Niang Nuam Mang, 71, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2018 on Fort Wayne. Born in Phai Tu, Burma, Niangenjoyed serving her family as a homemaker. Surviving are her children, Dimno Thang, Pau Pi, Pau Lun, Pau Thang, Cing Lun Niang, and Thang Hau; 23 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. Niang was preceded in death by her son, Mang Tung Lian. Service is 1:00 pm, Saturday, February 17, 2018 at Myanmar Indigenous Christian Church, 5201 S. Camden Dr, with calling one hour prior. Calling also at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave, on Friday, February 16, 2018 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Burial in Concordia Cemetery Gardens.
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Ralph Edward Mansbarger, 86, of Montpelier, IN, passed away at 12:10 PM on Thursday, February 08, 2018 at Bridgewater Centre in Hartford City, IN. He was born on Saturday, February 28, 1931, in Fairmount, IN. He married Crystal (Blackburn) Mansbarger on Tuesday, November 22, 1949 in Gas City, IN. Ralph had worked as a truck driver, and loved horses. He enjoyed watching thoroughbred harness racing. Loving Survivors Include his Wife - Crystal Mansbarger, Montpelier, IN, Daughters - Melody Jackson, Montpelier, IN, Kathy Padgett, Bluffton, IN, Teresa Shoffner, Bluffton, IN, Son - Ralph E. Mansbarger II, Montpelier, IN, 7 Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren, and 3 Gr. Gr. Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his Father - George Washington Mansbarger, Mother - Dora Jane Heil, and 2 Grandchildren. Per Ralph's wishes there will not be any calling or service. Arrangements are being handled by Walker & Glancy Funeral Home in Montpelier.
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Anna Joyce Martin, 92, of Decatur, IN passed away Saturday, February 24, 2018 at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Ft. Wayne. Joyce was born in Huntington County on November 15, 1925 to the late Fred and Minnie (Ness) Meyer. On May 3, 1947, Joyce married Gerald J. Martin; he preceded her in death on February 22, 2013. Joyce was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church and its Rosary Society. She was also involved as a volunteer at St. Joseph Catholic School and the Red Cross Bloodmobile. She was an RN at Adams County Memorial Hospital and Community Care Center and retired January 1, 1987 from nursing. Joyce was a member of the St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association. She received her nursing education through the military Cadet program. Joyce touched so many lives in her work as a nurse, and her kindness and generosity to those in need. She was a wonderful example of the spirit of giving. She loved her family and treasured her grandchildren and great-grandchildren who gave her such joy. She had a very special group of friends who were her "breakfast club" and "card partners". Survivors include her three sons, John P. (Connie R.) Martin of Kokomo, IN, Robert J. (Barbara) Martin of Terre Haute, IN and Roger A. (Linda) Martin of Palm Harbor, FL; two daughters, Anne T. Liechty and Beth A. Ralston both of Louisville, KY; 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 3 brothers and a sister. Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Friday, March 2, 2018 at Haggard-Sefton-Hirschy & Zelt Funeral Home. Reciting of the Holy Rosary will be prior to visitation at 3:20 p.m. A 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial is on Saturday, March 3rd at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, with calling prior from 9:00-10:00 a.m. at the St. Mary's Parish Hall. Deacon Jerry Kohrman will be officiating. A luncheon will be held directly after mass in the Parish Hall followed by burial in the St. Rose Catholic Cemetery in Monroeville. Memorials may be given to St. Joseph Catholic School Tuition Assistance Program or St. Vincent DePaul Society, (Decatur Chapter).
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Clark Edward Matson, 92, of Avilla passed away Friday, December 22, 2017, at his residence. He was born April 15, 1925, in Pleasant Lake to Oscar Lewis and Vella Ima (Metzler) Matson. On September 2, 1955, in Avilla he married Annabelle Schlupp. Mr. Matson was a graduate of Pleasant Lake High School and Tri-State University. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II from 1943 to 1946. He worked as an associate manager of the J.C. Penney Store in Ionia, Michigan. He was also the business manager of the LaGrange County Hospital, executive manager of the Irene Byron Hospital and the American Lung Association of Northeast Indiana. Clark was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Avilla and Avilla American Legion Post 240. Surviving are his wife, Annabelle Matson of Avilla; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Georgia Ellen and Robert Zimmerman of Kendallville and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers, James Matson, Richard Matson, and Donald Matson; and two sisters, Jeanette Gordon and Marjorie Saurer. Private funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 27, 2017, at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with Rev. Patrick Kuhlman of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Avilla officiating. Burial will be in Woodruff Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jerry Bender, Jeff Bender, Jerry Krock, Robert Zimmerman, Larry Matson, and Brett Peters. Preferred memorials are to Immanuel Lutheran Church, 113 West Albion Street, Avilla, Indiana, 46710 or to Parkview Noble Hospice, 401 Sawyer Road, Kendallville, Indiana, 46755.
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Sandra J. McAlkich, 73, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2018 at her home in Fort Wayne. Born in Houtzdale, PA, to the late Herman and Minty Smeal. Sandra graduated from Moshannon Valley HS in 1962 and earned her accounting degree from Indiana University. She was a self-employed accountant for several years. Sandra and her husband William had accomplished her bucket list of spending at least one night in all 50 states. She loved traveling and often planned their destinations around the location of a golf course, casino or bingo hall. Sandra was an avid fisherman, hunter and bowler and was a Steelers and Penn State football fan as well as little league and professional baseball. Surviving are her loving husband of almost 54 years, William J McAlkich of Fort Wayne, IN sons, Steven (Marty) McAlkich of Hunterton IN; Stuart M (June Rogers) McAlkich of Avilla, IN; brother, Gary (Diane) Smeal of Newfane, NY; 6 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren . Sandra was preceded in death by son, Scott A McAlkich, grandson Kyle McAlkich, brothers, Elwood and Norman Smeal. Service is 7:00 pm, Wednesday February 7, 2018 at- D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling from 2-7 pm. Memorials may be made to the donor's Choice.
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Leslie Wayne McClurg, 91, passed away Thursday, February 22, 2018 at Visiting Nurse Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN, to the late Nelson Daniel and Frances Edna McClurg. Wayne was a WWII US Army veteran. He worked as a Warehouse Supervisor with SuperValue for 36 years, retiring in 1989. He was a member of Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church and American Legion Post #47 and former little league coach for Pure Seal Dairy. His hobbies included woodworking, craft making, gardening and oil painting. Surviving are his children Colleen M. McClurg of Fishers, IN; Daniel J. (Pam) McClurg, Kevin P. (Kay) McClurg both of Huntertown, IN; Barry W. (Margaret) McClurg of Rome City, IN; Brian S. (Connie) McClurg of Huntertown, IN; Thomas N. (Debora) McClurg of Columbia City, IN; James "Andy" (Carol) McClurg of Columbia City, IN; son, Mark A. (Tara) McClurg of Laotto, IN; 17 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Marjorie L McClurg, brothers, Donald B. and Gerald E. McClurg, sisters, Marjorie J. Grimme, and Barbara McClurg. Service is 10:30 am, Wednesday February 28, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road with calling one hour prior. Calling also Tuesday, February 27, 2018, from 2 - 5 & 7 - 9 pm at the funeral home. Private Entombment in Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Community Harvest Food Bank or Masses.
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Roger A. Means, 67, of Auburn passed away Sunday, February 4, 2018, at Lake James in Angola. He was born November 11, 1950, in Auburn to the late John and Deloris (Warstler) Means. Roger served his country during the Vietnam War era and was a veteran of the United States Army. Roger worked in the maintenance department and as a janitor for the DeKalb Central School Corporation for 35 years, retiring in 2013. He married Carol J. (Staudt) Havey on September 13, 2003, in Auburn, and she survives. Roger enjoyed fishing, garage sales, antiquing, grilling, visiting with friends and fixing things, but his true passion in life was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Also surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, Troy and Krista Means of Auburn; stepchildren and their spouses, Chris Havey of Fort Wayne, Janell and Pete Yonkman of Bloomington and Matt and Rachael Havey of Indianapolis; six grandchildren, Kale Means, Emma Havey, Leo Yonkman, Vic Yonkman, Dean Havey and Renley Havey; and three sisters and a brother-in-law, Marlene and Hal Williams of Auburn, Dian Balzer of Auburn and Cindy Means of Auburn. Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 Center St., Auburn, with visitation from 10-11 a.m. Saturday prior to the service. The Rev. William Haworth will be officiating. Burial will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery in Auburn. Visitation also will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
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David P Miller , 72, passed away February 14, 2018 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Rd.
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January 1, 1935 -- February 8, 2018
Elizabeth "Liz" Miller, 83, of Goshen, passed away at 1:35 am on Thursday, February 8, at Goshen Health Hospital from the result of an apparent heart attack. She was born on January 1, 1935 in Middlebury to Samuel E. and Millie (Bontrager) Weirich. On June 7, 1953 in Middlebury she married Wilbur L. Miller, he survives. Survivors in addition to her husband are a son, Jerry (Janet) Miller of Dayton, OH; four daughters, Connie (Joe) Sample of Goshen, Vickie (Scott) Blaisdell of Ottawa Lake, MI, Kathy (Daniel) Kreager and Wanda (Darrell) Moore all of Goshen; 11 grandchildren, five great grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Weaver and Lydia Mae (Paul) Ganger all of Goshen; two brothers, Joas (Pat) Weirich and Samuel (Verna) Weirich, Jr. all of Goshen. She was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers, Enos, Levi, Eli and Manasses Weirich. Liz was a homemaker and had done residential house cleaning. She was an avid sports fan, specifically for the Chicago Cubs and Notre Dame. She was a member of the Jefferson Community Church, enjoyed playing cards, especially with her sister, and loved spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation will be from 2:00 - 8:00 pm on Monday February 12, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Tuesday, February 13, also at the funeral home. Services will be conducted by Pastor Ken Hunn. Burial will be in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury. Memorials may be given to Time To Revive
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October 22, 1928 -- February 15, 2018
Mary Alice Miller, 89, of LaGrange, died at 5:40 pm on Thursday, February 15, at her residence. She was born on October 22, 1928, in LaGrange County to Dan and Anna (Wickey) Hochstetler. On March 2, 1950 in LaGrange she married Ora W. Miller, he died February 13, 1979. Surviving are two sons, Laverne Miller of LaGrange and Elroy (Rachel) Miller of Shipshewana; five daughters, Barbara Miller, Anna Marie Miller both of LaGrange, Elsie (Daniel) Hochstetler of Goshen, Ruth (Ed) Kauffman of Mendon, MI, Naomi (Vernon) Miller of LaGrange; 14 grandchildren, six great grandchildren, five step grandchildren, one step great grandchild; sister, Edna (Merle) Christner of Shipshewana; brother, John (Katie) Hochstetler of LaGrange; two sisters-in-law, Emma (Levi) Bontrager and Edna Hochstetler all of Shipshewana; brother-in-law, Ervin (Mary) Miller of LaGrange; foster brother-in-law, Willis Miller of Winterhaven, FL. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Olen Jay Miller, grandsons, Jason Neal Miller and Aaron Jay Miller; three brothers, Daniel Hochstetler, Ervin Hochstetler, Amos Hochstetler; sister, Barbara Yoder. Mary Alice was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church. Visitation will be after 1:00 pm on Saturday, February 17, and all day Sunday, February 18, at the Alvin Beechy residence, 1475 South 250 West LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Monday, February 19, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Ray Troyer and the home ministers. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, LaGrange. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury is in charge of arrangements.
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Sheree Renee Miller, 41, of Rome City died Friday, February 23, 2018, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange. She was born May 17, 1976, in Kendallville to Estill Miller and Dianne Hart. She worked as a cashier at the gas station in South Milford, and was a member of Liberty Free Will Baptist Church in Wolcottville. Surviving are a daughter, Sadie Miller of Rome City; a son, Nicholas Folmer of Toledo, Ohio; a grandson, Sebastian Miller; a half-brother, Tom Miller of Rome City; three half-sisters, Lisa (Rick) Coker of Wolcottville, Jodie Meyer of Auburn, and Kimberley (Noble_ Pulsipher of Warsaw; and maternal grandmother, Dorothy McHenney of Rome City. There will be no visitation or services. Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Bernice A Mock, 79, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2018. Born in Wells County on May 6, 1938, she was the daughter of the late William C. and Louise (Kammeyer) Rekeweg. Bernice graduated from South Side High School. She was a member of St. Michael Lutheran Church. She retired from GTE after many years of service. Bernice enjoyed reading, sewing and baking. Surviving are her children, David (Linda) Mock of Wolcottville, Roberta (Bobbie) McCulloch, Renee (Greg) Starke both of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Joseph (Lisa) Moreno, Leesa (Tony) Enright, Andrew Mock, Erin (Adam) Gillum, Teri (Michael) Searles, Adam Dawson, Forrest Bohlinger, Jr., Brianna and Zachary McCulloch, Allison (Travis) Runyan, Austin, Melissa, and Connor Starke;12 great-grandchildren; sister, Margaret (Loren) Gerber of Stevensville, MI; and brother, Richard (Betty) Rekeweg of Fort Wayne. Bernice was preceded in death by husband, Robert Mock; brothers, Herman, Ernst, Alfred, Lawrence, Adelbert, and Edgar Rekeweg; sisters, Elsie Rekeweg, Luella Gerling, Gerda Hudgens, Eldora Schueler, and Milda Steele. Service is 11:00 am, Friday, February 23, 2018 at St. Michael Lutheran Church, 2131 Getz Rd with calling one hour prior, Rev. Donald Sandmann officiating. Calling at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road Thursday, February 22, 2018, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the St. Michael Lutheran Church or Visiting Nurse Hospice.
