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She was born June 14, 1947 in Fremont, Nebraska to Ray O. and Opal Williams Bowers. She lived in Fremont until 1969 when she married Russell Jacobs, and they moved to Austin, Texas for graduate school at the University of Texas. Vickie is survived by Russell, her husband of 53 years, of Tecumseh, Kansas; her brother Bill Bowers and wife Midge of Omaha, Nebraska; and two nieces (Courtney Bowers and Anna Nuckels) and a nephew (Jordan Bowers.) Vickie spent most of her professional career teaching Special Education in both Austin and Topeka, KS, where she moved in 1975 when Russell took a teaching job at Washburn University. She was a passionate hobby breeder of Basenji dogs, and she...

Joanne Stanley was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She died on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at the age of 86 from kidney failure. She spent her final days surrounded by family. She was born to Maurice and Martha (Stramel) Treiber on January 20, 1936. After graduating from Hayden High School, Joanne married Lee R. Stanley on July 31, 1954. Together they thanked God for seven children: Doug, David, Brenda, Susie, Mark, Kellie, and Scott. Joanne loved spending time with her family more than anything else. She and Lee enjoyed traveling, camping, gardening, canning, and tending their flower gardens. Together they built eight homes throughout their 68 years of...

Sharon Lee (Haines) Hess, 85, Topeka, died March 22, 2022, in Topeka. She was born Sept. 7, 1936, in Atchison, the daughter of John Fielder and Gertrude C. (Wyatt) Haines. She graduated from Mount St. Scholastica Academy in 1954 and had worked at Blish Mize, where she met her future husband. She married Robert L. Hess on Oct. 5, 1957, at St. Benedict's Catholic Church in Atchison. He survives, of Topeka. Other survivors include a daughter, Susan Roberts, Overland Park; a son, Dan Hess and wife Susan, Topeka; and two grandchildren, two step grandsons and a step great-grandson. Services will be Tuesday in Topeka. More information at Legacy.com

Ruth Peugeot, age 75, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Sunday, January 30, 2022, at The University of Kansas Healthy System-St. Francis Campus. Three days later, her beloved husband, Dick Peugeot joined Ruth in heaven. Dick passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2022, at the same hospital, at the age 84. A combined visitation will be from 1-2:00 P.M., on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at the Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home. A combined funeral service will follow at 2:00 P.M. Private family burial will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery in Kansas City, Kansas. For and extended obituary, visit, www.brennanmathenafh.com.

Joan Marie Krische Boos passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on January 6, 2022, at Olathe Health Hospice House. Joan was born in Topeka, Kansas on October 15, 1934 to Frank and Pauline (Melchior) Krische, the third of seven children. The Krische house on Buchanan Street was always full of family and friends, overflowing with love. Joan grew up actively involved in St Joseph Parish, attending elementary school there and graduating from Hayden High School. For years Joan was an organist at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Following high school, Joan worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone. In August of 1955, Joan met the love of her life, Donald G. Boos. They were married on...

Joan Marie Krische Boos passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on January 6, 2022, at Olathe Health Hospice House. Joan was born in Topeka, Kansas on October 15, 1934 to Frank and Pauline (Melchior) Krische, the third of seven children. The Krische house on Buchanan Street was always full of family and friends, overflowing with love. Joan grew up actively involved in St Joseph Parish, attending elementary school there and graduating from Hayden High School. For years Joan was an organist at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Following high school, Joan worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone. In August of 1955, Joan met the love of her life, Donald G. Boos. They were married on...

Saralou (Sara) Crockett, 86, of Topeka, passed away on December 29, 2021, at her home. She was born in Ottawa, Kansas on February 17, 1935, the daughter of Harold and Lavone (Easdale) Crockett. She came to Topeka in 1959 and was employed by the Southwestern Bell Telephone company for 35 years. Saralou worked in a management position and had perfect attendance for over 30 years of employment. She was a member of the Southwestern Bell Telephone Pioneers Club. Family and friends were always a priority for Saralou, and she always keep in touch with everyone. Sara enjoyed her many friends especially her closest friend Theresa Jones and her family. She was an avid Jayhawk fan, enjoyed...

