Madelene M. Alfeld, 95, of Churubusco, passed away on August 30, 2017 at Renaissance Village in Fort Wayne. Born in Sturgis, Michigan, on July 29, 1922. She was a daughter to Richard and Opal (Young) Rodman. She worked for 14 years as an attendant at the State Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was married on January 7, 1978 to Harold J. Alfeld. He preceded her in death on November 26, 1996. Madelene is survived by four sons, Richard (Drucilla) Biddle, Lee Biddle, Phillip Biddle, Kevin (Tina) Biddle; a daughter, Cheryl (Gary) Hackett; a daughter-in-law, Mary Lou Biddle; many grandchildren and several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and spouse she is preceded in death by her sister, Leonteen Fletter and a son Danny Biddle. By Madelene's request there will be no services. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Churubusco VFW in Madelene's name.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; August 30, 2017

May 25, 1932 -- September 27, 2017
Benjamin A. Bailey Sr., 85, of Howe, died at 11:29 am on Wednesday, September 27 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. He had been in declining health. He was born on May 25, 1932, in Jasper, MI, to Paul Revere and Beulah (Warner) Bailey. On July 10, 1974, in Howe, he married Carmen Arendt; she survives. Survivors in addition to his wife are daughter, Tonya (Scott) Christner of Howe; four sons, Brad Bailey of Waldron, MI, Brian (Kelly) Bailey of White Pigeon, MI, David (Karena) Bailey of Mooresville, NC, Ben (Melissa) Bailey of O'Fallon, MO; 17 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Richard and James Bailey; three sisters, Hazel Bishop, Eleanor Shadewald, and Pauline Feller. He was self-employed for most of his life. He was a farmer and owner/operator of a trucking company, a bowling alley, a restaurant, and a motel. He loved spending time with his family and was an outdoorsman enjoying fishing and hunting. Benjamin served in the Air Force during the Korean War. Visitation will be from 1:00 - 6:00 pm on Saturday, September 30 and for one hour prior to the 2:00 pm funeral service on Sunday, October 1 at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury. Services will be conducted by Pastor Harold Gingerich. There will be a brief military burial rites service following the funeral. Family and friends may gather at Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury for a graveside service at 10:00 am on Monday, October 2. Memorials may be given to 4th District Homeless Veterans.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; September 27, 2017

Captain Eric J. Balliet, 41, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2017 during a training session with the Fort Wayne Fire Department. He was a native and lifetime resident of Fort Wayne. Ericgraduated from Northop High School in 1994 and earned his associates degree from Ivy Tech. Eric was a 19 year veteran with the Fort Wayne Fire Department; a paramedic with Three Rivers Ambulance Authority, a Deputy Coroner with the Allen County Coroner's office since 2009, Captain of Traffic Division for Allen County Sheriff Reserves and Dean of Campers at the Great Lake Burn Camp of Jackson, MI. He was a member of Pathway Christian Church. Eric was passionate about his family as well as his service to the community. He received numerous achievements through both Fort Wayne Fire Department in addition to the other organizations he served. His family and friends will miss his love, and his ability to light up a room with his humor and genuine love for people. His heart was larger than his stature. Surviving are his loving wife, Alicia K Balliet and their twin children, Lucas and Alyssa of Fort Wayne, IN; father, Gail R (Elaine) Balliet of Angola, IN; mother, Deborah (Thomas) Armento of Spring Hill, TN; brother, Aaron Balliet of Fort Wayne, IN; sister, Tina (Matt) Willis of Angola, IN; grandmother, Nancy LeValley and grandfather, Raybourn LeValley of FL; In-laws, Robert (Dorothy) Zimmerman of Clearwater, FL; brother in law, Robert (Karen) Zimmerman of Fort Wayne, IN; sister-in-law, Carrie (Michael) Miller of Angola, IN grandmothers, Catherine Roth of Huntertown, IN; Roberta Roth of Fort Wayne, IN; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Eric was preceded in death by grandparents, Grandville "TY" and Phyllis Balliet. Service is Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at 11:00 am at First Assembly of God, 1400 W. Washington Center Road , with Rev. Ron Williams officiating. Calling Tuesday, October 3, 2017, from 2 - 8 pm at Pathway Community Church, 11910 Shearwater Run . Burial in Huntertown Cemetery, Huntertown, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Great Lakes Burn Camp for Kids P.O. Box 6189 Jackson, MI 49204. Arrangements by D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 E. Dupont Road Fort Wayne, IN 46825.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 30, 2017

December 30, 1981 -- September 6, 2017
Steven Kenneth Berlin, 35, of Warsaw, went to be with the Lord at 3:07 pm, on Wednesday, September 6, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. He was born on December 30, 1981, in Elkhart, to Butch Berlin and Ann Vitali. Surviving is his father, Butch (Lisa) Berlin of Middlebury; his mother, Ann Drew of LaGrange; five sisters, Stephanie Decker of Warsaw, Jennifer Berlin of LaGrange, Yolanda Martinez of Bronson, MI, April Koscher of Bristol, Samantha Berlin of Elkhart; nine nieces and nephews, Jacinda Duff, Devlin Duff, Natalya Decker, Aubrey Gump, Jaydin Williams, Jahreal Williams, Gracelynn Lowe, Jase Foster and Kyndzlee Dickson; grandmothers, Kathleen Schrock of Middlebury and Marlene Berlin of Shipshewana. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Larry Berlin and Larry Vitali. Steven had worked in local RV factories. He was a huge USC fan, enjoyed fishing and golfing. He loved his family and friends and would do anything for anybody. Visitation will be from 2:00 - 4:00 and 5:00 - 7:00 pm on Monday, September 11, followed by a 7:00 pm funeral service at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury. Burial will be at a later date in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Bristol.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; September 8, 2017

Douglas Paul Bird, "Doug" , went to be home with the Lord on August 16, 2017 He was 56 years old. He was born on July 13, 1961 in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Dale and Norma Bird. His wife Leslie, daughters, Shaka, Andrea and Dougs sister Karen (Jeffrey) Palmer, and brothers Lynn (Christina) Bird and Jerry (Renee) Bird have fond memories of Doug. Doug was preceded in death by a brother. Doug loved the Lord and his passion was to share the gospel message with as many people as he could. He would say, "That's my job man!" He is missed but we know we will see him in eternity. His favorite bible verse was Jeremiah 33:3. Call unto me and I will answer you and I will tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know. He was loved and will be missed by all who knew him. A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Thursday August 24, 2017 at Highland Gospel Church, 3800 N. Clinton, Fort Wayne, IN 46805 with calling 1 hour prior to service. Pastor Nate Schumacher will officiate.
Covington Memorial Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; August 19, 2017

Rhea M. Bohnke, 90, of Monroeville, IN passed away Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Lutheran Life Villages in Fort Wayne. She was born on Saturday, November 6, 1926 in Pueblo, Colorado the daughter of the late Summers E. West and the late Rhea B. (de Laubenfels) West. She married Richard F. Bohnke on June 5, 1949 at St. John Lutheran Church, Flatrock and he survives after 68 years of marriage! Rhea was a Lutheran school teacher and educator. At the age of 17, she began her teaching career in a one room schoolhouse, teaching all eight grades in rural Pueblo, Colorado. This occurred during World War II and was permitted since she received her emergency teaching certificate. Following the war, she enrolled at St. John College in Winfield, Kansas and received her teaching degree in 1947. She then moved to Monroeville, Indiana where she began her teaching career which included St. John Lutheran School, Flatrock; Central Lutheran School; and Emmanuel Lutheran School, Soest before retiring after 30 years. In addition to her teaching, she was also a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Flatrock and the Lutheran Women's Missionary League (LWML). Survivors include her husband, Richard "Dick" Bohnke of Monroeville; son, Michael (Sara "Sally") Bohnke of Fort Wayne; daughter, Michele (William) Hosmon of Evansville; daughter, Peggy (Gary) Turner of Searcy, AR; daughter, Patty (Ronald) Clark of Martinsville; brother, Thomas (Doris) West of Phoenix, AZ; brother, Hal (Sondra) West of Canon City, CO; ten grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Patrick Bohnke (in infancy); a brother, Daniel West; and two sisters, Charlotte Kramer and Helen West (in infancy). Following a private burial service in the morning, funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 7, 2017 at St. John Lutheran Church, Flatrock with Rev. Douglas Christian officiating. Friends will be received from 2 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, September 6 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville. Preferred memorials are to St. John Lutheran Church, Flatrock Jonathan Lane Hockemeyer Fund or Beth Ann Hoffman Fund.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; September 3, 2017

May 17, 1942 -- October 3, 2017
Patricia "Pat" Ann Bontrager White, 75, of Goshen, formerly of Middlebury died at 7:24 pm, on Tuesday, October 3, at Courtyard of Goshen, where she had stayed the past two months. She had been in declining health the past year and a half. She was born on May 17, 1942, in Mexico, MO, to Wallace and Nellie (Teall) White. Surviving are daughter, Joni (Ben) Jones of Jackson, MI; two sons, Tony Bontrager of Goshen, Troy (Angie) Bontrager of Milford; eight grandchildren, one great grandson; three sisters, Marge Vaugh of Henryetta, TX, Helen Gray of Benton Harbor, MI, Charlotte Hoffman of South Bend; three brothers, Jack White of Middlebury, Don (Sheila) White of Hannibal, MO, Tim "J.T." (Addie) White of Bristol. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Todd Bontrager; two sisters, JoAnn Singell and Betty Hoffman. Patricia loved her grandchildren dearly. She had graduated from Elkhart High School in 1960 and had attended The Church in Benton Harbor and Gospel Kingdom Church in Louisville, KY. Visitation will be from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Saturday October 7, followed by a 1:00 pm memorial service all at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury. Burial will be at a later date in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury. Memorials may be given to Goshen Home Care & Hospice.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; October 6, 2017

Nathan "Nate" W. Boothby, 38, passed away Friday, September 22, 2017 after a four year battle with cancer. Born in Kokomo, Indiana, Nate was the son of Jack and Ruthanne Boothby. He graduated from Western High School and earned his bachelors degree in Electrical Engineer Technology from Purdue University and his MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University. He worked with Navistar for 11 years prior to working up to the end of his life at Ultra Electronics as Production Program Manager. Nate was a wonderful son, a loving husband, a caring dad, and an awesome, "smart ass" friend. His life revolved around his family, especially his wife Amber, and his two children, Harbor and Cannon. When Nate wasn't working he enjoyed relaxing on the boat with a beer in his hand or working on a project around the house. Nate also enjoyed being outside, shooting, watching Purdue Football, was always up for a good political debate, listening to music, and being around family and friends. Nate highly disliked bees, and was not prompt for anything, and everything in life was a competition (he didn't handle losing well). Nate loved to learn and with that knowledge he always passed it on to his children. He left his unique impression on those he met and that will never be forgotten. Surviving are his wife, Amber Boothby of Fort Wayne; children, Harbor Boothby, Cannon Boothby; parents, Jack and Ruthanne boothby of Kokomo; brother, Matthew (Beth) Boothby of Bloomington and children (Alex, Eli, Kaitlyn); grandpa, Jack Boothby; brother-in- laws, Riley Hudson of Fort Wayne, Tyler Hudson of Muncie, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends. A Celebration of Nate's Life will be at 6 pm, Friday, September 29, 2017 with a time for food and fellowship beginning at 5 pm and extending until 9 pm at Ceruti's Summit Park, 6601 Innovation Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Sarcoma Foundation of America, https://www.curesarcoma.org/nate-boothby. D.O. McComb and Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 24, 2017

Arlene Bowyer, 86, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at Golden Years Homestead. She was born in East Bethlehem Township, Washington County, PA the daughter of the late Hubert Nicklow and the late Lulu Pearl (Parker) Nicklow. She married James Bowyer on October 12, 1960 in Republic, PA and he preceded her in death on November 16, 2012. Arlene was employed with the Pennsylvania State Police until her marriage to James. Following their marriage, she became and retired as a homemaker. She was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne. Arlene loved reading true crime mysteries. She was a Pittsburgh Pirates fan and a Notre Dame Football fan. She was a loving mother and grandmother to anyone lucky enough to know her. Survivors include her daughter, Kristalle (Daniel) Dellinger of Fort Wayne, IN; grandson, James Wadsworth of Fort Wayne, IN; granddaughter, Katelynn Dellinger of Fort Wayne, IN; & granddaughter, Brionna Dellinger of Fort Wayne, IN. She was preceded in death by a son, Brent J. Bowyer in 2004; four brothers; and a sister. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 24, 2017 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville with Chaplain Charlene Rorick officiating. Interment will follow in the Monroeville Memorial Cemetery. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, August 23 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville, Indiana and one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to Fraternal Order of Police Indiana Wayne Lodge #14 Death Benefit Fund.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; August 16, 2017

Harper Kippie Lynn Bradley, died Thursday, August 31, 2017 at 10:40 a.m. in Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. She was born Friday, August 31, 2017 at 8:02 a.m. in Parkview Regional Medical Center to Kyle Matthew and Ashley I. (Keiser) Bradley. Surviving are her parents, Kyle M. and Ashley I. Bradley of LaGrange; a sister, Reece Bradley at home; maternal grandmother, Cathy Keiser of Rome City; paternal grandparents, Robert (Carolyn) Bradley of Kendallville and Jannette (Jerry) Higgins of Wolcottville; and maternal great grandparents, Jack (Jeanne) Keiser of Florida, Phyllis Snyder of Ohio, and Maxine Bloomfield of Rome City. She was preceded in death by her twin brother, Kale Douglas Matthew Bradley on August 21, 2017; maternal grandfather, Jack "Kip" Keiser; aunt, Kelly Bradley; and cousin, Emily Jordan. There will be no services.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; September 5, 2017

Kale Douglas Matthew Bradley, died Monday, August 21, 2017 at 10:56 a.m. in Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. He was born Monday, August 21, 2017 at 8:56 a.m. in Parkview Regional Medical Center to Kyle Matthew and Ashley I. (Keiser) Bradley. Surviving are his parents, Kyle M. and Ashley I. Bradley of LaGrange; a sister, Reece Bradley at home; maternal grandmother, Cathy Keiser of Rome City; paternal grandparents, Robert (Carolyn) Bradley of Kendallville and Jannette (Jerry) Higgins of Wolcottville; and maternal great grandparents, Jack (Jeanne) Keiser of Florida, Phyllis Snyder of Ohio, and Maxine Bloomfield of Rome City. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Jack "Kip" Keiser; aunt, Kelly Bradley; and cousin, Emily Bradley. There will be no services.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; August 23, 2017

Joanne Bruce, 84, passed to her eternal life Saturday August 26, 2017. She was born February 19, 1933 in Jackson, MI to the late Joseph and Augusta Will. Joanne worked and retired as Lead Wire Cutter for G.E. for 31 years. After retirement Joanne worked for Agra-Stats for 11 years. She was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Elex Club and Quarter Century Club and past President of the West Central Neighborhood Association. Surviving are her children, Denise (Judy Tietje) Bruce, Cheryl (Randy) Dunn, Beverly (Steve) Popov, Joseph (Tina) Bruce, 10 grandchildren, Alicia (Tim), Andrew, Andrea, Nick (Nikki), Chris (Kerry), Danielle (Michael), Brandon (Kalyn), Justin (Emily), Jordan (Heather), Austin and 12 great-grandchildren and a close family friend Carol Salge, sisters, Betty (Gary) Bailey, Shirley Echelbarger. Joanne was preceded in death by 1 granddaughter, Christy and 10 siblings, Dorothy Chivington, Maxine Rose, Harriette Oswald, Mary Louise Cooper, Margaret Leedy, Gordon, Richard John, Beverly, Ronald Will and sisters-in-law, Donna Will, Joanne Will. Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 31, 2017 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church 917 W. Jefferson Blvd. Ft. Wayne, IN 46802 with viewing 1 hour prior to service. Pastor Thomas Eggold will officiate. There will also be calling Wednesday at Covington Memorial Funeral Home 8408 Covington Rd. from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 p.m. Burial will be in Covington Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Preferred memorial are to; Emmanuel Lutheran Church or Wellspring Food Bank.
Covington Memorial Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; August 28, 2017

John Robert Bruick, 63, of Clear Lake and formerly of Kendallville, died Thursday, September 28, 2017 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne from complications following surgery. He was born February 11, 1954 in Fort Wayne to Robert M. and Phyllis G. (Meese) Bruick. While growing up in New Haven, John attended St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne. He spent his childhood summers at Clear Lake, where he also attended Clear Lake Lutheran Church. John graduated from New Haven High School in 1972. Following high school, he worked for Zollner Corporation until 1977. On December 17, 1976, John married Cheryle Heller in St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne. In 1977, he began working for his father-in-law, Don Heller, as a well driller for Heller Well Drilling. In 1984, John purchased the business, becoming owner and president. In late 2015, he retired after being diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. As a longtime member of Peace Lutheran Church, Fremont, John served as the head usher for Saturday evening services and was a member of the adult choir. Survivors include his former spouse and their children Jessica, Joel, and Julia, as well as his beloved dog, Kip, all of Kendallville. He is also survived by his parents of Fort Wayne, his sister Cheryl (Michael) Sorge of Fort Wayne, his brother David (Rhonda) Bruick of Louisville, Kentucky, and former sister-in-law Lisa McCue of Clermont, Florida. Also surviving are nieces Tiffany Sorge-Smith, Lindsay Bruick, Carly Sorge, Lindsay McCue, Allyson McCue and nephews Ryan Bruick, Nicholas Bruick, Martin Sorge, four great-nieces and three great-nephews. John was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Don and JoAnn Heller. Visitation and funeral services will be held Saturday, October 14, 2017 at Young Family Funeral Home in Kendallville. Visitation will be from 10am to 1pm, with the funeral service immediately following at 1pm, officiated by Reverand Jeffrey Teeple of Peace Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in John's memory to the Humane Society of Noble County, PO Box 471, Kendallville, IN 46755.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; October 3, 2017

September 28, 1919 -- August 22, 2017
Edna M. Burner, 97, of Mishawaka, died at 6:40 am on Tuesday, August 22, at Sanctuary at Holy Cross, South Bend. She was born on September 28, 1919 in Mishawaka to Carl and Josephine (Andrews) Zehrung. Surviving are her two daughters, Sara (Mike) Avery of Middlebury, Suzzanne (Melvin "Toshi") Kamika of Wahiawa, Oahu, HI; son, Bruce Albert (Carly) Burner of Irvington, KY; six grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, a great great granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Fred Burner; three brothers, Ralph Zehrung, Albert Zehrung, Harvey Zehrung; three sisters, June Dixson, Mildred Galbert and Gertrude Crocker. Edna was a bookkeeper and worked for Scotmore Lumber Company for many years. She was one of only a few women still living that were part of the W.A.C., Woman's Auxiliary Corp. She ended up merging into the US Army in the 1st Army Corp as a Sargent. She enjoyed reading, crouching and was a member of the Red Hatters. The family will hold private funeral services. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; August 23, 2017

Betty G. Campbell, 92, passed away Monday, September 25, 2017 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Betty was a resident of both Fort Wayne and Fremont, IN, where she lived on Long Beach Lake. She worked with General Electric for over 30 years. She was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and Messiah Lutheran Church. Betty was a recipient of the G.E. Quarter Century Club. Surviving are her daughter, Nancy (Bruce) Scherer of Fort Wayne; 3 grandchildren, Stacy Gilbert, Jennifer Scherer, and Christopher Scherer; 2 great-grandchildren, Tyler Gilbert and Madison Gilbert. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Nelson and Marie Millhouse; and 3 brothers, Nelson, Richard, and Gilbert Millhouse. Service is 10:30 am, Saturday, September 30, 2017 at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Rd with calling one hour prior. Calling also Friday, September 29, 2017 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 27, 2017

