Susan Ogan

 

Susan Ogan, 80, a lifetime resident of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 9:13 a.m. on Friday, November 25, 2022, at Parkview Noble Kendallville, Indiana. She was born to Charles Edward and Phyllis (Sampson) Vrooman on April 1, 1942, in Wabash, Indiana.

Susan was a graduate of 1960 Wabash High School. She then graduated from Indiana Business College. She married Jon Ogan on November 20, 1965. Susan retired from the Wabash County Hospital. She was a member of Wabash Christain Church and the Woman's Club House. She loved going on drives and loved her Monday Night Friends, but most of all she loved her family. 

Susan is survived by her husband, Jon Ogan of Wabash, Indiana; one son, Shawn Ogan of Wabash, Indiana; one daughter, Misty Marz of Wabash, Indiana; five grandchildren, Brayden Ogan of Wabash, Indiana, Mikayla Marz (Ignatius Boet) of Wabash, Indiana, Reid Votaw (Alexis Straley) of LaFontaine, Indiana, Peyton Ogan of Wabash, Indiana, Caleb Ogan of Wabash, Indiana; three great-grandchildren, Paisley Votaw, Lainey Votaw, and Percival Boet. She is proceeded in death by her parents and one sister, Sondra Hipsher, who passed away October 25, 2019.

Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Pastor David Phillips officiating. Burial will follow at Mississinewa Memorial Cemetery in Somerset, Indiana.  

Visitation for family and friends will be on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials are to be directed to Wabash Christian Church in care of McDonald Funeral Homes.

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

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

Nina J. Rouch

 

Nina J. Rouch, 87, of LaFontaine, passed away at 10:55 a.m. on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. Nina was born in Wabash County to John and Lena May (Butt) Working on December 25, 1934.

Nina attended LaFontaine High School. She married Robert M. Rouch on June 22, 1952. She was a member of Banquo Christian Church. Nina was very involved in her church and was known for her homemade noodles.

Nina is survived by her husband, Robert Rouch of LaFontaine, Indiana; one son, Donald (Cindy) Rouch of Banquo, Indiana; one daughter, Cheryl (Gary) Marley of LaFontaine, Indiana; four grandchildren, Donnie Rouch, Angela Rouch, Jaime Shorter, Tracy Holmes; nine great-grandchildren, Desmond Rouch, Anna Grose, Becky Grose, Claire Grose, Danielle Grose, Hale Bowen, Breckin Hammel, Kendall Shorter, and Ellerie Holmes. She is proceeded in death by her parents, five brothers, Joseph Working, Dwight Working, Wayne Working, Robert Working, Donald Working; and three sisters, Relna McVay, Elizabeth Warner, and Miriam Working.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 13, 2022, at McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940 with pastor Harold Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Marion, Indiana.

Visitation will be two hours prior to the funeral service from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 13, 2022, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be directed to Riley Hospital for Children 705 Riley Hospital Drive Indianapolis, Indiana 46202 in care of McDonald Funeral Home.

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

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

Rev Dr. David Abel

 

Rev. Dr. David L. Abel, 94, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 6:56 p.m. on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at Miller’s Merry Manor West in Wabash, Indiana. He was born to Frederick and Dora Abel on July 19, 1928, in Carazowa, Japan.

David married Mary Jane Duzan on July 24, 1949, in Terre Haute, Indiana. He was a United Methodist Rev. since the age of 21. David was a member of First Church of God in Wabash.

David is survived by his two sons, David Leroy (Marcia Gienapp) Abel II of Valparaiso, Indiana, Frederick Abel of Irvine, California; one daughter, Ruth (Terry) Canfield of Greensburg, Indiana; four grandsons, Christian (Theresa) Abel, Daniel (Tracy) Abel, Josh Canfield, and Nate Canfield; one granddaughter, Katie Abel; six great grandchildren, Anneliese Abel, Walter Abel, Louis Abel, Peter Abel, Lorelei Abel, and Dean Abel. He is also, survived by his close friend, Charlotte Meredith of Wabash, Indiana. He is proceeded in death by his parents, wife, Mary Jane Abel, one brother, and two sisters.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 3, 2022, at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Rev. Terry Canfield, and Rev. Josh Canfield officiating. Burial will follow at Falls Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation will be two hours prior to the funeral service from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 3, 2022, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials are to be directed to the Lighthouse Mission in Wabash in care of McDonald Funeral Home.

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

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

Archie L. Sneed Jr.

 

Archie L. Sneed Jr., 60, of LaFontaine, Indiana, passed away at 4:26 a.m. on October 26, 2022, at Parkview Wabash Hospital in Wabash, Indiana. He was born on February 25, 1962, to Archie Sr. and Jean (Turner) Sneed in Marion, Indiana.

 Archie is a graduate of Southwood High School. He worked for the Papermill Container Corp. in Wabash for 23 years. His last employment was at Transwheel in Huntington as a Supervisor. He married Robin Perry on May 13, 2017. Archie had always had a Harley Davidson since he was young and enjoyed riding motorcycles. He was most proud of his woodworking shop at his home. Archie also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and the outdoors, but most of all he enjoyed being with his family and his beloved dog Bella Rose.