Mary C. Atkinson, 82, of Lawrence, passed away on October 5, 2021 at the Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Mary will lie in state at the Connect Church in Lawrence from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. where her family will receive friends. Graveside services will follow at the Oak Hill Cemetery, Lawrence, Kansas at 10:30 on Monday. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Connect Church of Lawrence or the Lawrence Humane Shelter and sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, Kansas 66603. To view a complete obituary or to leave an online condolences or fond memories please visit www.brennanmathenafh.com.

Carol Pruitt, age 74, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at The University of Kansas Health System-St. Francis Campus. She was born the daughter of Lloyd Dalton and Mattie Lee (Creasy) Barker on February 18, 1947, in Helena, Arkansas. Virginia always enjoyed spending time in the outdoors, tending to her garden and listening to rock music. Spending time with her family brought her the greatest joy. Survivors include two sons, (SMSgt) Raymond Pruitt, Jr., and his wife Anita of San Antonio, TX, William "Dale" Pruitt of Stark City, MO; two daughters, Deborah Latendresse and her husband Ken of Topeka, KS, Michelle Raynor and her husband Brian of Harrison, AR;...

Carol Sue Cutting, 74, of Atchison, formerly of Manhattan, passed away on August 30, 2021 at her home. She was born in Topeka, Kansas on September 7, 1946 the daughter of Eugene and Virginia (Voelker) Schell. Carol was a 1964 graduate of Hayden High School in Topeka. Carol received her Registered Nursing Degree from St. Margaret's Hospital Nursing School and she and her husband Dennis owned and operated the Manhattan Medical Supply in Manhattan, Kansas from 1978 until their retirement in 2014. She grew up in Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church, was a member of the Seven Dolors Catholic Church while in Manhattan and most recently attended St. Benedict Catholic Church in Atchison. ...

Donald G. Boos passed away July 30, 2021, at Olathe Medical Center in Olathe, Kansas. He was born in Hays, Kansas on September 2, 1930 to John and Catherine ("Boos") Boos. The family moved to Topeka in 1942 where Don attended Hayden High School. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1951 until 1954. Following his Naval service, he returned to Topeka to study at Washburn University. On January 28, 1956 he married the love of his life, Joan Marie Krische, with whom he would spend the rest of his life. Don spent his career in and around the grocery and real estate businesses, primarily with the Fleming Company, in several cities, where he was Store Development Manager. He...

Donald G. Boos passed away July 30, 2021, at Olathe Medical Center in Olathe, Kansas. He was born in Hays, Kansas on September 2, 1930 to John and Catherine (Boos) Boos. The family moved to Topeka in 1942 where Don attended Hayden High School. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1951 until 1954. Following his Naval service, he returned to Topeka to study at Washburn University. On January 28, 1956 he married the love of his life, Joan Marie Krische, with whom he would spend the rest of his life. Don spent his career in and around the grocery and real estate businesses, primarily with the Fleming Company, in several cities, where he was Store Development Manager. He...

Ned D. Fleming, age 66, of Topeka, KS, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 23, 2021 in Topeka. Ned was born the son of the late Edward M. and Dorothy N. (Deill) Fleming on July 12, 1955 in Pittsburg, KS. He was a 1973 graduate from Emporia High School. He then attended Emporia State University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Business. After graduation, Ned started his 35 plus year career in programming and network security for public utilities. He retired from Westar Energy. From an early age, Ned had a passion for photography, reading, writing. He later became interested in computer technology. He was currently in the process of writing a book. He is survived by his sister,...

Shirley Motsinger, 85, of El Dorado, formerly of Topeka, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2021 at Homestead in El Dorado. She was born in Atchison, Kansas on November 5, 1935 the daughter of John William and Winnifred Theresa (Conn) Ellyson. She married Larry Alan Motsinger in Atchison, Kansas on May 5, 1957. He predeceased her on February 19, 2014. She is survived by a son Jay Motsinger and his wife Michelle of Burlingame, Ks, a daughter Susan Holthaus and her husband Fred of El Dorado, Ks, her grandchildren, Mark (Kristi) Holthaus, Megan Holthaus, Jessica Motsinger and Nicholas Motsinger, and her great grandchildren, Andrew, Lucas, Tatum, Ellyson, Marley, Cami and Raivyn, and her...

