GLADYS PAULINE (JENKINS) AGLER, 99, of Kalamazoo, formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2006 in Kalamazoo, Mich. She was born in Van Wert County, Ohio, on November 8, 1906. She was a 1925 graduate of Van Wert High School, where she met and later married Leland L. "Rosie" Agler, to whom she was married for 63 years. She had a lifelong love of music and played both the piano and organ. In addition to being a housewife and mother, Gladys worked as a bookkeeper at various companies throughout her life most recently the Home Loan and Savings and the Allen County Treasurer's Office in Fort Wayne. She retired in 1968. The Aglers were members of Simpson United Methodist Church. She was also a lifetime member of Alpha Delta Omega National Sorority, Theta Chapter in Fort Wayne. After her husband's death in 1990, Mrs. Agler moved to Kalamazoo, Mich. Surviving are her daughter, Marcia A. Parks of Kalamazoo, Mich; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leland, a son, Roger L. Agler of Adrian, Mich. and daughter, Kathryn Joan Preston of Kalamazoo. Service is 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Kalamazoo, Mich. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the chapel. Private entombment will be held in Highland Park Memorial Cemetery in Fort Wayne at a later date. Memorials may be sent to The National Arthritis Foundation. www.langeland.com.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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ALTMAN, JULIA M. HOPKINS: Service is 1 p.m. today, June 11, 2006, at DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester Chapel, with calling one hour prior.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/3/2006 - 6/11/2006.
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PATRICIA ANDREWS, 76, of Decatur, died Monday, June 5, 2006. Arrangements by Haggard & Sefton Funeral Home.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
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LOIS J. ARMSTRONG, 79, of Auburn, died Sunday, June 4, 2006, at Betz Nursing Home, Auburn. Born May 19, 1927, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Hazel E. (Bireley) Saylor. She was a Real Estate Agent and owned and operated Dekalb Reality for 27 years. She married George S. Armstrong Sr. on Sept. 1, 1948, in Waterloo; he died on Oct. 12, 2000. Surviving are her three sons, Tom (Marsha) Armstrong, George (Nan) Armstrong and John (Brenda Patterson) Armstrong, all of Auburn; one daughter, Linda (Dave) Winebren-ner of Auburn; one sister, Dee Groff of Auburn; 10 grandchildren, Scott (Valerie) Armstrong, Marc (Krista) Armstrong, Brent (Sonja) Winebrenner, Eric Winebrenner, Sara (Josh) Snyder, Ben (Kim) Armstrong, Josh Armstrong, Kirk Armstrong, Jamie Armstrong and Jessica Armstrong; and six great-grandchildren, Landon Armstrong, Josef, Gavin and Paige Winebrenner and Trevor and Natalie Armstrong. She was also preceded in death by brother, Don Saylor. Private family service. No calling. Memorials to Children First Center, Auburn. Arrangements by Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 South Center, Auburn.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
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Mrs. Clara M. Baker, 46, of North Manchester, died at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Wabash hospital after an illness of a week. A life resident of North Manchester, she was a member of the Evangelical Untied Brethren church. Her husband, Sherman, survives as well as two sons, Arthur R., of Peru, and Eugene, at home; a daughter, Mrs. Leslie Hammonds, of North Manchester; two brothers, Leslie and Roy Moser, both of Fort Wayne; three sisters, Mrs. Melvyn Casey, Kent, O., Mrs. J. R. Shaffer, Bippus, and Mrs. John Hathaway, Fort Wayne, and six grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.. Saturday in the Evangelical United Brethren church, at North Manchester, wife Rev. R. P. Wilson officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill cemetery.
Warsaw Daily Times, Kosciusko County, Indiana; Friday, July 16, 1948
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Nolan J. Becraft, 85 died Monday, November 14, 2016. He was born September 20, 1931 in Ft. Wayne, IN to the late Walter and Cecelia Becraft. Nolan worked for the Ft. Wayne State Developmental Center for 20 years. He was an Army Veteran of the Korean War. Surviving is his daughter, Marla A. (Ed) Rollins, brother, Richard V. Becraft, 2 grandchildren, Ben (Lisa Marie) Rollins and Sheila (Troy) Lockwood and 7 great-grandchildren, Chris, Ben, Randy, Kelsi, Keeton, Brooke-Destinee, Haiden. He was preceded in death by his wife Pansy Becraft, a grandson, David Rollins and 10 siblings, Stella, Ruth, Jack, Donald, Wayne, Robert, Pershing, Paul, and Thomas. Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Friday November 18, 2016 at Covington Memorial Funeral Home 8408 Covington Rd. with viewing 2 hours prior to service. Burial will be in Covington Memorial Gardens.
Covington Memorial Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana, November 16, 2016
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NORMAN G. BELL, 90, of Lake George, Fremont, died Friday, June 2, 2006. He was a former Fort Wayne Businessman. Following the war in 1945, he and associate Robert Federspiel founded Customcraft, Inc., designing and fabricating custom commercial cabinetry, and industrial products used in trade exhibits. After Customcraft, Inc. was sold in 1979 and became Icon, Inc., he served as General Manager until retiring in 1981. He was very active in the Jaycees, Optimist, Rotary, Fort Wayne Advertising Club, Indiana Manufacturing Association, the Fort Wayne Builders Association, and the Exhausted Roosters Club (former Jaycees). He also was instrumental in the efforts to have the Coliseum built, the Embassy Theater saved and restored, and was involved with the first Sports and Home Shows locally. He and his brother-in-law, John Larimore, co-designed and built the Inland Cat, one of the very first all fiberglass sailboats built. A large fleet of Inland Cats continue to be active at Lake George. After retirement, he became an avid woodturner, and belonged to the International Wood Collectors and the American Woodturners associations. Survivors include his wife, Patricia; son, Gregory Bell (Cathy Husar); daughter, Kathleen Skinner; grandson, Andrew Skinner; and sister, Bette Reed. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara Larimore, in 1988; brothers, Bruce, Ray, Bob and Noble; and sisters, Helen Bell and Agnes Wilson. Funeral service is 10 a.m. Wednesday at E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, 740 Indiana Hwy. 930 E., New Haven, with calling one hour before service. Calling also from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne. Preferred memorials to Fort Wayne Rescue Mission, 301 W. Superior St., Fort Wayne, IN 46802 or Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, PO Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
BELL, NORMAN G.: Funeral service is 10 a.m. today at E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, 740 Indiana Hwy. 930 E., New Haven, with calling one hour before service.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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LLOYD FRANCIS "HERK" BENNETT, 78, of Phoenix, Ariz., died Sunday, June 4, 2006. Arrangements by Keplinger Funeral Home, 509 N. High St., Hartford City.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
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LIGONIER - Vivian I. Bish, 87, died Sunday in Heritage Manor Health Center. The Noble County native was the widow of Clyde, who died in 1980. Surviving are two daughters, two sons, 16 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. Services are 11 a.m. tomorrow in Ulrey-Renner Funeral Home, where calling is 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. today. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery. Preferred memorials are gifts to Noble County Cancer Society or Heart Association.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; Sunday, September 17, 1961
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A. DEAN BLAIR, 80, of Hamilton, died, Saturday, June 3, 2006. Arrangements by Feller Funeral Home, Waterloo.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
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CALLING FRIDAY FOR HUBERT BLEEKS, 67
Hubert Bleeks, 67, of 5814 CR 427, Auburn, died Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at his home. Calling will be Friday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. at Feller Funeral Home, Waterloo. Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home with Rev. Steven Haiflich, pastor of Norris Chapel United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemtery. The family has requested preferred memorials to the DeKalb County unit of the American Cancer Society. Mr. Bleeks was a self-employed brick mason for 40 years. He is a World War II US Army Air Force veteran. He was a member of the Auburn Moose Lodge and Bricklayers Union No. 2. Mr. Bleeks was born March 29, 1924, in St. Joe. His parents were Charles and Ruth (Morr) Bleeks. He and Jacqueline Metivier Hall were married on June 6, 1964 in Angola. She survives. Other survivors include three step-sons, Harold H. Harvey of Macon, N.C., William G. Harvey of Scranton, Pa., and Robert P. Hall Jr. of Angola; two step-daughters, Gertrude Judson of Garrett, and Diane Wallace of Auburn; one sister, Hilma Culler of Auburn; and 10 step-grandchildren. One son, Charles WIlliam Bleeks, and two sisters, Lorraine Bleeks and Marjorie Schoph, preceded him in death.
Garrett Clipper, DeKalb County, Indiana; 1992
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EMMETT S. BLOOM, 83, of Fort Wayne, passed away, Saturday, June 3, 2006 at Parkview Hospital. He was born Nov. 17, 1922, in Stryker, Ohio. He was employed with Borden for 34 years, retiring in 1980. He then worked for Halls restauant for 8 years. He was a member of American Legion post 60, Stryker, Ohio, and Shoaff Park Lions Club. A member of Taylor Chapel United Methodist Church and a World War II Army Air Corps Veteran. Surviving are daughter, Kristine (Don) Kincaid of Sanford, Mich.; sons, Lonnie (Deb) Bloom of Mt. Vernon, Wash., Robert (Debby) Bloom and Chad (Kate) Bloom both of Fort Wayne; brother, Robert (Pauline) Bloom of Stryker, Ohio; and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Bloom, in 1995. Service is 2 p.m. Tuesday at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 E. Dupont Road, with calling one hour prior to service. Calling is also from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens with Military Graveside Rights by the U.S. Air Force. Memorials to Lions Club, Arthritis Foundation or Taylor Chapel United Methodist Church.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
BLOOM, EMMETT S.: Service is 2 p.m. today at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 E. Dupont Road, with calling one hour prior to service.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
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MARJORIE L. BLUME, 85, of Fort Wayne, died Saturday, June 03, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital. Born in Hamilton, Mo., she was a homemaker. She was a member of Bethany United Methodist Church and an original member of the Allen County Class of Master Gardner for 19 years. Survivors include husband, Ervin "Doc" Blume of Fort Wayne; son, Dr. James (Wanda) Blume of Fort Wayne; daughter, Rebecca (Jean-Pierre) Bleger of Durango, Colo.; three grandsons; two granddaughters: one great-granddaughter. Service is 11 a.m. Wednesday at Bethany United Methodist Church, 7715 Sunny Lane, with The Rev. John Smith officiating. Calling is from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Rd. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery. Memorials to Bethany United Methodist Church, 7715 Sunny Lane, Fort Wayne, IN 46835.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
BLUME, MARJORIE L.: Service is 11 a.m. today at Bethany United Methodist Church, 7715 Sunny Lane. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/6/2006 - 6/7/2006.
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IRENE HAYWOOD BREWER, 62, of Fort Wayne, completed her journey Saturday, June 3, 2006, at home surrounded by family and friends. She was the owner of Irene's Queens Touch Beauty Salon. She retired from Vincent House and dedicated her life to the call of foster children. Surviving are four sons, David Brewer, Derrick Brewer, Douglas (Robin) Brewer and Deointa Brewer; a daughter, Dawn "Judy" (Kamal) Macon Sr.; five adopted children, Myresha Brewer, De Maury, Dashyia, Destinie and Danisha Haywood; four sisters, Georgia Gaines of Detroit, Mich., Betty Cochran, Joan Gaines and Kelly Haywood Brooks; 16 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and host other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Moses and Mary Haywood Sr. ; two sisters, Christine Haywood and Linda Lou Haywood; and a brother, Moses Haywood Jr. Service is 11 a.m. Friday at Union Baptist Church, 2200 Smith St., with calling from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial in Lindenwood Cemetery. Arrangements by Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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PRIVATE SERVICES FOR GENE BRUMBAUGH
Francis "Gene" Brumbaugh, 62, died Friday at 2 p.m. at his home south of Garrett. Private graveside services are today at Cedar Creek Cemetery. There is no calling. The family has requested preferred memorials to the DeKalb county Heart Fund or to the donor's choice. Feller Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Brumbaugh was born on Nov. 30, 1934, in Butler Township, DeKalb County, to Harry and Mary (Ober) Brumbaugh. He and Linda Hixson were married Aug. 29, 1959. He retired in 1992 from Navistar after 30 years. He served in the Army National Guard in Angola. Surviving with his wife are three sons, Scott, Douglas and Richard, all of Garrett; a sister, Dorothy Hall of Elkhart and 3 granddaughters.
Garrett Clipper, DeKalb County, Indiana; 1997
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SYRACUSE-Mrs. Mary C. Camblin, 83, of Rt 1, North Webster, died at their home at 3 p.m. Tuesday following an extended illness. Born in southern Indiana on June 4, 1895, she was the daughter of Jacob and Florence (Hawkins) Merriman. Her first marriage was to Elmer Shear who died in 1932. Later she married Kenneth Camblin who died in 1972. A member of the United Methodist Church, Mrs. Camblin was a housewife and had lived in the North Webster area for six years coming from Warren Ind. Survivors include two sons, Robert Shear, North Webster, Francis (Socks) Shear, Alpine Texas; three step-children, Susan Camblin Marion, Ind., Richard Camblin, Logansport, David Camblin, Three Rivers, Mich.; five grandchildren; seven step-children; nine great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Bitner and Mrs. Marion Cain, both of Morgantown, Ind. One brother preceded her in death. Services in the Harris Funeral Home, State Rd. 13 and County Rd. 1000 North, north of North Webster will be at 11 a.m. Friday, with the Rev. Chester Reed officiating. Graveside services will be in the Van Buren cemetery, Van Buren, Ind. At 2 p.m. Friday. Calling hours at the funeral home will be from 7-9 Thursday.
Times Union, Kosciusko County, Indiana; September 13, 1978
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Ruth M. Carroll, 94, Americana Healthcare Center, Elkhart, formerly of 1024 Monroe St., Elkhart, died at 5:50 p.m. Monday in the center. She was born April 25, 1899, in Elkhart County to John and Ruth May Stump. She married Paul L. Carroll April 25, 1930, in Chambersburg, Pa. He died in January. She was a homemaker and member of Union Grove Brethren in Christ Church. Survivors include five daughters, Grace (Mrs. Gerald) Weaver, Elkhart, Lillian (Mrs. Ray) Mast and Rose Marie (Mrs. Samuel) Valdivia, both of New Paris, Audrey (Mrs. Larry) Weldy, Millersburg, and Pauline (Mrs. Douglas) Hollanby, Long Island, N.Y.; three sons, Marlin, New Paris, and Elwood and Edward, both of Elkhart; 34 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and a brother, Carl Stump, Goshen. She was preceded in death by two sons, Paul and Paul L. Jr., and several brothers and sisters. Friends may call from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Thompson & Yoder Funeral Home. A processional will leave the funeral home for 2 p.m. graveside services in Union Center Cemetery. The Rev. Don Mishler will officiate at the service.
Goshen News, Elkhart County, Indiana, June 16, 1993
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WILLIAM J. CLINGERMAN, 77, of Columbia City, died Friday, June 2, 2006 at Parkview Hospital. He was born on August 22, 1928 in Noble County the son of William and Irene (Heintzelman) Clingerman-Magnuson. He married Mildred E. Hyndman on May 26, 1951 in Jeffersonville, Ind. He has spent his lifetime in Whitley County, living at his current home near Lorraine, since 1956. He was first employed by Creighton Brothers, Warsaw, where he broke horses and was employed by General Electric, Fort Wayne, for 30 years as a machine operator. He enjoyed playing the guitar and loved horses. He is survived by one son, Fred C. (Helen) Goshert, Syracuse, IN; two daughters, Suann H. (Glen) Pollitt, Columbia City, and Irene D. Maggard, Sevierville, Tenn.; six grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; five sisters, Joan Marks, Ohio, Ruth Douglas of Ormas, Nancy Wright, Panama City, Fla, Dixie Nei, Columbia City, and Mary K. (Budd) Walls of Warsaw; two brothers, Donald Clingerman, San Bernadino, Calif. and Tony (Janice) Clingerman, Kimmell, IN. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Mildred E. Clingerman, who passed away on January 15, 1991 and one brother, Benny F. Clingerman. Services is 10 a.m. on Tuesday, at DeMoney - Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City. Visitation is from 2 to 8 p.m. today, at the funeral home. Burial will be at the Christian Chapel Cemetery, Merriam, Noble County. Memorial gifts may be given in Mr. Clingerman's memory to Shriner's Hospitals for Crippled Children, 211 North Oak Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60635. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. For additional obituary information or to send condolences to the family, sign the guest register or to light a memorial candle in Mr. Clingerman's memory, please visit www.demoneygrimes.com.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
CLINGERMAN, WILLIAM J.: Service is 10 a.m. today at DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/5/2006 - 6/6/2006.
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KATHLEEN J. COLLINS, 86, of Garrett, died Tuesday, June 6, 2006. Arrangements by Feller & Clark Funeral Home, Auburn.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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JAMES L. COOPER, 70, of Butler, died Tuesday, June 6, 2006. Arrangements by Feller & Clark Funeral Home, Auburn.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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Frances S. Raker Crawford died Thursday in Lutheran Hospital. The Warsaw native lived 68 years in Fort Wayne. She was a member of South Wayne Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Hoke; sons, Charles H. of Arlington, Texas, and Gary of Fort Wayne; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Services are 11 a.m. Monday in South Wayne Baptist Church, with calling there one hour before services. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Arrangements are by D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes. Preferred memorials are gifts to the church.
Fort Wayne News-Sentinel, Allen Co, IN; Saturday, April 21, 1990
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LYLE B. CROW, 87, died Friday, June 2, 2006 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Flint, Mich., he was the owner of "Crow's Haven Nursing Home" for 35 years, retiring in 1982. He was a member of First Assembly of God, a founder of Fort Wayne Christian School, and Chaplain of Indiana State Nursing Home Association. He served his country for 4 1/2 years during World War II. Survivors include wife of 57 years, Jeanne E. Crow of Fort Wayne; son, Richard (Cheryl) Crow of Leo; daughters, Barbara (Don) Fisher of Waterford, Pa., Nancy Lee of Fort Wayne, Carol (Ben) Stowell of Dublin, N.H., Pamala (Jack) Risner of Fairview, Pa., Kathy (Jeff) Swaim of Springfield, Mo., Patsy (Darrel) Nahinu of Marysville, Wash., Peggy (Todd) Schilling of Helena, Mont.; 18 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Coyla Gerig of Berne. Service is 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Assembly of God, 3301 E. Coliseum Blvd. with calling from noon to 1 p.m. Rev. Ronald L. Hawkins officiating. Calling is also from 4 to 8 p.m. today at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Rd. Entombment in Lindenwood Cemetery. Memorials to First Assembly of God.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
CROW, LYLE B.: Service is 2 p.m. today at First Assembly of God, 3301 E. Coliseum Blvd., with calling from noon to 1 p.m. today. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers from 6/5/2006 - 6/6/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

