Funeral services for Mrs. Louise M. Abdon, who died Monday in Marion County General Hospital will be held at 1 p.m. Friday in Flanner & Buchanan Fall Creek Mortuary. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Mrs. Abdon, 77 years old, a native of Lawrenceburg, had lived here about 20 years. Her home was at 4901 West 34th Street. She was a member of the Spanish-American War Veterans Auxiliary and attended St. Anthony Catholic Church.?? Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Luella Osting of Indianapolis; four sons, Raymond Abdon of Lawrenceburg; Leo Abdon of Aurora, Ind; Edward and Robert Abdon, both of Indianapolis; a sister, Mrs. Rose Johnson of Indianapolis, 20 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, IN; Wednesday, 2 March 1960, p 21
Contributed by Karen Zach

Indianapolis, Jan 12 - Shortly before 8 o'clock yesterday morning a Bee Line Engine struck Clay Adair, a seven-year-old boy and fatally injured him. The accident occurred on the Pendleton Road about three squares above the Massachusetts Avenue Depot. Kregelo's ambulance took the child home to 75 Louise Street.
Greencastle Banner and Times, Putnam County, Indiana; 14 Jan 1892, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Cheryl A. Adams, 62, passed away February 28, 2018 at Parkview Hospital Randallia in Fort Wayne. She was a native and lifetime resident of Fort Wayne, IN, Cheryl graduated from North Side High School. She worked at Autoliv Manufacturing for several years, Surviving are her sons, Christopher Duvall, Kelly Gibson, sisters, Gladys ( Steve) Davies, Robin (Robert) Griswald, Mary Adams, brother, Bob Adams, grandsons, Brian Martin and Kelly Gibson, Jr and several nieces and nephews. Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents Donald J and Lorena M. Adams, sisters, Barbara Payne, and Lois Adams. Service is 3:00 pm, Tuesday March 6, 2018 at- Mungovan Simple Funeral Home, 2114 South Calhoun Street with calling one hour prior. In lieu of flowers memorials to the family in care of Christopher Duvall.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 5, 2018

Greenfield, Ind. - Samuel B. Adams, 94 years old, retired railroader and former Greenfield resident, died yesterday in a nursing home near Fountaintown. Born in Harrison County, Mr. Adams resided most of his life at Greenfield and was employed 43 years by the Norfolk & Western Railroad. He was a member of the Methodist Church and Masonic Lodge. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in Pasco Memorial Mortuary. Burial will be in Park Cemetery. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Ora V. Julian of Indianapolis and Mrs. RC Jackson and Mrs. BH Bennett, both of California; four grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, IN; Wednesday, 2 March 1960, p 21
Contributed by Karen Zach

Hamilton - J. Alan Alexander, 73 of Hamilton died Wednesday March 28, 2018 at his home in Hamilton He was born in Portland, IN on December 24, 1944 to Fredrick Donald and Madonna (Freemyer) Alexander. He worked as a manager at Moore Business Forms in Angola for 35 years retiring in 2001. He also owned and operated The Feed Mill Restaurant in Edon, OH for 10 years. Al was a member of the Hamilton Church of Christ and Hamilton Fish and Game Club. He is survived by his wife, Rita (Payne) Alexander. They were married in Corbin, KY on August 10, 1990. Also surviving are 4 sons, Jeff (Janis) Alexander of Hamilton, Todd (Renee) Alexander of New Haven, Brian (Jenny) Alexander of Angola and Darrick Curtis of Fremont: 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and 3 sisters, Sonya Cameron, Ann (Phil) Vose and Lynn (Tony) Kaiser all of Butler, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents, a great granddaughter, Harper Koers and a brother Tommy Alexander. A Memorial service will be held Saturday April 7, 2018 at 5 PM at Hamilton Church of Christ in Hamilton. Pastor Tim McEntee will officiate. The family will receive friends 3 hours prior to the service from 2 to 5 Saturday at the church. Preferred memorials can be given in Al's name to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
Feller & Clark Funeral Home, DeKalb County, IN; March 29, 2018

Vivian V. Allan, 98, went to meet our Lord on March 25, 2018. Vivian is survived by her husband of 52 years, Rev. William J. Allan. She was a loving mother to her 4 children, Gary (Jean) Vail, Donna (Terry) Rine, Billie Parker and Tom (Nina) Allan. Vivian was proud of her 11 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren. She will be remembered for her loving and caring heart for family. She was slow to anger or criticize. And when she spoke, they were meaningful words that helped us through life's issues. She was filled with delightfully clever sayings and poems that made us smile. Her wonderful little songs will always be remembered. Her gentle soul tamed the wild birds and squirrels, being able to feed them directly out of her hand from her back porch. For many years, Vivian was a deaconess and librarian at Fort Wayne Baptist Church on Fairfield Ave. She was an avid reader and cross-word puzzle connoisseur. Service is 11:00 am, Friday, March 30, 2018 at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road with Dr. William A. Deans III officiating, with an hour of calling prior to the service. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 28, 2018

Glen E. Amstutz, 78, of Berne, IN, passed away at 10:38 AM on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at Bluffton Regional Medical Center in Bluffton, IN. He was born on Sunday, May 07, 1939, in Adams County, IN. to J. Levi and Mabel (Merriman) Amstutz. He married Jylain Ryf on Sunday, June 29, 1958 in Berne, IN. Glen served his country in the U.S. Navy from September 17, 1956 to April 29, 1960. He received his GED while in the service. He was a 4-H Horse & Pony leader in 1972. He was a lifetime member of GWRRA, and served as past Chapter Director, Newsletter editor, and Safety Director. He enjoyed touring the US on his Gold Wing, and wintering in Florida. His random sense of humor & joy in telling jokes was a great past time for him. Glen had worked at Dunbar Furniture, Automatic Sprinkler, Zurcher's Tires, Teeple Truck line, and retired from Consolidated Freightway in May 2001. Loving Survivors Include his Wife - Jylain (Ryf) Amstutz, Berne, IN, Son - Jeffrey Amstutz, Lake Panasoffkee, FL, Daughter - Cindy Amstutz, Geneva, IN, Grandchildren - April (Armstrong) Paladino, Rochester, NY, Gregrey Amstutz, Monroe, IN, Jesse Amstutz, Lake Panasoffkee, FL, Great Grandchildren - Ayrianna Amstutz, Brielle Amstutz, Brock Amstutz, Tessa Paladino, Charlie Paladino, and Brother - Joseph (Charlene) Amstutz, Berne, IN. He was preceded in death by his Father - J. Levi Amstutz, Mother - Mabel (Merriman) Amstutz, Grandchild - Steven Armstrong, and Brother - Robert Amstutz. Family and friends may gather to share and remember at Downing & Glancy Funeral Home, 100 N Washington Street, Geneva on Friday, March 16, 2018 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Arrangements are being handled by Downing & Glancy Funeral Home in Geneva.
Downing & Glancy Funeral Home, Adams County, IN; March 14, 2018

Monzelle "Bootie" Rose Amstutz, Age 91, passed away March 14, 2018, at Lutheran Life Villages on Coldwater Road in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Bootie was born April 12, 1926, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She married Dale E. Amstutz on December 21, 1947; he preceded her in death on March 16, 2005. A graduate of North Side High School, Bootie was Vice-President of the Amstutz Insurance Agency, a member of the First Presbyterian Church where she taught Sunday school and a Girl Scout leader for many years. She enjoyed her domestic and international travels as well as her time spent with family and friends. Survivors include son; John (Gail) Amstutz of Fort Wayne; daughter, Andrea of Fort Wayne and another daughter; grandsons; John Miller of San Francisco, California, Brett Miller of Chicago, Illinois, and Mark Snyder of Columbus, Ohio; three step-grandchildren; and four step-great grandchildren. Bootie is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sisters, Virginia Petzinger and Kay Byers. Service is 10 a.m. Saturday, March 24th, at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road, with calling one hour prior. Calling also from 5 to 8 p.m., March 23rd, at the funeral home. Burial in Lindenwood Cemetery. Memorials to Purdue University Center for Cancer Research, 201 S. University Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 19, 2018

George T. Anderson, age 81, of Auburn passed away on Sunday, March 11, 2018 at Miller's Merry Manor in Garrett. He was born in Auburn on July 20, 1936 to Lawrence and Elva (Cobler) Anderson. Mr. Anderson honorably served his country in the United States Army. He married Marlena Ann Duff on January 8, 1973 in Auburn. She preceded him in death on January 15, 2011. George worked for County Line Cheese in Auburn for 28 ½ years. He also worked for Sears for 4 ½ years and Wal-Mart for 8 years retiring in 2001. He was a member Lakewood Park Baptist Church where he served as an usher. He loved to bowl, liked to travel and he has routed for his favorite team the Chicago Cubs since the 1940's. Kay would like to extend a very special thank you to Miller's Merry Manor in Garrett and DeKalb Hospice for their special care. Survivors Include: His caretaker; Lana "Kay" Handshoe of Auburn. His beloved cat Lulu. He was preceded in death by his parents, his step-mother; Ruth Anderson, his wife; Marlena, one step-brother; Robert Widdecombe and step sister; Beryl Palumbo. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 15, 2018 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 South Center Street in Auburn. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at 3:00 PM the Feller and Clark Funeral Home in Auburn. Officiating the funeral service will be Pastor Tom Wilcoxson with The Church at Garrett. Burial will take place at Ginter Cemetery in Salt Lick, Kentucky. Memorial donations may be directed to the Feller and Clark Funeral Home to help with expenses.
Feller & Clark Funeral Home, DeKalb County, IN; March 13, 2018

Harold E. Apt, 75, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born in Logansport, IN, to the late Paul and Helen Apt. Harold was a Rates Specialist with USF/Holland Motor Express for 25 years, retiring in April 15, 2009 with over 40 total years in the trucking industry. He was a member and former trustee for Eagles #248; and a volunteer at the Allen County SPCA. Surviving are his loving wife of 54 years, Mary L Apt of Fort Wayne, IN; children, Trina (Mike) Greenwald of Fairmount, IN; Kenneth (Leda Joslin) Apt of Fort Wayne, IN; Eric (Michelle) Apt of Roanoke, IN; Tony (Stephanie) Apt of Fort Wayne, IN; brother, Norman (Sue) Apt of Monee, IL; twin sister, Carol Ott of Logansport, IN; sister, Judy (Nick) Fetchina of Lafayette, IN; 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandsons and 1 great-granddaughter. Service will be 10:00 AM Monday, March 19, 2018 at D.O McComb and Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, 6301 Fairfield Avenue with calling one hour prior. Calling also Sunday, March 18, 2018, from 2 - 4 & 6 - 8 pm at the funeral home. Burial Monday 2 pm at the Park Cemetery, Fairmont, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Allen county SPCA. The family has requested casual dress code.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 16, 2018

MRS HARRY ARMSTRONG DIES AFTER CHILDBIRTH - Young Mother Leaves Two Infant Children; Burial at Cedar Chapel.
Mrs. Alice M. Armstong, age 22, passed away at Sacred Heart hospital Thursday evening at 8:30 o'clock of convulsions following childbirth. Mrs. Armstrong was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles DePew of near New Era and was born on a farm near Cedar Chapel August 25, 1898. She was united in marriage to Harry Armstrong April 13, 1918. They moved to Garrett shortly after their marriage and made their home at 209 South Ijams street. Surviving besides the mother, father and husband are two children, Buford Dale, aged two years, and Phyllis Magdaline, born a few hours before her mother's death, and three brothers: Elmer of Fort Wayne; Isaiah, living near New Era and Clyde at home. She was a member of the Methodist church. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at the Cedar Chapel church the Rev. Dixon officiating. Burial was made at Cedar Chapel cemetery.
Garret Clipper, DeKalb County, IN; January 31, 1921
Contributed by Scott Bowmar

DORA L. GERIG BATDORF, 96, Anderson, died July 3. She was a house mother several years for Martin Hall at Anderson College. Previously, she was a teach seven years for Chesterfield and Franklin elementary schools. A 1959 graduate of Anderson College, she received its Alumni of the Year award in 1967. Memorial contributions may be made to the John and Dora Batdorf Memorial Scholarship Fund, in care of Anderson Theological Seminary. Services: 11 a.m. July 7 in Park Place Church of God, Anderson, of which she was a member. Calling: 6 to 8 p.m. July 6 in Rozelle-Johnson Funeral Service, Anderson, and from 10 a.m. July 7 in the church. Burial: East Maplewood Cemetery, Anderson. She was the widow of the Rev. John W. Batdorf. Survivors: children D. John W., Dr. Joseph T., David B. Batdorf, Elizabeth Royster; 20 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, IN; July 6, 2000
Contributed by Scott Bowmar

Charles D. Becker, 85, R. R. 2, Woodburn, died at 1:40 p.m. yesterday at the Lutheran Hospital, where he had been a patient four weeks. He was a retired farmer, Mr. Becker was born in Germany and came to Woodburn from Illinois in 1905. He was a member of the Woodburn Evangelical Mennonite Church. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Alma Hockstettler and Mrs. Edna Diemer, Pekin, Ill., Mrs. Laura Sutton, Fort Wayne, and Mrs. Amelia Vickery, Huntington; three sons, Emmanuel >, Fort Wayne, Alvin G. and Ervin C., Woodburn; 19 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; two brothers, John and Leonard, Woodburn; two half brothers, Valentine and Karl, of Germany; one sister, Mrs. Katie Stephan, Germany; two half sisters, Katherine and Lizzie Becker, Germany. The body is at the Schilb & Sons Funeral Home, Antwerp, Ohio, where friends may call after 6:30 p.m. today. The body will be taken to the Mennonite Church in Woodburn at noon Sunday and lie in state until services at 2:30 p.m. The Rev. Howard Landis will officiate and burial will be in Mennonite Cemetery, Woodburn.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, IN; March 16, 1957
Contributed by Scott Bowmar

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday for Mrs. Charles D. Becker, 81, who died at 6:30 a.m. Saturday at her home, one and one-half miles south of Woodburn, after a one week illness. She had lived in the Woodburn community for 46 years. Surviving are her husband, Charles D.; three sons, Emmanuel, Fort Wayne; Alvin, Woodburn and Ervin, Woodburn; four daughters, Mrs. Laura Sutton, Fort Wayne, Mrs. Alma Hostetler, Pekin, Ill.; Mrs. Amelia Vickery, Huntington, and Mrs. Edna Dimer, Groveland, Ill.; 19 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, and three brothers, Emmanuel Ehresman, of Fort Wayne, John Ehrasman, of Lafayette, and Gideon Ehresman, of Corunna, Calif. Friends may call at the residence after 10 a.m. today. Services will be held at the Woodburn Mennonite Church with the Rev. Charles Rupp, assisted by the Rev. Richard Diemer, officiating. Burial will be in the Woodburn Mennonite Cemetery. Schilb & Sons Funeral Home in Antwerp, O., is in charge.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, IN; October 7, 1951
Contributed by Scott Bowmar

Arthur J. Beeber Is Victim Of Heart Attack
Arthur James Beeber, 49, of 404 South Johnson street, Garrett, died suddenly of a heart attack Saturday at 5:50 p.m. at his home. He was a dining car steward on the B. & O. Capitol Limited. Mr. Beeber suffered a heart attack on Dec. 13 and was a patient from Mch. 7 To Mch. 27 in Lutheran hospital, Fort Wayne, for the heart condition. He appeared to be coming along fine at his home and he was expecting to return to work in a short time. Saturday he was upstairs in bed resting when he suddenly suffered the second and fatal heart attack. The body was taken to the McKee funeral home in Garrett, where final rites will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. Arthur Garrigus of the Auburn Church of Christ will officiate and burial will follow in Union cemetery, northwest of Garrett. Mr. Beeber was a lifelong resident of Garrett. He was born Jan. 21, 1906, at 311 Covell street, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edgar A. Beeber. He had resided at 404 South Johnson street for the past 11 years. He was married July 29, 1936, to Bertha VanDerbosch of Garrett. Surviving besides the widow are three children, Jack 17, Ronnie, 14, and Rebecca, 11, all at home; three brothers, Cleo of 318 South Johnson street, Garrett, and Clayton and Edgar of Willard, O.; and three sisters, Mrs. George Slater of 311 Covell street, Garrett, and Mrs. Clyde Spade and Mrs. Ed Welch of Auburn. Mr. Beeber was a member of the Garrett Church of Christ.
Garret Clipper, DeKalb County, IN; April 11, 1955
Contributed by Scott Bowmar

Henry L. Best, Jr. 36 years old, died yesterday in his home, 215 East 32nd Street.?? Born at Rock Island, Ill. Mr. Best lived here 25 years. He was an invalid most of his life. Mr. Best was a member of Broadway Methodist Church. Funeral arrangements are being made by Flanner & Buchanan Fall Creek Mortuary. Cremation will follow. Survivors include the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry (sic) L. Best of Indianapolis; two brothers, Stephen R. Best of St. Louis and David BH Best of Indianapolis and two sisters, Miss Patricia M. Best of Indianapolis and Mrs. Julanne Schmidt of Glen Ellyn, Ill.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, IN; Wednesday, 2 March 1960, p 21
Contributed by Karen Zach

