Bonnie Jean Douglass, Gladys (Eldridge) McSorley, Barbara Jane Horner, Wally Bahler, George William Cunningham, Dolly Bowen

Bonnie Jean Douglass

Bonnie Jean Douglass, a remarkable woman known for her kindness and unwavering dedication to her family, passed away on January 8, 2026, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana. Born on March 6, 1930, in Somerset, Indiana, to John H. and Elizabeth (Baxter) Rogers, Bonnie lived a life enriched by deep connections with her loved ones.

Growing up in the Swayzee area, Bonnie graduated from Sweetser High School in 1948. Shortly after, on June 12, 1948, she married Charles Eldon Douglass Sr., and together they settled in Russiaville, where they created a loving home filled with warmth. During her years in Russiaville, Bonnie became an active member of the West Point Christian Church, contributing significantly to youth programs that left a lasting impact on many young lives.

Bonnie’s role as a homemaker was one she embraced wholeheartedly. Ensuring the happiness and well-being of her family was her top priority. Later, when the family moved to the North Manchester area, Bonnie took on a new role at Oppenheim’s, working with dress goods. Her love for crocheting led her to make countless doll dresses, Afghan blankets, table toppers, as well as many other crafty projects, all a testament to her talent and creativity. Friends and family will fondly remember her delicious baked goods, as she often extended her hospitality to the children’s friends who gathered in her home.

Bonnie possessed an unyielding strength and was known for her non-judgmental nature. She was a confidante to many, always ready to listen and offer support with genuine empathy. Her vibrant personality shone through as she tended to her garden, where she found joy in nurturing the flowers that adorned her yard.

The loving memory of Bonnie Douglass will be forever cherished by her son Charles E. “Chuck” (Kathy) Douglass Jr. of North Manchester; daughter Margaret Sharon Creasy of Lake Park, Georgia; grandchildren Charles E. “Doug” (Andrea) Douglass III and Brian (Sara) Douglass, both of Huntington, Chad Allen of North Manchester, and Amy (Kelly) Ross of Goshen; great-grandchildren Kodi Douglass, Reece Douglass, and James Douglass; and sister-in-law Georgia Rogers. Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; husband Charles Eldon Douglass Sr.; eight brothers James, Bob, Earl, Kenneth, John, Bill, George, and Edwin Rogers; sisters Crystal Furgason, Ruth Burnett, and Eva Clupper; and son-in-law Steryl Creasy.

Family and friends may call Tuesday, January 13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, Indiana. Funeral services will begin at the conclusion of calling with Bonnie’s nephew Doug Rogers officiating. A graveside service will be held at 3:30 p.m. at Gardens of Memory, 11201 South Marion Road 35, Marion, Indiana.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Bonnie Douglass, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, Texas 75284-0692.

The family of Bonnie Douglass has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.

Gladys (Eldridge) McSorley

Gladys (Eldridge) McSorley, 81, joined her husband and other family in Heaven on, Wednesday, January 7, 2026, in Deltona, Florida. She was born in Harlan, Kentucky, on February 11, 1944, to Floyd and Lola (Creech) Eldridge. She married the love of her life Charles McSorley on December 13, 1965, in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. They were married almost 59 wonderful years before his passing October 4, 2024. She retired from the County Sheriff’s Office in 2005, after right years in the medical department. She was a proud member Center Grove Baptist Church in Phlox, Indiana, where she and Chuck spent several summers. They were baptized August 28, 2011.

She will be sadly missed by her daughter Melody Johnson (Nathon); son Allen McSorley; sisters Sue Jones, Mary “Bootchie” Sanson, and Marie Foley; brother Skip Eldridge; her five grandchildren; and a host of cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Charles McSorley; sisters Hazel Scott, Lillie “Bug” Agler, Ruby Iten, Wilma Jean Eldridge, and Mabel Shuler; and brothers Milburn “Mib” Eldridge and James Eldridge.

