Robert E. “Bob” Cooper Jr., 78, of Frankfort, passed away June 3, 2026 in his home.  He was born on June 26, 1947 in Oliver Springs, Tennessee to Robert E. Cooper Sr. and Carrie (Freels) Cooper.  He married Christie Lynch in 1992 and she survives.

Bob earned his GED from Frankfort Schools and served in the United States National Guard as a medic.  He was a demolition contractor in the Clinton County area and retired from Frito Lay after several years.  Bob was a hard worker and loved to tinker around his property.

Surviving along with his wife: Christie are his children: Eric Cooper, Rene Ellis, and Chad Myers, siblings: Truman, Bonnie, Jane, and Phyllis, along with 3 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Winston, Paul, Lena, Linda, Mike, Peggy, Brenda, and Lori.

In accordance with Bob’s wishes, no services will be held.  Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center and Clinton County Crematory, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort are honored to assist with services.  Memorial Donations may be made in Bob’s name to Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center to assist with final expenses or to the Clinton County Humane Society, P.O. Box 455, Frankfort, IN 46041.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Carol A. Watson, 85, of Muncie, Ind., passed away May 25, 2026 at Bethel Pointe Health & Rehabilitation.  She was born on September 11, 1940 in Frankfort to Ruth Evelyn (Loucks) Guyer.

Carol was a graduate of Mulberry High School, where she participated in plays and opera and was the prom queen.  She joined the ministry in 1965 and ministered to many in the Frankfort and Muncie areas, lending spiritual guidance to others was a large part of her ministry.  She attended River of Life Church in Muncie.  She also was a substitute teacher at Muncie Schools.  Carol was friendly, outgoing, and loved people.  She also enjoyed photography, her flowers, and dining out.

Surviving is her daughter: Cathy Huffer of Frankfort.  She is preceded in death by her mother and step-father: Ruth and Keith Dunlap, along with her son: Mark Thompson and her twin brother: Leonard Dale Guyer Jr.

A funeral service with Brother Robert Hackler and Brother Jorge Orellana officiating will be held at 12 Noon on Monday, June 8, 2026 at Zion Apostolic Tabernacle, 1155 West Barner Street, Frankfort.   Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort is honored to assist with services.  Burial will follow in Bunnell Cemetery, Frankfort. Memorial donations may be made to Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center to assist with final expenses.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Our sweet baby girl, Emerlie Ann Turner, was born into the arms of Angels on May 22, 2026.

Emerlie will be forever loved and remembered by her parents: Cierra Ann Miles and Gage Michael Elden Turner of Terre Haute, her brother: Hudson Eugene Turner at home, maternal grandmother: Patty Miles of Terre Haute, paternal grandparents: Jason & Tammie Turner of Frankfort and Lee VanMeter of Frankfort, paternal great-grandma: Tammy Lasiter, paternal great-great-grandma: Sue Camp, and great-great grandparents: Denny & Cheryl Lasiter, Edyth Bray, and Janet VanMeter, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandpa: Arlo Miles, paternal great-grandpa: Dick Bray, and paternal great-great-great-grandpa: Max Neidlinger.

A Private Family Service will be held at Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Lisa Mae Lawson, 52, of Frankfort, passed away May 10, 2026 in her home.  She was born on March 17, 1974 in Williamsburg, Kentucky to Larry and Lillie (Taylor) Lawson.

Lisa attended Frankfort High School and was a “stay at home mom”.  She was a member of the Frankfort Eagles Ladies Auxiliary.  She enjoyed being outdoors, working in her yard and loved spending time with family, especially her nieces and nephews.

Surviving are her sons: Josh Bowen of Frankfort and Jace Lawson of Frankfort, brother: Larry Joe (Bridgette) Lawson of Frankfort, step-mother: Glenda Lawson, step-brother: David (Stephanie) Saulsberry, along with several nieces, nephews, and extended family.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

In accordance with Lisa’s wishes, no services will be held.  Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center and Clinton County Crematory, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort are honored to assist the Lawson family. Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Donald Wayne McKinney, 78, of Kirklin, passed away May 10, 2026 in his home.  He was born on September 18, 1947 in Frankfort to Ward P. and Mary (Stowers) McKinney.  He married Pamela Williams on November 4, 1978 and she survives.

A life-long Kirklin resident, Donnie was a 1965 graduate of Clinton Central High School and served in the United States Army from 1966 to 1969, serving in Vietnam.  He worked for 26 years at Biddle Precision Components “Biddles” and part-time as a painter.  Donnie was a member of the American Legion Post #310.  He was a “farmboy” and “Jack of all trades”.  He was on a billiard team and enjoyed playing pool, liked being in nature with his dog “Ziggy” and always had a garden.