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Eric Mock, 51, passed away on January 6 at Ball Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was born on Dec. 17, 1966 in Muncie, grew up in Dunkirk, and lived in St. Charles, IL and Jay County for most of his life. His late parents were Felma Mock and Jack Mock, and his late sister was Cindy King. Eric graduated from Jay County High School in 1985 with Honors, and studied engineering at Purdue University -- where he ran the campus heavy metal radio station, and outlawed disco. He started his own business, Alliance Productions, which raised funds for children in need, and even coined the phrase 'Shop with A Cop.' A lifelong sports fan, Eric loved the Philadelphia Phillies (for which he ran a popular fan site) and Boilermaker basketball. He was an avid online gamer, reaching the top ranks of Euchre, and winning multiple Strat-o-Matic World Series. Eric always knew how to make people laugh. He always had hope, a smile, or a silly joke to brighten everyone's days. He was survived by his wife of 15 years, Wendy; his two sons, Andrew and Alex (wife, Liz) Mallard; niece Katie King; great niece Quinn Bell; and his beloved kitty, Boo-Boo. Memorial services with be held on Saturday, February 17th at 3 p.m. in Union Chapel Church, 6238 N. 375 W., Bryant. Visitation will be 2-3pm at the church. Arrangements by Williamson and Spencer Funeral Home in Portland.
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Michael Molargik, age 100, of Garrett passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Miller's Merry Manor in Garrett. He was born in Ege, Indiana on December 7, 1917 to Frank and Frances (Ludwig) Molargik. Mr. Molargik honorably served his country in the United States Army. He was a Purple Heart recipient and served during WWII under General George S. Patton. Mr. Molargik was the oldest living DeKalb County veteran. He married Mary Kuckewich in Terre Haute, Indiana on August 21, 1948. She preceded him in death on October 23, 2013. Mr. Molargik was a lifelong DeKalb County farmer. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Garrett, a lifetime member of the Garrett Eagles and a lifetime member of the Avilla American Legion Post 240. He enjoyed his Christmas Tours leading up to Christmas and he enjoyed making his famous homemade sausage. Survivors Include: Son and daughter-in-law; Michael and Sharon Molargik of Garrett. Son and daughter-in-law; Robert and Cindy Molargik of Corunna. Son and daughter-in-law; Kenneth and Christine Molargik of Garrett. Son and daughter-in-law; Thomas and Penny Molargik of Garrett. 11 grandchildren; James Molargik, Joseph Molargik, Alicia Schmutzler, Acalia Swim, Gail Newkom, Aaron Molargik, Amanda Melendez, Melissa Yarian, Barbara Molargik-Fitch, Rebecca Molargik and Ryan Molargik. 20 great grandchildren. Brother and sister-in-law; William and Regina Molargik of Corunna. Sister; Leona Gibson of Fort Wayne. Sister; Theresa Lombardo of Fort Wayne. Sister; Alvina Molargik of Garrett. Many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife; Mary Molargik, an infant daughter; Madonna Molargik, 9 brothers; Al Molargik, Tony Molargik, Vern Molargik, Frank Molargik, Clem Molargik, Albert Molargik, Jacob Molargik, Sylvester Molargik and Edward Molargik, and a sister; Josephine Molargik. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 8, 2018 from 2:00 to 7:00 PM at the Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 South Center Street in Auburn. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, February 9, 2018 at 11:00 AM at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Garrett. Officiating the memorial service will be Father Jim Shafer of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Garrett. Burial with military honors will take place at Calvary Cemetery in Garrett. Memorial donations may be directed toward Masses and St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 300 West Houston Street, Garrett, Indiana 46738.
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Lilliana Louise "Lilly" Morrow, 16, of Waterloo died Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Waterloo. Lilly was born in Kendallville on October 6, 2001. Lilly was in her sophomore year at DeKalb High School and was an honor roll student. She was active and took part in several extracurricular activities including tennis, soccer, cross country, show choir and was a member of the Student Leadership Team. She was a hostess and waitress at Richards Restaurant in Auburn for the past year. Lilly's dream was to become a funeral director and had hopes of owning her own funeral home. Surviving are her mother, Emily (Bryan Wendel) Morrow of Waterloo; father Magdaleno (Maria) Tavira of Fort Wayne; siblings Trevor Morrow of Waterloo, Oaklee Wendel of Waterloo, Dereck Gibson of Waterloo, Leticia Tavira of Texas, Chris Tavira of Kendallville, Matao Tavira of Fort Wayne, Diego Tavira of Fort Wayne, David Tavira of Fort Wayne and Sammy Hernandez of Fort Wayne; maternal grandparents Gus and Molly Morrow of Garrett; paternal grandmother Maria Gomez of Mexico; maternal great-grandparents Becky Wolff of Auburn and Verna Morrow of Butler; aunt September Slone of Kendallville; a great-aunt who holds a special place in Lilly's heart, Amy (Paul) Pierce of Hudson; cousins Mercedes Aguilar of Garrett, Alondra Aguilar of Garrett and Sebastian Aguilar of Garrett; many aunts, uncles and cousins; and her greatest love and furbaby, Teddy Bear. Services will be 3 p.m. Sunday at County Line Church of God, 7716 N. County Line Rd., Auburn, with the Rev. Dr. Marcus Carlson of St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Auburn officiating. Private family burial will take place in Waterloo Cemetery. Calling will be from 3-7 p.m. Saturday at Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 Center St., Auburn. Memorial donations may be directed to the Feller and Clark Funeral Home to help with expenses.
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Jacqueline Y. "Jackie" Mullen, 78, of Churubusco, passed away at 2:36pm on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at Grey Stone Health and Rehabilitation Center in Fort Wayne. Born October 28, 1939 in Duluth, MN. She was a daughter of the late Clement and Loyola (Plourde) DeRoche. Jackie spent her formative years in Duluth, MN and graduated from St. Jeans high school in 1957. She was a member of St. John Bosco Catholic Church. She loved to do crossword, jig saw puzzles and crochet. Jackie is survived by her two daughters Renee Mullen-Sharp of Fort Wayne and Kellie Mullen of Overland Park, KS; three brothers, Robert (Lorraine) DeRoche, James (Joyce) DeRoche and Gerald (Georgiannia) DeRoche; a sister, Patricia Milne; a sister-in-law, Barbara DeRoche; two grandchildren, Alex and Megan Wickingson. Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her two brothers, Michael De Roche and Richard DeRoche. Private family services will be held at Jackie's request. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Heartland Hospice.
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Lawrence "Larry" Murphy, 80, passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2018. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Larry was the son of the late William and Marie Murphy. Larry was a truck driver for many years prior to working at Scotts as a merchandise stocker for ten years prior to retirement. Larry loved to be out in the public and being social. Surviving are his children, Mike (Lacy) Murphy of TX, Brian (Amanda) Murphy of Bryan, OH, Lisa (Cavin) Gray, Dawn (Bryan) Philpot, Kyle Murphy, Danny (Sarah) Murphy all of Fort Wayne, and twenty grandchildren. Larry was preceded in death by his siblings, Margaret White, Annie Murphy, Helen Pluto, Mary Smith, Kathy Murphy, Florence Murphy, Frank, Bob, Bill, and Eddie Murphy. Service is 11 am, Monday, February 12, 2018 at Mungovan Simple, 2114 S. Calhoun Street, with calling one hour prior. Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project.
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Gracie Dangler Neeley, 89, of Waterloo passed away Friday, February 2, 2018, at Kingston Care Center of Fort Wayne. She was born May 23, 1928, in Hueysville, Kentucky, to the late Kendall and Dovie (Shepard) Crager. Gracie married Don William Dangler on July 25, 1945, in Kendallville, and he passed away Nov. 17, 1980. She married L.B. Neeley on March 29, 1992, in Waterloo, and he passed away March 27, 2007. She served as Vice President of Indiana Decorative Products in Waterloo, retiring in 1993. Gracie was a member of the Waterloo Freewill Baptist Church. She was an avid gardener, enjoyed the outdoors and was most known for her black raspberry jelly. Gracie's love in life was surrounding herself with family, especially hosting her children and grandchildren. Surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Sherry and Jamal Anabtawi of Fort Wayne and Susan and Mitchell Kruse of Auburn; 10 grandchildren, Michelle Schlotterback, Brad (Shannon) Dangler, Shannon (Jason) Fleming, Stephanie Dangler, Gina Anabtawi, Zane Anabtawi, Megan (Daniel) Schmitz, Kelsey (Zachary) Herber, Lilly Kruse and Haley Kruse; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband Don William Dangler; second husband L.B. Neeley; two sons, Rex Dangler and Donnie Dangler; grandson Jeff Dangler; and 11 brothers and sisters. Services will be 1 p.m. Monday, February 5, 2018, at Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 875 S. Wayne St., Waterloo, with the Rev. Ron Stambaugh officiating. Burial will take place in Waterloo Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, February 5, 2018, prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association or Waterloo Freewill Baptist Church.
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12/9/1982-2/25/2018
Catherine Negele, age 35, of Portland passed away Sunday in Randolph County. She was born December 9, 1982 the daughter of Matt and Susan (Mills) Adair. She was a 2001 Monroe Central High School graduate. She worked for FCC in Portland. Surviving are her parents Matt and Susan Adair of Portland, one son Dylan Negele of Portland, two daughters Dallas Negele and Paitynn Meyers of Portland. Funeral services will be Friday at 10:00 AM in the Baird-Freeman Funeral Home with Pastor Herb Hummel presiding. Burial will follow in the Fountain Park Cemetery in Winchester. Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00 - 8:00 PM in the Baird-Freeman Funeral Home. Memorials can be made to the Portland Friends Church or Jay County Cancer Society.
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Kenneth E. Niebel, 76, passed away February 27, 2018. He was the son of the late Raymond and Martha Niebel. Kenneth worked at Jefferson Smurfit for 40 years before his retirement in 2003. He married Colleen in 1962 and they have shared 55 years of marriage together. Kenneth was a member of the Sons of the Legion Post 42. His hobbies included golfing, playing pool, and IU basketball. Surviving are his wife Colleen (McAdams) Niebel; sons, Kenneth E. Niebel Jr. of Cincinnati, OH, and Timothy J. Niebel of Ft. Wayne, IN; grandchildren, Tessa Niebel and Teanna Niebel of Fort Wayne; and Trey Niebel of Cincinnati, OH; sister, Barbara Racino, of Lakeway, TX; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond D. Niebel Jr.; and sisters, Marjorie Fate, Phyllis (Joan) Niebel, and Elizabeth Lewis. Memorial contributions may be made to the Riley's Children's Hospital or the donor's choice. Celebration of life will take place at a later date.
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Adeline "Addie" M. Norris, age 72, of Butler passed away on Monday, February 5, 2018 at Laurels of DeKalb Nursing Home in Butler. Mrs. Norris was born on March 3, 1945 in Milaca, Minnesota to Hubert and Blanche (Girard) Jansen. She married Kenneth H. Norris in Waterloo on December 7, 1966. He preceded her in death on May 27, 1996. Mrs. Norris worked at Dura Automotive in Butler for 7 years retiring in 2004. She was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church in Waterloo. In her free time Addie loved to garden and listen to music. Survivors include: Daughter; Jeanie Norris of Columbia City. Daughter and son-in-law; Anna and Tad Baughman of Butler. Daughter and son-in-law; Jill and Clint Walter of Auburn. Step-son; William and Gail Norris of Fort Wayne. Step-daughter; Vickie and Wayne Miller of Hudson. 10 grandchildren; Amber Wenhart, Tyler Palmer, Conner Palmer, Joshua Baughman, Kenneth Baughman, William Baughman, Angel Baughman, Nathan Walter, Danielle Walter and John Norris Sister and brother-in-law; Mary and Tony Kunst of Ogilvie, Minnesota. Sister and brother-in-law; Sarah and Sonny Erichson of Milaca, Minnesota. Sister and brother-in-law; Louise and Glenn Todd of Auburn. Sister; Claire Kline of New Haven, Indiana. Sister and brother-in-law; Lillian and Ray Droogsma of Pease, Minnesota. Brother and sister-in-law; Daniel and Marlene Jansen of Milaca, Minnesota. Sister-in-law; Annie Jansen of Milaca, Minnesota. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; Kenneth and one brother; Louis Jansen. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 11:00 to 12:00 PM at the Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 875 South Wayne Street in Waterloo. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 12:00 PM at the Feller and Clark Funeral Home in Waterloo. Officiating the funeral service will be Father David Carkenord with St. Michael's Catholic Church in Waterloo. Burial will take place in Waterloo Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Heartland Hospice, 1315 Directors Row, Suite 210, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46808.
