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10/27/2025

Today is Navy Day! With a history dating back to 1775 and including many illustrious historical figures, the Navy has a lot to be proud of. Do you know any sailors who are currently serving or served in the past? We'd love to join you in honoring their commitment and sacrifice.

10/27/2025

10/26/2025

Today is Visit a Cemetery Day! Whether you want to honor a loved one's life or simply take part in history, consider stopping by the local cemetery for a moment. Say a few words and honor the lives of those who came before us because their lives brought us to who we are today.

10/24/2025

Are you looking for a way to help a grieving child express their feelings this fall? Children are often very interested in arts and crafts, so these 10 remembrance crafts may be just what you need. Click the link to learn more!

Are you looking for a creative way to help your grieving child express their feelings this fall season? Check out these 10 remembrance crafts!

10/23/2025

Elias R. Jimenez

Elias R. Jimenez, 69, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Born in Santiago Capitiro, Mexico on July 31, 1956, Elias was the son of Manuel and Enedina (Ramirez) Jimenez.

On November 19, 1979, Elias married Josefina Ramirez. He held a dedicated career with Akron Foundry and later Plymouth Foundry before his retirement in 2018. Being a provider for his family was important to Elias. He was the happiest when his family was together and he was extremely proud of his children. Elias found a new joy in life when he became a grandfather; always spoiling his granddaughters with their favorite treats after he picked them up from school.

Those who knew Elias knew that he was an easygoing man that found joy in the simple things in life. Whether it was working in his vegetable garden or preparing his famous pancakes for this family, if he was with his family, he was a happy man.

Proud of his family heritage, Elias was overjoyed to be able to share his family home in Mexico with those he loved most. He shined as he showed off what he worked so hard for. Elias also looked forward to visiting his family in Texas and Florida.

Elias is survived by his beloved wife, Josefina; children, Elias (Anna) Jimenez, Lissandro (Erica) Jimenez, and Jenny (Jorge) Figueroa; granddaughters, Eliana, Viviana, Juliana, Oliviana, and Ava in addition to Baby Fig on the way. Also surviving are his siblings, Maria, Lupe, Jamie and Augustine; as well as many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Enedina; and siblings, Rafael and Manuel.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 27, 2025 from 1-3PM at St. Michael Catholic Church, 612 N. Walnut Street, Plymouth, IN 46563. Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow at 3PM with Fr. Fernando Jimenez officiating.

Burial will take place at St. Michael Catholic Cemetery in Plymouth.

Memorial contributions can be directed to St. Michael Catholic School, 612 N. Center Street, Plymouth, IN 46563.

Elías R. Jiménez, de 69 años, falleció pacíficamente el miércoles 22 de octubre de 2025. Nacido en Santiago Capitiro, México, el 31 de julio de 1956, Elías era hijo de Manuel y Enedina (Ramírez) Jiménez.

El 19 de noviembre de 1979, Elías se casó con Josefina Ramírez. Desarrolló una carrera dedicada en Akron Foundry y posteriormente en Plymouth Foundry antes de jubilarse en 2018. Ser el sustento de su familia era importante para Elías. Era más feliz cuando su familia estaba junta y estaba sumamente orgulloso de sus hijos. Elías encontró una nueva alegría en la vida al convertirse en abuelo; siempre consintiendo a sus nietas con sus dulces favoritos después de recogerlas de la escuela.

Quienes conocieron a Elías sabían que era un hombre tranquilo que encontraba alegría en las cosas sencillas de la vida. Ya fuera trabajando en su huerto o preparando sus famosos panqueques para su familia, si estaba con ellos, era un hombre feliz.

Orgulloso de su herencia familiar, Elías estaba encantado de poder compartir su hogar familiar en México con sus seres queridos. Brilló al mostrar lo que tanto trabajo le había costado conseguir. Elías también ansiaba visitar a su familia en Texas y Florida.

A Elías le sobreviven su amada esposa, Josefina; sus hijos, Elías (Anna) Jiménez, Lissandro (Erica) Jiménez y Jenny (Jorge) Figueroa; sus nietas, Eliana, Viviana, Juliana, Oliviana y Ava, además el bebé Fig en camino. También le sobreviven sus hermanos, María, Lupe, Jamie y Agustín; así como numerosos sobrinos y sobrinas.

Le precedieron en la muerte sus padres, Manuel y Enedina; y sus hermanos, Rafael y Manuel.

El velatorio se llevará a cabo el lunes 27 de octubre de 2025, de 1-3PM en la Iglesia Católica de San Miguel, ubicada en 612 N. Walnut Street, Plymouth, IN 46563. La misa de entierro cristiano se celebrará inmediatamente después a la 3PM, oficiada por el Padre Fernando Jiménez.

El entierro se llevará a cabo en el Cementerio Católico de San Miguel en Plymouth.

