Day: August 19, 2024

Ernestine Docia Webb, 79, of Peru passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024, at her home.

She was born August 26, 1944, in Peru, Indiana to Ernest Premer and Dorothy (Melson) Premer.  She married Danny Webb on April 18, 1964, and he survives.

Docia was a licensed practical nurse, but she filled most of her days as a loving homemaker.

Docia loved her family, and she particularly loved finding ways to show her love for them, from making their favorite meals to buying little gifts for her granddaughters and learning about football for her grandsons.  She loved being a grandmother and was so excited to meet her first great-granddaughter, Hallie Jane.  She particularly enjoyed spending time with her extended family and loved her nieces and nephews.  Docia was an avid reader and shared her love of books with her daughters and grandchildren.  Docia exhibited a sense of compassion to all she met.  She began attending Peru Grace Brethren Church in high school and was eventually married there.  She faithfully taught preschool Sunday School class for many years and served there also as VBS teacher, JAM/JOY teacher, and was an encouragement to many.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her two children, Dana Marie (Webb) Zvers and Amy Kathleen (Webb) Lancaster, both of Peru; four grandchildren, Jackson Zvers Ft. Wayne, Indiana, Jessica Zvers Warsaw, Indiana, Mya Lancaster Peru, Indiana, and Liam Lancaster Peru, Indiana; and great-granddaughter Hallie Jane Zvers.   Docia is preceded in death by her sister Beverly (Premer) Smith and her parents.

Visitation will be at Flowers-Leedy/Allen Funeral Home on August 20, 2024, from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.  Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on August 21, 2024, at Flowers- Leedy/Allen Funeral Home.  Burial will take place at Chili Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy/Allen Funeral Home. Family and friends may also sign the onlineguestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com

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John Raymond Bolton, 71, of Newell, WV, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Blair Ridge Health Campus.

He was born August 24, 1952, in Canton, OH to Charles D. “Chuck” Bolton Sr. and Norma Agnes Bolton.

He was a hardworking man who loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed the outdoors, riding motorcycles, listening to music, or having a cold beer while overlooking his meticulously cut yard. He also loved spending time at the ballpark watching his grandsons play baseball. He was a great Dad, Pap, Brother, Uncle, and friend. He will be missed by many.

John is preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Tammi Lynn Bolton, and his son Chad Aaron West Bolton.

His loving family includes his children Shannon Marie Richard, Shawn William Emmerling, bonus daughters Melissa Pier and Lynn Minick; grandchildren Bryce Aaron Ward, Caiden Gene Richards, Brooklyn Marie Emmerling, and Brielle LeAyn Emmerling; an expectant great granddaughter Braelynn Shay Ward; siblings Lester (Phyllis) Hickman, Jenny (Jim) Merriman, Sharon (George Willis) Freeman, Martin Bolton, Chuck (Kathy) Bolton, Michelle (Doug) Stevens

Visitation will be held at the Allen Funeral Home, 136 S Elm St. Bunker Hill, Indiana, on August 20, 2024 from 11am-2pm. Funeral service will follow at 2pm with Pastor Bill Collins officiating. Burial will take place at Springdale Cemetery in Bunker Hill, Indiana.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Glioblastoma Research Organization at https://www.gbmresearch.org

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Barbara E. Williams, 73, of Lagro, Indiana, died at 7:14 pm, on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Parkview Health Randallia in Fort Wayne.  She was born on August 13, 1951, in Logansport, Indiana, to James M. and Imogene (Sharp) Williams.

Barbara was a 1970 Wabash High School graduate. She worked at MJV in Wabash. Barbara enjoyed staying home, watching game shows on TV, and occasionally playing Bingo with her sister.

She is survived by two sisters, Sandy Gosnell of Huntington, Indiana, and Linda Moore of Lagro, Indiana; nephew, Mike Williams of Wabash, and niece, Michelle (Richard) Sluss of Lagro.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Daniel J. “Danny” Williams, and half brother, John Blocher.

Family will receive friends from 10-11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave. Wabash, Indiana. Burial will be in Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Marion. 

The memorial guest book for Barbara may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Sheila M. Warner, 55, of Swayzee, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on May 25, 1969, to Thomas B. Warner and Mary Helen (Banter) Warner.

Sheila graduated from Oak Hill High School in 1987.

She is survived by her mother, Mary Helen; brother, Brian (Dawn) Warner of Midlothian, Virginia; and nephews, Adam Warner of Plainfield and Blake Warner of Virginia.

She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Warner, and both sets of grandparents.

The family will host a Celebration of Life from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Friday, August 23, 2024, at Open Door Fellowship, 1388 N. 800 W.-27, Converse, IN 46919.

Arrangements are entrusted to Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral & Cremation Service, Rybolt Chapel, 314 N. Washington St., Swayzee, IN.

Memorial contributions in memory of Sheila can be directed to the family to help with funeral expenses.

Memories may be shared online at www.nswcares.com.

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David L. Stratton, 55, of Upland, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at University Nursing Center. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on July 27, 1969, and was the son of Darrel and Shirley (Pace) Stratton.

David previously attended Church of the Brethren.  He liked anything army/military related.  He was involved in the Special Olympics and was interested in lifeguarding.  David could tell you what was on television at any time.

Survivors include his sister, Kelly (Wesley) Brooks of Marion, as well as his niece and nephews, Chelsea, Drew, and Tyler.

He was preceded in death by his father, Darrel Stratton, and mother, Shirley Stratton.

At David’s request, there will be no public visitation or funeral service. A private burial will take place at Grant Memorial Park.

Arrangements are entrusted to Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral & Cremation Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, IN.

Memorial contributions may be directed to American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023.

Memories may be shared online at www.nswcares.com.

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Patrick Fernandes, 74, Marion, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Marion Health. He was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, on February 19, 1950, to Joseph and Helen (Frisbie) Fernandes.  

Patrick graduated from Marion High School in 1968 and went on to graduate Summa Cum Laude from Purdue University, where he received his bachelor’s degree in family and consumer services.  Patrick was a member at St. Paul Catholic Church and a member of Painters Union Local.  He had owned and managed the restaurant, The Philadeli.  

Patrick loved his family dearly. He was an accomplished woodworker and carpenter, and he retired from a career in social services.  He enjoyed reading, learning new things, playing the piano, music, writing songs, and gardening. In his younger years, he was in a rock ‘n’ roll band.  

Survivors include his children, Brooke (Richard) Detamore, Lindsay (Nathanial Schroeder) Fernandes, Tyler Joseph (Irma) Fernandes, and Jessica Alexander; grandchildren, Michael, Stacia, James, Evelyn, Julia, Richie, Jackson, Jace, and Lucy; siblings, Jo-Marie Robinson, Kathleen Ferguson, Wendy Fernandes, Nancy Fernandes, Mary Fernandes, and Andrew Fernandes; and special friends, Jonathon, Jeff, and Devin.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Judith Tyson.

The family will receive visitors from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, St. Paul Catholic Church, 1031 W. Kem Rd., Marion, IN 46952.

Immediately following the time of visitation, a Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate Patrick’s life will begin at 1:00 pm with Father Hilary N. Okeke officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made payable to Star Bank, designated for The Patrick Fernandes Memorial Fund, Account #13123463.

Arrangements are entrusted to Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral & Cremation Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, IN.

Memories may be shared online at www.nswcares.com.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Patrick, please visit our floral store.