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E. Auline Nyberg, 84, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at her home in Fort Wayne. She was born in Flushing, OH, to the late John and Ruth Marie Fisher. Auline graduated from Harlan HS in 1952 and earned her nursing degree at Parkview School of Nursing in 1955. She worked as a R.N. at Parkview Hospital for 20 years and the Towne House Retirement Center for 32 years, retiring in 2008. She was a member of Saint Joseph United Methodist Church, Epworth Forest Choir School; North Webster, IN Singer 14 years; Sounds of Hope Musical Tour; Active with many local music groups for 20 years; Creative Retirement Conference Music Director for 15 years and a member of the St. Joe Methodist Choir since 1970. Surviving are her sons, Richard Nyberg of Fishers, IN; Roger Nyberg of Fort Wayne, IN; daughter, Rachelle Oliver of Dumfries, VA: 3 grandchildren, 1 great-grandson, brothers, Arthur L. Fisher of Leo, IN; L. Edwin Fisher of Fort Wayne, IN; sister, Sharon Little of Pickerington, OH. Auline was preceded in death by husband, Allan R. Nyberg. Service is 3:00 pm, Sunday February 25, 2018 at Saint Joseph United Methodist Church, 6004 Reed Rd with calling 2 hours prior, with Pastor Russ Abel officiating. Private burial in Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the St. Joseph United Methodist Church 6004 Reed Road.
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Gavino C. Olvera, 69, of Rome City died Monday, February 12, 2018, at 5:27 a.m. at the home of his daughter in Decatur. He was born February 19, 1948, in Donna, Texas, to Ismael and San Juana (Casteñeda) Olvera. On September 24, 1972, in Rome City he married Jeraldine K. Broom. She survives in Rome City. Mr. Olvera moved to this area in 1968, coming from Texas. He was a farm and field worker, as well as a general laborer. Gavino enjoyed interacting with youth sports and coached little league at Rome City. He loved sports, NASCAR, wrestling and was a fan of Elvis Presley. He dearly loved his grandchildren. Also surviving are two daughters, Dallas (Tony) James of Decatur and Donna T. Olvera of LaGrange; three sons, Gavino C. (Sarah) Olvera, Jr. of Croton on the Hudson, New York, Gerald C. Olvera of Croton on the Hudson, New York, and Gambit L. (Amanda) Olvera of Fort Riley, Kansas; 13 grandchildren, Alejandro Olvera, Odilon and Katelyn Olvera, Soyla Garcia, Alma Garcia, Gonzalo Garcia, Jr., Enrique Garcia, Austin James, McKenzie James, Sydney Olvera, Hunter Olvera, Lillian Olvera, and Charlotte Olvera; five great-grandchildren, Analina Shea, Branson Olvera, Hudson Roe, Finnley Olvera, and Kingston Olvera; two sisters, Francisca Olvera of Avondale, Arizona and Sara (Luis) Vasquez of Mongo; and two brothers, Ismael Olvera of Avondale, Arizona and Joe (Elaine) Moreno of Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and his stepmother, Soyla Olvera. Funeral services will be Saturday, February 17, 2018, at 10 a.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville with Pastor Rich Secor of CrossPointe Family Church of the Nazarene in Kendallville officiating. Burial will be at Orange Cemetery, Rome City. Casketbearers will be Alejandro Olvera, Odilon Olvera, Austin James, Gonzalo Garcia, Jr., McKenzie James, Enrique Garcia, and Anthony James. Calling is Friday, February 16, 2018, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Saturday. Preferred memorials are to the Helping Hands Food Pantry in Rome City.
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Zackery (Rick) Rod Ormiston, 63, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2018. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Zackery was the son of the late Rodney Earl and Shirley Hope Ormiston. Rick was a dedicated husband, father, papaw, brother, uncle and friend. He shared his passion for quality, fantasy sports, wisecracks, and all things "geek" with anyone with an ear to bend. Rick graduated from Northrop High School in 1973 and Purdue University. He held certifications issued by the American Society for Quality for Quality Engineer, Quality Auditor and Manager of Quality. Most recently Rick was Supplier Quality Engineer at Dexter Axle in Elkhart, IN but spent most of his working years at Slater Steel, Fort Wayne, Indiana. He liked sports; especially football. He enjoyed analyzing data, large and small. He was a problem solver and thrived on digging out data for use in business and personal applications. He was the hat and beard guy and always had a comeback, joke or pun to share. He had a big laugh and smile and was a cheerleader for all he knew. Although he struggled with speaking, at times, his written heartfelt messages of encouragement, congratulations or sympathy were thoughtful and had a lot of meaning. He was very proud of his family and loved to watch them excel at whatever activities they chose. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Cathy Jo (Wilkerson) Ormiston; daughters, Kathleen Hope (Eric) Englert and Rebecca Marie (Jeffrey) Manns; grandchildren, Savannah Hope Manns, Cameron Lee Englert, Gabriella Grace Manns, Bryce ZackeryEnglert; brothers, Patrick (Judy), Jeffrey (Sharon), and Timothy (Kathleen); sisters-in-law Jan Ormiston and Kristie Wilkerson; 11 nieces and nephews, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and close family friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rodney and Shirley Ormiston; in-laws, John and Opal Wilkerson; son-in-law, Jeffery Manns; brother, Michael Ormiston; and brothers-in-law, Richard Wilkerson and John Scott Wilkerson. Service at 11:00 am, Monday, March 5, 2018 at Messiah Lutheran Church, 7211 Stellhorn Rd with calling one hour prior. Calling at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road Sunday, March 4, 2018, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Methodist Health Foundation - In memory of Zackery Ormiston. IU Health Transplant, 550 N. University Blvd. Room 4601, Indianapolis, IN 46202.
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Alan R Oser, 53, passed away peacefully, February 19, 2018 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN, to the late Donald A. and Elizabeth J Oser. Alan graduated from Bishop Luers High School in 1985 and earned a degree in culinary arts from Vincennes University. He was the former owner of the Beacon Restaurant in Syracuse, IN. He enjoyed woodworking, music and was an avid collector. Surviving are his children Benjamin David Oser, Jacob Alan Oser , Zoe Nicole Oser all of Fort Wayne, IN, Tucker Wayne McClure of Roanoke, IN; 2 grandchildren, Opal and Oliver Oser and a brother, Donald Oser of Fort Wayne, IN. Alan was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Joseph L and Gene Oser. Service is 10:30 am, Tuesday February 27, 2018 at Mungovan Simple Funeral Home, 2114 South Calhoun Street with calling one hour prior. Calling also Monday, February 26, 2018, from 6 - 8 pm at the funeral home. Entombment in Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Serenity House in Auburn, IN.
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Richard E. Ostman, 93, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Golden Years Homestead in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Richard worked as an engineer with International Harvester for 35 years, retiring in 1982. He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. Surviving are his wife of 70 years, Marcella E Ostman of Fort Wayne; children, Charles (Wynema) Ostman of Garrett, IN, Jane (Ralph) Reppert of Fort Wayne, Annie (Chris) Watson of North Augusta, SC, Mary (Gary) Thompson of Huntington, IN;17 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; sister, Donna Smolik of Littleton, CO; and brother, Dennis Osterman of Palm Bay, FL. Richard was preceded in death by father, Norman P Ostman; mother, Bessie R Ostman; daughter, Jean Ellen Rodriguez; and sister, Mary Miller. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 am, Monday, February 12, 2018 at St. Jude Catholic Church, 2130 Pemberton Drive with Father Robert D'Souza officiating with an hour of calling prior to the Mass. Entombment in Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Catholic Church or donor's choice.
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Oscar E. Ousley, age 87, of Garrett died Saturday, February 24, 2018 at DeKalb Health in Auburn. He was born on July 7, 1930 in Hippo, Kentucky. Mr. Ousley enjoyed collecting and working on clocks of all kinds. He always had a large garden and had the best vegetables and he liked to share with his family and friends. He also enjoyed going to auctions and garage sales. Most of all he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandkids and great grandkids. He was very proud of his family. Survivors include: Daughter and son-in-law; Carol and DeWayne Speer of Auburn. Daughter and son-in-law; Valerie and Mike Woodward of Ashley. Daughter; Brenda Ousley of Fort Wayne. Son; Charles Ousley of Auburn. Daughter; Karen Bradley of Goshen. Daughter and son-in-law; Sharon and Chris Garn of Garrett. Daughter and son-in-law; Janet and Jim Rowe of Waterloo. Daughter and son-in-law; Helen and Phil Price of Garrett. 15 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Sister; Marie Jones of Garrett. Sister; Norma Jones of Avilla. Sister and brother-in-law; Sandra and Delmar Handshoe of Garrett. Several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, grandson; Zach Albright, great grandson; Rilee Woodward, son-in-law; Tony Bradley and 3 brothers. A gathering of friends and family will take place on Thursday, March 1, 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the Christian Union Brethren in Christ Church, 4395 CR 7 in Garrett. A memorial service will take place on Thursday March 1, 2018 at 4:00 PM at the Christian Union Brethren in Christ Church in Garrett. Officiating the memorial service will be Pastor Joe Laher with the Christian Union Brethren in Christ Church.
Feller & Clark Funeral Home online obit (accessed February 25, 2018)

Donna Carol Owens, 54, of Stroh died Wednesday, December 27, 2017, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. She had been battling cancer for the last year. She was born September 4, 1963, in LaGrange to Jackie and Carolyn (Ritchie) Owens. Donna was employed as a mail carrier for the Kendallville Post Office where she had served for several years. She was a member of the Kendallville VFW Post 2749 Auxiliary. Donna enjoyed flowers, gardening, and canning, which she loved sharing with others. She loved reading and being with family and friends. She thoroughly enjoyed the people on her mail route. Surviving are two daughters, Samantha Schnurr of Fort Wayne and Jessica Schnurr of Kendallville; a granddaughter, Aryana Owens; her mother, Carolyn Owens of Stroh; a brother, Tim (Lisa) Owens of Stroh; a niece, Chelsea Owens of Denver, Colorado; and a nephew, Jackie Owens of Stroh. She was preceded in death by her father, Jackie Owens on November 17, 1993. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 30, 2017, at 11 a.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with Pastor Billy Fields of Liberty Free Will Baptist Church in Wolcottville officiating. Burial will be in Woodruff Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mike Bremer, Kirk Noll, Jackie Owens, Gary Everage, Jerry Smith, and Jim Luke. Calling is Friday, December 29, 2017, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the family.
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Jackie L. Palmer, age 62, of Marshall, MI passed away at the VA hospital in Ann Arbor, MI Sunday, February 11, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 23, 1955 the son of Lindy F. and Ella S. (Farmer) Palmer. Jackie was a high school graduate of Marshall High School. He proudly served in the United States Army Reserve. Jackie loved fishing. He was a Semi- Pro, who participated in Bass tournaments all over Michigan and Northern Indiana. Jackie was one of the founding fathers of the Calhoun County Bass Club. He was an APA Pool League Operator for 15 years, and went on to create the PEP Pool League, which is still going today. Jackie also enjoyed poker and golfing. He was a fun loving guy who loved to joke. Left to cherish his memory are his children, Jamie (Shannon) Palmer of Centreville, MI, Monica (Kirby Mansfield) Bivens of Battle Creek, MI, Jeremy (Rebecca) Palmer of Jackson, MI; mother, Ella Sue Robertson; grandchildren, Chelsea Bivens, Brendan Bivens, Harlie Clipfell, Bailey Clipfell, McKenna Carpenter, Braylon Palmer, Carter Riley, Jensen Palmer; great-grandchild, Nash Schrader; siblings, Larry (Sandy) Palmer, Terri (Bill) Palmer-Koch, Tim (Penny) Palmer, Judy (Howard) Phillips; step-sister, Debbie Walters; step-brothers, Hubert Mulkey, Vern Huxley; lifelong friend, Jayme Goodwin. He was preceded in death by his father. Family will receive friends at the Kempf Funeral & Cremation Service, Marshall on Thursday, February 15, 2018 from 2:00pm-4:00pm & 6:00pm-8:00pm. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 16, 2018 at 12:00 noon at the funeral home with Pastor Mike Popenhagen officiating. Interment will take place at Hick's Cemetery in Pennfield, MI. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Assistance with memorial contributions is available at the funeral home.
