EMMA M. ADAMS, 90, of Sherman, Ill., died Monday in St. John Hospice, Springfield, Ill. The Burt, Iowa., native was physical education teacher, dean of girls and summer school principal at Fort Wayne Central High School, supervised summer activities for Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department, coached Uhlig Machine Co. girls softball team to state finalists in 1944 and city champions in 1946. She was a member of the Indiana Teachers Association and Indiana Congress of Parents and Teachers Inc. Surviving are a niece and a nephew. Services, without calling hours, are 1 p.m. tomorrow in D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave. Burial will be in Lindenwood Cemetery.
News-Sentinel, The (Fort Wayne, IN) - Wednesday, April 6, 1994
Contributed by Jim Cox

KENNETH ADAMS, 60, died Sunday at Lutheran Hospital. Born in Fort Wayne, he owned J.M.M. & Service. Surviving are his wife, Dianna K.; two daughters, Janet Wagoner of Fort Wayne and Laurie Beck of Albion; a son, Michael of Fort Wayne; a brother, Wesley of Fort Wayne; his parents, Ellis E. and Josephine Adams of Fort Wayne; and five grandchildren. Services at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Home Winchester Road Chapel, 6424 Winchester Road. Calling an hour before services. Calling also from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. today. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Memorials to Waynedale United Methodist Church.
Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; Tuesday, April 6, 1999
Contributed by Jim Cox

Jonathan Jeffry "JJ" Atz, 40, of Fort Wayne and formerly of Kendallville went to join his Lord on Monday, November 13, 2017, surrounded by family and close friends. He was ushered into Heaven in a room full of worship and prayer as a small, but meaningful echo of the legacy he leaves behind. He was born April 24, 1977, in Fort Wayne to Jeffery N. and Jonelle (Ferris) Atz. On September 29, 2012, in Avilla he married the love of his life, Danielle L. DeCamp and welcomed her daughter, Ava into his heart and later adopted her. They welcomed their second daughter, Aria into this world in 2015. Mr. Atz worked as a manager of their family business, Puritan Ice Cream Company in Kendallville until the company was sold. For the last five years, he has worked for Prairie Farms in Battle Creek, Michigan. JJ was a member of Pine Hills Kendallville Church and spent his formative years at First Assembly of God in Fort Wayne, where his love for the Lord and children's ministry were nurtured. He enjoyed loving and raising his children. He will be remembered for his contagious laughter, joy, and love for the Lord. Surviving are his wife, Danielle; daughters, Ava and Aria; his father and mom, Jeffery and Laurie Atz of Fort Wayne; his mother, Jonelle (Robert Bercher) McCaffrey of Altamonte Springs, Florida; sisters, Jennifer (Brian) Johnson of Deltona, Florida, Angel (Daniel) Moseley of Fort Wayne, and Hope (Zachary) Dykehouse of Columbia City; brothers, Christopher (Angela) Harouff of Fort Wayne and Mark (Geremy) Harouff of St. Louis, Missouri; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Sharon and Billy Smith of Kendallville; father-in-law, Joseph DeCamp of Kendallville; paternal grandmother, Rose Marie Atz of Fort Wayne; maternal grandparents, Craig and Laurie McAllister of Sarasota, Florida, and Mike and Beverly McGowan of Venice, Florida; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Sasha (Donnie) Taylor of Kendallville, Scky (Joshua) Marshall of Kendallville, Damien (Amy) DeCamp of Kendallville, Krista (Chad) Robinson of Three Rivers, Michigan, Desiree (Austin Jimenez) DeCamp of Kendallville, Andrew Smith of Kendallville, and Matthew Smith of Kendallville; and nieces and nephews, Laela, Ella, Gabe, Audrey, Rosie, Truly, Savannah, Isabel, Mia, Liam, Brooke, Sean, Charlie, Drew, Raylynn, Grey, Adley, Edeyn, MaKaylee, Kaysen, Brody, Chance, Elijah, Ava, DJ, and Lilah'Rose. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Norman Atz. Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 22, 2017, at 11 a.m. at the First Assembly of God, 1400 West Washington Center Road, Fort Wayne with Pastor Marc Buwalda of Pine Hills Kendallville Church officiating. Burial will be at 3 p.m. in Lake View Cemetery, Kendallville. Honorary pallbearers will be Damien DeCamp, Brian Johnson, Tyler Lash, Josh Marshall, Eric Pio, Chad Robinson, and Andrew Smith. Active pallbearers will be Casey Cormany, Zach Dykehouse, Chris Harouff, Mark Harouff, Daniel Moseley, Matthew Smith, Chris Sparkman, and Donnie Taylor. Calling will be Tuesday, November 21, 2017, from 2 to 8 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church. Preferred memorials are to the family.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 17, 2017

EDNA B. AUGENSTEIN, 88, of Fort Wayne, died Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2008, at Golden Years Homestead, Fort Wayne. Born Sept. 15, 1919, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of the late Barney and Myrtle Disler. The 1937 South Side High School graduate married Dale G. Augenstein on June 20, 1941. She was a member of the Martini Lutheran Church, New Haven. She is survived by her husband, Dale G. of Fort Wayne; children, Ron (Jan) Augenstein of Springfield, Ohio, Robert Augenstein of Urbana, Ohio, Jean (Hal) Howard of Greenville, S.C., Stan (Lani) Augenstein of Fort Wayne, and Keith Augenstein of Fort Wayne; brother, Kenneth Disler of Fort Wayne; daughters-in-law, Jamie Augenstein of Flower Mound, Texas and Marlene Augenstein of Fort Wayne; 16 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Steven Augenstein; and siblings, Mable, Grace, Mildred, Roselma, Dolly, Buddy, Arthur, Ray, Delbert, and Willis. Service is 10 a.m. Saturday at Martini Lutheran Church, 333 Moeller Road, New Haven, with calling one hour prior. Calling also from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, 740 Indiana Hwy. 930 E., New Haven. Burial in Concordia Cemetery Gardens, Fort Wayne. Preferred memorials to Martini Lutheran Church or Heartland Hospice Care.
Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; January 10, 2008

Word was received here yesterday of the death of Louise Auman, two and one-half year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Auman, at 6:30 o'clock yesterday morning at the family home at Crestline, O. from septic poisoning. The child was born in this city. The mother was formerly Miss Doris (Dora) Knipster (Knipstein) of this city. Mr. Auman is store keeper for the Pennsylvania railroad. The funeral party will arrive here at 4:25 o'clock this afternoon and the body will be taken to the home of the grandmother, Mrs. Elias Auman, 1119 McCulloch street. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon at the home of the grandmother, the Rev. August Lange officiating. Burial will be made in Concordia cemetery.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; January 27, 1922
Contributed by Jim Cox

Dona Marie Baade, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Baade, Waynedale, died Sunday night at the home of the parents. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 o'clock this afternoon at the residence. Burial will be in Prairie Grove Cemetery.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; February 21, 1909
Contributed by Jim Cox

Mary Louise "Suzy" Bianski, 92, of Laotto, passed away at 11:00 p.m. on November 22, 2017 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born on July 23, 1925 in Allen County, Indiana. She was the only daughter of Arthur and Irma (Drewett) Happel. She spent her formative years in Arcola and she graduated from Arcola High School where she was also a high school Cheerleader. Suzy met the love of her life in the Pat's Cafe in Churubusco. she was married to Ralph F. Bianski in Ege on June 26, 1948. The coupled settled in Ege in 1950. He preceded her in death on May 20, 2005. Suzy and Ralph ran the Bianski Grocery Store and Gas Station in Ege for many years. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Ege. She was very active in the church's Rosary Society. She was Ege's mom to many children. She loved family and cherished everyone. She was Ege's only celebrity as she was on Hoosier Million and T.V. She loved walking in her woods, mushroom hunting and traveling. She loved to take her family on vacation including California and most recently two trips to Las Vegas with all her kids. Suzy is survived by six children, Philip Bianski of LaOtto, Nick (Yvonne) Bianski of Churubusco, Tina (Dave) Macy of LaOtto, Mariann Peters of Fort Wayne, Jody (Stan) Ward, Sara (Garry) Polakovic both of LaOtto; a brothers, Donald Happel; 25 grandchildren, 37 great grandchildren, and one great great grandson. In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by a son John Bianski; a granddaughter Jeni Bianski; a grandson, Josep Bianski; and two brothers, Robert "Bobby" Happel and Charles "Johnny" Happel. Visiting hours will take place at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Monday, November 27, 2017 from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Holy Rosary at 8:00 p.m. Calling one hour prior to the service at the funeral Home. Services will begin at 11:00 AM, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of Ege on Tuseday, November 28, 2017. Burial will follow at Ege Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please direct memorials to Riley Children's Hospital.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; November 24, 2017

Death Claims Father, Husband
Henry Bischoff, 79, died at 6 o'clock Thursday morning at his home on the Parent road, following an extended illness of senility and arteriosclerosis. He had been bedfast the past year. Mrs. Orba Rodahaver of Chicago, former Allen county resident was attending her father here until late Wednesday, when she was called to her home in Chicago on account of the death of her husband, Robert Rodahaver, 42, who had been fatally injured in a Chicago railroad yards accident. The bodies of Mr. Roadahver and Mr. Bischoff have been taken to Scheumann's funeral home. They may be viewed there tonight. Mr. Bischoff is survived by the widow, Elizabeth; a son, Herman Bischoff of this city; the daughter; a foster son Fred Schlegel of New Haven and 12 grandchildren. He was a member of St Peter's Lutheran church. The body of Mr. Bischoff will be taken to the residence Saturday morning. Funeral service will be Sunday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the home, and at 2 o'clock at the St Peter's Lutheran church, Rev. Henry Abram officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Surviving Mr. Rodahaver are the wife, one daughter, Orba Gloria Rodahaver, and the mother in Allegon, Mich. Funeral service will be at 1:30 o'clock Saturday afternoon at the Scheumann funeral home. Burial will be in the St Peter's Lutheran cemetery.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; December 16, 1938
Contributed by Jim Cox

Dr. Jack L. Black, 83, died Tuesday, February 18, 2014. He was born April 3, 1930 in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Paul R. and Goldie Black. Jack was an Optometrist for 50 years in various cities in Indiana. He was a Navy Corpsman Veteran during the Korean War and a member of St. Michael Lutheran Church. Surviving are his wife of 62 years, Joretta Black, children, Gina (Bradford) Durham, Gary Black, sisters, Judith Strate, Jean Boyles, grandchildren, David, Lauren, A.J., Ross, Kaitlyn and great-grandchildren, Hailie, Kylie, Matthew, and Landon. He was preceded in death by a brother Robert Black. Service will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, February 21, 2014 at St. Michael Lutheran Church, 2132 Getz Rd. with calling 1 hour prior to service. Burial will be in Covington Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers please send memorials to St. Michael Lutheran Church or Donor's Choice.
Covington Memorial Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; February 19, 2014

Mrs. Sadie Branning, 84, of 3231 S Harrison St, died at 5:35 pm yesterday in Lutheran Hospital where she was a patient nine days. A member of the Emmaus Lutheran Church, she lived here most of her life, coming to the United States from Germany as a young girl. Surviving are the husband, Frederick; three sons, Carl Beghart, Tri-Lakes, and Walter Gebhart and Harold Gebhart, both of Fort Wayne; 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. The body was removed to the DO McComb & Sons Funeral Home.
Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; February 18, 1959
Contributed by Jim Cox

Mrs. L. Bratmiller (Bradtmiller), aged sixty-two years, died at the Lutheran hospital from internal injuries received at Concordia college on July fourth. The accident occurred when two small boys ran into her knocking her to the ground. It was at first thought that her injuries were not serious, but later developments made her recovery hopeless. The deceased was a member of St Paul's Lutheran church and of the church society. Surviving relatives are the following children: Henry and Herman of Kendallville; Theodore of Minneapolis; Mrs. John Stokes, Mrs. John Davis, Mrs. CH Marahrens, and Miss Marie Bratmiller (Bradtmiller) of Fort Wayne. Also a brother, William Meinzen, and two sisters, Mrs. H Lichtsinn and Mrs. William Grewe. The body was removed to the home of the daughter, Mrs. CH Marahrens, 2401 Calhoun street, from where the funeral will be held Friday.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; July 12, 1917
Contributed by Jim Cox

VETERAN PENNSY EMPLOYE DIES AFTER SHORT ILLNESS
Louis Braun, 69, died yesterday morning at 10 o'clock at the family home, 1405 Division street, of intestinal hemorrhage after an illness of only two weeks. Mr. Braun was born in Germany and at the age of 5 years came to this country with his parents and settled in Allen county. When still a young man he procured a job with the Pennsylvania railroad company and worked in the local shops for more than 49 years. Two years ago last May he was retired on pension by the company. Mr. Braun was in the best of health until taken down by the malady which caused his death. He is survived by the widow, three children, Jacob, Louise and Mrs. Kenneth Szink(?) and two grandchildren, all of this city. He was a lifelong member of the St. Paul Lutheran church and a member of the BUV society. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the residence and at 2:30 at St Paul's Lutheran church, Rev. JW Miller will officiate. Interment in Concordia cemetery.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; July 30, 1923
Contributed by Jim Cox

Funeral services for Mrs. Dora Brouwer, 86, who died of senility and dropsy at 9 o'clock Sturday morning at her home at 826 East Jefferson street, will be held Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at Scheumann's funeral home and at 2pm in the Trinity English Lutheran church, Dr. Paul H. Krauss officiating. Burial will be in Concordia Lutheran cemetery. Friends may view the body at the funeral home after noon Monday. The deceased was a member of Trinity English Lutheran church. Born in Germany, she had resided here most of her life. Survivors include two sons, Adam and Erwin Hans of this city; a daughter, Mrs. Henry Weisheit of Fort Wayne; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; December 4, 1938
Contributed by Jim Cox

Wilhemina K. Brudi, aged forty-six years, wife of Rural Mail Carrier George Brudi, died at 7:30 o'clock at the family residence in Highland Park on route No 2 from gall stones after an illness of a month, the last week of which was spent at the Lutheran hospital. She was born at New Haven August 7, 1868. She was a member of St Paul's Lutheran church. She is survived by the husband and nine children, Paul, Ella, Laura, Freide, Phillip, Marle, Clara, Lela and Clarence, all of whom are at home. The funeral announcements will be made later.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; June 22, 1914
Contributed by Jim Cox

Hansel Wilson Bryant, 63, of Kendallville died Friday, December 1, 2017, at his residence. He was born November 11, 1954, in Hanover, West Virginia, to Ephe and Velda (Steele) Bryant. Mr. Bryant had worked at Bakers' Fruit and Flower Farm, Colwell General, and retired from Mahoney Foundry all in Kendallville. Hansel enjoyed driving and taught many in his family how to drive. He also enjoyed fishing and would talk to anyone he met. And, he loved to sing, especially crazy songs such as "Does your chewing gum lose its flavor on the bedpost overnight". Surviving are two brothers, Curtis Bryant of Hanover, West Virginia, and Hartsel Bryant of Iaegar, West Virginia; numerous nieces including, Sunni Bryant of Leo and Malinda Climaco of Auburn; numerous nephews including, Dennis Bryant of Kendallville and Johnny Cole of Wawaka; and a great-niece who was his pride and joy and his life, Rebecca "Miss Becky" Mathieu. He was preceded in death by his father, Ephe Bryant; his mother, Velda Williams; eight brothers, Charlie Bryant, Andy Bryant, Cecil Bryant, James Bryant, Riley Bryant, Ed Bryant, Robert Bryant, and Hershel Bryant; and two sisters, Bertha Mae Branham and Francis. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 6, 2017, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, 222 South State Street, Kendallville. There will be no funeral service. In lieu of flowers, preferred memorials may be directed to the Humane Society of Noble County or Erin's House for Grieving Children.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; December 2, 2017

Rita Y. Caldwell, 76, of Kendallville died Sunday, September 17, 2017, at 6:01 p.m. in Lutheran Life Villages, Kendallville. She was born October 10, 1940 in Garrett to Chester D. and Ruth M. (Ober) Lung. Rita received her master's degree in library science and worked as a librarian for the public school system for 34 years. She was on the board of directors and was a former officer for the Kendallville Day Care Center. Surviving is a daughter, Kristina (Ken) Wisner of Kendallville; five grandchildren, Dustin (Shantel Gates) Woods, Alisha (Adam Powers) Woods, Tiffany (Noel) Valle, Austin Woods, and Mackennzie Wisner; two step-grandchildren, Jonathon (Heather) Wisner and Matthew (Kayla Bowers) Wisner; and twelve great-grandchildren, Riley, Landon, Adrian, Caden, Serenity, Bryson, Tayton, Carson, Kayidence, Peyton, Sebastian, and Ellie Jo. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be Thursday, September 21, 2017, at 11 a.m. in Cedar Lake Church of the Brethren, 2939 Co Rd 15, Auburn with Pastor Duane Grady officiating. Burial will be in Christian Union Cemetery in Garrett. Calling is Wednesday, September 20, 2017, from 1 to 3 and 5 to 8 p.m. in Young Family Funeral Home, 222 South State Street, Kendallville, and one hour prior to services on Thursday at the church. Preferred memorials are to the Kendallville Day Care Center.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; September 18, 2017

