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Topeka, Kansas

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Nov. 29, 2025

11:00 a.m.

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Keith Rutz Obituary

Keith A. Rutz, 84, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025.

A Celebration of Keith's Life will be announced as soon as possible. Private inurnment will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Ronald McDonald House, 825 SW Buchanan St., Topeka, Kansas 66606.

Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. is assisting the family with service arrangements.

To view Keith's full obituary and leave the family a special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Nov. 23, 2025.

Memorial Events
for Keith Rutz

Nov

29

Graveside service

11:00 a.m.

Eudora Cemetery

2229 North 1420 Road, Eudora, KS 66025

Funeral services provided by:

Dove Cremations & Funerals - Southeast Chapel

2843 SE Minnesota Ave, Topeka, KS 66605

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