Eli Wagler, 60, R.R. 1, Grabill, died Friday at 6:45 pm. in Parkview Memorial Hospital where he had been a patient for five weeks. He had leukemia and had been sick for about six months. Mr. Wagler was a farmer and a bishop in the Amish church. Surviving are his wife, Rosa; three sons, Henry, Camden, Mich., Harvey and John, both of R. R. 1, Grabill; seven daughters, Mrs. Barbara Zehr, R. R. 1, Spencerville, Mrs. Lizzie Lengacher, R. R. 1 Grabill, Mrs. Rosa Lengacher, R. R. 2, Grabill, Mrs. Anna Zehr, R. R. 1, Spencerville, Mrs. Kate Lengacher, R. R. 1, Spencerville, Mrs. Maggie Yoder, R. R. 1, Grabill, and Mrs. Mary Lengacher, R. R. 1, Grabill; 42 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; one brother, Daniel Wagler Lagootee; one sister, Mrs. Lizzie Gingerich, Lagootee. Funeral services will be Monday at 9 a.m. in the Eli Wagler residence, with the Rev. Levi Graber officiating. Burial will be in the Amish Cemetery, R. R. 1, Spencerville. Friends may call today after 7 p.m. at the Eli Wagler residence. Baldinger-Walter Funeral Home, Spencerville, is in charge of arrangements. (Sat., July 27, 1963)

Berne (IN) Library Heritage Room Adams County Obits 1962-1964
Transcribed by Janice Vasilovski

Rites for Charles Waldman, 75, who died early Saturday at his home, 3701 Winter Street, following a year's illness, will be held Tuesday at 8:30 am at Mungovan & Sons Funeral Home and at 9 am at St. Peter's Church. Rev. John A. Bapst will be in charge and burial will be in Catholic Cemetery. A native of Reading, Pa., Waldman resided in Fort Wayne since the age of 18. For 42 years, he was employed as a boiler maker for the Pennsylvania Railroad Company. He was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church. Waldman is survived by two sons, John and Charles; two daughters, Miss Florence Waldman and Mrs. Henry Fox, all of Fort Wayne and four grandchildren. His wife Mary died in December, 1938. The body may be viewed at the mortuary after 10 am today.

Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; January 21, 1940
Contributed by Karin King

WORLD WAR VET DIES SUDDENLY
Zeph Walker, 420 Bass Street, a World War veteran, died at Hartford City Tuesday morning shortly after his removal from an Indianapolis bound interurban car. He had boarded the car in Fort Wayne for the Veteran’s Hospital in Indianapolis, officials were advised. He became seriously ill when the interurban neared Hartford City, and died in the ticket office before he could be moved to a hospital. He was a member of Battery D, Rainbow Division, and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. The body was brought to Mungovan & Sons Mortuary here. Survivors include the widow, Theresa; seven children, Kenneth, Jeanette, Bud, Evelyn, Vonna, Mary and Flora Rose Walker, all at home; the father, James Walker of the Illinois Road; four brothers, Grover of Zanesville, Joseph, Alva and Carl Walker of this city, and three sisters, Mrs. Minnie Bollinger, Mrs. Bessie Kopp and Mrs. Mary Spangler of Fort Wayne.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 15, 1940

Angola, May 18 – Funeral services for Oliver Walters, 64, who died Thursday night at his home in Jackson Township, will be held Sunday at the Klink Funeral Home at 2 pm (CDT) with Rev. John Humfreys officiating. Burial will be in the Flint Cemetery. Surviving are one son, Henry, of Jackson Township; two grandsons; six brothers, Frank, Albert, Roy, and Robert of Clair County, Mich., Charles of Metz and Arley of Steuben County and one sister, Mrs. Nettie Mott of Pontiac, Mich.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 19, 1940

FARMER FOUND HANGED IN BARN
North Manchester, May 18 – The body of Charles Walther, 46, was found hanging from a rafter in the barn at his farm home southeast of here early today. The body was discovered by his wife. Coroner Todd Bender of North Manchester is investigating. Walther was a World War veteran and had spent most of his life in this community. He is survived by the widow; one son, Harry J. Walther of near North Manchester; two brothers, Clarence and Glen Walther of near North Manchester and one sister, Mrs. L. E. Hillman of Huntington. Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 pm (CST) at the Bender Funeral Home here with burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 19, 1940

Lillian Gail (Osborn) Wamsley, 84, of Warren, IN. She was born May 2, 1933 to Chester Gleland Osborn and Sylvia Ellen (Sturdevant) Osborn. She died Saturday, January 13, 2018 at Heritage Pointe in Warren, IN. She married Paul Dean Wamsley November 1954; who predeceased her June 1977. Survived by daughter, Deanna Colbert of Naples, Florida; son, Terry Wamsley of Portland, Texas; and grandchildren, Josef Dean, Alexander David and Noelle Dawn Wamsley. There will be no service at her request. Memorial contributions may be made to Warren United Church of Christ, 202 E 2nd St, Warren, IN 46792. Arrangements are being handled by Glancy-H. Brown & Son Funeral Home in Warren, IN.

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Wabash, May 14 - The death of William Warren, 62, was caused by a heart attack suffered while he was working on a WPA road project Monday afternoon, according to Coroner Todd Bender. Warren was stricken while working on the Dora Pike east of Wabash. He was a native of Miami County, but had lived in Wabash for 18 years. He is survived by his widow and the following nine children: Lawrence, Edward, John, Orville and William, all of Wabash, Mrs. Gerald Gartner, Mrs. Edgar Perry, Mrs. Charles Friedersdorf and Mrs. Frank Scott, also of Wabash.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 15, 1940

Funeral services for William Warren, 72, will be held at 2:30 o’clock Thursday afternoon at the Wire Funeral Home with Rev. Elmer Smith of the First Evangelical Church in charge. Burial will be in the Friends Cemetery.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 16, 1940

Roanoke, May 16 – Mrs. Clara Waters, 60, died at 2:20 pm today at her home southwest of here after an illness of six months. She was a native of Huntington County. Surviving is her husband, Joseph M. Waters, one sister, Mrs. Jessie Ervin of Huntington. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1 pm (CDT) at the Koontz Funeral Home here and at 2 pm at the Huntington Nazarene Church with Rev. J. W. Roach officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery near Huntington.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 17, 1940

