Paul Joseph Samuel

 

Paul Joseph Samuel, 80, of Galveston, Indiana passed away at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at Peabody Retirement Community in North Manchester, Indiana. He was born on November 21, 1943, to Frank and Mary (Massarick) Samuel in Saginaw, Michigan.

Paul served in the United States Air Force. He worked as a truck driver for Brown's Trucking in Wabash and First Option Trucking in Marion before retiring. Paul was a member of Saint Bernard's Catholic Church in Wabash. He was also a member of the VFW Post 286. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family. 

Paul is survived by one son, Shaun (Dereka) Samuel of Galveston, Indiana; one daughter, Tracy (John) Renn of Wabash, Indiana; 13 grandchildren, Tyler Samuel, Jocelynn Samuel, Drake Samuel, Jordan Renn, Madisen French, Braydon French, Joseph Renn, John Renn II, Hayley French, Mykenzie Renn, Jathan French, Allayna Renn, Joseph Renn; 5 great-grandchildren, Greyson Samuel, Jenson Samuel, Hutton Samuel, Langston Miracle, Brookston Miracle. He is preceded in death by his parents, one great-granddaughter, Blakelynn Marie Rose Samuel, four brothers, and four sisters.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Father Jay Horning officiating. Burial will follow at Centergrove Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friends will be two hours prior to the service from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at the funeral home.

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

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

Myra L. Parker

 

Myra L. Parker, 66, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 5:16 p.m. on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at her residence. She was born on April 21, 1957, to Jerry Haynes and Christine (Bradley) Siers in Peru, Indiana.

Myra was a 1976 graduate of Wabash High School. She married Robert L. Parker on May 9, 1996. Myra was an avid shopper and loved her family. Most of all she loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Myra is survived by her husband, Robert Parker of Wabash, Indiana; one daughter, Jami (Brent) Losher of Wabash, Indiana; three grandchildren, Jason Webb, Melissa Webb, Erin Webb (Dalton Loveless); three great-grandchildren, Paisleigh Bechtol, Breslynn Bechtol, Kai Webb; one brother, Terry (Helen) Haynes of Wabash, Indiana; four sisters, Kay (Pat) Breedlove of Lexington, North Carolina, Donna (Randy) Reed of Huntington, Indiana, Evelyn (James) Rose of Wabash, Indiana, Deanna (Chuck) King of Marion, Indiana. She is preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, Vanessa Pierson, and one sister, Paula Haynes. 

Private services will be held amongst family and friends. 

Preferred memorials can be directed to the Scratching Post Cat Rescue 104 S. Miami Street, Peru, Indiana 46970

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

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

Linda Lou Howard

 

Linda Lou Howard, 76, of Marion, Indiana passed away on December 18, 2023. She departed peacefully, surrounded by family and leaving a void that can never be filled. She was born on August 27, 1947, to the late Jim and Wanda Kemmer of rural Marion.

Linda lived a life defined by love, kindness, and resilience. She was the heart and soul of her family and a beacon of warmth to those who knew her. Many knew Linda from her long career with Gorman Orthodontics, her frequent appearances playing tennis in Matter Park, or her meticulously landscaped home which she took pride in. Whether tending her garden and lawn, managing the family’s business, or visiting friends and loved ones, Linda lived an active life and always strived to keep busy. Above all else, Linda loved her family and any opportunity to gather and enjoy their company.

Linda is survived by her husband of 39 years, David Howard; daughter, Angela (Erik) Dunham; sisters, Kathy (Jim) Lawson and Patricia (Darrell) Smith; and grandsons, Wade (Mike) Javorsky and Conner Dunham. 

A private graveside service will be held at LaFontaine I.O.O.F. Cemetery.

Preferred memorials can be directed to the Marion-Grant County Humane Shelter 505 S. Miller Ave. Marion, Indiana 46952 in care of McDonald Funeral Homes.

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

May Linda Howard rest in eternal peace with her Savior, her legacy of love continuing to inspire us all.

Roger Isaac

 

Roger Isaac, 72, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 2:25 p.m. on Monday, December 18, 2023, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on September 9, 1951, to Harold and Margie (Dials) Isaac in Martin, Kentucky.

Roger was a 1971 graduate of Wabash High School. He married Nancy Moeller on October 1, 2005. He worked at Container Corperation in Wabash for 34 years before retiring. He enjoyed fishing, sprint cars, and playing softball at the Wabash City Park.

