Dorothy Louise Herman Hatfield, 95, Colorado Springs, Colo., formerly of the Elkhart and Goshen area died November 19, 2015 in Colorado Springs. She was born Nov. 25, 1919, in Wabash to August Herman and Barbara (Obringer) Herman. She is survived by a son: James Edward (Myown) Hatfield, Colorado Springs, Colo.; a granddaughter: Linzie (C.J.) Stites; …read more.

Betty Jo Knafel, 79, Wabash, died at 4:20 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, 2015, at Meadow Brook Senior Living in Fishers, where she lived since April 2015. She was born Feb. 3, 1936, in Marion, to Merl and Maratha (Kramer) Kelham. Betty Jo was a graduate of Albion High School and received her dental hygienist certificate …read more.

Jacqueline Jean “Jackie” Hipskind, 90, Wabash, died at 8:43 a.m. Friday, Dec. 11, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. She was born May 21, 1925, in Wabash to William Melvin and Florence Katherine (Charles) Dickson. Jackie married her high school sweetheart, Eugene Hipskind in Wabash on June 4, 1947; he died March 20, …read more.

WABASH — North Central Co-op’s scholarship program is an annual initiative to help support students seeking a college education. NCC continues its commitment to future agricultural professionals with eight high school senior scholarship awards, one Huntington University scholarship and the third annual Darrell L. Smith honorary scholarship. This year, NCC will offer eight scholarships to high school seniors. …read more.

Patrick A. Weitzel, 46, Andrews, passed away at 12:50 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born to Larry Weitzel (Diana) of Wabash, and Patricia (Smith) VanMeter of Silver Lake, on May 28, 1969, in Wabash. Patrick married Kelly Wilcox on June 5, 2003, she survived. …read more.

Richard F. Grove, 89, of Wabash, passed away on Friday, Dec. 4, 2015, at his home. He was born to the late Russell D. and Ruth (Henkel) Grove on March 17, 1926, in Fort Wayne. He was a Bluffton High School graduate. Richard married Dora A. Stevens on June 6, 1954, they have been married …read more.

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Melvin M. Myers, 83, of Peru, Indiana, died at 7:25 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015 at Blair Ridge Health Campus in Peru. He was born February 27, 1932 in Peru, to Vernon Wilbur and Esther Fern (Ream) Myers. Melvin was a 1950 graduate of Jefferson Township High School in Mexico, Ind. He served in the …read more.

Melvin M. Myers, 83, Peru, died at 7:25 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015, at Blair Ridge Health Campus in Peru. He was born Feb. 27, 1932, in Peru, to Vernon Wilbur and Esther Fern (Ream) Myers. Melvin was a 1950 graduate of Jefferson Township High School in Mexico. He served in the U.S. Air Force …read more.

Terry D. Enyeart, 75, Wabash, died at 6:35 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2015, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. He was born Dec. 30, 1939, in Wabash to Ralph F. “Bunk” and Amy (Ball) Enyeart. Terry was a 1958 graduate of Wabash High School. He married Julie Walter on Aug. 29, 1959, in Asheville, N.C. He retired …read more.

Dottie Louise Perkins, 77, of rural Wabash, died at 2:25 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2015, at her home. She was born Aug. 9, 1938, in Owingsville, Ky. to Mamie Purvis. Dottie first married Alexander Julian, she then married William H. “Hayes” Perkins, they both preceded her in death. She was a homemaker, enjoyed going to …read more.

Betty Elaine Waldon, 76, Wabash, died at 11:50 a.m. Friday, Nov. 27, 2015, at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, where she lived the past three years. She was born March 30, 1939, in New London, Connecticut to Martin and Lenore (Clark) Turner. Betty married Paul G. Waldon in Lyme, Ct.on Dec. 1, 1956, he …read more.

Cheryl Kay Koehler, 71, Wabash, died at 9:05 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015, from the result of an auto accident. She was born April 29, 1944, in Wabash, to Kenneth and Norma (Collins) Alger. Cheryl received her Bachelors degree from Ball State Univeristy and her Masters degree from Manchester College. She was a retired school …read more.

