WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after allegedly strangling a woman and kicking her in the chest. Michael R. Moore, 19, 1913 Robin Drive, Warsaw, is charged with strangulation, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On Oct. 15, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools recently announced an opportunity for new teachers to the district to explore educational experiences within their classroom. Teachers at WCS in their first three years of teaching are invited to apply for this funding opportunity provided by the Dr. Dane and Mary Louise Miller Foundation. “WCS, in partnership with the …read more.

The intersection of Buffalo and Center streets will be closed Friday for the installation of four new traffic signals. Buffalo Street, from Main Street to Market Street, and Center Street, from Indiana Street to Lake Street, will be closed beginning at 7 a.m. Friday, October 25 when a crane will be used to guide the …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools hosted four-time Boston and New York City marathon winner Bill Rodgers on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at the Warsaw Community High School Performing Arts Center. Rodgers shared his journey to becoming a world-renowned marathon runner with approximately 535 WCS fifth-grade students, inspiring them to run toward dreams of their own while …read more.

DENVER – Manchester’s boys and girls soccer teams headline the All-TRC lists.

WINONA LAKE – Grace’s women’s basketball team enjoyed a 73-52 victory over Cincinnati Christian on Tuesday to kick off the 2019-20 season.

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Executive Director for Drug Prevention, Treatment and Enforcement Jim McClelland announced Tuesday that three regional partnerships have been awarded funds to complete recovery networks and seek designation as comprehensive addiction recovery networks. “Governor Eric J. Holcomb has called for an all-hand-on deck approach to combat the drug crisis and communities all across …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District is hosting a Weed Wrangle event at Koinonia Nature Preserve, Pierceton, from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 26. During this event, participants will learn about invasive plants and how to control them. Participants will also have the opportunity to get out into the woods and …read more.

PALM COAST, Fla. – Grace’s women’s golf team remains atop the leaderboard after two rounds at the 2019 NCCAA National Championships.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 8:01 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, 2100 block Country Club Road, Warsaw. April Griner reported theft of keys from a vehicle.  12:12 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, 6200 block East CR 300N, Warsaw. Battery incident was investigated.  2:56 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18, 8200 block …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 5:41 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, US 30, Warsaw. Driver: Holly Gibson, 29, Lakeview Drive, Warsaw. Gibson’s vehicle struck a deer. Damage up to $5,000.  1:16 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, North CR 650E, Warsaw. Driver: Bryan Skinner, 19, Barbee Road, Warsaw. Skinner’s vehicle …read more.

WARSAW — Financial aid experts will be at Ivy Tech Community College, Warsaw, from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, for College Goal Sunday. Financial aid experts will be ready with free help at the college so that students and their families can file the FAFSA financial aid form online in one afternoon. The …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

CLAYPOOL — At about 2:45 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, Burket Fire Department and Four Way EMS were called to the scene of a two-vehicle accident. The head-on collision occurred on South CR 450W, north of West CR 525S, Claypool. According to dispatch reports, two people were taken to the hospital for injuries sustained in the …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Silver Lake Lions Club will host a Halloween party at 7 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Silver Lake Conservation building. Cash prizes for children and adults. Cash Prizes for Children:  1ST PLACE ~ $25  2ND PLACE ~ $20  3RD PLACE ~ $17  4TH PLACE ~ $15  5TH PLACE ~ $13  6TH PLACE …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Winona Lake Free Methodist Church invites all to stop by its front porch, Oct. 31, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Church members will be handing out candy for children. It will also have hot chocolate, hot apple cider and coffee available for the adults said a news release from Winona Lake Free Methodist …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation (KEDCo) has announced the formal launch of the organization’s Entrepreneurship Initiative, which the organization says will position KEDCo as the lead Entrepreneur Support Organization (ESO) in Kosciusko County. The effort draws on KEDCo’s new mission “to convene, build, and show economic growth resources,” according to a news release issued …read more.

