Obituaries
Dennis Wayne Knowles
Dec 1, 2025
Dennis Wayne Knowles, 76, of Earl Park, died December 1, 2025 at his home following a long illness. He was born September 2, 1949, in Lafayette, IN to the late Raymond and Nannabelle (Brown) Knowles. He spent 45 years with his wife Karen (Carden) Knowles whom he affectionately referred to as “Sweetheart”; she survives.
Dennis had a life full of adventure....
Marianne "Ann" Skidmore-Hocking
Nov 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce our devoted mother, compassionate nurse, and cherished friend, Marianne “Ann” Skidmore-Hocking, left this world for her heavenly home on November 28, 2025 at the age of 82. Her life was a testament to love, kindness, and selfless service.
Born November 4, 1943, in Speedway, IN, Ann grew up with a natural inclination to...
Thomas "Gus" Matson
Nov 26, 2025
Thomas “Gus” Matson, 82, passed away on November 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on July 25, 1943, to Oliver and Lenora (Wirtz) Matson, Gus grew up in Fowler, where he attended Sacred Heart Grade School and graduated from Fowler High School in 1962.
On January 22, 1966, Gus married the love of his life, Lynne (Pyle),...
Jesse Vernell Cornwell
Nov 26, 2025
On November 26, 2025, Jesse Cornwell left this world. Born to Wayne Andrew and Elaine (Burris) Cornwell on August 31, 1965, Jesse graduated from Wheeler High School in 1985 before going into the military.
From 1987 to 1993, Jesse valiantly served his country in the US Navy where he served in Desert Storm, completed Ship Board Security Engagement Tactics, and achieved...
Jimmy "Jim" K. Messer
Nov 25, 2025
Jimmy "Jim" Kelly Messer, a dedicated husband, loving father, Papa, and respected craftsman, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was 78.
Born on February 14, 1947, Jimmy was the son of the late Curtis and Pearl Messer. From 1968-1970, Jimmy served in the U.S. Army, spending a year deployed in Vietnam. For many years, he...
Sharon K. Leato
Nov 19, 2025
Sharon K. Leato, 77, of Wheatfield, Indiana, formerly of Chicago, Illinois, passed away on November 19, 2025.
She was a devoted wife to her late husband, Gerald R. Leato, Sr. until his passing in 2022. She was a loving mother to her children, Connie (Tom) Blevins, Jerry Jr., Gino (Noreen), Eddie (June) and Cheryl (Vince) Dellamorte and loving grandmother to her...
Kenneth Wayne Deckard
Nov 13, 2025
Kenneth (Ken) Wayne Deckard, 81, of Fowler, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones.
Born January 10, 1944, in Lafayette, Indiana, to Melvin and Helen (Sweet) Deckard. Ken attended Purdue University to study Aeronautics while working at Fowler State Bank. Ken eventually took on the role of President and CEO with the bank and worked there...
Steve Carden
Nov 5, 2025
Steven “Steve” Paul Carden, 73, passed away on November 5, 2025, at Franciscan Health East after a sudden decline in health.
Born September 20, 1952, to John and Doris June Carden, Steve grew up learning the value of hard work and perseverance—qualities that would define his life. On August 11, 1973, he married Linda Arbuckle, and together they shared 52 years...
Lillian "Diane" or "Blue Grandma" Thompson
Sep 23, 2025
Lillian “Diane” or “Blue Grandma” Thompson, 68, of Lafayette, passed away at home September 23, 2025. She was born in Lafayette, Indiana January 13, 1957 to the late Oscar and Jonnie Connell. She was a graduate of Jeff High School in 1976. She then worked at National homes and the Staley south plant for years. She then began working for...
Margaret "Peg" McIntee
Sep 21, 2025
Margaret “Peg” A. McIntee, 86, of Fowler, passed away peacefully at her home on September 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving daughters. She was born on September 17, 1939, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Joseph E. and Mary P. Howley Conroy.
Margaret graduated from East High School in Youngstown, Ohio, in 1958. She married Thomas J. McIntee on July 16,...