DEBRA ANN THATCHER-BOWMAN, 44, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2013, at her home after a long battle with diabetes. Born in Van Wert, Ohio, Debra graduated from South Side High School, Fort Wayne. She was a member of Concordia Lutheran Church and worked at Concordia Elementary School while her children attended. She was very talented with crafts, loved to bake, and loved the Christmas season. She also enjoyed watching her favorite movies Gone With the Wind and Steel Magnolias. Above all else, she loved and adored her children and grandson. Surviving are her mother, Sandra A. Thatcher of Fort Wayne; sister, Chanda (William) Lichtsinn of Fort Wayne; daughters, Christen Thatcher, Lyndsey Bowman and Allison Bowman, all of Fort Wayne; son, Brandon Bowman of Fort Wayne; grandson, Liam Kaiser of Fort Wayne; and nephew, Steven (Nicole) Lichtsinn of Fort Wayne. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles R. Thatcher on Nov. 29, 2013; grandparents, Chalice and Jeanne Jerome, John and Gertrude Bagley, and Miles Thatcher. Service is 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 21, 2013, at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road, with calling from 9 to 11 a.m. The Rev. Douglas Croucher officiating. Burial in Concordia Cemetery Gardens, Fort Wayne. Memorials may be made to Turnstone or The Family c/o Sandra Thatcher. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.domccombandsons.com.
Journal Gazette, The (Allen County, IN) - Thursday, December 19, 2013
Contributed by Karin King

Valerie J. Brunger, 27, died Friday at Porter Memorial Hospital, Valparaiso. A native of Fort Wayne, she received the Outstanding Service award from Volunteer Connection in 1988. Surviving are her mother and stepfather, Gloria J. and James P. McCann of Westland, Mich.; her father and stepmother, Ronald N. and Janett Brunger of Garrett; four brothers, Keven M. Brunger of Pretoria, South Africa, Vincent A. Brunger and Damon E. Brunger, both of Fort Wayne, and Bradford D. Brunger of Euless, Texas; her grandmother, Esther Brunger of Oberlin, Ohio; and three stepbrothers, Shane Collins of Fort Wayne, Thomas A. McCann of La Mirada, Calif., and Brian P. McCann of St. Louis. Services at 2 p.m. Saturday at Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Road, with calling from noon until services. Burial in Concordia Cemetery Gardens. Memorials to Turnstone Center for Disabled Children and Adults or to Shriner's Crippled Children's Hospitals.
Journal Gazette, The (Allen County, IN) - Thursday, January 8, 1998
Contributed by Jim Cox

Martinsville, Ind., Feb 11 - Mrs. Eliza Burns, widow of the late AJ Burns, residing four miles east of this city, died yesterday aged about 70 years. Mrs. Burns and her husband were among the early settlers of Morgan County.
[Eliza Avery Burns was born on 26 Sept 1831 and died 10 Feb 1895; buried Sand Creek Cemetery]
Indianapolis Journal, Marion County, IN; Tuesday, 12 Feb 1895, p3
Contributed by Karen Zach

Charles E. "Chuck" Campbell, 62, of Kendallville died Monday, March 5, 2018, at his residence. He was born August 21, 1955, in Whitley County to Boyd and Lois Jean (Tipton) Campbell. His father preceded him in death. He last worked at the Murphy gas station at Wal-Mart in Kendallville. Mr. Campbell attended Zion Lutheran Church in DeKalb County. Chuck enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, playing darts, cards, and dominos. He loved being with his family, especially his nieces and nephews. Surviving are his mother, Lois Jean Kelly of Kendallville; three sisters, Rena (Jeff) Schumm of Kendallville, Barbara (Steven) Boyer of Waterloo, and Brenda (Dennis) Rickman of Garrett; two brothers, Michael Campbell of New Castle and Steve (Jackie) Stewart of Colorado; and a half-sister, Kim Barrick of Howe; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be Friday, March 9, 2018, at 7 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with Rev. Dr. Robert Shriner of St. John Lutheran Church in Kendallville officiating. There will be a gathering of friends on Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the Humane Society of Noble County or the Humane Society of DeKalb County.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, IN; March 5, 2018

Elzie Campbell, 91, of Albion and formerly of Wawaka died Saturday, March 24, 2018, at 3 p.m. at North Ridge Village in Albion. He was born January 29, 1927, in Cornettsville, Kentucky, to the late Culbert and Vera (Dixon) Campbell. As a young adult, Elzie moved to Detroit and worked several manufacturing jobs. Elzie also worked on the Alaskan Highway in 1951 and as a Merchant Marine, a part of the Coast Guard at the time. On September 12, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan, he married Letitia Adams. She preceded him in death on April 4, 2013, after 65 years of marriage. They moved to Noble County, in 1957 and lived there the remainder of their lives. Elzie worked for many years in the maintenance department for No-Sag Spring Company in Kendallville. Throughout his working years, Elzie received many awards and numerous accolades for manufacturing process innovations. Elzie was the ultimate handyman, building his own cement mixer, remodeling and making replacement windows for his home. It was rare for him to hire someone to do home projects. He was an avid reader, enjoyed ice fishing, camping, hunting, woodworking, as well as fly fishing and tying his own flies. Elzie volunteered to help remodel and build several local churches. He was quick to help family and friends with projects. Elzie was a Bible believer and was baptized in 2002 with his wife, Tish at Shiloh Baptist Church. He was a good provider, husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed. Surviving are a son, Michael (Karen) Campbell of Avilla; a daughter, Linda (Kevin) Davis of South Bend; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; a brother, Mearl Campbell of Cornettsville, Kentucky; and two sisters, Opal Harper of Kendallville, and Bernice Smith of Cornettsville, Kentucky. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Herman Campbell, Lloyd Campbell and Glenn Campbell; and a sister, Mildred Adams. Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 28, 2019, 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 Orange Cemetery, Rome City. Casket bearers will be Brian Campbell, Eric Campbell, Kevin Davis, II, Drew Davis, Derek Davis, Jacob Campbell and Dominic Campbell. Calling is Tuesday, March 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. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Parkview Noble Hospice.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, IN; March 26, 2018

Grandson of city couple killed in shooting mishap
Jerome Carey, 12, of 208 Gump Road, located north of Fort Wayne near Huntertown, a grandson of Mr. and Mrs. James Carey of Decatur, was accidentally shot to death by his 14-year-old brother Sunday morning in a field behind the 600 block of Gump Road. Jerome, son of Mr. and Ms. John Carey, died t 10:50 a.m. Sunday at Parkview memorial hospital from a shotgun wound to the chest. The gun accidentally discharged, it was reported. He was a seventh grade student at Huntertown elementary school, a member of the school basketball team, a member of Boy Scout Troop 55, Huntertown, and a member of the Little League. Jerome was a member of the St. Vincent's Catholic church. He was born in Fort Wayne on May 13, 1961. Surviving are his parents; three brothers, Jeffery, 14, Judson and James; and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Krock, Fort Wayne, and Mr. and Mrs. James Carey, Decatur. Funeral services will be held Thursday (time not determined as yet) at the St. Vincent's Catholic Church, with burial in the Catholic cemetery, Fort Wayne. Friends may call at the Tom Mungovan funeral home after 7 p.m. Tuesday.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN, Monday, Nov. 12, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Lois Cenko, 82, of Monroeville, Indiana passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at her residence. She was born on Sunday, May 5, 1935 in Allen County, Indiana the daughter of the late Henry "Hank" Bohnke and the late Edna (Hoffman) Bohnke. She married Joseph Cenko in 1955 in Crown Point, Indiana and he preceded her in death in 2003. Lois retired from Lincoln Financial Group in Fort Wayne. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Flatrock in Monroeville. Survivors include two sons, Joseph Cenko of Cheyenne, WY & Stephan (Heather) Cenko of Monroeville; three daughters, Helen (Greg) Butler of North Ogden, UT, Catherine Starrett of New Tazewell, TN, & Marie (Michael) Coomer of Hoagland; 11 grandchildren; & eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Keith Bohnke. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 19, 2018 at St. John Lutheran Church, Flatrock with Rev. Douglas Christian officiating. Interment will follow in the St. John Lutheran Cemetery, Flatrock. Friends will be received from 12 noon to 4 p.m., Sunday, March 18 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville and one hour prior to the service on Monday at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials are given to Beth Ann Hoffman Scholarship Fund or Jonathan Lane Hockemeyer Scholarship Fund through St. John Lutheran Church, Flatrock.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Adams County, IN; March 14, 2018

Monte Champ, age 63, of Dunkirk passed away Saturday March 3, 2018 at IU Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. He was born in Muncie June 29, 1954 the son of Ray and Edna Belle (Tinkle) Champ. He was married in 1975 to Sheila Lephart who survives. He had worked at Emar in Muncie. Surviving are his wife Sheila, one son Jeremy Champ (wife Rebecca) of Hartford City, one daughter Stephanie Champ of Jacksonville, Florida and two grandsons Brandon and Zachary. There will be no funeral services. Memorials can be made to the choice of the donor. Baird-Freeman Funeral Home are in charge of arrangements.
Baird-Freeman Funeral Home, Jay County, IN; March 5, 2018

Graveside services for John E. Cline, former Indianapolis resident who died Monday at Southern Pines, NC will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in Crown Hill Cemetery. Services at Southern Pine will be held Thursday. Mr. Cline, 58 years old, was the son of the late Edward L. Cline, owner of telephone companies at Madison and LaPorte. John Cline was vice president and general manager of the United Telephone Companies at Southern Pines before retirement last year. He lived in Indianapolis during his youth. Survivors include the widow, Mrs. Iro Cline; a son, Robert E. Cline, a student at Durham University; a brother, Ralph Cline of Hollywood, Fla; a sister, Mrs. Helen C. McFadden of North Miami Beach, Fla and his stepmother, Mrs. Edward L. Cline of Indianapolis.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, IN; Wednesday, 2 March 1960, p 21
Contributed by Karen Zach

Norman (Pat) Davis, 62 years old, 1940 North Talbot Avenue, died yesterday in Methodist Hospital.?? Mr. Davis, a native of Quincy, Ill had lived here about 30 years. A meat cutter for the Kroger Company 18 years, he was a member of the North Methodist Church and Meat Cutters Union.?? Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Flanner & Buchanan Fall Creek Mortuary.?? Cremation will follow. Survivors include the widow, Mrs. Mary E. Davis and two sisters, Mrs. Gertrude Simpson of Hannibal, Mo. and Mrs. Carrie Travis of Kansas City, Mo.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, IN; Wednesday, 2 March 1960, p 21
Contributed by Karen Zach

Aunt of two city residents dies
Mrs. Josephine Blauvelt Dean of Toledo, the aunt of two Decatur residents, died Monday evening at a Toledo hospital. Survivors include her husband, Thomas, three sons, Richard Weaver, Tampa, Fla.; Robert and Joseph Weaver, of Detroit, Mich.; three brothers, M. Orley and Carl Blauvelt of Fort Wayne, and one sister, Mrs. Bertha Manter, of Fort Wayne. Two nieces reside in Decatur, Mrs. Lawrence E. Beal and Mrs. James Murphy. Mrs. Dean was the sister of the late Mrs. William Schumacker. Funeral services will be held today in Toledo.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN , Thursday, Nov. 8, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Rites are Friday for Mr. Doehrman
Funeral services for Gerhard G. Doehrman, 67, of route 2, Fremont, who died Tuesday will be held at 1 p.m. Friday in Chalfant-Perry-Klaehn funeral home, Fort Wayne. Mr. Doehrman, a native of Adams county, died at 4 a.m. Tuesday in Angola hospital following a brief illness. A former resident of Fort Wayne, Mr. Doehrman worked as a sales representative for the Marathon Oil Co. for 36 years before retiring. He also was a member of the Shrine Horse Patrol. Survivors include his wife, Alice; a son, Eldon L. Phoenix, Ariz.; a daughter, Mrs. Bonnie Dommer, New Haven; three brothers, Art and Ralph, Fort Wayne, and Rudy, West Palm Beach, Fla.; and three sisters, Mrs. Luella Guy, Fort Wayne, Mrs. Hilda Bauermeister, Ossian, and Mrs. Dora Fleming, El Jobean, Fla. Friends may call at the funeral home today. Preferred memorials are gifts to the Allen county Cancer Society and the Shrine Crippled Children's hospital. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. A Masonic service will be held at 7:30 p.m. today.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN, Thursday, Nov. 1, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Martha R. Dunn, 81, of Kendallville died Sunday, March 11, 2018, at her residence. She was born October 12, 1936, in Rushville to David B. and Ruby Louise (Merrill) Palmer. On September 1, 1953, in Rushville she married William B. "Bill" Dunn. He preceded her in death on May 8, 2005. Mrs. Dunn moved to this area in 1987, coming from Rushville. She had worked at Richards Restaurant and Sharon's Breakfast House, both in Kendallville. Surviving are four daughters, Priscilla Rose of Connersville, Reba Louise Hays of Kendallville, Beverly (Joe) Ritchie of Rome City, and Pamela Horn of Lansing, Michigan; two sons, Benjamin "Ben" Dunn of Kendallville and Randy (Stephanie Bell) Dunn of Kendallville; 11 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by two daughters, Martha Jo Fortmeyer and Billie Jean Dunn; a son, William C. Dunn; a brother, David E. Palmer; a half-sister, Ethel Shelton; four half-brothers, Edward Warfield, Irvin Warfield, Emory Warfield, and Jesse "Junior" Warfield; and a granddaughter, Misty Dawn Rose. Funeral services will be Thursday, March 15, 2018, at 11 a.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with Pastor Scotty Ritchie of Grace Christian Church in Kendallville officiating. Burial will be in Lake View Cemetery. Casketbearers will be Billy Sorrell, Mel Kirk, Chuck Salle, Kevin Robinson, Robert Hays, Carter Sorrell, Joey Sorrell, and Zach Knight. Calling is Wednesday, March 14, 2018, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Thursday. Preferred memorials are to Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, IN; March 12, 2018

April 28, 1927 -- March 6, 2018
James Ebersol, 90, of Middlebury, died at 7:05 pm on Tuesday, March 6, at Center for Hospice Care, Elkhart. He was born on April 28, 1927 in Henlock to Menno and Faye (Stutzman) Ebersol. On June 28, 1953 he married Doris Miller, she survives. Survivors in addition to his wife are three sons, James (Cindy) Ebersol of Mishawaka, Timothy (Shelley) Ebersol of Niles, MI, Steven (Darcy) Ebersol of Middlebury; two daughters, Brenda (Michael King) Ebersol of Sturgis, MI, Janet (Chuck VanCamp) Crook of Elkhart; 16 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Helen Pullen, Carmen Lehman and Mary Michelen. Jim had worked as a realtor in Goshen for Carl Lehman Reality. He was a member of Faith Methodist Church, Bristol and enjoyed traveling, bird watching, cutting wood and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He always looked forward to seeing his granddaughter pass by his house daily on her bus route. Visitation will be from 1:00 - 5:00 pm on Sunday March 11, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street, Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Monday, March 12, also at the funeral home. Services will be conducted by Pastor John Hogsett. Entombment will be in Rice Cemetery, Elkhart. Memorials may be given to the funeral home for expenses.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, IN; March 7, 2018

Mabel Marie (Miller) Ellis, 86, of Avilla and formerly of Ashley died Tuesday, March 6, 2018, at 10:28 p.m. at Parkview Noble Hospital, Kendallville. She was born February 11, 1932, in Albion to Carl John and Hazel Alberta (Finney) Miller. On November 9, 1946, in Clayton, Missouri, she married Arthur Junior Ellis. She was a homemaker and babysitter. Mrs. Ellis was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Kendallville. Surviving are five daughters, Donna (David) Koehlinger of Fort Wayne, Beverly Lankford of Kendallville, Dianna Buss of Waterloo, Sharon Ellis of Fort Wayne, and Jeanine Bender of Auburn; two sons, James (Donna) Ellis of Antwerp, Ohio, and Brian (Nadya) Ellis of Brooklyn, New York; 14 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a half-brother, William Russell Gravatt; a son, Robert Ellis; a daughter, Karen Ellis; two sons-in-law, Ronald Lankford and Scott Bender; and a daughter-in-law, Nancy Ellis. A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, March 17, 2018, at 1:30 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day-Saints, 1901 Dowling Street, Kendallville. Burial will be at the Avilla Cemetery at a later date. The family will receive friends from 1 to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday at the church. Young Family Funeral Home, Hudson-Ashley Chapel, 612 North Main Street, Hudson is assisting the family with arrangements.
Young Family Funeral Home, Steuben County, IN; March 10, 2018

Shirley A. Emerson, 79, passed away Monday, March 26, 2018. Born in Huntington, Indiana, Shirley was the daughter of the late Howard and Julia (Shickedanz) Helvie. Shirley enjoyed crochet, needle point, Indian history, and watching wrestling. Surviving are her son, Robert (Carol) Whitt of Port Charlotte, FL; 3 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Calling at Mungovan & Sons Memorial Chapel, 2114 South Calhoun Street Monday, April 2, 2018, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Memorials may be made to the Miller's Merry Manor.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 30, 2018