Kempf Funeral Home online obit (accessed February 13, 2018)

Scott J. Peters, 52, passed away Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Signature Care Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Media, PA, Scott has been a resident of Fort Wayne since 1976. He was an innocent soul with an amazing smile and now is at peace with his Lord and Savior. Surviving are his parents Fredus "Pete" III and Sally Peters, of Fort Wayne, IN; sister, Elizabeth Peters of Washington, DC; brothers, Nelson (Tammy) Peters of Fort Wayne, IN; Andrew M. (Mary Jo) Peters of Fort Wayne, IN; nieces and nephews and his extended family at Signature Care. A private memorial service will be held at a later date at Signature Care Center. Burial in Concordia Cemetery Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
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Judy J. Reed, 71, of Monticello and longtime resident of Bluffton, passed away on Friday afternoon, February 16, 2018, at I.U. Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana. Judy was born on January 20, 1947 in Bluffton to James W. & Ruby E. (Reeder) Ogle. She attended Chester Center to the 10th grade and graduated in 1965 from Nordhoff High School in California. On September 8, 1991, Judy and Dennis L. Reed were married and have shared the last 26+ years together. Judy enjoyed a lifelong career in Banking, working for Three Rivers Credit Union and was the branch manager of Bluffton location from 1986 to 2012. She was very involved with Dennis and passionate about the Drags Not Drugs Program and travel and raced all over the country together. She loved to collect owls and was a member of the Brush & Broads Plus 1 group that met to paint on Fridays in Bluffton, and was a member of the Poneto United Methodist Church. She is preceded in death by a daughter, Latisha. Survivors include Dennis of Monticello, three children; Kelly Gibbs of Bluffton, Mike (Jodee) McCarty of Toledo, Ohio and Mark (Laura) Reed of Fort Wayne along with seven grandchildren; Christopher (wife Jessica), Tyler, Jayden, Blake, Olivia, Aiden and Evelyn, and a brother Jim Bob (Linda) Ogle of Poneto. Judy is also survived by her baby, Jake, a Jack Russell Terrier. A Service to celebrate Judy's life will be held at 12:30 P.M. on Saturday (Feb. 24th) at the Poneto United Methodist Church with Pastor Roy Nevil officiating. Friends are encouraged to visit with the family for one hour prior to the service. The family prefers memorials to be made to Drag Not Drugs, in lieu of flowers.
Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home online obit (accessed February 17, 2018)

Kathleen D. Riley, 87, of Fort Wayne, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2018. Kathleen was born in rural Paulding County Ohio to the late Lewis and Susie Davis. She spent her childhood on a farm in Bryan, Ohio with her 4 siblings: Lorna Luegring, Willis, James and Lloyd. Kathleen was a bank-teller in Ft Wayne, until she met Allen Riley and married in 1961 and started their family and was blessed with 3 sons, John A. (Merrill) of Richmond, VA; Richard (Shelly) of Valrico, FL; and Roger of Lansing, MI. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren and a great-grandson, Wade. Kathleen was a wonderful wife and mother. She enjoyed being a homemaker and raising her boys. Gardening was one of her passions along with various types of crafts throughout her life. Kathleen was a people person, and loved being together with family and friends. She was a devoted Christian and a member of Rothman Road Church of Christ. Service is 2:00 pm, Saturday, February 17, 2018 at- D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road with calling one hour prior. Calling also Friday, February 16, 2018, from 5 - 7 pm at the funeral home. Private burial in Bicknell Memorial Cemetery, Bicknell, Indiana.
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Vernon Ritchie, 77, of Stroh died Saturday, February 10, 2018, at his residence. He was born December 18, 1940, in Vest, Kentucky, to Cephas and Myrtle (Williams) Ritchie. On January 25, 1969, in Stroh he married Patty Sue Shepherd. She survives in Stroh. Mr. Ritchie moved to this area in 1955, coming from Kentucky. He honorably served in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1965 during the Vietnam War. He retired in 2007 from Jayco in Topeka. Mr. Ritchie attended Community Baptist Church and was a member of American Legion Post 215 in LaGrange. Vernon enjoyed fishing, especially in bass tournaments, playing Texas Hold'em, and sitting on the front porch talking, telling stories, and sipping coffee. He loved spending time with friends and his grandkids, and was greatly loved by all. Also surviving are a daughter, Natalie Sue (Brett) Capman of Stroh; two sons, Tony Lynn Ritchie of Stroh and Alan Lee Ritchie of Stroh; two grandchildren, Sierra Kay (Gage) Meyer and Chase Harrison Ritchie; and two sisters, Lois Everage of LaGrange and Carolyn Owens of Stroh. He was preceded in death by a sister, Joyce Combs. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 15, 2018, at 1 p.m. at Community Baptist Church, Wolcottville with Pastor Rick Davis and Pastor Clarence Combs officiating. Burial will be at Woodruff Cemetery. Calling is Wednesday, February 14, 2018, after 2 p.m. at the church. An evening service will be held at 6 p.m. Preferred memorials are to the family. Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville is assisting the family with arrangements.
Young Family Funeral Home online obit (accessed February 11, 2018)

Thomas F. Ruble, 58, of Monroeville, Indiana passed away Wednesday evening at his residence. He was born on June 8, 1959 in Adams County, Indiana to Tom A. & Carolyn R. (Hakes) Ruble. Tom was united in marriage to Pamela J. Andrews on June 2, 1979 at First Missionary Church in Fort Wayne. Tom was a 1977 graduate of Heritage High School in Monroeville. He was owner & operator of Performance Truck Sales, Inc. in Monroeville & was previously an owner and operator of Tom Ruble & Sons Truck Sales in Monroeville. He was a member of Fellowship Missionary Church in Fort Wayne & Gideon's International. His greatest mission in life was to lead others to the Lord. Tom liked fast cars, tractors, and spending time with family, which was his passion. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with Pam. He was a man of God and lived his life by being supportive of others. He took pride in being a husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and grandfather. He was philanthropic at heart and was a hero to many who had the privilege to know him...he will be dearly missed. He is survived by his wife, Pam Ruble of Monroeville; two daughters, Jessica (Elliot) Nichols of Monroeville & Jenna (Josh) Kosnick of Middleton, WI; parents, Tom & Carolyn Ruble of Monroeville; two brothers, Kim (Jacqueline) Ruble & Jeffrey (Rebecca) Ruble both of Monroeville; sister, Andrea Shane of Monroeville; half-sister, Debra (Eugene) Butcher of Decatur; mother-in-law, Elizabeth Andrews of Ossian; & six grandchildren, Gabrielle Nichols, Jacob Nichols, Ella Kosnick, Harper Kosnick, Kensington Kosnick, and Camden Kosnick. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, February 12, 2018 at Fellowship Missionary Church in Fort Wayne with Rev. Dave DeSelm officiating. Burial will follow at Monroeville Cemetery in Monroeville, Indiana. Family & friends will be received from 2 to5 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, February 11, 2018 at Fellowship Missionary Church (enter at Door C), 2536 Tillman Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46816 and one hour prior to services Monday also in the church. Preferred memorials are to Fellowship Missionary Church or Remedy Live.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home online obit (accessed February 8, 2018)

Susan K. Salter, 69, a lifetime resident of Van Buren, IN, left this world surrounded by her loved ones at 5:51 PM on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born in Marion, IN on October 14, 1948 to Claude Bower and Rhea (Beck) Bower. She had a degree from Ivy Tech in the medical field. Susan previously worked for ESSEX in Andrews and Phoenix in Marion. She was a member of the Van Buren United Methodist Church in Van Buren. Susie enjoyed all aspects of sporting events especially those that her Grandchildren were involved in and Indiana University, Pacers and Colts. Her hobbies were centered on crocheting, gardening and taking care of her kitties. Loving survivors include: Son-KC (Karen) Salter of Liberty Hill, TX, Daughter-Melissa (Sean) Ream of North Manchester, IN; Grandchildren-Gunner Ream, Gavin Ream and Zoey Ream, Jacob Salter; Step Grandchildren-Ariana Murphy, Rhegan Murphy; Great Granddaughter-Elsie Ream; Sister-Connie (Pat) McDonald of Winter Garden, FL; Niece-Jessica Gocken and Nephew-Adam McDonald. She was preceded in death by her parents Claude & Rhea (Beck) Bower. Family and friends may gather to share and remember at Ferguson & Glancy Funeral Home 201 W. Main St. Van Buren, IN on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 from 4-5PM. A memorial service will follow at 5PM with Pastor Cindy Osgood officiating. Arrangements are being handled by Ferguson & Glancy Funeral Home in Van Buren, IN.
Ferguson & Glancy Funeral Home online obit (accessed February 12, 2018)

February 17, 1975 -- January 30, 2018
Eric Bernard Samuelson, 42, of Middlebury, formerly of Valparaiso, died at 4:05 am on Tuesday, January 30, at Rose Arbor Hospice, Kalamazoo, MI. He was born on February 17, 1975 in Valparaiso, to Max and Fran (Rule) Samuelson. Survivors in addition to his parents of Middlebury are two sisters, Katie (John) Stokes of Valparaiso and Stacy (Eric) Brandy of Michigan City; two nieces, Layla Stokes and Onica Heines and a nephew, Sam Stokes. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. He loved the outdoors and fishing and had worked for three years at Lozier in production. The family will hold a memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asked that memorials be sent to Frontline Foundations Inc. - Chesterton at 1008 Broadway, Chesterton, IN 46304.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home online obit (accessed February 1, 2018)

Jacob D. Sanders, 23, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2018. Born in Fort Wayne, Jacob attended Wayne High School and worked as a tire tech with Tire Barn Warehouse. Jacob enjoyed racing go-karts at Baerfield Speedway and loved his animals. Surviving are his father, Darryl Sanders of KY; mother, Krista Omspaugh and father Randy Omspaugh; siblings, Danielle (Josh) Tracey, Joshua (Jessica) Sanders, Britnee Sanders, Mayson Omspaugh, Jesse Omspaugh all of Fort Wayne; step-brother, Brandon Poole of VA; paternal grandparents, Barbara (Joey) Sanders of Fort Wayne; maternal grandparents, Jody (Amy) Dickerson of Roanoke; great-grandparents, James (Sally) Sowers of Fort Wayne; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Service is 1:00 pm, Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, 6301 Fairfield Avenue with Pastor Jerry Westerfield officiating with an hour calling prior to the service. Calling at D.O. McComb & Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, Monday, February 5, 2018, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the family, www.gofundme.com/jacob-d-sanders-funeral-expenses . Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
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Norman L. Schatzman , 78, passed away Friday, February 16, 2018, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. He was born in Cincinnati, OH. Norman worked for Schaab Metals for 26 years retiring in 2005. He loved to use his hands in making anything out of wood, metal and was an all-around handyman. He loved to be called "Stormin Norman." Surviving are his wife, Rebecca Schatzman, Ft Wayne; sons Austin W. (Sabrina) Schatzman, grandson, Colton Lee Schatzman, also sons Jarvis, Mark and William Schatzman, Ft Wayne; sister Annie Edwards,TX; brother Richard Schatzman, OH. Funeral service is 11:00 am, Thursday, February 22, 2018 at - D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road with Visitation 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Wednesday, Memorials may be made to the Riley Hospital for Children.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home online obit (accessed February 19, 2018)