Romayne Carnahan-Chapman, 90, passed Saturday, September 23, 2017 at home with family and friends at her side. Born in Fort Wayne, she was a daughter to the late, Andrew J. Bellinger and Emma P. (Wertman) Bellinger. She had moved to Arkansas and lived there until a few years ago. She was a retired school teacher, teaching in Arkansas and had worked at the Federal Court House here in Fort Wayne. She is survived by a son, Rodney Carnahan of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Shane, Rochell, Cory and Bruce; great grandchildren, Alex, Jackson, Siles, James, Jr. and Amber; nephew, Norm Bellinger; great niece, Jan; and close friends, Bill and Karla Presson, Barb and Angie Turner. She was preceded in death by husbands, Mervin Carnahan, J.W. Casey and Dick Chapman; a son, Ronnie Carnahan; and brother, Wayne Bellinger. Funeral service is 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 29, 2017 at Covington Funeral Home, 8408 Covington Road, with calling one hour prior. Officiating will be Pastor Jay Miller. Calling is also 4-8 p.m., Thursday, September 28, 2017 at the funeral home. She will be placed in a niche at Covington Memorial Gardens. Preferred memorials are to the family.
Covington Memorial Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; September 25, 2017

Goldie Charles, 88, of Rome City died Monday, September 18, 2017, at 6:56 p.m. in her residence surrounded by family. She was born October 7, 1928, in Garrett, Kentucky, to Jess and Florinda (Sparkman) Hicks. She married George Charles. He preceded her in death after 62 years of marriage. Mrs. Charles was a homemaker. She was a member of the True Church of God in Jesus Name near Kendallville. Surviving are six daughters, Thelma Meyers of Rome City, Tina Gibson of Wolcottville, Barbara (Jim) Johnson of Berwind, West Virginia, Janice (Tim) Kirk of Charleston, West Virginia, Linda Charles of Goshen, and Trisha (Dale) Anders of Easley, South Carolina; a daughter-in-law, Lisa Charles of Greenville, South Carolina; 33 grandchildren; 75 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Gertie (Ray) Kinser of Ligonier; and a brother-in-law, Elmer Charles of Ligonier. She was also preceded in death by three grandchildren; four sons, Corby Charles, Cordell Charles, George E. Charles, and Gordon Charles; three sisters; and five brothers. Visitation will be Friday, September 22, 2017 from 6 to 8 p.m. in True Church of God in Jesus Name, 2664 South Lima Road, Kendallville, Indiana. Additional visitation will be Tuesday, September 26, 2017 from 6 to 8 p.m. in Fanning Funeral Home, 13879 Rocket Boys Drive, War, West Virginia. Funeral services will be Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at 11 a.m. in Fanning Funeral Home, War, West Virginia with Pastor Worley Gibson and Pastor Junior Brewster officiating. Burial will be in Big Creek Cemetery, Big Creek, West Virginia. Preferred memorials are to the True Church of God in Jesus Name. Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville, Indiana and Fanning Funeral Home, 13879 Rocket Boys Drive, War, West Virginia are assisting the family with arrangements.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; September 19, 2017

December 25, 1918 -- August 30, 2017
Fanny Christner, 98, of Shipshewana, died at 10:03 am, on Wednesday, August 30, at Life Care Center, LaGrange. She was born on December 25, 1918, in LaGrange County, to Sam A. and Edna (Yoder) Schlabach. On October 31, 1946, in Topeka, she married Christian Christner; he died September 1, 1994. Surviving are two daughters, Edna (Daniel) Hochstetler of Shipshewana, Mary (Ferman) Miller of Goshen; two sons, Amos (Fannie) Christner of Delhi, IA, William "Willy" (Esther) Christner of Shipshewana; 13 grandchildren, 79 great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, two step great grandchildren; five sisters, Emma Hochstetler, Lizzie Bender, Edna Mast, Mattie Mullet, and Katie (Felty) Fry all of Topeka; brother, Ervin Schlabach of Shipshewana. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; one great grandson, Kyle Bunten; three sisters, Susan Stutzman, Wilma Mullet, and Ida Schlabach. She was a homemaker and a member of the Old Order Amish Church. Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Friday, September 1 and all day Saturday, September 2 at the Arlin Lambright residence, 510 W. Middlebury St., Shipshewana. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Sunday, September 3 also at the Arlin Lambright residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Jerry Miller and the home ministers. Burial will be in East Barren Cemetery, Shipshewana. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is handling the arrangements.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; September 1, 2017

Robert "Bob" Clingan, 73, of Hudson died Thursday, August 10, 2017, at 10:27 a.m. in Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. He was born August 15, 1943, in Angola to Waldron and Mary Louise (Eckert) Clingan. On August 2, 1964, in Flint he married Emily Call. Mr. Clingan worked at Sheets Oil and Gas in Angola, Orland LP in Orland, and retired from Vestil Manufacturing in Angola. He was a member of the Ashley Masonic Lodge #614. He served on the Helmer, Hudson and Salem Center Fire Departments for a total of 36 years. Bob enjoyed working with his hands, mowing yard, flea markets, and collecting scrap. He enjoyed supporting and attending his grandchildren's sporting events and extracurricular activities. Surviving are his wife Emily Clingan of Hudson; two sons, Jeff (Anita) Clingan of Salem Center and Douglas (Stacy) Clingan of Angola; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a sister, Sally (Bill) Lepley of Grabill; and two brothers, Ronald (Linda) Clingan of Hudson and Bill (Diane) Clingan of Hudson. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son Greg Clingan; and a brother, Perry Clingan. Funeral services will be Tuesday, August 15, 2017, at 11 a.m. in the Hudson United Brethren Church with Pastor Craig Burkholder and Pastor Bill Lepley officiating. Burial will be at Circle Cemetery at a later date. Pallbearers will be Nathan Clingan, Alex Clingan, AJ Clingan, Skylar Clingan, Lindsay Collins, Amelia Parrish-Thaxton, and Danyele Clingan. Calling is Monday, August 14, 2017, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the church. Masonic Lodge services will be held at 7 p.m. Preferred memorials are to the family to assist with expenses.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; August 11, 2017

Wanda Faye Clouse, 64, of Kendallville died Monday, October 2, 2017, at 6:05 p.m. in Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. She was born April 7, 1953, in War, West Virginia, to Mitchell and Ola (Click) Stanley. On August 19, 1972, in Kendallville she married David L. Clouse. She moved to this area in 1960 from West Virginia. She was a homemaker. Wanda enjoyed going to garage sales, the bargain shop, and decorating her home for the holidays. She loved her lawn and doing yard work. Posting daily inspirational quotes on Facebook was her passion. Surviving are a daughter, Monica Clouse of Kendallville; three sons, Ronnie (Tracy) Stanley of Kendallville, Kevin (Stephanie) Clouse of Kendallville, and Jordan Clouse of Kendallville; eight grandchildren, Chelsey (Frank) Deaton, Tyler Hurst, Kylee Patterson, Gunner Lee Patterson, Sydnee Smith, Nicole Days, Michelle Days, and Shaun Days; two great-grandchildren, Olivia Deaton and Kamerin Michael Days; her mother, Ola Stanley of Kendallville; five sisters, Darlene (Henny) Terry of Brimfield, Sue (John) Copas of Ligonier, Joyce (Andy) Skinner of Rome City, Jeannie Stanley of Kendallville, and Donna Alberry of North Carolina; and three brothers, Larry (Kim) Stanley of Kendallville, Mitch (Crystal) Stanley of Ontario, Canada, and her twin, Harold Wayne (Cleta) Stanley of Hazard, Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her father; her husband; a sister, Linda Stanley; and a great-granddaughter, Madisyn Elaine Days. Funeral services will be Monday, October 9, 2017, at 11 a.m. at Liberty Free Will Baptist Church in Wolcottville with Pastor Billy Fields and Pastor James Archambeault officiating. Burial will be in Orange Cemetery, Rome City. Pallbearers will be Ron Stanley, Kevin Clouse, Jordan Clouse, Larry Stanley, Harold Wayne Stanley, Mitch Stanley, and Tyler Hurst. Calling is Sunday, October 8, 2017, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday. Preferred memorials are to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; October 3, 2017

Donald Herman Cords, 83, of Wolcottville died Sunday, August 27, 2017, in Miller's Merry Manor, LaGrange. He was born January 25, 1934, in Francesville to Herman Frederich and Florence Esther Cords. On November 23, 1955, in Winamac he married Eunice Marlene Ketchum. Mr. Cords served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955 during the Korean War. During this time, he was part of the group that witnessed the atomic bomb test in Death Valley, Nevada, on May 5, 1955. He retired after 41 years as a telephone technician having worked for CenturyLink formerly known as Embarq, Sprint, and United Telephone. In 1960, he was transferred to the LaGrange office where he retired from. Don enjoyed reading and family geneology. He also enjoyed anything to do with electronics and built a weather station and a clock. He was a member of the Wolcottville United Methodist Church. Surviving are his wife, Eunice Cords of Wolcottville; two daughters, Chrisanne E. Watt of Aurora, Colorado and Michele L. Hagood of Katy, Texas; two sons, Steven F. Cords of Anchorage, Alaska and Michael A. Cords of Howe; three grandchildren, Quinn Hagood, Victoria Hagood, and Ian Watt; and a brother, Alvin L. Cords of Monala, Pennsylvania. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Geneva Smith and Esther Webb; and a brother, Herbert Cords. Funeral services will be Thursday, September 7, 2017, at 11 a.m. at the Wolcottville United Methodist Church with Rev. Kevin DeKoninck officiating. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery, Wolcottville. 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 U.S. Army. Calling is Wednesday, September 6, 2017, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville and one hour prior to the services on Thursday at the church. Preferred memorials are to the Wolcottville United Methodist Church.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; August 30, 2017

Franklin C. "Pete" Crosby, 84, of Fort Wayne passed away Saturday, September 23, 2017 at Hamilton Place Assisted Living in Fort Wayne. He was born on September 8, 1933 in Adams County, Indiana, the son of the late Fredrick V. Crosby and the late Amelia A. (Fuelling) Crosby. He married Carol R. Schoenemann on May 25, 1957 at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Waynedale. Frank served in the United States Army during the Korean War in the 3rd Armored Division, being honorably discharged as a Private First Class. After graduating from Monmouth High School in 1951, he studied carpentry. He would follow his studies to work with Irmsher Contruction for nine years prior to becoming construction superintendent with Robert W. Crosby and Son Construction, where he worked for 33 years before retiring in 1997. Frank was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Decatur Road in Fort Wayne. He was also a member of the Waynedale Lions Club, Carpenters Union Local #232, American Legion Post #296 in Fort Wayne, the Korean War Veterans Chapter 1 in Fort Wayne, as well as the Disabled American Veterans, and Forty and Eight. Frank was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He also loved his Purdue Boilermakers and in his later years, became accepting of the IU Hoosiers as his only grandson is a proud graduate! He enjoyed gardening, volunteering at church and the Lions Club, and always had a joke or something to make people laugh. A strong work ethic was important to Frank, he was never tardy for events and was very reliable. He is survived by his wife, Carol R. Crosby of Fort Wayne; daughter, Kari A. (Karl) Berron of Indianapolis; son, Steven (Dawn) Crosby of Fort Wayne; sister, Mary Thieme of Decatur; brother, Charles Crosby of Decatur; brother, James (Ann) Crosby of Ossian; sister, Dorothy Smith of Fort Wayne; and a grandson, Sam L. Berron of Indianapolis. He was preceded in death by two sisters-in-law, Elvira Crosby and Ruth Crosby; and three brothers-in-law, Gilbert Thieme; Glen Smith; and Bill Kenney. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, September 28, 2017 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 7819 Decatur Road in Fort Wayne with Rev. Michael Trombley officiating. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Cemetery. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services. Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home in Decatur and one hour prior to the services at church on Thursday. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, FRANK'S FAMILY WOULD REQUEST MEMORIAL DONATIONS TO Trinity Lutheran Church, Decatur Road, Turnstone in Fort Wayne, or Allen County Cancer Fund.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Adams County, Indiana; September 24, 2017

Patrick Deming, 72, of Hudson died Tuesday, August 29, 2017, in his residence. He was born March 7, 1945, in Angola to George Andrew and Margaret Della (Rose) Deming. They preceded him in death. Mr. Deming honorably served in the U.S. Navy. He was a gunsmith at the Angler's in Helmer and retired as a chef from Gangster's Grill in Hudson. Surviving are five daughters, Tracy Deming of Angola, Melissa Biemler of Norwalk, Ohio, Kristie Clabaugh of Columbus, Ohio, Ankh Pearson of Ashley, and Erin Alyse Deming of Hudson; 15 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Jane Mason of Auburn and Janet Al-Janabi of Fort Wayne. He was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Emily Pearson; two sisters, Alyse Freeman and Dorothy Ingellis; and a brother Michael Deming. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; September 1, 2017

Judith "Judy" Dick, 78, passed away Friday, October 6, 2017 in Fort Wayne. Born in Milford, IN, Judy enjoyed baking and making candy. She was a loving wife, mother to her two sons, and grandmother, she will be greatly missed. Surviving are her sons, Thomas M. Dick of Warsaw, IN and William (Linda) Dick of Fort Wayne; and grandchildren, Allison, Christian, and Madelynn. Judy was preceded in death by husband, Thomas E Dick; father, William Phillip Martin; and mother, Mable Martin. Service is 1:00 pm, Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at - D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road with Rev. Steven Ahlersmeyer officiating with an hour of calling prior to the service. Calling at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, Monday, October 9, 2017, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Burial in Milford Cemetery at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Food Harvest Bank or Allen County SPCA.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 7, 2017

Mary Kay Doepker, 73, passed away Monday, October 2, 2017 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Mary Kay was a member of the first graduating class of Bishop Luers High School. She worked as a teacher in Fort Wayne for many years, until her retirement. She was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. Mary Kay taught at St. Joseph Hessen Castle, St. Vincent DePaul, Bishop Dwenger High School, and Queen of Angels Catholic School. She was an avid scrap booker, loved decorating, Christmas, and wrapping presents. She enjoyed attending the grandkids sporting events and she was, all around, very artistic. Mary Kay enjoyed spending summers at Lake Wawasee and vacationing anywhere with her family. Surviving are her husband of 48 years, Steve Doepker of Fort Wayne; daughters, Charlotte Doepker of Redondo Beach, CA and Martha (Jon) Ellis of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Madison and Jack Ellis; siblings, Richard (Judy) Nill, Jr. of Fort Wayne, Nancy (Rick) Toone of Fort Wayne, Mark Nill of Syracuse, IN, Sally McKibben of Fort Wayne, and Joe (Cathy) Nill of Vernon Hills, IL; and mother, Charlotte Nill. Mary Kay was preceded in death by father, Richard Nill, Sr. Mass of Christian Burial at St Elizabeth Ann Seton, Saturday, October 7, 2017, at 11:00 am with Father James Shafer officiating with an hour of calling prior to the Mass. Calling at - D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road, Thursday, October 5, 2017, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Memorials may be made to Saint John the Baptist Catholic School. Cremation to take place at a later date.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 3, 2017

Lynne Doctor, 70, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2017. Born in Elizabethton, Tennessee, Lynne was the daughter of the late Floyd and Josie Hardy. Lynne was a very motivated, caring, and creative woman that recently took on responsibilities as Event Coordinator for the Scottish Rite, and she founded Common Ground of Fort Wayne. She enjoyed quilting and sewing, having donated many of her items to various outreach programs. Surviving are her husband, William Doctor of Fort Wayne; children, Joel (Tia) Brecount of Silex, MO, Steven Brecount of Fort Wayne, Megan (Joshua) Muth of Naperville, IL; seven grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. Service is 2:00 pm, Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling from 12:00 pm until the service, Rev. Dr. Derek Weber officiating. Calling at the funeral home Tuesday, October 10, 2017, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Aldersgate United Methodist Church or Shepherd's House.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 8, 2017

Joan M. Early, 85, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2017. She was born in Indianapolis, IN, on March 5, 1932. The daughter of the late Joseph and Alma Megel. Joan worked as a secretary for Eli Lilly in Indianapolis and owned her own business, Joan's Hallmark Card and Gift Center on East State Boulevard in Fort Wayne, IN, for a number of years. In her spare time, she enjoyed playing golf, poker, bridge, bingo, and going to casinos with her family. Surviving are her children; Larry (Peggy) Early, Elaine (Jon) Maraldo, Michelle (Paul) Shoaf and Mark (Jan) Early; 5 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren. Joan was preceded in death by her daughter, Barbara Early; her sister, Sister Barbara Schmidt; and brother, Herman Schmidt. Visitation will take place at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road, Tuesday, October 3, 2017, from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Private family burial. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Heartland Hospice of Fort Wayne, American Heart Association or the Alzheimer's Association.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 2, 2017

Jean Ellis, 86, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2017. She was born in Fort Wayne, IN on December 6, 1930, the daughter of the late Irven and Esther Harnish. Jean was a 1948 graduate of North Side High School. Surviving are her husband of 68 years, William Ellis; children, David (Sue) Ellis and Thomas (Susan) Ellis; 5 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren; sisters, Janice Standiford and Jeanette Haddix. Funeral service will be held at 11am on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls, 8325 Covington Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46804 with calling 1-hour prior. Visitation will take place on Monday, October 2, 2017 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm, at the funeral home. Burial will take place in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne, IN. Memorial contributions may be made to Visiting Nurses, 5910 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46814.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 30, 2017

Edward A. Erwin, 67, of Angola died Thursday, August 10, 2017, at 5:50 p.m. in Lakeland Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Angola after a two year battle with cancer. He was born October 14, 1949, in Angola to Wilbur A. and Norma (Brabant) Erwin. Mr. Erwin was the Parts Manager at Angola Ford for many years before taking a position with the Steuben County Highway Department. He retired in 2015. He was a dedicated member of the Land of Lakes Lions Club for 29 years. He has acted as their Secretary for the last 25 years receiving W.P. Woods and Melvin Jones Awards. He also enjoyed attending steam engine shows in recent years and racing in his youth. Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Kellie and Clinton Knauer of Angola; two granddaughters, Eleanore Knauer and Rosalyn Knauer; three brothers, Robert Erwin at Glen Burnie, Maryland, Jeffrey (Sharon) Erwin of Pleasant Lake, and Henry Erwin of Hamilton. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Judy Yeskis; and a sister-in-law, Rebecca Erwin. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, August 15, 2017, at 6:15 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Hudson-Ashley Chapel (formerly Johnson Funeral Home), 612 North Main Street, Hudson with Pastor John Boyanowski of the Pleasant Lake United Methodist Church officiating. A gathering of friends will be held Tuesday, August 15, 2017, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home, where the Land of Lakes Lions Club will conduct a service at 6 p.m. Preferred memorials are to the Land of Lakes Lions Club.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; August 11, 2017

Marilyn Kay Evans, 77, passed away at St. Anne's Home on Sunday, October 1, 2017. She was born in Burbank, California, on September 22, 1940. Marilyn graduated from Our Lady of Good Counsel Academy in Dallas, Texas, in 1958. She worked for a year at the Burroughs Corporation in Dallas before moving to Fort Wayne with her family. She worked at Manavox/Raytheon in Accounts Payable from 1960 until her retirement in 2006. Marilyn enjoyed her work where she made many friends. She was known for her quick wit and sense of humor. She also enjoyed music and theater and in younger years loved to dance. Most of all, she loved spending time with family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marvin and Irene Evans. Surviving are her sisters, Carole (Dave) Venderley and Mary (Dave) Scudder; nephews, Bob (Jodi) Venderley and Mark (Chris) Scudder; great nephew, Jordan Venderley; and great nieces, Rachel Venderley, Irene Scudder, Marie Scudder, Lucy Scudder, and Phoebe Scudder. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 am Friday, October 6, 2017 at St. Jude Catholic Church, 2101 Pemberton Drive with calling one hour prior. Fr. Bob D'Zouza officiating. Calling also Thursday October 5, 2017 from 2-4 & 6-8 pm with a Vigil at 3:30pm at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue. Burial in Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association or Cancer Services of NE Indiana.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 3, 2017