Local Man's Mother Is Taken By Death
Mrs. Ann V. Weis, mother of Tom Weis, owner of Price Men's wear store in this city, died at 1 a.m. Sunday at St. John's hospital in Anderson. Surviving are her husband, Carl Weis; two sons, Tom of this city and Michael of Anderson, and 10 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Catholic church in Anderson, with burial in East Maplewood cemetery in that city. Friends may call at the Brown & Butz funeral home, 214 East 12th street, Anderson, after 7 p.m. today. (Mon. Jan. 14, 1963)

Berne (IN) Library Heritage Room Adams County Obits 1862-1964
Transcribed by Janice Vasilovski

Huntington, May 18 – Mrs. Mary Mollie Welch, 74, died at her home here today following a stroke of paralysis two weeks ago. She was a member of the Rebekah Lodge. Surviving are the husband, John M. Welch; a brother, Charles C. Collins, Lake Orion, Mich., and five sisters, Mrs. Eliza Kelsey, Kokomo; Mrs. Estella Micham, Monroe, Mich.; Mrs. Clara Ellis, Mansfield, O.; Mrs. Anna Heinlein, Fort Wayne and Mrs. Princess M. Styer, Huntington. Funeral services will be conducted at the residence at 2:30 pm (CDT) Monday, Rev. D. R. Hutchinson officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 19, 1940

CRASH VICTIM’S RITES MONDAY - Noble County Driver Dies of Injuries
Kendallville, May 18 – Funeral services for Dale William Wells, 32, who died early today at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Wells of southwest of this city, of injuries suffered, last night in a truck-automobile collision, will be held Monday at 2 pm at the parents’ home. Rev. A. P. Beale will officiate and burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Wells was injured when his automobile collided with a light truck occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Hampshire of near this city on a country road northeast of here. Complaining only of minor injuries, he was given treatment by physicians and returned to his parent’s home. His condition became worse during the night and he died this morning. Coroner Myron C. Hutchins of this city investigated and said death was caused by concussion of the brain.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 19, 1940

Warsaw, May 20 – Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at the Progressive Brethren Church here for Mrs. Sarah Whitehead, 83, who died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. F. E. Robbins, northeast of here. Surviving are one daughter, five grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren.
Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 21, 1940

Kendallville, May 15 – Funeral services for Mrs. Lucinda White, 76, widow of George White, who died in River Rouge, Mich., Wednesday at the home of her son Harold, will be held at 2 pm Thursday in the Cedar Chapel Church of the Brethren, with burial in nearby cemetery. Born near Kendallville, she was a resident of this city until four years ago. The body was brought to the A. J. Berhalter Funeral Home here. Surviving are one son and two sisters.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 16, 1940

Pleasant Lake, May 13 – Sheldon Clayton Wilcox, 50, retired farmer, died this morning at his home here after an illness of 11 years. Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Elsie Freed Wilcox; 11 children: Clayton and Walter Wilcox and Mrs. Ethel Ferris of Angola, Mrs. Bruce Malone of Pleasant Lake and Warren, Mary, Irene, Sylvester, Robert, Arline and Samuel Wilcox at home; six grandchildren; one brother, Carl Wilcox of Pleasant Lake and four sisters, Mrs. Kelly Ackley of Ravenna, O., Mrs. Della Hoffman of Angola, Mrs. Leona Munger of Orland and Mrs. Emma Strawser of LaGrange. The body was taken to the Kistler Funeral Home at Hudson and will be returned to the residence Tuesday morning. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 pm (CDT) at the Pleasant Lake Baptist Church with Rev. W. E. Maners officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Lake Cemetery.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 14, 1940

William Wilkinson
11/19/1938-1/7/2018
William Wilkinson, age 79, rural Portland resident passed away Sunday at his residence. He was born in Portland November 19, 1938 the son of Leo and Esther (Cramer) Wilkinson. He was a Pike Township farmer. Private burial will be in the Lawndale Cemetery in Ridgeville. Baird-Freeman Funeral Home are in charge of arrangements.

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Roanoke, May 16 – Marilyn Ann Wince, 7-month-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Wince of R.R. No. 2, Roanoke, died at 7 o’clock last night at the Lutheran Hospital. The child was admitted to the hospital at noon yesterday for medical treatment. The body was taken to the DeMoney Funeral Home at Columbia City.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 17, 1940

Roann, May 17 – Funeral services for Mrs. Elizabeth C. Yarian, 70, who died at 5 o’clock this morning at her home north of Roann, will be held at 2:30 o’clock Sunday afternoon at the Niconza Baptist Church with Rev. Jesse Squires in charge. Rev. George Cain will assist with the service. Burial will be in the Roann I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Mrs. Yarian was a native of Miami County, but had lived in this community for 32 years. She is survived by the following children: Edward C. Yarian, John H. Yarian and Mrs. Russell Miller, all of Roann, and Jack B. Yarian of Flora; five brothers, 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 18, 1940

Columbia City, May 18 – Mrs. Edith Mae Young, 63, died at 8:40 pm today at her home here after an illness of three years with heart disease. She was born at Coesse but had spent most of her life in this city. Surviving are her husband, Edward Young; one daughter, Mrs. Emerson Forney of LaPorte; one grandchild; one great-grandchild; two stepsons, Fred and Burl Young of Columbia City; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Frank Eley of Richmond and Ms. Otto Knight of this city and one sister, Mrs. Anna Kraus of Chicago. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 3 pm (CDT) at the DeMoney Funeral Home here with Rev. Blake Franklin officiating. Burial will be in South Park Cemetery.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 19, 1940

Van Wert, O., May 16 – Mrs. Philip Young, 76, died last night at her home in Harrison Township. She had been ill of complications which followed a hip fracture last January. Mrs. Young was born in Pleasant Township and spent all her lifetime in the county. Surviving are her husband; two sons, Arthur and Harold of Harrison Township, and a sister, Mrs. Anna Flickinger of Pleasant Township. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 pm at the home and at 2:30 pm at the St. Paul’s Evangelical Reformed Church in Harrison Township. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 17, 1940

Angola, May 13 – Mrs. Floren Zimmer, 79, died Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Cleo Wycoff of Helmer. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 pm (CDT) with Rev. John Humfreys officiating. Burial will be in the South Scott Cemetery. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Wycoff and Mrs. Fred Maugherman of Angola; one son, Warren; five grandchildren, one brother and one sister. The body will remain at the home of Mrs. Fred Maugherman until time for the funeral.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 14, 1940

Zuercher, Nelson David, son of Daniel and Barbara (Sprunger) Zuercher, was born near Berne, Ind., July 10, 1887; died at the Orrville (Ohio) Dunlap Hospital, Sept. 2, 1963; aged 76 y. 1 m. 23 d. On Oct. 3, 1913, he was married to Eva Sommer, who survives. Also surviving are one son (Homer), one grandson, one great-grandson, one sister (Adella-Mrs. Fred Bachman), 3 half brothers (Edward, Calvin, and Elmer), and 2 half sisters (Della-Mrs. Wilbert Bear and Elma-Mrs. Jeff Rouch). Three brothers, 2 half brothers, and 2 sisters preceded him in death. He was a member of the Kidron Church, where funeral services were held, in charge of Reuben Hofstetter, Isaac Zuercher, Bill Detweiler, and Lester Graybill.

