All Obituaries

Larry E. Williams, 75, of Yorktown, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2023, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.   Larry was born on September 4, 1947, in Muncie, to the late Charles and Brona (Manring) Williams. Larry was a 1965 graduate of Yorktown High School and went on to earn his bachelor's degree from Purdue University in 1971 and his master's degree from the University of Nebraska in Food Science and Technology in 1993. Larry moved frequently throughout his adult life...

Michael Ray Irwin, 85, a lifelong Gaston resident, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at home.   Michael was born on June 24, 1937, in Muncie to the late Ray and Marjorie Irwin. He was a 1955 graduate of Harrison Township High School. Michael was an incredible chemist, pioneering many new battery technologies while working at Delco Remy. He traveled to Detroit Motor Speedway to test new battery technologies. Michael was an outstanding showman of swine throughout his life,...

JoAnn E. “Jo” Thompson passed away on December 28, 2022, in Decatur, IN, where she lived with her son, James. Jo was born in Austintown, OH, she was the daughter of the late William T. Howells and Margaret L. (Schrum) Howells. After graduating from high school, she went to work at Owen Scott & Co. On August 6, 1952, she married James R. Thompson, with whom she had 5 children. They moved a number of times, to Cleveland, Willoughby, N. Little Rock, AR, Little Rock, AR, Fort...

Paula E. Faircloth, 62, of Farmland, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2022, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.   Paula was born on March 21, 1960, in Paducah, Kentucky to Paul and Rilda Faircloth. She was a 1978 graduate of Wes-Del High School. Paula worked for General Motors for over 20 years, retiring in 2020. She was a member of the Farmland American Legion and enjoyed watching TV and spending time with her cats.   Paula is survived by her mother, Rilda Faircloth;...

James Robert Fields,73, entered into rest in Racine, Wisconsin at Ascension All Saints Hospital, on December 27, 2022 unexpectedly from cardiac arrest. James was born on November 17, 1949, in Ashland, Kentucky to the late Lige and Mary Fields.    James served his country in the United States Marine Corp. and traveled experiencing several jobs before settling at Exide Technologies, where he retired after an injury. James was a family man who loved the outdoors, enjoyed warm...

William “Jimmy” Robertson, 79, of Parker City, began his eternal life on Monday, December 5, 2022, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.   Jimmy was born on November 23, 1943, in Muncie to the late Clyde and Sally Robertson. He attended Muncie Central Schools. He married Penny Overbey on August 6, 1975. Jimmy worked in construction at A1 Home Improvements and LJ Stone before starting Robertson Building and Remodeling which he owned and operated. He was a member...

Margery Alice (Lambert) Lebon, 88, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022, at her home in Gaston.   Margery was born on November 6, 1934, in Muncie, IN to the late Oren and Sara (Chalfant) Lambert. She was a 1952 graduate of Gaston High School. Margery retired from RCA in Marion in 1992, after more than 20 years of service. Margery was a past member of the American Legion Auxiliary. Margery dearly enjoyed crocheting Afghans and Christmas stockings. So many were gifted with her...

Nancy J. Hannon (Terry) passed away on December 4, 2022, surrounded by her family.   Nancy was born on January 8, 1941, in Muncie to the late Gerald and Leverna Terry. She was a Yorktown High School Graduate. Nancy was a homemaker and had worked for the Gaston Cabinet Factory, The Woodlands Nursing Home, and the Sudlow Potato Factory throughout her life. She attended River of Life Church. Nancy enjoyed being with her family, gardening and was an avid walker.   Nancy is survived...

Dorothy Baldwin, 101, of Yorktown, passed away on Monday, November 14, 2022, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.   Dorothy was born on May 31, 1921, in Muncie to the late Clyde and Erie Huffman. She was a 1939 graduate of Cowan High School. Dorothy was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking, baking, knitting, and spending time with her family.   Dorothy is survived by three sons, Phil Baldwin (wife Carolyn), Bruce Baldwin, and Ron Baldwin (wife Debbie); four grandchildren, Mindy...

Mary Jo Barker, 68, of Gaston, passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital.   Mary Jo was born on March 17, 1954, in Muncie to Ferrell and Sonia Doughty. She was a 1972 graduate of Wes-Del High School. Mary Jo was a homemaker and had also worked at the Wes-Del High School Cafeteria and the Voter Registration Office. She was a member of the Women Democrats of Delaware County, Lazy Daisey Home-ec club, and the first female member of the Gaston Lions...