Las donaciones en su memoria pueden dirigirse a la Escuela Católica de San Miguel, ubicada en 612 N. Center Street, Plymouth, IN 46563.

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10/22/2025

We’re out at Trunk or Treat tonight at Autumn Trace Senior Communities - Plymouth! 🎃 👻 ⚰️ 🪦

10/22/2025

As we age, our bodies slow down and just can’t do what they used to do. But a physical therapist can help! Check out this article to discover how a little PT can go a long way to making you feel more mobile, more flexible, more balanced, and even more coordinated.

The benefits of physical therapy for older adults range from falls prevention to increased mobility and flexibility that can help you stay active. Learn more about what a physical therapist is, how to choose one, and how to prepare for your first PT appointment.

10/22/2025

Harvey Dale Leed

Harvey Dale Leed, 86, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025 at his daughter, Autumn’s home in Argos, where he resided for the past year and a half. The son of Victor and Vada (Wright) Leed, Harvey was born on August 5, 1939 in Lapaz, breach at home.

In Harvey’s youth, he set three track records with LaPaz High School that still stand over 50 years later; only one was broken in that timeframe by a 3rd cousin of Harvey. He was known for being a bare-knuckle fighter with many rumbles with surrounding school kids as his reputation grew. Harvey was known for protecting the underdogs and never backing down. In his late teens, Harvey was a dedicated body builder and boxer that spanned for over 20 years. He dedicated his life to staying healthy and maintained his weight within a 20-pound range. He was very disciplined with his nutrition, weight and activity. He truly was Daniel Boone & Davey Crocket rolled into one. His strength was showcased the day that he retired the famous Orangutang named Boo at the LaPorte Fair after winning a fight against Boo. A story his brother Mike still tells to this day.

He was a proud member of the Ironworkers Union Local 50, having a successful career in Ironworking and construction. Family being at the heart of what Harvey loved most, he cherished their time spent together. There are countless family memories of holidays spent together. Five generations of summer vacations were spent at School Section Lake in Michigan at the Little Red Cabin.

He was the happiest when he was outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman; whether it was hunting deer, coyote, rabbits, c**n, squirrels, elk, or mushrooms, Harvey learned to live off the land. In his retirement he became an avid bird watcher and fed them daily. Almost every year for 50 years, he traveled out west to Wyoming, Colorado and Montana for fall hunting trips. Many of his sons, son in laws, friends, coworkers joined him throughout the years. For over a decade, he mastered his garden skills with his 10-acre strawberry farm that taught his kids and neighborhood kids a strong work ethic.

A nationally recognized dog trainer and c**n hunter. Harvey had people travel from all over the United States in hopes of getting one of the hounds he trained personally. His legendary skills were featured in Full Cry Magazine many times and was a published author in several editions. Harvey was a Grand World Champion of C**n Hunting. His training skills & hounds were highly sought after competing at Autumn Oaks and Green Castle competitions. Harvey was a lifetime member of the Wyatt C**n Hunting Club.

One of Harvey’s biggest passions was trees; he would stop his family to admire a beautiful tree and was a true conservationist at heart. Harvey frequently said that there truly wasn’t a woods that he hadn’t been in and knew every tree within a minimum 100-mile radius from his home. The woods and nature truly were his happy places. Harvey believed that trees saved the world.

Harvey always had a smile and wanted to make people laugh and feel welcomed. The small little house and kitchen table always had a space open for the countless friends and family that came to sit for a spell with him and his wife Barbara Jean at the farm. He was famously known for his love of the ladies, complimenting and saying “if I just had a blond under each arm”. He never met a flavor of ice cream he didn’t love.

Harvey found God later in life and was baptized along with his youngest son, Tanner at Solid Rock Church in Rochester in November 2024.

Harvey was blessed with 10 children, Kimberly Leed, Randy (Colleen) Gaines, William (Jodie) Gaines, Tracy Leed, Shane (Shelli) Leed, Regina Kaser, Autumn (Shane Rucker) Leed, Cody (Kim) Leed, Jennifer Leed, Tanner Leed and his bonus son, Matt McCray; 25 grandchildren, Chris (Kellyjo) Leed, Aaron (Colleen) Gaines, Travis Mechling, Ashton Gaines, Tiffany Mechling, Bryttenny (Matthew) Sands, Summer (Tyler) Plummer, Blake (Sandy) Gaines, Josey (Michael) Leed, Cassandra (Natasha) O’Hara, Haley (Chris) Leed, Shacoda (Tyler) Betz, Shaylee (Cole) Prathaftakis, Wryanne (Kyle) Leed, Hanna Leed, Kolton (Zoe) Kaser, Aiden (Taylor) Manges, Karter Kaser, Alydiah Leed, Keagan Stanley, Miles McCray, Terryn Eisenhardt, Mallee McCray, Tennessee Leed, Billie Jo Leed; 32 great-grandchildren and 2 on-the-way, Braxton Leed, Kyle Mechling, Joshua Gaines, Nathaniel Leed, Talon Craig, Austin Andert, Gavin Gaines, Audrey Collins, Vera Plummer, Breklin Dickson, Axton Collins, Evelyn Plummer, Bentley Weaver, George Sands, Karm Prathaftakis, Austin Collins, Indika Brenner, Monty Plummer, Gwendolyn Sands, Milo Gaines, Cooper Betz, Chase Prathaftakis, Bradley Prathaftakis, Luka Gaines, Wrenley Overmyer, Declan Gaines, Vaeda Bleile, Dawson Betz, Grantt Sands, Rae Bleile, Elias Betz, and Brynlynn Gaines; and brother, Victor “Mike” (Carol) Leed , his lifelong best friend & sister, Sally (Wayne) Griggs. He is already dearly missed by so many.

