Graham David Lorenz

Graham David Lorenz, 17 months old, born on September 16, 2013 in Fort Wayne, Indiana was granted his angel wings on Tuesday, February 24, 2015. His final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that Graham had touched in some small way throughout his short, yet very memorable life.

Graham is survived by his loving parents, Casey A. Lorenz and Paige L. Moore of Wabash, Indiana; paternal grandparents, Scott Lorenz (Tina) of Wabash, Indiana and Dani J. Crandell of Wabash, Indiana; maternal grandparents, David and Audra Moore of Columbia City, Indiana; paternal great grandparents, George and Sandy Lorenz of Wabash, Indiana, and the late Dan and Doris Crandell; maternal great grandparents, William and Marian Moore of Columbia City, Indiana, and Tamara Arnold of Port St. Lucie, Florida; aunt, Jessica Lorenz of Wabash, Indiana and uncle, Brandon Moore of Columbia City, Indiana; and cousins, Serenity and Ryleigh Moore of Churubusco, Indiana.

“You will always be our little Mister" and Graham was a very vibrant and happy child.

Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Pastor David Phillips officiating. Burial will follow in the Friends Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana 46992.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 11 a.m. until time of service on Saturday at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers memorials are directed to the family of Graham to assist with funeral expenses. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Donna F. Easthom

Donna F. Easthom, 66, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 2:41 a.m. on Monday, February 16, 2015 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born to the late Walter Cox and Louise (Edmond) Cox Hill on February 2, 1949 in Harlan, Kentucky.  She retired from Wabash Magnetics of Wabash, Indiana.

She is survived by three sons, Donald Samons, Ronnie Skaggs, James Skaggs all of Wabash, Indiana; two daughters, Lisa Hernandez and Teresa Cox both of Wabash, Indiana; brother, Bill Cox of Peru, Indiana; sister, Dolly Hubbard of Wabash, Indiana; 16 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters.

Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2015 at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992. Burial will follow in the Friends Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friend will be from 9 a.m. until time of service on Friday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Betty Jean Wilson

Betty Jean Weaver Wilson, 84, of Marion died peacefully in her home after a long illness on Friday, February 13^th, 2015, while in the care of her daughter Jennifer Trent and Marion General Hospice. She was born in Peru, Indiana on February 12, 1931 to Jacob James and Ruby Eloise (Whitworth) Weaver.

Betty retired in 1996, as Registered Nurse from Marion General Hospital, Marion, Ohio where she spent over 25 years in the Surgery Unit, Central Supply and had the privilege of opening the first free clinic supported by Marion General Hospital. She was the first woman to serve and hold office on the Board of Big Brothers & Sisters in Marion County. She enjoyed her love of books, flowers, knitting, ceramics, cherished her animals and leaving behind her pup, Haas.

Surviving are her children, Jennifer Trent (Tim McKinniss) of LaRue, OH, Sharon (Michael) Caldwell of Silverdale, WA, James “Chris” (Kim) Wilson of Marion, OH; seven grandchildren, Adam Beatty of Seattle, WA, Kristen Wilson of Williston, ND, Arin (Vladi) Cuko of Seattle, WA, Bryan Dunn of Marion, OH; Allyson Gruber (Craig) Tanner of Marion, OH, Arica Gruber of Marion, OH; five great grandchildren, Miah, Jaylynn, Ashlynn, Hunter and Colton; her nephew, William “Bill” Johnston of Arlington Heights, IL; along with great nephews & nieces.

Betty was preceded in death by her son, John Michael Wilson; her father Jacob James Weaver; her mother Ruby Eloise Weaver and her sister Mary Louise Dybeck.

A graveside service will be held at 2 pm. on Thursday, February 19, 2015 in the  LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery in La Fontaine, Indiana will Pastor Tony Gualtieri officiating.

Calling hours for family and friends will be from 12 noon until 2 p.m. on Thursday at McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 S. Main, Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Marion Area Humane Society, 2264 Richland Rd, Marion, Ohio 43302.

Ryan C. Ross

Ryan C. Ross, 39, of Fairland, Indiana, formerly of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 8:50 p.m. on Friday, February 13, 2015 at his home. He was born on April 14, 1975 in Wabash, Indiana to Clifford Ross of Wabash, Indiana and Mrs. Thomas (Christine Cole) Sanders of Bradenton, Florida.

Ryan was a 1994 graduate of Wabash High School. He married Jamie Yancey in 2001, she survives. Ryan served his country in the United States Army and retired from the Shelbyville Armory. He was a member of Veteran of Foreign Wars in Shelbyville, Indiana and Shelbyville Shriners. Ryan was the youngest Commander of the post for VFW in the country.

Survives also include sons, Aaron Cole Ross of Wabash, Indiana and Stephen Michael Laye of Avon Park, Florida; daughter, Kennedy Shannon Ross of Shelbyville, Indiana; brothers, Justin Sanders of Winter Haven, Florida, Jeremy Sanders of Winter Haven, Florida, Zach Ross of Wabash, Indiana, and Eric Bostwick of Urbana, Indiana; and sister, Carrisa Michelle Curless of Bradenton, Florida.

Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2015 at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Pastor Jackie Weaver officiating. Burial will follow in the Memorial Lawns Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials are directed to the family of Ryan C. Ross. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.

John H. Hooper

John H. Hooper, 87, lifelong Wabash resident, peacefully met his Lord and Savior on Friday, February 13^th, 2015. Born January 4^th, 1928 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, he was the eldest child of John and Moness Hooper.

John was a 1946 graduate of Central Catholic High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana. A veteran of the Korean War, John married Carolyn A. Prill March 17, 1951. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn and son, Michael; sister, Virginia (Blake-Hedges) and brothers, Raymond & James Hooper.

