Obituaries
Anna Marie Sholes
May 17, 2024
74 year old, Anna ‘Marie’ Sholes, of Francesville, passed away May 17, 2024, at her home with her loving family around her.
On November 5, 1949, Anna was born to Goldie Lorena (Riddle) Short, in Richwood, West Virginia. She graduated from Richwood High School. She married the love of her life, John M. Sholes on November 29, 1968, in Persinger, West...
Henry B. Dahm Sr.
May 16, 2024
81 year old, Henry B. Dahm Sr., of Wheatfield, passed away May 16, 2024, at his home.
On April 6, 1943, Henry was born to Henry and Henrietta (Berghorst) Dahm, in Jasper County, Indiana. Henry graduated from Wheatfield High School, class of 1962. He married the love of his life, Beverly May Hamstra on March 17, 1962, in DeMotte, Indiana. Henry...
Linda L. Williams
May 15, 2024
74 year old, Linda L. Williams, of DeMotte, passed away May 15, 2024.
On February 22, 1950, Linda was born to Marshall Wireman and Diana (Tyre) Woolbrandt, in Valparaiso, Indiana. She married the love of her life, Norman Williams, on June 17, 1967, in Jasper County, Indiana. Linda enjoyed being a housewife, and crocheting many items. Linda liked to garden and...
David Land II
May 15, 2024
56 year old, David Land II, passed away May 15, 2024, with his loving family around him.
On March 23, 1968, David was born to David and Ruby (Leach) Land, in Valparaiso, Indiana. On March 10, 1993, David married the love of his life, Jennie Hesh, in Kentland, Indiana. David worked in the factory for several years. He enjoyed watching sports....
Scott Helton
May 14, 2024
62 year old, Scott Helton, of Wheatfield, passed away May 14, 2024, with his loving family around him.
On February 13, 1962, Scott was born to Vernon and Ruth (Wireman) Helton at Valparaiso, Indiana. He was a lifelong area resident, and a Kankakee Valley High School graduate, class of 1980. He married the love of his life, Debbi Shupe on August...
Alice F. Messer
May 10, 2024
84 year old, Alice F. Messer, of Clayton, formerly of Medaryville, passed away May 10, 2024.
On August 12, 1939, Alice was born to Lee and Betty (Conley) Scott. She worked at one time for American Oak, in North Judson. Alice loved flowers, and shopping at Good Will.
Alice is survived by her loving family: children: Eddie (Marie) Holbrook, Betty (James) Bolen,...
Sue A. Bowen
May 7, 2024
78 year old, Sue Bowen, of Wheatfield, passed away May7, 2024.
On February 7, 1946, Sue was born to Charles and Mary (Brown) Carter, in Rensselaer, Indiana. Sue married the love of her life, Sam Bowen Jr., on November 5, 1965. Sue was the best cook. She liked gardening and her flower beds.
Sue is survived by her children: Penny (Mark) Bowsher,
Michele...
Henry Walma Jr.
May 3, 2024
77 year old, Henry Walma Jr., of Wheatfield, passed away May 3, 2024, at his home, with his loving family around him.
On October 3, 1946, Henry was born to Henry A. and Jesse (Boomers) Walma, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Henry graduated in 1964, and then went to college. He also served in the U.S. Army. He worked for GRC Enterprises...
Henry D. 'Hank' Vander Wall
May 2, 2024
82 year old, Henry D. Vander Wall, of DeMotte, passed away May 2, 2024 with his loving family around him.
On April 24, 1942, in Hammond, Indiana, Henry was born to Duurt and Cornelia ‘Kay’ (Zeldenrust) Vander Wall. He graduated from Illiana High School. Henry married the love of his life, Marlene De Mick, on February 9, 1962, in South Holland,...
Michael E. Clemons
Apr 28, 2024
47 year old, Michael E. Clemons, of Kouts, passed away April 28, 2024.
On October 19, 1976, Michael was born to AC and Terri (Swing) Clemons in Valparaiso, Indiana. Michael graduated high school, received his bachelor’s degree from Ball State, and his master’s degree from Malone College. He was a Chaplain at Northwest Health, and at Porter County Jail. Michael was...
Darlene Hope (Devine) Valenzuela
Apr 27, 2024
71 year old, Darlene Hope (Devine) Valenzuela, of DeMotte, passed away April 27, 2024, at her home.