George "Clift" Horsley, Jr., age 66, of Scranton, KS and formerly of Alabama, passed away on Sunday, June 20, 2021 at Stormont Vail Hospital. Clift was born the son of George, Sr., and Margaret W. (Cavin) Horsley on June 24, 1954 in Decatur, Alabama. Clift was a longtime Facilities Manager for Hospital Operations in Alabama. He loved to fish, being at the Sea and spending time with his family, which was his greatest joy. Survivors include his wife, Polly; son, William Horsley (Natalie); daughter, Lara Gaines (Tim); four grandchildren, Emma, Tucker, Reed Gaines and Annie Horsley. He also leaves behind many dear friends and co-workers. He is preceded in death by his parents and a...

George "Clift" Horsley, Jr., age 66, of Scranton, KS and formerly of Alabama, passed away on Sunday, June 20, 2021 at Stormont Vail Hospital. Clift was born the son of George, Sr., and Margaret W. (Cavin) Horsley on June 24, 1954 in Decatur, Alabama. Clift was a longtime Facilities Manager for Hospital Operations in Alabama. He loved to fish, being at the Sea and spending time with his family, which was his greatest joy. Survivors include his wife, Polly; son, William Horsley (Natalie); daughter, Lara Gaines (Tim); four grandchildren, Emma, Tucker, Reed Gaines and Annie Horsley. He also leaves behind many dear friends and co-workers. He is preceded in death by his parents and a...

Donald "Don" A. Wilson, age 81, of Topeka, KS, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, May 14, 2021. He was born on June 14, 1939 in Cedar Falls, Iowa, the only child of Harry and Eleanor (Bidne) Wilson. Don attended and graduated from Cedar Falls High School. While there, he was very involved in athletics, lettering in football, wrestling, track and baseball in his junior and senior years. Don went on to attend and graduated in 1962 from the University of Northern Iowa earning both a B.A. and M.A. in Business. While attending, Don wrestled and lettered in his junior and senior years and participated in the 1962 national championships in Stillwater, Oklahoma. His UNI team placed...

Donald "Don" A. Wilson, age 81, of Topeka, KS, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, May 14, 2021. He was born on June 14, 1939 in Cedar Falls, Iowa, the only child of Harry and Eleanor (Bidne) Wilson. Don attended and graduated from Cedar Falls High School. While there, he was very involved in athletics, lettering in football, wrestling, track and baseball in his junior and senior years. Don went on to attend and graduated in 1962 from the University of Northern Iowa earning both a B.A. and M.A. in Business. While attending, Don wrestled and lettered in his junior and senior years and participated in the 1962 national championships in Stillwater, Oklahoma. His UNI team placed...

Greg Neria, Jr., 52, of Topeka, KS died Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at the House at Midland Care. He was born October 24, 1968 in Topeka the son of Gregg C. Neria and Stephanie (Sams) Neria. Greg enjoyed NASCAR and watching the Philadelphia Eagles. He is survived by a son, Greg Neria, III, his parents, Gregg C. and Robin Neria, along with four siblings, Tony Neria, Nicole Wood, Andy (Rhonda) Neria and Charles Neria. Greg was preceded in death by his mother, Stephanie (Sams) Neria, paternal grandparents Andy and Frances (Chabira) Neria, maternal grandparents, Glenn Wilber and Grace Helen (Johnson) Sams. Cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation will be held from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M....

Imelda "Melly" Boyden, 71, 0f Topeka, KS died May 4, 2021 at Stormont-Vail Hospital. She will lie in state after 2:00 p.m. Friday at Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home where a Parish Rosary will be prayed at 5:00 p.m. Following the rosary, her family will receive friends until 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church with burial following at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to St. Joseph/Sacred Heart Catholic Church sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66603 The complete obituary is available at www.brennanmathenafh.com.

Bradley "Brad" Raymond Kresin, age 57 of Silver Lake and Topeka, passed away on Friday, April 30, 2021. Cremation has taken place. Memorial visitation will be held on Friday, May 7, 2021 from 9:30-10:30 A.M., followed by a parish rosary at 10:30 A.M. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M., all at Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 3601 SW 17th St., Topeka, KS 66604. Brad will be laid to rest with his father at the St. Joseph Cemetery in Olpe, KS at a later date. Memorial contributions to Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic School. For a complete obituary, visit, www.brennanmathenafh.com.