Don R. Alley
Don R. Alley, 90, of Kokomo, passed away unexpectedly Monday, November 11, 2024, at Community Howard Regional Hospital in Kokomo. He was born July 1, 1934, in Kokomo to William Clyde and Hazel A. (Booher) Alley. He married Virginia E. Silvey on October 27, 1956, in Kokomo, and she preceded him in death on June 21, 2021.
Don retired from the Kokomo Fire Department as Captain with 25 years of service. He served on Kokomo City Council and was a deputy coroner for the Howard County Coroner’s office. After retiring from the fire department, he worked for St. Vincent Hospital in Carmel as a security officer. He also owned and operated Alley’s Wallpaper and Paint in Kokomo and Alley’s M&M ice cream store. Don was a member of Kokomo Evangelical Presbyterian Church and a former member of the Elks Lodge #190 BPOE in Kokomo. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He enjoyed socializing with his friends at the Tom Thumb and Martino’s in his spare time.
Surviving family include his two daughters, Julie Lynn Alley Kilcline of Westfield and Sue A. (Mark) Vyzral of Brownsburg, IN. He is also survived by two granddaughters, Meredith (Kyle) Messmer and Molly Vyzral; two great granddaughters, Maeve and Palmer Messmer and one sister, Barbara JoAnn Unger. Don is preceded in death by his parents, wife Virginia, and siblings, Pauline, Nolan, Gladys, Ogden, Norman and Virgil.
The family would like to extend a very special “Thank You” to his caregivers, John, Autumn, and Annah who cared for him like family.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday, November 18, 2024, at Kokomo EPC, 2000 W. Jefferson Street, with Pastor Joyce Harris officiating. Visitation will take place from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. prior to services at the church on Monday. A private committal service will take place at a later date. Murray Weaver Funeral Home is honored to serve the Alley family. www.murrayweaverfuneralhome.com
Devontae Douglas David
Devontae Douglas David, age 28, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024.
Devontae was born in Kokomo, Indiana, to Nathaniel Hocker and Elizabeth David on December 10, 1995. He worked for Park 100 Foods. He delighted in anime series, like Demon Slayer, Slime, and especially One Piece (he would always say there weren't enough episodes!). He loved playing video games with his brother Javorioeus; his top favorites being Saint's Row, Def Jam, Fight for New York, and Midnight Club. He took pleasure in visiting Francis Park and being around nature. He was amused by cars, car audio systems, sports, and shoes. He really enjoyed guns and target shooting.
Devontae was a beloved son, brother, and friend to many. He brought light and laughter to those around him, and his love extended deeply to his family, friends, and passions. He had a special bond with two younger siblings, Zara and Marshawn. He was their protector and confidant and will be missed more than words can express.
Left to cherish Devontae's memory are his parents; mother, Elizabeth David; father and stepmother, Nathaniel and Amber Hocker; maternal siblings, Javorioeus, Quinton, Marshawn, and Zara; paternal siblings, Xavier Hocker, Kailum Davis, Nathaniel Davis, Eriona (Brandon) Henry, Gabriel Hocker, and Zathean Hocker; and niece, Raini.
Devontae was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Nathaniel Hocker Sr. and Mattie Belle Hocker; maternal grandmother, Brenda David; and maternal sister, Crea.
A time of visitation for Devontae will be held Monday, November 18, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Ellers Mortuary, 725 S. Main Street, Kokomo, Indiana 46901, followed by a funeral service at 7:00 PM.
Memory of Me ---
I'd like the memory of me
to be a happy one.
I'd like to leave an afterglow
of smiles when life is done.
I'd like to leave an echo
whispering softly down the ways,
of happy times and laughing times,
and bright and sunny days.
I'd like the tears of those who grieve,
to dry before the sun,
with all of the happy memories
that I leave when my life is done.
Harold Emanuel Dague
Harold Emanuel Dague, 103, of Kokomo, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024, at Ascension St. Vincent – Kokomo. He was born on June 7, 1921, in Tipton County, IN, son of the late Roscoe and Vernice (Yoder) Dague. On June 22, 1943, in Foster Field Army Chapel in Victoria, Texas, he married Ellajean Dice, and she preceded him in death
Harold graduated from Peru High School in 1939. He proudly served in the Army Air Corps in 1941 serving until 1945 in Army Airways Communications. Harold graduated from the Valparaiso Technical Institute in 1947.He owned and operated Mobile Radio of Kokomo, retiring in 1979. He resided most of his life in Miami and Howard County except for 11 years spent in Fort Myers, Florida. Harold was a member of Army Airways Communication Association, and the Mason Lodge #249 in Peru.
Harold is survived by his son, Larry Sparks, two nephews, three great nieces, and two great nephews.
Along with his wife, Ellajean Dague, Harold is preceded in death by his parent, Roscoe and Vernice Dague; and sister, Rena A. Wilson.
A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at New Hope Church, 346 S 00 EW, Kokomo, with Pastor Mike Sawyer officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery in Mexico, Indiana. Military Honors will be provided by the United States Army and the Kokomo VFW Military Rites Team. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday at the church. Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & crematory has been entrusted with arrangements. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com
Tami Lane Helton
Tami Lane Helton, age 70, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo. She was born on July 30, 1954, in Tipton, Indiana, to the late John T. and Doris (Crail) Helton.
Tami retired from Chrysler ITP Plant. She was a member of the UAW Local 685. Tami enjoyed going to casinos and was an avid reader. She was a great cook and enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. Tami was very close and proud of her two granddaughters.
Tami is survived by her daughter, Brandi (Jeff) Roswog; two granddaughters, Madison (Art) Cardenas and Cecilia Roswog; sister, Jonni (Sam) Taskey; nephew, Chance (Tara) Taskey; and her best friends and chosen sisters, Teresa Beck and Sherry Kopeschka.
Preceded in death are her parents.
There will be a private service at a later date.