Local Obituaries for Families in Fairmount, IN, Marion, IN, Upland, IN, and Gas City, IN.
Connie Stewart
Aug 26, 2025
Connie R. Stewart, 77, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Connie was born on July 3, 1948, in Marion, to the late Walter and Norine (Moore) Davis. Connie graduated from Mississinewa High School in 1966 and spent many fulfilling years as a manager at Village Pantry and Circle K in Marion and Upland.
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George "Butch" Porter
Aug 25, 2025
George "Butch" Porter, 81 of Wingate, North Carolina, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, surrounded by his wife and children.
George was the son of the late Ralph Henry and Alice Rebecca Porter of Upland, where he grew up.
He graduated from Jefferson High School and worked in the glass container industry for...
Patricia Williams
Aug 24, 2025
Patricia L. Williams, 94, of Marion, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at her home.
Pat was born on August 30, 1930, in Summitville, Indiana, to the late Joseph Webster and Sarah (Forest) Webster. She graduated from Fairmount High School with the class of 1948. On July 5, 1952 she married William H. Williams. He preceded her in...
Joyce Kimes
Aug 22, 2025
Joyce DeLee (Stitt) Kimes, 91, was called to her heavenly home on Friday, August 22, 2025. She was born on April 28, 1934, in Fairmount, Indiana, to the late Altus and Thelma (Retz) Stitt.
Joyce graduated from Fairmount High School in 1952 and, that same year, married her high school sweetheart and the love of her life, Charles Leonard Kimes,...
Florence Craw
Aug 18, 2025
Florence E. Craw, 97, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana. Florence was born in Muncie, Indiana on January 13, 1928, daughter of the late Lynn K. Hall and Esther Wright Hall Jackson, and was raised by her grandparents, Wilber Lynn and Lizzie Wright. Florence graduated from Gaston High School in 1946 and attended Marion...
Kailyn Howard
Aug 17, 2025
Kailyn Celesta Howard, 14, met Jesus on Sunday, August 17, 2025. Her time with us was short, but the impact she made will be long-lasting.
Kailyn was born October 29, 2010 to Stephanie (Mitchener) Howard (Fort Wayne) and Andrew Howard (Huntertown).
Kailyn was a freshman at Carroll High School and a proud member of the Charger Pride Marching Band. Kailyn played the...
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...
Preston Jett
Aug 5, 2025
Preston Lee Michael Jett, 20, of Marion, Indiana, passed away on August 5, 2025, in a horrible motor vehicle accident in Anderson, Indiana.
Preston was born on July 15, 2005, to Deanna Hope Jett and Michael James Jett. Preston enjoyed playing basketball in school and out of school with his close friends and family. He loved track and cross country,...
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,...
