Anna Mae "Ann" Gillum

December 17, 1927 – January 31, 2012

Gracie Mae Eileen Troxell

January 24, 2012 – January 24, 2012

Richard A. Martin

January 31, 1949 – January 16, 2012

Lois M. Haley

April 18, 1929 – January 14, 2012

Walter W. Gipson

April 3, 1930 – January 11, 2012

Gerald "Lee" Hawkins

May 14, 1945 - January 1, 2012

Melba Marie (Enochs) Johnson

January 8, 1934 - January 2, 2012

Merle B. Lawson

January 21, 1923 - December 23, 2011

Anna Mae "Ann" Gillum

December 17, 1927 - January 31, 2012

(Marion) 84 year old Anna Mae “Ann” Gillum died on January 31, 2012 in her Marion home. She was born on December 17, 1927.

Mrs. Gillum is survived by her husband Ned C. Gillum.

A memorial service for Anna Mae “Ann” Gillum will take place at 5 pm on Sunday February 12, 2012 at First Christian Church, 1970 North Wabash Avenue in Marion.

Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Marion Chapel, 2722 South Washington Street was entrusted with the arrangements.

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Gracie Mae Eileen Troxell

January 24, 2012 – January 24, 2012

(Marion) Newborn Gracie Mae Eileen Troxell of Gas City died on January 24, 2012 at Marion General Hospital.

Gracie is survived by her father: Jared D. Troxell, Upland; mother Ashley Smith, Gas City; brother: Hunter William Smith, Gas City; maternal grandparents: Faith and Dave Brenneman, Upland and Douglas Plank, Port St. Lucy, Florida; paternal grandparents: Gary and Debbie Michael, Upland and Paul Troxell, Marion; uncles: Josh Troxell, Marion and Jimmy Michael, Upland; Aunt: Bethany Troxell, Marion.  Great grandparents also survive.

There will be no visitation.

A Graveside committal service for Gracie Mae Eileen Troxell will be held at 10:30 am on Monday, January 30, 2012 at Grant Memorial Park cemetery in Marion with Pastor David Griev officiating.

Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Gas City Chapel, 200 North 7th  Street, Gas City, was entrusted with the arrangements.

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Richard A. Martin

January 31, 1949 – January 16, 2012

(Marion) 62 year old Richard A. Martin died in his Marion residence on January 16, 2012. Mr. Martin is survived by his brother David Martin of Chattanooga, Tennessee.  A graveside funeral service for Richard A. Martin will be held at a later date.

Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Marion Chapel located at 2722 South Washington Street in Marion, Indiana was entrusted with the arrangements.

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Lois M. Haley

April 18, 1929 – January 14, 2012

(Marion) 82 year old Lois M. Haley of Marion died on January 14, 2012 at Marion General Hospital.  Mrs. Haley was born in Marion on April 18, 1929 to the late Wayne and C. Christina (Magers) Thalls, Sr.

After graduating from Marion High School in 1947 she met Robert “Bob” E. Haley. They married on July 4, 1948. Mr. Haley preceded Lois in death on September 12, 2004. In 1972 , Lois M. Haley graduated from Indiana University School of Nursing with a Registered Nursing degree.

She worked as an R.N. for Marion General Hospital until her retirement in 1991. Mrs. Haley was a member of Temple Congregational Church where she also was the parish nurse and choir member. She was a former member and past president of American Business Women's Association and was named Woman of the Year in 1977. Lois was also a member and past president of Sweet Adelines, a volunteer with CASA and Bridges to Health., Lois also received a Kiwanis Youth Service award for her faithful altruistic leadership service to boys and girls of the community. In her spare time, Mrs. Haley enjoyed baking candy and cakes, sewing, crafts and was known as an advocate for senior citizens.

Lois M. Haley is survived by three children: Janice S. Gray, Marion; Mark A. Haley, Swayzee; Charles “Chuck” W. Haley, Clifton, New Jersey; one brother: Wayne (Rosemary) Thalls, Jr., Santa Cruz, California; One sister: Patricia A. Marx-Maley; three grandchildren: Jason Gray and Misty Haley, both of Marion; Angie Gray, Gas City. Three great-grandchildren: Tyler, Tayler and Haleigh; several nieces and nephews and special friends Mindy Kirby and Dana Cockrum also survive.

Mrs. Haley is preceded in death by her sister Ruth Thalls and her son in law James “Jim” Gray.

Visitation for Lois M. Haley will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday January 18, 2012 at the Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Marion Chapel at 2722 South Washington Street in Marion.

The funeral service for Lois M. Haley will take place at 10 am on Thursday January 19, 2012 at the Temple Congregational Church at 1006 North Western Avenue in Marion, Indian with Pastor Marvin Wiseman officiating.

Mrs. Haley will be laid to rest in Grant Memorial Park Cemetery immediately following her funeral.

In lieu of flowers Mrs. Haley's family has requested all memorial contributions be made to the church.

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Walter W. Gipson

April 3, 1930 – January 11, 2012

(Bluffton, Indiana) 81 year-old Walter W. Gipson of Hartford City, Indiana died on January 11, 2012 at Bluffton Regional Hospital in Bluffton, Indiana. Mr. Gipson was born in Michigan on April 3, 1930 to the late Wilbur and Irene (Dunaj) Gipson.

For many years, Mr. Gipson worked for Continental Can Company in Elwood. He retired and spent some time farming. Mr. Gipson married Barbara Fetcher. She survives in Hartford City.

