Anna Lee Bolton, Judith "Judy" Margo Dybalski, Donald J. Schache, Sharon J. Gritton, Terry Lynn Pearson, David (Dave) Francis Adair

Anna Lee Bolton

Anna Lee Bolton, age 85, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025.

A graveside service for Anna will be held Friday, March 14, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Albright Cemetery, 3910 Albright Road, Kokomo, IN 46901.

Judith "Judy" Margo Dybalski

Judith "Judy" Margo Dybalski, 80, a lifelong resident of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025. She was born June 25, 1944, to the late Kenneth and Betty Watson.

Judy worked at Delco Electronics for many years before her retirement. She enjoyed traveling with her husband Leonard up until his passing in 2010. She and her sister Janet were very close. They raised their families together and went on numerous family vacations. Their children grew to be more like siblings than cousins, especially for Judy's only son Chris. He loved his mom dearly. Judy liked to keep busy by putting together jigsaw puzzles and helping outside with the yardwork. Chris kept his mom content over the years with candy bars, Cokes, and taking care of their dogs together.

Judy is survived by her son Christopher Dybalski, sisters Carolyn Burnett and Janet Ratcliff, as well as many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Judy is preceded in death by her husband Leonard Dybalski and her two brothers Jerry Watson and Jim Watson.

A graveside service for Judy will be held Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 12:00 PM at Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery, 2097 West Alto Road, Kokomo, Indiana 46902.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Judy's memory may be made to your local Humane Society.

Donald J. Schache

Donald J. Schache, 77, of Walton, passed away Friday, March 7, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Kokomo. Don was born February 10, 1948, in Peru, Indiana, to Bill and Mary (Dodds) Schache. On October 10, 1971, in Young America, Indiana, he married Linda M. Woods, and she survives.

Don served his country in the United States Navy and worked in production at Modine Manufacturing in Logansport for many years before retiring. He shared a passion for sports with his son Josh and enjoyed fishing, coaching, and grilling out with his family.

Surviving family include his wife Linda Schache of Walton, his son Josh Schache of Auburn, his grandchildren Avalynn, Landry, and Maddux, and their mother Erica Schache. Don is preceded in death by his parents, brother Billy Dodds Jr., and sister Shirley Kistler.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Murray Weaver Funeral Home in Galveston with Pastor Dan Boyd officiating. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery at Deer Creek with Military Honors. Visitation will be held one hour before services from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be sent to Kate’s Kart Inc., 10376 Leo Road, Suite A, Ft. Wayne, IN. 46825 in Don’s memory. Kate’s Kart is all about books and smiles for children that are in the hospital. Murray Weaver Funeral Home is honored to serve the Schache family. www.murrayweaverfuneralhome.com

Sharon J. Gritton

Sharon J. Gritton, 90, died peacefully at St. Paul’s Retirement Center in South Bend, IN, on March 8, 2025. Sharon was a lifetime resident of Greentown, Indiana. Prior to her failing health, Sharon devoted her life to caring for the needs of others. She was a 19-year caregiver for her husband Jim Gritton, who was disabled by a stroke. Her care extended beyond her family as she served as a member of the Jerome Christian Church in Greentown. Sharon’s generosity and service were displayed discreetly, never wanting attention.

Sharon was married to James Gritton for 54 years, who preceded her in death in 2008. She and Jim shared ownership of Greentown Auto Co. with the Conways of Greentown.

She had three sons: Jeffrey Gritton (Debbie) of South Bend, IN; Jay Gritton (Kari) of Port Orange, FL; and Joe Gritton (Cindy) of Westfield, IN. Joe preceded her in death in 2021 and had seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Each of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren held a special place in her heart. She loved them, and nothing made her happier than spending time with them.

Sharon was the daughter of Lucius and Vera Hensler, who preceded her in death. She had five siblings: Lynn Pratt of Klamath Falls, OR; Janis Crume of Burlington, IN; and Shirley Clouser, Larry Hensler, and Joyce Myers, who preceded her in death.

A private graveside service will be held in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Greentown, IN. Memorial contributions may be made in Sharon’s memory to her favorite ministries:

• Thy Will Ministry, P.O. Box 293, Greentown, IN 46936
• The Ark Christian Ministries, 3522 N, 1000 27, Converse, IN 46919
• IDES International Disaster Emergency Services, 355 Park, 32 W Dr., Noblesville, IN 46062

Hasler & Stout Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Messages of condolence may be left online at www.hasler-stout.com.

Terry Lynn Pearson

Terry Lynn Pearson danced her way through Heaven's gates surrounded by her loving family.

She is survived by her children Holly Stevens, Kyla (Raymond) Hayes (Batesville, Arkansas), Heather Marquez, and Joseph Ulrick, grandchildren Braxton, Gavin, Martin, Katelynn, Ethan, Justin, Dakota, Madison, Taighlar, Mackenna, Mackaiya, Reagan, Dayton, and Malaysia, great-grandchildren Willow, Kolsen, and Kieriea, brothers Bobby (Terry) Mossholder, Danny (Jenny) Mossholder, and Dennis (Joyce) Mossholder, sisters Susie (Tom) Johnson, Rene (Anthony) McDonald, Jennifer (Scott) Stanley, and Trisha Shepard, and several nieces and nephews.

She had a really big heart when it came to her family. She loved her kids and grandkids more than anything. She was a free spirit and loved unconditionally but wasn't afraid to put you in your place. She loved being outside in warm weather and cooking for her family. Thrift shopping was one of her favorite things to do.

David (Dave) Francis Adair

David (Dave) Francis Adair, 82, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed into Heaven on Thursday, March 6, 2025. Dave was born in Kokomo on April 12, 1942, to Russell and Hilda Adair, the seventh of nine children: Lucille (Bob) Coghill; Russell (Sue) Adair; Jody (Helen) Adair; Ruth Ellen Adair; Don (Shirley) Adair; Pat (Keith) Swavey; Larry (Paula) Adair; and Marie (John) Brack. He grew up on a small farm near Hemlock, IN. His family all worked on the farm with crops, chickens, cattle, hogs, and even two horses to watch over.

Dave graduated from Kokomo High School in 1960. After graduating, he attended DeVry University in Chicago and graduated in 1962. He served four years in the United States Navy, of which two of those years he was stationed in Japan. Upon discharge from the Navy, Dave was hired at Delco Electronics, where he worked in Engineering Design until he retired after 30 years.

Dave was very active after retirement. He loved to play duplicate Bridge and played in a Bridge group. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed helping others with his golf skills (siblings, nephews, and anyone who wanted to play). He loved to ski and went on many trips with friends to Colorado or anywhere else they could catch some good snow. He and his friends were in involved in bicycling touring, with many trips as much as 100 miles per day.

Throughout his life, Dave loved and appreciated animals of any kind. He especially loved his two cats Miss Kitty and Hotrod, who are still with us and will be cherished by his family.

David is survived by sisters Pat and Marie, brothers Jody and Larry, 25 nieces and nephews, 43 great-nieces and nephews, and several great-great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Russell and Hilda Adair, two brothers, two sisters, three sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, and several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any charitable donations be made in Dave's name to the Kokomo Humane Society or Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.

Services remain pending at this time.