Obituaries
Mark Anthony Ponto
Jan 15, 2025
Mark Anthony Ponto, 54, of Fowler, passed away January 15, 2025.
Mark was born March 12, 1970 in Lafayette, the son of Mary Ellen (Johnson) and Michael Gene Ponto.
He is survived by his parents, many aunts and uncles and too many cousins to mention.
Mark will be remembered as a great kid with a big personality and great big heart. He loved...
Sean Tristin Taylor
Jan 15, 2025
Sean Tristin Taylor, 9, Our precious little angel, beloved son of Duane and Annette Taylor of Earl Park, Indiana, went to be with our Lord Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Sean was born in Lafayette September 5, 2015. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his big brother, Derik Taylor & his wife Ariana; sister, Karlie Taylor; great-grandparents, Ron...
Leanna Kay Spalding
Jan 14, 2025
Leanna Kay Spalding, 29, from rural Fowler, IN, passed away January 14, 2025.
Born in Lafayette, IN on February 6, 1995 to Pamela Kay (Rodgers) Martin and Marcus Spalding.
She is survived by her son, Ryan Snedeker, parents, Pamela and Jake Martin, Marcus and Angela Spalding, special former step-mother, Tammie Hutchinson, siblings, Mason Spalding, Crystal and Tabitha Martin, Christopher Spalding, Sierra Spalding,...
Loretta Jean (Bell) Haynes
Dec 24, 2024
Loretta Jean (Bell) Haynes, “Blondie” 80 of Fowler, passed away on Tuesday December 24, 2024. Loretta was born on May 31, 1944, in Fowler to the late William “Ed” and Martha (Garrett) Bell. She graduated from Fowler High School and worked many years with Denny and Linda McCallian, “Denny’s Pharmacy”. Served as bartender at Peno’s, Uptown Bar and 100 Mile...
Wayne E Martin
Dec 13, 2024
Wayne E. Martin, 73, of Kentland, died December 13, 2024 at his home. Wayne was born in Lafayette on Augusr 16, 1951 the son of the late Dallas and Mary J. (Porter) Martin. Wayne was a forklift operator prior to retiring. He will dearly missed by the ones he left behind: fiancé', Gina DeArmond and children, Wayne Amber Martin. To...
Donald "Don" L. Ringle
Dec 6, 2024
Donald “Don” L. Ringle, 88, of Fowler, passed away December 6, 2024 at home with his family by his side. Don was born September 29, 1936 to the late Leo G. and Minnie (Windler) Ringle.
Don married Sandra Chayer September 17, 1960. After graduating from Fowler High School, Don served in the US Army National Guard for 9 years. Most of...
Reverend Father Richard W. Puetz
Nov 18, 2024
Reverend Father Richard W. Puetz, 105, died November 18, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Center, Delphi, where he served as chaplain. He was the oldest living priest of the Diocese of Lafayette- in-Indiana.
Father Puetz was born April 26, 1919 in Benton County, Indiana, the son of Matthias J. and Mary (Mertes) Puetz. He grew up on his family’s farm near...
Loretta E. Roe
Nov 17, 2024
Loretta E. Roe, 91, 0f Goodland, passed away November 17, 2024. Loretta was born August 20, 1933 the daughter of the late Joseph and Theresa (Manowski) Sumpter.
She attended Boswell High School then married the love of her life, James “Ed” Roe for 70 years until his death in June, 2020. She was a member of Goodland Baptist Church where she...
Paul Franklin Bilyeu
Nov 15, 2024
Paul Franklin Bilyeu, 83, of Rensselaer, passed away November 15, 2024, at George Ade Memorial Home. He was born November 3, 1941, in Rensselaer, Indiana to, the late, Marshall and Mildred (Nehring) Bilyeu.
Paul graduated from Rensselaer Central High School. Paul worked as an independent welder for Bilyeu & Eaton and for Monon Trailers. He loved to cheer on the Chicago...
John W. Shide
Nov 12, 2024
John W. Shide, 58, of Goodland, tragically passed away, November 12th, 2024 from heart complications shortly after his surgery.John was born on January 6th, 1966 in Lafayette Indiana as the youngest child of John J and Emma Shide who preceded him in death.He is survived by: son, Vince, brothers, Joe, Steve, and Pete, and sisters, Kathy and Rose.He was farm-raised...