July 25, 1966 -- December 6, 2016
Teresa Lynn Caldwell, 50, of Angola, formerly of Colon, MI, died at 10:00 am on Tuesday, December 6, at Northern Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Angola. She was born on July 25, 1966 in Edinburgh to William and Linda Sue (Bailey) Scott. Survivors are three sons, William Eugene (Heather) Caldwell of Albuquerque, MN, Darrell (Samantha) Caldwell of PA, Gary Caldwell of Colon, MI; two sisters, Darla Sue DeWitt of Colon, MI and Tina Mae Lansberg of White Pigeon, MI; five brothers, William Joseph Caldwell, II of White Pigeon, MI, Randall Dean Caldwell of Belle Glade, FL, Danny Scott of Jackson, NJ, David Ray Scott of Sturgis, MI, Stephen Matthew Scott of White Pigeon, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents. Linda was a homemaker, enjoyed watching soap operas and listening to music, especially rock and roll. She was a Harley Davidson motorcycle fan and loved spending time with her dog, Kilo. Visitation will be from 3:00 - 5:00 pm on Saturday, December 10, at the Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury. Funeral services will follow visitation at 5:00 pm also on Saturday at the funeral home. Services will be conducted by Pastor Dave Bell. Burial will be in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury. Memorials may be given to the funeral home to assist in funeral expenses.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, LaGrange County, Indiana; December 7, 2016

MARSHA L. CARDER, 60, passed away on Friday, Jan. 20, 2012, at Miller's Merry Manor. Born in Fort Wayne, she worked with Easter Seals- Arc of Northeast Indiana for 25 years. She enjoyed dancing, bowling, country music, and loved being around people. Surviving are her sisters, Judy (Dick) Gatton and Sandy (Bill) Branstrator, both of Fort Wayne, and Charlotte Hettinger of Winter Haven, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by parents, Pete and Irene Carder. Service is 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 23, 2012, at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road, with calling from 9 a.m. until the service. The Rev. Steven Roper officiating. Burial in Prairie Grove Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorials may be made to Easter Seals-Arc of Northeast Indiana, Inc.
Published in Fort Wayne Newspapers on January 21, 2012

George R. Castle, 90, passed away Friday, January 24, 2014 at home. Born in Sioux City, IA, George was the owner of Transmitter Repair Service Inc. He also worked at WPTA TV for 20 years and WKJG-TV for 15 years. George also worked on equipment at Huntington High School Radio Station and PBS 39, Access Fort Wayne and Worship For Shut Ins. He was a U S Army WW II veteran of the 505th PIR, 82nd Airborne and earned his Eagle Scout in 1940. Surviving are his daughter, Jeannette E (Charles E) Hite of Wilmington, NC; 6 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren, step-daughter, Cynda Clark of Fort Wayne, IN. George was preceded in death by his parents Ralph Waldo and Georgia B Castle, Spouse, Marilyn K Castle, daughter, Marilyn Foster. brothers, Robert and Ralph Castle . Funeral Service is Wednesday, 1:00 pm, January 29, 2014 at Elsey Rossman Media Center- Wolf Chapel on the campus of the Concordia Theological Seminary with calling one hour prior. Rev. Dr. Thomas Ahlersmeyer officiating. Calling will also be Tuesday, January 28, 2014 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Visiting Nurse, Worship for Shut Ins, Access Fort Wayne C/O Allen County Public Library or PBS Channel 39.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes, Allen County, Indiana; January 26, 2014

Decatur - June 18, Lynn Harvey Caston, 21 month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Caston, northwest of here, died at 2:35 am today after a day's illness. Surviving in addition the parents are a brother, Larry Lee, at home; the paternal grandparents, Adams County, and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Hagersfield, Allen County. Services will be conducted at 4 pm Thursday in the Ake & Son Funeral Home at Poe. Burial will be in Flatrock Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Crippled Children's Society.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; June 19, 1957
Contributed by Jim Cox

Delois "Dude" Clemons, 86, a resident of Churubusco and widow of Kelly Clemons, passed away at 6:28 p. m. on Monday, December 2, 2013 at her residence. Although she had been in declining health, her death was unexpected. Mrs. Clemons was born in Glomar, Kentucky on August 20, 1927, a daughter of Matt and Flossie (Kincaid) Fletcher. She spent her early years in Kentucky and moved to Churubusco with her parents in 1942. On July 6, 1946 she was married to Kelly Clemons, and lived most of her adult life in Churubusco. Employed at United Technology (Essex) in Columbia City, she retired from there in 1994 after 19 years. She was a member of the Churubusco Veteran's of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary Post 3846. Mr. Clemons preceded her in death in 1965. The surviving relatives include her daughter Sheryl (Tom) Dawson of Albion; three step-sons David (Dawna) Gatwood of Churubusco, John (Wendy) Gatwood of Fort Wayne, and Mark Gatwood of Churubusco; a sister Virginia Bulmer of Churubusco; a brother Billy Vernon (Chris) Fletcher of Danville, Ill; three grandchildren Abby (Dave) Caswell of Plymouth, Clint Davis of Churubusco, and Reece Partin of Albion; five step-grandchildren, one great-grandson, and six step-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers Jasper "Pete" Fletcher and Jesse Fletcher; and by two sisters Lillian Fletcher and Elizabeth Fletcher. Funeral services will be held at 10 a. m. Saturday at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home in Churubusco with Pastors Rick Van Horn and George Gatwood, officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 2 to 8 p. m. Interment will be in the Eel River Cemetery, south of Churubusco. For those who wish, memorials may be directed to the Humane Society of Whitley County or Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; December 3, 2013

FREDERICK "FRED" P. COFFEE, 88, of Fort Wayne, died on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2011, 1:26 p.m., at his home due to natural causes. Born Aug. 16, 1923, in Adams County, he was the son of the late Adrian Henry Coffee and Mary Elizabeth (Lobsiger). He was a graduate of Decatur Catholic High School and a resident of Allen County most of his life. He was a U.S. Navy World War II veteran and Purple Heart recipient. He married Patricia E. (Kintz) Coffee on May 10, 1947, in Fort Wayne; she died on Sept. 6, 2005. He was a member of the Navy Club of new Haven and attended annual reunions with fellow members of the VT 85 Squadron. Fred along with his wife, Pat, co-owned Graphic Typesetters for 25 years and Gensic Creative Metals for several. Surviving are his five daughters, Sandra (David) Jump of New Haven, Susan Fletter of Fort Wayne, Jeannine (Greg) Moyer of Columbia City, Janet (Christopher) Carey and Kathleen (Daniel) Lomont, both of Fort Wayne; 18 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one brother, Gary (Jane) Coffee of Fort Wayne; and one sister-in-law, Sandy Coffee of Fort Wayne. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Lou Coffee and Tom Coffee; and sister, Phyllis Jean Eichhorn. Funeral service is 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11, 2011, at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road, where calling is from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10, 2011. Certified funeral celebrant Jeff Lemler officiating. Interment will be held at a later date at Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Arrangements by Thoma/Rich, Chaney & Lemler Funeral Home, Bluffton.
Thoma/Rich, Chaney & Lemler Funeral Home, Wells County, Indiana; November 8, 2011

Betty Crabill, 94, beloved wife, mother, grandma, great grandma, great great grandma and sister, was called to her eternal resting place on September 9, 2017. She entered this world on September 28, 1922 in Smith Township, Whitley County, born to Jesse and Lillie (Prough) Zeigler. Betty spent her formative years in Churubusco and graduated from Churubusco High in 1940. She was married on June 16, 1940 to Lyman L. Crabill. He preceded her in death on December 4, 1999. She was a member of Collins United Methodist Church. She loved working in her large garden, crocheting, and sending cards and letters. She is survived by her five daughters, Patsy (Edward) Rollins, Nancy (Richard) Hess, Vonda (David) McEowen, Arlene (Robert) King and Norma (Steve) Solloway; two sons, Larry (Sandy) Crabill and Roger (Geri) Crabill; a brother, Allen (Jeanie) Zeigler; a sister, Joy Follis; 16 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren, 4 great great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and spouse, she was preceded in death by three children; Carita Ann, Stephen, Richard; two grandchildren, Troy Gruesbeck, Lonnie King; eight brothers, Clarence, Jay, Marshall, Ben, John, Ralph, Lee, Donald; four sisters, Mae Wappes, Geraldine Growcock, Martha Wappes and Barbara Nicodemus. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 15, 2017 at Sheets & Childs funeral Home from 3:00PM until 8:00 PM. Calling also one hour prior to the service. Services will begin at 11:00 AM, at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Saturday, September 16, 2017. Burial will follow at Eel River Cemetery, Allen County. In lieu of flowers please make memorials to Collins United Methodist Church or Parkview home, health, and hospice.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; September 11, 2017

May 26, 1943 -- October 29, 2017
Gerald Lee Cripe, 74, of Goshen, died at 6:20 am, on Sunday, October 29, at his son's residence in Middlebury after a brief illness. He was born on May 26, 1943, in Goshen, to Marshall and Agnes (Koher) Cripe. Surviving is a son, Bryan (Kathy) Cripe of Middlebury; sister, Sharol Cripe of Englewood, FL; two brothers, Harold Cripe of Goshen, Royce (Tammy) Cripe of Center Hill, FL; four grandchildren, six great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Dennis and Carl and one sister, Marsha. Gerald was a painter at Starcraft in earlier years, worked at VanderWey and Son Masonry and later worked with his son at Cripe Masonry. He was an avid sportsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing and shooting. A memorial service will be held at a later date. There will be a private burial in Clinton Union Cemetery, Goshen.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, LaGrange County, Indiana; October 30, 2017

Richard Wayne "Dick" Curtis, 88, of Rome City passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, November 6, 2017. He resided at Sylvan Lake for 36 years, coming from Fort Wayne. He and his wife enjoyed wintering in Arizona. Dick retired as a glass blower of 40 years from Fort Wayne ITT, and was an active member of St. Gaspar Catholic Church in Rome City. He was born June 3, 1929, in Fort Wayne to Wayne and Mildred (Eber) Curtis. On November 25, 1950, he married his childhood sweetheart Rita Marie Klingenberger who preceded him in death. Dick always supported his five daughters, Kathryn (Lee) Cochard of Auburn, Patricia (Dennis) Baumgartner of Fort Wayne, Jacqueline (Gail) Cole of Muskegon, Michigan, Lisa Robertson of Copley, Ohio, and Joie Curtis of Indianapolis. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; a sister, Sally Gesell of Fort Wayne; and a brother, Michael (Susan) Curtis of Albion. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Curtis; a brother, Donald Curtis; a son-in-law, Michael Robertson; and a granddaughter, Judith Cochard. Calling is Sunday, November 12, 2017, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with a Rosary service at 5 p.m. Calling will also be one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, November 13, 2017, at 11 a.m. at St. Gaspar Catholic Church, Rome City with Father Bernard Ramenaden officiating. Burial will be in St. Gaspar Catholic Cemetery. Preferred memorials are mass offerings, St. Gaspar Catholic Church, Heart to Heart Hospice, or Alzheimer's Association.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 7, 2017

Funeral services will be held at 1 pm Friday for Mrs. Lisette Dohrman at Rodenbeck-Hockemeyer Funeral Home. Dr. Paul L. Dannenfeldt will officiate with burial in Concordia Cemetery. Mrs. Dohrman, 88, 6245 South Bend Drive and formerly of 2924 Bowser Ave, died at 6:15 am yesterday. A native of Germany, she came to Fort Wayne in 1888. She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church. Surviving is a son, Fred, of Fort Wayne; six grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. Three daughters preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 pm today.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; May 11, 1960
Contributed by Jim Cox

ELLA L. DREYER, 98, of Fort Wayne, died on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012, at Lutheran Hospital. She was a resident of Hamilton House, Fort Wayne. Born Nov. 19, 1913, in Lake Township, Allen County, she was the daughter of the late William and Anna Stallhut. "She was a devoted mother, grandmother and Christian care giver who love to bake and cook." She was a member of Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church, the Ladies Guild at the church and Farm Bureau. Surviving are her sons, Delbert A. (Janet) Dreyer of Tulsa, Okla., Norbert C. (Ann) Dreyer of Fort Wayne, Harold F. (Carol) Dreyer of Riverwoods, Ill., and Ronald L. (Deborah) Dreyer of Fort Wayne; seven grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Clarence H., in 2008; four brothers; and two sisters. Funeral service is 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, 2012, at Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 6318 W. California Road, with calling one hour prior. The Rev. William Mueller officiating. Calling also from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, 2012, at the church. Burial in Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church Cemetery. Preferred memorials to the church or Worship For Shut-In's. Arrangements by Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home.
Published in Fort Wayne Newspapers on January 19, 2012

Ferdinand H. Droege, 77, of 1001 West Creighton avenue, died at the Lutheran hospital at 2:05 am (DST) Sunday. He had been ailing for some time and had been seriously ill more than two weeks. Mr. Droege is survived by the widow, Mrs. Lisette Droege; two daughters, Minnie and Marie of Fort Wayne, and two sons, William of Fort Wayne and Harry of Detroit. He had resided in this city 30 years. The body was taken to Scheumann's funeral home.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; April 29, 1934
Contributed by Jim Cox

ROBERT SHELDON DUECKER of Fort Wayne, Ind., 85, a Bishop of The United Methodist Church, died on October 28, 2011, at Fort Wayne. He was an eight-year cancer survivor. He was born in Lafayette Township, Medina County, Ohio, on September 4, 1926, to Howard LaVerne and Sarah Faye Simpson Duecker. He was confirmed in the LeRoy Methodist Episcopal Church and is a 1944 graduate of Westfield High School in Westfield, Ohio. R. Sheldon Duecker and Marjorie Louise Clouse were united in marriage on June 13, 1948, and celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary this year. Duecker held degrees from Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion (B. Rel. and A.B., 1948); and Christian Theological Seminary, Indianapolis (B.D. and M.S., 1952). He did additional work at Garrett-Evangelical Seminary in Evanston. He attended special sessions in Boston University and in Mansfield College and Oxford University, both in England. He held honorary degrees from Christian Theological Seminary and Kendall College in Evanston, Ill. Duecker was ordained an Elder in the former North Indiana Conference by Bishop Richard C. Raines in 1953. He served as an associate pastor of Kokomo Grace and as pastor at Dyer, Muncie-Gethsemane, Hartford City, Warsaw-First, Fort Wayne-Simpson and Muncie-High Street churches. He also served as North Indiana Conference Council Director from 1973 to 1977 and as Fort Wayne District Superintendent from 1977 to 1982. Duecker served on the Board of Directors of Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, from 1977 to 1982, while District Superintendent of the Fort Wayne District of the former North Indiana Conference. He was author of several articles and of one book, Tensions in the Connection, published by Abingdon Press in 1983. He was a member of the General Council on Ministries and chaired the Unit on Evaluation and Coordination. He served as secretary of the General Advance Committee, was a member of the Committee on Africa Church Growth and Development and the Commission to Study the Mission of the Church. He was named "Sagamore of the Wabash" by Indiana Governor Robert Orr in September 1988. Duecker was elected a Bishop in 1988 by the North Central Jurisdiction and was assigned to the Chicago Area. While an active Bishop, he served the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry, The General Board of Publication and the University Senate. He chaired the Council of Bishops committee to develop materials for the church-wide study of the denomination's Theological Statement, as well as the Mission Statement of The United Methodist Church adopted in 1988. He was president of the Council of Religious Leaders of Greater Chicago and president of the North Central College of Bishops. He was a trustee of the University of Evansville, North Central College and Kendall College. He also served as trustee of Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio, and Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston, Ill. Following retirement in 1996 as Bishop of the Chicago Area, he served as Bishop in Residence of First Wayne Street United Methodist Church in Fort Wayne, contributing in innumerable ways to the life of the church. He also served as Volunteer Consultant to the Development Office of Africa University, where a residence hall was dedicated in his honor. He has served on the Board of Directors of Erin's House in Fort Wayne. At the time of his death, he was serving as Honorary Chairperson of Indiana Conference Camps and Conference Capital Fund Campaign. The first new lodge in a generation built at Epworth Forest Conference Center in North Webster, Ind., was named Duecker Lodge and dedicated on June 4, 2011, in honor of Duecker and his wife Marjorie.
Obituary as it appeared on the Indiana United Methodist Church website

Robert L. Eastman, ex-Tokheim official
Robert L. Eastman Sr., 58, died at 10:34 pm Thursday in Bloomington (Ind) Hospital. Born in Springfield, Ohio, Mr. Eastman lived in Fort Wayne 30 years. He was a former personnel director at Tokheim Corp., working for that firm from 1955 to 1967. He then took a job as director of employee relations for Fort Wayne Community Schools. He retired from FWCS in 1983. Surviving are his wife, Mary Lou; three sons, Robert L Jr of Milan, Mich., and David B. and John G. both of Fort Wayne; one sister, Jean Kaveney, of Springfield; and four grandchildren. Services at 1:30 pm Monday in Klaehn's Chalfant-Perry Chapel, 2423 Fairfield Ave., with calling from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 pm Sunday. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Memorials to Fort Wayne Fine Arts Foundation.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; July 13, 1985
Contributed by Jim Cox

