William Edward Neilan Jr., 83, of Monticello, passed away Sept. 24, 2019 at 12:45 p.m. at St. Vincent’s Hospice Care Center in Indianapolis. He was born Oct. 23, 1935 in Lafayette, to William E. Neilan, Sr. and Amy (Auburn) Neilan. He is a graduate of Lafayette Jefferson High School, then attended Purdue University where he was a member of Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society. He was employed as Chief Draftsman, Chief Production Engineer and a Senior Industrial Engineer for Ross Gear and Tool Company of Lafayette. He taught blueprint reading and construction management at Ivy Tech. He held an Indiana Real Estate Broker license and an Indiana Appraiser license.…

Gregory K. Gross, 67, of Galveston, passed away peacefully at 8:25 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019 at Golden Living in Kokomo. He was born Aug. 16, 1952 in Lafayette to Charles and Joyce (Beever) Gross. Greg first married Wanda Brubaker in March of 1971. He later married Naomi Guy on June 12, 1999 in Oakford and she survives. Greg was a 1970 graduate of Carroll High School and was an Eagle Scout. After high school he served his country in the United States Air Force. Greg retired from Delphi Electronics in Kokomo in 2000 with 30 years service. He was a member of ABATE, UAW Local #292. Surviving family include…

Mary Ann Watts, 86, of Logansport, passed away on Wednesday. Services will be private. Marocco-Rans Funeral Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements. Please visit ransfuneralhomes.com to view the full obituary.

Stanley Alan Beecher, 68, of Englewood, Florida, and formerly of Rochester and Fort Wayne, passed away at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 at Port Charlotte Medical Center, Port Charlotte, Florida. Born Feb. 15, 1951 in Peru, Indiana he was the eldest of eight children born to Harold Larkin and Norma Jean Knauff Beecher. On Oct. 13, 2001 he married Barb Petrucci in Fort Wayne, who survives. Stan graduated from Rochester High School in 1969 having been active in show choir, theatre, honor society, football all four years and serving as Student Council President his Senior year. He graduated from the University Of Notre Dame in 1973; and was…

Robert E. “Bob” O’Donnell, 55, of New Orleans, Louisiana died Sept. 13, 2019. Memorial service: 3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, 2019 at Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home, Royal Center. Visitation: 1 p.m. until service. Full obituary at www.ransfuneralhomes.com

Vickie L. Galbreath, 57, of Winamac, passed away at 9:27 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 23, 2019 at Franciscan Hospital in Indianapolis after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on Oct. 3, 1961 in Rochester, she was the daughter of Donald E. and Delores “Dee” Galbreath. Vickie was a 1980 Winamac High School graduate. While in high school she displayed her love for music by playing trombone in the band, and because of her musical appreciation the Galbreath Scholarship for music students was created. In recent years, Vickie had been expanding her abilities by teaching herself to play violin using online videos. She also had a great love for animals, especially…

Donald E. Grafton, 89, of Royal Center, passed away peacefully at noon, Monday, Sept. 23, 2019 at AMG Specialty Hospital in Muncie. He was born on July 23, 1930 in Cass County. Don was a 1949 Royal Center High School graduate. He was a U.S. Army veteran. On Oct. 25, 1957 he married Ruth A. Packard, she survives. Don retired in 1991 from Chrysler in Kokomo after 35 years. He was a member of Baptist Christian Church and the UAW Union #685 in Kokomo. Don enjoyed being outdoors, gardening, playing euchre and fixing ball gloves. Survivors include his wife, Ruth Grafton, of Royal Center; daughter, Pam (Rick) Miller, of St.…

Dorothy L. Weese, 94, of Logansport, passed away at 12:53 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 at Miller’s Merry Manor in Logansport. Born on March 8, 1925 in White County, she was the daughter of the late Stacy M. and Margaret P. (Hines) Logan. Dorothy was a Royal Center High School graduate. Dorothy was a retired cook at the former White County Hospital in Monticello. She was a member of Caley United Methodist Church. Dorothy was an avid Pioneer, Purdue and Cubs fan and she was known for writing poetry. Survivors include her son, Doug Weese of Royal Center; brother, Ivan Logan of Royal Center; grandchildren, Tracy (Gregg) Mitchell of Chicago,…

