Islee Luella Davis, born to Angel Ward and Zach Davis Sept. 29, 2016 at 3:48 a.m. lost her life shortly before entering the world. She will be deeply, deeply missed by all that awaited her arrival. Her oldest sister Mary-Jane Ward is very saddened her Christmas wish will not be granted after all. Her next …read more.

Timothy A. “Homer” Watson, 66, passed away of natural causes at 5:05 a.m. Friday, Sept. 30, 2016 at the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka. Homer was born in Plymouth Dec. 28, 1949 to Charles W. and Wilma J. (Goodman) Watson. He graduated from Plymouth High School with the class of 1968. He served in …read more.

Dean L. Zehner, 68, Plymouth, passed away Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016 in the Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center-Plymouth Campus. Dean was born Jan. 26, 1948 in Vero Beach, Fla., to the late Donald B. and Florence M. (Collins) Zehner. He had worked for U.S. Granules for several years. Surviving are his children: Don (Christi) Zehner, …read more.

Lifetime resident Duane Kreighbaum, 65, died at his home Tuesday evening, Sept. 20, 2016. Born Dennis Duane Kreighbaum on Aug. 10, 1951, in Plymouth, he was the second born of three children to Leo Eldon and Marie Alice (Stuntz) Kreighbaum. During his school years he was involved in F.F.A. and graduated with the PHS Class …read more.

Hazel B. Gilliland, 90, Plymouth resident since 1960, passed away at 5:10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2016, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth. Hazel was born in Indianapolis on May 1, 1923, to Phreno and Carrie (Shook) Mathis. She graduated from Bunker Hill High School with the class of 1944. After graduating from Bunker Hill High …read more.

LaVerne C. (Herbert) Keck, 88, passed away at home with her family near at 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016. She was a lifetime area resident. LaVerne was born on July 6, 1928, in Teegarden, to Millard C. and Grace B. (Aldrich) Lemert. She attended Teegarden High School and graduated in 1946 from Tyner High …read more.

Marjorie Padgett Houghton, 96, Plymouth, passed away on Friday, Sept. 16, at George Ade Nursing Home. Marjorie was born on March 8, 1920 in Brook, to Harley A. and Winnie P. (Risley) Padgett. She grew up on the family farm in Newton County, graduating from Brook High School in 1938. She attended Franklin College in …read more.

Judith Ambrose, 76, Plymouth, passed away of natural causes at 8:45 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka. The daughter of Delwin Libby, Judy was born December 12, 1939 in Rockport. On July 19, 1958, Judy and James were married in LaPorte. He preceded her in death Dec. 14, 2013. In 1958 …read more.

Robert W. Anthony, 88, and lifetime Plymouth resident, passed away in his home at 3:47 p.m. Sept. 12, 2016. Born in Plymouth, Bob graduated from West High School with the class of 1946. He married Jacqueline (Brooke) Anthony in June of 1950. She would precede him in death in 1997. Bob served in the U.S. …read more.

Virginia M. Thomas, 65, lifetime Plymouth resident, passed away with her husband by her side Monday, Sept. 12, 2016 at the Elkhart Hospice House in Elkhart.

Judith Ambrose, 76, Plymouth, passed away Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016, in the Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center-Mishawaka Campus. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home at this time.

Irvin W. Myers, 88, passed away at 2:15 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016, at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth. Irvin was born in Danville, Ill., on July 8, 1928, to William Glenn and Hazel (Sadler) Myers. He graduated from Oakwood High School in Oakwood, Ill. On Nov. 26, 1953 in Bloomington, Ill., Irvin married the …read more.

Lifetime resident Michael Ousnamer, 71, passed away Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016, at his Plymouth home following an illness in the company and care of his family.

William “Bill” C. Niswonger, 77, of Plymouth, passed away Monday, Aug. 29, 2016, in his residence. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

Terry Lee “T.P.” Prater, 55, a Walkerton resident for the past ten years and formerly of Plymouth, passed away due to natural causes Thursday, Aug. 25, in the Parkview Regional Medical Center – Ft. Wayne.

