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Two Peruvians plan to open recording studio By Michelle Boswell mboswell@thepaperofmiami.com Two local men are raising funds to design and open a music and media studio for Peru/Miami County. Patrick Redmon and Karl Rosenow plan to make this studio available for educational purposes as well as a studio for local bands and musicians. The Peru residents are building the studio on the upper floor inside the Miami County Artisan Gallery (MCAG), 20 North Broadway, Peru. “We hope to make it a non-profit community outreach effort,” Redmon said. Rosenow will conduct his media business from the studio while it also serves the community. Rosenow envisions teaching classes to students and getting involved with the schools in some way as well as offering very affordable recording and media services. Redmon said Marlene Mickelson, owner of MCAG, has been very supportive of the endeavor Redmon and Rosenow are taking on. “Marlene and Karl have long wanted to implement a recording studio in the gallery, though it will be an independent entity and is renting space from the gallery,” said Redmon. Right now, the focus is on getting the studio built. They are asking the community to help them take the dream and make it a reality through donations.
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local community sites on Facebook. It can also be found through indiegogo.com. Items can be donated such as studio monitors, microphones, musical instruments, cameras, etc. If one would like to donate items, they ask you contact them first to make sure the item is needed at that time. You can call 765-469-5421 to ask questions about the project. Currently, their needs are acoustic foam, computers, nearfield studio monitors, studio headphones, drums, guitars, horns, keyboards, drum machines, tube preamps, microphones, keyboard controllers, software, cameras, dslr sound proofing. For those unfamiliar with Patrick Redmon and Karl Rosenow are raising funds to build recording studio. Indiegogo, the company describes itself as “a platform to fund ingenRedmon and Rosenow put out a “The impact we hope to make is to ious, work-in-progress products and message on social media outlining help give all Miami County creatives ideas. Although contributing to a what their plans are and how it will the opportunity to develop their campaign is not the same as purchasbenefit the community. products to publish to market, or if ing a product, when you support a “…we're looking to offer educational they simply wish to play for a select crowdfunding project, you help bring opportunities in the recording arts few, that's fine too. We also would ideas to life.” There is a place to for young adults to help advance like to teach educational classes to check FAQ that will help answer Miami County. Our goal is to build a learn how to work in a studio setting many questions that often come up professional audio/visual recording and get started in audio engineerwhen using this type of platform. studio to attract new and veteran ing.” Redmon and Rosenow have set a artists, looking to publish and marThe biggest challenge facing the goal of $17,000 to make it possible to ket their music and other creative two is the funding needed to get the bring this studio to fruition in downworks. We are looking to offer grants, studio in operation. Special studio town Peru. scholarships, and low-cost options to equipment is needed and that is Redmon summed up the enthusihelp musicians, film makers, or stuwhere the public can help. Redmon asm he and Rosenow have about this dents to achieve their goals.” and Rosenow ask the public to share project and what it will bring to the The impact they foresee in this their campaign, which can be found community. community was also outlined for the on Facebook. Redmon has shared a “I think it will be awesome to have public. video to friends, family, and other it available in Peru!”
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Community Calendar Every Monday 10:30 a.m. – Movers and Shakers, a music and movement program at the Peru Public Library. Ages 0-5. Every Tuesday 10 a.m. – Every Tuesday, one dozen regular (no specialty) doughnuts can be purchased for $12 directly from Joe DeRozier. $6 goes directly to the Policemen and Firemen Appreciation fund. Contact DeRozier on Mondays before 10 a.m. to place an order. Doughnuts need to be picked up be-
fore 10 a.m. on Tuesdays. DeRozier can be reached through his personal Facebook page to place orders. 10:30 a.m. – Story time at the Peru Public Library. Noon - 3 p.m. – Wanted – Senior Pinochle players are invited to play every Tuesday at the Miami County Senior Center, 661 E. Main Street, Peru. The cost is fifty cents. For more information, contact Annie Speth at 765-4733209. Every Thursday 4:30 p.m. – Lego
Club at the Peru Public Library. Jan. 26 5 p.m. – First practice for Champion Force Cheer of Peru - CFA Peru Prestige Cheer. Join the State and Nationally ranked program. Fall registration is now open. Champion Force Cheer welcomes boys and girls ages 4-18 from all areas and no experience is necessary. This program promotes physical fitness, develops teamwork skills, builds self-confidence. Participants will learn jumps,
stunts, dance and more. Each D1-D3 class is $9 per week. There is a non-refundable registration fee of $10 due the first week of class. All payments are done online. To register go to: https://erp.championforce.com/Cla ssSearchList and enter class code (7150) Classes will be held every Wednesday night and run for 45 minutes at the Miami County Fairgrounds. Class times are: D1 (ages 4-6) - 5 p.m., D2 (ages 7-9) - 5:55 p.m., and D3 (ages 10+) - 6:50 p.m. Feb. 5 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Homemade Carryout dinner/Bake Sale fundraiser at Parkview United
Methodist Church, 1785 South St. Road 19, Peru. The meal includes BBQ pulled pork sandwich, baked beans, coleslaw, au gratin potatoes. $10. Beverage, dessert, containers of chili and pork will also be available for carry-out. Call 765473-5526 with questions.