Martha Ann Egolf, 85, a resident of Churubusco, passed away at 2:48 p.m. on December 11, 2017 in Fort Wayne. Born on April 22, 1932 in Whitley County, a daughter of Abraham and Ruth (Beavers) Nestel. She spent her formative years in Churubusco and graduated from Churubusco High School in 1950. She was married on October 1, 1950 to Russell J. Egolf in Churubusco. The couple moved to their farm in Green Township. Russell preceded her in death on December 13, 2008. Martha worked at Dana Corporation, Churubusco as well as helping with the family farm. She was a member of the Churubusco United Methodist Church and served as the church organist for 25 years including years at the former EUB church. She enjoyed her time dancing in the former Boots 'n Bonnets Square Dancing Club. She wintered in Apache Junction, Az where she was active in activities at the Golden Vist Park. Martha is survived by four children, Jann (David) Johnson, Mel (Susie) Egolf, Ned (Cathy) Egolf all of Churubusco and Brian (Judy) Egolf of Albion; two sisters-in-law, Janet Nestel and Connie Nestel Teghtmeyer; 10 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by brothers, Roger and Dale Nestel. Visiting hours will take place at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Friday, December 15, 2017 from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM, calling also one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Services will begin at 10:00 AM, at Churubusco United Methodist Church on Saturday, December 16, 2017. Burial will follow at Christian Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make memorials to Churubusco United Methodist Church Food Panty or the Churubusco Youth Foundation (Oscar's Playground).
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; December 12, 2017

Came Here in Time of Wild Beasts and Forests - Mrs. Margaret Engle, 70 Years a Resident, Passes Away - The Deaths.
After a residence of seventy years in Wayne township, Mrs. Margaret Engle, widow of John Engle, passed away at 2 o'clock this morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Sarah Stanger, 1349 Buchanan street. She was 88 years, 6 months and 22 days old and death resulted from senility. For nearly sixty-eight years Mrs. Engle lived on the Engle farm, situated just south of the county poor farm, which she and her husband purchased upon coming to this county in 1839, when, as she often loved to remark, this region was infested with various wild animals, and much of that now comprising the central portion of the city was forest land. Her husband's death occurred some years ago, but she continued to live on the farm until two years back when she went to the home of her daughter. Up until a year ago she was remarkably active for a woman of her age, but early in last year she began to fail perceptibly and for the past five weeks had been bedfast, totally helpless and able to speak but a word or two. Mrs. Engle was a charter member of St. John's Lutheran church, founded forty-six years ago, and she was always one of its most devoted attendants. Being one of the early settlers in this region, Mrs. Engle's life was most interesting and there was nothing that pleased her greater than to relate to friends gathered about her experiences of the first years in Allen county. Her memory was remarkable and she often told of how fires had to be built around the farm to protect the stock and themselves from the animals that roamed through the forests. She could relate the history of the city step by step and was often consulted as an authority on early day occurrences. Mrs. Engle was born in Elsas, Germany, coming to America in 1826 and first settling in Stark county, Ohio. Then in 1838 she married John Engle and the couple removed to this city purchasing the far property almost immediately upon their arrival. They came to be well known and highly respected all over the county. Surviving Mrs. Engle are six children - Mrs. Sarah Stanger, William Engle, Mrs. Mary Strain and Mrs. Adeline Listenberger of this city, and George Engle of Wayne township, and Alex Engle of Lima. Mrs. Anna Zindrann of this city, is an adopted daughter. John Kiefer of this city is a brother, and Mrs. Sarah Treu, who preceded her in death three months ago, was a sister.
Fort Wayne Sentinel, Allen County, Indiana; March 25, 1909
Contributed by Jim Cox

Sara E. Gartin, 76, of Bluffton passed away Monday morning, October 16, 2017, at River Terrace Estates in Bluffton. Sara was born on August 24, 1941 in Bedford, Indiana to Frank O. & Martha Louise (Austin) Sanders. She was a 1959 graduate of Carmel High School and earned her B.S. in Bacterial Microbiology from Indiana University in Bloomington. She was also a member of the Alpha Xi Delta at IU. Sara completed her Masters of Library Sciences from the University of Maryland. She worked as the Army Base Librarian at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri, before moving to Bluffton in 1990 to work at the Wells County Public Library. Sara retired in 2007 as the Co-Director and Systems Director of the Library. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and was active in United Methodist Women. She was also a faithful member of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Bluffton. While she was always a Hoosier in her heart, not long after graduating from Indiana University she began traveling the world and living in such places as Japan, Thailand, and Turkey before returning to the US and settling once again in Indiana. A lover of the arts with a thirst for information she studied Ikebana, the Japanese art of Flowering arranging while living in Japan and was one of the first foreigners to be designated a master of Ikebana. She continued this love of flowers through-out the rest of her life, often showing her designs at the Bluffton Street Fair another of her favorite things. Sara is survived by three sons: John (Barbara) Gartin of Flagstaff, AZ, Edmund (Kelly) Gartin of Barrington, RI, and Andrew (Kelly) Gartin of Montpelier, IN, along with 3 grandchildren: Leah, Keith & Lilly Gartin, along with a sister Kathryn "Kitty" (Bob) Myers of Lapel, IN. A service to celebrate Sara's life will be at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday (October 19, 2017) at the First United Methodist Church. Rev. Steve Bard will officiate. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 4 to 8 P.M. on Wednesday at the Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home in Bluffton. Burial will take place at the Carmel Cemetery in Carmel, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Wells County Public Library. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home in Bluffton.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 24, 2017

Gladys L. Fanhauser, 78, of Spencerville, formerly of Fort Wayne, died at 6:15 pm Thursday in DeKalb Memorial Hospital, Auburn. Born in Fort Wayne, she was the widow of Richard, who died in March. Surviving are two daughters, Carl J. Rediger and Ellen Fankhauser, both of Spencerville; and three grandchildren. There are no services or calling. Private graveside services today in IOOF Cemetery, New Haven. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Auburn Chapel, Auburn.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; July 13, 1985
Contributed by Jim Cox

Estella Fast, 93, passed away Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Estella worked as a Homemaker. Surviving are son, Dennis (Vicki) Fast of Anderson, IN; son, John (Barbara) Fast of Littleton, CO; 5 grandchildren Nathaniel, Melissa, Angela, Chrissy, Jason; 2 great-grandchildren Landon and Colton; sister, Grace (Stanley) Spohr of Avilla; sister, Francis Howard of FL. Estella was preceded in death by her husband John Fast; and her parents Emil and Mary Graft. Service is 2:00 pm, June 2, 2012 at D.O. McComb and Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road. Calling also on Saturday from noon - 2pm at the funeral home. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes, Allen County, Indiana; May 30, 2012

Biscuit Co Cashier Dies Suddenly As He Worked in Yard
Henry Fruechtenicht, 47 of 1514 East Creighton Avenue died unexpectedly at 2:50 pm yesterday while working in the yard of his home. He had been under treatment for low blood pressure, relatives said. Mr. Fruechtenicht had been spading earth alongside the house and collapsed when he walked to the rear of the home to put away a shovel. His body was discovered by his wife Frieda. A fire department rescue unit gave artificial respiration to Mr. Fruechtenicht at the residence. He was tekn to the Lutheran Hospital but was pronounced dead upon admittance. Death was caused by coronary occlusion. Mr. Fruechtenicht was a cashier and bookkeeper at the Perfection Biscuit Company, for whom he worked the past 31 years. He last worked Friday. He was a native of Fort Wayne and a member of the Emmaus Lutheran church. Surviving are his wife, Frieda, two sisters, Miss Louise Fruechtenicht and Mrs. Bernard Willig, and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fruechtenicht, all of Fort Wayne. The body was removed to the Klaehn & Sons Funeral Home.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; October 27, 1946
Contributed by Jim Cox

Charles W. Fuelling Dies While Visiting Louisville Friends
Charles W. Fuelling, 74, of 1012 Pasadena Drive, died at 11:30 pm Monday while visiting friends in Louisville, Ky. He and his wife were returning home from a trip to Florida. A native of Fort Wayne, he was for many years head of the C. W. Fuelling Co. of Decatur before retiring in 1965. Survivors include his wife, Donna L; a sister, Mrs. Homer Meeker, Fort Wayne; a brother, Theodore H. Fuelling, Minneapolis; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 2 pm Thursday in Rodenbeck-Hockemeyer Funeral Home with the Rev. Hartwig Schwehn officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 pm today.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; March 6, 1968
Contributed by Jim Cox

Sara E. Gartin, 76, of Bluffton passed away Monday morning, October 16, 2017, at River Terrace Estates in Bluffton. Sara was born on August 24, 1941 in Bedford, Indiana to Frank O. & Martha Louise (Austin) Sanders. She was a 1959 graduate of Carmel High School and earned her B.S. in Bacterial Microbiology from Indiana University in Bloomington. She was also a member of the Alpha Xi Delta at IU. Sara completed her Masters of Library Sciences from the University of Maryland. She worked as the Army Base Librarian at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri, before moving to Bluffton in 1990 to work at the Wells County Public Library. Sara retired in 2007 as the Co-Director and Systems Director of the Library. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and was active in United Methodist Women. She was also a faithful member of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Bluffton. While she was always a Hoosier in her heart, not long after graduating from Indiana University she began traveling the world and living in such places as Japan, Thailand, and Turkey before returning to the US and settling once again in Indiana. A lover of the arts with a thirst for information she studied Ikebana, the Japanese art of Flowering arranging while living in Japan and was one of the first foreigners to be designated a master of Ikebana. She continued this love of flowers through-out the rest of her life, often showing her designs at the Bluffton Street Fair another of her favorite things. Sara is survived by three sons: John (Barbara) Gartin of Flagstaff, AZ, Edmund (Kelly) Gartin of Barrington, RI, and Andrew (Kelly) Gartin of Montpelier, IN, along with 3 grandchildren: Leah, Keith & Lilly Gartin, along with a sister Kathryn "Kitty" (Bob) Myers of Lapel, IN. A service to celebrate Sara's life will be at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday (October 19, 2017) at the First United Methodist Church. Rev. Steve Bard will officiate. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 4 to 8 P.M. on Wednesday at the Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home in Bluffton. Burial will take place at the Carmel Cemetery in Carmel, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Wells County Public Library. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home in Bluffton.
Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home, Wells County, Indiana; October 17, 2017

Funeral services for Edward L. Gibson, 63, who died at 5:45 Thursday morning at his home at 1515 West Fourth Street folling a two-month illness, will be held Saturday morning at 8:30 o'clock at Mungoan & Sons Mortuary, and 9 O'clock at Precious Blood Catholic Church, Rev. Cyril Mohr officiating. Burial will be in the Catholic Cemetery. Friends may view the body at the mortuary. The deceased had resided here 40 years and was employed in the meter department of the General Electric Company. He was a member of the Precious Blood church. His wife, Matilda, was fatally injured in an accident two years ago. Survivors include two brothers, John and Daniel Gibson of this city, and a sister, Mrs. Lucille Crawford of this city.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; January 14, 1938
Contributed by Jim Cox

Final rites for Mrs. Sidonia Glusenkamp, 58, of 1924 Glenwood Ave, will be conducted at 1:30 pm Thursday in the Kalehn Funeral Home, the Rev. CE Aulick officiating. Interment will be in Concordia Cemetery. Mrs. Glusenkamp died at 7am yesterday in Parkview Memorial Hospital. A lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, she was a member of the Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Surviving are the husband, Edwin; three aunts and a cousin. Friends may call at the funeral home.
Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; January 21, 1959
Contributed by Jim Cox

Frederick B. Grier, 82, of Fort Wayne, passed away at 10:15 a.m. on Monday, September 18, 2017 in Leo. He was born on October 1, 1934 in Fort Wayne. He was the only son of Estel Lavon and Margaret (Hoffman) Grier. He spent his formative years in Orland and graduated from South Side high school in 1952. After high school, he served in the United States Army. Fred was married on June 2, 1956 in Fort Wayne to Jeanette Gudakunst. She preceded him in death on August 13, 2003. He was the owner of American Automatic Food Services and retired in 1991. Fred is survived by two sons, Jeff (Shari) Grier and Thomas Grier both of New Haven; a son-in-law, Doug Shrock of Fort Wayne; a daughter-in-law, Monica Grier of Fort Wayne; 13 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded by a sister, Donna Inman; his daughter, Victoria Shrock; a son, Mark Grier; a great grandson Luke James Anderson. Visiting hours will take place at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on September 21, 2017 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Calling also one hour prior to the service. Services will begin at 11:00 AM, at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on September 22, 2017. Burial will follow at Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Shepard's House in Fort Wayne.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; September 18, 2017

Mrs. Maria Gross Dies - Widow of former Pastor
Mrs. Maria C. Gross, age 73, died at home at 11 o'clock Monday night following a brief illness. She came to Ft Wayne from her home in Liverpool, Ohio and married Rev. Charles Gross in 1872. [his first wife was Augusta Westerfield , dd 1871]. Maria is daughter of Rev. John Her and Katherina Phalzgraff Her, and mother of 12 children. Surviving are 3 sons: Martin C. of Fort Wayne, Charles of Springfield, Ill., Rev Edwin of Grand Rapids Michigan; a daughter, Miss Augusta H. Gross of Ft Wayne; 1 brother, Rev. John FS Her of Sheridan, Wyoming; 2 sisters, Aldina Leitz of Fort Wayne, Barbara Michael of Pittsburgh, Pa., 18 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren. Burial Concordia Luth Cemetery.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; 1926
Contributed by Jim Cox

Vernon Dale Grubb, 69, of 5618 Coldwater Road, died at 1:15 am yesterday at home. Born in Harlan, he was an engineer with the Schlosser Dairy and the Allen Dairy and Wayne Co-Op before retirement several years ago. He was a member of the Crescent Avenue Evangelical United Brethren Church, the Washington Center Place Civic Association and the Pretty Lake Conservation Club. Surviving are his wife, Leona M.; two brothers, John, Fremont; and Will C., Fort Wayne; one sister, Mrs. Edna Goldsmith, Spencer, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 1 pm Wednesday in D O McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Rev A. Hunter Colpitts officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 pm today.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes, Allen County, Indiana; January 7, 2012

Rolo Halsey, 94, of Angola and formerly of Pleasant Lake died Wednesday, December 6, 2017, at his residence. He was born September 16, 1923, in LaGrange County to James Leonard and Etta (Wilson) Halsey. Mr. Halsey was a lifetime farmer in Salem Township, Steuben County. He graduated in 1941 from Salem High School and was the last living member of his class. He was a member of the Salem Center Presbyterian Church and most recently attended Mt. Zion Methodist Church. Rolo enjoyed old tractors and working in his shop. He picked up woodworking in his later years and excelled at the craft. He also enjoyed travelling and spending winters in Florida. He was looking forward to heading to Florida soon. Surviving are four sons, Dennis (Suzanne) Halsey of Angola, Craig (Barbara) Halsey of Angola, Larry (Alma) Halsey of Angola, and Darrell (Connie) Halsey of Angola; two stepdaughters, Beverly (John) Sullivan of Youngstown, Ohio, and Jeri (Mike) Seburn of Angola; a stepson, Jim (Debra) Shire of Coldwater, Michigan; four grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and three sisters-in-law, Pat Frederick of Angola, Phyllis Phelps of Hamilton, and Margaret Coggeshall of Plant City, Florida. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 49 years, Eloise (Coggeshall) Halsey in 1996; his second wife of 17 years, Jennie Shire Halsey in 2014; and a brother, Clifford Halsey. Funeral services will be Monday, December 11, 2017, at 2 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Hudson-Ashley Chapel, 612 North Main Street, Hudson with Rev. Dr. Maria Rutland of the Salem Center Presbyterian Church and Rev. Tamara Gerber of Mt. Zion Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in Hollister Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dennis Halsey, Craig Halsey, Larry Halsey, Darrell Halsey, Andy Halsey, and Vaughn Halsey. Calling is Monday, December 11, 2017, from noon to 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to Salem Center Presbyterian Church, Mt. Zion Methodist Church, or to Gideon's International.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; December 7, 2017

William J. Hambrock, 77, prominent Fort Wayne brick mason, died of nephritis at 2:50 o'clock Thursday afternoon at his home at 2842 South Lafayette Street. He had been in ill health the last ten years, and was bedfast five weeks. A lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, the deceased retired from his activities as a brick mason 15 years ago. He was a former officer of the local bricklayer's union. He was a member of Zion's Lutheran Church and the D. U. V. Society. Mr. and Mrs. Hambrock celebrated their golden wedding anniversary May 30, 1936. Survivors include the widow, Catherine; six sons, Theodore of Aurora, IL, and Edward F., Carl, Clarence, Robert and Earl Hambrock of this city; two daughters, Mrs. William Stahlhut and Mrs. John Becker of Fort Wayne; 25 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a brother Henry Hambrock, and two sisters, Mrs. Sophie Grenzenbach and Mrs. Matilda Blum, all of this city. The body was removed to Scheumann's Funeral Home and will be returned to the residence at noon today. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the home, and 2 o'clock at Zion's Lutheran Church, Rev Paul L. Dannenfeldt officiating. Burial will be in Concordia Lutheran Cemetery.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; January 14, 1938
Contributed by Jim Cox

Elva Mae Hammond, 77 years old of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away at 5:39 p.m. on Saturday, February 4, 2012 in the Harbour Assisted Living located in Fort Wayne, where she had been a resident for the past five years. Elva was born on Friday, February 16, 1934 in Poe, Indiana the daughter of the late Allen Emerick and the late Arta (Jameson) Emerick. She married James Hammond who passed away in 1976. Elva also enjoyed working outside, gardening, and cooking - especially pie baking. Elva was a seamstress for Coverall Rental Service. Surviving are her son, Donald D. (Ruth) Hammond of Avilla, Indiana; son, Frederick M. (Pam) Hammond of Hoagland, Indiana; son, Roy G. (Theresa) Hammond of Fort Wayne, Indiana; brother, Donald G. (Betty) Emerick of Hoagland, Indiana; five grandchildren: Matthew Hammond, Kari Hammond, Rachel Hammond, Natalie Hammond, and Isabel Hammond. Preceding Elva in death was one daughter: Diana Hammond who passed away in 1970 at age 16. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 9, 2012 in the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel with Rev. Stacy Downing officiating. Interment will follow in the Antioch Lutheran Cemetery, Hoagland, Indiana. Friends will be received from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 9, 2012 in the Zwick and Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel, Monroeville, Indiana. Preferred memorials are to the Donor's Choice.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; February 5, 2012

