Elizabeth L. “Betty” Zumbrun, 86, of Columbia City, passed away peacefully at 5:24 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015 at Kingston at DuPont, Fort Wayne. Betty was born on Nov. 15, 1928, in Kokomo, Howard County, the daughter of Gilbert Bryan and Florence (Summers) Harvey. Betty lived in several locations as a child, including Bloomfield, MI …read more.

Jack W. Leininger, 68, a lifelong Union Township, Whitley County resident, died at 11:35 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He was born Dec. 8, 1946, in Whitley County. He graduated from Columbia City Joint High School. On July 7, 1966 he enlisted in the United States Army, stationed …read more.

Steven E. Shoemaker, 64, of rural Columbia City, died Friday evening, October 23, 2015 at Glenbrook Rehab and Nursing Center, Fort Wayne. He was born July 10, 1951, in Columbia City, a son of Edgar and Nadine (Heller) Shoemaker. His formative years were spent in Etna Troy Township, Whitley County. He graduated from Columbia City …read more.

WARSAW — Nextremity Solutions, Inc., a pure-play foot and ankle company located in Warsaw, has completed the acquisition of a highly innovative foot fusion technology from Del Palma Orthopedics that had previously gained the interest of a larger orthopedic company. DPO, located in Columbia City, is an orthopedic company that focuses on the development of …read more.

Patricia J. Johnson, 56, Columbia City, died at 5:20 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015 at the Hospice Home, Fort Wayne. She was born Aug. 6, 1959, in Elgin, Ill., a daughter of Loren E. and Virginia M. (Merritt) Switzer. Her formative years were spent in Elgin. She graduated from Elgin High School. In 1982 she …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: This list will continue to be added to as events and community trick-or-treat times are submitted. To submit your fall/Halloween event, email [email protected]) Area Trick-or-Treat Times —  Argos: 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31 Bourbon: 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31 Bremen: 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31 Claypool: 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31 Columbia City: 6-8 p.m. …read more.

Lois Irene Martin, 72, of Columbia City, passed away at 6:55 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015, at her home. Born May 13, 1943 in Kankakee, Ill., she was the daughter of Elmer and Bernice (Howard) Parrish. Growing up in Braidwood, Ill., she graduated from Reed Custer High School with the Class of 1961. That winter …read more.

Lois Irene Martin, Columbia City, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015, at her home. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home, Columbia City.

Alvin J. Snyder, 79, South Bend, passed away at 8:15 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19, 2015, at his home. Mr. Snyder was born on Sept. 21, 1936, in South Bend to the late John Delbert and Maude Pearl (Morrow) Snyder. He has been a lifelong area resident. On May 24, 1958, in Lakeville, he was united …read more.

Rosemary E. Riemen, 76, of Big Lake, died at 1:29 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne after suffering a severe stroke Friday evening. She was born Sept. 17, 1939 in Fort Wayne, a daughter of John S. and Moness (Tagtmeyer) Hooper. Her formative years were spent in Fort Wayne. …read more.

Wilford E. Coy, 81, of South Whitley, passed away at 12:55 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015 at his home.  Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City.

WARSAW — Rogelio Navarro was sworn in as a new officer of the Warsaw Police Department at the start of the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety meeting Friday, Oct. 16. Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer administered the oath of office with Navarro’s family by his side. Navarro served one year with Nappanee Police Department …read more.

Lester B. Worrick, 92, Columbia City, died at 8:02 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, at Sycamore Village, Fort Wayne. He was born Oct. 31, 1922, in Whitley County, a son of the late Wilbert and Carrie (Rhoades) Worrick. His formative years were spent in Union Township, Whitley County where he graduated from Union Township High …read more.

Barbara E. Evans, 68, of Columbia City, passed away at 5:17 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2015 at her home. She is survived by her husband of 31 years: Bob Evans; mother: Ruth Sitton, Arcola; daughters: Jennifer Coy; Juliana (Steven) Johnson, both of Columbia City; sons: Scott (April) Frazier; William Lanier; and Robert (Shannon) Evans Jr., …read more.

