Ryan Christopher Marks, Bailey Idress Luree Smith, Kim DeLano Burton, Frances (Frannie) Josephine Prahm, Ramona Ann Daniels, Brandi Lee Roberts, Phillip Joe Tidler, Kerry Lee Land, Carolyn A. Lindsay

Ryan Christopher Marks

Ryan Christopher Marks, 33, of Kokomo, passed away Monday, September 8, 2025. He was born January 8, 1992, in Rochester, Indiana. He married Tara T. King on July 8, 2018, and she survives.

Ryan graduated from Plymouth High School and was currently working as a journeyman in construction. He enjoyed fishing, playing his guitar, and spending time with his children.

Surviving family include his wife Tara Marks of Kokomo; his children Quincey and Caius Marks at home; his mother Rachel (Randy) Hartman of Kokomo; his father Chris (Jennifer) Marks; siblings Essie (Eman) Monge of Goshen, IN, and Kayla (Clint) Marks of Oceanside, CA; aunt Darlene (Justin) Spears of Pendleton, IN; aunt Reanna (Keith) Traxler of Rolling Prairie, IN; uncle William Buckley; grandparents Wanda Dugard, Velma Hartman, Connie (Doug) Marks, and Linda (Mike) Burger; mother-in-law Sheryl Williams; father-in-law Gordon King; great aunts Rita (Bill) Long and Donna (Greg) Stiles; cousins Kyle (Nicole) Bedics, Travis (DJ) Fugate, Haley Traxler, Aiden Traxler, Brody Traxler, and Austin (Ashley) Traxler; nephews Emery Monge and Chris and Robert Williams; and second cousins Sydney Traxler, Ryleigh Hickey, Joseph Bedics, and Jade Fugate. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers Joseph Dugard and Glen Hartman, his great-grandparents Lavotis (Calloway) Minix and Emma Jean Mulkey; and nephew Christopher Williams.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Gabe Contreras officiating. Burial will follow in Galveston Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 12:00 noon until service time prior to services at the funeral home.

Murray Weaver Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. www.murrayweaverfuneralhome.com

Bailey Idress Luree Smith

Bailey Idress Luree Smith, 31, Brazil, passed away at 8:04 p.m. Monday, September 8, 2025, at St. Vincent Clay Hospital. She was born August 26, 1994, in Kokomo to Steve and Tammie (Greenwood) Meadows. On March 17, 2022, she married Joseph Smith, and he survives.

Bailey, beloved mother, wife, daughter, granddaughter, and friend, has gone far too soon. She was a woman of fierce love, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion who brought joy to her family. Cooking, baking, motorcycle rides with her husband and dad, “shop therapy” with her mom, singing, and trips to the beach were just a few of the many things she enjoyed. Above all, she cherished time spent with her family, and cared deeply for them all, including a large extended family and cousins who were some of her lifelong best friends.

From childhood, Bailey was smart, stubborn, beautiful, vibrant, and tenacious. She filled her brothers’ lives with laughter, mischief, and stories that will be told for years to come. That same fire and resilience carried her through the challenges of life. She overcame significant struggles with depression and anxiety in her teens, and earlier this year, she fought courageously and won her battle with pancreatic neuroendocrine cancer.

Her greatest joy was being a mother and wife. She delighted in baking with Preslie, playing video games with Moxen and Joe, and swimming each summer in Gigi and Pa’s pool. Alongside Jaylenn, her bonus child, they were her heart and her world.

Bailey persevered through college coursework, paving the way to her career as a medical coder while maintaining a warm and loving home. With her loyal dog Luna by her side or on her lap, she poured herself into work, family, and her home with determination and care.

She is survived by her husband Joseph Smith; parents Steve (Angie) Meadows and Tammie Greenwood; children Moxen Smith, Preslie Smith, and Jaylenn Bellow; brothers Ben (Lauren) Meadows and Eli (Natalie) Meadows; grandparents Bob (Sharlene) Greenwood and Darrell and Mary Meadows; niece Leighton and nephews Teddy and Wyatt; father and mother-in-law Rob and Annette Smith; grandparents-in-law Bob and Patty Smith; and uncle and aunt-in-law Jeff and Jenny Smith and family.

