Anna P. Ramberger, Glenda Carol Estep-Welcher, Richard "Richie" Ziegler, Donald “Don” Eugene Freet
Anna P. Ramberger
Anna P. Ramberger, age 84, passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at her residence. Anna was born on March 21, 1941, in Rockport, Indiana, to the late James C. and Dorothy (Goodman) McKasson. She married Roy Ramberger on March 22, 1958, in Kentucky, and he survives.
Anna retired from Delco Electronics and was a member of UAW Local #292. She enjoyed spending time with her family, crocheting, and bowling. Anna was in the 500 and 600 Club as well as served as league secretary for several years.
She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years Roy, children Teresa Roe, Chris (Kim) Ramberger, Randy (Ralene) Ramberger, and Bryan Ramberger, brother James K. (Sharon) McKasson, sister-in-law Linda McKasson, grandchildren Kara (Mason) Glunt, Christy (Shawn) Means, Shawna (T.J.) Zeiser, Lauren (Justin) Allen, Kristy Gan, Tasha Pitcher, Steven Pitcher, Jennifer (Jeffrey) Dillman, Randy M. (Stephanie) Ramberger, Whitney (Zach) Adkins, and Jeremy Ramberger, great-grandchildren Zach Means, Owen Means, Ethan Zeiser, Emma Zeiser, Evan Zeiser, Brooklyn Allen, Piper Allen, Jackson Dillman, Bella Ramberger, Ava Ramberger, Shyla Ramberger, Kayleigh, Aston, and Jayden Moreland, Maddix Moreland, Maddox Riley, and one on the way, Baby Glunt.
Preceded in death are her parents, brother Roger McKasson, granddaughter Lisa Adams, and grandson Levi Pitcher.
There will be a visitation for Anna on Monday, August 4, 2025, from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 1:00 PM at Ellers Main Chapel, 725 South Main Street, Kokomo. Burial will follow to Albright Cemetery. Pastor Jackie Varnell will be officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in Anna's memory to the American Cancer Society. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home.
Glenda Carol Estep-Welcher
Glenda Carol Estep-Welcher, 82, of Kokomo, passed away at 3:07 a.m. on Friday, August 1, 2025, at Century Villa Healthcare in Greentown. She was born on June 20, 1943, the daughter of Hobert and Evelyn (Bright) Blackburn. On August 27, 1964, she married Thomas Milton Estep in Jonesville, VA, who preceded her in death on September 28, 1999. On June 20, 2003, she married Neal Welcher in Sevierville, TN, who preceded her in death on January 25, 2021.
Glenda was a homemaker and was a member of the Southside Apostolic Church. She enjoyed socializing and going to Bingo nights.
She is survived by her children Donna (Dicky) Shackleford and Bill (Ann) Estep; stepson Todd (Jan) Welcher; grandchildren Jessica Estep, Chris Shackleford, and Lacey (Amanda) Wheat; and four great-grandchildren.
Along with her spouses, she was preceded in death by her parents, grandson Justin Shackleford, and sister Diane Hubbs.
A funeral service celebrating Glenda’s life will be held at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Southside Apostolic Church, 1716 E. Firmin St. Kokomo, IN 46902, with Pastor Keith Mosier officiating. Burial will take place in Crown Point Cemetery. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 10 a.m. to the time of the service on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, donate.cancer.org. Shirley & Stout Funeral Homes & Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.
Richard "Richie" Ziegler
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard ‘Richie’ Ziegler, a man whose life was defined by hard work, consistency, and quiet resilience. Richie believed in showing up, putting in the effort, and handling what needed to be done, without shortcuts.
He was born in Tipton on February 17, 1960, to Richard Francis and Clarianna (Thompson) Ziegler.
Richie worked for decades at Chrysler, where he was known for his reliability and steady presence on the factory floor. He took pride in his work and never shied away from a tough job or long hours. Outside of work, Richie could always be found tending to his animals. Horses, goats, cats — sometimes more, sometimes fewer — he always had something to feed or fence to mend. Taking care of livestock wasn’t a hobby for Richie; it was just what he did, day in and day out. Evenings were spent in the barn or pasture, handling chores with the same no-nonsense approach he brought to everything else in life. He had an instinctive way with animals, especially his latest love, Dozer, who was by his side until the very end.
He is survived by those who knew and respected him, and by the routines and responsibilities he handled with quiet dedication. His loving family includes his daughter Megan Friend and husband Shawn, Richie’s siblings Lynette Johnson, Melanie Heron, and Michele Gates and husband Jamey, and his grandchildren Isabelle, Rowan, and Rhys Friend, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Richie was preceded in death by his parents Clarianna and Dick.
Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery in Tipton. No services are planned. Young-Nichols Funeral home is honored to assist the Ziegler family in their time of need.
Memorial donations may be made to the Tipton County Humane Society, P.O. Box 237, Tipton, Indiana, 46072.
Rest easy, Richie—you earned it.
Donald “Don” Eugene Freet
Donald “Don” Eugene Freet, 73, of Kokomo, passed away at 7:19 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent, Kokomo. He was born on October 21, 1951, in LaPorte, IN, the son of Venus and Ellen (Leiter) Freet. On August 21, 1998, he married Charlene Joy Ellinger in Rochester, IN, and she survives.
Don was a truck driver for 20 years. He loved the outdoors, fishing, camping, and taking drives in the country.
Along with his wife Charlene, of 27 years, he is survived by his son Donnie (Brenda) Freet Jr. of Fulton, IN; bonus daughter Amanda Kay DeSonia of Rochester, IN; brother Jerry Freet of San Antonio, Texas; grandchildren Heather Freet, Dustin Freet, Kaylee DeSonia, and Joshua Desonia; great-grandchildren Braydon, Cyrus, Nora, and Avery Freet; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law Rick & Maxine Bakian of Etna Green, IN.
Shirley & Stout Funeral Homes & Crematory have been entrusted with cremation. Messages of condolence may be left at www.shirleyandstout.com.