Miriam L. Williams, 98, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away at 6:10 a.m., on Monday, December 22, 2025, at her daughter's residence. She was born on July 7, 1927, to Howard and Lula (Hollenbach) Akers in Huntington County, Indiana. 

Miriam graduated from the Indiana School for the Deaf in 1947. She was the first person in Wabash County that received a scholarship to attend the Indiana School for the Deaf. Miriam married Edward Williams on July 1, 1984. She worked at United Technologies, formerly Wagner Industries, in Wabash for twenty-five and a half years. Miriam was a member of the Indianapolis Deaf Club, National Fraternal Society of the Deaf, and Senior Silent Citizen. She loved playing cards, doing word searches, and spending time with her family. 

Miriam is survived by one daughter, Pamela Perkins of Wabash, Indiana; two grandchildren, Amy Mitchell of Ossian, Indiana, Ricky (Alina) Perkins of Wabash, Indiana; three great-grandchildren, Lillie Mitchell and Tripp Mitchell of Ossian, Indiana, Hannah Perkins of Wabash, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and two sisters, Claribel Pegg and Phyllis Moore.

Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, December 29, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory in Marion, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friends will be one hour prior to the service on Monday, December 29, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials may be made to the Indiana School for the Deaf, 1200 E. 42nd St., Indianapolis, Indiana 46205. 

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

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

 

Robert "Bob" F. White

 

Robert "Bob" F. White, 80, a lifetime resident of Wabash, Indiana, passed away at 2:25 a.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at VA Northern Indiana Care System in Marion, Indiana. He was born on January 9, 1945, in Columbus, Indiana to Earl E. and Mary E. (Simpson) White.

Bob attended Wabash High School. At the age of 17, he joined the United States Marine Corps and served in the 1st Battle Ready Battalion to land in Da Nang Vietnam in March of 1965. He then worked at Celotex in Lagro, Indiana for 34 years before retiring. He was an avid Harley Davidson rider and mechanic. He was talented enough to build the trike motorcycle he had owned. Bob was a member of the American Legion Post 15 and the VFW Post 286 in Wabash.

Bob is survived by his partner of 36 years, Lori VerMaas of Wabash, Indiana; one son, Robert (Denise) Votaw of Wabash, Indiana; one brother, Jimmy White of South Bend, Indiana; one sister, Linda (Steve) Kuhlman of Kansas City, Missouri; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren and his cohort in crime, Betty Lou Taylor. He is preceded in death by his parents, one son, Art White who passed in 1999, and one sister, Barbara Grimm who passed in 2024.

Private family graveside services will be held at a later date at Friends Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana. 

Preferred memorials can be made to the Wabash County Cancer Society, P.O. Box 144, North Manchester, IN 46962. 

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Robert "Bob" White's final arrangements.

Leon Gene DeLauter, 88, a resident of Wabash, Indiana, passed away at 1:30 a.m., Sunday, December 21, 2025, at his residence. He was born on May 31, 1937, to Domer Leon DeLauter and Genivieve F. (Young) DeLauter in Canton, Ohio.

Gene was a graduate of Wabash High School. He married his true love, Mary L. Day on August 28, 1954-a marriage that would last seventy-one years.  With a talent of working with his hands, Gene's career as an electrician flourished at General Tire in Wabash, Indiana and carried him through until his retirement.  He had a servant's heart and once retired steadily committed to giving back to his community and family.  Gene was a master craftsman not only adding to his one home over the years, but various civic projects locally.   A small volunteer offer to tend a few flower beds at the Wabash City Parks Department turned into a full-time maintenance job.  He was a life-long learner, passionate about Wabash County and U.S. history and served as a member of the Wabash Historical Society.  History also fueled his wanderlust as he would travel afar to visit museums and the president's homes across the country.  He made the journey to Germany to find the foreign exchange student that lived with his family in high school and granddaughter in China.  Music was another cornerstone of Gene's life.  Gene was a member of the Wabash Church of the Brethren where he sang in the choir.  He played a potpourri of instruments by himself or with his children and grandchildren including the guitar and harmonica, which he always kept in his pocket.  Although he felt one's voice was the greatest instrument of all as you could use it to sing your entire life.  He and his wife, Mary, were awarded Distinguished Citizen in 2005 for their various community service projects. Most of all, Gene was a beloved anchor for his family believing that time spent together was sacred.  He loved his family beyond measure. 

