Larry Dean Dailey, 81, of LaFontaine, passed away at 5:13 p.m. on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on October 31, 1943, in Marion, Indiana to Amos and Gertrude (Ross) Dailey. Larry was a 1962 graduate of LaFontaine High School. He served in the United … Read more
Barbara E. Teegarden, born on September 17, 1940, in Marion, Indiana, passed away peacefully in her hometown on April 15, 2025. A cherished member of her community and family, Barbara dedicated a significant portion of her life to her career at Wagner Wire, where she was known for her hard work and commitment. Barbara had … Read more
Betty Lou (Dowell) Gapski, 77, of Peru passed away at her residence on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. She was born in Lodiburg, Kentucky on January 2, 1948 to the late William Dowell and Hazel Jean Clemons. Betty retired from Kuepper Favor where she worked as a printer. In her free time, Betty enjoyed fishing and … Read more
Justin William Kelly, 47, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 12:22 pm, Saturday, April 19, 2025, at I.U. Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on November 17, 1977, in Wabash, to Jackie Kelly and Sharon (Young) Amann. Justin was a 1997 graduate of Wabash High School. He owned and operated J. Kelly Hair Salon … Read more
Daniel Robert Matthews, 71, of Somerset, Indiana, died at 10:05 am, Friday, April 18, 2025, surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home, after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on August 20, 1953, in Wabash, Indiana, to Robert and Glenna (Slagal) Matthews. Dan was a 1971 graduate of Northfield … Read more
Charles F. Bebout, 72, of Jonesboro, passed away at 7:25 pm on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at VA Northern Indiana Health Care System – Fort Wayne. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Sunday, August 17, 1952, to James and Alvina (Picco) Bebout. Charles attended Marion High School and then faithfully served his country in … Read more
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Sheila Darlene Fite Garza, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on December 10, 1944, Sheila lived a cheerful and joyful life, dedicated to her family and appreciating each day God gave her on … Read more
Elise “Miki” Marie (Saylor) Chafin, 62, of Peru, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on April 13, 2025. Born on December 6, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois, Miki brought light and love into the world from the very beginning. Miki was a beautiful soul, both inside and out. She never met a stranger and always … Read more
Larry Dale Stover, 79, of Macy passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at Blair Ridge Health Campus in Peru. He was born December 9, 1945 in Peru, Indiana to Cotton and Annabelle (Agle) Stover. Larry served our country in in the Marines from July 1963 to 1967. He achieved the rank of Sergeant, was … Read more
Barbara Jean Stevenson-Spurgon, a lifelong resident of Marion, Indiana, left behind a powerful legacy of service, education, cultural preservation, and creative expression. Her life was a testament to dedication–both to her family and to the community she deeply loved. Born to Buris V. (Jones) Stevenson and Douglas Stevenson, Barbara grew up in Marion, where her … Read more