Local Obituaries for Families in Fairmount, IN, Marion, IN, Upland, IN, and Gas City, IN.
G. Williams
Dec 27, 2024
On December 27, 2024, Geneva Yetive (Hummer) Williams, at the age of 102, went home to be with the Lord after more than three years battling Dementia . Yetive was born on September 28, 1922 in Jay County, Indiana on a farm near Pennville to her parents, Eulia Naomi (Winget) Hummer and Edgar A. Hummer and passed away while living...
Charles Marks, Jr.
Dec 25, 2024
Charles E. Marks Jr., 75, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, in Gas City. Charles was born on April 9, 1949, in Marion, to the late Charles Sr and Ruth (Donaldson) Marks. He graduated from Marion High School, and retired from Foster Forbes. Charles married Jerri J. (Baker) Marks, she preceded him in death on August 2, 2022.
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Mary Davis
Dec 25, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mary M. Davis, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who departed this life on December 25, 2024, at the age of 90. Born on December 12, 1934, Mary lived a life filled with love, dedication, and a deep connection to her community in Matthews, Indiana.
Mary proudly...
Roberta Jeffrey
Dec 24, 2024
Roberta "Betty" L. Jeffrey born June 19, 1925, to the late Webster and Madge (Ruley) Cox in Jonesboro, Indiana, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024. She grew up on the Cox Family Farm in Jonesboro where she remained a lifelong resident and proudly lived her entire life right there on the same ground where she was born. She leaves...
Pauline Blackburn
Dec 23, 2024
Pauline M. Blackburn, 83, of Fairmount, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 23, 2024, at her residence.
Born on March 2, 1941, in Radley, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late James E. Jr. and Frances E. (Poe) Ancil. Pauline dedicated much of her life to nurturing others, working in the cafeteria at Madison-Grant School Corporation and...
Robert Breedlove
Dec 23, 2024
Robert M. Breedlove Sr., a beloved husband, father, and community member, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on October 13, 1936, in Marion, Indiana, Robert dedicated his life to family, business, and community service, leaving behind a legacy of love and determination.
A proud graduate of Marion High School, Robert continued his...
Tucker Jean Davis
Dec 21, 2024
Tucker Jean Davis crossed the rainbow bridge on Saturday, December 21, 2024, to be with his fur-sister Paislee, who passed in 2022. Tucker lived for ice cubes! His favorite season was winter, when it snowed, he would dive face-first into any and all snow piles he could find. Tucker's favorite toys were his teddy bear, his ball, and his turtle...
Bryan Southerland
Dec 20, 2024
Bryan "Davie" David Southerland II, 42, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, in Marion. Davie was born on March 16, 1982, in Marion, to Bryan "Dave" D. and Elizabeth "Beth" A. Southerland. He graduated from Marion High School Class of 2000. Davie worked at KN Industries, LLC, doing electrical maintenance.
Davie was a smart and thoughtful person....
Leonard "Dale" Scheidt
Dec 18, 2024
Leonard Dale Scheidt, age 83, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Blackford County due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
A longtime resident of Upland, Indiana, Dale lived in the same home for over 60 years. Though small, he adeptly expanded his house as needs arose. Music was a significant part of his life; he played...
Jenifer Roberts-Smith
Dec 16, 2024
Jenifer Roberts-Smith, passed away on December 16, 2024, at the age of 51. Jenifer was born on October 12, 1973, in Marion, Indiana, to Edward and Caroyln Roberts. Growing up in Marion, she made countless memories and friendships that she cherished throughout her life.
Jenifer graduated from Marion High School and went on to become...
Helen VanPatten
Dec 15, 2024
Helen Diana (Lee) Van Patten, born on May 30, 1952, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2024, at Stillwater Hospice Care in Fort Wayne.
Helen graduated from Northside High School in 1970 and married the love of her life, Paul Richard Van Patten Sr., on April 24, 1971. Together, they built a family filled with love and...
John McGraw
Dec 15, 2024
John "Alan" A. McGraw, 69, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at Marion Health. Alan was born on July 20, 1955, in Marion, to the late John M. and Marilyn (Seeley) McGraw. He graduated from Madison Grant, Class of 1973. Alan was a contractor and owner of McGraw's Construction.
Alan enjoyed spending time with his family, playing...
Linda "Sue" Payne
Dec 15, 2024
Linda "Sue" Payne, 81, of Fairmount died Sunday, December 15, 2024 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital.
Sue was born in Fairmount, Indiana on January 3, 1943 to Joseph E. and Freda Annabelle (Wilson) Payne. Sue graduated from Fairmount High School in 1960 where she was a cheerleader and a baton twirler. She loved being part of the Fairmount High...
Patricia Keene
Dec 9, 2024
Patricia L. Keene, 77, of Marion, Indiana, passed away on December 9, 2024, at Marion Health. She was born on September 21, 1947, in Marion, Indiana, to Wesley and Thelma (Martin) Apple.
Patricia was a proud graduate of Mississinewa High School, Class of 1966. After completing her education, she moved on to a fulfilling career, retiring from Sharp Manufacturing in...
Jazayah Alaya Ranae Garcia
Dec 2, 2024
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our precious baby, Jazayah Alaya Ranae Garcia, born December 2, 2024, into the arms of Jesus. Although our time together was brief, Jazayah brought love and light into our lives. We will cherish her memory forever.
"I am with you, always." Matthew 28:20
Jazayah is survived by her parents, Jazmyne Lavengood and Iseah Garcia;...
Gayle Behm
Dec 2, 2024
Gayle Ann Behm, born on June 14, 1954, in Elwood, Indiana, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2024, at the age of 70. She was a devoted daughter, sister, and a respected professional in the field of accounting, working for E & B Paving in the asphalt industry.
Gayle was a proud graduate of Madison-Grant High School Class of...
David Carper
Nov 30, 2024
David M. Carper, 77, passed away on November 30, 2024, at Colonial Oaks Rehabilitation Center in Marion, Indiana. Born on December 30, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, he was the son of Dale and Catherine "Kitty" (Roth) Carper.
David graduated from Fairmount High School in 1965 and began his career working for his uncle, Charles Roth, at the Standard...
Kenneth "Ken" Dickensheets
Nov 29, 2024
Kenneth L. Dickensheets 90 passed away Friday November 29, 2024 at Marion Health, Marion, Indiana.
Kenneth was born at home in North Marion November 22, 1934 to the late Floyd W. and Mildred L. Dickensheets. He married his wife of 61 years Janet R. Thompson, November 1, 1958. She preceded him in death March 15, 2019. A graduate of Sweetser High...
John "Jack" Skinner
Nov 25, 2024
John "Jack" Skinner, a loving husband, father, pa and pop pop peacefully passed away at the VA hospital in Ft. Wayne on November 25, 2024, at the age of 92. Born on November 27, 1931, in La Fontaine, Indiana, Jack was the son of the late Clarence Skinner and Gladys (Oden) Skinner. He grew up in La Fontaine and...
Todd McClellan
Nov 12, 2024
Todd McClellan, a loving husband and father, passed away on November 12, 2024 at the age of 55, at Marion Health East. Todd was born September 4, 1969 in Delaware County, and throughout his life touched many people. He was a graduate of Eastbrook High School in 1988, He then furthered his education and went to trade school at Stevens...
