Wade Weaver 
Mary Ann Lawson, 72, Marion, passed away at 12:35 pm on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Sunday, November 9, 1952, to James and Nancy (Smith) Traylor. Mary Ann graduated from Marion High School in 1971 and was a home healthcare … Read more
Jean (Epperson) Jennings, 86, Marion, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Robbins, Tennessee, on Friday, March 18, 1938, to Henry Epperson and Mary “Gwendolyn” (Owens) Copeland. On July 20, 1959, she married Arthur C. and they celebrated 65 years of marriage. She worked as a bookkeeper … Read more
WABASH, IN – When you’re expecting a baby, there’s a lot to think about – preparations to make, prenatal doctor’s appointments to keep, names to consider and baby items to buy or borrow. Amid all that activity, it’s also essential to consider how you’ll keep your baby safe, especially when your bundle of joy is … Read more
WABASH, IN – After nine years of dedicated service as Superintendent of MSD of Wabash County (MSDWC), Mike Keaffaber has announced his retirement, effective July 2025. Mr. Keaffaber, who assumed the role in July 2016, leaves behind a legacy of strong community engagement, educational excellence, and a commitment to student success. “It has been an … Read more
WABASH, IN- MSD of Wabash County has announced dates for their 2025 Kindergarten Round-ups. These are events for children who will be entering kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year. Children who will be at least five years of age on August 1, 2025, are eligible to enroll in kindergarten for the upcoming school year. MSD … Read more
Martha A. Rickman, 85, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 11:16 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2025, at Parkview Wabash Hospital in Wabash, Indiana. She was born on November 9, 1939, to Watson and Ruth (Yates) Williams in Pontiac, Michigan. Martha was a graduate of Lutcher High School. She then attended Vennard College in University Park, … Read more
Mark K Wolfgang, affectionately known as “Wolfie,” left this world on January 28, 2025, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where he had spent the final moments of his vibrant life. Born on September 17, 1958, in Marion, Indiana, Mark’s roots were deeply intertwined with the community that cherished him. Mark’s professional journey bore testimony to his … Read more
Adam Stephen Poe, 33, of Roann, Indiana, died at 6:03 am, Thursday, January 30, 2025, at IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on September 10, 1991, in Huntington, Indiana, to John and Sonia (Sturgill) Poe. Adam worked at Metal Source in Wabash. He enjoyed playing video games, collecting basketball and baseball cards, … Read more
Walter Eugene Stapleton, 67, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 7:15 pm, Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at his home. He was born on June 22, 1957, in Wabash, to William Eugene Stapleton and Corena (Hopkins) Ansel. Walter married Nancy K. Holley on June 8, 1977, in Wabash. He worked at Wabash Alloys/Real Alloy for 40 years, … Read more
Gabrielle Wendy “Gaby” Nearhouse, 84, of rural Wabash, Indiana, died at 10:00 pm, Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at her home. She was born on September 16, 1940, in Redwood, California, to Jess and Anita (Schimetschek) Parentice. Gaby married Mike Nearhouse Sr. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Wabash in July 1979. She worked 22 years … Read more