Dove Cremations & Funerals, Southeast Chapel

04/10/2026

Jerry C. Hopper

Jerry C. Hopper, 83, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. Dove Southeast Chapel is assisting the family.

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04/10/2026

Charles F. "Chuck" Schecher

Charles F. “Chuck” Schecher, 87, of Horton, Kansas passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born June 13, 1938, the son of Anton “Tony” and Ernestine (Peden) Schecher. Chuck attended St. Leo’s School through the 8th grade, and graduated from Horton High School in 1956. He attended Barber College in Oklahoma City and Wichita, Kansas. He enlisted in the Army National Guard in June of 1955 to 1964, serving with Battery C 1154th Field Artillery and Battery B...

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04/06/2026

Linda E. Chambers

Linda E. Chambers, 66, of Topeka, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, April 5, 2026. She was born May 9, 1959 in Topeka, the daughter of Robert W. and Daneva A. (Joyce) Chambers, Sr. Linda graduated from Highland Park High School in 1977 and attended Washburn University. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include two children, Amandra D. Chambers of Topeka, Robert R. Chambers of Topeka, six grandchildren, Daryona...

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04/02/2026

Jacqueline Ann Borucki

Jacqueline Ann Borucki, 91, of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. She was born May 12, 1934 in Topeka, the daughter of Henry C. and Helen (Schultz) Luttjohann. Jacqueline graduated from Washburn Rural High School. She was employed as a Secretary for the State of Kansas for over 40 years before retiring. Survivors include two children, Michael E. Boruchi, Lea Baker, two grandchildren, Kelly (Brandon) Bergman and Adam (Jordan) Baker, two great-grandchildren, Everett Baker and Barrett Bergman, and...

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03/31/2026

Angel Roberto Oquendo Lugo

Angel Roberto Oquendo Lugo, 49, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026. He was born December 10, 1976 in Brooklyn, New York, the son of Rafael Oquendo and Lucy Lugo. Angel graduated from Central High School in St. Croix, Virgin Islands. He served in the US Army from 1994 - 1997. Angel then earned a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from DeVry University. He was employed by as an IT Specialist. Survivors include five children, Khallel Oquendo of...

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03/31/2026

Patricia A. "Pat" Keith

Patricia A. "Pat" Keith, 77, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026 at a Topeka hospital. She was born September 20, 1948 in Hastings, Nebraska, the daughter of Virgil R. and Georgia I. (Kenyon) Keith. Pat graduated from Junction City High School in 1967 and attended Concordia Community College and Beloit Nursing School. She was employed as an LPN at the Colmery-O’Neil VA Medical Center before retiring. Survivors include one daughter, Trisha Guarasci of Topeka, one son, Jesse...

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03/26/2026

Betty Louise Phillips

Betty Louise Phillips, 95, of Wichita, Kansas, formerly of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. She was born May 20, 1930, in Baring, Missouri, the daughter of Orville Lewis and Edna Kemmer Walton. She graduated with honors from Central High School, Kansas City, Missouri; taking evening classes at Kansas City Junior College, Washburn University and Topeka High. Betty was an executive secretary at the National Fidelity Life Insurance Company, Leon Triggs Insurance Agency and Gas Service Company in...

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03/25/2026

Robert Neal "Brother Bob" Pollom

Robert Neal "Brother Bob" Pollom, 74, of Tecumseh, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at Stormont Vail Hospital after a brief illness. Bob was born on October 10, 1951, in Topeka, the son of Robert M. and Virginia L. (Worthington) Pollom. He attended Shawnee Heights High School and built a career in sales at Hill and Co. Inc. Electrical Supply. Throughout his life, Bob enjoyed betting on most everything (especially the "ponies"), attending family gatherings, taking care of the...

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03/23/2026

Anna Theresa "AT" White

Anna Theresa "AT" White, 69, of Holton, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at a Holton, Kansas hospital. She was born October 1, 1956 in Pennsylvania, the daughter of Nicholas G. and Anna M. (Mcaulay) Yacovone. AT graduated from High School in Pomona, California and attended Mt. San Antonio College in California. She was employed as a Flight Attendant for Continental Airlines for several years. AT married Glen Folks. He preceded her in death in 2023. She was...