Monica L. Fair, 62, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2017. Born in Shreveport, Louisiana, Monica was the daughter of Dorrell Millican who survives and the late Katie Millican. Monica was a surgical and lab tech with Parkview Hospital for 31 years prior to her retirement. She was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. Monica simply put was a lover of life. She enjoyed cross stitch, horseback riding, creating cards for special occasions, and spending time with her family and friends. Surviving are her husband of 35 years, Kevin Fair of Fort Wayne, siblings, Pastor Michael (Susan) Millican of Florida, Gary (Wendy) Millican of Georgia, David (Becky) Millican of Florida, twelve nieces and nephews and six great nieces and nephews. Monica was preceded in death by her brother Tony Millican. A Celebration of Life Service will be 2 pm, Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling from 12 pm until the service. Memorials may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, 7301 Georgetown Road Suite 113, Indianapolis, IN 46268.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 8, 2017

Mark S. Farren, 60, of Avilla died unexpectedly Saturday, August 12, 2017, at 11:46 p.m. in his residence. He was born December 5, 1956, in Fort Wayne to Michael and Marjorie (Knappenberger) Farren. His father preceded him in death. On July 17, 2017, in Yaak, Montana, he married his high school sweetheart, Elaine M. (Rosswurm) Kokosa. Mr. Farren honorably served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1975 to 1979. Upon returning from the Marine Corps, he was the Deputy Marshall for Rome City and later retired from the Kendallville Police Department. He started working at Impact Institute in Kendallville and took a year off to work for DynCorp International in Afghanistan. Currently, he was the criminal justice instructor at Impact Institute in Kendallville. Mark enjoyed riding his Harley, and, it was because of his love of bike trips that he and his wife bought a home in Yaak, Montana, where he spent his time this summer. He also enjoyed camping. Mark was known for making the best chili and salsa ever made. And, he loved to share those foods with his class at Impact Institute. Surviving are his wife, Elaine Farren of Avilla; two daughters, Andrea Farren of Kendallville and Michelle (Brian) Wiese of Seattle, Washington; two sons, Thomas Farren of Kendallville and Bryce (Gates) Clevenger of West Lafayette; his mother, Marjorie Taylor of Kendallville; three sisters, Cynthia (Ken) Angel of Churubusco, Sandy (Steve) Miller of Churubusco, and Sara Taylor of Kendallville; a brother, Don M. Taylor of Churubusco; and his dog, Barrett. Funeral services will be Friday, August 18, 2017, at 2 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with Pastor Dan Cosentino of Legacy Church in Kendallville officiating. Burial will be in Orange Cemetery, Rome City. Honor guard services will be provided by the Kendallville VFW Post 2749, Rome City American Legion Post 381, Kendallville American Legion Post 86, and active duty members of the Marine Corps. The Kendallville Police Department will post officers during the visitation and will lead the procession to the cemetery. Calling is Thursday, August 17, 2017, from 2 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Friday. Preferred memorials are to Drug-Free Noble County, 2090 N SR 9, Suite E, Albion, Indiana, 46701.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; August 14, 2017

Catherine Fleetwood, 91, of Churubusco, passed away at 5:35 a.m. on August 17, 2017 at Sycamore Village in Fort Wayne. She was born on July 23, 1926 in rural Churubusco. She was the only daughter of Clarence and Mable (Hibbs) Raypole. She spent her formative years in Churubusco and graduated from Churubusco High School in 1944. Catherine married Gerald Fleetwood in Churubusco on October 24, 1944. She worked as a grinder at GE during World War II, then stayed home to raise their two children. She attended Good News Baptist Church, 4-H, sewing club and was involved in the PTA. She will be remembered as an excellent cook and her love of flowers and her grandchildren. Catherine is survived by her husband of 72 years, Gerald Fleetwood of Churubusco; her daughter, Marcy Fleetwood of Fort Wayne; her son, Steven (Cheryl) Fleetwood of Churubusco; six grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Leonard Raypole and Ernest Raypole. Visiting hours will take place at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Thursday, August 24, 2017 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Also, one hour prior to the service. Services will begin at 11:00 AM, at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Friday, August 25, 2017. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery, Allen County. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Hearth at Sycamore Village in Catherine's name.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; August 17, 2017

Thomas Gernell Franks, Sr., 83, went home to his Lord, September 20, 2017. Tom was born November 3, 1933, in Huntington, to the late Claude and Alta (Farmer) Franks. He retired after 33 years of service with Falstaff and was a member of the County Line Church of God. Along with the late Eunice, Tom donated time to the Lydia''s House in Wauchula, Florida. Surviving are his three children, Tom Franks, Jr. of Fort Wayne, Tina Valdez Celina, Ohio and Yavonne (Mark) East of Albion; five grandchildren, SPC Michael, Michaela, Amanda, Cassandra, SGT Shawn, 8 great-grandchildren, Blake, Kaden, Sarah, Jacob, Brayden, Stetson, Emma and Joshua; brother, Derry Sharp of Louisiana; and sister, Shirley Schug of Huntington. He was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Eunice Franks, on July 31, 2012; brothers, Keith "Buzzy" Sharp, Dean Sharp and Claude Franks, Jr.; and a sister, Lois Teagarden. Honoring Tom''s request there will be no calling or service.
Covington Memorial Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; September 21, 2017

Harold Frasure, 97, passed away on September 1, 2017. He was born on November 27, 1919 and grew up in Lancaster, Ohio, the son of the late Nelson Frasure and Rosa Frasure Enders. Harold attended the Ohio State University obtaining 2 bachelor's degrees before serving in the U.S. Navy during WWII for 16 years. Harold worked in Chemical Sales for BF Goodrich Chemical Company until his retirement in 1975. He enjoyed farming and gardening and investing in the stock market. Surviving are his daughters, Nancy Lewis, and Betsy (Jim) Dwight; grandchildren, Amy (Chris) Wilkins, Jonathan (Erin) Dwight, Nikki (Craig) Gilles, Dustin Lewis; 9 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Catherine Frasure in 2002. A memorial service will be held on September 15, 2017 at the Towne House Chapel. Visitation will begin at 1 pm and the service will begin at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to the Towne House Retirement Community 2209 St. Joe Center Rd., Ft. Wayne, IN 46825
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 2, 2017

Stanley Freet, 97, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Grovertown, IN, Stanley worked as an instrument polisher and inspector with G.C. Conns Instrument Manufacturing Company and with 2 other instrument companies in Elkhart, IN. He joined the Army July 1, 1942 and served along with General Patton during WWII at one time in one of the 5 countries he fought in. Stanley was a horseshoe pitching champion, pitched in several baseball leagues, and bowled on men and couples bowling leagues. He was also an avid bingo player. Stanley and his wife traveled all of the United States, parts of Canada, and Mexico. They attended his army reunion for many years each summer. After retirement, Stanley lived at North Webster Lake and he and his wife would winter in Ft. Myers Florida. He enjoyed living on the lake, riding their pontoon, fishing and ice fishing, and having large fish fry get-togethers. After the death of his wife, Stanley moved to Fort Wayne to be close to his family. From 2010 to present, Stanley put together puzzles. He later started selling them for donations to give to The Honor Flight. He earned enough money to send a WWII veteran free of charge. Surviving are his brother, Marshall Freet of Mishawaka, IN; niece, Ginny Bilby of Fort Wayne; great niece, Gina (Dave Days) Dumas of Fort Wayne; great-nephews, Doug (Jonele) Bilby of Fort Wayne, and David (Becky) Teter of FL; great-great-nieces, Lydia (Dan) Sparling, of Fort Wayne; Morgan Callahan, of Fort Wayne; Erin Callahan, of Fort Wayne; and Crystal Campbell of FL; great-great-nephews, Justin (Kirsten Studebaker) Bilby of Fort Wayne; Riley Bilby, of Fort Wayne; Raymond Campbell and D.J. Campbell, both of Fort Wayne; great-great-great-nephews, Isaac, Rylin, Jaxson. Having had 9 siblings, Stanley had many nieces & nephews. Stanley was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Dorothy Mae (Drummond) Freet; mother Eva Freet; father, Frank Freet; 8 brothers and sisters; and niece, Brenda Teter. Military Honors Service is 1:00 pm, Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at - D.O. McComb & Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, 6301 Fairfield Avenue. Calling at - D.O. McComb & Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, Wednesday, October 4, 2017, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. Burial in Rice Cemetery, Elkhart, Indiana.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 3, 2017

Bertha Ellen Fromm, 96, passed Friday, September 8, 2017. Born July 4, 1921, in Steuben County. Bertha leaves behind four loving children, Richard Morris "Morry" (the late, Sharon, 2015) Fromm of Fort Wayne, Beverly Joan (companion, Charles Pearson) Craig of Auburn, Gene Allen (Dru) Fromm of Shoals, Indiana and Rowena "Rena" Kay (Tim) Scheibenberger of Fort Wayne; 19 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; and 30 great great grandchildren. Bertha was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Richard Morris Fromm, 1920-1988; their son, Byron Eugene Fromm 1946 - 2004; and two grandchildren, Shawn Patrick Craig, 1965-2015 and Richard LeRoy Heintzelman, 1965-2017. Funeral service is 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at Covington Funeral Home, 8408 Covington Road, with calling one hour prior. Calling is also 2-8 p.m., Tuesday, September 12, 2017. She will be laid to rest at Covington Memorial Gardens. Preferred memorials are to American Heart Association or Lung Association.
Covington Memorial Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; September 9, 2017

Torchia A. Fry, age 76, of Churubusco, passed away on September 26, 2017 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born on August 6, 1941 in Kokomo. She was a daughter of Wayne and Naomi (Phillips) Byrd. She spent her formative years in Churubusco and attended Churubusco High School. She retired from C & A Tools in Churubusco. Torchia loved her family and enjoyed spending time with friends at Blue River Apartments. Torchia is survived by two daughters, Kim Fry of Epping, NH and Tina (Tim) Herendeen of Churubusco; a son, DG Fry of Churubusco; her identical twin sister, Georgia (James) Schenher of LaOtto; a brother Bradley Byrd of Columbia City; two grandchildren and two step grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents. Visiting hours will take place at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on October 1, 2017 from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM. Calling also one hour prior to the service at the church. Services will begin at 10:00 AM, at Churubusco Church of the Nazarene on October 2, 2017. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery, Allen County.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; September 27, 2017

Loretta K. Gayer, 80, entered the arms of her Loving Savior on Thursday, August 10, 2017 in Fort Wayne, IN, in the presence of her loving daughter in a peaceful, quiet ending to a life full of generosity of love, and caring compassion for others. Loving wife, mother, grandmother, friend, musician, artist, committed volunteer, incredible hostess and humorist, she lived her life in service to Christ, saw the beauty in everything and all people, and found joy in bringing friends and strangers a smile or a song, leaving behind this life to be in Heaven with her husband Donald K. Gayer of 54 years who passed away less than four months prior. The eldest daughter of German immigrants, she was born in 1936 in Chicago IL, to Anne (Schweinsberg) Kater, and Herman Kater. Growing up in Chicago, IL, she attended Zoar Lutheran Grade School and graduated from Steinmetz High School. Her career as a secretary and office manager began as a young woman at First National Bank in Chicago, IL, and she retired from ITT Fort Wayne, IN in 1998. Her passions throughout her life included her family, her church, playing piano, choir, volunteering at Parkview Hospital, counseling young women in crisis, and she was very active in assisting in refugee resettlement and support. Her greatest joy was spending time with her two grandchildren. Surviving is her daughter Tracy Gayer of Fort Wayne, IN, her sons, Theodore (Theresa) Gayer of Vancouver, WA; Thomas (Jacque) Gayer of Sandy, UT; sister JoAnne (Siegfried) Siedler of Chicago, IL; grandchildren, Lauren Gayer and Luke Gayer (Sandy, UT). Loretta was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Service is 10:30 am, Saturday August 19, 2017 at Concordia Lutheran Church, 4245 Lake Avenue with calling one hour prior. Calling also Friday, August 18, 2017, from 2 - 4 & 6 - 8 pm at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne, IN. Burial in Concordia Cemetery Gardens, Fort Wayne, IN. Memorials may be made to Concordia Lutheran Church and A Hope Center.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; August 13, 2017

Larry W. Gerardot, 75, of Monroeville, Indiana passed away Thursday, September 28, 2017 at Signature HealthCARE in Fort Wayne. He was born on Thursday, November 6, 1941 in Monroeville, Indiana the son of the late Lawrence Gerardot and Eva I. (Knefelkamp) Gerardot. He married Evon A. Foreman on November 25, 1967 in St. John's Catholic Church in New Haven. Larry retired from the Allen County Highway Department with ten years of service. He had also previously been employed at Buchan Logging and Fruehauf Trailers of Fort Wayne. He was a member of the Michigan Boat Association and Michigan Dynameter Association. Larry owned draft horses and enjoyed many years of horse pulls. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed watching them at their ballgames. He also loved to weld. Survivors include his wife, Evon A. Gerardot of Monroeville; daughter, Tammy M. (Troy) Beckley of Auburn; daughter, Sarah (Walter Brady) Gerardot of Huntingtown, MD; son, Joe W. (Jenny) Gerardot of Monroeville; mother, Eva Gerardot of Monroeville; sister-in-law, Nancy Gerardot of Monroeville; four grandchildren, Hailey Gerardot; Levi Gerardot; Skylar Gerardot; & Cash Gerardot; and four step-grandchildren, Taylor Beckley; Travis Beckley; Hollie Beckley; and Chase Bennett. He was preceded in death by a son, Everett Gerardot and a brother, Max Gerardot. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 1, 2017 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville with Pastor Tom Steensma officiating. Interment will follow in the Monroeville Memorial Cemetery. Friends will be received from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Sunday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to Monroeville EMS or Dekalb County Draft Horse Association.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Homes, Allen County, Indiana; September 29, 2017

Jack G. Gilbert, 79, of Monroeville, Indiana passed away Friday, August 25, 2017 at his residence following an extended illness. He was born on August 8, 1938 in Allen County, Indiana the son of the late Roy H. Gilbert and the late Helen B. (Shie) Gilbert - Small. He married Phyllis Castleman on November 29, 1958 at St. Rose Catholic Church in Monroeville and she survives after 59 years of marriage! He was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church in Monroeville and the Horseman's Benevolent Protective Association (HBPA). Jack retired in 1988 after 27 years of service at B.F. Goodrich in Woodburn where he was a foreman. He also trained and raced Thoroughbred horses throughout his life. He loved basketball of any kind, but especially loved IU basketball. In addition, he loved the Oregon Ducks College Football Team. Despite his love of horses and sports, Jack was the most passionate about his family and their activities. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis Gilbert of Monroeville, IN; daughter, Kristy (Mark) Gilbert-Kramer of Woodburn; daughter, Sara (Steven) Wyss of Fort Wayne; son, Tim Gilbert of Decatur; daughter-in-law, Pam (Randy) Scherer of Monroeville; step-brother, Joe Small of Monroeville; brother-in-law, Ron Trabel of Monroeville; four grandchildren, Jessica Gilbert; Jamie Scheumann; Mime Gilbert; & Samuel Wyss; five step-grandchildren, John Swygart, Jr.; Adam Swygart; Jessica Ross; Tasha Hall; & Lacey Kramer; two great-grandchildren, Emma May & Elijah Gilbert; and four step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Jeffrey Gilbert and a sister, Cynthia Trabel. A prayer service will be held at 9:20 a.m. Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Rose Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the Monroeville Memorial Cemetery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 5:30 to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 29 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville. Rosary will be recited at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to Parkview Hospice; Masses; St. Rose Catholic School; or Monroeville Fire Department.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; August 25, 2017

Marium R. Goelz, 89, of Monroeville, IN passed away during the evening hours on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Adams Heritage in Decatur. She was born on Monday, July 23, 1928 the daughter of the late George W. Dawson and the late Sylvia A. (Ellis) Dawson. She married Robert H. Goelz on June 18, 1948 at Zion Lutheran Church in Decatur, and he preceded her in death on September 22, 2002. She became a homemaker, after graduating from Monroeville High School in 1947. Marium was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Monroeville, and was a former council member of the church. She was also a member of the Von Bara Society; American Legion Auxillary Post #420; and the Marine Auxillary, Miami District. Survivors include her son, David L. Goelz of Monroeville, IN; son, Ronald L. (Judy) Goelz of Indianapolis, IN; son, James R. (Wendy) Goelz of Fort Wayne, IN; son, Donald E. (Cindy) Goelz of Rockford, IL; sister, Carol J. Dawson of Monroeville, IN; daughter-in-law, Karen Goelz of Evansville, IN; 17 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Richard A. Goelz; a brother, Albert Dawson; and two sisters, Edith Boltz and Roberta Dawson. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. September 8, 2017 at St. Mark Lutheran Church with Pastor David Williamson officiating. Interment will follow in Monroeville Memorial Cemetery. Friends will be received from 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville; and one hour prior to the service at church on Friday. Preferred memorials can be made to Cornerstone Youth Center or St. Mark Lutheran Church.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; September 3, 2017

Ramona Linda Hernandez, 58, of Scottsdale, Arizona, died Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017. She was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on January 24, 1959. Mona graduated from North Side High School in 1977. She was married to Jose Gramajo on December 3, 2010. Mona lived her dream on the Rio Verde Ranch. Rising with the sun each morning, she took joy in caring for and riding her horses Cash and Summer. She loved being outdoors, traveling and gathering with family and friends to play games. Our time with Mona was a gift. She was the life of the party wherever she went. She had a talent for making everything more fun, and we were blessed to learn many valuable lessons from her: every day is an adventure, the best things in life are free, and the more, the merrier. Most importantly, she was strong and independent and had the courage to pursue her dreams and encouraged everyone to do the same. Mona is survived by her husband, Jose Gramajo; three children: Dominic Hunley, Sofia (Sean) Hargrow and Danielle Hunley; stepson: Emilio Gramajo; five grandchildren: Monique, Sofia, Lilyana, Saige and Seana; siblings: Carmen (Rudy) Lewis, Victoria Hernandez, Delia Falk and Steven Hernandez; and sister-in-law Barb Hernandez. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anselmo and Mary Hernandez, and brother, John Hernandez. Mona's life will be celebrated with a service at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 28, 2017 at Covington Funeral Home, 8408 Covington Road, with calling one hour prior. Viewing is also 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at the funeral home. Burial will be at Covington Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorials are to the family to help with expenses.
Covington Memorial Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; September 23, 2017

Dwight G. Grate, 78, of Avilla died Thursday, August 24, 2017, at 12:30 a.m. in Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. He was born June 21, 1939, in Auburn to George and Edith (Thomson) Grate. On February 14, 1959, in Immanuel Lutheran Church in Avilla, he married Beverly J. Lobdell. She survives in Avilla. He was a self-employed contractor having previously worked for Strawser Brothers Construction in Kendallville. Also surviving are two sons, Brent Lynn Grate of Avilla and Jay L. (Sherry) Grate of Westfield; five grandchildren, J. Ryan Crawford of Elkhart, Mandy (Justin) McAfee of Fort Wayne, Paige Grate of Westfield, Lauren Grate of Indianapolis, and Chase Grate of Avilla; four sisters, Connie (Don) Teders of Avilla, Carolyn Anthony of Urbana, Ohio, Colleen (Lynn) Hart of Wolcottville, and Bonnie (Ken) Gehring of Kendallville; a brother, Glen (Carolyn) Grate of Fort Wayne; and a sister-in-law, Sadie Grate of Ashley. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Herb Grate; and a brother-in-law, Lynn Anthony. Funeral services will be Tuesday, August 29, 2017, at 11 a.m. in Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with Rev. Patrick Kuhlman of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Avilla officiating. Burial will be in Avilla Lutheran Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brent Lynn Grate, Jay L. Grate, Gene Rowe, Kyle Rowe, Ryan Crawford, and Chase Grate. Calling is Monday, August 28, 2017, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the services on Tuesday. Preferred memorials are to Immanuel Lutheran Church, 111 W. Albion Street, Avilla, IN 46710.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; August 24, 2017