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS OF HEARING ON PROPOSED CUMULATIVE FIRE FUND Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers of the Harrison Township, Miami County, Indiana that the Township Advisory Board will consider at Church of Hope, 101 E Mill St, Amboy, IN at 7:00 pm on February 9th, 2022, the establishment of a Cumulative Fire Fund under the provisions of Indiana Code 36-8-14-2 for the purposes as follows:
"For all uses as set out in IC 36-8-14-2" The tax will be levied on all taxable real and personal property within the taxing district and will not exceed $.0333 per $100 of assessed valuation. The proposed fund will be levied beginning with taxes due and payable in the year 2023. Taxpayers appearing at such hearing shall have the right to be heard thereon. The proposal for establishment of the Cumulative Fire Fund is subject to approval by the Department of the Local Government Finance. Within 30 days· after the date of the adoption of the cumulative fire fund by the Harrison Township Advisory Board, the Trustee will publish a Notice of Adoption. Upon publication of the Notice of Adoption, 10 (ten) or more taxpayers in the taxing district may file a petition with the Miami County Auditor not later than noon 30 days after the publication of the Notice of Adoption setting forth their objections to the proposed fund. Dated this 12th day of January, 2022. Harrison Township Advisory Board
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Food Pantry to be in Miami County The Mobile Food Pantry will be at Parkview United Methodist Church, 1785 St. Road 19, Peru, Wednesday, Jan.26, at 11 a.m. It is being sponsored by the Indiana Department of Health. This is a drivethru distribution and no one should arrive before 10:30 a.m. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the organizers ask that all who will be receiving food remain in their vehicles.
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Obituaries Gerald “Jerry” M. Field, 81 Gerald “Jerry” M. Field passed away Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at Dukes Memorial Hospital in Peru. He was born Oct. 14, 1940, in Marion, Ohio, to Henry Thomas Field and Zelma (Jackson) Field. Gerald married Mary (Bitzell) Field on Aug. 5, 1978, and she survives. He was truly the best dad, grandpa, and husband. Jerry worked at Chrysler as a heat treat specialist. He enjoyed bowling, golfing, and taking vacations. He was also a member of the Moose and Peru Maennerchor. Jerry is survived by his wife; children, Sherry Kay (Lewis) Frampton of Florida, Scott (Christina) Field, Ronald “Ray” (Dawn) Copeland of Wabash, Ramona (Ernie) Holbrook of Wabash, Indiana, Reneé Eads, Rhonda (Mike L.) Selleck of Peru; 35 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, several greatgreat grandchildren; and a brother, Tom Field of Lakevilla, Illinois. He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Frieda, Helen, Barb, Loretta, Mary Ann, Zelma; and brothers, Henry and Kenneth. Visitation was held Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The funeral service followed at 1 p.m. with pastor Phil Troxell officiating. Burial took place at Ever-Rest Memorial Park in Logansport, Indiana. Military rites were provided by the Miami County Military Rites team. Memorial contributions can be made to The Moose-Post 249 or VFW Post2067. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
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Harold Franklin “Frank” Rogers, 71 Elizabeth “Liz” Ann Gamble, 66 Harold Franklin “Frank” Rogers, 71, passed away Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in his home. He was born on July 9, 1950, in Powell County, Kentucky to Damon and Pauline Rogers. Frank was one of fourteen children. He met the love of his life, Joan Rogers, in the Eighth grade and they have been inseparable ever since. Frank and Joan married Aug. 9, 1968. Together, they had three children. Frank joined the United States Air Force in 1972 and served for 20 years. He retired in 1992 and after retirement he spent his free time remodeling their home to become their dream. He enjoyed wood working and crafting. He was a handy man throughout his life, always willing to lend his helping hand and repair anything anyone needed help with. He loved babying his favorite little girl, Mystery. He loved spending time with his family and especially watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow. Frank is survived by his wife, Joan; son, James (Melly) Rogers; daughter, Kimberly Rogers; and daughter, Tabitha (DeWayne) Brooks. Also surviving are his grandchildren; Michael (Jamie) Rogers and their two children, Jaina and Allie; Kayla (Asher) DeKat and their child, Melody; Sonney (Carissa) Ornelas; Franki Lynn (Zakary) Steele and their three children, Maysen, Manson, and Marley; Dallas (Jacob) Leal and their 4 children, Gabriel, Aylan, Hudson, and a little boy on the way; Brandt (Shianne) Wyatt and their two children, Aspen and Maiya; Dylan (Brittany) Miller and their child, Esmae; and Anthony Miller and his “child”, Cheesecake. The family is hosting a private celebration of life for Frank on his birthday. Joan has asked that if any family or friends would like to host their own celebration of life for Frank to please do so. She knows that he will be with you all in spirit and would love to have everyone come together in their own special way to remember him as you all do. