View Laura Cannon Laura J. Cannon, 53, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2019, in her home. Laura was born in Marion, on October 1, 1965, to the late James Guy and Jacqueline (Clark) Edwards. She graduated from Marion High School. A hardworking woman, Laura worked multiple jobs at the same time, including at Picture Perfect Pet Center and Southworth Ford. She later pursued her passion for medicine by attending Purdue University and earning her Bachelor’s degree in pharmaceutical medication…
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Thomas “Tom” Vogel
View Thomas “Tom” Vogel Marion Thomas “Tom” A. Vogel, 87, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2019, in Marion. He was born to the late Albert V. and Mabel M. (Kenefake) Vogel, in St. Marys, OH, on April 16, 1932. Tom was very proud of his German heritage and made several trips to Europe. He graduated from Memorial High School in the class of 1950. He then earned an associates degree in engineering. Tom married Cleta J. (Holtzapple), on April 27, 1952, in St. Marys, OH. Tom courted Cleta in …
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Stephen Daune Patterson – July 11, 1950 – September 16, 2019
Stephen D. Patterson, 69, was born in Marion on July 11, 1950 to the late William D. and Charlene E. (Tellef) Patterson. He passed away in his Marion home on September 16, 2019. He graduated from Marion High School in 1968 and served in the United States Air Force from 1969-1973. Stephen worked as a mechanic for Automotive Color. He owned Oasis Tanning Salon. He enjoyed working on cars and belonged to the American Legion. He is survived by his sister, Paula (John) Oatess, Marion. A memorial gathering will be held on September 30, 2019 from 6-8 pm at Garden House of Matter Park, 1 Matter Park Circle, Marion. Owen-Weilert-Duncan…
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William “Bill” Sherer
View William “Bill” Sherer William D. “Bill” Sherer, 88, of Marion, left his home on this earth for his heavenly home Saturday, September 21, 2019, at Colonial Oaks Healthcare Center, Marion, Indiana. Bill was born January 26, 1931, at Hampton, Iowa, to the late William J. and Leona Mae (Rhutasel) Sherer. His formative years were spent in Iowa and there he was a graduate from Chapin High School in 1949. Bill was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He married …
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Richard E. Dixon – March 28, 1933 – September 19, 2019
Richard E. Dixon, 86, was born in Marion on March 28, 1933 to the late Harry and Gertrude (Griffith) Dixon. He passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at Miller’s Merry Manor, Marion. Richard was a graduate of Marion High School and then enlisted in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged in 1957. He trained with Indiana Bell in Indianapolis and was employed with Indiana Bell in Planning, Design and Engineering from 1961-1991. Richard loved to play multiple different string instruments and could often be found entertaining family and friends. He enjoyed problem solving and there was never anything he could not fix. He is survived by his…
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Timothy Booher
View Timothy Booher Gas City Timothy G. Booher, 59, died Friday, September 13, 2019 at his Gas City residences. Tim was born on May 12, 1960 in Tipton, Indiana, son of the late George W. and Gean (Mock) Booher. Tim had been a heavy equipment operator for Hyponex in Greenfield and most recently worked for Jim’s Lawn Services. Tim loved fishing, mowing and doing yard work as well as spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. Tim is survived by two …
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Paul Frazier
View Paul Frazier Marion Paul D. Frazier, 89, passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2019, with his loving family by his side. He was born on October 10, 1929, in Marion, to the late Chester and Lucille (Fransler) Frazier. Paul graduated from Marion High School in 1948. He married the love of his life, Violet J. (Whitson) Frazier, on October 15, 1950, in Marion. Paul served in the Army during the Korean War. He retired after 43 years of service from Marion….