John Clarence Dwenger
Sep 16, 2025
John Clarence "Jack" Dwenger, 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 16, 2025. Born on July 17, 1939, in Oxford, Indiana, John lived a life rooted in faith, service, and community.
A proud graduate of Oxford High School’s Class of 1957, John enlisted in the United States Army that same year. He served honorably until 1965, achieving the rank...
Mathew William Simpson
Sep 14, 2025
Mathew William Simpson, 36, of Morocco. As this world becomes a little less bright with the unexpected passing of Mathew William Simpson, September 14, 2025. He was a devoted son, loving father, and friend to many. His departure leaves a void that can never be filled in the hearts of his family and friends.
Born in Niagara Falls, New York he...
Charlie F. Northern
Sep 2, 2025
Charlie F. Northern, 73 of Fowler, passed away September 2, 2025 surrounded by family at IU Health Arnett after a brave and determined battle with cancer. Though his journey ended before he could return back to his home, Charlie’s spirit remained bright and full of hope until the very end.
Charlie was born the son of Jenny Lowry and Charlie Northern...
Philip James Eilers
Sep 1, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Philip James Eilers, who died on September 1, 2025.
Philip was born December 14, 2002, the loving son of Steven and Lisa Eilers, brother of Sarah and Jacob. He grew up in Brook, Indiana, and attended South Newton High School until a misguided cybersecurity experiment required him to switch...
Kristen "Kristi" M. Carlson
Aug 24, 2025
Kristen M. Carlson, age 48, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the local hospital.
Kristen Marie Carlson was born in Danville, IL to Kenneth and Shirley Hinkle on February 5, 1977. Kristi was raised with her three siblings, Chuck Hinkle, Rich Hinkle, and Nicky Willard. Together they grew up in Dunnington, IN where Kristi would fall in love with the...
Rose-Marie Reed
Aug 7, 2025
Rose-Marie Reed Born April 15 1922 at Michael Reese Hosp. Chicago, died peaceably on August 7 2025 in Columbia City, IN at Millers Marry Manor Hospice.
She married Glen Ivan Reed on Sept. 28, 1940. She had Bachelor of T and Master of T degrees and Graduate Clarksville School of Theology and excelled in Computer Programming, courses at Purdue University. She...
Miriam Pearl (Balensiefer) Budreau
Aug 1, 2025
Miriam Pearl (Balensiefer) Budreau, 86, formerly of Fowler, Indiana, passed away Friday, August 1, 2025 at Autumn Fields Adult Community in Hoopeston, Illinois.
Miriam was born on May 15, 1939 in Fowler, to the late Joseph and Martha (Ringle) Balensiefer. She was a cook at Fowler Elementary School for 32 years and was a lifelong member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church...
Dallie Mae Hood-Pizer
Jul 21, 2025
Dallie Mae (Caudill) Hood-Pizer, 81, former resident of Raub, IN passed away peacefully July 21, 2025, at the home of her son and daughter in-law Steve and Lori Hood of Boswell, IN. who survive.
Born to Kelly and Hazel (Collins) Caudill on November 24,1943 in Magoffin Co. Ky. She married the love of her life, James "Jim" Hood on May 7,1967...
Edward Ernest Schroeder
Jul 21, 2025
Edward E. Schroeder, 76, a lifelong resident of Fowler, Indiana, passed away on July 21, 2025.
Born April 12, 1949 the son of the late Edward and Elinor (Falwell) Schroeder. Ed remained deeply rooted in the community that shaped him. A proud graduate of Fowler High School, he began his working life at CJ Mueller Bottling Plant before building a long...
Janet Ann (Freeland) Greives Schutter
Jul 10, 2025
Janet Ann Greives Schutter passed away peacefully July 10, 2025 at Westminster Village, West Lafayette, Indiana. Special thanks to the entire staff at Westminster Village for taking excellent care of her during her stay. She was born October 17, 1930 in Earl Park, Indiana to Bernard E. and Mary Catherine Ringle Freeland. Janet graduated from Fowler High School in 1948...
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