Local Obituaries for Families in Fairmount, IN, Marion, IN, Upland, IN, and Gas City, IN.

Feb 16, 2024

Mattie Lue Blevins-Barker, a cherished soul who touched the lives of many, peacefully passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 81. She was born on November 28, 1942, in Haleyville, Alabama, to her late parents, Admer and Beuna Hood. After dedicating over two decades of service as the Housekeeping Supervisor...

Feb 3, 2024

Charles J. "Chuck" Himelick, 86 passed away Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Riverview Health in Noblesville, Indiana.  Chuck was born to Ralph and Grace (Newby) Himelick on May 27, 1937 in Upland, Indiana.  He married Nedra Cates on August 11, 1963, and she preceded him in death in 2021.

In 1955, Chuck graduated...

Jan 31, 2024

William (Bill) J. Bunch Jr. passed away on Wednesday January 31st at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, TN after a month long stay in the hospital. Mr. Bunch was born in Marion, IN to the late William (Mack) and Helen Bunch. He was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Patricia (Wihebrink) Bunch on December 18th,...

Jan 30, 2024

Steven J. Justice, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and esteemed member of the Matthews community passed away on January 30, 2024, at the age of 73, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and dedication.

Born to the late Walter and Glenna Justice on October 21, 1950, in Anderson, Indiana, Steve's life was filled...

Jan 27, 2024

Glenn A. Bradley, II, 34, tragically passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024, from injuries sustained in a car accident. Born in Marion, Indiana, on May 7, 1989, Glenn was the beloved son of Glenn Bradley and Tina Boyer.

Glenn was an exceptional individual who made a lasting impact on the lives of those around him. He...

Jan 26, 2024

Donald "Don" Edward Keith, 63, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on January 26, 2024 at Parkview Wabash Hospital after a 12 year battle with health struggles. He was born on July 14, 1960 in Peru, Indiana to Donald Keith and Helen Napp Keith.

He married Jane Wertenberger on...

Jan 26, 2024

Thomas "Tom" E. Davis, 73 died, Friday, January 26, 2023 as his Fowlerton residence.

Tom was born on January 8, 1951, in Marion, Indiana, son of the late John Albert and Rebecca Ione (Garner) Davis. To his mother’s delight he shared a birthday with Elvis. He graduated from Fairmount High School in 1969 and joined...

Jan 23, 2024

Donald Welton, 84 passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Colonial Oaks Health Care. He was born on August 7, 1939, in Marion, Indiana to Harold and Marie (Black) Welton. He graduated from Mississinewa High School in 1957 and then went into the Army where he met Sigrid Johne and they married on June 11, 1961. She survives.

Jan 21, 2024

Gladys L. Jackson, 87 passed away Sunday January 21, 2024 at IU Health in Tipton. She was born on October 11, 1936 in Red Boiling Springs, Tennessee to Marion and Maudie (Dodson) Hood.

Gladys had an outgoing and cheerful demeanor. She brought positivity and energy wherever she went. She valued her family and was actively...

Jan 20, 2024

Joe E. Wiggins, 68, died unexpectedly on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at his Fairmount residence.

Joe was born in Crossville, Tennessee, son of the late Lightning Wiggins and the late Naomi (Kindrick) Boles. Joe had worked at Midwest Food Packers before their closing and more recently at the Palace Bar where he was a bookkeeper...

Jan 20, 2024

Linda S. Riggs, 77, passed away at her Swayzee home, on Saturday, January 20, 2024. Linda was born in Peru, on October 20, 1946, to the late Vern and Patricia (Fuller) Shroyer. She graduated from Fairmount High School in 1964. Linda earned her bachelor's degree from Ball State in 1967, and then earned her master's degree in 1971, both...

Jan 19, 2024

John Halstead Jessup, a beloved husband, father, and farmer, peacefully passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024, at the age of 91. Born on April 3, 1932, in Fairmount, Indiana, John was the son of the late Donald and Elizabeth Jessup.

John's passion for farming was evident throughout his life. After graduating from Fairmount High...

Jan 17, 2024

Marion Catherine Webb, age 91, joined her loved ones in Heaven on January 17, 2024 in Warren, Indiana.

Marion was born September 14, 1932, in Harrison County, MO, the daughter of Virgil Earl and Ruby (Allen) Mathes.

On May 21, 1950, she married Donald Webb, and they were married 73 years...

Jan 15, 2024

Randy Thomas Rubendall, 58, of Fairmount, Indiana, was called home by God in the early morning hours of Monday, January 15th, 2024, in his sleep. On July 30th, 1965, in Lafayette, Indiana, Virginia (Slade) Montague and Ronald Rubendall blessed the world with the birth of Randy. He was the first and only boy of the four children they had....

Jan 12, 2024

Catherine M. Nelson, 81 passed away Friday, January 12, 2024, in her home. Catherine was born in Rothsay, Bute Scotland on January 8, 1943, to James and Ellen (Wallace) Harland. She met Waldo Nelson Jr. while he was stationed in Europe and they married on July 24, 1965.

Catherine was very proud of her Scottish-English...

Jan 3, 2024

Chris R. Marley, 64, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Marion Health. Chris was born on August 2, 1959, to the late Lewis Shelton and Jill Shelton, who survives. He graduated from Madison-Grant High School, class of 1977. After graduation, he went to work for Prysmian Group until his passing. He was a member of IBEW. Chris...

Jan 3, 2024

Mary Lou Luttrell, 83, passed away with her husband by her side on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 in Marion, Indiana. She was born on August 20, 1940 to the late Claude and Ella (Miller) Brinninstool. Mary Lou graduated from Eaton Rapids High School in 1959. After graduating she married Reverend Thomas ‘Tom’ Luttrell on June 11, 1960. They spent...

Jan 2, 2024

Phyllis A. Miller passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at the age of 80 years old. She was born on September 7, 1943 to the late Don and Lucille (Cole) Marshall. Phyllis graduated from Marion High School in 1961. A couple years later, Phyllis married the love of her life James ‘Jim’ A. Miller II on November 23,...

Dec 31, 2023

James E. Watson, 81, passed away at The Waters of Muncie on Sunday, December 31, 2023. Jim was born on January 10, 1942, to the late Paul and Lavon Watson. He graduated from Mississinewa High School, class of 1960. He then enlisted with the United States Navy and served from 1960 to 1964. On January 8, 1965, he married...

Dec 31, 2023

Lynn F. Jones, 89, of Jonesboro died Sunday, December 31, 2023 at Wesleyan Health Care.

Lynn was born in Grant County on September 30, 1934, son of the late Francis Marion Jones and Mildred Thelma (Fisher) Jones. He was a graduate of Mississinewa High School in 1952 and of Marion Business College. Lynn proudly served...