Lois Mae Roby Nix, 89, a lifetime resident of Whitley County, died at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, at Renaissance Village where she had been a resident since October 2013. She was born April 9, 1926, in Columbia City, a daughter of Willie and Hazel (Leaman) Roby. She graduated from Columbia City High School …read more.

Dawn E. Grunawalt, 56, Columbia City, passed away at 9:15 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, at Miller’s at Oak Pointe. Born May 13, 1959 in Kendallville, she was the daughter of Fred W. and Geraldine (Chapman) Palmer. On May 24, 2003, Dawn married Darwin Grunawalt in Columbia City. She was a talented artist, a great …read more.

Samuel Burton Meredith Sr., 68, Columbia City, passed away at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2015, at his home in Columbia City. Mr. Meredith was born on March 20, 1947, in Fort Wayne. He spent his formative years in Fort Wayne, and graduated from Central High School. On April 21, 2006 he was married in …read more.

Columbia Township Fire Department will host a Chili Benefit Dinner in honor of retired CTFD Firefighter Mark Sievers. Sievers was diagnosed with stage 3 pancreatic cancer and firefighters are asking for the public’s help in battling the rising costs of treatment by enjoying a meal with them. The dinner, to be held from 4-8 p.m. …read more.

Dawn E Grunawalt, age 56, of Columbia City, passed away at 9:15 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, at Miller’s at Oak Pointe, Columbia City. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City.

Agnes Jane Plummer, age 101, of Columbia City, passed away at 5 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, 2015 at her daughter’s residence.  Born on Oct. 9, 1913 in Warsaw, she was the daughter of James and Norah  (Syphers) Duncan. She lived in Warsaw all of her life, until moving to Columbia City to reside with her …read more.

Barbara E. Evans, 68, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 5:17 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2015 at her home. Born Dec. 27, 1946 in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Max L. and Ruth G. (Bieber) Sitton. Barb had been a resident in Coesse since 1976. She graduated from Arcola High School with …read more.

Chester L. “Chet” Simon, 78, of Columbia City, died at 10:38 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2015, at Lutheran Medical Center, Fort Wayne. He was born Feb. 28, 1937, in Whitley County, a son of J. Howard and Dorothy A. (Hile) Simon. A lifelong resident of Whitley County, he graduated from Columbia City High School. From 1956 …read more.

Helen M. Eby, 86, of Columbia City, died at 6:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, 2015. She had been in declining health. She was born April 2, 1929, in Tipton, a daughter of the late Benjamin H. and Esther M. (Martin) Lamb. Her formative years were spent in Mexico. She graduated from Mexico High School. On …read more.

To most people that knew Shannon Harrison, it was apparent that his family came first. Shannon thought the world of his wife, Kathy; daughters, Kassee and Shari; and grandchildren, Addison and Brayden. He not only had a giving heart with his family, but to anyone who needed help. He was the type of guy who …read more.

Hilda “June” Targgart, 90, formerly of rural Wolf Lake, went to her Heavenly Home at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. She had been at Miller’s Oak Pointe, Columbia City, for the past six weeks. She was born June 30, 1925, in Noble County, a daughter of the late Murry and Eva (Strouse) Shively. Her …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw and Wawasee both won by 5-0 scores against Columbia City and Tippecanoe Valley to set up Friday’s final in the Warsaw Boys Tennis Sectional.

Shannon J. Harrison, 45, Columbia City, passed away at 7:25 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City. To most people that knew Shannon Harrison, it was apparent that his family came first. Shannon thought the world of his wife, Kathy; daughters, Kassee and Shari; and grandchildren, Addison and Brayden. He not only …read more.

Michael Andrew Beaver, 65, of rural Columbia City, died at 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28, 2015, at his home. Arrangements are pending at Smith and Sons Miller Chapel, South Whitley.

