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Edward ‘Ed’ A. Dillard

Edward ‘Ed’ A. Dillard, 79, a resident of Wabash, Indiana, passed away at 6:15 a.m., Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at his residence. He was born on September 5, 1946, to Bernard and Alice (Ringald) Dillard in Plymouth, Indiana.  Ed married Sharon Bruning on September 18, 2003. Ed served as a supervisor for convenience stores through … Read more

Susanna Stewart

Susanna Stewart, 77, of Peru passed away at her residence on Monday, October 13, 2025. She was born in Denver, Indiana to the late James Frank and Evelyn (Sutton) Townsend. Susanna enjoyed crocheting and playing bingo. She is survived by her children; Bobby Depoy Jr., and Jesse Depoy, both of Peru, grandchildren; Shaina Legg, Steven … Read more

Caroline Jane Lenker

Caroline Jane Lenker, 97, of Wabash, Indiana, went to be with her Lord and Savior at 5:54 am, Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. She was born on July 31, 1928, in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, to Earl and Mildred (Nearhoof) Houck. Caroline married Rev. Lee Lenker in Pleasant Gap, Pennsylvania on January 19, 1946; … Read more

Carol Noel Sanchez

After a courageous battle with cancer, Carol Noel Sanchez, age 63, of Marion, passed away at 9:20 am on Sunday, October 12, 2025, in her home. Born in Marion, Indiana, on Monday, December 25, 1961, she was the beloved daughter of Ralph and Darlene (Barringer) Hunter.  She was married to her loving husband, Jaime Sanchez, … Read more

Salvator “Sam” Mangia

Salvator “Sam” Mangia, age 101, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully at 9:47 pm on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Born on December 20, 1923, in Columbus, Ohio, he was the son of Onofrio and Francesca “Frances” (Martorana) Mangia. Sam was a proud graduate of St. Paul Catholic High School and an active member of St. Paul … Read more

John Robert Snyder

John Robert Snyder, 79, Noblesville, passed away at 6:45 pm on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis. He was born in Union City, Indiana, on Thursday, April 18, 1946, to John and Helen (Roberson) Snyder. On October 3, 1970, he married Sandra Shore, who survives. John was a graduate of … Read more

Brian “Astro” Keith Kanedy, O.G.

Brian “Astro” Keith Kanedy, O.G., 64, Gas City, passed away at 4:35 am on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Wednesday, May 24, 1961, to Chester Jones and Nova Mae (Reel) Kingery.  He married the love of his life, Sharyl Kanedy, who survives.   … Read more

Della K. Wampner

Della K. Wampner, 75, Peru, passed away at 4:05 pm on Thursday, October 9, 2025. She was born in Elwood, Indiana, on Saturday, November 19, 1949, to Charles and Wilma (Emery) Runyan.  On July 3, 1978, she married Ronald L. Wampner, and he preceded her.   Della attended Tucker Career Center. She and her husband … Read more

Multi-agency investigation leads to felony arrests

PERU, IN- Earlier today, October 15, 2025, members of the Indiana State Police Peru Post, Indiana State Police Indianapolis Post, Kokomo Police Department, Battle Ground Police Department, Howard County Sheriff’s Office, and the Department of Homeland Security executed multiple search and arrest warrants. These coordinated efforts resulted in the arrest of three individuals on felony … Read more

City of Wabash, School Resource Officers, and the Community Foundation of Wabash County partner to launch Public Safety in Schools Fund

WABASH, IN — The City of Wabash, the Community Foundation of Wabash County, and School Resource Officers (SROs) are proud to announce the creation of the Public Safety inSchools Fund, a collaborative effort designed to strengthen school safety, student well-being, andcommunity partnerships. “This partnership represents our shared commitment to the safety and success ofevery student … Read more