Marian Maxine Eminger, 96, of Kendallville died Thursday, March 1, 2018, at 11:26 a.m. at her residence. She was born August 30, 1921, in Parke County to Cecil and Anna Loreen (Warner) Morgan. On October 7, 1950, in Fort Wayne she married Gerald C. "Buck" Eminger. He preceded her in death. She moved to this area in 1947, coming from Crawfordsville. Mrs. Eminger had worked at the Trenton Garment Factory in Kendallville and the Kendallville High School cafeteria. Maxine enjoyed crocheting, knitting, searching for antiques, and playing BINGO. Surviving are a daughter, Bronwyn Eminger of Kendallville; two sons, Brent (Nannie) Eminger of Kendallville and Brian Eminger of Albion; six grandchildren, Aaron (Ann Foley) Eminger of Burkley, California, Lael (Les) Ramer of Leo, Tyson Andrew Eminger of Albion, Devon Eminger of Kendallville, Rachel Rhoades of Kendallville, and Richard Matthew Rhoades of Kendallville; 13 great-grandchildren, McKenzie Minks, Kailey Brianna Eminger, Zoe Ramer, Emily Minks, Olivia Ramer, Natalie Minks, Quinn Ramer, Zoey Davis, Gage Godsey, Rylie Osbun, Taylor Slone, Caleb Perkins, and Layna Godsey. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Betty Devitt and Dorothy Breedlove; three brothers, John Morgan, Clayton Morgan, and Carroll Dean Morgan; a granddaughter, Kier Nicole Eminger; and two great-grandsons, Brice Lee Eminger and Ralph Slone. Funeral services will be Monday, March 5, 2018, at 2 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with the Rev. Ken Weaver, Chaplain for Parkview Noble Hospice officiating. Burial will be in Lake View Cemetery, Kendallville. Calling is Monday from 12 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to Parkview Noble Hospice.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, IN; March 2, 2018

Son of former county resident killed in mishap
David Ensign, 16, of Sherwood, O., son of a former Adams county resident, Mrs. Joyce (Teeple) Ensign, and grandson of Mrs. Bernita Teeple, of route 3, Decatur, was killed in a car-truck accident Saturday evening on U.S. 6 and Ohio 191 near Bryan, O. Also killed in the accident was Donald A. Nailor, 15, of Evansport, O. Both victims were dead on arrival at Cameron hospital, Bryan. The Ensign boy was a sophomore at Fairview high school and a member of the St. Stephen Catholic Church, Delaware Bend. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. EDT Tuesday in the church, with burial in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Greenisen funeral home, Sherwood, after 2 p.m. today, with prayer service there at 8 p.m. tonight. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Loren P. Ensign (His other is the former Joyce Teeple); three sisters, Mrs. John Cost, of Delaware, O.; and Mrs. Kenneth Reinhart and Karen C. Ensign, both of Sherwood; a brother, Kevin M. of Sherwood; and his grandparents, Mrs. Nelda Hall, Hillsdale, Michigan and Mrs. Bernita Teeple, of route 3, Decatur. His grandfather was the late David H. Teeple.
[Buried Saint Stephens New Catholic Cem., The Bend, Defiance County, Ohio; born March 3, 1957]
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Monday, Oct. 22, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

William "Bill" Eshcoff passed away peacefully on March 5th, 2018 after a wonderful life of 92 years. He was born on November 13th, 1925 to the late Vasil and Olga (Paliganoff) Eshcoff in Fort Wayne. He wedded his wife Norma (Geerken) of nearly 70 years; had three sons - John, Jim and Tom; and was a wonderful Dedo to four grandchildren. Bill graduated from Central High School in 1944 and was a proud part of the state championship track team that competed and won the title with only 4 team members. He honorably served in the army in World War II in the European theatre. He followed his family legacy in the restaurant business, as his father was one of the founders of Coney Island restaurant Ft. Wayne, and owned and operated several Coney King Restaurants in the Fort Wayne area over the years. He was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church. He was an avid golfer and participated in the Ft. Wayne City tournament up until his early 70's. He was very proud of his Macedonian heritage. His greatest passion though was his family. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, John; brothers, John and Robert; sisters and brothers-in-law, Luba & Cyril Christoff and Helen & Russell Choka; and nephew, Michael Choka. He is survived by wife, Norma; sons, Jim (Susan) and Tom; grandchildren, Christie (David Chambers), John, Katrina (Blake Mathis), and Nicholas; 4 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Natka Eshcoff; and nieces and nephews. Funeral service is 4 p.m. Sunday, March 11, 2018, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, with visitation beginning at 2 p.m. until time of service. Private burial at Lindenwood Cemetery. Arrangements by D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 7, 2018

Kathryn W. Ewald, 97, passed away Monday, March 26, 2018 at Lutheran Life Villages in Fort Wayne. Born in Anderson, IN, Kathryn was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and will be greatly missed. She enjoyed crafting, crocheting, sewing and cooking. Surviving are her three daughters, Marsha Weikel, Mary Beth (Wendell) Schweyer, and Jill Bruns all of Fort Wayne, IN; 7 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great grandchildren. Kathryn was preceded in death by father, Ed Walker; mother, Nell Walker; husband, C. Gene Ewald; and brother, Jack Walker. Service is 1:00 pm, Saturday, April 7, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road with calling from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne. Memorials may be made to the Shriner Children's Hospital.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 27, 2018

Robert L. "Bob" Faulkner, age 81, of Ossian, passed away Tuesday morning, Feb. 9, 2016, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born on July 30, 1934, in Fort Wayne, IN, to Joseph T. Faulkner Sr. and Hermina Habegger Faulkner; Bob married Anne M. Seibert in Aschaffenburg, Germany, on Jan. 3, 1959; she survives. Bob attended South Side High School in Fort Wayne and then served in the US Army from 1956 until 1959. He worked for Seyfert Potato Chip Company in Fort Wayne for 28 years and was a past member of the Lions Club. He was also a member of the Bluffton American Legion Post 111 and enjoyed spending time with his family. In addition to his wife, Bob is survived by a daughter, Bethany S. Freiburger of Ossian; a granddaughter, Lindsay (Brandon) Bushee; a grandson, Mark (Joelle) Freiburger; two great-grandsons, Gunnar and Gage Bushee; two great-granddaughters, Cora and Kitt Freiburger; and two sisters, Margie Conrad of Columbus, OH, and Sharon Bower of Ft. Wayne. Aside from his parents, Bob was also preceded in death by a son-in-law, Thomas A. Freiburger Jr.; three brothers, Joseph T. Faulkner Jr., Dick Faulkner, and Warren Faulkner; and an infant sister, Annagale Faulkner. Visitation will be Friday, Feb. 12, 2016, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at Goodwin - Cale & Harnish Memorial Chapel in Bluffton. Services will be held Saturday morning, at 11:00 AM, at the funeral home, with one hour of visitation prior to the service. Burial will be at Prairie Grove Cemetery in Waynedale. Military Graveside Rites will be performed by the US Army Honor Guard in conjunction with the Bluffton American Legion Post 111. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bluffton American Legion Post 111.
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Contributed by Shary Mullins Simpson

Marilyn Felger, 81, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at Lutheran Life Village Pine Valley. Born on May 29, 1936 in Allen County, she was a daughter of William and Emma (Roehrs) Benzinger. She spent her formative years near Hoagland. She graduated from Ravenscroft Beauty School. She was married on July 10, 1960 to Delmar Felger. She owned and operated Marilyn's Beauty Shop for over 45 years. Marilyn was a long-time member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Lake Township and was active in many roles. She enjoyed her family the most and cherished spending time with her grandchildren. Marilyn is survived by her husband of 57 years, Delmar Felger of Fort Wayne; a daughter, Janet McQuain of Fort Wayne; a son, Kevin (Linda) Felger of Huntertown; three sisters, Gertrude Savage, Mildred Nagle and Doris Holmes; three grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, Gerhardt Benzinger, Elmer Benzinger, Richard Benzinger and Harold Benzinger; three sisters, Elsie Kiefer, Ruth Gross and Helen Baumgarte. Calling will take place at St. John's Lutheran, Lake Township on Monday, March 26, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Calling also one hour prior to the service on Tuesday. Services will begin at 11:00 AM, at St. John's Lutheran, Lake Township on March 27, 2018. Burial will follow at Eel River Cemetery, Allen County. In lieu of flowers please make memorials to Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home or St. John's Lutheran Church Lake Township.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, IN; March 22, 2018

John M. Finerty, inventor of the cotton picker and other inventions, [died] at Washington, Indiana,aged 74. He was a native of Ireland.
Greencastle Banner and Times, Putnam County, Indiana; 14 Jan 1892, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Harry W. Francies II, 66, passed away Friday, March 16, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Harry worked as a mechanic with 3 Rivers Barricade for over 20 years. Harry proudly served his country as a member of the US Army retiring as a CWO3 after 20 years of service. He was a member of the Adams County Horseshoe League for 20 years. Surviving are his wife, Lucy Francies; daughter, Christine Francies; son, Harry W. Francies III all of Fort Wayne; his siblings, Connie (Dennis) Smith, Rebecca (David) Preston, and Lynn Ticen. Harry was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Viola Francies; and his sister, Sandra Williams. Service is 11:00 am, Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave with calling one hour prior. Calling also Tuesday, March 27, 2018 from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the DNR Sportsmen's Benevolence Fund.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 16, 2018

Garrett - James E. (Rev Joe) Freeman, 91 of Garrett died Tuesday March 20, 2018 at DeKalb Health in Auburn. He was born in Wise County, VA on October 17, 1926 to Rev Gordon and Martha Ellen (Bateman) Freeman. Joe loved his Country and proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy during WWII. He was a gifted songwriter, singer and musician and served as Pastor to the Freedom to Worship Church in Altona. He had a great since of humor and was an avid Cubs fan, Colts fan and enjoyed fishing and bowling. Joe loved his wife Lois (whom he affectionately called his Angel), family, friends and his church family very much and will be missed by all that knew him. He married Lois Ramsey on April 24, 1990 in Auburn and she survives in Garrett. Also surviving are5 sons and a daughter, Dustin Ramsey of Auburn, James (Annette) Freeman of Wise County, VA, Michael Steven (Roxanne) Freeman of Tenn., Richard (Gwen) Freeman of Tenn., Jeffrey Freeman of Georgia and Lora Lee (Don) Abate of Tenn.;11 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter; 2 sisters, Jeanette Cooke and Doris (Tommy) Wells both of Tenn.; Brothers and sisters in laws; Elaine Freeman, Norma Freeman and Edna Freeman all of Ohio and Harold (Barb) Ramsey and Ken Ramsey both of Auburn; many nieces nephews and his little dog Lucky. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son Damon Joseph Freeman, daughter Teresa Gail Freeman, ex-wife June Freeman, 5 brothers, Ruford, Ralph, Darrell, Paul and Barney Freeman, a sister, Christine Starnes, 2 brother in laws, Jay Starnes and Hubert Cooke and 2 sister in laws, Norma Freeman and Wilma Freeman. Services will be 4 PM Saturday March 24, 2018 at Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 Center Street, Auburn, IN with Rev. Darrell Brandonburg officiating. Burial will take place at a later date in Roselawn Cemetery in Auburn. Calling is 3 hours prior to the service from 1 to 4 PM at the funeral home Saturday. Memorials can be given to the family c/o Lois Freeman.
Feller & Clark Funeral Home, DeKalb County, IN; March 22, 2018

MRS. FRISINGER TAKEN BY DEATH - Wren Woman Dies at Age of 92; Funeral on Sunday
Mrs. Sarah Frisinger, 92, known by many persons in the west part of Van Wert County as "Aunt Sade", died Thursday afternoon at her home in Wren. A dislocated shoulder and other injuries received in a fall at her home weeks ago indirectly caused her death. Mrs. Frisinger, who had resided all her lifetime in the Willshire district was born March 10, 1847 near Pleasant Mills, Ind. She was the last survivor of a family of 14 children of Mr. and Mrs. Ardella Carter. She was a member of the Liberal United Brethren Church at Wren. Surviving are two sons, Harvey Brittson of Wren and Clark Frisinger of Willshire Township; a daughter, Mrs. W. F. Bowers of Wren; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services in charge of the Cowan & Son Funeral Home will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Wren Liberal U. B. Church, conducted by Rev. Swenson assisted by Rev. V. I. Sullivan of Van Wert. Interment will be in the Wren cemetery.
Daily Times Bulletin, Van Wert County, Ohio; Friday, February 16, 1940
Collection: Ohio Deaths 1908-1953
Name: Sarah Frisinger; Death date: 15 Feb 1940; Death place: Wren, Van Wert, Ohio; Birth date: 10 Mar 1847; Birth place: Indiana; Gender: Female; Marital status: Widow; Occupation: Housewife; Burial date: Feb 18 1940; Burial place: Wren, Van Wert County, Ohio; Cemetery name: Wren Cemetery; Spouse name: David Frisinger; Father name: Ardalssis Carter b. "Via" (Virginia?); Mother name: Hannah Gulick b. Indiana; Informant Harvey Brittson of Wren, Ohio GSU film number: 2023829; Digital GS number: 4035624; Image number: 2815; Reference number: fn 13904
Contributed by Karin King

ELLANOR S. FUCHS, 84, died Thursday at Lutheran Home. Born in Orchard, Neb., she was a homemaker. Surviving are four daughters, Carolyn Harvey and Mary Fuchs, both of Fort Wayne, Edith Cheoros of Long Beach, Calif., and Judith Hartung of Manchester, Mo.; three sisters, Ruth Reynolds of Stow, Ohio, Esther Mosel of Ossian and Lois Koehlinger of Lake Gage; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Her husband, the Rev. Louis J., died in 1974. Services at 2 p.m. Monday at Lutheran Home Chapel, 6701 S. Anthony Blvd. Calling one hour before services. Calling also from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road. Burial in Concordia Cemetery Gardens. Memorials to Bethesda Lutheran Home, Lutheran Home Chapel or Trinity Lutheran Church.
Journal Gazette, The (Allen County, IN) - Saturday, November 4, 2000
Contributed by Jim Cox

O. Dwight Gallimore, 86, of Kendallville died Wednesday, March 28, 2018, at 10:48 a.m. at Parkview Noble Hospital, Kendallville. He was born April 1, 1931, in Muncie to Chet and Hazel (Thomas) Gallimore. His family moved to Fort Wayne at an early age, where he graduated from Northside High School. He earned his bachelor's degree from IU-PU in Fort Wayne. He honorably served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. At the age of 20, he moved to Pretty Lake and lived there until moving to Kendallville in 1971. On August 26, 1972, in Kendallville he married Sandra A. "Sandy" Butler. Mr. Gallimore was a contractor and owned and operated Gallimore Associates in Kendallville. He retired as Captain with the Noble County Sheriff Reserves, and served as a director of the National Wildlife Federation for many years. Dwight enjoyed Komet hockey, hunting, fishing, woodworking, and collecting antiques. He dearly loved meeting with his friends at the Pizza Hut in Kendallville on Wednesday's at 11 a.m., always arriving early to save their seats. Surviving are his wife, Sandy Gallimore of Kendallville; two daughters, Lisa Prough of Wolcottville and Joni (Dave) Sible of Kendallville; two sons, Scott Gallimore of Miami, Florida, and Dave Hornett of Alaska; eight grandchildren, Heather (Robin) Snidle, Ethan (Amanda) Prough, Logan Prough, Mallori Gallimore, Jordan Sible, Conner Gallimore, Amanda Prough, and Brooke Gallimore; five great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chet and Hazel Gallimore; a grandson, Damon Hornett, and Lisa's mother, Barb Carcione. Visitation will be Saturday, March 31, 2018, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville. Graveside services will follow at Sweet Cemetery with Rev. Steven Bahrt of Faith United Methodist Church in Kendallville officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Mallori Gallimore, Conner Gallimore, and Brooke Gallimore. Active pallbearers will be Heather Snidle, Ethan Prough, Logan Prough, Jordan Sible, Amanda Prough, and Kenton Getz.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, IN; March 29, 2018

