Marian Janeen Patterson, Jameson Samuel Young, Michael Ray Tipton, Byron Frederick Prahm, Steven Hornbrook, Randy Craig “RC” Mix, Mary Ann Sitzes
Marian Janeen Patterson
Mrs. Marian Janeen Patterson passed away on May 14, 2026, at the age of 74. She was born on November 12, 1951.
Visitation for Marian will take place on Saturday, May 23, from 9-11 a.m. at Wayman Chapel AME Church, 920 N. Apperson Way. A funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. at the church.
N.L. Bluitt Jr. Funeral Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.
Jameson Samuel Young
Jameson Samuel Young, 59, passed away May 18, 2026, in Parkersburg, WV.
Jameson was born August 13, 1966, the second youngest child of Hubert and Susanne Young. He graduated from Kokomo High School in 1984. He has been with the love of his life and soul mate Brenda Helms since 2007.
Above all else, Jameson loved people. Making friends, reuniting with friends, and connecting with people brought him immense joy. He lived to make people laugh, to brighten their day, and to simply put a smile on one’s face. He had the gift of asking unique questions that pulled people into deeper sharing and connection.
He loved music, all kinds and all eras. He was old enough to have seen all the great bands live and was timeless enough to have tickets to an upcoming Billy Strings concert. He loved the Grateful Dead, the Allman Brothers, Stevie Ray Vaughn, and Van Morrison; country artists like Junior Brown and too many jazz artists to mention. Music put a smile on his face and energy in his soul like nothing else.
Jameson was a compassionate servant, in recent years eulogizing at funerals and being a caretaker to friends in need. He loved being a help to others in any way he could.
Jameson brought a joyous and compelling zeal, passion, and charisma to life that infected those around him. His energy and love will be profoundly missed.
He is survived by life partner Brenda Helms of Parkersburg, WV, and siblings Darvan, Marlon, and Brady Young of Parkersburg, WV, and Morgan (Sandra) Young of Kokomo, IN. He is survived by two nephews Taylor and Christian Young of Anderson IN, niece Meghan Young of Indianapolis, IN, and nephew Slater (Alyssa) Young of Greentown, IN.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 23, at 1:00 PM at Leavitt Funeral Home, Parkersburg WV. The family will receive friends Friday, May 22, from 5-7 PM.
Michael Ray Tipton
Michael Ray Tipton, 69, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away at his home on May 19, 2026. He was born on June 30, 1956, in Greenville, Texas, to the late Denzil Wayne Tipton and Bobbie Jean Bowman.
Michael was a hardworking man who dedicated many years to construction as both an owner and worker. He took great pride in his work and was known for his strong work ethic and generous spirit. Outside of work, Michael enjoyed collecting antiques, fishing, camping, and spending cherished time with his family. He also enjoyed fishing, camping, and relaxing with a cold beer now and then while making memories with those he loved most.
Michael was of the Methodist faith and attended White Drive Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents Denzil Wayne Tipton and Bobbie Jean Bowman; the love of his life Terry Pearson; his brother Steven Tipton; and his sister Deborah Burns.
He is survived by his children Angie Martin of Austin, Texas, Kyla Hayes and husband Raymond of Batesville, Arkansas, Heather Marquez of Kokomo, Indiana, and Joey Ulerick and wife ShaIra of Kokomo, Indiana; his grandchildren Martin Marquez, Katelynn Edington, Madison Edington, Justin Carmona, Dakota Watts, Taighlar Watts, Desteny Marroquin, Reagan Hayes, Dayton Dixon, and Malaysia Marquez; one great-grandchild Kolsen Watts; one brother Gary Wayne Tipton of Batesville, Arkansas; one sister Tamara Sneed of Ash Flat, Arkansas; along with many other relatives and friends who will deeply miss him.
Michael will be remembered for his love of family, his hardworking nature, and the simple joys he found in life. His memory will forever be treasured by all who knew and loved him.
There will be a celebration of Michael’s life on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, beginning at 3 PM at Harbor Lights Temple in Batesville, AR.
Byron Frederick Prahm
Byron Frederick Prahm passed on May 19, 2026, at the age of 91.
Visitation will be held at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church Kokomo, 3155 County Road S, 200 W, Kokomo, IN 46902, on May 27, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at the same location on May 27, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
Burial will take place at Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery, 2097 West Alto Road, Kokomo, IN 46902, on May 27, 2026, at 12:15 p.m.
Steven Hornbrook
Steven Hornbrook, age 61, of Paris, Illinois, passed away at 7:27 PM on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Horizon Health, Paris Community Hospital.
Visitation will be from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Stewart and Carroll Funeral Home. Funeral service will immediately follow at the funeral home with Teresa Ford Viramontez officiating. Burial will take place in Edgar Cemetery.
Steven was born on November 1, 1964, in Paris, Illinois, to Robert and Mary (McDaniel) Hornbrook. Steven was preceded in death by his parents and his granddaughter Brooklynn Hornbrook. He married Jennifer Ford, and she survives.
