Steven W. Gorsuch, 54, Cromwell, passed away on May 15, 2019. He was born to the Roy “Dean” Gorsuch and Lexie Duesler in Goshen. He is survived by two daughters: Cia Gorsuch of Ligonier; and Kaylie Gorsuch of Fort Wayne; two sons: Griffen Gorsuch of Columbia City; and Tyler Gorsuch of Fort Wayne; his mother; …read more.

MaryAnn Orr, 96, Warsaw, passed away at 9:55 a.m., Wednesday, May 15, 2019, in her residence. She was born on July 15, 1922, to Oscar and Hazel (Unger) Morgan and grew up on a farm near Plymouth. After graduating from Lapaz High School, she worked at Kingsbury Munitions. On Sept. 30, 1945, she married the love …read more.

Seth W. Kelich, 16, North Webster, passed away at 2:55 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born on June 2, 2002, in Kokomo, to Anthony W. Kelich and Abby N. Bass. He moved to the North Webster area eight years ago from Kokomo and was …read more.

Ryan M. Hisey, 31, Rochester, passed away at May 15, 2019. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Patricia A. “Tish” Blackburn, 79, of Rochester, passed away at 7:07 p.m., Wednesday, May 15, 2019, at her residence. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Carlene A. Snipes, 84, Rochester, passed away at 5:15 p.m., May 16, 2019, at the Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester.  Arrangements will be announced late Friday afternoon and are currently pending in the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Letitia K. “Tish” Clevenger, 78, formerly of Syracuse, passed away at 5:15 a.m. on Friday, May 17, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Warsaw, IN. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse.

Kyle Frederick Cunningham, 80, Kimmell, passed away at home on Wednesday, May 15, 2019, surrounded by his family. He was born on Aug. 26, 1938, to Frederick and Rose Cunningham in Ligonier. On Oct. 26, 2006, he married Jean (Maloney) Speaker in Anderson, S.C. He was a lifetime area resident living in both Ligonier and …read more.

MaryAnn Orr, 96, Etna Green, passed away at 9:55 a.m., Wednesday, May 15, 2019, in her residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Lowell D. Culp, 81, Syracuse, passed away at 11:13 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2019, at Good Shepherd Hospice in Sebring, Fla. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse

Norman Munson, 84, Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at his home.  He was born on Jan 21, 1935, in Warsaw to the late Charles and Mable Munson. Funeral service will be 5 p.m., Friday, May 17, at New Life Tabernacle, 609 Patty Lane, Kendallville, with visitation from 2 p.m. until time …read more.

Seth Kelich, 16, North Webster, passed away at 2:55 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster

Mrs. Hannah Jane Nolen, 63, Rochester, passed away at 1:20 a.m., Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at Hickory Creek of Winamac. On June 9, 1955, Hannah Jane Mitchell was born in Fulton County. She was a cherished daughter of  Adolph and Miriam Alice Dersham Mitchell.  Growing up she shared her childhood with a sister Priscilla.  As …read more.

DJ Eckert, 46, Warsaw, passed away at 1:15 a.m., Monday, May 13, 2019, in his residence. He was born March 20, 1973, to Michael Eckert and Tony Howard in Greenville, Ohio. He was a fun loving life kind of guy, who loved to cook and was very passionate about it. Those who had the pleasure …read more.

Richard D. Wysong, 92, New Paris, died 10:45 a.m. Sunday, May 12, 2019, at his residence.  He was born Aug. 16, 1926, in New Paris to Harvey & Wilma (Smith) Wysong.  On Nov. 25, 1951, he married Virginia (Schroeder) Wysong. Surviving are his wife, Virginia, Courtyard of Goshen; children, Judy (Michael) Stull, Goshen; David (Karen) …read more.

James L. Doyle, 84, Warsaw, passed away at 9:22 p.m., Monday, May 13, 2019, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. He was born on July 21, 1934, in Tolono, Ill. to Bernard M. and Helen M. (Mathews) Doyle. On Sept. 8, 1962, he was united in marriage to Katherine L. Zeiger in Bremen. He faithfully served his country …read more.