Rites are held for Edward Gay
Funeral services were conducted at Van Wert (O.) this afternoon for Edward Gay Jr., 49, of Van Wert who died Monday morning at Parkview hospital in Fort Wayne of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig disease). He was a native of Decatur. Mr. Gay had been in failing health for one and one-half years. He was born Aug. 29, 1924 in Decatur, the son of the late Edward and Ada Wisener-Gay and is survived by his mother who resides in Van Wert. Mr. Gay was married Feb. 29, 1947 [sic] to the former Maxine Gorsuch who also survives. Mr. Gay had been employed at International Harvester in Fort Wayne since 1959. He previously had been employed by Carl Wright, Inc., for seven years and served in the United States Navy from April 1944 to April 1946. Other survivors include his children, Leslie Anne, at home, Thomas Edward of Chicago, and Mrs. Jack (Patricia) Mitchell of Woodburn; a brother, Carl of Convoy; three sisters, Mrs. Clyde (Opal) Bloomfield and Mrs. Pearl (Maggie) Lane of Van Wert; and Mrs. Herman (Patricia) Lyons of Pleasant Mills; and several cousins in the Decatur area. A sister preceded him in death. Funeral arrangements were completed by Alspach Funeral Home in Van Wert, with the Rev. Albert Straley officiating. Burial followed in Ridge Cemetery.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Wednesday, Nov. 14, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Father of area residents dies
The father of five Adams county residents, Paul LaVern Grover, was pronounced death on arrival early Wednesday morning at Ball memorial hospital in Muncie. Grover, 65, was a restaurant operator in Redkey. He was born September 7, 1908 in Wells county to Frank and Millie Grover and was married to Agnes Ruse, who died December 12, 1956. He was a member of the Buckeye Christian church and the Loyal Order of Moose. Surviving him are four daughters-Mrs. Gene (Sharon) Breininger of Paulding, Ohio; Mrs. Carol Sue Runkel of Geneva; and Andrea Jean Grover and Mollie Christian Grover, both of route 1, Berne; one stepson, Mitchell J. Stookey of route 1, Berne; and two sons-Herbert E. of route 1, of Liberty Center and Timothy K. of route 1, Berne. Also surviving are two sisters-Mrs. Lewis Slack of Tucson, Arizona and Mrs. Chester Wright of Fort Wayne; a brother, Claude, of Petroleum; and seven grandchildren. Services at 2 p.m. Friday and burial was in the Woodlawn cemetery at Warren.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Saturday, Oct. 6, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Annie P. Gumm, 81, of Decatur, Indiana passed away Friday, March 16, 2018 at her residence following an extended illness. She was born on Tuesday, June 16, 1936 in Glasgow, Kentucky the daughter of the late Jack R. Ogden and the late Violet C. (Bunch) Ogden. She married Eugene R. Gumm on December 24, 1955 & he preceded her in death on March 17, 1996. She was a homemaker, along with her husband Eugene they were small time pork producers for over 20 years. Annie had a special relationship with son-in-law Steve Miller. She was a collector of Elvis memorabilia and had an awesome "pig collection". Survivors include son, Michael E. Gumm of Decatur; son, Dennis R. Gumm of Harlan, IA & his son & grandson, Lucas Gumm of Berne & Chance Gumm; daughter, Beverly D. (Steve) Gumm-Miller of Monroe & her daughter & grandsons, Nicole Patch of Decatur & Isaiah Miler, Devin, Zachary, & Elijah Conn & their father, Jef Conn of Greenwood, IN; Bev's son, William Spencer (Faith) Patch of Decatur & their soon to be daughter, & Steve's daughter & grandsons, Samantha Miller of New Haven & Alex & Jordan Miller; sister, Nan Stilts of Glasgow, KY; godson, Jerry Heller of Fort Wayne; & caregiver, Yolanda Bauman of Decatur. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Nellie Syree & Jewell Ashley and brother, Orville Ogden. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home in Decatur. Interment will follow in the Covington Memorial Gardens in Fort Wayne. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 & 5 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, March 20 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home in Decatur & two hours prior to the service on Wednesday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to Decatur Callithumpian Committee or Bellmont High School Band.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Adams County, IN; March 16, 2018

Funeral services for Mrs. Ruby Hanneman, 51 years old, Avon, will be held at 2:30 p.m. today in Moore & Kirk Ben Davis Chapel. Burial will be in Floral Park Cemetery. Mrs. Hanneman died Sunday in May Clinic at Rochester, Minn. She was born at Kalkaska, Mich., and had lied in the Indianapolis area 21 years. She was active in Girl Scout and 4-H Club work most of her life. Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Jackie Young, Mrs. Joan Higgins, both of Indianapolis; Mrs. Jane Neely of Hazelwood, Ind., and Miss Judy Hanneman near Indianapolis; a brother, Eldred Root of Garden Grove, Cal; two sisters, Mrs. Beulah Scott of Ontario, Canada and Mrs. Rose Todd of Linden, Mich. and seven grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, IN; Wednesday, 2 March 1960, p 21
Contributed by Karen Zach

Caroline Harshman dies at hospital
Mrs. Caroline E. Harshman, 75, of Pleasant Mills, widow of Gilbert R. Harshman, died at 2:30 a.m. today at the Adams county memorial hospital, where she had been hospitalized five weeks. She was a member of the Emanuel Lutheran Church, Manchester, Michigan. Born in Manchester, Michigan, on March 20, 1898, she was the daughter of Charles G. and Mary Haupt-Kern, and was married on March 1, 1916, to Gilbert R. Harshman. He died on July 28, 1970. Surviving are four children, Mrs. Edward (Dorothy) Bentz, of Fort Wayne; Mrs. Isaac (Ruth) Mathis, of Anderson; Mrs. Wilmer (Helen) Miller, of route 3, Decatur; and Dale R. Harshman, of route 5, Decatur; one sister, Mrs. Pt (Minnie) Heath, of Sunnyside, Washington; one brother, Fred Kern, of Rockford, O.; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. One sister, one brother and one grandchild preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Winteregg-Linn funeral home. Burial will be in the Riverside cemetery, Rockford, O. Friends may call at the funeral home after 12 noon Wednesday.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN, Tuesday, Oct. 16, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Val Hauck, an old printer, drowned himself at New Albany, Ind. because he was sick and penniless.
Greencastle Banner and Times, Putnam County, Indiana; 14 Jan 1892, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Jeffersonville, Ind., Feb 11 -- Nathan Hawes, one of the most prominent Republican in the county, died yesterday at his home, near Memphis. His death resulted from a complication of diseases. He had acquired a handsome fortune in the stock business. Prior to the recent election he made a strong fight for the Republican nomination for county clerk. He was a brother of Sheriff-elect Joseph Hawes. The funeral took place today at 3 o'clock. His wife died a year since.
[Buried Bowery Cemetery, Memphis, Clark County, Indiana. Born: 13 June 1834 - Died: 10 Feb 1895; Wife: Sarah E. Hawes 30 Sept 1835 - 12 Dec 1893]
Indianapolis Journal, Marion County, IN; Tuesday, 12 Feb 1895, p3
Contributed by Karen Zach

Brother of Berne resident dies
The brother of Berne resident Loren Heller died Wednesday evening at Nashville, Ind. after a four month illness. Dead is Lloyd T. Heller, 73, who was a teacher in Bluffton and school administrator for some time and was later a text book salesman. He was born September 6, [sic] 1900 in Wells county to Courtney and Daisy Turner Heller and was married in Adams county to Edith Glendening on August 12, 1924; she survives, along with two sons, a daughter, two other brothers and eight grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in a Nashville funeral home and burial will be in a cemetery there.
[Burial: Greenlawn Cemetery, Nashville, Brown County, Indiana] Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Friday, October 26, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Muncie, Jan 11 - George Howell, the consumptive who has been testing the dog meat cure, died Friday night. He received no benefit from the alleged remedy.
Greencastle Banner and Times, Putnam County, Indiana; 14 Jan 1892, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Jeffersonville, Ind., Jan 12 - Frank H. Hubble, general freight agent of the Newport News and Mississippi Valley Railroad, with headquarters at Louisville, died at his home in this city at noon yesterday of blood poisoning. He was ill four days and was aged 60. Mr. Hubble for several years was connected with the freight department of the Jeffersonville, Madisonville and Indianapolis Railroad.
Greencastle Banner and Times, Putnam County, Indiana; 14 Jan 1892, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

LORETTA DELLA (WYNEKEN) HUDSON, 90, of Warwick, RI, died Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2006. Born Feb. 17, 1916, in Dills-boro, Ind., she graduated from New Haven High School, worked for General Electric and Seyferts, Fort Wayne. She moved to Alaska, in 1946 and married Glen Hudson, a bush pilot. She was widowed in 1951, and left with three small children. She left Alaska to be with family in Fort Wayne, where she raised her children and was a faithful member of Zion Lutheran Church for over 50 years. She moved to Warwick to live with two of her children, in August of 2005. She was an extraordinary example of faith, Christian kindness, bravery, wisdom, humor, and patience throughout her life, and will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Surviving are her sister, Lillian Baxter of Fort Wayne; children, Roger Hudson of Rhode Island, Dennis Hudson of Texas, Marilyn Hudson-Tremayne (Caniglia); son-in-law, Ronald Caniglia of Rhode Island; beloved grandson, Jordan Tremayne of Portland, Ore.; as well as her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glen; and her brothers and sisters, Esther Teske, Carl Wyneken, Victor Wyneken, Herbert Wyneken, Mildred Wyneken, Irma Wyneken and Alverta Wyneken. Funeral service is 10 a.m. Saturday at Concordia Chapel, Concordia Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorials in her name may be given to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 445 Elmwood Ave., Providence, RI, Zion Lutheran Church, 2313 Hanna St., Fort Wayne or Hospice of Nursing Placement, 334 East Ave., Pawtucket, RI 02860. Arrangements by Carnahan-Baidinger & Walter Funeral Home, Spencerville.
News-Sentinel, The (Allen County, IN) - Thursday, August 17, 2006
Contributed by Jim Cox

Joe Jacquay, 68, of Woodburn, IN passed away February 28, 2018 unexpectedly at Parkview Regional Medical Center. He was born May 23, 1950 in Ft. Wayne, IN the son of the late Ralph E. "Sus" Jacquay and the late Mary R. (Foley) Jacquay. Joe was a lifelong member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and also worked as a machinist for 30 years at TD & M in New Haven. He loved IU, the Cubs, hunting and fishing. Joe is survived by his sisters, Ann (Lynn) Rorick of Monroeville, IN & Mary Barbara Jacquay of Woodburn, IN; 4 nieces & 1 nephew, Carmen, Janelle, Trisha, & Jared; and 8 great nieces & nephews. Joe was preceded in death by a sister, Pat Clark. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 5, 2018 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church located at 943 Powers Street in New Haven with Fr. Bill Sullivan officiating. Friends will be received from 1 to 4 p.m. with memories to be shared at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 4, 2018 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville and 30 minutes prior to the Mass on Monday at the church. Memorials may be made to either the ASPCA or St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Adams County, IN; March 1, 2018

Todd L. Jenkins, 55, went into the arms of Jesus on Friday, March 9, 2018. The son of Richard and Geraldine Jenkins, Todd was a US Army veteran and proud of his patriotic service. He was a Furniture Technician for 14 years at Klopfenstein Home Rooms Furniture. He was a member of The Pointe Church of Fort Wayne and active in small groups and set design. He was a very simple man, but outgoing and friendly and never knew a stranger. Todd's hobbies included woodworking, playing cards with friends, snow sculptures and working on his truck. Surviving are his loving wife, Ginny Jenkins; of Fort Wayne, IN; sons, Sean (Johanna Scott) Jenkins of Fort Wayne, IN; Aaron (Abbie) Jenkins of Kendallville, IN; Caleb Jenkins of Fort Wayne, IN; three grandchildren, Connor, Kyran, Keaton; siblings, Denise (Wayne) Lehman, Mark (Gail) Jenkins, and Troy Jenkins, all of Fort Wayne, IN; sister, Terri (Jeff) Hoffman of Cape Coral, FL; sister-in-law, Peggy Jenkins of Auburn, IN; and the beloved family pets, Barney, Peaches, Bella, Turbo, Reese . Todd was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Mike Jenkins. Service is 11:00 am, Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at The Pointe Church, 5335 Bass Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46808, with calling one hour prior. Calling also Tuesday, March 13, 2018, from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm at D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home 1320 E. Dupont Rd Fort Wayne, IN 46825. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the family in care of Ginny Jenkins.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 10, 2018

Michael R. Jent, 54, of Goshen died Sunday, March 4, 2018 at 4:36 p.m. in Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. He was born September 6, 1963, in Hindman, Kentucky to Willie Lee and Mary Lee (Short) Jent. His father preceded him in death. He married Lan Thi Minh Duong in July 2009 in LaGrange. She survives in Goshen. Mr. Jent had worked at Nisco in Topeka. Also surviving is a son, Corey Jent of Goshen; a daughter, Kim Minh Jent of Goshen; his mother, Mary Lee Jent of LaGrange; two sisters, Donna Abdurakhmanv of Hamilton, and Jennifer Hicks of LaGrange; and a brother, Lonnie Jent of Goshen. Funeral services will be Sunday, March 11, 2018, at 2 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville with Pastor Brett Frick of the Brimfield Revival Center officiating. Visitation will be on Sunday from 12 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home.
Young Family Funeral Homes, LaGrange County, IN; March 8, 2018

Keith Jones, 47, passed away after struggling with on-going health issues, Thursday, March 8, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Keith was born in Cincinnati, OH, to Morris and Katherine Jones and they survive. He was a graduate of Wayne High School. Keith absolutely adored his dogs Willow and Louie. He was an avid Cincinnati Bengals and Indianapolis Colts fan. Keith was a very talented musician and was a member of the high school band and drama club. He had an awesome sense of humor and enjoyed making people laugh. He was a history buff, particularly WWII. He will be greatly missed. Surviving are his sisters, Sandra Robrock and Pamela Jones both of Fort Wayne; son, Cory Jones of Fort Wayne; nephews, Kevin (Donica) Grow of Hillsboro, OH and Chris Jones of Fort Wayne; niece, Jaime (Antron Ellis) Knuckles of Fort Wayne; and great nieces and nephew, Kyla, Cameron and Londyn. Keith was preceded in death by brother, Gary Jones and sister, Patricia Grow. Service is 1:00 pm, Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling two hours prior. Pastor Michael Eavey officiating. Burial in Riverview Cemetery, Churubusco, Indiana.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 10, 2018

August H. Katt, 78, of Fort Wayne, died Tuesday in his home. Mr Katt, a native of Sharpsbrg, Pa, retired from Kiefer-Stewart Cigar Co and Huser-Paul Co in 1979. Surviving are his wife, Loretta; a son, Eugene A of Fort Wayne; a sister, Dorothy Gouty of Fort Wayne; and a brother, Richard Katt, of Fort Wayne. Services will be at 10:00 am Thursday in Klaehn's Wayne Street Chapel, 420 W Wayne St with calling there from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 pm today. Burial will be in Concordia Cemetery Gardens.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, IN; August 24, 1983
Contributed by Jim Cox

Funeral services for Henderson King, 80 years old, will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Jacobs Brothers West Side Chapel, with burial in New Crown Cemetery. Mr. King died Monday in his home at 1419 Mill Street.?? Born at Athens, Tenn he had lived here 54 years and was retired 45-year employee of the Columbia Construction Company. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Mary Lewis Ross of Indianapolis; a sister, Mrs. Pearl Matlock of Athens, two grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, IN; Wednesday, 2 March 1960, p 21
Contributed by Karen Zach

Hugo J. Knapp, 90, dies at Fort Wayne
Hugo J. Knapp, 90,of Fort Wayne, a former resident of Decatur, who retired from the office of the old Pennsylvania Railroad (Fort Wayne office) in 1957 after 55 years of service, died at 12:10 a.m. Friday in Allen County Health Center. He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne. Born in Decatur on Dec. 6, 1883, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Knapp, and was married to Evelyn Korte who died in 1971. He resided in Fort Wayne over 60 years. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Evelyn) Harges of Fort Wayne, and three grandchildren. One sister and two brothers preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. at the Hockemeyer funeral home, Fort Wayne, with burial in Concordia cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Saturday and after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Saturday, January 12, 1974
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

JoAnn Kutzner, 87, of Auburn died Thursday, March 29, 2018, at Presence Sacred Heart Home in Avilla. She was born April 20, 1930, in DeKalb County to the late Karl Raymond and Mary Marjorie (McCullough) Oster. JoAnn married Richard L. "Dick" Kutzner on August 7, 1949, at Maple Grove United Brethren Church in rural Auburn, and he survives. She worked four years at the Soil and Water Conservation and then as a receptionist for 22 years at Charleston Metal Products in Waterloo before her retirement. JoAnn was a member of the Heritage Community Church in rural Auburn. She loved music and enjoyed playing the piano. Also surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, Rev. Dennis L. and Carol Kutzner of Fort Wayne; daughter and son-in-law Diane S. and Terry Dean of Auburn; six grandchildren, Kristine (Nathan) Reese, Karla (Joe) Salyer, Amanda (Aaron Blackwell) Dean, Megan (Doug) Smith, Mallory Dean and Trace (Megan) Dean; and 10 great-grandchildren, Taylor Reese, Emma Reese, Haley Reese, Anna Reese, Justin Salyer, Chad Salyer, Harper Smith, Dawson Smith, Madeline Dean and Cooper Dean. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Larry Oster. A memorial service will take place Saturday, April 7, 2018, at 10 a.m. at Heritage Community Church, 5874 C.R. 427, Auburn, with the Rev. Dennis Kutzner and Rev. Steven Ardhuerumly officiating. Visitation will take place from 9-10 a.m. Saturday, April 7, 2018, prior to the service at the church. Private burial will take place in Waterloo Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Heritage Community Church of Auburn or the American Diabetic Association.
Feller & Clark Funeral Home, DeKalb County, IN; March 30, 2018

Lyndon B. Lambert, 58, passed away Friday , March 16, 2018 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Surviving are his three daughters, Lyndi Barva, Lyndsi Lambert, and Kylie Vicente; ten siblings, Terry, Tommy, Ted, John, Brad, Cheryl, Priscilla, Roberta, and Melanie; and 9 grandchildren. Lyndon was preceded in death by his parents, Luster and Betty Jean Lambert. Service is 4:00 pm, Friday, March 23, 2018 at - Mungovan & Sons Memorial Chapel, 2114 South Calhoun Street with two hours of calling prior to the service.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 20, 2018