Bernadine "Beanie" Guebard, 94, passed away Monday, October 16, 2017 at Coventry Meadows LLC in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Beanie worked as a secretary with The City of Fort Wayne for 34 years. She was a member of South Wayne United Methodist Church and Calvary United Methodist Church. She volunteered at Covington Manor for 25 years. Beanie enjoyed gardening and loved flowers. Surviving are her sons, Bruce (Deborah) Guebard of Fort Wayne and Jerry (Donna Kay) Guebard of Schertz, TX; grandchildren, Robert(Sandra) Guebard, Brandon(Kimberly) Guebard, Amy(Shawn) Scott, and Matthew(Selena) Guebard; and great-grandchildren, Jerry Guebard II, Tabatha Guebard, Cameron Guebard, Kelcy Guebard, Eloise Scott, and Calvin Scott. Beanie was preceded in death by husband, Virgil Guebard; father, Ervin Pressler; mother, Hazel Pressler; three siblings, John, Marge, and Barbara Ellen; and grandchildren, Christine Guebard and infant Philip Guebard. Service is 11:00 am, Monday, October 23, 2017 at - D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road with Pastor Heather Olson-Bunnell officiating with an hour of calling prior to the service. Calling at - D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, Sunday, October 22, 2017, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Little River Wetlands Project and Honor Flight of Northeast Indiana.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 17, 2017

James "Jim" Hall, 85, passed away Monday, October 2, 2017 in Fort Wayne. Born in Evansport, OH, Jim worked as a design engineer with Dana for 28 years, retiring in 1991. He was a long time member of St. Therese Catholic Church and presently a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. Having been born on April 1, Jim had a great sense of humor and was a jokester. He was great at telling limericks and loved teasing. Jim enjoyed running, exercising and working in the yard. He also liked to cook breakfast and grill. Jim was an avid card player and loved playing euchre and cribbage. Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Mildred "Toots" Hall of Fort Wayne, sons, Bruce (Debra) Hall and Tom (Debra) Hall both of Fort Wayne; daughters, Kim (Frank) McMaster and Nancy Harker of both Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Madison, Tommy, Matthew, Katie, Mitchell, Mickey, Ryan, Molly, Logan, Cody, and Haley; 8 great-grandchildren; and sister, Rose Marie (Kenny) Fisher of Malinta, OH. Jim was preceded in death by sons, Mike Hall and Jimmy Hall; father, Mose Hall; mother, Clara Hall; and brother, Terrell Hall. Mass of Christian Burial is Saturday, October 7, 2017 at 2:00 pm in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 10700 Aboite Center Road with an hour of calling prior to the Mass. Calling at - D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road, Friday, October 6, 2017, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm with a vigil at 3:30 pm. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association 6324 Constitution Dr., Fort Wayne, IN 46804.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 4, 2017

Reagan Emerson Harmeyer, infant child of Ryan and Susan (Kurtz) Harmeyer, passed away on August 19, 2017. Reagan is survived by her parents, Ryan and Susan Harmeyer; two brothers, Clayton Christman and Isaac Christman; three sisters, Nadiya Christman, Arianna Christman and Everleigh Harmeyer; paternal grandparents, Darwin (Sheryl) Harmeyer ; maternal grandparents, James (Judy) Kurtz and Brenda Kurtz; paternal great grandparents, James (Elizabeth Pearl) Baughman; two uncles, Russell Harmeyer and Grant (Emily) Harmeyer; three aunts, Bethany (Joe) Carter, Wendy (Steve) Levine and Jennifer (Jason) Mears; and several cousins. She was preceded in death by paternal great grandparents Louis (E. Kathryn) Harmeyer and maternal great grandparents Paul (Lula) Kurtz and J. Gladwyn (Mary Catherine) Klopfenstein. Private services will be held. Burial at Suburban Bethlehem Cemetery.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; August 20, 2017

Joan A. Harris, 90, passed away Thursday, September 28, 2017 at her home in Fort Wayne. Born in South Bend, Joan worked in customer service with K & K Insurance for 10 years, and most recently with American Specialty Insurance for 4 yrs years, retiring in 1993. Surviving are her son, David (Shirley) Harris of Carmel, IN; daughter, Dr. Brenda (Brian) O'Hara of Fort Wayne; 6 grandchildren, Robert, Anthony, Jonathan, Eric, Katy, and Kate; 6 great-grandchildren, Alexander, Hannah, Ian, Elizabeth, Beau, and Graham. Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel Harris; parents, Donald and Lucille Ayers; brothers, David Ayers and Donald Ayers. Service is 3:00 pm, Sunday, October 15, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road with calling one hour prior. A Celebration of Life will immediately follow the service at Two EE's Winery, 6808 North US 24 E, Huntington, IN. Memorials may be made to HOPE for Animals, www.hope-for-animals.org.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 5, 2017

Robert E. Harvey, 71, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2017 in Fort Wayne. Surviving are his three sisters, Joyce (James) Mitchell, Norma (Warren) Kocher both of Lafayette, IN, and Lou Ann (Almonte) Alexander of Monticello, IN; many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Laura Harvey; and brother, Alan Dean Harvey. Memorials may be made to the Special Olympics.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 2, 2017

Pauline E. Hatfield, 91, passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at Visiting Nurse in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, to the late father, Lawrence H. Cochran, and mother, Florence M. Hobbs. Pauline graduated from Central HS in 1944. She worked as a baker at Concordia Seminary for several years. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, and volunteered at Parkview Hospital for 18 years. Her hobbies included landscape painting, cake decoration and crocheting, but her passion was her family. Surviving are her children Robert W. Hatfield of Fort Wayne, IN; Sharon K. (Tom) White of Cromwell, IN; Victoria M. (James) Pryor of Whitehouse, TN; Janet E. (Mike) Kettleborough of Craigville, IN; Joan E. (Don) Holbrook of Huntertown, IN; brothers, Rowland E. Cochren, Raymond L. Cochren, Charles J. Cochren all of Fort Wayne, IN; 15 grandchildren and several great grandchildren . Pauline was preceded in death by her husband John Hatfield; , son, Dennis L. Hatfield, brother, Arthur J. Cochren, brother, Leonard Cochren, brother, Melvin L Cochren, sister, Viola M. Frances, sister, Lois M. Overmyer. Service is 1:30 pm, Monday October 9, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling one hour prior. Calling also Sunday, October 8, 2017, from 3 - 5 pm at the funeral home. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Easterseals Arc of Northeast Indiana.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 5, 2017

John R. "Jack" Hile, 88, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2017 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, John worked with Indiana Michigan Power for 41 years, and most recently he worked with D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home. Jack served his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He was a member of Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, the Knights of Columbus Council #451, and the American Legion Post #82. Jack was an avid Notre Dame football fan. Surviving are his wife, Mary Ann Roemer Hile of Fort Wayne; his children, Dave (Trina) Hile, Debra (John) Didion, Julie (Kevin) Knoch, Mary (Tony) Turner all of Fort Wayne; step-son, David (Lisa) Roemer of Hoagland, IN; step-daughter, Debra (David) Stoops of Fort Wayne; 18 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and sister Patricia (Ray) Didion of LaPorte,IN. John was preceded in death by his first wife, JoAnn Hile; grandson, David Didion; parents, Donald and Margaret Hile; step-son, Dan Roemer; sister, Mary Fair; and brother, William Hile. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:00 am, Monday, October 2, 2017 at Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 1122 S. Calhoun St. with Msgr. Robert Schulte officiating. Calling one hour prior at D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave. Calling also Sunday, October 1, 2017 from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm with a Rosary service at 4:30 pm at the funeral home. Burial in Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception or Heartland Home Health Care and Hospice.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 29, 2017

Irvin C. Hoffman, 94, of Monroeville, Indiana passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at Adams Heritage in Monroeville. He was born on Sunday, February 4, 1923 in Adams County, Indiana the son of the late Victor Hoffman and the late Pauline (Bieberich) Hoffman. He married Carolyn Fredrick on August 23, 1947 at Marquardt Lutheran Church. Irvin served his country in the United States Army Air Corp during WWII. He retired from Woodburn Diamond Die and had previously worked at Hoosier Wire Die and Ajax Wire Die. He was also a lifelong Madison Township farmer. Irvin was a member of Marquardt Lutheran Church where he served on the church council. He was a member of American Legion Post #43 of Decatur and served on the Advisory Board for the Village of Heritage. He was also a member of the Indiana Farm Bureau in Allen County. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Hoffman of Monroeville; daughter, Jan (John) Jarrett of Monroeville; son, Leslie (Pamela) Hoffman of South Whitley; daughter, Nancy (Rick) Gilbert of Monroeville; and daughter, Deanna (Tim) Rorick of New Haven. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, Matthew (Beth) Jarrett; Renee Jarrett; David (Angie) Jarrett; Holly (Andy) Swogger; Joshua (Lauren) Hoffman; Amy (Kyle) Koch; Tammy (Jeff) Harding; Bob (Allie) Gilbert; Claire Rorick; Olivia Rorick; and Bethany Rorick; and 15 great-grandchildren, Brayden Jarrett; Brianna Jarrett; Ella Jarrett; Lilly Jarrett; Madisyn Redman; Landon Swogger; Lydia Swogger; Montgomery Hoffman; Morrison Hoffman; Morgan Gomez; Taylor Koch; Blair Harding; A.J. Harding; Culvin Gilbert; and Dhylan Gilbert. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Eugene and Gilbert Hoffman and two sisters, Florence Sebesta and Marcella Kukelhan. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 30, 2017 at Marquardt Lutheran Church with Rev. Ralph Klinker officiating. Interment will follow in the Marquardt Lutheran Cemetery with Military Graveside Services to be conducted by the American Legion Post #43 of Decatur. Friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, September 29 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville and one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Preferred memorials are to Marquardt Lutheran Church or Cancer Services of NE Indiana.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; September 27, 2017

Helen Mae (Krouse) Hollman, 93, passed Friday, August 11, 2017 at St. Anne Home. Born June 15, 1924, in Kalida, Ohio, she was a daughter to the late, C.D. and Chloe (Clevenger) Krouse. In 1942 Helen moved to Fort Wayne; she married the late, Earl "Bud" Hollman in 1946. They were married for over 40 years when he passed in 1987. She was a devoted wife and wonderful caretaker to her family and to all who were around her. She was a member of Concordia Lutheran Church. She is survived by her son, James Hollman of Denver, Colorado; daughter in law, Rebecca Hollman of Fort Wayne; granddaughter, Lisa Hollman; and a great granddaughter, Sophia. She was also preceded in death by a son, Terry, in 1980; and brother, Robert Krouse, in 2004. Memorial Service is 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 26, 2017 at Covington Funeral Home, 8408 Covington Road, with calling 30 min prior. She will be laid to rest at Covington Memorial Gardens. Officiating will be Rev Doug Croucher. Preferred memorials are to Concordia Lutheran Church, 4245 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46815. The family would like to thank St. Anne Home for the wonderful care given to Helen.
Covington Memorial Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; August 14, 2017

Robert Arthur Imel, 62, died Thursday, September 21, 2017 at Lutheran Hospital. Born in Fort Wayne, he was a son to the late Donald W. Imel, Sr. and Ruth Ann (Bellanger) Imel. Bob served his country in the USMC and had worked for the City of Fort Wayne, Street Dept. Bob is survived by a son, Robert Andrew Imel of Fort Wayne; siblings, Edward Bellanger of Fort Wayne, Gary (Sandra) Imel of Fort Wayne, Rocky (Shari) Imel of Bluffton, Kim (Rich) Schneider of Fort Wayne, Gina (Cesar) Imel of Fort Wayne and Jason (Emily) Imel of Leo; many nephews and nieces; and York. Bob was preceded in death by a son, Brian Alex Imel, in 1999; and brothers, Jack, Donald, Jr. and Lee Imel. Graveside services are 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at Covington Memorial Gardens. We will be meeting in the Garden of Valor. In lieu of flowers preferred memorials are to the family, c/o Kim Schneider.
Covington Memorial Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; September 22, 2017

REV. ELVIN E. JONES, 91, went to be with the Lord on Friday, Oct. 6, 2017, at Signature Health care of Fort Wayne. Born May 10, 1926 in Fort Wayne, he was a son of the late Earl and Friea (Whitehurst) Jones. Attending Fort Wayne Bible College, Elvin was a Pastor and Evangelist. He was a member of the Faith Baptist Church in Angola. He married Mary A. McAfee on Feb. 24, 1995, in Fort Wayne, and she passed away July 10, 2012. Surviving are three children, Jerry (Becky) Jones of Fort Wayne, Ginger (Andy) Keever of Fort Wayne, and Gary (Sherri) Jones of Churubusco; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Rev. Wallace Jones. Service is 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017at Feller & Clark Funeral Home, 1860 Center St., Auburn, with visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. Pastor Greg Byman officiating. Burial will take place in Highland Park Cemetery in Fort Wayne. Memorials may be directed to the Fort Wayne Rescue Mission.
Feller & Clark Funeral Home, DeKalb County, Indiana; October 8, 2017

Carolyn Jones-Browning, 79, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2017 in Decatur, IN. Born in Van Wert, OH she was a longtime resident of Fort Wayne. Carolyn worked as a beautician for 50 years and was the owner and operator of Carolyn's Beauty Corner in Rockford, OH and most recently she worked for Fantasy Beauty Salon in Fort Wayne. Carolyn had a love for animals, and enjoyed going to the casino. Surviving are her two sons, Jeffrey (Deb) Jones of Fort Wayne, and Bret (Sharlene) Jones of Rockford, OH; and 3 grandsons, Justin, Josh, and Jesse. Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband, Charles "Bobby" Browning; parents, Lester and Doris Wittung; and her twin sister, Marilyn Rawley. Service is 10:30 am, Saturday, October 14, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Rd with calling one hour prior. Calling also Friday, October 13, 2017 from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Family LifeCare Hospice of Berne.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 10, 2017

Rose Marie Kallmyer passed away Friday, September 8, 2017 after a brief illness. Rose was a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne. She graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1951. Rose married Ray Kallmyer in 1958. She was a talented pianist and church organist. Rose also worked as a seamstress and helped with her husband's real estate business. Rose attended Pathway Community Church. Surviving are her children, Brad (Penny) Kallmyer, Todd Kallmyer, and Kris (Silvia) Kallmeyer; grandchildren, Nathaniel, Benjamin, Emilia and Julia; brothers, Robert (Marilyn) Vorndran, Gerald Vorndran, Paul (Shirley) Vorndran; and sister, Anita Paul. Rose was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Kallmyer; parents, Emil and Mary Vorndran; sister-in-law, Barbara Vorndran; and brother, Albert Vorndran. Memorial service is 1:30 pm, Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road with Rev. David Biberstein officiating. Visitation from 10 am to 1:30 pm. Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Soup Kitchen (P.O. Box 11383, Fort Wayne, IN 46857-1383).
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 10, 2017

Evangeli Kaplanis, 80, of Fort Wayne, passed away on September 6, 2017. Born on September 8, 1936, in Itea, Greece, and immigrated to Fort Wayne in 1966 with her family, she was a daughter of the late Triandafilos and Flora Panou. She was a homemaker and housewife who loved to cook both Greek and traditional cuisine. She was the mother of three children and nine grandchildren and lived her life to take care of her family. She was happiest when family would gather at her home for holidays and special occasions that would allow her to indulge in making large varieties of food and desserts. She was particularly known for her unique versions of "pita" a traditional Greek pan dish. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Pandelis Kaplanis; children, Kostas (Lorena) Kaplanis, George (Eleni) Kaplanis, and Christina (Sean) Turner; grandchildren, Gregory, Dimitri, Pandelis, Triandaphillos, Evangelia, Agapi, Katerina, Emersen, Ashlyn and Tyler, who all brought great joy to her in later years; and brother, Stephanos (Europia) Panou, and their family who live in Greece. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Venna; and grandson, Dimitri. Funeral service will be 11 am, Tuesday, September 12, at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 110 East Wallen Road, Fort Wayne, with calling one hour prior. Fr. Andrew Walsh, officiating. Calling will also be held from 2 to 5 pm and 7 to 9 pm, at D. O. McComb and Sons Funeral Homes, Pine Valley Chapel, 1320 East Dupont Road, Fort Wayne, with Trisagion Prayers at 8pm. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorial donations may be given to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Fort Wayne.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 7, 2017

Joseph E. King, 96, of Kendallville died Wednesday, October 11, 2017, at Orchard Pointe Health Campus in Kendallville with his family at his side. He was born March 22, 1921, in Roff, Oklahoma, to Jesse and Sarah (Beaty) King. On August 3, 1940, in Atoka, Oklahoma, he married Cleo Tomlin. She survives in Kendallville. They were honored to celebrate their 77th wedding anniversary recently. Mr. King honorably served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He retired from International Harvester in Fort Wayne. He then worked for Renner's Express in Fort Wayne. Also surviving are a daughter, Sara "Judy" Evers of Kendallville; a son, Donald H. (Diann Binkley) King of Knox; three grandchildren, Stephen (Denice) Evers, Angie King-Underwood, and Mindy (Kreig) Woods; six great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and a sister, Virginia Glasglow of Midwest City, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters. There will be no visitation or services. Preferred memorials may be given to the Humane Society of Noble County, P.O. Box 471, Kendallville, Indiana, 46755. Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville is assisting the family with arrangements.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; October 12, 2017

Patricia (Meiners) Knight, 89, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 6, 2017, after a long and courageous struggle with Alzheimer's Disease. Pat was a 1945 graduate of Central Catholic High School, where she excelled in English and won a national poetry award. Other schools Pat attended were Our Lady of Lourdes, Indianapolis, and St. Joseph's Academy in Tipton. She was married 56 years to the love of her life, Frank, until his death in 2004. Pat and Frank raised 6 children in St. Vincent de Paul parish. She worked with Frank in his Landscape Contracting business and was an activist in many causes important to her. Survivors include her children, Linda (Neal) McEwen of Prescott, AZ, David F. (Kate) Knight of Spring Lake, MI, Kathleen (Steve) Weller of Bloomington, IN, Mary Ann (Robert) Williams of Greenwood, IN, Kevin (Lisa) Knight of Louisville, KY, Joann (Tom) Barnhill of Indianapolis, IN, sister-in-law Florence Isaacs of Ft. Wayne, brother-in-law Richard Knight of Stow, Ohio, and 14 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren whom she loved dearly. In addition to her beloved Frank, Pat was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Ellen (Bonfield) Meiners & William H. Meiners, brothers, William and Robert and many brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00AM St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 1502 E. Wallen Road on Monday, September 11, 2017, on what would have been Pat and Frank's 69th wedding anniversary. Calling will take place before the Mass, from 9:30- 11:00AM. Burial will be in Catholic Cemetery alongside Pat's beloved husband, Frank. Memorials may be directed to St. Vincent de Paul Society or Matthew 25 & Dental Clinic. Her memories had been slowly taken from her, but this good and faithful servant awakens now in the arms of her husband, Frank, and the loving embrace of her Heavenly Father.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 7, 2017

April 29, 1957 -- August 18, 2017
Elmina J. Lambright, 60, of Middlebury died at 4:20 pm on Friday, August 18, at her residence. She was born on April 29, 1957 in LaGrange County to Jacob and Lena (Yoder) Miller. On September 29, 1977 in LaGrange County she married Omer Dean Lambright, he survives. Survivors in addition to her husband are four sons, Vernon (Rhoda) Lambright of Shipshewana, Gary (Brenda) Lambright of Middlebury, Eugene (Regina) Lambright of Middlebury, Steve (Lisa) Lambright of Shipshewana; six daughters, Geneva Lambright at home, Kristine (Jeremy) Lambright of , Elaine (Josie) Borkholder of Nappanee, Norma Lambright, SuAnn Lambright and Laura Lambright all at home; 20 grandchildren; her mother of LaGrange; five brothers, Martin (Esther) Miller of Shipshewana, Sam (Dorothy) Miller of Middlebury, Joe (Noreen) Miller of Ligonier, Jacob (Sheila) Miller, Jr. of Gold Canyon, AZ, Danny (Linda) Miller of Goshen; six sisters, Esther (Walter) Lehman of Millersburg, Miriam (Gaylord) Yoder of Shipshewana, Ida Mae Lehman of Middlebury, Mary Ann (John) Miller of Hamilton, MO, Lydia Miller of LaGrange and Elizabeth (Ivan) Yoder of Bonaparte, IA. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Ann Lambright; an infant son; grandson, Isaiah Ryan Lambright; father, Jacob Millerand a brother-in-law, Jake Lehman. Elmina was a homemaker and a member of the Old Order Amish Church. Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Saturday, August 19, and all day Sunday, August 20, at family's residence, 11711 CR 20 Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Monday, August 21, at the Mike Stolzfus residence, 11851 CR 20 Middlebury. Services will be conducted by Bishop Robert Mullet and the home ministers. Burial will be in Bontrager Cemetery, Middlebury. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury is in charge of arrangements.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; August 18, 2017