DJ Eckert, 46, Warsaw, passed away Monday, May 13, 2019, at 1:15 a.m. in his residence. Arrangements are pending McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To Sign the Guestbook or Send a Condolence go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Gary Dean “Merf” Robbins, 73, Pierceton, passed away at 10:44 a.m. on Sunday, May 12, 2019, at his home. He was born on May 4, 1946, in Warsaw, to Roswell and Alice (Johnston) Robbins. He graduated in 1964 from Sidney High School and enlisted in the United States Marines Corps and served from Nov. 6, …read more.

Ronald R. Spaulding Jr., 53, Warsaw, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2019, as a result of a bicycle accident. He was born Jan. 12, 1966, in Warsaw to Ronald Sr. and Gail (Sullivan) Spaulding. He had a big heart, good sense of humor and enjoyed making people laugh. He liked being outside, working with crafts …read more.

  Adam Isai Abad, 16, Ligonier, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 11, 2019. He was born on April 16, 2003, the son of Javier Abad and Sarai Zayago in Elkhart. Adam attended West Noble High School and was very athletic. He had wrestled, played soccer, and basketball. Adam was also very talented and musically …read more.

Sandra K. Haviland, 77, of Syracuse passed away on May 11, 2019 at her home. She was born on July 11, 1941 in Syracuse to William & Anna (Stabler) Hess. On June 27, 1960 she married Larry E. Haviland who survives. She was a past Worthy Matron of the Eastern Star. Along with her husband …read more.

  Rashel Park, 39, Milford, passed away in her residence at 6:02 a.m., May 10, 2019.  She was born on March 17, 1980, to Ron and Mary Alice (Skeans) Park in Warsaw. She was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County. She is survived by her mother, Mary Alice Park of Milford; father, Ron (Spouse Christine) …read more.

George Oliver Vitaniemi, 79, Warsaw, passed away at 6:24 a.m., Monday, May 13, 2019, in his residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Robert O. Smith, Sr., 73 and a resident of Warsaw, passed away quietly on Wednesday, May 8, 2019, at 7:20 a.m. in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. He was the son of Frank and Callie (Anglin) Smith and was born in Bradshaw Mountain, W. Va. He was a graduate of Warsaw Community High School and was …read more.

Donna Louise (Sheline) Nicolai, 64, passed from this earthly life into her heavenly life with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 11, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Syracuse. She was born Nov. 11, 1954, at Elkhart General Hospital to Donald and Carolyn (Saggars) Sheline. On May 7, 1978, she married Lowell Nicolai. They later …read more.

Eric D. Miller, 74, Macy, passed away at 3:50 a.m. Thursday May 9, 2019, in Macy. He was born on Nov. 30, 1944, in Elwood, the son of Imel and Dorothy (Hoover) Miller. He served as Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War specializing in Survival Instructions. Eric owned and …read more.

  Marilyn L. Perry, 88, Milford, passed away at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 9, 2019, at Goshen Hospital in Goshen. She was born on Nov. 18, 1930, in Nappanee, to Jacob Harold and Florence Opal (Clayton) Myers. She lived most of her life in Milford and graduated in 1948 from Milford High School. She …read more.

Donna K. Barth, 58, Columbia City, formerly of Syracuse, passed away at 4:11 a.m. on Friday, May 10, 2019, at her sister’s home in Ligonier. She was born on July 18, 1960, in Detroit, Mich. to Bradley and Jerry (Korzenborn) Tingley. She graduated in 1978 from Wawasee High School in Syracuse and in 1997 from …read more.

Gary Robbins, 73, Pierceton, passed away at 10:44 a.m. on Sunday, May 12, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw.

Mary L. Thomas passed away at 1:55 a.m., Friday, May 10, 2019, in Fort Wayne’s Lutheran Hospital. Age 68 at the time of her passing, she was a longtime Warsaw resident who will be missed by many. She was born on Dec. 5, 1950, in Huntington. One of two children, she was the daughter of …read more.

