Topeka, Kansas
Phillip Wayne Alquist, 52, of Topeka, passed away at his home in Topeka on Monday afternoon, August 7, 2006. He was born Sept. 19, 1953 in Clay Center, the son of Keith and Gyle Hinkel Alquist. He was raised at Clay Center and graduated from high school there in 1972. He had worked for Dillons Grocery Store and later as an inventory controller at the Payless Shoe Distribution Center in Topeka. He was married on Jan 1, 1994 to Debbie in Topeka. Survivors include his wife, Debbie Alquist of Topeka; his children, Emerald Renee Alquist of Sioux City, Iowa and Derek Wayne Alquist & Mark Phillip Alquist both of Bloomfield, Iowa; step-sons, David Baker of Topeka and Marshall Sheppard of Hutchinson; his father, Keith E. Alquist I; brothers, Keith Alquist II in Colorado, Eric V. Alquist of Clay Center, Jim Smith of Salina and Bill Smith of Topeka; sisters, Christine Sauder of Manhattan and Connie Newsom of Washington State and Patricia Halstead of Clay Center and one granddaughter, Mariah Baker of Auburn and Alex Sheppard in Hutchinson. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 11, 2006 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 3611 SW Jewell. The family will receive friends from 7-8 pm Thursday evening at the church. He will lie in state from 12-5 on Thursday at Davidson Funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Midland Hospice or to the LDS Church, Colly Creek Ward in care of the Davidson Funeral Home.
Read MoreEmerald,Mark&Derek,
You guys don't know me but I work with your Aunt Mary. I'm so sorry about the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. God bless you and watch over you.
Nena Sehr(Canton,SD)
nena sehr
August 27, 2006 | Canton, SD
Emerald, Mark, and Derrick,
We wanted to let you guys know that you are in our thoughts, and prayers. We know that there is nothing that we can do to change this, but we have a strong family, and we will all work together to get through this. We love you guys,
Allen and Lisa Hesse
August 25, 2006 | Vermillion, SD
Emerald, Mark, and Derek-
I know you guys dont know me, but I work for your aunt Mary. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Just remember that he is watching over you. He is your gaurdian angel, and one day you will be with him again. You guys are loved by so many people and they are all here for you. You guys are in my prayers.
Rhiannon Tye
August 24, 2006 | Sioux Falls, SD
Emerald, Mark, and Derek. I'm sorry to hear about your dad, I've never lost a parent so I can't say that I know how it feels, I can't even imagine what you guys are going through but I also have been through rough times and know that they always do get better. Just look back at all the memories that he left you guys with and all the stories you have and be greatful for those. Remember now that he is always with you. Take care, you're in my thoughts.
Tash Hoek
August 24, 2006 | Sioux Falls, SD
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Ron & Marsha Wiegert
August 20, 2006 | Manhattan, KS
Dear Mark, Derek and Emerald: We were so sorry to hear about your dad. I am sure the past few weeks have been hard. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Always remember the good times that you had with your dad during your summer visits and when he came to visit you. Let us know if there is anything we can do for you during this difficult time.
Your Friends,
Diane, Gene, Tom and Chris Irwin
August 20, 2006 | Bloomfield, IA
Emerald, Mark and Derek
I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. I wish I had some magic words to make it all easier for you. You kids all have so many things going on in your life now, and you are all so young to have to handle a loss of this kind. Hang on to all of the good memories cause they will get you through...that and a wonderful strong Mom like yours can be more than enough to help keep you going at a time like this. You have my sympathy and best wishes.
Nancy McAndrew
August 19, 2006 | Drakesville, MO
Dear Emerald, Derek & Mary,
So sorry to learn of the loss of your Father. It will be hard to understand why he was called away, but I know you will endure the faith that he is so much better off now, and will have no more suffering. You had so little time to prepare for this, and I know how you must feel, as we lost a son 10 years ago. Have faith and you will get farther along with this.
Marcia & Dale Hovaldt
August 18, 2006 | Sioux Falls, SD
Hey guys,
I'm really sorry about your dad. I don't know if you ever knew that he was my Godfather I'm sorry I didn't get to see him again. He will always be with you, watching out for you. Take care and I love you all and hope to see you all soon.
Tracy Gilkyson
August 17, 2006 | Vermillion, SD