Roger is survived by his wife, Nancy Isaac of Wabash, Indiana; one son, Tony Lee Isaac of Indianapolis, Indiana; one daughter, Sandra (William) Booth of Lagro, Indiana; two stepsons, Jerry (Emily) Hummer of Celina, Ohio, Matt (Laine) Hummer of Fishers, Indiana; one stepdaughter Charleen (Denny) Brunswick of Coldwater, Ohio; 21 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ronnie (Linda) Isaac of Wagoner, North Carolina, Lonnie Isaac (Susan Ridenour) of Peru, Indiana. He is preceded in death by his parents. 

Funeral Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Pastor Ralph Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Friends Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friends will be three hours prior to the service from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at the funeral home.

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

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

H. David Kirkover

 H. David Kirkover, 53, a lifetime resident of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 1:38 p.m. on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on August 1, 1970, to Howard and Betty (Bohnert) Kirkover in Wabash, Indiana.

Dave was a 1989 graduate of Wabash High School. He worked at Medtronic in Warsaw, Indiana. Dave loved being outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. He also enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He was a member of Abate of Indiana. Dave was a loyal man and loved his family and his son. 

Dave is survived by his son, Evan Kirkover of Wabash, Indiana; his mother, Betty Kirkover of Wabash, Indiana; his companion, Amy Pennington of Urbana, Indiana, and her children, Cortney (Nate) Hembree of Denver, Indiana, Zac Pennington of Urbana, Indiana; three sisters, Cheryl (Scott) Evenson of Wabash, Indiana, Donna (Richard) Palmer of Wabash, Indiana, Barbara Hall of Winchester, Kentucky; two nephews, Kevin (Bridgette) Evenson of Wabash, Indiana, Cody (Felicia) Palmer of Wabash, Indiana; two nieces, Heather (Eric) Brown of Mount Etna, Indiana, McKenzie Hall of Winchester, Kentucky. He is preceded in death by his father, Howard Kirkover. 

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 22, 2023, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Pastor J.P. Freeman officiating. Burial will follow at Falls Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.  

Visitation for family and friends will be from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be directed to Wabash County Cancer Society or Abate of Wabash County in care of McDonald Funeral Homes.

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

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

Chong "Ginny" Lake

 

Chong "Ginny" Lake, 84, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 6:20 p.m. on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Autum Ridge Rehabilitation Centre in Wabash. She was born on July 30, 1939, in South Korea, then moved to the United States in 1963.

Ginny married Steven Lake in 1967. He passed away on June 12, 2013. She worked at Wabash Magnetics and Hiz Inc. in Wabash before retiring. She was a member of Wabash Friends Church in Wabash. Ginny enjoyed playing Bingo. 

Ginny is survived by two special friends, Penny Penix of Wabash, Indiana, Joyce Shepherd of North Manchester, Indiana. She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband. 

Private Graveside Services will be held at Marion National Cemetery in Marion, Indiana at a later date.

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

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

Teresa Darlene Fraustein

 

Teresa Darlene Fraustein, 61, of LaFontaine, Indiana passed away at 7:15 p.m. on December 14, 2023, at Marion General Hospital. She was born on April 4, 1962, to Thomas Henderson and Joan (Stevens) Carrender in Marion, Indiana. 

Teresa was a 1980 graduate of Southwood High School. She married Thomas Fraustein on April 12, 1980. She was a homemaker and also worked at the LaFontaine Elementary School. Teresa enjoyed gardening, flowers, and working on computers. Teresa loved her family and spending time with her daughters and grandchildren. 

Teresa is survived by her husband, Thomas Fraustein of LaFontaine, Indiana; two daughters, Stacey (Beau) Strack of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Nicole Fraustein (Adam Whiteman) of LaFontaine, Indiana; two grandchildren, Allyce Strack and Maximilian Strack; two brothers, Jeff (Kay) Henderson of Logansport, Indiana, Raymond Henderson of Warren, Indiana; two sisters, Lisa (Larry) Kirksey of Butler, Georgia, Melissa Henderson (Codie Wright) of Marion, Indiana; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents. 

 Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at McDonald Funeral Homes, 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 family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, December 18, 2023, at the funeral home.

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

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

Wendell D. Leland

 

Wendell D. Leland, 93, a lifetime resident of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 10:42 a.m. on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. He was born on July 14, 1930, to D.L. and Bertha (Martin) Leland in Wabash, Indiana.

