Dove Cremations & Funerals- SE Chapel

Joyce Elaine Roberson, 75, of Valley Falls, passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023. She was born June 10, 1948, in Fairland, Oklahoma, the daughter of James Franklin and Norma (Wyrick) Robitaille. She graduated from Wyandotte High School and attended NEO A & M. Joyce was formerly employed by the Valley Falls Vindicator. Joyce married John G. Roberson on April 13, 1968 in Miami, Oklahoma. He survives, along with her sisters Sheila Hull and Teresa Finley of Wyandotte, Oklahoma and her brother Dean Cunningham of Wyandotte, Oklahoma; many nieces and nephews, including Kelly Carpenter (Dr. Kevin Campbell) of Miami, Oklahoma and Darren Foster of Wyandotte, Oklahoma; and her cousin Diane...

Linda C. Anderson, 80, of Lecompton, passed away surrounded by her family on Monday, July 18, 2022. She was born June 25, 1942, in Santa Maria, California, the daughter of Linder Westfall and Martha (Whitehead) Husted. She graduated from Carpinteria High School and went on to Vidal Sassoon Technical College where she obtained her Beautician License. Linda owned and operated her own beauty salon in Carpinteria, CA for over 50 years. She was proud of the business she created for herself and her family. She was a member of the House of Judah, Santa Barbara, CA for over ten years and served as an elder of the church. Linda was considered the people of the church part of her family. Linda...

Mary Ella Moore, 83, of Topeka, passed away on Thursday, July 1, 2021. She was born August 11, 1937 in Abilene, Kansas, the daughter of Patrick W. and Katherine Marie (Dawson) Orender. Mary graduated from Abilene High School. She was employed by AT&T for 33 years before retiring. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers Club. She was of the Catholic Faith. Mary married Terrell "Terry" Moore on October 29, 1982 in Topeka. He survives of the home. Other survivors include children, Rodney "Rudy" (Becky) Nicely of Salina, one granddaughter, Kendra, two great-grandsons, Creighton and Kroy, and her brothers, Patrick E. (Joan) Orender of Port St. Lucie, Florida and William "Bill" M....

Carol Huffman, 66, of Berryton, passed away , 6/ 12/2021. For the full obituary online, please visit www.DoveCremation.com.

Elizabeth E. Falter, 77, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2021. Cremation has taken place and no memorial services are planned. Private inurnment will take place in Rochester Cemetery at a later date. Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. is assisting the family with arrangements. To view Elizabeth's full obituary and leave the family a special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.

Stephen Anthony Lawrence, 62, of Eskridge, passed away Friday, April 30, 2021. Dove Cremations and Funerals - Southeast Chapel is assisting the family. To read a full obituary online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com

John J. Bauer Jr., 67, died Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Topeka, Kansas. Private services are planned. Dove Cremations and Funerals - Southeast Chapel is assisting the family. To read a full obituary online, please visit www.dovetopeka.com.

Grace "Alleen" Davis, 88, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, April 23, 2021. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. Burial will follow in Rochester Cemetery. Alleen will lie in state and the family will receive friends from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at the funeral home. To view Alleen's full obituary and leave the family a special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.

Yvonne Patricia "Aunt Patty" Paradis, 76, Topeka, passed away Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at McCrite's. Patty was born June 30, 1944 in Casper, WY, the daughter of Orville and Vonda (Bendrix) Paradis. Being the daughter of a career Air Force Sergeant, she and her brothers grew up in various locations, including Japan, California, and finally settling in Topeka. She graduated from Washburn Rural High School in 1962 and attended Kansas State University. She studied Ballet Dancing in Topeka and New York. She was employed as a Ward Clerk at St. Francis Hospital for over 35 years. Aunt Patty loved traveling, the ocean, and often took her nieces with her to South Padre Island, New York, and San...

Kevin P. McGrew, 40, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, April 18, 2021. Cremation has taken place and no memorial services are planned. Private inurnment will take place at a later date. Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. is assisting the family. To view Kevin's full obituary and leave the family a special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.

Alberta Kreipe Kelley, 85, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, April 18, 2021. She was born May 1, 1935, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Albert and Pauline (Price) Kreipe. She graduated from Highland Park High School in 1953. Alberta was employed by Southwestern Bell for 35 years, and retired as their senior audit clerk and a steward in the Pioneer Union for Southwestern Bell for 35 years, retiring in 1991. Mrs. Kelley was a member of the Central Church of Christ and the Ladies Bible Class, of Topeka. Alberta married Herbert L Kelley on March 18, 1955 in Topeka. He survives. Survivors include her children, Bryan Kelley of Topeka, daughters Kimberly Glidewell (John) of Topeka and Susan...