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Truman Smith
View Truman Smith Truman J. Smith, 84, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2019. He was born on January 12, 1935, in Hazard, Kentucky, to the late John Smith and the late Orphia (Cornett) Meade. Truman married Pauline (Collins) Smith, on August 5, 1955, she preceded him in death in 2007. He worked in the salvage and welding departments at General Motors for 20 years before retiring in 1985. Truman’s faith is described as being an old regular Baptist. He was a part of the UAW, Local 977 and …
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Mark Patrick Koeberlein – December 10, 1992 – September 7, 2019
Mark, 26, was born in Indianapolis to Patrick J. and Karen K. Koeberlein. He passed away in Delaware County on September 7, 2019. Mark graduated from Eastbrook High School and moved to Indianapolis. He was employed with AMA, Inc. as a carpenter. He moved to Muncie in 2016. Mark was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed deer and bird hunting, fishing, kayaking, building things and hanging out with his dogs, Wylee and Bo. He loved spending time with his family and friends and never met a stranger. Mark was loved by all who knew him. He will be remembered most by his generosity and kindness to others. He is survived by…
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Phyllis Olynger
View Phyllis Olynger Gas City Phyllis A. (Drischel) Olynger, 94, died Monday morning, September 9, 2019, in her Gas City residence, just a week before her 95th birthday. She was born on September 16, 1924 in Marion, the daughter of the late Edward and Ethel (Wise) Drischel. A lifelong resident of Grant County, she graduated from Jefferson Township High School, Upland. She married H. Albert Olynger on December 23, 1943, in Gas City. Together th…
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Vera Cain
View Vera Cain Upland Vera K. (Royal) Cain, 101, died Tuesday, September 10, 2019, in University Nursing Center, Upland. She was born on November 27, 1917 in Gas City, the daughter of the late Wiley and Florence (Dye) Royal. She married Charles C. Cain on November 3, 1934. Together they shared 56 years before he preceded her in death on May 13, 1991. Mrs. Cain worked at Pierce Governor, Upland, for many years and atten…
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Robert Felver
View Robert Felver We celebrate the life of Robert Glenn Felver, who passed the evening of Wednesday, September 4, 2019, at home with family. A life lost too young, Rob was 52 years old and a graduate of Madison Grant High School. He will be remembered from his years in Fairmount riding his bike, playing ball with friends, and delivering papers for the Marion Chronicle Tribune. Once the teen years hit, he was all about cars and girls. His friendships grew with every year, and his …
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Troy Mundy
View Troy Mundy Troy D. Mundy, 67, passed away Friday, September 6, 2019, at Marion General Hospital. Troy was born to the late John and Freeda Mundy on October 30, 1951. He married Cathy Chenoweth on November 14, 1987, and she survives. Troy worked for Thompson Consumer Electronics until they closed, as a machine attendant, and then worked in maintenance at Walmart. He was a member of Marion Memorial Tabernacle. Troy enjoyed country music, watching old westerns, and was a great wood carver. …
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J. Michael Harrison
View J. Michael Harrison Mike Harrison, 82, of Jonesboro, died peacefully early Thursday morning, September 5, 2019, at home. He was born on December 6, 1936, in Jefferson Township, Grant County, the son of the late James E. and Coronellia E. (Briggs) Harrison. He graduated from Jefferson Township High School in 1954 and Indiana Business College, Ft. Wayne, in 1956 with a degree in Accounting. He married Carol Ann Beaman, his high school sweetheart, on March 11, 1956. Mike was employed by Fis…
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Henry Wayne
View Henry Wayne Henry J. Wayne passed away August 30, 2019. He was born October 20, 1918, in Clay County, West Virginia. Henry was a proud Navy veteran of WW-II. He retired from the VA Hospital, in Marion, after thirty years as a cook and assistant dietitian. He was a strong supporter of American Legion Post #313 in Fairmount, of which he was a member for 75 years. He was the last known surviving charter member of this post. Henry was preceded in death by h…
