Local Obituaries for Families in Fairmount, IN, Marion, IN, Upland, IN, and Gas City, IN.
Drew Weesner
Aug 15, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Drew A. Weesner, who left us on August 15, 2025, at the age of 39. Born on November 13, 1985, to the late Thomas (Jeff) Weesner and Mychele (Crum) Monks, Drew was a vibrant soul whose laughter echoed in the hearts of all who knew him. Drew was a 2004 graduate of...
Charles Dingus
Aug 12, 2025
Heaven gained an angel on August 12, 2025, Charles P. Dingus, 76, passed away after a hard, long, and painful battle to cancer, he was surrounded by his family. Charles was born in Norton, VA, to the late Charles and Arkie (Clark) Dingus, on June 6, 1949. He was a very hard and loyal worker, he worked at Active Products...
Evon Bragg
Aug 11, 2025
Evon Bragg, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025 at Wyndmoor where she resided. She was born in Marion, IN on July 8,1946 to the late Evan Bragg Sr. and Catherine (Blankenship) Bragg.
She retired from Foster Forbes 1994-1995. Evon also worked at American Woodmark for 5 years.
Evon is survived by her daughter,Tina Wallen; son Kyle Wallen; brother Evan...
Connie Oyler
Aug 9, 2025
Connie Jo Oyler, age 72, of Marion, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family. Born on May 27, 1953, in Portland, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Patricia Howell. Connie was a proud graduate of Madison-Grant High School, Class of 1971.Connie served as an Educational Assistant at Marion Community Schools,...
Shawn Donovan
Aug 8, 2025
Shawn M. Donovan, 47, of Fairmount, entered eternity on Friday, August8, 2025, at IU Ball Memorial surrounded by his family after a brief illness.Shawn was born on October 27, 1977 in Marion, Indiana, son of Herb andLory (Strasser) Collier. He attended Madison-Grant High School. Hemarried Abigail M. Meyers on July 21, 2001 at Lighthouse Assembly.Shawn was a fork lift driver...
Andrew "Andy" Seavers
Aug 4, 2025
Andrew "Andy" Seavers, 53, passed away suddenly August 4, 2025 at his home in Upland, Indiana. He was a father, grandfather, brother, veteran and friend to all.
Andrew was born December 12,1971 to Charles William "Bill" and Daisy "June" Seavers in Portland, IN. He graduated from Eastbrook High school in 1990. He joined the military right after graduation. He is...
Cleta Vogel
Aug 2, 2025
Cleta Jane Vogel, 92, of Marion (Sweetser), Indiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at her home at Suite Living Senior Living, Marion.
Cleta was born on February 3, 1933, in St. Marys, Ohio, to the late William G. and Laura C. (Slemmons) Holtzapple. She graduated from Memorial High School in St. Marys with the Class of 1950. On April...
Randy Webster
Jul 31, 2025
Randy J. Webster, 65, of Fairmount, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 31, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Randy's life centered around his family and the relationships he built in his community.
Born on May 20, 1960, in Anderson, Indiana, he was the son of the late John and Doris...
Samuel Fowler
Jul 28, 2025
Samuel R. "Sam" Fowler, 35, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, in Indianapolis. Sam was born in Pune, Maharashtra, India, on July 23, 1990. On November 3, 1991, he was adopted by Steve and Julie (Secrest) Fowler.
Sam graduated from Oak Hill High School, Class of 2009, and attended IWU, Word of Life Bible Institute, and the Indiana Law...
Wilma Mason
Jul 28, 2025
Wilma Gayle Mason, 101, formerly of Fairmount, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, at Cedar Creek in Marion, where she had resided for several years.
Wilma was born on October 29, 1923, in Fairmount, the daughter of the late William R. Hoppes and Mary (Mittank) Hoppes. She graduated from Fairmount High School, Class of 1941. On Easter Sunday, April...
William "Bill" Keys
Jul 26, 2025
William “Bill” Keys was born in Putnam County, Indiana to J. Evarts and Elsie (Chappell) Keys on September 6, 1931. He passed away on July 26, 2025 at Whitlock Place in Crawfordsville.
Bill grew up in the Waveland area and was a 1949 graduate of Waveland High School. After graduation, he served in the US Army and later made his way...
Kruze Ricks
Jul 25, 2025
Kruze Ricks, the beloved Maltese of Robb and Jeryl Ricks of Fairmount, passed away after 18 wonderful years of bringing joy, snuggles, and unconditional love to his family.
Kruze came into Jeryl’s life at a pivotal time—on the very day all four of her children left home to begin their own lives. From that moment on, he became her faithful companion,...
Lyle French
Jul 25, 2025
Lyle W. French passed away July 25, 2025. He was born on April 29, 1948 in Bremerton, Washington.
Lyle served our country as a U.S. Marine in Vietnam from June of 1966 to February of 1970 .
He is survived by his best friend,Patty Sikora of Fort Wayne, Indiana; children, Nicole Worthman of Yukon, Oklahoma and Aaron French of Tuttle,...
Baleeve Gregory
Jul 24, 2025
Baleeve Myree Gregory, a bright light whose laughter could light up any room, passed away at her home in Marion, Indiana, on July 24, 2025, at the age of 26. Born on June 16, 1999, to Michael and the late Michelle (Vaughn) Gregory, she was a devoted mother and cherished friendBaleeve was a graduate of Marion High School, class of...
Nelda "Kay" Geimer
Jul 23, 2025
Nelda "Kay" Geimer, 86, of Marion, and formerly of Fairmount, died Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at AMG Specialty Hospital in Muncie.
Kay was born in Fairmount, Indiana on November 21, 1938, daughter of the late Joseph E. and Freda Annabelle (Wilson) Payne. Kay graduated from Fairmount High School in 1956 and attended Marion Business College. She married the love of...
Robin Clark
Jul 23, 2025
"Rob" Robin L. Clark, 73, of Fairmount left this world for his eternal home on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital.
Rob was born in Pratt, Kansas on June 25, 1952, son of Clifton D. and Betty Jo (Hiler) Clark. He attended Haviland High School, graduating in 1970. Rob enrolled in Friends Bible College working towards his degree...
Edward McIlwain
Jul 22, 2025
Edward A.. "Ed" McIlwain, 70, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at his Gas City residence. Ed was born in Marion, on August 11, 1954, to the late John H. and Florence H. "Helen" (Jarvis) McIlwain. He graduated from Marion High School, class of 1972, and then graduated from Franklin College in 1976 with a degree in sociology. Ed...
Arvie Cooley
Jul 22, 2025
Arvie Lee Cooley, 90, of Fairmount, Indiana died on July 22, 2025 at Colonial Oaks Health Care in Marion.
Arvie was born on September 6, 1934 in Flat Rock, Arkansas, son of the late William "Willie" and Nellie (Thompson) Cooley. Arvie had several jobs over the years including truck driving for Crystal Laundry, Foster Forbes and worked in maintenance at...
Franklin Persinger
Jul 22, 2025
What makes a good man? A hard worker. Someone who stands for their beliefs and knows everyone is entitled to their opinion. Someone who loves God and showed that, working his garden, tending his yard, quiet evenings watching the sky change colors, occasional walks in the rain, watching a western, and listening to southern quartet gospel music. That was Frank.
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Stephen Cox
Jul 20, 2025
Stephen Alan "Stevie" Cox, 29, of Indianapolis, IN (formerly of Fairmount, IN), passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
Stephen was the life of every room he entered-joyful, caring, and endlessly forgiving. His heart was as big as his smile, always ready to uplift others. A proud graduate of Madison-Grant High School, he was deeply involved...
