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Mary Lou Bradley - September 20, 1938 - April 23, 2022

Departed: 04/23/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Mary Lou Bradley, 83, Denver, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Lutheran Hospital, Ft. Wayne.

Born September 20, 1938, in Risner, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Clyde and Dorothy Ellen (Stephens) Reffitt.

On January 28, 1955, in Martin, Kentucky, she was married to Lee “Tavis” Bradley, and he preceded her in death on April 11, 2021. Over the years, she had worked at many different jobs including Essex Wire and Bailey Furniture Co., finally retiring from Gallahan’s Truck Stop.  She loved spending time with her family, especially when they would all gather at her home for a meal.  She enjoyed quilting and spent many hours crafting and knitting keepsakes for others.  She had an excellent memory, which proved everybody else wrong on more than one occasion when the facts were actually looked up.  If you ever wanted to know anything, you called her!

Survivors include her children, Douglas (Debra) Bradley, Syracuse; Lisa (Ron) Simpson, Flat Gap, Kentucky; Connie Tyler, Peru; Lugina (Joe) Benner, Peru; fourteen grandchildren, Jason and Nicholas Bradley, Aaron and Jeremy Fox, Dalton Bradley, Amanda Hall, Mitch Stewart, Bambi Kowalenko, Jessica Monce, Jake Williams, Kayla Friend, Sherese Rizo, and Nick Benner and Taylee Benner; twenty-five great-grandchildren, with at least one more on the way; two great-great grandchildren; one brother, Clifford James (Candy) Reffitt, Rochester; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two sons, Glenn Bradley and Mike Bradley; three brothers, Larry Dean Reffitt, Clyde Herschel Reffitt, Harold Reffitt, and J.T. Reffitt; one granddaughter, Kathy Whetstone; one grandson, Travis Stewart; and one son-in-law, John Tyler.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, April 29, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana.  Burial will follow in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru.

Visitation will be from 4-7:00 p.m. on Thursday, at the funeral home.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

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Kenneth Marvin Wheetley - October 15, 1957 - April 22, 2022

Departed: 04/22/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Kenneth Marvin Wheetley, 64, Peru, Indiana, passed away at 2:00 a.m. on Friday, April 22, 2022, at his residence.

Born October 15, 1957, in Peru, Indiana, he was the son of Marvin Henry and Mary Elizabeth (Soles) Wheetley.  On June 12, 1976, in Peru, Indiana, at the First Assembly of God, he was married to Debra Lynn Tyler, and she survives. He was a veteran of the United States Army.  He retired from the Peru Street and Sanitation Department.  He enjoyed sitting in his bar room at home, working on cars, and going to car shows.  Spending time with his family, especially his grandbabies, gave him great joy!

Survivors include his wife, Debra Wheetley, Peru; children, Stacey (Jason) Burke, Peru; Kenny (Amber) Wheetley, Macy; and Virginia Diane Wheetley (Tracy Smith), Evansville; grandchildren, Taylor Nice, Hunter Couchman, Dakota Couchman, Kyndal Wheetley, Malika Malone, Nyasia Malone, Zyaire Malone, Luna Drake, Addyline Burke, Hannah Grismore, Reece Grismore, and unborn granddaughter, Ameena Smith; brother, David Wheetley; three great-grand babies, Ryder, Emma, and Kenneth Mosley; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Stephanie Sons; and brother, Jerry Wheetley.

Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home with Pastors Vince Darland and Bryan Rouch officiating.

Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service on Wednesday, at the funeral home.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.McClainFH.com.

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Marcia E. Norris - January 25, 1944 - April 15, 2022

Departed: 04/15/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Marcia E. Norris, 78, Mexico, passed away at 7:45 a.m. on Friday, April 15, 2022, at her residence.

Born January 25, 1944, in Peru, Indiana, she was the daughter of Herbert H. Kline and A. Josephine Sutton Kline.  On March 8, 1964, at the Mexico Baptist Church, she was married to Harrold E. “Bud” Norris, and he survives.

She was a lifelong member of the Mexico Baptist Church and was a 1962 graduate of North Miami High School.  Her entire working career was spent in banking, starting at Peru Trust Company and retiring from Wells Fargo, working at branches in Peru and Mexico.  She enjoyed sewing and crafting with her friends, “The Hens.”  Her greatest pleasure was camping with her family, enjoying time near Myrtle Beach and Gun Lake.  At one time she was a member of the local Home Economics Club, and in her later years enjoyed countless hours behind the sewing machine making things for others.  Marcia made sure that nobody ever left her home with an empty stomach; she took great pride in her family meals.

Survivors include her husband, Harrold “Bud” Norris, Mexico; two children, Troy (Tina) Norris, Mexico; Toby (Julie) Norris, Rochester; four grandchildren, Sara Norris, Peru; Breanna Townsend, Peru; Levi Norris, Bunker Hill; Rebekah Lowe, Warsaw; six great-grandchildren, Julianna Batdorf, Mexico; Madilyn and Shelbi Black, Peru; Kahlee Ward, Peru; Keyara and Keedan Norris, Bunker Hill; one sister, Jill (Charley) Fisher, Peru; and one brother, Dean (Tacy) Kline, Kokomo; and several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A services celebrating the life of Marcia will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, April 22, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Pastor Charles Cole officiating.  The service will be livestreamed on Friday at www.mcclainfh.com/livestream.

A time of visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. (Noon) until the time of service on Friday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mexico Fire Department.

