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Katelyn Blinn

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Katelyn Blinn, a beloved friend, sister, daughter, granddaughter, aunt, and mother. She leaves a legacy of adventure, fierceness, and an indomitable spirit that touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Katie passed peacefully at home early on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, after … Read more

John L. Sparks

John L. Sparks, 65, of Peru passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Visitation will be held from 11am to 1pm on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru. The funeral service will follow at 1pm with Michael Clark officiating. A full obituary will follow. Arrangements have been entrusted … Read more

John Anthony Frantz

John Anthony Frantz, 62, of Marion, passed away at 1:28 am on Monday, March 31, 2025, in his home. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on April 11, 1962, to Max and Virginia (Wheeler) Frantz. On September 11, 1989, he married Lori L. (Owings), and she preceded him in death on August 11, 2009. John … Read more

Gayles Hayden Duncan

Gayles Hayden Duncan, 78, of Hartford City, passed away at 1:06 pm on Monday, March 31, 2025, at Wesleyan Health Care & Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Oneida, Tennessee, on Sunday, October 20, 1946, to E.T. Harness and Nola (Duncan) Phillips. He married Leisa Barton on July 20, 1991, and she survives. Gayles served … Read more

Donald L. Duncan

Donald L. Duncan, 80, of Kokomo, passed away at 8:43 pm on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Wellbrooke of Kokomo. He was born in Kokomo, Indiana, on December 23, 1944, to Edward D. and Mary J. (Brough) Duncan. Donald graduated from Eastern High School in Greentown and attended Ball State University. He proudly served his … Read more

Stephanie Ann (Smithhart) Southerland

Gone to Glory on March 28, 2025!  Hallelujah! Stephanie Ann (Smithhart) Southerland was born on Friday, November 10, 1950, to Joseph Lester and Iva Celia (Diskey) Smithhart, Sr., at Marion General Hospital.  She was a lifetime resident of Marion, Grant County, Indiana, and took pride in her hometown. Stephanie graduated from Marion High School in … Read more

Stephanie Ann Logan

Stephanie Ann Logan, born on December 21, 1968, in Wabash, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, at Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne. The daughter of Merl McGee and Jacqueline (Flack) Bales, Stephanie was a cherished individual whose warm spirit and genuine love for others touched the lives of many. Stephanie graduated from Manchester High … Read more

Connie Marie Dillingham

Connie Marie Dillingham, 65, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025, from a life long heart condition. She was born on May 30, 1959, in Wabash, Indiana, to Valon and Martha (King) Dillingham. Connie enjoyed reading, crocheting, doing puzzles, and eating morel mushrooms, but most importantly her Coca-Cola. She took great pleasure in … Read more