Sandra Carol “Sandy” Chism, Reida S. (Henry) Bass, Christobel K. Alexander, Karanna Larae Higgins, Patricia Marie “Pat” Klemme

Sandra Carol “Sandy” Chism

Sandra Carol “Sandy” Chism, 88, of Russiaville, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026, at her home. She was born on July 7, 1938, in Kokomo, to Lloyd Hankins and Irma (Naphew) Hankins.

Sandra graduated from Northwestern High School in 1957. On February 9, 1957, she married Phillip Chism in Kokomo, and the couple shared 69 years of marriage until his passing on November 30, 2025. She retired from GM after 30 years of service in the automotive industry.

A vibrant and active person who cherished her family, Sandra loved the outdoors, camping, traveling, snowmobiling, fishing, and racing. She was a member of the Central Indiana Snowmobile Club (CISC), MSA, and the Chippewa Sno Kats Club. She also loved “junkin,” thrift stores, flea markets, grandchildren, and her beloved dogs.

She is survived by her children Dave (Billie) Chism of Russiaville and Kimberly (Dan) Wright of Kokomo. She is also survived by her grandchildren Kara (Eric) Queen, Lindsy (Zach) Roark, Daniel (Emilee) Wright, and Sophia (Logan) Mason; nine great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and her brother Greg (Christa) Hankins.

Sandra was preceded in death by her parents Lloyd and Irma Hankins; her husband Phillip Chism; son Curtis Chism; sister Gloria; a great-great-grandson Archer; and many furry companions.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo. A traditional funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home, officiated by John and Cindy Chapman. Burial will take place at Sunset Cemetery in Kokomo.

Memorial contributions may be made in Sandra’s honor to the Kokomo Humane Society.

Reida S. (Henry) Bass

Reida S. (Henry) Bass, 81, passed peacefully to be with the Lord on October 13, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo. She was born on May 5, 1945, in Marion, Indiana, to the late Roy and Norma (Buhler) Henry. Reida married William R. Bass on May 24, 1962, in Kokomo, and he survives.

Reida graduated from Marion High School. She worked in retail for 25 years. Reida also raised five children and was a homemaker when they were young. She was a current member of Abundant Life Church. In the past, she was involved in different church ministries such as Apostolic Lighthouse, Full Gospel Tabernacle, and Fuel Church.

Reida loved playing games and cards once or twice a week with her best friends Ben and Rita Heath. She also enjoyed playing BINGO weekly with her sister Carla. Reida also enjoyed visiting various state parks with her husband.

Reida is survived by her loving husband of 64 years William; her children Denise (Bill) Graves of Noblesville, Bill Bass of Kokomo, Troy Bass of Stewart’s Point, CA, Julie Bass of Chandler, Arizona, and Nathan Bass of Kokomo; grandchildren Philip (Kristin) Graves, Kathryn (Clint) Smith, Quinci Shackley, Shelby (Alex) Bensley, Parker (Kylie) Adams, Jordan (Kelsey) Bass, Leighton Bass, Annika Bass-Pringles, and Lexi Vienuzis; 13 great-grandchildren; two sisters Marilyn Luckey and Carla Cunningham; and many nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death are her siblings Don Bicknell, Jacklyn Bicknell, Jim Bicknell, Harold Wampler, and Joe Wampler.

There will be a visitation for Reida on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM at Ellers Mortuary Webster Chapel, 3400 South Webster Street, Kokomo, IN. Funeral service will be on Monday, October 19, at 1:00 PM, also at the funeral home. Pastor Joe David Wampler will be officiating. Burial will follow to Albright Cemetery.

Christobel K. Alexander

Christobel K. Alexander, 93, passed on October 14, 2026. Born May 24, 1933, in Bringhurst, Indiana, Christobel lived in Kokomo, Indiana.

Visitation will be held at Ellers Mortuary and Cremation Center, South Chapel, 3400 S. Webster Street, Kokomo, IN 46902, on October 19, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., followed by the funeral service at 12:00 p.m.

Burial with committal service will take place at 1:00 p.m. on October 19, 2026, at Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery, 2097 W. Alto Road, Kokomo, IN 46902.

Karanna Larae Higgins

Karanna Larae Higgins, 57, of Peru, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Brickyard Sycamore Village in Kokomo, Indiana.

She was born on February 3, 1969, in Boston, Massachusetts, to Stanley Higgins Jr. and Ellen M. (Palmer) Higgins.

Karanna was a member of the First Christian Church in Peru. She liked unicorns and collecting purses. She enjoyed following several sports teams, including the Chicago Cubs, Boston Red Sox, New England Patriots, and the Peru Tigers. Family was important to Karanna. She enjoyed spending time with them.

She is survived by her children Tye Higgins of Peru, Indiana, Amanda Cook of Kokomo, Indiana, and James Cook Jr. of Peru. She is also survived by her boyfriend Doug Kloenne of Peru, a granddaughter Violet Rose Cook of Kokomo, and two brothers: Kevin Higgins of Mount Vernon, Indiana, and Stanley Higgins of Peru.

Karanna was preceded in death by her parents.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the First Christian Church, 53 West Main Street, Peru, Indiana. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m., with the memorial service starting at 2:00 p.m., with Pastor Jim Loft officiating.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.

Patricia Marie “Pat” Klemme

Patricia Marie “Pat” Klemme, 95, of Kokomo, passed away at 2:18 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at her daughter’s home. She was born December 29, 1930, in Indianapolis, to Nelson and Waneta (Michael) Hobensack. On May 1, 1947, she married Paul B. Klemme, at St. Patick Catholic Church in Kokomo, and he preceded her in death on November 21, 2021.

Pat was a loving and devoted wife and mother who cherished her family and took great pride in being involved in her children’s lives and activities. She enjoyed crocheting, crafting, and square dancing and was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church.

Survivors include her children Elaine (Sam) Ellis, Paul (Brenda) Klemme, Mary (John) Indrutz, and Lorrie (Larry) Martin; daughter-in-law Pam Klemme; grandchildren Shon (Sarah) Klemme, Penny Hinze, Josh Klemme, Matthew (Karen) Ellis, Patricia (Shawn) Wickersham, Michael (Karen) Ellis, Luke Ellis, Cassie (Chris) Cunningham, Jeremy (Amy) Klemme, Katrina (Adam) Dyke, Jason (Jimmie) Klemme, John (Amanda) Indrutz, Jenny (Ryan) Williams, Alex (Gwen) Indrutz, Jacob (Lizzie) Martin, Kira Martin, Zack Martin, and Mark Martin; 48 great-grandchildren; and numerous great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; son Jerry Klemme; sister Frances Draper; and brother Nelson Hobensack, Jr.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1229 N. Washington St., Kokomo, with Rev. Fr. John Nguyen the celebrant. Burial will follow in Crown Point Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Monday at the church. Contributions may be made in Pat’s memory to St. Patrick Catholic Church. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Shirley & Stout Funeral Home in Kokomo.