Philip Larry Gulley, born on March 6, 1949, in the quaint town of Flemingsburg, Kentucky, departed this life on November 20, 2025, in Marion, Indiana. Larry lived a life rich in service, community, and love, leaving a profound legacy that resonates deeply with all who had the privilege of knowing him. A cherished husband to … Read more
Brenda Robinson, aged 81, passed away on November 14, 2025, in Kokomo, Indiana. Born on October 26, 1944, in Marion, Indiana, she was known for her kind spirit and dedication to her work. Throughout her life, Brenda pursued a career as a short order cook and waitress at various restaurants, where she brought joy to … Read more
Marilyn Caroleen Hopper, 80, of Walton, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 17, 2025, at The Waters of Peru. She was born on March 5, 1945 in Sycamore, IL to the late Emma (Klatt) Duval and Ernest Duval. She married Daniel Hopper on November 9, 1985. Marilyn graduated from Concordia University (St. Paul, MN) in … Read more
Lisa Marie Hensley, 63, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord after a courageous year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born on December 19, 1961, in San Luis Obispo, California, to the late Clifford Wood and the late Annie “Blondie” Sweares. She was also preceded in death by her stepfather, … Read more
Douglas Franklin King, 84, of rural Roann, Indiana, died at 3:18 pm, Friday, November 21, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on June 15, 1941, in Wabash County, Indiana, to Charles Frank and Hester Louise (Eakin) King. Doug was a 1960 graduate of Noble High School. After graduation he … Read more
Iris Isabella “Goose” Perez, age 8, of Marion, Indiana, completed her journey in this life and found peace on November 18, 2025, at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia after a courageous battle with leukemia. Born on November 16, 2017, Iris brought color, imagination, and joy into every space she entered. Iris was a vibrant, creative, … Read more
John Anthony “Tony” Smelser passed away on November 17, 2025, in Muncie, Indiana. He was born on June 12, 1947, and grew up at the Home Corner, Marion, Indiana. Tony was a 1966 graduate of Van Buren High School, Van Buren, Indiana. In 1972, he moved to Bradenton, Florida. He managed the American Legion in … Read more
Marsha Kay Monroe, born on September 25, 1949, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Tiffin and Luella (Fuhrman) Vardaman, passed away on November 22, 2025, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana. She was 76 years old at the time of her passing. Marsha’s academic journey began at Grabill High School, where she graduated … Read more
Herbert Devon Gunter, a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and accomplished businessman, passed away on November 20, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born on December 18, 1945, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Elmer and Thelda Mae (Wise) Gunter, he lived a life characterized by hard work, creativity, and a deep commitment to … Read more
Ramona Marie Rowe, 66, of Peru, Indiana, passed away at 9:25 a.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at her residence. She was born on June 1,1959 to Robert John Rabozzi and Maria (Schwabl) Obney at Loring Air Force Base in Maine. Ramona was a 1977 graduate of O.W. Holmes High School in San Antonio, Texas. … Read more