Category: Obituaries Archive 2019
David W.F. Cox, 96, rural Wabash, died at 4:50 p.m., Monday, Nov. 25, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. He was born Jan. 18, 1923, in Wabash County, Indiana to Arthur Glenn and Osie L. (Brane) Cox. David was a 1941 graduate of Lincolnville High School and attended the Purdue University School of …read more.
William A. Whaley, 89, and lifetime Plymouth resident, passed away at 6:45 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 25, 2019 at Miller’s Merry Manor in Warsaw
Patricia R. Horn, 85, formally of rural Akron, died at 4:51 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community in North Manchester. Arrangements are pending at Earl-Love Funeral Home
Mrs. Lisa M. Swope, 63, Rochester, passed away unexpectedly at 6:48 a.m., Nov. 25, 2019, at Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester. On June 16, 1956, Lisa Marie Jennings was born in Muskegon, Michigan. She was a treasured daughter of C. Lee and Beverly Mecher Jennings. Growing up as the oldest of the Jennings kids she shared her childhood …read more.
Henry Shepherd, 73, Warsaw, died at 6 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 25, 2019, at his farm with his loving wife, Toni and son Lee beside him. His wishes of dying overlooking his farm he so loved were fulfilled. Henry was born Nov. 18, 1946, at home in Floyd County, Kentucky to Alex and Audie Ellen …read more.
Ty L. Andrews, 55, Fort Wayne, died at 12:39 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne after a long illness. He was born Oct. 15, 1964, in Elkhart to Keith “Duke” and Fran (Spicher) Andrews. Ty lived his lifetime in Nappanee until moving to Fort Wayne. He attended NorthWood High School. Surviving …read more.
Jack Carr, 93, Syracuse, passed away on Nov. 24, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending at Eastlund Funeral Home.
Jose G. Pacheco, 69, Ligonier, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Avalon Village in Ligonier. He was born on March 23, 1950, the son of Esteban Pacheco and Hilaria Garcia in Aguascalientes, Mexico. Jose is survived by his wife Rebecca Lopez De Pacheco; four sons, Jose Pacheco, Esteban Pacheco, Julio Pacheco and Antonio …read more.
Jay S. McDonald, 58, a lifetime resident of Wabash, passed away at 2:55 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, at his residence after a short heroic battle with cancer. He was born Feb. 12, 1961, in Wabash, to Terry G. McDonald and Marcia L. Sharp. Jay was a 1979 graduate of Wabash High School. He …read more.
Paul Franklin Baker, 96, Lagro, died at 5:55 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. He was born March 17, 1923, in Lagro, to Frank and Janie (Moore) Baker. Paul was a US Navy veteran, serving in WWII. He first married Elizabeth J. White on Jan. 17, 1953; she died …read more.
Allen E. Jones, 67, Culver, passed away on Nov. 1, 2019, at his home. Allen was born Dec. 21, 1951, in Hammond, to Harold and Shirley (Borman) Jones. He was the beloved father of two. Allen loved going for walks with his dogs and just being outdoors. He loved his grandkids more than anything. His …read more.
Michelle L. France, 49, Rochester, passed away Nov. 24, 2019. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.
Mrs. Lisa M. Swope, 63, Rochester, passed away at 6:48 a.m. on Nov. 25, 2019, at Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.
Alice E. Montel Hasty Schumaker, 100, Noblesville, passed away Nov. 23, 2019. On March 30, 1919, Alice was born in Silver Lake, to Ralph and Oznola (Freed) Montel. Alice was a reserved women that was independently strong and faithful. She graduated from Silver Lake High School in 1937 and then attended La Salle College and …read more.
Henry Shepherd, 73, Warsaw, passed away at 5:52 a.m., Monday, Nov. 25, 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
Sharon (Gaerte) Heidt, 79, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at a hospital in Florida. She was the last living daughter of Grover and Beulah (Huffman) Gaerte and one of seven Gaerte children. Born in Whitley County’s Thorncreek Township, she graduated from Larwill High School. She spent several years living in the area, in …read more.
