Local Obituaries for Families in Fairmount, IN, Marion, IN, Upland, IN, and Gas City, IN.
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...
Carrie Moon
Jul 20, 2025
Carrie (Allen) Moon, a beloved mother, grandmother, and devoted caregiver, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on March 14, 1956, to the late John Allen and Selita Lowe, Carrie was raised in a nurturing environment by her four loving parents-John and Becky Allen, and Selita and Alfred Lowe. Her deep compassion and love...
Karen Bellinger
Jul 19, 2025
Karen Lee Bellinger, age 76, of Marion, passed away at her home on July 19,2025. She was born on August 14, 1948, to Carmon Francis (Williams) Hough.
Karen was a hard worker and loved to try new things. She was a crafter, she enjoyed diamond art, bead art and crocheting. Karen loved life, she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren...
Brigitte Wallace
Jul 17, 2025
Brigitte A. WallaceMarch 18, 1960 - July 17, 2025
Brigitte A. Wallace, 65, of Marion (Upland), Indiana, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at AMG Specialty Hospital in Muncie.
Brigitte was born on March 18, 1960, in Hartford City, Indiana, to the late Robert and Barbara (Maddox) Winans. She graduated from Madison-Grant High School in 1978. Brigitte retired from...
Wade Stath
Jul 13, 2025
On Sunday, July 13th, 2025, Wade Ivan Stath, loving husband and father of two, passed away at the age of 94 into the arms of Jesus in his home. An active member of his community, Wade sold insurance and was a regular at Ivanhoe's for the last 50 years. Wade could always be counted on to provide a joke for...
Robert Herring
Jul 13, 2025
Robert E. Herring, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025, at Colonial Oaks Health and Rehab in Marion, Indiana, at the age of 96. Born on May 13, 1929, he was the cherished son of the late Homer and Ruth Herring. Robert spent a lifetime in Monroe Township, where he cultivated a deep love...
Roger Culley
Jul 12, 2025
Roger A. Culley, age 50, of Marion, passed away at his home on July 12, 2025. He was born on November 12, 1974, to Brian Culley and Laura Campbell (Wallace).
Roger was a skilled, self-employed carpenter who took great pride in his work. Throughout his life, he attended Bethel Worship Center on and off. In his free time, Roger loved...
Sammy "Sam" Maggard
Jul 12, 2025
Sammy O. "Sam" Maggard, 84, of Fairmount, Indiana, passed away on July 12, 2025, at Marion Health.
Born August 7, 1940, in Harlan, Kentucky, Sam was the son of the late William and Sarah (Stidem) Maggard. On November 8, 1958, he married Mary A. Hammitt, who survives.
Sam dedicated his career to auto body repair, working for Little Auto Body...
Cameron Weaver
Jul 11, 2025
Cameron Weaver, age 34, passed away on July 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and unforgettable memories. Born on April 23, 1991, to Barry Johnson and the late Shellie L. Weaver, Cameron brought light into every room he entered. Though his time here was far too short, his presence left an imprint on every soul lucky enough...
Robert "Bob" Conelley
Jul 11, 2025
Robert Ralph "Bob" Conelley, age 83, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on July 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 19, 1942, in Marion, Indiana, Bob was the cherished son of Norman and Mary Conelley, who preceded him in death.
Bob dedicated over 25 years of his life to the ministry as a...
Richard "Dick" Nichols
Jul 8, 2025
Richard "Dick" Gerald Nichols, 89, passed away at Miller's Merry Manor on July 8, 2025. Dick was born on December 24, 1935, in Mendon, Ohio to Gerald "Jerry" and Miriam (Zeigler) Nichols, both of whom preceded him in death. He graduated from Mendon High School in 1954 and then attended Indiana Tech for two years. On August 20, 1960, he...
G. Vardaman
Jul 5, 2025
George "Jerry" Vardaman, 88, of Marion, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Wesleyan Healthcare Center.
Born on April 9, 1937, in Marion to the late George and Marcella (Boone) Vardaman, Jerry graduated from Marion High School in 1957. He worked as a mold maker at Foster Forbes for over 42 years, retiring in 2000, and later delivered...
Elaine Click
Jul 4, 2025
Elaine Click, 79, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025, at Wesleyan Health and Rehabilitation in Marion. She was born on February 24, 1946, to the late Joseph and Margaret Gregg.
Arrangements for Elaine have been entrusted to the College Park Chapel of Armes-Hunt Life Celebration Funeral Home and Cremation Services. In accordance with her wishes, cremation will take place....
Rodney Frazier
Jul 3, 2025
Rodney L. Frazier, life-long resident of Marion, IN, died peacefully in his home on 7/3/2025 at the age of 68.
Rodney was born in Marion on December 2, 1956 to Paul and Violet Frazier. He graduated from Mississinewa High School in 1975. He joined the Sheet Metal Worker's Local 20 in 1978 and retired in 2011 after 33 years.
In...
Patricia Zirkle
Jul 2, 2025
Patricia "Mamaw" Louminta (Wise) Zirkle
October 25, 1939 - July 2, 2025
Patricia "Mamaw" Louminta (Wise) Zirkle, 85, of Marion, Indiana, passed away peacefully at
home on July 2, 2025, surrounded by family.
Born on October 25, 1939, to Opal and James Wise, Patricia grew up in Marion and never called
anywhere else home. She married the love of her...
Helen "Janie" Kesler
Jul 1, 2025
Helen Jane "Janie" Kesler 89, of Upland, Indiana, died on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. She entered this world on May 27, 1936 in South Bend, Indiana, born to Joseph and Kathryn (Goss) Smith. She graduated from Mishawaka High School and attended Taylor University. Janie married Jay Kesler on June 7, 1957, he survives. In addition to her loving husband of...
