Beulah E. Badskey, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and devoted wife, passed away on December 13, 2024 at Parkview Whitley Hospital in Columbia City, Indiana. Born on June 8, 1936, in Servia, Indiana, to Henry George and Sylvia Rose (Vandermark) Young, Beulah led a life defined by her unwavering commitment to her family and her … Read more
Jeffrey Lynn Staller, 65, of Peru, passed away on Tuesday, December 10th, with family by his side. He was born on September 8, 1959 to Donald and Harriet (Hann) Staller. Jeff was a lifelong resident of Peru. He graduated from Maconaquah High School, class of 1978. Jeff retired from Square D in 2015 after 38 … Read more
Richard B. Geiselman March 22, 1929–December 3, 2024 Remembrance service December 27, 2024 Family and friends will gather on Friday, December 27, at the Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 W. Third Street, in Peru, for the service. Visitation and condolences may be expressed beginning at 2:00pm prior to the remembrance service, which will begin at 4:00pm. … Read more
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra Moffatt, who left this earth on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at the age of 77 to reunite with her son Scott, husband Ronald, and parents Marietta and Russell. “Sandy” was a cherished mother, aunt, and grandmother known for her kindness, unwavering love, and … Read more
Gladys Loreen Hight, 91, of Adrian, Michigan passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024. She was born in Akron, Indiana on December 4, 1933 to the late Harold David and Doris Annabelle (Scriver) Hammond. She married the love of her life, Chester Hight, on March 20, 1954. They shared 33 years of marriage together until … Read more
Mildred Jean Davis Shannon, aged 98, passed away on December 11, 2024, in Marion, IN. Born on February 1, 1926, to Virgil Raymond Davis and Billie Dexter Davis, Mildred lived a life marked by devotion to her family and community. Mildred graduated from Marion High School and went on to build a notable career, contributing … Read more
Leona June Ascherman, a devoted homemaker and beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024, in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 92. Born on September 2, 1932, in Patriot, Indiana, she enriched the lives of many through her unwavering kindness, dedication, and radiant spirit. Leona was cherished as a mother, … Read more
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Coleen L. (Hall) Ayala, who was born in Bluffton, Indiana, on Tuesday, August 27, 1946. She died at home at 6:10 am on Thursday, December 12, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Coleen was a graduate of Marion High School, class of 1965, … Read more
Helen N. Kimery, 76, of Marion, passed away at 12:51 pm on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Marion Health. She was born in Pippa Passes, Kentucky, on Sunday, August 1, 1948, to Fred and Mary (Owens) Sparkman. On May 6, 1977, she married Charles Kimery. Helen graduated from Knott County High School and worked for … Read more
Rebecca J. Guajardo, 81, of Marion, passed away at 6:17 pm on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, in Marion. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Thursday, November 11, 1943, to Robert and Beverly (Mathias) Crowell. On October 15, 2010, she married Jesus “Jesse” Guajardo. Rebecca graduated from Marion High School and worked as a CNA … Read more