Carol Jean Meyer, 80, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away Monday, June 29, 2026. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 am, Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. The family suggests memorial contributions be made out to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses. www.campanellastewart.com.

December 2, 1973-June 27, 2026Angel Marie Shopteese (Wab-No-Quah), was born on December 2, 1973 and she passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the age of 52. She was a member of the Prairie Band Potawatomie Nation. Angel attended and graduated from Shawnee Heights High School. Angel was a special gift from God. She will be dearly missed by her family and many friends. Private family services will be held. To share a memory or to leave condolences, please visit, www.brennanmathenafh.com. Arrangements entrusted to Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, KS 66603.

Billy Dale Birk (Bill), 99, long time resident of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on June 12th, 2026 in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Arrangements are in the care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.

Nov. 27, 1932 - June 9, 2026 Joan Torke Beem died on Tuesday June 9, 2026. She was born in Wisconsin, one of eleven children of Eda Monette and Ralph Torke. As a young girl, the family moved to Green Lake, Wisconsin and later on to Denver, Colorado where she attended the University of Denver. In 1952 she married and moved to Manhattan, Kansas where she worked at Kansas State University for 32 years. Joan is survived by her three sons: Tom of Wamego, Kansas, Pat (LuAnn) of Waterloo, Illinois, and Tim of Bel Aire, Kansas; four grandchildren also survive: Brett, Kelly, Kimberly, and Michael, and five great-grand kids: Nora, Levi, Hayes, Hawkins, and Adeline. Arrangements are private at our Mother's request. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the arrangements. ymlfuneralhome.com

Rose Marie Hamilton-Flies, 73, of rural Westmoreland, peacefully passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026. A private graveside service will be held at Spring Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home and a designation will be decided later. Online condolences may be made at www.campanellastewart.com.

June 20, 1947 - June 1, 2026 Robert "Sarge" L Ralston, Jr., 78, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026.Robert was born on June 20, 1947, in Toledo, Ohio, to Robert L. Ralston, Sr., and Sadonna (Hogrefe) Ralston. Robert married Felinda Suzanne Cook on March 11, 1978. They were blessed with 48 years of marriage and two children. Robert completed more than 20 years of service in the United States Army. He subsequently worked as a truck driver for Shawnee County for 26 years before retiring. When he wasn't busy working or being a dad, he loved to go fishing and spent many years playing in a bowling league. Robert was preceded in death by his son, William "Billy" R. Ralston, on May 29, 2024. Robert is survived by his wife, Felinda, at their home in Topeka, and his daughter, Tessie Mehalko. A graveside service with military honors will be held on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. at the Sabetha Cemetery in Sabetha, Kansas. Prior to the service, the family will greet friends and family at 1:00 p.m. at the Popkess Mortuary in Sabetha. Condolences can be shared online at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

James Lynn "Red" Pride, 80, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away, Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. A celebration of his life will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Lighthouse Baptist Church in St. George, Kansas. Online condolences may be made at www.campanellastewart.com

Janice Faye “Jan”, Michaelis, 70, of Alma, Kansas, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026. A graveside inurnment service will be held July 18, 2026, at 10:30 A.M. at the McFarland Cemetery with a celebration of life to follow or at noon at the Alma Community Center,1050 Ohio St, Alma, KS 66401. www.campanellastewart.com

Larry Lowell Plumlee, 77, of Alma, Kansas, died on May 29, 2026. A celebration of Larry’s life will be held at 10:30 am, Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. Visitation from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, Wednesday. Contributions to Mill Creek Baptist Church. www.campanellastewart.com.

David Kenneth "Wormy" Warnow, 77, of Wamego, Kansas, died on Saturday (May 23, 2026) at his home in Wamego. Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.

January 19, 1952 - May 3, 2026 Carl Lee Miller, 74 of Alma, Kansas, passed away on May 3, 2026, after a medical emergency during travel, in London, England.Carl was born on January 19, 1952, in Lawrence, Kansas, to parents Charles and Marylin (Barr) Miller. Carl earned his Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, from Kansas State University, where he met his wife of 49 years, Constance (Connie) Lee Story Miller. On May 22, 1977 they were united in marriage in Winfield, Kansas. He was active in 4-H and FFA and long time supporter of both. Later, Carl and his brother Jim traveled around the country showing cattle. Carl and Connie enjoyed dancing in their younger years. Their greatest joy was raising two boys. And in his spare time, Carl enjoyed genealogy. Carl was a giver and served his community by delivering Meals on Wheels and was affiliated with Tallgrass Legacy Alliance, (support to young ranchers). For 32 years Carl and Connie, hand in hand built "Miller Ranch Equipment", a successful business selling Vermeer, Hydra Beds, and other cattle equipment. Of the 32 years, several were spent building fence for local farmers. They were one of the first ever Hydra Bed dealers. They have a great appreciation for their customers and vendors. Carl is survived by his wife Connie Miller of Alma, their two sons, Alex (Leah) Miller of Reading, Steven (Lindsey) Miller of Wamego; brother, Jim Miller of Alma; grandchildren, Owen, Joanna, Cade, Nathan, and Luke; nieces and nephews; and many friends he met along this journey. Carl was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Marylin, sister and brother-in-law, Janis and Darold Brunkow. Family and friends are invited to a visitation that will be held on Friday, May 29th from 6-8pm at the Alma United Methodist Church. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 11am at the church. Memorials may be made to: Tallgrass Legacy Alliance Topeka Rescue Mission Wabaunsee County Historical Society

08/17/1960 - May 06, 2026 Bradlee Allen Clark passed away on May 6, 2026, in Manhattan, Kansas. He was 65 years old.Bradlee was born on August 17, 1960, in Inglewood, California, the son of Howard and Treva (Poague) Clark. Bradlee married Diane Leschber on Ocotober 15th 1980. Bradlee is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Diane as well as his children Curtis Clark of Manhattan, KS, Brian (Leah) Clark of Spring Hill, KS, Kristin (Jerry) Schmidt of Eudora, KS, and Steven (Katie) Clark of Fuquay-Varina, NC; His sisters Teri Monhollon and Kim Boyda; and 5 grandchildren. Brad grew up in St. George, KS. He served in the US Army. For many years, he was a truck driver and enjoyed being on the road. He liked sports cars, motorcycles, reading, music, cookouts, and visiting with friends and family. He passed after a long battle with cancer. To leave condolences for his family, visit www.DoveTopeka.com.