Junior Young, 81, a lifetime Warsaw, resident passed away at 3:35 p.m., May 12, 2019, in Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending with Cory Benz at Titus Funeral Home. Please visit www.titusfuneralhome.com for more information.

Christina (Guardiola) Espinoza, 89, a beautiful, loving mother, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2019, in Visiting Nurse Hospice Home, Fort Wayne. The daughter of Jose and Maria Guardiola, she was born on July 24, 1929 in San Marcos, Texas. She was a lifelong resident of Kosciusko County and was the matriarch of the Espinoza family. She was …read more.

Rashel Park, 39, Milford, passed away at 6:02 a.m., May 10, 2019, in her residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw.

Susan Kay Bradshaw, 68, of Goshen died Friday, May 10, 2019. She was born June 25, 1950, in Mishawaka to Robert D. and Berniece (Biesbroeck) Lightner. Survivors include four sons: Dean (Tammie) Bradshaw of Warsaw, Michael (Sheryl) Bradshaw of North Webster, Charles (Stephanie) Bradshaw of New Paris and James (Katie) Bradshaw of Elkhart; 10 grandchildren: …read more.

Kevin Galloway, 69, of Syracuse passed away on May 6, 2019 at his home.  Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home.

William T. Davis, age 67, of Warsaw and formerly of Nappanee, passed away Friday, May 10, 2019, at 11:33 a.m. in Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw. Arrangements ae currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Phyllis “Jean” Duzan, 87, of  Warsaw was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 8:20 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, 2019, at Kosciusko County Hospital. On Sept. 11, 1931, she was born in Rochester to Lee and Lillie Mikesell Holloway. Growing up as the ninth of 12 children, she shared her childhood with seven …read more.

  Zanna Davisson Daniels, 97, Rochester, passed peacefully in her sleep on May 9, 2019, at Wynnfield Crossing in Rochester. She was born Aug. 13, 1921 to Harold Bell and Ruth McCarty Davisson, also of Rochester. She was proceeded in death by her parents and loving husband of over 58 years, Charles Garwood (Garry) Daniels …read more.

Neppisee Lena “Neppi” Harman, 92, Celina, Ohio, died at 10:05 p.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2019, at Celina Manor in Celina. She was born June 5, 1926, in Wabash, to Norman Rhoads and Hazel (Kumley) Gray. She was a 1944 graduate of Wabash High School, and attended Frankfort Pilgrim College in Frankfort. She first married Ernest …read more.

Doris Joy, 84, Pierceton, passed away at 6:05 p.m., Thursday, May 9, 2019, in Parkview Whitley, Columbia City.  She was born on July 18, 1934, in Whitley County to Charles and Martha (Lock) Rush. She lived all of her life in the Whitley County and Kosciusko County area.  She was united in marriage to Robert …read more.

Loma Ilene Reed, 92, South Whitley, died peacefully at her home at 11 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, 2019. She was born July 29, 1926, in Dekalb County, a daughter of the late William Albert and Minnie (Sponhauer) Musser. Her formative years were spent in Auburn where she graduated from Auburn High School in 1944. On …read more.

Dustin A. Carty, 39, Syracuse, passed away at 8:31 a.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2019, in Warsaw.  He was born on Dec. 14, 1979, in Crawfordsville, to Keith and Denise (Reffitt) Carty. He is survived by his wife Bianca of 14 years. He was a professional truck driver with over 15 years of experience. He was currently …read more.

Dennis D. Young, 67, North Manchester, passed in his home at 5:54 a.m., May 9, 2019. Born on Jan. 23, 1952, in Warsaw, he was one of seven children born to Donald S. and Deloris J. (Whittenberger) Young. After graduating from Manchester High in 1970, he married the love of his life Debra “Debbie” Reed on …read more.

Phyllis “Jean” Duzan, 87,  Warsaw passed away at 8:20 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8, 2019, at Kosciusko County Hospital. On Sept. 11, 1931, Phyllis Jean was born in Rochester to Lee and Lillie Mikesell Holloway. Jean and Robert H. Duzan were married on June 17, 1951. They shared 37 years of life’s adventures. Sadly, he passed away on June …read more.

