of Paris, AR
September 9, 1982 - March 15, 2025
Topher Guerber, 42, of Paris, Arkansas passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025 in Paris. He was born on September 9, 1982 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to his parents, Brian Guerber and Kristy (Beshoner) Guerber.
Topher worked several jobs over the years but the ones that meant the most to him were serving as the Athletic Director at the Paris Boys & Girls Club and coaching football and baseball at Subiaco Academy. He touched countless lives through his passion for sports and unwavering commitment to the youth in his community. He will always be remembered for his kindness, guidance and positive impact he made on so many young athletes.
He is preceded in death by his father, Brian Guerber; his grandparents, Johnny and Goldia Beshoner and Fred and Betty Guerber and someone he referred to as his second mom, Cheryl Goldsworthy.
He is survived by his daughter, CoCo Guerber of Pineville, Missouri; his son, Daxton Guerber of Pineville, Missouri; his mother, Kristy Guerber of Paris; two friends he considered brothers, Jake Davison and Taylor Goldworthy; his aunts and uncles, Kim Berry and husband, David, Kit Brooks and husband, Ricky, Kathy Schluterman and husband, Dennis and Barbara Warman and husband,, Denny; his cousins, John Berry and wife, Michele, Morgan Farnam and husband, Dylan, Tyson Brooks and wife, Matney, Jordanne Garlin and husband, Chris, Abby Schluterman, Ivy Schluterman and partner, Kristen Doty, Emmy Roach and husband, Mason, Alyssa Rodick and husband, Jason, Matthew Warman and wife, Kayla, Madison Berry, Hunter Berry, Berryt Garlin, Tenley Brooks, Dalton Farnam, Carsyn Farnam, Maverick Roach and someone he looked up to as a father, Joe Goldsworthy.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at the Paris Boys & Girls Club. The family invites anyone that attends to share a fond memory or story about Topher during the service. Arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Honorary pallbearers will be Cooper, Sawyer, Fischer and Ellis Copsy and Declan and Cal Davison.
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54 Condolence(s)
Christin lawhon
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Prayers for the family.
Izzy
Saturday, March 22, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss coco Topher was a really good coach and will be missed by everyone they loved him
Kim Trusty
Friday, March 21, 2025
Kris, my heart is heavy for you! Prayers for you and all Topher’s family at this time.
Trace Hall
Friday, March 21, 2025
I’m remembering when Topher would tell me crazy stories when we were at work together, always funny to hear, man always made me laugh. I’m glad I got to know him. Prayers to his family, God be with you.
Nikki and robert barlow
Friday, March 21, 2025
Topher will be truely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with family he was defently a good one.
Cindy Wise
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Such sad news to hear of your family's loss. Topher had a big heart and will be dearly missed by many. Prayers for all in this time of such great pain. God be with you.
Pamela Goldsworthy
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Kristy, I am so sorry for your loss. I thought a lot of Topher, he always called me Aunt Pam when I was visiting with Cheryl, Joe and the boys. He will be missed by everyone who had to chance to meet him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Pam
Trevor Keyser
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Topher was my first football coach for the Paris Boys and Girls Club. He was a great man, compassionate about the game and his players. Our condolences to Kristy and family.
-Keyser Family
Loral Bailey
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Sending much love and prayers to everyone who loved Topher! He always had the biggest smile when I got to see him at Subi and was the first to give me the biggest hugs. So heartbroken
chekota blythe
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
to all of topher’s friends and family, i am sorry for your loss. topher had a big impact on my life and taught me so many things when i worked with him. he was always their to talk and help me out when i needed it. topher was a good friend and a good person to be around, you will be missed but you’ll always be in my heart.
Bradley harris
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
He was a good friend me and him use to work together at mosquito Joe for a few year he always made work exciting going to miss brother prays for the family
Missy Tucker
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Topher was such a great person and will be missed greatly. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Topher. Kenneth, Missy, Brittany & TJ Tucker. James and Carolyn Sewell.
Pam Williams
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Kristy, you and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers all week. I was so blessed to have Topher in my room in first grade along with his cousin, Morgan. They were quite the pair. But never any serious problems because they loved each other so much. Then later it was sports with my son Casey. Topher was the best athlete ever. I will never forget the whole court shot at PBC. I also remember those long trips to wrestling matches in my little black car stuffed with boys listening and singing to "We are the champions!" And Topher was a champion in his life. And I am so happy that I knew him. Always praying for you.