She was preceded in death by her grandma Patsy Greenwood.

Though Bailey’s time here was far too short, her legacy of fierce love, courage, and laughter lives on in her children, her family, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Services celebrating Bailey’s life will be at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory, 1315 West Lincoln Road, with Rick Duffer officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made at https://gofund.me/c9acb2eeb. Contributions are appreciated as well as floral gifts of sunflowers. Messages of condolence may be submitted at www.shirleyandstout.com.

Kim DeLano Burton

Kim DeLano Burton, age 67, of Peru, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. Kim was born in Kokomo, IN, on September 4, 1958, to Franklin and Sue (Polston) Burton. He attended and graduated from Northwestern High School, going on to attend Purdue University, majoring in Industrial Management, and minoring in Industrial Engineering. He retired from Miami Cass REMC, working as the Director of Member Services.

Kim was a beloved, dedicated member of his community, and he supported many causes. He served Indiana Youth Bowling for 20+ years, as well as the Indiana Masters & Queens Tournament as a Co-Tournament Director, Conference Director for Indiana High School Bowling, Maconaquah Girls’ Bowling Teams, and the Saturday Youth League. He was involved in youth programs through the REMC, 4-H Electric Program/Sponsoring and Judging, the Indiana Youth Tour, Camp Kilowatt, and doing safety demonstrations for fourth graders. He loved his marching Braves and invested time into the Maconaquah Marching Band, working the concession stand and helping build props for their shows, as well as serving as the Booster President. Kim was an avid Boston Red Sox and Boston Celtics fan. He enjoyed traveling and seeing different Major League Baseball stadiums. He was a member of various organizations, including the Peru Lion's Club, Peru Rotary Club, Peru Moose Lodge, and the Kokomo Bowling League.

Of all his interests, his family was his greatest love and No. 1 priority. He attended many bowling, baseball, and softball games and tournaments, in addition to following the band around to their various competitions. He really loved following his grandchildren's activities. Kim is survived by his wife Chrystal Norman Burton, married for 44 years; daughter Jennifer (Patrick) Evans; son Matthew (Amy) Burton; daughter Mary (Adam) Pherson; mother Sue Burton; sister Cheryl (Damon) Hale; brothers-in-law Charles Norman and Carl (Debbie) Norman; grandchildren Ashleigh Evans, Devin Evans, Madisyn Evans, Brooklyn Pherson, Alexander Pherson, Gabriel Evans, Kara Burton, Ivy Pherson, and Levi Burton; as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father Franklin Burton; brother Gregory Burton; his maternal and paternal grandparents; and granddaughter Emma Burton, along with sister-in-law Cheryl Schwuchow.

A visitation for Kim will be held Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at with Ellers Mortuary and Cremation Center, 3400 S. Webster Street, Kokomo, IN 46902, as well as Monday, September 15, 2025, from noon until time of the funeral service at 1:00 PM. Kim will be entombed immediately after the funeral service at Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery, 2097 W. Alto Road, Kokomo, IN 46902. Pastor Kent Kessler with the Hillsdale Community Church will officiate.

Donations can be made to Hillsdale Community Church - Kokomo, IN.

Frances (Frannie) Josephine Prahm

Frances (Frannie) Josephine Prahm, 88, of Kokomo, passed away on September 9, 2025, at her residence. She was born to the late Oswald King and Anna (Wilson) Weaver on September 27, 1936, in Albany, New York. Frannie married Byron on January 10, 1959, in Troy, New York, and he survives.

