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Hildred Mary (Graf) Leedy

Hildred Mary (Graf) Leedy, 92, of Peru, Indiana went to her forever home on Saturday, April 4,2026 at Century Villa Health Care, Greentown, Indiana. She was a beloved and devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and will be deeply missed. She was born December 18, 1933, in Peru to Frank and Mary (Douglass) Graf and graduated from Peru … Read more

Ronald L. France

Ronald L. France, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dear friend, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, in Converse, Indiana, surrounded by his loving family. Born on October 15, 1943, in Wabash, Indiana, Ronald lived a full and vibrant life marked by dedication, warmth, and a zest for the simple pleasures that brought joy … Read more

Shirley D. Lostutter

Shirley D. Lostutter, a devoted homemaker and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, in her hometown of Marion, Indiana. Born on September 30, 1935, in Marion, Shirley’s life was deeply rooted in the places and people she loved. A proud graduate of Marion High School’s class of 1953, Shirley’s … Read more

Linda Kay Turner

Linda Kay Turner, a cherished homemaker and beloved member of the Marion community, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, in LaFountaine, Indiana. Born on March 18, 1944, in Marion, Indiana, Linda dedicated her life to her family and to the warm, nurturing spirit that defined her home. Throughout her life, Linda was known for … Read more

Marie V. Miller

Marie V. Miller, 88, Jonesboro, entered her eternal life peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, in her home on Saturday, April 4, 2026. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on November 25, 1937 to James P. and Mary E. Morris. Marie married Conrad Miller on October 30, 1954. Together they shared 65 years of marriage. … Read more

Thomas LeMoyne Nukes

Thomas LeMoyne Nukes, 89, Marion, passed away at 4:47 am on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Colonial Oaks Health & Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Monday, November 23, 1936, to Taylor and Lorraine (Summers) Nukes. On December 7, 1958, he married Sandra G. Perkins and she survives.   Thomas graduated from … Read more

Carolyn L. Schmidt

Carolyn L. Schmidt, 90, Gas City, passed away at 8:55 pm on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Marion Health. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Tuesday, August 27, 1935, to William and Hildreth (Hunt) Hosier.  On March 10, 1951, she married M. Wayne Schmidt who preceded her in 2014.   Carolyn attended Mississinewa High … Read more

Gerald Lee Edris

Gerald Lee Edris, 81, Marion, passed away at 5:00 am on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Millers Merry Manor in Marion, IN. He was born in Bluffton, IN on Monday, April 17, 1944, to Lawrence and Dorothy (Boone) Edris. On June 13, 1970, he married Cheryl D. Cargar at the Liberty Center United Methodist Church … Read more

Carolyn K. Crist

Carolyn K. Crist, a devoted community member and cherished individual, passed away on April 1, 2026, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana. Born on February 24, 1943, in North Manchester, to George F. and Hazel M (Baker) Coon, Carolyn’s life was marked by a genuine commitment to service, education, and the well-being … Read more

Jo Ann Joele Parker

Jo Ann Joele Parker, a devoted mother, compassionate community volunteer, and a beacon of warmth and kindness, passed away at her home in Bloomington, Indiana, on March 31, 2026. Born on August 19, 1966, in Wabash, Indiana, to Larry Webb Parker and Nancy Dee (West) Parker, Joele’s life was marked by her dedication to family, … Read more