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Circus City Festival, Inc. putting final touches on show, festival
Madelyn Hanson, far left, passes Megan Leavitt (center) to Jason Yoo, far right, during a Flying Trapeze practice. Circus City Festival officials, performers, and volunteers are just a few days away from opening night, Friday, July 15. The Circus will have shows every day July 15-23. The downtown festival will begin July 18. Parade day, in downtown Peru will step off
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at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 23. The final two shows of the circus festival will also take place on July 23. The times are 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. For a full schedule of activities, see the back page of the souvenir section in today’s paper. Photo by Michelle Boswell
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Police Reports
Miami County Sheriff ’s Department June 28 Officers at 365 W 5th St, Peru assisted Peru Police Department with a structure fire. A car vs. deer accident was reported at 5489 S 200 W, Peru. No injuries were reported. The vehicle was driven from the scene. A traffic accident was reported at S U.S. 31 and W St. Rd. 218, Peru. Indiana State Police had checked the area and was unable to locate any crash. A caller at 3031 March St, Peru reported perceived threats from an individual he had initiated contact with. No direct threat was made in the messages he described. Record only. Officers at 1785 E 850 S, Bunker Hill assisted Pipe Creek Fire with a disorderly subject. The subject had left prior to officer arrival. A report of a suicidal subject was taken at 2930 S Hilltop Dr, Apt. 2, Peru. The subject was located in the area and transported to Dukes for evaluation. A traffic accident was reported at 276 E Canal St, Peru. A local crash report was made at this time. A complainant at 2361 W North St, Kokomo wanted to report a license plate that was stolen in Kokomo approximately a year ago. Plate has been entered into IDACS. A welfare check was made on a juvenile at 2955 W 1350 S, Kokomo. Juvenile was not at home. Custodial parent stated he was at a friend’s house. No signs of abuse. Officers responded to the area of 43015 Keesler CT, Peru in reference to a juvenile altercation. This is an ongoing investigation. Officers responded to the area of 501 W 10th St, Lot 2, Hi N Dri Court, Peru for a domestic battery where the suspect was holding a knife.
Domestic disturbance was reported at 2934 S 300 W, Lot 203, Woodland Hills Mobile Home Park, Peru. Indiana State Police handled the call. A noise complaint was taken at 1134 Barksdale Ave, Peru. Neighbors advised they would keep it down. A wanted person was reported at 1921 George Ave, Peru. June 29 A mother at 460 S Elm St, Bunker Hill returned from work and could not locate her 8-year-old daughter. Grandfather did not know where the child was, but stated he thought she might have gone with her aunt. Child was located with her aunt safely. A male was sleeping in his car at S Strawtown Pike and E 500 S, Peru. He was spoken to by officers and stated he would find a better place to stay before leaving. A complainant at 2216 Patrick St, Peru advised that a male subject was given permission to use a bicycle and did not return it. Spoke to the male in question and he advised he left it back at their house where he got it. No further action taken at this time. An unruly juvenile did not want to
go to bed at 2906 S Hilltop Dr, Apt. 7, Peru. All checked okay. A cow was near the roadway at W
200 N and N Mexico Rd, Peru. Animal found its own way back into the enclosure.
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Obituaries Mary Lanore Stuber, 86
Darrell E. Tanner, 72 Darrell E. Tanner, 72, Amboy, passed away Friday morning, July 1, 2022, at Wellbrooke of Kokomo. Born Sept. 6, 1949, in Anderson, Indiana, he was the son of Robert Darrell and Bonnie (Pruitt) Tanner. On Oct. 29, 2000, he was married to Shelley J. Shimer. After graduating from high school, Darrell enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he retired after twenty-one years as a Technical Sergeant. He then went to work in the maintenance department of Tyson Foods for seventeen years. He had been a volunteer fire-
man and was a member of the Patriot Guard, and V.F.W. He loved his family, extended family, horses, and especially his dogs. Survivors include his wife, Shelley Tanner, Amboy; children, Mark Bryant, DE; Chris Bryant, DE; Matthew Tanner, Kokomo; Michael (Kaylaa) Sheppard, Peru; Scott (Andrea) Sheppard, Peru; Carrie (Brad) Ashby, Peru; and Laura (Eric) Rivera, Warsaw;
sixteen grandchildren, seven greatgrandchildren; two sisters, Sandra Vaughn, Anderson; and Theresa Avington, TN; mother-inlaw, Judy Shimer, NC; and brother-inlaw, Scott (April) Shimer, NC; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two daughters, Brandie Steele, and Cara Sheppard; and two great-grandchildren, Nataleigh, and
Haleigh Allen. Visitation was from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 7, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver. A private family graveside service with military rites was held Friday, July 8, 2022, at Salem Cemetery, Bunker Hill. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolencs may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com
Barbara Ellen Kindlesparker, 62 Barbara Ellen Kindlesparker, of Peru, passed away Thursday, July 7, 2022, at her residence after a twoyear battle with liver cancer. She was born Oct. 23, 1959, in Benton, Kentucky to Harry Coombs and Betty (Carson) Coombs. Barb married Danny Kindlesparker in 1991 and he survives. She worked in retail at K-Mart in both Peru and Kokomo for approximately 12 years.
