Diane H. Osborn, Vicki Darlene (Heiny) Lytle, Donna Denise (Sandlin) Phillips, Robert J. Zimmerman

Diane H. Osborn

Diane H. Osborn, 82, of Walton, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026, at Franciscan Health in Lafayette. She was born May 21, 1943, in Logansport to Boyd D. and Harriet O. (Carter) Saunders. She married Clarence Osborn on July 10, 1981, in Walton, Indiana, and he preceded her in death on May 24, 2011.

Diane retired from Switches in Logansport with many years of service. She also worked for American Foods for 12 years and at the Kokomo Speedway in concessions. She was a member of the Rusty Nuts Car Club, the Eagles Lodge both in Kokomo and Logansport, the American Legion Post #60, the VFW Post #3790 in Logansport, and she was very active in the Gold Crown Bowling League in Logansport.

Surviving family include her son Kira Saunders of Logansport; her stepchildren Roy Osborn of Kokomo; Sue (Larry) Adcock of Burrows; Bill Osborn of Walton; and Rose (Eric) Thomas of Logansport. She is also survived by two grandsons Brandon Wilson and Tanner Saunders, both of Logansport, and several step-grandchildren. Diane is preceded in death by her parents, husband Clarence, and brother Boyd.

Funeral services will be held at 12 noon, Friday, March 13, 2026, at Murray Weaver Funeral Home in Galveston with Kelly Spencer officiating. Burial will follow in Ever Rest Memorial Park Cemetery in Logansport. Friends and family may visit from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services Friday at the funeral home. Murray Weaver Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. www.murrayweaverfuneralhome.com

Vicki Darlene (Heiny) Lytle

Vicki Darlene (Heiny) Lytle, 84 years old, of Kokomo, passed away 12:03 p.m. Friday, March 6, 2026, at Bloom of Kokomo. She was born in Alexandria, IN, on February 22, 1942, the daughter of the late Edward J. and Lois Louise (Unger) Heiny. On July 20, 1959, she married Robert E. “Bulldog” Lytle, and he preceded her in death on February 27, 2011.

Vicki retired from Delco Electronics as an hourly shipping clerk. She was proud of the 30 years of service and hard work she dedicated. She will be remembered for her bubbly personality and loving her friends and family in a big way. Vicki took great pride in her appearance, never leaving the house without looking her absolute best. She was a faithful member of Judson Road Christian Church. She was dedicated to a Women’s Euchre Club for more than 40 years. Vicki had a tight-knit relationship with her sisters and was so supportive in attending her grandchildren’s sporting events.

Vicki is survived by her children Bradley D. (Carol) Lytle, Michelle (Bill Pierce) VanMeter, and James (Monica) Lytle; sisters Rita Hall and Connie (David) VanBibber; grandchildren Brandi Lytle, Carsen (Kalie) Lytle, Jeff (Kristen) Butler, Keegan (Carlie) Lytle, Rob (Mandi) Butler, and AJ (Kynzie) Metcalf; great-grandchildren Emma Butler, Brady Butler, Abbie Butler, Bennet Butler, and Maverick Metcalf; brother-in-law Dusty (Joyce) Lytle; and sister-in-law Sally Stilwell.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sisters Sondra (Bob) Reel and Sharon (Fred) Granson, and brothers-in-law Jack Hall, Bill (Marcia) Lytle, Doug (Anette) Lytle, and Roger (Deanie) Lytle.

The family would like to thank the staff at Bloom Assisted Living and to AseraCare Hospice for the excellent care they gave Vicki.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 10 a.m. to Noon Friday, March 13, 2026, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo, IN 46902. A memorial service celebrating Vicki’s life will begin Noon on Friday at the funeral home with Dr. Cary Green officiating. Private entombment will take place in Sunset Memory Garden. Contributions may be made in Vicki’s memory to the Howard County Special Olympics. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.

Donna Denise (Sandlin) Phillips

Donna Denise (Sandlin) Phillips, 57, of Lafayette, IN, passed away 6:56 a.m. Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent – Carmel. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on May 18, 1968, the daughter of Donald Ray and Vada Lee (Sumner) Sandlin. On July 6, 2024, she married Erik Phillips, and he survives.

Donna was a 1986 graduate of Carroll High School. She earned a degree in cosmetology and formerly worked as a hairdresser. She also worked at Chrysler for 11 years. Donna was a good soul who was very social with people and never knew a stranger. She took great care of her family and pets, especially her dog Gigi and her cat named Cupcake. Her favorite hobbies were shopping and singing karaoke. She was a member of A & D Biker Ministries in Lafayette, IN, where she sang on the worship team.

In addition to her husband Erik, she is survived by her children Holden Donald Ewing Karnes and Mason Gregory Karnes; parents Donald and Vada Sandlin; sister Millie (Shawn) Barnard; stepchildren Corianne Noelle Phillips and Benjamin Allen Scott-Phillips; nieces Shalyn Rayne Barnard and Raylee Ann Barnard; father- and mother-in-law Tim and Nancy Phillips; and brother-in-law Mark (Bonnie) Phillips.

She was preceded in death by her brother Donald Ray Sandlin Jr.

Friends are invited to visit with the family from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Stout & Son Funeral Home – Neptune Chapel, 44 Michigan Street, Burlington, IN 46915. A funeral service celebrating Donna’s life will begin noon on Saturday at the funeral home with Pastor Mark Phillips officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Lawn Cemetery in Flora. Contributions may be made in Donna’s name to Stout & Son Funeral Home to assist with final expenses. A link will be available on Donna’s obituary page to contribute online directly toward the expenses. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.stoutandson.com.

Robert J. Zimmerman

Robert J. Zimmerman, age 86, of Logansport, passed away Saturday March 7, 2026, at 4:36 p.m. in Chase Center.

He was born August 13, 1939, in Logansport to the late Joseph and Edna Louise (Schreyer) Zimmerman. On March 23, 1961, he married Chiquita A. “Chick” Holloway, who preceded in death on July 9, 2025.

Bob retired from Exide Battery Factory. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He enjoyed fishing, taking pictures, and the history of Logansport. He enjoyed spending time in his yard, gardening and taking care of his flowers. Bob also enjoyed making memories with his entire family.

Surviving Bob are two daughters Kimberly Sue (Mark) Glass of Kokomo and Kelly (Mike) Grandstaff of Logansport; one son Troy (Dana) Zimmerman of Logansport; one brother James (Barbara) Zimmerman of Logansport; 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren, several nieces, and several nephews.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, one son Timothy J. Zimmerman, and his faithful dog Macy.

A celebration of life service will be held at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 2026, in the Grace Fellowship Church with Pastor Jim Zimmerman officiating.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services at Grace Fellowship Church.

Memorial contributions, in memory of Bob, may be made to Grace Fellowship Church

You may sign Bob’s guest book and send online condolences to the family at www.gundrumcares.com