CROMWELL — Monday night’s meeting of the Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District board was unusually light-hearted; perhaps the waiting period for deciding whether or not to begin a new sewer project had the community relaxed, or maybe the large sheet cake (complete with a poop emoji) helped set the tone. Whatever it was, the TCRSD …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS –The Indiana State Department of Health announced the state’s first influenza-related death of the 2019-2020 flu season Tuesday.

NORTH MANCHESTER — From Oct. 28 to Nov. 17, the North Manchester campus of Manchester University will delve into the often ignored and taboo topic of death. This is the second annual observance of Day of the Dead, El Día de Los Muertos, at Manchester University. On Thursday, Oct. 31, Associate Professor of Spanish Arturo …read more.

WARSAW — About 2,200 middle and high school students from Kosciusko County got a close-up look at careers in the advanced manufacturing industry recently during National Manufacturing Week events organized by OrthoWorx. During the week of Sept. 30, eighth-grade students participated in the DiscoverME (Manufacturing Experiences) program. Students from Tippecanoe Valley, Warsaw, Wawasee and Whitko …read more.

WARSAW — Dr. Phil Downs, superintendent of Southwest Allen County Schools and Indiana Superintendent of the Year, will host a presentation from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Warsaw Community High School Performing Arts Center. The presentation is titled “Follow the Money: An Analysis of Why Public Education Funding Is Not Keeping Pace …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw Community Development Corporation, in partnership with the City of Warsaw, Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club and Miller’s Merry Manor, will be holding Downtown Warsaw Spooktakular on Friday, Oct. 25. Costume contest registration begins at 5:30 p.m. on the courthouse lawn, downtown trick-or-treating will be from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and costume judging …read more.

GOSHEN – The Northern Lakes Conference announced Tuesday morning its choices for the All-NLC volleyball team for the 2019 season.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College will host the 30th annual FunFest on Friday, Oct. 25, from 6 – 8 p.m. in the Gordon Health and Wellness Center, 100 Publishers Dr., Winona Lake. FunFest is free and open to all children and their families. This year’s theme is a beach party. Children are invited to dress-up …read more.

By Darla McCammon A few weeks ago, we learned about the fabulous carousels located in western New York. We also learned about the challenge in creating the animals that offer all ages a ride on the merry-go-rounds all set to wonderful music. We discussed the artistry and engineering that goes into these now rare and …read more.

GOSHEN – The Northern Lakes Conference announced Tuesday morning its choices for the All-NLC boys and girls soccer teams for the 2019 season.

WARSAW – Warsaw Lady Tiger Basketball is hosting an Alumni Night on Nov. 30.

WARSAW —RE/MAX Results is proud to announce that Philip Michaelsen recently joined their team at the Warsaw office.  Michaelsen lives in Mentone with his wife, Sharon, and four sons. He has a background in trucking and fleet management. He was born and raised in Indiana, and has strong ties to the Kosciusko County community through his …read more.

WARSAW — As a reminder to parents, Warsaw Community Schools will observe fall break from this Wednesday, Oct. 23, through Friday, Oct. 25. Students will be dismissed from classes during this time and all buildings will be closed. School will resume Monday, Oct. 28. For parents’ convenience, please see the WCS parent-teacher conference schedule below: …read more.

Crawfordsville, Greencastle, Hanover — Indiana has two higher education institutions that rank in the top 30 in the nation for an overall experience. Personal finance website WalletHub conducted a survey to determine what it calls the 2020 Best College Ranking.

MARENGO, Ohio – Grace College’s Shooting Sports Club took second and third place in the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) Collegiate Nationals competition this past weekend.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 8:16 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, 200 block West Prairie Street, Milford. Officers investigated a report of criminal mischief.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 7:24 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, 600 block East Fort Wayne Road, Warsaw. Noe Yearra …read more.