The family wants to thank Marcia’s great team of healthcare providers for their excellent care over the past ten year, Dr. Quin, Dr. Gupta, Dr. Leagre and their staff, and all of the healthcare providers at St. Vincent-Kokomo, Compassus Hospice, and Blair Ridge.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

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Chad William Wolfe, Sr. - February 16, 1967 - April 08, 2022

Departed: 04/08/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Chad William Wolfe, Sr., 55, Mexico, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2022, at Lutheran Hospital, Ft. Wayne.

Born February 16, 1967, in Wabash, Indiana, he was the son of Reginald “Reggie” Wolfe, Sr., and Karla Shultz Wolfe.

He was a member of the North Miami High School class of 1985.  He was a self-employed handyman and had worked at various car dealerships in Peru and Logansport as a detailer for many years.  He loved gardening, listening to classic Rock-n-Roll, hunting Native American artifacts, bicycling, and spending time with his grandkids.

Survivors include his children, Chad W. Wolfe, Jr., (Nikki), Peru; Samantha (Joshua) Wallace, Denver; Brittany (Brandon) Wilkinson, Peru; and April Wolfe, Peru; parents, Reggie and Karla Wolfe, Peru; brothers, Todd (Angie) Wolfe, and Reginald (Tammy) Wolfe; sisters, Brenn (Randy) Dahms, and Erin Wolfe (Michael) Thomas; and nine grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents and one child.

A Celebration of Life hosted by his children will be from 5-8:00 p.m. on Friday evening, April 15, 2022, at Riverview Event Center, Peru.

A Church Service in memory of Chad will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 16, 2022, at Independent Christian Fellowship, 120 W. 10th St., Peru, Indiana, with Richard Culbertson officiating, with one hour of visitation prior to service at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made through the funeral home to the Chad Wolfe Memorial Fund to help cover final expenses.  Donations may be made on this webpage through the Donations link above.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

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Lee Michael Reed - September 26, 1979 - April 05, 2022

Departed: 04/05/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Lee Michael Reed 42, Peru, Indiana, passed away at 2:35 P.M. Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at his residence.

He was born on September 26, 1979 in Kokomo, Indiana, the son of Ronald L. Reed and Sally (Taskey) Reed.

He had been a self- employed painter for many years and spent the last few years as a caregiver to his father. In his spare time, he was an avid fisherman, enjoyed mushroom hunting, camping and anything related to the great outdoors.

Survivors include his mother, Sally (Taskey) Reed, Peru, Indiana, father, Ronald Reed, Peru, Indiana, brother, Bradley (Katie) Reed, Cicero, Indiana, sister, Juli (Randy) Troyer, Bunker Hill, Indiana, nephews, Brantley Reed, Cicero, Indiana, Tyler Rose and Josh Rose, Bunker Hill, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

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Virginia Sue Huddleston - July 13, 1944 - March 30, 2022

Departed: 03/30/2022 (Denver)

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Kenneth Milton Butt - April 09, 1923 - March 28, 2022

Departed: 03/28/2022 (Denver)

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Kenneth Milton Butt, 98, Peru, passed away at 5:25 a.m. on Monday, March 28, 2022, at Blair Ridge Health Campus, Peru.

Born on April 9, 1923, in Peru, Indiana, he was the son of Walker Marvin and Marjorie Elizabeth (Bishop) Butt.  On February 22, 1953, in Erie, Indiana, he was married to Dorothy June Pearce Butt, and she preceded him in death on January 2, 2016.

He was a 1941 graduate of Jefferson Township High School in Mexico, Indiana, and a longtime active member of Erie United Methodist Church.  He was a farmer in Erie Township and retired from the Maintenance Department at Peru Community Schools.  Following WWII, he served in the United States Army in Japan and Korea.  He was known for his dry sense of humor which many enjoyed, and he enjoyed spending time with his family.

Survivors include his children, Teresa Blue, Peru; Christine Meador (husband, Andy Katz); Julia (Ron) McGinnis, Monticello, Kentucky; Steven Butt (wife, Angela Pauda), Mesa, Arizona; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Richard Butt, and Robert Wayne Butt; sister, Martha E. Snyder; and sons-in-law, Brian Dugan, Mike Meador, and Greg Blue; daughter-in-law, Alice Butt.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Pastor Warrell Law officiating.  The service will be live-streamed at www.mcclainfh.com/livestream.  Burial will follow in Westlawn Cemetery, Denver, Indiana.

Visitation will be from 4-7:00 p.m. on Friday, at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Erie United Methodist Church or Gideons International.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

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Teresa Velazquez - February 27, 2022 - March 27, 2022

Departed: 03/27/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Teresa Velazquez, 66, Peru, died at 9:35 p.m. on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at Hickory Creek of Peru.  She was born on February 27, 1956, in Puerto Rico.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Thursday, March 31, 2022, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Peru, with Fr. Gustavo Lopez officiating.  She will be laid to rest at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru.  McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.

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Kelvin Dean Correll - November 09, 1968 - March 22, 2022

Departed: 03/22/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Kelvin Dean Correll, 53, Denver, passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at Hickory Creek Nursing Home, Peru.

Born November 9, 1968, in Rochester, Indiana, he was the son of Dean D. and Martha M. (Shilling) Correll.  On March 1, 2010, in China, he was married to Xiuhui “Fifi” Chen, and she survives.

He was a graduate of 1988 of North Miami High School, where he was a semi-state qualifier for the wrestling team, and had worked at Bryan Steam for several years.