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Zuercher Funeral Held At Orville
Funeral services were held at 2:30 this afternoon at the K??? Mennonite church, Orville, Ohio, for Nelson D. Zuercher, an Adams county native who died Monday at Dunlap hospital in Orville. He was employed as custodian at Orville junior high school. Surviving are his wife, the former Eva B. Sommer; a son Homer Zuercher of Wooster, Ohio; a grandson, Howard; a great-grandson, James; a sister, Mrs. Fred Bachman of Visalia, Calif.; two half-sisters, Mrs. Jeff Rauch of Decatur and Mrs. Wilbur Baer of Bluffton, three half-brothers, Edward Zuercher of Palm Dale, Calif., Calvin Zuercher of Fort Wayne, and Elmer Zuercher of Ossian. (Thurs. Sept. 5, 1963)

Berne (IN) Library Heritage Room Adams County Obits 1962-1964
Transcribed by Janice Vasilovski

Mrs. Julia A. Adair, 81, died last night at 8:15 o’clock at the home of her son, Harvey Adair of 2208 Chestnut Street. She was a native of Allen County. Mrs. Adair was a member of St. Paul’s Methodist Church. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Clara M. Clayton of Hoagland and Mrs. Anna Ellenwood of Chicago; two sons, Harvey and Lewis A. Adair, a member of the Fort Wayne Police Department; a sister, Mrs. Catherine Thompson, Decatur Road; 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The body was taken to the Chalfant, Perry & Pook Funeral Home.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 30, 1940

Leonidas, Mich., May 24 – Miss Alvena Ahrndt, 53, a resident of this community all her life, died last night in Sturgis Memorial Hospital following a stroke of paralysis. Miss Ahrndt was a member of the Colon Lutheran Church. Surviving are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Ahrndt of Leonidas; one sister, Mrs. Vance Sweet of Cleveland, and a brother, Charles Ahrndt of Colon. Services will be held at the Ahrndt farm home Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock with Rev. E. N. Bartel of the Burr Oak Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be in the Lakeside Cemetery at Colon.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 25, 1940

Huntington, May 20 – Mrs. E. E. Allen has been notified that her grandson, Lieut. Harry Allen of Long Beach, Cal., was killed when struck by an automobile at Seattle, Wash., yesterday. He was commander of the U.S.S. Eagle 38. He is survived by the widow, two daughters, a sister, and the parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. I. Allen, Evanston, Ill.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 21, 1940

North Manchester, Jan. 20 - John Almack, 85, died at 12:30 pm today at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Jocie Landis of North Manchester, after an illness of six months. He was a lifelong resident of this community and formerly was a timber cutter. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Landis and Mrs. Pearl Snyder of North Manchester, and two sons, James Almack of North Manchester and Albert Almack of Kalamazoo, Mich. Funeral services probably will be held Monday at the Burgess Funeral Home here with Rev. H. L. Hartsough officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; January 21, 1940
Contributed by Karin King

Warsaw, May 29 – M. Irven Andereck, retired railroad worker, died Tuesday night at his home after suffering a stroke of paralysis. Surviving are the widow, Nettie; a daughter, Mrs. Melvin Goshert of Warsaw, Edward of Peru and two grandchildren. Final rites will be conducted Friday at 2:30 pm at the home. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 30, 1940

Justin E. (Barney) Arata, MD, 96 of Fort Wayne, passed away on November 27, 2017. He was born in Mishawaka, IN on October 31, 1921 and was the son of Alphonsus P. and Mary Geneva (Schroeder) Arata. Dr. Arata graduated from St. Monica Elementary School and Mishawaka High School, where he lettered in football. He completed his undergraduate work at Indiana University, in Bloomington, where he was awarded Phi Beta Kappa for scholarship. He then entered Indiana University School of Medicine, where he was class president and earned the Alpha Omega Alpha scholastic award. After completing medical school, he entered the U.S. Navy and served in WWII. He interned at the U.S. Naval Hospital in Oakland, California and then joined the Pacific Fleet as a medical officer. He participated in the atomic bomb tests at Bikini in 1946. After his discharge as a Lieutenant, junior grade, he returned to Fort Wayne where he completed fifteen months of postgraduate education at St. Joseph Hospital. He then moved to Gregory, South Dakota, where he worked as a locum tenens physician in general practice, for nine months. This was followed by his surgical fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He returned to Fort Wayne and joined the surgical practice of Dr. C.G. McEachern. He was called back to military duty during the Korean War and was assigned to the U.S. Air Force as a surgeon, on the island of Bermuda. In 1954, he returned to private surgical practice in Fort Wayne where he continued practicing until his retirement in 1991. Dr. Arata was Board Certified in General Surgery, a member of the Fort Wayne Medical Society and the American College of Surgeons. He and his partner, Dr. Alan Perry, founded the Arata Medical Group as well as the first Health Maintenance Organization in Indiana, Summit Health. Dr. Arata was a past President of the Indiana chapter of the American College of Surgeons. He was a staff member of all three Fort Wayne hospitals and served as President and Director of Medical Education at Parkview Hospital. He was a past board member at Bishop Dwenger High School and was inducted into the Bishop Dwenger Hall of Fame. He served as a team physician for Bishop Dwenger for thirty years. He and his late wife, Mary I. Arata were founding members of the Doctors Mayo Society, a Laureate of the Mayo Alumni Association and a founding member of the American Society of Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Arata, along with Dr. Dave Schleuter and Carol Burns, RN, established the organ donation program in Fort Wayne. At one time, the program supplied over fifty percent of all donated kidneys for transplant in the state of Indiana. He was an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Arata was a founding member of the St. Vincent de Paul Boy Scout Troop. He volunteered at Matthew 25 Clinic for many years. He and his late wife, Mary I. Arata, funded several bronze sculptures created by Professor Sufi Ahmad, in both Mishawaka and Fort Wayne, and donated to the communities. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion, Lincoln Post #82 and was a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Upon his retirement, Dr. Arata was awarded the Sagamore of the Wabash by the Governor of Indiana. He was also presented the Kentucky Colonel award by the Governor of Kentucky. He was Board Chairman of EMS Summit Circuits in Logansport, Indiana and was involved with several other businesses in Colorado and Wyoming. Dr. Arata was predeceased by his wife of sixty-two years, Mary Imelda Welsch Arata. He is survived by their seven children, Catherine Schlesinger of Charlotte, NC, Nancy Teagarden of Wolcottville, IN, Dr. Michael (Jane) Arata of Fort Wayne, Patrick Arata (DeeAnn) of Fort Wayne, James E. (Maureen) Arata of New Haven, IN, Mimi (Dr. Michael) Conway of Tucson, AZ and John (Jane) Arata of Gahanna, OH, his wife, Patricia Semple Arata, three step-children, fifteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; sisters, Adelaide Caleal and Agnes Laux and a brother, Dr. James A. Arata. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 am, December 1, 2017 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 1502 E. Wallen Road with calling one hour prior. Calling also from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, November 30, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road. Burial in Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, preferred memorials are requested to the Mayo Clinic Foundation or to Bishop Dwenger High School.