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Elizabeth “Liz” Ann Gamble, 66, of Peru, passed away Sunday Jan. 9, 2022, at Dukes Memorial Hospital. She was born Dec. 3, 1955, in Massena, New York, to Ralph E. and Sara L. Aungst. She married Walter Jarrett in 1978 and was widowed in 1994. She met Larry Gamble, Jr., in 2001 and they wed in Feb. 2013. Liz served in the Navy from 1975 to 1980 where she served as a Nurse. She worked at McDonald’s in Peru from 2002 to 2016 where she was able to retire as the Store Manager. She attended the Parkview United Methodist Church of Peru and she enjoyed reading, fishing, camping, and playing bingo. She found great joy in watching and supporting her children and grandchildren in everything they did. She could often be seen (and heard) at the ballfields and dance recitals where her grandkids were participating. She will be forever remembered as having the biggest heart and giving out the best hugs. She loved with all of her heart and if she called you “friend,” she was likely your biggest cheerleader. She was never afraid to be different and always stood up for her beliefs. She always willingly gave to those who were in need. She is survived by her husband, Larry Gamble, Jr., of Peru, her son Greg (Stacey) Jarrett of North Manchester, daughter Renae Jarrett of Peru, son Larry (Brittany) Gamble III, Peru, and daughter Melissa DeMatteo, Culver. She leaves behind 14 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and her furbabies Pookie and Shadow. She is also survived by her brothers John Aungst of Knoxville, Tennessee, James Aungst of Knoxville, Tennesse, and her sister Sallie (Bill) Martin of Taylorsville, North Carolina, as well as several brother and sister-in-laws, nieces and nephews from South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee. Celebration of life was held at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana, Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022. The visitation was from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., with the military service, provided by the VFW, beginning at 3 p.m. The memorial service immediately followed with pastor Tim Powers officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Debra E. VanHoose, 56 Debra E. VanHoose, 56, passed away Friday, Jan. 7, 2022, at Dukes Memorial Hospital in Peru. She was born Oct. 29, 1965, to Harvey and Janet (Rogers) Davis. She married Keith VanHoose Dec. 31, 1988, and he survives. Debra enjoyed spending her time cooking, crafting, fishing, attending church, and maintaining her yard. She was also a member of Family Fellowship Church of God. She is survived by her husband; son, Keith (Ashley) VanHoose of Peru; brothers, Daniel Davis of Peru, and William (Lisa) Davis also of Peru. Debra is preceded in death by her parents. Visitation was held Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at the Family Fellowship Church of God, 360 Harrison Avenue, Peru, Indiana, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The funeral service followed at 2 p.m. with pastors Randy Shinolt, Adam Wolfe, and Jeff Tinney officiating. Burial took place at Mount Hope Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
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Obituaries Charles (Charlie) D. Myers, 59
Esther Kinsella, 84
Rosemary Louise Swanson, 88
Neva Mae Worl, 87
Charles (Charlie) D. Myers, 59, of Peru, passed away unexpectedly at his home Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022. Charlie was born in Hazard, Kentucky, Feb. 5, 1962, to Elsie DeHart and Bill Myers. He graduated from Peru High School in 1981 and worked at Stella Cheese in Peru until his retirement. Charlie enjoyed woodworking, spending time with family and friends, watching NASCAR or his favorite TV show, The Big Bang Theory, fishing, and working on his automobiles. He is survived by his son; Kyle (Michelle) Myers of Greenfield, Indiana, grandchildren; Logan, Seth, and Erik Myers all of Greenfield, Indiana, sisters; Angie (Steve) Legg of Peru, and Sarah Fleetwood of Kalamazoo, Michigan, nephews; Alex and Cody Legg of Peru, and Trenton (Chelsea) Napier of Kalamazoo, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elsie DeHart and Bill Myers. A private memorial of immediate family and friends was held at Ever Rest Memorial Park where Charlie was laid to rest. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Esther Kinsella, 84, of Bunker Hill, Indiana, passed away at 4:50 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, at her residence. She was born in Miami County, Indiana, May 6, 1937, the daughter of Eldo and Elizabeth Shine Powell. Esther married John Kinsella May 24, 1958, and he survives. Esther was a 1955 graduate of Clay High School, a member of McGrawsville Community Church and worked as the bookkeeper at Bryan Steam for 21 years. She loved to be outdoors enjoying nature and flowers. Always the adventurer, Esther appreciated traveling, camping, fishing for trophy fish, spending time at the lake cottage and on the pontoon boat. Family was very important to her. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She loved her grandchildren unconditionally and adored every moment spent with them. Surviving in addition to her husband John are daughters Kathy Ozminkowski and Linda (Mark) Childers; grandchildren J.D. (Courtney) Ozminkowski, Aaron (Calee) Ozminkowski, David (Stephanie) Childers, Eric (Kelsie) Childers and Greg (Aly) Childers and eight greatgrandchildren with her ninth greatgrandchild expected this Spring. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Norma Fleenor. A service celebrating the life of Esther Kinsella was held at 3 p.m., Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at McGrawsville Community Church, 9377 S. 300 E., Amboy, Indiana, with pastor Bob Land officiating. Burial will be in Sante Fe Cemetery. Family and friends gathered from Noon to 3 p.m., Friday at McGrawsville Community Church. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made through the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home to McGrawsville Community Church.
Rosemary Louise Swanson, 88, Logansport, passed away at 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 10, 2022, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Logansport, Indiana. Born Oct. 6, 1933, in Cass County, Indiana, she was the daughter of late Harry Beecher and the former Mary E. (Kochel) Rhodes. On Sept. 6, 1952, she was married to Roger C. Swanson, and he passed Dec. 19, 1996. She graduated from Metea High School and was a member of the former Twelve Mile United Methodist Church. She retired from the bank at Twelve Mile and had also worked at Caston Schools in the cafeteria. Survivors include two children, Teresa (Bob) Hoagland, Cape Coral, Florida; and Jeff Swanson, Twelve Mile; four grandchildren, Austin Townsend, Rodney Swanson, David Swanson, all of Twelve Mile; and Samantha Swanson, Rochester; and three grandchildren, Nicholas Townsend and Rodney Swanson, Jr., Twelve Mile; and Owen Swanson, Macy. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Christina Townsend; and one grandson, Allen Townsend. A graveside memorial is being planned at a future date. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.
Neva Mae Worl, 87, Peru, Indiana, passed away Saturday evening, Jan. 8, 2022, at St. Vincent Healthcare, Kokomo. Born July 24, 1934, in Hamilton County, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Willard Elwood Roberts and Lacie Berniece Biddle Phifer. On June 2, 1957, at the Goldsmith United Methodist Church, Tipton County, Indiana, she was married to Harry Emanuel Worl, and he survives. She graduated from Jefferson Township High School, Tipton County, and Indiana Business College. She retired from American Stationery in Peru, Indiana, and had worked for several years at Wabash Valley Bank and McKinney’s TV and Appliance. She was an active member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Logansport for many years where she sang in the choir. She attended Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Peru, prior to its closing and was a childhood member of the Goldsmith United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband, Harry Worl, Kokomo; three children, Brett (Nikki) Worl, Peru; Roger (Teresa) Worl, Russiaville; and Kevin (Kimberly) Worl, Flora; eight grandchildren, Whitney (Patrick) Kozlowski, Brownsburg; Kaleb (Brooklyn) Worl, Las Vegas, Nevada; Riley Worl, Rochester; Bailey (Seth) Eldridge, Burlington; Tyler Worl, Goldsmith; Brody Worl, Ft. Wayne; Lauren (Jeff) Hightower, Burlington; and Maryn Worl, Flora; and one great-grandson, Korbyn Worl, Las Vegas, Nevada. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Eugene Roberts. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at Trinity Episcopal Church, Logansport, with Fr. Clark Miller officiating. Burial was in Mount Hope Cemetery, Peru. Visitation was from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana. The family would like to thank the staff of Northwoods Village and Kindred Hospice for their excellent and compassionate care. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church, Logansport. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.