Survivors include his wife “Fifi” Correll, Denver; son, Dean Bradley Correll, Denver; two sisters, Velvet (Elvin) Knauff, Denver; Gail Aldredge, Mexico; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Claudette Miller; and one brother-in-law, Larry Aldredge.

Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, March 28, 2022, at Zion Chapel Church, 915 S. Broadway, Peru, Indiana, with Pastor Rod Correll officiating.

Visitation will be from 4-6:00 p.m. on Monday, at the church.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

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Leonard W. Musselman - January 03, 1930 - March 18, 2022

Departed: 03/18/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Leonard W. Musselman, 92, Twelve Mile, passed away at 2:59 p.m. on Friday, March 18, 2022, at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

Born January 3, 1930, he was the youngest of the fourteen children born to John and Pearl Vanatta Musselman.

Leonard lived his entire ninety-two years in the same house where he was born.   He was a lifelong farmer who enjoyed the outdoors and his animals.  He and his brothers, known locally as “The Musselman Brothers,”  raised angus cattle and had several champions in stock shows over the years.  In his later years, he enjoyed sitting outside on his Gator underneath the maple tree.

Leonard is survived by fourteen nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by six brothers, Ralph, Roy, the twins-Lloyd and Floyd, Wayne, and Richard Musselman; and seven sisters, Flossie Kotterman, Evelyn Ehlinger, Elsie Rush, Tressie Towne, Ethel Rhoades, and Gertrude Townsend

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Pastor Wade Moss officiating.  Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico.  Visitation will be from noon until 2:00 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Twelve Mile First Responders.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

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Dana Lucille Hetzner - March 21, 1964 - March 17, 2022

Departed: 03/17/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Dana Lucille Hetzner, 57, Denver, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2022.

Born on March 21, 1964, in Bremen, Indiana, she was the daughter of Kenneth D. “Jake” Kaylor and the former Mary D. Barnett.

She was a 1983 graduate of North Miami High School and had worked as a correctional officer at Miami County Correctional Facility, a jailor in Wabash and Fulton counties, and night auditor at Charley Creek in Wabash.  She had been J.V. Volleyball Coach at North Miami for several years and ran the concession stand at the Little League Park in Denver for several years.

Survivors include her son Brandon (Danielle) Hetzner, Denver; daughter, Taylor (Joshua) Desch, Peru; two grandchildren, Camdon and Harlow Hetzner, Denver; parents, Jake Kaylor, Oregon; mother, Mary Kaylor, Tennessee; sister, Marie Kaylor, Colorado; two brothers,  Kenneth Kaylor, Saltillo, Mexico; and George (Joetta) Kaylor, Tennessee; nephew, Austin Kaylor, Tennessee; and her beloved golden retriever, Brody.

Visitation will be from 4-7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 25, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, concluding with a memorial service at 7:00 p.m.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

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Mary Frances Fisher - November 26, 1929 - March 16, 2022

Departed: 03/16/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Mary Frances (Schlemmer) Fisher, 92, Peru, passed away at 6:34 a.m. on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at Lutheran Hospital, Ft. Wayne.

Born November 26, 1929, in Peru, Indiana, she was the daughter of Glenn Schlemmer, Sr., and Leah Leffel Schlemmer.  In June of 1955, she was married to Rex Alton Fisher, Sr., and he preceded her in death.

Mary was a simple lady who loved her family more than anything.  They were her world, and she enjoyed spending as much time as possible with them.

Survivors include three children, Brian Fisher, Gary Fisher, and Craig Fisher; grandchildren, Amy Walker, Melissa Sylvain, Niki Fisher, Jessi Fisher, Billi Fisher, and Danny Fisher, along with fifteen great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Glenn Schlemmer, Jr.; Arthur Gene Schlemmer, and Jan Schlemmer; and son Rex Alton Fisher, Jr.

Private burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru.  McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

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Jerry L. Carlson - April 18, 1944 - March 03, 2022

Departed: 03/03/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Jerry L. Carlson 77, Deedsville, Indiana, passed away at 9:42 P.M. Thursday, March 3, 2022, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana.

He was born on April 18, 1944, in Kewanna, Indiana, the son of Francis T. “Swede” and Martha Jean (Stretch) Carlson. On January 10, 1965, at the Deedsville United Methodist Church, he married Kathy Ann See. She preceded him in death on September 7, 2019.

Jerry had worked for Sealed Power, Rochester, Indiana, for many years and retired from North Miami Schools, Denver, Indiana. He served as Union Township Trustee for over forty years and worked part-time at North Miami Schools as a groundskeeper. He enjoyed spending his time with his grandchildren, loved to watch sports, and mowing.

Survivors include his daughters, Kelly (Rod) Roth, Macy, Indiana; Kandy Barker, Deedsville, Indiana; and Sarah (Dustin) Sisk, Peru, Indiana; grandchildren, Josh (Candace) Roth, Noblesville, Indiana; Zac Roth, Holly Springs, North Carolina; Aaron (Jessica) Barker, Southport, Indiana; Austin (Abby) Barker, Wabash, Indiana; Saylor Belle Sisk, Peru, Indiana; Daxton Sisk, Peru, Indiana; great-grandchildren, Willa Barker, Camden Barker, and Colton Barker, all of Southport, Indiana; Bremynn and Beckett Barker, Wabash, Indiana; Baker Roth, Noblesville, Indiana; brothers, Dennis (Mary) Carlson, Rochester, Indiana; Kent (Liz) Carlson, Rochester, Indiana; Keith (Chris) Carlson, Akron, Indiana; Kevin Carlson, Fort Wayne, Indiana; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Lori Kay Carlson.