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EQUESTRIENNE KILLED IN FALL
Mrs. John D. Archer, 31, Thrown By Horse in Franke Park Mrs. John Douglas Archer, 31, of 3419 Wells Street, died at St. Joseph’s Hospital about 12:15 pm yesterday of an internal injury received when tossed from a horse in Franke Park about 11 am. Death was caused by a ruptured spleen, reported Dr. A. R. Savage, Deputy Allen County Coroner. Mr. and Mrs. Archer were riding through the park on horses obtained from a nearby stable when the latter lost her stirrup. The hose became unmanageable and bolted, throwing Mrs. Archer to the ground before the husband could ride close enough to give aid. Mrs. Archer got to her feet immediately, the husband said, and started brushing her clothing. She warned her husband to retrieve the horse; else it would trot to the barn. When Archer returned, he found his wife unconscious on the ground. She was lifted into an automobile and driven to the hospital, where she regained consciousness for a time. An examination disclosed only minor bruises and abrasions. Mrs. Archer became unconscious again at the hospital and died. Mrs. Archer, secretary and active in affairs of the Parent-Teachers Association of the Lincoln School, attended South Side High School and was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church and the Women’s Guild of the church. Surviving besides the husband are two sons, Billy and John Frederick, both at home; the parents, Mr. and Mrs. William E. Reed of R. R. No. 4, Fort Wayne and a brother, Elmer E. Reed, also of that address. Among the surviving cousins are Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ash of Fort Wayne. The body was removed to the Getz & Cahill Funeral Home where it may be viewed after 7 pm today. Services will be held there at 2 pm Wednesday with the Venerable James McNeal Wheatley, pastor of Trinity Episcopal Church officiating and interment will be in Lindenwood Cemetery.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 27, 1940

Huntington, May 20 – Henry Arnold, 59, native of Huntington who lived here until about 20 years ago, died yesterday in a Cleveland hospital following an operation. His mother, Mrs. Jacob Arnold and sister, Miss Mary, of this city have left for Cleveland where funeral services and burial will be held. He was a building contractor there. Before leaving Huntington, he was employed at the Reichenbaugh-Wickenhelser store. Surviving are the widow, a daughter, the mother, three brothers, Herman Arnold, Fort Wayne, George Arnold, Cleveland, and Joseph Arnold, Chicago and three sisters, Mrs. Cecelia Schilling, Fort Wayne, Mrs. James Fosselman, Cleveland and Miss Mary.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 21, 1940

Decatur, May 21 – Mrs. Andrew D. Artman, 72, died this morning at her home in this city after a long illness of carcinoma. She was a member of the First Christian Church and the Ben Hur and Rebekah Lodges. Surviving besides the husband are a daughter, Mrs. Ruby Florence Baker of Decatur; a son, James Michael Artman of Tecumseh, Mich.; a sister, Mrs. Rebecca Walker of Adrian, Mich.; three grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral services will be held at the home at 2:30 pm Friday with burial in the cemetery at Willshire, O.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 21, 1940

Lafayette, IN., she graduated from Indiana University. Linda worked at GTE for 35 years. She enjoyed gardening, crafts, and donating her time and talents to United Faith Presbyterian Church. Surviving are her brother, Terry (Donna) Atherton of Valparaiso, nephew, Adam (Laura) Atherton of Fort Wayne, and niece, Rebecca (Steve) Petrie of New Haven, IN. Linda was preceded in death by parents Walter Harold and Martha Virginia Atherton. Service is 2:00 pm, November 18, 2017 at - D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling an hour prior. Memorials may be made to Allen County SPCA.

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RIVER VICTIM’S FUNERAL TODAY
Napoleon, O., May 23 – Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 pm at the Wesche Funeral Home here for Charles Welton Augenstein, 10-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Augenstein of this city, who was drowned in the Maumee River near here when a boat caught fire. Five other occupants of the small craft were saved by two men who witnessed the accident from the shore and swam to their assistance. Dr. J. A. Dunkel will officiate at the funeral and burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery. Surviving are the parents and one sister.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 24, 1940

Born in Escanaba, Michigan, Phyllis was the daughter of the late Henry Carr and Adelle Parks. Phyllis was the owner and operator of Three Generations Unlimited for 30 years prior to her retirement in 2015. Phyllis was full of energy and had a "Do Not Give Up Attitude." Her sassy and spunky sense of humor will be missed. She cherished making memories with her family, especially her grandchildren. Surviving are her children, Annette (Christopher) Wright of Dewitt, MI, Martin (Christie) Pier of Deer Trail, CO; grandchildren, Benjamin (Aimee) Wright, Lindsey (Josh) Gibson, Sage Pier, Jacelyn Pier, Leah Pier; great-grandchildren, Ethan, Owen, Logan, Davy, and Piper; along with her six siblings . Phyllis was preceded in death by her son, Davy Pier. Private Family Celebration of Life Service will be held in the spring. Memorials may be made to Visiting Nurse Hospice or Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana.