Funeral services for Edward J. Harber, 75, of 431 E Taber St., will be at 9:30 am Thursday in the Tom Mungovan Funeral Home and at 10:00 am in St. Peter's Catholic Church, Msgr. John A Bapst officating. Burial will be in St. Aloysius Cemetery, Yoder. Mr. Harber died at 7:05 am yesterday in the Veterans Administration Hospital following an illness of one year. A native of Yoder, Mr. Harber resided in Fort Wayne 44 years and was employed as a machinist at the S. F. Bowser Co., retiring 10 years ago after 34 years of service. He was an Army veteran of World War I and a former trustee of the IUE Union at Bowser. Mr. Harber was a member of St. Peter's Church, its Holy Name Society and American Legion Post 47. Surviving are his wife, Teresa; a son, Charles G., R R 1, Yoder; six daughters, Mrs. David Hunter, Mrs. Willard Gibson, Mrs. Richard Lecuw and Mrs. John Nichter, all of Fort Wayne and Mrs. John Illnen and Mrs. Roy Holthaus, both of Huntington; three brothers, Jacob, R R 1, Yoder, Marion, R R 5 Columbia City, and Gerald, Fort Wayne; four sisters, Sr. M. Agnesia, CSA, Defiance, Ohio, Sr. M. Alfonso, Elgin, Ill, Mrs. Lawrence Gardt, Fort Wayne, and Miss Frances Harber, Richmond, and 45 grandchildren. Friends may call after 7 pm today at the funeral home where the Holy Name Society will have a service.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; March 9, 1965
Contributed by Jim Cox

Henry Hegerfeld, 69, of 2910 New Haven Ave, died at 10:30 pm yesterday in Parkview Memorial Hospital. A native of Hoagland, he had lived here since 1925 and was retired from the International Harvester Co. He was a member of the IHC 20 year club and attended Concordia Lutheran Church. Surviving are a son, Karl and three daughters, Mrs Hilda Greider, Mrs Phyllis Sitko and Mrs Lois W Oetting, all of this city; two stepsons, Marvin Springer, Atlanta, Ga, and Freelon Springer, Fort Wayne; eight grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; and four brothers, Herman of Hoagland, and Fred, William and Martin Hegerfeld, all of this city. The body was taken to the Rodenbeck-Hockemeyer Funeral Home.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; August 12, 1960
Contributed by Jim Cox

Lawrence P. Hickey, 83, of 1735 Wheeler St who retired 1967 from the Northern Indiana Public Service Co., died at 9:15 am Wednesday in St. Joseph's Hospital, where he was a patient one month. He was a native of Versailles, Ohio, and lived here most of his life. Surviving are his wife, Esther; four daughters, Rosemary Felger and bernardine Sproat, both of Fort Wayne, Jane Kintz of South Bend, and Patricia Buckley of Washington, DC; two sons, Joseph and Lawrence Jr., both of Fort Wayne; three stepdaughters, Betty Paulus of Corunna, ary Mundt of Fort Wayne, Jeanette Redman of Ironton, Mich.; a stepson, Joseph of Fort Wayne; three brothers, Charles of Tucson, Ariz., Leo of Indianapolis, and Edward of Muncie; and sister, Ethel Glass of Muncie. Services will be at 9:40 am Saturday in C M Sloan & Sons Funeral Home and 10 am in Precious Blood Catholic Church. Friends may call from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 today at the funeral home, where the rosary will be said at 7 pm. Burial will be in Catholic Cemetery.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; December 24, 1980
Contributed by Jim Cox

Anna Bernice Hisner, 88 years old of Fort Wayne, Indiana, went home to be with her Lord and Savior at 3:05 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24, 2013 at Ashton Creek located in Fort Wayne. Anna was born on Friday, September 4, 1925 in Mintonville, KY the daughter of the late Clifford C. Cain and the late Bessie (Emerson) Cain. She married H. Parnell Hisner on January 4, 1948 in Indianapolis, IN and he survives. Anna was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. Anna was a member of the Maples United Methodist Church in Maples, IN where she served on the church board as secretary and president. She had been president of the United Methodist Women; and a member of the Happy Harmony Home Economics Club. She enjoyed watching baseball and attending her grandchildren's activities. Anna was a secretary for Terra International where she worked for 22 years. Surviving are her husband, H. Parnell Hisner of Ft. Wayne, IN; daughter, Deborah A. (Gary) Spry of Monroeville, IN; daughter, Beverly J. Hoffman of Hoagland, IN; son, Randy P. (Chery) Hisner of Decatur, IN; brother, Robert (Dutchie) Cain of Indianapolis, IN; brother, William Cain of Indianapolis, IN; sister, Connie Seiler of Cuyahoga Falls, OH; 8 grandchildren: Angela Spry, Joshua (Jennifer) Gibson; Trisha Spry; Erik (Jessica) Hisner; Ashley (Brian) Brames; Ryan Hisner, Shane Hisner, Gavin Hisner; and 5 great-grandchildren: Lily Brames, Taylor Davis-Gibson, Emmett Gibson, Kaydence Thompson, Blakeley Hisner. Preceding Anna in death were 3 grandchildren, Adam Gibson in 1995; John Gibson in infancy; Jennifer Spry in infancy; and 7 sisters. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 30, 2013 in the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel with Pastor Gerry Weesner officiating. Interment will follow in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, New Haven, IN. Friends will be received from 12:00 Noon - 4:00 p.m. Sunday, December 29, 2013 in the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel, Monroeville, IN and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Monday. Preferred memorials are to Maples United Methodist or the Northeast Indiana Baseball Hall of Fame.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Adams County, Indiana; December 26, 2013

December 14, 1932 -- November 27, 2017
Clara Hochstetler, 84, of Goshen, died at 7:30 am, on Monday, November 27, at Courtyard Of Goshen, Goshen. She was born on December 14, 1932, in Marshall County, to Manasses D. and Amelia (Borkholder) Hochstetler. Surviving are two sisters, Judith Kauffman of Middlebury, Anna Gingerich of Jamesport, MO; three brothers, Ezra (Patricia) Hochstetler of Goshen, John Henry (Mary Ellen) Hochstetler of Middlebury, Wilbur (Susie) Hochstetler of Charlotte, MI; two sisters-in-law, Ada Hochstetler of Holland, MI, Miriam Hochstetler of Nappanee. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Clarence, Tobias and Ura Hochstetler, two brothers-in-law, Allen Kauffman, Andy Gingerich. She was a member of the Old Order Amish Church and had worked for Ayr Cabinet in Nappanee for more than 30 years. Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Tuesday November 28, and all day Wednesday November 29, at the Ferlin Kauffman residence, 56815 CR 116, Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Thursday November 30, also at the Ferlin Kauffman residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Phillip Schwartz and Clara's Nephews. Burial will be in Mast Cemetery, Middlebury.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, LaGrange County, Indiana; November 27, 2017

Betty Jean Hockenbarger, 92, of Avilla and formerly of Kendallville died Saturday, November 25, 2017, at 12:58 p.m. in Presence Sacred Heart Home, Avilla. She was born August 19, 1925, in Kendallville to Perry and Erma (Haines) Niswander. On October 6, 1951, in Kendallville she married Franklin Hockenbarger. He preceded her in death. Mrs. Hockenbarger retired in 1988 after 43 years with Kraft Foods in Kendallville. There are no survivors. Burial will be in Orange Cemetery, Rome City.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 28, 2017

JUDY KAY HOFFMAN, 69, of Ossian, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, Jan. 13, 2012. Born Nov. 11, 1942, in Fort Wayne, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Virginia (Burkas) Colderbank. She worked at Archway Cookies and later Ellison Bakery. She was a member at St. Aloysius Catholic Church and spent time as a room mother and PTA member at Ossian Elementary. She enjoyed bowling, ice skating, water skiing, riding motorcycles, but most of all spending time with family especially her grandchildren. Surviving family include husband of 49 years, Ken Hoffman of Ossian; children, Tina (Bob Burnside) Hoffman of New Haven, Brenda (Dan) Rupright of Ossian, Chris (Tonya) Hoffman of Fort Wayne, and Peggy (Bill) Smith of Ossian; eight grandchildren; and siblings, Roseanne (Larry) Bonbrake, Charles (Rosie) Colderbank Jr., and William (Joy) Colderbank. Mass of Christian Burial is 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012, at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 14623 Bluffton Road, Yoder. Visitation is from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012, at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Funeral Home, 120 West Mill St., Ossian, with a rosary service at 8 p.m. Burial in St. Aloysius Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Masses or Family Hospice of Northeast Indiana.
Published in Fort Wayne Newspapers, Allen County, Indiana on January 15, 2012

Funeral services for Mrs. Augusta M. Hormann, 75, of 1803 Lombard Ave, will be held Tuesday at 3 pm in the DO McComb and Sons Funeral Home. The Rev Erwin Schnedler will officiate. Mrs. Hormann died at 7:35 am yesterday in the Lutheran Hospital where she had been a patient one day. A lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, she was a member of the Concordia Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aid of the church. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Ethel Filler, Fort Wayne, Mrs. Florence Tetter, West Covina, Calif, and Mrs. Delores Kuehner, Tucson, Ariz; a son, Arthur H, Columbus, O; a brother, Clarence Reiter, Fort Wayne; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Friends may call after 7 pm today at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Concordia Cemetery.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; May 8, 1960
Contributed by Jim Cox

Mrs. Lena Horstmeyer, 91, 4215 Tacoma Ave, died at 1:30 pm Thursday in the Lutheran Hospital where she had been a patient for 23 days. She suffered a broken hip in a fall. Born in Minden, Germany, she came to the United States when she was 18. Her husband, Fred, died in 1917. She was a member of the Emmaus Lutheran Church. Surviving are the daughters, Mrs. Frieda Schaaf, with whom Mrs. Horstmeyer made her home; a son, Fred Hortsmeyer, White Lake, SD; five grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. The body was taken to the Chalfant-Perry Funeral Home where friends may call after 2 pm today. Services will be at 1:30 pm Saturday in the funeral home, the Rev. Erwin L. Tepker officiating. Burial will be in Concordia Lutheran Cemetery.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; July 22, 1960
Contributed by Jim Cox

March 18, 1926 -- December 6, 2016
LeRoy Hostetler, 90, of Middlebury, died at 4:46 pm, on Tuesday, December 6, at Courtyard of Goshen. He was born on March 18, 1926 in LaGrange County to Sam and Mattie (Hershberger) Hostetler. On October 19, 1946 in Elkhart County he married Carolyn Breniser, she died August 29, 2015. Surviving are a daughter, Diane (David) Hess of Goshen; a son, Ronald (Gail) Hostetler of Middlebury; a daughter-in-law, Karla Hostetler of Goshen; six grandchildren; ten great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Randall Hostetler; three sisters, Irene Culp, Katie Hostetler, Mary Leedy; seven brothers, Jake, Sam, John, Monroe, Bill, Harley and Dan Hostetler. LeRoy was the original owner/operator of Hostetler Lawn and Landscaping in Middlebury, the business that he started in 1957 is now in the third generation of his family. He was an outstanding fast-pitch softball pitcher, throwing almost 100 no-hitter games in his career; he often spoke of the night that he threw a no-hitter for 26 straight innings. He was inducted into the Indiana ASA (Amateur Softball Association) in 1989. He often expressed his love for God, family and work; he attended Faith Baptist Church, Middlebury. Visitation will be from 9:00 to 11:00 am on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at the Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury. Funeral services will follow visitation at 11:00 am also on Saturday at the funeral home. Services will be conducted by Pastor Donald Chesher. Burial will be in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury. Memorials may be given to Faith Baptist Church, Middlebury.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, LaGrange County, Indiana; December 7, 2016

December 17, 1943 -- October 25, 2017
Jane C. Huenerkopf, 73, of Elkhart, formerly of Shipshewana, died at 3:20 am, on Wednesday, October 25 at Woodland Manor Nursing and Rehab. She was born on December 17, 1943, in Sturgis, MI, to Thomas W. and Evelyn B (Mooney) Gadson. On May 27, 1978 in Elkhart, she married Carl E. Huenerkopf; he died September 22, 1978. Surviving are three brothers, Robert (Carol) Gadson of Shipshewana, Harry Gadson of Peoria, AZ, Richard (Kathy) Gadson of Bremen; two sisters-in-law, Jean Gadson of Middlebury, Nancy Gadson of Waynesboro, PA. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; two brothers, Donald and Ray Gadson; three sisters, Esther Grams, Beatrice Gadson, and Shirley Gadson. Jane was a member of Scott United Methodist Church. She loved her many nieces and nephews and enjoyed reading and listening to music. Visitation will be from 1:00 - 3:00 pm on Sunday, October 29 and for one hour prior to the 10:00 am funeral service on Monday, October 30 at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury. Services will be conducted by Pastor Christopher White. Burial will be in Scott Cemetery, Shipshewana. Memorials may be given to Woodland Manor Nursing and Rehab.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, LaGrange County, Indiana; October 25, 2017

Susie Eilene Huth, 74, of LaGrange died Sunday, November 19, 2017, at 6:45 p.m. at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. She was born October 28, 1943, in LaGrange County to Menno and Mary Ellen (Schmucker) Hershberger. On March 31, 1990, in Wolcottville she married Richard "Dick" Huth. He survives in LaGrange. Mrs. Huth retired in 2005 from Group Dekko. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in LaGrange and served on the Johnson Township Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary for many years. Susie enjoyed crocheting and loved being with her grandchildren. Also surviving are two sons, Gary (Stacy) Hershberger of Shipshewana and Darrell (Kristin) Huth of Texas; a stepdaughter, Juanita (Dave) Smith of South Milford; a stepson, Randy Huth of LaGrange; three grandchildren, Tanner Lee Huth, Aurora Jade Huth, and Keegan Avery Hershberger; several step grandchildren and step great-grandchildren; three sisters, Gladys Hochstetler of Shipshewana, Barbara Hershberger of LaGrange, and Alma (Ora) Schrock of Topeka; two brothers, Simon Hershberger of LaGrange and Owen (Verna) Hershberger of Montana; a special niece, Marlene Hershberger; and many other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Ervin Hershberger; and a stepdaughter, Joyce Kline. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 25, 2017, at 4 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 209 West Spring Street, LaGrange with Rev. Chris Lantz officiating. Calling is Saturday, November 25, 2017, from 12 to 4 p.m. at the church. Preferred memorials are to the Johnson Township Volunteer Fire Department.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 20, 2017

Mrs. Alice E. Johnson, 48, R R 3, LaGrange, died Sunday afternoon at the Elmhurst Hospital in Angola. She was a native of Hartford City and was employed at Willys Carbide, Topeka. Surviving are her husband, Willard J., a son, Mayworth A. Trace, Wolcottville; three brothers, Charles Bell, Basis Bell and Marvin Bell, all of Fort Wayne; her father, Charles Bell, Fort Wayne; and two grandchildren. Services will be at 1 pm Wednesday at the D O McComb & Sons Funeral Home, the Rev. Richard Mitchell officating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Friends may call after 7 pm today.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; April 20, 1970
Contributed by Jim Cox

Miss Clara M. Kampe, 91, of 1204 West Jefferson St., a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, died at 11:30 p.m. Thursday in Indian Village Health Center. A lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, she is survived by a sister, Miss Frieda C. Kampe of the same address, a niece and a nephew. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday in Klaehn's Wayne Street Funeral Home where calling will be 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Burial will be in Concordia Cemetery.
Fort Wayne News-Sentinel, Allen County, Indiana; Friday, November 21, 1975
Contributed by Jim Cox

LUTHERAN TEACHER DIES - August C. Katt, 54, Succumbs After Lingering Illness
August C. Katt, 54, for many years a Lutheran school teacher, died at 2:30 o'clock Thursday afternoon at his home, 301 East Woodland avenue, after a lingering illness. He had been bedfast for six weeks. Until illness forced his retirement he was a teacher in the Lutheran parish school at Woodburn. Mr. Katt came to Fort Wayne in 1914, and taught in the Bloomingdale and Trinity Evangelical Lutheran schools. He was forced to retire from teaching because of poor health, and for 10 years was employed by the Wayne Paper company. He was a member of Concordia Lutheran church, the BUV and the Lutheran Teachers conference. He was graduated from the Lutheran Normal school at Addison, Ill and the State Normal school at Terre Haute. Surviving are the widow; two daughters, Dorothy and Miriam at home; four sons, August H. Katt of this city, Arno at Warsaw and Norman and Richard at home; two sisters, Mrs. Alma Maudy and Mrs. Robert Voges of Terre Haute; a brother, Rev. Arthur F. Katt of Cleveland, O; a grandmother, Mrs. Pauline Sippels-Katt of Terre Haute, and a grandson, Eugene Katt of this city.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; December 4, 1931
Contributed by Jim Cox

