Anna E. Rudolph, Phyllis “Robin” M. Thomas, Sara Ann (Baden) Edwards, Beverly “Bev” Ann Sartain, Amanda Gayle Clevenger
Anna E. Rudolph
Anna E. Rudolph, 73, passed away June 11, 2026. Born January 27, 1953, in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom, Anna was the youngest of 10 children. Her life was marked by steadfast faith, generous service, and a spirited warmth that drew people in. A resident of Kokomo, Indiana, she will be remembered with deep affection and sincere gratitude by all who were blessed to know her.
Anna’s life was shaped by deep and abiding Catholic faith and by a joyful devotion to God and others. She lived her faith not only in words, but in action, through parish involvement and volunteer service with Guardian Angel Hospice, and she made it a priority to be the “hands and feet of God” by providing love and support by ministering to the hospice patients. In both quiet and visible ways, she offered a selfless steadiness that made others feel valued. She had a rare gift for making people feel special, and she truly never met a stranger.
Anna retired from Delphi Electronics and then continued her life of service through her work with the Kinsey Youth Center. She held a special place in her heart for young people, especially those who had been overlooked or turned away by others, and she found genuine purpose in walking alongside troubled youth with compassion and encouragement. She worked with some of the hardest to love kids, who society wanted to give up on. They were her favorite. She lovingly called them her “Kinsey Kids,” and she was their “Miss Anna,” a name that reflected the trust she inspired and the care she so thoughtfully gave.
She was also known for her spirited personality — an unmistakable firecracker presence — paired with a playful, sometimes mischievous streak that was always accompanied by a twinkle in her eye. Anna brought warmth and laughter into the lives around her, and her thoughtfulness often appeared in small, meaningful gestures, including “sunshine gifts” and countless acts of kindness that were not performed for attention, but offered simply because she cared. She was a giver; a true, loyal friend with whom you could share secrets, inside jokes, and belly-aching laughs. Everything she gave was given without expectation of something in return.
Her hands were rarely still. Anna loved cooking and was an amazing chef. She loved to feed her family and friends and would look for any reason to host a dinner party. She also enjoyed quilting, arts and crafts, knitting, travel, church pilgrimages, and spending time with family and friends, especially all her Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP) sisters. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi, the Serra Club for Vacations, St. Joan of Arc CRHP 2007 & Eucharistic Ministers, and the Daughters of Isabella, organizations where her faithful presence and generous spirit were felt and appreciated.
Anna married her best friend and love of her life “Warrior” Jeffery “Jeff” Rudolph, and her greatest joy was always her family, especially her children and grandchildren, who were the heart of her life. She is survived by her husband Jeffery Rudolph; her son Gary Wilkerson; her daughters Heather McKillip (Matt McKillip) and Lacey Rudolph; her grandchildren Taylor McKillip, Sara McKillip, Alanna Tyson, and William Brown; her brothers Chuck, Thomas, and Francie; her cousin Angela Smith (Tim Smith); her dear friend Diane Kincaid; and numerous beloved family she has in Scotland and England. She was preceded in death by her father Patrick Day; her mother Mary (Murney) Day; her sister Catherine; her brothers John, James, Patrick, Michael, and Billy; her cousin Patricia Greeley; and her dear friend Joan McKillip.
Anna faced life’s challenges with faith and courage. By uniting her earthly struggles with Christ’s own suffering, she transformed them into a witness of love, service, and unwavering faith. Doing so, she became a beautiful example of how suffering can be met with love, courage, and trust in Christ.
As we commend Anna to God, we are reminded of Christ’s invitation: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” Anna answered that call throughout her life by offering rest and kindness to others through faithful service, thoughtful care, and an inspirational example of love in action. “I am the resurrection and the life,” Christ promises, and in that promise, her family and friends find comfort as she is entrusted to eternal peace.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1204 N. Armstrong St., Kokomo, IN 46901. A Funeral Mass will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the church.
The family is deeply grateful for the many caregivers who became instruments of God’s love through their kindness, compassion, and devoted care of Anna.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Anna’s memory to Birthright. https://birthright.org/
Phyllis “Robin” M. Thomas
Phyllis “Robin” M. Thomas, 73, Sharpsville, passed away peacefully June 13, 2026, at home. She was born to the late Dorrell F. and Ruby (Dyer) Reyan. On Sept. 7, 1972, she married Jerry W. Hahn, who passed in 1984. In 1986, she married Daniel R. Thomas.
