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Cathy Rupley

Cathy Rupley, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and cherished friend, passed away on May 22, 2026, at Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born on July 17, 1956, in Grundy, Virginia, to Lawrence and Okie (Bailey) Lester, Cathy’s life was marked by an unwavering commitment to family and the deep love she consistently extended … Read more

Kathleen “Kitty” Hendry

Kathleen “Kitty” Hendry, 81, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away at 8:21 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at the Waters of Wabash East in Wabash, Indiana. She was born on August 25, 1944, to Thomas and Genevieve (Bryan) Patterson in Brownsville, Pennsylvania. Kitty married Lloyd “Buster” W. Hendry on April 16, 1966; he died on … Read more

Gale L. Harness

Gale L. Harness, 86, of LaFontaine, Indiana, passed away at 9:10 a.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at her residence. She was born on June 11, 1939, in Toledo, Ohio to Harry Clark and Verna (Camper) Jenkins. Gale married Edwin Dale Harness on August 10, 1957, in Brookville, Indiana; he died on January 7, 2011. Gale … Read more

Linda Sue Clem

Linda Sue Clem, 72, Anderson, passed away in her home at 4:30 pm on Saturday, May 16, 2026. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Tuesday, June 23, 1953, to Bill and Joyce (Gilbert) Levi. On April 8, 1973, she married Roy Clem, and he survives.   Linda graduated from Marion High School 1971 and … Read more

Stephen G. Danser

Stephen G. Danser, 76, Indianapolis, passed away at 12:05 am on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Greenfield Healthcare Center in Greenfield. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Thursday, January 19, 1950, to Ora and Marcelle (Irwin) Danser.   He worked as an Iron Worker for 20 years with Union Iron Workers. Stephen also drove … Read more

Dewon Wayne Webb

Dewon Wayne Webb, 78, of Marion, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Marion Health. He was born on December 18, 1947, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to Clyde and Magolyn (Barnett) Webb. Dewon married Patricia Carney, who preceded him in death in 2017. Dewon was a graduate of Southwood High School and proudly served his … Read more

Onda Jane Barber

Onda Jane Barber, 73, Marion, passed away at 7:27 pm on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Wednesday, July 2, 1952, to Demoise and Betty (Ford) Thomas. On August 18, 1972, she married Jack E. Barber. Onda graduated from Marion High School … Read more

George F. Wilson, Sr.

George F. Wilson, Sr., 86, of Peru, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026. He was born on July 11, 1939, to Allie B. and Mildred (Smith) Wilson. George married the love of his life, Carol Ullrey, on July 4, 1959, and together they shared many devoted years of marriage and family life. He … Read more

Edwin Lyle Carpenter

Edwin Lyle Carpenter, 87, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away at 4:25 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born February 25, 1939, in Ashland, Ohio, he was the son of Marshall and Delphia (Ross) Carpenter. Ed graduated from Ruggles-Troy High School in Ohio and later from Tri-State College, now Trine … Read more

William Lee Ira “Bill” Ridenour

William Lee Ira “Bill” Ridenour, 83, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 6:12 am, Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. He was born on January 13, 1943, in Peru, Indiana, to William Lee and Mary Kathryn (Sutton) Ridenour. Bill graduated from Wabash High School with the Class of 1961. He was employed for many … Read more