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Obituaries

Notices and remembrances for Martin County.

Mia Kelley

Mia Charlotte Kelley, 5 hours and 28 minutes old, beloved infant daughter of Brad and Kimberly (Clark) Kelley, was born and passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at IU Health Bloomington Hospital, wrapped tightly in the loving arms of her parents.Though Mia’s time on earth was brief, she knew nothing but immediate and unconditional love from her very first moments of life. Her short life was a profound gift that forever touched and changed the hearts of all who loved her. Though her days were few, the love she brought to her family will remain with them for a lifetime.Mia leaves behind a host of loving family members who will forever cherish her memory, including her parents, Brad and Kimberly Kelley of Martinsville; brother, Austin Ray Kelley of Martinsville; grandparents, Mark and Shelly Kelley of Martinsville and Steve and Rebecca Clark of Bloomfield, Indiana; great-grandparents, Roy and Trudy Clark of Winchester, Tennessee; Alva and Carol Bennett of Montpelier, Indiana; and Jack and Sheila Hargis of Bringhurst, Indiana.She is also survived by her aunts and uncles, Zach and Alexa Clark of Solsberry, Indiana, and their children, Lila and Lainey; Anthony and Kimberly Clark of Terre Haute, Indiana; and Ryan and Kelly Kelley of Bradley, Illinois, and their children, Tyler and Gabe.Mia’s family has chosen to honor her life with a private service. Neal & Summers Funeral & Cremation Center has been entrusted with arrangements.Online condolences may be shared with her family at www.nealandsummers.com.

Martin County · 47553 · Sep 25, 2026

Obituary information for Estan Garrett Schmitt

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Martin County · 47553 · Sep 24, 2026

Obituary information for Wayne Lee Rosenbaum

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Martin County · 47553 · Sep 24, 2026

Obituary information for Betty I. Gray

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Martin County · 47553 · Sep 18, 2026

Obituary information for Donald Toby Lee Kirkley

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Martin County · 47553 · Sep 17, 2026

Obituary information for Barbara Ann Adkins

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Martin County · 47553 · Sep 17, 2026

Obituary information for Robert Stanley "Stan" Gruell

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Martin County · 47553 · Sep 14, 2026

Obituary information for Brian Curtis Henselmeier

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Martin County · 47553 · Sep 10, 2026

Obituary information for Neil Warren DeLapp

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Martin County · 47553 · Sep 10, 2026

Obituary information for Michael Dean Townsend

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Martin County · 47553 · Sep 9, 2026

Obituary information for Bobby Dale Richardson

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Martin County · 47553 · Sep 9, 2026

John Wigal

John William Wigal, 89, of Paragon, Indiana, a lifetime Morgan County resident, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday evening, September 3, 2026.John was one of nine children born to the late Claude and Cora (Warthen) Wigal. He was born on Friday, April 9, 1937, in Paragon, Indiana. John was known and cherished by everyone who knew him, bringing much light, mischief and joy wherever he went. He truly earned his reputation as the community’s town clown. John would oftentimes be seen riding his moped through town and loved riding to the river, where he enjoyed spending idle time. He also found great joy in gardening, fishing, hunting and trapping.John attended Paragon School and worked most of his life in construction, working alongside his brother, Slug, for Wigal Construction.John leaves behind a host of loving family, including his wife, whom he married on August 12, 1959, Virginia Sue “Suzi” (Daggy) Wigal of Paragon; his sons, Jonathon Wayne Wigal (Amy) of Gosport, Indiana, and Carl Eugene Wigal of Paragon; daughters, Lisa Jane Dickey of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Pamela Sue Thomas (Jeff) of Gosport, Indiana; his sister, Bertha Bryant of Martinsville; grandchildren, Crystal Thomas, Shanell Humphrey (Jacob), Kaitlyn Vehling (Jered), Cheyenne Wigal (Kyle Cherry) and Destanie Dickey; and five great-grandchildren.John was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Arthur “Slug,” James and Dennis Wigal; and four sisters, Violet Stevenson, Lucille Carroll, Virginia Carmichael and Helen Austin.John’s friendly smile and comical personality will be deeply missed and always remembered by those who knew and loved him, especially the town of Paragon.In honoring his wishes, John will be laid to rest at Friendship Park Cemetery in Paragon, and there will be no service at this time. Memorial contributions may be made to the Friendship Park Cemetery Association and mailed to 790 Valley Drive, Martinsville, IN 46151.Neal & Summers Funeral & Cremation Center has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be shared with John’s family at www.nealandsummers.com.

Martin County · 47553 · Sep 4, 2026

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