Jeanette Bernadine Greer, 94, of Wabash, died at 8:02 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 26, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. She was born July 18, 1921, in Huntington County, to Leon Sr. and Catherine (Smith) Lengel. Jeanette married Robert C. Greer in Wabash on Sept. 27, 1941; he died Nov. 27, 2003. She …read more.

Mitchell K. Maples, 49, of Andrews died at 3:40 pm, Thursday, Nov. 26, 2015, at his home. He was born June 20, 1966 in Wabash, to Merle Sr. and Phyllis (Melzoni) Maples. Mitchell was a 1984 graduate of Wabash High School. He worked at Huntington Aluminum. He enjoyed golfing, hunting, and being outdoors. He is …read more.

Margie Ellen Holley, 72, of Wabash, died at 6:28 am, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. She was born Aug. 1, 1943 in Huntington, to Frederick and Reva (Obenour) Sands. Margie married Jack Lee Holley, Sr. in Wabash on Aug. 21, 1970, he died Oct. 6, 1986. She worked at …read more.

Robert J. Love Sr., 81, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at midnight Friday, Nov. 27, 2015 at Wellbrooke of Wabash in Wabash. He was born to the late Ruben J. and Lucille (Pedigo) Love on Nov. 22, 1934 in Buffalo Valley, Tenn. Robert retired from General Motors Corporation after 32 years in 1990. He served …read more.

David Dee Cox, 54, of rural Wabash, died at 7:45 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2015, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born Nov. 12, 1961, in Marion, to Larry Dee and Jenny (Wilson) Cox. David was a 1980 graduate of Marion High School. He married Glenna Branson in Huntington County, Indiana, on July …read more.

WABASH — Charley Creek Gardens will host their 7th Annual Yule Time Stroll, open to the public from 6-9 p.m. Dec. 12-23. Bring the family and enjoy a peaceful walk along the lighted path of the Gardens.

WABASH — “My dreams began in Wabash,” said Last Comic Standing Finalist Michael Palascak. “It came from within when I overheard other people being funny. I knew I was funny, and people just didn’t know it yet.”

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WABASH — One person was killed and three others injured, including two children, in a two-vehicle accident involving a semitractor-trailer accident. The accident was at 9:20 a.m. on US 24 at Alber Street. Heavy fog was present in the area at the time of the accident.

Landon C. Smith, 27, Wabash, passed away at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015, at his home. He was born in Wabash, to Douglas E. and Teresa K. (Crace) Smith on Oct. 8, 1988. Landon attended Wabash High School and received his G.E.D.. He was the District Manager at the Wabash Plain Dealer. Landon loved …read more.

Ricky Dean Combs, 60, Wabash, died Sunday, Nov. 22, 2015, at his home. He was born June 14, 1955, in Wabash, to Logan Sr. and Marylou (Morgan) Combs. Rick married Kimberly (Davis) Campbell in Wabash on Dec. 14, 2013. He was a member of the Wabash Church of the Nazarene. He enjoyed camping, fishing, the …read more.

By HAYLEY BEAUCHAMP Communications Manager, The Honeywell Foundation WABASH — The Honeywell Center has announced the on sale date for a new comedy show starring comedian Tim Hawkins. Tickets will go on sale to the public at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24. The show will take place at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 4. Comic John Branyan …read more.

Imogene Marcella Bland, 92, Wabash, died at 6:24 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, 2015, at Millers Merry Manor East in Wabash. She was born Sept. 8, 1923, in Wabash County, to David “Robert” and Marie (Zook) Mettler. Imogene married Wayne William Bland in Wabash on Feb. 19, 1944; he died Oct. 1983. She worked 36 years …read more.

Julie Verona Tiede, 82, of Wabash, died at 12:02 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015, at her home in the presence of her family. She was born Sept. 18, 1933, in Universal, better known as “Bunsen”, the name of the deep shaft coal mine where her father worked, and only a short distance from the front …read more.

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Bobby Jene “Bob” Hall, 78, Wabash, died at 7:07 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born March 23, 1937 in Hindman, Ky. to Herbert and Helen (Gayhart) Hall. Bob married Mary K. Quinn, she died March 28, 2007. He retired from the Wabash City Street Department …read more.