MARYBELLE DAVIS, 90, of Fort Wayne, died Monday, June 5, 2006. Born Sept. 24, 1915, in Grand Rapids, Minn., she was a Kindergarten Teacher at Waynedale School for many years. She was a member of Waynedale Order of Eastern Star. Surviving are her daughter, Mary Belle Davis-Kondeff of Fairfax, Calif.; and son, Jake Davis of San Francisco, Calif. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Thomas W. Davis, in 1995. Private service. Visitation is from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Home For Funerals, 6810 Old Trail Road, Fort Wayne.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers 6/7/2006 - 6/9/2006.
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MABEL A. DELONG STETLER, 94, of New Haven, died Saturday, June 3, 2006 at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home, Fort. Wayne. Born in Bryant, she was a member of New Haven United Methodist Church. She retired in 1982 after 10 years of service with Mutual Security Life Insurance Company. She had also operated the gas station at 5 points east of New Haven; raised chickens; and was a carrier for the News Sentinel. She is survived by her step-daughter, Shirley Cooper of Fort Wayne; sister, Betty Tustison of New Haven; and brother, Grover Wheeler of Woodburn. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Orville Delong in 1970 and second husband Chester W. Stetler in 1996; sister, Dorothy Forst; and brother, Homer Wheeler. Service is 10:00 a.m. Thursday at E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, 740 Indiana Hwy. 930 E., New Haven, with calling one hour before service. Calling is also 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday. Burial in Union Cemetery, Eaton. Preferred memorials to New Haven, United Methodist Church.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
STETLER, MABEL A. DELONG: Service is 10 a.m. today at E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, 740 Indiana Hwy. 930 E., New Haven, with calling one hour before service.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/6/2006 - 6/8/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

Former Elkhart resident Valeria D. Denman, 93, died at 10 p.m. Monday in Villa Campana Nursing Home, Tucson, Ariz. She was born Jan. 19, 1900, in Berlin, Germany, and was married Dec. 11, 1920, in Chicago, to Henry C. Denman. He died Nov. 26, 1969. She was a homemaker and member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Elkhart. Surviving are three daughters, Sylvia (Mrs. Myron) Goldberg, Phoenix, Ariz., Charlotte Denman, Bay City, Mich., and Judy (Mrs. Ernest) Padilla, Tucson; a son, Henry, Saginaw, Mich.; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. A daughter, Dorothea Walley, died Aug. 1, 1975. Another daughter, Nanjean McClane, died June 27, 1973. She was also preceded in death by a brother. There will be no calling. The body will be cremated and the ashes interred in Rice Cemetery. A memorials service will occur at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the agency of the donor's choice. Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Goshen News, Elkhart County, Indiana, June 16, 1993
Contributed by Karin King

NEVA ARLENE (PETERS) DILL, 83, passed away to be with her beloved husband Monday, June 5, 2006. Born Aug. 17, 1922, in Gratiot County, Mich., she was the daughter of the late Joel and Eva Vallance Peters. She lived in Indiana since 1938 and in Fort Wayne since 1953. She was a homemaker and worked for Hall's Restaurants Catering Service for 15 1/2 years, retiring in 1975. She is survived by a daughter, Ruth Ann Batchelder of Fort Wayne; stepson, Richard L. Laesch of Fort Wayne; grandson, James (wife, Dawn) Batchelder of Fort Wayne; and great-granddaughter, Heather M. Batchelder of Fort Wayne; two stepgrandchildren, Jonathon Laesch of Germany and Georgegina Laesch of Seguin, Texas; two step great-grandchildren, Morgan and Bailey Colvin, both of Seguin, Texas; and beloved dog, Princess. She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 60 years, George "Bud" C. Dill Jr., in 2003; a sister; and four brothers. Service is 11 a.m. Thursday at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 E. Dupont Road, with calling one hour prior. Pastor Paul Offhaus officiating. Calling also from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery. Memorials to Arthritis Foundation Indiana Chapter or Parkview Hospital I.C.U.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers on 6/6/2006.
DILL, NEVA ARLENE (PETERS): Service is 11 a.m. today at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 E. Dupont Road, with calling one hour prior.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers from 6/7/2006 - 6/8/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

