My dad raised 12 kids and only 4 left

Tamika Marie Coles was born in Newport News VA on March 11, 1981, to Ronald Fennell and Lisa Thomas-Coles, Raised by her aunt Dyane Balcom. On Monday, February 13th, 2023 She passed peacefully at the age of 41.

Tamika lived in many different areas between Florida & Virginia. Attended Ft Walton Beach high school, in Ft Walton Beach, Florida. She was an all-around people person. She would make friends anywhere she went. She worked many customer service jobs and also was a nurse. Tamika loved her some Michael Jackson . She was a person that could light up the room & keep the party going. She spoke her mind but loved wholeheartedly. Tamika faced some challenges in her life but was in the process of changing things around. She had goals and was determined to build a better foundation for herself and her children.

She was a loving mother, sister, daughter, cousin, and friend. Her children were her whole world. She spoke her mind but had a heart of gold. She also loved being with her favorite cousin Christine Fennell and best-friend Dana Harrold, they always had a great time together laughing, talking, and singing with Her Microphone. She always was the life of every party. Tamika will be missed by many.

Tamika leaves to cherish her memories with her three children Ajana Coles, Tyanna Paschal, and Rosheid Paschal; Sister Tiffany Coles; Brother Dwyane Coles and a host of family and friends that she loves. She is also preceded in death by her father Ronald Fennell; Aunt Ruby Jean Fennell and many other relatives.

Randall “Randy” Allen Champlain, 54, of Holts Summit, Mo passed away on March 2, 2023 at Valley View Retirement Center in Moberly. He was born on June 9, 1968, to Patsy and Joseph Champlain.

Randy is survived by his daughters, Lyssa and Christina; son, R.J.; their mother, Cara; grandsons, Anthony and Gunner; and granddaughter, La’Nova; mother, Patsy; brother, Chris and his wife Brenda; sisters, Janice and Cathy; nieces, Tara and her husband Ronald, Brittany, and Megan; nephew Chris (Bubby). Randy was preceded in death by his grandparents Joseph and Elizabeth Champlain, his father Joseph Dean Champlain, his uncle Marvin Wekamp.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date. The family is asking for donations in lieu of flowers to help with funeral expenses.

Vaughn E. Mettler, 72, Peru, passed away Saturday, February 25, 2023, at the Waters of Peru, following a long battle with cardiovascular disease. He had battled cancer long before that, having been in remission the past 12 years. But this time, that great big, loveable heart of his finally wore out.

If you had the luxury of meeting him, you were his friend. He adopted everyone he met and was loved by all. There wasn't a mean bone in his body.
Vaughn would often say, "Keep the smiles coming." Another phrase he quoted frequently was "The Lord knew what was happening better than any of us." He put his trust in the Lord which gives his family great comfort knowing where he is now. What can we do to show our love and appreciation for this man? What can we do to show his family how much we care? Yes, you can send a card or go to the expenses for flowers or trinkets - but right now, the biggest help you could give would be a love gift to help them with his funeral expenses. That can be easily done by clinking on the link below to donate online. 100% of your donation goes directly to Fisher Funeral Chapel to be applied to his final expenses. Any money received over the targeted amount will be used to purchase a headstone.

You may know his family - five children, Jeremy (Tara) Miller, Flora, IN, Jacob Mettler, Bunker Hill, IN, Joseph (Venessia) Mettler, Logansport, IN, Toni Mettler Lalo, Prescott Valley, Arizona, and Karen Luhrsen Smith, Indianapolis, IN; three brothers, Vern, Verlie and Vinyl Mettler, all of Logansport; IN; two sisters, Vonda Bowman, Peru, IN, and Veronica Turnpaugh, Onward, IN; lifelong friends, Jim and Linda Freels, Bunker Hill, IN; grandchildren, Calvin Hoover and Ashlynn Adams, Gabriel, Korbin, Emmitt and Ayla Mettler, all of Logansport, IN, Devin and Austin Mettler, Casper, Wyoming, and Brandon, Kyan, Braxton and Karenna Smith, all of Indianapolis, IN, Shayna Lalo and Owen Lalo, and Briar Monroe; ; his beloved 4-leggeed grandfurbabies; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. They appreciate your kindness so very much.