Stephen Edward Alexander Leamon, 25, of Cleveland, Ohio, and formerly of South Milford died unexpectedly Thursday, August 17, 2017, in his residence. He was born December 20, 1991, in Kendallville to Patrik Edward and Cheryl V. (Deming) Leamon. He was a student. Stephen loved being with his son. He also enjoyed playing video games and hip-hop music. Surviving are a son, Zaiden Leamon of Wolcottville; his mother and stepfather, Cheryl and Lenny Clouse of Wolcottville; his father and stepmother, Patrik and Bernadette Leamon of Cleveland; and a brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Stefanie Lewis of Churubusco. Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 23, 2017, at 7 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville. Burial will be in the South Milford Cemetery at a later date. Calling is Wednesday, August 23, 2017, from 1 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the donor's choice.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; August 18, 2017

Mark Allen Linville, 58, of Fort Wayne slipped into the arms of Jesus Sunday, October 15, 2017, at St. Joseph Hospital. Mark was born May 10, 1959 in Indianapolis to the late Horace F. Linville and Imogene (Wood) Linville. He graduated from Carmel High School in 1977 where he was a very good athlete. He earned his bachelors degree in fine arts from Ball State University in 1982. On August 4, 1984, he married Diane (Sorlie) Linville in Fort Wayne. Mark has been employed at Lincoln Printing for the past 29 years. He was a member of Fellowship Missionary Church where he had a strong passion to help the youth and share his love for Christ. Mark also loved coaching, fishing, and spending time with his family. He will forever be remembered for his caring hugs and a kiss on the head. Surviving are his wife of 33 years, Diane; daughters, Angela (Scott) Sherbahn, Alyssa (Josh Schrock) Linville; grandchildren, Lucas, Lyla, and Lily Sherbahn all of Fort Wayne; brother, Jerry (Patty) Linville of Naples, FL; mother-in-law, Bobbie Sorlie of Fort Wayne; and step-mother, Jeanne Linville of Naples, FL. Mark was preceded in death by his brother, Ronnie Linville; father-in-law, Jim Sorlie and two grandchildren. Service will be 11 am, Saturday, October 21, 2017 at Fellowship Missionary Church with calling from 9 am until the service, Pastors Joe Johns, David DeSelm, and Mark Mays will be officiating. Calling will be Friday, October 20, 2017, at the Church from 3 pm to 5 pm and 6 pm to 8 pm. Memorials may be made to Fellowship Missionary Church. D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 17, 2017

Audra A. (Baeske) Maywhoor, 94, passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2017. She was born in Trimountain, MI, on April 22, 1923, the daughter of the late Paul and Myrtle Baeske. Audra worked with Lincoln National Life for 34 years, retiring 1983. Surviving are her brother, Melvyn D. (Patricia) Baeske of Fairview Heights, IL; sisters-in-law, Gloria Baeske of Woodburn, IN, and Clarice Baeske of Fort Wayne, IN; and several nieces and nephews. Audra was preceded in death by her husband, Norris Edward Maywhoor; brothers, Bernard L., Kenneth B., Claude W., and Rod L. Baeske; and sister, Minerva L. Smith. No public services to be held. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 10, 2017

February 13, 1923 -- August 20, 2017
Catherine "Ruth" McBride, 94, of Tipton, died at 4:00 am on Sunday, August 20, 2017 at North Woods Village, Mishawaka, where she had lived since June 14, 2017. She was born on February 13, 1923, in Cambridge, OH, to Wilbur and Lela (Gibson) Proctor. On July 27, 1947 in Cambridge, she married Stewart Lee McBride. He died April 8, 2005. Surviving are two daughters, Catherine Lee (Larry) Wolfe of Tipton, Susan (Sam) Pohl of Middlebury; son, Dr. Jeffrey S. (Natalie McFeely) McBride of Elkhart; Six grandchildren, Scott A. Wolfe, Don E. Wolfe, Christopher A. Pohl, Brittany L. (Pohl) Calvert, Lyndsay N. (McBride) Hemmick, Logan J. McBride; six great-grandchildren, Noah Wolfe, Parker Wolfe, Ella Wolfe, Hallie Wolfe, Lincoln Hemmick, Henry Calvert. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Louise Colvin. Ruth was a homemaker and a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Fairborn, OH. She was active in her church and was part of the Sweet Adelines. She enjoyed knitting, collecting cardinals and was a talented seamstress. She loved family gatherings where she often did the cooking. A memorial service will be held in Ohio at a later date. Burial will be in Cambridge Northwood Cemetery, Cambridge, OH. Memorials may be given to First Presbyterian Church in Fairborn, OH.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; August 20, 2017

Denzil R. McDonald, 68, of Kendallville died Friday, September 29, 2017, at 7:45 a.m. in Parkview Randallia Hospital, Fort Wayne. He was born August 14, 1949, in Martin, Kentucky, to Orville K. and Evalyn (Blankenship) McDonald. Mr. McDonald moved to this area in 1966, coming from Kentucky. He retired from Essex Wire in Kendallville. Denzil enjoyed hunting, fishing and collecting Hotwheels vehicles. Surviving are two daughters, Star (Jeff) Vanderbilt of Port St. Lucie, Florida, and Shannon (Dale) Alleshouse of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; four grandsons, Alexandir Alleshouse, Sidney Alleshouse, Jordan Goff, and Ben Goff; three great-grandchildren, Alexandir Alleshouse, Sterling Jack Alleshouse, and Aaron Goff; his mother, Evelyn McDonald of Kendallville; two sisters, Linda (Rodney) Hurst of Kendallville and Reba (Rex) Bardsley of Kendallville; and two brothers, Kenneth (Diane) McDonald of Kendallville and Eddie (Barb) McDonald of Kendallville. He was preceded in death by his father, Orville K. McDonald; a brother, Daryl McDonald; and a grandson, Brandon. Funeral services will be Monday, October 2, 2017, at 5 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with Pastor Zach McCue officiating. Calling is Monday, October 2, 2017, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Honorary pallbearers will be his grandsons, Alexandir Alleshouse, Sidney Alleshouse, Jordan Goff, and Ben Goff. Preferred memorials are to Disabled Veterans of America or Wounded Warriors.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; September 30, 2017

Betty Marie McKinney nee Hughes, 82, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2017. Born in Stroh, IN, on July 4, 1935 to Bill and Frankie Hughes, Betty was always a "firecracker". She met the love of her life at the age of 14, "Billy", while working at Millers Ice Cream. They were married April 22, 1955. Betty enjoyed genealogy and her doll collection, but what she loved most was her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. When it came to them, "Mackie" would do anything. Everyone will miss her Sunday dinners and hugs and kisses, not only in person but also included on every card. Surviving are her husband, T. William "Bill" McKinney of Fort Wayne; 3 children, Douglas (Carolyn) McKinney of Fort Wayne, Daniel McKinney of Columbia City, and Dawn (Greg) Newport of Fort Wayne; 3 grandchildren, Karen, Casey, and Cody; and 6 great-grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her parents; and 2 sisters, Helen Martin and Shirley Miller. Per Betty's request, private family services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to CurePSP or Shriners Hospital for Children.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 28, 2017

Richard H. "Dick" Merren Jr., passed away September 25, 2017. Born in La Ceiba, Honduras, Central America on 29 July 1930 to Richard H. Merren Sr and Marina Saravia Merren. Richard graduated from Sam Miguel High School in Tegucigalpa, the capital of Honduras. After graduating he came to Fort Wayne, Indiana on September 1948 and attended Indiana Technical College. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1953 to 1955 and once honorably discharged he returned to work at G.E. , He received his United States citizenship in 1956. 7 years later, he went to work at International Harvester, from where he retired after 28 ½ years of service with the closing of the plant on November 1986. Richard was a proud member of the UAW union during his employment with International Harvester and to the present. As member of UAW Retiree Chapter 57 representing the retirees of International Harvester. Throughout Richard's tenure with International Harvester and thereafter, in his retirement held many positions in UAW Local 57 from steward to acting President. On retirement, he was elected as Chair of his Retiree Chapter, Chair of the UAW 4th Area Retiree Council, Chair of Region 3 Indiana - Kentucky Retirees Council. He served as Chair of the UAW Community Action Programs for Adams, Allen, and Wells County from March 1976 to April 2015. Richard was also Chair of the Indiana 3rd District C.A.P. Council, served on the Executive Board of Region 3 UAW C.A.P. Council and Auto Council. A loyal Democrat serving the Allen County Democratic Party as a precinct committee person, County Treasurer, and representative of labor. Richard was elected as a State Convention delegate from 1970 to present and National Convention Delegate six times. Served as a labor liaison for Congresswoman Jill Long and on committees for Mayors Graham Richard and Tom Henry. Served on many executives boards of local agencies, such as United Way of Allen County, Red Cross, Washington House Treatment Center, Catholic Social Services, Indiana Alliance of Retired Americans, United Senior Action of Indiana, Holiday Cab Program to name a few. Richard received many awards, such as the National Red Cross Award for Labor Leadership, United Hispanic Volunteer of the Year, The Mark J. Lawrence Award, The Mack T.Lawrence Award the J. Edward Rousch Life Time Service Award. The Douglas A. Fraser Community Service Award, Region 3 UAW Director's Award, Allen County Democrat of the Year Award, Kentucky Colonel awarded by Kentucky Governor, Steven L. Beshear and Secretary of State, Alison Lundergan Grimes, and many more. He was a member of The American Legion, Order of the Eagles, NAACP, A. Philip Randolph Institute, and Indiana Alliance for Retired Americans A.P.R.I, and I.A.R.A. Richard loved to dance and fish, but his favorite was meeting people. He had a passion for making new acquaintances into friends. He just loved people regardless of their walk of life. Richard often remarked that as we plant flowers, to enjoy their beauty. People are God's flowers with all the beauty created by God for us to cherish, love, and respect, for as long as He granted us life. Surviving: son, Antonio Merren of Honduras; sister, Kathryn Merren Wolff of Seabrook, Texas; brothers, Bobby, John, and Jarrod Merren in Honduras; as Richard would say, My adopted kids Leroy and Naomi Brown, and his great extended family- All of the UAW active and retired workers of this great USA. Preceding in death: wives, Rosalie Merren and Dorotha Crawford Merren; sister, Esperanza Mejia; brothers, Roger A and Winston C. Merren; father and mother, Richard H. and Marina S Merren. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday October 3, 2017, Fr Lawrence Teteh,Officating, at St Therese Catholic Church, 2304 Lower Huntington Road with calling one hour prior. Calling also Monday October 2, 2017 D.O. MCComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home 1140 Lake Ave 2 to 5 and 7 to 9pm. Burial will be Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery with US Army Honors. A Luncheon will be held after the committal service at the church. Richard requested no flowers. Memorials to Cancer of Allen County.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 30, 2017

Betty Jean Miller, 92, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2017 at Parkview Hospital Randallia. She was a life long resident of Ft. Wayne. Betty worked for the Allen County Assessor's office. She was a member of St. Peters Catholic Church, and Fraternal Order of the Eagles-New Haven. Surviving are her sons, Michael J. (Elizabeth) Miller of Wakefield, Rhode Island, Daniel A. (Kathleen M.) Miller of Boise, Idaho; 6 grandchildren; 9 Great-grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Richard F. Miller, a former captain on the Ft. Wayne Police Department. Parents Nelson E. Kathryn Lucille (Mertz) Cook, Graveside Funeral Service will be held, 2:00 pm, Friday, October 6, 2017 at Catholic Cemetery, 3500 Lake Avenue with Fr. Tyrell Alles, officiating. Memorials may be made to the American Red Cross.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 4, 2017

January 6, 1946 -- August 21, 2017
Dennis L. Miller, 71, of Bristol, died at 2:05 pm, on Monday, August 21, at the Center for Hospice Care, Elkhart. He was born on January 6, 1946, in LaGrange County, to Levi E. and Ida (Gingerich) Miller. Survivors include a sister, Ann (Harley) Yoder of Goshen; two brothers, Willie (Marilyn) Miller of Goshen, Pete (Karen) Miller of Hillsboro, OR; sister-in-law, Mattie Miller of Steuben County; two nieces, five nephews, many great and great-great nieces and nephews; and the ADEC staff and residents. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Robert and Elmer Miller. He lived at ADEC for 21 years. Visitation will be from 2:00 - 7:00 pm on Thursday August 24, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury. The family will hold a private burial at Forest Grove Cemetery prior to the 11:00 am memorial service on Friday, August 25, at First Mennonite Church, Middlebury. Services will be conducted by his nephews Kent Miller and Rich Troyer. Memorials may be given to ADEC or Center for Hospice Care.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; August 22, 2017

Gertrude C. Miller, 108, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Lutheran Life Villages in Fort Wayne. She was born on Monday, August 9, 1909 in Fort Wayne, Indiana the daughter of the late Charles Reffelt and the late Mary (Hecke) Reffelt. She married Arthur J. Miller and he preceded her in death on February 27, 1978. In her younger years, Gertrude worked at Wayne Candy Company in Fort Wayne. After moving to Decatur, she began working for Central Sugar Company before transitioning to Wayne Novelty. Most recently, Gertrude served her community by working at Psi Iota Xi Sorority Thrift Store in Decatur for several years as a manager. Gertrude was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, as well as Rosary Society. Gertrude had been a member of Women of the Moose since 1961. She also sang with the Sweet Adeline's. Survivors include her grandson, Matt (Sue) Berghoff of Midland, MI; grandson, Mark (Mona) Berghoff of Fort Wayne, IN; grandson, Mike (Mary) Berghoff of Fort Wayne, IN; granddaughter, Ann Reisinger of Westfield, IN; grandson, Pat (Cathy) Berghoff of Noblesville, IN; 14 great-grandchildren; and 9 great-great grandchildren. Gertrude was preceded in death by a daughter, Rose Ellen Berghoff, in 1993; and a son-in-law Robert Berghoff, in 2017. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church with Father Bob Lengerich officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Friends will be received one hour prior to the services at church Monday. Preferred memorials can be made to Masses or Saint Mary's Soup Kitchen, Fort Wayne.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Adams County, Indiana; September 3, 2017

December 19, 1962 -- October 6, 2017
LeRoy N. Miller, 54, of Millersburg, died at 3:15 pm on Friday at Goshen Health Hospital. He was born on December 19, 1962 in LaGrange to Nathaniel E. and Mary Ann (Beechy) Miller. On June 27, 1985 in Middlebury he married Cora Sue Yoder, she survives. Survivors in addition to his wife are five sons, Zachary Lynn (Gloria) Miller of Bremen, Anthony Ryan (Loretta) Miller of Middlebury, Joshua Lee (Loretta) Miller of Bristol, LeRoy, Jr. Miller and Nathaniel Jay Miller both at home; daughter, Susan L. Miller at home; 11 grandchildren; six sisters, Lydia (John) Yoder of Sarasota, FL., Anna (Leander) Keim of Sturgis, MI, Barbara Miller of Topeka, Irma (John) Lambright of Arcadia, FL, Marietta Miller of Topeka, Ida Miller of Topeka; four brothers, Alvin (Alice) Miller of Millersburg, Edwin (Edna) Miller of Noblesville, Lloyd (Edna) Miller of Topeka, Aaron (Ruth) Miller of Ligonier; sister-in-law, Katie (John) Hostetler of LaGrange and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Ora and Mahlon Miller; two sisters, Wilma and Kathryn Miller. LeRoy had been self-employed with C & L Construction and was currently working for Country Wood Shop. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. Visitation will be after 1:00 pm on Saturday, October 7, and all day Sunday, October 8, at the family's residence, 11500 West 400 South Millersburg. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Monday, October 9, at the Melvin Mullett, Jr. residence, 11490 West 400 South Millersburg. Services will be conducted by Bishop Gerald Miller and the home ministers. will be in Bontrager Cemetery, Shipshewana. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury is in charge of arrangements.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; October 6, 2017

June 25, 1934 -- August 12, 2017
Lester D. Miller, 83, of Middlebury, died at 10:30 am on Saturday, August 12 at his residence. He was born on June 25, 1934 in Marshall County, to David J. and Barbara (Hochstetler) Miller. On March 7, 1954 in Goshen he married Mary Esther Lambright; she survives. Survivors in addition to his wife are two daughters, Patricia (Paul) Miller of Philadelphia, PA, Denise (Gordon) Henke of Middlebury; three sons, Dennis (Vert) Miller of Goshen, Randy (Carlene) Miller of Elkhart, Wes (Sheila) Miller of Middlebury; two sisters, Clara (Lamar) Hershberger of Nappanee, Verba (Lonnie) Slabaugh of Nappanee; two brothers, Slyvanas and Homer (Freida) Miller both of Nappanee; 15 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Leona and Linda Mae Miller; three brothers, Gilbert, Harley, and David Miller, Jr. He was a member of Brenneman Memorial Missionary Church. He had been a factory worker and helped start the bakery at Essenhaus, where he worked for 17 years. He served two years of voluntary service at Rosedale Bible College, served his 1-W service in Fort Wayne and later worked at Troyer Carpets. Lester loved family, friends and playing Rook. He gave himself fully to everything he did and would serve anywhere he could. His heart for people and for God was well-known. He lived life enthusiastically. Visitation will be from 2:00 - 8:00 pm on Tuesday, August 15 and one hour prior to the 10:00 am funeral service on Wednesday, August 16 at Brenneman Memorial Missionary Church, 61115 State Rd. 15 Goshen. Services will be conducted by Pastors Bill Richardson and Harold Knight. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, Goshen. Memorials may be given to World Missionary Press.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; August 13, 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, Elkhart County, Indiana; September 11, 2017

February 13, 1925 -- September 2, 2017
Lydia Mae Miller, 92, of LaGrange, died at 1:52 am on Saturday, September 2, at her residence. She was born on February 13, 1925, in Topeka to Joseph and Barbara (Hochstetler) Lambright. On February 14, 1946 in Noble County she married Albert D. Miller; he died March 25, 2008. Surviving are five sons, Daniel (Inez) Miller of Shipshewana, Raymond (Christina) Miller of LaGrange, Joe Miller of Middlebury, Ernest (Erma) Miller of Goshen, Ervin (Nettie) Miller of Shipshewana; three daughters, Barbara Frey of Topeka, Mary (Freeman) Bontrager of Millersburg, Clara (Elvie) Frey of Shipshewana; 53 grandchildren; 165 great grandchildren; four great great grandchildren; son-in-law, Andy Kurtz of LaGrange; two sisters, Sarah Jane Yoder of LaGrange, Katie (Bob) Biggs of Bonita Springs, FL; brother, Ernest William (Clair) Lambright of Atlanta, GA; sister-in-law, Sue Lambright of Goshen. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Susie Kurtz; son, David Miller; son-in-law, Richard Frey; four grandchildren; four great grandchildren; brother, Levi Lambright; three sisters, Alma Stambaugh, Celesta Mast and Susie Ellen Yoder. Lydia was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church. Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Sunday, September 3, and all day Monday, September 4, at the family's residence, 3550 West 400 South LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Tuesday, September 5, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop LeRoy Troyer and the home ministers. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, LaGrange. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury is in charge of arrangements.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; September 3, 2017

