Obituaries
John Edward Sayers, Sr.
Jun 20, 2026
John Edward Sayers, Sr., aged 90, of Rensselaer, Indiana, passed away on June 20, 2026. Born in Rensselaer on October 9, 1935, John lived a life marked by service and devotion.
He proudly served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from 1955 to 1964. On December 17, 1961, he married Mary May Dowty, with whom he shared many cherished years...
Mary Elizabeth Chesak
Jun 20, 2026
Mary Elizabeth (Obermeyer) Chesak took her final breath on June 20, 2026, at the age of 92. Though falling short of her goal of living to the age of 100, her zest for life kept her determined to the end. She never lost her upbeat spirit. Her thrill of travel and meeting people from near and far, and from every...
Randy Joe Zenor
Jun 17, 2026
Randy Joe Zenor passed away at his home in Morocco, IN on June 17, 2026, at the age of 73. He was born in Williamsport, IN on March 27, 1953 to Chuck and Anna Zenor.
Randy raised his family in Morocco with his loving wife, Janina. He loved spending time with family and friends, especially his precious grandkids.
He is survived by...
Tony Stock
May 25, 2026
Konrad A. “Tony” Stock, 62, of Kentland, Indiana, passed away on May 25, 2026, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Born on January 17, 1964, in Gary, Indiana, Tony’s life was marked by a profound dedication to his family, his faith, and the art of working with his hands.
Tony attended North Newton High School, where he began nurturing...
Randy Sizemore
May 23, 2026
Randy Sizemore, 63, of Rensselaer, lost his life on May 23, 2026 as the result of a motor vehicle accident. Randy was born on September 26, 1962, to Kiser and Alma (Dobson) Sizemore.
Randy was a 1981 graduate of West Central High School. He had been a dedicated employee at Leggett & Platt (formerly Sealy) for the past 45 years.
On September...
Madge King Jordan
May 17, 2026
Madge King Jordan, a devoted registered nurse and cherished member of the Rensselaer community, passed away on May 17, 2026, in Fort Madison, Iowa. Born on June 10, 1938, in Rensselaer, Indiana, Madge lived a life marked by dedication, compassion, and a selfless spirit that touched many lives.
A proud graduate of Rensselaer High School, Madge pursued her passion for nursing...
Susan Lyn Miller
May 16, 2026
Susan Lyn Miller, née Sipkema was called Home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 16, 2026. Born on June 21, 1963 to Robert S. and Carol (Bultema) Sipkema in Rensselaer, Indiana, Susan lived a life marked by compassion, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to those she loved and served. She was a member of The Venture Church...
James Edward Camblin
May 6, 2026
James Edward Camblin passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026 at the age of 105, surrounded by family. Born Aug. 17, 1920, to Lawson and Jessie Camblin, Ed lived a life centered on family, hard work, service, and friendship.
Ed shared 80 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Marcheta. They were married on May 21, 1945. Together they raised...
Finley Doyle Manns
Apr 24, 2026
Finley Doyle Manns, affectionately known as Benj, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on April 24, 2026, in Lafayette, Indiana. Born on June 7, 1952, in Tip Top, Kentucky, Benj lived a life marked by warmth, humor, and a generous spirit that touched all who knew him.
Benj was a man of many passions and delights. He found joy in traveling...
Linda Jo Murillo
Apr 23, 2026
Linda Jo Murillo (née Manns), a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and devoted wife, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, in Lafayette, Indiana. Born on October 26, 1954, in Ivyton, Kentucky, Linda lived a life marked by love, strength, bravery, and deep faith.
Linda was renowned for her generous and loving nature, touching the hearts of all who knew her. Her...
Sharon L. York
Apr 20, 2026
Sharon L. York, age 72, of Rensselaer, Indiana passed away April 20, 2026 at Monticello Healthcare Center. She was born August 14, 1953, in Hammond, Indiana, the daughter of Dennis “Jack” York and Cerilda M. (Daniels) York.
She is survived by her brother, D. Steven (wife: Dee) York of Noblesville, Indiana, and her close friends, Tom and Nancy Phillips of Rensselaer,...
William Arthur Lowe
Apr 15, 2026
William Arthur “Bill” Lowe, age 72, of Bloomington, IN, formerly of Morocco, IN, passed away April 15, 2026 at IU Health Bloomington Hospital. He was born in Rensselaer on March 2, 1954, the son of Arthur William and Leona May (Madison) Lowe.
Bill was a graduate of Morocco High School and Indiana Central College in Indianapolis. He studied math and was...
Billie Sue (Peevey) Bingham
Mar 31, 2026
Billie Sue (Peevey) Bingham passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026, in Bradenton, Florida. She lived 29 years in Ellenton, Florida, and was formerly from Morocco, Indiana. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Raymond, with whom she shared a happy marriage for 61 years. Billie was born on October 25, 1928, in Colt, Arkansas, to Harold Emmet and Neva...
Bonnie Sue Gifford
Mar 26, 2026
Bonnie Sue Gifford, age 67, of Rensselaer, IN passed away unexpectedly on March 26, 2026, at Franciscan Health Crown Point. Born on November 30, 1958, in Lafayette, IN, Bonnie lived a life marked by dedication, warmth, and a spirited personality that touched all those fortunate to know her.
A proud graduate of Tri-County High School, Bonnie devoted nearly three decades to...
James J. Murphy
Mar 22, 2026
James J. Murphy, affectionately known as Jim, age 83, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, in Lafayette, IN. Born on March 23, 1942, in Pontiac, IL, Jim lived a life marked by dedication, family devotion, and a steadfast work ethic.
A proud graduate of Kempton High School in Kempton, IL, class of 1961, Jim went on to build a long and...
Norman E. Frey
Mar 9, 2026
Norman E. Frey, age 87, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Rensselaer, Indiana, on March 9, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 28, 1938, in Rensselaer, where he lived most of his life and cultivated deep roots within the community.
Graduating from Rensselaer High School, Norm embarked on...
Pattie J. Miracle
Mar 5, 2026
Pattie J. Miracle, “Grandma Bee”, was embraced by her Lord and reunited with her six siblings on March 5, 2026. Amazing Grace How Sweet the Sound. Pat enjoyed books, playing cards, Scrabble, dice, and fishing. She also enjoyed the theatre, porch swings, the tilt-a-whirl, the merry-go-round and rocking her cats. Her favorite flowers were yellow roses, her favorite hymn was...
Sergio L. Perez
Feb 27, 2026
Sergio L. Perez, age 54, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, in Lafayette, Indiana, surrounded by his family after an extended illness. Born on October 22, 1971, in San Luis Potosi, Mexico, Sergio’s journey took him from his humble beginnings to becoming a cherished member of his community in the United States.
Educated at Margarita Maza...
Ron Christenson
Feb 25, 2026
Ron Christenson, a proud Indiana farm boy and a man of boundless curiosity, deep community devotion, and quiet strength, passed away on February 25, 2026, at the age of 71. He was born on September 2, 1954, in St. Anne, Illinois, to JR and Mary (Anderson) Christenson and lived a life as rich and rooted as the farmland he loved.
Ron...
Linda Joyce Watson
Feb 24, 2026
Linda Joyce Watson, of Morocco, IN, born on April 7, 1944, passed away peacefully on Feb. 24, 2026 at the age of 81. Linda will be remembered fondly by her family and friends for her unwavering love for children and her dedication to nurturing their spirits. As a cherished babysitter, she devoted significant time to watching children in her home...
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