Phyllis Marie Burkett, affectionately known by those who loved her as a straightforward and vibrant soul, passed away on February 14, 2026, at DeKalb Memorial Hospital in Auburn, Indiana. Born on October 27, 1935, in North Judson, Indiana, to Delbert and Leah (Bailey) Hunnicutt, she was the oldest daughter in a large family of nine, … Read more
LaMoine Allen Correll, 86, of Peru went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Richvalley, Indiana on January 19, 1940 to Verling and Edith (Mann) Correll. LaMoine married Donna Glassburn on May 16, 1958 and she survives. He dedicated his … Read more
Anthony “Tony” Monce, 74, of Akron, Indiana, passed away on February 8, 2026, at Auburn Village Nursing Home in Auburn, Indiana. Born on September 11, 1951, in Wabash, Indiana, to D. DeWayne and Jane Ann (Burkhart) Monce, Tony lived a life marked by dedication to his family. On September 28, 1979, Tony married Teresa “Teri” … Read more
Richard “Tony” Anthony Farmer, born on September 12, 1977, in Wabash, Indiana, to Paul Douglas and Phyllis (Warren) Farmer, passed away suddenly at his home in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on February 12, 2026. He was 48 years old. Tony was known for his unwavering work ethic, having dedicated the last two years of his life … Read more
Kathleen Barnhart, 82, of La Fontaine, passed away at 4:14 pm on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Rolling Meadows Health & Rehabilitation Center in La Fontaine. She was born on December 3, 1943, to Benjamin and Ellen (Bettenhausen) Strobel. Kathleen graduated from Colville Senior High School and later attended Whitworth University, pursuing her education major. … Read more
William B. Nicodemus, 74, of Marion, passed away at 8:47 pm on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Marion Health in Marion. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on May 4, 1951, to Richard and Maxine (Colsten) Nicodemus. He married Marcia (Briner), who survives. William graduated from Marion High School and spent his career working for … Read more
Avery Lee Hasty, 77, of Gas City, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System – Fort Wayne. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on November 1, 1948, to Thomas W. Hasty and Dorothy K. (Powell) Hasty-Bishir. Avery was a graduate of Fairmount High School, Class of 1966 … Read more
Betty Lee Riddle, 97, of La Fontaine, passed away at 3:20 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Rolling Meadows Health & Rehabilitation Center. She was born on September 15, 1928, in Pierpont, West Virginia, to William and Lela (Halsey) Morgan. Betty moved to Marion, Indiana, as a young woman and began working as a … Read more
George Kenneth Blair, 82, of North Manchester, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center in North Manchester. He was born on September 13, 1943, in Camp Mackall, North Carolina, to Donald and Beatrice (Tew) Blair. George married Linda Shively at the Fort Shafter Chapel in Hawaii on January 24, 1970. … Read more
James Wm “Fooey” Fulwider, 87, of Leesburg, Indiana, died at 3:08 pm, Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at his home. He was born on October 15, 1938, in Wabash, Indiana, to Russell and Allegra “Babe” (Elliott) Fulwider. Jim lived a full and deeply connected life, marked by his love for his family, dedication to his work, … Read more