TERESA DONELL, 68, of Antwerp, died Saturday, June 3, 2006. Service is 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Church, Antwerp. Calling is from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 Tuesday, with a Vigil at 6:30 p.m. at Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp. www.dooleyfuneralhome.com
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
THERESA DONNELL, 68, of Antwerp, died Saturday, June 3, 2006. Arrangements by Dooley Funeral Home, 202 W. River St., (US 24) Antwerp, Ohio.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
DONELL, TERESA: Service is 10 a.m. today at St. Mary's Church, Antwerp. Arrangements by Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/6/2006 - 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

ANGOLA - Ralph W. Doty, 94, died Sunday in Lutheran Hospital. He was a retired millwright from International Harvester Co. and a 50-year member of Home Lodge 342 F & AM in Fort Wayne. Surviving are his wife, Edna, and nieces and nephews. Services are 1 p.m. tomorrow in Nevada Mills United Methodist Church, with burial in IOOF Cemetery, New Haven. Calling is 4 to 9 p.m. today in Beems Funeral Home, Fremont.
News Sentinel, Allen County, Indiana; October 10, 1989
Contributed by Karin King

Lowell D. Dusseau, 80, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2016 at Parkview Hospital Randallia. Born in Dayton, Ohio, Lowell was the son of the late Aloysius and Edna (Ravery) Dusseau. He graduated from Holy Cross High School in Lansing, Michigan and earned his bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Dayton. Lowell served in the United States Air Force from 1961 to 1962 during the Berlin Crisis. He worked for AMF and Sundstrand before retiring from Magnavox. After his retirement from Magnavox he worked for the State of Indiana, and his own business Sabre Quality. He taught companies the importance of being ISO 9000 certified. Lowell also taught young engineers the importance of being a Certified Reliablilty Engineer. Lowell was awarded the Sam Hanna Award in 1991 for his outstanding service provided to the City of Fort Wayne. He was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, and American Society of Quality. Lowell had many hobbies including; being a licensed private pilot, coaching his children in hockey during their youth and attending every one of his grandchildren's sporting events. He also enjoyed golfing, boating in his youth at Gun Lake, and fixing anything that needed fixing. Surviving are his wife of 56 years, June Dusseau of Fort Wayne; sons, Alan Dusseau of Rochester, NY, Douglas (Marjorie) Dusseau of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Erik, Nachole, Phillip, Dorothy, and Dominic; great-granddaughter, Evelyn; siblings, Kenneth Dusseau of Phoenix, AZ, Deanna (Gerald) Lorencen, Duane (Bonnie) Dusseau both of Lansing, MI; along with many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 am, Thursday, December 22, 2016 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church with calling one hour prior. Calling at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road, Wednesday, December 21, 2016, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm with a rosary service at 5:00 pm. Memorials may be made to Parkview Home, Health, and Hospice.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana, December 18, 2016
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Funeral Services for Charles E. Elder, 73, Edwardsburg, Mich., who died Wednesday morning at his home, will be conducted sometime during the weekend at Elkhart. He was a native of Warsaw and formerly owned an ice cream and artificial ice plant at Elkhart before retiring a few years ago, when he moved to Edwardsburg. Surviving are the widow, Verna, two sisters, Mrs. Flora Walters, Fort Wayne, and Mrs. John Wiltrout, Warsaw, and several nieces and nephews.
Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; February 28, 1958
Contributed by Karin King

BODY IS SHIPPED HERE - Mother of T. M. Snyder Passed Away at Daughter's Home in Ohio on Saturday Afternoon
Mrs. Hattie Elder, mother of T. M. Snyder, of Warsaw, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mary Myers, at Grover Hill, Ohio. Death occurred at 1 o'clock on Saturday afternoon and followed an illness of long duration. She was 88 years old. The remains were shipped to Warsaw, and were taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Snyder, where the funeral will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday. The funeral will be private. Mr. Snyder is in Florida and has telegraphed that it will be impossible for him to return for the funeral.
Warsaw Daily Times; Kosciusko County, Indiana; Dec. 4, 1911
"Ohio Deaths, 1908-1953," database with images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:X8DN-H6P : 8 March 2021), Harriet Elder, 02 Dec 1911; citing Grover Hill, Paulding, Ohio, reference fn 66590; FHL microfilm 1,953,094.
Name: Harriet Elder
Sex: Female; Age: 87; Marital Status: Widowed; Race: W
Death Date: 02 Dec 1911; Death Place: Grover Hill, Paulding, Ohio; Burial Date: 04 Dec 1911; Burial Place: Warsaw, Ind.
Birth Date: 03 Sep 1824; Birthplace: Stark Co., O.; Parents: Unknown; Informant: O. W. Medaugh; Grover Hill
Record Number: 21; Digital Folder Number: 004021121; Image Number: 01233; Indexing Project (Batch) Number: B03873-4
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James W. Elder, 83, died Saturday at 4:15 p.m. in a Fort Wayne hospital, following a five years illness. Death was attributed to the infirmities of age. Previously he had made his home with a son Morris C. Elder, 735 High street, who survives. Other survivors include a son Zoyral B. Elder, Fort Wayne, Charles Elder, Hammond, and Lewis Elder, Pratt, Kan. Also surviving are a number of nieces and nephews, 14 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The body was removed to the Geis & Cahill funeral home where friends may view it after 2 p.m. Monday. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Andrew M. Lowry officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial park cemetery.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers on 6/1/2006.
Service is 11 a.m. today at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 E. Dupont Road, with calling one hour prior to service.
Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette (IN), July 16, 1944
Indiana, U.S., Death Certificates, 1899-2011
Name: James W Elder
Gender: Male; Race: White; Age: 83; Marital status: Widowed
Birth Date: 9 Jul 1861; Birth Place: Pierceton Ind
Death Date: 15 Jul 1944; Death Place: Rural Route 1, Allen, Indiana, USA
Father: John K Elder; Mother: Elizabeth Humphrey; Spouse: Edith (deceased 7 years)
Informant: Maurice C. Elder; Fort Wayne, Indiana; Burial: July 18, 1944; Greenlawn Cemetery
Contributed by Karin King

JoANN ERVIN, 56, of Columbia City, died Saturday, June 3, 2006. Surviving are her husband, Ralph; and sister, Mabel Cavicchioni of New Haven. Service is 11 a.m. Wednesday at Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City. Calling is from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial in Greenhill Cemetery. Memorials to the American Heart Association. Condolences to the family at www.smithandsonsfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
ERVIN, JoANN: Service is 11 a.m. today at Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/6/2006 - 6/7/2006.
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DORTHEA ELIZABETH FISHER, 91, of Angola, died Monday, June 5, 2006. Arrangements by Weicht Funeral Home, 207 N. West St., Angola.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

ROBERT PAUL FOSTER, 87, of Fort Wayne, died Friday, June 2, 2006 at his home. Born in Huntington, he was a Traffic Manager for United Technologies and Essex, retiring in 1987. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and an active member of AA for 44 years. Surviving are wife, Annette Foster of Fort Wayne; daughters, Deborah Tonsing, and Tina (Marvin) Courtney of Fort Wayne; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert Jeffries, a brother and a sister. Mass of Christian Burial is 11 a.m. Tuesday, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1910 Hale Ave. with calling one hour prior. Fr Tim Wrozek officiating. Calling is also from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today with a Vigil at 4:30 p.m. at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Rd. Entombment in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Memorials to Leonard's Lane, or the Masses.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
FOSTER, ROBERT PAUL: Mass of Christian Burial is 11 a.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1910 Hale Ave., with calling one hour prior. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/5/2006 - 6/6/2006. Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

Charles Edward Freeman, 86, died at 7 a.m. Thursday at his home at 517 West Fort Wayne street. He had been ill for the past three months due to a heart ailment and complications. Mr. Freeman was born near Fort Wayne Oct. 24, 1861. His parents were Milton and Etta (Snyder) Freeman. He had resided in this city for 47 years and was formerly employed as a carpenter. On April 11, 1890, he was married in this city to Margaret Elder. Surviving relatives include his wife; a daughter, Miss Helen Freeman, at home; and a son, Kenneth Freeman, of 401 North Union st. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Bibler funeral. Rev. Avery Miley, pastor of the First Christian church, will be in charge. Burial will be in Oakwood. Friends may call at the funeral home after noon on Friday.
Warsaw Daily Times, Kosciusko County, Indiana; Friday, July 16, 1948, pg 3, col 2
Contributed by Karin King

GEETING, Miss Anna - Funeral services will be held this morning at 10:30 o'clock at the Williamson Funeral Home at Portland with Rev. J. H. Nail of the Portland U. B. Church officiating. Burial will be in Union City Cemetery.
Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; June 2, 1939
Contributed by Karin King

Sarah A. Steele was born in Bedford Co., Pa., Jan. 12th, 1826 and departed this life Jan. 5th at the ripe old age of 80 years, 11 months and 26 days. At an early age her parents moved to Ashland Co., O., and later to Adams Co., Ind., southwest of Decatur. On April 30th, 1850, Miss Steele was married to John Gault, and the young people located near Massillion. To this union were born three sons, two of whom are still living and present to pay their last tribute of affection. May 10th, 1854, the strong ties of affection were broken by the death of her husband, John Gault. Feb. 27th, 1855, she was married to Samuel A. Gibson, and located in Madison township, where most of her years were spent. To this union were born 2 sons and 1 daughter, of whom one son survives to cherish her memory in a grateful heart. Samuel Gibson died on March 3rd, 1880 and her heart was again made desolate and lonely. About eight years ago she took up her abode in Monroeville where the long and useful life came peacefully and honorably to its close. Besides her children, 3 brothers, 3 sisters and 11 grandchildren are left to mourn her departure. She and her first husband united with the Presbyterian church 1 1/2 miles east of Massillion. After this church disbanded, she united with the Lutheran church at Massillion and when she moved to Monroeville transferred her membership to this church. She was diligent in training her children in the christian religion, and she was a devoted and self-sacrificing mother. She was a quiet and pleasant neighbor and never spoke ill of anyone. It will be seen by this sketch that she was called to pass through many sorrows but the Lord was with her in them all and evidently sanctified them to her good. With a heavenly light now upon the page of life she is able to look back and see how the pillar of cloud and pillar of fire has led her through it all. The funeral services were held last Monday afternoon at the Lutheran church and were conducted by her pastor, Rev. J. A. West and interment at the Massillion cemetery.
Unknown source
MONROEVILLE, Ind., Jan. 5 - This morning at 2 o'clock at her residence on Walnut street occurred the death of Mrs. Sarah Gibson at the age of eighty-two years. She had been in ill health for some time but the direct cause of her death was an attack of pneumonia. Mrs. Gibson was one of the oldest residents of the town, coming to this country in her early years. Surviving her are two children by a former marriage, Dayton Gault, of near Decatur, and George Gault, living near Monroeville, and by her second marriage one son, John M. Gibson, living near this place. Three brothers and one sister and a number of grandchildren also survive her. She was a member of the Lutheran church and the funeral will be held there probably some time Tuesday.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; Jan. 6, 1907
Contributed by Karin King