George David Essig went to be with the Lord Nov. 22, 2019, at his home in Warsaw from complications of kidney disease. Dave was born on March 5, 1939, in Warsaw, the son of Raymond “Sport” Essig and Mildred (Bruner) Essig. He graduated from Warsaw High School in 1957 and went into the Air Force …read more.
Richard D. Campbell, 89, of Nappanee, died at 4:15 am, Friday, Nov. 22, 2019, at Elkhart Hospice House where he had been a patient since Nov. 20th. He was Born Dec. 25, 1929, in Elkhart to Harold and Dora (Kronk) Campbell. He married Garnet Fox on April 12, 1953 in Terre Haute, IN. They were …read more.
After battling heart complications for over 35 years, Robert Dale Leas, 87, of Columbia City, passed away at 2:38 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, at Ashton Creek Health & Rehab. Survivors include his daughters, Tammie (Scott) Kessler and Robyn (Jeff) Coverstone, both of Columbia City; stepsons, Skip Speece of Iowa; Sam Speece of North Carolina; …read more.
Sandra K. Weeks, 71, Columbia City, passed away at 4:55 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Warsaw Meadows Care Center. Born on Jan. 30, 1948, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Robert and Fern (Maywhore) Weston. She graduated Columbia City Joint High School with the Class of 1967. On Oct. 4, 1969, she …read more.
Norma Jean Weaver, 88, went home to her heavenly Father and family at 11:40 a.m., Nov. 23, 2019, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center, North Manchester, with both of her daughters by her side. One of two daughters born to Harley and Mabel (Frier) Brown, Norma was born April 25, 1931 in Wabash. After graduating from Wabash …read more.
Edward Prater went home to be with the Lord at 7:26 p.m., Nov. 22, 2019. Edward was a resident of Silver Lake, but recently lived at Mason Healthcare, Warsaw. Born Oct. 3, 1923, he was one of nine children of Malcom and Plina (Ousley) Prater in Blue River, Kentucky. During World War II, he worked …read more.
Ruth Clementine Brown, 79, of Bremen, passed away at 11:32 p.m., Friday, Nov. 22, 2019, surrounded by her family and close friends after suffering from a long time battle with dementia. She was known for her beautiful smile and giving heart. She was born in Alabama and moved to Indiana in the late 50’s. Ruth …read more.
Joanna Belle Snyder McCan, 86, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, at the Hospice House of South Bend. Born in Culver, on May 23, 1933, she was the daughter of Paul T. and Burnice (Crabb) Snyder. She graduated from Culver High School and went to beauty college. On Oct. 19, 1952, she became the …read more.
Robert “Bob” Meyer, 71, of Winamac, died at 6:48 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Frain Mortuary.
Ty L. Andrews, 55 of Fort Wayne, died at 12:39 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, after a long illness. He was born Oct. 15, 1964, in Elkhart to Keith “Duke” and Fran (Spicher) Andrews. Ty lived his life in Nappanee until moving to Fort Wayne. He attended NorthWood High School. …read more.
Donald C. Dillon, 85, of Wabash, passed away at 8:40 p.m. on Friday, November 22, 2019, at Marion General Hospital in Marion, Indiana. He was born in Grant County, on May 3, 1934, to the Raymond and Nina Dillon. Donald married Donna Dailey on May 12, 1961. She survives. Donald retired from General Motors in …read more.
Judy Bone, 77, of Warsaw, passed away Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at Millers Merry Manor in Warsaw with her daughter by her bedside. The daughter of Keith and Audrey Coldren, she was born September 27, 1942, in Liberty Mills. Judy was a lifetime area resident of Kosciusko County. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles but mostly …read more.
George D. “Dale” Fansler Jr., 76, passed away in his home at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 22, 2019. Dale was born July 31st, 1943 to G. Dale and Kathryn (Horvath) Fansler. He attended Lakeville High School and graduated with the Class of 1961. As a young man, he began working at Taylor’s Grocery in …read more.