 Archie is survived by his wife, Robin Sneed of LaFontaine, Indiana; one son, Branden Sneed of LaFontaine, Indiana; two daughters, Tieler (Ryan) Coble of Warsaw, Indiana, Whitney Sneed of Logansport, Indiana; two stepdaughters, Onna Doering of Indianapolis, Indiana, Taryn Doering of Germany; three grandchildren, Aiden Louis Sneed, Kameron Coble, Kayleigh Coble; his mother, Jean Sneed of LaFontaine, Indiana; one sister, Diane Sneed of LaFontaine, Indiana. He is proceeded in death by his father, Archie Sneed Sr. and one brother Terry Sneed, who passed away in 1978.

 Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 31, 2022, 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.

 Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 30, 2022, at the funeral home.

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

 

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

Lavada F. Miller

 

Lavada F. Miller, 95, of LaFontaine, passed away on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at Heritage Pointe of Huntington. Lavada was born in Maysville, Kentucky to the late Noah and Roxie (McKee) Kinder on August 4, 1927.

Lavada married Orlin L. Miller on May 14, 1948. They were married 72 years. Orlin passed away on February 18, 2021. She worked as a housewife and a grain and dairy farmer. Lavada attended Lincolnville United Methodist Church and taught Sunday School for over 40 years.

Lavada enjoyed country gospel music and played the autoharp and mountain dulcimer. As a family they played various instruments and traveled around to different nursing homes, events, and festivals in Wabash, LaFontaine, and Marion Communities. She and her husband, Orlin, enjoyed going to Bob Evan’s Farm music festivals and to various dulcimer festivals. She also had fun clogging with friends at festivals. Lavada and her husband enjoyed playing cards every Friday with friends. She will always be remembered for her smile.

Lavada is survived by her son, Dennis (Patricia) Miller of LaFontaine, Indiana; one daughter, Linda (David) Habegger of Fort Wayne, Indiana; one granddaughter, Christi (Steve) Pieper of Florida; one step-grandson, Mark Habegger of Fort Wayne, Indiana; two great grandchildren, Hannah, and Aly Pieper of North Carolina.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 28, 2022, at McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940 with John Lenfestey officiating. Burial will follow at LaFontaine I.O.O.F. Cemetery in LaFontaine.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the funeral service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 28, 2022, at the funeral home.

A gathering of friends and family will be at Lincolnville United Methodist Church for a light lunch and fellowship following the cemetery. 

Preferred memorials are directed to the Lincolnville United Methodist Church, 5847 E. 500 S. Wabash, Indiana 46992.

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

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

Jodie Elshire

 

Jodie A. Elshire, 65, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, formerly of LaFontaine, Indiana passed away at 8:45 p.m. on October 17, 2022, at Parkview Regional Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on May 1, 1957, to John and Betty (Frank) Faust in Wabash, Indiana.

Jodie is a 1975 graduate of Southwood High School. She was self-employed in the retail business. Jodie enjoyed T.V., lighthouses, and traveling. She was a member of the Lincolnville United Methodist Church.

Jodie is survived by her daughter; Katie (Fred) Gengnagel of Wabash, Indiana; one grandson, Jeremiah Elshire; one brother, Terry (Beverly) Faust of Urbana, Indiana. She is proceeded in death by her parents.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 21, 2022, at McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940 with Rev. Melissa Rice officiating.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at the funeral home.

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

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

Kari L. Harmon

 

Kari L. Harmon, 54, a lifetime resident of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 11:26 a.m. on Friday, October 14, 2022, at her home in Wabash, Indiana. She was born to Billy L. and Alice K. (Fannin) Hashbarger on December 7, 1967, in Wabash, Indiana.

Kari was a 1987 graduate of Wabash High School. She then graduated with a bachelor’s degree from University of Phoenix in Criminal Law. She married Bradley R. Harmon on March 7, 2009. She was a homemaker. She was a Silver Level Master Gardner, loved to camp and fish with her family. Kari was very involved with assisting Military Organizations; she received several certificates of appreciation for her service. She also founded a non-for-profit organization to show appreciation for First Responders of 911. Kari was a member of Bunker Hill United Methodist Church and a former member of Miami County Community Counsel.

Kari is survived by her husband, Bradley Harmon of Wabash, Indiana; one son, Matthew Smith of LaFontaine, Indiana; her father, Billy Hashbarger of Wabash, Indiana; one brother, Jeffrey (Valisa) Hashbarger of Wabash, Indiana; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is proceeded in death by her mother, Alice Hashbarger; she passed away on February 24, 2020.

Funeral service will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, October 21, 2022, at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992 with Rev. Bette Marie Thompson officiating. Burial will follow at Marion National Cemetery in Marion, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friends will be on Thursday, October 20, 2022, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials are to be directed to the American Red Cross in care of McDonald Funeral Homes.

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

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