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Obituaries

Notices and remembrances for Martin County.

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

Obituary information for Brenda G. Spencer

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Martin County · 47553 · Aug 28, 2026

Obituary information for Travis Lee Camden

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Martin County · 47553 · Aug 26, 2026

Obituary information for Daniel Lee "Danny" Alley

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Martin County · 47553 · Aug 22, 2026

Obituary information for Amanda Jo Bolin

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Martin County · 47553 · Aug 21, 2026

Obituary information for George William "Bill" Hatton

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Martin County · 47553 · Aug 21, 2026

Obituary information for Imogene Thomas

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Martin County · 47553 · Aug 20, 2026

Obituary information for Dorothy Jean Sandusky

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Martin County · 47553 · Aug 19, 2026

Obituary information for Dianne L. Oakley

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Martin County · 47553 · Aug 17, 2026

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