As a new cat owner, he will truly be missed by his Redhaired Marla.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Vada; daughter, Kimberly Leed; brothers, Gary and Roger Leed; infant sister, Janet Leed; wife & love of his life, Barbara Jean; first wife, Becky Leininger; granddaughter, Tennessee Kate Leed; and life-long friends, Larry McCray, Mike Levy & Duane Dicus.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 11AM-1PM at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth, IN 46563. Funeral Services will be held at 1PM with son-in-law Shane Rucker & son Cody officiating.

Pallbearers are: Harvey’s sons: Cody Leed, Tanner Leed, Tracy Leed, Randy Gaines, William Gaines, Matt McCray and grandsons: Kolton Kaser, Aiden Manges, Karter Kaser & Keagan Stanley

Harvey will be laid to rest at Fair Cemetery in North Liberty, IN.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be directed to the Center for Hospice Care, 1419 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth, IN 46563. In honor of Harvey’s love of trees, please consider a donation to the Jasper Pulaski Tree Nursery, 15508 W. 700 N., Medaryville, IN 47957.

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10/22/2025

Floyd LeRoy Ferguson

Floyd LeRoy Ferguson, 91, passed away unexpectedly on October 21, 2025 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Plymouth. Born on February 15, 1934 in Bremen, Floyd was the son of Charles and Villa Fern Ferguson.

Floyd proudly graduated from Argos High School in 1952. He went on to marry Carol Cramer on October 4, 1953 in Kokomo and together they raised their children, William, Floyd, and Steven. Floyd held a dedicated career with UPS for over 25 years before his retirement in 1992.

In his free time, Floyd enjoyed working on various woodworking projects. He took immense pride in the projects he made and meticulously ensured they were to his standard.

Through the years, Floyd embodied being a family man. He made cherished memories with his family camping in the area when the children were growing up and on the monthly camping trip with the Pathfinders Camping Association. When he earned the role of being a grandfather, Floyd found a new joy in life. He and Carol spent winters in Winter Haven, FL for twenty-six years, where they enjoyed the warmth of the Florida sun.

Surviving is his beloved wife, Carol; children, William (Deb) Ferguson, Floyd (Sandra) Ferguson, and Steven (Angie) Ferguson; grandchildren, William, Andrew, Matthew, Kelsie, Kayla, Samantha, Stevie, and Noah; eleven great-grandchildren; brother, Lloyd (Linda) Ferguson; sister-in-law, Nancy (Jim) Winger; along with many nieces and nephews.

Floyd is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Villa; siblings, Violet Ham, Bernice Ott, Melvin Ferguson, Robert Ferguson, Margie Albright, Donald Ferguson, and Clifford Ferguson; in-laws, Arden and Julia Cramer; and brother-in-law, Francis Cramer.

Family and Friends are welcome to visit on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 1-3PM at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth, IN 46563.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be left for the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692.

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10/21/2025

It’s Family History Month! What’s the funniest, weirdest, or happiest thing you know about your family’s history (if you’re willing to share)?

10/18/2025

Shirley Maria Rowe

Shirley Maria Rowe, 88, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 17, 2025 at Pilgrim Manor in Plymouth. The daughter of Michael and Ethel (Jewel) Miloserny, Shirley was born on August 28, 1937 in Plymouth.

Shirley proudly graduated from Plymouth High School in 1956. She went on to marry Paul Rowe on June 10, 1956 and lovingly raised their children, Lisa and Scott.

Shirley is survived by her daughter Lisa Horning and grandson, Jay Paul Horning.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Michael and Ethel; beloved husband, Paul; son, Scott; son-in-law, John; and half-brother, Robert Keyser.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 10AM-12PM at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth, IN 46563. Memorial services will immediately follow at 12PM with Fr. Jay Horning officiating.

Burial will take place at Bremen Cemetery.

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