Surviving along with his wife: Pam are his sons: Anthony Wayne McKinney and Brian Keith McKinney of Frankfort, grandchildren: Cameron McKinney of Missouri and Nikki Nicole Bybee of Frankfort, and his sister Mary Ann Biddle of Sheridan, along with many other grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, son: Christopher Wayne McKinney, 2 siblings: Steven Troy McKinney and Gary Dean McKinney.

Friends may visit 4-6 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort.  Clinton County Crematory is honored to assist the McKinney family as well.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Larry Wayne Parker, 78, of Frankfort, passed away May 7, 2026 at the Indiana Veterans Home, West Lafayette, IN.  He was born December 27, 1947 in Americus, Indiana at home, to Henry Clay & Daisy Bell (Sanders) Parker.  He married Karen Zimmerman on December 27, 1985 in Frankfort.

Larry attended school in Lafayette and earned his GED.  He worked in maintenance at Frito Lay for 26 years, retiring in 2008.  He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, with three terms in Vietnam.  Larry loved to ride horses, tinker & work with his hands, he liked old western movies.  He loved spending time with his grandchildren, especially making videos with them.

Larry is survived by his wife, Karen Parker of Frankfort, children, Rocky Dean Parker of Frankfort, Carmen Gilbert of Terre Haute, Nick Scott of Washington, J.D. Scott of Oxnard, CA, Dan (Michelle) Scott of Lafayette, Jamie Scott of Ocala, FL, Tori Dircks of Alexandria, siblings, Darleena (Tommy) Byrd and Joetta Parker of Kentucky and Rex (Karen) Parker of Lafayette, 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Rocky & Kenny Parker.

Per Larry’s wishes, no services are planned.  Clinton County Crematory and Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center, 501 E. Clinton St., Frankfort is assisting the family.  Inurnment will take place at New Richmond Cemetery at a later date.  Please visit archerweston.com to leave a condolence.

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David D. Hample, 67, of Frankfort, passed away May 5, 2026 at Franciscan Health East, Lafayette, IN.  He was born December 17, 1958 in St. Petersburg, FL to Daniel & Dixie (Wilson) Hample.

David was a 1977 graduate of Frankfort High School.  He was employed by Carr Cabinet Factory and operated Dave’s Wire Designs. His wire and wood designs was featured in Folkart Treasurers magazine.  He also traveled with the Turk Johnson Dance Group.  David traveled around the Midwest doing art shows.  He also studied Martial Arts.  David attended the Tabernacle of Lord Jesus Christ Church.

David is survived by his mother, Dixie Hample Lee of Frankfort, father, Daniel (Barbara) Hample of Sugar Hill, Georgia, aunt, Barbara Mathews of Frankfort and an uncle, William (Linda) Dean of Frankfort.  He was preceded in death by his step-father, William Lee.

Visitation will be 1-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center, 501 E. Clinton St., Frankfort.  Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. at Scotland Cemetery, Kirklin, Indiana.  Please visit archerweston.com to leave a condolence

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Kathaleen Susan (Zook) Meiers, 74, of Frankfort, passed away May 3, 2026 at her home.  She was born November 16, 1951 in Huntington Park, California to James Garfield & Vivian Rose (Chadwick) Zook.  She married Michael Meiers on June 17, 1971.

Kathaleen was a 1970 graduate of Clinton Central High School and a lifelong Frankfort/Clinton County resident.  She had worked at Unielectric and High Tech Label.  Kathaleen attended Church in Hillisburg and enjoyed quilting and genealogy.

She is survived by her husband, Michael Meiers of Frankfort, daughters, Andrea (Craig) Blakey of Frankfort, Laura Meiers of Frankfort, grandsons, Parker Martinez and Connor Blakey, both of Frankfort, brothers, LeRoy (Carolyn) Zook of Frankfort, Don Henderson of California, Stephen Zook of Frankfort, Robert Zook of Burlington, sister, Candace (Fred) Cheek and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Doug Henderson, James Zook II, Keith Zook and David Zook as well as her grandparents.

Following cremation, graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, May 11, 2026 at Green Lawn Cemetery, 496 W. CR 200 S., Frankfort.  Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center and Clinton County Crematory, 501 E. Clinton St., Frankfort are assisting the family. Please visit archerweston.com to leave a condolence.