Mary Ann Flora Moon, 89, of Kokomo, passed away at 3:35 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019 at Golden Living Center-Sycamore Village. She was born June 8, 1930 to Howard Flora and Ava Fisher in Twelve Mile. On Sept. 12, 1948, she married Charles “Charley” Moon, who preceded her in death on April 12, 2019. Mary Ann graduated from Twelve Mile High School in 1948. She was a homemaker most of her life. Mary Ann enjoyed camping, fishing, traveling to Florida and spending time with family. Mary Ann is survived by her sons, Edward “Ed” (Monelle) Moon, Charles “Chuck” Moon and Jeffrey (Tammy) Moon; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. In addition…

Walter Shaver Jr., 87, of Logansport, passed away at 4:35 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, 2019, at Chase Center. Born July 31, 1932, in Logansport, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Walter Shaver Sr. On Sept., 2 1950, in Logansport, he was married to Shirley (Brown) Shaver, who survives. Walter worked for Logan Machine for twenty-five years, he also worked as a truck driver for Gangloff Trucking for more than twenty years. After retiring he enjoyed being a school bus driver for Pioneer schools A member of the Logansport First Church of the Nazarene, Walter was a man with his priorities in order. He was a motorcycle…

Barry Dean Powlen, 65, of Peru, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019 at his residence. Born on March 18, 1954 in Logansport, he was the son of the late Tommie and Helen (Overmyer) Powlen. He was a 1972 Pioneer High School graduate. Barry was a self-employed carpenter who loved taking care of his dogs. Survivors include his companion, Pam Goodnight of Peru; son, Jason Goodnight of Peru; sisters, Carol (Alan) Chesley of Lucerne; Julia (Tim) Hatfield of Upland; and Sandra (Tim Osborn) Gunter of Logansport; brother, Ronald (Judi) Powlen of Logansport; and Steven (Maribel) Powlen. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Per Barry’s wishes there…

View Debra A. Thomas Logansport Debra A. Thomas, age 65, Logansport, passed away at 7:21 p.m. on Monday, September 23, in Chase Center. Arrangements are currently pending.  Debra A. Thomas, age 65, Logansport, passed away at 7:21 p.m. on Monday, September 23, in Chase Center. Arrangements are currently pending.  View   Send Flowers

Alfred Joseph Rodriguez, 64, of Logansport, passed away into the loving arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, surrounded by his family in the quietness of his home. On March 31, 1955, in Lafayette, Al was born to the late Alfredo “Al” Jesus Rodriguez and Marta (Nemec) Rodriguez. Having been born the son of parents who immigrated from Mexico and Czechoslovakia, respectively, Al was proud of his heritage – the rich cultural background and the history his family shared. A 1973 graduate of Logansport High School, Al entered the U.S. Navy in 1974 aboard the USS Okinawa in the latter part of the Vietnam War and…

Allen Lamar Shank, 75, of Lucerne, passed away Sept. 4, 2019. He was born on Sept. 17, 1943. He is survived by his wife Katherine and three children, eight grandchildren and one great-grandson. Allen proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28 at Hillcrest Baptist Church. The family asks for no flowers, please.