Katherine Lucille (Osborne) Stangl, 55, Wabash, died at 1:10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2015, at her home. She was born April 8, 1960, in Wabash, to Elbert Osborne and June (McWhirt) Davis. Katherine married David Lee Stangl in Wabash on May 27, 2007. She worked at Pizza Hut for 16 years in the kitchen and …read more.

William D Kingery, 87, Wabash, died at 11:45 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015, at Parkview Wabash Hospital in Wabash. He was born June 30, 1928, in Miami County, to Alonzo and Lenora (Brady) Kingery. William married June I. Daine in Peru, on Feb. 12, 1950; she died Nov. 9, 2009. He retired from General Tire …read more.

Basil D. Azbell, 80, rural Wabash, died at 12:44 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015, at his home. He was born Dec. 20, 1934, in Cass County, to Wilbur and Marie (Kingery) Azbell. Basil married Janice J. Davenport on Jan. 9, 1960, at the College Corner Brethren Church in Wabash County. Basil was a US Army …read more.

Mack Edward Williams, 74, Wabash, died at 5:08 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. He was born Feb. 6, 1941, in Harlan County, Ky. to Walter and Leora (France) Williams. Mack was a longtime caregiver for Vickie Gibson. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed hunting, gardening, playing cards, joking, and having fun. …read more.

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By LINDSAY JANCEK Communications Director MISHAWAKA — Congresswoman Jackie Walorski reminded constituents that a member of her staff will hold office hours to assist constituents with casework and official business. The Rochester district office, 709 Main St., Rochester, is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday.  Constituents can stop by or call (574) 223-4373 …read more.

Walter R. Flitcraft, 63, Wabash, died at 1:30 a.m., Friday, Nov. 6, 2015, at his home. He was born Sept. 17, 1952, in Rochester, to Walter R. “Walt” and Margaret E. (Thompson) Flitcraft. Walter was a 1971 graduate of Northfield High School. He married Tracy McNabney at the Olive Branch Church of God in Miami …read more.

Douglas Frederick Drye, 41, of Wabash, died at his home in Wabash. He was born April 12, 1974, in Logansport, to Heinrich Frederick and Barbara Jean (Milliner) Drye. Doug was a 1992 graduate of Logansport High School, attended Cedarville University in Cedarville, Ohio, received his bachelors in psychology from Purdue University, and his masters in …read more.

Barbara L. Nash, 72, of Macy, passed 1:13 p.m., Friday, Nov. 6, 2015, at Kosciusko Community Hospital of Warsaw. She was born Oct. 20, 1943, in Sullivan, to Bruce and Keitha (Kirk) Brown. She was married on Nov. 26, 1981, in Sullivan, Indiana to Edgar C. Nash. He survives. She had worked in previous years at …read more.

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Carl E. Rife, 80, of Wabash, died at 6:25 p.m. Monday, Nov. 2, 2015, at his home. He was born Nov. 17, 1934, in Aflex, Ky. to John and Mae (Fields) Rife. Carl married Laura “Sis” Dillon in Richmond, and they were married 59 years. He was a US Army veteran and retired from Celotex …read more.

Garnett E Short, 86, Wabash, died at 4:27 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. She was born July 2, 1929, in Van Lear, Kentucky to Harry and Susie (Hall) Adams. Garnett first married Clyde “Archie” Collins in Paintsville, Ky. in 1950; he died in 1995. Her second marriage was …read more.

Emilie Mae Harnish, 17, of rural Wabash, died at 11:09 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, 2015, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born May 13, 1998, in Peru, to Chris and Desiree (Robinson) Harnish. Emilie was a senior at Southwood High School and attended the Wabash Friends Church. Volleyball was her passion, and she …read more.

Phillip Wayne Ridenour, 74, a lifetime resident of Wabash, passed away at 8:15 a.m. Oct. 31, at Millers Merry Manor West in Wabash. He was born to the late Dwight and Catherine (Moon) Ridenour Sept. 8, 1941 in Wabash. Phillip has lived for 25 years at the Pathfinders Group Home in Wabash, Indiana and considered …read more.