Barb had a smile that could light up an entire room in seconds. She was the kind of woman who wanted to spread joy and make a person smile. Barb was an amazing wife, mother, and grandmother, she was
very soft spoken, but her words had power. She loved being outside either in the pool, gardening, or just sitting out back and enjoying the company of the ones she loved. She is survived by her husband, children; Jacob Kindlesparker of Westfield, Indiana, Nichole Hight of Peru, Indiana, grandchild, Nathan Hight of Peru, Indiana, brothers; George Coombs of North Carolina, Harry Coombs of
Florida, sisters; Leanna Aldridge of Florida, and Robin O’Neill of Kokomo, Indiana. Barb was preceded in death by her parents. Per Barbara’s request, she is being cremated. There will be no services. Arrangements have been entrusted to FlowersLeedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Mary Lanore Stuber, 86, of Peru passed away at 12:55 p.m., Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru. Mary was born in Cayuga, IN on the July 6, 1936, the daughter of Gerald and Mildred Thatcher Allee. She shared her life with her companion Richard Court, and he preceded her in 2007. Mary worked for Lutheran Hospital as the Housekeeping Supervisor, retiring after 25 years and was a member
of the VFW Post 857. Mary is survived by son Michael Johnson and his wife Lynnell of South Dakota, daughter Kathryn Fry and her husband Harold of Logansport, IN, stepdaughter Beatrice Swank and her husband Buzz of
Harold W. Smith, 81 Harold W. Smith, 81, of Peru passed away at 3:37 p.m., Saturday, July 9, 2022, at his residence. He was born in Rensselaer, IN on September 14, 1940, the son of Albert and Ruby Chamberlain Smith. Harold married Beverly Premer on August 3, 1961, and she preceded him on October 9, 2018. Harold was a 1958 graduate of Mt. Ayr High School in Newton County and a member of the Oakdale Baptist Church. He worked as an Engineer, retiring from N & W Railroad. Harold is survived by his children Anthony
(Kim) Smith of Delphi, IN, Andrew Smith of Macy, IN and Jennifer (Chad) White of Terre Haute, IN; grandchildren Jessa (Kyle) Pittman, Hevin (Paul Wieland) Smith, Blaize Smith, Josh (Elizabeth) White, Issacc White, Sarah White, A.J. Smith and Joe (Ashley) Smith; and great grandchildren
Born Oct. 27, 1997, Darryl was a loving son, brother, nephew, grandson, greatgrandson, and a good friend. He liked to play video games,
board games, and Pokemon Go with his dad and uncle from Utah. He is survived by his parents, Darrel and Vonda Smith, Peru; three sisters,
Maddox Pittman, Zhane Pittman, Alex Smith, Xylon Smith, Nevaeh Smith, Xavier Smith and a soon to be adopted additional great granddaughter. In addition to his wife Beverly, Harold was preceded in death by his parents and brother Donald Smith. Services celebrating the life of Harold W. Smith will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made through the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru, IN to the Oakdale Baptist Church.
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Darryl Allen Smith, 24 Darryl Allen Smith, 24, Peru, passed away at 4:19 a.m. Sunday, July 3, 2022, as the result of a motor vehicle accident in Miami County.
Ft. Wayne, IN as well as many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great greatgrandchildren who she loved very much. Mary loved being a grandmother more than anything and was loved so dearly. In addition to her companion Richard Court, Mary was preceded by her parents, son Gerald Johnson and three brothers. A private Graveside Service will be held at Lindenwood Cemetery in Ft. Wayne, IN.
Samantha, Alysha, and Ireane Smith; greatgrandma, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visitation was from 4 p.m. to 6
p.m. Friday, July 8, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, followed by a family gathering at the Smith home in Peru. McClain Fu-
neral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.c om.
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Obituary Mary Louise Nolen, 75 Mary Louise Nolen, 75, Peru, passed away Friday, July 1, 2022, at her residence. Born March 12, 1947, in Logansport, Indiana, she was the daughter of Ashel Wesley and Ruth Marie Crispen Tabler. Mary enjoyed crocheting, playing her handheld Yahtzee game, playing euchre with family and friends, and being involved in get togethers. Mary, even at 75, struggled to see how much she was
loved, but she was loved unconditionally by those that knew and loved her. Mary loved her children and grandchildren dearly, and that always shined so brightly. Mary would have given her last dollar to someone in need, even if that meant she would struggle.
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Mary was a mother, a nana, a greatgrandmother and so much more. When you remember her, her wish would be that you remember the good times and smile, knowing that she is resting high on that mountain with her Heavenly Father. Survivors include her three children, Pammy Tabler (Chris Dodge), Fulton; Nicole Jones (Joseph Fisher), Mexico; and Charlie (Stacey) Nolen, Logansport; nine grandchildren; and
many great-grandchildren; three siblings, Beverly Slisher, Fulton; Larry Tabler, Logansport; and Marcia (Raytrump) Honkomp, Argos. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Paula Conklin; and two brothers, Richard “Dick” Tabler, and Randall Tabler. Visitation was from 10 a.m. until Noon Thursday, July 7, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana.
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