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John Wayne “Buzz” Frazier

John Wayne “Buzz” Frazier, 80, of Marion, passed away at 4:30 pm on Sunday, May 11, 2025, in his home. He was born in Manhattan, Kansas, on Saturday, November 25, 1944, to Elvin and Dorothy (Munson) Frazier. On June 28, 1980 he married Mary Alice Sheetz, who survives. John graduated from Manhattan High School. He … Read more

Hazel Marie Bailey

Hazel Marie Bailey, 83, of Marion, passed away in her home at 1:06 pm on Saturday, May 10, 2025. She was born in New Iberia, Louisiana, on Sunday, April 19, 1942, to Willie Bourda and Georgie Anna Williams. She married John Austin Bailey and he preceded her in death. She worked as a Loan and … Read more

Emery Roy Gahl

Emery Roy Gahl, aged 73, passed away on May 13, 2025, at his home. Born on February 13, 1952, in Wabash, Indiana, to Robert Henry “Bob” and Dorothy Kathryn (Heeter) Gahl, Emery lived a life characterized by dedication and love for his family. Emery married Kathy Bahney on May 27, 1978. Their union spanned nearly … Read more

Patricia Mae Yeakle

Patricia Mae Yeakle, a beloved member of her community and dedicated tax preparer, passed away on May 6, 2025, in La Fontaine, Indiana. Born on May 29, 1953, in Shelbyville, Indiana, Patricia lived a life marked by service, commitment, and love. Patricia was known for her professional career at Patty Yeakle Tax Service, where she … Read more

Frederick Lewis Boettjer

Frederick Lewis Boettjer, 86, formerly of Peru, Indiana, and most recently residing in Virginia, passed away peacefully on Saturday May 10th, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and service. Fred was known for his big heart and unforgettable sense of humor. He had a way of lighting up every room he entered and never … Read more

Marilyn Floyd

  Marilyn Floyd, 88, passed away peacefully just after midnight on May 6th 2025. She was born on December 23, 1936 in Brazil, Indiana to Minter and Thelma McGuire. Marilyn married the love of her life Donald Floyd on August 10, 1952. They had 2 beautiful children, Donald Jr and Sherry Ann. Together they shared … Read more

Ronald Dane Anderson

Ronald Dane Anderson, 87, of rural Urbana, Indiana, died at 5:00 pm, Sunday, May 11, 2025, at Parkview Health Randallia in Fort Wayne.  He was born on October 30, 1937, in Wabash, Indiana, to Clarence Melvin and Dorothy Mae (Garber) Anderson. Ronald was a graduate of Manchester College and also did some graduate work at … Read more

Norman L. Carter

Norman L. Carter, 90, of Marion, passed away at Cedar Creek of Marion at 11:57 pm on Saturday, May 10, 2025, after a long illness.  He was born in Sierra Leone, West Africa, on February 9, 1935 to Charles and Elizabeth (Hutchinson) Carter.  He married Rowena Clanin on May 4, 1953 and she survives. Norman … Read more

Cassandra Lynn Herring

Cassandra Lynn Herring, 77, Marion, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025, at her home. She was born in Elwood, Indiana, on January 21, 1948, to Marion Richwine and Ramona (Gardner) Wells.  On March 1, 1969, she married James Herring and he survives. She attended Elwood Community Schools until her Junior year of High School … Read more

Pastor George E. Laypoole, Jr.

Pastor George E. Laypoole, Jr. 91, of Marion, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at 5:58 pm on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Marion Health in Marion. He was born in Manchester, Ohio, on Friday, September 8, 1933, to George and Nellie (Gifford) Laypoole, Sr.. On September 23, 1955, he … Read more