Frannie graduated from Saint Augustine’s School and Catholic Central High School, both located in Troy, New York. After that, she went to Saint Peter’s Hospital School of Nursing in Albany, NY, to earn her R.N. During her nursing career, she worked at eight hospitals in four states as she and Byron moved around the world during his military career. In 1969, while Byron was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia, she became certified as a surgical operating room nurse and then went to work for the well-known orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jim Andrews. After she and Byron relocated to Kokomo, IN, she continued her career in the operating room at St. Joseph Hospital in Kokomo until her retirement. She was a member of the Association of Operating Room Nurses, the Orthopedic Nurses Association of Georgia, and Certified Nurses of the Operating Room.

Byron’s career also took them to India where Frannie learned to play golf, taught yoga, and briefly tried horseback riding.

During retirement, together with Byron, she was a member of a very special group of friends self-named the “Romeos and Juliets.” Many fun times were had lunching together on Wednesdays as well as celebrating birthdays and anniversaries.

Frannie was a devout Catholic and long-time parishioner of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church.

She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years Byron; brother Oswald King Weaver, of New Fairfield, CT; and 16 nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death are her parents; sisters Anne (Phil) Oby, Marilyn (Ray) Myers, and Connie (Erwin) Kelly; sister-in-law Patricia Weaver; sister-in-law Linda Cole; and brother-in-law Deny Cole.

Visitation for Frannie will be on Tuesday, September 16, from 9:30 AM until the time of Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 AM at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 3155 County Road S 200 W, Kokomo, with Rev. Fr. Chris Shocklee celebrating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery.

Ramona Ann Daniels

With deep sorrow and abiding love, we announce the passing of Ms. Ramona Ann Daniels, who departed this life on September 8, 2025. Born on February 16, 1957, Ramona lived a life marked by grace, strength, and unwavering faith. Her presence was a blessing to all who knew her, and her legacy will continue to inspire generations.

Visitation for Ramona will take place from 10-11 a.m. on Fri., Sept. 19, at Mt. Pisgah Missionary Baptist Church, 1599 E. Sycamore St. A funeral service for Ramona will follow from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the church.

N.L. Bluitt, Jr., Funeral Chapel, Inc., was entrusted with the arrangements. www.bluittandson.com​

Brandi Lee Roberts

Brandi Lee Roberts, 44, Kokomo, passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at her home. She was the daughter of Robert F. “Sammy” Ewing and Valerie Lee (Wiezbenski) Harrison, born on February 28, 1981.

Brandi graduated from Kokomo High School in 1999. She worked for Chrysler Corporation for 11 years. Before working, she stayed at home raising her family. She enjoyed thrifting, fishing, gardening, and rooting for the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame. Brandi loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Brandi is survived by her mother Valerie; life partner Joshua Burroughs; children Brandon (Shelby) Roberts, Hannah Roberts (Jewelyin Williams), Lillian Roberts, and Cameron Roberts; grandchildren Remington Roberts and Baylor Williams; siblings Andrew (Reanna) Harrison, Joseph (Mimi) Ewing, Megan (Jason) Harner, Nicole (Anthony) Burton, and Nicholas Ewing; many nieces and nephews; and the father of her children Matthew Roberts.

She was preceded in death by her father Sammy and sister Dusty Ewing.

Friends are invited to visit the family from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo. Brandi will be laid to rest in Kokomo Memorial Park Cemetery. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.

Phillip Joe Tidler

Phillip Joe Tidler, 85, of Tipton, and formerly of Rotonda West, Florida, died peacefully in his sleep at The Waters of Tipton on Sunday, September 7, 2025. He was born on November 13, 1939, in Tipton to Charles and Ruth (Lewis) Tidler.

Joe graduated from Tipton High school in 1958. He married Sue Carter Tidler on Oct 19, 1963, at Kempton Christian Church in Kempton. They were together until Sue passed in 2019. Joe served in the U.S. Navy from 1958-1961. He worked for Delco Remy until 1985. Joe enjoyed being outside and loved fishing, but his real passion was archery.