Wendell was a 1948 graduate of Wabash High School. He served in the United States National Guard. Wendell married Janis McDowell in 1953. She passed away in 1996. He then married Mary Metzger in 2004. She passed away in 2020. Wendell worked as a sales engineer at Wabash Metal Products in Wabash, before retiring. He was a member of Bachelor Creek Church of Christ in Wabash. He was also a member of Elks Lodge #471 and American Legion Post 15. Wendell enjoyed being outdoors, golfing, fishing, and having a good stogie. He also had a talent for singing. 

Wendell is survived by three sons, Sam (Katie) Leland, Stan (Kathy) Leland, Don (Tyann) Leland, all of Wabash, Indiana; one daughter, Marianne (Mark) Milam of Roann, Indiana; 9 grandchildren, Leah (Nathan) Thurman, Hannah (Andrew) Neuenschwander, Tyler (Adriane) Leland, Andrea (Joe) Pretorius, Jackson (Brittney) Leland, Joseph Leland, Erika (Carson) White, Evan (Mackenzie) Milam, Ellie Milam; 14 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Debbie Leland of Fishers, Indiana, Anne Leland of Taiwan, Japan; and long-time loving caregiver, Fern Dillon. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, two brothers, and two sisters.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Tyler Leland officiating. Burial will follow at Falls Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.  

Visitation for family and friends will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be directed to Wabash County Cancer Society in care of McDonald Funeral Homes.

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

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

Maxine C. Shafer

 

Maxine C. Shafer, 88, of Wabash, Indiana, formerly of Indianapolis, passed away at 4:50 a.m. on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. She was born on February 25, 1935, to Phillip and Charolette (Gorney) Tasch in Culver, Indiana.

Maxine was a homemaker. She married John W. Shafer in October of 1954. He passed away in April of 2007. Maxine enjoyed gardening, puzzles, and loved spending time at her lake cottage in Culver, Indiana. Most of all she loved her children and her grandchildren.

Maxine is survived by two sons, Phillip Shafer of Indianapolis, Indiana, Christopher Shafer of Genoa, Ohio; two daughters, Kathleen (Jerry) Hults of Wabash, Indiana, Jill (Bill) Cox of Indianapolis, Indiana; six grandchildren, Mathew Bruhn (Jennifer Blok) of Indianapolis, Indiana, Alison (Jon) McDonald of Wabash, Indiana, Adam (Heather) Hengen, Simone Evans, Abby Hengen, Christian Shafer, all of Indianapolis, Indiana; four great-grandchildren, Jacob Bates, Phoenix Bates, Cale Lundquist, Lilly Shafer; one sister Marylin Chamberlain of Greenville, North Carolina. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and two brothers. 

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, December 18, 2023, at Saint Bernard Catholic Church, 207 Cass Street, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Father Jay Horning officiating. Burial will follow at Zion Cemetery in Culver, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 17, 2023, with Recitation of the Rosary at 6:00 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992.

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

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

Alecia M. Courtney

 

Alecia M. Courtney, 68, of Claypool, Indiana passed away at 11:24 a.m. on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on June 14, 1955, to Clifford Walker and Joan (Watson) Riggers in Wabash, Indiana.

Alecia married Danny Schlemmer Sr. on April 16, 1976. He passed away on February 14, 2011. She then married Robert Courtney Sr. on September 1, 2012. He passed away on May 30, 2023. Alecia was a homemaker. She enjoyed taking care of her chickens, tending to her garden, and canning foods. She also had a passion for sewing. Most of all she loved her children and grandchildren.

Alecia is survived by three sons, Dan (Andrea) Schlemmer of Wabash, Indiana, Chad Schlemmer of Claypool, Indiana, Jason (Nitosha) Schlemmer of Wabash, Indiana; one daughter, Amber (Mike) Bean of Peru, Indiana; 16 grandchildren, Derek Schlemmer, Levi Schlemmer, Ashley Schlemmer, Hanna Schlemmer, Chad Schlemmer, Gabriel Schlemmer, Easton Gray, Westley Gray, Justin Ragan, Alecia Ragan, Zach Ragan, Delanie Schlemmer, Mike Schlemmer, Preston Schlemmer, Lucas Courtney, Abigaile Courtney; 7 great-grandchildren, two more on the way; one sister, Brenda Harman of Huntington, Indiana. She is preceded in death by her parents, one son, Robert Gray II, one brother, Keith Walker, and one sister, Paula Beeks.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 8, 2023, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Pastor Tim Prater officiating. 

Visitation for family and friends will be two hours prior to the service from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 8, 2023, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can made by the donor's choice in care of McDonald Funeral Homes.

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

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