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Lacey Starr Arthur, 37, of Frankfort, passed away April 21, 2026 at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Frankfort.  She was born on April 10, 1989 in Frankfort to Tina Arthur and Scott McQueen.

Lacey was a 2007 graduate of Frankfort High School and had worked in the home health care industry and for Goodwill in Frankfort.  She was a homebody and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.  Lacey will be remembered for her sense of humor and her contagious laugh.  Her greatest joy was spending time with her girls.

Surviving are her parents: Scott and Tina McQueen of Frankfort, her daughters: Tru Arthur and Harper Webb both of Frankfort, Companion: Mack Webb of Frankfort, Brother: Anthony McQueen (Tessa Felty) of Frankfort, Paternal Grandmother: Phyllis McQueen of Frankfort, Maternal Grandfather: Rick Harper of Frankfort, Aunts: Misty McQueen of Frankfort and Amy Scering of Kentucky, along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her Paternal Grandfather: Michael McQueen and Maternal Grandmother: Glenda Harper.

A private family visitation will be held at Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort.  Memorial donations may be made in Lacey’s honor to Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center to assist with final expenses.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may make a donation and share a message with the family.

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Eva Mae Noe, 81, of Clarks Hill, Ind., passed away March 27, 2026 in her home.  She was born on July 15, 1944 in Duffield, Virginia to Henry & Nora (Frazier) Hill.  She married Tommy Tyrone Noe on February 20, 1965 in Norton, Virginia and he survives.

Eva was a graduate of Powell Valley High School in Virginia and had lived in Clarks Hill for over 40 years.  She was a homemaker and attended Clarks Hill Christian Church.  She was an avid reader and if anyone gave her a book, she would read it!  She enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing with Tommy.

Surviving along with her husband are her son: Benjamin Tyrone Noe of Clarks Hill, her siblings: Betty (Robert) Stevens of Frankfort, Frances Ferrell of Somerset, KY, and Roy (Toni) Hill of Frankfort, along with 4 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter: Rosalie Anderson, and siblings: Lorene Moore, Herbert Hill, Irene Harness, Dolly Hill, Annie Bell Hill, Ricky Hill, and Eddie Hill.

A  funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Clarks Hill Christian Church, 9510 Pearl Street, Clarks Hill, Indiana.  Friends may visit from Noon until the time of service at 2 p.m. at the church.  Burial will follow in Clarks Hill Cemetery.  Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort is honored to assist the Noe family.  Memorial donations may be made in Eva’s honor to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000 Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Charles W. Wells, 90, of Thorntown, passed away March 21, 2026 at Franciscan Health Indianapolis.  He was born on July 19, 1935 in Indianapolis to Virgil and Martha (Smith) Wells.  He was known by loving family and friends as Chuck.

Chuck earned his BA degree in Administrative Justice from Golden Gate College in California. He served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1978 working as a mechanic before working in Investigations (CID) for the U.S. military.  Following retirement from the Army in 1978, he worked in security for the VA Medical Center in Indianapolis.  He was a former member of the Masonic Lodge.  Chuck was a collector of various items and loved his father’s Allis Chalmers tractors.

Surviving are his children: Chris Wells of Alaska, Mike Wells of Seymour, James Wells of Thorntown, Wade Wells of Tennessee, and Cassandra (Wells) Hobensack of Thorntown, along with 12 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents, children: David Wells and Nora Wells, and a sister: Francis Stoops.

Friends may visit 5-8 p.m. Thursday, March 26, 2026 at Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort.  A funeral service with military honors will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, March 27, 2026 at the funeral home.  Burial will follow the service in Green Lawn Cemetery, Frankfort.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Robert A. Giles, Jr., 65, of Colfax, passed away March 20, 2026 at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette.  He was born on August 26, 1960 in Kokomo to Robert Alan Giles and Doretta Mae (Richards) Pickett.  He married Joyce Carol Hall On October 10, 1987 and she survives.

Robert grew up in Greentown, graduating from Eastern High School in Greentown.  He moved to Clinton County in 1987 when he became the town marshal of Colfax.  In 1990, he began working for Eli Lilly in Indianapolis where he was a Quality Control Engineer, working on medical devices.  He worked there for 27 years, retiring in December of 2017.  The biggest love of Bob’s life was his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  In 2006, he followed the call to begin the Colfax Tabernacle Fellowship where he pastored for 19 years, leading many in their faith.

