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Feb
23
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Parker Price and Davidson Funeral Home
245 Northwest Independence Avenue, Topeka, KS 66608
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Funeral service
11:00 a.m.
Parker Price and Davidson Funeral Home
245 Northwest Independence Avenue, Topeka, KS 66608
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Stella Barton Obituary
Geneva Barton, beloved mother & grandmother passed away on Feb. 16, 2026, she was born June 19, 1932.
She leaves behind a cherished life filled with love, laughter & respect. She was preceded in death by her parents Jess & Argie Coble, one brother, Lenard Coble & 3 sisters, Almedy James, Vivian Berglund & Madie Tatum. She's warmly remembered by her children, Diane Bretsnyder, Michael Davis, Phyllis & Dallas Evans, son in law Garry Bretsnyder and a daughter in law, Michelle Davis in addition to her 8 grandkids, 10 great grandkids & 3 great great grandkids.
Geneva was a kind hearted woman, a loving mother & grand mother who spoiled them all without complaint. She was sweet with a side of zest. Her legacy is one of love & respect, a testament to the beautiful life she led and the people whose lives she touched. She will be deeply missed, but her spirit will continue in our hearts forever.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00am Monday February 23, 2026 at Parker Price and Davidson Funeral Home 245 NW Independence, Topeka, Kansas 66608. The visitation will take place the hour prior. A graveside service will be held at Rochester Cemetery following the funeral.
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Upcoming Events
Feb
23
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Parker Price and Davidson Funeral Home
245 Northwest Independence Avenue, Topeka, KS 66608
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsFeb
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Funeral service
11:00 a.m.
Parker Price and Davidson Funeral Home
245 Northwest Independence Avenue, Topeka, KS 66608
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Parker-Price & Davidson Cremations, Funerals, ReceptionsOnly 4 days left for delivery to next service.