Kokomo Residents Remembered in March 2026 Obituaries

Tributes honor the lives of 10 individuals from the Kokomo area who passed away last month.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 12:35pm

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The March 2026 obituaries from the Kokomo area remember the lives of 10 individuals, including Nancy Jayne Lucas, Diane L. Beeman, Deborah Elizabeth Rayls, Dixie Lou Stone, Minnie Ethel Russ, Ricky Todd Carpenter, Larry M. Crail, Heather J. Richey, Michael Edward Durham, and Cheryl (Sidwell) Wood. The obituaries detail the accomplishments, hobbies, and family connections of these Kokomo-area residents.

Why it matters

Obituaries provide an important record of a community's history, honoring the lives of its members and allowing loved ones to share memories and tributes. These 10 individuals represented a diverse cross-section of the Kokomo area, from longtime residents to more recent transplants, and their obituaries highlight the rich tapestry of the local community.

The details

The obituaries cover a range of personal and professional backgrounds, including a Kokomo High School graduate who worked at Delco Electronics, a longtime nurse who specialized in hospice care, a U.S. Air Force veteran, a financial analyst, and a proud grandmother. Several of the individuals were active in their local churches and enjoyed hobbies like gardening, sewing, bowling, and golf. The obituaries also detail the survivors and family connections of each person.

  • The obituaries were published on March 31, 2026.
  • The deaths occurred between March 13 and March 29, 2026.

The players

Nancy Jayne Lucas

An 83-year-old Kokomo resident who worked at Delco Electronics until her retirement and was active in the Kokomo High School band boosters and Cub Scouts.

Diane L. Beeman

A 78-year-old former Logansport resident who worked at the Logansport State Hospital for 27 years and was an avid Bingo player.

Deborah Elizabeth Rayls

A 70-year-old resident of Flora, Indiana.

Dixie Lou (Damron) Stone

A 79-year-old Kokomo resident who worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for 30 years, with the last 10 in hospice care.

Minnie Ethel Russ

A 76-year-old Tipton resident who worked in healthcare and enjoyed gardening, canning, sewing, and quilting.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

These obituaries highlight the diverse lives and legacies of 10 Kokomo-area residents, from longtime community members to more recent transplants, reflecting the rich tapestry of the local community and the importance of honoring those who have passed.