Fannie Lengacher, 99, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Midland, MI, Fannie loved her family and enjoyed caring for them as a homemaker. She was formerly a member of Central Ministries of Fort Wayne, and currently a member of Bethel Mennonite Church of Sarasota, FL. Fannie enjoyed making cinnamon rolls and afghans. Surviving are her two daughters, Lois (Richard) Delagrange of Sarasota, FL, and Donna Ramer of Auburn, IN; 6 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great grandchildren. Fannie was preceded in death by her husband, Amos Lengacher; daughter, Ann Reschley; parents, Menno and Laura Miller; and 9 siblings. Service is 3:00 pm, Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Central Ministries, 5801 Schwartz Rd with calling one hour prior. Calling also at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Rd on Friday, March 2, 2018 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial in Yaggy Cemetery of Grabill, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, please consider giving a gift to Cru of Cleveland, OH, a ministry that Fannie prayed for daily.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 1, 2018

Garrett - James E. Liparula, 68 of Garrett died Monday March 19, 2018 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born December 23, 1949 in Wilkes Barre, PA to Edward A and Helen G ( Holland) Liparula. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving 9 years of Active duty during the Vietnam War. He was a lite Helicopter observation scout, He served with the 1st Infantry and 1st Aviation Battalion. Jim was stationed in Phouloy, CanTho and Soc Trang. He was a fireman in Baltimore, Maryland for 3 years, served with the Garrett Police Reserves for 10 years and retired as a Locomotive Engineer after 37 years with the D & H Railroad and CSX Railroad in 2006. Jim's memberships include the First Church of Christ of Garrett, American Legion Post 178 of Garrett where he held offices and was active with the Funeral Honor Guard. VFW Post 1892 of Garrett, DAV of DeKalb County Chapter 43 serving as a DAV driver since 2004, Garrett Eagles, Garrett City Masonic Lodge, Mizpah Shrine of Fort Wayne, Quiet Knight, Howard County Vietnam Veterans Association, Northeast Indiana Vietnam Veterans Association, Legion Rider Squad 97 and Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers & Trainman Division 153 since 1995. He was VFW 4th District Chaplin visiting Veterans in Hospitals and Nursing Homes. Jim's life always revolved around helping veterans. He married Charlene F "Charlie" (Price) Liparula on May 19, 1995 in Coshocton, Ohio and she died August 17, 2016. Surviving are 2 sons and a daughter, Mark Groff of Reading, PA, Stefanie R (Leon) Hicks of Garrett and Michael D Burger of Garrett; grandchildren, Laylah M Hicks, Lillee F. Hicks, Liam M.H. Hicks and MaKenssey N Hicks. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and a sister Mary Liparula. Services will be 1 PM Saturday March 24, 2018 at the First Church of Christ in Garrett. Brother Bud Owen will officiate and burial will follow in Christian Union Cemetery in Garrett. Calling is Friday from 5 to 7 PM and also 2 hours prior to the service Saturday from 11 to 1 all at the church. Preferred memorials are to the American Heart Association or Quiet Knights. Feller and Clark Funeral Home of Auburn are assisting the family with arrangements.
Feller & Clark Funeral Home, DeKalb County, IN; March 19, 2018

The body of John Loveless, of Syracuse, NY, who suicided at Decatur, Indiana was stolen from the grave, presumably by medical students.
Greencastle Banner and Times, Putnam County, Indiana; 7 Jan 1892, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Charles F. Maron, 71 years old, 410 East Sanders Street, died yesterday afternoon at the Inter State Foundry Company, 3800 Massachusetts Avenue, where he was employed as a core maker for 24 years.?? A lifelong resident of Indianapolis, he was a member of Immanuel Evangelical and Reformed Church and Prospect Masonic Lodge 714. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the GH Herrmann Funeral Home. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Florence Tennder Maron; a stepson, William F. Gumm of Plainfield and four grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, IN; Wednesday, 2 March 1960, p 21
Contributed by Karen Zach

At Seymour, Ind, in a struggle with a burglar, who escaped, Lucebra Marsh was shot and instantly killed.
Greencastle Banner and Times, Putnam County, Indiana; 7 Jan 1892, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Mrs. Josephine Mooney, wife of WJ Mooney, died suddenly last evening at her home on Bellefontaine Street. Mr. Mooney is the manager of the A. Kiefer Drug Company.
[Buried: Holy Cross and Saint Joseph Cemetery, Indianapolis 1869-1895]
Indianapolis Journal, Marion County, IN; Tuesday, 12 Feb 1895, p3
Contributed by Karen Zach

July 17, 2006 -- March 16, 2018
Diana Mullet, 11, of Goshen died at 6:32 pm on Friday, March 16 at Goshen Hospital from complications of a brain tumor that she was diagnosed with in November 2017. She was born on July 17, 2006, in Goshen to Marion and Rosetta (Miller) Mullet. Surviving in addition to her parents are eight brothers, Nathan (Kayla) Mullet of Goshen, Loren (Ida) Mullet of Bristol, Myron Mullet, Maynard Mullet, Steven Mullet, Lavon Mullet, Orlan Mullet, Darin Mullet all at home; three sisters, Regina (Kevin) Miller of Goshen, Laura (special friend Devon Lambright) Mullet, Leann Mullet, both at home; grandparents, Elmer and Marilyn Miller of Goshen and Enos and Polly Mullet of Shipshewana. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, LeAnna Mullet. Diana had been in the 5th grade at Millersburg Elementary School. Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Sunday March 18, and all day Monday March 19, at the family's residence, 61584 CR 33 Goshen. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Tuesday March 20, also at the family's residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop James Schlabach and the home ministers. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, Goshen. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, IN; March 17, 2018

Eugene O. Neaville, 84, passed away Friday, March 16, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fairfield, IL, Eugene worked with BF Goodrich for 17 years, retiring in 1994. He was a member of the Falcon Car Club of America. Surviving are his wife, Wilma Neaville; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and his brother, Arlie (Judy) Neaville. Eugene was preceded in death by his first wife, Gertrude Neaville; 2 sons, William Neaville and Steve Neaville; daughter, Diane Faye Neaville, his parents and sister. Service is 1:00 pm, Thursday, March 22, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, 6301 Fairfield Ave with calling two hours prior to service. Burial in Lindenwood Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the donor's choice.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 20, 2018

Danny Ray Neely, 70, went to be with Jesus, Sunday, March 18, 2018, at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center, Indianapolis. Born in Ft Wayne Indiana to the late Harold and Dorothy (Vogts) Neely. Danny served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. Danny was a "Real Tired" truck driver. Danny loved spending time with his grandkids, traveling, square dancing and iced tea (no sugar,no lemon). Surviving are the love his life, his wife of 48 years, Diana Neely; sons Jeremy (Becca) Neely, Huntington, Chad (MaeLynn) Neely, Ft Wayne, daughters Julia Seeton, Kylene (Tyson) Maxwell, Ft Wayne; sisters Sharon (Lennie) Hockman, New Mexico, Londa (Russ) Hobbs, Versailles, IN, Peggy (Kurt) Richards, Ft Wayne; Grandchildren Marisa (Jessie) Hogsett, Kayla Neely, Olivia Neely, Raeanna Neely, Kaitlynn Neely, Caleb Neely, Zayne Maxwell, Savannah Neely, Bryce Maxwell, Quynn Maxwell; Great-Granddaughter Joletta Hogsett. Danny was preceded in death by sister Wendy Neely. Funeral service is 11:00 am Tuesday at Wallen Baptist Church, with calling one hour prior,1001 Wallen Road. Ft Wayne, IN, Rev. Jim Glover officiating. Calling also Monday from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Wallen Baptist. Burial will be in Marion National Cemetery 1700 E 38th St, Marion, IN 46953 at 2:00pm Tuesday March 27, 2018 wit US Army Honors. Memorials may be made to Cancer Services of Allen County.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 22, 2018

Thelma Jean Newcomb, 88, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus on March 1, 2018 at home, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Williams County, Ohio, Thelma was a loving wife, dedicated mother, and loving grandmother. She and her husband owned and operated a local food brokerage business for many years. She was a member of Peace United Church of Christ. She served as past Worthy Matron, and Deputy Grand Matron for District #18 State of Ohio Eastern Star. Thelma enjoyed sewing, dancing, crafting, working outside, and helping others. She was the ultimate idea lady with a wonder sense of humor that could MacGyver anything necessary. Surviving are her children, Cheryle (Robert) Hitchcock, Stephanie (Larry) Hoyle, Camille (Jack) Garrison, Courtland (Katrina) Newcomb all of Fort Wayne; 8 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren with one on the way. Thelma was preceded in death by her husband Marion R. Newcomb and her four siblings. Service is 1:00 pm, Monday, March 5, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road with calling one hour prior, Guest Pastor Helen Donnell officiating. Calling at the funeral home Sunday, March 4, 2018, 2:00 pm - 6:00. Burial in Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to Visiting Nurse or Titus Foundation.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 1, 2018

Albert "Al" "Sonny" Newman, 71, of Churubusco, passed away at 7:57 p.m. on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born on May 14, 1946 in Fort Wayne he was the only son of Albert & Dortha (Gocke) Newman. He spent his formative years in Fort Wayne and graduated from Concordia High School in 1964. After high school he served in the United States Army. Al was married on July 7, 1977 in Fort Wayne to Glenda Jones. The couple moved to Churubusco just before the Blizzard of '78. He was worked at Rea Magnet wire and retired after 38 years of service. Al is survived by his wife of 40 years, Glenda Jones Newman; a son, Jeffrey (Danielle) Newman; two grandsons; Andrew and Nathan Newman; a brother, Tim (Terri) Berry; three sisters, Barb (Paul) Hanson, Gene Day and Marian (Jim) Bradly; his step mom, Ruth Newman; 11 nephews and nieces, Joe, Rachel, Jenny, Randy, Lynn Robert, Dottie, Marian Louise, Kelli, Sarah, Jason and McKayla; many great nieces and nephews including, Keefe and Keeley; his canine companion, Odie; numerous good friends that passed in and out of his life and those that stayed with him. He is preceded in death by Albert Newman, Sr. and Dortha (Gocke) Newman. Visiting hours will take place at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Friday, March 16, 2018 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 pm and 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Calling also one hour prior to the service on Saturday. Services will begin at 2:00 PM, at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Saturday, March 17, 2018. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Fort Wayne on Monday. Memorials to the Shepherd's House or Fort Wayne Rescue Mission or St. Jude's Hospital.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, IN; March 9, 2018

Brian Richard Newman, 33, of Wolcottville died unexpectedly, Saturday, March 17, 2018, at Martinsburg, West Virginia. He was born May 9, 1984, in Kendallville to Bruce and Beth (Morr) Newman. They survive in Wolcottville. He was a welder, fabricator and millwright, travelling across the United States for his work. He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Okeechobee, Florida. Brian enjoyed all children, fishing, animals, and having a good time with his family and friends. He was happiest when working, as it is what he loved best. Brian loved living life to the fullest and did not know a stranger. Also surviving are two sons, Bret Richard Newman and Ethan Michael Joseph Newman, both of Colorado Springs, Colorado; a sister, Brooke R. (Anthony) Randol of Wolcottville; paternal grandmother, Marjorie Newman of Okeechobee, Florida; a nephew, Newt Ray Randol; a niece Ellie Renee Randol; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins with whom he was very close. He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Delbert and Iris (Mock) Morr; paternal grandfather, Charles Richard Newman; maternal great-grandmother, Hilda "Gramma Soft Cheeks" Morr; paternal uncle, Roger Newman and aunt, Jackie Newman. Funeral services will be Sunday, March 25, 2018, at 4 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville. Cremation will follow the service. Calling is Sunday, March 25, 2018, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the Humane Society of Noble County.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, IN; March 21, 2018

Charles Niblick dies; brother of city resident
Charles C. Niblick, 74, of 2233 Thompson Ave., Fort Wayne, brother of Mrs. Velma Garner of Decatur and the uncle of Decatur mayor Harry H. Hebble, died at 5:15 p.m. Saturday at the Irene Byron hospital, Fort Wayne. Mr. Niblick retired in 1962 from the Fort Wayne General Electric Co. after 32 years of service. He was a member of the Trinity English Lutheran Church at Fort Wayne, and several fraternal organizations. Born in Craigville on July 20, 1899, he was the son of Bruce and Ellen Clark-Niblick, and was married to Zadie Pence, who survives. Other survivors include a son, Walter of Fort Wayne; two daughters, Mrs. Elizabeth Neff, Monticello and Mrs. Florence Witzeman, Fort Wayne; a sister, Mrs. Velma Garner, Decatur; and 10 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Klaehn funeral, Fort Wayne, with Rev. Richard G. Frazier officiating. Burial will be Covington Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Monday, November 12, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Mark L. Nichter, 63, of Monroeville, IN passed away Friday, March 23, 2018 at his residence following a recent diagnosis of cancer. He was born on Thursday, April 22, 1954 in Ft. Wayne, IN the son of George Nichter and the late Donna Rose (Barclay) Nichter. His mother passed away on July 22, 2005 and his father survives. Mark was employed by the Sechlers Pickle Factory in St. Joe, Indiana where he retired in 2015. Survivors include two sons, Adam Nichter and Chris Nichter both of Monroeville, IN; two daughters, Amy Nichter and Danyel Nichter both of Monroeville, IN; father, George (Sarah) Nichter of Ft.Wayne, IN; sister, Marsha Bray of Ft Wayne, IN; sister, Pam (Burt) Hart of Columbia City, IN; sister, Veronica (Dan) Gaskill of Columbus, OH; sister, Nannette (Brian) Hart of Columbia City, IN; sister, Jeannine (Dennis) Gering of Churubusco, IN; sister, Leanne (Daniel) Vencil of Houston, TX; brother, Tony (Diane) Nichter of Spencerville, IN; and one granddaughter, Aria Delphina-May Joseph. Friends will be received from 2-5 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville, Indiana. There will be no funeral services and graveside services will be held at a later date at St. Louis Catholic Cemetery - Besancon. Preferred memorials are to the family.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Adams County, IN; March 24, 2018

TINA L. ONCHECK, 38, died Monday, March 13, 2006, in Van Wert, Ohio. Born in Fort Wayne, she was a truck driver for Fab Express Inc. and also a licensed taxidermist. She was a graduate of Concordia High School, in 1985, and International Business College, in 1986. Survivors include parents, Arthur and Imogene Glass of Fort Wayne; sons, Christopher Oncheck, Zachary Oncheck and Corey Oncheck, all of Fort Wayne; brother, Jerry Glass of Fort Wayne; and fiance, John Pebley of Fort Wayne. Service is 2 p.m. Saturday at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road. Pastor Peter Kobe officiating. Calling is from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial in Concordia Cemetery Gardens. Memorials to Cancer Services of Allen County.
News-Sentinel, The (Allen County, IN) - Thursday, March 16, 2006
Contributed by Jim Cox

Jeremiah E. Ovitt, 92, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus on Thursday, March 8, 2018. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Jeremiah was the son of the late Harry and Harietta Ovitt. Jeremiah was a WWII Army veteran. He was a foreman with Banner Lumber Company for 42 years, prior to his retirement. Jeremiah loved attending church and being a greeter which he was for 50 years at Dunning Park Bible Chapel in Detroit. Jeremiah had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed painting works of art. Surviving are his sons, Rod (Carolyn) Ovitt, Ron (Janine) Ovitt, Jeff (Cheryl) Ovitt, Keith (Vicki) Ovitt; 10 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Jeremiah was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years Allie Ovitt; grandson Paul Ovitt, 3 brothers, and 1 sister. Service is 1:00 pm, Saturday, March 17, 2018 at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road with calling from 11:00 am until the service. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Dunning Park Bible Chapel Redford Township, MI. 48239.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 13, 2018

Fannie Jane Pepple, age 83, of Auburn passed away on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at Betz Nursing Home in Auburn. Mrs. Pepple was born on June 8, 1934 in Delaware City, Indiana to Orland and Mary (Gaylord) Cox. She graduated from Auburn High School in 1952. Over the years Fannie worked at the Shine Shoe Company in Auburn, The Family Dry Cleaner in Auburn and she really enjoyed greeting and helping people at the Feller Funeral Home for many years. She was an active lifetime member of the First United Methodist Church in Auburn. She also belonged to the United Methodist Women. She was an avid reader and liked oil painting. She loved spending time with her family and friends to whom she was affectionately known as Granny Fannie. Survivors include: Son and daughter-in-law; Douglas and Lori Donaldson in Auburn. Son and daughter-in-law; Ned and Jodi Donaldson in Auburn. 4 grandchildren and their spouses; Jama and Craig Casselman, Jenna Donaldson, Alex and Ashley Donaldson and Abby and Jason Cable. 8 great grandchildren. Sister-in-law; Sally Cox of Auburn. Several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother; William Cox and 3 sisters; Jean Gronendyke, Jeannette Riddle and Nancy Sims. Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 18, 2018 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 South Center Street in Auburn. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 18, 2018 at 3:00 PM at the Feller and Clark Funeral Home in Auburn. Officiating the funeral service will be Pastor Wilbur Yates with the First United Methodist Church in Auburn. Burial will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery in Auburn. Memorials may be directed to the Youth Ministries at the First United Methodist Church, 1203 East 7th Street, Auburn, Indiana 46706.
Feller & Clark Funeral Home, DeKalb County, IN; March 16, 2018