Gregory S. Schmitt M.D., F.A.C.S., 63, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2018 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Woodstock, IL, Greg retired as a Cardiac Surgeon with Parkview Hospital. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. Greg and his family moved to Fort Wayne in 1989 after completing his fellowship at St. Louis University. He attended Bradley University, Peoria, IL and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science, Biology in 1976. Greg received his Medical Doctorate in 1980 from the University of Illinois College of Medicine-Chicago, where he was awarded the Warren H. Cole Scholar and was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. His postgraduate training included a Fellowship in Cardio Thoracic training at St. Louis University and Administrative Chief Resident, Department of Surgery at University of Illinois. His certifications included Diplomat, American Board of Thoracic Surgery, American Board of Surgery, and American Board of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Greg held many past positions including Attending Cardio Thoracic Surgeon with Parkview Hospital; Medical Director at Parkview Hospice and St. Joseph's Hospital; Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine; Chairman, Section of Cardio Thoracic Surgery, Surgical Executive Committee, Parkview Hospital, and Maj., (ret), 122nd Medical Squadron with the Indiana Air National Guard. Greg was currently a member of the Board of Directors St. Joseph Community Foundation, Catholic Charities, the Western Golf Association Evans Scholar Foundation, and was a member of Dutch Treat Investments. Greg previously served on the board of Anthony-Wayne Services and was a Past-President of Anthony Wayne Area Council Boy Scouts of America, and Fort Wayne-Allen County Board of Health. He was a leader of BSA Troop 333, and coached 7th grade football at Woodside Middle School. Greg was an avid Cubs fan as well as an avid golfer and a USGA Rules Official. He was a member of Fort Wayne Country Club and Bear's Paw Country Club in Naples, FL. Surviving are his spouse of 36 years, Jane (Lowery) Schmitt, Fort Wayne; two sons, David S. Schmitt of Des Moines, IA and Michael S. Schmitt of Arlington, VA; and sister, Nancy C. Schmitt of Chicago. Greg was preceded in death by, father, Daniel M. Schmitt and mother, Betty A. Schmitt. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 am, Thursday, February 8, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 10700 Aboite Center Road with an hour of calling prior to the Mass. Calling at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road, Wednesday, February 7, 2018, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Anthony Wayne Area Council, BSA or Evans Scholars Foundation, 1 Briar Road, Golf, IL 60029
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Mary L. Schneider, 66, passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2018. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Mary was the daughter of the late Dave and Naomi Adkison. Mary worked for the Fort Wayne Newspapers for many years prior to her working for Sirva where she had been working. Mary was an avid reader; she enjoyed shopping, cherished her dog Katie, and loved her grandchildren. Surviving are her husband, Terry Schneider of Fort Wayne; children, Amber (Roman) Kreigh of Fort Wayne, Adam (Cari) Seidel of New Haven; step-children, Bruce (Dawn) Schneider, Dawn (Steve) Strack, Sharyl (Don) Glover; grandchildren, Haley, Jazzlyn, and Dylan; 10 step-grandchildren; 4 step-great-grandchildren; and brother, Dave (Maxine) Adkison of Decatur, Mary was preceded in death by her sisters Sue Osborne and Sandy Horstman. A Memorial Gathering will be Friday, February 16, 2018 from 4 pm to 7 pm at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road. Memorials may be made to the ASPCA or Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home online obit (accessed February 12, 2018)

Mary L. Schneider, 66, passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2018. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Mary was the daughter of the late Dave and Naomi Adkison. Mary worked for the Fort Wayne Newspapers for many years prior to her working for Sirva where she had been working. Mary was an avid reader; she enjoyed shopping, cherished her dog Katie, and loved her grandchildren. Surviving are her husband, Terry Schneider of Fort Wayne; children, Amber (Roman) Kreigh of Fort Wayne, Adam (Cari) Seidel of New Haven; step-children, Bruce (Dawn) Schneider, Dawn (Steve) Strack, Sharyl (Don) Glover; grandchildren, Haley, Jazzlyn, and Dylan; 10 step-grandchildren; 4 step-great-grandchildren; and brother, Dave (Maxine) Adkison of Decatur, Mary was preceded in death by her sisters Sue Osborne and Sandy Horstman. A Memorial Gathering will be Friday, February 16, 2018 from 4 pm to 7 pm at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road. Memorials may be made to the ASPCA or Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home online obit (accessed February 12, 2018)

January 13, 2008 -- February 11, 2018
Brenda Sue Schrock, 10, of LaGrange, died at 5:05 am on Sunday, February 11, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne, after injuries sustained in an accident. She was born on January 13, 2008 in LaGrange, to David E. and Erma (Eash) Schrock. Survivors in addition to her parents are two sisters, Mary Jo Schrock and Diane Kay Schrock; two brothers, Jeremy Lee Schrock and Lyndon James Schrock all at home; grandparents, Elmer and Wilma Schrock of Shipshewana, Orla and Elma Eash of LaGrange; great-grandmother, Ida Mae Schlabach of LaGrange. Visitation will be after 1:00 pm on Wednesday February 14, and all day Thursday, February 15, at the Verlin Bontrager residence, 5015 W. US 20, LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Friday, February 16, at the John Bontrager residence, 0850 S. 500 W., LaGrange. Services will be conducted by Bishop Dan W. Yoder and the home ministers of the Old Order Amish Church. Burial will be in Beechy Cemetery, LaGrange.
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May 5, 1930 -- February 5, 2018
Mary L. Schrock, 87, of Middlebury, died at 10:20 am, on Monday, February 5, at her residence. She was born on May 5, 1930, in Lagrange County, to Levi J. and Lizzie Ann (Mast) Weaver. On January 20, 1949 in LaGrange County she married William J. Schrock; he died October 20, 2004. Surviving are two daughters, Katie (Orva M.) Bontrager of Middlebury, Wilma (Christ Jr.) Miller of Middlebury; two sons, Clarence (Ruby) Schrock of Middlebury, Marvin (Arlene) Schrock of Middlebury; 33 grandchildren, 100 great grandchildren; brother, Clarence Weaver of Sarasota, FL; brother-in-law, Ivan Kuhns of Nappanee; two sisters-in-law, Mary Weaver of Goshen, Ida Mae Weaver of LaGrange. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; three great grandchildren; four brothers, Daniel, Jonas, John, and Samuel Weaver; two sisters, Susie Kuhns and Lydia Graber. She was a homemaker and a member of the Old Order Amish Church. Visitation will be after2:00 pm on Tuesday, February 6 and all day Wednesday, February 7 at the Christ Miller Jr. residence, 57397 E. County Line Road, Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Thursday, February 8 also at the Christ Miller Jr. residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Norman Miller and the home ministers. Burial will be in Naylor Cemetery, Shipshewana.
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Rita L. Schroer, 91, Fort Recovery, Ohio, died on February 27, 2018, at The Gardens at St. Henry, St. Henry, Ohio. She was born November 12, 1926, in St. Henry, to the late Louis and Anna (Selhorst) Lange. On September 27, 1947, she married Paul J. "Joe" Schroer, who died February 20, 2007. Surviving are her children, Michael (Cheryl) Schroer of Laceys Spring, AL, Judy (Tom) Lefeld of St. Henry, Suzanne (Steve) Turner of Kettering, OH, Bob (Karen) Schroer of Fort Recovery, Bonnie (Chet) Rhoades of Sarasota, FL, Joan (Ted) Stachler of St. Henry, Sharon (Bruce) Scott of Fort Recovery, Marjorie Schroer of Plano, TX, Dave (Theresa) Schroer of Fort Recovery; 24 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; siblings, Leroy Lange of St. Henry, Frances Gehret of Fort Loramie, OH, Cletus (Edna) Lange of St. Henry, Louis (Martha) Lange of Wapakoneta, OH; and a sister-in-law, Marcella Lange of Celina, OH. Preceding her in death are her infant daughter, Mary Alice Schroer; a granddaughter, Lisa; siblings, Marie (Albert) Pottkotter, Elmer Lange, Cleopha (Ralph) Strete, Wilma (Sylvester) Dues, Sr. Agnes Lange, Cyrillus (Margaret) Lange, and Eugene Lange; a sister-in-law; Eileen Lange, a brother-in-law, Lawrence Gehret; and in-laws, Maurice (Irma) Schroer. Rita retired as a cook for Fort Recovery Schools. She was a member of Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, Fort Recovery and the church's Altar Rosary Sodality. Rita enjoyed working with her hands, quilting, sewing and cooking. She also liked to read and spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 am Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, Fort Recovery, Fr. Ned Brown officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Fort Recovery. Calling is 3:00 pm-8:00 pm Friday and 8:30 am-9:30 am Saturday at Brockman - Boeckman Funeral Home, Fort Recovery, Ohio. Contributions can be made to State of the Heart Care.
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John D. "Dave" Schultz, CW3 (Ret.), 82, passed away on Friday, Feb.16, 2018. Born in Decatur, IL, and raised in Los Angeles, CA, Dave was a 1953 graduate of Belmont High School. He enjoyed traveling the world for 22 ½ years with the United States Army during which time he earned an associate degree from Purdue University, Fort Wayne, in 1960, and a bachelor's degree from the University of Omaha, Omaha, Nebraska, in 1969. As a Private, Dave's military career began in the United States working on guided missiles at Fort Bliss, TX, Fort Lawton, WA, and Fort MacArthur, CA. Advancing through the ranks, he served as a Meteorologist at Frankford Arsenal, Philadelphia, PA, and served four tours at Redstone Arsenal, AL, in the U.S. Army Missile Support Command and U.S. Army Metrology & Calibration Center. Overseas assignments included three tours at Fort Buckner, Okinawa. Promoted to Warrant Officer, he served as Team Chief of a U.S. Army Pacific Calibration Agency Transfer Team that supported military units in Taiwan, Thailand, Philippines, Korea, Vietnam, and Okinawa. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War serving as a Senior Calibration Advisor to the South Vietnamese Army. During his final overseas tour of 3 ½ years, as Chief of the Secondary Reference Laboratory Division, he supervised calibration and repair support for twenty-two U.S. Army and two Federal Republic of Germany calibration teams. Dave enjoyed German volksmarching, completing 1000 kilometers and a 42 kilometer marathon, and collecting local town beer glasses and steins. Military honors included the Commendation Medal, Third Oak Leaf Cluster; Bronze Star; Distinctive Insignia of the Signal Corps-Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces; Republic of Vietnam Staff Service Medal, Second Class; German Army Marksmanship Award in Bronze, and U.S. Army Meritorious Service Medal. He retired as Chief Warrant Officer (CW3) Ordnance in 1977. Upon returning to civilian life, Dave was employed by Magnavox as a Senior Electronics Technician, retiring in 1995. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne. His interests included membership in the Allen County Practical Defense League and taking instructions at Gunsite and Thunder Ranch. He enjoyed reuniting with his Army buddies at the Indy 500, and relaxing in his basement which he remodeled to display his travel memorabilia and record collection. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Marilyn (Woerner) Schultz, daughters, Dianne (Michael) Snider of Fort Wayne; Karla (Neil) Bowles of Cottonwood Heights, UT; grandsons, Austin, Ryan, Logan Snider, and Ethan Bowles, sister Paula Farney, Huntington Beach, CA., and loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, and long-time friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, John E. Schultz and Esther (nee Rentfro) Wilson, stepmother Agnes Clarke Schultz, and brother-in-law Peter Farney. Funeral service is 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018, at D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue, with calling one-hour prior. Visitation also from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8, Monday, Feb. 19, 2018, at the funeral home. Burial with full military honors in Concordia Lutheran Gardens Cemetery, 5635 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne. Memorials may be given to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 1126 S. Barr St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802 or Visiting Nurse, 5910 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46814.
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Donald D. Shipe, 78, of Ashley died Saturday, February 24, 2018, at 1:20 a.m. at Auburn Villages in Auburn. He was born August 9, 1939, in Waterloo to Cecil and Lois (Johnson) Shipe and was a lifelong Ashley resident. On March 7, 1964, in Union City, Michigan, he married Martha E. Peck. He retired from Auburn Gear and was also an integral part of Deano's Diner in Ashley, which is owned and operated by his son. Mr. Shipe was a member of the Cedar Lake Church of Christ and a 50-year member of the Ashley Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, York Rite, and the Ashley OES. He served as past Master and Secretary of the Ashley Masonic Lodge for 40 years. He was the financial secretary of UAW 825 in Auburn for 33 years and a former fire fighter for Ashley. He also held several positions within community government for the town of Ashley. Don was an avid Cleveland Indians fan and enjoyed fishing. But, for him, family was always first and he dearly loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Surviving are his wife, Martha E. Shipe of Ashley; a son, Dean (Shelley) Shipe of Ashley; a daughter, Diane (Scott) Hines of Fort Wayne; six grandchildren, Nick Shipe, Laurie Shipe, Brandon Thews, Bradee Thews, Chloë Hines, and Chase Hines; and six great-grandchildren, Ayden Jones, Raylin Akey, Hartley Akey, Brooklyn Hines, Brayden Hines, and Bentley Hines. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Ann Pearson; a granddaughter, Chelsea Hines; and a great-grandson, Boston Hines. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 28, 2018, at 2 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Hudson-Ashley Chapel, 612 North Main Street, Hudson with Pastor Jonathan Pennington of the Cedar Lake Church of Christ officiating. Private burial will be at Circle Cemetery. Visitation is Tuesday, February 27, 2018, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. A Masonic Lodge service will be held Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Preferred memorials are to the Ashley Masonic Lodge.