Steven worked for Simonton Windows for 25 years. He was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, New York Yankees, and Chicago Bulls. He also enjoyed spending time fishing but above all loved spending time with his grandkids and family.
He is survived by his wife Jennifer Hornbrook of Paris, Illinois; his children Brandon Hornbrook (Cyndy) of Terre Haute, Indiana, Steven Hornbrook II of Paris, Illinois, Michelle Hornbrook (Jay) of Kokomo, Indiana, Benjamin Hornbrook (Caileahanne) of Kokomo, Indiana, Ashley Hornbrook (Dustin) of Brocton, Illinois, Julian Hornbrook of Paris, Illinois, and Marley Hornbrook of Paris, Illinois; many grandchildren; his siblings Cathy Catterson of Paris, Illinois, Jack Hornbrook of Terre Haute, Indiana, Larry Hornbrook (Peggy) of Paris, Illinois, and Paul Hornbrook of Paris, Illinois, and several nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
For more information and online condolences please visit www.stewartandcarrollfuneralhome.com
Randy Craig “RC” Mix
Randy Craig “RC” Mix, 64, of Galveston, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2026, after an extended illness, surrounded by people who loved him, at his sister’s home. He was born June 8, 1961, in Kokomo to Harold “Sonny” and Velda L. (Sitzes) Mix. Randy was a 1979 graduate of Lewis Cass High School in Walton, Indiana.
Randy loved classic cars, ‘70s and ‘80s Rock ‘n’ Roll, Mountain Dew, and Marlboros. Q95 was his favorite radio station to listen to as he pinstriped and detailed cars at Mix’s Auto Sales in Kokomo and Galveston. Randy loved plowing snow and also striping the lawn as he mowed. Randy also enjoyed watching old Westerns, the Rockford Files and Murder She Wrote. He was also a jokester.
He is survived by his sister Kathy and husband Rob Newsome of Muncie and nephew Ryan and wife Corrynn Mix of Kokomo. He is also survived by great nieces Ellie and Emersyn and great nephew Leo, a special aunt Carol Sitzes, along with several cousins from Indiana, Arkansas and Florida. Randy is also survived by children he raised as his own: Timothy Armfield, Craig Roupe, Lacee Roupe, Lexcee Roupe, and Ashlee Armfield; his faithful dog and companion Annabelle; in addition to special nieces Caylie “Bug” Newsome and Mackenzie Newsome (Jaren Simmons) and great nephew Treyton. Randy also leaves behind several close friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Harold Jr., and several aunts and uncles.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 30, 2026, in the Galveston Cemetery, with Hospice Chaplain Allen Rawlins officiating. No visitation is planned.
Murray Weaver Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. www.murrayweaverfuneralhome.com
Mary Ann Sitzes
Mary Ann Sitzes, 78, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on May 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Mary was born on December 29, 1947, in Clinton, Tennessee, to Emmet Earlo Herin and Alvilda Williams Hutchison. When she was young, her family moved from Tennessee to Indiana, where she attended church and met the love of her life Leonard Leo Sitzes. Mary graduated from Kokomo High School in 1966. Later that same year, she and Leonard were married on October 29, 1966, in Kokomo, Indiana. Together, they shared nearly 60 wonderful years of marriage, raising their family in a home rooted in faith and filled with love and laughter.
For more than 20 years, she faced each day with a smile, trusting that the Lord would see her through every prognosis given to her. And He did. She never hesitated to share her testimony and inspired everyone she met. Mary’s life reflected kindness, strength, and compassion. She was the kind of person who cared for everyone. Whether through a comforting conversation, or simply being there when someone needed her, Mary made people feel loved and welcome.
Her grandsons lovingly dubbed her the Queen of the World. That’s exactly who she was to her family. And her family was her greatest joy in life. She cherished every moment spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and she leaves behind countless memories that will forever be treasured. Her love was steady, selfless, and unconditional — the kind of love that continues long after goodbye.
Mary is survived by her devoted husband Leonard Sitzes; her son Michael Sitzes (Tashia); her daughter Gina Morris (Hank); her sister Rosie Scott; her grandchildren Ayla Sadler, Christopher Cochran, Clara Melvin, Faith Sitzes, Joshua Cochran, Christopher Morris, and Rylie Varner; seven great-grandchildren; and her loyal dog Sophie Grace.
She was preceded in death by her parents Emmet Earlo Herin and Alvilda Hutchison; her sisters Ruby Geneva Masavage and Marie Inez Cox; and her brother Ernest Earlo Herin Sr.
Mary was laid to rest on May 13, 2026, at McGee Chapel Cemetery in Glenallen, Missouri. Though her family’s hearts are heavy with loss, her love remains with them. They find comfort in knowing Mary’s faith was strong, and they will be reunited in Heaven. She is deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever carried in the hearts of all who knew her.