Michael Ousnamer, 71, Plymouth, passed away Saturday morning, Aug. 27 at his home in the company of his wife Sharon and children. Service arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

Edna Mae Keyser Couts Keltz Wagoner, 93, Plymouth, peacefully went to be with the Lord Aug. 24, 2016.

Ronald E. Woolley, 72, of Plymouth, passed away at 7:45 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 20, 2016, in the Hospice House of St. Joseph County.

Pedro G. Vasquez Jr., 47, passed away Sunday morning, Aug. 21, 2016, at his Plymouth home following an illness. Service arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home  

Pauletta “Ann” (Hess) Mays, 75, passed away at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth, on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016. Ann was born in Rushville on April 25, 1941, to Harold and Lola (Stevens) Hess. She graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1959. She worked as a ward clerk for 27 years at the St. …read more.

Eugene C. “Gene” Peters, 86, Plymouth, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016, in his residence. He was born Jan. 14, 1930, in Chicago Heights, Ill., to the late August L. and Minnie (Rinkenberger) Peters. Eugene graduated from Lowell High School in 1948. He was an operating engineer for the Local Union 150 for 45 years. …read more.

James L. Hoff, 50, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016. Jim was born on March 16, 1966, in Plymouth, to Joe D. and Jennifer (Linn) Hoff. He graduated from Plymouth High School with the class of 1985. He worked as a welder for Newmar and Real Products. Jim enjoyed working …read more.

Harold “Hattie” A. Bagley, 86, formerly of Lake of the Woods, died Aug. 11, 2016, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. He was born in Pontiac, Mich., on July 29, 1930, to Frank and Mary (Cunningham) Bagley. Hattie was the oldest of eight children who include: Francis Atkinson; Jean Horvath; David Bagley; Terry Bagley;  Leslie Eppert, …read more.

Brian F. Royer, 47, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2016, in his Argos home. Brian was born the son of Frank D. and Carole S. (Rogers) Royer on July 28, 1969, in Logansport. He received his education at West Central High School. By trade Brian was a welder and worked in production for …read more.

Brian F. Royer, 47, passed away unexpectedly at his Argos home on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2016. Service arrangements are being planned at this time and are pending with Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

Sheila L. McNeal was born in South Bend Aug. 14, 1951 to Richard A. and Doris L. (Dawson) Green. Sheila married the love of her life, Gene A. McNeal Sr. Sept. 16, 1967. She worked for Bremen Glass for 32 years in production until her retirement. Sheila enjoyed bowling and was on many leagues with her …read more.

Kitty Ann Garnand, 64, former Plymouth resident, passed away on Aug. 9, 2016, in her home. Kitty was born on March 28, 1952, in Plymouth to Kenneth B. and Hilda M. (Lamborn) Bowman. She graduated from Plymouth High School. Beloved mother of daughter, Kelly Lynn Sheets, and son, Matt Todd Garnand. Her unconditional love, support …read more.

Kathy Dawn Schaeffner, 60, resident of Macy for the last twenty years, passed away early Tuesday morning, Aug. 9, 2016, in her residence.

Kitty A. Garnand, 64, and former Plymouth resident, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016, in her home in LebanonP. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home

Orion F. “Budd” Treat Jr., 85, passed away peacefully at home on Aug. 8, 2016, with his wife of 63 years, Ajean, and son, Gary, by his side. Budd was born in Pittsfield, Mass., on Dec. 19, 1930, to Virginia (Miller) Treat, originally from Plymouth, and Orion F. Treat Sr. The family moved back to …read more.

