Etta Jane Henry, Joyce (Cain) Willson, Mary Lou Barrett, Charles Edward Cox, Daniel “Dan” Allen Swenson

Etta Jane Henry

Etta Jane Henry, 89, Greentown, passed away at 3:34 p.m. Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Northwoods Village in Kokomo. She was born February 8, 1936, in Morgan Co., Kentucky, to Seldon Greene and Lucy Francis (Lewis) Watkins. On September 1, 1954, she married James B. Henry, who preceded her in death on August 24, 2008.

Etta enjoyed gardening, especially flowers, shopping, and quilting. Most of all she loved spending time with her family and cherished her grandchildren.

She is survived by her children Kathy (Harry) Hunt, Casandra (Rick) Walters, Alvenia Guge, Mark (Debbie) Henry, and Craig (Becky) Henry; grandson James Guge; great-grandchildren Morgan (Chris) Rhey, James Cecil, Joanna Cecil, Aleecia, James Jr., and Henry; great-great-grandchildren Wesley Robertson and Rowan Rhey; sisters Joy Chapell and Carmie Lewis; and sisters-in-law Nita Watkins and Betty Watkins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter Karen Wilson; grandson Jeremy Cecil, great-grandson Josh Cecil; sons-in-law Tommy Wilson, Glen Guge, and Gary Hunt; and siblings Clay Watkins, Minnie Patterson, Nellie Fox, Alma Watkins, Johnny Watkins, Roy Watkins, and Judy Gaston.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Hasler-Stout Funeral Home, 112 East Main Street, Greentown, with Pastor Chuck Armstrong officiating. Burial will follow in Simpson Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Messages of condolence may be left at www.hasler-stout.com.

Joyce (Cain) Willson

Joyce (Cain) Willson, 82, of Bunker Hill, Indiana, died Saturday, October 18, 2025, at her home in Kokomo, Indiana. She was born in 1943 to Samuel Cain and Mary Jane Wrights Cain. Joyce attended Bunker Hill High School and graduated from Purdue University. She was a member of McGrawsville Community Church.

Joyce is survived by her husband Edward Willson, her four children Beth Price and husband Steve, Donald Willson and wife Patty, Sarah Dexter and husband Daryl, and Allen Willson and his wife Jami. Joyce is also survived by two siblings Barbara Cain Kitchel and Max Cain and was preceded in death by brother Jon Cain and great-grandson Cillian Dewell.

Joyce was loved by her family and friends and will be greatly missed. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother to 13 grandchildren, and great-grandmother to four great-grandchildren. During her lifetime she took joy in heading the children’s ministry at Bennett’s Switch Community Church and later at McGrawsville Community Church. She was a member of the Maconaquah School Board for many years, and she served on the Miami County election committee as well. She was a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and loved researching and documenting her family’s genealogy as a hobby.

The family will receive visitors at Murray-Weaver Funeral Home, 401 S. California St., Galveston, IN 46932, on Thursday, October 23 from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Services will be held at the same location at 2:00 p.m., after which a private burial will be conducted graveside with family members. Memorial contributions may be given to McGrawsville Community Church in memory of Joyce.

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

Mary Lou Barrett

Mary Lou Barrett, 81, of Wolcott, Indiana, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Indiana University Arnett in Lafayette, Indiana.

Born October 15, 1944, in Logansport, she was the daughter of the late Robert Gale Michael and Helen (Follette) Michael. On July 1, 2020, in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, she was married to Rex L. Barrett, who survives.

Mary Lou was a dedicated factory worker for Dwyer Instruments. She loved to quilt and do crafts, finding joy in creating handmade treasures for family and friends.

Surviving along with her husband Rex are her two sons Edward (Angela) Klinkhamer Jr. of Logansport and Ted Klinkhamer of Kokomo; stepson Jon (Misty) Barrett of Monticello; stepdaughter Jennifer (Tim) Pickering of Fort Wayne; three brothers James L. (Lynn) Michael of Morrisville, NC, William (Linda) Michael of Logansport, and David Michael of Logansport; two sisters Betty (Bill) Friskey of Logansport and Sandra (Dannie) Barrett of Logansport; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her sister Ruth Ann Yantis; brothers Walter Michael and Richard Michael; parents Robert and Helen Michael; one great-grandson; and her dog Skeeter.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Gundrum Funeral Home with Pastor Doug Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery, Logansport. Visitation will be held from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. Saturday prior to the service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Cass County Humane Society.

Charles Edward Cox

With heavy hearts, we remember and celebrate the life of our sweet and loving father who touched the hearts of everyone fortunate enough to know him. Our dad Charles Edward Cox was born July 16, 1933, to Albert and Mary (Tyler) Cox. He was not only a son, but also a devoted husband, married to Jacquelynn (Prague) Cox for 70 years on October 21, 2025.

He was a loving father to five daughters Diana/Kevin Matlock (FL), Cherie/Walt Amparano (Peru), Debbie/Kenny Dunlap (Kokomo), Brenda/Russell Shafer (Amboy), and Julie/Kent Worland (Peru). He was an impressive grandfather to Shane/Sherry Matlock, Nichole/Justin Mize, Brooke/Charles Mumaw, Jami Jenkins, Julie Amparano, Keith Ledbetter, Kimberly/Jacob Larmer, Tyler/Dusty Dunlap, Nick/Amy Dunlap, Cory/Abby Shafer, Cody/Jordan Shafer, Cole/Alyssa Shafer, and Keaton/Tiffanie Worland.

