George Hefner Jr.

George John Hefner, Jr., 78, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. George was born October 9, 1946, to the union of George John Hefner, Sr. and Mary Catherine Konrade Hefner in Topeka. George graduated from Hayden High School in 1964, he then was drafted into the Army. Upon returning, he was employed by Goodyear and did a variety of jobs there until retirement. He married Sheila Anderson on February 25, 1993. To this union, a blended family was created, adding their children, Catherine, Kenneth, Rhonda, and Nikkol. George was a very avid fisherman. He was featured in magazines and newspaper articles due to his love and accomplishments in fishing. He enjoyed hunting, drinking beer, storytelling, and spending time with his family. George is survived by his wife, Sheila; children, Catherine Hefner, Kenneth Hefner, Rhonda Anderson, Nikkol Anderson; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; siblings, Bob Hefner, Mary Kay Humerickhouse, and Geno Hefner. George was preceded in death by his son, Michael Wayne Hefner, parents, George and Mary Hefner, sister, Constance Blean, and brother, Steve Hefner. Visitation will be from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and rosary will be prayed at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 SW Urish Road, Topeka, Kansas 66614. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Monday, September 29, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 227 SW Van Buren Street, Topeka KS 66603. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery with military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Disabled Veterans or St. Joseph Catholic Church, in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be sent online at www.kevinbrennanfamily.com