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Jeffery Yeakle
View Jeffery Yeakle Jeffery L. Yeakle, 63, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2019, with his loving family by his side. Jeff was born on April 25, 1956, to the late Phillip Yeakle and Patricia Yeakle, who survives in Marion. He graduated from Marion High School in 1974 and went to work for Ball Foster Glass for 35 years, from where he retired. On December 2, 1996, he married Rita Hornbaker, and she survives in Jonesboro. He enjoyed playing pool and golf in his younger years, but he loved cr…
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Darlene Anders
View Darlene Anders Darlene M. Anders, 84, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2019, at Wesleyan Health Care Center in Marion. Darlene was born on December 24, 1934, to the late Clifford and Bertha Louth. On January 3, 1953, she married Charles “Gene” Anders, and he preceded her in death on March 27, 2001. Darlene was an extremely hard worker and worked as a machinist for Anaconda. She was a member of Pilgrim Holiness Church for many years, and she enjoyed doing latch hook, cooking, spending …
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Elizabeth “Liz” Sloderbeck
View Elizabeth “Liz” Sloderbeck Upland Elizabeth “Liz” Sloderbeck, 101, of rural Upland, died Monday morning, August 26, 2019, in Bridgewater Rehabilitation Centre, Hartford City. She was born in Monroe Township on January 29, 1918, the daughter of the late Archie and Eva (Smith) Lightle. Liz graduated from Jefferson Township High School in 1936. She married Bud Sloderbeck on December 23, 1944. Together they shared nearly 57 years before he preceded her in death on December 17, 2001. Mrs. Slo…
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Cheryl Wiggs
View Cheryl Wiggs Cheryl Wiggs 70 of Marion died peacefully at her home on Wednesday August 21, 2019. Cheryl was enjoyable to be with, she was patient, kind, and had a great personality. She was born April 2, 1949 at Marion, Indiana to the late Richard E. and Mary E. Gilbert Earnest, graduated from Marion High School class of 1967. Cheryl married Duane Wiggs May 21, 1982 at Logansport, Indiana, he preceded her in death July 22, 2005. Cheryl retired from the Indiana Division of Family and Chil…
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Deacon Domingo C. Castillo – December 30, 1941 – August 18, 2019
Domingo was born in Beeville, Texas on December 30, 1941 to the late Domingo and Emilia (Cano) Castillo. He passed away on August 18, 2019 in Community North Hospital, Indianapolis. Domingo was a 1961 graduate of AC Jones High School, Beeville, Texas and attended college before meeting Adelaida Ortiz. The two were married on November 3, 1962 and together they had five children. During Domingo’s working years he was a produce manager and valued employee for Stanley Stores, Inc. and retired in 1989. Domingo was called to Christian service in kindness, humility and study and was ordained to the permanent diaconate in 1983. Deacon Domingo lived by faith and service…
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Randy Mauldon – May 14, 1956 – Aug. 17, 2019
Randy was born in Marion on May 14, 1956 to the late Jack and Pina (Dennison) Mauldon. He passed away on Aug. 17, 2019 in Marion General Hospital. Randy was a 1975 graduate of Oak Hill High School and lived in Converse all of his life. He was employed by the City of Marion and worked in the street department for 38 years and he retired in 2014. One of his fondest accomplishments was building the Garden House in Matter Park. On May 6, 2019 he married Brenda L. (Erwin) Thompson. Mrs. Mauldon survives in their Converse home. Randy enjoyed vegetable gardening, watching television and spending time with his grandchildren.…
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Matthew Butler
View Matthew Butler Matthews Matthew R. Butler, 34, of Matthews, died Friday, August 16, 2019, at IU Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie. Matt was born June 12, 1985, in Muncie, Indiana to Ronald D. and Patricia A. ” Pat ” Melton Butler, they survive in Muncie. He graduated from Delta High School with the class of 2004, received a degree as an Auto Technician from University of Northwestern Ohio, and was employed by Ivanhoe’s Restaurant,….
