Obituary

James A. Ash, 76, of La Porte, IN passed away peacefully at home with family by his side, on Thursday, May 23, 2024. He is survived by his children, James Ash Jr. and Michelle (Samuel) Schmid, grandchildren, Tyler Ash; Jacob (Gabbie) Merton; Gregorio Ash and Samson Ash, great grandchildren, Aubree Merton; Winter Merton; Madison Merton; Kennedy Merton; and a sister, Charlotte Middleton. James was preceded in death by his parents, Vernal and Maxine Ash (maiden Robinson), and siblings, George Ash; Vernal "Butch" Ash; Phyllis Ash-Stephens, and Marilyn Ash-Wolford.    

Ronald K. McClanahan of Cedar Lake, Indiana passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024. He is survived by his daughters, Alexandria McClanahan and Alyssa McClanahan, grandchildren, Gaige; Emmersyn; Charlotte; Violet; Cashton and Easton, sisters, Kelly McClanahan and Rene McClanahan, niece Kennedy, nephew, Tony, and great nieces, Finnley and Zariah. Preceded in death by his parents; Morris McClanahan and Joan Manifold-Ellis, niece Mandi Johnson and nephew Justin Johnson. Ronald will be remembered as one of those faithful Chicago Bears fans that we here in 'the region' know very well -  true

Jeffrey R. DeLay (69), of Brook, Indiana passed away unexpectedly, on May 17, 2024. He was born in Rensselaer, Indiana on February 12, 1955. Jeff is a graduate of South Newton High School, class of 1973. He also attended Purdue University. Jeff was an extremely talented gardener. He enjoyed playing golf, fishing (especially ice fishing), and mushroom hunting. He also enjoyed helping others when he could, even after death. His organs were donated through the Indiana Donor Network. Jeff most enjoyed spending time with his only child. They raised livestock

Richard L. Hoekstra, 66, of Highland, IN passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 12, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Cindi Hoekstra, children, Richard (Liz) Hoekstra; Bradley (Ashleigh) Hoekstra, and Kathryn Hoekstra, grandchildren, Brooklyn Hoekstra; Bailey Hoekstra; Carter Nash and Charlotte Hoekstra. A private Celebration of Life will be held in Richard's honor.