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12/01/2025

11/28/2025

The first year of the grief journey is difficult. It’s particularly hard to face the first time a special day passes, like a birthday or holiday. In this article, you will learn some ideas for navigating the “firsts” you will encounter on your path to healing. Click to learn more!

If this is your first year without a loved one, take a few moments to consider ways to navigate the "firsts" you will experience throughout this year.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! It's a day to stuff ourselves with delicious food and express how grateful we are for the past year. What's your favorite memory since last Thanksgiving?

11/26/2025

Spectacular marching bands are a staple of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade! Click the link below to learn how the West Virginia Mountaineers prepared for their performance. cutt.ly/MacysParade

11/25/2025

Frank Richard Barger

Frank Richard Barger, 88, of Hebron, Indiana, passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025. He was born July 16, 1937, in Rensselaer, Indiana, the son of Frank Robert Barger and Vera Verdell (Myers) Barger. Frank graduated from Fair Oaks High School and proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Frank spent many years as a barber in Wheatfield and Hebron, where he built lasting friendships and became a familiar face in the community. Later, he pursued a successful career in real estate, where his business expertise and independence set him apart. A true outdoorsman, Frank could often be found riding his mower or clearing brush from his properties with a chainsaw in hand. He was a keen observer of nature’s beauty and loved spending the time watching the birds on his feeders. He loved collecting stories from his travels, and wherever he went in the world, he always seemed to cross paths with fellow Hoosiers.

Frank was previously married to Janice E. (Walther) Barger, with whom he shared many cherished years. He is survived by their three children: Lyn (John) Thomas of Indiana, Gary (Tessa) Barger of Florida, and Nichole Barger (Jason Neff) of Colorado; five grandchildren: Derek (Christy) Thomas, Brooke (Scott) Bruins, Steven (Stephanie) Barger, Sophia Neff, and Kai Neff; and five great-grandchildren: Henry, Charlie, Madison, Grayson, and Brooks. He is also survived by his longtime companion and dear friend, Paula Colman of Hebron, Indiana.

Frank was preceded in death by his former wife, Janice; his parents, Frank and Vera Barger; and his brother, Jerry Barger.

Per Frank’s wishes, cremation will take place. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.SteinkeFuneralHome.com

View Frank Richard Barger's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

11/23/2025

Thank you, St Augustine Church, for allowing us to be part of your “End of Life “ gathering today.
We are grateful that you are sharing the message of being prepared!

11/21/2025

Thanksgiving is about expressing gratitude for the good things in life, the blessings that came into our lives this past year. But did you know that gratitude after loss can build resilience and help you heal? Click the link to learn more!

Did you know gratitude practices can build resilience after loss? Check out this article to learn more and how you can cultivate gratitude.

11/19/2025

Granny squares can make a cozy cardigan, a colorful lampshade, or a beautiful blanket! Check out the article below for more fun projects you can create with your squares! 🧶

Hooked on the humble granny square? Discover over 40 Granny Square ideas for a range of projects using crochet squares.

11/19/2025

Gathering with family is one of the best parts of Thanksgiving! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Amid the stress of preparing poultry, potatoes, and pies, carve out some time to have fun with your family. What are you most grateful for this year?

11/17/2025

Carol Jo Blann

Carol Jo Blann, 91, of Macon, GA, formerly of Morocco, IN, passed away November 14, 2025. She was born in Rensselaer, IN on July 11, 1934, the daughter of Millard Hart and Beaulah (Spurgeon) Hission. She was raised by her mother and her step-father, John Hission.

Carol graduated from DeMotte High School. She went on to graduate from Ball State University in 1956 with a degree in nursing. Right after graduating from Ball State, she went to Bethesda, MD to work at the National Institute of Health. She worked for several years at George Ade Memorial Hospital, and then as the Jasper County WIC nurse.

In March of 1957 she married George Blann. He preceded her in death in August of 1992.

Carol was a member of the Morocco First United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women. She enjoyed sewing, reading, word searches, and going to yard sales. Carol spent the last 30 years of her life in Macon, GA, where she volunteered for Meals on Wheels.

Carol is survived by five children: Cindy (Bob) Petri of Helena, AL, Brenda (Rodney) Strain of Monticello, IN, Brian (Tammy) Blann of Macon, GA, Mark Blann of Morocco, IN and Janet (Jerry) Ohren of Keller, TX; six grandchildren: Heather (Todd) Redmon, Leigh Ann (Edward) Jones, Kelly Putman, Jennifer Putman, Ashley Blann and Brandon Strain; and three great-grandchildren: Jonathan Jones, Drew Jones and Benjamin Jones.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George Blann; father, Millard Hart; mother, Beaulah Hission; step-father, John Hission; and sister, Shirley Zeck.

Visitation will be Friday, November 21, 2025 from 10 a.m. until time of funeral at noon (CST) at Steinke Funeral Home of Morocco. Pastor Wayne Williams officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Morocco First United Methodist Church.

Steinke Funeral Home is honored to be handling the arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared with the Blann family at www.SteinkeFuneralHome.com.

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11/17/2025

Step outside and hit the trails—it's National Take a Hike Day! Let nature inspire your journey!