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Ned C. Gillum – March 30, 1925 – August 15, 2019
Ned Charles Gillum, 94, of Marion IN, died peacefully after a long illness on August 15, 2019. He was born March 30, 1925 in Davenport, IA, the son of Pastor Claibourne Kirtley Gillum and Jessie Mae (Smith) Gillum. Following his Davenport High School graduation (6/43), Ned enlisted in the US Navy to serve in WW II. He later attended Saint Ambrose College and seminary at Drake University and Texas Christian University. Following in his father and grandfather’s footsteps, Ned was ordained in the First Christian Church in Davenport, IA (1951) and served as a Disciples of Christ minister throughout his life. Ned married (6/28/53), Anna Mae Goettsch, a Davenport teacher…
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Timothy Bowman
View Timothy Bowman Timothy Bowman, 71, died Sunday August 11, 2019 at Millers Merry Manor in Tipton where he had been a resident since 2015. Timothy was born in Wells County, Indiana on June 18, 1948, son of Oren Booker Bowman and Hilda M. (Steffen) Robinson. He worked in the workshop at Carey Services. A memorial service will be held for Timothy at the Fairmount Chapel of Armes-Hunt Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 415 S. Main Street, Fairmount, Indiana on Thursday, August 2…
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Barbara Allen
View Barbara Allen Formerly of Fairmount Barbara L. Allen,90, died Tuesday, August 13, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Marion. Barbara was born on May 17, 1929, in La Fontaine, Indiana, daughter of the late Arthur L. and Ella E. (Armstrong) Newell. She graduated from Sweetser High School in 1947. Barbara owned Allen’s Market in Fairmount for 10 years and worked in the office at I & M for 17 years. She was a member of Back Creek Wesleyan Church. Barbara was a generous woman that loved hel…
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Wade Netzley
View Wade Netzley Muncie Wade A. Netzley, 44, of Muncie, died Thursday, August 8, 2019. Wade was born in Marion, Indiana on July 3, 1975, son of Steven Netzley of Frankfort and Vicki L. (LaShure) Netzley of Fairmount. Wade graduated from Madison-Grant High School in 1993 and attended Ball State for three years. He was a cook at Texas Roadhouse. Wade enjoyed attending concerts, playing the guitar and Yankees and Packers games. Along with his parents, Wade is survived by his daughter, Adri…
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Robert Southworth
View Robert Southworth Upland Robert D. Southworth, 69, died Friday, August 2, 2019, in James Haley Memorial VA Hospital, Tampa, Florida. He was born in Marion, on June 4, 1950, the son of the late Dewey and Ila Maxine (Barton) Southworth. Robert graduated from Eastbrook High School in 1968 and served in the United States Marine Corps from 1970 – 1972. He married Susan Herring on May 13, 1972, in Upland. He had been a manager at Bill’s Foods, …
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Doris Wallace
View Doris Wallace Doris Wallace went to be with her Savior on August 7, 2019. She was born in Brilliant, Ohio, to Melvin and Sara Waugh on October 10, 1930. John, her husband of 56 years, preceded her in death in 2009. She leaves her beloved children, Debra Jo Wallace, Jan (Rob) Reber, Jonna (Tom) Jordan, and Jeffrey (Lisa) Wallace, as well as her grandchildren Brianna (Josh) LeMaster, Jordan (Lindsay) Wallace, Audra Reber, Andrea Reber, Corey Jordan, Carlie Jordan, Justin …
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Evangeline E. Smith – July 27, 1934 – July 29, 2019
Evangeline E. Smith, 85, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2019 in Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on July 27, 1934 in Larwill, Indiana to the late Walter and Elsie (Schaef) Thomas. She was raised on a small farm in Marion’s south side. She was a 1952 graduate of Swayzee High School. On March 18, 1967 she married Robert “Rex” Smith. She attended Taylor University where she received her Bachelor’s degree and achieved her Masters of teaching from Ball State University. She went on to become a math, business, and home economics teacher in Elwood and Walton, Indiana. She also sold Rawleigh products and cards…
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Ted Yale
View Ted Yale Indianapolis Ted A. Yale, 63 Indianapolis died unexpectedly of heart failure on August 2, 2019. He was raised in Fairmount, but lived in Indianapolis for much of his adult life. Ted was the son of Charles “Doc” and Virginia Yale. He was a 1974 graduate of Madison Grant High School and the University of Miami. He worked in retail market studies, traveling over the US. He was a talented musician, having played guitar in many local bands. He was a birthright Quaker and member of Fa…
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Kenneth Dale Earl – February 14, 1948 – July 29, 2019