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May 29, 1941 -- February 25, 2018
Melvin E. Shrock, 76, of Markesan, WI, passed away Sunday, February 25, at church of an apparent heart attack. He was born May 29, 1941 in Geauga County, OH to Elmer and Edna (Miller) Shrock. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church, where he was ordained minister in 1969. He is survived by his wife, Mary Esther (Miller) Shrock, whom he married January 10, 1985. He was first married to Edna Ellen (Miller) Shrock, who preceded him in death January 8, 1953. To this union were born five sons and eight daughters; Carolyn Mae (Levi) Schrock, Wolcottville; Marvin (Leanna) Shrock, LaGrange; Mervin (Joanna) Shrock, LaGrange; Mary Etta (Daniel) Bontrager, Markeson, WI; Susie Irene (John) Kuhns, LaGrange; Marion (Ruby) Shrock, LaGrange; Katie Fern (Mervin) Miller, LaGrange; Ida Anna (Dewayne) Miller, Topeka; Elmer Shrock, LaGrange; LuElla (Sherman) Miller, LaGrange; Ernest (Esther) Shrock, LaGrange; Ruby Amelia (Lonnie) Yoder, Shipshewana; Edna Ellen (Wyman) Miller, Middlebury; 82 grandchildren and 119 great-grandchildren. Also surviving is one brother, Marvin (Ruby) Shrock, Middlebury; four sisters, Sara (Daniel) Lehman, Topeka; Katie Wickey, Decatur; Fannie (Leroy) Miller, Goshen; Mary (Ezra) Miller, Holten, MI; two half-sisters, Erma (Marvin) Miller, Middlebury and Esther (Daniel) Yoder, Hillsboro, WI; one half sister-in-law, Ruby Yoder, Hillsboro, WI; four step-brothers, Alvin (Katie) Yoder, LaGrange; Toby (Martha) Yoder, Goshen; Christy ( Anna) Yoder, Vevay, IN; Milo (Lorene) Yoder, St. Ignatius, MT; five step-sisters, Orpha (Ora) Miller, Libby, MT; Susie (Ora) Miller, Dalton, WI; Rosa (Ezra) Bontrager, Bonduel, WI; Verna (Owen) Hershberger, Mora, MN; Wilma (Elmer) Beechy, Shipshewana; three step sisters-in-law, Ida (Daniel) Bontrager, LaGrange; Anna Marie (Clarence) Miller, Ligonier; Mary (Virgil) Yoder, Decatur. He was preceded in death by his first wife; parents; step-father Tobe L. Yoder; one grandchildren; one great-grandchild; half-brother, Clarence Yoder; three step-brothers, Ervin, Elmer and Perry Yoder; two step-sisters, Beulah Yoder and Anna Mae Yoder; two brothers-in-law, Virgil Yoder and Martin Wickey; one sister-in-law, Clara Yoder. Visitation will be all day Wednesday, February 28 at the Mervin Shrock residence, 3095 W. 300 South, LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Thursday, March 1 also at the residence. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, LaGrange.
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Miriam L. Shultz, 88, of Wolcottville died Wednesday, January 31, 2018, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. She was born October 26, 1929, in Miami County to Albert and Elizabeth (Hoover) Leffel. On January 22, 1950, in South Milford she married Ralph E. Shultz. He preceded her in death on January 18, 1983. She worked for a few years at Kirsch in Sturgis, Michigan. She and her family farmed and currently own and operate the South Milford Grain Company in South Milford. She was a member of the Kendallville congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. Surviving are a daughter, Susan (Eric) Simanton of LaGrange; five sons, Blake (Tammy) Shultz of Carbondale, Colorado, Mark (Cathy) Shultz of Hudson, Tim (Susie) Shultz of Wolcottville, Gale (Cathy) Shultz of Wolcottville, and Rex (Tammy) Shultz of Hudson; 16 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Hazel Ridyard of Oceanside, California. She was also preceded in death by five sisters, May DeWald, Evelyn Black, Ethel Lang, Wilma Sanders, and Mary Richardson; and one brother, Walter Leffel. Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 6, 2018, at 11 a.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville, with Jim Charles officiating. Burial will be in South Milford Cemetery. Calling is Monday, February 5, 2018, from 2 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday.
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Beverly Jean Silvers, 68, of Rome City and formerly of Bedford died Monday, December 25, 2017, at 11:40 p.m. at Parkview Noble Hospital, Kendallville. She was born February 13, 1949, in Yakima, Washington, to Roy Welker and Marie Taylor. Her parents preceded her in death. She married Donnie Silvers, Sr., and he preceded her in death on July 24, 2009. Mrs. Silvers previously worked at Dura Automotive in Brownstown, which she thoroughly enjoyed. Surviving are a daughter, Tammie Hernandez of Greenwood; three sons, Donnie (Shelley) Silvers of Bedford, Corie (Tressy) Silvers of Bedford, and Bobbie (Jeff) Silvers of Rome City; six grandchildren, Aaron Silvers, Joey Silvers, Carissa Ramirez, Amanda Ramirez, Luis Hernandez, and Natalie Hernandez; eight great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Lynn (Farrell) Norman of Rome City and Jeannie (Jim) Quick of Georgia. There will be no visitation or services. Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville is assisting the family with arrangements.
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James W. Sines, age 81, died February 9, 2018, at his home in Fort Wayne, IN. Jim's professional career spanned over 50 years as a financial executive in the banking, business appraisal and brokerage services in California, Utah and Fort Wayne. Jim was a Sr. Vice President and Trust Officer for Fort Wayne National Bank and President of Sines & Company. He was the son of the late Kenneth and Mabel M. "Shaffer" Sines. Jim is survived by his former wife Joyce Sines, sister in law Carolyn Sines and niece Linda Orendorff. Jim loved fly fishing, bird hunting with his dog and readings of the Dicken's Christmas Carol. A private service will be held at a later date, with burial in Lindenwood Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, Fort Wayne, IN.
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AUBURN - Joan Smith, age 83, of Auburn, Indiana, passed away Monday, February 19, 2018, in Auburn, Indiana. Mrs. Smith was born on October 19, 1934, in Sturgis, Michigan, to Neil and Marjorie West. She lived most of her life in LaGrange County, moving to Auburn 11 years ago. On September 11, 1954, in Sturgis, Michigan, she married Don W. Smith. They spent over 62 years together and raised four children. Mr. Smith survives in Auburn. She retired from the LaGrange County Library in 2007. She was an avid reader, and loved to sew, bake, paint and play euchre. She was member of the Red Hats Club. Also surviving are four daughters, LeeAnn Pearce of Winamac, Indiana, Terry (Randy) VanWagner of LaGrange, Indiana, Tracy (Russ) Warner of Auburn, Indiana, and Kelly (Joe) Mattes of Auburn, Indiana; seven grandchildren, Stacey VanWagner, Michael (Jodi) Pearce, Melody Fisher, Stefanie (Ryan) Ramsey, Megan Leazenby, Bonnie (Brian) Wellman and Holly Warner; and two great-grandsons, Aiden and Cooper Ramsey. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister and brother-in-law, Betty and LeRoy Raines; and a son-in-law, Harry Pearce. She will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 22, 2018, at Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 Center Street, Auburn, Indiana, with Rev. David Lawrence officiating. Burial will take place in East Springfield Cemetery in LaGrange County, Indiana. Calling is Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given in Joan's name to Heartland Hospice.
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John C. (JC) Smith, 80, of Ashley died unexpectedly Sunday, February 11, 2018, at his residence. He was born August 4, 1937, in DeKalb County to Franklin Joseph and Violet Juanita (Resoner) Smith. Mr. Smith honorably served in the U.S. Air Force from 1956 to 1960. On September 10, 1960, in Auburn he married Janis E. Bacon. She preceded him in death on March 3, 2017. He retired after 40-plus years from Moore Business Forms, now R.R. Donnelley in Angola. He also worked for a short time as a deputy Marshall for the town of Ashley. JC was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church in Waterloo and former President of the Hudson Town Board. He bowled in Butler for many years. His love of gardening and just being outdoors, led him to be a baseball and basketball coach while his sons were in school. And, he was a Tri-County baseball umpire for Steuben and DeKalb County high schools for several years. Surviving are three sons, Jeff Smith of Angola, Joe (Tammy) Smith of Hamilton, and Jim (Andrea) Smith of Surprise, Arizona; six grandchildren, Brady Smith, Tristan Smith, Karli Smith, Teegan Smith, Leigha Gulliver, and Dax Gulliver; and a brother, Larry (Sue) Smith of Newberry, Florida. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, February 16, 2018, at 12 p.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 1098 CR 39, Waterloo with Father Dave Carkenord officiating. Burial will be in St. Michael's Cemetery. Calling is Thursday, February 15, 2018, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Hudson-Ashley Chapel, 612 North Main Street, Hudson where a Rosary service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Calling will also be one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.
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Norma W. (Sharp) Smith, 91, of Montpelier, IN, passed away at 11:52 AM on Tuesday, February 06, 2018 at IU Health Blackford Hospital in Hartford City, IN. She was born on Thursday, January 27, 1927, in Blackford County, IN. She married Joe E. Smith on Wednesday, April 21, 1948 in St. Margaret's Catholic Church, Montpelier; . Norma was a 1945 graduate of Roll High School in Blackford County, IN. As a young gal she worked at Ledbetters, until she had her four children, then she stayed at home to raise them. She also worked for a while at Warren United Methodist Home (Heritage Pointe) and was a Brownie and Girl Scout leader. From the early 70's until the early 90's Norma worked at Gripco in Montpelier. She was a member of the Millard Brown American Legion Auxiliary #156, Psi Iota Xi, Montpelier Fireman Auxiliary, DAR, Dinner Bell Band and the former St. Margaret's Catholic Church in Montpelier. After the church closed in Montpelier, Norma attended St. John's Catholic Church in Hartford City. She enjoyed making her world famous popcorn balls, IU Basketball, horse harness racing and researching her family genealogy. Norma never judged anyone and loved her friends and family no matter what. She will be greatly missed as her family holds onto the wonderful memories they shared with one another. Loving survivors include: Daughter - Susan J. Reynolds, Montpelier, IN, Son - Paul "Eddie" (Janice) Smith, Montpelier, IN, Son - Joe B. "Jody" Smith, Montpelier, IN, three grandchildren who were raised in the Smith home include- Annette (Rocky) Loney, Montpelier, IN, Toni (Ray) Dishman, Montpelier, IN, Yancy (Sarah) Slater, Montpelier, IN, additional Grandchildren- Amy (Jeff) Shofner, Montpelier, IN, Stephanie Mowey, Dunkirk, IN, Lindsey Smith, Warren, IN, Adam Smith, Montpelier, IN, Madison Reynolds, Montpelier, IN, Great Grandchildren - Caleb Castle, AJ Wright, Josh Dishman, James Dishman, Anastacia Dishman, Kendric Dishman, Heaven Vaugh, Dalton Carroll, Seanna Lang, Treston Lang, Brandon Betz, Cody Shofner, Ethan Shofner, Donald Mowery, Samantha Mowery, Kerith Mowery, Karleigh McCammon, Audrianna McCammon, Logan Loney, Gr. Gr. Grandchildren - Jayden Dishman, Brantley Dishman, Gabriel Vaughn, Abel Vaughn, Renesmae Noelle Dobbs, Sisters - Wilma Payne, Hartford City, IN, Arlene Kirkwood, Hartford City, IN, Joan Abbott, Montpelier, IN, Brothers - Lowell "Buck" (Kathy) Sharp, Hartford City, IN, Jim (Vickie) Sharp, Hartford City, IN, Joe (Marlayna) Sharp, Ft. Wayne, IN, Sister-in-laws - Sharon Sharp, Hartford City, IN and Jean (Val) Lang, Chicago, IL. She was preceded in death by her: Father - John Sharp, Mother - Helen (Bedwell) Sharp, Husband - Joe E. Smith, Daughter - Sheila A. Slater, Brothers - Lee Sharp, Jack Sharp, Charles Sharp and Sister - Dorothy Heck. Viewing hours will be held at Walker & Glancy Funeral Home 109 W Windsor St Montpelier on Friday, February 16, 2018 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Walker & Glancy Funeral Home on Saturday morning, February 17, 2018, before heading to the church. A mass of Christian burial will be held at St. John's Catholic Church 209 South Spring Street Hartford City at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 17, 2018 with Rev, David J, Newton officiating. Interment will follow in the St. John's Catholic Cemetery in Montpelier. Preferred memorials: Montpelier Vol. Fire Department, Montpelier Jamboree Committee or DAR Francis Godfrey Chapter. A special thank you from the family to IU Health Blackford Hospital, Bridgewater Centre and Dr. Lori Skidmore for their caring and exceptional care.
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Michelle Anne Snyder, 41, passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2018. Born in Flushing, New York, Michelle enjoyed watching television, listening to music, coloring books, walking, and photography. Surviving are her mother, Sandra Kay Bennett of Indianapolis; fiancée, Brian Humphrey of Fort Wayne; children, Jason Snyder, Zoe Shanks both of Fort Wayne; siblings April (Donny Sanders) Gray, Dawn Mataraza both of Fort Wayne, Damian (Sandra) Mataraza of VA; along with many nieces and nephews. Michelle was preceded in death by father, Michael Anthony Mataraza, and step-father, Robert Bennett. Calling will be at Mungovan Chapel, 2114 S. Calhoun Street on Monday, February 5, 2018 from 1 pm to 3 pm. Memorials may be made to the Epilepsy Foundation.