PAULINE R. PEREZ, 88, of Fort Wayne, died Tuesday, March 06, 2018, at Bethlehem Woods Nursing Home, Fort Wayne, IN. Born in San Antonio, Texas. She was a resident of Fort Wayne since 1952. Pauline had various jobs, but her true passion was her family and loved ones. In a time when it became common for women to leave the home for opportunities, Pauline recognized the value of nurturing the core of the family. Survivors include daughter, Paula Jo Perez; grandson, Dustin (Samantha) Fitzgerald; great-granddaughters, Hayden, Felicity and Athena. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph L. Perez and son, Alex A. Perez. In accordance with Pauline's wishes, there will not be a service. Her dignity rested with a refusal to be burdensome. Though she may not have wanted loved ones to travel from far in tribute, we request a break from traditional memorial precedent with an idea. Had you wished to attend a service, honoring Pauline, please consider this alternative. Her Yoda-like wisdom and mentoring brought many to her table. That is where she imparted her knowledge and compassion. In her honor, we ask that you reserve time this week for the living rather than the departed. In true Pauline fashion, sit with someone, have coffee with them and let them know they matter to you. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road. Private family interment.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 8, 2018

James Petty starved to death at Plainfield, Ind., being unable to eat owing to a cancer of his lip.
Greencastle Banner and Times, Putnam County, Indiana; 7 Jan 1892, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Phouthone Phangsri, 60, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Vientiane, Laos, Phouthoneenjoyed caring for her family as a homemaker. Surviving are her husband, Savay Phangsri of Fort Wayne; daughter, Victoria Khamvongsa of Fort Wayne; daughter, Susan (Inphanh) Thongkoth of Fairborn, OH; son, William (Jennifer) Phangsri of Fort Wayne; 7 grandchildren; sister, Dome (Bounhieng) Phothirath of Fort Wayne; 2 younger brothers of Laos; 2 nieces, Khamphanh Thurber and Monichanh Wojdyla; and nephew, Souvannaseng Phothirath. Phouthone was preceded in death by her mother, father, and sister. Service is 1:00 pm, Saturday, March 17, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave with calling one hour prior. Calling also Friday, March 16, 2018 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the funeral home.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 10, 2018

Doris I. Poling dies at hospital
Mrs. Doris I. Poling, 57, of route 1, Willshire, O., wife of Arlo N. Poling, died Monday evening at the Parkview memorial hospital, Fort Wayne. She suffered a stroke at her home on October 24. She was a member of the Wren, O., United Methodist Church. Born in Willshire township, Van Wert county, O., she was the daughter of Raymond Lee and Jessie Erhart-Stetler, and was married on January 1, 1937, to Arlo N. Poling, who survives. Also surviving are two children, Mrs. Ronald (Kay) Henkle, of route 4, Decatur; and Mrs. Jerry (Linda) Dohoney, of route 2, Convoy, O.; three sisters, Mrs. Louise Huffine, of Willshsire; Mrs. Carey (Marjorie) Knittle, of Spencerville, O.; and Mrs. Murray (Alice May) DeArmond, of Fort Wayne; one brother, Doyle Stetler, of route 1, Willshire; and three grandchildren. One brother and one sister preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Zwick funeral home, with Rev. David Eichar officiating. Burial will be in the Willshire cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. today.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Darlene M. "Bunny" Raber, 79, a resident of Lake Township in Allen County, died at 3:49pm Friday, March 30, 2018, at Lutheran Hospital. Born April 17, 1938 in Fort Wayne a daughter to the late Darwin and Viva (Hagan) Stout. Graduated from Arcola High School in 1956. On February 16, 1957 she married Robert E. Raber in Fort Wayne and lived all her adult life in Lake Township, he preceded her in death on September 18, 2005. A 25 year employee of Super Market Services, she worked there until the store closed. She was a Member of St. John's Lutheran Church-Lake Township. Her hobbies were Antique stores, pie making for the family, cooking, and her dog "Murphy" and most of all her family and her grandchildren. Survivors include two daughters Deborah (Jeffrey) Johnson of Churubusco; Michelle Charlie) Seifert of Fort Wayne and one son Scott (Alicia) Raber of Churubusco; two sisters JoEllen (Doug) Snyder of Houston, TX and Susan (Robert) VanEvery of Fort Wayne; nine grandchildren Nick (Christina) Johnson; Autumn (Michael) Cline; Andrew (Mindy) Johnson; Kim (Jered) Blanchard; Brandon (Carrie) Seifert; Jerika (Jake) Clawson; Sarah (Matt) Hartman; Samantha (James) Krider and Jake Raber; 21 great grandchildren Ethan; Olivia; Aleasia; Levi; Nora; Charleigh; Daphney; Jack; Zoey; Henley; Ava; Eli; Katelyn; Roman; Meghan; Colt; Macy; Mia; Gabe; Livy and baby Hartman on the way. Darlene is preceded in death by her son Douglas and her brother James D. Stout. Funeral Services will be 2:00pm Thursday April 5, 2018 at St. John's Lutheran Church-Lake Township, 7914 W. Cook Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46818. The family will receive friends at the church from 2-8 p.m. Wednesday or one hour prior to the service Thursday. Pastor Ric Barnes will be officiating. For those who wish, memorials may be directed to St. John's Lutheran Church-Lake Township or St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Burial will be at a later date at Eel River Cemetery.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, IN; March 31, 2018

David J. Rhodus, 57, passed away Thursday, March 15, 2018. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, David was the son of the late Donald and Rose Rhodus. David had been a lifelong mechanic. He worked with Wiese USA for the past 15 years. David served our country as a US Army veteran. He enjoyed fishing, being outdoors grilling and taking care of his yard. David loved spending time with his family and friends. Surviving are his wife, Kelly Rhodusof Fort Wayne; step-sons, Todd (Patty) Brown, Nolan Crays; step-daughter, Carly Crays; granddaughters, Ashley and Grace Brown; great-grandsons, Ryder and Brantley Geier; siblings, Dennis (Lori) Rhodus, Angela (George) Whittle, and Susan (Aron) Hildabridle. David was preceded in death by his first wife, Gayle Rhodus and step-son, Jeffery Brown. Service is 11:00 am, Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road with calling one hour prior, Pastor Rick Cockman officiating. Calling at the funeral home Monday, March 19, 2018, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Burial in I.O.O.F. Cemetery New Haven, New Haven, Indiana. Memorials may be made to Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 16, 2018

Dorothy Maxine Richards soul went to join her savior in heaven on March 15, 2018. She was 85 years old. She was residing at Bethlehem Woods nursing home when she died. She had struggled with dementia for at least 10 years, complications of which finally took her. Dorothy was born March 12, 1933 to Lawrence and Agnes Greer at their farm near Mitchell, IN. She met her husband Thomas E. Richards there and it was love at first sight because after just 6 months they were married on July 23rd, 1951. One year later they welcomed the first of their 4 children, Jane. 18 months after that Tom Jr. arrived. 4 years later came Mark, and finally James Paul 4 years after Mark. Dorothy loved God, her husband, her children, and her church family. She was very active at Calvary Baptist Church for many years, serving as a Sunday school teacher, church secretary, pianist, choir member, and prayer warrior. In addition to her volunteer activities at church, she worked outside the home when her children were older. She held positions in administration with American Hospital Supply, and F&G foods. But most of her life was spent making a good home for her husband and children. Dorothy enjoyed traveling, gardening, cooking, art, and music. She expressed her love through oil paintings, playing the piano, singing, and quilting. In 2007 she lost her beloved husband of 55 years. She never recovered from the loss. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Agnes Greer, brothers Charles, Gerald, and Bob Greer, sisters Mary Carpenter, Jean Horine, and Betty Conner. She is survived by all 4 of her children, her brother George, 13 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and 1 great, great grandchild. She was a wonderful person and will be missed terribly. If she could leave you with one thought it would be this, "If you are not already saved, GET SAVED! Then we can be together forever in heaven." Funeral Service will be 3 pm, Monday, March 19, 2018 at Calvary Baptist Church, with calling from 1:30 pm until the service, Rev. Mike Harris officiating. Calling will be on Sunday, March, 18, 2018 at D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 E. Dupont Rd, from 4 pm to 6 pm. Burial in Eel River Cemetery, Churubusco, Indiana. Memorials should be given to Calvary Baptist Church or Heart to Heart Hospice.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 16, 2018

Shirley G. (Harsha) Richwine, 88, a longtime resident of Bluffton, IN, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Swiss Village in Berne. She was born on February 8, 1930 in Saybrook, IL the daughter of the late Lyle John Harsha and the late Alda Jeanette Crawford Harsha. She married Donald C. Richwine on September 23, 1950 in Berne, IN. Shirley graduated from Salem Center High School in 1948 and was then a homemaker. She is a member of the Bluffton First Church of the Nazarene. Survivors include her son, Larry Don (Rozetta) Richwine of Portland, IN; son, Chester Lyle (Georgeann) Richwine of Tacoma, WA; daughter, Dolly Mae (Steve) Mrowinski of Villa Park, IL; brother, Donald (Margaret Ann) Harsha of Berne, IN; four grandchildren, Saiward (Jonathan) Brown, Hannah Mrowinski, Leah Mrowinski, Treva Engleson and four great grandchildren, Mike, Zeke, Sam and Keegan Brown. Shirley is preceded in death by one sister, Charlotte (Harsha) Weimer. Memorial Visitation will be held at Swiss Village Chapel Thursday, March 8, 2018 from 4:30-6:00 p.m. Preferred memorials are to Bluffton Church of the Nazarene or Swiss Village.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Adams County, IN; March 5, 2018

Richmond, Ind Feb 11 - Mrs. Francis W. Robinson, aged 80 years, died at her home here last night of heart failure superinduced by the grip. She was one of this city's prominent women and lifelong member of the Society of Friends.
[Buried Earlham Cemetery, Richmond; Born: 22 May 1815 -- Died: 11 Feb 1895]
Indianapolis Journal, Marion County, IN; Tuesday, 12 Feb 1895, p3
Contributed by Karen Zach

April 6, 1967 -- March 27, 2018
Scott Joseph Rumsey, 50, of Goshen, died at 8:52 am on Tuesday, March 27, at Elkhart General Hospital. He was born on April 6, 1967, in LaGrange, to Verl and Kathleen Rumsey. On February 2, 2001, in Goshen, he married Cheryl Kwilinski; she survives. He is also survived by a daughter, Andrea Rumsey of Atlanta, GA; father, Verl (Connie) Rumsey of Bronson, MI; three sisters, Dustina (Kevin) Smith of Auburn Hills, MI, Melissa Oursler of Ferndale, MI, Theresa (Michael) Holly of Orlando, FL; brother, James (Krissa) Rumsey of Milan, MI; nephews and nieces, Chris, Cayla, Cole, Ella, Josie, Jonathan, Tanner, Brady, Oliver and Sage. He was preceded in death by his mother, Kathleen Rumsey. He enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as mushroom hunting. He loved all his Michigan sports teams and watching his nephews play ball. Visitation will be from 1:00 - 4:00 pm followed by a funeral service at 4:00 pm on Saturday, March 31 at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street, Middlebury. Services will be conducted by Pastor Gary Miller. Memorials may be given to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, IN; March 28, 2018

Marlys A. Saxman, age 76, of Redkey passed away Monday evening at her residence. She was born in Eagle Bend, MN the daughter of Burns and Elizabeth (Ohman) Ross. She was married September 6, 1958 to Paul Saxman and he died September 9, 2013. She was owner and operator of Saxman Auction Barn, Saxman's Boarding Kennels, dog groomer for over 50 years, worked at Redkey Veterinary Clinic and drove school bus for 17 years. She was a member of Central Indiana Boxer Association. Surviving are two sons Bradley Saxman of Redkey and William Saxman (wife Misty) of Portland, two sisters Sandy Casari of California and Charlene Holley of Lafayette, brother in law Doug Saxman of Redkey, sister in law Clela Saxman of Yorktown and four grandchildren Collin, Abigail, Grace and Sophia and her beloved pets Izzy and Winnie. Funeral services will be Friday at 1:00 PM in the Baird-Freeman Funeral Home with Pastor Randy Davis presiding. Burial will be in the Stateline Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 11:00 - 1:00 PM. Memorials can be made to the Jay County Cancer Society. The family would like to thank the late Joyce Fuller and Virginia Champ for all your friendship and support.
Baird-Freeman Funeral Home, Adams County, IN; March 7, 2018

William "Bill" P. Schaubschlager, 70, formally of Churubusco, passed away at 1:25 a.m. on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 in Angola. Born in Seattle, Washington on December 13, 1947. He was the only son of William and Ruth (Anderson) Schaubschlager. He spent his formative years in Seattle. After his time served in the United States Army, He met his soon to be bride on a cross county trip with a friend. He was married to Judith Carrier on June 14, 1968. The couple settled in Northwest Allen County. Bill owned and operated County Line Auto Sales in Churubusco. He enjoyed Chocolate, Diet 7up, Syfi's and Westerns, Hunting and Fishing, but more than that he loved his wife and girls. Bill is survived by his wife of 49 years, Judith Schaubschlager; four daughters, Carrie (Rick) Shearer of Wolcottville, Nicole Schaubschlager of Tampa, Fl., Breanna (Alan) Simmons of Charleston, S.C. and Andrea Schaubschlager of Fort Wayne; a sister, Carol (Dave) Anderson; two grandchildren, Cole and Allison Shearer; many Nieces and Nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents William Schaubschlager and Ruth Mable Johns. Visiting hours will take place at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Saturday, March 10, 2018 from 12:00 PM until 5:00 PM. Services will begin at 5:00 PM, at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on March 10, 2018. In lieu of flowers please make memorials to Ideal Fish and Game Club.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, IN; March 6, 2018

Former county resident dies
Herman Scheumann, 83, of 704 W. DeWald street, Fort Wayne, a former resident of Adams county, died at 5 p.m. Monday at his home. He had resided in Fort Wayne the past 30 years. Mr. Scheumann, a retired real estate salesman, was a member of the Emmaus Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne. He was born in Decatur on Nov. 9, 1890. Survivors include one son, Edgar, Fort Wayne, and three daughters, Mrs. Alice Heinrich and Ms. Evelyn Biers, Fort Wayne, and Miss Bernice Scheumann of San Diego, Calif. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Emmaus Lutheran Church, with burial in Concordia cemetery. Friends may call at the Chalfant-Perry-Klaehn funeral home, Fort Wayne, from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Tuesday, Nov. 13, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

ALICE J. SCHMIDT, 79, of Fort Wayne, died Saturday, Sept. 16, 2006 at Parkview Hospital. She was born March 13, 1927, in Oak Park, Ill. She was a Homemaker and a member of Concordia Lutheran Church. Also a volunteer for ARC for 26 years years. Surviving are her husband, Gerhard C. "Gerry" Schmidt of Fort Wayne; sons, Gerry L. Schmidt of Fort Wayne and David Williams of Fort Wayne; daughters, Susan Schmidt of Midland Texas and Anitalynn Tighe of Cupertino, Calif.; brother, John Hursh of Auburn; sister, Sally Paschal of Phoenix, Ariz.; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by son, Steven Schmidt; brother, Donald Hursh. Memorial service is 11 a.m. Wednesday at Concordia Lutheran Church, 4245 Lake Ave. Visitation is from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at D.O. McComb & Son Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Rd. Burial in Concordia Gardens Cemetery. Memorials to Concordia Lutheran Church.
Journal Gazette, The (Allen County, IN) - Monday, September 18, 2006
Contributed by Jim Cox

RITES HELD FOR MRS. SARAH SEWELL, AN AUBURN WOMAN
Services for Mrs. Sarah Sewell, an aged resident of Auburn were held at the Gerig funeral home Wednesday afternoon. The Rev. Allen K. Trout, pastor of St. Mark's Lutheran church officiated and burial was made in the cemetery at Leo. Mrs. Sewell, aged 83, was the mother of Miss Dessie Grubb and had resided with her at 511 North Cedar street, Auburn. A heart ailment resulted in death. She was taken ill two weeks ago. She passed away at 4 o'clock Monday afternoon. Mrs. Sewell was born in Allen county on August 11, 1860, and had resided in Auburn 30 years. She is survived by Miss Grubb, another daughter, Mrs. Samuel McClure of Keyser township, and a son, David Grubb, of Richmond, Ind. Mrs. Sewell was a member of the St. Mark's church.
Garrett Clipper; DeKalb County, Indiana; Thursday, March 9, 1944
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski
The will of the late Sarah B. Sewell of Auburn was admitted to probate in the DeKalb circuit court Saturday. It was executed December 30, 1941, with Edgar W. Atkinson and Hugh G. Sanders as witnessed. The sum of $300 was devised to a daughter, Dessie Grubb, as a trust fund for the benefit of a son, David L. Grubb. The residue of the estate was left to two daughters, Dessie Grubb and Flora McClure, and the former was nominated by her mother for executrix.
Garrett Clipper; DeKalb County, Indiana; Monday, March 20, 1944
Contributed by Karin King