Gary Edward "Ed" Keck, Sr., 67, of Orland died Friday, November 17, 2017, at the VA Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born March 18, 1950, in Kendallville to Richard S. Keck, Sr. and Madonna (Chapman) Keck Keene. Mr. Keck was a Vietnam veteran, serving in the U.S. Army. He was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church in Wolcottville; LaGrange American Legion Post 215, and Kendallville VFW Post 2749. Ed loved fishing, hunting mushrooms, and being outdoors. He enjoyed playing the harmonica, and made many violins and harps which he enjoyed giving to family members. Surviving are his wife, Sandra A. "Sandy" (Hall) Keck of Orland; a daughter and son-in-law, Crystal and Darin Ramer of Kendallville; three grandchildren, Kelsey Ramer, Melissa Ramer, and Christina Ramer; four sisters, Missy (Jamie) Sykes of LaGrange, Ramona (Jerry) Hunter of Kendallville, Judy (Phil) Burlew of Mongo, and Diane Smith of Washington; and a brother, Richard Keck of Mongo. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Eddie Keck; and stepmother, Barbara Keck. Funeral services will be Friday, November 24, 2017, at 2 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville with Rev. James Tews of Messiah Lutheran Church officiating. Honor guard services will be provided by LaGrange American Legion Post 215 and active duty members of the U.S. Army. Calling is Friday from 12 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to volunteer services at the VA Medical Center in Fort Wayne.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 18, 2017

Charles Bruce Kennedy, 57, passed away Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at his home in Indianapolis. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Charles was in the law enforcement field for 15 years. He enjoyed going to the gym daily, weightlifting, and riding his Harley Davidson Motorcycle. Surviving are his mother, Margaret Hyde of Fort Wayne, brother, Brian (Ellen) Kennedy of Fort Wayne, aunt, Dorothy Lindsey of Clinton, cousins, Kathy (Bob) Walls, Josh Rozina, David Lindsey all of Clinton, Tammy Lauche of Terra Haute, and friend, Reta Bolton of Indianapolis. Charles was preceded in death by father, Charles "Bud" Kennedy, step-father, John Hyde, and his grandparents. Service is 12:00 pm, Saturday, June 2, 2012 at D.O. McComb and Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road with calling from 10:00 until the service, Fr. Cyril Fernandes officiating. Entombment in Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Canine Association, 1327 N. Capitol Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46202 or Donor's Choice.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes, Allen County, Indiana; May 31, 2012

Mrs. Minnie B. Kiel, 78, died at 12:50 pm yesterday at her home, 2618 John street. Mrs. Kiel had been ill since fracturing her hip three years ago and her condition had been serious two weeks. Mrs. Kiel was born in Huntington, but had lived in Fort Wayne for 73 years. She was a member of the Zion Lutheran church and of the Zion Ladies' Aid society. Survivors include one son, Fred Kiel, Fort Wayne; three daughters, Miss Louise Kiel at home, Mrs. Charles Gross of Springfield, Ill, and Mrs. FC Eggers, Fort Wayne; 15 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and one brother, Henry Pohler of Huntington. The body was removed to Scheumann funeral home. Services will be Sunday at 2 pm at the residence, Rev. PL Dannenfeldt officiating. Burial will be in Concordia cemetery.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; January 20, 1939
Contributed by Jim Cox

Mrs. Dorothy Knapp, 76, of 3301 Hoagland Ave, died at 10 pm yesterday in Lutheran Hospital where she had been a patient only a few hours. She was a member of Concordia Lutheran Church and its Ladies Aid Society. Surviving are one son, Robert of Albion; one daughter, Mrs. Mildred Mullen, Fort Wayne; three grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Ben Saurer, Fort Wayne. The body was taken to the Rodenbeck-Hockemeyer Funeral Home where friends may call after 7 pm today. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 pm Saturday in the funeral home, the Rev. Osmar Lehenbauer officiating. Burial will be in Concordia Cemetery.
Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; December 3, 1959
Contributed by Jim Cox

Cindy L. Knight, 57, of Kendallville, passed away at 12:06 on October 29, 2017 at Parkview Noble Hospital. Born on August 23, 1960 in Fort Wayne. She was a daughter of Harold and Delois (Grey) Tucker. She spent her formative years in Churubusco and attended Churubusco High School. Cindy was married on July 6, 2008 to Jeff Knight, he survives. She loved to play BINGO, go to the drive-in theater with Jeff, Play cards and spend time with her family. Cindy is survived by her husband, Jeff Knight of Kendallville; a daughter, Tina (Dave) Gordon of South Whitley; a son Jeremiah (Dawn) Beard of Columbia City; a brother, Mike (Velara) Tucker of Kendallville; a sister, Brenda Atteberry of Kendallville; seven grandchildren and one great grandson. She is preceded in death by her parents. Visiting hours will take place at Sheets & Childs funeral Home on Thursday, November 2, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Memorial services will follow calling on Thursday, November 2, 20174. Burial will follow at a later date at Christian Chapel Cemetery, Merriam. Memorials may be directed to Sheets & Childs Funeral Home in C/O Cindy Knight Family.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; October 30, 2017

Henrietta Kolthoff, widow of Frederick, died at 11:30 pm at her home, 810 Huestis avenue, from the effect of a broken hip, at the age of seventy-five years. She fell three months ago and never recovered. She was born in Dielingen, Westphalia, Germany, and had lived in Fort Wayne fifty-three years. She leaves three children, William Kothoff, Mrs. Ferdinand Paul, and Miss Louise Kolthoff, also three grandchildren, one brother, Henry Winkelmeyer, one sister, Mrs. Charles Salomon of Washington township. The deceased was a member of Emmaus Lutheran church and of the Ladies Sewing society.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; July 4, 1917
Contributed by Jim Cox

Services will be at 1:30 pm Saturday in Waynedale Community Church for Edward A. Kreienbrink, 73 of 6313 Bluffton Road, a retired employee of the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department, where he worked 20 years. He died at 8:10 pm Tuesday in Lutheran Hospital. A native of Noble County, he is survived by his wife, Emma; a son, Eddie of Fort Wayne; and a daughter, Betty McGregor of Fort Wayne. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Friday at Elzey-Dickey-Haggard Home for Funerals, Waynedale, and at the church after 12:30 pm Saturday. Burial will be in Prairie Grove Cemetery.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; December 24, 1980
Contributed by Jim Cox

A native of Ossian, Edgar Edward Krouse, 88, died Tuesday in Fort Wayne. Born July 1, 1911 in Ossian to Joseph and Mary Palmer Krouse, he retired in 1981 after 47 years of service as an operating engineer for John Dehner. He was a member of the Union of Operating Engineers and St. Aloysius Catholic Church. His marriage was to Clara Belle Brewer, who died on Nov. 5, 1986. Survivors include a daughter, Sharon Tons of Orland, three sons, Kenneth Krouse and Gerald Krouse of Fort Wayne and Lawrence Krouse of Corpus Christi, Tex.; a sister, Mary Margaret Redding of Fort Wayne; 20 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Aloysius Catholic Church,Yoder, preceded by prayers recited at 9:15 a.m. at Elzey & Haggard Funeral Home in Ossian. Calling at the funeral home will be Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 2 to 4 p.m., and 6 to 8 p.m. Burial will be in St. Aloysius Catholic Church Cemetery. Preferred memorials to St. Aloysius School Building Fund.
Bluffton News-Banner, Wells County, Indiana; January 19, 2000
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Luella C. Laue, 88, of Tucson, Ariz., and formerly of Fort Wayne, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 1999, in Tucson. The Fort Wayne native retired in 1976 from Lincoln National Life Insurance and was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Surviving are a son, Dennis R. of Tucson; and two grandchildren. Her husband, Richard G., preceded her in death. Services are 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Home, Winchester Road Chapel, 6424 Winchester Road, Fort Wayne, with calling from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday. Burial will be in Concordia Lutheran Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorials are to the church. Information provided by Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Homes, Winchester Chapel, 6424 Winchester Road, 424-1525.
Fort Wayne News-Sentinel, Allen County, Indiana; December 28, 1999
Contributed by Jim Cox

Herman W. Linnemeyer, 84, 1223 S Anthony Blvd, died at 7:30 pm yesterday at the Lutheran Hospital where he had been a patient for the past four weeks. He had been seriously ill since February. He was born in Germany, coming to Fort Wayne at the age of 16. He was a member of the Concordia Lutheran Church, a retired brick mason and a member of the Brick Layers Union. He had been employed by the city schools for 16 years prior to his retirement. His wife died in 1954. They had celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary in 1949. Surviving are six daughters, Mrs Esther Bredemeyer, Mrs Mildred Hans, Miss Irman Linnemeyer and Miss Hilda Linnemeyer, all of Fort Wayne, Mrs Leona Boxdorfer, Maywood, Calif, Mrs Anna Hoemann, Peoria, Ill; two sons, Erwin and Carl, both of Fort Wayne; 16 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren and one sister, Mrs Lena Beneke, Fort Wayne. The body was removed to the Rodenbeck-Hockemeyer Funeral Home where friends may call after 7 pm today. Services will be held at 2 pm Friday at the funeral home, the Rev Erwin Schnedler officiating with burial in Concordia Cemetery. The family requests that memorials be made to the Concordia Church Building Fund.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; April 20, 1960
Contributed by Jim Cox

Stephen P. Longenberger, 72, died Wednesday January 1, 2014 at his home in Florida. He was born November 4, 1941 in Ft. Wayne, IN to Irene and the late Kenneth Longenberger. He retired as a machinist at General Electric with 30 years service. Surviving are his wife Sandra Longenberger, children, Tamera K. (Jeff) Beard, Robert A. (Debra) Longenberger, sister, Sharon A. (James) Kellock, brother, Stanley G. (Barbara) Longenberger and 3 grandchildren, Caitlyn Beard, Derek Longenberger, Danielle Longenberger. Honoring Stephens request there will be a private family service. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorial may be given to the American Cancer Society.
Covington Memorial Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; January 2, 2014

Lou Ann Dummich Luthe, 74, died Thursday, July 19, 2007 at her home in Fort Wayne. She was born in Indianapolis and was a homemaker. She enjoyed antiques, birds & rabbits and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include sons, John (Susan) Luthe, Ron (Charley) Luthe both of Fort Wayne; 6 grandchildren and 3 brothers, preceded in death by her husband, Charles Richard "Dick" Luthe. Pastor Dennis Roberts officiating. Services were held 2 p.m. Friday at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Rd. with calling 2 hours prior. Burial in Concordia Cemetery Gardens. Memorials to American Lung Association or American Diabetes Association.
DO McComb & Sons Funeral Homes, Allen County, Indiana; July 20, 2007

Funeral services for Mrs. Elise M. Mailand, 83, of 323 E. DeWald St, who died at 11:30 am Tuesday at her home, will be at 10:30 am Thursday in the Klaehn Funeral Home. Rev Bernard W. Johnson will officiate and burial will be in Concordia Lutheran Cemetery. Mrs. Mailand was member of the Zion Lutheran Church, the Ladies Aid Society and the Federation of Lutheran Women. Surviving are a daughter, Miss Margaret Mailand, at home; a sister, Mrs. Edward H Miller, Fort Wayne; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home after noon today.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; September 14, 1960
Contributed by Jim Cox

S.M. Manning, Early Day Resident, Dies In Indiana
Mrs. Virgil Winter and C.R. Winter left Sunday for Fort Wayne, Ind., called there by the death of Mrs. C.R. Winter's father, S.M. Manning. Mrs. Winter has been with her father the past week and will accompany them home in ten days. Mr. Manning was an early day settler northeast of town leaving here a few years ago to return to his native state of Indiana.
The Carnegie Herald (OK); October 18, 1944
S.M. Manning Dies In Fort Wayne, Ind.; Left Here In 1923
Funeral services for S.M. Manning, father of Mrs. C.R. Winter, were held in the Baptist church of Eel River at Fort Wayne, Ind. with burial in the Eel River cemetery. He had been in failing health for some time and was seriously ill several months before his death. Samuel Martin Manning was born in Leo, Ind. Aug. 22, 1861 and died Oct. 15 at the age of 83 years, 1 month and 23 days. He was married to Cynthia Ellen Richardson and to this union 9 children were born, 6 of whom survive. He came to Oklahoma in 1898 and lived in Grant county until 1901 when he moved northeast of Carnegie, where he lived until 1923 when he returned to Fort Wayne, Ind. and lived until his death. Mr. Manning was a member of the Christian church and had been a member of the Modern Woodman lodge for 39 years. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Samuel E. of Fort Wayne and William Martin of Rome City, Ind.; four daughters, Mrs. Leona Winter of this place, Mrs. Stella Strong and Mrs. Mary Sefton of Fort Wayne and Mrs. Dorthea Stonehill of Hollandale, Fla. He also leaves 18 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Three grandsons are serving in the armed forces. Mrs. Manning returned to Carnegie with Mr. and Mrs. C.R. Winter and will spend sometime here.
The Carnegie Herald (OK); November 1, 1944
Contributed by Jim Cox

H.G. McDUFFEE SUCCUMBS TO PARALYTIC ATTACK - Stroke Suffered July Fourth Fatal to Democratic Candidate for Representative - PARTY TO FILL VACANCY
The democratic county committee will in the near future name a candidate to fill the vacancy on the ticket, created by the death of Horace G. McDuffee, aged 66 years, prominent Allen county farmer and democratic candidate for state representative who succumbed to paralysis at his farm home in Eel River township last evening. The decedent had been subject to paralytic attacks for some time and the last stroke suffered on July 4, entirely paralyzed his right side and also deprived him of his speech. McDuffee served as trustee of Eel River township for a number of terms and was nominated as candidate for state representative on the democratic ticket at the May primaries. He had resided on the farm where he died, his entire life. Mr. McDuffee was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and the Masonic Lodge. Those who survive include the widow, four daughters, Martha McDuffee, residing at home, Mrs. FA Sordlett of Wallen, Mrs. MP Greeley, Fort Wayne and Mrs. BC O'Brien near LaOtto, John McDuffee Waynesfield Ohio and Milton McDuffee Fort Wayne, also three sisters Mrs. Caroline McGuire, Fort Wayne, Mrs. Levi Shedal of Noble county and Mrs. LeRoy Walters of Churubusco. The Masonic order will have charge of the funeral services which will be held at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon at the family home. Internment will take place in Eel River cemetery.
Fort Wayne News-Sentinel, Allen County, Indiana; July 11, 1922
Contributed by Jim Cox

Walter L. Meagher, 79, of 29th Street died at 8:04 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13, 2006, at Columbus Regional Hospital. For 40 years, Mr. Meagher was an operating engineer and heavy-equipment operator for R.L. Schutt Co. in Indianapolis and later worked for Reith & Riley Construction Co. He was a 60-year member of International Union of Operating Engineers, a 50-year member of the Amity Masonic Lodge 483 in Huntington and a member of Indianapolis Valley of Scottish Rite. He was affiliated with the Berean Bible Church and enjoyed bowling and following horse racing and professional sports. The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home on Washington Street with the Rev. Jerry K. Day Sr. officiating. Calling will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday and from 9:30 a.m. until service time Friday. A Masonic memorial service will be conducted at 7 pm. Thursday by members of St. Johns Lodge 20. The committal service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Eel River Cemetery near Fort Wayne with Pastor Michael Lederman officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or American Foundation for the Blind. Born June 29, 1927, in Spencer, Mr. Meagher was the son of Sylvester and Sarah Catherine Hutsell Meagher. He married Alice L. Strater Aug. 10, 1946, in Waterloo. Survivors include his wife; daughters, Connie (John) Wills of Brownstown and Rita Meagher of Columbus; a son, Thomas (Cheryl) Meagher of Minneapolis; a granddaughter, Brandy (Mike) Burke of Seymour, two great-grandchildren; a sister, Mildred Strater of Fort Wayne; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Meagher was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Jewell Meagher, and a sister, Ruth North.
Columbus Republic, Bartholomew County, Indiana; 15 August 2006
Contributed by Jim Cox

Funeral services will be held this morning at 10 o'clock at Klaehn & Sons Funeral Home, and 10:30 o'clock at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, for Louis Meyers. Rt. Rev. Msgr. Thomas M. Conroy officiating. Burial will be in Prairie Grove Cemetery.
Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; January 7, 1938
Contributed by Jim Cox

Thelma J. Meyers, 69, of Rome City died Thursday, November 2, 2017, in her residence. She was born November 14, 1947, in Welch, West Virginia, to George and Goldie (Hicks) Charles. On March 15, 1982, in Albion she married Mahlon K. Meyers. Mrs. Myers retired after 21 years at Silgon Plastics in Ligonier. She was a member of the True Church of God in Jesus Name in Kendallville. Thelma loved to read, cook, and care for her family. She was active in her church. Surviving are three sons, Jeffrey (Ellen) Hicks of Fort Wayne, Virgil (Vicky) Hicks of Butler, and Willis (Renee) Hicks of Butler; three daughters, Paula Brenay of Columbia City, Tammy (Tim) Cowan of Wolcottville, and Alicia Hicks of Goshen; 18 grandchildren, Jayla Hunt, Jeffrey Hicks, Saylor Lindsey, Christina Brenay, Gabrielle Hicks, Abigail Hicks, Virgil Hicks, Vincent Hicks, Victor Hicks, Brient Hicks, Peyton Hicks, Austin Woodworth, Malcolm Woodworth, Tyruss Fugate, Corie Joe Fugate, Dagan Hicks, Cody Collins, and Luke Collins; four great-grandchildren, Jackson Pilnock, Nickolai Pilnock, Nolan Pilnock, and Elaina Lynn Hicks; and five sisters, Tina Gibson of Wolcottville, Barbara (Jim) Johnson of Berwind, West Virginia, Janice (Tim) Kirk of Charleston, West Virginia, Llinda Charles of Goshen, and Trisha (Dale) Anders of Easley, South Carolina. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and two brothers, Corby Charles and Gordon Charles. Funeral services will be Monday, November 6, 2017, at 2 p.m. at the True Church of God in Jesus Name in Kendallville with Pastor Worley Gibson and Pastor Junior Brewster. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery, Wolcottville. Pallbearers will be Jeffrey Hicks, Saylor Lindsey, Virgil Hicks, Brient Hicks, Peyton Hicks, Austin Woodworth, Malcolm Woodworth, and Dagan Hicks. Calling will be Monday, November 6, 2017, from 12 to 2 p.m. at the church. Preferred memorials are to the church. Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville is assisting the family with arrangements.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 3, 2017

