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Timothy John Dayton

Timothy John Dayton, a man cherished for his humor, loving nature, and unyielding dedication, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, in Marion, Indiana. Born on February 21, 1957, in Kokomo, Indiana, Tim lived a life marked by hard work, a practical joke spirit, and a deep commitment to those he loved. Tim was a … Read more

Carla Dale Clark

Carla Dale Clark, aka “Fuzzy”, 55, passed away on March 24, 2026 at 5:55am at IU University Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was born on December 31, 1970 in Wabash, Indiana to Steven (Penny) Clark of Rochester, Indiana and Judith (Patrick) Siblisk of Peru, Indiana. Carla graduated from Peru High School in 1989 and Ivy … Read more

Marlin Wayne Kaukusch

Marlin Wayne Kaukusch, 78, of Peru, Indiana passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at Dukes Memorial Hospital in Peru. He was born on February 20, 1948 in Peru, Indiana to Delmar and Cleo (Galbraith) Kaukusch. Marlin served in the United States Army from February 8, 1968 to February 1, 1970. He was a Vietnam … Read more

Candace Louise “Candi” Paul

Candace Louise “Candi” Paul, 64, Marion, passed away at 2:55 am on Saturday, March 21, 2026, in Marion. She was born in South Bend, Indiana, on Wednesday, August 23, 1961, to Delbert and Wanda (Harris) Paul.   She was a dedicated employee of Marion Health from 2015 until her passing.  Candi was also a joyful … Read more

Otis L. Glover

Otis L. Glover, 68, of Upland, passed away at 3:26 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at University Nursing Center in Upland, Indiana. He was born on February 5, 1958, to Wade and Mariam (Clark) Glover. Otis was well known and deeply loved at University Nursing Center, where many affectionately called him “Sheriff.” The nickname … Read more

David Alvin Francis Sr.

David Alvin Francis Sr., born on July 30, 1970, in Warsaw, Indiana, to James and Velvie “Bev” Lea (Francis) Dixon, passed away on March 24, 2026, at the Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Over the years, he contributed to various industries, lending his talents to Metal Works in Pierceton and multiple trailer … Read more

Norma Jean Wilcox

Norma Jean Wilcox, 98, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, at Paddock Springs in Warsaw, Indiana. Born on June 7, 1927, in Urbana, Indiana, to Burvia and Mable (Long) Hoover, Norma lived a life marked by devotion, love, and unwavering faith. After graduating from high school, Norma married Marvia Wilcox on April 6, 1947. … Read more

Betty J. McKillip

Betty J. McKillip, 99, of Wabash, Indiana, passed peacefully on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. She was born on September 16, 1926, in Wabash, to Phillip and Emma (Stouffer) Roser. Betty married the love of her life, Robert D. McKillip, on October 19, 1947, in Converse, Indiana. Their marriage was a partnership … Read more

Jillain Dee Wendt

Jillain Dee Wendt, 61, of Wabash, Indiana, died Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at her home. She was born on July 20, 1964, in Wabash, to Marvin and Sherlain (Graves) Schlemmer. Jill was a 1982 graduate of Southwood High School. She married Randy J. Wendt on November 18, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada, but they have … Read more

Dawn Elaine Copeland

Dawn Elaine Copeland, 63, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 12:47 am, Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on November 13, 1962, in Wabash, to Harold and Betty (Heddings) Penn. Dawn married Ray Copeland in Wabash on December 22, 1978. She never met a stranger and was known … Read more