Stephen T. Fallstick, 54 Stephen T. Fallstick, 54, of Peru, passed away unexpectedly at his home Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022. Stephen was born in Peru Feb. 7, 1966, to Charles H. Fallstick and Joan R. (Thomas) Fallstick. Stephen retired early from Heraeus-Electro-Nite. He enjoyed classic cars and music. He is survived by his siblings: Karen Poston of Peru, Stewart Fallstick of Peru, and Lori Fallstick (Marcie Garn) of Indianapolis. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Fallstick, Joan Fallstick, and brother Brian Fallstick. A private gathering of immediate family was held Jan. 11, 2022, at Mount Hope Chapel in Peru where Stephen was then laid to rest. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Scratching Post in Peru. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
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Andrew A. Nichols, 32 Andrew A. Nichols, 32, Peru, was called home unexpectedly to be with our Lord Jesus Christ Friday, Jan. 7, 2022. Andrew was born Jan. 16, 1989, in South Bend, Indiana, to Mark A. Nichols and Deborah K. (Gabaree) Ousley. Andrew lived his formative and adult life in Peru, Indiana. Those who knew Andrew appreciated his many acts of kindness, seldom thinking of himself before helping others. Andrew loved without reservations, his family was his most prized possession. He was a mama's boy who gave the same love and attention to his children, which he adored playing with. Andrew's smile was his weapon of choice as few could resist it.
Survivors include his mother, Deborah (Gabaree) Ousley; fiancée, Lindsey Barnes; three children, Braxton A. Nichols, 14, Aubree A. Barnes, 6, and Kyndle K. Barnes, 11 months, all of Peru, Indiana; brothers, Steven Nichols, South Bend, Indiana; and Ronald Ousley, Jr.; and sisters, Ashley Nichols, Amy (Nichols) Boyd (Phillip), Peru, Indiana; Angela Nichols, Germany; and Kayla Ousley, Indianapolis, Indiana. Preceding him in death are his father, Mark A. Nichols and brother Gregory Ousley. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, at the Mt. Hope Cemetery Chapel, Peru, Indiana. Visitation was one hour prior to the service in the cemetery chapel. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at http://www.mcclainfh.com.
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Obituary Mary Cathleen (Hanley) Wydock, 53 Mary Cathleen (Hanley) Wydock, died Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at the hospital in Kokomo. She was 53. A longtime resident of Peru, Indiana, Mary was born, the eighth of ten children, to Martin Francis and Dorothy Louise (Bear) Hanley in Indianapolis, Indiana, March 24, 1968. Even as a baby, Mary’s joyous and inquisitive nature shown through in her big, brilliant smile, huge, beautiful eyes, and infectious laughter. These were life-long attributes. She spent her youth surrounded by her big family and was fierce in her love for her parents and siblings. And although Mary’s love for her Hanley family meant the world to her, she was not complete until she met and married the love of her life, Bob Wydock, and until she became a mother, a dream that was realized when she was blessed with Bobby and Izzy. Mary’s family lived in the Irvington neighborhood of Indianapolis when she was born, and there, she attended Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic grade school. In 1977, the Hanleys moved to Fountaintown, Indiana, where Mary attended Morristown’s elementary and high schools. She worked in the Fountaintown Grocery, which was owned by her parents, but Mary’s first official job was babysitting, an occupation for which she was uniquely well-suited, given her intrinsic love of babies and children and her acute ability to connect with, nurture, and protect young people. She babysat – often with her sisters Ann and Bridget in tow – for so many kids when she was a teenager and young adult, but she cared for and formed the most lasting connection with the Land family. By no means did Mary’s nurturing end there though. Her nephews, Martin, Brian, and Michael, spent countless hours under Mary’s loving care, and her home was always open to, and a gathering place for, her nieces and nephews, many of whom spent at least part of every school vacation and holiday with Mary (and later with both Mary and Bob). All carry fond memories of these visits, during which they’d watch movies, play cards, bake cookies, and just catch up. They also remember Mary always “rockin’ out” to loud music, which no doubt included her eclectic musical loves: Bruce Springsteen, Garth Brooks, and James Taylor, among others. Mary’s youngest sister Bridget shares many of these same experiences, having slept on Mary’s (and later Mary and Bob’s) couch too many times to count during her own youth. Mary filled the shoes of a big sister with ease, expertly performing the balancing act