SUE ELLEN GILL, 76, of Warsaw, died Friday, June 3, 2006. Arrangements by McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, 2290 Provident Court, Warsaw.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

BETTY J. GLENN, 84, of Fort Wayne, died Monday, June 5, 2006, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. Born March 6, 1922, in Huntington, she was a coil winder for General Electric for 15 years, retiring in 1976. Surviving are her son, Steve R. Kincaid of Fort Wayne; daughters, Anita M. Glenn of Fort Wayne, Shirley D. Glenn of East St. Paul, Minn. and Charliece K. Glenn of Fort Wayne; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Charles Glenn, in 1975; and one brother. Funeral service is 10 a.m. Friday at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Home For Funerals, 6810 Old Trail Road, Fort Wayne. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. Memorials to Cancer Services of Fort Wayne.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

Barbara Gomez, 79, Fort Wayne, died Saturday in Hospice Home of Northeast Indiana. Among survivors are three sons; two daughters; two brothers, Blas and Paul Mendez, both of Decatur; and four sisters, including Tomasa Serna and Annie Tyler, both of Decatur, and Rita Vargas of Wren, Ohio. A prayer service will be held at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday in D. O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, Fort Wayne, followed by a funeral mass at 11 a.m. in St. Peter Catholic Church, Fort Wayne. Burial will be in Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne. (cut off)
Decatur Daily Democrat; Adams County, Indiana; Monday, May 14, 2001
Contributed by Karin King

DONALD H. GOODWIN, 84, of Kendallville, died Tuesday, June 6, 2006, in Kendallville. He graduated from Central High School, Fort Wayne, in 1939 and went on to complete the General Electric Apprentice School, in 1943 as a Certified Tool and Die Maker. He married Martha Jane Rentfrow Goodwin on Feb. 27, 1944, in West Creighton Christian Church, Fort Wayne. From May of 1944 to January of 1946, he served his country in the United States Navy during World War II. He was the owner and operator of Auburn TV and Appliance from 1949 to 1968 and pioneered early television in the surrounding area. Survivors include his wife, Martha Goodwin of Kendallville; daughter, Judy (Alan) Miller of Morris, Ill.; son, Dave (wife, Linda Lademan) Goodwin of Grosse Ile, Mich.; daughters, Nancy (Joe) Orr of Sedro Woolley, Wash. and Diane Bratton of Fort Wayne; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and sister, Kathryn Armstrong of Little Turkey Lake, LaGrange. Funeral service is 11 a.m. Friday at Hite Funeral Home, 403 S. Main St., Kendallville, with visitation one hour prior to service. Visitation also from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Burial in Lake View Cemetery, Kendallville. Preferred memorials may be made to South Milford Church of Christ. Send condolences to the family at www.hitefuneralhome.com
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

Harry H. Griffis, aged 87, a life long resident of the Mentone community died at 5 p.m. Wednesday at the Woodlawn hospital at Rochester, where he had been a patient during his serious illness of two weeks. Death was due to embolism. Mr. Griffis was born on a farm, two miles north of Mentone, Nov. 21, 1860, the son of Thomas and Mary Ann (Ditto) Griffis. Following the death of his wife, (Lucinda) in 1906, he was married to Nettie Bonnell in 1907. The deceased was a member of the Mentone Baptist church. Surviving relatives include two daughters, Mrs. Caddye Rouch and Mrs. Wayne (Helen) Shunk, of Mentone; a son, Carl B. Griffis, of Akron; four grandchildren and a brother, Elmer Griffis, of Kansas City, Kan. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday at the Reed funeral home in Mentone. Rev. Zane Mason will officate. Burial will be in the Mentone cemetery. Friends will be received at the funeral home.
Warsaw Daily Times, Kosciusko County, Indiana; Friday, July 16, 1948. pg 3, col 2
Contributed by Karin King

Mrs. Esther G. Guinn, 76, 533 S. Dorcas Road, Holland, Ohio, mother of Mrs. Donald Bohnke, route 1, Decatur, died at 8:55 p.m. Sunday at the St. Luke's Hospital in Maumee, Ohio. She had been ill for approximately one month. Born on June 27, 1901, in Van Wert, Ohio, she was the daughter of Frank and Pearl Baer-Heath. She was married to Elmer Guinn on December 18, 1920; he preceded her in death in October, 1975. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Donald (Virginia) Bohnke, of route 1, Decatur, Mrs. Eugene (Anette) Fry of Ohio City, Ohio, and Mrs. George (Janet) Givens of Toledo, Ohio; three sons, Richard of Ypsilanti, Michigan, Paul of Petersburg, Michigan, and Donald of Ida, Michigan; 11 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. One daughter, one brother, and one sister preceded her in death. Services for Mrs. Guinn will be conducted at 2 p.m. (Ohio time) Tuesday at the Alspach Funeral Home in Van Wert, the Rev. Charles Rife officiating. Burial will be in the Ohio City Woodlawn Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 9:30 a.m. (Ohio time) Tuesday. Preferred memorials are to the Heart (cut off)
Decatur Daily Democrat; Adams County, Indiana; Monday, August 22, 1977
Contributed by Karin King

JAMES O. HAIRSTON, 77, of Fort Wayne, died Friday, June 2, 2006 at Berverly Rehab. Born Feb. 25, 1929 in Henry County, Va. Surviving are daughters, Jacqueline (Tony) Moore, Bonita (Midas) Moore, Sheryl Hairston, and Regina Carter; son, Timothy Hairston; sisters, Erma Hairston, Ann Carter, and Dorothy Waller; brothers, Ernest Hairston, and Alexander Hairston. He was preceded in death by daughter, Zelda Hairston. Service is 11 a.m. Thurday at Carmichael Funeral Services, 831 E. Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
HAIRSTON, JAMES O.: Service is 11 a.m. today at Carmichael Funeral Services, 831 E. Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/6/2006 - 6/8/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

REV. DEBORAH HALL DIES UNEXPECTEDLY
Rev. Deborah H. Hall, 37, died unexpectedly at her home in Jefferson last Wednesday evening. Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m. today at Cedar Chapel Cemetery, south of Garrett, with Rev. Evelyn Myers officiating. Services will be held at the Jefferson United Methodist Church at 10 a.m. this morning. Goodwin Funeral Home in Frankfort is in charge of arrangements. Rev. Hall was born March 3, 1949, in Bloomington, to Dr. Arthur E. and Dorothy (Brumbaugh) Hall. She was a 1967 graduate of Garrett High School and a 1971 graduate of Manchester College. She graduated from Christian Theological Seminary in 1980. After serving as pastor of the Bremen United Methodist Church, she went to Jefferson-Kilmore United Methodist Churches in 1983, where she served until her death. Survivors include her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Arthur Hall, 6002 Queens Chapel Road, Hyattsville, MD 20781; her maternal grandmother, Mary Brumbaugh of Garrett; her paternal grandparents, Dr. and Mrs. Frederick Hall, Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; and one sister, Mary Beth Sommer, Elkhart.
Garrett Clipper, DeKalb County, Indiana; 1986
Contributed by Karin King

ROBERT E. HARPER, 78, of Squires, Mo., formerly of Fort Wayne, died Thursday, April 6, 2006, after an 11 year battle with cancer. Private graveside services were held at Covington Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Greenlawn Funeral Home, Springfield, Mo.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

Chelsea Kay Hart, 15 years old of Monroeville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 8, 2010 in the Parkview Hospital following an accident. She was born on Thursday, January 12, 1995 in Fort Wayne, Indiana the daughter of William Hart and Karen (Hockemeyer) Hart. Chelsea was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Flatrock and was a freshman at Heritage High School where she was a member of the Heritage Girl's Softball Team. Chelsea had a personality that could and did illuminate the entire world. From being a perfect friend to an even better daughter and sister, Chelsea and her heart of gold will always be remembered in a positive way. She was blessed with a smile that captured the hearts of many and a laugh known by all. She will remain in our hearts forever. Surviving are her parents, Bill & Karen Hart of Monroeville, brother, Jon Hart of Fort Wayne, brother, Ben Hart of Monroeville, maternal grandmother, Alvera Hockemeyer of Monroeville and paternal grandmother, Janice Barr of Monroeville. Preceding Chelsea in death was her maternal grandfather, Raymond Hockemeyer. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 13, 2010 in the St. John Lutheran Church, Flatrock with Rev. Douglas Christian officiating. Interment will follow in the St. John Lutheran Cemetery Flatrock. Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m., Sunday, April 11 and from 1 to 5 p.m. & 6 to 8 p.m., Monday, April 12, in the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Jacobs Chapel, Monroeville. Preferred memorials are to St. John Lutheran Church, Flatrock.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; April 8, 2010

ALVIN HATTON, 85, of Silver Lake, died Sunday, June 4, 2006. Arrangements by DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, Silver Lake Chapel.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

ROBERT E. HENNINGER, 70, of Fort Wayne, died Thursday, June 1, 2006, at his home. Born in Fort Wayne, he was a an avid reader, gardener and woodworker. He had a talent for putting pen to paper, particularly in poetry form. He was an independent appraiser and retired as president of Little Turtle Territories, Inc. He served on the Board of Realtors and was past president of Kirkwood Park Association and Muncie Jaycees. He also was a member of First Wayne Street United Methodist Church. He graduated from Indiana University in the Kelley Business School and was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. He was a vocal fan of the IU Basketball Team. He will be greatly missed by his beloved cat Squeak and survivors including his daughter, Sheryl (Mitch) Reinholt of Fort Wayne; son, William Henninger of Fort Wayne; and grandchildren, Scott Reinholt and Mandi Reinholt and Dakota Henninger; sister, Bonnie Davis of Elkhart; and brother, Keith (Nancy) Henninger of Fort Wayne. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sue (Plasket) Henninger, in 1995; and his father, William and mother, Mary (Ardern) Henninger. Memorial calling is from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road. Memorials to American Cancer Society.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
HENNINGER, ROBERT E.: Memorial calling is from 5 to 8 p.m. today at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/7/2006 - 6/8/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

Lawrence E. (Joe) Herderhorst, 63, route 2, (Franke Road) Monroeville, died at 2:45 a.m. today at his home. He had been in ill health for three months. A farmer, Mr. Herderhorst was a native and lifelong resident of Madison Township in Allen County, and was a member of St. John Lutheran church, Flatrock. He was born June 22, 1918, to William and Elise Schueler-Herderhorst, and was married on June 23, 1945, to Hilda M. Bearman, who survives. Also surviving are a brother, Edwin W. Herderhorst, route 2, Monroeville, and two sisters, Mrs. Nicholas (Edna L.) Hoffman, route 2, Monroeville, and Mrs. Bernard J. (Frieda M.) Lorenz, Fort Wayne. One brother, Paul E., preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 1:15 p.m. Thursday at the Marquardt Funeral Home, Monroeville, and at 2 p.m. at the church. Rev. Donald E. Frank in charge; burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday. Preferred memorials are to the Lutheran Hour, the St. John Lutheran Church debt fund, or to the donor's favorite charity.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana, February 24, 1981
Contributed by Karin King

