Tom Tracy

 

Tom Tracy, 79, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 1:11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, just shy of his 80th birthday, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on July 17, 1944, to Leo Hugh and Frances Nina (Fearnow) Tracy in Wabash, Indiana.

Tom was baptized at St. Patrick’s Church in Lagro, Indiana. He attended St. Bernard School through the eight grade and was a graduate of Lagro High School in 1962. He was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church. Tom married Jane (Christman) Tracy on June 12, 1965. Tom and Jane cared for each other for 59 years until his unexpected passing. Tom and Jane were blessed with 5 children.

Tom was a hard worker and the owner operator of Tracy and Son Trucking. He was a passionate and exceptional farmer, in the field hours before his death. Tom was a devoted husband, proud father and entertaining grandfather. He loved playing “the bear” and always kept his children and grandchildren laughing and smiling. Tom was always kind and helpful to everyone he met and was a stranger to no one. Tom enjoyed spreading his opinions and wisdom, good and bad. Tom left us with love, stories and memories to last a lifetime. He was greatly admired by his children and grandchildren. Tom had fun doing everything in life and felt as though he had done it all. Tom was the most “one of a kind” man you have ever met.

Tom is survived by his wife, Jane Tracy of Wabash, Indiana; two sons, Dick (Shannon) Tracy of Wabash, Indiana; TJ Tracy of Wabash, Indiana; three daughters, Andrea (Marc) Petrilli of Springfield, Illinois, Christina Karolzak of Scottsdale, Arizona, Deanne (Michael) Langeman of Carmel, Indiana; two sisters, MaryAnne (Chuck) Kallmeyer, Barbara Tracy; one brother, Frank (Konnie) Tracy; fifteen grandchildren, Devin (Madison) Tracy, Catherine Tracy, Eric Tracy, Mattie Petrilli, Max Petrilli, John Karolzak, Thomas Karolzak, Ryan Karolzak, Jake Langeman, Ellie Langeman, Joey Langeman, Alyssa Langeman, Kaitlan Tracy, Emma Tracy, and TJ Tracy. Tom is preceded in death by his parents, Frances Tracy and Hugh Tracy, his sister Nora Melton (Tracy), and nephews Trent and Robert Tracy.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Saint Bernard Catholic Church, 207 North Cass Street, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Father Jay Horning officiating. Burial will follow at Saint Patrick Cemetery in Lagro, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, 2024, with a Recitation of the Rosary at 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. 

Preferred memorials can be made to Saint Bernard School, 191 North Cass Street, Wabash, Indiana 46992 in care of McDonald Funeral Homes.

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

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

Marcus Beher

 

Marcus “Marc” William Beher, 51, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 1:28 a.m. on Friday, June 14, 2024, in Wabash, Indiana. He was born on November 17, 1972, to Marcus James “Jim” (DVM) and Dorothy “Dede” (Rinehart) Beher in Peru, Indiana. 

Marc was a 1992 graduate of Southwood High School. Marc loved the outdoors, and everything connected to it. Fishing, hunting, grilling, and especially farming were very important to him. He taught his daughters to fish and hunt. He enjoyed grilling and trying new recipes. He made many wonderful meals for family and friends. Connected to farming was his love of the John Deere 420. He went to many shows with the tractor. He was getting to know his grandchildren. They are young but fishing expeditions and hunting would have been in the future.

Marc is survived by his mother, Dorothy "Dede" Beher; two daughters, Candice Gatchel of Lafayette, Indiana; Trinity (Chris) Wells of Camden, Indiana; one sister, Rachel (Joe) Rizzuto of Indianapolis, Indiana; one brother, Kevin (Terri) Beher of Fishers, Indiana; one nephew, Will Rizzuto of Indianapolis, Indiana; two nieces, Katie Rizzuto of Indianapolis, Indiana, Nina Rizzuto of Indianapolis, Indiana; six grandchildren, Bruce Wayne Smith, Harley Quinzel Gatchel both of Lafayette, Indiana, Jaxson, Karter, Dawson Wells all of Camden, Indiana; and a good family friend, Susan Hunter of Wabash, Indiana. He is preceded in death by his father, Marcus J. Beher.

A Memorial Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Living Faith Lutheran Church, 242 South Huntington Street, Wabash, Indiana 46992.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Living Faith Lutheran Church.

Preferred memorials can be made to Dallas Winchester Senior Center - Food Pantry, 239 Bond St, Wabash, Indiana 46992, or Lighthouse Mission, 123 West Canal St, Wabash, Indiana 46992. 

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Marucs “Marc” William Beher’s final arrangements.

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

Thomas "Tom" Staniford

 

Thomas “Tom” Sterling Staniford, 53, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 1:07 p.m. on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at his residence. He was born on July 17, 1970. 

Tom was a 1989 graduate of Northfield High School. He worked at Metal X, formerly G&S Metals in Wabash, Indiana. He married his wife Shirley Ross on September 9, 2012. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, riding his Harley, and wrenching. He was extremely handy and there wasn’t anything he couldn’t fix. He adored his fur babies. Tom shared a passion with his wife when it came to rescuing animals.

Tom is survived by his wife, Shirley Ross-Staniford of Wabash, Indiana; He is preceded in death by his parents, Winfred and Joyce (Castle) Staniford.

A Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, 1100 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, Indiana with Kenny Neeley officiating. 

Preferred memorials can be made to McDonald Funeral Homes to assist the family with funeral expenses, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992.

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Thomas “Tom” Sterling Staniford’s final arrangements.

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

Judith Penisten

 

Judith K. Penisten, 82, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 8:10 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Heritage Point of Huntington in Huntington, Indiana. She was born on February 25, 1942, to John W. and Ruth G. Beckman in Hartford City, Indiana.

Judith was a 1960 graduate of Wabash High School. She worked at General Tire and ARC in Wabash, Indiana before retiring. Judith spent her early years teaching ballroom dancing at her studio in Wabash, Indiana. In her free time, she especially loved spending time with her family and playing Canasta. 

Judith is survived by one son, Christopher P. Penisten of Wabash, Indiana; one daughter, Tosha L. (Steve) Septer of Huntington, Indiana; two grandchildren, Caleigh (Joshua) Rice of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Denver (Allie) Burkley of Hawaii. She is preceded in death by her parents and companion, Robert Simpson who passed away September 14, 2017.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, June 17, 2024, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Chaplin Michael Deter officiating. 

Visitation for family and friends will be from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service on Monday, June 17, 2024, at the funeral home. 

Preferred memorials can be made to Parkview Hospice, 1900 Carew St Ste 6, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46805.

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

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