Walter W. Gipson is survived by his wife Barbara Fetcher Gipson of Hartford City; Children: Walter W. (Tami) Gipson, Barbara Hatton and Chris E. (Debra) Gipson, all of Hartford City; Geneva Bodle, Montpelier; one brother: Donald Gipson, Sheridan, Indiana; Two sisters- Beverly Beck, Bonita Springs, Florida; Waneta Linn, Bradenton, Florida; Several Nieces and Nephews; eight grandchildren: Tifannie, Robby, Annette, Tina Jason, Jennifer, Alysha and Neil; and fifteen great-grandchildren.

Visitation for Walter W. Gipson will take place on Monday, January 16, 2012 from 10 a.m. until 12 noon at the Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Marion Chapel at 2722 South Washington Street in Marion, Indiana.

The funeral service for Walter W. Gipson will take place at 12 noon on Monday, January 16, 2012 at the Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Marion Chapel, 2722 South Washington Street, Marion with Rev. Kevin Lex officiating.

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Gerald "Lee" Hawkins

May 14, 1945 - January 1, 2012

66 year old Gerald “Lee” Hawkins died on January 1, 2012 in his Marion home. Mr. Hawkins was born on May 14, 1945 to the late Howard C. and Esther (Williams) Hawkins. He was a life resident of Marion.

For many years Mr. Hawkins was a brick mason and worked at other jobs with Webbers and Miller's Salvage. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed camp cooking, camping and he was most proud of his baptism. Gerald’s sense of humor always entertained family and friends. Mr. Hawkins married Linda L. Burns on September 24, 1994. She survives in their Marion home.

Gerald “Lee” Hawkins is also survived by one daughter: Karla (Tim) Gerstorff, Marion; two grandchildren: John Lee Hawkins, Gas City; Sammi Gerstorff, Marion;
three brothers-Danny (Virginia) Hawkins, Gas City; Bob Hawkins and Tom (Cindy) Hawkins, both of Marion; three sisters: Kitty Montgomery, Marion; Betty Bridenthall and Mary Johnson, both of Florida.

Mr. Hawkins was preceeded in death by two brothers: Howard, Jr. and Richard Hawkins; and two sisters: Mary M. Hawkins and Mary Kate Hawkins.

Visitation for Gerald “Lee” Hawkins will take place from 4 to 8 pm on Thursday January 5, 2012 at the Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Gas City Chapel at 200 North 7th Street in Gas City.

The Funeral Service for Gerald “Lee” Hawkins will take place at 11 am on Friday January 6, 2012 at the Church of God of Prophecy, 906 North 10th Street, Gas City, Indiana with Pastor David A. Morris officiating.  Burial will be in Park Cemetery in Fairmount, Indiana.

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Melba Marie (Enochs) Johnson

January 8, 1934 - January 2, 2012

(Marion) 77 year old Melba Marie (Enochs) Johnson of Marion died on January 2, 2012 at Marion General Hospital. Mrs. Johnson was born in Senecaville, Ohio on January 8, 1934 to the late Ray and Grace (Mallet) Enochs.

Mrs. Johnson is survived by two sons: David E. (Kathy) Johnson, Phoenix, Arizona; Doug E. (Caroline) Johnson, Indianapolis, Indiana; One brother: Stan (Cecile) Enochs,

Marion; three sisters: Mary Church, Pleasant City, Ohio; Rita Southerland, Gas City; Thelma Southerland, Kokomo; three grandchildren-Daniel, Derrick and Erica Johnson; and three great-grandchildren:Dawson, Paige and Dylan.

Melba Marie (Enochs) Johnson was preceded in death by two brothers: Howard and Everett Enochs; two sisters: Lorna Briles and Arlene Ring; one granddaughter: Kelly Johnson.

Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Marion Chapel, 2722 South Washington Street, Marion, Indiana was entrusted with the arrangements.

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Merle B. Lawson

January 21, 1923 - December 23, 2011

(Converse, Indiana) 88 year old Merle B. Lawson died on December 23, 2011 in his residence.  Merle was born on January 21, 1923 in Wabash County to the late Hubert C. and Ada M. (Foster) Lawson.

Mr. Lawson was a crane operator with General Motors for 26 years.  He had operated the family sawmill and trimmed trees in the Converse area.  Merle B. Lawson married Norma Jean Lee on June 19, 1948 and she preceded him in death in 1988. 

He collected antique toys and loved to play cards.  Merle was a member of Converse Church of Christ and the Converse Volunteer Fire Department.  Merle was an accomplished auto and truck mechanic.  He loved to follow the action of the Indianapolis 500 race and attended vintage tractor and steam engine shows.

Mr. Lawson is survived by his daughter Joan (Terry) Larson, Tacoma, Washington; son Barry (Kathleen) Lawson, Marion, Indiana; and grandson Gordon Lawson.

Merle B. Lawson was preceded in death by his parents Hubert C., Ada M. Lawson, and his wife Norma Jean.

Visitation for Merle B. Lawson will take place from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm on Tuesday December 27, 2011 at the Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Larrison-Martin Chapel at 308 East Marion Street, Converse, Indiana.

The Funeral Service for Merle B. Lawson will take place at 2 pm on Wednesday December 28, 2011 at the Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Larrison-Martin Chapel, 308 East Marion Street, Converse, Indiana, with Pastor Thomas Kinnan officiating.

Burial with military honors will take place in Converse Cemetery.

Preferred memorials should go to the Converse Volunteer Fire Department.

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