Longtime Plymouth retail merchant Budd Treat, 85, passed away peacefully at his home in the company of his family, Aug. 8, 2016. Services are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

Evelyn L. Reichard, 91, a resident of Pretty Lake, Plymouth since 1950, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016, in her home of natural causes. Evelyn was born in Rochester, on Nov. 22, 1924, to William and Ersa (Johnson) Garver. She attended schools in Rochester, Tippecanoe, Culver and graduated from Argos High School. On Jan. 10, …read more.

Evelyn L. Reichard, 91, a resident of Pretty Lake, Plymouth since 1950, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016, in her home. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth, with Pastor Charles Krieg officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 11 a.m. until the time …read more.

Marilyn Kay Couts, 54, a resident of Plymouth since 1974, passed away Monday, Aug. 1, 2016, at Community Hospital of Bremen. Marilyn was born Dec. 23, 1961, in Knox, to the late Harold P. and Edna H. (Miles) Couts. She had worked through Marshall-Starke Development Center as well as Manitou Training Center in Rochester. She …read more.

William D. Spencer Jr., 66, a former Plymouth resident, passed away under hospice care at 3 p.m. Friday, July 29, 2016, in the I.U. Health – Goshen following an extended illness. For the past three years, Bill has resided in Lagrange. Bill was born in Carlinville, Ill., on September 6, 1949, the son of William …read more.

Henry E. Watkins, 70, formerly of Argos, passed away at 9:45 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27, 2016. Henry was born in LaPorte County to George H. and Ethel (Sutherlin) Watkins. He worked in the steel mill industry most of his life and recycled items. Henry is survived by his children: Gary Beatty, Knox; Michelle (Rick) …read more.

Former Grovertown resident John Richard Carter, 90, entered eternal life at 5:50 p.m. Friday, July 22, 2016, in the Catherine Kasper Life Center, Donaldson. John has resided at the Maria Center for the past three years. John was born on Oct. 17, 1925, in Eldorado, Ark., to William H. and Katherine P. (Macnab) Carter. After …read more.

John R. Carter, 90, entered eternal life Friday evening, July 22, 2016 at Catherine Kasper Life Center, Donaldson. Service details are being finalized at this time and will be announced on Sunday. Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth, is in charge of arrangements.

Earl Miller, 80, passed away July 19, 2016 at Miller’s Merry Manor in Plymouth, with his family by his side.

George Smith, 81, passed away in his home on Tuesday evening July 19, 2016, with his daughters and sister at his side. George was born on Jan. 22, 1935, in McRoberts, Ky., to Mike Smith and Hazel Carter Murphy. In February 1954, George enlisted into the U.S. Army and served our country during the Korean …read more.

Butch died suddenly on Friday, July 15, in the Corona Regional Medical Center in California. Butch was a former Lake of the Woods resident and has made Corona his home for the past few years.

Lester D. Read, 90, passed away in his home on Saturday, July 9, 2016, with his family by his side.

Alvin D. Elmore II, 44, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Friday, July 1, 2016. Alvin was born in Elwood, in December, to Alvin D. Sr. and Valerie K. (Lantzer) Elmore. He attended Elwood High School. Alvin was currently working for Zimmer Biomet Inc., Warsaw as a metal processor. He is survived by his …read more.

Ellen L. Whittaker, former lifetime LaPaz resident, passed away of natural causes at 3:31 a.m. on Monday July 4, 2016, at the Caring Junction Home in Mishawaka.

Beloved educator Bob Pickell, 61, passed away Friday evening July 1, 2016 in South Bend at Memorial Hospital, following an accident at his home. Born Robert Paul Pickell II, June 28, 1955 in Muncie, he was the son of Robert Paul Sr. and Marilyn A. (Park) Pickell. He graduated from Yorktown High School in the …read more.

Patricia M. Yoder, 94, Plymouth, passed away in the We Belong Senior Home at 4:45 a.m. Sunday, July 3, 2016.

Jami E. Duell, 35, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday morning, June 28, 2016, at her home.