The family of Jeffrey C Emery is asking for financial help. All funds donated go directly to the funeral home. Your generosity is greatly appreciated and will be acknowledged. Thank You!!!
Jeffrey C Emery 49 passed away suddenly at his home in Asbury Park. He was currently working for Joe’s Service Center in Manasquan as a mechanic for 16 + years. Most loved for his sense of humor and witty comebacks. He was an avid fisherman in salt & fresh waters and an outdoorsman. He enjoyed muscle cars, especially his favorite 1980 Camaro. He liked the beach, boardwalk and spending time with his family doing things together. He is predeceased by his parents, Peter Emery & Marie Dietrich. Surviving is his wife, SaraNicole Emery, parents, William Dietrich and Kathleen Emery, children, Jeffrey, Nicholas, Sofia Marie, also, Rosemarie & Anthony, siblings, Jennifer, Christie & James Dietrich and Matthew & Catherine Emery. Memorial Gathering with service at Oliverie Funeral Home 125 S Cooks Bridge Rd Jackson to be announced. In lieu of flowers please make donations to www.fundthefuneral.com/jeffrey-c-emery. For Directions or to send online condolences please visit www.oliveriefuneralhome.com.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Trevor S.P. Roberts, 33 of Bronx, New York. Trevor transitioned from this earthly life on Friday, March 10th, 2023. The Santiago, Roberts, and connected families solicit your prayers and financial support as they face this difficult time. Thank you

Uncle Billy died suddenly while undergoing open heart surgery. Uncle Billy was the kindest and funniest guy we all knew. His sudden death will be honored on Sunday March 19, 2023, from 2-4 pm at Oliverie Funeral Home 2925 Ridgeway Rd Manchester NJ 08759. Due to his disability prior to the surgery, he was not able to work. The family is asking for any financial help you are able to provide. Please donate on the link, all donations will go directly to the funeral home and acknowledged. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. Sincerely the William Yenish Family.

My brother entered the Montefiore Moses Hospital in the Bronx, N.Y. on January 21st. January 29th, 10:30 a.m. my brother passed the Doctor calls & says I'm sorry and goes into a rant that it’s not her or the Hospitals fault, but it was my brother's health. The Doctor asked "Do you want an autopsy"? I replied “yes”. She then told me that an autopsy takes 30 days to perform & would derail funeral plans are you thinking cremation because there is no need for an autopsy. I replied “I want an autopsy”. The Doctor stated that she will see if they will approve it, see if he qualifies. I got a call the next day “Your request for an autopsy has been denied, because your brother does not meet the weight requirements". Then my brother's body was quietly removed from the hospital without any notification & I had to search for him as he is shipped around to & from different locations. When I Finally locate my brother's body I am told to pick him up that day. The ME also stated that "the Death Certificate states “DO NOT PERFORM AUTOPSY”. The Dr's. goal was to have my brother put in potters field without us knowing. Our donation goal is $8,000 to prove medical malpractice, so that we can finally lay him to rest. All donations go directly to the funeral home.

Thank you in advance for your consideration

Sandra Dee DuCarme, 57, of Donora, died Wednesday, February 22, 2023 in her home. She was born February 23, 1965 in Charleroi, the daughter of the late Vernon William and Beverly Ann Large Hayden.

Sandy was employed for twenty five years as a Human Services Coordinator at the Salvation Army in both Monessen and Finleyville. She was a member of the ABATE of PA Mon Valley Chapter. Her grandchildren and fur babies (Lola, Harley and Chip) were her life. Sandy was a loved member in her community. She enjoyed going to the beach and giving to others.

She is survived by five children, Christal Waggoner of Monongahela, Amber Rusnak of Donora, Stephanie Clutter of Latrobe, Paul (Rikki) Rusnak of Stockdale, Daniel Johnson of Donora; twelve grandchildren; four great grandchildren; four brothers, Vernon Hayden, Jr. of McKeesport, Todd Hayden of Castle Shannon, Dale Hayden of Monongahela, Charles Hayden of Donora; special friend, Linda Cherok; numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John George DuCarme who died May 6, 2012; granddaughter, Constance Rusnak; brother, Timothy Large; two sisters, Denise Hayden and Laura Hayden who died in infancy.

Friends will be received on Sunday, February 26, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM in the Frye Funeral Home, Inc., 427 West Main Street, Monongahela.

The family is asking for memorial contributions to be made to give Sandy the funeral she deserves.