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Elizabeth M. Rayn

Elizabeth M. Rayn, affectionately known as “Mackie,” departed life on September 17, 2024, in Anderson, Indiana, leaving behind a legacy that embodies a spirit of hard work, independence, and unwavering strength. Born on August 19, 1942, in Marion, Indiana, she thrived in her hometown, becoming a beloved figure in the community and a cherished presence … Read more

Lorene Butcher

Lorene Butcher, 86, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 8:57 am, Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at her home.  She was born on March 26, 1938, in Floyd County, Kentucky, to Waclaw and Verdie (Newsome) Platkus. Lorene married Bernard Butcher in Wabash on December 7, 1957. She worked at General Tire in Wabash, retiring after 30 years. … Read more

Dortha Castle

Dortha Castle passed away peacefully at 10:47 pm, Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at the age of 99, surrounded by family she loved. Born Dortha Mae Zinn on October 28, 1924 in Chili, Indiana, she was 1 of 10 children of Roy and Sarah (Thompson) Zinn. She was raised and schooled in Chili. After graduating Wabash … Read more

Daryl Edward Leist

Daryl Edward Leist, 67, Marion, went to be with The Lord in his home surrounded by his loving family at 7:35 pm on Sunday, September 15, 2024.  He was born in Hartford City, Indiana, on Thursday, November 22, 1956, to Franklin “Frank” and Mary (Powers) Leist.  On July 14, 2018, he married his loving bride … Read more

Garnet J. Seacott

Garnet J. Seacott, 85, of Marion, passed away at 10:25 am on Saturday, September 14, 2024, in her home. She was born in Windfall, Indiana, on Sunday, September 3, 1939, to Lawrence and Goldie (Grover) Browning.  She was married to Everett D. Seacott, who preceded her in death on October 8, 1980. Garnet attended Morton … Read more

Tammy Kline

Tammy Kline, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on September 16, 2024 at Dupont Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born June 24, 1968, in Wabash, Indiana, Tammy was the daughter of Robert “Bob” J. Kline and Sharon Kay (Jackson) Hopkins. Throughout her life, Tammy shared a special bond with her mother, Sharon Hopkins, … Read more

Wilma G. Metzger

Metzger – Wilma G. was born on October 17, 1932, near Minot, ND to Lawrence and Alice (Moore) Wray. Our Heavenly Father called her home on September 16th at the age of 91 years, 10 months, and 29 days. On November 25, 1950 she married Carl R. Metzger, who preceded her in death on April … Read more

Jerry L. Clark

Jerry L. Clark, 79, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Thursday, September 11, 2024. Jerry was born on July 14, 1945 in Ramer, Tennessee to parents John A. Clark and Gertrude (Martin) Bendall. Growing up in the hollers of the south, Jerry spent a lot of time with his brothers and … Read more

Gloria K. Shanks

In loving memory of Gloria K. Shanks, 81, Marion, who passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at University Nursing Center in Upland. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Thursday, August 19, 1943, to Clarence and Mardella (Nelson) Rook. On August 24, 1961, she married Jack Shanks.   Gloria graduated from Bennett High School … Read more

Thomas M. Greenfield

Thomas M. Greenfield, 64, of Gas City, passed away at 4:38 pm on Thursday, September 12, 2024, in Gas City. He was born in Redwood City, California, on Thursday, July 28, 1960, to Lloyd and Eva Marie (Knapp) Greenfield. On August 15, 2021, he married Mary L. Vavricka, who survives. He graduated from Sequoia High … Read more