Services for Gladys will be held 01/12/2026 at Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home in Avon Park. Visitation will take place from 12:30 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. A graveside ceremony will begin at 2 p.m., to be held at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, where Gladys will be laid to rest. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Building Fund, Center Grove Baptist Church, through the funeral home or to the Center Grove Baptist Church, 5620 N. 725 E., Windfall, IN 46076

Arrangements entrusted to: Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home, Avon Park, Florida. Online condolences may be left at www.stephensonnelsonfh.com

Barbara Jane Horner

Barbara Jane Horner, 89, of Converse, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at her home. She was born in Aurora, Missouri, on January 21, 1936, the daughter of Herman and Irene Hamby. She graduated from St. Paul’s Catholic School in Marion, Indiana. On May 23, 1957, she married James Emerson Horner of Greentown, Indiana. Together, they were blessed with five children.

When not working beside her husband on the family farm, Barbara also drove a school bus during the planting and harvesting seasons. She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. Her hobbies included genealogy and reading. Barbara was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church in Peru, Indiana, and the Harrison Township Home Ec Club. In later years, she and Emerson enjoyed traveling the world. They visited 52 countries on six continents.

Barbara was preceded in death by her husband of more than 66 years Emerson Horner; parents Herman and Irene Hamby of Marion, Indiana; brother David Hamby of Peru, Indiana; brother George Hamby of Marion, Indiana; and a grandson David Pedersen of Virginia Beach, Virginia. Barbara is survived by her five children: Pamela (Dean) Pedersen of Frankford, Delaware; Bruce (Traci) Horner of Wabash, Indiana; Brian (Nan) Horner of Greentown, Indiana; Keith (Mandi) Horner of Westfield, Indiana; and Rex (Leslie) Horner of Salem, Alabama. She is also survived by a sister Sue (Hamby) Hevner of Jonesboro, Indiana, and a sister-in-law Joyce Horner of Amboy, Indiana. Barbara is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

A service celebrating the life of Barbara will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at St. Charles Catholic Church located at 58 W. 5th Street, Peru, Indiana, with Fr. Kyle Neterer officiating, with interment immediately following at the Converse I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Family and friends will gather for visitation from 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Laird-Eddy Funeral Home, located at 201 N. Main Street, Amboy, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made through the funeral home to St. Charles Catholic Church.

Wally Bahler

Wally Bahler, 85, passed away on January 3, 2026, at his home in Fishers, Indiana. Born April 30, 1940, in Wabash, Indiana, to Armin and Irma (Rudig) Bahler. His wife Nedra (Zellers) Bahler, of 35 years, preceded him in death in July 2016.

Wally cherished his family above all else and is survived by his son Troy (Dee Dee) Bahler of McKinney, Texas; daughter Tracy (Jim) Minnick of Ft. Wayne, Indiana; and stepsons David (Marie) Stevens of Warsaw, Indiana, and Brian (Jeanine) Scott of Fishers, Indiana. Wally leaves behind nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, whom he adored.

Wally is also survived by three brothers Stan Bahler of Cincinnati, Ohio, Nelson Baher of Stockton, California, and Alan Bahler of Houston, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters Marilyn (Marti) Pries and Bethanne Bahler.

Wally worked mainly in route sales and delivery for various companies. His interests included USAC dirt track and locomotives. On most weekends, Wally could be found in the stands at racetracks across the Midwest or attending one of his great-grandchildren’s sporting events.

He retired after 20 years with the Indiana National Guard. Wally was a long-time member of the Elks Club (Warsaw, IN), American Legion Post 49 (Warsaw, IN), Ft. Wayne (IN) Masons, and Heartland Church (Sharpsville, IN).

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Heartland Church, 3611 IN-19, Sharpsville, IN 46068. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Burial will be at Oaklawn Cemetery at 3:00 p.m.

Condolences: www.randallroberts.com

George William Cunningham

George William Cunningham, 79, of Schellsburg, PA, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, at Bedford Post Acute.