GILLIAN "JILL" CARRUTHERS HOFFMAN, 54, of Carmel, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2006. Born Dec. 6, 1951, in Liverpool, England, she was the daughter of the late Ronald and Dorothy Drury Carruthers. She was a member of the Mental Health Association and Indiana Nursing Association. The Riley Hospital For Children, Hospice and the YMCA after school program were a few of the areas where she volunteered her time. "Jill was a loving wife, mother and sister. Her passion was in bringing joy to the lives of others. Beauty in the form of flowers, family, laughter and love are what made her life special and brought a smile to her face. Jill was a friend to all." Survivors include her husband, Jay Hoffman; sons, Ryan and Bobby Hoffman; sisters, Deb Brabander, Diane Carruthers and Sue Maier; many nieces and nephews; and her beloved dog, Sammi Lucille. Funeral service is 11 a.m. Wednesday, with calling one hour prior, at Carmel United Methodist Church, of which she was a member. Friends and family will gather from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Leppert Mortuary, Smith Carmel Chapel. Memorials to Mental Health Association, 942 N. 10th St., Noblesville, IN 46060.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
HOFFMAN, GILLIAN "JILL" CARRUTHERS: Funeral service is 11 a.m. today, with calling one hour prior, at Carmel United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Leppert Mortuary, Smith Carmel Chapel.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

PERU - Herbert C. Holmes, 72, of Rt. 2, Peru, a retired supervisor for the State Board of Tax Commissioners, died at his residence at 4:50 p.m. Tuesday. Born in Miami County on July 30, 1906, he was the son of John and May (Casper) Holmes. On July 14, 1946 he married Margaret Edgington, a former teacher at Warsaw High School from 1932-1946. She survives. A member of the Erie United Methodist Church, he aided many local public officials in preparing budgets for review by the state board each year. He was also a member of the Lions Club, Peru. In addition to his wife, Margaret Holmes, survivors include one sister-in-law, Mrs. Mamie Braddock, Warsaw; one brother, Verne Holmes, Grand Rapids, Mich. One son, Paul E. Holmes, died in 1975. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday in the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, Peru, with the Rev. Thomas Clark and the Rev. Nell Butcher officiating. Interment will be in Mount Hope cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday.
Times Union, Kosciusko County, Indiana; September 13, 1978
Contributed by Karin King

GEORGE E. HOOK, 85, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2006. Born in Hicksville, Ohio, he attended Indiana University and left I.U. with a scholarship in his name. He was employed by E.W. Bohren Transport, TMX-Standyne. He was a member of White Cross Auxiliary at Parkview. He was volunteer of the year in 1994. He had accumulated 24,000 hours helping others. He was a veteran of World War II and member of American Legion Post 377. He was a long time member of Taylor Chapel United Methodist Church. He leaves a sister, Lillian; and a great number of nieces and nephews. His wife passed away some years ago. Funeral service is 11 a.m. Thursday at Taylor Chapel United Methodist Church, 10145 Maysville Road, with calling one hour prior to service. Dr. Bill Farmer officiating. Calling is from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road. Burial in Forest Home Cemetery, Hicksville. A Military graveside service will be held by American Legion Post 377 Woodburn. Memorials to Taylor Chapel Memorial Fund.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
HOOK, GEORGE E.: Funeral service is 11 a.m. today at Taylor Chapel United Methodist Church, 10145 Maysville Road, with calling one hour prior to service. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/7/2006 - 6/8/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

ARDENE M. HUNTER, 79, of Decatur, passed away, Friday, June 2, 2006. Arrangements by Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

BETH ANN HURSH, 62, of Syracuse, died Monday, June 5, 2006. Arrangements by The Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

ROBERT D. HUSBAND, 80, Roanoke, died Sunday, June 4, 2006. Surviving are his wife, Phyllis Forsyth; one daughter, Mrs. Larry (Barbara) Holzinger of Roanoke; one brother, Alfred (Ted) Husband of Huntington; two sisters, Mrs. Brice (Bernadine) Thomas and Mrs. Arthur (Mary) Burton, both of Roanoke; three grandsons; and one great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Donna J. Platt; two brothers, Clarence Husband and Russell Husband. Funeral service is 11 a.m. Wednesday at Christ's United Methodist Church, Roanoke, with calling one hour prior to service. Calling is from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington. Burial in Glenwood Cemetery, Roanoke. Condolences to www.mcelhaneyhartfuneralhome.com
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/5/2006 - 6/6/2006.
HUSBAND, ROBERT D.: Funeral service is 11 a.m. today at Christ's United Methodist Church, Roanoke, with calling one hour prior to service. Arrangements by McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

IDA HUSER, 90, of Berne, died Tuesday, June 6, 2006, at Swiss Village. She was a member of First Mennonite and former Nurse. Surviving are her children, Sharon (Peter) Schug of LaFayette, Steve (Beth) Huser of Geneva and Gwen (Mike) Habegger of Berne; two sisters, Louise Houser of Geneva and Mrs. Leroy (Esther) Biberstein of Berne; and eight grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ivan. Funeral service is 2 p.m. Saturday at Swiss Village Chapel, with calling from 10 a.m. until time of service. Burial in M.R.E. Cemetery. Memorials to Swiss Village or First Mennonite Church. Arrangements by Yager-Kirchhofer Funeral Home, 365 W. Main St., Berne.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

GERTRUDE M. HUTCHISSON-BOESTER, 90, of Fort Wayne, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2006 at Woodview Health Care Center. She was born May 12, 1916 in Allen County. She retired in 1970 from Wayne Candies after 17 years of service. She was a member of Concordia Lutheran Church. Surivivng are daughter-in-laws, Alice-Ann Hutchisson of Fort Wayne and Sally Hutchisson of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Michael Hutchisson, Patricia Schafer, Kevin Hutchisson, Lisa Land and Vicki Miller; 11 great-grandchildren; and sister, Lucile (Earl) Hazelett of Fort Wayne. She was preceded in death by husbands, Albert Hutchisson, in 1974 and Alfred Boester, in 1999; sons, Nobert Huchisson, in 1998 and Larry Hutchisson in 2004; one sister; and one brother. Service is 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Road. Visitation is from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. Memorials to Concordia Lutheran Church.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
HUTCHISSON-BOESTER, GERTRUDE M.: Service is 10:30 a.m. today at Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Road.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/6/2006 - 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

HAO AI HUYNH, 41, of Fort Wayne, died Saturday, June 3, 2006. Arrangements by Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Road, Fort Wayne.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

KENNETH JAUTZ DIES; NEWSPAPER VETERAN
Funeral services for Kenneth Jautz, 63, of 1001 Rose Ave., New Haven, 43-year veteran newspaperman with the News-Sentinel and Fort Wayne Newspapers, Inc., who died unexpectedly yesterday at 8 a.m. will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at D. O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home. Rev. Bryant Howard will officiate. Burial will be in Lindenwood Cemetery. Mr. Jautz was a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne and had worked as a pressman from 1918 to 1945 and since as district manager in the circulation department. He belonged to the newspapers Quarter Century Club, Home Lodge 342, F. & A.M., the Scottish Rite and the Travelers Protective (cut off)
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; Sunday, September 17, 1961
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SHANNON K. (LEE) JOGI, 33, of Livonia Mich., passed away at her parent's home in Fort Wayne on Friday, June 02, 2006. She was a graduate of Bishop Dwenger High School, attended the Art Institute of Chicago, Indiana University Purdue University at Fort Wayne (IPFW), and was a graduate of the University of Saint Francis, receiving her degree in Nursing. "When she left this earth for her heavenly home, she was held in the arms of her beloved husband, Santhosh, and was surrounded by her loving family and friends". She fought a four-and-a-half year battle against ovarian cancer with unparalleled bravery. Her passion for living inspired all who encountered this beautiful, generous and loving woman during her courageous fight for life. She received the most wonderful care from her physician, Dr. Greg Sutton, his staff, and the oncology unit at St. Vincent's Hospital in Indianapolis. She was a gifted homemaker, artist, cook, and gardener with exquisite taste and style and an eye for all things beautiful. She had many interest especially in cuisine, music, fashion, history and travel, among many other things. She loved to delight friends and family with her culinary skills and flair for entertaining. She traveled through this life focusing on the joys of the journey rather than the destination. Above all, she was the most incredibly loving wife and soul mate, devoted daughter, sister, granddaughter, aunt and godmother, niece, cousin and loyal friend. She set about her life's journey sowing the seeds of joy and love in the hearts of all, with a zeal that could not be diminished or extinguished by the awful cancer that has temporarily seperated her from loving family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Santhosh; parents Larry and Mary Lee; her brother, Shane and his wife Becky; and her beloved nephews and godsons, Jared and Adam; her goddaughter, Alexa-Marie McLaughlin; and her grandmother, Mary E. Lee. She is loved and will be missed by her many aunts and uncles, cousins, and cherished friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Beatrice and Carter McLaughlin, and Russel Lee. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 4916 Trier Rd. with calling one hour prior. Fr. Chris Smith officiating. Calling is also from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Rd. Burial in Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorials to the Jogi family or Ovarian Cancer Research.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
JOGI, SHANNON K. (LEE): Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 a.m. today at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 4916 Trier Road, with calling one hour prior. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/5/2006 - 6/6/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

RALPH STANLEY KANAGA, 90, of Kendallville, died Saturday, June 3, 2006. Arrangements by Feller Funeral Home, Waterloo.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
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HUBERT H. KEMNITZ, 73, of Fort Wayne, died Sunday, June 4, 2006. Arrangements by C.M. Sloan & Sons Funeral Home, 1327 Wells St., Fort Wayne.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
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MAX A. KIMBLE, 84, formerly of Columbia City, died Monday, June 5, 2006. Arrangements by Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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HELEN ELIZABETH KINNEY, 87, of Ft. Meyers, Fla., died Saturday, June 3, 2006. Arrangements by McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, 2290 Provident Court, Warsaw.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
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Vernon William Koenemann, year-and-a-half old son of Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Koenemann, of R. R. 2, Monroeville, died at 8:45 p.m. Saturday at Lutheran Hospital. He is survived by the parents and a sister, Marceil Koenemann, residing here. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Unknown source
Indiana, U.S., Death Certificates, 1899-2011
Name: Vernon William Koenemann
Gender: Male; Race: White; Age: 1; Marital status: Single
Birth Date: 29 Nov 1942; Birth Place: Decatur Adams Co Ind
Death Date: 15 Jul 1944; meningitis; Death Place: Ft Wayne, Allen, Indiana, USA
Father: Erwin F Koeneman; Mother: Ida Gerke
Burial: July 18, 1944; Flat Rock Lutheran; Allen County, Indiana [Saint Johns Lutheran Flat Rock Cemetery; Hoagland, Allen County, Indiana]
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ROBERT EUGENE La VERGNE, 67, of South Whitley, died Monday, June 5, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital, Fort Wayne. Born Aug. 11, 1938, in Fort Wayne, he was a clerk at Kroger Stores, in Fort Wayne for 35 years, retiring in 1999. Surviving are his wife, Barbara L. La Vergne of South Whitley; sons, Robert Eugene (Lisa) La Vergne Jr. of South Whitley and Steven Douglas (Tina) La Vergne of Churubusco; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers; and three sisters. Funeral service is 1 p.m. Friday at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Home For Funerals, 6810 Old Trail Road, Fort Wayne. Visitation is from 1 to 3 and 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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MONET D. LaVINE, 89, died Tuesday, June 6, 2006, at Heritage Park Health Care Center, Fort Wayne. Born in Wabash County, she was an inspector for Magnavox Corporation for 10 years, retiring in 1976. Survivors include son, Randy (Mary Jo) LaVine of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Kelly LaVine and Chad LaVine, both of Fort Wayne; and brother, Robert Shellenbarger of Auburn. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene LaVine; three brothers, Charles, Floyd and Hubert Shellenbarger. Service is 10 a.m. Friday at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road. The Rev. Phil Emerson officiating. Calling is from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial in Glenwood Cemetery, Roanoke. Memorials to Peace Lutheran Church-Fremont.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