Richard (Dick) Earl Haas, 91, passed away on Friday, April 16, 2021. He was born September 6, 1929, to Irving and Fern Haas at the family home in Overbrook, Kansas. He graduated from Baker University in 1951. He married his high school sweetheart, Wanice Walker, on May 27, 1951. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He taught and coached at Shawnee Heights High School for over 25 years in USD 450, retiring in 1989. Richard was preceded in death by his wife Wanice and sister Dorothy James. He is survived by 4 children and their spouses, Gregg and Cindy Haas of Berryton, Kansas, Gayla and Grant Anderson of Olathe, Kansas, Gwenn and Rob Pike of Shawnee, Kansas, Gary and Mona Haas of...

Brad Shipps, 50, of Tecumseh, passed away on Monday, April 12, 2021. He was born November 29, 1970 in Topeka, the son of Gary and Joan (Dehn) Shipps. Brad graduated from Shawnee Heights High School in 1989. He was employed at the Shawnee County Public Works Department. Survivors include two children, Joshua Dunn of Meriden, Kalee Shipps of Topeka, one granddaughter, Claire Dunn, his mother, Joan Hicks of Topeka and his brother, Bruce Shipps of Tecumseh. A Celebration of Brad's Life will be held from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. Private inurnment will take place at a later date. To leave the family a special message online,...

Caroline R. "Sezikwe" Moore, 90, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at a Topeka care facility. Cremation has taken place and a private Celebration of Caroline's Life will be held at a later date. Private inurnment will take place in Shipshee Cemetery. Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. is assisting the family. To view Caroline's full obituary and leave the family a special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.

Roy G. St. John, 58, of Topeka, passed away on Thursday, April 8, 2021. He was born February 4, 1963 in Topeka, the son of James Leslie and Betty Jean (Fletcher) St. John. Roy graduated from Mission Valley High School in 1981. He attended Washburn University and Gene Blake's School of Cosmetology. Roy was a cosmetologist for 37 years, most recently working at Capelli's Hair Salon. He was a member of the Dover Federated Church. Roy married Cynthia Howbert on January 8, 1990. They later divorced but remained good friends. Survivors include two daughters, Kylie St. John of Berryton, Taylor Marlar of Wamego, one grandson, Silas, three step-children, Jodie Potter, Danielle Hunninghake,...

Deana Jo Burgardt, 66, of Tecumseh, passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2021. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 9, 2021 at Highland Heights Christian Church where the family will receive friends one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow in Bethel Cemetery southeast of Topeka. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Highland Heights Christian Church, 2930 SE Tecumseh Rd., Tecumseh, Kansas 66542. Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. is assisting the family. To view Deana's full obituary and leave the family a special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.

Helen I. Farrar, 100, of Tecumseh, passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at a Topeka care center. Graveside inurnment will take place at Noon Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Bethel Cemetery in Tecumseh. Casual dress is encouraged. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made West Side Baptist Church, 1008 SW 4th St., Topeka, Kansas 66606 or to the Helping Hands Humane Society, 5720 SW 21st St., Topeka, Kansas 66604. Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. is assisting the family. To leave the family a special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.

Helen I. Farrar, 100, of Tecumseh, passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at a Topeka care center. Cremation has taken place and no memorial services are planned. Graveside inurnment will take place in Bethel Cemetery in Tecumseh around Memorial Day and be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made West Side Baptist Church, 1008 SW 4th St., Topeka, Kansas 66606 or to the Helping Hands Humane Society, 5720 SW 21st St., Topeka, Kansas 66604. Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. is assisting the family. To leave the family a special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.

Frank J. Griffin, Jr., 90, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2021. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 31, 2021 in Pleasant Hill Cemetery at Berryton. Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. is assisting the family. To view Frank's full obituary and leave the family a special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.

Dana Karl Wells, 69, of Topeka, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, March 24, 2021. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 9, 2021 at Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in Topeka Cemetery. To view Dana's full obituary and leave the family a special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.

David Michael Pyle, 41, of Topeka, passed away on March 19, 2021. He was born on February 13, 1980 to William and Terrie (McKeever) Pyle in Great Bend, KS. Per David's wishes, cremation has taken place, and services will be announced at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Mental Health America, PO Box 25697 Alexandria, VA 22313-5697. To leave a special message for the family online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.