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Arnold R. "Bob" Sprunger, 87, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Bob worked for Harvester for over 20 years. He was a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church. Bob served his country as a member of the US Army during the Korean War, and a member of the American Legion Post 241. Surviving are his brother, Jack Sprunger of Leesburg, IN; niece and caregiver, Patty Jo "PJ" Wilson of Fort Wayne; and many nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Jacqueline Sprunger; parents, Arnold and Thelma Mae Sprunger; and sister, Carol Rose Brower. Service is 1:00 pm, Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at Zion Lutheran Church, 2313 S Hanna St with calling two hours prior beginning at 11:00 am. Burial in Lindenwood Cemetery with military honors. Memorials may be made to the Zion Lutheran Church.
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Ruth Ann (Leffers, Maloney) Stapleton, age 86, of Fort Wayne, passed away on February 27th. Born September 25th, 1931 in Arcola, Indiana, Ruth was the daughter of the late Edward George, and Bertha Alvina (Buettner) Leffers. Ruth graduated from Arcola High School in 1949. Ruth's first marriage was to John William Maloney. He preceded her in death on the 6th of June 1957. Ruth's second marriage was to Donald E. Stapleton in December of 1967. He preceded her in death in March of 2004. While devotedly raising her five young children, she was employed at St. Vincent De Paul School as a cafeteria cook. She later took a position at International Harvester, and then labored as a housewife. Mrs. Stapleton was an active member of St. Vincent De Paul Church for over 60 years. She supported many causes, and her work as a volunteer member of the National Alliance for the Mentally III (NAMI) was especially important to her. Surviving are four sons, a step son, and a daughter, Michael (Susan) Maloney of Ossian, Donald (Marsha) Maloney Middlebury, Ronald Maloney, Nicholas Maloney, Kenneth Stapleton all of Fort Wayne, and Ann(a) M. Maloney (Steve) Keltsch Lake Orion, MI; one sister, Kathryn (Phillip) Riecke of Avilla, IN and two brothers, Donald (Jean) Leffers and Arthur Leffers both of Fort Wayne. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul and Charles Leffers, as well as Francis, an infant brother. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:00 am, Monday, March 5, 2018 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 1502 E. Wallen Road with Father Polycarp officiating with an hour of calling prior to the Mass. Calling at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road, Saturday, March 3, 2018, 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm with a Rosary at 7:30pm. Burial in St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
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Nancy A. Steffens, 90, passed away Friday, February 9, 2018 at Parkview Hospital Randallia in Fort Wayne. Born in Cedarville, Nancy worked as an obstetric technician, unit clerk, and time coder from 1966 to 1993 with Parkview Memorial Hospital. She was previously employed by Indiana Bank Money Order Division. Nancy was a 1945 graduate of Leo High School. She was a lifelong resident of Cedarville, living the majority of her life in the house her father built when she was an infant. She married Floyd Steffens in 1946 in her parent's home and he preceded in her death in 1992. She was a member of Cedarville Community Church and St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Parkview Ambassadors, and Leo American Legion Auxiliary. She served the Leo-Cedarville Community Park as board member and later as volunteer from 1997-2012 handling sign and pavilion rentals. Surviving are her sons, Marcus G. (Jan) Steffens of Lutz, FL and Paul Steffens of Leo-Cedarville, IN; 3 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Nancy was preceded in death by husband, Floyd I. Steffens; father, Glenn S. Myers; mother, Dorothy B. Myers; sons, David W. Steffens and George Steffens; sister, Marian Ohman. Service is 11:00 am, Monday, February 12, 2018 at Cedarville Community Church, with Rev. Monte S. Sheets officiating. Calling from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, Monday, February 12, 2108 at Cedarville Community Church, 12828 Main Street, Leo, IN. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Byron Health Center or Parkview Home Health and Hospice.
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Ricky S. Steffenson, 59, of Ossian, Indiana passed away Sunday evening, February 25, 2018, at Adams Memorial Hospital ER. He was born on November 21, 1958 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin to the late Clayton Steffenson and the late Alice (Espeseth) Steffenson. On August 13, 2009, he married Bonny R. Owen in Ohio. Ricky was employed at General Aluminum (A Park Ohio Company) in Huntington, Indiana and was a member of the Moose Lodge #1473 in Celina, Ohio. He was an avid Harley rider and loved his dogs, Harley & Boomer. His family & job were very important to him. He is survived by his wife, Bonny R. Steffenson of Ossian; three step-children, Joseph Shartle, Jason Shartle, & Sharon (Mike) Grabowski all of WI; brother, Clayton (Mary) Steffenson, Jr. of Strum, WI; three sisters, Shirley Kassulke of Milwaukee, WI, Judy (Jerry) Koier of South Milwaukee, WI; & Carol Beierle of Wisconsin Dells, WI; & several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers-in-law, Gary Kassulke & Gary Beierle. A service will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home in Decatur with visitation from 4 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. There will also be a service held at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Chimney Rock Church in Strum, Wisconsin with visitation from 3 to 4 at the church. Burial will follow at Chimney Rock Church Cemetery. Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society.
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Robert J. Stine, 87, of Auburn died Friday, Feb. 2, 2018, at the Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Mr. Stine worked as an optician for Fort Wayne Optical for 19 years and later owned and operated his own mechanic shop. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Auburn. He was born March 25, 1930, in Aitkin, Minnesota to the late Arland and Julia (Wiederholt) Stine. He married Janet J. Harsh on February 19, 1955, in Fort Wayne, and she died Jan. 3, 2011. Surviving are three sons and daughters-in-law, Steve and Nancy Stine of Garrett, Ken and Leslie Stine of Auburn, and Randy and Karen Stine of Auburn; a daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Jeff Lyons of Fairfield, Illinois.; 15 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; three siblings, Pearl Kacprowicz of Auburn, Earl (Jan) Stine of Leo, and Arlene Kiefer of Warsaw; and a sister-in-law, Marcella Stine of Leo. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; a granddaughter; and four siblings, Don Stine, Lorell Smith, Lew Stine, and Cliff Stine. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 500 E. 7th St., Auburn, with Father Timothy Wrozek. Burial will take place in Catholic Cemetery in Auburn with military honors being conducted by the American Legion Post 97 of Auburn. Visitation will be from 9-11 a.m. Wednesday prior to the service at the church. Memorials are to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Auburn. Arrangements are by Feller and Clark Funeral Home, Auburn.
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Richard Eugene Stoker, 60, passed away Monday, February 5, 2018. Born in Fort Wayne. Richard worked with Iron Workers Local 147 for 40 years. Surviving are his caregivers, Shari Love of Fort Wayne and Regina Rivas, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by parents Eva JoAnn Stoker and Richard Albert Stoker, sister, Linda Sue Arthur, brother-in-law Ronnie Arthur. Service is 10:30 am, February 12, 2018 at - D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road with calling an hour prior. Calling also at the funeral home Sunday, February 11, 2018, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery.
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John William Stuck, 82, of Angola died Saturday, December 9, 2017, at 3:20 p.m. in I.U. Health University Hospital in Indianapolis. He had resided in Angola since 2001, coming from Kendallville. Mr. Stuck retired in 1997 from Kraft Foods in Kendallville after working there for 30 years. He served in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1960 and in the National Guard from 1960 to 1963. He was born July 2, 1935, in Van Wert, Ohio, to George F. and Rose Christine (Shaw) Stuck. On June 27, 1964, in Auburn he married Linda Ellen Sanderson. She preceded him in death on July 9, 2014. Surviving are two daughters and a son-in-law, Stephanie Christine "Chris" and Darren Wagner of Angola and Faith Aprilrose "April" Stuck of Avilla; a son, Jeffrey Stuck of California; two grandchildren, Tony (Melinda) Wagner and Katelynd Heuts; four great-grandchildren, Julia Binns, Genieve Heuts, Amy Heuts, and Lucille Wagner; and three sisters, Bonita Becher of Fremont, Mary Eldridge of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Georgia Lang of Beaver Creek, Ohio. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Betty Chapman and Virginia Calkins and a brother, Franklin G. Stuck. Funeral services will be Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at 7 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with Pastor Quent Zimmerman officiating. Private family burial will be on Thursday, December 14, 2017 in Lake View Cemetery, Kendallville. Calling is Wednesday, December 13, 2017 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
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Wayne Lee Temple, 67, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Saturday, February 24, 2018. Born in Anderson, Indiana, Wayne was the son of the late Herman and Mary Temple. Wayne earned his associates degree in accounting from IVY Tech and his bachelor's degree from Ball State in sales management and merchandising. He was a sales manager with Lance Snack Foods and Hostess for many years prior to his retirement in 2011. He was a member of Blackhawk Ministries, where he served as a greeter for over 20 years. Wayne loved the Lord. He enjoyed spending time with his god kids, nieces and nephews and doing community service for the Republican Party. Surviving are his wife Maretia "Marty" Temple of Fort Wayne; brother, Loren "Fred" Temple of Muncie; sisters, Shirley Rosinski of FL, Gloria Jean Temple of Muncie; step-children from a previous marriage, Billy, Cleveland, Eddie, and Elizabeth Grayson all of Muncie; god children, Lucas and Olivia Smith both of Muncie; many nieces and nephews; best friend of over 60 years, David Barker of Muncie; special sister-in-law, Darleen Lowman; special brother-in-law, David Turner; and pet cats, Skeeter and Sammy. Service is 11:00 am, Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at Blackhawk Ministries, 7400 East State Blvd with calling from 9:00 am until the service, Pastor Kevin Rivers officiating. Private entombment in Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Muncie, Indiana. Memorials may be made to SCAN. D.O. McComb and Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home are handling arrangements.
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Kathleen "Kathy" Ternet, 71, passed away February 25, 2018 at her home in Cape Coral, FL. Kathy was a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, IN and a graduate of Central Catholic High School in 1965. She worked at McJons and Seyfert's Foods prior to moving to Cape Coral, FL in 1997 where she worked at Hess Corp for 10 years before retiring. Surviving are her husband of 51 years, Dennis Ternet of Cape Coral, FL; 3 children, Kenneth Ternet of Cape Coral, FL, Denise (Troy) Tompkins of Fort Wayne, and Anthony (Elizabeth) Ternet of Fort Wayne: 6 grandchildren, Tyler (Claire Doak) Tompkins, Allison Tompkins, Kaylei Tompkins, Tristan Ternet, Ian Ternet, and Hannah Ternet; 3 great-grandchildren, Mia, Frances, and Oliver; brother, Martin (Diane) McNerney of Fort Wayne; and sister-in-law, Deborah Ternet of Tucson, AZ. Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents, James and Wanda McNerney nee Kirchner. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 am, Monday, March 5, 2018 at St. Peter Catholic Church, 518 E Dewald, Fort Wayne with calling one-half hour prior. Calling also at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne Sunday, March 4, 2018 from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm with a Rosary service at 6:00 pm. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to The American Cancer Society or Hope Health (at Home Hospice Services) 2430 Diplomat Pkwy E. Cape Coral, FL 33909.
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December 15, 1940 -- February 14, 2018
Wayne E. Troyer, 77, of Topeka, died at 6:50 am on Wednesday, February 14 at his residence. He was born on December 15, 1940 in Goshen, to Enos and Edna (Troyer) Troyer. On December 15, 1960 in Topeka he married Wilma Miller, she died October 9, 1965. On June 16, 1966 in Middlebury he married Erma Miller, she survives. Survivors in addition to his wife are five sons, Gary (Erma) Troyer of New Paris, Gerald (Marlene) Troyer of Shipshewana, Dennis (Leona) Troyer of Millersburg, Harley (Erma) Troyer of LaGrange, Wayne, Jr. (Irma) Troyer of Millersburg; four daughters, Lorene (Elvie) Miller of Millersburg, Linda (Matthew) Faulconer of Florence, OR, Carolyn (Gary) Yoder of Shipshewana, Mary (Dennis) Yoder of Topeka; 57 grandchildren, 47 great grandchildren; three brothers, Vernon (Ida Mae) Troyer of Goshen, Ray (Lorene) Troyer of LaGrange, Gerald (Elsie) Troyer of Shipshewana; brother-in-law, Levi (Esther) Yoder of Millersburg. He was preceded in death by his first wife; parents; sisters and brother-in-law, Mary Ellen and Eli Yutzy and a sister Pauline Yoder. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He worked at Jayco for 22 years and was self-employed with Troyer Air Tools for 18 years. Visitation will be after 1:00 pm on Thursday, February 15 and all day Friday, February 16 at the family residence, 8465 W. 500 South, Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Saturday, February 17, also at the family residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Vernon Yoder and the home ministers. Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka.