Robin loved to read and do many crafts, such as cross-stitch, crocheting, and rubber stamping. She was a past member of Eastern Star in Sharpsville. She loved to clog and square dance.
Robin loved being a nana to her two grandchildren but loved being a great nana even more! She is survived by her husband of 38 years, daughter Rion Hahn, grandkids Emily (Ben) Byers and Jared “Emeryon Sol” Barnett, great-grandkids Bethany and Emerson Byers, and her beloved cat Pretty Girl, along with several nieces, nephews, and one sister Gertie Rogers.
Robin is preceded in death by her parents, her first husband Jerry W. Hahn, daughter Elizabeth (Beth) Barnett, brother Charles Ryan, sister Mary Rose Reep, both mothers-in-law, sister-in-law Janice Barnes, brother-in-law Eugene Hahn, along with her beloved dog Cooper.
A funeral service celebrating Robin’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Stout & Son Funeral Home-Sharpsville Chapel, 204 N. Church Street, Sharpsville, with Pastor Kevin Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Sharpsville Cemetery. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, cancer.org, or Guardian Angel Hospice, guardianangelhospice.com. Messages of condolence may be made at www.stoutandson.com.
Sara Ann (Baden) Edwards
Sara Ann (Baden) Edwards, 69, of Russiaville, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026, at her home. She was born on September 27, 1956, the daughter of Fred H. Baden and Patsy N. (Nugent) Corley. On May 26, 1979, she married Steve Edwards in New Castle, IN, and he survives.
Sara was a 1975 graduate of Pineville High School in Louisiana. She studied Psychology and Sociology with a minor in Religious Education at Mid America Nazarene University and graduated in 1979. She worked at Western Primary School as a teacher’s aide for 10 years and owned Fruitflowers for seven years. Sara was a member of One Church and participated in church activities such as VBS, Sunday School, choir, and was active in the youth group. She also volunteered at the Pregnancy Resource Center. Sara loved to laugh, work on computers, sing, cook her Louisiana gumbo, and enjoyed fishing. Most of all, Sara loved spending time with her family.
Along with her husband Steve, she is survived by her daughters Carla Edwards and Mandy (Ethan) Lowry; stepson Brian Kashman; brothers Mark (Kathy) Baden and Tony (Ludie) Baden; 14 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and stepfather Terrell Corley.
She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings Gary Baden, Leah Baden, and Andrea Broussard.
A funeral service celebrating Sara’s life will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, June 18, 2026, at One Church, 2734 S. Washington Street, Kokomo, with Dr. Garey A. Miller officiating. Burial in Albright Cemetery will follow. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo. The family wishes to thank Elara Hospice for the excellent care they gave to Sara. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pregnancy Resource Center or One Church: Missions Department. Messages of condolences may be made at www.shirleyandstout.com.
Beverly “Bev” Ann Sartain
Beverly “Bev” Ann Sartain, 94, of Greentown, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at her home. She was born on November 29, 1931, the daughter of Elden and Viola (Lyons) Tygart. On October 21, 1950, she married R. L. Sartain at Meridian Street Christian Church in Greentown, IN. R. L. preceded her in death on September 12, 1994.
Bev was a 1950 graduate of Greentown High School. She retired from Delco Electronics after 31 years and was a member of the UAW Local 292. She also worked at Smithy’s (Naomi & Walace) Highway Cafe and the Greentown Elevator. Bev was a member of Jerome Christian Church and the Greentown Research Club. She enjoyed traveling with her sister Sue Flook and daughters Jill and Julie, and good friends Janet Zook Wiles, Shirley Howell, and Frank Gaines. She enjoyed time with her dog Teddy. Beverly was a huge animal lover and had several pets throughout her life. Teddy was her bichon frise and was treated as her child. Teddy will miss her dearly.