Bob loved his family and his animals.  He was a huge animal lover, especially his pets.  His interests varied widely.  He enjoyed music, writing and singing songs along with Joyce and playing several different instruments, including guitar, mandolin, and harmonica.  He also enjoyed building things and collecting knives, guns, coins, and sports cards.  Robert was a sports fanatic who loved all sports and proudly earned his black belt in karate.

Surviving along with his wife: Joyce are his children: Rachel Dawn Kerns of Brazil, IN, Robert A. (Brianna) Giles III of Michigantown, and Tiffany Grace (Dustin) Wrightsman of Colfax, grandchildren: Ashton, Davin, Kairon, Parker, Sutton, and Amara, his dad: James Pickett Sr. of Zionsville, along with his siblings: Teresa (Mike) Nixon of Russiaville, James (Michelle) Pickett Jr. of Zionsville, Michael (Kelly) Giles of Kokomo, and Debbie Begley of Kokomo.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his step-mother: Mary Giles.

A Celebration of Robert’s Life will be held at a later date, check back for date and time for the celebration.  Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center and Clinton County Crematory, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort are honored to assist the Giles family.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Grayson Scott Gilmore, 66, of Brownsburg, passed away March 5, 2026 at Hendricks Regional Health Danville Campus.  He was born on May 2, 1959 in Frankfort to Donald E. and Joan (Bailey) Gilmore.  He married Denise Brady in 1994 and she survives.

Grayson was a 1977 graduate of Clinton Prairie High School and earned his Associates Degree from Northwood Institute.  He had been retired for a few years.  Grayson was a member of New Hope Church in Frankfort and attended Connection Point Christian Church since moving to Brownsburg.  He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed bicycling.  He loved being with family, especially the Gilmore Christmases, and loved his animals.

Surviving along with his wife: Denise are his children: Josh Turner of Flora and Mary Gilmore of Cleveland, OH, brothers: Gregory Gilmore and Gordon (Linda) Gilmore, both of Frankfort, niece: Cassidy Gilmore of Lafayette and nephew: Grayden Gilmore of Frankfort.  He was preceded in death by his parents and nephew: Grant Gilmore.

In accordance with Grayson’s wishes, no services will be held.  He was proud to be an organ donor.  Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center and Clinton County Crematory, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort are honored to assist the Gilmore family.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Judith Ann McGill (Crutchfield), 81, of Frankfort, passed away at home on March 6, 2026.  Judy was born to Glavis and Ruth (Fields) Crutchfield on May 12, 1944.  She married John D. McGill on July 10, 1957.  Together in 1969, maintaining a loving and supporting marriage as Jehovah’s Witnesses, they were both baptized.  They were devoted to one another for over 68 years, John survives.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sister: Kathleen Cranfill and their 2 sons: Danny Joe and Nicky Lee.  Surviving is a daughter: Donna Mullins (spouse David), 2 daughters-in-law: Virginia McGill of Versallies, IN and Pamela McGill of Henryville, IN, 4 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, 8 step great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, and 1 step great-great-grandchild.

As a younger Judy, she loved roller skating and horses.  Being a young bride, she was a homemaker and enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and making quilts and afghans. On cold winter days, she and friends would chat and do puzzles.  She started oil painting in the early 80’s and continued to participate in many community event selling her hand painted saw blades and slates.  She became well known for her talents expressed in her paintings.

She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness in Lafayette and at the very heart of her love was her devotion to her faith in Jehovah’s promise

 Revelation 21:3, 4

            3:  With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be His people.  And God Himself will be with them.

            4:  And He will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore.  The former things have passed away.”

In accordance with Judy’s wishes, no services will be held.  Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center and Clinton County Crematory, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort are honored to assist the McGill family.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Larry “Monk” Ross, 74, of Frankfort, passed away March 6, 2026 at Milner Community Healthcare in Rossville.  He was born on July 16, 1951 in Frankfort to William E. and Mary L. (Kramer) Ross.

Surviving are his brother: Kevin Ross of Frankfort along with many nieces and nephews including Shelley (Mark) Hale of Frankfort and Sam Ross of Frankfort.  He was preceded in death by his parents and brother: Dennis Ross.

A private family funeral service will be held at Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort.  Burial will follow in Green Lawn Cemetery, Frankfort.  Memorial donations may be made to the Frankfort Eagles Lodge, 408 North Main Street, Frankfort, IN  46041.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Boyd H. Allen Garrison, 84, of Frankfort, passed away February 24, 2026 in his home.  He was born on July 29, 1941 in Lebanon to William O’Conal Bradley Garrison and Mary Maude (Wells) Garrison.  He married Dorothy E. Gann on December 31, 1960 and she preceded him in death on January 24, 2006.