Kenneth was born in Decatur, Michigan on February 14, 1948 to the late Richard and Leona (Hemingway) Earl. He passed away on July 29, 2019 in North Woods Village, Kokomo. After high school, Kenneth enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He honorably served from 1965 to 1969. Following his service, he worked as a die caster at a camper manufacturing facility. Kenneth was also employed at a car wash. Kenneth is survived by his children Rick Earl, Decatur, Michigan; Luanda Salmon, Paw Paw, Michigan; Jennifer (Frank) Kagel, Edwardsburg, Michigan; Robynn (Tim) Burnett, Amboy; brother, Kevin Earl, Tipton; sister, Doris Wilson, South Bend; 13 grandchildren; several great grandchildren. A memorial…
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Valerie Atchison
View Valerie Atchison Valerie K. (Huffman) Atchison, 64, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2019. She was born on October 18, 1954, in Huntington, Indiana to the late Charles Huffman and Janet (Williams) Huffman. Valerie graduated from Marion High School Class of 1973. She married the late Daniel L. Atchison on August 30, 1985, and made a life of being a wonderful homemaker. Valerie will be deeply missed by her family and friends, who have described her as being an inspiration to…
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Linda S. Lynas – August 2, 1952 – July 25, 2019
Linda, 66, passed away on July 25, 2019 in her Gas City home. She was born on August 2, 1952 in Vanceburg, Kentucky to the late Harrison and Lucy (Stevenson) Brown. Linda married Michael E. Lynas on December 18, 1998 and he survives. Linda worked as a fork truck driver for Perfecto Manufacturing. She enjoyed metal detecting, fishing and most of all her flower garden. Linda is also survived by her son, Michael Charleton, Goshen; brother, Dallas (Ann Marie) Stephenson, Elwood; sisters, Debbie, Connie, Kay, all of Kentucky. In keeping with Linda’s final wishes there will be no services. Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Gas City Chapel, 200 North 7th Street, Gas…
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Margaret Brubaker
View Margaret Brubaker Lititz, PA Margaret Elizabeth Brubaker, 99, of Brethren Village, Lititz, PA, formerly of Fairmount IN, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2019. Margaret was born on January 3, 1920 to Charles & Lola Schoby of Wabash County, IN. She graduated from Lincolnville High School & Marion Business College. She was married to Lloyd Brubaker on November 5, 1939. They had two children, Judith & David. She joined Church of the Brethren in 1940 and attended regularly until m…
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Curtis Cloud
View Curtis Cloud Fairmount Curtis A. Cloud, 64, of Fairmount, died unexpectedly Friday, July 26, at home. Curt was born December 19, 1954, in Marion to the late Billy A. and Annalee S. (Stephens) Cloud. He was a 1973 graduate of Madison-Grant High School and received a degree in journalism from Ball State University. He was an advertising director for many newspapers, including Gannett and United Media Group. Patriotism was important to Curt. As an active member of Squadron 313 of the Sons o…
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Doris Case
View Doris Case Doris Ann (James) Case, 90, passed away with her family by her side, on Friday, July 26, 2019, at Visiting Nurse Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Doris was born on November 26, 1928, to the late Wilbur and Pearl James. She graduated from Jefferson High School in 1945. She married Floyd Case on August 5, 1949, and he preceded her in death on April 7, 2014. Doris served as a caregiver for her family all her life, faithfully caring for her elderly family members, and also worked as a …
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Velma Ratliff
View Velma Ratliff Velma J. (Stanley) Ratliff, 84, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side, on Sunday, July 21, 2019. She was born to Kenneth and Fern Stanley on September 28, 1934, at their Sweetser home. She married P. Hersal Ratliff on December 1, 1961, and he survives in Marion. Velma worked at RCA for many years, then worked with her husband at B&H Marathon for 25 years, until they both retired. She is loved and will be missed greatly by her family. Velma is surviv…
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John Allen
View John Allen John R. Allen passed away July 17, 2019, at his Marion home. He is survived by his mother, Barbara L. Allen, Marion; brother, Oren (Sharon) Felton, Fairmount; stepmother, Rhonda Allen, Converse; uncles, Don Allen, Marion, and Phillip (Carol), Michigan; as well as nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard F. Allen; grandparents, Bud and Fern Allen, and Arthur and Ella Newell; and beloved dog, Wags. John was a…
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Rebecca Conelley
View Rebecca Conelley Ft. Wayne Rebecca “Becky” S. Conelley 74, formerly of Upland, died Saturday July 20 at Coventry Meadows Healthcare Facility, Ft. Wayne, Indiana Becky was a minister for 13 years with the United Methodist Church serving at Culver United Methodist Church, McNate United Methodist Church, Asbury United Methodist Church in Wells County, and Waynedale United Methodist Church. She loved children and was always involved in children’s ministries. She enjoyed doing crafts, sewing,…