Bonnie Lou Tonkel, 72, Columbia City, passed away at 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, 2015, at Presence Sacred Heart Home in Avilla. Born Dec. 16, 1942, in Whitley County, she was the daughter of Betty (Cullers) Baker. Bonnie attended Whitley County Schools and graduated from Columbia City Joint High School with the Class of 1960. …read more.

Arlene Briggs-Rex, 84, of Columbia City, passed away at 10:35 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015, at her home. She was surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 28, 1931, in Wolf Lake, she was the daughter of Benton and Lavinia (Scripter) Fruchey. Arlene was born and raised in Northeast Indiana, graduating from Wolf Lake …read more.

Phyllis A. Bodine, 86, of Columbia City, passed away at 6:15 p.m. Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at Renaissance Village in Fort Wayne. Born July 27, 1929 in Toledo, Ohio she was the daughter of Charles M. Wiseman, Sr. and Ruby L. (Knotts) Wiseman. She has been a Whitley County resident since 2009, moving from Lake …read more.

Charles Richard Shinn “Chuck”, 72, of Columbia City, passed away at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born on Aug. 22, 1943, in Fort Wayne, he was the son of Paul and Catherine (King) Shinn. Growing up in Northeast Indiana, Chuck graduated from Elmhurst High School with the class of …read more.

Kim Marina “Kymm” Thibert, 35, Columbia City, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday Sept. 10, 2015, and with her she took a piece of our hearts. Kymm was born March 6, 1980 in Wales, Mass. She loved spending time with family and friends. She had a smile for everyone and saw the best in people. Kymm …read more.

SYRACUSE – Garrett won the Wawasee Volleyball Invite title while Wawasee, Whitko and Tippecanoe Valley were battling among the group.

WARSAW – A review of Warsaw sports for Thursday, Sept. 17.

Janice Allen Mayhew Hammer, 92, of Columbia City, went to her heavenly home Wednesday morning, Sept. 16, 2015, at Jefferson Place Health in Louisville, Ky. She was born Sept. 21, 1922, to Horace and Clementine White Mayhew in Roanoke, Va. She attended school in Roanoke and left for college at age 16 to attend Converse …read more.

WARSAW – A review of Warsaw sports for Tuesday, Sept. 15.

Nancy A. Sherman, 66, a resident of Merriam, passed away at 5:40 a.m. on Monday, September 14, 2015, at Miller’s at Oak Pointe in Columbia City following an extended illness. She had been in declining health for some time and had been a patient there for the past two weeks. Nancy was born in Fort …read more.

AKRON – A recap from Saturday’s cross country invite at Tippecanoe Valley High School.

Rebekah Sue “Bekki” Smith, 58, died 11:07 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. She was born on Jan. 30, 1957, in Fort Wayne, a daughter of Charles and Beverly (Koontz) Bolinger. Her formative years were spent in Columbia City where she graduated from Columbia City Joint High School with …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Following a watercraft accident that occurred at approximately 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, one man has tragically succumbed to his injuries. According to a press release issued by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources law enforcement division, witnesses stated Jeffery Melvin, 53, Columbia City, was operating a personal watercraft on Lake Webster …read more.

Jeff Melvin, 53, Columbia City, passed away at 8:29 p.m. Monday, Sept. 7, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. He was born Dec. 19, 1969, in Plymouth, to Jimmie F. Sr. and Martha “Marty” Melvin. Survivors include his mother: Martha J. Melvin; his best friend: “Nubby”; two sisters: Robin (Dennis) McClain, Lehigh Acres, Fla.; and Debra …read more.

Rebecca A. Phillips, 73, of Columbia City, passed away at 9:56 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2015 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born Aug. 14, 1942, in Columbia City, she was the daughter of Cyrus C. and Evelyn M. (Kelly) Cable. Becky graduated from Columbia City Joint High School with the Class of …read more.

Rebeca A. Phillips, age 73, of Columbia City, passed away at 9:56 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home, Columbia City.

