After a short battle with pneumonia, Jean Marie Rust, of Warren, Indiana, passed away comfortably and peacefully at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne at 7:15 pm on Saturday, February 22, 2025. Jean was born on October 31, 1936, to Gertrude and Lawrence “Red” Holland in Rochester, Indiana. She was raised with four sisters and graduated … Read more
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jerrica Sharae Harshaw. Born and raised in Marion, she was the beloved daughter of Billy and Ula Harshaw. The life of Jerrica Harshaw is the story of an amazing life lived to the fullest by a kind, outgoing, and loving woman. Jerrica was the … Read more
Edwin “Ray” Cooper, 82, of Wabash, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord at 11:34 pm, Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. He was born on July 25, 1942, in Tongs, Kentucky, to Henry Joseph “Joe” and Beulah (Mangus) Cooper. Ray married Helena “Sue” Pennington on July 29, 1961 in … Read more
MIAMI COUNTY, IN- The Northern Indiana Community Foundation recently received accreditation with the nation’s highest standard for philanthropic excellence. Community Foundations National Standards® establish legal, ethical, effective practices for community foundations everywhere. “Meeting the National Standards benchmarks is a rigorous, comprehensive process,” said Susie Nelson, board chair of National Standards. “This accreditation is a significant … Read more
WABASH, IN – The Beacon Credit Union Foundation has presented six organizations within our communities with grants. These organizations show a focus on improving the lives of our members, friends, and neighbors in the communities that we serve. The six organizations that have received grants are: Community Harvest Food Bank – Allen, DeKalb, and … Read more
WABASH, IN – Honeywell Arts & Entertainment adds new offerings to its lineup for Arts For All, a collection of arts opportunities for all ages, encouraging lifelong learning. Full details and registration are now available online at honeywellarts.org/arts or by calling the Honeywell Box Office at 260.563.1102. Homeschool Art Class – Ages 6-11 March 21 … Read more
Bessie B. Holt, a devoted homemaker and a cherished member of her community, was born on June 10, 1931, in the serene town of Athens, Alabama. She departed this earthly realm on February 24, 2025, in LaFountaine, leaving behind a rich tapestry woven with love, family, and cherished memories. Bessie was a beacon of warmth … Read more
Eugenia M. Bryant, 91, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 6:48 pm, Monday, February 24, 2025, at her daughter’s home. She was born on November 11, 1933, in Detroit, Michigan, to Eugene and Mary (Maglinger) Smits. Eugenia graduated from high school in 1952. She married Arthur Michael Bryant on August 5, 1953 in Wichita Falls, Texas; … Read more
James A. Arney, 86, of North Manchester, Indiana, died at 12:02 pm, Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on February 14, 1939, in Fort Wayne, to Richard and Pauline (Platt) Arney. James was a graduate of Northside High School in Fort Wayne and was a US Army … Read more
Joanna Marie (Shane) Troyer, 69, of LaFontaine, Indiana, formerly of Swayzee, Indiana passed away at 11:35 p.m. on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at her residence in LaFontaine, Indiana. She was born on June 20, 1956, to Larry Richard and Norma Jean (Whitam) Shane in Marion, Indiana. Joanna was a 1974 graduate of Oak Hill High … Read more