Walter L. Clark, 80, passed away in Marion General Hospital on February 20, 2020. He was born to Frank and Mildren (Helfrick) Clark on November 13, 1939. Walter held several jobs including Landen Tools, Grove Manufacturing both in Waynesboro, PA. Shuttleworth Corp, Huntington and retired from Dana. In his leisure time he loved fishing, woodworking, playing Bingo and cards with friends and family. Walter married Carol E. Speenkle and she preceded him in death on January 19, 1970. Walter is survived by his children, Lori Dickison (Charles Griffeth), Converse, Bonnie Stewart (David Cook), Waynesoro, PA, Roger Clark (Missy Bryant), Converse and Walter Jr. (Cindy) Clark, Waynesboro, PA.. Brothers, Frank Clark,…

Tammi was born in Portsmouth, Virgina to Charles E. and Janice S. (Botkin) Jumper. The family moved to Marion when Tammi was one year old. Tammi was a 1980 graduate of Marion High School and later had various jobs throughout her working career. She passed away on February 18, 2020 in Wesleyan Health Care Center after a long illness. During football season Tammi could always be found watching the Indianapolis Colts-she was definitely one of their biggest fans. She enjoyed camping, fishing, cookouts and family gatherings. Her son Charlie’s friends were always treated like her own children and her friends were cared for as her family. Tammi was saved when…

William Sylvester Woods, 85, passed away in his home on February 14, 2020. William was the youngest of four children born to the blessed union of Noble Sylvester and Marion (Harris) Woods on Mary 17, 1934 in Evansville, Indiana. In 1937 Noble married Francis Smith and she became the only mother William knew. He accepted Christ at an early age at First Shiloh Baptist church in Buffalo, NY. After relocating to Marion, Indiana, he became a member of the House of Worship for all People. William graduated from Hutchinson Central High School before enlisting in the Marine Corps and served during the Korean conflict. He married Betty (Moss) Woods and…

Karen E. Abelein, 55, passed away at 10:40 am on February 6, 2020 at home. She was born October 30, 1964 to Norman and Mary Ellen (Baker) Richard. On September 1, 2007 she married Stephen Abelein who preceded her in death on April 26, 2011. Karen treasured her family. She had a tender heart and a loving spirit that will be missed by many. She enjoyed Nascar and cooking. Her hugs were the best and she loved her music. Karen loved the Lord. She loved going to Kid Rock concerts. She is survived by her children, Joey Whalen, Germany; Steven Whalen, California; mother, Mary Richard; sisters, Sandra, Diana, Tishia, Terry,…

Ellen L. Cranor, 87, passed away at Century Villa Health Care, Greentown, on January 29, 2020. She was born May 28, 1932 in Amboy, Indiana, to the late Eldon and Martha (Ramsey) Douglass. Ellen graduated from Jackson Township High School in 1950. She worked at the Delco, Howard County News and Shearer Printing. She married Donald Ray Cranor on November 19, 1950. He preceded her in death on September 26, 2016. She was an accomplished artist and quilter. She nutured a love of music and art to her children and grandchildren. Her pride was her family, who always had priority in her life. She and her family cherished the weeks…

Susan F. Albrecht died in the presence of family members on January 27, 2020. She was born in Hartford City to parents William and Norma Fread, the eldest of five children. She was married to Jerry L. Albrecht who died on September 9, 2015. Susan graduated from Blackford High School, Purdue University with a B.A. degree in English Education, Ball State University with a M.A. degree in School Psychology, and Ball State University with an Ed.D. degree in Special Education. She was a member of Pi Beta Phi sorority. In her professional career, she excelled in multiple roles as a professor of special education at Ball State University, an instructional…

Paul E. Williams, 80, passed away on January 23, 2020 at Miller’s Merry Manor, Marion. He was born on October 11, 1939 in Marion to the late Earl and Fayma (Meeks) Williams. On November 21, 1959 Paul married Dixie D. Vice. Mrs. Williams survives. Paul worked for Tulox Plastics Corporation for 28 years and retired October 2002. In his free time he enjoyed listening to WWKI while working on cars, playing cards and keeping busy with odds and ends. Paul attended Lighthouse Assembly of God church. He is also survived by his daughter, Teresa L. (David) Sheward, Marion; brother, David (Ethel) Williams, Upland; sisters, Beverly Picco, Nancy Rogers, Janice Hughes,…

Kenny Prickett, 69, passed away in Converse on January 23, 2020. He was born to Roscoe and Phyllis (Rogers) Prickett on October 29, 1950. Kenny was a 1969 graduate of Oak Hill High School and lived all of his life in Converse. He married Linda Bowman on April 7, 1972. Mrs. Prickett survives. During his working years he was employed as a operating engineer for Shelly and Sands Inc. and Sullivan Excavating. He was a volunteer with the Converse Fire Department for several years and a member of the Converse United Methodist Church. Kenny enjoyed traveling with his grandchildren and made memorable trips various places including Japan and Alaska. In…

Ronald “Ron” B. McVay, 82, passed away at Wesleyan Health Care in Marion surrounded by his family. He was a great and caring husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle. He was born July 28, 1937 in Marion, Indiana, to the late Oscar (Peck) and Ada (Banks) McVay. He graduated from Marion High School in 1956 and attended Ball State University. He married his best friend and the love of his life Billee Brandon on February 16, 1958 and she survives. They would have celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary in February. Ron and his dad owned and operated McVay’s Market that was located on the corner of 7th and Baldwin…

Tina Gale Miller-Blake, 58, passed away at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne on January 22, 2020. She was born on June 21, 1961 to the late David D. and Emma Viola (Bailey) Freyholtz. Tina lived most of her life in Grant County and for the past 12 years resided in Huntington. She worked 19 years for Weaver Popcorn in Van Buren. She married Charles D. Blake on August 18, 2018. Mr. Blake survives. She was employed as a machine operator for Pretzels, Bluffton. Family was very important to Tina and she loved spending as much time as possible with her children and grandchildren. She also enjoyed tennis, badmitton, camping, riding rollercoasters…