McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels

11/06/2025

Honoring Life. Supporting Families. Serving with Heart.
Every family deserves care, guidance, and a meaningful way to remember.
At McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, we’re here to help you celebrate every chapter — with dignity, compassion, and understanding.
From the first conversation to the final goodbye, we’re honored to walk beside you every step of the way.
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11/05/2025

Guiding Families with Care, Every Step of the Way.
When you need compassion, guidance, and experience — we’re here.
McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels has been honored to serve families with dignity and respect through life’s most difficult moments. Whether you’re planning ahead or in immediate need, our team is here to help you make thoughtful, meaningful decisions.
📞 Warsaw: (574) 267-7123
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11/04/2025

Planning ahead doesn’t take away from today — it simply brings comfort for tomorrow. Prearranging your wishes is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can give your loved ones.
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11/03/2025

Mary L. Espinoza

Mary L. Espinoza, 59, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Sunday, November 2, 2025.

Born in Columbia City, Indiana on July 3, 1966, Mary was the daughter of Donald Ray and Betty Lou (Sexton) Burkett. She graduated from Whitko Jr/Sr High School with the class of 1984.

Mary was currently working for Avalign Cutting Instruments in Warsaw. She was known as a very loving person with a warming smile. She was the type of person that was always there for you, no matter what.

Her family was her whole world. She enjoyed braiding her girl’s hair every night when they were little. All of her girl’s friends she claimed as her own and many kids called her Nana in her later years as well.

Mary was the queen of snacks and always had the biggest snack box ready when her G-babies came over or had a secret stash on her when she visited them. She loved babysitting her granddog and spoiling her. Her grandson Joel used to make fun of Nana for her “hillbilly accent and her finger arthritis” that he diagnosed. She lived for small weekend trips with her family, with the destination being unknown. Mary gave her G-babies many lasting memories of get aways or simple trips to a park to play or go on a hike.

She is survived by her daughters: Kayla (Jonah) Studebaker and Heather Orbeck, both of Pierceton; G-babies: Karmon Espinoza, Hayden Clark, Khloe Studebaker, Joel Studebaker and Natalia Orbeck; sisters, Donna (Robert) Tusing of Mesquite, TX and Annie (Mandy) Espinoza of Pierceton; and nieces and nephews: Tasia Shepherd, Michael Espinoza, Simon Espinoza, Tasia Flora, Sam Alston, Jessica Shepherd, Chris Tusing and Tony Tusing.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jerry Burkett.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 4-7 p.m. at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, 105 S. First Street, Pierceton.

Memorial contributions can be made to Whitko Marching Band, 1 Big Blue Ave, South Whitley, IN 46787 or the K County Kraken Softball (information from kcountykraken@gmail.com).

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11/03/2025

Healing Takes Time — and That’s Okay.
Some days feel lighter. Other days, the ache runs deep. Both are part of healing.
Grief isn’t about forgetting — it’s about learning to carry love forward, one day at a time.
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11/02/2025

Timothy N. Meloy

Timothy N. Meloy, 56, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.

Born on December 10, 1968 in Killeen, Texas, Tim was the son of Neal Meloy and Cindy (Rosebrook) Wennerstrom. He would attend grade school in Pierceton, Indiana before attending LaVille High School in 9th grade. He loved baseball and football and graduated with the class of 1987.

Tim worked in the RV industry since he was 18 and worked his way up to assistant plant manager for Thor Motor Coach in Wakarusa. From 1995-2017, he also served as a volunteer on the Pierceton and Warsaw Fire Departments, driving for EMS, as well as a reserve on the Winona and Warsaw Police Departments.

Meeting through family friends, Tim met Janet L. Valentine and the two married in Pierceton on March 20, 1993 and joined their families into one loving household. He was a loving father to his kids and showed them a hard work ethic and to live life by the Golden Rule. Tim was stern and forgiving, and gave great advice to lead you down the right path. He was smart, onery for sure and loved by all who knew him.

Tim was a man of many talents. He was a fantastic cook and was skilled in carpentry and construction, building his family’s home from the ground up. He loved shooting, fishing and hunting with his black lab Zeke. He was obsessed with Big Foot and never missed a show on T.V., but was also a movie, T.V. and music/artist buff. The couple enjoyed many mini getaways, traveling to every state east of the Mississippi River.

He is deeply missed by his wife, Jan, of Pierceton, and their children: Caryn Meloy of Argos, Andrew Meloy of Pierceton, Amanda (Josh) Brown of Warsaw, and Adam (Terra) Sellers of Hoffman Lake; 9 grandchildren: Megan, Kaitlyn, Breanna, Sedda, Sunny, Lilli, Emilee, Ivy and Harleigh; 3 great-grandchildren: Kirsten, Kaydin and William; father, Neal (Erna) Meloy of Crystal Lake and mother, Cindy Wennerstrom of Plymouth; siblings: Tracy Meloy of Argos and Terika (Richie) Dickson of Plymouth along with many nieces and nephews.