Barbara A. Stansell, 70, formerly of Columbia City, died Saturday morning, Sept. 5, 2015, at her home in rural Cromwell where she had been living with her daughter since June. She was born Aug. 17, 2015, a daughter of Charles Devon and Lois Helen (Edie) Cochran. As an infant, her family moved to New Castle, …read more.

WARSAW — Video surveillance captured a man stealing approximately $1,591 worth of items from Wal-Mart Super Center, Warsaw, on five different occasions, which lead to his arrest Monday.

Ruth Crippes, 80, of Plymouth, Mich., passed away at 4:15 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015 at Independence Village Assisted Living, Plymouth, Mich. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City.

COLUMBIA CITY – In the annual grudge match in Whitley County, Columbia City jumped out to an early lead and held off Whitko, 10-8, Friday night.

By EMILY DUNCAN Public Relations Director Office of Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann INDIANAPOLIS – Five Indiana companies were recognized as Companies to Watch Spotlight Award recipients at the eighth annual Companies to Watch ceremony, held Thursday, Aug. 27, in Indianapolis. The accolade, presented by the State of Indiana and the Office of Small Business and …read more.

By KRISTEN KEUHL BrightPoint Development Assistant FORT WAYNE — Community Action of Northeast Indiana d/b/a Brightpoint announced sponsorship of the Child and Adult Care Food Program and its policy for providing free and reduced-price meals at no separate charge. Free and reduced-price meals will be provided to participants meeting the approved eligibility criteria. Meals are …read more.

Brian Hunter Strouse, 55, died at 4:07 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2015, at Glenbrook Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center, Fort Wayne. Born May 20, 1960, in Columbia City, son of the late Edgar “Bud” Strouse, Jr. and Mary Louise (Amans) Strouse. He graduated from Columbia City Joint High School, 1979. Bachelor’s degree from Duke University …read more.

All who knew Vicki Kessie would agree that she was truly beautiful on the inside and out. She was gracious, genuine, and compassionate – the sort of person who was willing to do whatever she could for others. Although Vicki had a great sense of humor, she also didn’t shy away from calling things as …read more.

Victoria J. Kessie, 63, Columbia City, passed away Sunday, Aug, 23, 2015, at her home. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home, Columbia City.

WARSAW – It became quite a showcase game for the Warsaw Tigers football team. Getting a plus-effort from all three phases of the game, Warsaw took control and crushed Columbia City, 27-3, in the week one opener.

SOUTH WHITLEY – The Whitko boys soccer team opened up play for the 2015 season Thursday night with a trip to Columbia City.

Margaret Kathleen Nelson, 93, died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2015, at Parkview Whitley Hospital a few days after suffering a major stoke. She was born in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia on Dec. 5, 1921, a daughter of George and Agnes Atkinson. During World War II, Margaret served as a tailor and seamstress making uniforms for the British …read more.

Maria Evilsizor, 76, of Columbia City, died at 4:55 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. She was born Aug. 20, 1938, in Setcdorf, Czechoslovakia, a daughter of Alfred and Anna (Feike) Ehrlich. In 1946 her family moved to Germany where she graduated from Germany. In November 1975 she moved …read more.

Donald E. Klopfenstein, 94, of Columbia City, died Friday, Aug. 14, 2015, at Manorcare Health Services in Rolling Meadows, Ill. He was born Aug.  16, 1920, in Fort Wayne, a son of Lester and Elizabeth (Schneider) Klopfenstein. As a young boy, his family moved to rural Columbia City from Garrett. He completed his education at Columbia City …read more.

Ruth A. Schaper, 73, of Columbia City, passed away on Monday, Aug. 10, 2015. Born Aug. 31, 1941, she was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Schone) Edsall. Ruth had worked at Roethele Lumber in the office and at Hinen Printing. She loved to garden and play card games of all sorts. She …read more.

Robert H. Auer, 91, a lifelong Whitley County resident, died at 8:53 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015, at Renaissance Village where he had been a resident since May. He was born March 2, 1924, in Whitley County a son of Carl J. and Ethel M. (Eberhard) Auer. He graduated from Coesse High School in 1942, …read more.

