Onolee Wertenberger

 Onolee Wertenberger 91, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born in Wabash, Indiana on May 17, 1930, to Lewis and Kathryn (Gorham) Harmon Sr.

Onolee was a graduate of Wabash High School. She married Donald Wertenberger. He passed away on November 29, 1986. She retired from Duke Energy after working over 30 years in the Huntington office. Onolee enjoyed spending time with her sisters and traveling.

Onolee is survived by 3 sisters, Janice Lindsay of Springfield, Missouri, Lola Harman of Lagro, Indiana, and Edithann Allen of Northglenn, Colorado.

She is proceeded in death by her husband, parents, 1 brother, and 3 sisters.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 7, 2022, at McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Pastor Kirk Johnson officiating.  Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Marion, Indiana.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the funeral service starting at 10 a.m., at the funeral home.

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

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

Jane E. McCray

 

Jane E. McCray 93, of Marion, Indiana formerly of LaFontaine, Indiana passed away on December 26, 2021, at her home. She was born on May 6, 1928, to Jesse and Maude (Reeve) Ayers.

Jane was a 1946 graduate of Marion High School. She married Guy J. McCray on August 5, 1951. He passed away on August 24, 2009. Jane was a member of LaFontaine United Methodist Church. She was a homemaker for many years, then worked at the LaFontaine Bank, then First National Bank of Wabash, and was also a telephone operator in Marion. Jane served many hours and years as a volunteer at Marion General Hospital, former member of Literary Guild, and CBI Veterans Group China Burma India.

Jane is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Wayne (Phyllis) Huttle of Chesterfield, Missouri, Carol McCray of LaFontaine, Indiana, Mrs. Brad (Connie) Crump of Marion, Indiana, one daughter in-law, Beth Ann McCray of LaFontaine, Indiana, 6 grandchildren, Shane McCray, Seth McCray, Ellen Poe, Meredith Frymier (Taylor), Cameron Huttle, and Claire Huttle, one great granddaughter, Emma Poe and second great grandchild is due in January.

She is proceeded in death by her husband Guy, one son, James McCray, one twin brother, and one sister.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 31, 2021, at McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, with Pastor Susan Shambaugh officiating.  Burial will follow at LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Thursday December 30, 2021, at the funeral home.

The family of Jane McCray prefers everyone in attendance to wear a mask.

McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, have been trusted with Jane McCray's final arrangements.

Preferred memorials are to the LaFontaine United Methodist Church.

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

Rev. Earl Guingrich

 

Rev. Earl E. Guingrich, 88, of Wabash, passed away at 12:56 p.m. on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Center.  He was born on January 23, 1933, in Payne, Ohio, to Virgil and Katie (Wilder) Guingrich. 

Earl was a graduate of Marion College and also graduated from Garrett Evangelical Seminary. He married Joan Hyatt on May 28, 1954; she survives. Earl was a Methodist Minister at the Church of Our Savior in Wabash. He was a member of the Lagro United Methodist Church in Lagro, Indiana.

Earl is survived by his wife; Joan, of Wabash, Indiana; one son, Carl Guingrich of Wabash, Indiana. one daughter; Marsha Guingrich of Wabash, Indiana; 3 grandchildren; Carl Guingrich II, Erika Bailey, and Cynthia Green. 6 great-grandchildren. 3 brothers; Ralph Guingrich of Portland, Indiana, Roger Guingrich of Celina, Ohio, and Dale Guingrich of Celina, Ohio. 4 sisters; Patricia Anselman of Celina, Ohio, Mildred Green of Peoria, Arizona, Lorrene Zuber of Coldwater, Ohio, and Violet Riggenbach of Paulding, Ohio. He is proceeded in death by his parents and 2 sisters.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992.  Burial will follow at Falls Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation will from 5-7 p.m. Monday, December 27, 2021, at the funeral home.

Preferred Memorials are to the Wabash County Animal Shelter or the Lagro United Methodist Church

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana, 46992, have been trusted with Rev. Earl Guingrich's final arrangements.

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

Derrick Shelton

 

Derrick Shane Shelton, 57 of Lagro, Indiana passed away at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 14th at Parkview Regional Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on July 9, 1964 to Ernest R. and Vera N. (Parsons) Shelton in Wabash, Indiana.

Derrick was a graduate of Northfield High School in 1982. He also graduated from Heartland Career Center with a Certificate in Auto Body Repair. He was awarded artist of the year in 1982 and his painting still hangs today. He worked at the Shirt shed in the 80’s, then Artistic Designs, then onto the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Naples, Florida as a manager and director of the fitness center. He was awarded 5-star employee of the year; His Mother was invited and attended the banquet held in his honor. Due to health issues, he returned home to Wabash and took a job for McDonald Funeral Home. Derrick enjoyed hunting, fishing, and Harley Davidson Motorcycles. He was an avid Indianapolis Colts and Kentucky Wildcats Fan. He loved spending time with family, friends, and grandchildren. He was also a member of Wabash Free Will Baptist Church in Wabash.

Derrick is survived by his mother, Vera Shelton of Lagro, Indiana; Daughter Chelsea (Joe) Beard of North Manchester, Indiana, Brittany Shelton of Tennessee, Granddaughter Kensley Thompson, Grandson Everett Thompson, Girlfriend Karen McKenzie, of Lagro, Indiana, one sister Adrena Shelton of Wabash. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, Heather, Justin, and Carlee, he was very proud of them. He is proceeded in death by his father and brother, Ernest Shelton and Maurice Shelton.