Claypool Officers with the Claypool Police Department responded to the following accident: 5:51 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, West SR 25 near South CR 1000W, Mentone. Driver: Christie R. Williamson, 52, West CR 900S, Akron. Williamson was driving east on SR 25 when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $5,000. Warsaw Officers with the …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Harry J. Meadows, 70, Mentone, passed away at 5 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019, in Mason Health Care and Rehabilitation, Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

William Jude Maish, infant son of Parker and Molly and little brother to George, went to be with his grandpa in the stars at 5:37 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. He was born on Oct. 20, 2019, at 1:58 a.m. to the proudest mom and dad. Although …read more.

Pamela Sue Osborn, 62, Wabash, died at 4:46 p.m., Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. She was born July 8, 1957, in Wabash, to Jack and Marjorie (Tyson) Parrett. She was a graduate of Wabash High School. She enjoyed crocheting, bingo, but most importantly spending time with her grandsons. She is survived by …read more.

Mary Magdaline Ward, 78, Wabash, died at 2:48 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born March 7, 1941, in Lackey, Ky. to Frank and Mada (Dials) Berry. She married James R. Ward in Peru, Aug. 30, 1954; he died May 24, 1998. She retired from General Tire in …read more.

  Blaine Edward Stauffer, 3, Nappanee, died 5:57 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. He was born Sept. 19, 2016, in Goshen, to James and Janette (Martin) Stauffer. Surviving are his parents, James and Janette Stauffer; five siblings, Marissa, Delphine, Rosene, Bradley, Jolen Stauffer, all of Nappanee; grandparents: Marlene Martin, Goshen, William and Beverly Stauffer, New …read more.

Robert Michael Edwards Sr., 75, Rochester, passed away at 7:26 a.m. on Oct. 21, 2019, at his residence where he had been in declining health for several years. On Jan. 1, 1944, in Asheville, N.C. he was born to Fletcher Fabious Edwards and Georgia Wilson (Anderson) Edwards. He had lived in Argos since 1990 coming …read more.

WARSAW — Fall leaf pick-up in the corporate city limits of Warsaw will begin Monday, Nov. 4. Large piles of leaves raked to the curb or alley by 7 am will be picked up on the regular trash day. Residents are asked to not put sticks or other trash in the leaf piles.  Small piles …read more.

Frances M. (Sensibaugh) Mark, 88, passed away at 2:32 a.m. on Oct. 22, 2019, at the Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home.

WARSAW — City Council took a step toward establishing its own legal counsel Monday night, Oct. 21. While the council is still working on guidelines on how it would access and work with an outside attorney, it passed a resolution supporting the idea of contracting with an attorney. The idea of having a legal source …read more.

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WARSAW — Kosciusko County Health Officer Bill Remington addressed concerns Monday night, Oct. 21, to the Kosciusko County Board of Health about the use of vaping products at its quarterly meeting. Since Sept. 6, Indiana has reported three vaping-related deaths among the 33 confirmed cases of vaping-related lung injuries in the state, according to a …read more.

PALM COAST, FLA. – Grace’s golf teams are both in the top three heading into day two of the NCCAA Golf National Championships.

WINONA LAKE – Grace had a trio of its athletes earn national honors as well as Crossroads League accolades.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Public Library Board of Trustees adopted its 2020 budget and discussed quotes for a dry pipe sprinkler system during its meeting on Monday, Oct. 21. The 2020 budget, totaling $3,570,000, was adopted. $200,000 of the budget is categorized as the library’s rainy day fund. Facilities Manager Bruce Hively was present …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced to 10 years in the Indiana Department of Corrections on Monday, Oct. 21, after battering a pregnant woman. Eric Michael Sasso, 27, 942 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw, was charged with domestic battery resulting in bodily injury to a pregnant woman, a level 5 felony. On July 1, an …read more.

Kosciusko County The following person was booked into Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Elkhart County The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility: Marshall County The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail:

WARSAW — A Plymouth man was recently arrested after a police pursuit that reached speeds of 100 mph. Zachary Ryan Bradley, 27, 13838 12th Road, Plymouth, is charged with resisting law enforcement, a level 6 felony; and reckless driving, a class C misdemeanor. On Oct. 13, a Warsaw Police officer was traveling east on US …read more.

