Gary D. Vanlue

 

Gary D. Vanlue, 69, of LaFontaine, Indiana passed away at 8:51 a.m. on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at Wellbrooke of Wabash in Wabash, Indiana. He was born on June 4, 1955, to Paul A. and Rebecca E. (Overholtz) Vanlue in Wabash, Indiana.

Gary was a lifetime resident of LaFontaine, Indiana. He was a 1973 graduate of Southwood High School. In his younger days, Gary was an avid participant in a pony pulling association. Later, he worked at Ford Meter Box for over 40 years in Wabash, Indiana. Gary participated in the 1812 reenactment at Mississinewa Battlefield for many years. Gary also enjoyed spending his free time talking on the CB radio.

Gary is survived by three nephews, Joseph (Amber) Turley of Falcon, Colorado, Jason (Janelle) Turley of Monessen, Pennsylvania, Kim (Susan) Barker of Converse, Indiana; two nieces, Cindy (Curt) Hudson of Crawfordsville, Indiana, Tamera (Christopher) Harnage of Babson Park, Florida; one sister, Paula (Victor) Tomaszewiski of Chino, California. He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Rebecca Vanlue; one sister, Lois E. Barker; and one brother, Paul Wayne Vanlue.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 2, 2024, at McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, with Pastor Susan Shambaugh officiating. Burial will follow at Grant Memorial Park in Marion, Indiana.

Visitation for friends and family will be from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service on Monday, December 2, 2024, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be made to the Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department, 12 N Wabash Ave., LaFontaine, IN 46940 or Wabash County Cancer Society, PO Box 144, North Manchester, IN 46962.

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

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

Hattie Lee Cochran

 Hattie Lee Cochran, 20, of Summitville, Indiana, formerly of LaFontaine, Indiana passed away at 5:37 p.m. on Monday, November 4, 2024, at Community Hospital in Anderson, Indiana. She was born on January 1, 2004, at 7:54 a.m., to Larry Cochran and Jennifer Smith in Muncie, Indiana.

Hattie attended Southwood High School. She held a membership with LaFontaine United Methodist Church in LaFontaine, Indiana. She worked in the Street Department for the City of Anderson. Hattie had a great love for music and animals. She especially loved her two dogs, River and Poppy. In her younger years she enjoyed horses as well. She also loved children and babysitting when given the opportunity.

Hattie is survived by her parents, Larry Cochran and Jennifer Smith; adoptive parents, Jason and Jennifer (Mason) Neal of Summitville, Indiana; three brothers, Dylan Cochran of LaFontaine, Indiana, Joshua Cochran of LaFontaine, Indiana, Jason Cochran of Upland, Indiana; two sisters, Amy Razor of Columbus, Ohio, Lynn VanVaser of Wabash, Indiana; two adoptive brothers, Luc Neal of Summitville, Indiana; Mikey Neal of Summitville, Indiana; one adoptive sister, Kailey Ramsey of Muncie, Indiana; one grandmother, Linda Smith of Marion, Indiana; two aunts, Sue Shultz of Hartford City, Indiana, Jaime Smith/Ussery of Kokomo, Indiana; one Great-Aunt, Connie Southerland of Marion, Indiana; and many extended family members and friends.. She is preceded in death by one brother, Kevin “Cowboy” Cochran; grandparents, Luther and Lorrane Cochran, Herb Smith; and great-grandparents, Cliff and Mary Roach, Thelma Farber. 

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, with Pastor Susan Shambaugh 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, November 8, 2024, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, 14350 Mundy Dr. Ste 00-199, Noblesville, IN 46060 or Wabash County Animal Shelter, 810 Manchester Ave. Wabash, IN 46992.

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

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

Robert "Bob" Lee Kline

 

Robert “Bob” Lee Kline, 88, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 3:40 p.m. on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at his residence in Wabash County, Indiana. He was born on June 23, 1936, to Robert Sherman and Arlene Ruth (Needham) Kline in Wabash, Indiana.

Bob was a lifetime resident of Wabash, Indiana. He was a 1954 graduate of Chester High School. He married his wife Alice Frasure on June 6, 1956.  Bob worked many years in the construction industry as a heavy equipment operator for Gaunt and Son Construction in Wabash, Indiana. Bob also worked at General Motors as a millwright in Marion, Indiana, then later retired in 2008.

 Bob held a membership with the Fraternal Order of Police in Wabash, Indiana. In his free time, he enjoyed watching westerns and recently, he became fond of watching NASCAR as well. He also enjoyed gardening, fishing, and woodworking. He was a jack of all trades and was able to fix just about anything and everything. Most of all, Bob loved spending time with his family and attending his grandchildren’s sporting events.

Bob is survived by four sons, Gary Kline of Rochester, Indiana, Randy (Tracy) Kline of Wabash, Indiana, Todd (Marcia) Kline of Wabash, Indiana, Keith (Kelly) Kline of Columbia City, Indiana; three sisters, Sharon Thompson of Wabash, Indiana, Connie Auger of North Manchester, Indiana, Peggy Davis of North Manchester, Indiana; nine grandchildren; and fifteen great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Arlene Kline; his wife, Alice Kline who passed away on February 27, 2020; and one sister, Kristi Sparks.

A Private Family Graveside Service will be held at Falls Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana with Pastor Shawn Light officiating.