Nellie M. McGrew, 90, Rochester, passed away at 5:15 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Logansport. She was born on Feb. 13, 1929, in Fulton County, the daughter of John Merrit and Katy Grace (Small) Gault. On Nov. 15, 1947, in Fulton, she married Robert McGrew, who survives. McGrew had been a …read more.
Edward Prater, 96, of Silver Lake, went to be with the Lord at 7:26 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22, at Mason Healthcare, Warsaw. He was born Oct. 3, 1923, in Blue River, Ky., and was the son of Malcom Prater and Plina (Ousley) Prater. He worked at Peabody Seating Co., North Manchester, for 23 years and …read more.
George Fansler Jr., 76, passed away in his home at 10 a.m. on Friday Nov. 22, 2019. Arrangements are pending at this time.
G. Stephen Bennett, 76, Atwood, passed away at 5:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, in Kosciusko community Hospital, Warsaw. He was born on June 30, 1943, in Alum Bridge, W.V. to Gloy N. and Bernice (Woofter) Bennett. He was married to Linda Hopkins on March 25, 1963 in Warsaw. He has been a resident of …read more.
Nancy Lee Johnsmiller, Syracuse, passed away at 6:25 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse.
Mr. Larry Johnson, 61, Rochester, passed away at 12:50 a.m., Thursday, July 21, 2019, at Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.
Wesley W. “Wes” Lauster, 66, Warsaw, passed away at 9:44 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019, at his home. He was born on Oct. 8, 1953 in Columbia City, to H. Paul and Mary E. (Cox) Lauster. He lived most of his life in the Warsaw area and was married to Carol L. Bedore-Lauster, who …read more.
Jeroldine Rae “Jeri” Seely, 79, of Milford, went home to be with Lord Sunday, Nov. 17. She was born July 26, 1940, in Goshen, the daughter of Jerry and Katherine (Huber) Bushong. She married Durward “Bud” Seely Sept. 11, 1960. He survives. She was editor in chief with The Papers Inc., where she was employed …read more.
David Lee Hartzler, 54, Millersburg, died Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019, from injuries sustained in a car accident. He was born Nov. 4, 1965, in Goshen, to John and Dolores (Kammerdiener) Hartzler. David worked as an accountant for Veada Industries in New Paris. Mr. Hartzler was a member of Solomon Creek United Methodist Church, where he …read more.
Vance Lopp, 80, Syracuse, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at Goshen Hospital on Nov. 20, 2019. Born March 23, 1939, Vance was often described by others as the type of person we should all aspire to be. He was not only humble, honest and hardworking, but he was a true family man always focused …read more.
Jacqueline Davis, 93, Wakarusa, passed away at 10 p.m., Monday, Nov. 18, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor of Wakarusa. Jackie was born on July 14, 1926, the daughter of Edwin and Mary (Baker) Ruffing. On July 30, 1950, she married James R. Davis. He preceded her in death on July 1, 1997. She is also …read more.
Lloyd James Hoppes, 89, of rural Wabash, died at 4:15 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. He was born March 13, 1930, in Wabash County, to Elmer and Edith (Bickel) Hoppes. Lloyd was a 1948 graduate of Chippewa High School. He married Helen Roser at the Roann Church of the Brethren on …read more.
Barbara “Gail” Pinder, 69, Kewanna, passed away at 8:50 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019, at the Catherine Kasper Life Center in Plymouth. Born on Oct. 27, 1950, in Trent, Texas, she was the daughter of the late Richard Clayton and Doris Jean (Smith) Hood. She married Robert W. Pinder on Feb. 3, 1980, and he …read more.
Darla Jean Sayers Greer, 80, Kewanna, passed away at 12:20 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on Aug. 26, 1939, to Elston Hiram and Darline Vivian Lemmon Sayers in Pulaski County. Darla was a 1957 graduate of Winamac High School. She married her husband, Robert “Bob” …read more.
Melody Anne Coffey, 58, passed away unexpectedly at 3:51 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, in Steuben County where she was visiting relatives. She was the daughter of the late Nancy (White) Griffin and was born on April 16, 1961. A teacher herself, Melody was exceptionally educated, having earned three separate master’s degrees from Ball State …read more.