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Pamela Carol Rogers - October 02, 1942 - February 23, 2022

Departed: 02/23/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Pamela Carol Bellamy Rogers, 79, Peru, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at Dukes Memorial Hospital, Peru.

Born October 2, 1942, in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Jess, Sr. and Nora Lou (Gross) Bellamy.

She had been a resident of Blair Ridge for several years.  She loved to play Bingo, reading books, and coloring.

Survivors include four children, Rickey (Martha) Bellamy, Bunker Hill; Jack (Laverna) Williams, Winchester, KY; Michael Bellamy, Mt. Sterling, KY; and Pam (Scott) Sopher, Peru; thirteen grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren; and two daughters-in-law, Lisa Reed, Peru, and Cassandra Walker, Wabash.

She was preceded in death by two children, Robert Reed and Roy Reed; two sisters, Lela Maggard and Ruby Rice; and two brothers, Jesse Bellamy, Jr. and Robert Bellamy.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, February 25, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana.  Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

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Jerry Leroy Kline - November 24, 1945 - February 18, 2022

Departed: 02/18/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Jerry Leroy Kline, 76, Peru, passed away at 6:30 a.m. on Friday, February 18, 2022, at his residence.

Born November 24, 1945, in Peru, Indiana, he was the son of Richard and Betty L. (Sipe) Kline.  On June 5, 1965, in Logansport, Indiana, he married Linda Lea Trexler, and she survives.

He was baptized at the Mexico Baptist Church and attended Olive Branch Church of God for several years.  He graduated from Peru High School in 1964 and retired from Chrysler Corporation in Kokomo.  He enjoyed old cars and motorcycles and loved going to car shows, traveling, and spending winters in Panama City Beach, Florida.  Family was important to Jerry, and his grandchildren were among his greatest joys in life.

Along with his wife, Linda Kline, Peru, he is survived by two children, Michelle L. (Brian) Burns, Macy; Jerry A. Kline, Peru; three grandchildren, Jared (Kayla) Wilkinson, Vincennes; Allison Burns, Macy; and Keagan Kline, Peru; two great-granddaughters, Emily and Aubri Wilkinson, Vincennes; one brother, Jimmy (Marsha) Kline, Kokomo; one sister, Tana (Larry) Haynes, Twelve Mile; three sisters-in-law, Sandy Howard, Peru; Pam (Larry) Shrock, Peru; and Maribeth Wides, Bunker Hill; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parent; three brothers-in-law, Jim Trexler, Kim Trexler, and Larry Howard; and sister-in-law, Carole Trexler.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Pastor Kyle Schnitz officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru.

Visitation will be from noon until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, at the funeral home.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Brent Arthur Tobin - June 12, 1959 - February 10, 2022

Departed: 02/10/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: If you’re about to throw something out, then you’d better think twice. For goodness sake “Don’t throw it away!” Those were the infamous words that the Tobin family got all to use to hearing from Brent Arthur Tobin who entered eternal life on Wednesday, February 10, 2022. Brent always had an idea for how to repurpose old knickknacks – which to him were treasures. You may have heard the old saying “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” Well, Brent was that “other man” in the Tobin house. Although this drove his surviving wife, Susan Tobin crazy, it taught the family many valuable lessons. Brent’s “never give up” mentality extended far past old tools and electronics – it’s the reason that Brent was such a loving foster parent for over ten years. He never gave up on any child that was in his care. To him, every child was a blessing with immense worth.

On Sundays, Brent’s kids always knew that he was the one to pester for mints and dollar bills for the coffee bar at church. He was a devout Christian, despite the fact that you could usually catch him nodding off during the sermon – or “praying” as he’d laugh and say. It wasn’t his fault though – Brent worked hard to provide a wonderful life for his family. He graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion with a Master’s degree in Business, as well as, a degree in Electronic Engineering Technology from ITTech in Indianapolis. Upon graduating, Brent worked as an Electronics Engineer, Electronics Lab Manager, and as an Electronics Technician for GM/Delphi/Delco for thirty-one years. He was an expert in his field of radio transmission, test & validation of electronics equipment, and in the anechoic chamber where he loved to work.

Brent adopted not 1, not 2, but 5 kids! He is survived by his sons Matt A. Tobin (36), Darrell Tobin (19) (Hailey Watson), Dakota Tobin (16); Allen Tobin (13), Aiden Tobin (12), his daughters Vanessa Hart (28) (Kyle Hart) and Desirae Tobin (18); and his first grandchild, Jesse Hart (11 mo), who was the joy of his last months. Brent was welcomed into Heaven by his adored daughter Harmony Tobin who he was surely overcome with joy to see again.

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Curtis Edward Moreland - October 30, 1972 - February 07, 2022

Departed: 02/07/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Curtis Edward Moreland, 49, Kokomo, passed away on Monday morning, February 7, 2022.

Born October 30, 1972, in Rapid City, South Dakota, he was the son of John Edward and Karen May (Yeager) Moreland.  On October 19, 2019, in Muncie, Indiana, he was married to the former Heather Leann Davis.

He was a 1991 graduate of North Miami High School and received his B.S. in Computer Science from Indiana University Kokomo.  He worked for Micro Precision in Kokomo and was a member of Abundant Life Church in Kokomo.  He was an avid Ohio State Football fan, and Cincinnati Bengals and Reds fan.  He enjoyed playing video games, exploring caves, and watching sprint car racing.  He loved old cars and could fix almost anything.

