Parker-Price & Davidson Cremations, Funerals, and Receptions

12/07/2025

Joan C. Speake

Joan C. Speake, 95, of Topeka passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Private family interment will be held in West Lawn Memorial Gardens in Topeka. A Celebration of Life will be held later, and those arrangements are pending. Memorial contributions may be made to Fellowship Bible Church Christmas Fund or to Samaritans Purse. Joan's full obituary will be appearing soon. Please leave the family a message on the message board on the funeral home's website.

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12/05/2025

Jerry Kleidosty

Jerry Kleidosty, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on December 3, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of 75. Born on August 7, 1950, in Atwood, Kansas, Jerry was a dedicated and hardworking individual who touched the lives of many throughout his journey. Jerry began his career at a young age, working for Vons Grocery when he was just 15. His professional life took him on various paths, where he worked for S & K Trucking and...

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12/04/2025

LeRoy Cornell

LeRoy C. Cornell, 88, of Topeka passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025. LeRoy was born April 28, 1937, at Hartwick, New York the son of Clyde E. and Inza E. (Whiting Cornell). His family moved to South Kortright, New York where LeRoy graduated. He served his country for four years in the United States Air Force. While in the Air Force LeRoy was stationed at Forbes Air Force Base in Topeka. During this time, he met Vera Eberhart. LeRoy...

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12/03/2025

Jerry Thomas

Jerry was born Feb. 8, 1940, to Dee Thomas and Ouida Walling Thomas in Talihina Oklahoma. He later moved to Marlow, Oklahoma with his mother and step-father, Alvin Lee, when he was in school. He met Deanna Roberts from Rush Springs Oklahoma in 1957 while both were still in high school. After they both graduated, he in 1958 and she in 1959 they were married on December 20, 1959. Jerry worked for a year in the Oklahoma oil fields before...

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12/01/2025

Paul Walton

Paul Walton, a dedicated registered nurse, passed away on November 25, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on May 22, 1958, Paul was a caring individual who devoted his life to helping others through his nursing career. He traveled across the United States as a traveling nurse, bringing comfort and care wherever he went. Paul graduated from Atwood High School, and throughout his life, he maintained a strong commitment to his family. Those close to him knew that he...

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11/27/2025

Wishing you all a very happy Thanksgiving.

We understand that each holiday can bring its own challenges when you’ve experienced a loss. Today, we hope you are surrounded by loved ones who support you and comforted by cherished memories that carry you through the day and the season ahead.

Take care of yourselves, and know that you are not alone. 🍂💛

11/27/2025

Gary L. Stewart

Gary L. Stewart, 88, of Topeka, Kansas passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. He was born August 28, 1937, in Topeka the son of Raymond A. and Minnie Faye (Hess) Stewart, Sr. He attended Boswell Junior High and graduated from Topeka High School in 1955. During high school he began working at The Brown Laboratory. Gary continued to work there until purchasing the company. He owned and operated The Brown Laboratory for nearly 40 years before retiring in 2014....

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11/24/2025

Brian Eshom

Brian Eshom 56 years old passed away in an accident November 9, 2025 in Jackson, Mississippi. He was born in Newton, Kansas, lived in Emmett, Kansas throughout his childhood and graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1987. Brian loved the outdoors and sports. He loved to hunt and fish with his friends and then bring it all home to mom to clean and cook. He was a natural athlete and enjoyed all sports. After high school he spent some...

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11/20/2025

Larry Buening Jr.

Larry T. Buening Jr, 75, of Topeka, KS died peacefully in a K-State t-shirt, surrounded by family and friends on Wednesday, Nov 19, 2025. Those who knew Larry knew him as a kind, gentle, generous man who cared deeply about his people and his community. Larry was born in Kansas City, KS to Lawrence T. Buening Sr and Lua E. Bumgardner on April 18, 1950 and spent his formative years in Valley Falls, KS. His parents and brothers Jim Buening...

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11/19/2025

Doris Adella Kendall

Doris Adella Kendall, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in Topeka, Kansas, on November 18, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on December 11, 1931, in Topeka, Doris was a vibrant soul who brightened the lives of everyone around her. Doris graduated Valedictorian from Seaman High School in 1949, a testament to her intelligence and dedication. Throughout her life, she excelled in numerous roles, serving as a bookkeeper for her husband and for various banks...

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11/18/2025

Julian A. Galicia

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Julian Alejandro Galicia, a beloved son, brother, and father, who left us far too soon on November 17, 2025, in his hometown of Topeka, Kansas. Julian was born on October 26, 2000, in Topeka, where he spent his formative years surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Julian was a radiant presence in the lives of everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him....

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11/18/2025

Travis Hopp

Travis S. Hopp, 49, of Grantville, passed away on November 12, 2025. He was born October 21, 1976 in Topeka the son of Edwin and Carla J. Osburn Hopp. He was raised in Grantville and attended high school at Perry. Travis worked several jobs in his lifetime, including Resers and for Brown Tree Service. He enjoyed spending time with his family. He especially liked to be with his grandchildren. He enjoyed spending time on his computer, keeping up to date...

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