Local North Manchester, Indiana Obituaries
Julia M. Hoover
Sep 13, 2025
Julia Hoover, a beloved member of the North Manchester community, was born on September 9, 1928, in Akron, Indiana, to Lewis and Margret (Smoker) Slaybaugh. Julia cherished her childhood, filled with joyful memories made while visiting her cousins and participating in family reunions. She embraced life with her neighborhood friends, enjoying roller skating, wiener roasts, and campfires. After completing her...
Ronald "Ron" Rease Bashore
Sep 9, 2025
Ronald "Ron" Rease Bashore, born on June 29, 1957, in Wabash, Indiana, to Ted L. and D. Joann (Cook) Bashore, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2025, at his home in Warsaw, Indiana, surrounded by his loving family.
A proud graduate of Manchester High School, class of 1976, Ron devoted an impressive forty-six years of his life to the field of...
Bette Jo Grube
Sep 8, 2025
Bette Jo Grube, known affectionately as B.J., passed away at her home in North Manchester, Indiana, on September 8, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on August 30, 1949, in Huntington, Indiana, to Joseph L. and Bette (McClure) Reed, Bette lived a life dedicated to her family and her faith.
Her educational journey began at Manchester High School, from which...
Lucille "Lucy" Jean Dougherty
Sep 7, 2025
Lucille "Lucy" Jean Dougherty, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, and friend, passed away on September 7, 2025, at the age of 82, at the Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born on July 15, 1943, in Gary, Indiana, to Michael and Helen (Roszkowski) Nadolski, she was proud of her Polish heritage and took great pride in her ancestry.
After...
Helen Maxine Blanchard
Aug 29, 2025
Helen Maxine Blanchard, born on August 3, 1926, in Whitley County, Indiana, to Clifton J. and Irene A. (Krider) Geiger, passed away on August 29, 2025, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana.
After graduating from Churubusco High School in 1944. Following high school, she married Bob on May 2, 1947, and together they shared a loving partnership that...
Grover Franklin Archer
Aug 27, 2025
Grover Franklin Archer, a revered member of the banking community and a beloved figure in the lives of many, passed away on August 27, 2025, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana. He was born on January 7, 1940, in Martin County, Indiana, to Stanford Earl and Zelda Madge (Howell) Archer, and he carried the values of his...
Calvin Clark Pugh
Aug 24, 2025
Calvin Clark Pugh, 92, of Duncanville, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025, leaving behind a tapestry of cherished stories, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Known for his sharp wit, occasional recalcitrance, and severe aversion toward rushing into anything, Cal was a beloved husband, father, and friend whose presence enlivened every room he entered.
Born September 25, 1932, in Matthews, Missouri,...
John Bacon Curtis
Aug 23, 2025
John Bacon Curtis, a beloved educator and devoted pastor, passed away on August 23, 2025, at the Timbercrest Healthcare Center in North Manchester. Born on December 11, 1943, to Theodore Roosevelt and Meta (Bacon) Curtis, in Racine, Wisconsin, John’s journey through life was characterized by his deep commitment to faith, family, and community service.
In pursuit of his academic goals, John...
Judith "Judy" Kay Fields
Aug 22, 2025
Judith "Judy" Kay Fields, born on November 6, 1948, in Lebanon, Indiana, to Wayne Eugene and Dawn Noreen (Klein) Wright, passed away on August 22, 2025, at The Waters of Wabash West in Wabash, Indiana. Judy's life was a testament to her unwavering faith, vibrant spirit, and generous heart.
A proud graduate of Hobart High School in 1966, Judy furthered her...
Veta Joy Holle
Aug 21, 2025
Veta Joy Holle, a beloved member of her Laketon community, passed away on August 21, 2025, at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 29, 1932, to Archie M. and Mary E. (Hackworth) Caudill, in Riceville, Johnson County, Kentucky, Veta lived a life marked by love, faith, and unwavering dedication to those...
Burton "Burt" Ray Sipe
Aug 18, 2025
Burton "Burt" Ray Sipe, age 75, of North Manchester, Indiana, passed away at his home on August 18, 2025. The son of Paul Donnel and Esta Virginia (Atkinson) Sipe, Burt was born February 20, 1950 in Portland, Indiana.
A proud graduate of Portland High School, Burt had an enriching life filled with personal connections and cherished moments. On April 17, 1976,...
Nancy L. Coble
Aug 14, 2025
Nancy (West) Coble, 89, born October 25, 1935 at home in North Manchester, to Glenn and Mayme (Clark) West, passed away August 14, 2025 at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana.
Throughout her high school years, Nancy cultivated a strong work ethic, contributing her talents at Peabody Senior Living and Landis Drug Store. After graduating from Central High School in...
Ronald J. Shockey II
Aug 13, 2025
Ronald J. Shockey II, a beloved figure in his community, passed away at his home in North Manchester, Indiana, on August 13, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on February 28, 1964, to Ronald J. and Nancy (Bradford) Shockey, in Marion, Indiana, Ron made his mark in life through his dedication to both his profession and his family.
A graduate...
Betty Ann Young
Aug 12, 2025
Betty Ann Young, born on December 26, 1933, to Daniel and Carolina (Nail) Meehan, in Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on August 12, 2025, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. Betty was a lifelong resident of the area, known for her unwavering faith and dedication to her family and community.
Betty graduated from LaSalle High School in South Bend, Indiana, in 1951, a...
Edward "Ed" Wayne Howard
Aug 8, 2025
Edward “Ed” Wayne Howard, 79, of North Manchester, Indiana passed away at 4:37 a.m. Friday, August 8, 2025, at AMG Specialty Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. He was born on June 11, 1946 in Richmond, Virginia.
Ed was a 1964 graduate of Manchester High School. He then served his country in the United States Navy. He retired from Millwright Union Local 1076...
Preston Mathis Duffy
Aug 4, 2025
Preston Mathis Duffy, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away tragically at the young age of 19 on August 4, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas. Born on September 8, 2005, to Chad Michael and Jessica Marie (Pearson) Duffy, in Warsaw, Indiana, Preston's journey through life, though brief, was marked by a profound impact on those around him.
A graduate of...
Leo Eugene Judy
Aug 4, 2025
Leo Eugene Judy, born on October 16, 1936, in Kosciusko County, Indiana, to Marvin Earl and Bernice Louise (Danner) Judy, passed away on August 4, 2025, in North Manchester, Indiana. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, community support, and an unwavering dedication to family, friends and faith.
After graduating from Chester High School in 1955, Leo dedicated a significant portion...
Betty Ruth Brainard
Aug 4, 2025
Betty Ruth Brainard, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on August 4, 2025, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana. Born on June 4, 1943, to Benjamin Franklin and Grace (Ferguson) Reeves, in Grayson, Kentucky, Betty lived a life filled with deep love for her family.
In February of 1958, Betty married Tom Brainard Sr., with whom...
Wayne Henry Miller
Jul 30, 2025
Wayne Henry Miller, born on June 8, 1937, in Urbana, to Cecil and Letha (Green) Miller, passed away on July 30, 2025, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester.
After graduating from Central High School in 1956, he embarked on a fulfilling career in the excavation business, starting out at Cecil Miller & Sons Excavating alongside his father. He later...
Linda Lou Juillerat
Jul 29, 2025
Linda Lou Juillerat, aged 82, of North Manchester, Indiana, passed away on July 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 27, 1942, in Huntington, Indiana, Linda was the daughter of the late Charles Albert and Louise Emma (Holley) Denton Sr.
On June 21, 1959, Linda married Virgil Kenneth Juillerat Jr., who passed away on July 4, 2017. During...
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