Carter Allen Minden was stillborn on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at Adams Memorial Hospital in Decatur. He is survived by his parents, Ryan & Lori (Caston) Minden of New Haven. Ryan is employed with Lincoln Financial Group in Fort Wayne and Lori is the charge nurse in the Med-Surg. Department at Adams Memorial Hospital in Decatur. Other survivors include his brother, Reece Minden & sister, Hannah Minden both at home; maternal grandfather, Larry Caston of Montezuma, IA; maternal grandmother, Bev Caston of Hoagland, IN; paternal grandparents, Steve & Lynne Bowland of New Haven, IN; & maternal great-grandmother, Bernice Caston of Ossian, IN. Carter was preceded in death by his maternal great-grandfather, Harvey Caston; maternal great-grandmother, Joyce Weaver; & paternal great-grandparents, Raymond & Naomi Minden. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m. Friday, August 18, 2017 at Emanuel Lutheran Church in New Haven with Rev. Paul Shoemaker officiating. Interment will follow in the Emanuel Lutheran Cemetery. Friends will be received for one hour prior to the service at the church Friday. Preferred memorials are to Emanuel Lutheran Church in New Haven or Adams Memorial Hospital OB Department.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Adams County, Indiana; August 14, 2017

Richard R. Monn, 88, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2017 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Richard worked at Fort Wayne National Bank 45 years serving in many different roles, most recently as a Vice President. He was an active member of Concordia Lutheran Church. Richard was a Delegate to the Lutheran Social Services and the Lutheran Foundation, a Salvation Army Board Member, a chairman of the Salvation Army Kettle Counters, an honorary Director of the Concordia Lutheran High School Educational Foundation, and a 58 year member of the McMillion Park Lion's Club where he served in many different positions. Surviving are his children, Jeffrey Monn of Fort Wayne, Valerie (Emad) Anwar of Grand Prairie, TX, David Monn of Indianapolis, IN, and Julie (Micheal) Smith of Indianapolis, IN; 11 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Donna (Paul) Fritze, Harriet Stennfeld, and Janice Hitzemann all of Fort Wayne, IN; and brother, Larry "Butch" (Debbie) Monn of Fishers, IN. Richard was preceded in death by wife of 42 years, Claudia Monn; and his parents, Harry and Alma Monn. Service is 10:30 am, Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at Concordia Lutheran Church, 4245 Lake Ave with calling one hour prior. Calling also at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Rd on Monday, October 2, 2017 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm with a Lion's Club service at 8:00 pm. Burial in Concordia Cemetery Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Concordia Lutheran Church, Salvation Army, or Concordia Lutheran High School.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 27, 2017

Lisa L. (Riebersal) Moore, 31, passed away Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at her home in South Bend. Born in Fort Wayne, Lisa worked as a nurse at Elkhart General Hospital and Southfield Village Nursing Home in South Bend. She was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church - West Jefferson. Lisa loved her husband, family, friends, and puppy. She enjoyed quilting and all things Alice in Wonderland. Lisa loved traveling, including many visits to Disney World and spending the summers at the cottage at Coldwater Lake, MI. Surviving are her husband, Charley Moore of South Bend, IN; parents, Eric and Kim Riebersal of Fort Wayne; brother, Josh Riebersal of Coldwater, MI; sister, Jamie (Luke) Atkinson of Mishawaka, IN; grandmother, Marilynn Klopfenstein of Fort Wayne, many aunts, uncles, and cousins; father-in-law, Daniel Moore of Zanesville; mother-in-law, Paula Moore of Zanesville, IN; and beloved puppy, Beowulf "Buddies". Lisa was preceded in death by grandfather, Richard Klopfenstein; grandfather, Richard Riebersal; and grandmother, Helen Riebersal. Service is 11:00 am, Monday, October 9, 2017 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 917 W Jefferson Blvd with Pastor Thomas Eggold officiating with an hour of calling prior to the service. Calling at - D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road, Sunday, October 8, 2017, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to Cancer Treatment Center of America, The Pet Refuge, Inc, or The National Cervical Cancer Coalition.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 5, 2017

Suzanne Michele Moore, 39, of New Haven died unexpectedly Sunday, August 20, 2017. She was born July 22, 1978, in Fort Wayne to Michael G. and Sandra L. (Schmidt) Moore. They survive in Rome City. Miss Moore worked for LSC Communications, formerly Courier, in Kendallville. She was baptized at Emanuel Lutheran Church in New Haven. Also surviving is a son, Jacob Lee Moore of Auburn and a brother, Jeffery G. Moore of Fort Wayne. She was preceded in death by a brother, Joel Michael Moore; and her maternal and paternal grandparents. Funeral services will be Monday, August 28, 2017 at 1 p.m. in Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville with Rev. James Tews of Messiah Lutheran Church in Wolcottville officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne. Calling is Sunday, August 27, 2017 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to Helping Hands Food Pantry in Rome City.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; August 22, 2017

Iris Ilene Morr, 75, of Kendallville died Wednesday, August 23, 2017, at 10:18 p.m. in the home of her daughter, Babs Diehm of Kendallville. She was born August 13, 1942, in Kendallville to Henry O. and Ilene I. (Hart) Mock. Iris was born and raised in the Kendallville area. She attended Kendallville schools through the 8th grade, after which her parents moved to DeKalb County where she finished school and graduated in 1961 from Ashley High School. On March 10, 1962, in Ashley she married Delbert Earl Morr. The love of her life for 43 years preceded her in death on April 25, 2008. Through the years, she lived in several locations in the area, including Kendallville, DeKalb County, Wolcottville, and Rome City. During her life, she held a variety of jobs, including waitressing, car-hop at Kelsey's Drive-In, ticket sales at the Strand and Hi Vue theaters, retail sales at Lord's Dress Shop and J.C. Penney's, production work at Kraft Foods, Group Dekko companies, Tokheim in Albion for 15 years, and No-Sag Products for 15 years where she started as the receptionist and worked her way up to retiring as the purchasing manager. Through the years, if asked about her education, Iris would proudly reply, "I graduated from Ashley High School. I have a degree in common sense from the School of Hard Knocks." In 2010, after retirement and the loss of her husband, she purchased the old GMP Union Hall north of Kendallville. Along with her daughters, she converted it into The Iris Garden Event and Catering Center. Her desire was to provide a nice place where the working people of the area could afford to celebrate their special events. She loved interacting with people through work or social events. If Iris is remembered for anything, she would wish it to be the way she loved her husband, family, and friends, her unique personality and sense of humor, and the way she tried to treat all people with courtesy and respect. Surviving are three daughters, Beth Ann (Bruce) Newman of South Milford, Babs Ann (Michael) Diehm of Kendallville, and Brenda Ann (Larry) Gayheart of Rome City; six grandchildren, Brian Newman, Brooke (Anthony) Randol, Mitchell (Judi Kuffer) Diehm, Cameron Diehm, Morreen (Ricky Powers) Gayheart, and Odessa Gayheart; five great-grandchildren, Bret, Ethan, Newt, Ellie, and Kali; and a brother, William (Sharon) Mock of Kendallville. Funeral services will be Sunday, August 27, 2017, at 1:30 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with Vance Hamlin and Pastor Regan Ford officiating. Burial will be in Orange Cemetery, Rome City. Pallbearers will be Brian Newman, Anthony Randol, Mitchell Diehm, Cameron Diehm, Ricky Powers, and Michael Sanchez. Calling is Saturday, August 26, 2017, from 2 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to services on Sunday. Preferred memorials are to East Noble Theatre.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; August 24, 2017

Larry Mosley, 51, of Avilla died Thursday, September 28, 2017, at 9:30 p.m. in his residence. He was born July 4, 1966, in Kendallville to Floyd and Georgene (Spears) Mosley. On December 29, 2009, in Kendallville he married Amy Hullinger. Mr. Mosley had worked at several area foundries, NISCO in Topeka, and Aluminum Recovery Technologies in Kendallville. Larry enjoyed fishing, working on cars, doing puzzles, and collecting miniature antique cars. He loved being with his children and grandbabies. Surviving are his wife, Amy Mosley of Avilla; four sons, Logan (Angel) Kimmell of Butler, Sheridan Sibert of Avilla, Landin Sibert of Avilla, and Zayden Sibert of Avilla; two grandchildren, Leahla Kimmell and Ashdyn Kimmell; four sisters, Teresa (Bud) Mosley of Auburn, Carolyn (Terry) Gibson of Garrett, Trish Mosley of Waterloo, and Sara "Ocie" (Tommy) Phillips of Auburn; five brothers, Troy Mosley of Garrett, Doug Mosley of Fort Wayne, Jerry Mosley of Kendallville, Donald G. (Cathy) Mosley of Kendallville, and Floyd Timothy Mosley of Kendallville; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Bill and Shirley Hullinger of Kendallville; two brothers-in-law, Jimmy (Tracy) Hullinger of Avilla and Charles Hullinger of Montana; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Connie Dorton; and two nephews, Cody N. Mosley and Anthony Belcher. Funeral services will be Monday, October 2, 2017, at 12 p.m. at Liberty Free Will Baptist Church, 2900 E 1150N-57, Wolcottville with Pastor Billy Fields officiating. Calling is Sunday, October 1, 2017, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the church and one hour prior to the service on Monday. Preferred memorials are to the family.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; September 29, 2017

Linda Musselman, 70, of New Haven, IN passed away Sunday, August 13, 2017 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. She was born on December 27, 1946 in Fort Wayne the daughter of the late Thomas Umphrey and the late Alice (Fabian) Umphrey. She married Michael Musselman on May 23, 1970 and he preceded her in death on September 5, 2015. Survivors include her son, Thomas Martin of New Haven, IN; son, Michael(Amy) Musselman II of Monroeville, IN; daughter, Tracy (C.J.) Bryant of Monroeville, IN; son, Jeffery (Terra) Musselman of New Haven, IN; brother, Ronnie Umphrey of New Haven, IN; sister, Debbie (Larry) Niemeyer of New Haven, IN;, brother, Greg (Cheri) Umphrey of New Haven, IN; 16 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Linda was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Ann Keener. Services 7:00 p.m. Tuesday in the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel, 111 South Water Street, Monroeville, IN 46773 with Rev. Richard Hartman officiating. Friends will be received from 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, August 15 in the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville, Indiana. Preferred memorials are to the Monroeville Fire Department.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; August 13, 2017

Martha C. (Longenecker) Niman, 87, of Churubusco passed away September 21, 2017 at Parkview in Fort Wayne. Born February 12, 1930 in Eel River Township to Levi Wesley and Rachel Ilene (Kistler) Longenecker preceded her in death. She married Paul E. Niman on January 26, 1947 preceded her in death. She was a Homemaker. She was a Member of New Hope Community Fellowship in Fort Wayne and Waynedale Baptist Church. Survivors include two daughter Sherry (Jeff) Hanshew of N. Las Vegas, Marsha (David) Nichols of FW, three, Kerry L. (Kay) of Churubusco, David A. (Rosanna) of FW, Phillip W. (Virginia) of FW and Carl E. Niman of Churubusco, Grandchildren 35, Great Grandchildren 59, 8 Great Great Grandchildren, 14 Foster Children. Preceded in death by two daughters Paula Kay and Elizabeth Ilene Niman and one son Kenneth E. Niman. Funeral Services 2pm Sunday September 24, 2017 at Sheets and Childs Funeral Home 106 N. Main Street Churubusco, IN 46723. Viewing will be 2-6 Saturday September 23, 2017 at the Funeral Home with calling Sunday one hour prior to service from 1-2; Officiating Pastor Tim Franklin. Memorials to Hope Center. Burial will be in Eel River Cemetery.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; September 22, 2017

Jeannetta Ann Parker, 71, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at Parkview Hospital Randallia in Fort Wayne, IN. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Jeannetta graduated from New Haven HS in 1964. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Jeanetta was a caring, compassionate woman and always put the needs of others first. She was a member of Leo United Methodist Church, prayer shawl ministry, cards of caring, volunteered on the military board and a mentor within the church. Her hobbies included scrap booking, photography and tending to her flower garden. Surviving are her husband of 35 years Nicholas C. Parker, mother, June Jeannetta Litzenberg, children, Laurie (Jim) Johnson, Kevin Husted, Cindy Knox all of Fort Wayne, IN; 12 grandchildren, one great granddaughter, brothers, Harold (Maria) Litzenberg of NM; Dale (Pam) Litzenberg of Bristol, IN; and daughter-in-law, Carmen Hefflefinger of Orland, FL. Jeannetta was preceded in death by father, Harold Litzenberg, son, Eric Husted. Service is 2:00 pm, Saturday September 30, 2017 at Leo United Methodist Church, 13527 Leo Road with calling one hour prior, Rev. David Heim officiating. Calling also Friday, September 29, 2017, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the church. Burial in Leo Memorial Cemetery, Leo, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Leo United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Mungovan Simple Funeral Home, 2114 South Calhoun Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 28, 2017

Nancy J. Potter, 85, of Fort Wayne IN passed away on Wednesday, September 27 at Visiting Nurse Hospice and Home. She was born October 4, 1931 in Lafayette, IN of Francis and Bernice (Sayers) Parker. She grew up in West Lafayette, IN. She graduated from West Lafayette High School in 1950 and married Walter Potter in 1952. Nancy worked for Indiana Bank for many years. During retirement Walt and Nancy spent 13 wonderful years in Venice, FL where she was an active member of Venice-Nokomis UMC. She was a friend to all she met. Over the years, she enjoyed golf, bridge and traveling with many friends at Venice Golf and C.C. and Orchard Ridge C.C. In 2011, Walt and Nancy returned to Fort Wayne and took up residence at the Towne House Retirement Community. Nancy is survived by her children: Rev. Cheryl (Gerry) Garbe of Fort Wayne, Kimberly (Rob) Hunt of Westerville OH, Debra Pollom of Fort Wayne, Kelly (Jon) Koeneman and Gary (Mary) Potter of New Haven IN. Her grandchildren Andrew, Lisa and Jerry Garbe, Austin and Christopher Hunt, Jennifer and Paige Pollom, Ben and Scott Koeneman, Katie Fritz, Sarah Anderson, Amy and Jacob Potter and great-grandchildren, Vera and Charlotte Fritz and Parker Garbe. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Walter Potter and great-grandson, Christian Fritz. Funeral Service is 10:30 am, Monday, October 2, 2017, with calling one hour prior at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road with Rev Douglas Vogel, officiating. Calling Sunday October 1, 2017 from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm at the Funeral Home. Entombment Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Visiting Nurse Hospice and Home and donor's choice.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 29, 2017

Virgil Norman Potter, 85, passed away Monday, October 2, 2017 at his home in Fort Wayne. Service is 10:00 am, Monday, October 9, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling one hour prior. Burial in Prairie Grove Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 5, 2017

Dakota Matthew "Kody" Pratt, 19, of Huntington passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2017, in Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. He was born July 15, 1998, in Muskegon, Michigan, to Matthew R. and Nancy R. (Bertoia) Pratt. His parents survive in Huntington. Dakota worked as a tree trimmer for a company in Stroh. He enjoyed fishing and listening to music. Also surviving are a sister, Breanna Pratt of Huntington; two brothers, Roger Dexter of Angola and Kylar Pratt of Angola; paternal grandparents, Ronald and Suzanne Pratt of Grand Rapids, Michigan; maternal step grandmother, Janice Bertoia; three nephews, Landen Dexter, Gannon Tackett, and Theodore Pratt; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, George and Rosemary Bertoia; an aunt, Toni Gentz; and an uncle, Joseph Bertoia. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Preferred memorials are to the family to assist with expenses.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; August 18, 2017

Phillip C. "Pone" Rice, 33, of LaGrange died Tuesday, September 26, 2017 in Syracuse. He was born November 18, 1983, in Bluffton to Artie V. and Judith (Murphy) Rice. He was a 2003 graduate of Prairie Heights High School. Mr. Rice was employed by Davey Tree as a tree trimmer. He had also worked in area recreational vehicle factories. He was also a jack of all trades and loved the outdoors. Surviving are four sons, Tevis Rice, Colten Rice, and Cayman Rice all of Butler and Izaak Rice of Jonesville, Virginia; his mother and stepfather, Judith and Eric Clark of LaGrange; his father, Artie V. Rice of Jonesville, Virginia; four sisters, Wendy (Dallas) Quinley of Wolcottville, Angel Langley of Virginia, Kailey Rice of Bristol, Virginia, and Erica Henderson of Waterloo; two brothers, Dane Clark of LaGrange and Jared Langley of Jonesville, Virginia; maternal grandmother, Beulah Murphy of Bluffton; paternal grandmother, Bobbie Rice of Lake Placid, Florida; paternal grandfather, Russell Ross of Wabash; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his stepmother, Thena Rice. Visitation will be Sunday, October 1, 2017, from 2 to 4 p.m. in Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville. The family requests that you come as you are and there is no need to dress up. There will be no funeral service. Preferred memorials are to the family to assist with expenses.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; September 28, 2017

Jeffrey Allen Richardson, 45, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at his home in Fort Wayne, IN. He was a native and lifetime resident of Fort Wayne, IN, Jeffrey worked as a roofer for various companies in the community. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan, enjoyed fishing and will be remembered for his great sense of humor. Surviving are his daughter Faith Richardson, mother, Margaret Joan Richardson of Fort Wayne, IN father, William Clyde Richardson, Sr. of Churubusco, IN; siblings, William C (Suzi) Richardson, Jr. of Glen Allen, VA; Carol (Dennis) Heck of Fort Wayne, IN; Carla (Steve) Knuth of Fort Wayne, IN; brother-in-law, Larry Dahlgren and several nieces and nephews. Jeffrey was preceded in death by sister, Cheryl Dahlgren. Service is 4:00 pm, September 11, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling one hour prior. Memorials may be made for his daughter in care of Margaret Richardson.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 6, 2017

Samuel Allen Richhart, 8, was carried to heaven on Friday, September 29, 2017 after a 3 year battle with a rare and aggressive form of leukemia. Samuel's story will be carried on by his loving parents, Barry and Patricia Richhart; siblings, Elizabeth, Anna, Patrick, Abigail, Rachel, Micah and Rose; grandparents, Robert and Mary Richhart; and Richard and Patricia Perko; uncle and aunt, Mark and Anjanette Richhart; cousins Max, Simon and Henry Richhart. Samuel's life was a blessing to all who knew him. He faced more challenges in his short time on earth than most of us face in a lifetime with great courage and strength of spirit. He has fought the good fight, finished the race and kept the faith. (2 Tim. 4:7) Celebrate his life with his family at Fellowship Missionary Church (FMC), 2536 E. Tillman Road, on Thurs, October 12, beginning at 7:00 pm (with Calling before from 5:00-6:30). Calling times at FMC also on Wed, October 11, from 1:00-4:00 pm and 5:30-8:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider bringing a new Lego set for us to donate in Samuel's memory to Riley Hospital for Children. Memorials may be made to Indiana Children's Wish Fund as well as the family to help cover final expenses. Mungovan and Sons Memorial Chapel is handling arrangements.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 7, 2017

August 25, 1936 -- September 7, 2017
Daniel Robinson, 81, of Wakarusa, died at 5:00 pm, on Thursday, September 7, at Elkhart General Hospital. He had been in declining health. He was born on August 25, 1936, in Steuben, ME, to Frank and Addella (Savage) Robinson. On December 2, 1957 in Rapid City, SD he married Shirley Alexander; she died May 14, 2017. Surviving are seven daughters; a son; 23 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; three sisters; two brothers. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; three grandchildren; a great grandchild; two brothers and a sister. Daniel served in the US Airforce for four years during the Korean Conflict. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, NASCAR racing, and did Amish Taxi work. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 5:00 pm on Sunday September 10, 6:00 - 8:00 pm on Tuesday September 12, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, September 13, at Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury. Memorials may be given to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; September 8, 2017