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Paul Eugene Underwood, 86, passed away Friday, February 16, 2018. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN on September 15, 1931, the son of the late Harry and Blanche Underwood. Paul was a 1953 graduate of Indiana University where he played baseball. He was voted most valuable player for the 1953 season and was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds. Rather than playing MLB, Paul served in the US Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1955. Paul was the Executive Vice President of N.B.D. Bank, formerly known as the People's Trust Bank. Paul was a member of St. Nicholas Eastern Orthodox Church. He also served as the President of the Central Lion's Club. Paul received the honor of being the 50 year "I" man at Indiana University. Surviving are his children; Dr. Steven (Sheila) Underwood, Thomas (Deborah) Underwood, John (Deb) Underwood, James (Ann) Underwood, and Paul M. Underwood; 9 grandchildren, Mary Margaret Jackson, Emily Underwood, Amy Stoffel, Kelly Underwood, Rachael Underwood, Raleigh Stoll, Sarah Underwood, Scott Underwood, and Taylor Underwood; 6 great-grandchildren; siblings, Nina (Bill) Hoover, and Janice (David) Irwin. He was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Victoria Underwood; great-grandchild, Gilbert Strader; siblings, Benjamin Underwood, Alice Moring Hageman, Mary Palmer, Charles Underwood, Hugh Underwood, Harry Underwood, and Lois Yoder. Funeral service will take place at 11AM on Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at St. Nicholas Eastern Orthodox Church, 3535 Crescent Ave., Fort Wayne, IN 46805, with calling 1 hour prior. Visitation will take place from 2-4 and 6-8 on Monday February 19, 2018 at D.O. McComb and Sons Covington Knolls Chapel, 8325 Covington Rd., Fort Wayne, IN 46804. Trisagion prayers will take place on Monday, February 19, 2018 at 7:30pm also at the funeral home. Entombment will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne, IN. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Nicholas Eastern Orthodox Church.
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Karen "Renee" Waller, 56, passed away Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018. She was born Oct. 4, 1961, in Fort Wayne. Celebration of Life is from 1 to 9 p.m., Saturday, March 3, 2018, at North Side Park Pavilion Two.
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June 8, 1923- February 24, 2018
Geraldine Warstler, 94, of Middlebury died suddenly on Saturday, February 24 while dining in Englewood, FL. She was born June 8, 1923 to Clarence and Wilma (Swartz) Varns. On November 25, 1948 in Middlebury she married Dean Warstler; he died August 27, 2013. Surviving are three daughters, Wanda (Ron) Miller of Goshen, Diane (Carl) Eash of Middlebury, Bonnie Warstler of Elkhart; five grandchildren, Joey (Nanette) Eash, Jaynie (Mike) Kirby, Nicholas (Michelle) Miller, Nathan (Cait) Miller, and Natalie Miller; four great grandchildren, Layne and Nolan Kirby, Tristan Miller, and Kirsten Miller and an additional great grandchild expected soon; three step great granddaughters, Kendall, Taylor, and Courtney Sharpe; sister Nancy (Goodrich) Simmons of Glendale, AZ. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband who was the love of her life. Gerry and Dean were co-owners of Varns & Hoover Hardware, Middlebury, since 1970 and she worked at the store for 30 years. She attended Wheaton College. As a lifetime member of First United Methodist Church in Middlebury, she served as a Sunday School Teacher for many years and was a member of UMW (United Methodist Women) now called SOS (Sisters Of Strength). They spent winters at The Plantation Golf & Country Club in Venice, FL since 1982. While there, they attended Christ United Methodist Church. She was active in the cookie ministry, Shawls of Prayer, and attended many Bible Study groups. She was also very involved with Bible Study Fellowship in Goshen for many years. In March, 1946, at the age of 21, Gerry was involved in a serious plane crash that nearly took her life. This event shaped her faith and determination. She treasured her life and lived life to the fullest to the very end when she took her last breath. She loved her Lord and Savior and began each day in prayer and devotion. She was a true prayer warrior. Gerry and her husband visited and helped many ill members in the community. Everyone was her friend. They were 1998 Summer Festival Parade Marshals and were the recipients of the Book of Golden Deeds Award in 2002. She volunteered with Meals on Wheels, Goshen General Hospital, and Good News Club. She taught crocheting to the children at the Boys and Girls Club in Middlebury where she was a faithful cookie baker. She enjoyed crocheting baby caps for the hospital and sewing pillow case dresses for third world country ministries. She was a member of Middlebury Home Extension Club for over 60 years. Gerry loved to travel and her passion was to be surrounded by family and friends. Her love for crocheting was apparent as her hands were never idle. She also loved to cook and entertain guests in their home. Visitation will be from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00pm on Friday, March 2 at First United Methodist Church of Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, March 3 also at the church. Services will be conducted by Pastor Ron Russell. Burial will be in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury. Memorials may be given to First United Methodist Church.
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James L. Williams, 71, passed away on January 31, 2018. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN on March 28, 1946, the son of the late Porter and Frances Williams. James was in the US Navy from 1963 to 1969. He worked at General Electric as a Specialty Transformer Coil Winder for 32 years until his retirement in 1997. Upon his retirement he became quite the cook and enjoyed having dinner ready and on the table. James also like dancing, and fishing. One of his most notable qualities was that he had an amazing memory. He enjoyed talking about his childhood and could name dates, times and address of places he use to delivery papers to on his paper route. Surviving are his loving wife of 51 years, Sandy Williams; children, Tamera Preston, Lori (Brian) Williams, Angela (Todd) Abke, and Jimmy (Tracy) Williams II; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; siblings, Jeff (Rene) Williams, John (Becky) Williams, Cheryl (Paul) Parker, and Pam Nuttles. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Jerry Williams, Jack Williams; sisters, June Vibbert and Jean Havener; brother-in-law, Jerry Nuttles; and his beloved dog, Pepper. Funeral service will take place at 10AM on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park, 1140 Lake Ave. Fort Wayne, IN 46805, with calling 1 hour prior. Visitation will take place from 2-7pm on Monday, February 5, 2018 also at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne, IN. Memorial contributions may be made to the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, or the American Cancer Society.
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October 1, 1943 -- February 11, 2018
Jon Michael Witmer, 74, of Middlebury, died at 7:40 pm on Sunday, February 11, at his residence as a result of cancer. He was born on October 1, 1943 in Elkhart County, to Ellis and Verda (Tyson) Witmer. On July 5, 1981 in Elkhart County he married Carol Brown; she survives. Survivors in addition to his wife are two daughters, Tina Marie Cooper-Viruez of Goshen, Teresa Ann Cooper-Grissom of Kalamazoo, MI; four granddaughters, Brittany, Jessica, Melissa and Gabrielle. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Charles and Merlin Witmer. Jon was a proud member of the American Legion Post 210 and two gun clubs, Elkhart Rifle and Pistol Club and the Edwardsburg Rifle and Pistol Club having served on the board for both for many years. He was proud of his service in the U.S. Army where he served as Procurement Officer and an assistant Army Chaplain. He was a longtime resident of Middlebury where he worked for Clarence Varns at Varns and Hoover Hardware for many years. He was a tool and Die Maker for most of his life and also a purchasing agent for Coachman Industries. He loved spending time with family and talking to people and joking around. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bristol. Visitation will be from 2:00 - 4:00 and6:00 - 8:00 pm Wednesday, February 14, and for one hour prior to the 10:30 am funeral service on Thursday, February 15, all at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury. Services will be conducted by Father Robert Van Kempen and Pastor Randy Schroeder with military honors by the American Legion Post 210. Burial will be in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury. Memorials may be given to Fire Fly or Great Lakes Hospice.
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Rilee J. Woodward was stillborn on Friday, February 2, 2017 at DeKalb Health in Auburn. He was born to Curt and Shawnae (Thacker) Woodward. Survivors include: His parents; Curt and Shawnae Woodward of Garrett. 2 brothers; Hendrix Woodward and Masson Woodward of Garrett. Private family services will be held. Memorials may be directed to the Woodward family to help with expenses.
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Barbara A. Wright, 78, passed away Monday, February 19, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Barbara was the daughter of the late Marion and Ruth Byall. She went to Jefferson Center Elementary School in Whitley County and graduated from North Side High School. She then graduated from Lutheran Hospital School of Radiology. She worked as a X-Ray Technician for Fort Wayne Developmental Center until her retirement. Barbara loved her Florida home where she had spent the last 10 years. A perfect day for her was being on the beach, crocheting, and going out to eat. Throughout the years Barbara enjoyed traveling and taking cruises. Surviving are her daughter, Lynda Warner of Fort Wayne; grandson, Jeremy Warner; granddaughter, Trisha (Cody) Money; great-grandchildren, Tristan and Nikkole Money; step-great-grandchildren, Cody Jr. and Kaleb Money; brother, Richard Byall of Fort Wayne; sister, Dedra "Deedee" (Jerry) Felger of Fort Wayne, along with many loving nieces and nephews. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Wright. Service is 11:00 am, Friday, February 23, 2018 at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road with calling one hour prior. Calling at the funeral home Thursday, February 22, 2018, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System.
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January 23, 1928 -- February 22, 2018
Edna Faye Yoder, 90, of Topeka died at 2:10 am on Thursday, February 22, at Miller's Merry Manor, LaGrange. She was born on January 23, 1928 in Chouteau, OK to Noah D. and Lizzie (Coblentz) Yoder. On November 25, 1986 in Chouteau, OK she married Levi M. Yoder; he died February 15, 2018. Surviving are two step-sons, Ervin L. Yoder of LaGrange and Alton L. (Iva) Yoder of Goshen; five step-daughters, Mary Alice (Danny) Raber of Ligonier, Viola Pauline (Elmer) Graber of Bloomfield, IA, Lydia Mae (Alvin) Miller of Goshen, Sue Ellen (Mervin) Hershberger of Topeka, and Ruth Ann (Jay) Wingard of Shipshewana; 47 step-grandchildren, 213 step-great grandchildren, 68 step-great great grandchildren; brother, Noah Yoder of Chouteau, OK; sister-in-law, Mary Yoder of Chouteau, OK. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; three sisters; three brothers; step-daughter-in-law, Ella Yoder; four step-grandchildren, five step-great grandchildren. She was a homemaker and a member of the Old Order Amish Church. Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 24, and all day Sunday, February 25, at the Lynn A. Miller residence, 6765 West 300 South Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Monday, February 26, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Ervin M. Miller and the home ministers. Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury is in charge of arrangements.
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April 6, 1920 -- February 15, 2018
Levi M. Yoder, 97, of Topeka died at 3:25 am on Thursday, February 15, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital. He was born on April 6, 1920 in LaGrange County to Menno J.S. and Emma E. (Christner) Yoder. On December 12, 1940 in LaGrange County he married Anna L. Schrock, she died October 9, 1984; then on November 25, 1986 in Chouteau, OK he married Edna Faye Yoder, she survives. Survivors in addition to his wife are two sons, Ervin L. Yoder of LaGrange and Alton L. (Iva) Yoder of Goshen; five daughters, Mary Alice (Danny) Raber of Ligonier, Viola Pauline (Elmer) Graber of Bloomfield, IA, Lydia Mae (Alvin) Miller of Goshen, Sue Ellen (Mervin) Hershberger of Topeka, Ruth Ann (Jay) Wingard of Shipshewana; 47 grandchildren, 213 great grandchildren, 68 great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife; four brothers; three step brothers; two sisters; a step sister; three grandchildren; three great grandchildren. Levi was a retired farmer and had worked at a sawmill for many years, he was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Friday, February 16, and all day Saturday, February 17, at the Lynn A. Miller residence, 6765 West 300 South Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Sunday, February 18, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Ervin Miller and the home ministers. Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury is in charge of arrangements.
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November 24, 1943 -- February 10, 2018
Truman Yoder, 74, of Kimmell, passed from this life to his eternal reward at 11:45 am, on Saturday, February 10, at his residence. He was born on November 24, 1943, in Three Rivers, MI, to George D. and Lena Marie (Helmuth) Yoder. Surviving is a daughter, Marsha Kay; two sons, Michael Hooley and Scott Yoder; several grandchildren; four sisters, Viola (Fred) Nissley, Clara (Marvin) Miller, Lulu (Mervin) Hochstetler, Georganna (Sol) Yoder; two brothers, Jerry (Rhoda) Yoder, Chris (Glenda) Yoder. He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Teresa Yoder. Truman was a gun collector and enjoyed fishing and remodeling houses. Visitation will be from 5:00 - 8:00 pm on Tuesday February 13, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Wednesday February 14, also at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home. Services will be conducted by Pastor John Yoder. Burial will be in Thomas Cemetery, Goshen.
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