Tim was preceded in death by his grandson, Grayson.

Visitation will be held from 10-1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, 2290 Provident Court, Warsaw. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. in the chapel.

Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Pierceton Fire Department, 302 S. First Street, Pierceton, IN 46562.

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11/01/2025

Grateful hearts. Gentle moments. A season to remember. 🍂
Hello, November. As we enter a season of gratitude and reflection, we’re reminded of the importance of family, faith, and the memories that bring us comfort.
From all of us at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, may this month bring you peace and meaningful moments with those you hold dear.

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10/31/2025

Priscilla K. Conley

Priscilla K. Conley, 84, passed away peacefully with her husband and son by her bedside at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2025 at Miller’s Merry Manor in Warsaw.

Lifetime Warsaw resident, Priscilla was born on May 4, 1941 and one of four girls born to Guy and Jessie (VanVorst) Wolfe. She played the French horn in the high school band and graduated from Warsaw High School with the class of 1959.

On May 6, 1967 in the First United Church of Christ, her family’s church, Priscilla married Thomas R. Conley. They would welcome a son, Thomas E.

She co-owned a Penguin Point Restaurant in North Webster in the early ‘60s, but decided to come back to Warsaw to work a total of 50 years before her retirement. Priscilla always greeted customers from the front counter with a huge, friendly smile. She was a very loving person and made a lot of lasting friendships.

Priscilla had fun with her teammates on her bowling league at the now The Bowling Alley and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Warsaw. Living on Chapman Lake, the couple enjoyed swimming in the lake and made countless memories in their boat out on the lake. They treasured for the past 30 years, going to Gatlinburg every year on Christmas Day.

She is dearly missed by her husband of 58 years, Thomas R.; their son, Thomas E. (Vicky Buzzard) Conley of Warsaw; grandson, Thomas Allen (Kaitlyn) Conley of Champagne, IL as well as many nieces and nephews.

Priscilla was preceded in death by her parents and sisters: Norella Berg, Sonya Cramer and Marcia Wolfe.

Graveside services will be held at 12:00 p.m. noon on Monday, November 3, 2025 at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw with Pastor Brian Smith officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Animal Welfare League, 1048 S. 325 E., Pierceton, IN 46562 or Stillwater Foundation, 5910 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46814-4202 Attn: Development.

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10/31/2025

Wishing You a Safe & Happy Halloween!
As families head out for trick-or-treating and fall fun, we hope your evening is filled with laughter, sweet memories, and time spent with those you love most.
From all of us at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, have a wonderful and safe Halloween! 🧡

10/30/2025

Peace of Mind Starts with a Plan.
Planning ahead means fewer questions, fewer worries, and more peace for the ones you love. 💛
Call Allyson at (574) 267-7123 to start the conversation today.

10/29/2025

Reggie Johnson

Reggie Johnson, 78, of Angola, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.

He is survived by his loving wife Judy Ries and their Poodles, Dolly and Rocky, as well as his brothers, Eric (Cheryl) and Michael (Toni) Johnson.

Judy is grateful to family, friends, neighbors and the Steuben County Cancer Association for the tremendous love and support they provided. Stillwater Hospice provided Reggie with comfort and dignity in his last days.

There will be no services but you can honor Reggie through donations to Steuben County Cancer Association, P.O. Box 28, Angola, IN 46703. May his memory be a blessing.

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10/28/2025

Ethel Harmon

Ethel Harmon, 95, of Warsaw, passed away on Monday October 27, 2025 at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital, Warsaw.

Ethel the second oldest child of eleven children was born to Adam and Julie (Haywood) Slone, May 17, 1930, in Blue River, Kentucky.

Ethel retired from Kimble Glass in 1995 after 21 years as a Packer.

Ethel loved working her garden, enjoying her flowers and chickens, but her greatest love was her family and friends.

Ethel leaves behind a daughter Kay (Leonard) Goble, a special niece Julie (Steve) Littlejohn, brothers: Kenton (Bonnie) Slone, Adam Slone Jr., all of Warsaw and Wendall (Brenda) Slone of Mentone, sisters: Edith Stumbo of Prestonsburg, Ky and Ruby (Richard) Krebs, granddaughters: Becky (Steve) Schwegman and Gretchen (Scott) Powell, 5 great grandchildren, 6 great-great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ethel was preceded in death by her parents, brothers: Ervin Slone, Carl Slone, Issac Slone, Fred Slone, Clayton Slone, daughter: Joyce Ann Harmon, grandson: Michael Scott Goble and life partner: Ray Freeman.

The family asks that memorial donations be made to the Warsaw Family Worship Center, 1250 Husky Trail, Warsaw, Indiana 46582.

Visitation will be held Monday November 3, 2025, at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels from 4-6 pm, with services on Tuesday November 4, 2025 starting at 11 am, with Pastor Jonathon Spyres officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

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