Dr. Kenneth “Ken” E. Mart D.C., 88, Plymouth, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 22, 2016 in his residence.

Billy James Smith, 88, a lifetime Plymouth resident, passed away Tuesday, June 21, 2016, in the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center—Mishawaka.

Bernice A. Murphy, 94, Plymouth, passed away Sunday afternoon in the Catherine Kasper Life Center of natural causes. Bernice remained a lifetime resident of Marshall County following her birth on March 9, 1922, at the Bremen home of her parents, Jesse M. and Cora A. (Hershberger) Parker. She had two siblings Ernest and Blanche. She …read more.

Gregory A. Holland, 61, passed away at 5:45 a.m. Monday, June 20, 2016, in his home with his family near.

Lucille R. Heydt passed away Sunday, June 19, 2016, at the Catherine Kasper Life Center in Donaldson.

Larry Allen Hoedema, 79, Plymouth, passed away Sunday, June 19, 2016, in the Plymouth–Miller’s Merry Manor.

Bernice A. Murphy, 94, a lifetime Marshall County resident, passed away Sunday, June 19, in the Catherine Kasper Life Center, Donaldson.

Dominic F. “Nick” Brizzolara, 83, passed away in his Plymouth home, Eastwood Estates, after an extended illness at 1:40 a.m. Friday, June 17, 2016, surrounded by his family. Born in Argos, on Oct. 31, 1932, he was the only child of Frank and Flora D. (Arado) Brizzolara, who had immigrated to Chicago, Ill. from Genoa, …read more.

Theresa N. Grubbs, 84, Plymouth, passed away at 10:55 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2016 in the Plymouth – Miller’s Merry Manor.

Jerry E. Nelson, 71, passed away peacefully early Thursday morning, June 2, at his residence. Jerry was born Sept. 18, 1944, in Argos to the late Maurice E. and Cleta R. (Miller) Nelson. He graduated from Culver High School in 1963. Jerry served our country in the United States Marine Corp. Reserves from Sept. 30, …read more.

Rebecca “Becky” A. Dipert, 70, a lifetime Marshall County resident, passed away with family near at 5:05 a.m. on Saturday, May 28, 2016, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Culver.

Richard D. “Dick” Olds, 74, Plymouth, passed away early Saturday morning, May 28, at his home after having been diagnosed with a rapid form of cancer. Dick was born in Pulaski County Jan. 3, 1942, the youngest of eight children born to Earl H. and Clara M. (Hamilton) Olds. He graduated from Grovertown High School …read more.

Jennifer L. (Wolfe) Sheets, 34, Plymouth, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2016, in the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center – Plymouth Campus.

Jerry M. Humes, 49, passed away following an illness, in her home at 9:43 p.m. Tuesday, May 24, 2016. The daughter of Douglas and Mary (Ketcham) Sumpter, Jerry was born on July 21, 1966, in Bremen. She attended Bremen and Plymouth Schools and obtained her G.E.D. On Dec. 26, 1984, Jerry and Ronald Lee Humes …read more.

Robert W. “Butch” Daumer Jr., 70, suddenly passed to his heavenly reward on Sunday morning, May 15. His death occurred at the Corona Regional Medical Center following a surgical procedure.

Clifton J. Wringer, 91, life-long resident of Walkerton, passed away at 5 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, 2016, in the Pilgrim Manor, Plymouth. He was born Dec. 26, 1924, LaPorte, to the late Forrest and Nellie (Goode) Wringer. Clifton graduated from Hamlet High School. On June 3, 1949, in LaPaz, he married Dorothy Lillian Rough; she …read more.

Dylan James Kruyer, 20, Plymouth, passed away suddenly in his mother’s home on Sunday, May 15, 2016. He was born in Plymouth on May 20, 1995, the son of James Robert Kruyer and Stephanie F. (Skipper) Kruyer. They both survive. Dylan was always a Momma’s boy. Dylan attended Plymouth schools and formerly worked at Subway …read more.