Survivors include his wife, Heather Moreland, Kokomo; parents, John and Karen Moreland, Mexico; children, Matt E. (Bethany) Moreland, Kokomo; Jessica E. Stanley, Peru; Kristina M. (Garrett) Miller, Kokomo; Dylan C. Katsimpalis, Kokomo; and Caleb S. Katsimpalis, Kokomo; four grandchildren, Madalynn, Brycen, Mavryck, Wilder, all of Kokomo; and two brothers, Jonathan Moreland, Mexico; and Nathan Moreland, Bloomington; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by one son, Joshua Curtis Moreland; and sister, Jennifer Miller.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, with Pastor Caleb Baldwin officiating.  Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico.

Visitation will be from 3-7:00 on Monday, February 14, 2022, at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Abundant Life Church, 1025 E 400 S. Kokomo, Indiana, 46902.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

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Jennifer Dawn Miller - January 06, 1971 - February 02, 2022

Departed: 02/02/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Jennifer Dawn Miller, 51, Noblesville, Indiana, passed away 3:16 p.m. on Wednesday, February 2, 2022, at Riverview Hospital, Noblesville.

Born January 6, 1971, at Ellsworth Air Force Base, near Rapid City, South Dakota, she was the daughter of John Edward and Karen May (Yeager) Moreland.  On May 31, 2021, in Indianapolis, Indiana, she was married to Troy Steven Miller.

She was a 1989 graduate of North Miami High School and received her B.S. in Nursing from Indiana University Kokomo.  She had worked in healthcare since graduation being employed at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester, and Miller’s Merry Manor in Culver for many years.  Currently she was working for Lacy Beyl & Company in Fishers, Indiana, as a nursing consultant.

She was a huge Cincinnati Reds Fan and loved Notre Dame Football.  She enjoyed cross-stitching, and was an avid lover of dogs, leaving behind her beloved canine companion, Charlie.

Survivors include her husband, Troy Miller, Noblesville; parents, John and Karen Moreland, Mexico; two sons, Colton Reed Baird and Seth Maxwell Baird (Alexandra Gomez Delgadillo), all of Rochester; two stepchildren, Gage Miller, West Lafayette; Alia Miller, Kokomo; three brothers, Curtis (Heather) Moreland, Kokomo; Jonathan Moreland, Mexico; and Nathan Moreland, Bloomington; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 10, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana.  Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico.

Visitation will be from 4-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made through the funeral home to Hoosier Bulldog Rescue c/o McClain Funeral Home, PO Box 248, Denver, Indiana, 46926.

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Harold Leroy Kotterman - July 24, 1943 - January 31, 2022

Departed: 01/31/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Harold Leroy Kotterman, 78, Reynoldsville, Pennsylvania, passed away on Monday, January 31, 2022, at the DuBois Nursing Home in DuBois, Pennsylvania.

Born July 24, 1943, in Fulton County, Indiana, he was the son of Harry L. and Velma L. (Runkle) Kotterman.

He attended the Deedsville High School, graduating in 1960.  After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army.  After basic training, he was deployed to Korea, where he completed his tour of duty and then returned to the Macy area.  Once home, he was employed Seal Power in Rochester and Wilson meat Packing in Logansport.

After working in the factories, he took up his true passion…being on the open road.  He first drove for Indiana Motor Bus out of Logansport.  After that, his true love of driving a semi started with Schneider Trucking and Crete Truck Line.  He was a member of the Teamsters and retired in 2010.

In 1965, he married Nancy Southerton, who he later divorced.  He was also married in 1972 to Sandra Budd, which also ended in divorce. In September 1980, he married Donna Tapper who preceded him in death in 2018.

He is survived by one daughter, Tina (Donald) Moyer, Nappanee; two sons, Craig (Chip) Feller, Des Moines, IA; and Donald (Latricia) Fitzgibbon, Knoxville, TN; grandchildren, Amber (Ronald) Weiss, Kristen (Josh) Sommers; Samantha Feller; John (Amy), Trent (Bethany), Ryan, Abby, and Joe Fitzgibbon; Haley (Tyler), Tiffany (Brandon), Steven, Aaron, and Amanda Fitzgibbon; seventeen great-grandchildren; three sisters, Donna Jean Halterman, Macy; Wilda Slisher, Roann; Lois (Michael) Lyons, Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, two sisters, Doris Ann and Sharon Louise Kotterman, daughter, Marsha Kotterman; son, Ronald Fitzgibbon; grandson, PFC Patrick Fitzgibbon; two brothers-in-law, Lessel Halterman and Richard Slisher; and one daughter-in-law, Wendy Fitzgibbon.

Funeral services will be held at Noon Saturday, February 12, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, with Pastor David Welsh officiating.  Burial will be in Plainview Cemetery, Macy.

Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Saturday, prior to the funeral service at the funeral home.