Virginia Rose Scheurich, 93, of Kendallville died Friday, August 11, 2017, at 1:50 p.m. in Hickory Creek Nursing Home, Kendallville. She was born May 15, 1924, in Fort Wayne to Arthur and Martha (Klinger) Conrad. On June 5, 1942, in Avilla she married Robert Scheurich. He preceded her in death in March, 2000. Mrs. Scheurich worked at Uniform Printing and Murphy's in Kendallville. She volunteered for many years at the Bargain Shop in Kendallville. She was a member of the Wayne Center United Methodist Church in Kendallville and the Second Time-Around Euchre Club. Virginia enjoyed playing cards, Bingo, and shuffleboard. Surviving are a daughter, Bonnie Kendregan of Kendallville; three sons, Jerry (Lynda) Scheurich of Kissimmee, Florida, Steven (Sue) Scheurich of Kendallville, and David (Carolyn) Scheurich of Kendallville; seven grandchildren, Kevin Kendregan, Eric (Micheline) Ray, Lisa (Mike) Hooser, Jim (Holly) Scheurich, Tim (Lisa) Scheurich, Cory Rachael) Scheurich, and Casey (Gail) Scheurich; 11 great-grandchildren, Savannah Ray, Troy Ray, Megan Hooser, Lindsey Hooser, Ethan Scheurich, Chelsey Scheurich, Courtney Justice, Cody Scheurich, Jared Scheurich, Josh Scheurich, and Abby Scheurich; ; one great-great-granddaughter; two sisters, Helen Battocletti of Amhurst, Ohio, and Judy (Bob) Conrad of Fort Wayne. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Luella Stabler and Alice Egolf; and three brothers, Lloyd Conrad, Russell Conrad, and Donald Conrad. Funeral services will be Tuesday, August 15, 2017, at 2 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 South State Street, Kendallville with Rev. Kenneth Walker of the Wayne Center United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in the Avilla Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Kevin Kendregan, Mike Hooser, Jim Scheurich, Tim Scheurich, Casey Scheurich, and Cory Scheurich. Calling is Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour before the service on Tuesday. Preferred memorials are to the Wayne Center United Methodist Church, the American Cancer Society, or Parkview Noble Hospice.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; August 12, 2017

Sally L. "Stonestreet" Shank, 79 of Huntertown passed away Monday September 18, 2017 at Parkview Regional Hospital Fort Wayne, IN. She was born May 12, 1938 in Angola to Jay and Helen (Sloffer) Stonestreet. Graduated from Huntertown High School in 1956. She married Gerald G. "Bud" Shank on August 4, 1956 in Huntertown he preceded her in death October 12, 2010. She was a homemaker. Member of the Huntertown United Methodist Church. Survivors include 2 Daughters Karyn (Mike) Wolfe of FW and Linda Faylor of FW, 3 sons Lennie (Linda), Kerry (Colleen) Shank of FW and Kevin (Dawn) Shank of Huntertown, Grandchildren 13 Nichole (Trent) Diller of FW, Courtney (John) Arnold of Westfield, Troy (Tory) Shank of LaOtto, Kathryn (Ryan) Teagno of FW, Darcie (Kyle) Herron of Avilla, Elaine (P.J.) Wilson of FW, Anthony Wolfe of FW, Amber (Mike) Faust of Churubusco, Tyler Faylor of Huntertown, Lauren Shank of FW, Isaac Wolfe of FW, Sydney Shank of Huntertown, Cameron Shank of Huntertown and 12 Great Grandchildren and 3 on the way , sister Sandra (Sam) Gaff of LaOtto and 1 brother Tom (Sue) Stonestreet of Churubusco, Preceded in death by a son Anthony Gerald Shank Nov. 22, 1957. Funeral Services will be Saturday 10:00 am September 23, 2017 @ Huntertown United Methodist Church, 16021 Lima Road, Huntertown, IN 46748. Visitation will be Friday from 2-8 at Sheets and Childs, 106 N. Main Street, Churubusco, IN 46723 with one hour calling prior to services on Saturday. Memorials to Huntertown United Methodist Church Food Bank, Children's Autism Center, 10820 Coldwater Road Fort Wayne, IN 46845, Ray of Hope Missions http://www.aplos.com/aws/give/RayofHopeMedicalMissionsInc. Officiating will be Pastor Gabrielle Ginder. Burial will be in Huntertown Cemetery, IN.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; September 22, 2017

Ramona O. Sherbondy, 81, passed away Monday, August 7, 2017 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in New Braunfels, TX. Surviving are her daughters, Delores Lopez of New Braunfels, TX; Sanjuana Nervares of Bowling Green, KY; sons, Martin Galvan and Raul Delgado both of Fort Wayne, IN and several grandchildren. Ramona was preceded in death by her parents Felix and Maria Ortiz, sons Richard Nevares, Gilbert Nevares.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; August 14, 2017

Frederick A. Smith, 82, of Turkey Lake, Hudson died Monday, October 2, 2017, at 2:50 a.m. at Parkview Noble Hospital, Kendallville. He was born May 3, 1935, in Fort Wayne to John and Pearl (Sigafoose) Smith. On September 1, 1951, in Fort Wayne he married Carroll J. Brees. Mr. Smith moved to this area in 1970, coming from Fort Wayne. He worked as a Fort Wayne City Police Officer from October, 1964 until June, 1985 when he retired as Master Sergeant of the Homicide Division. He was a member of the Helmer United Methodist Church and the Fraternal Order of Police. Fred enjoyed fishing, golfing, football, racing with his son, and spending time with his grandchildren. He also loved the time he spent with his church family honoring the Lord. Surviving are his wife, Carroll J. Smith of Turkey Lake, Hudson; three daughters, Vickey (Cecil) Hamer of Hudson, Barbara Germano of Fort Wayne, and Janet (Marc) Stutzman of Hudson; 19 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and a sister, Ann Shroyer of Albion. He was preceded in death by a son, Fred Smith, II, two sisters, and three brothers. Funeral services will be Thursday, October 5, 2017, at 1 p.m. at the Helmer United Methodist Church in Helmer with Pastor Donna Holcomb officiating. Burial will be in Circle Cemetery, Hudson. Calling is Wednesday, October 4, 2017, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Hudson-Ashley Chapel, 612 North Main Street, Hudson and one hour prior to the services at the church on Thursday. Preferred memorials are to the Helmer United Methodist Church or to Cancer Services of Fort Wayne.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; October 2, 2017

Ora Dean Stackhouse, 86, of Pleasant Lake died Saturday, September 2, 2017, in his residence. He was born December 6, 1930, in Corunna to Glen and Hazel (Bordner) Stackhouse. On September 14, 1951, in Ashley he married Rita Marie Helms. Mr. Stackhouse honorably served in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1955. He retired as a milk hauler and then worked for the Steuben County Highway Department. He attended the Pleasant Lake Baptist Church and was a member of the Odd Fellows in Angola, Orland American Legion Post 423, Kendallville VFW Post 2749, the Steuben Antique Power Association, Northeast Indiana Steam and Gas Association of LaGrange, and had served as a volunteer for the Pleasant Lake Fire Department. Ora enjoyed tinkering on engines of any kind, especially Maytag hit-and-miss engines. He also enjoyed his Farmall tractor, driving his golf cart around town, and watching IU versus Purdue basketball. He loved when friends came into the garage and talked in his man cave where he had his own television and refrigerator. Keeping his mind sharp with word puzzles, he also loved to tell stories and jokes, especially the "pull my finger" joke, and he dearly loved his grandchildren. Surviving are his wife, Rita Stackhouse of Pleasant Lake; four daughters, Deborah (Ira) Leslie of Ashley, Arvilla Stackhouse of Ashley, Angela D. (Eric) Sauter of Angola, and Rachael (Ken) Collins of Valparaiso; 12 Grandchildren, Doug, Travis, Courtney, Gary Jr, Arrita, Michael, Brittney, Payne, Hannah, Ashley, Nicole, and Garrett; 27 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; and a brother, Bill (Gloria) Stackhouse of Angola. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Jessica Bogert; a son, Doug Stackhouse, Sr.; three sisters, Gladys, Lois, and Ruth; and eight brothers, Allen, Raymond, Paul, Robert, Albert, John, Dallas, and Ralph. Funeral services will be Friday, September 8, 2017, at 11 a.m. at the Pleasant Lake Baptist Church with Rev. George Foulk and Rev. Lynn Eicher officiating. Burial will be in Fairfield Cemetery with honor guard services by American Legion Post 423. Calling is Thursday, September 7, 2017, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the church and one hour prior to the services on Friday. Preferred memorials are to the Pleasant Lake Fire Department.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; September 3, 2017

Ernest Allen Stahl, 69, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2017 after battling pancreatic cancer. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN, on March 7, 1948. He enjoyed competition shooting, fishing, spending time outdoors, and traveling out West. He was a Vietnam Veteran serving in the Army. Surviving are his spouse of 45 years, Linda Stahl; mother, Margaret Ann Stahl; sons, Kevin (LeAnne) Stahl, Jeffrey (Leslie) Stahl, David (Kelly) Stahl; grandsons, Lucas and Jacob Stahl; brother, Carl Stahl; sisters, Janet (Dean) Fager, and, Judy (Mark) Walker; and his beloved dog, Max. Ernest was preceded in death by his father, Edwin Eugene Stahl. Funeral service is 2:00 pm, September 30, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with Rev. Dr. Dean Fager officiating and calling 1 hour prior. Visitation will also be at the funeral home Friday, September 29, 2017, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Burial in Concordia Cemetery Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 27, 2017

Dixie M. Stouder, 83, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2017 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Dixie worked with Seyferts and most recently with Plastics Composites Co. where she retired. She was a member of Community of Christ Church, and an active volunteer at Parkview Randallia. Surviving are her son, Jeff Laymon of Jacksonville, FL; step-son, David (Brenda) Stouder of Columbia City; step-daughter, Susan (Mike) Frantz of Columbia City, IN; special friends, Ed and Diana Demarco of Fort Wayne; 11 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandson; and son-in-law, Rick Rutledge. Dixie was preceded in death by her husband, Darwin Stouder; parents, Ned and Laura Mae Tarney; son, Jason Laymon; daughter, Lisa Rutledge; 1 great-grandson and her brother, Nedrick Tarney. Service is 3:00 pm, Saturday, August 26, 2017 at Community of Christ Church, 3223 Hobson Rd with calling 2 hours prior beginning at 1:00 pm. Memorials may be made to the Community of Christ Church.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; August 14, 2017

Kenneth E. Stout, 68, passed away Friday, September 22, 2017 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Kenneth graduated from South Side HS in 1966. He worked as a Truck Driver and Security officer with Several local companies before retiring. He was a member of Three Rivers Baptist Church, and the Fort Wayne Community Fishing Club. Kenneth enjoyed the outdoors and loved to hunt, camp, ice fish, trap turtles, and also enjoyed grilling. Surviving are his loving wife, Leola Stout of Fort Wayne, IN; children, Matthew Stout of Payne, OH; NiKole Burton of Fort Wayne, IN; brothers, Charles (Pam) Stout of Noblesville, IN; John (Linda) Stout of TN; sisters, Marsha (Max) Doctor of Hoagland, IN; Cindy Zook, Debbie Collie of Butler, IN; 3 grandchildren, Cody, Rachel and Zachary . Kenneth was preceded in death by father, Ervin Stout, mother, Jeanette Mast, and a son, Andrew "Opie" Stout. Service is 11:00 am, Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at- D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling one hour prior, Pastor Doug Jackson officiating. Calling Tuesday, September 26, 2017, from 5- 8 pm at the funeral home. Burial in Prairie Grove Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the family in care of Leola Stout.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 25, 2017

Kenneth Jay Stutzman, 74, of Middlebury, died at 11:08 am on Friday, August 18, at his residence. His death was unexpected and was due to natural causes. He was born on May 22, 1943 in Elkhart County to Harry, Sr. and Ida (Miller) Stutzman. On April 2, 1964 in LaGrange County he married Erma P. Miller, she survives. Survivors in addition to his wife are four daughters, Elaine Kay (John) Yutzy, Leona "Jean" (Marion) Yutzy, Doris Ann (John) Troyer, Regina Rose (Brent) Miller all of Middlebury; three sons, Joe Devon (LaVera) Stutzman of Middlebury, Dean Jay (Linda) Stutzman of Shipshewana, James Arlin (Waneta) Stutzman of LaGrange; 17 grandchildren; a great grandson; three sisters, Mary Bontrager, Barbara (Lavern) Miller, Esther (Mark) Bender all of Middlebury; five brothers, Joe (Ruth Ann) Stutzman, Howard (Lena) Stutzman both of Middlebury, Harry (Velda) Stutzman Jr. of Shipshewana, David (Ida) Stutzman, Jerry (Lori) Stutzman both of Middlebury. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Martha Miller; two granddaughters, Michele Renae Stutzman and Jenna Elaine Yutzy; two brothers-in-law, David Bender and Eli Bontrager. Kenneth was a farmer, auctioneer and began his Tour Business in 1985, Buggy Lane Tours in 1997, which he still was operating and founded Boardwalk Gospel Music. His love for Christ and people was evident in his daily life. He was a member of Townline Mennonite Church. Visitation will be from 1:00 - 8:00 pm on Sunday, August 20, and 1:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 pm on Monday, August 21, at Townline Mennonite Church, 2165 S. 1000 W. Shipshewana. There also will be one hour of visitation prior to the 10:00 am funeral service on Tuesday, August 22, at Fairhaven Mennonite Church, Goshen. Services will be conducted by Pastors Dean Yoder and Amos Raber, Jr. and Evangelist Nelson Coblentz. Burial will be in Miller-Glick-Stutzman Cemetery, Middlebury. Memorials may be made out to the Townline Mennonite Church to be given to the Orphanage Project in Belize, where Kenneth was planning a mission later this year.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; August 19, 2017

Li-Chuan Tang, 51, a resident of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on August 30, 2017 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born on May 28, 1966 in Taiwan Republic of China. The youngest daughter of Cheng-Ping Tang and Sui-Li Tang Chang. She immigrated to the United States in 2004. While in Taiwan she studied design. She was a CNA at Kingston Care in Fort Wayne for the last two years. She loved her two boys and had a desire to learn. She had a great passion to help people. She was also a member of the Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Li-Chuan is survived by two sons, Isaiah Tsai and Jerimiah Tsai; her parents, Cheang-Ping Tang and Sui-Li Tang Chang; two sisters, Li-Mei Tang and Kuei-Mei (Dennis) Wenholz; a brother, Wei-Ta (Hui-Lien) Tang. Visiting hours will take place at Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church on Sunday, September 3, 2017 from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. Services will begin at 3:00 PM, at Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church on September 3, 2017, with Pastors Bill Mueller and Alex Duff. Burial will follow at the Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran School Tuition Assistance Fund.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; September 1, 2017

Mary Ann Ternet, 90, of Monroeville, Indiana passed away Thursday, August 24, 2017 at Parkview Hospital - Randallia in Fort Wayne. She was born on Sunday, February 27, 1927 in Allen County, Indiana the daughter of the late Frederick Bellis and the late Marguerite (Zirkelbach) Bellis. She was married to Vondale Ternet and he preceded her in death. Mary Ann was a lifelong farmer in the Monroeville area. Mary Ann liked to play Yahtzee with her sister and do puzzles. She also looked forward to her Sunday breakfast and car ride with her caregiver and special nephew, Dan Lahrman. She loved watching her special country programs on T.V. and old western shows on Saturday nights. Mary Ann enjoyed the last few years living with her caregiver and nephew, Dan. Survivors include her brother, Erwin Bellis of Edgerton, IN; sister, Kate Lothamer of Monroeville, IN; sister, Dee Clevenger of Edgerton, IN; and nephews & nieces also. She was preceded in death by several siblings. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, August 28, 2017 at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel in Monroeville with Rev. Ralph Klinker officiating. Interment will follow in the St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery in New Haven. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. until the time of the service on Monday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; August 24, 2017

May 29, 1922 -- September 29, 2017
Irma Troyer, 95, of Shipshewana, died at 4:25 pm on Friday, September 29, at her residence. She was born on May 29, 1922, in Shipshewana to Levi C. and Fannie A. (Beechy) Yoder. On March 31, 1942, in Shipshewana she married Howard H. Troyer, he died September 25, 2003. Surviving are five daughters, Bonnie Jean (Harvey, Jr.) Stutzman of Shipshewana, Winona (Willard) Miller of Middlebury, Dora (Clarence) Wingard of Middlebury, Carolyn (Amos H.) Yoder of Shipshewana, Linda Miller of Middlebury; six sons, Harry Jay (Mary Ellen) Troyer of Shipshewana, Dale (Betty) Troyer of Nappanee, Devon (Rosetta) Troyer of Nappanee, Dennis (Dorothy) Troyer of Nappanee, Ernie A. (Loretta) Troyer of Shipshewana, Paul (Karen) Troyer of Shipshewana; 70 grandchildren, 262 great grandchildren, 18 great great grandchildren; two sisters, Edna Miller of Centreville, MI and Mary Gingerich of Goshen. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two sister, Martha Troyer and Barbara Mullet; five brothers, Alvin Yoder, Perry Yoder, Aaron Yoder, Levi Yoder and William Yoder; eight great grandchildren. Irma was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church. Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Saturday, September 30, and all day Sunday, October 1, at the family's residence, 2125 North 1100 West Shipshewana. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Monday, October 2, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Glen Miller and the home ministers. Burial will be in Naylor Cemetery, Shipshewana. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; September 29, 2017

Alice Marie Trumbull, 90, of Fremont and formerly of Albion went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, September 17, 2017, at 7:32 p.m. in Northern Lakes Nursing Home in Angola. She was born August 25, 1927 in Burr Oak to David and Flavia (Albert) Tucker. On September 4, 1948 she married Carl Trumbull. He preceded her in death October, 2003. Alice was a homemaker and a lifetime Noble County resident. She was a member of Independent Full Gospel Church in Ashley. Surviving are a daughter, Sharon Rose Back of Fremont; adopted daughter, Laura Cusick of Waterloo and her family; a grandson, Bradley Weimer; a sister, Deloris Parsley of Stearns, Kentucky; a sister-in-law, Mable (Ralph) Creech of Auburn; and her church family. She was also preceded in death by her parents; a son-in-law, Fred Back; five sisters, Bessie Tucker, Mildred Grogg, Phyllis Brumbaugh, Rosella Tucker, and Mary Johnson; and three brothers, David Tucker, Woodward Tucker, and George Tucker. Funeral services will be Friday, September 22, 2017, at 11 a.m. in Independent Full Gospel Church, 1302 S. Gonser Ave., Ashley, with Pastor Sam Weimer officiating. Burial will be in Christian Chapel Cemetery, Merriam. Calling is Thursday, September 21, 2017, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the church and one hour prior to services on Friday. Preferred memorials are to the family.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; September 19, 2017

November 23, 1986 -- October 8, 2017
Christopher Allen VanHoozer, 30, of Middlebury, died at 5:45 pm, on Sunday, October 8, in Middlebury. He was born on November 23, 1986, in Goshen, to Lorraine (Mullis) Miller. Surviving along with his mother Lorraine (Dale) Miller of Middlebury, is a daughter, Bayleigh Lorraine VanHoozer and a son, Kohbey Lowell VanHoozer both of Staunton, VA; three brothers, Danny Ray VanHoozer of Milford, Cory Wade of Tucson, AZ, Rob Wade of Elkhart; one niece, three nephews; grandparents, Nina & Barry Weldy of Shipshewana. Christopher had worked in area woodworking shops including the mill room at Jayco. He was a quiet person with a heart of gold. He loved his children, brothers and friends and enjoyed campfires. Visitation will be from 2:00 - 4:00 pm on Saturday October 14, followed by a 4:00 pm memorial service at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury. Memorials may be given to Miller-Stewart Funeral Home to assist with expenses.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; October 9, 2017

Cynthia "Cande" Vaughn, 64, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2017. Born in Winchester, Indiana, Cande was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Ellen Thomas. Cande earned her bachelors degree in human resources from Harrison College. She was the owner of Hartford City Medical Transportation for many years. Cande loved making beautiful crochet items. Her greatest joy in life was the adoption of her two boys, Jayce and Jonathan. Surviving are her step-mother, Patricia Thomas; sons, Jayce and Jonathan Vaughn; brother, Mike Flannagan; sister, Vicki Kutchenmiester; half brother, Charles Thomas; step-siblings, Steve and Tina Keihn, Mary (John) Capone, Tamara (Bill) Bonshire, Cindy (Martin) Barnhart; caregiver and friend, Linda (Kedric) Hanni of Bluffton, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Service is 2:00 pm, Thursday, September 28, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road with calling one hour prior. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the family.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; September 24, 2017

