Jackie "Jack" Ray Sawyer

Jackie "Jack" Ray Sawyer, age 83, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at his home. He was born on April 25, 1941, in Park City, Indiana, to the late Roscoe R. and Christina V. (Morlan) Sawyer. Jack married Julia "Judy" Leah Sawyer on September 27, 1972, at their home in Kokomo, and she passed away on July 24, 2024.

Jack graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor's degree in education. He went on to work for Adler's Seed Co. as a traveling electrician, who worked on grain bins. Jack went on to invest in real estate and started his own business, Sawyer Residential Rentals. He continued to work in his business until his passing. During his down time, he enjoyed traveling, golfing, and watching college basketball. Jack was a board member and trustee at Southside Apostolic Church for 25 years, where he was a long-time member.

He is survived by three daughters, Kimberly (Don) Sawyer, Stephanie (Alexander) Meneely, and Linda Christina Sawyer; seven grandchildren, Aaron Sloan, Matthew Sloan, Joel Andrews, Justin Sawyer, Cody Christenson, and Joenah Meneely; nine great grandchildren; siblings, Merrill (Roberta) Sawyer and Linda Rupe; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding in death is his loving wife, Judy; daughter, Tamara Sloan; three sons, Timothy Sawyer, Barton Sawyer, Bradley Sawyer; sister, Barbara Crooks; and grandson, Travis Sloan.

There will be a time of visitation for Jack on Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 12:00 PM at Southside Apostolic Church, 1716 East Firmin Street, Kokomo, Indiana. Pastor Rev. Keith Mosier will be officiating. Burial will follow to Crown Point Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Jack to Southside Apostolic Church, envelopes will be provided at the church.

Danny Ray Ballew

Danny Ray Ballew, 71, of Marion, Indiana, passed away July 29, 2024. He was born on June 3, 1953, in Atlanta, Georgia, the son of Robert Harold and Henrietta Patsy Ballew.

Danny loved fishing and hunting. He also enjoyed helping out his church, Temple Baptist Church. Most of all he loved spending time with his grandkids.

He is survived by his son, Nicholas (Connie) Ballew; grandchildren, Taylor and Ryan Bales, Chloe and Jackson Ballew; siblings, Donnie (Sheryl) Ballew, Daniel (Melba) Ballew, David Ballew; nieces and nephews, Danielle, Shannon, Stacey, Stephanie, Brian. Danny is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Gwendolyn (Evans) Ballew; and son, Andrew Ray Ballew.

Visitation will take place from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Friday, August 2, 2024, at Temple Baptist Church, 1700 S. Goyer Road, Kokomo, Indiana. Funeral services will begin at 12:00 p.m. Friday, August 9, 2024, at Temple Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery. Share a memory with the family at www.sunsetmemorygarden.com.

Rogelio “Roger” Ordonez Tapnio

Rogelio “Roger” Ordonez Tapnio, 83 years old, of Kokomo, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at his home. He was born in Pampanga, Philippines, on May 2, 1941, the son of the late Emilio Ocampo Tapnio and Geronima (Ordonez) Tapnio. On June 25, 1967, he married Teresita Uy in San Fernando, Philippines, and she survives.

Roger received his medical degree from the University of the East, Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center (UERMMMC) College of Medicine in Manila, Philippines. He had a passion for helping others and served as an Internal Medicine Physician for 37 years. Roger was a devout Catholic man. He was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Kokomo and a member of the Izaak Walton League. He enjoyed watching old country Western shows and Indiana University basketball. Roger was a quiet and reserved man who prioritized time spent with his family.

He was the beloved husband of Teresita U. Tapnio and the loving father of Rogelio U. (Celiza) Tapnio, Raymond Tapnio, and Joel Alexander Tapnio. He was a devoted grandfather to Raphael (Erin) Tapnio and Chloe Tapnio. Rogelio is also survived by his siblings: Teresita Reyna, Luz Tapnio, Lillian Tapnio, Fredesvinda Tan, Renato Tapnio, Dr. Lysandro Tapnio, Eleanor Allen, and Dr. Cezar Tapnio. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Dr. Filipinas Vital, Angelina Tapnio-Mallari; brothers, Emilio Tapnio, Jr., Armando Tapnio.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday August 3, 2024, at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 3155 County Rd. 200 W., Kokomo, IN 46902. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. on Saturday at the church with Rev. Fr. Peter Vanderkolk, the celebrant. Contributions may be made in Roger’s memory to St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.

Paul Alan Jewell

Paul Alan Jewell, 74, of Kokomo, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at his home. He was born on October 7, 1949, the son of the late Albert Boyd and Winifred J. (Butler) Jewell. On October 23, 1993, he married Anna Marlene Voorhis, and she survives.