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Donna Jean Coffing Correll - June 03, 1930 - January 27, 2022

Departed: 01/27/2022 (Denver)

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Donna Jean Zellers Coffing Correll, 91, Avon Park, Florida, passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2022, at Advent Health, Sebring, Florida.     Born June 3, 1930, in Logansport, Indiana, she was the daughter of Viron Jay and Hallie Ruth (Walker) Zellers.  On September 5, 1948, near Twelve Mile, Indiana, she was married to Donald Leroy Coffing, and he passed on April 3, 2003.   She was then married to Eugene F. Correll, on June 18, 2005, at the Mexico Church of the Brethren.   She was a 1948 graduate of Logansport High School and was a longtime member of the Mexico Church of the Brethren and attended Cornerstone Christian Church in Avon Park, Florida.  Over the years, she spent time as a hardworking homemaker.  The family spent time butchering their own meat, gardening, and canning each year.  Together, Donna and Don owned and operated their own business, Mill End Upholstery in Peru from 1983 until 1989.  They also spent many enjoyable days together at flea markets, even starting one in Peru.  Since 1979, Donna enjoyed many winters in Florida, until she finally made it her permanent home with her second husband, Gene.  For the past few years, Gene and Donna cared for each other through sickness and health, always praising God for giving them the opportunity to be together.   She is survived by her husband, Gene Correll, Florida; children, Twila June (Dave) Collins, Denver; Michael Andrew (Debbie) Coffing; Michigan; Anita Lou (Eugene) Sharp, Newburgh; Christine Sue  Coffing, Nevada; Mark Eric (Bonnie) Coffing; Peru; Daniel James (Amy) Sofianos; and Lucinda Lynn (Mark) Correll McCann; daughters-in-law, Shirley Correll, Illinois; and Connie Correll, Florida; grandchildren, Janet Ross, Penny Ross (Glenn), Ralph (Dani) Ross, Scott (Kathie) Coffing, Mickey (Leigh Ann) Ross, Serena (Joshua) Francis, T.J. (Crystal) Hackworth Nathan (Jesse) Collins, Seth (Maria) Coffing, Jessica (Elizabeth) Weiss Bond, Jacob (Jill) Sharp, Amanda (Joshua) Weiss Azucena, Angela Sharp, Alec Sofianos, and Isabella Sofianos; great-grandchildren, Marissa (Michael) Yankosky; Paige Coffing; Cody Francis; Abigail Coffing; Corey Collins, Alexus Hackworth Coffing, Gabriella Francis; Avery Harvey, Zachary Coffing, Riley Collins, Lyla Sharp, Sloan Sharp, Violet Harvey, Marley Rodenberg, Peyton Collins, and Cameron Sharp; great-great granddaughter, Olivia Yankosky; as well as Correll grandchildren and great-grandchildren, James, Vicki, Travis, Todd, Shane, Jeannie, Karrie, Cody, Kevin, Lacy, Mitchell, Libby, Logan, Tori, Kaiya, Jordan, Jessie, Amelia, Keegan, Juniper, and Julian, and great-great grandchild, Conner.     She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Don Coffing; siblings, Harvey Jay Zellers, Wendell Dewayne Zellers, Francis John Zellers, Vera Jane Zellers Layman, and Edward Dean Zellers; and children, Donald Leroy Correll and Ervin Lewis Correll, and Correll great-grandchildren, Jamie and Erin.   Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at Zion Chapel Church, 915 S. Broadway, Peru, Indiana, with Pastor Rod Correll officiating.  The service will be livestreamed.  Please visit her obituary page at www.mcclainfh.com for a link to the service.  Burial will be in Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Cass County.   Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at the church.   Memorial contributions may be made to Church Service Center, PO Box 1962, Avon Park, Florida, 33826, or Zion Chapel Church.   McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at the funeral home website.

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Ronald Gene Pearson - December 28, 1947 - January 18, 2022

Departed: 01/18/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Ronald Gene Pearson, 74, Macy, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Born at Dukes Hospital in Peru, Indiana, on December 28, 1947, he was the son of Glen N. and Lillian A. (Priser) Pearson.  On June 8, 1969, at the Twelve Mile United Methodist Church, he was married to Carolyn A. Collins.

He was a 1967 graduate of Caston High School and worked at Switches in Logansport.  Growing up on a dairy farm outside of Twelve Mile, Indiana, he worked as a dairy farmer himself outside of Macy throughout his adult life, always using his favorite Allis-Chalmers tractors.  He enjoyed going to auctions, fish-frys, and sporting events, and he was an usher for Notre Dame Football games for twenty-five years.

Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Pearson, Macy; daughter, Cheryl Pearson, Macy; son, Eric (Amy) Pearson, Denver; five grandchildren, Abby (T.J.) Holman, Wabash; and Luke Pearson, Eleanor Pearson, William Pearson, and Sophia Pearson, all of Denver; one great-granddaughter, Hazel Holman, Wabash; and one brother, Jim (Connie) Pearson, Peru.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Brian Pearson; and sister, Glenda K. Shaver.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, with Pastor Dave Jodry officiating.  Burial will follow in Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Cass County.

Visitation will be from 4-7:00 p.m. on Monday, at the funeral home.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

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David Jon Den Houter - July 21, 1934 - January 17, 2022

Departed: 01/17/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: David Jon Den Houter, 87, of Bloomington, Indiana passed away peacefully on Monday morning, January 17, 2022 at his home.

Born July 21, 1934, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, he was the son of Willard and Louise (Brunsell) Den Houter.  On May 17, 1958, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, he was married to Marilyn Ann (Smith) Den Houter.

Dave was a proud graduate of “The” University of Michigan earning a Masters Degree in Social Work. He worked for Washtenaw County Juvenile Court, Wayne-Westland Community Schools along with Huron Valley Child Guidance Clinic. Growing up a half block from The Big House, Dave became an avid fan of U of M sports, despite the distress it often caused him. He was a life long Tiger fan too. Throughout his life he was very active and enjoyed swimming, fishing, and golfing. He even had a few hole-in-ones. In his teens, he was also an avid tennis player, and one summer he spent most of his idle time pitching horse shoes, until he could beat anyone in the family. He loved spending time with his favorite people, his grandchildren.

