Deacon Ronald Louis Morrow, Kenneth Mays, Tim William Meier, Susan Jane Hunt, Keith Edwin Allen, Rev. Lois Jean Glass

Deacon Ronald Louis Morrow

Deacon Ronald Louis Morrow, 80, of Kokomo, passed away at his home at 3:47 a.m. on Monday, June 2, 2025. He was born May 10, 1945, in Flint, Michigan, to Charles L. and Helen (Sisovsky) Morrow. On September 23, 1967, he married Rita Carol Schoner, in Plymouth, Indiana, and she survives.

Ron graduated from Kokomo High School in 1963. He later earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University in 1989, followed by a Master of Science in Management in 1991, also from Indiana Wesleyan. In 2001, he received a Master of Arts in Practical Theology from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. From 1967 to 1973, Ron served in the United States Army National Guard, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant. He worked as an electrician at Delco Electronics, where he eventually retired. A devoted member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, Ron was ordained to the Sacred Order of Deacon for the Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana on September 17, 2005. He was a hospital chaplain and was actively involved in several ministries, including the prison ministry and the Haiti ministry. He was also a member of the Serra Club, the Knights of Columbus, and the Secular Franciscans, faithfully serving his church and community throughout his life.

In addition to his wife Rita Morrow, survivors include his children David L. Morrow and the mother of their children Pamela, Brian C. (Heather) Morrow, Scott P. Morrow, Stephanie L. (Tim) Zwiefelhofer, Jason A. (Natalie) Morrow, Karen M. (Mike) Ellis, Kevin J. (Teena) Morrow, and Steven C. (Jenny) Morrow, grandchildren Hannah Morrow, Rachel Morrow, Adam Morrow, Olivia (Zack) Kidwell, Alex Morrow, Jacob Morrow, Ryan Morrow, Isabel Morrow, Joshua Morrow, Abigail Morrow, Emily Morrow, Bradley Morrow, Makayla Ellis, Annalese Ellis, Samuel Ellis, Katelynn Ellis, Quentin Ellis, Trinity Ellis, Blaise Ellis, Leah Morrow, Gavin Morrow, Lauren Morrow, and Ryker Morrow, great-grandchildren Bellamy, Aralynn, and Lachlan Kidwell, brother Richard (Rose) Morrow, and sister Diane (Richard) Ash.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1229 N. Washington St., Kokomo, with Bishop Timothy Doherty the celebrant and Deacon Chuck Springer the homilist. Entombment will follow in Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery with Fr. Christopher Shocklee presiding. Military honors will be provided by the United States Army and the Kokomo VFW Military Rites Team. The Rosary will be offered at 3 p.m. on Friday at the church followed by visitation until 7 p.m. and then a Scripture Service beginning at 7 p.m. with Fr. Dominic Petan presiding. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Ron’s memory to the St. Patrick Catholic Church-Haiti Mission or the Poor Clares. Arrangements have been entrusted to Shirley & Stout Funeral Homes & Crematory in Kokomo. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.

Kenneth Mays

Kenneth Mays, 68, of Tipton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at Howard Community Regional Health. He was born on July 10, 1956, in Tipton, Indiana to his parents Billy & Betty (Lange) Mays.

Kenny attended Tipton High School. He was very community minded and enjoyed helping those in Tipton. He could often be seen riding his bicycle around town, mowing yards, and delivering newspapers. Kenny was very friendly and always had a smile for friends and strangers alike. His compassion for others was a staple of his personality. He truly enjoyed having a servant heart.

In his later years, he enjoyed spending time with his sister Tersea Mays. They would work on crosswords and play Bingo every day. They were not only siblings but best friends, and he will be deeply missed.

Those left to carry on Kenny’s legacy of love is his sister Tersea Mays along with several cousins.

Kenny was welcomed into Heaven by his parents Billy & Betty Mays.

A graveside service celebrating Kenny’s life will take place on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Noon at Fairview Cemetery, located at 418 Fairview Drive in Tipton.

Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home is honored to serve the Mays family in their time of need.

Tim William Meier

Tim William Meier, 65, of Cicero, died unexpectedly on Friday, May 30, 2025, at his home. His family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden passing.

Tim was born to his loving parents Warren and Mary Meier of North Riverside, Illinois, on October 2, 1959.

Tim enlisted in the military and served as a military police officer until he was medically discharged. He wore a lot of different hats in his life, but his time in the military was what he was most proud of aside from being a dad.

Tim enjoyed being in nature. He loved hunting, fishing, camping, and hiking. He was a collector of all things survival related. He loved to talk, tell stories, cook, and tinker with things. He loved his family, and his favorite times were spent with them.

Tim was preceded in death by his parents Warren and Mary Meier.

