Alberta Louise (Solomito) Lashbrook, Margie Lee Mace, Carolyn Jo Helvie, Clifford “Eldon” Terrell

Alberta Louise (Solomito) Lashbrook

Alberta Louise (Solomito) Lashbrook, 94, of Kokomo died peacefully with her loving family by her side on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Kokomo. She was born in Bloomington, Indiana, on October 7, 1932, to Saverio Vito and Maudia Beatrice (Clark) Solomito. She married Vernon L. Lashbrook on December 8, 1950. Alberta and Vernon (Bud) raised their two sons Vernon, Jr. and Dennis in Monrovia, IN. Alberta and Bud moved to Ocala, FL, after Bud retired. Alberta moved back north to Indianapolis after Bud’s passing. They had spent nearly 45 years together until his death on March 9, 1995.

Alberta worked at the RCA plant, soldering parts on the assembly line, and later used her sewing skills with Vincent Furs production. She was very crafty, sewing numerous practical items for her family and friends. She enjoyed woodworking, cutting out wooden items and making them beautiful, crocheting, fishing, and camping. Bertie played BINGO, where she would manage up to 30 cards and often assisted her neighbor with the quick pace of play.

She was truly a family matriarch. After her husband passed away, she moved back to Indiana where she could be near family and friends. She deeply loved having the children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren nearby. She was sharp at card games, and enjoyed board games with family. She exclusively wore Birkenstock sandals, and had at least a dozen pairs. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, as she brought the family together for meals and home cooking, making lasting memories. Bertie delighted in holding all the new babies in the family and kept candy around for when the little ones (and the big ones!) visited. She even gave Tommy, her youngest grandson, rides on her rollator walker! She enjoyed cats, and when she was older, her granddaughter Shonna gifted her a neck pillow cat, which she loved and called her Baby.

She is survived by her sons Vernon L. Lashbrook, Jr. and wife Rebecca of Kokomo and Dennis Lashbrook and wife Patricia of Mooresville. She has several grandchildren and families: Isaac (Jennifer) Lashbrook with Joseph, Leo, and Thomas; Carolyn (Joshua) Hodges with Isaiah, Gabriel, James, and Juliana; David (Deborah) Lashbrook with Andrew and Matthew; Nathan (Rachel) Lashbrook with Philip, Luke, and Jason; Rebecca McElroy with Khloe; Ruby Lashbrook; Candice (Chad) Jones with Caden; Shonna (Michael) Boling with Jordan (Kaci) Boling, with children Emry and Hagen; and Jalon (Riley) Boling. She was preceded in death by her sister Colleen Craig.

A Panikhida service (funeral) will be held on Saturday, November 14, at 11:00 a.m. at Young-Nichols Funeral Home in Tipton, with her son Father Philip (Vernon) Lashbrook presiding. Visitation will be on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial in Ocala, Florida, will take place on Tuesday, November 17, where her husband is also buried.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Thomas the Apostle Orthodox Church, 914 W. Taylor Street, Kokomo, Indiana, 46901, or Shining Light Church, 410 N. Monroe Street, Ste 24, Mooresville, Indiana, 46158.

Online condolences for Alberta’s family may be left on her obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.

Margie Lee Mace

Margie Lee Mace, 94, of Kokomo, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at Wellbrooke of Kokomo. She was born July 26, 1932, in Graves, KY, the daughter of the late James and Della Lawson. On October 18, 1954, she married Bobbie G. Mace in Kokomo, who preceded her in death in June 2007.

Margie retired from Delco Electronics after 34½ years of service. She was a member of Bon Air Nazarene Church and One Church. Margie and Bob enjoyed spending their winters in Florida.

She is survived by her two sons Byron Mace and Larry Mace; sister Jean Cummins, a dear sister-in-law Nita Young; a long-time friend she had the privilege of being friends with Larry Garbert; along with several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband Bobbie, Margie was preceded in death by her parents and brother.

A funeral service celebrating Margie’s life will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 2026, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo, with her great nephew Pastor Bradley Speck and Pastor Dennis Riggs officiating. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 12 p.m. until the start of the service on Sunday at the funeral home. Stout & Son Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. A graveside service will take place at 11 a.m. Monday, November 16, 2026, in Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Northside Village or One Church in Margie’s memory. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.stoutandson.com.

Carolyn Jo Helvie

Carolyn Jo Helvie, known lovingly to many as CJ, passed away on November 10, 2026, in Kokomo, Indiana, the city where she was born on March 12, 1945, and where she spent her life surrounded by family, friends, and the community she cherished.

