All Obituaries

Darrell Ellis Morlan, 96, of Frankfort, passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at Wesley Manor. He was born in Bourbon, Indiana on May 16, 1924 to Clarence O. and Nellie Mae (Ellis) Morlan. He married Eleanor Grace Grossman on July 24, 1949; she preceded him in death on May 18, 2020. Darrell graduated from Tippecanoe High School in 1942.   Following graduation, he was employed in South Bend as a billing clerk at Motor Express of Indiana.  He entered the United States Army...

Becky Ann Smith, 75, of Frankfort, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2021, at Wesley Manor Health Center. She was born in Frankfort on September 18, 1945 to Fredrick W. and Mary Ann (Wann) Smith. Becky attended Jefferson High School and had formerly worked for Smilin Joe’s grocery, Wake-Up/McClure’s gas station and Electro-Wire in Frankfort. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, crocheting, genealogy, reading and crafting. Becky is survived by sons, Kip (Jane)...

Rosalie Mae Staley, 99, of Frankfort, passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Wesley Manor in Frankfort. She was born in Frankfort on September 22, 1921 to Michael and Bessie (Bates) Helmberger.  She married Carl Leroy Staley on June 24, 1945; he preceded her in death on April 16, 2002. Rosalie was a graduate of Jackson Township Schools.  She worked for PR Mallory for 27 years.  She was a member of Michigantown Christian Church and Eastern Star of Frankfort.  She...

Susan M. Keller, 67, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born in Lafayette, Indiana on December 31, 1953 to Harry Russell and Carol (Pilling) Martin. She married Terry L. Keller on March 18, 1972; he survives in Frankfort. Susan attended Frankfort High School. She loved spending time with her family and helping to raise her grandchildren. She enjoyed running around, the outdoors, her flower beds, and gardening. In addition to her...

James Thomas Downs, 70, of Frankfort, passed away on Monday, January 11, 2021 at Clinton House Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Lebanon, Indiana on August 31, 1950 to Lester T. and Helen (Snow) Downs. He married Joyce Allene “Peg” Cooper on March 20, 1987 in Frankfort; she precedes him in death on April 4, 2014. James graduated in 1969 from Sheridan High School and from Anderson University in 1973. He had served in the Vietnam War in the Army 101st Airborne...

James L. “Jim” Bailey, 83, of Kokomo, passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at his home.  He was born in Richmond on October 1, 1937 to Donald and Lois (Appleton) Bailey.  He married Rexanne Kinderman on January 19, 1996; she survives. Jim attended Richmond High School.  He worked as an electrician for 30 years for IBEW Local 873 where he was also a member.  He was a rodeo pickup man and enjoyed tending to his goats and chickens.  Most of all, he...

Clarence Junior (JR) Cable, 92 of Monticello passed away on January 09, 2021 at his daughter’s home.  He was born December 6, 1928 in Mason County in Scottville, Michigan.  He was the son of the late Clarence E. and Frances (Filbrun) Cable.  Clarence’s wife, Harriett, passed away April 3, 2016 after being married 62 wonderful years.  Clarence attended Rossville High School.  They had two children (daughter) Carrie Lynn (Cable) Woodruff and a (son) Clark...

Taylor Brock Wood, 33 of Delphi,  passed away on Saturday,  January 9, 2021 at Franciscan Hospital in Lafayette.  He was born in Lafayette on June 1, 1987 to Robert Wood and Joan “Jo” Marie (Boyd) Ford. Brock graduated from Twin Lakes High School in Monticello.  He enjoyed his family, playing video games and being at home. Surviving Brock is his father, Robert D. (Susan) Wood of Lafayette; brother, Brett Wood of Jasper; step-brother, Will Ford; step-sisters,...

Timothy L. Timmons, 59, of Kirklin, passed away unexpectedly at his home, in the loving arms of his daughter, JC, on Friday, January 8, 2021. Tim came into this world on November 3, 1961 to Charles D. and Anna (Morgan) Timmons in Frankfort, IN. He married Cheri Renae Weaver on May 11, 1989. Though they may have gone in separate life directions, he and Cheri remained together through the mutual love of their children. A graduate of Frankfort High School in 1981, Tim was a unique blend...

Glenda R. Kiger, 77, of Lafayette, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021 at IU Health Arnett in Lafayette, IN. She was born on March 11, 1943 to William E. and Edna L. (Bible) Woodruff. She married William Kiger on August 8, 1966. He preceded her in death on January 30, 2018. Glenda graduated from Rossville High School in 1961. She was a bus driver for over 30 years for Benton County Schools and Lafayette City Transit System. Glenda was a member of Heartland Community Church, Rossville...