Tim is survived and missed by his loving wife of 44 years Cheryl, his children Shawna (Eddie) Burke, Timothy (Brooklynn) Meier, Ryan (Kristen) Meier, Allie Meier, and Aimee (Hunter) McGuire, his grandchildren Kaylie (Austin) Barr, Alyssa Burke, Aidan Zaso, Addyson Meier, Anthony Meier, Dominic Meier, Lucas Meier, Jessika (Elliott) Bethel, Bryan Hinton, Synthea Kuppens, Peter Kuppens, and Elizabeth Kuppens, and his great-grandchildren Avery Barr, Ava O’Flinn, Vada Kuppens, and baby boy Kuppens due in August. Tim also leaves behind his older sisters Barb (Ken) Price and Deb (Bill) Dykema along with his beloved nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will take place on Friday, June 13, 2025, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge in Noblesville. Family and friends will be welcomed at 6:00 p.m. with the service starting at 6:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, if you would like to donate to help cover the costs for the family that would be greatly appreciated. Donations can be sent to 29334 N State Road 37, Elwood, Indiana, 46036.

Young-Nichols Funeral Home, Tipton, is honored to assist the Meier family at this difficult time. Condolences for Tim’s family may be left on his obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.

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Susan Jane Hunt

Susan Jane Hunt, age 71, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. She was born June 5, 1953, to the late Robert and Patricia Hunt.

There will be no public service at this time.

Keith Edwin Allen

Keith Edwin Allen, 99, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away on June 2, 2025. He was born on August 13, 1925, in Hartford City, Indiana, the son of Fred Allen and Effie (Trent) Allen. Keith proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II. He retired from Chrysler after over 40 years of employment. On June 27, 1947, he married the late Barbara Shuck. They raised two daughters Vickie Elaine (Larry) Hardin and Onda Marie (Mark) Shambaugh. Keith enjoyed carpentry and was always willing to assist those in need. He also enjoyed playing BINGO and talk with his family and friends. He loved to travel to Las Vegas (Boulder Station) and Laughlin, Nevada, to play BINGO every summer.

He is survived by his daughters Vickie and Onda, three grandchildren Stacie Smith, Courtney (Ryan) Turnpaugh, and Craig Hamblin, and three great-grandchildren Gavin, Jarrin, and Athynn Smith.

All services will remain private. Memorial contributions may be made in Keith's name to the Corkscrew Woodlands Association, 21600 Corkscrew Woodlands Blvd., Estero, Florida 33928. Share a memory with the family at www.ellersmortuary.com.

Rev. Lois Jean Glass

Rev. Lois Jean Glass, 72, of Tipton, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2025. Known by many as "Jeannie," she was born on July 6, 1952, in Carson City, Michigan, to her parents Rev. Robert Bruce White and Patricia (Bunker) White. Jeannie graduated from high school in Michigan in 1970. She went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from Marion College in Indiana.

Jeannie dedicated her life to ministry and actively pursued her calling from 1990 through 2012. In 2000, she was ordained in the Indiana Central District of The Wesleyan Church. She had pastoral responsibilities with several churches in Indiana and Michigan, including Fowler and Tipton, Indiana, and Clio and Sheridan, Michigan. Jeannie fully embraced the pathway the Lord set for her life and allowed it to envelop every aspect. So often people were drawn to her gentle, kind, honest, and maternal nature and would seek her out for principled direction, encouragement, and prayer.

Jeannie always took the time to talk with whomever crossed her path. Her authenticity was felt, and people felt safe in her caring presence. Jeannie was a true prayer warrior, and because of her obedient walk with the Lord, many people understand the unwavering love of Christ.

Jeannie's children fully know what a blessing their mother will always be in their lives. She called out the best in them and encouraged them to be lifelong learners much like herself. Jeannie homeschooled her kids when they were young. She taught them to read and even gave a memorable lesson in dissection.

Jeannie was an excellent cook and baker, made homemade jam, and loved gardening. She also loved reading British mystery novels and was a faithful library patron wherever she lived.

Jeannie had the incredible talent of being able to sew anything, no pattern needed. If she could visualize it in her mind, she could create it. She also crocheted blankets, hand-smocked and embroidered sewing projects, and even learned a little lacemaking. She found many small ways to make the world more beautiful.

Jeannie was also an animal lover and had several cherished dogs and cats over the years and enjoyed feeding the birds.

In her later years, Jeannie was a loving Grandma and enjoyed finding thoughtful gifts for others. She was also a cancer survivor and treated even the chemo treatment room as a space to extend care. She prayed for those she met there long after her treatment was complete.

Her absence will be known and felt, but her life is an example of the impact one humble soul can have on a harsh world. She prayed fervently, invested in others, and encouraged as many people as she could along the pathway of life. Her favorite poem was "If I Can Stop One Heart from Breaking" by Emily Dickinson.

Those left to carry on Jeannie's legacy of love are her children Elizabeth Turner (John) & Ethan Glass (Lori), grandchildren Jack, Eleanor, and Lucy Turner, and Serenity, Corvyn, Carver, and Ronan Glass. Jeannie is also survived by her siblings Rev. Jon White (Linda), Verna Barkman (Dave), and Sarah Nightingale (Rev. Rich), as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and former parishioners.

Jeannie was welcomed into Heaven by her parents Rev. Bruce & Pat White and in-laws Bob & Mary Glass.

A private memorial will be held at a later time.

Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home is honored to serve the Glass family in their time of need.

"She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future. When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instruction with kindness. She carefully watches everything in her household and suffers nothing from laziness. Her children stand and bless her. There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all." Proverbs 31:25-29 NLT