Dave will be deeply missed by his daughters, Leslie (David) Beebe, and Debra Den Houter (Dean Bilbruck); grandchildren, Elyse Beebe, Mark Beebe, and Leah Beebe; brother, Daniel (Elaine) Den Houter, and sister Mary (Duane) Clark; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and one brother, Willard Den Houter.

A graveside memorial service will be held at a later date in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

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Terry Gene Robbins - February 14, 1945 - January 16, 2022

Departed: 01/16/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Terry Robbins, 76, of Hudson, Florida, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Lakeland, Florida.   Born February 14, 1945, in Logansport, Indiana, he was the son of Elmer Raymond and Marjorie Olline Buskirk Robbins.     He was a member of the American Legion, Elks, Eagles, Moose, Fraternal Order of Police, and the Indiana Sheriff’s Association. Terry enjoyed fishing, boating, mushroom hunting, playing cards, and spending time with his children. He was a proud owner of Robbins Bail Bonds in Lafayette, Indiana, for over 35 years.   Survivors include his children; Kristina (Ben) Wing, Stuart (Katherine) Robbins, Kathleen(John) Robbins, Alyssa (Jadd) Helma, and Brooke (Brett) Robbins; grandchildren, Kaitlon (Marshall) Crum, Tressa Wing, Keegan Wing, Arie Robbins, Effie Wilson, Andrew Bush, Carrisa Robbins, Tyler Mertz, Dustyn Mertz, Bronson Helma, Blakely Helma, and Nolan Schuler; and great-grandchildren Marshall Crum, and Teddy and Marcy Wilson. Grandchildren/Great-Grandchildren Kris’s family-grandchildren, Kaitlon (Marshall) Crum, Tressa Wing, and Keegan Wing, and great-grandchild Marshall Crum    Stuart’s family-grandchildren, Arie Robbins, Effie Wilson, and Andrew Bush and great-grandchildren- Teddy and Marcy Wilson    Kathleen’s family- grandchildren, Carrisa Robbins, Tyler Mertz, and Dustyn Mertz    Alyssa’s family-grandchildren, Bronson and Blakely Helma   Brooke’s family-grandchildren, Nolan Schuler

Visitation will be from Noon until 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 21, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, with a funeral service immediately following.  Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico.

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Edward Lee Tarter - September 26, 1955 - January 16, 2022

Departed: 01/16/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Edward Lee Tarter, 66, Denver, passed away at 1:12 p.m. on Sunday, January 16, 2022, at Lutheran Hospital of Ft. Wayne.

Born September 26, 1955, in Wabash County, Indiana, he was the son of Fred O. and Francis Jeanette “Pat” (Lehman) Tarter.  On November 4, 1988, in Gilead, Indiana, he was married to Kristi Denise Hammond.

He graduated from North Miami High School in 1974 before joining the United States Army.  He worked at several factories over the years including BKB Manufacturing in North Manchester, and he was a member of the Denver Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Kristi Tarter, Denver; daughter, Emily Rose Tarter, Denver; step-daughter, Elizabeth (Brad) Kabzinski, Illinois; two step-grandchildren, Kristin and Jonathon Kabzinski; four sisters, Sheila (Randy) Runkle, Macy; Cheryl Tarter, Rochester; Sandra (Tom) Smith, Elkhart; and Shelly Fry, Akron; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Chris Tarter.

A gathering of family and friends will be from 2-5:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at the Denver Baptist Church, Denver, with Pastor Bryce Landon officiating a memorial service at 3:00 p.m.  Private burial will be in Gaerte Cemetery, rural Gilead.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

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Rosemary Louise Swanson - October 06, 1933 - January 10, 2022

Departed: 01/10/2022 (Denver)

Obituary Preview: Rosemary Louise Swanson, 88, Logansport, passed away at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 10, 2022, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Logansport, Indiana.

Born October 6, 1933, in Cass County, Indiana, she was the daughter of late Harry Beecher and the former Mary E. (Kochel) Rhodes.  On September 6, 1952, she was married to Roger C. Swanson, and he passed December 19, 1996.

She graduated from Metea High School and was a member of the former Twelve Mile United Methodist Church. She retired from the bank at Twelve Mile and had also worked at Caston Schools in the cafeteria.

Survivors include two children, Teresa (Bob) Hoagland, Cape Coral, FL; and Jeff Swanson, Twelve Mile; four grandchildren, Austin Townsend, Rodney Swanson, David Swanson, all of Twelve Mile; and Samantha Swanson, Rochester; and three grandchildren, Nicholas Townsend and Rodney Swanson, Jr., Twelve Mile; and Owen Swanson, Macy.

She was preceded in death by one daughter, Christina Townsend; and one grandson, Allen Townsend.

A graveside memorial is being planned at a future date.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

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A Team of Dedicated Professionals

The staff at McClain Funeral Home is comprised of experienced and licensed funeral directors, each dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to families. With a deep understanding of the grieving process, they work tirelessly to ensure that every detail is attended to, from the initial consultation to the final farewell. Their expertise and compassion have earned them the trust of countless families who have placed their loved ones in their care.

Personalized Funeral Services

At McClain Funeral Home, every family is unique, and every life is worth celebrating. That's why they offer personalized funeral services tailored to meet the specific needs and wishes of each family. From traditional funerals with visitation and burial to cremations with memorial services, they provide a range of options to suit individual preferences and cultural traditions. Their goal is to create a meaningful and memorable tribute that honors the life of your loved one.

