Judy Ellen Allmon, 78, a lifetime resident of Wabash County, Indiana, passed away at 9:20 a.m. on Saturday morning, December 6, 2025, at Wabash Parkview Hospital. She was born one hour before her twin brother on June 25, 1947, in Wabash to Viola and John Lehner.

Judy was a 1966 graduate of Wabash High School. 

Judy married Carl Ross of Lagro on June 19, 1971. Together they had two children, Scott and Kim. 

Judy then married Robert Allmon on October 27, 1991, and were partners in life for over 34 years. 

Judy spent many years working in the culinary arts. She worked with a number of chefs at the Wabash County Club, including Robert Allmon, whom she followed to work for Richard E. Ford/Charley Creek Foundation until her retirement. She was a dedicated worker and enjoyed learning new recipes and concepts from all of those she worked with. She enjoyed allowing her artistic side to shine as she prepared various dishes for presentation. 

Judy also loved children. She could not allow a baby to go past her in a store without cooing and making the baby smile, as well as the parents or grandparents. She loved shopping, scary movies, jewelry, and watching the jewelry channel. Judy was also an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan because of Patrick Mahomes. 

Judy is survived by her husband Robert of Urbana; one son, Scott (Kami) Ross of Lagro; one daughter Kimberly (Douglas) Bollan of Wabash; three grandsons, Nicholas Bollan of Wabash, Chase Ross and Noah Ross of Lagro. Her twin brother John (Marsha) Lehner of Wabash also survives, as well as numerous nephews and nieces and their children. 

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992. Burial will follow at Falls Cemetery. 

Visitation for friends and family will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Judy Ellen Allmon's final arrangements.

Betty Ann Lee

 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved, BETTY ANN LEE, 74, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025.   

Betty (Hughes) Lee, was born on December 20th, 1950, in Peru, IN, and is survived by her son, Christopher (Lynn) Lee; grandchildren, Andrew, Brionna, and Zakk; two great-granddaughters; three sisters, Connie McConahay, Barbara (Dave)Townsend, and Janice Hughes; one brother, Dennis Hughes; seven nieces and nephews, Matthew, Mandy, Alicia, Alaina, Brandon, Natalie, Molly, Kord; and step-daughter, Kara.  

Betty graduated from Peru High School in 1970 and earned a registered Beautician of Cosmetology license from Wabash Vocational.  Betty did her own bouffant hairstyle for her senior picture and was quite good at the (Betty bouffant), practicing on her sisters and neighbors.  

Betty went on to seek higher-wage employment in Wabash at the GenCorp Automotive Plant, where she worked on the assembly line from 1973 to 2003 and where she also met her husband, Bob.  

Betty was a very enthusiastic collector of Shirley Temple dolls and memorabilia, as well as other collectible dolls, such as Barbie, Mrs. Beasley, and china dolls. Betty enjoyed watching the I Love Lucy show, Shirley Temple movies, the Andy Griffith Show, and many old movies. In the early years of her life, you could find her at the local Bingo Hall in Peru or Wabash.  Betty enjoyed country hymnals and ’50s, '60s & early ’70s music.   

Betty was a member of Saint Bernard Catholic Church in Wabash and would watch Sunday Mass on TV.  

Betty is preceded in death by her husband of well over fifty years, Robert Lee; her parents, Charles and June Hughes; one brother, Charlie; a sister, Norma; two brothers-in-law, Dick and Bill; a sister-in-law, Judy; her in-laws; and two nephews, Jason and Billy.  

Betty will be forever loved and missed by her family, cousins, and friends!  Betty’s side-table lamp light will remain on at a family member's house for generations to come as a reminder of her. She is now at peace in the arms of her Savior.   

A Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Father Jay Horning officiating. Burial will follow at Falls Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation for friends and family will be one hour prior to the service on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home.

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

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

 Tonie M. Baer, 78, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 4:50 a.m. on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born to Edward "Eddie" and Thelma (Sands) Baer on August 17, 1947, in Wabash, Indiana.

Tonie was a graduate of Northfield High School. After high school, he served in the United States Army as a Clerical Specialist. Tonie retired from the Wabash City Fire Department after serving 24 years from September 1969 to September 1993. He owned Baer's Cycle World in Wabash, Indiana. 

Tonie is survived by his four nieces; Lisa (Scott) Hearn, Angie Baer-DeLauter, both of Wabash, Indiana, Cinda Baer, Susan Baer, both of Texas; eight great nieces and nephews; Blake (Hayley) Hearn of North Manchester, Indiana, Caitlin Hearn, Miles Hearn, Phoebe (Ian Ogden) Hearn, Reese (Layne) DeLauter, Sterling (Blake Peterson) DeLauter, all of Wabash, Indiana, Seth Baer and Reid Baer, both of Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Ted Baer and Todd Baer. 

Funeral Services will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Pastor Brad Wright Officiating. Private family graveside services will take place at Gardens of Memory in Marion, Indiana. 

Visitation for friends and family will be two hours prior to the service on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be made to the 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 Tonie M. Baer's final arrangements.

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