JoAnn E. Gemmill, 75, Ligonier, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, at home. She was born on June 22, 1944, in Kendallville to Dallas C. and Beulah Mae Herendeen. She married Robert Selby Gemmill on Feb. 10, 1961. She is survived by her husband, Robert Selby Gemmill, of Ligonier; a son, Tony (Shelly) Gemmill, …read more.

Editor’s Note: First Baptist Church notified InkFreeNews that the trunk-or-treat and related activities will be indoors. MENTONE — The First Baptist Church of Mentone will be once again hosting its annual ‘Trunk-or-Treat’ at its building located at 206 S. Oak St., Mentone, from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31. The church invites all to come trunk-or-treat at …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The IHSAA placed the Culver Academy boys basketball team on probation for the 2019-20 basketball season due to unspecified rules violations.

INDIANAPOLIS — Abbi Richcreek from Edgewood Middle School received the highest honor given to Project Lead The Way teachers — PLTW Outstanding Teacher — at the Project Lead The Way national conference. PLTW recognized Richcreek in front of hundreds of attendees, including teachers from across the United States. “We are grateful to our teachers for …read more.

  Neil Stanford Allison, 72, Warsaw, entered his eternal home at 6:40 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. He passed away at Grace Village Health Care in Winona Lake. He was born Sept. 28, 1947, in Fort Meade, Md. to Roy and Ruth (McCombie) Allison. Roy, Ruth and Neil moved to Winona Lake, in 1948 …read more.

  Carol Viola Tom Mullinix, 77, Lehigh Acres, Fla., passed away on Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, at her residence. Born June 27, 1942, in North Webster, she was the daughter of Levant and Edna E. Cripe Tom. On Nov. 7, 1958, at the New Salem Church of the Brethren, she was married to John Robert …read more.

Twilla Anne Bornman, died Oct. 17, 2019, at 10:30 p.m. in her home, in White Pigeon, Mich. She was born Feb. 6, 1941. She was married to Stephen Henry Bornman who passed away Nov. 16, 2009. She graduated from Milford High School and took several years of college. They lived on Lake Wawasee for many …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man allegedly stole a minibike from the Big R store in Warsaw. Virgil Roy Dordon, 54, 2505 E. Center St., Warsaw, is charged with theft, a level 6 felony; and theft, a class A misdemeanor.  According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Sept. 12, a Warsaw police officer responded to …read more.

WHITLEY COUNTY — One person died, another person was in possibly serious condition following two crashes in Whitley County during the weekend. Arthur M. Smead, 77, Churubusco, died from injuries after his vehicle was struck by a semitractor/trailer, at 8:22 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. The crash occurred at US 33 and CR 550E. A 53-year-old …read more.

Dannys Javier Rosales Urbina, 17, Winona Lake, passed away at 3:50 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, in his residence. He was born on April 26, 2002, in Honduras to Danis Conal Rosales Aleman and Nancy Aracely (Urbina) Martinez. A Visitation will be held at 1:30-3:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26, in McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. Burial …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — The Manchester University Theatre Society presents “Down the Street” as its fall production. The play is 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 and 7 p.m. Oct. 26 in Cordier Auditorium on the North Manchester campus. It is free and open to the public, according to a news release from Manchester University. Set in …read more.

WARSAW — Each year, REAL Services helps community members and organizations reach hundreds of elderly and disabled clients who are in need of everyday necessities and a bit of holiday cheer. The agency is seeking support that can come in several ways. Foremost, clients need numerous necessities. Those include new toothbrushes, socks, or a winter …read more.

SYRACUSE — Sheila NeSmith and her teenage sons, Jaiden and Tyler, lost everything in a house fire Sunday afternoon, Oct. 20. NeSmith and her sons were not at home when the fire broke out at 204 E. Henry St. The cause of the fire remains under investigation at this time. Turkey Creek Fire Territory is …read more.