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

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Robert Lee “Bob” Kline’s final arrangements.

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

Charles Martin

 

Charles Martin, 84, of Wabash County, Indiana passed away at 8:14 a.m. on Friday, October 25, 2024, at his residence. He was born on October 2, 1940, to Clarence and Sally (Winegard) Martin in Rush County, Indiana.

Charles was a 1959 graduate of Noble High School. He married his wife Shirley Robertson on April 9, 1961. Charles dedicated 33 years of his life to working at Chrysler Transmission plant in Kokomo, Indiana before retiring in 1997. He attended First Church of God in Marion, Indiana and he also held a membership with College Corner Brethren Church in Wabash, Indiana.

Charles had a great love for music. He enjoyed playing country music on his guitar and performing in the gospel singing group, “Oldies.” In his free time, he loved boating, kayaking, and riding the Miami Campground roads with his youngest son, Monty.

Charles is survived by his loving wife, Shirley Martin of Wabash County, Indiana; one son, Monty Martin of Amboy, Indiana; one brother, Ross Martin of Wabash, Indiana; one grandchild, Brandi Martin of Wabash, Indiana; and three great-grandchildren, Riley McNeil, Abby McNeil, and Remi Rose. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Sally Martin; one son, Brady Martin who passed away on September 18, 2024; and one brother, Larry Martin.

Per the family’s request, a private family celebration will be held by the family at a later date.

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Charles Martin’s arrangements.

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

Donna L. Copeland

 

Donna L. Copeland, 91 of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 3:59 a.m. on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Parkview Wabash Hospital in Wabash, Indiana. She was born on June 21, 1933, to Jesse and Lula (Whitsel) Newman in Marshall County, Indiana.

Donna worked at Magnetech in Huntington, Indiana for many years then later retired, and she was also a local waitress as well. She married Max Owen, and he passed away in 2001. She held a membership with Washington Street Wesleyan Church in Wabash, Indiana. In her free time, she enjoyed completing puzzles and going camping. 

Donna is survived by three sons, Larry (Shelley) Owen of Peru, Indiana, Jeff Owen of Wabash, Indiana, Rollie Dickerhoff of Peru, Indiana; one brother, Leroy (Ruth) Newman of Wabash, Indiana; seventeen grandchildren; forty-one great-grandchildren; and numerous great-great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jesse and Lula Newman; one daughter, Christina Swafford who passed away on November 18, 2023; one son, Michael Dickerhoff; five brothers; and four sisters.

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 25, 2024, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Pastor Steve Hudson officiating. Burial will follow at Friends Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation for friends and family will be from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the funeral home.

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

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

Mary Jo Miley

 

Mary Jo Miley, 78 of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 8:33 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on April 8, 1946, to Gene and Deloris (Kerr) Tait in Wabash, Indiana.

Mary Jo was a lifetime resident of Wabash, Indiana. She was a 1964 graduate of Wabash High School. Mary Jo worked at Ford Meter Box for many years in Wabash, Indiana, then later retired. She dedicated her time in assisting with the Relay for Life program. In her free time, she enjoyed crafting and painting. Mary Jo loved attending car shows and demolition derby's, but family was the most important to her.

Mary Jo is survived by one son, Tony (Angie) Bowman of Wabash, Indiana; two daughters, Melinda (Tony) Adams, Deanna Bowman both of Wabash, Indiana; one brother Ed (Edna) Tait of Wabash, Indiana; six grandchildren, Miranda (Robbie Townsend) Adams, Levi (Tori) Bowman, William Adams, Christopher (Drue) Adams, Olivia (Jake) Moore, and June Adams; seven great-grandchildren; and one special friend, Dave Trisler. She is preceded in death by her parents, Gene and Deloris Tait.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Pastor David Phillips officiating. Burial will follow at Friends Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation for friends and family will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be made to the Wabash Cancer Society, PO Box 144, North Manchester, IN 46992.

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Mary Jo Miley’s arrangements.

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

Karen Lynn Moore

Karen Lynn Moore, 61, of Roann, Indiana, passed away at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at her residence in Roann, Indiana. She was born on March 16, 1963, to George Andrew Blair and Bonnie Helen Brown in Sonoma, California where she resided for 24 years.

Karen married her husband Bill Howard Moore on March 21, 1987. Karen was a homemaker, but she dedicated a lot of time working at the animal shelter. She had a great love for all animals. Karen enjoyed riding motorcycles, being with her grandchildren, and spending time with family. Friends always became family to Karen. She is also the founder and a lifelong member of HOG (Harley Owner’s Group) Wabash Chapter.

Karen is survived by one son, Roger Lee Moore of Huntington, Indiana; one daughter, Calian Marie (Tyson) Wuensch; one brother, George Allen Blair of Kokomo, Indiana; one brother-in-law, Greg Kniss of Peru, Indiana; two grandchildren, Wren Michael Wuensch, Briar Lee Wuensch; one nephew and live in caretaker, Troy Blair; and several other nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, George Blair and Bonnie Brown; her husband, Bill Moore who passed away on July 25, 2022; one brother, Steve Blair; and one sister, Colleen Dawn Kniss.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 25, 2024, at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Pastor Brad Wright officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Lawns Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be made to an animal shelter of your choice in Karen’s honor.

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

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