Paul Jude Venderley, 77, of Rome City died Saturday, August 12, 2017, in his residence. He was born November 14, 1939, in Fort Wayne to Paul and Joan (Bobay) Venderley. On June 13, 1993, in Las Vegas, Nevada, he married Theresa L. Neuhaus. She survives at Rome City. Mr. Venderley honorably served in the U.S. Army. He retired from the Fort Wayne City Police Department after 32 years of service. He was a member of St. Gaspar Catholic Church in Rome City. Paul loved being outdoors whether he was hunting, sitting in the woods, or just enjoying the lake. Also surviving are three daughters, Tracy Venderley of Virginia, Marcy (Paul) Venderley-Schwarz of Florida, and Sedona (Kyle) Maresh of Milford; six sons, Brent Venderley of Florida, Joshua Venderley of Angola, Kit (Haley) Venderley of Seymour, Jay (Ashley) Wetzel of Fort Wayne, Justin (Janielle) Shearer of Fort Wayne, and Jacob (Kristi) Shearer of Millersburg; nine grandchildren, Leah Shearer, Keona Shearer, Abby Shearer, Caleb Shearer, Zach Shearer, Jazzlyn Venderley, Tenor Venderley, Landon Schwarz, and Adalynn Wetzel; a sister, Teresa Gallmeyer of Fort Wayne; and four brothers, Dave (Carol) Venderley of Fort Wayne, Phil (Kathy) Venderley of Fort Wayne, Pete (Pam) Venderley of Fort Wayne, and Mark (Cindy) Venderley of Fort Wayne. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Joan Venderley; and two grandchildren, Elliona Shearer and Teegan Wetzel. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, August 17, 2017, at 11 a.m. in St. Gaspar Catholic Cemetery, Rome City with Father Bernard Ramenaden officiating. Burial will be in St. Gaspar Catholic Cemetery. Calling is Wednesday, August 16, 2017, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Young Family Funeral Home, Wolcottville Chapel, State Road 9 North, Wolcottville and one hour prior to the services at the church on Thursday.
Young Family Funeral Home, Noble County, Indiana; August 12, 2017

Joseph L. Wagner, 73, of Monroeville, IN passed away Friday, August 18, 2017, at 1:20pm at Parkview Supportive Care on Randallia in Fort Wayne, following a brief illness. He was born on Tuesday, September 28, 1943, in Allen County the son of the late Walter Wagner and the late Mary (Ryan) Wagner. He married Judy Marquardt on December 28, 1963, in Monroeville. Joe retired in 2006, after 25 years of service as a welder at Strick Corporation in Monroe. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion Post #420 Monroeville, and was a graduate of Monroeville High School Class of 1962. Survivors include his wife, Judy R. Wagner of Monroeville, IN; daughter, Jeanette Pierce of Monroeville, IN; son, Jeffrey (Lori) Wagner of Monroeville, IN; daughter, Janel (Dave) Voirol of Monroeville, IN; 4 grandchildren: Nicole (Joseph) Pickering, James S. Pierce Jr., Catherine Voirol, and Jonathan Wagner; 3 step grandchildren: Ashleigh (Doug) Kayser, Abby Gerardot, Alisha (Noah) Bontrager; 3 great grandchildren: Samuel Mihm, Levi Pickering and Nathaniel Pickering; 3 step great grandchildren: Sophia, Adeline and Nolan Kayser; sister, Delores "Babe" Richman of Hoagland, IN; sister, Judy (Tom) Rothgeb of Monroeville , IN; sister, Mary Jo Wagner of New Haven, IN; and numerous nieces and nephews. Joseph was preceded in death by one brother; Stanley "Sonny" Wagner and 2 sisters; Helen Johnston and Julie Schwartz. Joe's request was to be cremated and no funeral service. However, family and friends will be received from 4-8 p.m., Tuesday, August 22, in the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Monroeville. Preferred memorials are to: Parkview Hospice, Monroeville EMS or Monroeville Volunteer Fire Dept.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana; August 19, 2017

Surrounded by her family, Sharon Rose Walden (Gra), entered eternal life on Friday, October 6, 2017. Her spirit is carried on by her husband of 53 years, Ronald B. Walden, her three children Scott (Shelly) Walden, Gregory Walden, Michelle (Anthony) David; her grandchildren Ashley, Zachary, Alexa and Xavier Walden; Joel, Anthony, Nathaniel and Rylan David. Brothers Robert (Georgeann) Minnick, Richard Minnick, nieces and nephew and an extended family of friends who all loved her dearly. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter Kennedy Aerin Walden, her parents Theodore J. Jr. and Magdalena A. (Vorich) Minnick, sister Rosemarie Recht and brother Theorodore L. Minnick. Sharon was a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, IN and graduate of Central Catholic HS. For the most recent 25 years, Sharon and Ron have shared a beautiful life together in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Sharon was an entrepreneur and the foundation from which the family owned business was built on. She loved so many things in life, but none more than her family. She was beautiful inside and out, she was kind, intelligent, steadfast in her beliefs and above all compassionate; she was and is the heart and soul of the Walden family. Gra, simply put, was perfect. She will be incredibly missed by those she so selflessly devoted herself to, and will remain eternally in our minds and in our hearts. Until we are reunited again, we love you unfathomably Gra. Blessed is she who has believed that the lord would fulfill his promises to her! Luke 1:45. Mass of Christian Burial is Monday, October 16, 2017 at 11:30 am, in St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 1502 E. Wallen Rd. with Father Jonathan Norton officiating. Calling one hour prior to the Mass. Burial in Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 10, 2017

Maribel J. Wegmann, age 91, of Butler passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at Laurel's of DeKalb in Butler. She was born in Allen County on June 17, 1926 to Chester and Clara (Jude) Gustin. She was a 1944 graduate of Harlan High School. She married Roland Wegmann on July 15, 1950 in Woodburn. He preceded her in death on August 4, 2012. Mrs. Wegmann worked at Sheller Globe in Grabill and Rexall Pharmacy in Butler retiring in 1992. She was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Auburn. Maribel was an avid reader and enjoyed baking. She volunteered at DeKalb Memorial Hospital for several years and she also volunteered for several years at the DeKalb County Fair parking cars. Survivors include: Son and daughter-in-law; Dale and Claire Wegmann of Denver, Colorado. Son and daughter-in-law; Keith and Terri Wegmann of Vancouver, Washington. Son; Kent Wegmann of St. Paul, Minnesota. Son; Dennis Wegmann of Fort Wayne. Daughter and son-in-law; Patricia and Johnny Hickman of Ashley. Nine grandchildren; Angela Eck, Cynthia Brecks, Jennifer Gabb, Matthew Wegmann, Nathan Wegmann, Cecily Wegmann, Elizabeth Wegmann, Maddie Wegmann and Brittany Wegmann. Five great grandchildren. Brother; Phil Gustin of Arizona. Sister; Naomi Snyder of Harlan. Sister; Norma Messman of Woodburn. Sister; Carol Miller of Woodburn. Sister; Judy Emenhiser of Woodburn. Sister; Jane Yoder of Woodburn. Brother-in-law and his wife; Lynn and Elizabeth Wegmann of Woodburn. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; Roland, brother; Mark Gustin and two sisters; Helen Zuber and Eleanor Gustin. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 13, 2017 from 3:00 to 7:00 PM at the Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 South Center Street in Auburn. Visitation will also be held on Saturday one hour prior to the funeral at the church from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at the church. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, October 14, 2017 at 10:30 AM at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 1801 Main Street in Auburn. Burial will take place at the South Scipio Cemetery in Harlan.
Feller & Clark Funeral Home, DeKalb County, Indiana; October 11, 2017

Frank B. Wiedman, 88, passed away Monday, October 9, 2017 at Genesis Healthcare in New Haven. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, to the late Benjamin B and Emily B Wiedman. Frank graduated from Central HS and was a Korean War Navy Veteran. He was a Letter Carrier with U.S. Postal Service for 22 years, retiring in 1989. His memberships included, Hope United Methodist Church, Community Harvest Food Bank. Senior Pack Methodist Men, and the American Legion Post of New Haven, IN. Frank was an avid IU fan, enjoyed woodworking and had a lifetime passion collecting HO electronic trains. Surviving are his wife, of 66 years, Marilyn Louise Vanhorn Wiedman of Fort Wayne, IN; children, Dr. Lawrence A. (Katie) Wiedman of Huntington, IN; Bradley K. (Teresa) Wiedman of Kendallville, IN; Suzanne K. (Barry) Dibble of Fort Wayne, IN; Theresa J. (Richard) Fischer of Easton, PA; brother, Charles R. (Ann) Wiedman of Antwerp, OH; 12 grandchildren & 21 great grandchildren . Frank was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Ralph E. and sister, Doris L. Nieb. Service is 1:30 pm Thursday October 12, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling one hour prior, Pastor Tammy Lugar officiating.. Calling also from 2-4 and 6-8 pm Wednesday October 11, 2017 at the funeral home. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Honor Flight.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 9, 2017

B. Joan "Jo" Wildermuth, 89, passed away Friday, September 29, 2017 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Jo was a graduate of North Side High School in 1946. She worked as a receptionist with Lincoln Life Insurance for 7 years, Lutheran Hospital for 17 years, and most recently at Trinity English Lutheran Church. She was an active member at Trinity English Lutheran Church where she was involved with the Dorcas Circle and the Church Chancel Choir. Jo was a former member of the Lutheran Choral Society. Surviving are her sons, Mark (Mary Leigh) Wildermuth of Mt. Vernon, OH, and Matt (Marjorie) Wildermuth of Naperville, IL; daughter, Kathy Wildermuth of Fort Wayne; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Lou Fagan of Bloomington, IN; and many nieces and nephews. Jo was preceded in death by husband, Robert Wildermuth; daughter, Julie Wildermuth-Baker; parents, J. Marion and Dollie Walborn; brother, John Walborn; and sisters, Vivian Regedanz, Sue Merz, and Mary Habig. Service is 1:30 pm, Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at Trinity English Lutheran Church, 450 West Washington St with calling two hours prior beginning at 11:30 am. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the Trinity English Lutheran Church Music Fund.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 2, 2017

Dr. Charles A. Wilson, SCB, 79, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2017 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Bronx, NY, Charles completed his undergraduate work at Long Island University and later earned his Doctorate from the London School of Business. His early experience as a management consultant led him to relocate the family to Fort Wayne, where he owned and operated several small businesses. He retired in 2004 as CEO of Connor Corporation. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Hall Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, Knights of Malta, and the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre. He was a good friend, loving husband and father, known for his good sense of humor. In addition to his own children he was a strong father figure to extended family and close friends. A true son of Ireland, he reveled in an eponymous cocktail and a good story told in his finest Gaelic brogue. Surviving are his wife, Ann Marie Wilson of Fort Wayne; son, Charles (Mary) Wilson of Towson, MD; son, James Wilson of Fort Wayne; daughter, Bernadette Wilson of Indianapolis, IN; daughter, Anne Marie Wilson of Fort Wayne; son, Michael (Banu) Wilson of Charlotte, NC; son, Timothy Wilson of Carmel, IN; 6 grandchildren; sisters, Mary Erna Hall of Weeki Wachee, FL, Anne Marie (Joseph) Nappo of Sloatsburg, NY, and Elizabeth Covert of NY. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Anne Wilson; 2 sisters; and 1 brother. Mass of Christian Burial is 11:30 am, Friday, October 13, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church with calling one hour prior. Calling also at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Rd on Thursday, October 12, 2017 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm with a Rosary service at 3:30 pm. Memorials may be made to the Christ Child Society of Fort Wayne.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 9, 2017

Aubrey M. Williams, 86, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, October 6, 2017. Born in Boaz, Alabama, Aubrey was the son of the late Andrew and Elizabeth Williams. Aubrey was a welder and mechanic for International Harvester, American Hoist, Truck Transport Equipment and Lincoln Way International until his retirement. In his youth, Aubrey enjoyed camping, fishing, riding motorcycles, playing horseshoes, building anything out of metal, and being in his garage restoring cars and tinkering. Aubrey was an avid animal lover, including the many dogs he had over the years. He loved his family and cherished all his grandchildren. Surviving are his children, Terry Hettinger of Fort Wayne, Karen "Jan" Miller of Avilla, Lisa (Mark) Hettinger, Robert (Jaime) Scribner both of Fort Wayne;10 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Hubert (Mary) Williams of Columbia City, Mary Brown of FL, and his dog, Sparky. Aubrey was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Vernell Williams; daughter, Sheila Spillers; nine siblings; son-in-laws, Gary Hettinger, and Lonnie Miller. Service is 11:00 am, Friday, October 13, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road with calling one hour prior, Pastor Lane Burgland officiating. Calling at the funeral home Thursday, October 12, 2017, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the City of Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control. "The man who dies with the most toys, wins."
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 8, 2017

William O. "Bill" Wright, 77, passed away Thursday, October 5, 2017. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Bill was the son of the late Evan Wright and Mildred Russell. Bill graduated from North Side High School class of 1959. He worked with Tokheim Corp. for 41 years, prior to his retirement. Bill had a hilarious yet corny personality. He loved talking and joking with others on a daily basis. He was a member of the UAW 1539. Surviving are his children, Timothy Wright, Thomas (Pat) Wright, Randy Wright all of Fort Wayne, Bob (Christy) Wright of New Haven, Ed (Tammie) Wright of Angola; grandchildren, Katelynn (Derek) Smith, Taelar (Austin) Clark, Blake (Mindy Loshe) Wright, Andrew Wright, Allison Wright, Nicholas Wright; four great-grandchildren with one on the way; siblings, Nellie Ramer of Fort Wayne, and Carol Bullock of Churubusco. Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Janet Wright; daughter, Bethann Wright; siblings, Evan Wright, Phillip Palmer, Eva Mueller; and grandson, Adam Edward Wright. Service is 11:00 am, Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling one hour prior. Calling at the funeral home Monday, October 9, 2017, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Diabetes Association. As Bill would say, "Hey, did you hear the one."
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 7, 2017

February 4, 1938 -- August 11, 2017
Alton Yoder, 79, of Goshen, died at 4:25 pm on Friday, August 11 at his residence after a short battle with cancer and Myelodysplastic Syndrome. He was born on February 4, 1938 near Shipshewana, son of Noah J. and Mattie J. (Yoder) Yoder. On May 21, 1961 in Nappanee, he married his best friend, Dorothy Mae Mullet; she survives. Survivors in addition to his wife are daughter, Doreen (Lynn) Hershberger of Middlebury; two sons, Arlin (Rhonda) Yoder of Middlebury, Tony (Carole) Yoder of Graham, NC; nine grandchildren: Kristin (Greg) Yoder, Stephanie Hershberger, Heidi (Joshua) Holman, Eric Hershberger, Joshua Yoder, Jonathon Yoder, Jason Yoder, Darin Yoder, Alice Yoder; two great-grandchildren: Braxton and Natalie Yoder; four sisters, Susan (Levi) Lambright, Katie (Monroe) Yoder, Dorothy (Isaac) Borkholder, Edna (Alva) Miller; three brothers, Menno (Alice) Yoder, Daniel (Viola) Yoder, Amzie (Mae) Yoder; sister-in-law, Louise Yoder. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Emma Yoder; and two brothers, Ervin and LeRoy Yoder. Alton worked at Honeyville Metal, Starcraft RV, and Miller's Building Supply. He enjoyed spending the winters in Sarasota, FL. He was a member of Gideons International. Alton loved his family and enjoyed golfing, biking, bocce ball, and woodworking. Alton accepted Jesus as Lord of his life at the age of 18 and has been a member of Townline Mennonite Church for 61 years. Visitation will be from 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 pm Tuesday, August 15 at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main Street Middlebury, and one hour prior to the 10:00 am funeral service on Wednesday, August 16 at Townline Mennonite Church, Shipshewana. Services will be conducted by Pastors Dean Yoder and James Yoder. Burial will be in Townline Cemetery, Shipshewana. Memorials may be given to The Gideons or World Missionary Press.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; August 12, 2017

September 17, 1983 -- August 24, 2017
Mahala K. Yoder, 33, of Shipshewana died at 10:06 am on Thursday, August 24, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne from injuries sustained in a bicycle/auto accident on State Road 5 in Shipshewana earlier that day. She was born on September 17, 1983 in Hazleton, IA, to Aaron A. and Katherine (Troyer) Borntreger. On June 18, 2009 in Bethany, MO she married Marvin N. Yoder, he survives. Survivors in addition to her husband are her parents in Welch, OK; six sisters, Mary (Reuben) Miller of Harwood, MO, Kathryn (Kenneth Lee) Yoder of Welch, OK, Martha (Daniel) Yoder of Princeton, MO, Fannie (Jonathan) Miller, Barbara Borntreger and Rebecca Borntreger all of Welch, OK; four brothers, Edward (Mary) Borntreger of Bethany, MO, John (Ada) Borntreger of Princeton, MO, Abraham (Emma) Borntreger of Garnett, KS, Andrew (Katie) Borntreger of Princeton, MO. She was preceded in death by her sister, Laura Borntreger and a brother, Aaron K. Borntreger, Jr. Mahala was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church. Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Friday, August 25, all day Saturday, August 26, at the Leonard Schwartz residence, 8195 West State Road 120 Shipshewana. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Sunday, August 27, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Levi E. Miller and the home ministers. Burial will be in Lehman Cemetery, Shipshewana.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; August 25, 2017

September 2, 2017
Infant Maria LuAnn Yoder, stillborn daughter of Leon Ray and Susan Kay (Yoder) Yoder, of Middlebury, was delivered at 10:44 am on Saturday, September 2, at Goshen Hospital. Surviving in addition to her parents are two sisters, Krista Jean Yoder, Lisa Danae Yoder; brother, Jason Lee Yoder all at home; grandfather, Lloyd Yoder of Middlebury; grandparents, Melvin and Vera Yoder of Middlebury. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, LuElla Yoder. The family will hold graveside services at Miller Cemetery, Goshen. Services will be conducted by Bishop James Miller and the home ministers of the Old Order Amish Church. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury is in charge of arrangements.
Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Elkhart County, Indiana; September 3, 2017

Paul L. Yoquelet, 85, passed away Thursday, October 5, 2017 quietly at his home with family by his side in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Paul worked as a director/treasurer with Cellular 2000 Telephone Company for 15 years and was the owner of Yoquelet's Tavern. He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church, Paul was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing cards. Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Victoria Yoquelet of Fort Wayne; son, Michael Paul Yoquelet of Raleigh, NC; daughters, Karen Ann (Doug) Miller of Fort Wayne and Susan Marie (Jim) Hanke of Rapid River, MI; sister, Virginia Cox of Calera, AL; and grandchildren, Kristopher Miller, Craig, Erin & Kelsey Yoquelet of NC; and Amy (Shawn ) Conklin. Paul was preceded in death by father, Andrew Yoquelet; mother, Norma Yoquelet; brothers, Larry Yoquelet and Byron Yoquelet; and sister, Marilyn Dafforn. Service is 11:00 am, Saturday, October 21, 2017 at - D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road with Fr. Anthony Steinacker officiating with an hour of calling prior to the service. Calling at - D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, Friday, October 20, 2017, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne at a later date. Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Catholic Church or Turnstone Center for children and adults with disabilities.
D.O. McComb & Sons, Allen County, Indiana; October 6, 2017

Ruth Anna Young, 91, of Green Center, passed away on August 25, 2017 in Columbia City. She was born on August 6, 1926 in Green Township, Noble County, daughter of Nelson and Wildah (Zumbrun) Brown she spent her formative years in Green Center. Ruth Anna was married on September 15, 1946 to Lloyd T. Young. The couple stayed in Green Township where they raised their two children. She worked as a county auditor and retired from Farm Credit Services in 1991. She was a lifetime member of the Blue River Church of the Brethren. She was also a long time Noble County 4 - H Leader. Ruth Anna is survived by two sisters, Mary Ester Mills and Hazel Truelove; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Lloyd; her son, John Young; and her daughter, Carol Young. Visiting hours will take place at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 29, 2017 from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Services will begin at 11:00 AM, at Blue River Church of the Brethren on Wednesday, August 30, 2017. Burial will follow at Christian Chapel Cemetery, Merriam. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Green Center Community Building or the Blue River Church of the Brethren.
Sheets & Childs Funeral Home, Whitley County, Indiana; August 26, 2017