Verna M. Easley, 93, of Logansport, passed away peacefully at 8:23 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, 2019, in her home surrounded by family. Born Jan. 12, 1926, in Howard County, she was preceded in death by her parents, Guy Orville and Luna Dell (Severns) Goyer, and seven siblings. On Oct. 23, 1950, she was married to Clarence H. “Hank” Easley, who preceded her in death Sept. 10, 2007. A graduate of Rockfield High School, Verna worked as a bookkeeper for many years at Essex/United Technologies. Following her retirement, her favorite pastimes included tending to her backyard garden, watching NASCAR and playing cards. She is survived by three children: Denise Gumm, Peru;…

Dale E. Flatt, 75, of Logansport, passed away Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 at Chase Center. Born June 24, 1944 in Logansport to the late Nathaniel H. and Mary Louise (Lamb) Flatt. On Dec. 30, 1977 in Henderson, Tennessee he married Barbara A. Rouse who survives. Dale retired from Exide Battery Corp. after 33 years of service. Dale was a people person and never knew a stranger. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Survivors, including his wife are three daughters, Autumn M. Gibbs, Kokomo; Salem (Jerry) Rehwald and Brittany Flatt, both of Logansport; one son, Jonathan B. Flatt, Indianapolis; and seven grandchildren. One brother, Nathaniel H. Flatt Jr.…

View Dale Flatt Logansport Dale E. Flatt, 75, of Logansport passed away Thursday Sept. 19, 2019 in Chase Center. Born June 24, 1944 in Logansport to the late Nathaniel H. and Mary Louise (Lamb) Flatt. On December 30, 1977 in Henderson, TN he married Barbara A. Rouse who survives. Dale retired from Exide Battery Corp. after 33 years of service. Dale was a people person and never knew a stranger. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Survivors, including his wife are three daug…

Ola Lea Titus, 75, of Logansport passed away at 6:23 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019 at Franciscan Hospital in Lafayette. Born on July 13, 1944 in Casa, Arkansas, she was the daughter of the late Lee and Barbara (Glasco) Hance. On Feb. 6, 1967, she married the love of her life, Michael D. Titus, and for 53 years they shared an amazing journey through life. Ola was employed with Cass Area Transit for a span of over 25 years. She enjoyed going to the casino, dining out and passing time with her family and friends. Survivors include her husband, Michael D. Titus of Logansport; daughters, Audry (Fred) Gard of Kokomo,…

View William D. Finks Logansport Heaven welcomed  William D. Finks, 82, Logansport, on Wednesday, September 18, 2019  after battling PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy) for the past few years.  Born in Logansport on November 5, 1936, he was the son of William C.  and Loda (McVay) Finks. He was a 1954 graduate of Logansport High School. Bill loved his family life which began over 61 years ago when on January 24, 1958, in the Metea Baptist Church, Bill married the love of h…

William D. Finks, 82, Logansport, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019, at Chase Center. A public memorial service will be held at Center Presbyterian Church in Royal Center at a later date. See www.kroegerfuneral home.com for obituary information.

David Chavez-Fajardo, 22, Logansport, died Monday in a Marshall County farming accident. A funeral service will be held 7 p.m. Friday at Kroeger Funeral Home. Visitation is at noon prior to the service. Complete obituary at www. kroegerfuneralhome.com

Judge Richard A. Maughmer, 65, Walton, went to be with the Lord Monday evening, Sept. 16, 2019, unexpectedly at his home. He was born Dec. 2, 1953, in Cass County, the son of Ned and Janice (Perkins) Maughmer. On Oct. 20, 1973 he married Vicki Jump, who survives. Rick graduated in 1972 from Lewis Cass High School. Rick enlisted with the United States Air Force in 1972 and had a combined total of 37 years serving both active duty and in reserve capacity, retiring as a Col. in 2009. He began law practice in Logansport after he graduated from law school in 1979, from the University of Nebraska. In 1983,…

Robert E. “Bob” O’Donnell, 55, of New Orleans, Louisiana died Sept. 13, 2019. Memorial service: 3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, 2019 at Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home, Royal Center. Visitation: 1 p.m. until service. Full obituary at www.ransfuneralhomes.com

View Willaim D. Finks Logansport William D. Finks, 82, Logansport, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, in Chase Center. A full obituary will be posted soon.   William D. Finks, 82, Logansport, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, in Chase Center. A full obituary will be posted soon.   View   Send Flowers