Carolyn was the daughter of the late Melvin H. and Betty J. Lobeck. She graduated from Kokomo High School and carried the values of hard work, loyalty, and kindness throughout her life. She was a woman who lived with quiet strength and a generous spirit, and she touched the lives of many through her warmth, wisdom, and steady presence.

Family was at the center of Carolyn’s life, and she treasured every moment spent with those she loved. She is survived by her daughter Kristi Whitaker; her sister Kathy Lobeck; her grandchildren Kaylan Turley-Whitaker and Kelseigh Whitaker; her great-grandchildren Harper Turley-Bates and Oakland Lux-Turley; her nieces Ashley Jo Coen and Kimberly Peters; her nephews Jon S. Lobeck; her great-niece Mia Jo Coen; her great-nephew Cooper William Coen; and her special friends Martha Jackson, Susie Kaufman, and Marsha Gordon. She was preceded in death by her brothers Melvin Lobeck and Roger Lobeck and by her nephews Michael Lobeck and AJ Lobeck. She also held a special place in her heart for her sister’s beloved dogs Lilly and Gracie, who were faithful companions to her.

Carolyn was a devoted Nana who loved watching her grandchildren while her daughter was at work. She found great joy in being present for the little moments that became treasured memories. Her family knew her as someone who was always ready to listen, to encourage, and to offer support when it was needed most. Her wisdom and compassion made her a trusted confidante, and her loving nature made her a source of comfort to many.

She was also well-known for the care she put into everyday life. Carolyn enjoyed cooking for her family, and her meals were an expression of her love and devotion. She loved music and appreciated the way it could lift the spirit and bring people together. She spent time growing plants on her porch, finding pleasure in simple routines that reflected her gentle and nurturing nature. She also enjoyed going on walks with Kathy around the path at Kokomo Beach, often stopping to watch the grandchildren swim and making those outings a special part of her life. Her trips to the beach in Florida brought her happiness as well, and she treasured those times of rest and reflection.

Those who knew Carolyn will remember her as wise, passionate, and loving. She had a way of making others feel heard and valued, and her presence brought steadiness and care to those around her. She lived her life with heart and purpose, and her legacy will remain in the memories shared by her family and all who were blessed to know her.

Carolyn Jo Helvie will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her family and friends. Her life was one of devotion, kindness, and enduring love, and the example she set will continue to live on in the hearts of those she leaves behind.

Clifford “Eldon” Terrell

Clifford “Eldon” Terrell, 90, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away on November 4, 2026.

Eldon was born on September 1, 1936, in Versailles, Indiana, to Clifford R. Terrell and Cora Marie (Casper) Terrell. Eldon grew up in the Wabash and Lagro area of Indiana, graduating from Lagro High School in 1954. He served in the U.S. Navy from January 3, 1955 - Dec 18, 1958, with an honorable discharge. His time was spent on a U.S. Navy P5M Marlin Seaplane as an Aviation Radar Technician. He thoroughly enjoyed his time of service, which included time in the Philippines and California.

On December 28, 1958, he married Suzanne Marie Elliott of Marion, Indiana. As newlyweds, they moved to Valparaiso, where he received a degree in Electronic Technology at Valparaiso Technical Institute. Eldon and Suzanne moved to Kokomo upon Eldon securing a job at Delco Electronics, where he continued to use his electronic technical skills until he retired December 31,1997. Eldon received many certifications from General Motors Institute for “Computer Process Control” and “Digital Electronics” while employed at Delco.

Outside of his career, he served the Lord by using his gifts to serve as a church treasurer, deacon, teacher, and headed up many building maintenance projects. At home, his favorite pastimes were maintaining his lawn and equipment, and collecting tools.

Eldon was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Suzanne, and his brother Daniel Terrell.

Eldon’s surviving family are children Mark (Regina) Terrell and Brenda (John) Piotrowicz; three grandchildren Rebekah (Travis) Burghardt, Elizabeth (Jonathan) Stewart, and Rachel Piotrowicz with fiancé Allen Stout; step-grandson Jordan Martin; seven great-grandchildren Isaac, Ezra, Norah, Lydia, and Elsie Burghardt, and Ada and Josiah Stewartl and siblings Joan (Roy) Kelly, Lanny (Gail) Terrell, and Patsy (Tom) Berry.

Eldon Terrell will be entombed at Sunset Memory Gardens. In lieu of services, memorials can be made to the “ARK Christian Ministries” youth camp in Converse, Indiana.

Eldon would desire that many come to know Jesus and to hear these words from the scriptures: 2 Timothy 4:7: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”