Obituaries
Eva Irene Hare
Feb 24, 2026
Eva Irene (Gillespie) Hare left this world on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. She was born on November 17, 1922, in Watseka, Illinois, to Clyde and Elizabeth (Ginrich) Gillespie, and lived a long and full life, reaching 103 years of age.
On January 14, 1942, Eva married Erwin “Duke” Hare, and they spent nearly 60 years working and living alongside one another...
Barbara Hardebeck
Feb 20, 2026
Barbara J. Hardebeck, 77, of Naples, Florida, died unexpectedly on Friday, February 20, 2026, at her residence.
Born on July 8, 1948, in Lafayette, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Raymond J. Sondgeroth and Maxine R. (née Walter) Sondgeroth. After spending her life in Benton County, Indiana, Barbara and her husband retired to Southwest Florida in 2014.
After graduating from...
Russell "Rusty" Carlson
Feb 14, 2026
Russell "Rusty" Carlson, of West Lafayette, passed away on February 14, 2026, at the Veterans Home in Lafayette, Indiana.
Rusty was born on January 1, 1930, in Donovan, Illinois, to Errett and Ester Carlson, who preceded him.
He was a disabled Navy Veteran who served active duty for 5 years.
Rusty married Marcia (Chapman) Carlson on August 6, 1956. Together, they had two...
Ronald Wayne Carter Jr.
Feb 13, 2026
Ronald Wayne Carter, Jr., of Fowler, passed away suddenly at his home on Friday, February 13, 2026.
Ron was born on April 20, 1979, in Lafayette. He grew up in Fowler, where he spent most of his life. Ron was the son of Leslie (Puetz) Donaldson and the late Ronald Wayne Carter, Sr. He was lovingly raised by his stepfather, Sam...
Karen Ann Schuette
Feb 11, 2026
Karen Ann Schuette, age 77, of Goodland, Indiana, passed away on February 11, 2026.
Karen was born on November 17, 1948, to Earl and Dorothy Sell and was a lifelong resident of Goodland. After graduating among the first class from South Newton High School, Karen married Richard Schuette, her high school sweetheart. Together, they shared 56 years of marriage and were...
Carolyn S. Ripberger
Feb 5, 2026
Carolyn S. Ripberger, 85, of Fowler, passed away peacefully at her home on February 5th, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.
Carolyn was born on July 20, 1940, the daughter of the late Rita (Mellady) and Delbert Yarno. She married her beloved husband, Richard Ripberger, on November 3, 1962, and they shared 53 years of marriage...
Susan C. Donahue
Jan 29, 2026
Susan C. “Sue” Donahue, 79, of Goodland, passed away peacefully in the early morning of January 29, 2026, at her home with her loving daughter by her side.
Sue was born on December 16, 1946, in East Chicago, Indiana, to the late Kenneth and Joyce (Proud) Sheets. She was a 1965 graduate of Goodland High School and married John “Butch” Donahue...
Stephen Allen Ingold
Jan 25, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Stephen “Steve” Allen Ingold, 76, of Goodland, IN. Steve answered God's call on the evening of Sunday, January 25, 2026, from St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, Illinois. He was welcomed into this world on July 3, 1949, by his parents, Frederick & Gladys Ingold.
Steve graduated from Rankin Public School,...
Nicholas Gick
Jan 6, 2026
Nicholas Gick, 68, of Fowler, IN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning at his home after a two-year battle with lung cancer.
Born on November 21, 1957, Nick was the youngest of 13 children to his late parents, Charles P. and Loretta A. (Weisenberger) Gick. He grew up learning the values of hard work, resilience, and family, which he carried with...
Donald D. Muller
Jan 1, 2026
Donald D "Donnie Dozer" Muller, 79, of Waveland, Indiana, passed away on January 1, 2026. Born on October 30, 1946, in Lafayette, Indiana, to the late George and Mable (Windler) Muller.
He was a 1964 graduate of Fowler High School and received his MS from the School of Hard Knocks. He was a member of the American Legion, 40/8, VFW, and...
Janet Sue Mather
Dec 13, 2025
Janet Sue Mather, age 74, passed away on December 13, 2025, in Lafayette, Indiana at IU Arnett Hospital after a battle with cancer. Janet was born in Lafayette, Indiana on September 30, 1951. She lived most of her life in Brook, Indiana.
Janet built a full and meaningful life through hard work, love, and devotion to her family. She had a...
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...
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