VERONICA LEBRATO, 91, of Fort Wayne, died Tuesday, June 6, 2006, at her home. A lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, she was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church, Altra Society, and R.S.V.P. Senior Citizen Volunteer Program. Survivors include sons, Michael (Angela) Liberato of East Lansing, Mich. and Gary Lebrato of Fort Wayne; daughter, Mary T. Lebrato of Rio Linda, Calif.; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and sister, Mary Luster of Montclair, Calif. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph J. Lebrato; two sons, Ralph Lebrato and Tom "T.J." Liberato; four brothers; and a sister. Service is 11 a.m. Friday at St. Therese Catholic Church, 2304 Lower Huntington Road, with calling one hour prior. Calling also from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Mungovan & Sons Memorial Chapel, 2114 S. Calhoun St. Entombment in Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorials to St. Therese Catholic Church or Heartland Home Health Care & Hospice.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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TOM DUANE LEEKA, 60, of Fort Wayne, died Thursday, June 1, 2006. Arrangements by Klaehn, Fahl & Melton, 420 W. Wayne, St., Fort Wayne.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
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MARY ESTHER LEMAR, 89, of Huntington, died Tuesday, June 6, 2006. Arrangements by Myers Funeral Home, Huntington Chapel.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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RICHARD LIEBERENZ, SR., 67, of Kendallville, died on Saturday, June 3, 2006. He retired in 2001 from Rollins Trucking after 35+ years as a professional truck driver. Mr. Lieberenz was well known in Kendailville as portraying Santa Claus for 25 years. He built and raced street stock cars and raced in Avilla and Angola for many years. Survivors include son, Richard (Lisa) Lieberenz Jr of Kendallville; daughter, Ruth (Shawn) Powell of Antwerp, Ohio; son, Edward (Krestina) Ritchie of Avilla; daughter in-law, Paula Ritchie of Kendallville; two step daughters, Sandra Kelly of Groton, Mass. and Catherine Carter of Newport News, Va.; one step son, Edward Shultz of Wells, Minn.; seven grandchildren, Michael Thomas, Brandi Smolinskie, Joseph Thomas, Christopher Thomas, Bree Ritchie, Tailor Ritchie and Lora Lee Lieberenz; four step grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Services with military honors will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Hite Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. today at Hite Funeral Home in Kendallville. Officiating will be Pastor Charles Mosley. Burial will be at Woodruff Cemetery in Wolcottville. Preferred Memorials may be made to Harbor of Love Baptist Church. Send condolences to the family at www.hitefuneralhome.com
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
RICHARD LIEBERENZ, SR.: Service is 11 a.m. today at Hite Funeral Home, with military honors. Arrangements by Hite Funeral Home in Kendallville.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/5/2006 - 6/6/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

VAUGHN H. "PETE" LINDEMUTH, 80, of Zephyr-hills, Fla., formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away Monday, Dec 19, 2005, in Zephyr-hills. Graveside service is 10 a.m. Saturday at Covington Memorial Gardens, 8408 Covington Road. Memorials to V.F.W. Post 857. Arrangements by Covington Memorial Funeral Home.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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MICHAEL DAVE LINDZY SR., 61, of Lagro, formerly of Wabash, died Tuesday, June 6, 2006. Arrangements by McDonald Funeral Home, Eddingfield Chapel.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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EDWARD M. LINN, 93, died Sunday, June 4, 2006, at Saint Anne Home, Fort Wayne. Born in Decatur, he was a Draftsman and Cartographer for U.S. Government, retiring in 1971 and a graduate of Ball State. Survivors include brother, Tommy Sr.; sisters, Harriette Schweizer and Jeanne Schlup; nieces; and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, James; and sisters, Rosemary Hartwig and Helen Zeddis. No services. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave. Memorials to Cancer Services of Allen County or American Cancer Society.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
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NORMAN N. LONEY, 84, of Fort Wayne, died Friday, June 02, 2006 at Miller's Merry Manor in Garrett. Born in Fort Wayne, he was a retired owner of Waynedale Lumber. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps. serving as a Bombardier /navigator during World War II flying 36 missions. He was a member of St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church and St. Leo Catholic Church in Bonita Springs, Fla., Knights of Columbus, and American Legion Post 82. Survivors include wife, Mary Elizabeth of Fort Wayne; sons, Daniel N. Loney, and Dennis J. Loney; daughter, Maureen L. Friend all of Fort Wayne; step-sons, Louis Moses of Carmel, and Steven Moses of LaOtto; seven grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and sister, Geraldine Roethele of Fort Wayne. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Joan M. Loney, granddaughter, and step-grandson. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church, 1502 East Wallen Rd. Fr. Joseph Gaughan officiating, with calling one hour prior to service. Calling also from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 E. Dupont Rd. with Vigil at 4:30 p.m. today. Burial in Catholic Cemetery with Military Graveside Rites by the U.S. Air Force. Memorials to St Vincent dePaul Society at the Church or Masses.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
LONEY, NORMAN N.: Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 a.m. today at St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church, 1502 East Wallen Road. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 E. Dupont Road.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/5/2006 - 6/6/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

DONALD GENE LORTIE, 49, of Columbia City, died Thursday, June 1, 2006. Arrangements by DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Dr., Columbia City.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
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ROBERT L. MARTIN, 81, of Bluffton, passed away Monday, June 5, 2006. Arrangements by Goodwin Memorial Chapel, 3220 E. State Road 124, Bluffton.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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SHIRLEY A. MASON, 71, of Fort Wayne, died Sunday, June 4, 2006, at Lutheran Hospital. Born Jan. 22, 1935, in Indianapolis, she had worked for Sears and was the Past President of American Legion Post 241 Ladies Auxiliary. She is survived by three daughters, Susan (Donald) Bieber of Denver, Colo., Carol (Charles) Schaefer of Fort Wayne and Sharon (Richard) Carbaugh of Yoder; a sister, Donna Monahan of Valley Spring, Calif.; grandsons, Jason and Jeffrey Bieber, both of Denver and Dustin Carbaugh of Yoder; nieces, Leslie and Kimberly Monahan, both of California; and a nephew, William Monahan of California. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bertram. Funeral service is 11 a.m. Friday, with visitation one hour prior, at Covington Memorial Funeral Home, 8408 Covington Road. Visitation also from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. Memorials to American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Association and American Legion Post 241 Ladies Auxiliary.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
MASON, SHIRLEY A.: Funeral service is 11 a.m. today, with visitation one hour prior, at Covington Memorial Funeral Home, 8408 Covington Road.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/7/2006 - 6/9/2006.
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MARY MeDELER, 82, of LaFontaine, died Friday, June 2, 2006. Arrangements by McDonald Funeral Home, 104 S. Main St., LaFontaine.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
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MARY E. MEO, 102, died Thursday, June 1, 2006, at Regency Place, Fort Wayne. Born in Castel Di Sangro, Italy, she was a homemaker and member of Cathedral Of The Immaculate Conception. Survivors include daughters, Yolanda (Don) Dager and Virginia (Bernie) Vodde, both of Fort Wayne; four grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Felix A. Meo. Mass of Christian Burial is 2 p.m. Thursday at Cathedral Of The Immaculate Conception, 1122 S. Clinton St., with calling one hour prior. Fr. Peter Kaija officiating. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave. Burial in Catholic Cemetery. Memorials to Masses to Cathedral or Cathedral Museum.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
MEO, MARY E.: Mass of Christian Burial is 2 p.m. today at Cathedral Of The Immaculate Conception, 1122 S. Clinton St., with calling one hour prior. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/7/2006 - 6/8/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

Ernest G. Merica Dies Monday Night - Funeral Services Friday Afternoon
Ernest G. Merica, 66, died at 9:30 o'clock Monday night at his home, 1203 West Madison street. He had been in failing health for the past seven years, but his death was unexpected. He was born in Jay county Dc. 14, 1890, a son of Smith and Mathilda Parker-Merica, and was married to Ellen Krill June 15, 1914. The family lived in Root township and in the Monroeville community until moving to Decatur 13 years ago. Mr. Merica was employed in the steam power plan of the Central Soya Co. He was a member of the Antioch Lutheran church at Hoagland. Surviving in addition to his wife are two sons, Glen C. Merica of Monroeville, and Edward E. Merica of Mattoon, Ill.; four grandchildren; two brothers, Walter Merica of San Diego, Calif., and Clifford Merica of Homer, Mich., and two sisters, Mrs. Amy Rupp of Seattle, Wash., and Mrs. Blanche Springer of Kalamazoo, Mich. Four brothers and one sister are deceased. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday at the Zwick funeral home, the Rev. Robert J. Whitenack officiating. Burial will be in the IOOF cemetery at Monroeville. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Wednesday until time of the services.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana; October 22, 1957
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ALFRED C. MIDDLETON, 78, of Huntington, died Tuesday, June 6, 2006. Arrangements by Myers Funeral Home, Huntington Chapel.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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ANNE D. MILLER, 89, of Naples, Fla., died Sunday, June 4, 2006. Born in Fort Wayne, she had lived here all her life until moving to Marco Island, Fla. and then to Naples, Fla., in 1974. She graduated from St. Catherine's Academy, class of 1935 and had been a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. She was a former member of the Fort Wayne Country Club and enjoyed playing golf, card games and Mahjong. Surviving are seven children, Robert H. (Beverley) Miller Jr. of San Diego. Calif., Sharon (Leslie) Krider of Columbia City, Michael (Deborah) Miller of Springfield, Va., Timothy Miller of Syracuse, N.Y., Patrick (Terry) Miller of Naples, Nancy (Casper) Townsend of Seattle, Wash. and Colleen (Phillip) Miller of Lynchburg, Va.; sister, Jeanne Turner of Fort Pierce, Fla.; 18 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. Funeral Mass is 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Fort Wayne. Calling is from 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the church. Interment in Catholic Cemetery. Donations in her memory may be made to Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support, 4330 Tamiami Trail East., Naples, FL 34112. Arrangements by Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Home, Winchester Road Chapel, 6424 Winchester Road.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