Mr. Dennis O. Reichard, 65, of Rochester passed away at 2:41 a.m. on Wednesday, May 8, 2019, at his residence. Left to the cherish the memories of Dennis are his wife, Cindy; daughter, Ashley M. Gibbons and husband Austin of Rochester; twin granddaughters, Lillian M.  and Madeline K. Gibbons; and sister, Nancy Reinholt and husband Dennis of …read more.

Mr. Kirt W. Weakman  46 was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away on April 21, 2019, at  Spectrum Health Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  This followed a valiant two year battle with glioblastoma multiforme brain cancer. In Rochester,   Kirt William Weakman was born on Oct. 19, 1972.  He was a treasured son of William  F. …read more.

Mary Charlotte Smith, 82, formerly of Rochester, South Bend, and Bremen, passed away at 9:40 a.m., Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community of North Manchester. In Rochester, on May 14, 1936, Mary Charlotte Hiatt was born. She was the cherished daughter of John Norman and Mary Launer Hiatt. Growing up she shared her childhood with her twin brother …read more.

  Margaret J. Yeater, 96, Fenton, Mich., passed away at 11:34 p.m., Tuesday, May 7, 2019, in Crestmont Nursing Care Center of Fenton, Mich. She was born on April 11, 1923 in Akron, to Gordon and Edith (Vandermark) Young.  In 1968 she moved to Michigan and moved back to Warsaw in 1989. She was united in marriage …read more.

Michael T. Cross, 73, Rochester, passed away at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, May 5, 2019, at Life Care Center of Rochester. He was born on Dec. 31, 1945, in Kokomo, the son of Vassil “Curly” and Evelyn “Evie” (Loar) Cross. Mr. Cross served in the United States Army and had worked at Delco-Remy and Standard Packing …read more.

Dustin A. Carty, 39, Syracuse, passed away at 8:31 a.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2019. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

William Joseph Heiman, 81, passed away on May 7, 2019, in Warsaw. He was born on March 29, 1938, In Warsaw, to Anthony and Sophia (Uhlenhake) Heiman. He established, owned, and operated Heiman Construction for over 40 years and received numerous awards for excellence in concrete construction. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting pheasant, …read more.

Margaret J. Yeater, 96, Fenton, Mich. passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, in Fenton, Michigan. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

William “Bill” Heiman, 81, Warsaw, passed away at 10:18 a.m., in Paddock Springs Health Campus, Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Mary Charlotte Smith, 82, formerly of Rochester, passed away at 9:40 a.m., Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community of North Manchester. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Paul Reid, 76, Ligonier, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2019, at his home. He was born on October 7, 1942, the son of Chet and Irene (Shultz) Reid. On Aug. 1, 1965, he married Clarene Reid; she preceded him in death on April 7, 2012. He is survived by two daughters, Suzanne “Suzy” Campbell …read more.

Kathy D. Vermillion, 61, Tippecanoe Lake, Leesburg, passed away at 2:25 p.m., May 6, 2019, in her residence. She was born Feb. 19, 1958, to Jacob and Sylvia (Miller) Hostetler in Bremen. She is survived by her husband Robert of 35 years. She was an industrial sewer as well as a homemaker. In addition to …read more.

Jackie “Jack” Lee Alderfer, 70, Servia, passed at 3:45 p.m., Sunday, May 5, 2019, at his daughter’s home in Macy. He was born on May 9, 1948, in Rochester, to Merle and Julia (Coleman) Alderfer. He worked for the Kralis Brothers, Wilson’s Fertilizer and Grain, and the Rochester Street Dept. He always enjoyed fishing. He is …read more.

Kathy Vermillion, age 61, Tippecanoe Lake, Leesburg, passed away at 2:25 p.m., in her residence. Arrangements are pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Sophia Everett, 96, Syracuse, passed away on May 3, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital. She was born on Dec. 14, 1922, in Snowflake, Va. to Charlie and Lilly (Nash) Strong. A Syracuse resident, she also lived in the Kimmell area for several years, having also lived in Muncie. She is lovingly survived by her four …read more.

