Jack L. Krise
Jack L. Krise, 89, of Piqua, Ohio, and formerly of Kokomo, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at Brookdale Senior Living in Piqua. He was born November 14, 1934, in Kokomo, the son of James Robert Krise and Alice Noraetta (Combs) Clymer. On January 23, 1953, he married Phyllis A. Boyce at Main Street United Methodist Church in Kokomo, and she preceded him in death on October 20, 2021.
Jack graduated from Northwestern High School in 1952. He went on to serve in the United States Army National Guard, attaining the rank of Sergeant, and was honorably discharged in 1958. He worked for Sears Roebuck, Automotive Parts, and in 1969 started Kokomo Pump Supply with his uncle, David Krise. Jack enjoyed camping, boating, playing cards — especially euchre — and antique cars. He was a member of the Elks Lodge, one of the founders of the Kokomo Great Banquet, a longtime member of First Evangelical Presbyterian Church, and most recently attended Fairview Baptist.
Survivors include his children, Kim R. Elliott, Mona R. (William R.) Walters, and James David “J.D.” (Sally E.) Krise; grandchildren, Rochelle L. (Christopher) O’Neil, Melissa M. Walters (Jeremy Bollinger), Kristina R. (Sohail) Rather, Julia J. (Teyler) Neier, Brian M. Krise, and Caleb N. Krise; great-grandchildren, Hailey (Isaac Watson), Alexis, Nikolai, William, Lillian, Sophie, Tucker, Oakley, Gabriella, Audrey, James, and Elias; great-great-granddaughter, Rosalynne; sister-in-law, Neva Boyce; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife, Phyllis Krise, he was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Gloria June (Foust) Heckathorn; son-in-law, William A. Elliott; sister, Constance Sue “Connie” Bitner; brother, James Fredrick “Fred” Krise; and brother-in-law, G. David Boyce.
The family would like to extend their thanks to the caregivers and staff at Brookdale Senior Living.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, November 18, 2024, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory, 1315 W. Lincoln Rd., Kokomo, with Pastor Steve Sherwood officiating. Burial will follow in Crown Point Cemetery. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Jack’s memory to Brookdale Senior Living, 1744 W. High St., Piqua, OH, 45356; Attn: Director. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com.
Ollie “Marie” (Wisehart) Martin
Ollie “Marie” (Wisehart) Martin, 92, passed away 4:05 p.m. Monday, November 11, 2024, at Community Howard Regional Health in Kokomo. She was born in Russiaville, IN, on September 10, 1932, the daughter of the late Marshall and Elzia (Pike) Wisehart. On June 21, 1953, she married Richard L. Martin, and he preceded her in death on April 1, 2001.
Marie attended Forest High School. She served at Delco Electronics on the production line for 25 years until her retirement. She was a member of the UAW Local #292, as well as several euchre and card clubs. Her favorite hobbies were sewing, crocheting, and creating quilts.
Marie is survived by her son, Ed Martin; grandchildren, Patrick (Jody) Lee, William (Venus) Alford, Stacy (Lesley) Lee; and several great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter-in-law, Vickie Martin, siblings, George Wisehart, Leon Wisehart, Max Wisehart, Mary Harding, Elizabeth Melton.
Friends are invited to visit with the family from 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory, 1315 W. Lincoln Rd., Kokomo, IN 46902. Funeral service will begin at noon on Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Sunset Memory Garden.
Randall "Randy" Wayne Paul
Randall "Randy" Wayne Paul, age 67, of Greentown, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 11, 2024. He was born October 1, 1957, in Luttrell, Tennessee, to Hubert and Wanda Paul.
Randy was an avid collector; some may have called him obsessed. He filled his home with Hot Wheels, vintage coins, Beanie Babies, baseball cards, etc. He kept all of his collections in pristine condition and truly took pride in his possessions. He lived in his apartment for 25 years and all of the tenants became a second family to him. He would cook massive meals, and his neighbors would make sure to stop by to see what Randy had made for them. He enjoyed helping out others and had a heart of gold. Every day for years Randy helped two boys, Harry and Isaac, off and on the school bus. He was someone that you could count on to be there for you. He spent a lot of time with his sister, Diane. The two of them loved to go out to eat together. He was a huge fan of food, especially the food at Thanksgiving, a holiday that he was looking forward to this year. He loved his family, friends, and above all he loved the Lord.
Randy is survived by his siblings Greg Paul (Lorrie), Hubert Paul (Debbie), and Dianna Coomer (Ken), half siblings; Donnie Lock, Amy Rose, and Misty Lock, as well as many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.
He is preceded in death by his father Hubert Paul, mother Wanda Clark, stepfather Harley Clark, and siblings Helen Paul and David Paul.
A memorial gathering for Randy will be held Wednesday, November 20, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Ellers Mortuary, 725 S. Main Street, Kokomo, Indiana 46901, followed by a memorial service at 2:00 PM.