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Hartford City, May 21 – Mrs. Susannah Bales, 65, died at her home here this morning after an illness of a few weeks. Surviving are a son, Nile Bales of Dunkirk and a daughter, Miss Leona Bales of this city. The funeral will be held Thursday at 2 o’clock in charge of Rev. Vincent McGlynn of this city. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery here.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 22, 1940

Danette Kristine Barlow, 44, passed away Sunday, November 26, 2017 in Irving Texas. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Danette graduated from Paul Harding High School. She had been working as a CNA with Medical City Plano prior to her passing. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend and will be missed by all who knew her. She enjoyed reading, watching reality TV, cooking, taking care of others, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Surviving are her mother, Kay Barlow of Fort Wayne; children, JaMarcus Barlow-Perry, QaShaunda Barlow-Perry both of Fort Wayne, Tyesha Barlow-Perry of Dallas, TX; grandchildren, Jayden, Quashaun, JaMarcus Jr, JaMiyah grandchildren, with one on the way; along with her close aunt, Shelly Barlowof Fort Wayne. Service is 11:00 am, Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling one hour prior. Calling at the funeral home Tuesday, December 5, 2017, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Memorials may be made to the family.

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Mary T. Barnes, 70, passed away Sunday, November 26, 2017 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Mary worked as a teacher at St. Jude Catholic School and Bishop Dwenger High School, and most recently she served as the Director of Religious Education at St. Jude. She was a faithful member of St. Jude Catholic Church. Surviving are her husband, Mike Barnes of Fort Wayne; her children, Michael (Amy) Barnes of Fort Wayne, Molly (Derek) Trambaugh of Noblesville, IN, and Tim (Kelly) Barnes of Indianapolis, IN; 3 grandchildren, Katy Barnes, James Barnes, and Abigail Trambaugh. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, 3 brothers, and 2 sisters. Mass of Christian Burial is 1:30 pm, Friday, December 1, 2017 at St. Jude Catholic Church, 2130 Pemberton Dr, with calling one hour prior. Calling also at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave on Thursday, November 30, 2017 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm with a Vigil service at 3:30 pm. Burial in Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Catholic Church.

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Joseph Ward Barney, 83, died Tuesday, November 28, 2017. Joe was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Lewis Joseph Barney and Marie (Kraner) Barney. He was drafted in the Army in 1957. Joe was a service writer for C&P Machine for over 20 years and a member of the South West Conservation Club. Joe enjoyed spending his time at Pawster Park with his dog, Annie. Joe is survived by his two children, Jeff (Molly) Barney of Roanoke and Jo Lynn “Buffy” (Charles) Melton of Fort Wayne; only brother, Lowell (Pat) Barney of Fort Wayne; 8 grandchildren, Jeffery Barney, Bradley (Jaclyn) Gerow, Samantha Sorg, Joseph Melton, Phillip Melton, Charlie (Dani) Melton, Jonathan Melton and Lynnsey (Kierston) Phillips; and four great grandchildren, Silas, Regan, Kit and Kam. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Phyllis L. Barney, on May 18 2013. Funeral Service is 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 2, 2017 at Covington Funeral Home, 8408 Covington Road, with calling two hours prior. Officiating will be Chaplain Peter Janzen. He will be laid to rest at Covington Memorial Gardens with military honors. Preferred memorials are to Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control or Allen County Cancer Services.

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(Handwritten date: Friday, November 24, 1950)
WIFE OF MENNO BASINGER DIES - Well Known Woman Dies At Home in Ohio; Rites Saturday
Mrs. Elizabeth Basinger, ??, wife of Menno Basinger of near Columbus Grove, Ohio, died at her home at 9:35 a.m. Wednesday .....was the daughter of ?? and Maria Anne Habegger. She was born November 28, 1867, in Allen County, Ohio. She would have reached her 83rd birthday next Tuesday. The Basinger family visited in this community frequently and she was widely known here. Surviving are the husband and one daughter, Melita, a step-son, Millard, and two step-grandsons. The funeral will be at 2:30 p.m. (cut off)
(Karin King note: Elizabeth is buried in Ebenezer Cemetery, Bluffton, Allen County, Ohio)

Adams County Historical Museum 1933-1953 Scrapbook
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Deborah Bauer, 55, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2017. She was born on May 11, 1962. Surviving are her daughter, Brittany Seitz; and grandchildren, Briyanna, Alayna, and L.J. A celebration of life will be held December 16, 2017 from 12pm to 2pm at the American Legion Post 47, 601 Reed Road Fort Wayne, IN 46815. Arrangements by D.O. McComb and Sons.

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Grace M. Baxter, 94, of Hartford City, IN, (Jackson Twp.) passed away at 5:42 AM on Saturday, December 02, 2017 at Millers Merry Manor-H.C. in Hartford City, IN. She was born on Tuesday, August 07, 1923, in Pique, OH. She married Marion L. Baxter on Saturday, June 22, 1946 in Winchester, IN. Grace was a 1942 graduate of Spartanburg High School in Randolph County. She was a member of the Farmland United Methodist Church. She was a veterinary Tech. in Randolph Co. Grace was a member of the Randolph Co. Homemakers, Women’s Society at the Farmland Methodist Church, Rural Couples in Randolph Co., Farmland Vol. Fire Dept. Auxiliary, and the Bethel United Methodist Ladies Aid. She had been a Randolph Co. 4-H leader for many years. Grace enjoyed jig saw puzzles, word search books, and above all spending time with her family. Loving Survivors Include her Son - Rex (Cindy) Baxter, Hartford City, IN, Grandchildren - Maria (Tony) Robbins, Albany, IN, Marci(Mike) Pittenger, Muncie, IN, Marisa (Chad) Barnes, Hartford City, IN, Maudlyn (Devon) Messersmith, Hartford City, IN, Great Grandchildren - Baxter (Liz) Holdcroft, Baylea Holdcroft (Rhett Thompson), Breea Holdcroft, Emily Pittenger, Levi Holdcroft (Savannah Harrison), Derrek (Ashlyn) Barnes, Zac Barnes (Katie Kaufman), Caleb Messersmith, Gretchen Messersmith (Nathan Brown), Dylan Messersmith, Erica Robbins, Dylan Robbins; Great Great Grandchildren - Maddie Hull, McKaylee Hull, Zayne Lisby, Carson Welter, Avery Robbins, & Arlee Thompson. She was preceded in death by her Father - James B. Coddington, Mother - Bessie (Walburn) Coddington, Husband - Marion L. Baxter, Daughter - Gretchen Baxter, Brother - Ralph A. Coddington, and Sister - Floy A. Coddington. There will be a private family memorial service held at the Farmland United Methodist Church. Preferred memorials: Farmland United Methodist Church. Arrangements are being handled by Walker & Glancy Funeral Home in Montpelier.