of being the protector and chaperone of Bridget and many of her high school friends while simultaneously contributing to their delinquency. In 1991, Mary met the man who would become Her Heart: Bob Wydock. At the time, Mary was working at Little Caesars, and Bob assumed the management role at her store when the usual manager was off on medical leave. Mary complained incessantly about Bob for months and was counting down the days until the former boss would return. She was devastated when Little Caesars decided to give Bob permanent management of her store, and she wasn’t sure she could continue to work there! But then, slowly, but surely, Mary came to understand that the love of her life was already right there with her, every day – a place that he would continue to hold for three decades to come. Mary loved to tell the story of how she hated Bob when they first met. It was a story that few who didn’t know them at the time could believe, considering how in sync and inseparable these soulmates became. Mary was, truth to tell, a little bit of an introvert back then. Anyone who came to know her later would find that terribly hard to believe, but she absolutely hated to answer the phone and take pizza orders. Bob would have to tell her that everybody answers the
phone and everybody talks to the customers. That pushed Mary so far out of her comfort zone that she wrote in her diary how much she hated the new manager and just couldn’t wait until he left. But, time passed and Mary began to think that maybe Bob was not such a bad guy after all. On July 15, 1995, Mary and Bob were married in a park in Franklin, Indiana. The day would set the tone for their wonderous, married life together. There had been storms the night before and it continued to be a dark and cloudy day. Parts of the park were flooded and there was mud everywhere. Mary got stuck behind a bicycle race and was late to her wedding. But, during the ceremony, the sun came out and shone down upon them as though God Himself was blessing their union. As soon as the ceremony was finished, the clouds moved in and the thunder rumbled in the background. Everyone laughed, ran to the vehicles, and the reception was suddenly and quite spontaneously held at her brother Anthony’s house. This set the stage for their married life: plenty of drama and laughter. Mary wanted more than anything to be a mother, and that dream was realized through her relationship with her “bonus” son Robert (Bobby), who was 13 when she and Bob married, and with the birth of her daughter, Elizabeth (Izzy), in 2001. Even after motherhood, Mary continued to be a guiding force in the lives of other children and young people, too, including Bobby and Izzy’s friends, kids in the neighborhood, and too many others to recount. Mary’s ability to connect with and mentor young people was due in no small part to her own youthful enthusiasm. She had an unabashedly joyous approach to life and all the possibilities it holds as well as an empathetic and understanding nature. Her youthful spirit made her special and memorable to so many people and is also the reason that “sweetheart” is one of the most common ways in which so many have always described Mary. Though Mary didn’t possess a great deal of formal education, she was one smart cookie, and had a salt-ofthe-earth or homespun disposition that helped her form and maintain connections with people from all walks of life. She made friends everywhere she went and came to know so much about every person with whom she connected. These are traits she shared with her parents. Mary proudly accepted that she had her dad’s temper and her mom’s ability to hold a grudge, too, but she also had her mom’s gracious ability to forgive, even with those that left her with lasting and painful scars. Although she sometimes grappled with forgiveness herself, she tried to impart lessons about the importance of forgiveness and acceptance to each and every one of the children for whom she cared. She wholeheartedly believed in loving people for who they are, shortcomings and all. Mary loved to laugh, and was a joy to laugh with, more traits that she shared with her mother. And she had her dad’s ability to remember details, which was evident in her ability to recall everyone’s birthdays and wedding anniversaries, and she never missed the chance to wish someone joy and happiness on their special day! Mary loved parties and social gatherings and looked forward to spending time with friends and family, but home was her bliss, because that’s where Bob and Izzy were. She was intensely proud of both of her children and loved watching them grow and blossom. She took tremendous joy in sharing the news of their achievements with others. Mary loved keeping in touch with friends and family, near and far. She reveled in learning new things. She loved a good love story and was addicted to CBS’s soap operas when she was young. She loved music and singing and was thrilled to discover new songs and performers – regardless of genre – that touched her soul or tugged on her heartstrings. She loved to play euchre and other games and was quite competitive. She liked