Jo Anne Parker, 89, Warsaw, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019, at 1:30 p.m. in Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. Jo Anne was born on Jan. 2, 1930, in Fort Wayne, to Carlton Forrest and Olive (Pittman) Johnson. She was married to Philip Parker in Walnut Creek United Methodist Church, Warsaw. She was a …read more.
Dave S. Anderson, 72, North Webster, passed away at 8 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019, in his residence. Dave was born on May 26, 1947, in Winchester, to Robert Charles and Louise (Delk) Anderson. He was married to Jenilee Lundy on Sept. 23, 1967, in North Webster. He graduated from North Webster High School and attended …read more.
Gloy S. Bennett, 76, Warsaw, passed away at 5:38 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com
Dr. Vance Lopp, 80, Syracuse, passed away on Nov. 20, 2019, at Goshen Hospital. Arrangements are currently pending at the Eastlund Funeral Home.
David Mark LaValle, 67, passed away at 4:52 p.m., Monday, Nov. 18, 2019, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend. Born in Gary, Nov. 4, 1952, David was the son of John LaValle and Eleanor (Evans) Lewis. He graduated high school and went to trade school to become a mechanical engineer. David served for our country …read more.
Jo Anne Parker, 89, Warsaw, passed away at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw.
Jaylin Eugene Hochstetler, 5, and Kenton Joe Hochstetler, 3, sons of Lonnie T. and Marilyn M. (Eash) Hochstetler of Nappanee, died in an unexpected accident Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 19, 2019. Kenton was born on July 18, 2016, in Nappanee and Jaylin was born on June, 28 2014, in Lagrange County. The boys are survived by …read more.
Dave S. Anderson, 72, North Webster, passed away at 8 a.m. in his residence on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com
After years of declining health, Janet (Harper) Gladfelter, 85, left this life to be with her Lord and Savior on Nov. 17, 2019. Born Dec. 23, 1933 in York County to parents William Eugene and Annadel (Torbert) Harper; Janet was a 1952 graduate of William Penn High School. She began secretarial duties at Borg Warner …read more.
Charles D. Bone, 80, formerly of Wabash, died at 7:20 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019, at his daughter’s home in Wabash. He was born Feb. 10, 1939, in Wabash, to Thomas and Sarah (Bidwell) Bone. He married Janice Castle in Wabash on Dec. 28, 1964, and was the son-in-law of Jonah and Edna Castle of …read more.
Jerry Lee Wallace Jr., 51, Kewanna, passed away at 12:45 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in Rochester. He was born on Aug. 11, 1968, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Jerry Lee Wallace Sr. and JoeAnna (Pack) Adams. Mr. Wallace had worked as a butcher and done various repair work throughout his career. He attended …read more.
Mary F. Wood, 81, Akron, passed at 11:06 p.m., Monday, Nov. 18, 2019, at Wynnfield Crossing of Rochester. Arrangements are currently pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron
Dennis “Denny” K. Strain of Warsaw, passed away at his residence at 2:40 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019 at the age of 75. He was born on July 16, 1944, in Decatur, to Marjorie (Gay) Strain and Richard Strain. On June 28, 1997, he was married to Connie Sue (Fox) Miller Strain. Denny …read more.
Andrew Willard Boyer, 34, Milford, went home to be with the Lord on Nov. 16, 2019. He was born on Sept. 15, 1985, to Clifford G. Boyer III and Sue (Moneyheffer) Boyer. Andrew graduated in 2005 from Wawasee Community High School. He later enlisted in the United States Army. He served with the 10th Mountain …read more.
Jeraldine Rae “Jeri” Seely, 79, died Sunday, Nov. 17, at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending.
Glen L. Knisley Sr., 90, Warsaw, passed away Nov. 15, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Oct. 28, 1929, in New Paris to John and Cecil (Strycker) Knisley. He honorably served his country in the 31st Infantry Division of the US Army during the Korean War. He worked as a supervisor at …read more.
