Arlene L. Barney, born on June 21, 1933, in Wabash County, to Lauren and Mary Jane (Sells) Werking, entered through the gates of Heaven, greeting her husband, daughter, and son on March 25, 2025. Her journey spanned 91 years, marked by unwavering faith and dedication to both her family, church, and friends. Arlene’s educational foundation … Read more
IN- Educators interested in taking K-12 students on field trips to an Indiana State Parks property in the 2025-2026 school year can receive financial help through the Indiana Natural Resources Foundation (INRF). Grants from the Discover the Outdoors field trip grant program are available for all K-12 educators. “The Foundation’s mission is to celebrate and preserve … Read more
WABASH, IN – The Metropolitan School District of Wabash County is excited to announce the appointment of Dr. Chris Kuhn as the district’s new Superintendent, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Kuhn will assume the role following the retirement of current superintendent Mike Keaffaber. Dr. Kuhn has served as the district’s Assistant Superintendent of Finance … Read more
Jo Ann Simons, born on November 20, 1923, in Summittville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025, in La Fontaine, Indiana. Her journey through life was marked by dedication to her family and community. After establishing a solid career in data processing and the personnel department at Dana Corporation, Jo Ann retired in 1980. … Read more
Katherine Lynette Deardorff, known to many as Kathy, was born on September 17, 1947 to Ralph and Ruth Hess in Wabash, Indiana. She passed away March 23, 2025 peacefully and surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter and devotion. Kathy was the loving wife of John Deardorff, cherished mother of Angela Moon … Read more
Evelyn Ruth Compton, 83, of Warren, Indiana, died at 7:56 pm, Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Heritage Pointe in Warren. She was born on February 26, 1942, in Wabash, Indiana, to Everett and Emma (Niccum) Stoops. Evelyn was a 1959 graduate of Noble Township High School. She married David L. Compton at the Southside Evangelical … Read more
Robert E. Sherman, Sr., 92, of Marion, passed away at 5:40 pm on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Wyndmoor of Marion. He was born in Sweetser, Indiana, on Saturday, October 1, 1932, to Orville L. Sherman, Sr., and Ruth (Henderson) Sherman. He was married to Jacquelyn S. Sherman, who preceded him in death. Robert worked … Read more