Paul graduated from Haworth High School in 1969. He proudly served in the United States Army earning the rank Specialist 4th Class. Paul worked for Chrysler for 33 years as a Tool Inspector. In his younger years he worked with special needs children. Paul loved to play golf and to go fishing. When his son Arron started wrestling for Kokomo High School, he picked up videography and continued for 15 years after. Paul was a member of Four-Square Gospel, Grace Community Church, VFW Post 1152, and the Eagles Lodge.

Along with his wife, Anna Jewell, Paul is survived by his children, Arron (Morgan) Stump, and Amber (Patrick) Cage; grandchildren, Bailee Stump, Brady Stump, Berklee Stump, Brylee Stump, Bentley Stump, Royce Cage, Jagger Cage, Alyssa Begley, and Chase Begley; brothers, Charlie (Felicia) Jewell, and Bill (Shirley) Jewell; and several nieces and nephews. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, son, Terry Begley; and siblings, Glen Jewell, Guy Jewell, and Connie Jewell.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & crematory, 1315 W. Lincoln Rd., Kokomo, with Pastor Mike Rush officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Garden Cemetery with military honors being provided by the United States Army and the Kokomo VFW Military Rites Team. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Monday, August 5, 2024, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kokomo High School Wrestling Team. Messages of condolence may be made at www.shirleyandstout.com.

Carmen Maria Duprey

Carmen Maria Duprey, 85, daughter of late Juan Bautista and Isidra Cruz, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 29, 2024. Carmen was a devout wife to Salvador Duprey for 60 years. She was baptized as a Jehovah Witness on August 3, 2019, in Virginia. In 2022 Carmen and her husband relocated to Indiana where she attended Noblesville English Congregation.

Carmen, born in Isabela, Puerto Rico, loved Jehovah, her husband, children, and grandchildren. She enjoyed traveling, crossword puzzles, gardening, cooking, sewing, and spending time with family and friends. Carmen was a passionate soul. She loved life and found much joy in making others happy. She will be greatly missed!

She was preceded in death by her parents, Juan Bautista and Isidra Cruz; daughter, Diana Duprey; Son, Jose Torres; and grandson, Chacka Dwhaj. Left to cherish Carmen's memory are her husband, Salvador Duprey; two daughters, Linda Torres and Jacqueline Torres; a son, Sal Duprey; 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

A visitation to celebrate Carmen's life will be held on Monday, August 5, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home, located at 314 N. Main St. in Tipton. Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home is honored to serve the Duprey family in their time of need.

Roger K. Lucas

Roger K. Lucas, 74, of Rochester, Indiana, passed away July 25, 2024. He was born on May 23, 1950, in Kokomo, IN, the son of J.R. and Mary Eileen Lucas (Kelly).

Roger graduated from Kokomo High School in 1968. He retired from Delco Electronics. Roger was a member of the Elks and Moose in Rochester, IN. He was a past member of the American Legion.

Surviving relatives include two brothers, Gregg K. Lucas of Rochester, IN; Mark K. Lucas of Florida; sister, Ann Wells of Kokomo, IN; nieces, Kelly Susemichel (Mark); Jennifer Williams (Brandon); nephews, Wade Wells; Kurt Lucas; Kent Lucas (Sarah); great nieces, Mackenzie Cox (Kolbie); Tara Schneider; Kaylie Miller (Tristin); Olivia Lucas; great nephews, Kurt Schneider; Brody Williams; great-great nieces, Raegan and Rilynn Cox. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister-in-law Tish Lucas, and brother-in-law Roger Wells.

Memorial Gathering will be 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Sunset Memory Garden Funeral Home 2097 West Alto Road Kokomo, Indiana 46902. Share a memory with the family at www.sunsetmemorygarden.com.

Joseph T. Crousore

Joseph T. Crousore entered Heaven at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 28, 2024. He was surrounded by his loving family, and most importantly he was wrapped in the arms of Jesus.

Joe was born on June 20, 1942, in Kokomo, Indiana, the 10th of 12 children born to Thomas and Hazel (Benzinger) Crousore. He came from humble beginnings, eventually joining the Army National Guard, where he was an honorable sharpshooter and then the United States Marine Corps. While a marine stationed in North Carolina, he met a young woman, Glynda Smith, and they were joined in marriage on January 17, 1964. Joe worked at Kokomo Gas & Fuel Company (NIPSCO) for 32 years, beginning as a laborer and ending as a serviceman.

Joe spent many years as the President of the Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers at KG&F. It was important to him to ensure that the employees made a fair wage and had good benefits. Joe was outspoken and tough, and along with his co-workers, brought about good changes during tough contract negotiations. He loved to bowl, loved to gamble, took up riding a motorcycle after retiring at age 58 years, and was a “go-getter”—his job when he and Glynda traveled for her nursing assignments. He would “take her and go get her” from work and in all the places they traveled to, seemed to always have a breakfast club with contemporaries.

