All Obituaries

Diane H. Osborn, 82, of Walton, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026, at Franciscan Health in Lafayette.  She was born May 21, 1943, in Logansport to Boyd D. and Harriet O. (Carter) Saunders.   She married Clarence Osborn on July 10, 1981, in Walton, Indiana and he preceded her in death on May 24, 2011. Diane retired from Switches in Logansport with many years of service.  She also worked for American Foods for 12 years and at the Kokomo Speedway in concessions.   ...

Thomas Smith, age 77, of Frankfort, Indiana, passed away on February 16, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of service, faith, and deep love for his family and community. Born on January 6, 1949 in Kokomo, Indiana, Tom was the son of Archie and Zorada Smith. Growing up on a farm, Tom discovered his mechanical inclination; a trait that would shape both his career and his calling. From his marriage to Patricia Young (Kingery), he was blessed with two beloved sons: Michael Smith and Nicholas Smith. ...

Robert L. Davis, 93, of Walton, went home to be with the Lord early Wednesday morning, February 11, 2026, at Waterford Place Health Campus in Kokomo.   He was born on the family farm Thursday, November 10, 1932, to Cecil E. and Mary Helen (Kunkle) Davis.   He married Joan L. Wilson on February 16, 1963, in the Young America Baptist Church and she survives. After graduating from high school at Onward, he enlisted in the United States Navy to serve his country. Bob came ...

Frances (Gish) Breece, 80, of Elwood passed away Monday, February 9, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.  She was born March 4, 1945, in Cass County to Robert and Florence (Wray) Gish.  She married Jack Breece on May 24, 1984, he preceded her in death February 17, 2025. Frances retired from Delco Electronics in Kokomo with 30 years’ service.  After retirement, she and Jack moved to Spring City, TN on Watts Bar Lake, then moved to Cape Coral, FL ...

Allen L. Ellison, 71, of Walton, passed away at his home Saturday, February 7, 2026.   He was born May 16, 1954, to Emerson and Lillas (Dyke) Ellison.   Allen graduated from Lewis Cass High School and later earned his bachelor’s degree in agriculture business from Purdue University.   He worked in the farm lending field for many years retiring from FSA.    His passion in life was farming and fishing.  He was a ...

Sherry Lou VanDyke , 84, passed away on January 28, 2026 at Brickyard Healthcare in Kokomo.  Sherry was born in Monroe, Michigan on March 3, 1941 to Vernon and Edna (Doan) Hoghe.  She graduated from Galveston High School in 1959.  In July 1959, she married the love of her life, Carl Pettay.  After Carl’s passing, Sherry married Roger VanDyke in May 1985. Sherry worked at JC Penney in Kokomo, Controls in Logansport, and at one time was owner of The House of Sounds ...

Cassie Ann Bolinger, 81, of Kokomo, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Northwoods Village in Kokomo.  She was born November 29, 1944, in Harrogate, Tennessee to Thomas and Mossie Jane (Liford) Lambert.  She married Benjamin B. Bolinger on June 1, 1970, and he preceded her in death on November 13, 2015. Cassie worked in housekeeping at Howard Johnson’s motel in Kokomo for many years, retiring in June of 1993.  She enjoyed ...

Gail L. Vickers, 103, of Galveston, went home to be with her Lord, Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Bloom of Kokomo.  She was born September 11, 1922, in South Bend, Indiana to Ralph E. and Katherine M. (Swanson) Roush.   She married James R.L. Vickers on October 21, 1941, and he preceded her in death April 2, 1972.  Gail worked as a secretary for Dr. Warren McClure for many years.  She then retired from Kokomo Sanitary Pottery with 26 years as a secretary.  She ...

Luther “David” Bledsoe, 78, of Galveston, passed away early Friday, January 16, 2026, at Community Howard Regional Hospital in Kokomo.  He was born September 26, 1947, in Kingsport, Tennessee to Luther Day and Dorcie (Willis) Bledsoe.  He married Bonnie L. Lange on April 13, 1969, and she preceded him in death on February 14, 2016. Dave served his country in the United States Army during Vietnam and retired from Chrysler in 1998 with over 30 years of service.  He ...

Alvin William "Bill" Wallace, 85, of Galveston, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at his home. He was born April 16, 1940, in Kokomo to Russell O. and Bernice Wallace.   Bill was an Engineer by trade and served his country in the United States Air Force. Private services will be held.