Lucille “Lucy” Shoemaker
Lucille “Lucy” Shoemaker, 76, of Kokomo, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at Independence Village in Avon. She was born February 17, 1948, in Rising Sun, Indiana, to Chester and Isabelle (Jackson) Griffith. On August 10, 2002, she married Billy E. Shoemaker, in Kokomo, and he survives.
Lucy graduated from Rising Sun High School in 1965 and went on to work for Delco/Delphi for 30 years before retiring. She enjoyed flower gardening, boating, crossword puzzles, animals (especially horses), going to casinos, and spending time with her grandchildren.
In addition to her husband, survivors include her children, Shawn Randles, Jeff (Tammy) Keck, and Brandee Snow; grandchildren, Cassie (Chris) Durrance, Courtny Fewell, Kelsee Young, Shelby Perkins, Ky-Rael Snow, Ky-Leena Snow, Steven (Jillian) Rice, Thomas (Ashley) Beattie, Shantel Droll; fourteen great-grandchildren; brother, Eugene Griffith; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and eight siblings.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory, 1315 W. Lincoln Rd., Kokomo. Burial will follow in Albright Cemetery. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 12 to 2 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Contributions may be made in Lucy’s memory to the Alzheimer's Association. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.
Beverly Sue Schembre
Beverly Sue Schembre, 73, Camby, IN, passed away at 5:50 a.m. Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Sugar Grove in Plainfield. She was born May 17, 1951, in Kokomo to Joseph J. and Arlene (Deboy) Schembre.
Bev graduated from Ball State University and worked in the banking industry for many years. She cherished time spent with her nieces and nephews and her dog Max. Bev is now at the casino “winning big.”
She is survived by her sister, Judy Wray; brothers, Jim (Lecia) Schembre and Joe (Rebecca) Schembre; as well as many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Connie (Roy) Calkin and Pat (Jack) Guess; and brother-in-law, John Wray.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Noon Friday, August 16, 2024, at St. Ann Catholic Church, 6350 S Mooresville Rd, Indianapolis, IN, with Rev. Fr. Jude Shayam the celebrant. Friends may visit with the family from 11:00 a.m. until noon Friday at the church. Burial will be in Kokomo Memorial Park Cemetery. Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements. Messages of condolence may be left at www.shirleyandstout.com.
Betty R. Mahaney
Betty R. Mahaney, 81, of Tipton, passed away at 8:07 a.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at The Waters of Tipton. April 16, 1943, was the day Betty was born in Adolphus, Kentucky. Her parents were Asberry Keen and Jennie (Carter) Keen Key. She was preceded in death by the father of her children, Bobby Mahaney.
Betty had worked at Federal Mogul in Frankfort, retiring in 2008. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. She was a certified herbalist and really enjoyed reading in her spare time.
Survivors include two children, Bonnie Aspiazu and husband Martin of Tipton and Bruce Mahaney and wife Marlo of Kokomo; eight grandchildren, Michael Aspiazu, Breanna Robinson, Stefanie Hulce, Clay Aspiazu, Tyler Mahaney, Derek Boes, Faith Freeman and Philip Freeman. Betty also has six great-grandchildren, Silas Mahaney, Era Jay Mahaney, Stryker Mahaney, Brantley Hulce, Kairi Smith and Aphrodite Boes.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Brenda Boes and six siblings, Virginia Phillips, William Keen, Willard Keen, Norman Keen, Ernest Keen and Bobby Keen.
Funeral services for Betty will be a held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, August 17, at St. John the Baptist Church with Rev. Dennis Goth presiding. Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday.
Young-Nichols Funeral Home is assisting the Mahaney family with Betty’s arrangements. Condolences for Betty’s family may be made on her obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.
Memorial donations in Betty’s honor should be made to the building fund at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 335 Mill Street, Tipton, Indiana, 46072.
Phillip G. "Phill" Peters
Phillip G. "Phill" Peters, age 83, known for his generosity and selflessness passed away on August 11, 2024, at Wellbrooke of Kokomo, Indiana. Born on December 30, 1940, in Tipton, Indiana, to Arthur and Marigrace Peters, who preceded him in death.
Phill was a proud graduate of Tipton High School, after which he embraced the thrill of speed and competition by attending McNeese State College of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on a track and field scholarship. Although his college career was short, the experiences he had there remained close to his heart. Phill's adventurous spirit led him to travel the United States until he found his calling to serve his country. In 1960, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served with pride and honor aboard the USS Truckee AO-147 as a quartermaster third class until 1964.
Transitioning to civilian life, Phill joined Delco General Motors in Kokomo, Indiana, dedicating 28 and a half years of service before retiring in 1993. He was a valued member of UAW Local 292.
Phill's passion for speed and racing was undeniable. His love affair with fast cars began with his cherished Ford Mustangs, particularly his Mach 1 and Boss 302. He shared countless thrilling moments with his brother Ric and later with his dear friend Russel (Rut) Dance, attending iconic races at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Watkins Glen National Speedway, and Mid-Ohio Speedway. Phill's enthusiasm for racing wasn't confined to the tracks; he also reveled in the excitement of IndyCar races at Homestead-Miami Speedway and the energy of spring trainings for the Miami Hurricanes football team. Phill also cherished all of his time spent in the sun, usually sitting and enjoying a cold Budweiser! Clearwater and Miami beaches both held some of his fondest memories. He was often quoting, "It's 5 O'clock Somewhere," by Jimmy Buffett, and "The Tide is High and I'm Moving On," both capturing his zest for life.
Surviving relatives include his sister Fanchon Collier of Fort Myers, Florida, and Ric (Sandy) Peters of Tipton, Indiana, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was a doting godfather to Stephanie and Wayne Anderson of Miami, Indiana, and a proud honorary grandfather to Nathan and Sarah Anderson, also of Miami, Indiana. Phill's presence was a constant in his grandchildren's lives, attending all of their activities with unwavering support. His ability to make lifelong friendships with those around him was evident by the long list of people he knew and held dear to him, including Phylis Lytle, Russel "Rut" Dance, Dick Williams and Arthur Head, all of Kokomo, Indiana. These friends and many others will carry forward memories of his kindness and his spirited conversations usually having all of the answers!
A philanthropist at heart, Phill donated generously to various foundations, always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. This same charity he so freely gave can now be seen in his friends and family who are always willing to lend a hand to help others.
Phill's legacy will continue to be honored through the countless lives he touched with his warmth and kindness.
Phill chose to be cremated, with interment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois, to be scheduled at a later date. His life was a testament to the power of giving, and he will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Phill G. Peters, a man of speed, sunshine and selfless love, has completed his final lap, leaving the world a better place for his journey through it.