Obituaries

Dec 25, 2023

Lewis Leon Hoaks, 83, of Goodland, passed away surrounded by family Monday, December 25, 2023. He was born July 18, 1940 in Rensselaer to the late Charles “Earl” and Delorus (Sheets) Hoaks. Lewis enjoyed going out to feed the birds and eating his favorite snack, “Cheetos”, while watching every news channel available on TV. Lewis worked in the Rensselaer...

Dec 20, 2023

Howard Daniel Laffoon, 92, of Lafayette, left this world for his eternal home, Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at Clinton House Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Frankfort.

He was born April 8, 1931 in Newton County, IN to Harry Daniel and Gladys M (Bassett) Laffoon.

Howard graduated from Mount Ayr High School in 1949 and served in...

Dec 17, 2023

Edward O'Hara, 81 of Lake Village, died December 17, 2023 at his home.  Edward was born January 15, 1942 in Cincinnati, OH. He proudly served our country as a Marine with the 3rd Tank Division and spent over two years in Vietnam during his four years in the Marine Corps before being Honorably discharged into the Marine Reserve. He...

Dec 9, 2023

Steve H. Datzman, 80, of Earl Park, died Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Heart of Mary Hospital, Urbana Illinois. He was born April 5th, 1943 at Watseka, Illinois, to the late Robert Charles and Jennie Datzman. He graduated from AJ Kent High School, Kentland, Indiana, in 1961 and he was inducted to the Army in September, 1966 and discharged...

Dec 8, 2023

Cory Robin Michael Wilson, 40, of Fowler, died December 8, 2023.  Cory was born the son of Mark E. Wilson and Patricia Lynn (Yeary) Cobleigh on April 19, 1983 in Valparaiso, IN.  Cory enjoyed Nascar, fishing and grilling for his family.  Earlier this year, he lost the love of his life, Kassandra (Allis) Wilson.

He leaves behind...

Dec 5, 2023

David W. Cripe, 63, of Oxford, passed away December 5, 2023 from cancer.  David was born May 11, 1960, the son of the late Phillip and Beatrice Cripe.  David is predeceased by his parents and brother Joe.  He is survived by brothers, Tom & Mike, sister, Diana, daughter, Allison and granddaughters, Nella, Lanie & Ayla as well as a...

Nov 26, 2023

Timothy Allen,Kinnaird, 69, of Brook, died November 26, 2023 at his home with family by his side.  He was a loving, caring husband, father, and grandfather. He was strict, supportive, playful, funny and full of jokes. He always gave a helping hand or a shoulder to cry on. He was a great mechanic at work, as well as at...

Nov 23, 2023

All arrangements will be held privately to carry out his wishes.  Please respect the families privacy at this time.

Nov 20, 2023

Sandie Gale Richards, age 61, of Brook passed away unexpectedly November 20, 2023, at Franciscan St. Elizabeth Hospital in Lafayette, IN following a brief illness.  On July 17, 1962, in Edmonton, KY, Sandie was born to Annette and Bedford Fields. Sandie was a graduate of North Montgomery High School in Linden IN. On September 7, 2002, she married Thomas...

Nov 18, 2023

Willie Thatcher, 68, of Boswell, IN went to be with the Lord Saturday morning November 18, 2023. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his beloved family at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. WIllie was born September 4, 1955 in Dallas, Texas to Joe Benito Thatcher and Crecencia (Muñoz) Thatcher. Willie was a 1974 graduate of PSJA High School...

Nov 6, 2023

Paul E. “Popeye” Marker, 74, of Fowler, died November 6, 2023 at his home with family by his side.

Paul was born, June 20, 1949, the son of, the late, Lawrence and Dorothea (Agan) Marker in Pittsboro, IN.  Paul graduated Pittsboro high school and was a former postal clerk for the State of Indiana.  He enjoyed western...

Nov 1, 2023

Charles Edwin Hollingsworth, 71, passed away peacefully November 1, 2023, at his residence with his family by his side.

Born October 28th, 1952, to James and Mary Hollingsworth, Chuck lived his rambunctious young life in Goodland, IN with his six siblings Bill, Steve, Jeff, Mary Lou, Teresea, and Kathy.

He met his high school sweetheart...

Oct 22, 2023

Rosemary E. (Anderson) Weist, 82, died October 22, 2023. Rosemary is survived by her husband William B. Weist, son Sean, daughter Cindy, siblings Philip (Marilynne) Anderson, Barbara Anderson, Sandra (Ron) Zimmerman, Russell Noel (Rosana) Anderson, and sister-in-law Irene Conner. She was preceded in death by brother Gilbert Anderson and youngest sister Gwendolyn Reagan. Bill and Rosemary celebrated 60 years...

Oct 19, 2023

Luvicia "Vi" Strain, 70, of Brook Indiana passed away on Thursday October 19, 2023. She was born on May 29, 1953 to John and Selma Brown of Swanington Indiana. She graduated from Benton Central in 1972. She met her husband Jack Strain working at Capital Products in Kentland Indiana. They married shortly after in Sheldon Illinois. She worked in...

Oct 18, 2023

Lloyd, Louie Varnado, 73, of Fowler, passed away peacefully at home, Wednesday, October 18, 2023.  He was born December 13, 1949 in Ft. Campbell, KY to Loyd Shelton and Florence Ann.  Lloyd, known by many as Louie, was a graduate of South Newton High School and went on to work as a dedicated barber for 53 years.  He was...

Sep 13, 2023

Maxine (Strole) Montgomery, born on March 19, 1930, peacefully passed away on September 13, 2023, at the age of 93. She leaves behind a legacy of love, family, and dedication. Maxine's life was a tapestry of joy, commitment, and enduring love. In 1951, she united in marriage with Rex Montgomery (deceased), and together they were blessed with five children:...

Sep 6, 2023

John Martin, 67, was born October 1, 1955, to Merle and Loretta (Zimmer)Martin in Watseka, Il. He lived in Goodland most of his life and went to South Newton High School Class of ‘75.

He married Renee French Martin December 8, 1973, In Goodland. They would have celebrated 50 years of marriage this year.

He...

Sep 2, 2023

Robert E. Cunningham III

Our dad was born in Rensselear, Indiana, on February 23rd, 1937.

He grew up, living in Brook, Indiana. He graduated from Brook High School, in the Class of 1955. There he played basketball and met his future wife, Patricia Boelke.

He attended Purdue University. Married Patricia in Kentland, Indiana...

Aug 26, 2023

Family is asking for privacy and prayers.

Aug 16, 2023

Dennis Vanderwall, 81, of Earl Park, passed away peacefully at his home August 16th, 2023.  He grew up on a farm near Ade and went to school ion Morocco graduating in 1959.  Dennis enjoyed softball, bowling, archery and riding bicycles, in fact, riding up to 6000 miles in one year.

He is preceded in death by his...