Christine Leray Shiley, 32, of Fort Wayne, a pediatric dental assistant, died Friday, Dec. 29, 2000, at Hospice Home of Northeast Indiana. The Elgin, Ill., native worked for Dr. Timothy Olinger and was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Surviving are her husband, Jonathan P.; a daughter, Megan N., at home; sons Zachary D. and Chandler J., both at home; her parents, Robert and Linda Jilke Sr. of Hanover Park, Ill.; a sister, Angela Lackowski of Hampshire, Ill.; and a brother, Robert Jilke Jr. of Clinton, Iowa. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 1126 S. Barr St., with calling one hour before services. Calling is also from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Road. Burial will be at Concordia Cemetery Gardens. Memorials are to the Shiley Children Scholarship Fund c/o St. Paul's Lutheran Church or St. Paul's Lutheran School Endowment Fund. Information provided by Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Road, 485-8500.
News-Sentinel, The (Allen County, IN) - Saturday, December 30, 2000
Contributed by Jim Cox

KENDALLVILLE - David A. Shultz, 46, of Route 1, Kendallville, died at 12:25 a.m. Friday at his residence. He had been ill since July with lung cancer. He was born in Kendallville March 25, 1943, the son of Wallace W. "Mike" and Betty L. (Glass) Shultz. His father preceded him in death in August 1963. His mother, Betty (Shultz) Welch survives in Kendallville, along with his stepfather, Elroy Welch. On Oct. 17, 1964, in Ege, he married Diana L. Pratt, who also survives. Mr. Shultz, a lifetime Kendallville resident, was owner-operator of his own truck for Schneider National of Fort Wayne. He was a U.S. Army veteran and member of Moose Lodge No. 1301 in Kendallville. Also surviving are two daughters, Babette Ball of Butler and Brandee Shultz, at home; two sons, Michael and Adam Shultz, both at home; two sisters, Rebecca Kruger of Auburn and Julie Scott of Kendallville; his maternal grandmother, Edna Glass of Shepherd of the Hill, Kendallville; a grandson, David Arthur Ball; and three step-grandsons. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday i St. Mary's of the Angels, Big Long Lake, with Rev. Conrad Schwiebold officiating. Burial will be in Lake View Cemetery. Visitation is Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Berhalter-Hutchins Funeral Home, Kendallville, where Moose services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Sunday.
Auburn Evening Star, DeKalb County, Indiana; Saturday, Oct. 7, 1989
Contributed by Karin King

Gregory L. Smith, 64, of Bluffton passed away at 5:38 p.m. on Friday, May 5, 2017 at his residence. Greg was born on August 2, 1952 in Bluffton to Edwin S. & Jane E. (Larkey) Smith. He graduated from Norwell High School and worked at the Fremont Company in Bluffton for over 12 years. He enjoyed camping and spending time with his grandchildren. Survivors include a daughter Nikki Sue Gerber of Swansboro, NC and a son Kyle Smith of Bluffton along with four grandchildren, and a sister Cindy Smith and brother Steve Smith, both of Fort Wayne. He is preceded in death by a brother Edwin Smith, JR. A Celebration of Life Dinner will be held at 5 p.m. on Friday (May 12, 2017) at Life Church in Bluffton. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home in Bluffton.
Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home, Wells Co, IN; May 06, 2017

Judy Lynn Smith, 86, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2018. Judy was born in Huntington, Indiana to the late Maurice V. and Jane L. (Barnhisel) Krebs. She married Vernon C. Smith, on March 21, 1953, in Ft Wayne, IN, he preceded her death on February 13, 2001. Judy was a private piano instructor and an I.P.F.W. associate professor. She was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church, where she served as the church librarian. Survivors include two daughters Deborah K. (Mark) Fremion, Lisa A. (Terry) Myers both of Ft. Wayne; son, Terry V. (Diane) Smith of Carmel, IN.; 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; sister Ann (Jack) Hayes, Ft Wayne. Memorial service is 11:00am Saturday, April 7, 2018, with calling one hour prior to service, at Aldersgate United Methodist Church 2417 Getz Rd Ft Wayne, Rev. Brian Witwer, officiating. Memorials may be made to Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Library, Choir or Prayer Shawl Group.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 30, 2018

Marcia Ellen (Lothamer) Smith, 81, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on February 24, 2018. Visitation will be held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Garrett, Indiana, on March 19 at 10 a.m. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on March 19 with Father Jim Schafer officiating. Burial will be at Cedar Creek Cemetery in rural Garrett with a celebration meal following at the church. Feller and Clark Funeral Home, Auburn, is handling the funeral arrangements. Marcia was born in Van Wert, Ohio, to Claude and Pauline (Hartman) Lothamer on March 30, 1936. She was the valedictorian of the class of 1954 at St. Joseph's School in Garrett, Indiana. She married Albert "Cork" Smith on April 7, 1956 in Garrett. Marcia worked for Cooper Industrial Products in Auburn, retiring after 30 years of service. While working for Cooper, she earned her AA and BS in marketing and sales from Purdue University. After retiring, she found more time to volunteer locally and to enjoy her hobbies that included quilting, restoring antiques and playing cards. She loved the sun and travelled to Bradenton, Florida, during the winter months. She was a member of St. Gaspar's Catholic Church in Rome City. Marcia was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Pauline, her husband Albert "Cork" Smith and a brother, Richard Lothamer. Surviving are four children, Cindy (Diana) Smith of Garrett, Denny Smith of Fresno, California, Patty (Farrell) Gourneau of Belcourt, North Dakota, and Angie (Chuck) Hunter of Cincinnati, Ohio; nine grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the St. Martin's Healthcare Clinic, 1359 South Randolph Street, Garrett, IN 46738.
Feller & Clark Funeral Home, DeKalb County, IN; March 9, 2018

Roy Arthur Smith, 74, passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2018. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Roy was the son of the late Florn Smith and Arydth Herbst. Roy was a Vietnam Army veteran. He was a truck driver for Yellow Freight for 30 years, prior to retiring in 2000. He was a member of the American Legion. Roy enjoyed being outdoors and loved woodworking. Surviving are his wife, Kathe Smith of Fort Wayne; son, Roy David (Marjorie) Smith of Gaylord, MN; grandchildren, Brianna, Katlyn, Reese, Bert, Atticus, Ashley, Joshua, and Shandra; six great-grandchildren; and sister, Ilene Molter of IN. Roy was preceded in death by his sons Rodney and Timothy Smith; brothers, Robert and Gene Smith. Service is 4:00 pm, Saturday, March 10, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling from 12 pm until the service. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or American Kidney Association.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 8, 2018

Edward Spohn and Mary Ziegg were killed at South Bend, Ind., by the collapse of a high wall surrounding the Birdsell Manufacturing Company's works.
Greencastle Banner and Times, Putnam County, Indiana; 7 Jan 1892, p 2
Contributed by Karen Zach

Funeral services for Mrs. Elsa V. Sputh, who died Monday in Riverview Hospital at Noblesville, will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in Flanner and Buchanan Fall Creek Mortuary. Cremation will follow. Mrs. Sputh, 69 years old, was a lifelong resident of the Indianapolis area. She resided at 7860 Barlum Drive. She was a member of the Athenaeum Turners Auxiliary and Marion County Medical Society Auxiliary. Survivors include a son, Dr. Carl B. Sputh of Indianapolis; a daughter, Mrs. John S. Hash of Noblesville; a brother, Louis L. Ulrich of Indianapolis and eight grandchildren.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, IN; Wednesday, 2 March 1960, p 21
Contributed by Karen Zach

Berne - Joel P. Steury, 91, of Grand Rapids, Mich., and a native of Berne, died Thursday in Grand Rapids. He was a serviceman for Burrows Adding Machine Co. Surviving are his wife, Rosemary; one son, Doug of Grand Rapids; two daughters, Corinne Carey of Grand Rapids and JoAnn Mark of California and 10 grandchildren. Services at 1 pm today in Reyers North Valley Chapel, Grand Rapids, Mich.
Journal-Gazette, Allen County, IN; December 5, 1987, Page 4A

Bernard "Grumpy" James Stuller Sr., 63, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Kendallville, IN, Grumpy owned Grumpy Towing for many years. He was a member of the Baer Field Motor Sports Park Hall of Fame and loved racing and enjoyed riding his motorcycle. He was a devoted husband and father. He will be missed greatly. Surviving are his spouse of 34 years, Anita Stuller of Fort Wayne; children, Bernard (Branden Newland) Stuller, Jr., Charles Stuller, Dennis Stuller, Jason McFarren, daughter, Tracy McFarren of all Fort Wayne, and Leslie McFarren of Kendallville, IN; 4 grandchildren; brothers, Dennis (Melissa) Stuller and Jason Pilson both of Fort Wayne; sister, Jodi Yohman of Fort Wayne; and many nieces and nephews. Grumpy was preceded in death by father, James Stuller; mother, Beverly Pilson; brothers, David Stuller, Sr. and Johnathan Pilson; step-father, John Pilson; and step-mother, Betty Stuller. Service is 3:00 pm, Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, 6301 Fairfield Avenue. Calling at D.O. McComb & Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, Wednesday, March 7, 2018, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Cremation to follow services.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 5, 2018

August 4, 1944 - November 29, 2013
Charles R. Thatcher, 69, passed away Friday, November 29, 2013 in Fort Wayne. Born in Van Wert, OH, Charles retired as a Computer Consultant from HWI after 20 years of service. He was a family man that loved supporting his children and grandchildren. He loved the Ohio State Buckeyes, watching college sports, and was an avid golfer. He also enjoyed going to Disney World. Surviving are his wife, Sandra Thatcher; daughters, Chanda (William) Lichtsinn and Debra Bowman, all of Fort Wayne; grandchildren: Steven (Nicole) Lichtsinn, Christen Thatcher, Lyndsey Bowman, Allison Bowman, and Brandon Bowman; and great-grandchildren, Kerrigan Lichtsinn, Brayden Lichtsinn and Liam Kaiser. Charles was preceded in death by his father, Miles Thatcher, mother, Gertrude S. Bagley, and step-father, John Bagley. Service is at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at D. O. McComb and Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road with calling 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Rev. Douglas Croucher officiating. Burial in Concordia Cemetery Gardens, Fort Wayne. Memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice or Family c/o Sandra Thatcher.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; October 6, 2019

Jeffersonville, Ind, Feb 11 - John P. Thompson, the wealthy farmer who was dragged for a mile by a runaway horse, tearing all the flesh from his left side died this morning in terrible agony of lockjaw, after lingering two weeks. The remains will be interred in Louisville.
Indianapolis Journal, Marion County, IN; Tuesday, 12 Feb 1895, p3
Contributed by Karen Zach

Donald E. Thornton, 77, passed away Thursday, March 15, 2018. He was born in Decatur, IN to the late William "Whitey" and Ella Ireta Thornton. Don graduated from Decatur High School in 1959, attended Ball State University, and went on to graduate from the International Business College in Fort Wayne, IN. He retired as the Vice President of Home Loan Bank of Fort Wayne, with over 25 years of service. After retirement, Don enjoyed traveling, visiting family, and his grandkids. He was very active in the community and enjoyed volunteering his time and talents. He was a board member at the Volunteer Center (RSVP) and the League for the Blind and Disabled. He loved helping with coats for kids and assisting people with taxes. Don was a member of the Lions Club, having received the Melvin Jones Fellow Award for his dedicated humanitarian services in 2017. He was a member of Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church. Surviving are his children, Chris (Mary Schoeppel) Thornton of Tell City, IN; Gary (Paula) Thornton of Palm Harbor, FL; and Gina (Jon) Sailer of Lexington, SC; and his grandchildren, Lauren and Jack Sailer. Also surviving are his sisters, Reta Thornton and Mary Tricker, both of Decatur, IN. Don was preceded in death by his wife, Sarah M. Thornton, and sister, Alice Johnson. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 am March 20, 2018 at Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church, 7215 St. Joe Road Fort Wayne IN. with calling one hour prior. Calling will also be Monday, March 19, 2018, from 2-5 & 7-9 with a vigil service at 4:30 pm at D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 E Dupont Road, Fort Wayne IN. Burial will be in the Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to RSVP.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 17, 2018

Portland - Nick Timmons, 50, formerly of Portland, died Friday at home in Flowery Branch, Ga. He was in the wholesale marine and recreational business. He was in the commercial and residential roofing business as well. Surviving are one brother, four sisters, and his grandmother, Nellie A. Mills of Portland. Services at 1:30 pm Tuesday in Baird-Freeman Funeral Home; calling 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 pm Monday. Memorials to the cancer fund or Masonic Home in Gainesville, Ga.
Journal-Gazette, Allen County, IN; December 5, 1987, Page 4A
Contributed by Jim Cox

Mrs. Lelah C. Vandiver, 49 years old, died yesterday in Methodist Hospital. A native of Nineveh, Mrs. Vandiver had lived here 33 years. Her home was at 330 North Keystone Avenue. For the last three years she was a tabulator at Kingan Division of Hy-Grade Food Products Corporation. She was a member of Fountain Square Christian Church.?? Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday in Harry W. Moore Peace Chapel.?? Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery at Franklin. Survivors include the husband, Harry A. Vandiver; a daughter, Miss Betty Jean Vandiver; her father, Roy Griffith, a brother, Clifton Griffith, all of Indianapolis and a sister, Mrs. Marie Allen of Trafalgar.
Indianapolis Star, Marion County, IN; Wednesday, 2 March 1960, p 21
Contributed by Karen Zach

Ross Vaughn, 78, of Fort Wayne, died at 6:45 am Sunday in Parkview Memorial Hospital. Mr Vaughn, a native of Arcola, was a retired salesman with Simplicity Farm Implement Co. Surviving are a son, Roland R, of New London, Wis; and a brother, Mearle, of Fort Wayne. Services will be at 2 pm Wednesday in DO McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, with calling there from 7 to 9 pm today. Burial will be in Covington Memorial Gardens.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, IN; July 12, 1983
Contributed by Jim Cox

Dr. Ramon J. Villamil, 93, of Bluffton passed away on Sunday evening, March 25, 2018, at River Terrace Estates in Bluffton. Dr. Villamil was born in Bayamon, Puerto Rico on December 03, 1924 to Jose & Flor (Marrero) Villamil. He married Antonia "Toni" Segura on April 8, 1944 in Puerto Rico. She preceded him in death on January 1, 2014. Dr. Villamil served in the United States Army during WWII at the Panama Canal Zone and the Middle Pacific War Theatre. He was honorably discharged from the military. Dr. Villamil graduated from the University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus with a BS in Pharmaceutical Sciences in 1950, a BS in Sciences (Pre-Med) in 1953, and a Doctoral in Medicine and Surgery in 1957. He completed his internship at the San Juan City Hospital from 1957-1958. Dr. Villamil completed his Cardiology Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in 1976. For the first five years after graduation, Dr. Villamil's focus was on General Medicine. The next ten years he focused on Internal Medicine Proctorship in San Juan, Puerto Rico. In 1973, he started his Fellowship in Cardiac Laboratory in Cardiovascular disease at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation for two years, and then one additional year as an associate staff of Dr. F. Mason Sones. Upon moving to the Caylor-Nickel Clinic in Bluffton, IN, he was appointed as Medical Director to cardiovascular laboratory for all invasive procedures. This position he held for sixteen years, the last three he was also a chairman of the Department of Cardiology. Upon retirement from the Caylor-Nickel Clinic in 1990 due to sudden loss of vision, Dr. Villamil returned to Puerto Rico. He had partial recovery of vision and returned to practice in Internal Medicine and Cardiology from 1995-1997, when he returned to Bluffton. Dr. Villamil was issued a Borden Prize at the Medical School in Public Health for his article "Electrocardiogram in Obstructive Cardiomyopathy," published in 1976. He along with Drs. Lardani and Serrano received the same award in 1978 for an article entitled "Hemodynamics and Coronary Angiography in Idiopathic Hypertrophic Subaortic Stenosis." During his years of medicine, Dr. Villamil was part of numerous societies, including American Society of Cardiac Angiography, American College of Cardiology, American College of Physicians, American Medical Association, Puerto Rico Medical Association, Section of Internal Medicine of Puerto Rico Medical Association, American Society of Internal Medicine, Indiana State Medical Association, International College of Angiology, Wells County Medical Society and Puerto Rico College of Physicians. Between 1995 and 1997, Dr. Villamil was a consultant Cardiologist at San Juan City Hospital affiliated to University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. He has resided in Wells County since 1976 and was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church. Dr. Villamil enjoyed boating and deep sea fishing until he caught a shark and Toni made him sell his boat. He liked auto racing, especially when he was the driver. He was a golf fanatic participating with the Under the Tree Gang at Parlor City. He had a love of photography and reading, especially medical journals. Survivors include a son, Jose' E. (Maria) Villamil of Puerto Rico, a daughter, Mary C. (Adolfo) Porrata of Bluffton, siblings; Felix Villamil of Fort Lauderdale, FL., Francisco Villamil of Puerto Rico, Evangeline Russo of Long Island, New York and five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Manuel Villamil, Carmen Martinez. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Msgr. Pius N. IIechukwa officiating. Military honors will be conducted following mass by the United States Army and American Legion Post #111 of Bluffton. Calling hours will take place for two hours prior to service at the church. Preferred memorials are to the Wells County Animal Shelter & Honor Flight of Northeast Indiana. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home in Bluffton.
Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home, Wells County, IN; March 27, 2018

