Phelps, Darrolyn

ANDERSON [mdash] Darrolyn “Joy” Phelps, 85, of Anderson, Indiana, passed away peacefully Nov. 28, 2024. She was born July 24, 1939, in Palmyra, Indiana, to the late Garland Darrel and Marie (Jean) Giddens. Known to many as Joy, she spent most of her life in Anderson, where she met her beloved husband, Franklin Lee Phelps. … Read more

FRANZ MCNEIL, Juanita Sep 21, 1944 – Oct 4, 2024

Carol passed away at her home in Kearny, AZ after years of mobility issues. Everyone marveled at how she managed to be as active as she was – and always with a positive attitude and smile. She was born in Stanford, KY to parents Jerry and Eva Franz while Jerry was serving in WWII. Carol … Read more

STONEBRAKER, Patricia Oct 28, 1937 – Dec 18, 2024

Patricia L. Stonebraker, 87, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024, at Waterford Place Health Campus, in Kokomo. She was born Oct. 28, 1937, in Muncie, the daughter of Emery and Gail (Vogelman) Tyner. Patricia graduated from Daleville Jr./Sr. High School, and then obtained her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Ball State Teacher’s College. Mrs. … Read more

Walter P. “Paul” Troder, 96

From his heart, he was grateful; from his hands, he gave.  Walter P. “Paul” Troder, age 96, peacefully passed from this earth to his eternal home on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Paul was born on June 24, 1928, in Indiana Springs, (Martin County), Indiana, the only son and youngest of four children, to Carl and … Read more

Warren “Sonny” Myers Jr., 78

Warren “Sonny” Myers Jr., 78, of Huntington, passed away on December 10, 2024 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Warren was born on October 19, 1946 in Fort Wayne, a son of the late Warren Sr. and Loretta (Arnet) Myers. His parents preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Jacqueline … Read more

John Maurice Souers, 94

John Maurice Souers, 94 of Warren, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. John was born on March 9, 1930, in Huntington County, Indiana, to Ira and Ruth (Boyd) Souers. He graduated from Jefferson Township High School in 1948 and worked as a farmer for 6 years and … Read more

Steven Lee Day, 64

Steven Lee Day, 64, a lifelong resident of Bluffton, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024.  Steve was born on Jan. 19, 1960, and was a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, who was known for his infectious personality. He was a 1978 graduate of Bluffton High School and Purdue University in 1982. He … Read more

Donna Velasquez-Bunch-Hopkins, 76

Donna Diane Velasquez-Bunch-Hopkins, 76, of North Webster, passed away Dec. 15, 2024.  She was born on Oct. 19, 1948, to MaurilioVelasquez and Anna (Watkins) Hardin. Diane was a loving and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Diane enjoyed working in her flower gardens, reading, bird watching, researching on her computer and she loved spending … Read more

Daniel Craig Devine, 65

Daniel Craig Devine, 65, of Greenwood, was called home to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father, Joe T. Devine and mother, Lorriane Gay Devine; sister Debra Jo Devine; and sister in-law Dawn Devine.  He is survived by his wife, … Read more

Coombs, Mitchell

Mitchell Banks Coombs, 96, of Cumming, Georgia passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024. Born May 5, 1928, in Carrollton, Kentucky to the late John and Ina Banks Coombs he had lived in Cumming for the past 24 years, moving here from Indiana, Maryland and Pennsylvania before settling in the area and retiring from Cummins with … Read more