Charles Cox was an inspiration to many. Peyton Matlock, Tristyn Armstrong, Colton Alexander, Emberlynne Mize, Sydnie (Jordan) Witfoth, Kamryn Mumaw, Preston Jenkins, Gabe Jenkins, Anthony Vela, Eric Martinez, Zavier Larmer, Mia Larmer, Laila Larmer, Tyson Larmer, Grayson Dunlap, Presley Dunlap, Carsyn Dunlap, Brody Shafer, Jaxon Shafer, Blake Shafer, Hunter Shafer, Barrett Shafer, Kypton Worland, Annalynne Worland, and baby Shafer, due in February 2026, have the honor to call him great-grandpa!

Our dad was a friend, business owner (Cox Appliance), and a disciple of Jesus Christ. Charles had six siblings: Mary Catherine, Robert (Bob) Cox, Joyce (Peewee) Lewis, Beverly Sue Hizer, and Nancy Walker, all of whom are deceased, and one surviving young brother Joe (Underpass Joe) Cox.

Throughout his life, our father demonstrated kindness, brought joy through laughter, and had an unwavering devotion to family. Dad’s presence was a gift; his smile was contagious and a source of joy, and his friendship was always for a lifetime. His care and compassion for our family and even perfect strangers were amazing. He was a generous, giving man full of grace and dignity.

Our dad served our nation in the Korean War, and his military decorations include the National Defense Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. He attended the Main Street United Methodist Church for over 60 years.

Dad’s talents, wisdom, and knowledge were shared not through grand gestures, but rather through everyday acts of love, encouragement, and gentle guidance. Whether in moments of celebration or times of great difficulty, his steadfast and nurturing support made all the difference in the world. Many of our friends even felt as if our dad, at times, was their dad, too. Our dad always had a listening ear and a strong shoulder to lean on. His fun stories and thoughtful advice will forever echo in our memories. His passions, be it woodworking, golf, bowling, music, camping, theater, drawing, IU, the Chicago Bears, fixing ANYTHING (his way), doting on our precious mother, and spending time with family, were reflected in the way he inspired others to see the good in things.

Our dad’s legacy of family lives on in each one of our hearts. He built a strong bond for our family and strengthened that bond with love while teaching us it was always important to spend time together and made us realize it was always better to help one another in addition to helping others in need. While our sadness is deep, so, too, is our gratefulness for the time God allowed us to share our lives with him. We want to honor our dad’s memory by trying to live with that same kindness, courage, and joy he brought to each one of us.

A service celebrating the life of Charles E. Cox will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Main Street United Methodist Church, 81 W. Main St., Peru, with Rev. Billy Hayes officiating. Burial will be at the Mt. Hope Cemetery with military honors provided by the Miami County Military Rites Unit. Visitation will be from 5:00 – 8:00 PM, Friday, October 24, 2025, at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru, and at the church one hour prior to the service on Saturday. The service will be live streamed on the “Main Street United Methodist Church, Peru” Facebook page. Memorial donations may be made to the Main Street United Methodist Church.

To our sweet dad, though you are no longer with us in body, your spirit and our precious memories will remain, guiding us with hope and love. You already are dearly missed, remembered always, and cherished forever. Thank you, dad, for being YOU! ~Your Loving Family

Daniel “Dan” Allen Swenson

Daniel “Dan” Allen Swenson, 71, of Tipton, Indiana, passed away Thursday morning October 16, 2025, at his home. He was born in San Bernardino, California, on July 2, 1954, the son of the late Ruben Arnold and Irene (Bridges) Swenson. He was married to Kathy (Stephens) Garman for 10 years, and they had two children together. He is survived by Judy Swenson, his wife of 40 years, who he married on November 2, 1985.

Dan attended Redlands High School where he excelled in baseball. He retired from UPS with 31 years of service as a delivery driver. He had a strong relationship with the Lord and read his Bible daily. He shared his faith every chance he could. He enjoyed studying and seeking the truth.

Dan was a strong and athletic man who liked playing soccer, baseball, and surfing waves in California. When he moved to Indiana in 2023, he loved working on his property every day from dawn till dusk. He owned every type of tool, tractor, chainsaws, and leaf blower known to man. Dan will be remembered for being a friend to all. He was a social man who was relatable and found common ground with people he just met. Dan was the greatest husband, father, and grandpa to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who affectionately referred to him as “Ampa.”

In addition to his wife Judy, Dan is survived by his children Jason (Steffanie) Swenson and Sarah (Laurence) Allison; grandchildren Meghan (Dennis) Carlos, Addy Swenson, Claire Swenson, Chris Swenson, Ryann Allison, and Jack Allison; great-grandchildren Katie Carlos, Clay Pendgraft, and another great-grandchild on the way; siblings Agnes Brickbealer and Judy Rowley; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Marie Ferren, Mike Ferren, Nancy Chalmers, and Robin Swenson; the mother of their children Kathy Garman; and several aunts and uncles.

Stout & Son Funeral Home – Russiaville Chapel has been entrusted with cremation. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.stoutandson.com.