Dorothy G. Johnson Drook, 89, Arcadia, Fla. died at 11:54 p.m. Oct. 23, 2015, at her summer home in Wabash. She was the widow of Murry K. Drook. Born April 20, 1926, in Greeneville, Tenn. to Boy J. and Polly Fox Johnson. She is survived by a daughter: Georgia Proffitt Engelman; a son: Charles Dennis …read more.

Jody Ann Miller, 38, Wabash, died at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015, at her home. She was born Aug. 4, 1977, in Wabash, to Joseph and Lois (Easterday) Murray. She enjoyed country music and watching television. She is survived by her mother: Lois Murray, Wabash; daughter; Madison Miller, Andrews; two sisters: Lora Slagal; and …read more.

By DARLA MCCAMMON, Lakeland Art Association Perspective is the rein and rudder of painting,” is a quote attributed to Leonardo da Vinci.  But first we need to know — what is perspective? Perspective is what gives art realism. For instance, when an artist creates a view on a flat surface of a painting which appears …read more.

Mary A. Cooper, 93, of Wabash, passed away at 11 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, at her home. She was born to the late Charles and Edna (Scott) Keafauver on Oct. 11, 1922, in Marion. Mary married George D. “Bunk” Cooper on Jan. 5, 1940, he passed away on Nov. 3, 1989. She retired from …read more.

Karsyn Kennedy Bratch, 12, of Wabash, died at 7:48 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, at her home. She was born Feb. 17, 2003, in Logansport, to Robert J. Bratch and Linette (Robinson) Burchett. Karsyn was a seventh grader at Wabash Middle School, and was in the Metropolitan School District of Wabash County until sixth grade. …read more.

Jane Ann Bakehorn, 50, Wabash, died at approximately 2:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, at her home. She was born Dec. 22, 1964, in Wabash, to Clarence McNeeley and Beverly (Dohse) Chaplin. Jane married Jeff Bakehorn in Wabash on June 27, 1998. She was a homemaker and enjoyed gardening, crafts, woodworking, and loved animals. She …read more.

Larry Lee Olmstead, 85, of Wabash, died at 6:19 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born Oct. 1, 1930, in Columbia City, to Ralph and Helen (Featheringill) Olmstead. He married Carol L. Smith in Rochester, on Oct. 13, 1957; she died Feb. 7, 2010. Larry was a resident …read more.

Eugene H. “Gene” Fox, 56, of rural North Manchester, died at 8:22 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born April 3, 1959, in Fort Wayne, the son of Wilbur D. and Vita “Vi” (Chenoweth) Miller. Gene was a 1977 graduate of Northfield High School. He worked …read more.

Edwin E. Benjamin, 93, of Wabash, died peacefully at 10:17 a.m. Sunday morning, Oct. 18, 2015, at Wellbrooke of Wabash following a difficult battle with cancer. He was born March 4, 1922, in Monticello, to Grover and Verdie (Wilson) Benjamin. In 1940, Ed graduated from Monticello High School and later attended Indiana University in Bloomington. …read more.

Bruce Christopher Sanson, 59, Auburn, died at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 5, 2015, at his home in Auburn. He was born March 19, 1956, in Wabash, to Russell and Wilodene (Kemery) Sanson. Bruce was a 1975 graduate of Manchester High School. He was a truck driver for US Express in Springfield, Ohio for 24 years. …read more.

By SHIRLEY WILLARD Historian, Fulton County Historical Society DELPHI — “Boom then bust,” that’s what happened to canals in Indiana after the Civil War. “Boom and no bust” was true for the emerging railroads. “Simply stated, the railroads took the shipping and passenger business away from the country’s canals,” Dan McCain, president of the Wabash & …read more.

James R. “Jim” Smith, 92, of Wabash, died at 7:45 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015, at his home in Wabash. He was born December 9, 1922 in Wabash County to Pearl and Mary (Vinson) Smith. Jim married Betty Knee in Wabash County, on Aug. 9, 1942. He served in the US Army Air Corp during …read more.

Virginia Mae Forney, 97, of Wabash, died at 9:11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 9, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. She was born March 21, 1918 in Wabash County, Indiana to John and Elsie Mae (Kirby) Baldinger. Virginia married Verlin L. Forney, in Wabash, on May 8, 1952. He died Jan. 15, 1984. She …read more.

