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Alice Jeanette Scotten

Alice Jeanette Scotten, 89, of Neosho, Missouri, died Monday, June 23, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Missouri. She was born on September 17, 1935, in Loda, Illinois, to Harry and Minnie (Little) Henderson. Alice was a 1953 graduate of Urbana High School, where she served as class president. She married Richard Jeffrey “Scotty” Scotten … Read more

Twylla Jo DeVore

Twylla Jo DeVore, 73, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 10:05 am, Monday, June 23, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. She was born on February 26, 1952, in Deer Creek, Indiana, to James Howard and Lilly B. (Gilley) DeVore. Twylla enjoyed reading, watching Jeopardy, her cats, and was a huge Elvis Presley … Read more

Douglas “Doogie” Jay Steller

Douglas “Doogie” Jay Steller, 35, of Huntington, Indiana, died on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in Chicago, Illinois. He was born on March 31, 1990, in Wabash, Indiana, to Belinda (Steller) Tackett. Doogie was a lineman for QC Communications in Wabash. He loved his job, and his coworkers. Doogie was an outdoorsman and enjoyed camping, but … Read more

Alaska Daenerys Henson

Alaska Daenerys Henson, beloved infant daughter of Morgan Leigh Henson and Himiko Kairi Henson, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025, in Marion, Indiana. She was just two months old. Born in Marion, Alaska touched the hearts of everyone who met her. Though her time on Earth was brief, her presence brought an immeasurable amount … Read more

Marlene Dee Malott

Marlene Dee Malott, 91, Marion, went to be with the Lord at 5:14 pm on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Cedar Creek of Marion. She was born in Harvey, Iowa, on Sunday, July 30, 1933, to Henry and Daisy (Parsons) Johnson.  She was married to Sherril Lyle Malott, who preceded her in death.   Marlene … Read more

Roger T. Ertel

Roger T. Ertel, a beloved member of the Grant County community, departed this world on June 19, 2025, in Kokomo, Indiana, at the age of 79. Born on April 11, 1946, in Marion, Roger dedicated his life to serving others, imbuing every role with love, care, and an unwavering spirit of camaraderie. A multifaceted individual, … Read more

William Joy

William Joy, a dedicated medical assistant and beloved family man, passed away on June 18, 2025, in his hometown of Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Born on November 12, 1987, William’s life was marked by his commitment to service and his deep love for his family. William had an impactful career as a medical administrative assistant at … Read more

Maryann Fuqua

Maryann Fuqua, 77, of Peru passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at The Waters of Peru. Maryann was born on March 6, 1948 to Vermont and Betty (Banks) Ramer. She married Walter “Merle” Fuqua in Peru on October 4, 1966, and he preceded her in death on November 17, 2021. Maryann was a homemaker. … Read more

Travis Allen Gunning

  Travis Allen Gunning, 40, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at home surrounded by family. He was born November 2, 1984 in Peru, Indiana to Jeffery Allen Gunning and Melinda (Ray) Gunning. He married Jennette (Phillips) Gunning on August 6, 2006 and then divorced June 9, 2009 and she survives. Travis worked at … Read more

Jerry Wayne Renbarger

Jerry Wayne Renbarger, 91, of Wabash, Indiana, entered the arms of Jesus at 6:56 pm, Monday, June 16, 2025. He was born on September 26, 1933, in Wabash, to Robert and Lucille (Keaffaber) Renbarger. Jerry graduated from Wabash High School in 1951 and completed the Purdue University Short Course. He married the love of his … Read more