Wade Weaver Thomas E. VanMeter, 90, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 3:55 p.m. on, Sunday, August 3, 2025, at Blair Ridge Health Campus in Peru, Indiana. He was born to Thomas S. and Maggie L. (Qualls) VanMeter on September 16, 1934, in Kiser, Arkansas. Thomas married Georgia R. Norton on September 8, 1956. She passed away … Read more
Edward “Ed” Wayne Howard, 79, of North Manchester, Indiana passed away at 4:37 a.m. Friday, August 8, 2025, at AMG Specialty Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. He was born on June 11, 1946 in Richmond, Virginia. Ed was a 1964 graduate of Manchester High School. He then served his country in the United States Navy. He … Read more
WABASH COUNTY, IN- On August 7, 2025, a man was arrested after leading an Indiana State Police (ISP) Trooper on a pursuit in Wabash County. Just before 8:30 p.m., Sergeant Kyle Miller was patrolling in the area of County Road 200 East and County Road 1000 South in Lafontaine, IN to assist with locating David … Read more
WABASH, IN- Join in at the Wabash County Museum on Friday, September 5 at 6 PM for the Little Miss &Mister Wabash County Pageant brought to you by the Museum and the Wabash CountyScholarship Pageant and proudly sponsored by Braspy’s Trinkets. This event is a belovedtradition and the highlight of September’s First Friday celebration! The … Read more
Donald “Don” Earl Layman, 83 of Peru, Indiana, went home to be with Jesus and reunite with his bride on Wednesday, August 6th, 2025. Don was greeted with those golden words, “well done, my good and faithful servant.” Don was born on December 16th, 1941, in Peru, Indiana to Richard Emory Layman and Mary Marjorie … Read more
Steve Wolf, 60, of Marion, Indiana, completed his tour of duty in this life on August 6, 2025. Steve was an exemplary and dedicated public servant whose contributions to his community, both in law enforcement and the military, will not be forgotten. He is preceded in death by his father, Richard Wolf; mother, Donna DeVault; … Read more
James Freddie Hawk, 75, of Marion, passed away at 3:04 pm on Monday, August 4, 2025, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Marion. Born on March 24, 1950, in Hartford City, Indiana, James was the son of James Frances and Shirley (Irwin) Hawk. He graduated from Fairmount High School and went on to serve in the … Read more
PERU, IN — The Miami County Community Foundation, a fund affiliate of the Northern Indiana Community Foundation, has awarded a $10,000 grant to the Miami County Economic Development Authority (MCEDA) in support of the Peru Splash Pad Park project at River Walkway Park. The new splash pad will serve as a free, family-friendly attraction in … Read more
Betty Ruth Brainard, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on August 4, 2025, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana. Born on June 4, 1943, to Benjamin Franklin and Grace (Ferguson) Reeves, in Grayson, Kentucky, Betty lived a life filled with deep love for her family. In February of 1958, Betty … Read more
Marilyn Sue (Marley) Kreider passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, August 4, 2025. She led a life rooted in service, compassion, and intellect – and her legacy lives on through her sons, her students, and the countless lives she touched. Marilyn was born in Wabash, Indiana on December 3, 1956, to Robert … Read more