Douglas L. Stonebraker
Aug 11, 2026
73 year old, Douglas Lee Stonebraker, of Wanatah, passed away August 11, 2026.
On January 21, 1953, Doug was born James and Peg (Spenner) Stonebraker, in LaPorte, Indiana. He graduated from Kankakee Valley High School. Doug was the owner of the Lone Pine Liquor Store in Wanatah, Indiana. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and was a major Chicago sports fan who always...
Betty Sholes
Sep 9, 2026
80 year old, Betty Sholes, of DeMotte, passed away September 9, 2026, surrounded by her family.
On October 16, 1945, Betty was born to Harold Harris and Emogene (Schartiger) Hickman, in Richwood, West Virginia. Betty married the love of her life, Hansford ‘Tom’ “Worm” Sholes, on November 10, 1964, who precedes her. She enjoyed camping, word searches, tweezing, and her flowers....
Rusta Ault
Sep 8, 2026
Rusta A. Ault, of Valparaiso, passed away September 8, 2026.
On December 13, 1944, Rusta was born to Wayne Showalter and Faye (Criswell) Johnson, in Logansport, Indiana. She received a Bachelor’s Degree from Valparaiso University and also holds two Master’s Degrees. Rusta utilized her many talents in various positions at Indiana Information Controls, Bethlehem Steel, and McGills. She also taught math...
Robert Grady
Sep 7, 2026
71 year old, Robert W. ‘Rob’ Grady, of Rensselaer, passed away September 7, 2026.
On March 20, 1955, Rob was born to Charles and Lucille (Baker) Grady, in Del Rio, Texas. He served in the United States Army as a diesel mechanic. Rob married the love of his life, Lynn MacPhail, on November 16, 1979, in Clarion, Pennsylvania. He worked as...
Marietta Newbury
Sep 7, 2026
99 year old, Marietta Newbury, of Wheatfield, passed away September 7, 2026, at home with her loving family around her.
On May 21, 1927, Marietta was born to C. Wesley Sr. and Iona (Griffin) Clemans, in Rensselaer, Indiana. She married the love of her life, Arthur Newbury Sr., on September 25, 1954, who precedes her. Marietta worked as an aide at...
James 'Poppee' Myers Sr.
Sep 1, 2026
87 year old, James ‘Poppee‘ Myers Sr., of Wheatfield, passed away September 1, 2026, at home with his loving family around him.
On November 8, 1938, Poppee was born to Loris Myers and Margaret (Mahoney) Morris, in Hopwood, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Bishop Noll High School, class of 1956. Poppee married the love of his life, Elaine ‘Meema’ Keles, on November...
Karen Knoblock
Aug 29, 2026
65 year old, Karen M. Knoblock, of DeMotte, passed away August 29, 2026, with her loving family around her.
On February 26, 1961, in South Bend, Indiana, Karen was born to: Walter Long and Willomae (Morgan) Raker. She enjoyed being a homemaker, cooking, and especially her grandchildren. She loved to fish. Karen enjoyed making her flower garden look amazing, and watching...
John Poisel
Aug 22, 2026
78 year old, John C. Poisel, of Medaryville, passed away August 22, 2026, at IU Arnett Hospital in Lafayette.
On February 3, 1948, John was born to Lawrence and Ruby (Williams) Poisel, in Rensselaer, Indiana. He graduated from Medaryville High School, class of 1966. John married the love of his life, Joyce Burton, on April 5, 1969, in Sheldon, Illinois, who...
Sherry Shepperd
Aug 21, 2026
Sherry Shepperd, age 65, of Tazwell, Tennessee, formerly of Medaryville, passed away on August 21, 2026. She was born on December 6, 1960, along with a twin brother: Perry.
Sherry is survived by her daughter: Rhapsody Owens, son: Malachai Shepperd, brothers: Perry Shepperd, Mark Shepperd, and sister: Susie Rater.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Jack and Irene Shepperd, and...
Judith E. Patton-Mehay
Aug 16, 2026
79 year old, Judith E. ‘Judy’ Patton-Mehay, of Remington, passed away August 16, 2026, at home with her loving family.
On November 13, 1946, Judy was born to Rubin and Virginia (Bailey) Patton, in Rensselaer, Indiana. She spent her life taking care of her family, and was happiest getting to love on and spend time with her grandbabies. Judy was a...