Marjorie Eileen DeFord, 92, of North Manchester, formerly of Wabash, died at 2:25 p.m., Friday, Oct. 9, 2015 at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester. She was born June 19, 1923, in Huntington, to Zenno and Amelia (Diefenbaugh) Malott. Marjorie was a 1942 graduate of Wabash High School. She retired from Honeywell/Markhon in Wabash. She …read more.

MISHAWAKA — Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02) reminded constituents that a member of her staff will be holding office hours to assist constituents with casework and official business. Area dates, locations and times are:

Josephine Fields, 83, of Packerton, passed away at 8:55 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 in Signature Health Care, Bremen. Fields was born March 31, 1932, to Albert an Anna (Stephens) Hall in Prestonsburg, Ky. She married her husband, Okie Fields, July 31, 1951. Fields was a homemaker and a member of the Old United Baptist Church. …read more.

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Janet L. Walters, 54, Sebring, Fla., formerly of North Manchester, passed away at 8:50 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015 at Good Shepherd Hospice Home, Sebring, Fla. She was born to Harold Ray and Deloris (Greer) Walters on April 17, 1961 in Wabash County, Indiana.

Francis Gene Holman, 86, of North Manchester, died at 8:05 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, 2015 at Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Holman was born in in Benton, Ill. Dec. 17, 1928 to Orpha Holman and Gladys (Kelley) Holman, who survives. Holman was a staff sergeant in the U.S. Air Force from 1950-1954. He started working …read more.

WABASH — Celebrating its 6th Quinquennial Monster Concert, the Honeywell Center will present “A Grand Time: Piano Extravaganza” in the Ford Theater at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 under the direction of John Kozar, with select pieces directed by guest conductor Norma Meyer. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students 18 years and younger.

Robert K. Eviston, 92, of Wabash, passed away at 12:40 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, at Wellbrooke of Wabash in Wabash. He was born to the late Hugh and Hazel (Matthews) Eviston on April 5, 1923, in Wabash County. He was a graduate from Lincolnville High School. Robert was a farmer and retired from Wabash …read more.

C. Jean Myers, 64, of Georgetown, Ill., transferred peacefully to heaven at 10:14 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, 2015, at her home in Georgetown. She was born Dec. 15, 1950, in Akron, Ohio to John and Ruthella (Lawrence) Ruth. Jean received her associates degree from Indiana Business College. She married John K. Myers in Marion, on …read more.

Kim Marina “Kymm” Thibert, 35, Columbia City, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday Sept. 10, 2015, and with her she took a piece of our hearts. Kymm was born March 6, 1980 in Wales, Mass. She loved spending time with family and friends. She had a smile for everyone and saw the best in people. Kymm …read more.

SYRACUSE – Garrett won the Wawasee Volleyball Invite title while Wawasee, Whitko and Tippecanoe Valley were battling among the group.

Christopher S. Erb, 41, of Wabash, passed away at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2015, at his home. He was born on June 14, 1974, in Los Angeles, Calif. to Alfredo Rodriguez of Wabash, and the late, Linda Lou Erb-Rodriguez. Chris is also survived by daughter: Ashley Lynn Erb, Los Angeles, Calif.; Jessie Rameriz, Wabash; …read more.

Regina Ann Pitts, 56, of Wabash, died at 10:58 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2015, at her home. She was born Dec. 13, 1958, in Wabash, to Walter and Irene (Cloe) Haynes. Regina was a 1977 graduate of Trimble County High School in Bedford, Kentucky and attended college for a short while. She worked as a …read more.

WABASH — For three weeks this fall, the Eagles Theatre will bring Nashville to Wabash, with acoustic sessions by award-winning singer/songwriters who will perform their hits and talk about gaining success in Nashville and beyond.

Derin Leigh Fisher, 35, of Kokomo, died at 1:31 am, Monday, Sept. 14, 2015, at her home. She was born Nov. 16, 1979, in Wabash, to Michael G. “Mick” Fisher and Debbra D. (McKinney) Turner. Derin attended Wabash City Schools for several years, and was a 1998 graduate of Franklin High School. She lived in …read more.