Bonnie Joe Blaire, age 72, of Fort Wayne, passed away at 10:57 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015, at Golden Years Homestead, Fort Wayne. Born on Nov. 20, 1942, in Wolf Lake, she was the daughter of Charles F. and Ruth J. (Wineland) Stump. Bonnie attended Columbia City Joint High School and graduated with the Class …read more.

Barbara J. Shirey, 84, of rural South Whitley, died Friday, Aug. 7, 2015, at her home. She was born Nov. 17, 1930, in Beaver County, Penn., a daughter of Robert A. and Buelah (Sproat) Diebold. As a young girl, her family moved to Roanoke, and later Fort Wayne before moving to Coesse. Barbara graduated from …read more.

To achieve ones calling is one of the greatest gifts, and Rev. Thomas M. Douglas was a man who followed after God’s own heart. Thomas knew from a young age he was meant for the ministry, and through his growing faith, he came to be a servant of the Lord. A man of integrity, honesty …read more.

Mariann Evelyn Hicks, 58, of Columbia City, passed away unexpectedly at 2:50 a.m. Sunday, August 2, 2015, at Highland Regional Medical Center in Sebring, Fla. Born Oct. 4, 1956, in Havelock, N.C., she was the daughter of Blanche Marie (Roy) Shatzer. Mariann was raised in Fort Wayne and graduated from Wayne High School with the Class …read more.

SYRACUSE – The 2015 prep sports season officially began Tuesday afternoon as the Wawasee girls golf team hosted Columbia City at South Shore Golf Club in Syracuse.

Kerry J. French, 60, of Fort Wayne, died at 2:17 p.m. Friday, July 31, 2015, at the Hospice Home. He was born Sept. 30, 1954, in Columbia City, a son of Robert J. and Carolyn R. (Karns) French. He graduated from Whitko High School and continued his education at Lincoln Tech in Indianapolis. A certified …read more.

Lyle D. Zorger, age 83, of Fort Wayne, passed away at 5:45 p.m. Friday July 31, 2015, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home, Fort Wayne.  Born on April 1, 1932, he was the son of Dewey Emmanuel and Bessie (Studer) Zorger. Lyle was a lifetime resident of Allen and Whitley Counties and attended Jefferson Center High …read more.

Lora Ann Ray, 55, of Columbia City, passed away at 10 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born Nov. 25, 1959, in Whitley County, she was the daughter of James L. Ray and Dorothy M. (Hinen) Ray. Lori has been a lifetime resident of Whitley County except for ten years …read more.

Lora Ann Ray, age 55, of Columbia City, passed away at 10 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home.

Oleta L. Miller, 84, of Columbia City, formerly of Milford and New Paris, died Tuesday afternoon, July 28, 2015 at Miller’s at Oak Pointe. She was born Oct. 11, 1930, in Van Buren County, Ark. to James William and Edna Jane (Payne) Leird. On June 28, 1950, she married Thomas Chalk in Leachville, Ark. He …read more.

Crossroads Bank announces the hiring of Lisa Swogger as commercial lending vice president in the Columbia City and Syracuse offices. Lisa is a graduate of Woodlan High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from International Business College majoring in accounting. Lisa has her Indiana real estate license and Indiana life and health …read more.

Patricia Ann McNagny, 89, a lifelong Columbia City resident, died at 4:38 a.m. Tuesday, July 28, 2015, at her home. Surviving relatives include four daughters: Julia E. (Dr. David) Hurley, Columbia City; Elizabeth C. McNagny, Olympia, Wash.; Carolyn G. McNagny, Chelsea, Mich.; and Marcia A. (Kip Tom) McNagny, Columbia City; four grandchildren: Dr. Jennifer B. …read more.