WILLIAM "BOB" ROBERT MIZELL, 84, of Bryan, died Saturday, June 3, 2006. Arrangements by Burr Funeral Home & Crematory, 225 E. High St., Bryan.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
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FRANCES E. NOONAN, 87, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Bryan, passed away Friday, June 2, 2006, at Heritage Park Nursing Home, Fort Wayne. She worked as a secretary at 50 Corporation, Bryan for 12 years and Bryan City Schools Clerk-Treasurers Office for 12 years. She also worked at Challenge-Cook and First Federal Savings Bank. She joined Wesley United Methodist Church, in 1940, was recognized as a 50 year member in 1990 and was a member of the Wesleyan Circle. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star in Bryan, Bay View Study Club, and Williams County Genealogical Society. Born Sept. 3, 1918, in Terre Haute, she was the daughter of French A. and Ethel E. (Bevis) Roberts and she married Richard E. Noonan. She is survived by her children, Mrs. Neal (Judith) Rice of Markle, Mrs. Keith (Mary) Conklin of Clarkston, Mich., Mrs. Steven (Catherine) Blanchard of Indianapolis, Richard D. (wife, Toi) Noonan of Vientiane, Laos and David R. (wife, Kathleen) Noonan of Toledo, Ohio; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and her sister, Mrs. Donald (Phyllis) Dowis of Rochester, Mich. She was also preceded in death by parents; husband; two brothers, Clyde E. and Harlon G. Roberts; and a sister, Lois Carr. Funeral service is 11 a.m. Thursday at Oberlin-Ford Funeral Home, Bryan, with visitation one hour prior to service. The Rev. Dwight Bowers officiating. Burial in Shiffler Cemetery. Gifts in loving memory of Frances may be given to Wesley United Methodist Church. Condolences may be sent to the family or the online guest book may be signed at www.oberlin-ford.com
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
NOONAN, FRANCES E.: Funeral service is 11 a.m. today at Oberlin-Ford Funeral Home, Bryan, with visitation one hour prior to service.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/7/2006 - 6/8/2006.
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ROBERT L. OWENS JR., 79, died Saturday, June 3, 2006, at Dayton VA Medical Center, Dayton, Ohio. Born in Harlan, Ky., he was a Cab Driver for Safety Cab Co. for 14 years, retiring in 1979. He was a member of Jesus' Name Apostolic and Disabled American Veteran. Survivors include sons, Kenneth Owens and David Owens both of Harlan, Ky., Benjamin J. Owens of Ft. La, Fla., Clint Owens and Daniel M. Owens, both of Fort Wayne; daughters, Lorena A. Gibeaut of Cincinnati, Ohio, Cynthia Y. Owens of Fort Wayne, Gina M. Owens of Greenfield, Mass. and Melissa M. Keener of Fort Wayne; brother, William E. Owens of Clinton, Tenn.; sisters, Ruth Hensley of Burlington, Ky., Inafaye James of Lexington, Ky. and Mary Lou Payne of Greenville, Ohio; 15 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy, in February of 1996. Service is 11 a.m. Friday at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave., with calling one hour prior. The Rev. Mike Morimanno officiating. Calling also from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery. Memorials to Disabled American Veterans.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

The following obituary is being republished to provide additional information. DONALD W. PAPE, 80, of Fort Wayne, died Monday, June 5, 2006, 5:45 p.m., at his residence. Born July 29, 1925, in Fort Wayne, he was the son of Herbert Pape and Nell (Grant) Pape. He was plant operator at NIPSCO for 36 years, retiring on April 1, 1983. He served in the Navy and Marines during World War II. He married Phyllis (Bender) Pape on Jan. 31, 1947, in Fort Wayne. Surviving are his wife, Phyllis Pape of Fort Wayne; sons, Marc Dennis Pape of Fort Wayne, Kirk Alan Pape and Andrew Lee Pape of Fort Wayne; daughter, Chris Reed of Daytona Beach Shore, Fla.; brother, Mike Pape of Fort Wayne; and six grandchildren. Private family service is 1 p.m. Saturday at Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Homes. Arrangements by Northeast Indiana Cremation Society. Memorials to donor's choice.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/7/2006 - 6/8/2006.
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VIRGINIA F. PAPE, 83, died Saturday, June 3, 2006, at Lutheran Home, Fort Wayne. Born in Bippus, she was a clerk for Kroger District Office for 40 years and American Linen for six years. She was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Monroeville American Legion Auxiliary Monroeville Post 420 for 59 years, past president of Rho Zeta Chi Sorority, and volunteered at Lutheran Home. Survivors include son, Garry W. (Barbara) Pape of Fort Wayne; daughter, Cathy J. (Dan) Hamann of Ashland, Wis.; sister, Anna May (Bill) Rankin of Celina, Ohio; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and brother-in-law, William S. (Jeanette) Pape of Fla. She was preceded in death by her husband, Delmore, in 1997; and sister, Lois Vachon. Service is 2 p.m. Thursday at Mungovan & Sons Memorial Chapel, 2114 S. Calhoun St. The Rev. Jeffrey Olsen officiating. Calling is from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. Memorials to the Church or Alzheimer's Association.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
PAPE, VIRGINIA F.: Service is 2 p.m. today at Mungovan & Sons Memorial Chapel, 2114 S. Calhoun St.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/7/2006 - 6/8/2006.
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ALBERT "AL" PEPPLE, 76, died Monday, June 5, 2006, at his home. Born in LaOtto, he was a heavy equipment operator for Bercot-Gibson Construction Co. and member of Agape Church of the Brethren. Survivors include his loving wife of 56 years, Ann Pepple; sons, Denny (Linda) Pepple, Terry (Jo Ellen) Pepple, Tom (Deb) Pepple and John (Kim) Pepple, all of Fort Wayne; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one brother; and three sisters. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arlo and Ora Pepple; and one grandson. Service is 10 a.m. Thursday at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave. The Rev. Jerry Brenneman and the Rev. Keith Simmons officiating. Calling is from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial in Fairview Cemetery, Huntertown. Memorials to Parkview Hospice.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
PEPPLE, ALBERT "AL": Service is 10 a.m. today at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/7/2006 - 6/8/2006.
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LOUISE PERRY, 61, of Fort Wayne, died Monday, June 5, 2006, at Life Care Center. She was a homemaker. Surviving are a son, Bobby Perry; a brother, Enoch Perry; and one grandchild. Service is 11 a.m. Thursday at Ellis Funeral Home, 1021 E. Lewis St., with calling from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday. Burial in Lindenwood Cemetery.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

RICHARD W. PINKERTON, 69, of Keystone, Ind., died Saturday, June 3, 2006. Arrangements by Thoma/ Rich, Hewitt & Chaney Funeral Home, 308 W. Washington St, Bluffton.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
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Lloyd C. Ramel, 62, passed away Sunday, December 18, 2016 at Lutheran Hospital. Surviving are his wife of 24 years, Elise Ramel of Fort Wayne, daughter, Clare Ramel of Fort Wayne; siblings, Carol (Dan) Guse of Fort Wayne, Jeanne Ramel of Columbia City, Liz (Alan) Arvola, Joyce (Bil) Savio both of Churubusco, Sue (Alan) VanHouten of Coesse; uncle Charles Ramel of Columbia City; along with seven nieces and nephews. Lloyd was preceded in death by his brother George Ramel.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana, December 20, 2016
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CHARLES A. ROBINSON, 85, of Fort Wayne, passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2006, at Heritage Park Nursing Home. Born in Atlanta, Ga. he came to Fort Wayne in 1927 and attended Central High School. He was a World War II veteran serving in the U.S. Army. For many years he worked for the United States Postal Service and Wolf & Dessauer retiring in 1989. Surviving are three sons, Charles S. (Beth) of Fort Wayne, Michael L. (Viola) of Greensboro, N.C., and Miles A. (Gina) of Pasadena, Calif.; two daughters, Garnet Esters of Homestead, Fla. and Valerie Esters of Aurora, Colo.; five grandchildren; and two great grandchildren; along with a host of other relatives and friends. Service is 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 7, 2006 at Ellis Funeral Home, 1021 E. Lewis St., with calling one hour prior to service. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
ROBINSON, CHARLES A: Service is 1 p.m. today, June 7, 2006 at Ellis Funeral Home 1021 E. Lewis St., with calling one hour prior to service.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/5/2006 - 6/7/2006. Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

Richard A. Rodemeyer, 90, passed away Friday, December 23, 2016. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN, on April 27, 1926, the son of late W. Arthur and Selma Rodemeyer. Richard worked as a Building Superintendent with the Scottish Rite for 25 years, retiring in 1988. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46804.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana, December 23, 2016
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JAMES H. ROGERS, 74, of Bluffton, died Monday, June 5, 2006. Arrangements by Glancy Funeral Homes, Walker Chapel, Montpelier.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006. Contributed by Rick Berkheiser