JoAnn (Huberz) Peck
Nov 5, 2024
JoAnn (Hubertz) Peck, 90, of Earl Park, died November 5, 2024 at her home surrounded by loved ones. JoAnn was born February 3, 1934 the beloved daughter of Charles Basil and Virginia Pauline (Park) Hubertz.
JoAnn is preceded in death by her parents and husband Marion Udell Peck and two daughters, Celeste (Peck) Goodman and Gabrielle (Peck) Deno. She is survived...
Roger Dale Laffoon, Jr.
Nov 4, 2024
Roger Dale Laffoon, Jr., 52, of Goodland passed away in his home Monday, November 4, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. Roger was born October 17, 1972 to Laura and Roger Laffoon. Sr.
He was loved by many and leaves behind many friends and loved ones. He was born in Indianapolis, IN, but lived most of his Life in Goodland...
Helen Maxine Strole Treado
Oct 22, 2024
Helen Maxine Strole Treado, 82, Kentland, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at George Ade Memorial Health Care Center in Brook.
She was born in Rensselaer, IN , on June 13, 1942, the daughter of F. Joseph and Luella (Hogle) Strole. On August 12, 1961, she married Jeremy R. Treado, who survives her.
Helen graduated from Brook High School in 1960. She...
Janet Kay Willhite
Oct 18, 2024
Janet Willhite, 68, of Goodland, Indiana passed away peacefully Friday, October 18th in the comfort of her home and with her family.
Janet was born September 13th, 1956 in Watseka, Illinois to the late William “Bill” and Eileen (Davis) Woods of Brook, IN, and was raised on the family farm. She graduated from South Newton High School in 1974 and went...
Randall "Randy" John Muller
Oct 14, 2024
Randall “Randy” John Muller, 68, of Fowler, born to the late Jack Muller and Marge Muller passed away at his home after his long-fought battle with cancer, October 14, 2024. He was born in Lafayette on December 21, 1955 and graduated from Benton Central HS in 1974.
After graduation he continued to live in Fowler and worked on the family farm...
Donald "Henry" Gregg Schwartz
Oct 11, 2024
Donald “Henry” Gregg Schwartz, 73, of Fowler, born to the late Donald R. and Irene (Benner) Schwartz passed away peacefully at home after a long struggle with cancer, October 11, 2024.
He was born in Lafayette on October 7, 1951 and graduated from Benton Central HS in 1969 then went on to marry Cheryl D. Claire on July 11, 1995.
After graduation...
Richard H. Fisher
Sep 28, 2024
Richard Hurst Fisher, 72, of Lafayette and formerly of Boswell, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2024. He was born May 24, 1952 in Lafayette, Indiana to Richard (Dick) and Martha Hurst Fisher. Rick was raised on the family farm and an active 10-year 4-H and FFA member. He graduated from Benton Central High School in 1970 and married Nona Sharp...
James T. Rainier
Sep 25, 2024
James T. Rainier, known to family and friends as Jim, passed away on September 25, 2024, at the age of 92, bringing a close to a most remarkable and impactful life that touched all of those around him. Jim was born to the late James N. and Claribel (Trudeau) Rainier.
Jim’s life was a testament to commitment—both professionally and personally. Growing...
Richard Paul Brouillette
Sep 20, 2024
Richard Paul Brouillette, 90, of Fowler, passed away peacefully surrounded by family September 20, 2024 at Franciscan Health, Lafayette, Indiana, after a brief illness.
Born on April 3, 1934, to Robert and Marie (Bohlinger) Brouillette, Dick grew up on the family farm located west of Fowler and graduated from Fowler High School in 1952. He served in the Army National Guard...
Joyce "Sandy" Lorraine Leburg
Sep 15, 2024
Joyce “Sandy” Lorraine Leburg, 90, of Fowler passed away peacefully in her sleep Sunday, September 15, 2024 in Ft. Wayne IN.
She was born December 4, 1933 in Hayward, Wisconsin to Adolph and Hazel (Erickson) Sandstrom.
Raised in Hayward, she graduated from Hayward High School in 1951. She then attended Minneapolis Business College.
She met the love of her life Bill Leburg in...
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