Billy Ray Slone, 37, passed away on Friday, Nov. 15, 2019, in Leesburg, son of Rickey Slone, Sr. and Rachel Adams, and stepson of Tammy Slone. He was born in Columbia City, Indiana on September 26, 1982. He loved animals, music and picking on his younger siblings, whom he loved very much. Billy Slone is …read more.
Nancy L. Walker, 78, Columbia City, passed away at 3:48 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, at Provena Sacred Heart Home, Avilla. Born Aug. 18, 1941, in Whitley County, she was the daughter of Frank and Edna (Leedy) Marrs. She attended local schools and graduated from Larwill High School with the Class of 1959. She …read more.
Arie Sue Hann, 80, Wabash, died at 8:51 am, Monday, Nov. 18, 2019, at her home. She was born May 9, 1939, in Water Gap, Ky. to Henry and Bess (Hubbard) Sizemore. She was a 1957 graduate of Prestonsburg High School. She married Terry D. Hann at the Peoria United Methodist Church on June 19, …read more.
Richard Roehm, 84, passed away on Nov. 18, 2019, at Mason Healthcare. Arrangements are pending with Titus Funeral Home. Please check back soon for a more complete obituary at www.TitusFuneralHome.com
Maria Castillo, 62, passed away at a local hospital Nov. 17, 2019. Arrangements are pending with Titus Funeral Home. Please check back soon for a more complete obituary at www.TitusFuneralHome.com
Bernard Holloway, 74, passed away Nov. 18, 2019, at home surrounded by his family. A Life Celebration is currently pending with Titus Funeral Home. Please check back soon for a more complete obituary at www.TitusFuneralHome.com
Christian Anthony Gibson, 26, Kimmell, IN passed away at home unexpectedly on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. He was born on Aug. 13, 1993, the son of Terri J. Rhodes and Commodore Gibson Jr. in Kendallville. He is survived by his parents, Terri (Michael) Mosby of Kimmell; and Commodore (Lora) Gibson Jr. of Cromwell; siblings, Damon …read more.
Irene E. Yockey, 93, Plymouth, passed away at 12:40 a.m., Monday, Nov. 18, 2019, in Signature Health Care of Bremen. She was born Oct. 29, 1926, the daughter of Jesse L. and Hazel E. (Seltenright) Ritchey. On Jan. 28, 1945, she married Elwyn L. Yockey. He passed away on July 1, 1982. Mrs. Yockey is …read more.
Jessica Erin Keele, 40, Grand Isle, La., died at 6:28 a.m. Friday, Nov. 15, 2019, at Majestic Care of West Allen, Fort Wayne. She was born June 27, 1979, in Columbia City, a daughter of Cecil E. and Mary Lou (McNabb) Keele. Her formative years were spent in the South Whitley, where she attended Whitko …read more.
Nancy L. Walker, 78, Columbia City, passed away at 3:48 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, at Sacred Heart Nursing Home. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City
Ruth E. Oldfather-Wagner, 94, North Manchester, passed away in her residence on Nov. 15, 2019. The only daughter of Wilber and Ruby Irene (Landis) Yentes, Ruth was born on Nov. 7, 1925 in North Manchester. After graduating from Chester High School, she married Wilfred W. Oldfather Jr. on Oct. 19, 1943. The two had five …read more.
Thomas R. Snavely, 85, Wabash, died at midnight, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, at his daughter’s home in Wabash. He was born Jan. 25, 1934, in Wabash to Robert and Leah (Temple) Snavely. He was a US Navy veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict. He married Genavee Cox in Wabash, on Feb. 28, 1958; she died …read more.
Bill L. Boardman, 89, rural Mentone, and formerly of Wabash, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by family at 6:19 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, at his residence. He was born on Jan. 29, 1930, in Wabash, to the late James and Pauline (Niccum) Boardman. He married on May 6, 1950, in Logansport, …read more.
