Trula Fern Cox, 90, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away at 7:53 a.m., on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, The Waters of Wabash East in Wabash, Indiana. She was born on September 23, 1935, to the late Frances McKinley Welch and Pearl Mae (Lynch) Welch in Sharps Chapel, Tennessee.

Trula married Ronald P. Cox on December 19, 1951; he died on October 5, 1984. Trula was a homemaker, as her family meant everything to her, and she enjoyed taking care of them. She loved to host Sunday dinner where her family would gather to enjoy her fried chicken. Trula's caring nature was shown in many ways, especially in the love and care she gave to her grandbabies, who brought her so much joy throughout her life. She liked to work in her garden, loved to play bingo, read, and do word searches. 

Trula is survived by her children, Hilda F. (James) Fannin of Wabash, Indiana, Lorretta Cox of North Manchester, Indiana, Randy J. (Patricia) Cox of Carrollton, Georgia, and Rhonda K. (Jeff) Duhamell of Wabash, Indiana; 10 grandchildren, Susan (Michael) Wakefield of Wabash, Indiana, Kim Brewer of Wabash, Indiana, Misty (Bill) Preston of Morral, Ohio, Sean (Millissa) Cox of Peru, Indiana, Kari Ann (Michael) Burder of Sidney, Indiana, Jeremy (Melissa) Cox of Wabash, Indiana, Ryan Cox of Carrollton, Georgia, Jennifer (Eric) Garner of Temple, Georgia, Trent (Christiana) Duhamell of Whiteland, Indiana, and Abby (Austin) Barker of Macy, Indiana; 19 great grandchildren; 12 great great grandchildren; and 3 step great great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Ronald P. Cox, son, Terry W. Cox, great grandson, Dominick Gill. Also preceding her in death are her sisters, Etta Mae (Bernard) Monroe and Ann (Mike) Burnette, and brothers, James (Bernice) Welch and Nola F. Welch.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Pastor Kirk Johnson officiating. 

Visitation for family and friends will be two hours prior to the service on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home.

Graveside services and burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Cox Cemetery in Sharps Chapel, Tennessee. 

Preferred memorials can be made to Housing Action of Wabash County (to assist the homeless with housing) or FISH of Wabash, 123 W. Canal St., Wabash, Indiana 46992. 

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with the final arrangements for Trula Fern Cox. 

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

 

Peter "Pete" Michael Butterbaugh, 65, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away at 10:15 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. He was born on October 28, 1960, to Samuel Butterbaugh and Amy (Butterbaugh) Lauer in Wabash, Indiana.

Pete proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, the United States Navy, and in the Army Reserves. He was a member of both the American Legion Post 15 and VFW Post 286, in Wabash, Indiana; he also belonged to the patriotic organization, Forty and Eight. Pete also enjoyed cooking.

Pete is survived by his mother, Amy Lauer of Wabash, Indiana; brothers, Andrew Butterbaugh of Wabash, Indiana, and Joe (Caroline) Butterbaugh of Roann, Indiana; sisters, Amanda (Michael) Mulheren of Red Bank, New Jersey, Casey (David) Sausaman of Wabash, Indiana, and Toni (Michael) Young of Punta Gorda, Florida; nieces and nephews, Kim, Amy, Shelby, Garrett, Leslie, Justine, Conor, Fiona, Jason, Cassidy, and Brooke; and his uncle, Rick Nelson of Carmel, Indiana. He is preceded in death by his father, Samuel Butterbaugh. 

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 31, 2026, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Ave., Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Pastor Jack Suits officiating. Burial will follow at Roann Community Cemetery in Roann, Indiana. 

Visitation for friends and family will be two hours prior to the service on Monday, August 31, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be made to FISH of Wabash or 85 Hope, 123 W. Canal St., Wabash, Indiana 46992.

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with the final arrangements for Peter "Pete" Michael Butterbaugh.

 

Sarah L. Wilkerson, 79, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away at 7:41 a.m., on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at her residence. She was born on August 15, 1947, to the late Charles Franklin "Frank" and H. Louise (Eakin) King in Wabash, Indiana.

Sarah was a graduate of Northfield High School. She owned and operated her painting business, Cover Up, and was involved in many county and community painting projects, especially the original Veteran's Plaza mural. She also worked as a social worker for ARC and WorkOne; she retired from Brownstown Electrical Supply in Wabash. Sarah was a member of Wabash Friends Church and enjoyed spending time in the woods, antiquing, crafts, and most of all, loved spending time with her family. 

Sarah is survived by her son, Drew (Molly) Wilkerson of Stevensville, Michigan; daughters, Emily Bri King of North Manchester, Indiana, and Alexa (Jacob) Dials of Wabash, Indiana; grandchildren, Keaton Wilkerson and Edison King, both of Huntington, Indiana, Gracie Mae Wilkerson of Stevensville, Michigan; great-grandchildren, Kassius Dials, Koda Dials, Kaliber Dials, Kohen Dials, and Ella King; brother, Gene L. (Bert) King of North Manchester, Indiana. She is preceded in death by her parents, infant son, Andrew Wilkerson, and four brothers, Joseph L. King, Robert L. King, Donald W. (Ann) King, and Douglas F. King.

A private Celebration of Sarah's Life will take place at a later time. 

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

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

 

 

Loretta S. Brodrick, 68, of Lagro, Indiana, passed away at 4:49 a.m., on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at home surrounded by family. She was born on January 2, 1958, to Russell and Nellie (Ward) Smith in the state of Washington.