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Auburn, May 22 – The body of Mrs. Wilbur Beaty, 41, will be brought from St. Louis to the John R. Clark Funeral Home here for funeral services and burial. Mrs. Clark, a former Auburn resident, died this morning at St. Louis. Surviving are her husband, one son, Max, her parents, one brother and two sisters, Mrs. Grace Reinchield and Mrs. Grenlvere Oblinger, both of this city.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette(IN); May 23, 1940

Auburn, May 24 – Funeral services for Mrs. Nellie Beaty, wife of Wilbur Beaty of St. Louise and a former resident of this city will be held Saturday at 2 pm at the Clark Funeral Home here. Rev. O. B. Noren will officiate and burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 25, 1940

Funeral services for Charles G. Beck, 40, who died at 8:45 o’clock Thursday morning at his home on the Reckeweg Road following an extended illness, will be held Saturday afternoon at 2:45 o’clock at Klaehn & Sons Funeral Home and 3 o’clock at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rev. E. J. Boerger officiating. Burial will be in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may view the body at the funeral home. Mr. Beck had been ill since last December, but his condition was serious only the last month. He was a member of St. John’s Church and was employed by the Anti-Borax Compound Company here since 1935. Prior to that time he was a machinist for the former Dudlo Company. Survivors include the widow, Alma; two daughters, the Misses Ruth Mary and Marjorie Beck of this city; the mother, Mary Beck of this city; a sister, Mrs. Paul Kucher of near Fort Wayne and four brothers, William, Paul and Henry Beck of this city and Frederick Beck of Lafayette.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 31, 1940

Barbara A. Becker returned to her Heavenly Father November 12, 2017. She was born on October 26, 1934, in the living room of the home her grandfather built in Aboite Township. She was the daughter of Doris and Margaret (McMaken) VanHoozen, who preceded her in death. She grew up on a forty-acre family farm with her younger sister Joyce (Ken) Offord and brother, Richard (Debbie) VanHoozen, who both survive her. She graduated from Jefferson Center High School, where she was senior class president. She then worked at Western Union where she met Joseph C. Becker. They were wed on October 9, 1954, and were married 53 years before Joe's death in 2007. Together they raised six children, Michael (Ellen) Becker of Fort Wayne, Kevin (Karen) Becker of Oxford, IN, Mark (Christi) Becker of Chelsea, MI, Doris (Mark) Biddle and Robert (Heather) Becker, both of Noblesville, IN, and Patricia (Joe) Bond of Fort Wayne, all of whom survive her. As the children got older, Barb worked at GTE, where she spent many years until her retirement. She was a charter member of Saint Henry's Parish and was a member of St. Charles Parish in her later years. She had a zeal for life, lived her faith, and loved her family and friends. She was always thankful for her blessings. She was a gift to all who knew her and will be greatly missed. In addition to her children and siblings, Barbara is survived by 22 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; two grandchildren preceded her in death. Mass of Christian Burial is Friday, November 17, 2017 10:30 am at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 4916 Trier Road, with calling an hour prior to Mass. Calling will also be held from 2-4pm and 6-8 pm on Thursday, November 16, 2017 in D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes - Maplewood Park, 4017 Maplecrest Road with a Rosary Service at 7:30 pm. She will be laid to rest in Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Catholic Charities, American Diabetes Association, Masses, or donor's choice.

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Andrew Beekner, 56, resident of this city until 12 years ago, died of heart disease Wednesday at Elizabeth, N.J. He was born here and attended the Brothers School of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The body arrived here Thursday night and was taken to Julian Schone’s Funeral Home. Survivors include three sisters, Mrs. Ella Noll, Mrs. Lottie Romary and Miss Gertrude Beekner of this city and two brothers, Frank of this city and Harry Beekner living in Florida.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 24, 1940

Mrs. Charles Mead of 2529 Warsaw Street has just received word of the death Sunday of Mrs. Nattie Benard at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Nellie Alexander at Dunkirk, O. The deceased formerly resided here. Funeral services and burial took place at Dunkirk Tuesday.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 30, 1940

Ruth E. Benefiel, 92, of Warren, IN, formerly of Van Buren, IN, passed away at 7:30 AM on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born on Sunday, June 21, 1925, in Van Buren, IN to Herald I. and Mary Elizabeth (Sanderman) Plummer. She married James Artie Benefiel on Saturday, July 1, 1944 in Van Buren, the two have shared together over 73 years of marriage. Ruth was a 1943 graduate of Van Buren High School. She spent most of her life being a farm wife and raising her children. Ruth was very devoted to her family and will be remembered for her hard work and being very practical. She enjoyed gardening and the years spent traveling after retirement. She was a member of the Van Buren United Methodist Church and the Van Buren United Methodist Women. Loving survivors: Husband - James Artie Benefiel, Warren, IN, Son - J. Artie Benefiel, Warren, IN, Son - Glen (Rita) Benefiel, Warren, IN, Daughter - Carol Secttor, Marion, IN, Son - John (Connie) Benefiel, Sun City, AZ, Son - Howard E. Benefiel, Bluffton, IN, 5 Grandchildren - Tony (Donna) Benefiel, Warren, IN, John (Hope) Benefiel, Sun City, AZ, Tracie Benefiel, Lake Harvasee, AZ, Michele (Noel) McDonald, Hartford City, IN, Lora (Ron) Clarke, Hartford City, IN, 9 Great Grandchildren and 2 Gr. Gr. Grandchildren, Sister-in-laws - Martha Plummer, Warren, IN, Glenna Plummer, Bluffton and Mary Newland, Anderson, IN. She was preceded in death by her: Father - Herald I. Plummer, Mother - Mary Elizabeth (Sanderman) Plummer, Brothers - John Plummer and Howard Plummer and Sister in law-Dorothy Maxine Plummer. Family and friends may gather to share and remember at Heritage Pointe Applegate Chapel 801 Huntington Ave. Warren on Sunday, December 10, 2017 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. A service to celebrate Ruth’s life will be at Heritage Pointe Applegate Chapel at 11:00 AM on Monday, December 11, 2017; viewing will be held one hour before the service. Chaplain Gerald Moreland will be officiating and burial will follow in the Gardens of Memory in rural Marion. In lieu of flowers please make memorial donations to: Van Buren United Methodist Church, 105 S. 2nd St., Van Buren, IN 46991 or Heritage Pointe 801 Huntington Ave., Warren, IN 46792.