Cremation Services

As cremation becomes an increasingly popular choice for many families, McClain Funeral Home offers a range of cremation options to suit individual needs. From direct cremation to cremation with memorial services, they provide a dignified and respectful way to say goodbye. Their state-of-the-art crematory ensures that every aspect of the cremation process is handled with care and precision.

Pre-Planning and Pre-Funding Options

Planning ahead can be a wise decision when it comes to funeral arrangements. At McClain Funeral Home, they offer pre-planning and pre-funding options that allow individuals to make informed decisions about their final wishes while alleviating the financial burden on their loved ones. By planning ahead, you can ensure that your wishes are respected, and your family is protected from unnecessary stress and expense.

Community Involvement

McClain Funeral Home is deeply rooted in the Denver community and is committed to giving back through various charitable initiatives and sponsorships. They believe that building strong relationships with local organizations and businesses is essential to creating a supportive network for families in need. From hosting grief support groups to participating in community events, they are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of those around them.

Grief Support and Resources

Losing a loved one can be one of life's most challenging experiences. At McClain Funeral Home, they understand the importance of providing ongoing support and resources to help families navigate the grieving process. They offer grief counseling services, support groups, and online resources to help individuals cope with their loss and find a path towards healing.

A Commitment to Excellence

At McClain Funeral Home, excellence is not just a goal – it's a standard. They strive to exceed expectations in every aspect of their service, from the initial consultation to the final farewell. Their commitment to excellence has earned them numerous accolades and recognitions within the funeral industry, but more importantly, it has earned them the trust and gratitude of the families they serve.

In conclusion, McClain Funeral Home is more than just a funeral home – it's a beacon of hope and comfort in times of need. With their rich history, dedicated team, personalized services, and commitment to excellence, they provide a level of care that is unmatched in the region. If you're seeking a trusted partner to guide you through one of life's most difficult moments, look no further than McClain Funeral Home.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and other biographical information. It may also include details about their life, achievements, and surviving family members.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to share the news of a loved one's passing with friends, family, and community. They provide an opportunity to honor the deceased person's life, share memories, and offer condolences to those who are grieving.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, a family member or close friend writes an obituary, often with the assistance of a funeral home or obituary writer. In some cases, the deceased person may have written their own obituary in advance.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about their life achievements, military service, or charitable work.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication and the family's preferences. Typically, it ranges from 100 to 500 words. Online obituaries may be longer and more detailed than those published in print.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only the basic facts such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a more detailed and personalized tribute to the deceased person's life.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary platforms and newspapers allow you to include one or more photos of the deceased person. This can help to make the obituary more personal and meaningful.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online platform?

Contact the newspaper or online platform directly for their submission guidelines and deadlines. Be prepared to provide the necessary information and payment for publication.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies widely depending on the publication, location, and length of the obituary. Expect to pay anywhere from $50 to $1,000 or more for print publication.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, many people choose to write their own obituary in advance as a way to ensure that their life story is told accurately and with dignity. This can also be a therapeutic exercise in reflecting on one's life.

What if I don't want to include certain information in the obituary?

You have control over what information is included in the obituary. If there are certain details you prefer not to share publicly, you can omit them or ask a funeral home or obituary writer for guidance.

Can I include humor or anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! An obituary can be a celebration of the person's life, including their personality quirks and humorous moments. Just be sure to keep it respectful and tasteful.

How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive issues or conflicts within the family, it's best to approach them with care and sensitivity. Consider consulting with other family members or a trusted advisor before finalizing the obituary.

What if I need to make corrections to an already-published obituary?

Contact the publication or online platform immediately to request corrections. They will guide you through their process for making changes.

Can I republish an obituary from another source?

If you want to republish an obituary from another source, such as a different newspaper or online platform, obtain permission from the original publisher first. You may also need to provide proof of copyright ownership or permission from the author.

How long are online obituaries typically kept available?

The duration that online obituaries remain available varies by platform. Some websites may keep them archived indefinitely, while others may remove them after a certain period (e.g., 6 months or 1 year).

Can I create a memorial website or page instead of an obituary?

Yes! Memorial websites or pages can be a beautiful way to honor your loved one's memory and share stories, photos, and memories with others. Many online platforms offer this service.

What if I'm not comfortable writing an obituary myself?

If you're struggling to write an obituary or need guidance, consider asking a funeral home or professional obituary writer for assistance. They can help you craft a fitting tribute to your loved one.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial contributions in an obituary?

Absolutely! Many families choose to include information about charitable donations or memorial contributions in lieu of flowers. This can be a meaningful way to honor your loved one's legacy.

How do I notify social media platforms about someone's passing?

Contact each social media platform directly to report the account holder's passing. They will guide you through their process for handling deceased users' accounts.

What if I need additional support or resources during this difficult time?

DON'T hesitate to reach out to friends, family, or professional counselors for emotional support. You can also contact local bereavement groups or organizations that provide resources for those coping with loss.

Can I reuse an existing obituary template or example?

You can use existing templates or examples as inspiration, but be sure to customize the content to fit your loved one's unique life story and personality. Avoid copying verbatim without permission from the original author.

How do I ensure that my loved one's legacy lives on after they're gone?

Celebrate their life by sharing stories, memories, and accomplishments with others. Consider creating a memorial fund, scholarship, or charity in their name to continue their impact beyond their passing.