watching professional football and yelling at the T.V. She loved her Cincinnati Reds! She loved watching boxing matches with her father, and was happy to just sit, talk, and laugh with her mother, and laugh they did! She treasured her time with her brothers and sisters, including her honorary brother, Dan Brunk, no matter what they were doing. She sometimes fought like a banshee with her brothers and sisters, and with others in the family, too, but she also fought even harder for any family member when she felt it necessary, for any reason whatsoever, because family was everything to Mary! That focus on family was precisely why Mary enjoyed genealogy so much, why she was so elated at the birth of each new niece or nephew, and so happy with the addition of every boyfriend/girlfriend/fiancé/spouse to the big family picture. She loved telling people about her family, and she was, at her core, a romantic. She was thrilled when she felt one of her family members had found true love. That’s because she, herself, understood just how amazing true love is. After all, that is what she found with her best friend, lover, and husband, Bob – Her Heart. Mary was sensitive and emotional. She was quick to tears and to laughter, and often just as fast on the trigger with her temper. She wore her heart on her sleeve but was also as tough as nails. She loved to celebrate and complain. She could be dramatic and demanding but was also steady and pragmatic. Mary was as real as they come. She was who she was and never apologized for it! Her absence makes us incomplete and we will love and miss her always. Mary was, however, also a force of nature, and just like Mother Nature, her influence will never be diminished. She is forever with and a part of us. Mary is survived by her husband, Robert L. Wydock, Jr., her daughter Elizabeth Wydock of Peru, Indiana, and her son Robert L. (Angel) Wydock, III, of Anderson, Indiana; her grandchildren, Robert Wydock, IV, Hayden Bell, Arabella Wydock, and Rose Wydock, all of Anderson, Indiana; her siblings, Kevin Hanley of Indianapolis, Indiana, Dennis (Lisa) Hanley of Indianapolis, Indiana, Nora (Todd) Brant of St. Paul, Indiana, Margaret Hanley of Fountaintown, IN, Terence Hanley, of Athens, Ohio, Anthony (Christina) Hanley of Greenwood, Indiana, Timothy Hanley of New Castle, Indiana, Ann Hanley of Peru, Indiana, and Bridget Hanley of Fountaintown, Indiana; her nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews, Christina (Damon), Xavier, Connor; Kathy, Sean, Ashley, Draven; Casey (Aaron), Galen; Sharon; Erin; Martin (Emily), Nathaniel, Serra (dec.), Jonathan, Maria, Zachary; Brian (Shannen); Michael; Amanda (Clarence); Megan (Alan), Evvie; Morgan (Martín), Ambrosio, José, Martín, Miguel; Emily (Keith); Kara (Christopher), Benjamin, Lucas; Krystin, Rylen Grace, P.J.; Glen Ethan (Bree); Tyler (Tiffany), Bentley, Gracelyn; and Joel; her father-in-law, Robert L. (Jackie) Wydock,, Sr.; brother-in-law, Kenneth Wydock; sister-in-law, Lorraine McLaughlin; and by aunts, an uncle, cousins, and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Dorothy, and by her brothers-inlaw, Stanley and David Wydock. A Memorial Mass, celebrating the life of Mary Cathleen Wydock, was held at 2 p.m., Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, at St. Charles Catholic Church, 58 W. 5th St., Peru, Indiana, with Rev. Kyle Neterer officiating. Memorial contributions may be made through Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru, Indiana, to the ALS Association and any charity that helps out our Military Veterans. Flowers and plants are also welcomed and will help to brighten the day. The Family wishes to thank all who have offered their love, prayers, kindness, and support, but particularly to Gretchen, Alex and Natalie, Christina, Dan, John, Tracy, Mike … There are simply too many to name, but please know that you are not forgotten and we are exceptionally grateful.
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Police reports Jan. 7 A structure fire was reported at N Elm St. and E Fifth St, Bunker Hill. A suspicious package or item was reported at 43014 Keesler Court, Peru. A one vehicle crash was reported at E Harrison St. and N Chandler St, Denver. A stop sign was damaged. County highway was contacted, and a state crash report was completed. A caller at 398 N Duke St, Peru had questions regarding possession of a deer skull he had located. A Jeep Cherokee was blocking a lane of traffic at Logansport Road and U.S. 31, Peru. Martins towed the vehicle. Officers at 44033
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