Jonathan L Stepp
Aug 13, 2026
28 year old, Jonathan L. Stepp, of Merrillville, formerly of Wheatfield, tragically passed away in a workplace accident on August 13, 2026.
On January 14, 1998, Jon was born to William Stepp Jr. and Carrie (Beal) Stepp, in Rensselaer, Indiana. He graduated from Kankakee Valley High School, class of 2016. Jon served in the United States Army from 2017-2022. He was...
Daniel Arnett Jr
Aug 13, 2026
57 year old, Daniel ‘Bubba’ Arnett Jr., of Rensselaer, passed away August 13, 2026.
On January 2, 1969, Bubba was born to Daniel Sr. and Roxie (Marlin) Arnett, in Lafayette, Indiana. He graduated from Rensselaer High School, class of 1987. Bubba was a creative soul who loved to draw, and paint. He enjoyed music and being outdoors. Bubba had an extensive...
Wallace Booten Whitaker
Aug 4, 2026
86 year old, Wallace Booten Whitaker, of Wheatfield, passed away August 4, 2026, at home with his family around him.
On October 29, 1939, Booten was born to Walter and Della (Brown) Whitaker, in Rensselaer, Indiana. Booten worked as a welder for the Boilermaker’s Union. He enjoyed watching tv, fishing, and hunting.
Booten is survived by his children: Randall Whitaker, Brenda Whitaker,...
Charles Lewis Green Sr.
Aug 3, 2026
84 year old, Charles ‘Chuck’ Green Sr., of Wheatfield, passed away August 3, 2026, at home with his family around him.
On March 28, 1942, Chuck was born to Arthur and Clarabelle (Hammerly) Green, in Los Angeles, California. He married the love of his life, Betty Mathis, on August 6, 1966, in Hermosa Beach, California. Chuck was in the United States...
Bonnie K Roberts
Aug 3, 2026
83 year old, Bonnie Kay Roberts, of DeMotte, passed away August 3, 2026, at home with her loving family around her.
On February 8, 1943, Bonnie was born to Daniel and Hazel (Wilson) Nelson, in East Chicago, Indiana. She married the love of her life, Donald Roberts, on August 27, 1960, in Highland, Indiana. Bonnie was a very active member of...
Hershall 'Andy' Vires
Jul 30, 2026
81 year old, Hershall ‘Andy’ Vires, of North Judson, passed away July 30, 2026.
On July 24, 1945, Andy was born to Tilden and Nannie Belle (Spencer) Vires, in Perry County, Kentucky. He married the love of his life, Phyllis Miller, on June 25, 1966, in Medaryville, Indiana. Andy was a foundry worker at Teledyne Casting. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, mowing,...
Robert G. 'Lou' Schaefer
Jul 30, 2026
86 year old, Robert G. ‘Lou’ Schaefer, of Wheatfield, passed away July 30, 2026.
On August 5, 1939, Lou was born to George and Grace (DeYoung) Schaefer, in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from DeMotte High School, class of 1957. Lou was a Marksman for the United States Marine Corp. He married the love of his life, Kathryn ‘Kate’ Corning, on May...
Robert R. Reel Sr.
Jul 28, 2026
70 year old, Robert ‘Robb’ R. Reel Sr., of Wheatfield, passed away July 28, 2026, at home with his family around him.
On December 16, 1955, Robb was born to Thomas and Patricia (Brook) Reel, in Hammond, Indiana. He was an Avionics Instrument Specialist in the United States Air Force. Robb was a jack of all trades, working all over in different...
Thomas Allen
Jul 28, 2026
71 year old, Thomas ‘Tom’ Allen, of DeMotte, passed away July 28, 2026.
On June 21, 1955, Tom was born to John and Bonnie (Welch) Allen in Gary, Indiana. He served in the United States Marine Corp. Tom married the love of his life, Beverly Norris, on December 23, 1975, in Bloomfield, Indiana. He was a heavy machine operator for the...
Durral Andrew Hale
Jul 27, 2026
35 year old, Officer Durral Andrew Hale, of Wheatfield, passed away July 27, 2026, after a hard fought battle with cancer.
On January 25, 1991, Durral was born to Durral ‘Rusty’ Hale and Teresa (Chapman) Payton, in Valparaiso, Indiana. He graduated from Kankakee Valley High School, class of 2010. Durral married the love of his life, Melissa Bood, on October 26,...