Funeral services for Mrs. Marcella E. Miles, 1143 W. Branning Ave, who died at 3:30 am Thursday at the Lutheran Hospital, will be held at 8:30 am Saturday at Mungovan & Sons Mortuary and at 9 am in St John the Baptist Catholic Church. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. Charles J Feltes will officiate and burial will be in the Catholic Cemetery. She was a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, a member of St John the Baptist Church and a charter member of the Rosary Society of the church. She was a member of the Legion of Mary and the Women's Benefit Association and a past secretary of the Ladies of the Elks. Surviving are the husband, Joseph C; a daughter, Mrs. Joan Marquart, Fort Wayne; a son, Robert E, a student at the University of Notre Dame; a sister, Mrs. Esther Walker, Fort Wayne; a brother August Axt, Chicago, and two grandchildren. The Rosary Society and Legion of Mary will meet at the mortuary at 7:30 pm today.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; December 11, 1959
Contributed by Jim Cox

August 28, 1939 -- November 28, 2017
Irma A. Miller, 78, of Goshen, went home to be with the Lord at 2:35 am on Tuesday, November 28, at Goshen Health Hospital. She was born on August 28, 1939 in St. Joseph County, MI, to Alvin and Mary Ann (Miller) Yoder. On May 14, 1959 in LaGrange County she married Raymond D. Miller; he survives. Survivors in addition to her husband are two daughters, Charlene (Tom) Smith of Goshen, Ella (Jon) Haldeman of Syracuse; two sons, Stanley (Audrey) Miller of Goshen, Gerald (Chris) Miller of Plymouth; 15 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Catherine (Marvin) Schrock of Wolcottville, Mary (Henry) Graber of LaGrange, Phyllis (Mervin) Yoder of Topeka, Wilma (Neal) Graber of LaGrange; five brothers, Wilbur (Barbara) Yoder and Perry (Amanda) Yoder both of Topeka, Levi (Esther) Yoder of Millersburg, Vernon (Cindy) Yoder of Wolcottville, Olen Yoder of LaGrange; three sisters-in-law, Viola Yoder of Sarasota, FL, Linda (David) Bontrager of Middlebury, Mary Yoder of Monroe. She was preceded in death by her parents; two infant sons, Cletus and Clifford Miller; two great-grandchildren; three brothers, Richard, Virgil and Orval Yoder. Irma was a homemaker and enjoyed sewing. She was a member of Maple Grove Church where she was involved with the Women's Quilting Club. Visitation will be from 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 pm on Thursday, November 30 and 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 pm on Friday, December 1, at Maple Grove Church, 806 S. Main St. Topeka. There will be one hour of visitation prior to the 10:00 am funeral service on Saturday, December 2, also at Maple Grove Church. Services will be conducted by Pastor Jason Gingerich and Barry St. Clair. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Topeka. Memorials may be given to Maple Grove Church.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, LaGrange County, Indiana; November 28, 2017

June 15, 1961 -- September 10, 2017
Lisa M. Miller, 56, of Middlebury, died at 7:15 pm on Sunday, September 10, at Elkhart Hospice House after a lengthy illness. She was born on June 15, 1961 in Rensselaer, to James and Wilma (Yoder) Laffoon. On October 30, 2003 in Middlebury, she married Harley Dean Miller, he survives. Survivors in addition to her husband is a daughter, Alisha Beard of Elkhart; son, Nicholas (Julie) Yoder of Decatur; three grandchildren, three step grandchildren; two sisters, Cindy (Shane) Patterson of Kentland, Cathy (Gene) Troyer of Middlebury. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Renee Marcott. Lisa had worked for ABT Company in Middlebury, Weldy's Animal Clinic in Wakarusa and as a Toll Road attendant. She enjoyed horseback riding; camping and time with her family. Visitation will be from 3:00 - 8:00 pm on Wednesday September 13, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Thursday, September 14, also at the funeral home. Services will be conducted by Pastor Kent Miller. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Bristol. Memorials may be given to the Shriners, Elkhart County Cancer Society or the Center for Hospice Care of Elkhart.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, LaGrange County, Indiana; September 11, 2017

MARY ANN MILLER, , 87, of Fort Wayne, passed away Friday, Oct. 28, 2011 at Ossian Health and Rehabilitation Center. Born Feb. 21, 1924 in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of the late Grover and Goldie (Weist) Swank. She was a homemaker and an accomplished seamstress. She enjoyed growing flowers, listening to country music, and spending time outdoors, especially at her cottage at Big Long Lake. "She was the best mom in the world, with a very generous heart". Surviving are her daughter, Sharon (Steve) Maxwell of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Amanda Gatton and Katy Miller; and great-granddaughter, Elie Gatton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dean T. "Deano" Miller in 2002; son, Larry Miller; and brothers, Norman and Richard Swank. Funeral service is 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011 at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Home For Funerals, 6810 Old Trail Road, Fort Wayne, IN with visitation one hour prior. Visitation also from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, 2011 at the funeral home. Burial will be at St. Aloysius Catholic Cemetery.
Published in Fort Wayne Newspapers, Allen County, Indiana on October 30, 2011

HELENE M. MOMMER, 90, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, Feb. 13, 2012, at her home surrounded by her family. Born Sept. 24, 1921, in Fessenden, N.D., she had been a switchboard operator with Employment Security, retiring in 1979. She was a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church and St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church's Adult Society, Quilting Society; Mission Circle; and one of St. John's Boiler Girls. She loved her family and cooking. She was a very caring and giving person. She is survived by her daughter, Sandra (David) Bradtmiller of New Haven; son, Michael (Sherry) Mommer of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Jeff (Shellee) Bradtmiller, Jennifer (Nathan) Nix, Christina Mommer, Suzanne Mommer and Mariah (Phil) French; great-grandchildren, Austin, Kylie, Alex, Zac, Madelyn, Katelyn, Grant, Carson, Micah, Silas, and Ziva; and sister, Viola Cifra of California. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Rolland; parents, Ralph and Flora Cook; and siblings, Ralph, Betty, Rudy, Jake, Peggy, John, and Lee. Funeral service is 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012, at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 729 W. Washington Blvd., with calling one hour prior. The Rev. Vernan Graham officiating. Calling also from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17, 2012, at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road. Burial in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials to St. John's Boiler Fund or Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes, Allen County, Indiana; February 14, 2012

ROLLAND E. MOMMER, 85, died Friday, June 13, 2003, at Parkview Memorial Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, he was a supervisor with International Harvester. He was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, past president of its Adult Society and a trustee of the church. He was involved with the American Legion Post 330, V.F.W. New Haven, DPMA - honorary member. He was a Pearl Harbor veteran, serving on the USS Arizona at Pearl Harbor. Survivors include his wife, Helen of Fort Wayne; son, Michael (Sherry) Mommer of Fort Wayne; daughter, Sandra (David) Bradtmiller of New Haven; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by sisters, Bernadette Berning and Florence Weideman. Service is 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 729. W. Washington Blvd., with calling one hour prior. Calling is also from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at D.O. McComb & Sons, Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road. Military graveside service at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorials to St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church or St. John Evangelical Lutheran Grade School.
Fort Wayne News-Sentinel, Allen County, Indiana; June 15, 2003
Contributed by Jim Cox

MARY A. MOSES, 99, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2011. Born in Liberty Center, Ind., she had worked at GE during World War II and had taught piano. She was an active member of First Wayne Street United Methodist Church, U.M.W., and taught Sunday school played piano at the church. She also enjoyed quilting and gardening. She is survived by her daughter, Kathy (Erv Denig) Moses-Denig of Fort Wayne; stepgrandson, Matthew Denig; brothers, Harold, Edwin, Paul, and John Prible; sister, Esther Prible of Bluffton; nephews, David, Larry and Dr. Ray Prible; and nieces, Saandra Bergman, Sara Pursifull, Janet Herring, and Jane Givens. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, William C. Moses; parents, Forest and Dora Prible; and sister, Martha Morris. A private memorial gathering will be held. Mary will be buried next to her husband in Prairie Grove Cemetery. Memorials to First Wayne Street United Methodist Church or Arts United. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home.
Published in Fort Wayne Newspapers, Allen County, Indiana on November 6, 2011

John William Mulholland, Jr., 79, of Wolcottville died Saturday, November 4, 2017, at his Adams Lake Home. He was born to John William Mulholland and H. Maud (Halverson) Mulholland on November 11, 1937, at McCray Hospital in Kendallville. His early childhood was spent living in Kendallville and Adams Lake. John graduated from Wolcottville High School in 1956. On March 20, 1958, he entered the US Army, receiving an honorable discharge in 1961. He underwent basic training at Fort Knox, Kentucky, Signal School at Fort Gordon, Georgia, jump school at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and attended the NCO Academy at Fort Huachuca, Arizona. He was a senior advisor to the Roka (Korean Army) Signal School at Taejon, Korea, serving the Korean Military Advisory Group, a Department of Army assignment. On June 30, 1962, John married Barbara French at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sturgis, Michigan, who survives him. Also surviving him are son John William III of Suwanee, Georgia, son Shawn Patrick and Keira Amstutz of Indianapolis and granddaughters, Chase Elizabeth Mulholland at Miami of Ohio and Elise Nicole Mulholland, and son Shane Christopher and Kristin Mulholland of Fort Wayne and granddaughters, Gracie Victoria Mulholland at Ball State University, Tatum Olivia Mulholland and Sofia Isabelle Mulholland. John began his banking career with Campbell and Fetter Bank in 1961 graduating from the School of Banking in Madison, Wisconsin, in 1971. In 1972, John started the Auburn Federal Savings branch in Columbia City where he remained until 1982. In 1982 he returned to Kendallville where he managed the American State Bank until 1984. From 1984 to 1995, John worked for Domex, Inc. He then became President and part owner of Metalcraft, Inc. at Wawaka. John's community involvements include, Kendallville Citizen of the Year in 1969, chairman of the committee which raised funds for the creation of the Kendallville Public Library, President of the Kendallville Jaycee's, charter member of the Kendallville Park Board, Vice President of the Kendallville Chamber of Commerce, President of the McCray Hospital Board, member of the Kendallville Economic Development Commission, a lifetime member of Kendallville Elks Lodge, member of the Rome City American Legion Post 381, member of the Kendallville VFW Post 2749, Kendallville Rotary Club, served as the first Noble County United Fund chairman and was a charter member of the steering committee which established the Kendallville YMCA. He was also a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Kendallville. While in Columbia City, in addition to serving two terms on the City Council, John was President of the Columbia City Rotary Club, charter member and President of the Columbia City Economic Development Commission, Whitley County United Fund campaign chairman, and board member of the Whitley County United Fund, as well as President of the community needs committee. John loved the lake, spending his final years at Adams Lake with his bride of 55 years. A man of few hobbies, John truly cherished spending time with his granddaughters. A proud Irishman, John was never without a drink or a joke. His laughter and spirit will be missed by all who knew him. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 11, 2017, at 2 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville. Burial will be in Lake View Cemetery, Kendallville. Honor guard services will be provided by Rome City American Legion Post 381, Kendallville VFW Post 2749, Kendallville American Legion Post 86, and active duty members of the US Army. Calling is one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the Rome City American Legion Post 381 or Kendallville VFW Post 2749.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 6, 2017

George Andrew Myers, 77, of Auburn died Sunday, October 29, 2017, at his residence. He was born March 15, 1940, in Walnut Creek, California, to Alvin G. and Mildred C. (Northup) Myers. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, serving from 1958 to 1962. Mr. Myers worked in the construction business and was a member of the Carpenter's Union. Surviving are two daughters, Kathleen (Randolph) LaHaie of Wolcottville and Melinda Marie (Dale Herbst) Myers of Wolcottville; a son, George A. (Bambi) Myers, Jr. of Shelby, North Carolina; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; a sister, Shirley Jones of Florida; and four brothers, Jerry Myers of Texas, Richard Myers of Kentucky, Jim (Donna) Myers of Orland, and Harold Myers of South Milford. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Harry Myers; and a grandson. Graveside services will be Saturday, November 4, 2017, at 1 p.m. at East Springfield Cemetery, US 20 and County Road 1050 E, LaGrange. Military graveside services will be provided by Rome City American Legion Post 381, Kendallville VFW Post 2749, and Kendallville American Legion Post 86. Preferred memorials are to Disabled American Veterans or to Wounded Warrior Project. Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville is assisting the family with arrangements.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; October 30, 2017

Norman R. Myers, 71, passed away Monday, September 11, 2017. He was born in Decatur, IN on February 20, 1946, the son of the late William and E. Lucile Myers. Norman attended the Ohio State University where he graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. Norman was the owner of Myers CPA Group in Fort Wayne for over 30 years. He was very involved at the County Line Church of God and was an avid fan of Ohio State Football. Surviving are his daughters, Cherie (Robert) Farrell, Melody (Michael) Braun, Chanda (Gregg) Koepke; 8 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; brother, Myron Myers; and his beloved cat, Bucky. Norman was preceded in death by his wife, Sonia Myers in 2010. Funeral service is 11:00 am, Saturday, September 16, 2017 at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road, with calling 1 hour prior. Visitation also at the funeral home, Friday, September 15, 2017, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Burial will take place in Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the County Line Church of God or the Allen County SPCA.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes, Allen County, Indiana; September 13, 2017

Mrs. Alcinda J. Nickey, aged 89, of near Churubusco, died at the Lutheran Hospital at 7:30 o'clock today. She had made her home with a son, A. J. Nickey, west of Churubusco for 15 years. Surviving are the son, two brothers, Bert and Frank Moseman of Columbia City, and four grandchildren. Mrs. Nickey was a sister of the deceased William Moseman of this city. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 o'clock (CBT) at the M. E. Church at Churubusco. Burial in Eel River Cemetery near Churubusco.
Fort Wayne News-Sentinel, Allen County, Indiana; September 23, 1929
Contributed by Jim Cox

Mrs. Grace D. Nickey, aged thirty-seven years, died Thursday at Denver, Colorado, after a protracted illness. She was the wife of Samuel D. Nickey, a former resident of Fort Wayne. The family moved to Colorado a number of years ago on account of the poor health of his wife. The remains will be brought to Fort Wayne Monday and will be removed to the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Grisamer, 144 East Leith Street, whence the funeral services will be held. The interment will be at Eel River Cemetery, near Churubusco.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; February 21, 1909
Contributed by Jim Cox

Elsie M. Ousley, 79, of Kendallville died Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at Hickory Creek Nursing Home, Kendallville. She was born January 12, 1938, in Floyd County, Kentucky, to Walker and Ruth (Tackett) Hunter. On November 3, 1956, in Stroh she married Raymond Ousley. He preceded her in death on December 20, 2003. Mrs. Ousley was a homemaker. She loved reading the Bible and being with her family. Surviving are three daughters, Garrietta (Ron) Christian of Corunna, Mary Kay (Charles) Rea of Kendallville, and Phyllis (Shannon) Terry of Lisbon; a son, Billy (Terri) Ousley of Morton, Illinois; 12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and 12 brothers and sisters, Lorene Griffith of Kentucky, Wanda Fannin of Kendallville, Clifford Hunter of Kendallville, Joanne Ousley of Kendallville, Otis Hunter of Garrett, Russell Hunter of Garrett, Brenda Sparkman of Tennessee, Garrett Hunter of Kentucky, Burma Riddle of Tennessee, Roger Hunter of Kentucky, Danny Hunter of Kimmel, and Barbara Fitch of Waterloo. She was also preceded in death by a son, Gary "Larry" Ousley; a daughter, Ruthene McDaniels; and three brothers and sisters, Garney Hunter, Wallace Hunter, and Janice Hunter. Funeral services will be Monday, November 27, 2017, at 11 a.m. at Grace Christian Church, 126 East Mitchell Street, Kendallville with Pastor Chris Mosley officiating. Burial will be in Sweet Cemetery. Calling is Monday from 9 to 11 a.m. at the church. Preferred memorials are to the family.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 22, 2017

Betty M. Pence, 88, a resident of rural Churubusco and widow of Roger L. Pence, passed away at 12:04 p. m. on Sunday, April 3, 2011, at the Provena Sacred Heart Home in Avilla following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Pence was born in Huntertown on November 9, 1922, a daughter of Hugh and Geneva Ruth (Lochner) Drake. She spent most of her formative years in Waterloo, and after moving to St. Joe with her parents, graduated from St. Joe High School. A 1946 graduate of the Indiana University School of Nursing, she was employed as a nurse at St. Joseph Hospital, and later worked as the company nurse for the S. S. Kresge Company in Fort Wayne. On May 23, 1951 she was united in marriage in Fort Wayne to Roger L. Pence. The couple lived all of their married lives on the family farm in Smith Township where she was a homemaker and assisted her husband on their farm. She had served as a volunteer for the American Red Cross blood bank for many years, and had also been a representative for Shaklee. In addition, she was a member of the Smith Township Homemakers. Mr. Pence preceded her in death on June 3, 2002. The surviving relatives include her daughter Debra (Ron) Rohrer of Churubusco; her son Jim Pence of Churubusco; a sister Leona Wysong of Wawaka; and two grandchildren Joseph Pence and Sara Pence. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother Frank Drake; and by a sister Bernice Strong. Funeral services will be held at 10 a. m. on Friday, April 8, 2009, at the Sheets & Childs Funeral Home in Churubusco with Rev. Corinne K. Boruff, pastor of Churubusco United Methodist Church, officiating. The family will receive friends from 2 to 8 p. m. on Thursday at the mortuary. Interment will be in the Eel River Cemetery, south of Churubusco.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; April 4, 2011