Joe was a Marine to the core. He was the last living charter member of the Marine Corps League in Kokomo and was honored to provide military honors to his brothers and sisters who served our country well.

Joe endeavored to give his children opportunities he never had. He instilled a strong work ethic, sense of patriotism, benevolence to others and humor to his kids. The kids survive, Dea Kent, and Joseph A. Crousore (Kathy Davis), along with Steven Kent, former son-in-law, who remained an important part of the family. His grandchildren are James Cody Kent and Kelly Christina Neal, along with her husband, Michael, William Kent and Brittanie Crousore. Great grandchildren are Raquel Kent, Koralyn Neal and Madden Neal.

Joe was especially proud that he had three nurses to take care of him: Glynda, Dea and Kelly. He was preceded in death by his parents and 8 siblings. City of Firsts Cremation and Funeral Services by Rose and Geiger was entrusted with the arrangements. www.cityoffirstscremations.com​

Beverly Jane (Arnold) Pace

Beverly Jane (Arnold) Pace, 89, of Tipton, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2024, after a short illness. She was born in Tipton on May 14, 1935, to the late Robert Allen and Mary Elizabeth (Phares) Arnold. She graduated from Tipton High School as part of the class of 1953 and on March 7, 1954, married the late George W. Pace, Jr., with whom she had two daughters.

Beverly was a loving daughter, mother, and grandmother. She was a homemaker who went on to work at Tipton County Memorial Hospital, Farmers Loan & Trust Co., and for Richter Chiropractic, from which she retired in 2002. For years, she would get together with her friends from Tipton High School often and help put together class reunions for the Class of ’53. She enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening, interior decorating, IU basketball, and watching her favorite TV shows.

She is survived by her daughters, Kathy (Daniel) Ames of Morton, Illinois, and Pamela Hickman of Tipton; her grandchildren, Ryan (Amy) Ames of Vienna, Virginia, and Megan Ames of Bloomington, Illinois; and her two great-grandchildren Maya Ames and Maxwell Ames. She is also survived by her niece, DeeAnn (Ronnie) Ross, and two nephews, Cary Arnold and Cory Arnold. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents and by her brother, Jerry Arnold of Lapel.

Per Beverly’s wishes, no formal services are planned, and she will be buried in Fairview Cemetery, Tipton. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 681405, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46268. https://www.cancer.org/involved/donate.html, a cause which was close to Beverly’s heart. Young-Nichols Funeral Home is honored to assist the Pace family. Condolences for Bev’s family may be left on her obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.​

James Andrew Vann

James Andrew Vann, age 31, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024, at his residence. He was born on May 20, 1993, in Kokomo to the late John Vann and Tonya Vann, and she survives.

James was the owner and operator of One Man Vann Handyman LLC. He enjoyed fixing everything he could get his hands on. James enjoyed fishing, riding his motorcycle, and karaoke. He also loved animals and had unique pets throughout the years. Above all, he loved his son, Anthony Michael.

He is survived by his son, Anthony Michael Vann; mother, Tonya (Kenneth Reynolds) Vann; siblings, Amber Vann, John Vann, Ashley Meshach, Rebecca Sasser, Fredrick Vann and Caitlin Acker; aunts, Crystal Acker, Jennifer Foster, and Tammara Suttles; uncles, Herman Suttles and Steven Suttles; and many nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death is his fathers, John Vann/ Donald Aldridge; brother, Micheal Vann; his maternal grandparents, Herman and Cindy Suttles; and several uncles. The family is planning a private visitation at a later date.

Doyle Eugene Dowler

Doyle Eugene Dowler, 62, of Kokomo, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital - Kokomo. He was born on January 5, 1962, the son of the late Chuck Dowler and Marietta Charlene (Harner) Evans. On October 22, 2010, he married Robin Pizzo, and she survives.

Doyle worked as a truck driver. He loved to travel from state to state, truck driving, video gaming, and visiting with family. Doyle loved his pets Bella Boo and Sassy.

Along with his wife, Robin Pizzo, Doyle is survived by his children, Joshua Dutra, Travis (Brittany) McDermott, and Misty (Allen) Alldredge; grandchildren, Camren, Elizabeth, Alicia, Kiaria, David, and Allen; siblings, Tessa Dowler, and Mitchell Dowler; cousin, Ed Harner; and nieces and nephews. Doyle was preceded in death by his parents.

In keeping with Doyle's wishes no public services will be held at this time. Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory has been entrusted with cremation.