Wade Weaver Marilyn Jane Karns, born April 4, 1936, to Herman and Mildred Rumpf, is now in the arms of Jesus. She spent her childhood growing up in Peru, Indiana, before moving to Wabash, where she graduated from Wabash High School. On Easter Sunday, April 10, 1955, Marilyn married the love of her life, Lowell Dean Karns. … Read more
Lowell Volmer, 87, of Marion, passed away peacefully at 7:53 am on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in his home. He was born on January 24, 1938, in Murdo, South Dakota, to Louis and Kathryn (Groff) Volmer. On January 17, 1959, Lowell married Joyce Gerard, his partner and greatest support of 66 years. He graduated from … Read more
James Robert Brewer, 66, of Marion, Indiana, passed away in his home at 7:28 p.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. He was born in Kokomo on September 26, 1958, to Jesse and Maxine (Bell) Brewer. James attended Marion High School and received his GED from Ivy Tech. He worked for many years as a general … Read more
Sabrina Dawn Stewart, 37, passed away at 10:56 p.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Marion Health. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on January 5, 1988, to Michael L. Nielander, Jr., and Mary (Beam) Nielander. Sabrina successfully earned her GED and later served as an attendant with Marathon. She found joy in raising her … Read more
Randy Dale Lee, 74, of Fairmount, Indiana, passed away on August 23, 2025. He was born on August 20, 1951, in Scottsville, Kentucky, to Garnett B. Lee and Eva Inez Scott. Randy lived a life characterized by service, dedication, and love for his family. He served his country as a SP4 in the United States … Read more
Veta Joy Holle, a beloved member of her Laketon community, passed away on August 21, 2025, at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 29, 1932, to Archie M. and Mary E. (Hackworth) Caudill, in Riceville, Johnson County, Kentucky, Veta lived a life marked by love, faith, … Read more
WABASH COUNTY, IN- Crossroads Bank is proud to announce that Trey Weber has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Leasing Officer. Over the past 18 to 24 months, Trey has been instrumental in expanding the bank’s leasing portfolio, consistently demonstrating dedication, leadership, and teamwork. His contributions have driven significant growth and positioned Crossroads Bank for … Read more
WABASH, IN- The Wabash Police Department is proud to congratulate Officers Mark Dixon, K154 and Payton Ensor K155 on their graduation from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) on Friday, August 22, 2025. After completing 16 weeks of rigorous basic academy training, both officers have demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment to public service. Officers Dixon … Read more
Benny Lucas, 82, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 1:13 a.m. on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born to Robert and Nellie (Howington) Lucas on December 9, 1942, in Dungannon, Virginia. Benny worked construction for many years and also worked for Gaunt and Son in … Read more
Judith “Judy” Kay Fields, born on November 6, 1948, in Lebanon, Indiana, to Wayne Eugene and Dawn Noreen (Klein) Wright, passed away on August 22, 2025, at The Waters of Wabash West in Wabash, Indiana. Judy’s life was a testament to her unwavering faith, vibrant spirit, and generous heart. A proud graduate of Hobart High … Read more