Ronald Lynn Osborne, 52, of Wabash, died at 12:40 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born March 19, 1963, in Wabash. Ron graduated from Wabash High School in 1981 and completed his Bachelor’s Degree at Ball State University. He worked at the Honeywell Center in the …read more.

CARMEL — According to WTHR, FBI agents conducted raids at several locations across Hamilton and Marion Counties, including the residence of the CEO of American Senior Communities, a company that provides long-term care to seniors. WTHR reports the raids began early Tuesday, and at noon, federal agents were seen going in and out of the home …read more.

Egypt Crowder, 26, of Wabash, died at 3 a.m. Monday, Sept. 14, 2015, at Vernon Manor Children’s Home in Wabash. She was born Jan. 16, 1989, in Gary, to and Ed Bibbs and Kathy Crowder. Egypt was a resident of Vernon Manor Children’s Home, and a 2010 Wabash-Miami Area Program graduate. She was a former Girl Scout, …read more.

By HAYLEY BEAUCHAMP Development and Marketing, Communications Manager, The Honeywell Foundation, Inc. WABASH — The Eagles Theatre will present classic films every Tuesday beginning Oct. 6 through Dec. 22. Show times are at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., admission is $2 per person. Thanks to our Throwback Tuesday Sponsors: Lead Sponsor First Farmers Bank & …read more.

Sierra Jade Edwards, 31, of Marion, formerly of Green Bay, Wis. , died at 6:28 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2015, from injuries received in an automobile accident, with her beloved dog, Drogyyn, by her side. She was born May 8, 1984, in Wabash to David S. Edwards and Janet Jacoby VerMaas. Sierra was a member …read more.

Clarence Ochel Music, 79, of Wabash, died at 4:20 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2015, at Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis. He was born Feb. 4, 1936, in Paintsville, Ky. to Amos and Clara (Ratliff) Music. Clarence was a US Army veteran. He retired from General Tire in Wabash. He was a member …read more.

WABASH — The Honeywell Center has announced the on sale date for two new concerts: “Kenny Rogers Christmas and Hits: Once Again It’s Christmas with Linda Davis” and Mark Lowry. Tickets for both events will go on sale to the public at 8 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 17.

MISHAWAKA — Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02) reminded constituents that a member of her staff will be holding office hours to assist constituents with casework and official business.

Robert R. McCallen, Jr. 88, of Wabash, long time resident, local businessman and former Mayor of the City of Wabash, died at 4:47 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2015, at St. Vincent Heart Center in Indianapolis. He was born Nov. 15, 1926, in Effingham, Ill. to Ray Robert and Fairy (Byers) McCallen. He is survived by …read more.

Catherine Joann Brown, 27, of Gas City, passed away at 7:31 a.m. Friday, Sept. 4, 2015 in Swayzee. She was born to Kenny Stiddom of Adamsville, Tenn. and Tawna (Miracle) Davis of Memphis, Tenn. on Nov. 20, 1987, in Wabash. She is also survived by daughter: Kaelynne Emily; brother: James Stiddom, Adamsville, Tenn.; and sister: …read more.

Steve L Maggart, 64, of Wabash, died Sunday, Sept. 6, 2015, at St. Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born Aug. 13, 1951, in Wabash, to Thomas Bradley Maggart and Marie (Maybery) Maggart Bolin. Steve was a 1969 graduate of Peru High School. He married Cindy Aust in Peru on March 23, 1974. He …read more.

Elizabeth Ann Tyner, 74, of Wabash, died at 1 p.m.  Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015, at her home. She was born Sept. 25, 1940, in Wabash, to Robert and Ruth (Warner) Oswalt. She married Terry Lee Tyner at the Bunker Hill Air Force Base Chapel on Nov. 30, 1963. Elizabeth was an Air Force wife for over 13 years …read more.

WABASH — Josh Kaufman, contestant and winner of “The Voice” will perform at the Honeywell Center in the Ford Theater at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2. The performance is part of the Wabash Valley Music Association series.

Karen E. Thompson, 67, of Wabash, died at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2015, at her home. She was born Feb. 16, 1948, in Wabash, to Russell and Lodema (Speicher) Kirby. Karen was a 1966 graduate of Southwood High School, and a graduate of Manchester College. She married Ballard Thompson in Wabash on May 18, …read more.