David A. Sawesky Sr., 74, Warsaw, passed away on May 4, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital. He was born on Feb. 28, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio to Bob and Jean Weschke. He was a veteran having served Honorably in the US Navy. On April 17, 1970, he married Charlene Martin who survives. He lived in …read more.

Kevin Galloway, 69, Syracuse passed away on May 6, 2019, at his home.  Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home.

  Mitchell “Mitch” Ray Titus, 47, Warsaw, sadly passed away unexpectedly Sunday, May 5, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne, from injuries sustained in a workplace accident. He was born on April 30, 1972, in Wabash County, Indiana to Mary L. (Ward) Thomas and the late Jerry L. Titus. On April 6, 2013, he …read more.

Angeline “Ann” L. Yarian within 28 days of 100 years old, passed away peacefully May 3, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw with her grandchildren by her side. She was born May 31, 1919, the daughter of Floyd F. and Edith Burnworth Walters at North Manchester. She was a graduate of Wabash High School …read more.

Edwina Grace “Win” Sroufe, 75, North Webster, passed away at 4:50 p.m. on Thursday, May 2, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Syracuse. She was born on Dec. 14, 1943, in Beach Grove to Edward Robert and Irene (Balint) Eves. She graduated from North Western High School in Kokomo and attended International Business College in …read more.

Elizabeth Anne Walker, 60, Kendallville, passed away at 11:22 a.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2019, at her parent’s home in Kendallville. She was born on July 20, 1958 in Kendallville, to Thomas E. and Vonetta A. (Green) Trowbridge. She grew up in Churubusco and graduated in 1976 from Carroll High School in Fort Wayne. She …read more.

Linda Marie Novello, 74, North Webster, passed away at 4:39 a.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at her home. She was born on Dec. 19, 1944, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Everett James and Grace (Gallagher) Pierce. She grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, graduated from Downers Grove High School and attended Mr. Robert’s Beauty School in …read more.

Richard “Dick” W. Ludwig 80, Rochester, passed away at 3 p.m. Friday, May 3, 2019, at his residence. He was born on April 27, 1939, in Rochester, the son of Ralph R. and Lillian (Wilson) Ludwig. On May 27, 1988, in Gas City, with the Rev. Teal Younce officiating, he married Marjorie A. (Tiseo) Brainerd …read more.

Lois Ann Click, 78, Winona Lake, passed away at 2:18 p.m. on Monday, April 29, 2019, at her home. She was born on July 5, 1940, in Prestonsburg, Ky., to Wayne Curtis and Surilda (Poe) LeMaster. She grew up in Prestonsburg and was married on Jan. 17, 1959, in Prestonsburg, Ky. to Clyde Click who …read more.

Linda Marie Novello, 74, North Webster, passed away at 4:39 a.m. Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at her home. She was born on Dec. 19, 1944, in Cleveland, OH, to Everett James & Grace (Gallagher) Pierce. She grew up in Cleveland, OH, graduated from Downers Grove High School and attended Mr. Robert’s Beauty School in Downers …read more.

Elizabeth Anne (Trowbridge) Walker, 60, Kendallville, formerly of Churubusco, passed away at 11:22 a.m. Saturday, May 4, 2019 at her parent’s home in Kendallville. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, IN.

Nekia T. (McCloskey) Hedstrom, 39, Lakeville, died at 9:44 a.m. Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at St. Joseph Regional Med Center, Mishawaka. She was born March 10, 1980, in Goshen, to Philip McCloskey and Kalonie (Donat) Loucks. Surviving are her fiancé: Joseph Ankrom, Lakeville; siblings: Bobby (Hilda) Young, Rockville; Angel Francis, Elkhart; Travis Loucks, Goshen; Marley …read more.

