Kenneth Cope, 64, of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, August 14, 2007 at his home. He was born March 4, 1943 in Topeka, the son of Harold and Marian Buchheim Cope. He was employed by the Kansas Department of Transportation for many years. Survivors include several cousins. Services will be held at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday on the Garden Chapel in Topeka cemetery. Burial will follow. Kenneth will not lie in state. Penwell-Gabel Southwest Chapel is in charge of arrangements.