Bill Wade, 48, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Churubusco, passed away on March 9, 2018, at his home. Born in Whitley County on June 15, 1969, the only son of Hilda M. Wade. Bill spent his formative years in Churubusco and graduated from Chuubusco High School in 1987. He was employed at Trelleborg in New Haven for the last five years. He enjoyed watching Star Wars and reading. He also enjoyed visiting different wineries. Bill is survived by his daughter, Jes (Brandon Cheatham) Wade of Modesto, CA; and many cousins. He is preceded in death by his mother, Hilda Wade. Calling will take place at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Thursday, March 15, 2018 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Services will begin at 10:30 AM, at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Friday, March 16, 2018. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery, Allen County.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, IN; March 12, 2018

Father of city residents dies
John M. Weaver, 82, of route 2, Convoy, O., one and one-half miles north of Middlebury in Harrison township, father of two Decatur residents, died at 9:40 a.m. Saturday at the Van Wert, O., county hospital, where he had been a patient for the past month. He was a retired farmer and former employee of the Ohio state highway department, and was employed at the Continental Can Co., Van Wert, retiring 10 years ago after 15 years of service. Born in Tully township, Van Wert county, he was the son of Eva and Agnes Myers-Weaver, and was married April 20, 1913, to Ada Finkhousen, who survives. They were married 60 years. Also surviving are 11 children, Glen, of route 2, Ohio City; Don, of route 2, Ohio City; Paul, of route 2, Convoy, O.; Bill, of route 2, Ohio City; Tom, of route 2,Convoy; Mrs. Floyd (Helen) Schindler, of route 4, Van Wert; Mrs. Robert (Norma) Feasel, of Decatur; Mrs. Art (Marietta) Heller, of route 2, Convoy, Mrs. Cleva Myers, of route 2,Convoy; Mrs. Gary (Barbara) Gehres, of route 2, Ohio City; and Mrs. Gerald (Phyllis) Ulman, of Decatur; one sister, Mrs. Ray (Etta) Snyder of Marion, O.; four half-brothers, Earl, of Convoy; Gould, of Mendon, O.; Gale, of route 1, Convoy and Harold, of Convoy; 36 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. One son, John R. and two daughters, Alma, and Mrs. Arlene Zinn, preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Zwick funeral home, with Rev. William F. Metz officiating. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F cemetery at Convoy. Friends may call at the Zwick funeral home.
[Burial: Gardens of Memory, Huntington, Huntington County, Indiana]
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Monday, Oct. 29, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

Mary L. Welch, 84, passed away Saturday, March 10, 2018 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was a native and lifetime resident of Fort Wayne, IN, and born to the late Acy and Viola Conner. Mary was an employee at JC Penney for 17yrs years. She was a member of United Faith Presbyterian Church. Mary loved to travel whether on family excursions to Disney World or going camping with her husband. Surviving are her children, Linda (Marvin) Haugk of Hoagland, IN; Vickie (Rene) Majors of Linden, TN; Pam (Bob) Satterthwaite of Fort Wayne, IN; Sharon (Jim) Klima of Hicksville, OH; son-in-law, Tim Bergman, daughter-in-law, Gloria Welch, sisters, Gladys Holt, Violet Cook all of Fort Wayne, IN; 24 grandchildren 37 great-grandchildren 13 great-great-grandchildren and her beloved dog Angel. Mary was preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert D. Welch, son, Gene Welch, and a daughter, Bonita Bergman. Service is 10:00 AM Friday March 16, 2018 at D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue Fort Wayne IN 46805 with calling one hour prior. Calling also Thursday March 15, 2018 from 2-5 and 7-9 pm at the funeral home. Burial in I.O.O.F. Cemetery New Haven, IN. Memorials may be made to the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 12, 2018

Rose Marie Westfall, 85, of Van Buren, IN, passed away at 3:53 PM on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at Marion General Hospital in Marion, IN. She was born on Sunday, March 13, 1932, in Van Buren, IN to Harrie & Celesta (Anderson) Plummer. She married Kenneth W. Westfall on Sunday, June 21, 1953 in Van Buren, IN; together the two have celebrated 64 years of marriage. Rose Marie was a 1950 graduate of Van Buren High School. After high school she attended Taylor University and graduated from the University of Nevada with a degree elementary education. She graduated with her Master's degree in education from Ball State University. Rose Marie was a former teacher at Van Buren Elementary for 33 years, where she was the first Kindergarten teacher in Van Buren and Washington Twp. She was a member of Epta Epsilon, Lioness Club and Grant County Farm Bureau. Rose Marie was a lifetime member of the Van Buren Methodist Church. She enjoyed gardening, knitting, collecting china dolls and teddy bears and most importantly spending time with family. Loving survivors include: Husband - Kenneth W. Westfall, Van Buren, IN, Sons - Jim (Brenda) Westfall, Sweetser, IN, Dr. Mark (Pamela) Westfall, Marion, IN, Daughters - Jane (Bill) Hemmick, Van Buren, IN, Debbie (Gary) DeLong, Van Buren, IN, 11Grandchildren -Matthew (Mary) DeLong, Marion, IN, Joshua DeLong, Van Buren, IN, Nathan (Tabitha) DeLong, Marion, IN, Bradley (Morgan) Hemmick, St. Louis, MO, Aaron (Lyndsay) Hemmick, Elkhart, IN, Caleb (Carli) Hemmick, Ft. Wayne, IN, Sara (Sean) Richardson, Indianapolis, IN, Michael (Katie) Westfall, Sweetser, IN, Kristie (Kolby) Shultz, Sweetser, IN, Haley (Richard) Ladouceur, Canton, NY, Jamaica (Nick) Westfall-Snyder, Ft. Wayne, IN, 12 Great Grandchildren- Chloe Ladouceur, Hannah Ladouceur, Abigail Ladouceur, Morgan DeLong, Marshall DeLong, Carter DeLong, Eli Westfall, Faith Westfall, Carson Shultz, Lincoln Hemmick, Forde Hemmick and Eve Hemmick. She was preceded in death by her: Parents- Harrie & Celesta (Anderson) Plummer and Brother - Richard Plummer. Family and friends may gather to share and remember at Van Buren United Methodist Fellowship Hall 105 S. 2nd St. Van Buren, IN 46991 on Monday, March 12, 2018 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A service to celebrate Rose Marie's life will be at the Van Buren United Methodist Church 108 S. 2nd St. Van Buren at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 13, 2018; viewing will be held one hour prior to the service at the Church. Rev. John Parks will be officiating, assisted by Pastor Lucinda Osgood. Interment will follow in the Gardens of Memory in rural Marion. Preferred memorials: Van Buren United Methodist Church, 108 S. 2nd St., Van Buren, IN 46991. Arrangements are being handled by Ferguson & Glancy Funeral Home in Van Buren.
Ferguson & Glancy Funeral Home, Grant County, IN; March 8, 2018

Dorothy Wetzel, 85, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018. Born in Newark, New Jersey, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Peter and Helen Schmitz. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother to her family. She worked as a lunch lady for FWCS for 30 years prior to retirement. Surviving are her husband of 65 years, John Wetzel of Fort Wayne; children, Linda (Brian) Derbyshire of Lyman, SC, Julie (Don) France of Auburn, Kyle (Deborah) Wetzel of Fort Wayne; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. Service is 1:00 pm, Friday, March 23, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling from 11:00 am until the service, Pastor Todd France officiating. Memorials may be made to the donor's choice.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, IN; March 16, 2018

AUBURN - James R. Whittington, 90, died Thursday, March 8, 2018, at Smith Farms Manor in Auburn. He was born Oct. 13, 1927, in Auburn to Roy and Lydia (Hippenhammer) Whittington. He married Charlotte M. LaRowe on March 24, 1945, in Garrett, and she survives in Auburn. Mr. Whittington worked as a machine operator for 40 years at Warner Gear in Auburn, retiring in 1990. He also worked at the Kruse Auction Park for 12 years. He was a member of the DeKalb County Fair Association and the DeKalb County Horsemen's Association. He was also a member of the team that drove the horse-drawn carriage for various weddings and funerals. Also surviving are four children, Beth and Gene Gross of Auburn, Brenda (Tony) Darling of Fort Wayne, Bernard Whittington of Fort Wayne and Brad (Kari) Whittington of Jacksonville, Florida; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Rolland Whittington, Paul Whittington and Harold Whittington; and a sister, Effie Whittington. Visitation will be Monday from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 Center St., Auburn. A private family graveside service will follow in Cedar Creek Cemetery in rural Auburn Memorials are to DeKalb County Horseman's Association or Heartland Hospice.
Feller & Clark Funeral Home, DeKalb County, IN; March 8, 2018

Ruth U. Wilson, 93, of Auburn died Monday, March 5, 2018, at The Laurels of DeKalb Nursing Home in Butler. Mrs. Wilson worked at the Auburn Rubber Company, Messenger Corp. in Auburn and was a waitress for 14 years at the Greenhurst Country Club in Auburn. She was a member of the County Line Church of God in rural Auburn. She was also a volunteer at the Victory Museum. She was born January 11, 1925, in DeKalb County to the late Warren E. and Doris P. (Meyer) Noragon. She married Lloyd K. Wilson on January 31, 1947, in Auburn, and he died September 13, 1998. Surviving are three children, Lorri and David Christlieb of Port Charlotte, Florida, Dale and Diane Wilson of Auburn, and James and Barbara Heller of Auburn; nine grandchildren, Mark Heller, Debra Eberhard, Diana Heller, Jon Forrest, Mike Forrest, Lisa Goodman, Brad Wilson, Jenny Caylor and Taya Saunders; and nine great-grandchildren, Jenna, Kyle, Jordan, Emma, Evan, Madyson, Benjamin, Kathryn and Anastasia. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter Betty Forrest; grandson Travis Christlieb; daughter-in-law Marsha Heller; two brothers, Robert Noragon and Lyle Noragon; and a sister, Deloris Carpenter. A graveside service will take place at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery, 1605 Center St., Auburn, with Pastor Steve Schlatter officiating. Visitation will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday prior to the service at Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 Center St., Auburn. Memorials may be directed to Community Foundation of DeKalb County.
Feller & Clark Funeral Home, DeKalb County, IN; March 5, 2018

Marian Jane (Poppele) Winebrenner passed away on March 27, 2018 in Columbia City. Born in south Chicago on May 28, 1922, she was the daughter of Marion and Vera Mae (Morrison) Bohmer. Upon the death of her parents at the age of two, she was adopted by a loving couple, George and Magdelene Poppele. Marian attended Holy Cross and St. Columbanus Catholic schools in Chicago until the family moved to Garrett around 1936. There, she attended St. Joseph Catholic school where Marian graduated in 1940 as valedictorian. Times were hard, but with the help of her mother, Marian was able to attend the St. Joseph School of Nursing in Ft. Wayne. While at nursing school, she was introduced to a handsome young man that would be the love of her life - Hobert Winebrenner of Merriam. WWII interrupted, and Marian said goodbye to her love when he was shipped off to Europe. When Hobert returned from the war, they were married on Nov. 20, 1945 in Garrett. The young couple moved to Merriam and built their lifetime home. Marian continued her career in nursing at Luckey Hospital in Wolf Lake and then Whitley County Memorial Hospital in Columbia City. As a labor and delivery nurse, she ushered nearly a thousand little ones into the world. Throughout her life she was a member of the St. John Bosco Catholic Church and St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church. She was also a member of the Red Hat Society. The focus of Marian's life were her children. She instilled in them a deep Catholic faith, love of music and love of family. Her grandchildren were always so very dear to her and brought her tremendous joy. She was sure that her great-grandchildren were the smartest and most beautiful in the world! Surviving are her three children, Steve (Valerie) Winebrenner of Fulton, MD; Tony (Jill) Winebrenner of Albion and Jane (Bill) Stroup of Columbia City; six grandchildren, Kara (Paul) Kehoe of Rockville, MD; Erik (Mindy) Winebrenner of Ellicott City, MD; Kristina (Tom) Tsuleff of Ft. Wayne; Sarah (Lloy) Ball of Angola; Joshua (Nichole) Stroup of Round Rock, TX and Dr. Kathleen (Kyle) Heimann of Decatur; 13 great-grandchildren, Annabelle and Lexi Kehoe, Joey and Elliott Winebrenner, Daniel and Peter Tsuleff, Dyer and Mya Ball, Falon and Rexton Stroup, Sebastian, Frankie and Xavier Heimann; Marian's shi-tzu, Freddie was her loyal companion for the last 8 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Hobert Winebrenner on April 25, 2009. Calling will take place at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., with Holy Rosary at 8:00 p.m. Calling also one hour prior to the service at the church. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:00 AM, at St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church, Columbia City on Wednesday, April 4, 2018. Burial will follow at Christian Chapel Cemetery, Merriam. In lieu of flowers please make memorials to Whitley County Human Shelter or St. Paul of the Cross (repair fund).
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, IN; March 28, 2018

Father of city resident dies
Harry Wolfcale, 90, of route 2, Convoy, O., father of Lucile Bodle of Decatur, died at 12:15 p.m. Saturday at the Totalcare nursing home, Celina, O. He was born on April 11, 1883, in Van Wert (O.) county, the son of Clark and Rachel Mosier-Wolfcale, and was married on Feb. 19, 1908, to Daisy Heath. Survivors include his wife; one son, Wilbur Wolfcale of Middle Points, O.; four daughters, Thelma Davis, Mildred Book and Mrs. David (Zulpha) Hoaglin, all of Convoy, O., and Lucile Bodle of Decatur; 24 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. today at the Stainfield funeral home, Convoy, O., with Rev. Gary Exman officiating. Burial was in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Monday, Nov. 5, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski

November 30, 1920 -- March 16, 2018
Tobias B. Yoder, 97, of Topeka, died at 6:55 pm on Friday, March 16, at Goshen Hospital. He was born on November 30, 1920 in Thomas, OK, to Benedict T. and Mary Ann (Bontrager) Yoder. Surviving are two daughters, Patsy Yoder of Topeka, Linda Yoder of Sarasota, FL; granddaughter, Rachel Yoder of Goshen; great-grandson, Darin Yoder; great-granddaughter, Laura Yoder. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Minnie Alice (Beachy) Yoder; second wife, Katie E. (Swartzentruber) Yoder; daughter, Karen Kay Yoder; son-in-law, Samuel Jay Yoder; two great-grandsons, Ross DeWayne and LaVern Jay Yoder; five sisters, Fannie Mast, Malinda Wingard, Edna Yoder, Clara Wingard, Bertha Yoder. Tobias was a retired farmer and a member of Sharon Bethel Mennonite Church. Visitation will be from 2:00 - 8:00 pm on Tuesday, March 20, and 1:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 pm Wednesday, March 21, at Fairhaven Mennonite Church, 13513 State Road 4 Goshen. Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Thursday, March 22, also at the church. Burial will be in Thomas Cemetery, Goshen.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, IN; March 17, 2018

Former Juanita Johnson, sister of area residents, dies at Parkview hospital
Mrs. Robert (Juanita) Young, 55, of Marion, a former Decatur resident and the sister of four Adams county residents, died Wednesday evening at Parkview memorial hospital, Fort Wayne, following a short illness. She suffered a stroke last weekend. She was born in Decatur on April 8, 1918, the daughter of William H. and Eva Boch-Johnson, and they both preceded her in death in 1970. Her parents were former Decatur residents and also resided in Blue Creek township on route 1, Monroe. Mrs. Young was a member of the First United Methodist Church at Marion. Surviving are her husband, Dr. Robert Young, a Marion physician; five children; 10 brothers and sisters, Mrs. Glen (Shirley) Everett, postmaster at Pleasant Mills; Mrs. Orville (Mary) Royer, of route 4, Decatur; Mrs. Douglas (Lorraine) Allen, of Syracuse; Mrs. Carl (Dorothy) Hunziker, of Leesburg, Mrs. Orland (Bea) Hawkins, of Marion; Mrs. Carl (Geraldine) Johnson, of route 10, Fort Wayne; Mrs. Ralph (Patricia) Simmerman, of Fort Wayne; Richard (Dick) Johnson, of route 1, Monroe; Bill W. Johnson, of route 1, Monroe; and Jack Johnson, of Lancaster, Calif. John and Robert Boch of Decatur are first cousins. Funeral arrangements will be made this afternoon at the Shawley Memorial Chapel, 2901 South Washington street, Marion.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, IN; Thursday, Nov. 1, 1973
Rites are Saturday for Juanita Young
Funeral services for Mrs. Robert (Juanita) Young, 55, of Marion, a former Adams county resident, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Shawley Memorial Chapel, Marion, with burial in the Gardens of Memory cemetery, located in Huntington county. She died Wednesday evening. Mrs. Young, the former Juanita Johnson, was the sister of four Adams county residents. Friends may call at the Shawley Memorial Chapel, 2901 South Washington street, Marion 46952, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; Friday, November 2, 1973
Contributed by Janice Vasilovski