Herbert H. Pelfrey, 85, of Columbia City, died at 4:33 p.m. Monday, July 20, 2015, at Parkview Whitley Hospital where he was admitted on Wednesday. He was born Sept. 27, 1929, in Combs, Ky. a son of the late Sam Henry and Kizzie (Watkins) Pelfrey. His formative years were spent in Kentucky where he completed …read more.

Kenneth L. Kauffman, 64, of Columbia City, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2015, at his home. Born on April 21, 1951, in Salem, Ohio, he was the son of Victor Kauffman and Dorothy (Detrow) Kauffman. Growing up in Northeast Ohio, Ken graduated from Crestview High School before continuing on to nearby Youngstown State University where …read more.

Kenneth L. Kauffman, age 64, of Columbia City, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2015 at his home. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home.

Lisa R. Wilson, age 57, of Columbia City, passed away at 11:35 a.m. Thursday, July 16, 2015 at Miller’s Merry Manor at Oak Pointe, Columbia City. She was born on May 2, 1958, in Chicago, Ill. and spent much of her childhood there. Moving to Tennessee at 16 years old, Lisa would find a love …read more.

Peggy J. Bolen, age 63, of Columbia City, passed away at 6:06 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2015, at her residence.  Born on Feb. 5, 1952, in LaPorte County, she was the daughter of James Cowgill Sr. and Mary (Spradling) Cowgill. Growing up in the LaPorte area, Peggy graduated from LaPorte High School with the class of 1970. …read more.

Mary Louise Strouse, 83, the widow of Edgar “Bud” Strouse Jr., died at 10:40 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, at Millers Merry Manor. She is survived by a daughter: Leigh Caldwell, Irvine, Calif. and a son: Brian Strouse, Columbia City. In accordance with the family’s wishes there will be no visitation or service. A memorial gathering will …read more.

Audrey Eloise Frain, 91, of Bitely, Mich., died Friday, July 10, 2015, at her home. She was born Aug. 3, 1923 in Columbus, Ohio a daughter of Harvey Orange and Edna Agnes (Dotson) Penn. As a young girl, her family moved to Three Rivers, Mich., where she graduated from high school. On March 11, 1949 …read more.

Jessie L. Beard, 81, of Columbia City, died at 3:22 a.m. Monday, July 13, 2015, at Englewood Healthcare, Fort Wayne, where she had been a resident. She was born April 27, 1934 in Archie, Louisiana a daughter of the late Howard and Minnie (Johnson) Wilkinson. She spent her formative years in Alexandria, La. and graduated …read more.

Ronald L. Evard, 75, residing in South Bend, passed away at 11:55 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2015, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend, where he was admitted on Tuesday.  He was born May 10, 1940, in Columbia City, a son of the late Frank L. and Edna (Mohn) Evard, and has lived in South Bend …read more.

Dale R. Coffelt Sr., 71, of Columbia City, passed away, Thursday, July 9, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born March 25, 1944, in Dekalb County, he was the son of Perry Eugene and Florence (Brendel) Coffelt. He has been a lifetime area resident.  He attended Columbia City Joint High School and worked …read more.

Betty L. Zimmerman, 77, of Columbia City, died at 5:05 a.m. Thursday, July 9, 2015 at her home. She was born Sept. 7, 1937 in Prestonsburg, Ky., a daughter of Richard and Aggie (Poe) Gibson. At the age of 14, her family moved to Kosciusko County. She graduated from Claypool High School. On July 5, 1957 she …read more.

Charles Besson Stanley, 91, of Columbia City, died at 9:15 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2015, at his home. He was born Dec. 2, 1923, in Dunfee, Allen County, a son of Roy Cuppy and Ruth H. (Besson) Stanley. His formative years were spent in Allen, Noble and Whitley Counties. He graduated from Washington Center High School. …read more.

Lois Plew, age 87, passed away at 5:58 p.m. Sunday, June 28, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Born Dec. 21, 1927 in Cumberland, Md., she was the daughter of John Peter and Martha Ellen (Petenbrink) Clark. She was the youngest of 12 children. While working in Washington D.C. during WWII, Lois met Roger …read more.