Derrick was an upstanding man who left inspiration to the one’s left here to mourn his loss. To honor his memory; his last wishes would be to be an organ donor.

Funeral Services will be Sunday, December 19, 2021 at 2 p.m. with visitation starting at 1 p.m. at Wabash Free Will Baptist Church 1056 Erie St, Wabash, IN with Bill Crank and Tod Masters officiating.  Burial will be at Lagro Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 3-7 p.m. Saturday December 18, 2021 at McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Ave. Wabash, Indiana 46992

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana, 46992, have been trusted with Derrick Shelton's final arrangements.

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

Glenna Pogue

 Glenna (Harrell) Pogue 91, passed away on December 14, 2021, at Rolling Meadows Health and Rehabilitation in LaFontaine, Indiana. She was born on October 24, 1930, to Glenn and Iva (Davis) Harrell.

Glenna was a 1948 graduate of LaFontaine High School. She married Vaughn Pogue on August 15, 1948. Glenna was a member of LaFontaine United Methodist Church and a 50-year member of the Order of Eastern Star LaFontaine Chapter #301. She loved to travel and visit with people. In her spare time, she quilted, read, and worked puzzles.

Glenna is survived by one son, Von Pogue, of Huntington, Indiana, grandson, Robb (Lelas) Rapp; great granddaughter, Crystal Rapp, Great-great granddaughter, Sophia Rapp, Great-great grandsons, August and Theodore, Numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

She is proceeded in death by her husband, Vaughn, daughter, Rosie J. (Charles) Rapp, Daughter in-law Cheryl Pogue, Sister, Betty Stair, Brother, Lowell Harrell, and niece, Sandra Trisler.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 17, 2021, at McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, with Pastor Susan Shambaugh officiating.  Burial will follow at LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery. 

Visitation will be one hour prior to the funeral service starting at 1 p.m., at the funeral home. 

McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, have been trusted with Glenna Pogue's final arrangements.

Preferred memorials are to the LaFontaine United Methodist Church or to a charitable organization of the donor’s choice.

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

Kathy Lynn Miller

 Kathy Lynn “Momma” Miller, 63, of Lagro, passed away at 12:06 p.m. on Saturday, December 11, 2021, at her residence.  She was born on October 5, 1958, in Wabash, Indiana, to Murline Copeland and Shellia Louise (Murray) Davidson.  

Kathy was a 1976 graduate of Wabash High School. Kathy married David Miller on March 10, 1978, in LaFontaine Methodist Church. He passed away on October 2, 2003. Kathy was a long-time employee of McDonald’s in Wabash, Indiana. She enjoyed quilting and sewing, doing puzzles, but most of all she enjoyed her family and grandchildren.

Kathy is survived by two sons; Willie (Angela) Miller, of Swayzee, Indiana and John Miller, of Wabash; stepfather, Jack Davidson of Lagro, Indiana; 5 grandchildren; Garrett (Tori) Vrooman, of Marion, Indiana, Ryanne Airgood, of Wabash, Indiana, Reign (Collin) Williams, of Sweetser, Indiana, Tyler Miller, of Swayzee, Indiana, Aubrey Miller, of Swayzee, Indiana. 2 brothers; Andy (Krysha) Davidson, of Muncie, Indiana, and Jimmy (Priscilla) Davidson, of Muncie, Indiana. 4 sisters; Sharon (Rod) Hanes, of Peru, Indiana, Veva (Tom) Torres, of Wabash, Indiana, Patricia Copeland, of Wabash, Indiana, Jana Futrell, of Peru, Indiana; and also, many nieces and nephews. She is proceeded in death by her husband, David Miller, one son, Christopher and one brother, David Copeland, and one great grandchild Penelope Williams.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 17, 2021, at McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Pastor Tim Prater officiating.  Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Marion, Indiana. 

Visitation will from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, December 16, 2021, at the funeral home. 

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana, 46992, have been trusted with Kathy Lynn Miller's final arrangements.

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

Judy Ann Teague

 Judy Ann Teague, 75, of LaFontaine, passed away at 5:16 p.m. on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, at Community East Hospital in Indianapolis.  She was born on May 26, 1946, in Marion, Indiana, to Carl and Helen (Painter) Shelton.  

 

Judy was a 1964 graduate of Marion High School. Judy married Roy L. Teague on June 7, 2000.  Judy worked for Friends Church, City of Wabash, MSD of Wabash County, Marion Community Schools, and Wabash City Schools, as a bookkeeper and treasurer. She was a member of College Corner Brethren Church. Judy loved gardening, playing cards at card club, Myrtle Beach vacations, going to the lake, but most of all spending time with her family.

 

Judy is survived by her husband, Roy L. Teague, of LaFontaine; one son, Michael (Amanda) Rigney, of LaFontaine, one stepson, Troy Teague, of Wabash; one stepdaughter, Michelle Jackson, of Leesburg, Indiana; 12 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. She is proceeded in death by one son, David Rigney, who passed away on November 17, 2014.

 

There will be a Celebration of Life held at the College Corner Brethren Church on December 18th, 2021, at 2p.m with Pastor Solomon David Officiating. Following the service there will be a time of fellowship with family and friends.

 

Per the family’s wishes, they would like everyone in attendance to dress casually.

 

Preferred memorials are to the DaveThomasFoundationforAdoption.org

There will be a donation box for those present at the service for the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption.  

 

McDonald Funeral Homes, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana, 46940, have been trusted with Judy Teague's final arrangements.

 

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