From the files of Kosciusko County Historical Society: Editor’s note: This is a new column that will appear a few times a month on Monday mornings. Oct. 20, 1967 — Warsaw’s Murphy Medical Center will be seven years ahead of hospital survey bed needs when present construction is completed in early 1968, according to a brief …read more.

SYRACUSE — Two persons were injured in a two-vehicle crash at 4:56 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, on US 6 west of CR 43, north east of Syracuse. Curtis Freese, 51, South Bend, complained of pain to the right leg and was taken to Goshen Hospital. Sarah Buttgen, 23, Kendallville, complained of pain to the head …read more.

WARSAW — Looks like there’s a strong chance the week will start off wet and windy. According to the National Weather Service, rain and thunderstorms are possible after 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, with winds gusting as high as 35 mph. The high is predicted to be near 67.  Tuesday will be partly sunny with …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 3:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, 600 block East CR 900S, Claypool. Jordan C. Roberts reported theft. Value: $306. 7:12 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18, 4100 block South SR 15 and CR 550S, Warsaw. Jason K. Parker reported found property.   Warsaw Officers with …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:55 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, East Old Road 30, east of South CR 900E, Pierceton. Driver: Heather M. Fest, 43, West CR 700N, Larwill. Fest was traveling east on Old Road 30 when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $10,000. …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

MISHAWAKA — The future of the Osceola Dragway will be decided tomorrow morning.

More than 240 people participated in Heartline Pregnancy Center’s 11th Walk/Run for Life on Saturday, Oct. 19. Participants gathered for the annual 5K Walk/Run in order to raise awareness for the needs of those facing unexpected and challenging pregnancies. The event raised more than $23,000 to help Heartline continue providing services for parents who choose …read more.

Marc A. Kneller, 69, Silver Lake, passed away at 5:28 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 11 2019, at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. He was born on June 14, 1950, in Huntington, to Edward Howard and Dorothy Eloise (Jones) Kneller. He was a lifetime Kosciusko County area resident and attended Warsaw High School. …read more.

Barbara E. Treece, 84, Columbia City, died at 8:55 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Columbia City, where she had resided since 2013. She was born in Wolf Lake, on April 17, 1935, a daughter of the late Robert S. and Eldora V. (Coverstone) Braden. Her formative years were spent in the …read more.

Kenneth K Ott, 89, Wolf Lake, passed away on Oct. 19, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community in North Manchester. Born in Noble County, on July 9, 1930, to the late Harvey and Hildreth Marguerite (Waugh) Ott. He spent his formative years in Wolf Lake, graduating from Wolf Lake High School in 1948. He was married …read more.

Donna Glenn, 95, passed away on Oct. 18, 2019, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born in Dayton, Ohio to Paul and Lucille (Shamblin) Hiett. Donna married Earl Glenn of Tell City, in 1947. There were two boys born unto that union, Gary Ray and John Emerson. She was preceded in death …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — John Prendergast, international human rights activist and author, will speak at Manchester University at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, in Cordier Auditorium. He will explain how to enact change in “10 Building Blocks for Making a Difference in the World and in Your Neighborhood.” The keynote address for United Nations Day observances …read more.

SYRACUSE — Two vehicles were involved in an accident at US 6 and CR 43 in Syracuse, Saturday, Oct. 19. At 5:01 p.m., first responders responded to an accident involving a Honda Civic DX and a Ford Escape. The Honda Civic DX sustained heavy front-end damage. The Ford Escape appeared to sustain damage to the …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — Tis the season to be scared, so come to North Webster Community Public Library and watch a comedy horror film in the Adult Services Department at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28. The showing will be a 1986 rock musical about a nerdy florist who finds his chance for success and romance …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office at (574) 267-5667. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of Kosciusko County. The …read more.

SYRACUSE — Put on your walking shoes, grab a light jacket and the kids or a leash and the family pet and head out to the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation’s Levinson-LaBrosse Education and Wetland Center for the final day of the annual Falltastic Trail Walk. The event takes place from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, …read more.

