All Obituaries

  James Roger Woodward, 72, of Logansport passed away at 8:05 p.m., Thursday, February 25, 2021 at McKinney Place in Logansport. Born on July 3, 1948 in Mariba, Kentucky, he was the son of the late George Woodward and Francis (Evans) Anderson. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Roger was a self employed truck driver for over 45 years. Survivors include his children, James Woodward of Lebanon and Jessica Woodward of Logansport, brothers, Rusty Woodward, Robert Woodward, Kenny Woodward and...

Earl W. Bangel, 91, of Lake Bruce passed away Monday, February 15, 2021 at his residence surrounded by family. Born on November 5, 1929 in Indianapolis, he was the son of the late Wilbur and Lillian (Deerberg) Bangel. He was a Warren Central High School graduate. On February 27, 1954, he married Mary L. Dellinger. She preceded in death on April 9, 2010. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in Germany during the Korean Conflict.  Earl was a lifelong farmer.  He was a member of...

R. Tod Groff, 62, of Logansport passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at Columbus Regional Health Hospital. Born on April 25, 1958 in Goshen, he was the son of the late Richard L. and Nancy E. (Virgil) Groff of Millersburg, IN He was a 1976 Fairfield High School graduate, a 1980 Kalamazoo College graduate and a 1985 graduate of Indiana University Law School Bloomington. On June 13, 1987 he married the love of his life and best friend Rebecca Prusiecki, she survives. He...

Ben L. Bechdol, 77, of Twelve Mile passed away at 2:05 p.m., Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at Millers Merry Manor. Born on March 28, 1943 in Logansport, he was the son of the late Harry and Retha (Miller) Bechdol. He was a 1961 Logansport High School graduate. On January 25, 1974 he married Sally Stuber, she survives. He retired from Small Parts in 2007.  Ben was a member of Metea Baptist Church; enjoyed bird watching, especially the downy woodpeckers and cardinals, and reading John...

Joseph R. “Dick” Pasquale, Sr., 89, of Royal Center passed away at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at home. Born on August 3, 1931 in Logansport, he was the son of late Leonard and Myrtle (Auker) Pasquale. He was a 1949 Logansport High School graduate. Joe was a U.S. Navy veteran and served during the Korean Conflict from 1951 to 1955. He loved sharing his Navy stories with family and friends, and kept close contact with several shipmates. On February 13, 1960 he...

Leonard William Overly, 75, of Cass County, IN, was relieved of suffering from failing health and went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 31, 2021. He faithfully attended to his wife of over 40 years, Nellie Maude Stackhouse Overly, until her death in 2009. He dutifully served in the US Army, instilling a deep patriotic sentiment in his children & grandchildren. He may be remembered around the area as a retired fork truck driver at General Tire, church friend, music fan, talented...

Charlotte M. Bowen, 78, of Logansport passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at Logansport Memorial Hospital. Born on April 4, 1942 in Logansport, she was the daughter of the late Wilbur and Vera (Largen) Yeater. She was a 1960 Washington Township High School graduate. On April 21, 1968 she married Gary M. Bowen, he survives. Charlotte formerly worked at Kresge’s, JoAnn Fabrics and also had been the former choir director at Trinity Lutheran Church. She was a member...

Brian L. Oneal, 51, of Peru passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at home. Born on November 29, 1969 in Evanston, Illinois, he was the son of the late Nels Oneal and Loretta (Perrone) Allen. He was a 1988 North Miami High School graduate. Brian was a U.S. Navy veteran. He was an avid softball player and enjoyed playing and umpiring. Survivors include his sisters, Melinna Bacon (Jim) of Logansport and Laura Rinehart (Richard) of Logansport, step mother, Cindy Oneal of West...

Opal M. Kelley, 94, of Idaville passed away peacefully at 7:45 a.m., Monday, January 25, 2021 at home surrounded by family. Born on August 7, 1926 in Pulaski County, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Emma Mae (Penny) Martin. She was a 1944 Royal Center High School graduate.  On May 25, 1945 she married George R. Kelley.  He preceded her in death on September 22, 2007. Opal retired from Switches/Federal Mogul.  She was a member of White Oak United Methodist...

Michael A. Dominy, 49, of Royal Center passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at his home. Born on March 10, 1971 in Ft. Wayne, he was the son of Larry Dominy and Betty (Doctor) Dominy. Michael loved Jesus and read his Bible frequently. He enjoyed being outside, working around the farm, and helping with the dogs. He never met a stranger and was always quick to shake someone's hand. He was appreciative of our veterans and their sacrifices and was quick to thank them for their services....