Thomas Crossno
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
May God’s peace, which surpasses all understanding, surround you and your family. You are in my prayers, and I pray that His strength carries you through these difficult days.
Connie Brmett
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Kristy, we are so so sorry of ur loss. I did not know ur son but feel like I do, listening to u talk about him n ur grandchildren. I can only imagine the pain u have with a broken heart. We r sending u our Condolences, Prayers n our Love.
Connie n Bob Barnett
Connie Barnett
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Kristy sending our heart felt condolences & Prayers to you. I can't imagine the pain of heartbteak u r going thru n I hope I never have to know. I love u girl!
Connie n Bob Barnett
Danielle O'Bar
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Kristi, I'm praying for you and your family to get through this difficult time. Topher was a sweet guy who always made me smile. He will be missed!
Leslie Koch
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
I’m so sorry Christy praying for you and your family he was such a nice guy and will be missed by so many
Anthony Gehrig
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Coach Topher was a great man. He pushed us to be better, not just in the game but in life. He cared, he showed up, and he made a difference. I’ll always be grateful for everything he taught me. Rest easy, Coach—you’ll be missed.
Gloria and Larry Lievsay
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Kristy, praying for you and your family!
Jim & Paula OBar
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
No words can describe the feeling of pain we feel right now. You are in our prayers and we will remember all the beautiful memories of Topher. We love and pray for you at this time of sorrow. God is with us all during these difficult times.
Rebecca Askins Cowie
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
I am so sorry to hear this. I hadn’t seen Topher in a long time, but I have such fond memories of him. He was such a sweet kid. Kristy, I am so sorry for your loss.
Gabrielle Bradley-Youngblood
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
My heart broke when I heard about Topher. I remember how he was always there for me during the loss of Danielle. Topher you will be missed. Give my girl a hug for me when you see her. Peace & love.
Travis w Vaughan
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
RIP
William and Patti Bench
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
My heart is breaking for you, Christy. I watched him grow up with my kids. He always had a smile, he was a talented athlete and I know he was a wonderful son. You, his kids, and all your family are in our prayers.
Jamie Norris
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Topher.. you are so loved by those who knew you and those you mentored in the community. You will be forever missed!
Freda Lewis
Monday, March 17, 2025
Kristy my heart breaks for you and your families at this difficult time.
Love and prayers for all your family and friends.
Rebecca Kohler Humphrey
Monday, March 17, 2025
No one in the family knows me except Chris; however, I want to extend my sincerest condolences to the whole family. After reading Topher's obituary my thoughts were, "Wow, what a remarkable young man!" I know he will be greatly missed, not only by family, but by everyone who knew him. What a legacy to leave
Chris, I am so sorry.
shirley beavers
Monday, March 17, 2025
so sorry for your loss Kristy
Shirley Beavers
Sheila Brock Bentley
Monday, March 17, 2025
So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers
Luane Young
Monday, March 17, 2025
I pray for you all peace at this time ! I am so sorry, no words can ever help! Love you all!
Lora Forst
Monday, March 17, 2025
Topher I’ve known you all your life and your heart for things important to you always shone through. You held your family and friends in high regard. Your mom and kids were so important to you. You loved athletics and was so proud of all the kids and adults you worked with. You were always a hard worker and you stepped in when needed. You were a special guy and my family will miss you greatly.
Karen Czaplicki
Monday, March 17, 2025
Gopher led a remarkable life. His wonderful legacy is in the life he shared with you & the one you are yet to live.
Spencer Heft
Monday, March 17, 2025
I’ll never forget Coach Toph teaching me the game of baseball in high school. He made every practice something to look forward to, always keeping the team laughing and making sure we had fun while we worked hard. Thanks for everything, Coach. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Spencer Heft
Monday, March 17, 2025
I’ll never forget Coach Toph teaching me the game of baseball in high school. He made every practice something to look forward to, always keeping the team laughing and making sure we had fun while we worked hard. Thanks for everything, Coach. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Lance Owen
Monday, March 17, 2025
My first memory of you Topher was when I was in Middle School and had Saturday school. You were in there with us from the high school and it was the best Saturday school ever I'll never forget it. I'm glad later on in life we became friends and made a lot of great memories. The world is now a lesser place. We'll all see you before too long but until then we will be missing you.