Boyd was a 1959 graduate of Jackson High School and served in the United States Air Force from September 1960 to September 1966, serving in Vietnam.  He worked as a journeyman electrician and machine repairman for Allison Gas Turbine in Indianapolis for 27 years, retiring in 1997.  In retirement, he worked for Stalcop in Thorntown for 5 years.  He was a former President of the Frankfort Eagles and a member of EAA.  He enjoyed fishing, riding his 3-wheeler and Harley Sportster and working on old cars, trucks, and tractors, rebuilding his own tractor as recently as last year.  He also enjoyed “plinking” at his targets and restoring old guns.  Boyd was a skilled craftsman and loved building model boats and airplanes, earning Best in Show at the Clinton County Fair for his model wooden ship.

Surviving are his children: William (Carol) Garrison of Frankfort, Victoria Garrison (Brian Martin) of Frankfort and Greg (Becky) Garrison of Michigantown, grandchildren: Beau (Teresa) Garrison of Frankfort, Zachary (Kayla) Garrison of Lafayette, Seve (Ashley) South of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Caitlin (Chad) Timmons of Grand Island, Florida, Danielle (Lee) Glenn of Plainfield, and Trish Garrison (Tyler) of Indianapolis, 11 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, sister-in-law: Evelyn Garrison of Whitestown, and bonus daughters: Lyndia Quigg of Crawfordsville, Tammy Peterson of Monticello, and Sandy, Betty, and Angel all of Frankfort.  He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, son: Larry Garrison, brother: William Bradley “Brad” Garrison Jr., and sister: Irma Garrison.

Friends may visit 5-8 p.m. Friday, February 27, 2026 at Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center, 501 E. Clinton Street, Frankfort.  A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the funeral home.  Entombment will follow in Green Lawn Mausoleum, Frankfort.  Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Attn: RFL Clinton County, 5635 West 96^th Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46278.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Shirley J. Cooper, 86, of Frankfort, Ind., passed away February 20, 2026 at Clinton House Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Frankfort.  She was born on January 8, 1940 in Barren County, Kentucky to James Mitchel and Nina Edith (Cooksey) Kinslow.  She married J. Paul Cooper on July 7, 1956 and he preceded her in death on April 2, 2002.

Shirley attended school in Colfax and was a homemaker.  She was an avid seamstress and loved making quilts.

Surviving are her children: Wanda (Carlo) Lewis of Alaska, Andrew Ryan (Brandi) Cooper of Frankfort, Paul Daniel Cooper of Alaska, and daughter-in-law: Tammy Cooper of Frankfort, 6 grandchildren: Amy (Shon) Gambrel, Joseph (Shelby) Lewis, Chandra Cooper, Shirley (Gilberto) Herrera, Heather (Erik) Hernandez, and Kristen (Jason) Hodgin, 14 great-grandchildren, sister: Janet (Jim) Parker of Lebanon, half-brother: James Mitchell Kinslow of Frankfort, along with several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son: Charles David Cooper, brother: James Russell, and her sisters: Ruth Hiner and Edith Toney.

Burial will take place at 1 p.m. Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Bunnell Cemetery, Frankfort.  Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center and Clinton County Crematory, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort are honored to assist the Cooper family.  Memorial donations may be made in Shirley’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association, 50 East 91^st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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Geraldine M. Serna, 65, of Rensselaer, Ind., passed away February 17, 2026 in her home.  She was born on August 28, 1960 in Chicago, Illinois to Clarence Bud and Carol Sue (Polley) Serna.

Geraldine attended high school in Chicago.  She was a homemaker and had lived in the Rensselaer, Goodland, and Remington area for over 30 years.  She was an avid amateur photographer and loved drawing and anything artistic.  Geraldine loved her animals.

Surviving are her children: Robert Pendley of Goodland, Carrie Randolph of Lafayette, and Ashley DeJesus Morales of Rensselaer, 6 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, siblings: Debbie (Wally) Rygalski of Rensselaer, Bud (Diane) Serna of Morocco, Carol (Earl) Jones of Rensselaer, and Tammy (Mike) Yearly of West Lafayette, along with her best friend: Samantha Berenda of West Lafayette.  She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters: Stephanie Hupp and Stacey Bakely, and brother: Jim Serna.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center and Clinton County Crematory, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort are honored to assist the Serna family.  Please visit archerweston.com, where you may share a message with the family.

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