Surviving are his two daughters and sons-in-law Carri and Christian Randler of Whiteland and Lori and Nick Hugley of Westfield; nine grandchildren Carter Burton, Spenser Burton, Chrystal Randler, Nancy Bittner, Haydon (and Charity) Buck, Nicki (and Fredy) Rodriguez, Jordan Tidler, Caleb (and Madyson) McLin and Kayla McLin; five great-grandchildren Alexis Bittner, Zachary Bittner, Ryan Bittner, Bodhi Buck and Ellie McLin; two brothers Garry (and Sharon) Tidler and Dick (and Marilyn) Tidler; and one sister Evelyn (and Bedford Jr.) Johnson.

Along with his wife and his parents, Joe was preceded in death by a son Travis Tidler; sisters Cheri Mahaney, Emma Hartley, Margaret Long, and Donna Epps; and brothers Bill Sr. Tidler and David Tidler.

Visitation is from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 2, with a service beginning at 7:00 p.m. at Young-Nichols Funeral Home. The U.S. Navy and the Tipton American Legion will provide military honors at the funeral home at the start of the service. Online condolences may be left on Joe’s obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.

Memorial donations in honor of Joe should be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 681405, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46268.

Kerry Lee Land

Kerry Lee Land, age 64, of Kokomo, Indiana, soared to Heaven on the wings of an eagle on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Kerry was born in Kokomo, IN, on April 16, 1961, to the late Jerry Land, Sr. and Peggy (Wandal) Land.

In his childhood, Kerry loved spending time at Lake Shafer skiing. He attended Kokomo High School and was a 1979 graduate. In his adult years, he enjoyed riding his Harley, hunting, recreational shooting, and racing. Kerry retired from the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT).

Kerry is survived by his wife Tina Land; children Kari Cannon (Land), Wendi Stutzman (Bill Alexander), and Stephanie (Shawn) Rosa; grandchildren Varesha and Sareyah Cannon, Savaughna Hannibal, Xavius Cannon, Jayceon Burnett, Kiley Mohler, Baily Alexander, Silas Rosa, and Oliver Rosa; great-grandchildren Daylan Thompson, Vae'lah Cannon, and Jovani Perkins; mother Peggy Land; siblings Jerry Land, Jr. (LeeAnn), and Sherry Land Bowman; nephews Rob (Amanda) Land, Chris (Amanda) Land, Brian (Jen) Bowman, and Brandon Bowman; niece Bonnie Bowman; and many special friends.

Kerry was preceded in death by his father Jerry Land, Sr.; grandparents Ira and Dorothy Land and Oren and Nina Wandal; uncle Dick Wandal; aunt Pat Gardner; and special friends Bob and Sally Johnson.

Arrangements are being handled by Ellers Mortuary & Cremation Center 3400 S. Webster St., Kokomo, IN 46902. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 2-5 p.m. at The Kelly Round Barn, 6032 W 550 N, Sharpsville, IN 46068. The family requests casual attire.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Carolyn A. Lindsay

Carolyn A. Lindsay, 55, of Chicago, IL, passed away on September 7, 2025, at 1:56 p.m. at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Kokomo. She was born January 19, 1970, in Chicago, Illinois, to Barbara Lindsay. She was raised and cared for by Emma & Jesse Leonard, who preceded her in death.

Carolyn, a.k.a. Queen “C” & Big Mama, better known to her children as “OG,” was a fun, free spirited, loving, and loveable woman. She enjoyed being surrounded by her family and friends, doing all the wonderful things she loved to do. She loved to sing, dance, and rap. She also enjoyed rebuilding and rehabbing homes to provide those in need a place to stay. She was a family advocate and so much more. She was truly a jack of all trades, very multitalented.

Her survivors include her children Raymond, Terrance, Renee, Ericka, Paris, and Corey Lindsay; siblings Terry Leonard and Glenee Brooks; many grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews; and a host of other extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and siblings Belinda Leonard, Sharon Lindsay, and Charlotte Leonard.

No public services are scheduled at this time. Cremation has been entrusted to Shirley & Stout Funeral Homes & Crematory in Kokomo. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.