Kevin Kennedy, 52, Milford, passed away Monday, April 29, 2019, in Goshen Hospital. He survived by his aunt, Peggy Owens of Warsaw. Services will be private. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw is entrusted with arrangements. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Edwina Grace Sroufe, 75, North Webster, passed away at 4:50 p.m. on Thursday, May 2, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Syracuse. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, St. Rd 13 7 Cr 500N, North Webster

Donna Beeson, 85, Winona Lake, and a longtime resident of Vincennes, died Wednesday, May 1, 2019. She was born March 25, 1934, in Hartford City, the daughter of Elwood and Geneva (Whybrew) Farr. She graduated from Hartford City High School in 1952 and worked at the Free Methodist denominational headquarters in Winona Lake before marrying …read more.

Joan A. Cox, 92, Warsaw, passed away at 10:15 a.m., Wednesday, May 1, 2019, in Warsaw. She was born in Montpelier, Ohio on July 2, 1926, to Alfred and Theresa (Smith) Grant. She was united in marriage to Ellis N. Cox on March 2, 1946, in Montpelier, Ohio. She was a resident in Warsaw for …read more.

Johnnie D. Sparks, 89, Ligonier, passed away at 2:08 p.m., Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at his home in Ligonier. He was born on Aug. 4, 1929, the son of Clyde Sparks and Delphi (Belcher) Payne. On Jan. 17, 1954, he married Barbara Mullins; she survives. He is survived by two sons: Timothy Sparks of Topeka; …read more.

Evelyn Louise Williams, 100, North Manchester, died at 10:40 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center. She was born Dec. 6, 1918, at Wabash County, to Carl R. and Neva (Shaffer) Foster. She graduated from Chester High School and later met Dale Williams on a blind date arranged by her mother. They were …read more.

Elsie M. Kats, 84,Rochester, passed at 3:20 pm, Sunday, April 28, 2019, at her residence. She was born on May 28, 1934, in Hindman, Ky. to Sam and Rose (Smith) Howard. She married in 1951 to Richard F. Harding and they later divorced. He preceded her in death on Sept. 6, 2012. She retired from …read more.

Robert “Bob” E.  Koedyker, 80, Warsaw, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2019, in his residence.  He was born on May 13, 1938, in Gary, to Deloris Gillis and Hank Koedyker. He was raised in Winona Lake and lived most of his life in Kosciusko County.  He was united in marriage on Aug. 8, 1959, in …read more.

Bonnie L. Brandon, 91, Goshen, formerly of Syracuse, passed away at 11:50 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2019, (her 91st birthday) at her daughter’s home in Elkhart. She was born April 30, 1928, in Hamilton to Dwight F. and Vera M. (Heller) Haughey. She grew up in Hamilton, graduated in 1946 from Hamilton High School, …read more.

Robert Koedyker, 80, Warsaw, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2019, in his residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Linda Novello, North Webster, passed away at 4:39 a.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, St. Rd 13 & CR 500N, North Webster

Ronald Ray Heffner, 86, Kimmell, passed away at 2:05 p.m., Friday, April 26, 2019, at Northridge Village in Albion. He was born on Aug. 25, 1932, the son of Ray and Mildred (Huff) Heffner. On June 8, 1953, he married Peggy J. Robinson; she preceded him in death on June 17, 2014. He is survived …read more.

Roy G. Lewis, 66, Pierceton, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born on Dec. 20, 1952, in Hazel Park, Mich. to Glen Allen and Beulah (Music) Lewis. He grew up in Kentucky, attended public schools there, and moved to the Pierceton area several years …read more.

Richard Pletcher passed away Feb. 16, 2014 and Letha on February 16, 2019. They were joined in marriage on July 14, 1942.  They were blessed with nearly 72 years of marriage, most of which was while living in Pierceton.  From that marriage came two children, a daughter Rebecca and a son Clinton. Preceding them in …read more.

Bonnie L. Brandon, 91, Goshen, formerly of Syracuse, passed away at 11:50 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2019, at her daughter’s home in Elkhart. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St. Syracuse

Donald G. Stidams, 71, Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2019, surrounded by family after a short battle with small-cell lung cancer. He was born in Salem to the late Delbert and Tilda (Davidson) Stidams, and grew up in New Paris, attending New Paris school in the Goshen, and North Webster areas. He …read more.

