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Roger “Ropey” Ross

Roger “Ropey” Ross entered into eternal peace Wednesday, May 6, 2026 after a short stay at Blair Ridge Health Campus in Peru, Indiana. Roger is survived by his children Kelly (Tony) Sisk, Mark (Becky) Ross, and stepson Randy Blair.  Grandchildren include Dustin (Sarah) Sisk, Jeromy (Simone) Sisk, Madison Ross and Matt and Corey Blair, honorary … Read more

Jerry L. Hrabik

Jerry L. Hrabik, 88, of Gas City, passed away peacefully at 7:45 p.m. on Sunday, May 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Muncie, Indiana, on September 1, 1937, Jerry was the son of Benjamin and Amanda (Yauger) Hrabik. On September 10, 1960, Jerry married the love of his life, Janet … Read more

Michael F. Osburn

Michael F. Osburn, 83, Marion, passed away in his home at 11:55 pm on Sunday, May 10, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Beech Grove, Indiana, on Thursday, December 3, 1942, to Joseph and Dorthey (Mattingly) Osburn. On September 12, 2002, he married Regina Darlene Vanlandingham, and she survives.   He … Read more

Lester Jr. Moore

Lester Jr. Moore, 78, Marion, passed away at 9:16 pm on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Marion Health. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Friday, June 27, 1947, to Lester and Golda (Hoheimer) Moore. He married Mary Jane Sebring, and she survives.   Lester had been a member of Sunnycrest Baptist Church. He enjoyed … Read more

Chandler Shepherd

Chandler Shepherd, a devoted family man and talented craftsman, passed away on May 9, 2026, at his home in Silver Lake, Indiana. Born on January 26, 1936, in Gunlock, Kentucky, to Harlan and Kate (Neeley) Shepherd, Chandler’s life was marked by dedication—to his work, his loved ones, and his passions. Chandler’s journey took him from … Read more

Marguerite Evelyn “Maggie” Chaplin

Marguerite Evelyn “Maggie” Chaplin, 81, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 5:00 am, Sunday, May 10, 2026, at her home. She was born on October 9, 1944, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, to Carl Sirk and Marguerite (Hill) Arnold. Maggie dedicated 51 years of her life to Vernon Manor Health and Rehab, serving as both a Certified … Read more

Bobby Lee “Curly” Carr

Bobby Lee “Curly” Carr, 92, of Lagro, Indiana, died on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born May 6, 1934, in Wabash, he was the son of Russell and Blanche (Meyer) Carr. He spent all 92 years in Wabash County and never acted like he needed to be anywhere else. His … Read more

Jacalyn Wilson

Jacalyn Wilson, 69, of rural Wabash, Indiana, passed peacefully at 6:45 am, Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. She was born on January 10, 1957, in Wabash, Indiana, to Fredrick K. “Bud” Arven and Sally (Kendall) Arven. Jackie was a 1975 graduate of Southwood High School and went on to earn her Associate’s … Read more

Leo George Frieden

Leo George Frieden, 87, of North Manchester, Indiana, passed away peacefully at 4:15 p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2026, at Peabody Healthcare Center. Born July 4, 1938, in Wabash County, he was the son of George and Selma Opal (Krom) Frieden. Leo graduated from Chester Township High School in 1956 and proudly served his country as … Read more

Harold Lee Brandenburg Jr.

Harold Lee Brandenburg Jr., born February 3, 1971, in South Korea, passed away on May 9, 2026. He was the beloved son of Harold Lee and Yong Y. (Pak) Brandenburg Sr. His father’s deployment to South Korea led to him meeting Yong, a meeting that would change both their lives, and when Harold was only … Read more