Local Obituaries for Families in Fairmount, IN, Marion, IN, Upland, IN, and Gas City, IN.
Ronald Davis
Jun 12, 2025
Ronald E. "Ron" Davis, 75 of Fairmount, died Thursday, June 12, 2025 at home surrounded by his family.
Ron was born in Marion, Indiana on October 7, 1949, son of the late John Albert and Rebecca (Garner) Davis. He attended Fairmount Schools and married Teresa J. Gray on February 9, 1982. She preceded him in death on June 5, 2009.After...
Janet "Susie" Gavin
Jun 10, 2025
Janet Marie "Susie" Williams Gavin, 92, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Marion General Health Hospital. She was born in Swayzee, Indiana, on June 11, 1932, to Clyde and Cecile Loer Williams.
Susie graduated from Swayzee High School in 1950. She was a proud drum majorette in the marching band, cheerleader and basketball queen.
After graduating, Susie worked...
Carolyn Fox
Jun 10, 2025
Carolyn Louise Fox, 74, of Fairmount, Indiana, passed away peacefully at Marion Health on June 10, 2025. Born on September 25, 1950, in Knoxville, Tennessee, she was the daughter of Rufus Fox and Effie Murdock. Carolyn was a proud graduate of Knoxville West High School, class of 1968, and later earned an Associate's Degree, leading her to a fulfilling career...
Winona Farr
Jun 8, 2025
Winona A. Farr, of rural Jonesboro, went to be with Jesus on Sunday, June 8, 2025, one day after her 68th birthday following a hard-fought cancer battle.
Winona was born on June 7, 1957, in Hartford City, Indiana, daughter of the late John Custer and Ruth Ann (Hoover) Custer. She graduated from Madison Grant High School in 1975 and attended Indiana...
James Little
Jun 6, 2025
James A. Little, born on June 10, 1989, in Marion, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2025, in Fairmount, Indiana. He was 35 years old. James is survived by his loving parents, James P. and Kimberly (McBroom) Little, Fairmount; his devoted sister, Toni Little, Fairmount; his treasured nephew, Haidyn Little; and lifelong friends, Jordan and Cory. He shared a...
Maria Withrow
Jun 5, 2025
Maria Josephine Withrow, 72, of Marion, Indiana, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 5, 2025.
She was born on March 8, 1953, in Marion to the late William and Virginia (Ray) Zowd. Maria dedicated her life to caring for others, working as a Nurse's Aide for 53 years. She retired in 2018 after 16 years...
John Dearth
Jun 3, 2025
John A. Dearth, 75, of Upland, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born May 17, 1950, in Huntington County to the late Maurice G. and Leatha Leona (McMillen) Dearth, John graduated from Huntington North High School in 1968 and attended North Manchester College. He retired from General Motors Marion...
Jill Shelton
Jun 3, 2025
Jill E. (Marley) Shelton, 81, of Fowlerton, died, Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at Marion Health.
Jill was born on July 26, 1943 in Marion, IN daughter of the late Elmer E. and Edith J. (Garner) Marley. Jill attended Fairmount High School. She married Lewis B. Shelton on September 17, 1960. He preceded her in death after 62 years of...
Patricia Robinson
Jun 2, 2025
Patricia A. Robinson, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away at her home in Fairmount, Indiana, on June 2, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on November 20, 1939, in Hartford City, Indiana, to the late Edward and Ruth Comer, Patricia lived a vibrant and fulfilling life, marked by her warmth, generosity, and spirit of adventure.
Patricia...
Lewis Richards
May 27, 2025
Lewis D. Richards, 98, of Fairmount, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on March 31, 1927, in Fowlerton, Indiana to the late Daniel and Stella (Payne) Richards.
On October 16, 1949, Lewis married the love of his life, Lois D. Walker. Together, they built a life centered on faith,...
Glenda Hartley
May 25, 2025
Glenda Rae Aldrich Hartley of Marion who was born in Indianapolis on May 20, 1939, to the late Bernice and Charles Aldrich passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025.
Glenda was a graduate of Howe High School, Class of 1957. She married the love of her life and they spent 42 years together.
She was a member...
Walter "Doug" Howard
May 24, 2025
Walter "Doug" Howard, 78 years old, of Upland, passed away at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
Doug is survived by his wife of 57 years, Ruth; son, Mark (Cassie) Howard; grandchildren, Jimmy (Jennifer) Moore, Caden Howard, J.J. Faulkner; Jenna (Jason) Swain; great-grandchildren, Ivy, Heavyn, Brinleigh, and Bodie; brother, Tom Howard; and many nieces, nephews, and...
Mary Orem
May 23, 2025
Mary Ellen Baker Orem passed away surrounded by family May 23rd 2025, closing the final chapter of a life defined by determination, intellect, and a deep commitment to purpose. Born in 1937 to Arthur and Crystal Baker in Fairmount, Indiana, Mary Ellen came of age in an era shaped by tradition and social expectations-many of which she met with quiet...
Lynn Seward
May 22, 2025
Lynn Carol Seward, 81, of Marion, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Lynn was born on July 6, 1943, in Marion, Indiana, to the late Lawson and Wilma (Storey) Rankin. On November 24, 1964, she married Robert Seward, her husband of 60 years, who survives.
Lynn was a graduate of...
Marilyn Porter
May 22, 2025
Marilyn Joyce Porter, 82, of Upland died May 22, 2025 at the University Nursing Center in Upland where she had been a resident since earlier this year following a fall at her home. She was born on August 15, 1942, in Hartford City to Clarence and Doris Porter. Marilyn was joined later by a sister, Mary Alice, and a brother...
Robert Himes
May 20, 2025
Robert Jeffery "Jeff" Himes passed away on May 20, 2025 with his wife by his side. He was born in Anderson, IN, on September 21, 1961, to Robert W. Himes and the late Carla J Himes. He married Rhonda Brewer on September 29, 2003.
Jeff was blessed with a wonderful childhood. He worked with his family on their family farm and...
Phillip Wood
May 17, 2025
Phillip W. "Skip" Wood, 81, of Fairmount, Indiana, passed away on May 17, 2025, at Stillwater Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Born on August 18, 1943, in Anderson, Indiana, Skip lived a life marked by dedication, warmth, and a spirit of service.
A cherished husband, Skip married Patricia Jones on September 9, 1962, and together they created a loving...
LaRea Slater
May 8, 2025
LaRea Lawvere Slater, 78, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her beloved family, on May 8, 2025. Born on March 24, 1947, to Francis W. Lawvere and Delight (Moorman) Lawvere, LaRea lived a life filled with purpose, creativity, and love.
Affectionately known as "Carol Burnett" during her senior year at Jefferson High School, LaRea graduated in 1965, earning the...
Harry Julian
May 6, 2025
Harry E. Julian Jr., 74, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 11:55 p.m., at his Fairmount residence, after an extended illness, surrounded by family. He was born in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, son of the late Harry and Marjorie (Wilson) Julian. Harry was a factory worker at Fisher Body in Marion for years but was disabled due to an auto...
Howard Mundt
May 5, 2025
Howard L. Mundt 94, went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 5,2025, in Marion. Howard was born on January 2, 1931, in Fort Wayne, to the late Martin L. Mundt and May M. (Kirkup) Mundt. He graduated from Leo High School, class of 1949. After graduating, Howard worked at Retail Credit Company, in Marion. He later went on...
