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10/10/2025

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10/08/2025

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10/08/2025

PRAYERS FOR THIS YOUNG MAN AND HIS FAMILY.
Aaron Macias Esparza
October 28, 1993 — October 6, 2025
Logansport Chapel

Aaron Macias Esparza, 31 of Logansport passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 6, 2025 in Kokomo.

He was born on October 28, 1993 in Numaran, Michoacan, Mexico and was the son of Jose Antonio Macias and Silvia Esparza.

He was a 2012 Logansport High School graduate.

Today we remember him with sorrow, and with the deep honor of having known him. Because not everyone gets the blessing of having a dad like him. A man who didn’t need to boast for everyone to know he was that dad. The one who showed up. The one who loved. The one who left a mark. He enjoyed the simple joys of life—fishing, ATV riding, music, and carnitas asadas, his favorite. But what he enjoyed most of all was being a father and a husband. That was his greatest pride, his truest joy. And for him, nothing was impossible.

Survivors include his wife, Gabriela Franco, his children, Adrian, Gabriela and Arely Macias, his mother, Silvia Esparza and his siblings, Mariana Macias (Gustavo Lopez), Wendy Macias (Mario Garcia), Miriam Macias (Thomas Quintero) and Marilyn Macias.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jose Macias.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 11, 2025 at All Saints Catholic Church.

Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, October 10, 2025 at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Marocco Chapel, 119 E. Market St., Logansport.

Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Logansport.

Aaron’s online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

10/06/2025

10/04/2025

Rebecca K. Domer
August 13, 1948 — October 1, 2025
Delphi

Rebecca K. Domer, 77 of Delphi passed away at 7:37 p.m., Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at I.U. Arnett Hospital in Lafayette.

Born on August 13, 1948 in Martinsburg, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Junior and Mildred (Crawford) Baumgardner.

She was a lifelong homemaker. Rebecca enjoyed singing, crocheting and sewing.

Survivors include her children, Stella Moore (Joseph), Barbara Bailey (Neil), Abby Heise, Tammy Allen (Ron) and Ernie Roberts. She is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, David Domer, daughter, Theresa Lake, 2 brothers and 2 sisters.

Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Deer Creek Cemetery in Onward.

Her online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Rebecca K. Domer, please visit our flower store.

10/03/2025

Did you know that you can name a star in a loved one’s memory? You can! If you are interested in learning more about star registration and how to keep your loved one’s memory alive in the night sky, click the link!

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10/03/2025

Russell W. Fry, Sr.
April 29, 1931 — June 26, 2025

Russell William Fry, Sr., a man of deep faith, quiet strength, and generous spirit, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, at the age of 94.

Born on April 29, 1931 to Edgar and Adaleen Fry, Russell lived a life rooted in love—for God, for family, and for the simple pleasures of a good meal and a good glass of wine.

He was a man who never met a stranger, whose warmth and kindness left a lasting impression on everyone he encountered.

Russell graduated from Royal Center High School in 1950 and soon after enlisted in the U.S. Navy at the height of the Korean War. Russell served aboard the USS Chanticleer, a submarine rescue ship. Russell later spent the majority of his professional career with the National Bank’s Trust Department, where he forged countless relationships.

On January 14, 1951, Russell married the love of his life, Ruth Billene Herald. She was the only woman he ever dated, and their marriage lasted nearly 70 years until Billene’s passing in 2020.

In the fall of 1999, Russell and Billene moved back to the farmland of his youth, where, at the age of 70, he helped build the home Billene designed—an extraordinary act of love and craftsmanship from a gifted carpenter. A few years later, they relocated to Noblesville, Indiana, as age and health began to limit their independence.

Russell is survived by five children: Russell Fry Jr. (Teresa) of Daytona Beach Shores, Florida; Terry Fry (Melinda) of Logansport; Susan (Fry) Stanley of Westfield; Laura (Fry) Mayhill of Logansport; and Kristen Fry of Noblesville.

He was a proud grandfather to 16 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

His legacy of kindness, hard work, and love for family will live on through each of them.

He leaves behind a world that is better for his presence in it, and hearts that are fuller because of his love. A life well lived. A man deeply loved. He will be dearly missed.

A memorial service celebrating Russell’s life will be held on October 4, 2025 at 11:00 am at Crooked Creek Christian Church, 7032W CR 325N, Royal Center, Indiana. A burial service for Russell and Billene will immediately follow in the Crooked Creek Christian Church Cemetery.

Russell's online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Crooked Creek Christian Church, PO Box 44, Royal Center, IN 46978 (please write in memo: in honor of Russell Fry).

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Russell W. Fry, Sr., please visit our flower store.

10/01/2025

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10/01/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we encourage everyone out there – both men and women – to make an appointment with your doctor for a wellness check-up.

09/28/2025

Rendell H. Lawson
October 20, 1939 — September 26, 2025
Winamac Chapel

Rendell H. Lawson, 85 of Rochester walked home with Jesus at 3:36 p.m. Friday, September 26, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Born on October 20, 1939 in Garrett, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Ed and Harriett (Salisbury) Lawson.

He was a U.S. Army veteran serving from 1956 to 1959 in Korea. After his years of service he worked as a general superintendent and spent most of his career working for McMahon-O’Connor and PACE Construction.

He was an avid gardener, outdoorsman, musician and devoted father, grandfather, husband, brother, uncle and friend.

Rendell was a proud member of Denham Freewill Baptist Church and loved sharing the love and word of Jesus.

He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Anna (Moore) Lawson, children, Venita Peterson (Dwight), Huey Lawson (Vicki), Anthony Lawson (Jacquie) and Dawn Holtmeyer (Scott), daughter-in law, Cheryl Lawnson, brother, George Lawson and sister, Brenda Turner. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.

He was welcomed into Heaven by his son, John Lawson, his parents, grandchildren, Taylor, Sterling and Kingsley and brothers, James Estel Lawson and Jimmy Lawson.

Services will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Winamac Chapel, 110 N. Sally Dr., Winamac with Rev. Mike Noble officiating.

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at the funeral home.

Burial with military rites will be performed at Fulton I.O.O.F. Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Shriner’s Hospital for Children.

Rendell’s online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared with the Lawson family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Rendell H. Lawson, please visit our flower store

09/26/2025

Digital estate planning is a big part of getting your affairs organized. Many companies now provide a way to ensure that you can give trusted friends and family access to your accounts after your passing. For Google, this is the Inactive Account Manager. To learn more about this function, how it benefits you, and how it fits into your digital estate plan, click the link!

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