Wade Weaver Frances Arlene Brown, 90, of North Manchester, Indiana, died at 10:12 am, Thursday, February 19, 2026, at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester. She was born on September 12, 1935, in Vicksburg, Michigan, to Harry and Grace Arlene (Mathis) Springer. Frances first married Ralph France, and her second marriage was to Eugene Brown. She was … Read more
MARION, IN – On Saturday, February 21, 2026, a fire was reported at approximately 6:30 a.m. on the Marion VA Medical Center campus in engineering buildings 51, 52, 53. Local Marion Fire Departments responded to the fire and contained it. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Local fire investigators are on the scene. There … Read more
Lawrence R. Schmidt, 80, Marion, passed away at 12:57 am on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at VA Northern Indiana Health Care System. He was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on Sunday, February 3, 1946, to Loraine and Geraldine (Ritzer) Schmidt. On December 29, 1967, he married the love of his life, Yong Cha Chun, in Korea, … Read more
Clara May Chism, 85, of Swayzee, passed away at 9:00 am on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Timbercrest Senior Living in North Manchester. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on June 10, 1940, to John and Pauline (Woody) Ladd. Clara graduated from Swayzee High School and later owned and operated Chism’s Corner Restaurant for many … Read more
Ronald “Ronzo” Mullen, 65, of Marion passed away February 17, 2026, after a brief, but courageous battle with cancer. Ron was born October 30, 1960, to the late Richard Mullen and Elizabeth (Johnson) Shelton. In his youth he enjoyed helping on the farm, traveling with family, working on his car, and riding dirtbikes with his … Read more
Jane Ann Boxell, 88, of Marion, went to be with the Lord at 11:44 am on Monday, February 16, 2026, at Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Sunday, August 22, 1937, to Floyd and Wilma (Stephens) Sharon. On February 18, 1961, she married William “Bill” Boxell, and they were … Read more
Sybil Law, age 89, of Converse, Indiana, was surrounded by her loving husband and sons when she went to be with the Lord on February 15, 2026. Sybil Law was born on January 14, 1937, in Marion, Indiana, to Lardner and Lovey Ruth (Fenstermaker) Crooks. She grew up in a warm, faith-filled home above her … Read more
Lance Tracey Dalton, 60, of Jonesboro, passed away at 4:24 p.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2026, in Jonesboro. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Friday, September 24, 1965, to Delno and Marilyn (Lahr) Dalton Sr. Lance graduated from Marion High School. After graduation, he proudly served his country in the United States Army. Known … Read more
Aimee E. Carter, born on December 31, 1972, in Marion, Indiana, departed this world on February 18, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter that will echo in the hearts of all who knew her. Aimee was not just a property and home health aide with Res Care and Home Helpers; she was … Read more
Richard Parks, a beloved member of the Gas City community, passed away on February 15, 2026, at the age of 76. Born on June 8, 1949, in Gas City, Indiana, Richard dedicated his life to his family and enjoyed a variety of interests, particularly fishing, which brought him much joy. He is survived by his … Read more