Jane C. DeRolf, 76, North Webster, passed away at 5:19 a.m. on Monday, April 29, 2019, at her home. She was born on Aug. 6, 1942, in Hammond to Charles and Dorothy (Thorpe) Kaufman. She grew up in Hammond, graduated in 1960 from Hammond High School and attended Hammond Business College. She was married on …read more.

Rochester resident, Mrs. Helen L. Bitterling, 96 years, 1 month  and 15 days, departed this life,  8 a.m. Thursday, April 25, 2019, in Bowling Green, Ky. On March 10, 1923, Helen Louise Conn was born in Winamac.  She was a treasured daughter of  Rufus and Katie Hoch Conn. Growing up as the second youngest of the Conn …read more.

Julie Ann Shaw-Popenfoose, 55, Leesburg, passed away at 8:50 p.m., Sunday, April 28, 2019, at her home with family and friends in attendance. On Dec. 31,1963, she was born in Kendallville, to Melvin and Clara (Carroll) Shaw, Sr. She attended Warsaw Cardinal Center from 1966-1981. She was well known for her beautiful smile, out-going handshakes, …read more.

Sonja Decker, 55, Warsaw, passed away 11:01 April 27, 2019, in her residence. She was born on Dec. 20, 1963, in Warsaw to Richard and Judith (Myers) Plotner. On July 29, 1995, she was united in marriage to Dan Decker, who survives. A lifetime Warsaw resident she worked for Warsaw Community Schools as a teacher’s …read more.

Roy G. Lewis, 66, Pierceton, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster

Ruth Mae Schanbacher, 92 and a longtime resident of Chapman Lake, passed away quietly at 11:05 a.m. on April 22, 2019, in Grace Village Retirement Community, Winona Lake. The daughter of Dee Walter and Edith Mae (Hellwarth) Fast, he was born on March 25, 1927, in Mercer County, Ohio. She graduated as valedictorian from Rockford …read more.

Nancy L. Fritz, 71, and a resident of Huntington, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 21, 2019, in Fort Wayne’s Lutheran Hospital. She was previously a resident of Warsaw where she had worked as an LPN at Kosciusko Community Hospital. She also worked for Duemling Clinic, Fort Wayne. Nancy was born on Oct. 1, 1947, …read more.

Jane C. DeRolf, 76, North Webster, passed away at 5:19 a.m. on Monday, April 29, 2019, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster.

Sonja Decker, 55, Warsaw, passed away at 11 a.m., April 27, 2019, in her residence. Arrangements are pending at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel in Warsaw. To sign the guestbook or send condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Lillie F. “Susie” Hartup, 81, Warsaw, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at her home. She was born on April 19, 1938, in Kosciusko County, to Robert Royce and Josephine “Jo” (Reiff) Galbreath. She was a lifetime Pierceton and Warsaw area resident and graduated in 1956 from Pierceton High School. She was married on …read more.

Esther E. “Billie” Swihart, 95, of Rochester was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 9:43 p.m. Thursday, April 25, 2019, at her home. On Oct. 21, 1923, Billie E. McCorkle was born in Carthage. She was a cherished daughter of  Lonzo and Jessie Hart McCorkle. Growing up as the youngest of the …read more.

Sharon G. Graham, 88 , of Rochester passed away at 6:10 a.m. Tuesday, April 23, 2019, at Chase Center. Born on July 22, 1930, in White County, she was the daughter of the late Damon and Grace (Fry) Nice. On July 17, 1948, she married Lowell “Toad” Graham. He preceded her in death on Jan. …read more.

William “Bill” Theodore Schauer, 90 of Cedar Park, Texas, died at 11:12 p.m. Monday, April 22, 2019,  at his residence where he had been in declining health for the past eight months. On Aug. 27, 1928, in Chicago, Ill., he was born to William Frank Schauer and Anna M. (Otradovic) Schauer.  Bill grew up in Argos. He had …read more.