Obituaries
David Marcel VanThournout
Nov 3, 2026
David Marcel VanThournout, 83, of Rensselaer, Indiana, passed away at his home on November 3, 2026. He was born on November 24, 1942, in St. Charles, Illinois, and lived a life marked by hard work, care for others, and steady dedication.
David was a graduate of St. Charles High School. He went on to work as a truck driver, a career...
Allen J. Broussard
Oct 28, 2026
Allen Joseph Broussard, 90, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, family, music, service, generosity, and laughter that touched countless lives.
Allen was born on May 23, 1936, in New Iberia, Louisiana, to Wade Joseph Broussard Sr. and Anna Mae (Savoy) Broussard. Growing up in south Louisiana, he learned the values of faith, hard work,...
Elsie K. DePew
Oct 13, 2026
Elsie K. DePew, 94, of Rensselaer, Indiana passed away on October 13, 2026, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born on April 29, 1932, in Monetville, Ontario, Canada.
Elsie graduated from high school in Hoxeyville, Michigan in 1950. She married her husband of 65 years, Edward H. DePew on December 16, 1950. She spent most of her life...
Robert Roy Sutton
Oct 11, 2026
Robert Roy Sutton, affectionately known as Bob, passed away on October 11, 2026, at his home in Rensselaer, Indiana, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 12, 1956, in Highland, Indiana.
Bob was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy. He later worked for many years at Donaldson's warehouse in Rensselaer, and following his retirement, he remained deeply...
Jerry Madson Brooks
Sep 23, 2026
Jerry Madson Brooks, Sr., 89, of DeMotte, Indiana, passed away at his home on September 23, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Born on March 9, 1937, in Dante, Virginia, Jerry attended school in Virginia before moving to Indiana at the age of 17 with the goal of working for U.S. Steel. That determination shaped much of his life, and he went...
Mary Margaret Sheffer
Sep 16, 2026
Mary Margaret Sheffer, 85, of Monon, IN, passed away on Sept. 16, 2026, at IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. She was born on April 27, 1941, in Monticello, IN.
Mary graduated from Monon High School and married Kenny Sheffer on June 20, 1959. She devoted much of her life to her family as a homemaker. She was a very...
Vicki Ann Allis
Sep 15, 2026
Vicki Ann Allis (Delaney), passed away peacefully in Lafayette, Indiana, on September 15, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on April 27, 1955, in Rensselaer, Indiana.
Vicki was a proud graduate of North Newton High School, Class of 1974, and later earned her associate’s degree in business. She worked for several years in quality control at Ice...
Karen Lynn Ackerman
Sep 3, 2026
Karen Lynn Ackerman, of Brook, Indiana, passed away on September 3, 2026, at the age of 76. She was born on May 6, 1950, in Munich, Germany.
Karen will be remembered as a bright, compassionate, and deeply caring woman whose warmth touched the lives of many. She was always wearing a smile, and those who knew her appreciated her wit, quick...
Joseph Edward Gudeman
Sep 2, 2026
Joseph Edward Gudeman, 42, of Rensselaer, Indiana, passed away of a heart condition on September 2, 2026. He was born on June 21, 1984, in Lafayette, Indiana, the son of Jill Wilson and Gary Gudeman.
Joe was a proud graduate of Rensselaer Central High School and went on to graduate from Indiana State University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree. He...
Shaun Adam Hinson
Aug 20, 2026
Shaun Adam Hinson, born May 20, 1979, in Rochester, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2026, after an unexpected battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. Though his time with us was cut short, Shaun’s legacy and his impact on those he loved will be felt for years to come.
Shaun was the embodiment of strength wrapped in warmth....
Virginia Teresa Whittington
Aug 12, 2026
On August 12, 2026, Virginia Teresa Whittington peacefully left this earth to be reunited with her beloved husband, Lynn. Known to family and friends as Ginny, she was born on January 26, 1960, to Joseph R. and Virginia T. (Gorondi) Zaborski, proudly claiming her place as the youngest, and, as she would often say, the best, of their eight children.
Ginny...
Gregory A. Kaupke
Aug 4, 2026
Indianapolis, IN – On August 4, 2026, at age 68, Gregory A. Kaupke passed away after battling lung cancer for 19 months. We will forever miss his wonderful smile and loving heart. Greg was a Donor and gave his eyes to help two people see again.
Born in Rensselaer, Indiana, on August 11, 1957, and growing up in Morocco, Indiana, he...
Dennis "Denny" Brown
Jul 20, 2026
Dennis "Denny" Brown, age 75, of Beaufort, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026.
Denny graduated from North Newton High School in 1969. The following year, he married his love, Nancy Potts. It wasn't until a move to Georgia that Denny discovered his lifelong love of woodworking. He spent his career working in various mill shops and as a...
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 (Bud) and Anna (Jane) 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...
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