John leaves behind daughter, Cynthia Byerly; grandchildren, Bailey and Beau; and son-in-law Michael D. Byerly of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Surviving siblings include, Patricia Pappert, Donald Hooper, Susan Eastes, Ruth Whitmer, Rosemary Riemen, and Carolyn Itt.

John began his career as an x-ray technician and sold pharmaceuticals until his retirement. He was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church of Wabash, Indiana. Also he was an active member of the Knights of Columbus, the American Legion and Kiwanis Club in Wabash, Indiana. He is lovingly remembered for his kindness, sense of humor, his Donald Duck voice and his cheerful spirit. He was a very faith-filled man. John loved his family, fishing, singing & whistling, and was a huge Notre Dame fan.

Mass of a Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 207 N. Cass Street, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Father Sextus Don officiating. Burial will follow in the Memorial Lawns Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana. Preferred memorial are directed to American Legion Post 15, 188 W. Market Street, Wabash, Indiana 46992

Visitation for family and friends will be from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2015, with Rosary at 7:30 pm. at the McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com. John Hooper will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Marjorie L. Keene

Marjorie L. Keene, 90, of LaFontaine, Indiana passed away at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at Parkview of Wabash Hospital in Wabash, Indiana. She was born to the late Alexander and Bertha (Lewis) Sollars on June 2, 1924 in Fountain County, Indiana.

She married Raymond Keene on August 20, 1942, he passed away on July 14, 2009. She was a homemaker to her family and a cook for Rolling Meadows Healthcare Center in LaFontaine, Indiana.

She is survived by three sons, Michael Keen (Edwina) of Wabash, Indiana, Alan Keen (Robin) of Silver Lake, Indiana, and Mark Keen (Bonnie) of Wabash, Indiana; daughter, Carolyn Brumley (Al) of LaFontaine, Indiana; brothers, Ronald Sollars of Marion, Indiana; sisters, Kathleen Keen and Madline Marshall of Marion, Indiana; 10 grandchildren, Stacey Brumley of LaFontaine, Indiana, Lori Smith (Randy) of Gas City, Indiana, Jason Keen of Wabash, Indiana, Austin Keen of Wabash, Indiana, Tonya Miller of Anderson, Indiana, Chelsie Keen of Huntington, Indiana, Ethan Keen of Nashville, Tennessee, Allysa Miller (Josh) of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Shelly Mulligan (Shawn) of Wabash, Indiana, and Dustin Keen (Rhea) of Amboy, Indiana; 7 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by six brothers, two sisters, and a grandson, Aaron Keen.

Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 S. Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, with one hour visitation prior to service. Burial will follow at the LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery in LaFontaine, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday, February 6, 2015 at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are directed to American Heart Association in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Gerald "Jerry" Gaylourd

Gerald “Jerry” Gaylourd, 84, of Wabash, Indiana entered into eternal rest at 1:25 p.m. on Monday, February 2, 2015 in his home surround by family. He was born to the late Albert and Virginia Margaret (Balog) Gaylourd on October 16, 1930 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Jerry married Charlene V. Grisso on March 15, 1952 in Chicago, Illinois on March 15, 1952, she survives. He served his country in the United States Army for over 21 years, joining the Army at the age of 17 years old. He is a Korean and Vietnam Veteran. Jerry retired from Ford Meter Box in Wabash, Indiana in 1992.

Along with his loving wife, Charlene; he is survived by daughter, Barbara (Gerben) Houtman of Wabash, Indiana; three sons, Gary (Bobbi) Gaylourd of Wabash, Indiana, Patrick (Sabrina) Gaylourd of Wabash, Indiana, and Timothy (Kathleen) Gaylourd of Peru, Indiana; 9 grandchildren, Josh (Sarah) Gaylourd, Tiffany (Jim) Stocks, Dan Gaylourd, Winter (Jesse) Lawson, Kara Steele, Rachel Lambert, Travis Gaylourd, Rebecca Gaylourd, Leigh Ann Gaylourd; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by daughter, Suzanne.

Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, February 9, 2015 at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Pastor Tim Prater officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Grant County, Indiana.

Calling hours for family and friends will be from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are directed to Wabash/Miami Home Healthcare and Hospice, 710 N. East Street, Wabash, Indiana 46992 . Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Jerry Lee Kendall

Jerry Lee Kendall, 76, went to be with his Savior on Sunday, February 1, 2015 following a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Jerry was born on May 27, 1938 in Wabash, Indiana to the late Vestal and Edna (Houtz) Kendall.
  

Jerry married Rose Mary Davidson on July 30, 1983, she survives. He retired from Dana Corporation and farming in 1997. Jerry was a member of the Indenpendent Order of Odd Fellows of LaFontaine, Indiana and the Church of Christ at Treaty in Treaty, Indiana. He loved watching his kids and grandkids in all of their sports and activities. He enjoyed playing cards and loved people.

Along with his wife, Rose Mary, he is survived by his children, Rhonda (Craig) Chittick of Wabash, Indiana, Jeff (Vicki) Mowery of Topeka, Indiana, and Kim Mowery of Wabash, Indiana; sister, Sally (Bud) Arven of LaFontaine, Indiana; brother, Larry (Nancy) Kendall of Wabash, Indiana; and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and children, Mitchell Kendall and Tracy Kendall.

Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2015 at McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 S. Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, with Pastor Doug Oakes officiating. Burial will follow in the LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery in LaFontaine, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the funeral home on Wednesday, February 4, 2015. Preferred memorials are directed to Independent Order of Odd Fellows, P.O. Box 261, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940 or Church of Christ at Treaty Youth Group, 6793 South 50 East, Wabash, Indiana 46992.