Lifetime resident John Harold Stone finished the race at the age of 65. He left us suddenly of natural causes Monday evening, May 16, 2016, in the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center – Plymouth Campus.

Dylan James Kruyer, 20, a resident of Plymouth, passed away suddenly at the home of his mother on Sunday morning, May 15, 2016. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

John Harold Stone, 65, Plymouth, passed away suddenly of natural causes on Monday, May 16, 2016, in the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center – Plymouth Campus.

Betty R. Lacher, 82, formerly of Plymouth, passed away at 7:50 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, 2016, in the Signature Healthcare of Bremen. Betty was born in Donaldson, on Dec. 21, 1933, to John C. and Ada Ethel (Fink) Livinghouse. She graduated from West High School, and served as the West High Alumni Secretary of her …read more.

Rev. Don. E. Grandlinard, 103, entered into his eternal life and the arms of his heavenly Father, early Monday, May 9, 2016, in his residence. Don was born Aug. 30, 1912, in Adams County, to the late William C. and Ica (French) Grandlinard. He graduated from Adams County High School and then Marion College. On …read more.

Rev. Don. E. Grandlinard, 103, entered into his eternal life and the arms of his Father, early Monday morning, May 9, 2016, in his residence. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

Fremont “Booksie” Philip Melvin Books, 102, long time resident of Plymouth since he was twelve years old, passed away peacefully in his own home on May 4, 2016, from natural causes.

Fremont P. Books, 102, Plymouth, passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2016, at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

Gordon Clark Taiclet, 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday morning, May 3, 2016 in the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth Campus. He was a former resident of Monterey and Argos.

Gordon C. Taiclet, 83, passed away peacefully in the company of his family on Tuesday morning in St. Joseph Regional Medical Center-Plymouth Campus.

Richard T. Beebe, 69, passed away early Sunday morning May 1, 2016, in his home with his caregiver and longtime friend, Heather McLeod, by his side, after a long battle with cancer. He was born on Jan. 18, 1947, to Albert and Frances Beebe in North Liberty. He graduated from North Liberty High School. Richard …read more.

Richard T. Beebe, 69, passed away in his home at 7:45 a.m. Sunday, May 1, 2016. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth.

Dianne K. Howe, 68, a lifetime Marshall County resident, passed away at 7:55 p.m. Wednesday, April 27, 2016, in Pilgrim Manor following an illness since last October. Dianne was born on Aug. 20, 1947, in Plymouth, to Wayne Grossman Jr. and Betty J. (Compton) Grossman. She graduated from West High School in 1965. In a …read more.

Dianne K. (Grossman) Howe, 68, Plymouth, passed away Wednesday morning, April 27, 2016, in the Pilgrim Manor Care Center, Plymouth. Service arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

Betty L. Engel, a lifetime Marshall County resident, passed away at her home following a brief illness on Sunday morning, April 24, 2016. She lived a strong, happy life and was admired by those who knew her for the cheerful and honest way she conducted herself in business and as a public servant. Born one …read more.

Betty L. Engel, a lifetime Marshall County resident, passed away at her home following a brief illness on Sunday morning, April 24, 2016. She lived a strong, happy life and was admired by those who knew her for the cheerful and honest way she conducted herself in business and as a public servant. It has …read more.

Everett D. Colvin, 85, passed away in his home due to natural causes with his loving wife and family by his side on the evening of Tuesday April 19, 2016. Born in Chicago, Ill., on July 14, 1930, Everett was son of Walter and Louise A. (Rosenstiehl) Colvin. In 1934 his parents and he moved …read more.

Everett D. Colvin, 85, passed away in his home due to natural causes with his loving wife and family by his side on the evening of Tuesday April 19, 2016.