WARSAW — About 400 people attended the Funkdafied Wrestling Federation’s sixth-anniversary show at the City-County Athletic Complex Saturday, Oct. 19. “I feel really good about it,” said FWF Promoter Brian Johnson about the turnout. The stars of the FWF performed before an energetic crowd. Matches included: Cruiserweight champion “The Absolute Answer” Nick Cutler retained his …read more.

SYRACUSE – NorthWood took care of business, 3-0, against West Noble to win the Wawasee Volleyball Sectional.

FRANCESVILLE – Triton took care of Oregon-Davis, 3-1, to win the West Central Volleyball Sectional Saturday night.

Grace College soccer, volleyball and tennis results for Saturday, Oct. 19.

State tournament scores from boys and girls soccer regionals and volleyball sectionals.

Football results for Saturday, Oct. 19.

CULVER — Wini Barnett and Jacob Kissling earned individual titles, and Warsaw cross country collected dual regional championships in Culver Saturday.

PORTAGE — NorthWood senior doubles partners Jack Wysong and Landon Holland won the Portage Regional title Saturday, earning the right to advance to the state doubles finals next weekend.

NorthWood and Triton advance to tonight’s volleyball sectional championships while Warsaw and Tippecanoe Valley saw their seasons ends in the semi-finals.

Longtime Plymouth resident Karen Morrison, 73, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, in her home surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Fort Wayne Indiana on Sept. 17, 1946, Karen was the daughter of Robert and Wilma (Speicher) Ashe. She graduated from Fort Wayne South Side High School with the class of …read more.

Rose B. Walters, age 79, of Bourbon, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, in Memorial Hospital of South Bend. The daughter of Arnold and Clarabel (Carey) Flory, was born in Bremen, Indiana, Apr. 19, 1940. She has been a life long resident of Marshall County where she graduated from Tippecanoe High School with the …read more.

By Melissa Chapman Cataloging Supervisor Halloween, tragically, is just one day of the year. Fortunately, there is nothing wrong with celebrating the spooky season all month long. Cozying up to watch a scary movie is the perfect way to get ready for All Hallow’s eve. The films below are designed to give Halloween vibes. “It”-is …read more.

Edward F. Loehmer, 92, of Winamac, IN passed away at 7:55 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019 at the Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac. Ed was born on Oct. 20, 1926 in Chicago Heights, IL to the late Mathias A. and Rose M. Schutz Loehmer. He served in the US Army during WWII. On Mar. …read more.

Jacqueline M. McConnell, 67, of Churubusco, passed away on Oct. 11, 2019, at her home. Born at McCray Hospital in Kendallville, on August 18, 1952, to the late Jack and Rosemary (Kocher) McConnell. She spent her formative years in Noble County, graduating from Churubusco High School. She then graduated from St. Joe School of Nursing School. …read more.

Shannon L. Gillette, 48, Goshen, died 12:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, at Goshen Hospital. She was born Feb. 2, 1971, in Quincy, Illinois, to Thomas L. Anders and Sherry (Sharp) Tincher . Surviving are her children, Michael Kuehl, Tallahassee, Florida, Amber (Samuel) Choate of Calhan, Colorado, Holly Gillette, Goshen, 10 grandchildren, mother, Sherry Tincher, …read more.

Eloise Pearl Hoch, 89, North Manchester passed away Oct. 16, 2019 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne, Indiana. One of five children, Eloise was born to Harvey F. and Lottie M. (Overholt) Zook on Mar. 15, 1930 in Newton, Kansas. After graduating from Clear Creek High School in 1948, Eloise married her soulmate, Beaver …read more.

Jerry Searfoss, 74, of Syracuse, passed away on Oct. 16, 2019 at his home. Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home.

Mary Pearl Slusher, 89, formerly of Wabash, Indiana, died at 3:20 pm, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019 at Coventry Meadows in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born July 5, 1930 in Richmond, Indiana to Dale and Mary E. (Messler) Lewis. She is survived by her daughter, TyAnna Snyder of Peru, Indiana, eight grandchildren, Gail (Todd) Wininger …read more.