MRS PFEIFFER IS DEAD AT 74
Mrs. Fredericka Pfeiffer, 74, a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, died at 5:20 o'clock last night at the home of her son, Henry O. Pfeiffer, 1202 East Wayne street. She had been ill for one month with a heart ailment. Mrs. Pfeiffer was the widow of the late Henry Pfeiffer, for years a prominent hardware dealer in the city until his death in 1932. Mrs. Pfeiffer was a member of the St Paul's Lutheran church and of the Ladies' Aid society of that church. Her other affiliations include Childrens' Friends society, Lutheran Hospital Aid society, Federation of Lutheran Women and the Deaconness' society. Survivors include two sons, Henry O. with whom she made her home, and Albert J. Pfeiffer, Indianapolis; three daughters, Mrs. Philip Bohn, Detroit, Mich., Mrs. Oscar Kiefer and Mrs. Robert Kramer, both of Fort Wayne; three sisters, Mrs. Catherine Eattler, Palm Beach, CA, Mrs. Charles Ort, Niagara Falls, NY and Miss Anna Schmetzer, Pittsburgh, PA and 12 nieces and nephews among whom are Erma French of Jackson, Mich. and Fred Thompson of Chicago, both former residents of this city. The body was removed to the DO McComb and Sons funeral home where it may be viewed after 7 o'clock tonight.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; August 3, 1939
Contributed by Jim Cox

George M. Polston, 68, R R 1, New Haven, died at 2:30 pm yesterday at his home following an extended illness. Born in Coesse, he lived in auburn from 1900 to 1922 when he moved to Allen County. He was a foreman for the Central Foundry for 39 years, retiring in 1960. He was a charger member of Maumee Valley Grange 2419; Allen County Pornona Grange 59; and the Demeter Club. Surviving are his wife, Maola; two daughters, Mrs. Vivian Fisher and Mrs. Violet DeLong, both of Fort Wayne; one stepson, Clyde Potts, New Haven; one sister, Mrs. Edna Rose, Eustis, Fla.; seven grandchildren; three step grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2:30 pm Tuesday in E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, Rev. H. D. Rich officating. Burial will be in New Haven IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call after 7 pm today at the funeral home. The Grange will conduct services at 8 pm Monday in the funeral home.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; January 30, 1965
Contributed by Jim Cox

Billy K. Reade, 88, of Atwood Lake, Wolcottville died Wednesday, October 25, 2017, at Hickory Creek Nursing Home, Kendallville. He was born February 11, 1929, in York Township, Steuben County to Clarence and Thelma (Needle) Reade. Mr. Reade honorably served in the U.S. Army from 1950 to 1952. On June 16, 1959, in Wolcottville he married Naomi Edith (Coleman) Merriman. She preceded him in death on February 28, 1992. He retired in November, 1989 after 37 years as an electrician for Ross Laboratories in Sturgis, Michigan. Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Alta and Duane Targgart of Wolcottville; three grandsons, Alan (Anita) Targgart, Todd (Renee) Targgart, and Brooks (Heidi)Targgart; seven great-grandchildren, Hillary (Trey) Keller, Shea Targgart, Shelby Targgart, Tate Targgart, Tori Targgart, Tanner Targgart, and Turner Targgart; two great-great-grandchildren, Kennedy Keller and Knox Keller; an aunt, Jean Claywell of Battle Creek, Michigan; and two nephews. He was also preceded in death by a son, Stephen Lynn Reade; a sister, Joyce Easterday; and four brothers, Robert Reade, Royce Reade, Neal Reade, and Jerry Reade. Graveside services will be held Friday, November 24, 2017, at 11 a.m. at Woodland Cemetery, Wolcottville with Rev. Ken Weaver, Parkview Noble Hospice Chaplain officiating. Honor guard services will be provided by Rome City American Legion Post 381, Kendallville VFW Post 2749, and Kendallville American Legion Post 86. Preferred memorials are to Parkview Noble Hospice or Rome City American Legion Post 381.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; October 27, 2017

Services will be at 9:30 am Saturday in Mungovan & Sons Memorial Chapel and at 10 am in St. Henry's Catholic Church for Edward J. Reinhart, 84, of 3456 Diplomat Drive, who retired from the former Bowser Inc plant after 50 years. He died at 11 am Tuesday at his home. He was a lifelong Fort Wayne resident. Surviving are a son, Edward A. of Fort Wayne; and a sister, Mrs. Arsen Mason of Fort Wayne. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Catholic Cemetery.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; December 24, 1980
Contributed by Jim Cox

Joshua K. Resler, 28, Leipsic, OH formerly of Churubusco passed away at his residence September 14, 2017. He was born January 2, 1989 to Kert and Julie (Elser) Resler of Churubusco who survive. He graduated from Churubusco High School in 2007. He was an Assistant Manager at Tork Products (TPI) in Lima OH for 7 yrs. He was a Volunteer Fireman with the Blanchard TWP Fire Department Putnam County OH. He loved the outdoors and riding ATVs with his buddies. Survivors include Sister Faith Resler and Brother Danny Resler of Churubusco, Maternal Grandmother Peggy Elser of Albion, Paternal Grandmother Carol Resler of Churubusco, Aunts Penny (Donald) Krueckeberg of Pierceton, IN, Jodi McFarlane of Huntertown, Missy (Todd) Knafel of Albion, Carrie Resler of Wolf Lake, IN, and Uncle Greg (Jenny) Resler of Churubusco. He was preceded in death by his Grandfathers, Harold Elser in 1990 and Arthur Resler in 2016. Funeral Services will be 11:00am Wednesday, September 20, 2017 @ Sugar Grove Church of God. Visitation will be Tuesday, September 19 from 2-8 at Sugar Grove Church of God 5019 E. 500 S-57 Churubusco, IN 46723 with one hour calling prior to services on Wednesday. Officiating will be Pastor Tim Grable. Burial will be in Christian Chapel Cemetery Merriam, IN. Memorials to Erin's House for Grieving Children, 5670 YMCA Park Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46835, Blanchard Township Gilboa Fire Department, Putnam County Ohio and Sugar Grove Church of God.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; September 17, 2017

Mrs. Adella K. Rohrbach, 63, RR7 Minich Road, died at 10:25 am yesterday in the Lutheran Hospital where she had been a patient nine weeks. She had been in failing health 11 years. A native and lifelong resident of Allen County, Mrs Rohrbach was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church and a life member of its Missionary Society. Surviving are her husband, Albert; four sons, Gerald and Wilmer both of Marion Township, Richard and Kenneth, both at home; a brother Elmer Doctor, RR7; two sisters, Mrs Hulda Lepper and Mrs Elsie Hoffman, both of RR 10 and eight grandchildren. Services will be in the E Harper & Son Funeral Home, New Haven at 1:30 pm Tuesday and at 2:15 in Grace Lutheran Church, the Rev RH Holtmeyer officiating. Burial will be in the New Haven IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 pm today.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; May 22, 1960
Contributed by Jim Cox

Rex Alan Sauders, 63, of New Haven died Thursday, November 2, 2017, in his residence. He was born January 21, 1954, in Fort Wayne to Everett and Betty Jane (Sowles) Sauders. His parents preceded him in death. Mr. Sauders worked in medical records keeping. Surviving are two sons, Timothy R. Sauders of New Haven and Jared S. Sauders of Fort Wayne; a daughter, Vanessa Sauders of Fort Wayne; one grandchild; and a brother, David (Denise) Sauders of New Haven. Chapel services will be Sunday, November 5, 2017, at 2 p.m. at the IOOF Cemetery in New Haven with calling one hour prior to the service. Preferred memorials are to the family. Young Family Funeral Home, Hudson-Ashley Chapel, 612 North Main Street, Hudson is assisting the family with arrangements.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 3, 2017

Leonard Schacher died last evening of consumption at his home, No. 41 Stophlet street. He was a native of Germany and was 51 years old. He leaves a widow and eight children. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 1:30 at the residence and half an hour later at St. John's Lutheran Church.
Fort Wayne News, Allen County, Indiana; April 18, 1895
Contributed by Jim Cox

Miss Frieda Scheumann, 65, died at 1:13 pm yesterday at the home of a sister, Mrs. William Ladenberger, 1105 Rose Ave, New Haven, with whom she had lived for the past eight years. A native of Marion Township, Miss Scheumann resided in Fort Wayne for 23 years before moving to New Haven. She was employed as a seamstress for Wolf & Dessaur for a number of years until poor health forced her retirement about 14 years ago. Miss Scheumann was a member of Emmanuel (Emanuel) Lutheran Church New Haven. Surviving in addition to Mrs. Ladenberger are two brothers: Julius Scheumann, Madison Twp and Paul Scheumann, Marion Twp; another sister, Mrs. Louise Schroeder, Sarasota, Fla; and a number of nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the E Harper & Son Funeral Home, New Haven, after 7 pm Thursday. Funeral rites will be held at 2:30 pm Saturday in the funeral home, the Rev. Harold M. Luecke officiating. Burial will be in Concordia Lutheran Cemetery, Fort Wayne.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; October 19, 1955
Contributed by Jim Cox

Richard W. Schmidt, 33, 3009 Holton Ave, died at 7 pm yesterday at Veterans Hospital where he had been a patient three weeks. A lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, he was a veteran of World War II, a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church and was employed as a purchasing agent for American Radiator & Standard Sanitary Corp. Surviving are the wife, Margaret; two daughters, Kathleen and Carol Ann and one son, Richard Jr, all at home; the mother Mrs. Clara Schmidt; two brothers, Raymond, Fort Wayne and Delmar in the Army; three sisters, Mrs. Richard Uhlig and Mrs. Edgar Nagel, both of Fort Wayne, and Mrs. Richard Hall, Dayton, Ohio. Friends may call at the Rodebeck-Hockemeyer Funeral Home after 4 pm Sunday. Services will be Tuesday at a time to be announced with the Rev Arno C Schulz officiating. Interment will be in Concordia Lutheran Cemetery. Memorial to Bethlehem Lutheran Church or Concordia High School are a preferred form of remembrance.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; May 28, 1960
Contributed by Jim Cox

Services for Carl L. Shuff, 45, of 1404 Southdale Drive will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Zion Lutheran Church, Rev. Charles Seevers officiating. Burial will be in Concordia Lutheran Cemetery. Mr. Shuff was dead on arrival at 9:45 p.m. Sunday at Lutheran Hospital. He was a native of Danville, Ill., and had lived here 40 years. He was employed by Internation Harvester Co. as a machine operator, for 20 years. He was a veteran of World War II, a member of Zion Lutheran Church, and scoutmaster of Zion Troop 301. Surviving are his wife, Evelyn; three sons, James, Fort Wayne, and Randall and Wesley, both at home; a brother, David, Fort Wayne., and two sisters, Mrs. Catherine Craig, Fort Wayne, and Mrs. Ilean McCagg, Harlan. Friends may call until 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Rodenbeck-Hockemeyer Funeral Home. At 11 a.m. Wednesday the body will be taken to the church where friends may call until time services.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; February 22, 1966
Contributed by Jim Cox

Mrs. Clara L. Simmons, 62, formerly of Fort Wayne, died at 9:45 pm Tuesday in a Tucson, Ariz., hospital. She lived here 25 years before moving to Tucson where she lived with an aunt, Mrs. Eualia Ballentine. Other survivors include three uncles, Clinton and Maywood Carter, both of St Louis, Mich., and Walter Carter, Lansing, Mich. Services will be at 2 pm Saturday in Mungovan & Sons Mortuary with the Rev. Carl H. Amelung officating. Burial will be in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may call at the mortuary from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 Friday.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; March 6, 1968
Contributed by Jim Cox

Patricia A. Simon, 79, of Pleasant Lake died Monday, November 20, 2017, at 12:10 a.m. in Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, following a lengthy illness. She was born August 12, 1938, in Kendallville, to Bert and Lucille (Hope) Shultz. On December 3, 1955 in Kendallville she married Norman A. Simon. He preceded her in death July 17, 1995. Pat was a homemaker and had also worked as a sales associate at Wal-Mart in Angola. Surviving are three sons, Barry (Sandra) Simon of Hamilton, Randy (Deb) Simon of Wolcottville, and Tod Simon of Indianapolis; three grandchildren, Andrew Simon of Michigan, Dr. Samantha Simon of Aurora, Colorado, and Molly Simon of Charlotte, North Carolina; three step grandchildren, Brad Valentine, Tyler (Jenna) Steigerwald, and Alycia Steigerwald; six great-grandchildren; a brother, Donald Shultz of California; a brother-in-law, Allan Simon of Avilla; and several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Bernice Millhouse. Memorial services will be Wednesday, November 29, 2017, at 6 p.m. at the Stroh Church of Christ, 4540 S 1100 W, Hudson, with Pastor Mike Hamm officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Visitation will be Wednesday, November 29, 2017, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the church. Preferred memorials are to the donor's choice.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 21, 2017

Leonard Stalf Jr, 83, of R R 8, Columbia City, a Fort Wayne resident when he worked as a plaster contractor, died at 10:32 pm Tuesday in Lutheran Hospital. Surviving are a son, Jack C. of Albion; a daughter, Betty Hovarter of Fort Wayne; three sisters, Katherine Stalf and Freida Kerr, both of Fort Wayne, and Marie Fourth of Grabill; and two brothers, Carl and Louis, both of Fort Wayne. Services will be at 10:30 am Saturday in Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City, where friends may call from after 2 pm Friday. Burial will be in Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; December 24, 1980
Contributed by Jim Cox

Carol L. (Jolly) Summers, 93, of Rome City died Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 2017, in Parkview Noble Hospital. She was born in Fort Wayne on August 21, 1924, the daughter of James J. and Verne E. (Bliss) Jolly. On February 17, 1943, in Kendallville she married Eldon James "Jim" Summers, while he was on leave from the U.S. Navy during World War II. Nearly a lifetime resident of Noble County, she retired in December, 1987 after 23 years as secretary at Rome City Elementary School. She was Valedictorian of the Rome City High School class of 1942 and a member of BPW International. Carol enjoyed reading and doing crossword and jigsaw puzzles. She dearly loved spending time with her grandchildren. Surviving are a daughter, Diana Harris of Rome City; three sons, Dr. Richard (Mano) Summers of Summerville, South Carolina, Roger (Judy) Summers of Fort Wayne, and Eldon "Rusty" (Laura Fox) Summers of Missoula, Montana; a sister, Dorothy "Dolly" Chapman of Rome City; 12 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim; two sisters, Virginia Kotz and Betty Lockwood; two brothers, James Jolly and Richard Jolly; and a great-granddaughter, Larissa McCorkle. Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 28, 2017, at 11 a.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with the Rev. Shalimar Holderly of Calvary United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in Orange Cemetery, Rome City. Calling will be Monday, November 27, 2017, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday. Preferred memorials are to Acres Land Trust, 1802 Chapman Road, Huntertown, Indiana, 46748.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 24, 2017

Irene Summers, 71, of Auburn died Monday, November 6, 2017, at 4:15 p.m. in DeKalb Health Hospital in Auburn. She was born June 13, 1946, in Knott County, Kentucky, to Chick and Bertha (Handshoe) Conley. Ms. Summers retired after 35 years at Messenger in Auburn. Surviving are a son, Rick (Josie) Anglin of San Bernadino, California; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Pauline (Stuart) Piner of Wilmington, North Carolina; and two brothers, Harold Conley of Angola and Darrell Conley of Stroh. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Randy Anglin; and a sister, Colleen Collins. Private graveside services will be at Lake View Cemetery Kendallville. Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville is assisting the family with arrangements.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 7, 2017

Anna Mae Tackett, 89, of Corunna, died Monday, September 11, 2017, at 9:04 p.m. in her residence surrounded by family. She was born June 25, 1928, in Garrett, Kentucky, to Sam and Mary (Salmons) Stephens. On April 11, 1946, in Drift, Kentucky, she married Joe Tackett. He survives in Corunna. Mrs. Tackett worked at Essex Wire in Ligonier, and King-Seeley, and Uniform Printing both in Kendallville. She attended Little Flossie Old Regular Baptist Church near Kendallville. Anna Mae enjoyed gardening, crocheting, and reading and dearly loved her grandchildren. Also surviving are three daughters, Joan (Buford) Shepherd of Cookeville, Tennessee, Mary Rafferty of Corunna, and Sarah "Deb" (Steve) Faulkner of Corunna; three sons, Denver (Beverly) Tackett of Avilla, Clyde Tackett of Corunna, and Michael (Mel) Tackett of Corunna; 12 grandchildren, Lisa, Johnny, Sandi, Michelle, Jacklyn, Brandi, Jenny, Charity, Matt, Joe, Tammy, and Lee; 23 great-grandchildren, Kathy, Candy, Lyndy, Blake, Luke, Devon, Cam, Tosha, Hayden, Summer, Jake, Sarah, Cali, Cole, Kimmy, McKayla, Maddie, Samantha, Joey, Noah, Cora, Adlyen, and Grayson; and 11 great great-grandchildren, Alaina, Matthew, Christian, Preston, Autumn, Geneve, Prairie, Wyatt, Liam, AJ, and Joseph. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Theresa Stienbarger; two brothers, Hallie Stephens and Vernon Stephens; and an infant sister. Funeral services will be Friday, September 15, 2017, at 2 p.m. in Little Flossie Old Regular Baptist Church, Kendallville with the Elders of the church officiating. Burial will be in Lake View Cemetery, Kendallville. Pallbearers will be Johnny Crager, Tavis Sparkman, Blake Crager, Coleman Spencer, Matt Tackett, and Wade Warner. Calling is Thursday, September 14, 2017, after 3 p.m. at the church. Preferred memorials are to the Noble County Humane Society.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; September 12, 2017