Harriet Barbara Redman, 94, of Crown Point, passed away at 7:18 a.m. Saturday, June 27, 2015, at Wittenberg Village in Crown Point. Born March 27, 1921, in Arcadia, she was the daughter of Harry Peter and Ersa Edna (Heisser) Waltz. Harriet was baptized on April 24, 1921, by Rev. Albert A. Fenner at Emanuel Lutheran …read more.

William Eugene Hamlett, 92, a resident of Raburn Gap, Ga., died at 12:15 p.m. Thursday, June 25, 2015, at Halcyon Hospice, Atlanta, Ga. He was born July 1, 1922, in Rochester, a son of the late Philip and Dessie (Sharp) Hamlett. On Sept. 5, 1942, he was united in marriage to Mary Candice Beard. Mrs. …read more.

Janice L. Schieferstein, 78, of Tri-Lakes, died at 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 23, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor at Oak Pointe, Columbia City. There will be no services. Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City, is in charge of arrangements.

Mary J. Golden, 55, of Columbia City, died at 3:16 p.m. Friday, June 26, 2015, at the home of her mother, Virginia Rehrer, where she had been staying for the past three weeks. She was born Oct. 23, 1959 in Greensburg, a daughter of Norman L. and Virginia E. (Champ) Kelley. As a first grader, …read more.

With unending love for her family and friends, Nita Prine was a gift to her friends and loved ones. She took great care in making her loved ones feel special, and she was the sort of person who would do anything for anyone. A more devoted mother would be hard to find, but Nita just …read more.

Jack Stanley Schram, Columbia City, died Tuesday, June 23, 2015. A people person who was eager to help others, Jack Stanley Schram was a blessing to those around him. He was a longtime resident of the community he loved, and as a man of faith he made a positive impact in the lives of countless …read more.

Jack Schram, age 81, of Columbia City, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2015, at his Residence. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, Columbia City.

Donald E. Gruber, age 77, of Columbia City, passed away at 10:35 a.m. Sunday, June 21, 2015, at his home. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home, Columbia City.

John Crawford, 82, passed away at noon Friday, June 19, 2015, at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City. John was born Nov. 17, 1932, in Gallipolis, Ohio to Robert and Ethel (Shoemaker) Crawford. He was married to Sharon Smith who preceded him in death. John was a janitor for Wabash Valley and was a real people person who …read more.

Joyce Ann (Cripe) Bauman, 80, of Flora formerly of Logansport went to be with the Lord at 7:21 p.m. Friday, June 19, 2015, surrounded by her loving family at her residence. Born on April 29, 1935, in Wolcott, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Edna (Sheets) Cripe. On Jan. 30, 1954 …read more.

Amanda Fawn Jackson, 33, Columbia City, passed away suddenly at 11:41 a.m. Thursday June 18, 2015, at her residence. Born on October 23, 1981, in Fort Wayne, IN, she was the daughter of Steven and Malana (Harrison) Alvey. Amanda was a lifetime Whitley County resident.  She attended Columbia City High School and graduated with the …read more.

Micropulse, Inc., a Columbia City-based medical device manufacturer for the orthopedic and cardiovascular industries has joined with Lou Matrisciano to establish Restoration Medical Polymers, LLC. Restoration Medical Polymers [RMP] will be located in Micropulse’s Orthovation Center. Brian Emerick, the President and Owner of Micropulse believes, “RMP’s formation and growth in northeast Indiana will add yet …read more.

Amanda Fawn Jackson, 33, of Columbia City, passed away at 11:41 a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2015, at her home. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home, Columbia City.

All who knew Gerald “Jerry” Ramsey would agree that he was larger than life. He was hardworking and driven to succeed, yet he also took the time to enjoy life along the way. Although Jerry accomplished so much of which to be proud, there was no greater gift in his life than his family that …read more.

Gerald E. Ramsey, 76, of Columbia City, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2015, at Summit City Nursing and Rehab in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home, Columbia City.