WABASH – Whitko didn’t have a full team compete, but did have runners working at the Northfield Invitational Saturday morning.

Phyllis Corricelli, 91, North Manchester, died at 5:12 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, 2015 in Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester.  Arrangements are pending at McKee Mortuary, 1401 SR 114W, North Manchester.

Mary Jane Brooks, 87, Glendale, Ariz., died Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015 in The Gardens of Sun City, Sun City, Ariz. She was born Aug. 29, 1927 in Albion to Charles O. & Gladys E. (Frasier) Bowman.  On August 29, 1947 she married R. Ned Brooks. He died December 8, 2013. She was a homemaker and …read more.

Shirley A. Hobbs, age 79, of Wabash passed away at 5:40 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, 2015 at Autumn Ridge Healthcare Center in Wabash. She was born to the late Foster Gatchel Sr. and Florence (Hart) Gatchel on Oct. 11, 1935 in Wabash. Shirley married Melvin Richard Hobbs on July 26, 1957, he passed away Aug. …read more.

Surrounded by angels, earthly and celestial, Gene Hoover, 90, entered eternity into the open arms of His Lord and Savior on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2015, in Matthews, North Carolina. He had been in declining health for several years, but he fought the good fight until the very end. Gene was born Feb. 11, 1925, in …read more.

WABASH — Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet, and Leonardo da Vinci — even master artists started their careers as art students. Will the next “master artist” be in this generation? Amazingly talented high school students will take part in this exciting exhibit at the Honeywell Center Clark Gallery Aug. 28 through Oct. 5. This exhibit is sponsored by The Cleaning Company.

Sarah N. Shafer, 78, of rural Wabash, died at 9:45 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. She was born Feb. 27, 1937, in Patterson, Ga. to R.L. and Kate (Davis) Walker. Sarah was a 1954 graduate of Peru High School. She married Donald L. Shafer in Peru, on June …read more.

Berton M. Moore, 82, Wabash, passed away at 5:35 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 2015, at VA Northern Indiana Health Care System, Marion. He was born to the late William V. and Agnes (Campbell) Moore on March 9, 1933, in Wabash. He married Phyllis Akers on June 30, 1956, she survives. Berton served his country in …read more.

Ruth E. Brown, 74, of Wabash, passed away at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born to the late Walter Evans and Lula Mae (Ward) Hartsell on July 18, 1941, in Wabash. Ruth retired from Wabash County Hospital as a housekeeper. She was a member of Christ Fellowship …read more.

WARSAW – A review of Warsaw games from Thursday, August 20.

Don Otis Gardenour, 93, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Wabash, died at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 17, 2015, at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born Aug. 10, 1922, in Huntington, to Don Gardenour and Cecil (Divelbiss) Gardenour Montel. Don was a 1941 graduate of Huntington Township High School. He was a US Army veteran during …read more.

Jerry R. Stoner, 75, of Wabash, passed away at 8:08 a.m. Monday, Aug. 17, 2015, at his home. He was born to the late Roy W. and Kathrine (Welker) Stoner on Aug. 8, 1940, in Delphi. Jerry was a 1958 graduate from Delphi High School and attended IU of Kokomo. He married Roxanna Wray on June 11, …read more.

Maria (Castro) Santos-Rubio, 90, of Wabash, passed away at 12:31 a.m. on Aug. 17, 2015 at Miller’s Merry Manor West in Wabash. She was born to the late Silvestre and Isabel (Rangel) Castro on March 30, 1925, in Alamo, Texas. Maria grew up around Edinburg, Texas. She lived most of her life in Port Lavaca, Texas, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts will be awarding 48 Indiana farmers this Wednesday for their river-friendly farming practices.

Josephine Lucille Foust, 75, of rural Denver, died at 10:55 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, 2015, at her son’s home. She was born Oct. 15, 1939 in Midland County, MIch., to Joseph and Erma (Swan) Klashak. Josephine married Charles Foust in Coleman, Mich., on Oct. 20, 1956; he died Oct. 12, 1984. She worked part-time at David Doud’s Countyline Orchard, and …read more.