Thomas O. Targgart, 88, a resident of Churubusco and formerly of Green Township in Noble County, passed away at 6:00 p. m. on Thursday, November 28, 2013, at Heritage Park Nursing Home in Fort Wayne following a lengthy illness. He had been a patient there for over two years. Mr. Targgart was born in Wolf Lake on February 6, 1925, a son of Dae H. and Hattie (Gay) Targgart. He spent his formative years in that area and graduated from Wolf Lake High School in 1943 where he was a member of its 1942 basketball regional championship team. On July 12, 1947 he was married in Lancaster to Donna M. Nolt, and lived all of his married life in Green Township until moving to his present home in Churubusco in 2010. In his early years he was engaged in farming and had also worked at the former Fisher's Service Station in Churubusco. Employed at Dana Corporation in Fort Wayne for 29 years, he retired from there as a materials handler in 1990. He was a member of the Sugar Grove Church of God, north of Churubusco, and was an avid Indiana University basketball fan. In his leisure time he enjoyed fishing, camping, his farm, and most especially loved and cherished his family. The surviving relatives include his wife Donna, to whom he was married for over 66 years; his three children Steven L. (Rebecca) Targgart, Keith N. (Patsy) Targgart, and Cheryl A. Zonker, all of Churubusco; seven grandchildren, one step-granddaughter, and 18 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister Aldena Harris; and by two brothers Dae Targgart, Jr. and Glen Targgart. Funeral services will be held at 11 a. m. on Monday, December 2, 2013, at the Sugar Grove Church of God with Pastor Timothy Grable, officiating. The family will receive friends at the Sheets & Childs Funeral Home in Churubusco on Sunday from 2 to 5 p. m., or at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in the Eel River Cemetery, south of Churubusco.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; November 29, 2013

Sean Patrick Teagarden, infant son of Patrick and Nancy, died around 11 pm Thursday in Parkview Memorial Hospital. Also surviving are two brothers, J. Blake Green and Brian Green, both at home; one sister, Katie Teagarden, at home; and his grandparents, Dr. Justin and Mary Arata and Edward and Ruth Teagarden, all of Fort Wayne. Graveside services were Friday in Catholic Cemetery, 3500 Lake Ave. Arrangements by D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road. Memorial to Parkview's Labor and Delivery Unit.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; July 13, 1985
Contributed by Jim Cox

Jackie Tilbury, 74, of Churubusco, passed away at 8:20p.m. on November 23, 2017 in Fort Wayne. Born on July 29, 1943 in Olympia, Washington. She was raised by her parents Carl and Joan Thomas. She spent her formative years in Alaska. Jackie was married on February 23, 1968 to Arthur Tilbury in Alaska. The couple moved to Churubusco in 1975. She was a dedicated mother and later enjoyed opening her house to her grandchildren and many others. Jacqueline is survived by a daughter, Joanna (Michael) Keefe; four sons, David Tilbury, John Tilbury, Lee Tilbury and Ray Tilbury; a sister, Mary; 19 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, Carl Thomas and George and Joan Carlson; four brothers, Jim, Bud, Dale, and Ray; a granddaughter, Jenny and a great granddaughter, Summer. There are no services planned at this time. In lieu of flowers please make donations to FFA Churubusco Chapter of Churubusco High School.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; November 24, 2017

Robert Lee Trowbridge, 84, of Ligonier died Friday, November 10, 2017, from the results of a traffic accident west of Topeka. He was born November 14, 1932, in Orange Township, Noble County to Bert and Hazel (Acker) Trowbridge. On April 21, 1956, in Angola he married Mary Ellen Johnston. She preceded him in death on July 5, 2016. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955 during the Korean War. Mr. Trowbridge was a truck driver. He was a member of Kendallville VFW Post 2749 and Ligonier American Legion Post 243. Surviving are two daughters, Bobbie (Randy) Chidister of South Bend and Linda (Jim) Sedlacek of Elkhart; two sons, Dale Trowbridge of Ligonier and Joseph (Judy) Trowbridge of Albion; eight grandchildren, Casey Slone, Ashley Slone, Justin Ray, Heather Smith, Jennifer Levens, Shaun Trowbridge, Eithan Trowbridge, and Christopher Trowbridge; 11 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two sisters, Emma Linville-Slessman of Kendallville and Gloria (Bob) Lash of Huntertown; and two brothers, Walter (Patricia) Trowbridge of Kendallville and Duane (Sheryl) Trowbridge of Leo. He was also preceded in death by a son, Robert Trowbridge, Jr. and a brother, Lowell Trowbridge. Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 15, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with Pastor Mark Wood officiating. Burial will be in Sweet Cemetery. Honor guard services will be provided by Kendallville VFW Post 2749, Rome City American Legion Post 381, Kendallville American Legion Post 86, Ligonier American Legion Post 243, and active duty members of the U.S. Army. Pallbearers will be Shaun Trowbridge, Christopher Trowbridge, Casey Slone, Gage Paulus, Shaw Smith, and Jason Smith. Calling is Tuesday, November 14, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the West Noble American Legion Post 243.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; November 11, 2017

Joseph J Voors, Jr., ex-official at Parrot
Joseph J. Voors Jr., 68, died at 1:45 am Friday in Parkview Memorial Hospital. Born in Fort Wayne, Mr. Voors was a personnel director for Parrot Packing Co. for 30 years and was former owner of Ace Coal Co. He also was past president of Bishop Dwenger Men's Club, former vice president of St. Jude's Parish Council and a World War II veteran. Surviving are his wife, Mary Ann; one daughter, Katherine A. Miller, of Fort Wayne; two sons, Joseph J III of Fort Wayne and Michael H. of Greenville, NC; three brothers, Monsignor William J., Richard P. and Charles L., all of Fort Wayne; one sister, Helen Roy, of Fort Wayne; and four grandchildren. Services at 9:30 am Monday in Mungovan & Sons Memorial Chapel, 2114 S. Calhoun St, and 10 am in St. Jude's Catholic Church, 2101 Pemberton Drive. Calling from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 Sunday in the funeral home, with a rosary recited at 7 pm. Burial in Catholic Cemetery. Memorials are Masses to the church.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; July 13, 1985
Contributed by Jim Cox

Funeral services for Mrs. Nancy Walker, 74, who died Tuesday night at her home in Roanoke, will be held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Koontz Funeral Home in Roanoke. Burial will be in Prairie Grove Cemetery. The deceased resided in Fort Wayne 35 years until moving to Roanoke five years ago. Survivors include the husband, Robert; 5 sons, Grover of Allen County, Alva, Earl, Joseph and Carl Walker of this city; three daughters, Mrs. Minnie Bottnger, Mrs. Mary Hause and Mrs. Bessie Kepp of this city; 39 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; January 14, 1938
Contributed by Jim Cox

Juanita M. Warner, 87, passed away Monday, February 20, 2012 at her home in Huntertown. Born in Allen County, IN, Juanita worked for Fort Wayne National Bank for 40 years, retiring in 1987. She was a member of Agape Church of the Brethren, in their choir, seniors, and women's fellowships groups, American Business Women's Association New Era Chapter, Church Women United, Dana Retirees, Parkview Seniors, supporter of her husband's WWII Red Raiders 22nd Bomber Group. She and her husband enjoyed traveling around the world. She was very active in her children and grandchildren's school and music events. Surviving are her son, Dale H. (Jody) Warner of Huntertown, daughter, Becky A. (Chuck) Morris of Churubusco, grandchildren Kara, Kyle (Kendra), Ryan Morris, Josh and Jennifer Warner. Juanita was preceded in death by mother, Aldia McDuffee; father, Milton McDuffee; and husband, Harry Warner. Service is 11:00 am, Saturday, February 25, 2012 at Agape Church of the Brethren, 11610 Lima Road, with calling one hour prior, Pastor Jeffrey Copp officiating. Calling at D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road Friday, February 24, 2012 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm & 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Burial in Eel River Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Agape Church of the Brethren.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes, Allen County, Indiana; February 21, 2012

Dakota James White, 22, of Hudson died Wednesday, September 13, 2017 in his residence. He was born March 13, 1995, in Angola, to Robert and Darlene (Stultz) White. Dakota loved to bow hunt, fish and was an awesome mechanic, but above all, spending time with his son was what he truly enjoyed the most. Surviving are his parents, Robert and Darlene White of Hudson; a son, Matthew Hunter White of Bronson, Michigan; two sisters, Malinda (Josh) Daglow of Hudson and Hillary Brandeberry of Angola; three brothers, David Brandeberry of Flint, Scott White of Ashley and Triston White of Ashley; paternal grandmother, Gail White of Lake of the Woods, Hudson; maternal grandfather, James Stultz of Angola; two aunts, April Vanwye of Long Lake, Hudson, and Deb Frazie of Brown County; an uncle, Ted Stultz of Angola; seven nieces, Kedra Case, Trianna Brandeberry, Chevelle Brandeberry, Dixie Brandeberry, Addie White, Jayla Jones, and Kinsley Jones; and five nephews, Aidin Mearse, Damian Brandeberry, Huck Brandeberry, Mason Brandeberry, and Hunter Brandeberry. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Sandra K. Stultz; paternal step-grandfather, Frank Bartlett; and two aunts, Lynn White and Carol Henderson. A celebration of life service will be held Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 3 p.m. in Young Family Funeral Home, Hudson-Ashley Chapel, (formerly Johnson Funeral Home), 612 North Main Street, Hudson. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services on Sunday. Preferred memorials are to the family for his son, Matthew.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; September 16, 2017

Walter Wiegmann, 85 years old of Decatur, Indiana, entered into eternal life at 1:50 p.m. on Thursday, November 24, 2011 at his residence. Walter was born on Tuesday, April 27, 1926 in Ft. Wayne, Indiana the son of the late Henry Wiegmann and the late Minnie (Oetting) Wiegmann. Walter was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church - Preble in rural Decatur, Indiana; he was a graduate of New Haven High School Class of 1944; and he was a graduate of Reppert Auction School in 1945. Walter was a prominent auctioneer and real estate broker in the Ft. Wayne, Indiana area for 60 years. He began the Wiegmann Auctioneers firm in 1945. Surviving are his wife of 63 years, Barbara (Morning)Wiegmann of Decatur, Indiana; daughter, Connie Jeffrey of Decatur, Indiana; son, Ron (Debra) Wiegmann of Decatur, Indiana; daughter, Bonnie (Steve) Sipe of New Haven, Indiana; sister, Gloria Werling of New Haven, Indiana; sister, Ruth Peters of Decatur, Indiana; five grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. Preceding Walter in death were his parents and one son-in-law, Gary Jeffrey. A 9:30 a.m. Prayer Service will be held Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at the Zwick and Jahn Funeral Home, Decatur, Indiana followed by a 10:30 a.m. Funeral Service in the St. Paul Lutheran Church - Preble with Rev. Dr. Daniel J. Brege officiating. Entombment will follow in the Concordia Gardens Cemetery in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Friends will be received from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sunday, November 27, 2011 and from 2-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday, November 28, 2011 and from 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at the Zwick and Jahn Funeral Home, Decatur, Indiana. Preferred memorials are to St. Paul Lutheran Church - Preble; or the SPI School.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Adams County, Indiana; November 25, 2012

Services for Mrs. Virginia B. Wise, 55, of 2802 Brooklyn Ave., will be at 10 am Friday in C. M. Sloan & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. M. L. Myers officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Churubusco. Mrs. Wise died at 6:50 am yesterday in Lutheran Hospital where she had been a patient since Feb. 24. She worked 15 years at the Five Points Cafe before retiring last October. Survivors include her husband, William M.; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Ann Geiger and Mrs. Barbara Thompson, both of Fort Wayne, and Miss Theresa Walsh, at home; a son, Danny Lee Walsh, at home; two sisters, Miss Lila Miller, Fort Wayne and Mrs. Jack Gooding, Portland, Ore.; and five grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; March 6, 1968
Contributed by Jim Cox

Harold J. Wishern, 72, of Leesburg, died at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday in Prairie View Rest home in Warsaw. He was a native of Fort Wayne and had lived there until moving to Secrest lake in 1979. He was retired from Allied Mills. Surviving are his wife, Helen; a son, Ronald, of Fort Wayne; and two granddaughters. Services at 10 a.m. Friday in Harris Funeral Home, Syracuse; calling 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday. Burial in Concordia Gardens Cemetery. Memorial to North Webster Tippecanoe Township Library.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; July 15, 1987
Contributed by Jim Cox

February 4, 1941 -- November 25, 2017
Ella J. Yoder, 76, of LaGrange, died at 5:00 pm on Saturday, November 25, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital. She was born on February 4, 1941 in LaGrange to Jonas and Edna (Troyer) Weaver. On November 17, 1960 in LaGrange County she married Ervin L. Yoder, he survives. Survivors in addition to her husband are three daughters, Ruth (Edward) Yoder, Edna Fern (Danny) Miller and Sue Anna Yoder all of LaGrange; 11 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, two step great grandchildren, a step great great granddaughter; three sisters, Helen (Ray) Hochstetler of Topeka, Edna Bontrager of LaGrange, Lydia Borntrager of Goshen; two brothers, Harry (Mary) Weaver of Topeka, Harley (Ella) Weaver of Dalton, WI; sister-in-law, Mary Weaver of Shipshewana; three brothers-in-law, Elva (Martha) Miller of Ligonier, David Wengerd of LaGrange, Howard Miller of Ligonier. She was preceded in death by her parents; four sisters, Anna Jacobs, Elsie Miller, Esther Miller, Susie Wengerd; a brother, Calvin Weaver; two great grandchildren, Myron Dean Lehman and Emma Jo Lehman; three brothers-in-law, Daniel Jacobs, Harvey Borntrager, Lester Bontrager. Ella was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church. Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Monday, November 27, and all day Tuesday, November 28, at the family's residence, 0695 South 700 West LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Wednesday, November 29, at the Elmer Mast residence, 7420 West 050 South Shipshewana. Services will be conducted by Bishop John Mishler and the home ministers. Burial will be in Yoder Cemetery, Shipshewana. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury is in charge of arrangements.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, LaGrange County, Indiana; November 26, 2017

September 6, 1939 -- November 28, 2017
Mary E. Yoder, 78, of Ft. Wayne, formerly of LaGrange County, died at 10:25 am on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at Life Care Center, Ft. Wayne. She was born on September 6, 1939 in Paint Township, OH, to Ezra and Anna (Stutzman) Miller. On March 17, 1966 in Lawrence County, OH she married Enos A. Yoder, he survives. Survivors in addition to her husband are a son, Ezra (Barbara) Yoder of Bluffton; three daughters, Fannie (Sahr) Ngekia of South Bend, Lydia Miller of Shipshewana, Sarah (Mose, Jr.) Miller of La Plata, MO; 15 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren; two sisters, Sarah Miller of Ethridge, TN, Fannie (John) Nolt of Belize, South America; two brothers, Peter Miller of Hohenwald, TN, Eli Miller of Ethridge, TN. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Mattie Yoder, son, Eli Yoder, sister, Ada Miller. Mary was a hard working lady who enjoyed cooking, canning, coloring in adult coloring books, flowers and writing letters. Visitation will be from 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 pm Thursday, November 30 at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm on Friday, December 1, also at the funeral home. Services will be conducted by the Fairhaven Ministry Team. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, Goshen. Memorials may be given to the funeral home for funeral expenses.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, LaGrange County, Indiana; November 28, 2017

November 24, 1956 -- December 7, 2016
Rebecca "Becky" Yoder, 60, of Constantine, died at 8:55 am on Wednesday, December 7, at her residence. She was born on November 24, 1956 in Sturgis, MI, to Frank and Bev (Musser) Lutz. On January 27, 1974 in White Pigeon, MI she married Rich Yoder, he survives. Survivors in addition to her husband are a son, Nick (Ashley) Yoder of Constantine, MI; a grandson, Robert Yoder; three step-grandchildren, Andrea, Layla and Ethan; two brothers, Greg Lutz of Ontario, Canada and Mark Lutz of Constantine, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Cheryl Hays Shull. Becky had worked several years for Shipshe Casuals, managing Apple Creek Alley. She had also worked in the library of White Pigeon Elementary School and Glen Oaks College. She had taught knitting classes, was an avid reader and owned a vast collection of books. She has had a love for animals and enjoyed riding motorcycle with her husband. She often laughed as she admitted that she knew a wealth of useless information and often spoke of her love for her grandson, Robbie. Visitation will be from 1:00 - 6:00 pm on Sunday December 11, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Monday, December 12, also at the funeral home. Services will be conducted by Pastors John Dexler and Scott Yoder. Memorials may be given to United Cancer Services of Elkhart County or Hospice of Sturgis.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, LaGrange County, Indiana; December 7, 2016