Warren Earl Zellner, 85, Winona Lake, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. He was born on Aug. 3, 1934, in Topton, Penn. to Cora Alice (Adam) Reeser and Earl Reeser. After his parents untimely death, he was adopted by his oldest sister and her husband, Ruth and Robert Zellner in …read more.
Kathleen T. Slone, 69, Warsaw, passed away at 9:45 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com
Dominica Kay Beath, 75, of Nappanee, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family at 6:10 p.m., Friday, Nov. 15, 2019, at her residence after a three-year illness. She was born De. 24, 1943, in Bradford, Pa., to Ottario and Sylvia (Alviti) Vigliotti. On Feb. 1966, she married James Beath. They moved to the Nappanee/Elkhart area …read more.
Jenny L. Schieber, 73, Nappanee, died at 12:39 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15, 2019, at Elkhart General Hospital, surrounded by family and friends. She was born Oct. 27, 1946, in Elkhart County to Paul E. & Mary Jane (Longfield) Schieber. Surviving are an uncle, Dean (Laianada) Schieber, Wakarusa, an aunt, June Schieber, Wakarusa, cousins, Allen (Peggy) …read more.
James Matthew Faulstich, 48, of Plymouth, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019. James was born to Mark C. and Joyce L. Faulstich on May 19, 1971, the first of four boys, followed by Jason, Mark, and Jeff. He grew up in Plymouth, graduating from Plymouth High School in 1989. He received a bachelor’s degree …read more.
Bill L. Boardman, 89, of rural Mentone, and formerly of Wabash, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by family at 6:19 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, at his residence. He was born on Jan. 29, 1930 in Wabash to the late James and Pauline (Niccum) Boardman. He married on May 6, 1950 in …read more.
Betty J. Langman (Mrs. Theodore Langman), 91, formerly of Plymouth, passed away at her son’s home in Starbuck, Minn. on Monday, Nov. 11, 2019.
Linda Louise Cooper, 78, passed away peacefully Monday, Nov. 11, 2019, at her home in Culver. She was born Nov. 9, 1941, in Argos, to Joseph and Lucille (Poland) Heiser. She was a graduate of Indiana School for the Deaf, Indianapolis in 1959 and received her BS from Gallaudet University, Washington, D.C. and M.Ed. …read more.
Gary W. “Stormy” Miller, 68, formerly of Gilead, passed at 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Peru. He was born to June 22, 1951, in Rochester, to Russell and Coleen “Bonnie” (Bahney) Miller. He had many trials in his life, but he didn’t let that slow him down. He was …read more.
Darrell L. Walker, 70, Larwill, passed away at 6:50 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, in his home where he has lived for over 30 years. He was born on Nov. 19, 1948, to Walter and Beatrice (Knigge) Walker in Wheelersburg, Ohio. He was a US Army veteran as a SP4 5930 Signal Division during …read more.
Neal M. Beachy, 72, Etna Green, passed away Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, at his residence, after a three month battle with cancer. He was born Aug. 26, 1947, in Kokomo, to Manasses M. and Elizabeth (Hochstedler) Beachy. On Aug. 20, 1971, he married JoAnn Schwietert in Middlebury. They moved to the Etna Green area in …read more.
Richard Tom Darling, 41, Nappanee, passed away, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019, at his residence. He was born May 29, 1978, in South Bend to Gerald Richard and Nancy (Beringer) Darling, JR. He had lived in the South Bend/Nappanee area. He loved to read, write, and loved sports, especially Notre Dame, Cubs and Bears. He is …read more.
Tony Lee Hunt, 59, Wabash, died at 4:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, at his home. He was born Sept. 2, 1960, in Wabash, to Johnny and Ruth (Earhart) Hunt. He was a 1980 graduate of Northfield High School. He attended the Grace Fellowship Church. Tony enjoyed playing Bingo, fishing, camping, spending time with his …read more.
Stephen Ferguson Buchanan, 92, Oakland, Calif., passed away on Oct. 14, 2019, at House of Psalms in Oakland. He was born on March 27, 1927, in Indianapolis. He attended public schools until high school, when he attended and graduated from Culver Military Academy in 1945. He then served in the Merchant Marine until1947. Starting early …read more.