Everett D. Colvin, Plymouth, passed away Tuesday evening, April 19, 2016, at his home with his family at his side. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

Bernice M. Szocinski, 96, a resident of Katherine Casper Home after coming from Avon Park, Fla., passed away at 8:13 p.m. Sunday, April 10, 2016. Bernice was born in Afton, Mich. on March 16, 1920, to Arthur J. and Anna M. (Amthor) Brasseur. She became the bride of Stanley L. Szocinski, and to this union …read more.

Jacqueline L. Snyder, 89, passed away Monday evening April 11, 2016 with her family near.

Just a one month shy of her 100th birthday and celebration of her 80th anniversary as a Sister of the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ, Sister Johnilda Mannhard (Marcella), PHJC died on Sunday, April 10, 2016 in the Catherine Kasper Home in Donaldson.

Raymond A. Holmquist, 71, of Plymouth, passed away early Monday morning, April 11, 2016 in Memorial Hospital, South Bend.

Sister Johnilda Mannhard, PHJC, Donaldson, died Sunday, April 10, 2016, at Catherine Kasper Life Center, Donaldson. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth.

Pamella A. Smith, 73, a long-life Marshall county resident, passed away in her home with her family by her side Friday, April 8, 2016. Pamella was born in Plymouth to Cletus L. and Jacqueline M. (Bienz) Berger. She graduated from LaPaz High School in 1960. On Nov. 1, 1969, in Wyatt, Pamella became the bride …read more.

Jeanette (Salyer) Archbald, 66, of Plymouth, departed from this world to be with the Lord, on Sunday, April 3rd, 2016, in Goodlettsville, Tenn., while traveling with friends.

Jeanette (Salyer) Archbald, 66, of Plymouth, passed away unexpectedly while traveling with friends, Sunday, April 3, 2016, in Goodlettsville, Tenn.

Donald Pierre Fordham, 75, Plymouth, passed away after an extended illness. He went to join his Heavenly Father at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 30, 2016, at the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth Campus. Don was born April 19, 1940, in Grover, Utah, to Blake Taft and Fay Metta (Covington) Fordham, the third of eight …read more.

Donald Pierre Fordham, 75, of Plymouth, passed away after an extended illness.

Melanie S. Lyon, 70, passed away from respiratory failure on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016, as her family surrounded her in the Kindred Hospital of Northern Indiana in Mishawaka.

Ronnie C. Taylor, 64, passed away of natural causes, early Saturday morning, Jan. 9, 2016, in Arcadia, Fla.

Louis J. Calhoun, 84, of Rochester and formerly of Plymouth, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Friday, March 25, 2016 at his residence. Louis was born May 14, 1931 in Fulton County, to the late Lewis J. and Rosie (Haine) Calhoun Sr. Louis had attended Liberty Baptist Church, Rochester for a …read more.

Kathie L. Weldon, 59, passed away Saturday morning March 19, 2016, in the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka. Kathie was born to William and Lily (Hemminger) Weldon on Dec. 31, 1956, in LaPorte. She was a homemaker and wonderful mother to her three children. Kathie enjoyed crossword puzzles and putting puzzles together. She …read more.

Brianne K. Danielson, 33, of Plymouth passed away unexpectedly Sunday, March 20, 2016, while vacationing in Florida.

Carl R. McMillen, 88, passed away at 10:15 p.m. Tuesday, March 15, 2016, in the Catherine Kasper Life Center, Donaldson. Carl was born the son of Virgil and Frances (Butler) McMillen on Nov. 4, 1927, in Toledo, Ohio. After his family’s move, Carl would graduate from Mexico High School in Mexico. He would then serve …read more.

Dr. Kenneth L. Payne, 77, Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully at 4 a.m. Wednesday, March 16, 2016, at the Catherine Kasper Life Center at Donaldson, following an extended illness. While there he was under the Center for Hospice Care. Ken was born in Fowlerton, to Luther K. Payne and Ruth (Van Natter) Payne, the third …read more.