Loretta was a 1976 graduate of Wabash High School. She married Matthew W. Brodrick on October 21, 2006; he survives. Loretta worked at Our Sunday Visitor in Huntington, Indiana, and also at Dana in Andrews, Indiana. Loretta formerly attended the Moose Lodge. She enjoyed bowling, traveling, camping, visiting casinos, touring wineries, and riding motorcycles. Most importantly, Loretta loved spending time with her family and friends. 

Loretta is survived by her husband, Matthew W. Brodrick of Lagro, Indiana; 3 sons, Brad Hayslett of Wabash, Indiana, Shawn (Kim) Hayslett of Lagro, Indiana, and James Morris of Lagro, Indiana; stepdaughter, Brooke (Jason) Kitt of Roanoke, Indiana; grandchildren, Annabell, McKenzie, Tristan, Branson, Sophia, Noah, Amelia, and Aiden. Also surviving are her brothers, Eugene Smith and Norman (Angie) Smith, both of Laketon, Indiana, Ronnie (Mary) Smith of Wabash, Indiana, and Robin (Diane) Smith of Wolcottville, Indiana; sisters, Violet Smith and Gertrude Smith, both of Wabash, Indiana. She is preceded in death by her parents, stepdaughter, Kristin Bradley, and sister, Joyce Bland. 

Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue., Wabash, Indiana 46992. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Huntington, Indiana. 

Visitation for family and friends will be two hours prior to the service on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials may be made to Eleos Hospice Care, 6255 Topsfield Ln., Fort Wayne, Indiana 46835.

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

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

Judy K. McKenzie, 79, of Lagro, Indiana, passed away at 11:34 p.m., on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at The Waters of Wabash West in Wabash, Indiana. She was born on May 14, 1947, to Jay and Goldie (Beverly) Shelton in Drift, Kentucky.

Judy was a 1965 graduate of Wabash High School. She married William "Skeeter" McKenzie on July 10, 1980; he died on September 24, 2021. She worked at Rolling Meadows Health & Rehabilitation in LaFontaine, Indiana until her retirement. Judy was a member of Erie Street Baptist Church in Wabash, Indiana. She enjoyed bowling, thrifting, and searching for treasurers at yard sales. She also liked M&M's and collecting little trinkets. Above all, Judy loved the time she spent with her family and her grandchildren. 

Judy is survived by her children, Jeff (Michelle) Shelton of Lagro, Indiana, Chris (Jennifer) Shelton of Roann, Indiana, Adam McKenzie and Faye Rowe, both of Wabash, Indiana; 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, grandson, Jeffery Miles Shelton, and sister, Emmalene Powers.

Visitation for friends and family will be on Friday, August 14, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Ave., Wabash, IN 46992.

Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the funeral home with Rev. Tim Webb officiating. Burial will follow at Lagro Cemetery in Lagro, Indiana.

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

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

 

Kenneth "Andy" Beckman, 79, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away at 7:52 a.m. at his residence, on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. He was born on November 21, 1946, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was raised by his adoptive parents, Wally and Ruth Beckman.

Andy served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War as a Green Beret in the Army Special Forces. He was a member of the Laketon Wesleyan Church where he also served as a board member.  Andy loved the outdoors and enjoyed spending time in nature, leading him to work as an Interpretive Park Ranger at Vogel State Park in Georgia

Andy is survived by his sister, Bev Burlington of Decatur, Illinois; two nephews, Chris Penisten of Wabash, Indiana, and Rex Betts of Southern California. He is preceded in death by his parents. 

Graveside services will be held at Falls Cemetery with Pastor Duncan Prior officiating. 

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Ave., Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Kenneth "Andy" Beckman's final arrangements.

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

 

Sherol K. Cochran, 71, of LaFontaine, Indiana passed away at 1:23 a.m. on Monday, July 27, 2026, at Rolling Meadows Health and Rehabilitation Center in LaFontaine, Indiana. She was born on October 12, 1954, to Harold Williams and Marilyn Lockridge in Marion, Indiana.

Sherol was a 1973 graduate of Mississinewa High School in Gas City, Indiana. She married Dennis D. Cochran on June 5, 1976, at the United Methodist Church in LaFontaine, Indiana. Sherol received her bachelor's degree in social studies and history from Ball State University before continuing her education and receiving her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Indiana Tech in Fort Wayne, Indiana; she retired from United Technologies in Huntington, Indiana. 

Sherol had a special interest in U.S. History. For several years she enjoyed volunteering at the Colonial Michilimackinac Archaeological Excavation in Mackinaw City, Michigan. Her favorite travel destinations were Mackinaw City and Mackinac Island, where she enjoyed taking several trips over the years. Sherol loved spending time with her family, especially with her grandson, Collin, and attending his activities. 

Sherol is survived by her husband, Dennis Cochran of LaFontaine, Indiana; son, Andrew Cochran of LaFontaine, Indiana; daughter, Jennifer (Brian) Berg of Noblesville, Indiana; grandson, Collin Berg of Noblesville, Indiana; father, Harold (Imogene) Williams of Marion, Indiana; sisters, Carol (John) Gamble and Deb (Al) Davis, both of Warren, Indiana; brother, Craig (Viva) Howell of Warren, Indiana; aunt, Gretchen Fry of Gas City, Indiana. She is preceded in death by her mother, Marilyn (Jim) Lockridge. 

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 S. Main St., LaFontaine, Indiana 46940 with Pastor Susan Shambaugh officiating. Burial will follow at LaFontaine I.O.O.F. Cemetery. 

Visitation will be two hours prior to the service on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials may be made to the Mackinac State Historic Parks Archaeology Department, P.O. Box 567, Mackinaw City, MI 49701, or the donor's choice. 

McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 S. Main St., LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, have been trusted with Sherol K. Cochran's final arrangements.

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