It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra Moffatt, who left this earth on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at the age of 77 to reunite with her son Scott, husband Ronald, and parents Marietta and Russell. “Sandy” was a cherished mother, aunt, and grandmother known for her kindness, unwavering love, and … Read more
Gladys Loreen Hight, 91, of Adrian, Michigan passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024. She was born in Akron, Indiana on December 4, 1933 to the late Harold David and Doris Annabelle (Scriver) Hammond. She married the love of her life, Chester Hight, on March 20, 1954. They shared 33 years of marriage together until … Read more
Mildred Jean Davis Shannon, aged 98, passed away on December 11, 2024, in Marion, IN. Born on February 1, 1926, to Virgil Raymond Davis and Billie Dexter Davis, Mildred lived a life marked by devotion to her family and community. Mildred graduated from Marion High School and went on to build a notable career, contributing … Read more
Leona June Ascherman, a devoted homemaker and beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024, in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 92. Born on September 2, 1932, in Patriot, Indiana, she enriched the lives of many through her unwavering kindness, dedication, and radiant spirit. Leona was cherished as a mother, … Read more
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Coleen L. (Hall) Ayala, who was born in Bluffton, Indiana, on Tuesday, August 27, 1946. She died at home at 6:10 am on Thursday, December 12, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Coleen was a graduate of Marion High School, class of 1965, … Read more
Helen N. Kimery, 76, of Marion, passed away at 12:51 pm on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Marion Health. She was born in Pippa Passes, Kentucky, on Sunday, August 1, 1948, to Fred and Mary (Owens) Sparkman. On May 6, 1977, she married Charles Kimery. Helen graduated from Knott County High School and worked for … Read more
Rebecca J. Guajardo, 81, of Marion, passed away at 6:17 pm on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, in Marion. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Thursday, November 11, 1943, to Robert and Beverly (Mathias) Crowell. On October 15, 2010, she married Jesus “Jesse” Guajardo. Rebecca graduated from Marion High School and worked as a CNA … Read more
Dr. Philip L. Catey, 85, Gas City, passed away at his home at 3:01 am on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. He was born at home, the third of four children, of a farming family in Carlos, Indiana, on Wednesday, January 4, 1939, Phil grew up understanding that hard work, faith and family were what life … Read more
Mary Maxine Eib, 84, of LaFontaine, passed away at 11:04 am on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at Rolling Meadows Health & Rehabilitation Center in LaFontaine. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Thursday, April 25, 1940, to Charles and Ruth (Donaldson) Marks. Mary graduated from Marion High School in 1958. She received her LPN … Read more
Rebecca Ann “Becky” Slagal, 70, of rural Lagro, Indiana, died at 12:42 am, Sunday, December 8, 2024, at her home. She was born on August 24, 1954, in Wabash, Indiana, to Paul Franklin and Elizabeth J. (White) Baker. Becky married Charles A. “Chuck” Slagal on October 30, 1993 at the Lagro American Legion; he died … Read more