All Obituaries

David E. Baer, 62, of Logansport, passed away at his home early Thursday morning, March 26, 2020.   A full obituary will follow

Ronald L. Quinnette passed away peacefully on March 20, 2020 in Winterhaven, Florida.  Ron was born in Kokomo, IN, on July 11, 1935, to Gladys (Strahan) and Everett Quinnette.   Ron married Carolyn Talbert on July 26, 1956, and they had two sons – Gary and Guy.  Carolyn preceded Ron in death on November 29, 1994. On January 21, 1995, Ron and Lavena “Tootie” Tilley were married. Ron is survived by his wife, Tootie, Winterhaven, FL; his...

Stephen D. VanMeter, 77, of Kokomo, went home to be with the Lord at 11:07 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at Golden Living Sycamore Village in Kokomo. Born December 27,1942 in Kokomo to Clifford and Helen (Peele) VanMeter, married Carolyn M. Gray on July 17,1966 in Kokomo and she survives.  Stephen was a 1961 graduate of Northwestern High School and served his country as a member of the United States Army Reserves.  He was later employed as a...

Elizabeth Claxton, 87, Logansport, formerly of Walton, passed away peacefully at 12:23 p.m. Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Millers Merry Manor in Logansport.   She was born July 1, 1932 in Dublin, Ireland to Francis and Catherine (O’Hara) Walsh.   She married Avery H. Claxton on September 27, 1955 in London, England.  Avery preceded her in death on December 9, 1983. Elizabeth was a homemaker and enjoyed reading, knitting and spending time with her...

  Edith "Sis" Lock, 63, of Kokomo, made her journey to heaven Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 11:55 p.m. in her home. She was born March 8, 1957 in Kokomo to the late Harrison E. and Reina M. (Name) Owen. She retired from Haynes International in Kokomo in 2016 as a Safety Coordinator. Along with a manufacturing career, she was a manager of convenient stores, and was a CNA. She was a lifetime member of the American Legion Auxiliary and a proud member of the "Dribble...

Chester B. “Chet” Creason, 88, of Kokomo, went home to be with the Lord at 11:15 a.m. Monday, March 9, 2020 at Northwoods Village.   He was born December 23, 1931 to the late Charlie E. and Stella Mae Creason.   He married Martha V. “Marty” Williams December 4, 1983 and she survives.  Chet was a lifelong farmer retiring in 2004.  He proudly served his country in the Army. Surviving family include his wife Martha V....

David A. Kelly, 76, of Kokomo, went home to be with the Lord at 11:00 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 2020 from Majestic Health Care Center in Sheridan.  He was born December 17, 1943 in Indianapolis to the late Honor and Camille (Grieving) Kelly.  David married Jacqueline Quick on January 21, 1967 in Kokomo and she survives. David retired from Chrysler in 2006 with over 30 plus years’ service in transmission repair.  He was a member of the NRA, Cassville United...

Sandra A. Gamblin, 81, of Kokomo, passed into the arms of Jesus at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, March 1, 2020 at her home.  She was born February 18, 1939 to the late Buell and Essie Mae (Parker) Bennett.  She married William “Bill” Henry Gamblin on October 19, 1963 in Kokomo.  Bill preceded her in death on October 3, 1996. Sandra retired from Delco Electronics May 1, 1994 as a clerk in tool and die.  She was a member of UAW Local #292 and enjoyed...

Velda E. Shook, 91, of Kokomo, passed away at 10:15 a.m. Friday, February 28, 2020 at Northwoods Commons in Kokomo.  She was the daughter of the late Commodore and Saloma (Slaybaugh) McKay.   She first married Hildreth “Bill” Nearon in 1949 and he preceded her in death August of 1973.   She then married Howard Shook in 1976 and he preceded her in death in 1995. Velda retired from Delco Electronics with 39 years’...

Chuck (Irvin R.) Spencer, 78 Passed away peacefully at home with his family, February 26, 2020. He was married to Sandy Flack Aerne, who survives. Chuck and Sandy Spencer were married at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Logansport.  They were married for  61 years.    He is survived by his wife, Sandy, his children, Jerry and Sarah, Chris, Shawn, Tammy, Jim and Jen Bess, and his faithful dog, Krikit. Grandchildren: Shane, Paul and Audrey, Josh and Shannon,...