Donna Wallace

 

Donna B. Wallace, 90, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 7:21 a.m. Sunday, March 23, 2025, at her daughter’s residence in Wabash County. She was born on June 6, 1934, to Kermit and Beulah (Michel) Ehrenfelt in Kalona, Iowa.

Donna was a 1952 graduate of Kalona High School. Donna married her husband Richard Morris Wallace on October 2, 1953. He passed away on December 4, 2020. She worked for Frances Slocum Bank from 1964 to 1997, then retired after 30 years. She was a 50-year member of the Women’s Bowling League in Wabash, Indiana. She also held a membership with the American Legion Auxiliary Post 15 in Wabash, Indiana. Donna was a lifetime fan of the Chicago Cubs and the Chicago Bears. Donna was an active member throughout the community. She was a Junior Achievement leader as well as a softball coach through community service. Donna and her husband Dick enjoyed delivering meals on wheels in Wabash and spending winters at Gulf Shores together. They enjoyed their beloved Welsh Terrier - DeeDee. 

Donna is survived by five daughters, Vicki Lynn Harris of LaFontaine, Indiana, Martha Sue (Tim) Babb, Kathleen Kay (Loren) Rife, Teresa Marie (Raymond Jr.) Garrett, Elizabeth Ann (Donald Jr.) Watkins all of Wabash, Indiana; thirteen grandchildren, Tracy (Derek) Furnas, Nicholas Harris, Erin Ulshafer, Jeremy Ulshafer, Timothy (Gina) Babb, Jason (Brandy Wakefield) Pence, Betha (Travis) Rader, Carrie Fox, Scott (Abby Whiteman) Garrett, Amy (Mike) Enyeart, Kristie Garrett, Katie Watkins, Audra (Nicholas) Hannah; thirty-three great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandson. She is preceded in death by one daughter, Sally Little; one sister, Nancy Ehrenfelt Ogle; twin brothers; two grandchildren, Shawna Wallace and Richard Alex Watkins; one great-grandson, Dallas Miltenberger Jr.; and one son-in-law, Major General David Harris. 

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 28, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Pastor David Phillips officiating.

Visitation for friends and family will be from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service on Friday, March 28, 2025, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be made to Wabash County Animal Shelter, 810 Manchester Ave. Wabash, Indiana 46992.  

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Donna Wallace's final arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Patrick Lane Fetter

 

Patrick Lane Fetter, 63, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 11:49 p.m. on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Parkview Hospital Randallia in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on January 17, 1962, to Travis W. and Jackie A (Pence) Fetter in Belle-Glade, Florida.

Patrick was a 1980 graduate of Wabash High School. He worked as a tool and die machinist for many years. Patrick also worked for GDX for fourteen years in Wabash, Indiana. He held a membership with St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wabash, Indiana. Patrick also held a membership with the American Legion Post 15 in Wabash, Indiana.

Patrick is survived by three brothers, Joe (Carol) Fetter of Madison, Indiana, Stanley (Kay) Fetter of Wabash, Indiana, and Michael “Mick” (Sue) Fetter of Wabash, Indiana; one special friend, Maria Short of Wabash, Indiana. He is preceded in death by his parents, Travis W. and Jackie Fetter.

Public Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 24, 2025, at Falls Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana. 

Following the Graveside Service there will be a Celebration of Life Gathering from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the American Legion Post #15 188 W. Market Street, Wabash, Indiana 46992. 

Preferred memorials can be made to Shop With A Cop, Wabash, Indiana.

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Patrick Lane Fetter’s final arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Robert Earl Stapleton

 

Robert Earl Stapleton, 64, a lifetime resident of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, March 6, 2025, at his residence. He was born on December 28, 1960, to William Eugene Stapleton and Corena (Hopkins) Ansel in Wabash, Indiana.

Robert married Martha (Slee) Windsor on March 30, 1995. He worked for Orion Safety Products in Production. Robert enjoyed Rock and Roll Music, especially Lynard Skynyrd. He also enjoyed going on hikes, mushroom hunting, and camping. He was also very involved with Mississinewa 1812 Reenactments.  

Robert is survived by his wife, Martha Stapleton of Wabash, Indiana; two stepsons, Nathaniel Windsor of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Eric Windsor of Wabash, Indiana; one stepdaughter, Carrie (Matt) Reed of Wabash, Indiana; three step grandchildren, Alexis Windsor of Wabash, Indiana, Johnathan Windsor of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Zach Jones of Byron, Georgia; two brothers, Kenny Stapleton and Jimmy Stapleton, both of Wabash, Indiana; one sister, Connie Justice of Wabash, Indiana. He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Walter Stapleton, one sister, Diana Sizemore, and one step grandchild, Autumn Jones.

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Pastor David Phillips officiating.

Visitation for friends and family will be two hours prior to the service from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the funeral home.  

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Robert Stapleton’s final arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Vivian E. Proffitt

 

Vivian E. Proffitt, 95, of Liberty Township, Ohio formerly of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 12:06 p.m. Sunday, March 2, 2025, at her daughter's residence in Liberty Township, Ohio. She was born on August 22, 1929, to Warren and Lora (Lawson) Ogan in Wabash, Indiana.

Vivian was a 1947 graduate of Linlawn High School. She married David J. Proffitt on July 2, 1949. He passed away on November 1, 2006. Vivian was a member of Free Will Baptist Church in Wabash. She was a homemaker. In her free time, she enjoyed quilting, reading books, playing cards, and going to the casino. Most of all she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. 