Gene is survived by his wife, Mary L. DeLauter of Wabash, Indiana; one son, Jack DeLauter of Wabash, Indiana; three daughters, Jeanie (Tony) Cooper of Silver Lake, Indiana, Jane (John) Unger of Wabash, Indiana, Joyce (Daryl) Knotts of Converse, Indiana; six grandchildren, Carrie (Andrew) Brunson, Candie Cooper, Mary Knotts, Calvin Knotts, Reese (Layne) DeLauter, and Sterling DeLauter; three great-grandchildren, A.J. Brunson, Giselle McCoart, and Wyatt DeLauter; sister, Caryl (John) Flesher of Roann, Indiana. He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, David DeLauter.  

Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992. Burial will follow at Memorial Lawns Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana. 

Visitation for family and friends will be on Friday, December 26, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials may be made to the Wabash County Museum, 36 E. Market St., Wabash, Indiana 46992. 

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

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

 

Nancy L. McLain

 

Nancy L. McLain, 87, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away at 12:53 a.m. on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at The Waters of Wabash East. She was born on March 29, 1938, in Cleveland, Ohio to Fred and Viola Winkleman.

Nancy worked as a secretary at the Federal Courthouse in Cleveland and also for the Parks System in Mansfield, Ohio. She enjoyed playing Bridge and the Piano. She was a member of the Purple Hat Club. Nancy was also very involved with March of Dimes in her younger years. 

Nancy is survived by her two sons, Michael (Sally) Falatach of Bay Village, Ohio, Dennis (Shirley) Falatach of Marysville, Ohio; one daughter, Sally (Hilton) Sparks of Wabash, Indiana; daughter in law, Eileen Falatach; and ten grandchildren, Erin (Brian) Cullison, Elise (Dylan) Morris, Mitchell (Danielle) Falatach, Rebecca (Dylan) Abrahamson, Elizabeth Falatach, Scott (Taylor) Falatach, Katie (Gordon) Neilson, Taylor Sparks, Daniel Sparks, and Devin Sparks. She is preceded in death by her parents, one son, Robert Falatach, and one sister. 

Per Nancy's wishes there will be no services. 

Preferred memorials can be made to the National Brain Tumor Society, 55 Chapel Street, Suite 006, Newton, MA 02458 or the Wabash County Cancer Society, P.O. Box 144, North Manchester, IN 46962. 

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Nancy McLain's final arrangements

 

Lynn "Noel" Huston, 58, of LaFontaine, Indiana passed away at 10:55 a.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at her residence. She was born on May 17, 1967, in Greenfield, Indiana.

Noel was a 1985 graduate of Southwood High School. She married Ron W. Huston on February 8, 1992. Noel worked at Indiana Wesleyan University as a Certification Specialist and was recently recognized for her 20 years of service. She was previously employed at the Marion Public Library. Noel was a caring soul full of a love that made everyone around her feel special. She enjoyed reading, crafting, gardening, and Disney, but her family was her greatest gift and her deepest joy. Noel's children and grandchildren were the light of her life, and she loved them fiercely. 

Noel is survived by her mother and stepfather, Phyllis (Tim) Moss of LaFontaine, Indiana; husband, Ron Huston of LaFontaine, Indiana; two sons, Collin (Alyssa) Huston of Moneta, Virginia, and Casey (Jessi) Huston of LaFontaine, Indiana; four grandchildren, Ella Huston, Brooks Huston, Gwendolyn Huston, and Magnolia Huston; three brothers, Brad (Missy) Wright of LaFontaine, Indiana, Mark (Bronwen) Wright of Wabash, Indiana, and Brady (Kaitlyn) Moss of LaFontaine, Indiana; her nieces and nephews and their children; and her very best friend, Shay (Scott) Clamme of Hartford City, Indiana. 

Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025, at LaFontaine Christian Church, 202 S. Bruner Pike, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940 with Pastor Brad Wright officiating. Burial will follow at LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery in LaFontaine, Indiana.  

Visitation for family and friends will be on Thursday, December 18, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at LaFontaine Christian Church.

Preferred memorials may be made to Troyer Memorial Library, 1 E. Kendall St., LaFontaine, Indiana 46940 or LaFontaine Christian Church, 202 S. Bruner Pike, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940.

McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 S. Main St., LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, have been trusted with Lynn "Noel" Huston's final arrangements.

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

 

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