On February 6, 1953, in Bloomington, Illinois, Darlene was born to William and Dorothy (Myers) Devine. She graduated from high school. Darlene enjoyed being a homemaker. She liked to crochet, and was an avid reader. Darlene especially enjoyed the Arts: music, coloring, and The...
Jonathan J. Butala
Apr 21, 2024
38 year old, Jonathan J. Butala, of Valparaiso, passed away April 21, 2024, at his home.
On November 20, 1985, Jonathan was born to Mike Butala Jr., and Dawn (Peters) Baudouine in Valparaiso, Indiana. Jonathan was an exceptional employee and his co-workers enjoyed working alongside him at KFC. He enjoyed motocross, dirt bikes, and Harley Davidson motorcycles. He especially enjoyed the...
Charles T. Brown
Apr 21, 2024
64 year old, Charles T. Brown, of Rensselaer, passed away April 21, 2024.
On January 2, 1960, Charles was born to Orval Junior and Ruth (Sutherland) Brown in Buckhannon, Upshur County, West Virginia. Charles was a Maintenance – Mechanic for Dana Corporation for many years. Charles especially enjoyed going to World 100 and spending time with his loved ones. He enjoyed...
Kyle E. Neeley
Apr 19, 2024
31 year old, Kyle E. Neeley, of North Judson, Indiana, passed away April 19, 2024, with his loving family around him.
On January 23, 1993, Kyle was born to Chad Neeley and Deanna Vierke, in Starke County, Indiana. Kyle married Joanne Jacobs on January 4, 2014, in North Judson, Indiana. Kyle loved to work on cars. He also liked to fish,...
Darrell Alexander
Apr 17, 2024
58 year old, Darrell D. Alexander, of Rensselaer, passed away April 17, 2024, at his home with his loving family around him.
On July 24, 1965, Darrell was born to George ‘Wayne’ and Evelyn (Wolford) Alexander in Rensselaer, Indiana. Darrell married the love of his life, Linda
‘Louise’ Hopkins on June 4, 1988, in Rensselaer, Indiana. Darrell was a welder. He enjoyed...
Barbara A. Stewart
Apr 14, 2024
63 year old, Barbara A. Stewart, of Rensselaer, passed away April 14, 2024, with her loving family around her.
On November 8, 1960, Barbara was born to Timothy Hensley Sr. and Judy (Erb) Osborne in Hammond, Indiana. She worked as a bartender/manager. Barbara was an avid reader, and enjoyed painting, coloring and creating crafts. She especially enjoyed her family, children and...
Sterling M. Pickens Sr.
Apr 13, 2024
78 year old, Sterling M. Pickens Jr., passed away April 13, 2024.
On April 21, 1945, Sterling was born in Deepwater, West Virginia, to Sterling Sr. and Goldie (Ramsey) Pickens. He graduated from high school, and joined the U. S. Air Force from 1964 until 1968. He married the love of his life, Naomi Kinder on March 3, 1966, in Deepwater,...
Melissa "Sue" Sommers
Apr 8, 2024
72 year old, Melissa ‘Sue’ Sommers, of LaCrosse, passed away April 8, 2024, at her home.
On September 10, 1951, Sue was born to Melvon ‘Andy’ and Julia (White) Eaton, in Rensselaer, Indiana. She graduated from Wheatfield High School, class of 1969. Sue was a factory worker. She had a collection of rabbit figurines. She loved to cook, and enjoyed her...
Dennis C. Bailey
Apr 6, 2024
68 year old, Dennis C. Bailey, of Francesville passed away April 6, 2024.
On June 13, 1955, Dennis was born to Haskel Bailey and Carol Joy (Robbins) Bailey, in Valparaiso, Indiana. He served in the U.S. Navy. Dennis married Dolly Dee Dollahan, on August 9, 1980, in San Pierre, Indiana. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, playing pool, attending tractor pulls, playing in...
Gail R Batey
Apr 6, 2024
In the early morning hours of April 6, 2024, Gail Rena Batey was called home by Jesus. Gail was born on July 11, 1969, in Valparaiso, Indiana to Bill and Norma (nee: Jacobs) Hathaway who preceded her in death. Gail spent her life in the Kouts and Valparaiso area. She worked as a dedicated CNA at Porter/Northwest Health until her...
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