Patsy L. Ramer, Melissa DeeAnn Stewart, David F. Indrutz, Linda (Williams) Caldwell

Patsy L. Ramer

Patsy L. Ramer, 90, of Walton, passed away early Friday morning, June 19, 2026, at Wellbrooke of Kokomo. She was born October 18, 1935, in Walton, Indiana, to Ralph and Pearl (Guy) Slusher. She married the love of her life Robert “Bob” Ramer on June 10, 1952, at the Walton Christian Church, and he survives.

Patsy was a farm wife and mother. She worked alongside her husband Bob on the family farm in Walton for many years. She drove a school bus for more than 29 years for Southeastern School Corporation, where she was loved by the many children who rode her bus. She served as a band mom for many years as well as driving for the band and girls’ sport teams. She enjoyed gardening, crafting, crochet, driving the combine at harvest time, playing Bunko, and weekly Friday luncheons with her girlfriends. She was famous for her Christmas cookie platters and her homemade candy, especially her gum drops. Patsy and Bob enjoyed traveling to many states across the country in their RVs. They had a lot of fun exploring new sights and seeing the beauty of our country from the desert to the sea.

Surviving family include her husband Bob, of 74 years, her children Mike and wife Linda Ramer of Kokomo and Julia K. and husband John Richards of Carmel. She is also survived by grandchildren Brian and wife Rebecca, Heidi, Katie, Tim, and Alyssa and husband Justin. Her great-grandchildren are Tanner and wife Jenna, Tyler and wife Candace, Luke and wife Faith, Kelsey, Kenleigh, and Olivia. She is also blessed with two great-great-grandchildren Tripp and Cameron, numerous nieces and nephews, and two sisters-in-law Louise Rawleigh and Emilie Slusher. Patsy and Bob were surrogate parents to numerous children throughout the years, basically anyone the kids brought home, but most notable Roxy and the Ridge Runner.

She is preceded in death by her parents Ralph and Pearl, two daughters Kimberly Ann and Lynn Michele; and brothers Bob and wife Gladys, Corby and wife Norma, and Doug and Harold Keith.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the care team at Wellbrooke and Paradigm Hospice. Thank you for the exceptional care, compassion, and kindness you showed our family. Your support brought peace and comfort during a very difficult time.

A celebration of Patsy’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Murray Weaver Funeral Home in Galveston, with Pastor Doug Benham officiating. Friends and family may visit from 12 noon until service time at 2 p.m. at the funeral home on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Lewis Cass Scholarship Fund in her memory. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home. Murray Weaver Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. www.murrayweaverfuneralhome.com

Melissa DeeAnn Stewart

Melissa DeeAnn Stewart, 62, of Galveston, went home to be with the Lord early Thursday morning, June 18, 2026, at her home. She was born April 5, 1964, in Kokomo to Marion and Janet (Klepfer) Pullen. She graduated from Lewis Cass High School in 1982 and Marion College (Indiana Wesleyan University) in 1986. She met her husband Bryan C. Stewart while traveling with the brass choir (Dimensions in Brass) at college. They were married one week after graduation on May 31, 1986.

Melissa was an employee at the Logansport State Hospital for 34 years. While there, she wore many hats, including Unit Social Worker, Mental Health Administrator, Rehab Director, Service Line Director, Program Coordinator, and Quality Director. Melissa and Bryan were active members of Cornerstone Community Bible Church, located in Walton, Indiana. They enjoyed exercising weekly at Body Unlimited Fitness Center in Kokomo and being outside and working in the yard. They loved traveling to new places with their friends. Most of all, they loved spending time with their children and grandchildren. Family was the most important thing to Melissa. Her legacy can be seen in her family. She had a deep, strong faith in Jesus, which saw her through the rough times in life. She didn’t talk much about her faith or broadcast her faith, but she walked and lived out her faith every day. That faith can be seen in her family. She was loved by anyone that she encountered and will be missed by all who knew her.

Together, she and Bryan raised two beautiful children Alyssa D. and husband Trent Horner of Paris, IL, and Brynn C. and wife Marissa of Noblesville. She was also so proud of her four amazing grandchildren Samuel S. Horner, Finlee J. Horner, Brooklyn R. Stewart, and Oliver R. Stewart. She is also survived by her mother Janet Pullen of Galveston and siblings Gloria Dawn Pitner, Rob and wife Mariellen Pullen, and Marsha Dollar and husband Paul Hendrix, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at Galveston First Baptist Church, 207 S. Sycamore St., Galveston, Indiana, with pastors Jeremy Jones and Rick Horner officiating. Friends may visit from 2:00 p.m. until service time at 5:00 p.m. at the church on Wednesday. Private burial will take place in the Galveston Cemetery on Thursday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Cornerstone Community Bible Church Building Fund, 4737 E. CR 600 S. Walton, Indiana. 46994. Murray Weaver Funeral Home is honored to serve the Stewart family. www.murrayweaverfuneralhome.com

David F. Indrutz

The family of David F. Indrutz is deeply saddened to announce that David passed away at home on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at the age of 60, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. David was born in Kokomo, Indiana, on February 4, 1966, to Larry J. Indrutz, Sr. and Barbara J. (Newcom) Indrutz, the fifth of their six children.

