Kaye E. Young

 

Kaye E. Young, 86, of LaFontaine, Indiana passed away at 12:06 a.m. Sunday, June 16, 2025, at his residence. He was born on July 15, 1938, in Elwood, Indiana. 

Kaye was a graduate of Summitville High School. He served in the United States Army. He married Cheryl Fisher on June 8, 1979. Kaye worked as a tool and die maker for General Motors in Marion, Indiana. He was also partial owner of Mr. KC's Excavating. Kaye loved to play golf; he was an avid sports fan, especially the Indianapolis Colts. He also enjoyed working on the farm any chance he could. Kaye held a membership with Summitville Masonic Lodge and LaFontaine I.O.O.F. Lodge. He also attended and held a membership at LaFontaine United Methodist Church. 

Kaye is survived by his wife, Cheryl Young of LaFontaine, Indiana; one son, Phillip "P.J." (Stephanie) Young of Kokomo, Indiana; two stepsons, Rod (Marla) Lines of Wabash, Indiana, Rick (Kelly) Lines of LaFontaine, Indiana; three grandsons, Phillip Young, Scott Young, Justin Young; two step grandchildren, Jill Eastman, Steven Reed; two great grandchildren, Lailah Young and Skyler Young; three step-great grandchildren, Haven Eastman, Aiden Reed, and Rylin Reed. He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and four sisters. 

Per Kaye's wishes there will be no public services held.

Preferred memorials can be directed to www.honorflight.org in care of McDonald Funeral Homes. 

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

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

Barbara S. Aviles

 

Barbara S. Aviles, 83, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14, 2025, at her residence. She was born on March 9, 1942, to Clarence and Claudine (McKenzie) Fannin in Oxs, Kentucky.

Barbara was a graduate of Van Lear High School in Van Lear, Kentucky. She married Tomas R. Aviles on July 5, 1961, in Paintsville, Kentucky. Barbara was the Matriarch in the truest sense—whose quiet strength, unshakable faith, and fierce devotion to her children and grandchildren shaped generations. She enjoyed spending time with her family and attending her grandchildren's activities. 

Barbara is survived by her husband, Tomas Aviles of Wabash, Indiana; one son, Vincent (Tanya) Aviles of Noblesville, Indiana; two daughters, Angela (Keith) Leffers of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Lisa (Scott) Haupert of Wabash, Indiana; ten grandchildren, Victoria Leffers, Joseph Aviles, Jacob Leffers, Alexander Haupert, Noah Aviles, Isabella Leffers, Gabriel Haupert, Andrew Aviles, Vivian Haupert, Hudson Haupert; one brother, Charles (Dorothy) Fannin of Staffordsville, Kentucky; three sisters, Soreana Bowman and Bonnie (Henry) McCoart, both of Wabash and Patsy Bolden, of Nashville, Tennessee. She is preceded in death by her parents, one son, Anthony Aviles, and two sisters, Carol Hall and Alice Hashbarger.  

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992. Burial will follow at Falls Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation for friends and family will be two hours prior to the service from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be directed to Northfield Athletic Department in care of McDonald Funeral Homes.

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Barbara Aviles' final arrangements.

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

Nancy Kaye Sluss

 

Nancy Kaye Sluss, 76, a lifetime resident of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 8:52 a.m. Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Waters East of Wabash. She was born on December 16, 1948, to John G. and Betty Ann (Ray) Baker in Wabash, Indiana.

Nancy was a homemaker most of her life. She married Charles Sluss on July 25, 1970. She dedicated her life to serving the Lord and being very active in the church; from playing the piano, singing, teaching the youth, and directing many Christmas and Easter Programs. Nancy was a member of Grace Freewill Baptist Church in Marion, Indiana. 

Nancy is survived by her husband, Charles Sluss of Wabash, Indiana; two sons, Richard (Michelle) Sluss of Lagro, Indiana, Jason (Sylvia) Sluss of Wabash, Indiana; two grandsons, Austin (Shelby) Sluss of Wabash, Indiana, Matthew (Wendy) Warren of Auburn, Indiana; four great-grandchildren, Aniston Sluss, Charlotte Sluss, Lucas Warren, Elaina Warren. She is preceded in death by her parents, John G. Baker and Betty Ann Baker, stepmother, Frances N. Baker, one sister, Tyann Baker. 

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 16, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Pastor Tim Prater officiating. Burial will follow at Friends Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation for friends and family will be from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at the funeral home.

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

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been entrusted with Nancy Sluss' final arrangements.

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

Terry Gordon McDonald

 

Terry Gordon McDonald, 86, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 5:08 p.m. Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Wabash, Indiana. He was born on February 16, 1939, to C. Rex McDonald and Ruth B. Leffler in West Baden Springs, Indiana.

Terry was a 1957 graduate of Wabash High School. He then served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Terry worked for NIPSCO (Northern Indiana Public Service Co.) for 32 years before retiring in 1994. He married Carol A. Dwyer on April 1, 1985. Terry was devoted to his wife for over 40 years and lived his life for his family and grandchildren each day. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church in Wabash, Indiana. He also held memberships with American Legion Post 15, Moose Lodge 1195, Hannah Lodge #61, Wabash Shrine, Mizpah Shrine, and Fort Wayne Scottish Rite. 

Terry is survived by his loving wife, Carol A. McDonald of Wabash, Indiana; three sons, Jon D. (Alison) McDonald of Wabash, Indiana, Scott L. (Mike Geer) Dwyer of Fort Wayne, Indiana, David L.(Mindy) Dwyer of Greenwood, Indiana; six grandchildren, Logan A. (Abby) McDonald, Reece M. (Whitney Millspaugh) McDonald, both of Wabash, Indiana, Dawson L. Dwyer, Davis N. Dwyer, Delaney A. Dwyer, all of Greenwood, Indiana, Cale Lundquist of Wabash, Indiana; one great-granddaughter, Aven McDonald of Wabash, Indiana. He is preceded in death by his parents, stepmother, Doris McDonald, one son, Jay McDonald, one sister, Norma Vanloon, and one brother, Gene McDonald. 

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Pastor Brad Wright officiating. Burial will follow at Falls Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation for friends and family will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be made to Wabash County Animal Shelter, 810 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 or to Christ United Methodist Church, 477 N. Wabash Street, Wabash, Indiana 46992. 

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been entrusted with Terry McDonald's final arrangements.

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