Wendell A. Janke Obituary
The memory of Wendell A. Janke (Topeka, Kansas), who passed away on October 16, 2025 at the age of 78, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Janke and Julia Janke (Fredholm); his sister Janice Whaley; and his son David Holmes. He is survived by: his wife Melva Janke; his children, Heather Appenfeller (Doug) and Tim Janke (Melissia); his brother Philip Janke; his grandchildren, Makenna Harris (Caleb), Dawson Brown (Kylie), Alayna Young (Adam), Gwen Appenfeller and Kerigan Janke; and his great grandchild Maggie Brown.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 28th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Penwell Gabel Funeral Home (1321 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS 66604). A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 28th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to SLI (formerly Sheltered Living Inc.) at the link here: SLI. Donation Link (https://slitopeka.networkforgood.com).