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Hartford City, May 24 – David A. Bennett, 66, widely known farmer, died at his home three miles southeast of this city at 1 o’clock this afternoon after an illness of 16 years. He is survived by his widow; three sons, Bert and Gerald Bennett of near here and John Bennett of Fort Wayne; a sister, Mrs. Jack Sullivan of Philadelphia and a brother, Cash Bennett of Rochester, Minn.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 25, 1940

Rev. Virgil N. Bixler, 93, passed away Monday, November 20, 2017. Born in Elkton, MI, Virgil worked as pastor of Missionary Churches in Pennsylvania, Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana for over 50 years. Surviving are his spouse, Leona Bixler; daughter, Sheryl (Timothy) Steiner of Archbold, OH, son, Jay (Deborah) Bixler of Lafayette, CA, daughter, Joy (Rex) Forbes of Fort Wayne, IN, 6 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. Virgil was preceded in death by parents Erwin and Melvina Bixler, brother, Blanchard Bixler, sister, Bernice Bixler, sister, Faythe Outcalt, and brother, Leon Bixler. Service is 11 am Saturday December 9, 2017, at First Missionary Church, 701 W Rudisill Blvd with calling an hour prior. Memorials may be made to the Missionary Church World Partners, PO Box 9333, Fort Wayne, IN 46993.

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Delores A. Blumenhorst, 64, of Hartford City, IN, passed away at 3:05 PM on Thursday, January 25, 2018 at Bridgewater Centre in Hartford City, IN. She was born on Saturday, September 12, 1953, in Tazewell, TN. She married James Allen Blumenhorst on Friday, July 27, 1973 in Montpelier, IN. Delores was a graduate of Eastbrook High School. She attended the Hartford City Church of the Nazarene. She formerly worked at Heritage Pointe, Peyton's Northern, and Dacra Glass. Delores enjoyed camping, golf cart riding, going to rummage sales, and flea marketing. Loving Survivors Include: Father - Donald B. Harper, Montpelier, IN, Husband - James Allen Blumenhorst, Hartford City, IN, Sons - Kevin Leigh Blumenhorst, Hartford City, IN, Kris Allen (companion- Becky) Blumenhorst, Hartford City, IN, Brothers - Dwight Harper, Modoc, IN, James Bartley Harper, Little Rock, AR, 5 Grandchildren, and 1 Great Grandchild. She was preceded in death by her Mother - Pauline R. (Ford) Harper. Family and friends may gather to share and remember at Walker & Glancy Funeral Home 109 W Windsor St Montpelier on Monday, January 29, 2018 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A service to celebrate her life will be at Walker & Glancy Funeral Home at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, January 30, 2018 with Pastor Steve High officiating. Interment will follow in the Marion National Cemetery in Marion. Preferred memorials: Hartford City Food Pantry, West Washington Street, Hartford City, IN 47348. Arrangements are being handled by Walker & Glancy Funeral Home in Montpelier. Online condolences may be made at www.glancyfuneralhomes.com

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Kendallville, May 27 – David R. Bly, 91, resident of this city for 86 years, died here Sunday night at the home of his son, Maurice Bly. He was the oldest continuous resident of Kendallville. Surviving are two sons, Maurice of this city and Howard of Toledo; one daughter, Mrs. Charles Schoff of Kalamazoo, Mich.; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon at the L. E. Berhalter Funeral Home, Rev. M. E. Runden officiating.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 28, 1940

CRASH VICTIM’S RITES ARRANGED - Woman Fatally Hurt in Wreck near Avilla
Kendallville, May 27 - Funeral services for Mrs. Letha Boszor, 50, this city, who died at 7:15 am today at Lakeside Hospital here of injuries received last night in an automobile collision near Avilla, will be held Wednesday at 2 pm (CDT) at the residence and at 2:30 pm at the Evangelical Church here. Rev. Ambrose Aegerter will officiate and burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery. Mrs. Boszor suffered a skull fracture and other injuries when the car driven by her husband, Claude Boszor, 50, collided with an auto driven by Carl Engle, 54 of near Avilla on State Road No. 3, a mile and half south of that town. Boszor suffered fractures of several ribs and was reported in critical condition tonight at the hospital. Their son, Paul, 22 and Miss Dorothy Young, 18, of this city, other occupants of the Boszor auto, are at the hospital with less serious injuries. Engle escaped unhurt. Myron C. Hutchins of this city, Noble County Coroner and State Police Officer William Hunter are investigating the accident. Surviving Mrs. Boszor are her husband, the son, two daughters, one sister and one brother.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 28, 1940

Paul Bouza passed away Friday, November 24, 2017 at Eagle Valley Meadows in Indianapolis. Paul Alan Bouza, 64, passed away on Friday November 24, 2017. He was born on February 20, 1953 in Talcahuano, Chile, to the late Manuel and Elsie Bouza. He was preceded in death by his brother Douglas. Paul spent his early childhood in Chile; completing his formative years in the Detroit, Michigan area. Paul was an All-State Guard and Defensive End for the North Farmington Raiders, who went undefeated in 1970 and won the Michigan High School Football Championship. He completed his education with degrees from Lawrence Tech and the University of Detroit. His career in finance put him to work at companies such as Microdot, Zanxx, Kendall & Davis, AmerCan, and BRC Rubber and Plastics, where he retired from his role as Chief Financial Officer. He was a long time member, Paul Harris fellow, and President of the Anthony Wayne Rotary Club. He travelled across the globe to assist with community outreach programs with the club. He enjoyed golf, acoustic guitar, and spending time with his family. Survivors include his ex-wife of 32 years and dear friend Karin (Forish) Bouza; son, Chris (Beth Mastee); daughter Lindsey (Carolina Procter); brothers, John and Richard; and sister, Marilyn; and grandson, Leo. Memorial Service at - D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Saturday, December 9, 2017,10:00 am with calling an hour prior. Calling also Friday December 8, 2017 at the funeral home from 5 pm to 8 pm. Memorials may be made to the Anthony Wayne Rotary Foundation, 5335 Goldfinch Ln., Ft. Wayne, IN 46818.