Vivian is survived by one son, Dan (Donna) Proffitt of LaFontaine, Indiana; one daughter, Delores Welsh (Raymond Buchert) of Liberty Township, Ohio; one daughter-in-law, Janel Proffitt of Peru, Indiana; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, four brothers, six sisters, two sons, Dean Proffitt, who passed away on June 16, 2016, and Roy Proffitt, who passed away on October 20, 2020.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Pastor Brad Wright officiating. Burial will follow at LaFontaine I.O.O.F. Cemetery in LaFontaine, Indiana. 

Visitation for friends and family will be two hours prior to the service from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at the funeral home.  

Preferred memorials can be directed to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023 or Hart Homeless Animal Rescue Team of Cincinatti, 11711 Princeton Pike, Suite 341, Cincinatti, Ohio 45240 in care of McDonald Funeral Homes. 

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been entrusted with Vivian Proffitt’s final arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Joanna Marie Troyer

 

Joanna Marie (Shane) Troyer, 68, of LaFontaine, Indiana, formerly of Swayzee, Indiana passed away at 11:35 p.m. on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at her residence in LaFontaine, Indiana. She was born on June 20, 1956, to Larry Richard and Norma Jean (Whitam) Shane in Marion, Indiana.

Joanna was a 1974 graduate of Oak Hill High School. After she graduated, she married her husband John Robert Troyer on June 15, 1974. In 1977 Joanna began working as a bank teller at First National Bank in Wabash, Indiana. She also worked for Grant County Bank in Marion, Indiana, where she later retired. Joanna held a membership with Dora Christian Church in Lagro, Indiana. She was also a member of Dora Ladies Group.

Joanna is remembered for her willingness to lend a hand to anyone in need. She was always there for you when you needed her. Time and time again she would put everyone else before herself. She also is remembered for often being sassy, organized, but most importantly, kind and caring. She was an excellent cook for her family and friends. She enjoyed shopping and traveling. Her grandchildren were her life, and she loved spending time with them any chance she had. Joanna was devoted to her family and a second mom to many.

Joanna is survived by her loving husband of over 50 years, John Troyer of LaFontaine, Indiana; two daughters, Nichole Lynn (John Harris) Troyer of LaFontaine, Indiana, Erica Michelle (Trent) Gable of Wabash, Indiana; two sisters, Susan Shane of Fishers, Indiana, Nancy Becker of Florida; and five grandchildren, Brieanna Culver, Hayden Jones, Braxton Culver, Kycen Jones, and Braelyn Jones.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940 with Pastor Mark Wisniewski officiating. Burial will follow at LaFontaine I.O.O.F Cemetery in LaFontaine, Indiana.

Visitation for friends and family will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2025, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association, 1121 14th St. NW. Suite 150, Washington DC 20005. https://phassociation.org/donate/ 

McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, have been trusted with Joanna Marie Troyer’s final arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Shelley Diane (Bollan) Sidebottom

 

Shelley Diane (Bollan) Sidebottom, 52, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on February 29, 1972, to Ted and Judith (Graham) Bollan in Peru, Indiana.

Shelley was a 1991 graduate of Gulf High School in New Port Richey, Florida. She loved listening to music as well as taking care of animals, while also spending quality time with them. Shelley was a devoted and loving mother to her children.

Shelley is survived by one son, Tommy Jay Sidebottom of Wabash, Indiana; one daughter, Ashley Autumn Sidebottom of Wabash, Indiana; three brothers, Todd Bollan of Lenoir City, Tennessee, Douglas (Kim) Bollan of Wabash, Indiana, Terry (Tracey) Bollan of Wabash, Indiana; one sister, Sylvia (Ron) Calhoun of Salem, Indiana; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins; and childhood friends from Holman Elementary, Lanita, Anne, and Amy; and a cousin, Andrea Cruz. She is preceded in death by her father, Ted Bollan; paternal grandparents; and maternal grandparents.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Shelley Diane Sidebottom’s final arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Brandy Leigh Woodward

 

Brandy Leigh Woodward, 47, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 2:03 p.m. Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on January 28, 1978, to Ronald and Diana (Haley) Woodward in Wabash, Indiana.

Brandy was a 1997 graduate of Wabash High School. She held a membership with Trinity Baptist Church in Peru, Indiana. Brandy was featured in a Resource Connection (division of Pathfinder, Inc.) brochure when employed at Goose Graphics of Wabash, Indiana. She was one of four students whose artwork was selected for “Life in the White House” exhibition in 1992. She was presented an award by Mrs. Marilyn Tucker Quayle, wife of the vice president. Brandy enjoyed raising and caring for animals. She was extremely kind and would literally give her last dollar in order to help a friend.  

Brandy is survived by her parents, Ronald and Diana Woodward of Wabash, Indiana; one sister, Wendy J. (Dwane) Shepherd of Lagro, Indiana; one brother, Russell L. (Kimberly) Woodward of Wabash, Indiana; two nephews, Philip Leeka, Josh Nelson; one niece, Lezlie Hein; three great nephews, Devin Hein, Cole Leeka, Lucas Leeka; two great nieces, Izabella Hein, Lydia Leeka; and companion, Karen Woodward. She is preceded in death by her sister, Heather Lynn Woodward who passed away on April 22, 1992.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Reverend Amos Albright officiating.

Visitation for friends and family will be from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the funeral home.  

In lieu of flowers memorials can be directed to Fish of Wabash, 123 W Canal St, Wabash, IN 46992.

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Brandy Leigh Woodward’s final arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com