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A true leader and a man to follow. Both in the field and in his way of life.
Brett Cloutier
February 10, 2023 | Work
Topeka, Kansas
John Joseph Weinkauf, Jr. John Joseph Weinkauf, Jr., 84, of Topeka, passed away on Tues., Feb. 15, 2011 at Plaza West. He was born on Apr. 12, 1926 in Topeka, to John, Sr. and Marie (Kerle) Weinkauf. He was on the Topeka Police Department for 34 years where he retired in 1984 with the rank of...
Read MoreA true leader and a man to follow. Both in the field and in his way of life.
Brett Cloutier
February 10, 2023 | Work
Major John was a role model for those who worked under him. He always had my complete trust and respect. He was a fair man in all of his dealings with us. I will miss him very much.
Brett Cloutier (TPD Ret.)
February 18, 2011 | Clermont, FL
I worked directly under John for my first 8 years on the police department an enjoyed his humor. Once he told me " I may not always be right but I'm always the Major " Nuff said.. I will miss his smile and his special way of handling tough situations.
Greg Halford Ret. T.P.D.
February 18, 2011 | Topeka, KS
The Weinkauf family is a class act and Maj. John was at the head of the class. I will never forget the "Dirty Thirty + Three" newsletters each month. My sympathies to the Weinkauf Family.
Rick Weidner (TPD RET.)
February 17, 2011 | Davenport, FL
Major John Weinkauf was a true gentelman and it was a pleasure to have worked under him. When I needed my butt kicked, he kicked it, and when I needed a pat on the back, I got it. A fairer person, I have never known.
My sympathy goes out to the Weinkauf family. Goodby Major.
Larry William, Ret. TPD
February 17, 2011
My sympathies to the Weinkauf Family.
Major John was a class act and truly one of a kind.
Frank Gregg
February 17, 2011 | Topeka PD (RET)
Major John was so pleasant to work with, I was just down the hall and enjoyed his sense of humor. It was so much fun to work at PD then. He will be missed, I know he enjoyed retirement to the fullest.
Maggie Waggoner
February 17, 2011
John,
I am sorry to hear this sad news. May God comfort you and your family. God bless you and know that all of you are in my prayers.
Deb Kuck
February 17, 2011 | Topeka, KS
To the entire Weinkauf family, Elena's and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Topeka has lost a good man.
Pete Jr. & Elena Tavares
February 17, 2011 | Topeka, KS