George (Bill) was born on October 19, 1946, in Pittsburgh, PA. He is the son of the late Henrietta (Kramer) Cunningham. He was preceded in death by the love of his life and wife of 50 years Roberta (Bobbie) Cunningham. Her passing left a void in his heart, and he was never the same without her.

As a young man, Bill worked at the Bedford Springs. He then went on to work at Hedstrom, where he remained a dedicated employee for approximately 30 years. After Hedstrom closed their doors, Bill then spent close to a decade working at Bedford United Methodist Church before retiring.

Bill was a humble and simple man who did not need much to be happy. He enjoyed helping others, road trips, flea markets, tinkering around in the shed, and he loved his dog Tillie. But, most importantly, his life was defined by his devotion to his wife and children, who meant more to him than anything else. He will fondly be remembered for his kindness and his sense of humor.

Bill is survived by his daughter Emily Cunningham of Bedford, PA; daughter Paula Bottenfield, wife of Andy Bottenfield, and their two children Zoey and Bo Bottenfield, all of Bedford, PA; brother and sister-in-law John (Dave) and Carla Cunningham, of Kokomo, IN; sister Shirley Snider and nephew Matthew Snider, both of Las Vegas, NV; and nephew Joe Kochendarfer, of State College, PA. He was preceded in death by his wife Roberta (Kochendarfer) Cunningham; son Michael William Cunningham; mother Henrietta (Kramer) Cunningham; and niece Tammy Snider.

As per Bill’s wishes, no funeral or memorial service will be held. The family will honor his life privately.

His daughters would like to thank the staff at Bedford Post Acute for providing comfort, dignity, and kindness while Bill was in their care. Also, a special thank you to neighbors Shannon and Tanya Sarver, who have never hesitated to help when needed.

Dolly Bowen

Dolly Bowen, 81, passed away at Kokomo Healthcare in Kokomo, IN, on December 12, 2025, at 10:40 a.m. Dolly was affectionately known to everyone as Nana. She was born on June 29, 1944, to Mary Eversole. She was married to James Buttree from 1959-1973. In 1974, she married Charles (Charlie) Bowen, Jr., and they were married until Charles’ death in 2020.

Dolly worked in the medical field most of her life. Even though she retired as a nursing home administrator, her real passion was serving the Lord. Dolly completed the Pastoral Care program at Lutheran Hospital, where she continued to provide pastoral services as well as chaplain services with several hospice programs. Dolly and Charlie started a clown ministry in the 1970s and shared the gospel of Christ to the young and old for many years. Dolly never met a stranger and prayed for everyone. Dolly’s grandchildren loved their Nana deeply and joked that her prayers worked fast; occasionally faster than their stomachs could manage.

Dolly is survived by her children Jamie Gibbs, Barbara (Claude) Gibbs, Elizabeth (Eric) Molloy, Lisa Lambrecht, Josie Bowen, and daughter-in-law Pam Bowen; grandchildren Perry (Jeremy) Gibbs, Heidi (Brandy) Gibbs, Leigh (Jake) Gibbs, Collin (Amanda) Gibbs, Layton (Haley) Gibbs, Patrick Molloy, Matthew Rasmus, Justin (Sydney) Lambrecht, Devin (Codi) Lambrecht, Levi (Olivia) Lambrecht, Heather (Andrew) Watkins, Rachel Bowen, Charles Bowen III, Chevy Bowen, Leeonaa Bowen, Dakota (Michaela) Barnes, Tristan Barnes,, Cherokee (JT) Barnes, Sierra (Austin) Barnes; and a slew of great-grandchildren.

Dolly was preceded in death by her husband Charlie Bowen, her mother Mary Bowen, her stepfather James Craig, sisters Sue Hamrick and Peggy Rose, brother Jerry Craig, sons-in-law Perry Gibbs, and James Lambrecht and granddaughter Toni Gibbs.

A celebration of her life will be held at a later, warmer date. Dolly would have refused to attend otherwise.