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Hicksville, O., May 26 - Mason Bowen, 90, died today at his home here after a long illness. He was born at Fort Wayne and spent his early life near Leo, coming to this community 60 years ago. Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Martha DePew Bowen; two sons, William Bowen of Hicksville and John Bowen of Garrett, and one daughter, Mrs. Ida Grace of Saginaw, Mich. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2:30 pm at the Perkins & Reeb Funeral Home here with Rev. Joseph Ferguson of Auburn officiating. Burial will be in Forest Home Cemetery here.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 27, 1940

Funeral services were held Sunday at Bronxville, N.Y. for Robert A. Bradley, grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Studer of 650 West Third Street, who died last Friday at his home. Survivors include the grandparents; the mother, Mrs. Mabel D. Bradley of Bronxville and a sister, Miss Alice Bradley, at home.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 28, 1940

Charles Brown, 78, died at 10:30 o’clock Tuesday morning at the home of a son, Gilbert F. Brown of 1603 Alabama Avenue. Born in Ireland, he came to Chicago at the age of 16, and had resided here the last three years. Survivors include the son; two brothers, Gilbert and William Brown of Chicago, and a sister, Mrs. Sarah Shea of Chicago. He was a member of St. Jude’s Catholic Church and the Ancient Order of Hibernians in Chicago. The body was taken to Mungovan & Sons Mortuary and was sent to Chicago last night for burial.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 29, 1940

Everett Lloyd Brown ("Brownie") 86, of Fort Wayne and previously of The Villages, FL and Payne, OH, passed away on December 5, 2017. Everett was born on May 15, 1931 in Monroeville, IN to the late Nellie Baker Brown Beezley and Lawrence Brown. Everett retired from the Air Force in 1972 after serving for 20 years as a meteorologist. He continued his work as a meteorologist with the Civil Service at Fort Wayne International Airport until retiring in 1986. He had always enjoyed a good game of euchre, having played in August with his grandson and sons. He still used his computer daily for email and keeping financial spreadsheets. Everett's survivors include his children, Larry (Joni) Brown of Fort Wayne, Kevin Brown of Indianapolis, Karen (Steve) Elliott of St. Augustine FL, and Doug (Kaori) Brown of Kailua Hawaii; grandchildren, Amanda (Andrew) Riebe and Jae-Sun Brown; great grandchildren, Mae and Walter Riebe, and sister, Rita Adam of Convoy, Ohio. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Ruth (Salway) Brown in 2014. Per Everett's wishes, no formal services will be held. Preferred memorials to donor's choice.

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Norma Jean Brunson, 96, passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at Miller's Merry Manor in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Garrett, IN, to the late Walter Arthur Sr., and Martha Catherine Smith, Norma graduated from Garrett HS in 1939. She was the owner and operated the Silhouette Beauty Salon in Kendallville for many years. Surviving are her son, Michael Brent (Debbie) Brunson of Plano, TX; sister, Frances Dickinson of Fort Wayne, IN; granddaughter, Angela (Allen) Freeman grandson, Brent (Tempest) Brunson and greatgrandchildren, Douglas and Evan . Norma was preceded in death by her parents, husband, William E Brunson, and her brother, Walter Smith Jr. Service is 1:30 pm, Saturday December 16, 2017 at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road with calling one hour prior. Calling also Friday, December 15, 2017, from 5 - 7 pm at the funeral home. Entombment in Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Fort Wayne Rescue Mission or Visiting Nurse 5910 Homestead Rd Fort Wayne, IN 46814.

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Private funeral services will be held Monday at 2 pm at the residence, 1611 Randalia Drive for Mrs. Johanna Buesching, prominent local woman who died early Saturday morning. Burial will be in Concordia Cemetery.

Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; January 14, 1940
Contributed by Karin King

KILLED WHILE ASLEEP IN HIS BUGGY
FRANKFORT, Ind., Sept. 23 - Asleep in his buggy, Clarence Buntin, 17 years old, was killed by a Monon train today at a crossing near his home at Kirklin. Buntin was returning from a call on his fiancee, Miss Wallace, at Circleville. (This recalls an identical accident that occurred to young George Durr about fifteen years ago, who was killed by a train 2 1/2 miles north of Berne one Sunday night, while returning home from his lady friend).
[Buntin buried Boone County, IN]

Berne Witness, Adams County, Indiana; Tuesday, Sept. 27, 1910
Contributed by Karin King

Word was received here yesterday of the death of Clyde Burres, a relative of John S. Burres of 3126 South Lafayette Street, at his home at Farmland. The deceased was a retired mail carrier. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 10:30 o’clock at Farmland, with burial there.

Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN); May 28, 1940

Stephan Craig "Steve" Burton, 75, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2017. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Steve was the son of the late Clyde and Marie (Calcoff) Burton. Steve graduated from South Side High School, class of 1961 where he was active in basketball, football, and track. During the summers he played baseball where he competed in the Pony League World Series in Williamsburg, PA in 1957. Steve was a 3rd generation City of Fort Wayne Police Officer where he served for 28 years. Following his service at FWPD he was a police officer at IPFW for 18 years. He had been a current employee at Citizens Square in Fort Wayne. He was a 50 year member of FOP Lodge #14, South Side Alumni, and a lifetime supporter of the Fort Wayne PAL Club. Steve played softball and basketball on the FWPD teams. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed cheering on Purdue and the Colts. He also enjoyed taking care of his yard and his cars. He loved his family and enjoyed attending all of his grandchildren's school activities. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Mary Jane Burton; sons, Jeff (Amy) Burton, Tim (Chanel) Burton, Andy Burton; grandchildren, Reed, Ryan, Reese, Marce, Molly, Jake, Chase, and Natalie; sister, Susan (Greg) Topper; brother, Brian (Amie) Burton; and sister-in-law Linda Bloom. Service is 2:00 pm, Wednesday November 22, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road with calling from 10:00 am until the service. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the FOP #14 and PAL Club.

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