Journalist Barbara Gayle and Others Pass Away

Mitchell B. Coombs, a former Cummins employee, passed away and is survived by his extensive family, with services scheduled in Westport, Indiana. Brett D. Merrick, formerly of Indianapolis, also passed away, with services planned at St. Louis Crossing Church. Vietnam veteran Jon Richard Perkins died at 71 and was remembered for his community service and dedication to AA groups. The journalism community mourns the loss of Barbara Gayle, an iconic figure renowned for her commitment to truth and integrity in journalism, leaving a lasting legacy. She was celebrated by the Association of Christian Communicators and Media for her 50-year career.