Bev is survived by her sisters Sue Flook and Connie (Gus) Grismore; brother Terry Tygart; children Jill (Tommy Williams) Quackenbush, Julie Sartain, and Joe (Linda) Sartain; daughter-in-law Toga Sartain; stepson Christopher (Ivy) Sartain; grandchildren Brian Quackenbush, Barry Quackenbush, Brandi (David) Lawhorn, Breann McCorkle, Ryan Wingate, Rachel Wingate, Natalie Wingate, Nicole (Dakota) Harris, Michelle Sargent, David Vice, and Andreia (Davy) Varnel; great-grandchildren Brian Scott, Gavin, Tyler, Ethan, Teagan, Emma Grace, Gia, Gracely, Easton, Josiah, Beverly, Jeffrey, Jaylen, Kehalni, Coady, Lexie, Wesley, Isaiah, Ayden, Amira, Alaya, Koa, and Kobe.
Along with her husband R.L., she was preceded in death by her parents; son Jeffrey Sartain; brother-in-law Don Flook; sister-in-law Susie Tygart; granddaughter-in-law Rhonda Quackenbush; grandparents Ray & Grace Lyons and William and Rosa Tygart; grandson Kiona Sartain; and great-grandchildren Linsey Quackenbush, Autumn Vice-Cox, and Gabriel Quackenbush.
A funeral service celebrating Bev’s life will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, June 19, 2026, at Jerome Christian Church, 9535 County Road E., 100 S., Greentown, IN 46936. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, June 19, 2026, at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kokomo Humane Society or the American Cancer Society. Messages of condolences may be made at www.hasler-stout.com.
Amanda Gayle Clevenger
Amanda Gayle Clevenger, age 43, of Marion, Indiana, passed away on June 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family in the same community where she was born on October 29, 1982. She lived a life marked by adventure, optimism, and selflessness, and she leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire all who knew and loved her.
Amanda was born in Marion to Gale and Lynda Clevenger, and from the beginning, she carried a spirit that was both strong and compassionate. She grew into a woman who met life with courage and purpose, never afraid to keep moving forward and never unwilling to lend a helping hand. Her life was a reminder that the way we treat others matters, and that kindness, when given freely, can leave a lasting mark on the world.
She graduated from Mississinewa High School with the class of 2001, and she carried the lessons of hard work and determination with her throughout her life. Amanda devoted herself to caring for others, working as a CNA in home health and hospice, where her gentle heart and steady presence brought comfort to many. She also served as a bookkeeper for her husband’s business, showing the same reliability and dedication in her work that she showed in every part of her life. Even after her time in hospice care, some of her patients still reached out to her, a true reflection of the deep impression she made and the trust she earned.
Amanda was a Christian, and her faith was part of the foundation that guided her through life. She lived with a spirit that reflected grace, strength, and hope, and she faced each day with the kind of determination that encourages others to keep going. Amanda fought for the last few years through several terminal illnesses. She was so determined and fought hard. She did not simply go through life. She lived it with intention, with heart, and with a willingness to serve.
She found joy in the things that made her feel alive and connected to the people she loved. She enjoyed classic cars, going to races, driving her El Camino, and spending time boating and fishing with her dad. These moments were more than hobbies. They were memories built on love, laughter, and shared time. Amanda also found fulfillment in helping people and caring for them, and that gift was one of the clearest expressions of who she was. She had a natural way of making others feel seen, valued, and supported.
Amanda is survived by her sons Tyler Dilts, Jayden Wilkins, and Aiden Wilkins, her daughters Ashlyn Wilkins and Averionna Wilkins, her granddaughter Raelynn Wilkins, her brother Chad Clevenger, and her spouse Gabe Wilkins. She is also survived by her grandmothers Jean Clevenger and Sandra Burchett, along with numerous loving cousins who will carry her memory in their hearts. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers John Clevenger and Ed Burchett and her aunts Rhonda Cox and Karla Jones.
Amanda’s life teaches a powerful lesson. It reminds us that a meaningful life is not measured only by years, but by the love we give, the people we help, and the strength we show along the way. She was adventurous enough to embrace life, optimistic enough to believe in better days, and selfless enough to put others before herself. Those qualities will continue to echo in the lives of her family, friends, and all who were blessed to know her.
Though her earthly journey has ended, Amanda’s influence remains. Her love lives on in her children and granddaughter, her kindness lives on in the people she cared for, and her spirit lives on in every memory shared by those who cherished her. Her life was a testament to perseverance, compassion, and the quiet power of a giving heart. May her memory continue to encourage others to live boldly, love deeply, and care generously, just as she did.
City of Firsts Cremation and Funeral Services by Rose and Geiger was entrusted with the arrangements. www.cityoffirstscremations.com