Donna Lou (Tate) Williams, 86 years old, of Peru, passed away at Blair Ridge Memory Care Unit, on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 1:42PM. She was born in Kokomo, Indiana on July 28, 1938, the daughter of Afton and Beatrice Tate. She married Jerry S. Williams on December 25, 1955, and he proceeded … Read more
Vicki L. Gustin, 76, of Peru passed away on Monday, November 4th, 2024 at home in her sleep surrounded by family. She was born December 17, 1947, in Peru, Indiana to Forest R. Gustin and Virginia L. (Miller) Gustin. She worked for Delco as a secretary for 32 years. She loved the beach, cryptograms, sitting … Read more
Carl Hoke, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend passed away peacefully on November 5 2024, in Marion, Indiana, at the age of 91. He is survived by his cherished wife, Carolyn Hoke, son, Barret Hoke, and brother, Glen Hoke. Carl was predeceased by his brothers, Donald and Kenneth Hoke, whose memories will continue to … Read more
Daniel “Danny” Helton, born on June 8, 1960, in Peru, IN, went on his last ride on November 4, 2024, at Aperion Care Marion. Danny lived a life rich in passion and camaraderie, always leaving a lasting impression on those fortunate enough to know him. Danny was a proud veteran, having served in the Marines, … Read more
Martha N. Thompson, a remarkable woman whose life was defined by unwavering dedication and service, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2024, at the age of eighty-two. She was born on August 22, 1942, in Savanah, Tennessee. Martha’s professional journey was notable. She devoted forty-two years to the Dana Corporation in accounts payable, where her … Read more
Marcia Ann (Thorne) Hamaker, 93, passed peacefully into the Lord’s embrace early on Saturday morning, November 2, 2024. A lifelong woman of faith, Marcia now reunites with her beloved husband, Ronald “Ronnie” W. Hamaker, who passed in 2019, and her dear son, David L. Hamaker, who predeceased her in 2010. Born and raised in Marion, … Read more
Ryan Jason Reamer, 44, of Van Buren, passed away at 11:36 am on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at Community Howard Regional Health in Kokomo. He was born in Trenton, Michigan, on Sunday, June 15, 1980, to Ricky and Gail (Keller) Reamer. On December 13, 2014, he married Brandy Kay Heral. Ryan graduated from Marion High … Read more
Thomas “Tom” David Swan, 81, of Marion, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Miller’s Merry Manor. He was born in Vincennes, Indiana, on August 13, 1943, to Kenneth and Mary (Strahle) Swan. Tom was a truck driver for many years. He enjoyed traveling and listening to country music. He was a lifelong Chicago … Read more
Hattie Lee Cochran, 20, of Summitville, Indiana, formerly of LaFontaine, Indiana passed away at 5:37 p.m. on Monday, November 4, 2024, at Community Hospital in Anderson, Indiana. She was born on January 1, 2004, at 7:54 a.m., to Larry Cochran and Jennifer Smith in Muncie, Indiana. Hattie attended Southwood High School. She held a membership … Read more
Kim William Butler, born on December 13, 1954, to Jack William and Thelma Jean (Jagger) Butler, in Rochester, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly in North Manchester, Indiana, on November 1, 2024, at the age of 69. A dedicated professional, Kim devoted thirty-nine years of his career to Laketon Refining Corporation, from where he retired in 2019. … Read more