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03/13/2026

Michael A. "Mike" Taylor

Michael A. "Mike" Taylor, 68, of Topeka, went to be with his Lord on Monday, March 9, 2026. He was born April 4, 1957 in Leavenworth, Kansas, the son of Charles T. and Rosetta I. (Newton) Taylor. Mike graduated from Topeka High School. He was a member of the Jackson Memorial in Topeka where he a drummer with the musician group. He enjoyed listening to jazz music and spending time with his family and friends. Mike married Billie Jackson. They...

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03/11/2026

Elaine K. Haase Holmstrom

Elaine K. Haase Holmstrom, 80, of Topeka passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. She was born August 19, 1945 in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Victor H. and Cozie (Bruns) Haase. Elaine graduated from Grandview High School in 1963 and went on to attend Central Missouri State College until marrying her college sweetheart, Frank B. Holmstrom on March 7, 1965. After her marriage she worked as a secretary for a manufacturing company in Grandview, and continued as a...

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03/11/2026

Today we recognize National Funeral Director Day and take a moment to thank the dedicated professionals who serve families with compassion, patience, and care during life’s most difficult moments.

Funeral directors do so much more than organize services. They guide families through unfamiliar decisions, listen to stories, honor traditions, and help create meaningful moments of remembrance. Their work often happens quietly behind the scenes, but the impact they have on families lasts a lifetime.

To the funeral directors on our team and across our profession, we thank you for the kindness, professionalism, and heart you bring to your work every day. We are grateful for all that you do for the families and communities you serve.

If a funeral director has made a difference for your family, we invite you to share a message of appreciation in the comments below. 💙

11/01/2023

It's officially the first day of November, which means the Thanksgiving festivities are quickly approaching. It's a season of thankfulness, but for those of us who have lost a loved one, it can be difficult to feel grateful. It's at this time that we are surrounded by reminders that our loved one is no longer with us, and it can be harder to enjoy the holidays with their absence. This Thanksgiving, try to be thankful for the things that help us preserve the memory of our loved ones. Engage in conversations about them at the dinner table, reminisce about holiday memories, and recognize that even in our grief, we find a connection to the love we held for that person.

08/10/2023

On your grieving journey, you may feel and experience many things that are unexpected and new to you.

As you write your personal journal entry, think about the ways grief has given you a different perspective of yourself.

08/03/2023

Grief triggers are things that remind you of your loss, often suddenly. Being able to anticipate when and how you experience these triggers can allow the people around you to offer extra support when you need it, and help you to cope with your grief.

For today's personal journal entry, think about how you navigate events or activities that remind you of your loss.

07/27/2023

As you move through your grieving process, thinking about the time you spent with your loved one before the loss can be a helpful part of processing your grief.

Consider a new perspective as you take some time to write about today's personal journal prompt.

07/20/2023

The perspective you can gain by thinking about the future can be a powerful tool for processing your grief.

Today's personal journal prompt invites you to picture yourself enjoying your future as you heal.

07/13/2023

Everyone experiences grief differently, and it's not uncommon to feel that your grieving process is not fully understood by others.

To prepare for today's personal journal entry, think of the aspects of your grief that have felt more difficult to express to others.

07/11/2023

A common misconception is that grief has a timeline and that one must experience each stage of grief to feel complete. However, this is not the case. It is important to note that everyone experiences grief differently and at their own pace. The following article contains a short video discussing how grieving is not a race, and that there is no finish line.

When we grieve, we can’t control the process. We can’t control how long it takes or how many times it starts over.

07/06/2023

Many people find comfort in grieving in community. It's common to look to others for support, care, and understanding as you process loss.

For today's personal journal entry, consider those who have surrounded you throughout your grieving journey and write about those relationships.

07/04/2023

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06/29/2023

The grieving process can bring a multitude of unexpected emotions and experiences. Some of these can be positive in nature and leave a lasting impact on you.

As you prepare to write your personal journal entry today, take some time to reflect on ways that grief has positively affected you.

06/27/2023

"I am sad within happiness or happy within sadness." Read about one woman's journey three years after her loss.

A Personal Perspective: This is grief three years in.

06/22/2023

Journaling your thoughts, feelings, and progress throughout the grieving process is a great way to begin your healing journey.

Take a look at today's entry and in your personal journal find some time to figure out what you would want to say...