Paige Bock
Monday, March 17, 2025
Cristina & Gabi (Subiaco)
Monday, March 17, 2025
Our deepest condolences, thank you for helping Gabi with his baseball practices and help him with a ride when needed, I was looking forward to meet you May!
We are so sorry
Stan & Sandy Hatcher
Monday, March 17, 2025
Paris lost a part of its heartbeat with this loss - Topher made a huge impact on our youth and will be greatly missed! Kristy, you and all your precious family are in our prayers!
Beth Morrow (Sutliff)
Monday, March 17, 2025
I am so sorry to hear this! I have a lot of wonderful memories with Topher and my kids. Kristy, I know your heart is broken! He was way too young to be taken. No words can ease the pain that his absence will create. Just know you're in my thoughts and prayers. He and Joseph are together again playing a game of baseball.
Neal Wade
Monday, March 17, 2025
Topher was a good friend and a great customer, always looked forward to his visits, he was definitely an inspiration to many of the young people in our community, as well as a few of us old people!
Rest in peace My Friend
Prayers and love for the Family
Neal and Tammy Wade
Kathy Jewell
Monday, March 17, 2025
I loved my little 3rd grade student. Topher was a pleasure to have in my class. Every week he came to school with a different hair style. Love his mother too. I was treated like I was such a special teacher.
May God bless each family member and help each celebrate this great young man’s life.
Diana Rogers
Monday, March 17, 2025
Praying for you Kristy and Family! May God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you! What a blessing it has been knowing Topher! He touched many lives by his kindness and goofiness! He will never be forgotten!
Marcia Schluterman
Monday, March 17, 2025
Kristy, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so very sorry for your loss. May God comfort you at this difficult time.
Sharon Tipton
Monday, March 17, 2025
Topher, I’m remembering the family trip to Branson. I think Daxton was 3, and, Sharon was very pregnant with Coco. Playing games at the dining room table and being in the hot tub!
You were so funny! Telling jokes and cracking us all up. I’m so sorry for your kids. Growing up without you. Coco not having you to walk her down the aisle. It’s heartbreaking. You’ll be missed. Rest easy and I’ll see you on the flip side.
Love, Aunt Sharon
Conner Haynes
Monday, March 17, 2025
Thank you for being such an inspiration towards me over the last couple years and such a father figure towards me. I’ll miss you more than you know toph. Prayers for you and your family.
RhondaWhite
Monday, March 17, 2025
Topher was a sweetheart as a child, a teenager, and as an adult. I remember watching him run track in Boys Club and it was just his beginning. He worked hard at whatever sport or job he put his hand too. My heart hurts with you all and my prayers are going strong for all of you.
Pam Ford
Monday, March 17, 2025
So sorry
Debi Thomas
Monday, March 17, 2025
Heaven gained an angel. Rest in peace Topher!
Julie Enns Hansen and Lily
Monday, March 17, 2025
I loved reconnecting with you after all these years and coaching our girls together. You were an amazing human. Love you!
Debra Hixson
Monday, March 17, 2025
Psalm 34:18. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.
Love and prayers for the family during this extremely difficult time. God be with you.
Bill and Connie Harrison
Monday, March 17, 2025
My heart is breaking for the family. We have lots of memories with our son David and Topher when they were boxing. Several weekends were spent on the road going to different towns to box. He will be greatly missed
Heather (Nehus) Beauford
Monday, March 17, 2025
Topher was one of a kind! He was incredibly talented and one of the best athletes around. We spent a lot of time traveling to all the sporting events in high school and he always made the trips a little more interesting with his fun personality and interesting jokes.
The class of 2000 lost a great classmate when Topher passed. We all loved him!
Kristie, Morgan, and family - I’m so sorry for your loss.
Michael Reed
Monday, March 17, 2025
To all of Topher’s family!!! I love you all and I am truly sorry!!! Topher was a true friend and brother. He had such a big heart and showed it through what he done. I will miss him dearly!!! I love you guys and God bless you all!!!