Born with Down syndrome, David benefited from Bona Vista Program’s therapies in his early years and earned his special education diploma through Kokomo School Corporation. After graduating, he worked full-time in Bona Vista’s sheltered workshop. At the age of 36, David moved into a Bona Vista group home (Almquist), where he resided for 23 years. Though he lived in the group home, his family always advocated for his health, safety, and well-being. In January 2025, David relocated to Kentucky to enjoy retirement with his niece Julie Magnett, who became his unwavering full-time caregiver. In the last several months of his life, Julie and Troy made it possible for their Uncle Ham to relish the same peaceful country living he knew as a child growing up in Russiaville, Indiana.

David enjoyed life in his 60 years, including travel to Kentucky, Daytona Beach, Myrtle Beach, Denver, St. Louis, and Nashville, music and concerts, WWE Smackdown, Harry Potter movies, his favorite classic television shows, bacon cheeseburgers, fishing, casinos, Special Olympics (he won several medals at the Indiana state games), bowling, and friendships. He especially looked forward to his birthday every year, all year, and above all, David loved his money. He also had the thrill of meeting singer Carrie Underwood, as well as Kimberly Schlapman from the band Little Big Town. His favorite songs were “Stronger” by Kelly Clarkson and “If I Didn’t Love You” by Carrie Underwood and Jason Aldean. He was also a big fan of the Dukes of Hazzard and Michael Jackson.

David is survived by his oldest brother Larry J. Indrutz, Jr. (Sharon); younger sister Janice Indrutz; brother-in-law Kenneth Magnett; niece Julie Magnett (Troy Vandevender), with whom he resided; nieces Kathryn (Aaron) Crist and Monique Spikermans; nephews Brian (Leah) Magnett, Matthew Indrutz, Alexander J. (Rachelle) Indrutz, and Kirk (Petra) Creviston; great-nephew Nathan Wyant; 12 more great-nieces and great-nephews; and many cousins.

David was predeceased by his parents Larry and Barbara Indrutz; older sister Lenora Magnett; older brothers Gregory Indrutz and Michael Indrutz; great-niece Ashley J. Wyant; paternal grandparents John and Lena Indrutz; maternal grandparents Jesse Earl and Margaret Newcom; uncles John Indrutz, Jesse Earl Newcom, Jr., and Jerry Newcom; and aunts Flora Indrutz, Eileen Beahrs, Patricia Baker, and Mary Lou Irwin.

The family has gained new members in Melissa Walton and Charlene Robinson, who cared for David in his group home and continued to visit and care for him after he retired, and Beth Armstrong, who also loved and cared about David. The family is truly grateful to the Hosparus Health hospice team for their compassionate care and guidance, Gilbert Funeral Home of Marion, Kentucky, and Ellers Mortuary.

A visitation for David will be held on Thursday, June 25, at Ellers Mortuary Webster Chapel, 3400 South Webster Street, Kokomo, from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 1:00 PM. Beth Mattingly, a close friend of the family, will officiate. Following the service, David will be laid to rest in Crown Point Cemetery with his family. Memorial donations may be made to Special Olympics of Howard County.

Linda (Williams) Caldwell

Linda (Williams) Caldwell was called home to the Lord on June 12, 2026, at Life Path Hospice Sun City Center, Fla. Linda was the daughter of Clarence Williams and Virginia (Hutton) Williams, born in Kokomo on June 5, 1948.

Linda graduated from Northwestern H.S. in 1966 before going to work for Delco/Delphi, where she worked for 31 years. After retiring, she moved to Florida. She loved watching her grandchildren play sports and went to as many games as possible.

Linda is survived by brothers Rex (Susan) Williams and Mike (June) Williams, children Lisa (Bernie) Ginaitt, Jim (Jennifer) Caldwell, and Julie (Andy) Harrell; and grandchildren Jacob Caldwell, Kennedy Ginaitt, Brooke Ginaitt, Jackson Caldwell, Sydney Ginaitt, Dylan Harrell, and Jenna Caldwell. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Patty (Williams) Ridgeway, granddaughter Drew Harrell, and first husband Richard “Dick” Caldwell.

A funeral service celebrating Linda’s life will be celebrated at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, June 26, 2026, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo, Indiana, 46902. Burial will follow in Albright Cemetery. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service on Friday at the funeral home. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.