Jack L. Romig, 86, Claypool, passed away at 6:30 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019, in his residence. He was born on June 2, 1933 in Fulton Co, to Jesse H. and Lulu I. (Borden) Romig. He was married to Janice J. Wenger on June 20, 1975. He worked for Warsaw Schools for over 20 years …read more.
Allen L. Keller, 81, died at 12:05 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019 at Peabody Retirement Community where he had been a resident for the past three years. He was born Jan. 29, 1938, in South Whitley, the only child of the late Riley M. and Vera A. (Kreider) Keller. His formative years were spent in …read more.
Kristie Mae Miller, 52, Wabash, died at 1:16 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. She was born June 23, 1967, in Wabash, to Lorin “J.D.” and Gaye (Davis) Miller. She was a 1985 graduate of Wabash High School, and attended Ball State University. She worked at the …read more.
Jack Elden Horn, 88 died at 8:45 p.m., Nov. 10, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester, where he was a resident. He was born on May 28, 1931, in Alexandria, to Frank and Alice (Dikey) Horn. He graduated from Alexandria Monroe High School in 1945. He married Patricia Ruth Malicoat on June 10, 1951 …read more.
Kathy Ann Floyd, 67, Macy was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 2 p.m., Monday, Nov. 11, 2019, at her residence. On Oct. 25, 1952, she was born in Rochester to Richard D. and Dorothy L. Turnipseed Stahl. Growing up, she shared her childhood with a sister, Linda. In 1971, she graduated …read more.
Saundra K. “Sandy” Cobbum, 75, Syracuse, passed away at 6:58 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, at her home. She was born on April 12, 1944, in Muncie, to Byron and Nellie Monzelle (Hines) Jester. She graduated in 1962 from Muncie Central High School, 1966 from Ball State University in Muncie and in 1972 with …read more.
Robert Middleton Porter, 22, Warsaw, passed away at 1:41 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019, in Pierceton. He was born Feb. 20, 1997, in Jasper Co. He has been a resident of Warsaw for two years and formerly of Rensselaer for 20 years. He worked for the Dalton Foundries in Warsaw. He is survived by his …read more.
Kenneth W. McKeand, 67, Warsaw, passed away at 2 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. He was born on April 5, 1952, in Madison, to Kenneth A. and Anna Louise (Richey) McKeand. He was married to Priscilla Miller on Jan. 15, 1972, in Madison. He graduated from Madison High School in …read more.
Jackie L. Romig, 86, Claypool, passed away at 6:30 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 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
Mark Wilson Holzhauer, 59, Warsaw, formerly of Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019, at his home. He was born on Dec. 18, 1959, in Dearborn, Mich. to Ralph Newton and Phyllis Ingals (Buck) Holzhauer. He graduated from High School in Michigan and received his Electrical Engineering Degree from the University of Michigan. He …read more.
Ralph Eugene Smith, formerly of Warsaw, went home to be with his Lord and Savior at 5 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, at the age of 86. He arrived Christmas Day in 1932 in Rush County to Jennie Emily (Pollitt) Smith and Verl Elder Smith. On May 22, 1960, he was married to Beverly …read more.
Craig M. Stutzman, 54, died Monday, Nov. 11, 2019, at his home from natural causes. He was born Oct. 28, 1965, in Goshen. On Sept. 24, 1988, he married Angie Moore at the First Church of God, Goshen. She survives along with six children, Monica (Austin) Oakley, James, Tyler, Todd, Garrett and Colton Stutzman, all …read more.
Linda Diane Nyce, 63, Elkhart, passed away at 9:24 p.m., Oct. 29, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, with her loving family by her side. She bravely battled numerous medical complications after an automobile accident in 2005. She was born July 30, 1956, in Logansport, to the late Thomas and Shirley (Hunt) Young. She spent most …read more.






























