JACOB W. "JACK" ROMANECK, 86, of Paducah, Ky., passed away Friday, June 2, 2006 in Western Baptist Hospital. He was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church, an active member of the Knights of Columbus, Lourdes Hospital volunteer, U.S. Army World War II veteran, was owner/operator of the Red Wing Shoe Store, an avid golfer and former member of Rolling Hills Country Club. Surviving are wife, Marcella "Tibbet" Romaneck of Paducah; daughters, Mary Ann (Thomas) Lucas of Moorpark, Calif., and Joan (Philip) Manning of Ortonville, Mich.; son-in-law, Robert Whitaker of Frankfort, Ky.; sisters, Victoria Walzer of Hudson, Ind., and Betty Wisniewski of Fort Wayne; and grandchildren, Tyler and Michael Whitaker of Frankfort, Ky., and Morgan Lucas of Moorpark, Calif. He was preceded in death by parents, Jacob and Mary (Noshian) Romaneck; and daughter, Gloria Jane Whitaker. Mass of Christian Burial is 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, prayers at 9:30 a.m. till Mass. The Rev. J. Patrick Reynolds officiating. Calling is from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the church. Memoials to St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 5645 Blandville Rd., Paducah, Ky., 42001, and Lourdes Hospital Foundation, 1530 Lone Oak Rd, Paducah, Ky, 42003. www.milnerandorr.com
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
ROMANECK, JACOB W. "JACK": Mass of Christian Burial is 11 a.m. today at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, prayers at 9:30 a.m. till Mass.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
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ESTHER G. ROSS, 87, of Fort Wayne, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2006 at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home. She was born Nov. 27, 1918 the daughter of the late Emil and Hattie Ross, in Chicago, Ill. She was a teacher for 45 years in Colorado and at Concordia High School retiring in 1984. She was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran, she volunteered at church, also Historical Society, Gingerbread Festival, and Concordia Seminary. Serviving are friends, Tom and Marie Havens; and several cousins. Service is 2 p.m. Wednesday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 3425 Crescent Ave., with calling one hour prior to service. Calling also from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Road. Entombment at Concordia Gardens. Memorials to Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home or Holy Cross Lutheran Church.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
ROSS, ESTHER G.: Service is 2 p.m. today at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 3425 Crescent Ave., with calling one hour prior to service. Arrangements by Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Road.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/6/2006 - 6/7/2006.
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ROSSWURM, Mrs. Josephine - Funeral services will be held this morning at 9:30 o'clock (CDT) at St. Rose Catholic Church in Monroeville, Rev. Theodore V. Fettig officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana, June 2, 1939
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VAN WERT: Ray D. Sanner, 73, at 5:50 a.m. EDT Wednesday at Van Wert County Hospital He was a retired ?? driver and World War II Navy veteran. His wife, Marietta, died in 1968. Surviving are a son, Richard; five brothers, Bearl of Ft. Myers, Fla., William of Irwin, Pa., Robert of Hyndman, Pa., Harry of Greencastle, ?? and Glenn of Las Vegas; and two sisters, Betty Longstreath, and Edna Beal of ? Heights, Ohio. Services at 2 p.m. (1 p.m. Fort Wayne time) Friday at Brickner Funeral Home, Van Wert. Viewing from noon until service time Friday. Burial in St. John Cemetery, Delphos.
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; October 11, 1990
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DeWAYNE F. SCHLOSSER, 68, of Pleasant Lake, died Monday, June 5, 2006. Arrangements by Feller Funeral Home, Waterloo.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
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TIMOTHY J. SCHMUCKER, infant son of Steve and Arlene Schmucker of Woodburn, passed away Monday, June 5, 2006, at Parkview. Also surviving are sisters, Becky, Deborah and Julia, all at home; grandparents, Joseph and Rosa Graber of New Haven and Peter and Annetta Schmucker of Harlan; and great-grandparents, Emma Wagler and John and Sarah Graber, all of Grabill, and Menno Schwartz of New Haven. Funeral service is 9 a.m. today at 19427 Notestine Road, Woodburn, where viewing is until time of service. Burial in East Scipio (Old Order Amish). Arrangements by Hockemeyer Funeral Home, Harlan.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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ERNA W. SCHUMM, 93, of Convoy, died Sunday, June 4, 2006 in Van Wert County Hospital. She was born Oct. 3, 1912 in Adams County the daughter of the late Anna (Haugk) and William J. Klenk. She was a homemaker and formerly worked at Betty's Restaurant, Convoy, Pete's IGA, Convoy, Williman's IGA and Rager's Meats, both of Van Wert. She was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Convoy, and Van Wert Chapter Red Hatters, Avid Tatter and Embroiderer. She also enjoyed Church, singing, gardening, cooking and bingo. Surviving are children, Ralph (Na Donna) Schumm of Bluffton, Richard (Ann) Schumm, Ronald (Shirley) Schumm, both of Van Wert, David (Lois) Schumm of Thousand Oaks, Calif, and Mary (James) Van Fleet of Westerville, Ohio; and sister, Alma Springer of Ossian; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her former husband, Arthur W. Schumm; brothers, William, Arthur, Karl, and Ferd Klenk; and sister, Johanna Weber. Service is 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Redeemer Lutheran Church, with The Rev. Michael Saylor officiating, with calling one hour prior to service at the church. Calling is also from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Gearhart, Mack & Jurczyk Funeral Home, Convoy. Burial in Convoy I.O.O.F Cemetery. Memorials to Redeemer Lutheran Church Radio Broadcast or Van Wert Area Visiting Nurses Assn.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
SCHUMM, ERNA W.: Service is 10:30 a.m. today at Redeemer Lutheran Church, with calling one hour prior to service at the church. Arrangements by Gearhart, Mack & Jurczyk Funeral Home, Convoy.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/7/2006 - 6/10/2006.
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MARGUERITA SCOTT, 83, of Howe, died Sunday, June 4, 2006. Arrangements by Frurip-May Funeral Home, 309 W. Michigan St., LaGrange.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
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WILLIAM F. "FRANK" SIMS, 80, of Ney, Ohio, died Sunday, June 4, 2006. Arrangements by Krill Funeral Service, 860W. Mullberry St., Bryan.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/5/2006.
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TIMOTHY C. SISCO, 18, of Bluffton, formerly of Fremont, died Monday, June 5, 2006. Arrangements by Beams Funeral Home, 200 W. Toledo St., Fremont.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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SLEVIN, Paul - Funeral services will be held Saturday morning at 9 o'clock at St. Paul's Catholic Church in Marion. Burial will be in the Marion I. O. O. F. cemetery.
Journal-Gazette, Allen County, Indiana; June 2, 1939
Contributed by Karin King

Robert J. "Bobby Joe" Spieth, 71 years old of New Haven, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2016 at his residence. His death was unexpected and was of natural causes. He was born on Tuesday, October 9, 1945 in Allen County, Indiana the son of the late Russell C. Spieth and the late Agnes L. (Gerardot) Spieth. Bobby Joe was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church, Besancon in New Haven where he served as an usher. He was a graduate of Bishop Luers High School in 1964. Bobby Joe was a retired Allen County farmer and enjoyed woodworking & gardening. In recent years, he grew to enjoy long drives in the country, especially during farming season courtesy of his Visiting Angels. Surviving are several cousins and his church family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12 noon on Monday, December 19, 2016 at St. Louis Catholic Church, Besancon with Fr. Ben Muhlenkamp officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Louis Catholic Cemetery, Besancon. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral mass on Monday at the church. Preferred memorials are Masses.
Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Adams County, Indiana, December 17, 2016
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BETTY L. STAHL, 70, of Fort Wayne, passed away Tuesday, June 6, 2006, at Hospice Home. Born May 3, 1936, in Huntington, she was a homemaker and a loving wife and mother to her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Robert L. Stahl Sr. of Fort Wayne; a daughter, Stephannie (Brady) Edwards of Fort Wayne; sons, Robert (Krista) Stahl Jr., Timothy (Tami) Stahl and Matthew (Peggy) Stahl, all of Fort Wayne; sisters, Jean Meyers of Huntington, Bonnie Forney of Huntington and June Webber of Raymond, Wash.; 13 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Parker; and a daughter-in-law, Joy Stahl. Funeral service is 2 p.m. Friday, with visitation one hour prior, at Covington Memorial Funeral Home, 8408 Covington Road. The Rev. Mark Klinepeter officiating. Visitation also from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial in Glenwood Cemetery, Roanoke. Memorials to Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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Glenn E. Stauffer, 79, 1325 Greencroft Drive, died at 11:54 p.m. Tuesday in Goshen General Hospital where he had been admitted earlier in the day. He was born June 3, 1914 in Onekama, Mich. He married Mary I. Pepple August 26, 1944. She died Oct. 24, 1980. He then married Elma Eichorn July 2, 1989. She survives. He was a 1939 graduate of Manchester College and a 1950 graduate of the Bethany Seminary in Chicago. He was a retired minister and chemist, and had worked at Miles Inc. for more than 20 years. He was a member of Waterford Mennonite Church. Also surviving are two daughters, Martha (Mrs. Terry) Thompson, Milford, and Carolyn (Mrs. Lester) Krull, Nappanee; a son, Harvey, Elkhart; a stepdaughter, Barbara Eichorn, Goshen; two stepsons, Galen and Lewis Eichorn, both of Sturgis, Mich.; eight grandchildren and eight step-grandchildren; and a brother, John of Trotwood, Ohio. He was preceded in death by a sister. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday in Waterford Mennonite Church. The Rev. Lloyd L. Miller and the Rev. Willis Breckbill from the church will officiate, along with the Rev. Roger Eberly from Wakarusa Church of the Brethren. Burial will be in Violett Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the American Diabetes Association and the Waterford Mennonite Church Building Fund.
Goshen News, Elkhart County, Indiana; June 16, 1993
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RICHARD A. SWIHART, 55, of Huntington, died Saturday, June 3, 2006. Arrangements by Bailey-Love Mortuary, Huntington.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
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BETTY H. HARRISON THENA, 82, of Fort Wayne, died Saturday, June 03, 2006 at Lutheran Hospital. Born in Milwaukee, Wis., she was a Preschool Teacher with First Presbyterian Church for 14 years. She was a Jubilee member of First Presbyterian Church since 1951, Honorary Chapter member PSI IOTA XI, and Church elder. Survivors include daughter, Margaret Thena of Fort Wayne; son, Brian (Elaine) Thena of Easley, S.C.; two grandchildren, Michael C. Thena of Fort Wayne, and William R. Thena of Kakawlin, Mich; two great-grandchildren, Matthew Thena, and Cole Thena. She was preceded in death by her husband Frederick C. in 1992. Memorial Service 11 a.m. Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church McMillen Chapel, 300 W. Wayne St. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue. Memorials to First Presbyterian Church or Smock Foundation.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/4/2006 - 6/5/2006.
THENA, BETTY H. HARRISON: Memorial service is 11 a.m. today at First Presbyterian Church McMillen Chapel, 300 W. Wayne St. Arrangements by D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) from 6/5/2006 - 6/6/2006.
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BERNIECE G. THRIFT, 104, of Huntington, died Saturday, June 3, 2006. Arrangements by Myers Funeral Home, Huntington Chapel.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
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RUTH M. WEIKEL, 94, of Fort Wayne, died Sunday, June 4, 2006, at Hospice Home, with her family at her side. Born Nov. 5, 1911, in Elyria, Ohio, she had worked for Franks Dry Goods and Allen County Auditors Office, retiring in 1974. She was a special lady giving love, care and inspiration to all who knew her. She was the last of her generation in her family and will be missed. She was a member of Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne Chapter 432 O.E.S. and Daughters of the Nile. Surviving are son, John S. (Kay) Weikel Jr. of Indianapolis; daughter, Beverly (Dave) Weimer of Fort Wayne; granddaughters, Mindy (Tim) Bates of Fort Wayne, Cobi (Scott) Ingram of St. Louis, Mo., and Christine (Darrin) Long of Morgantown; grandsons, Dennis (Paula) Weimer, Jim Weimer and John (Angie) Weimer, all of Fort Wayne and Dan (Tricia) Hignight of Fisher; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, John S. Weikel Sr., in 1994; two brothers; and one sister. Funeral service is 11 a.m. Wednesday at Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 631B W. California Road, with visitation one hour prior to service. The Rev. Tim Edwards officiating. Visitation also from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Home, Wayne Street Chapel, 420 W. Wayne St. Burial in Lindenwood Cemetery. Preferred memorials to Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home or Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/6/2006.
WEIKEL, RUTH M.: Funeral service is 11 a.m. today at Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 631B W. California Road, with visitation one hour prior to service. Arrangements by Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Home, Wayne Street Chapel, 420 W. Wayne St.
Published in the Fort Wayne Newspapers (Allen County, Indiana) on 6/7/2006.
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William "Bill" J. Woods, 60, passed away Friday, December 16, 2016. Surviving are his children Jessica Cannon, Jacob and James Woods, Rebekah Blizzard, Nathaniel Woods, siblings, Georgiana Whitesel, Timothy, Mary Bianski, Woodrow, Jody Gibson, 11 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, Bill was preceded in death by his parents William Junior and Mary Ruth Woods. Service is 1 pm Tuesday, December 20, at The Journey A Free Methodist Cong, 3536 W. Wallen Rd, calling one hour prior.
D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Home, Allen County, Indiana, December 18, 2016
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