Rev. Teresa V. Lewis, 66, of rural Macy, Indiana and formerly of Colorado Springs, Colo. passed at 4:20 p.m., Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at Miller’s Merry Manor of Peru.

INDIANAPOLIS – Basketball coaches Doug Ogle of Warsaw and Chris Kindig of Tippecanoe Valley have received honors from the IBCA.

Louis J. Calhoun, 84, of Rochester and formerly of Plymouth, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Friday, March 25, 2016 at his residence. Louis was born May 14, 1931 in Fulton County, to the late Lewis J. and Rosie (Haine) Calhoun Sr. Louis had attended Liberty Baptist Church, Rochester for a …read more.

Mr. Aubrey M. Jones, 87, Rochester, passed away at 2:17 p.m. Monday, March 21, 2016, at Woodlawn Hospital. On Dec. 22, 1928, Aubrey was born in Shelby County, Ill. to Harry and Vangie Ripley Jones. Growing up he shared his childhood with three sisters and three brothers. Aubrey and Mary Ann Virden were married on …read more.

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Norma Jean Burns, 88, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord at 3:25 p.m., Sunday, March 20, 2016, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne.

Aubrey Jones, 87, of Rochester passed away at 2:17 p.m. Monday, March 21, 2016, at Woodlawn Hospital.

Tyler Lee Prater Willett went home to be with Jesus at 4:30 a.m. Wednesday March 16, 2016. Tyler was the only son of Zachary Ray Willett and Kayla Leighanne Prater, Rochester. Tyler leaves behind: a sister: Annaleigh Rae; a host of aunts and uncles: Justin and Sherri Whitaker, North Manchester; Jordyn Renae Hackworth, Akron; Cory …read more.

Fred Zellers, 92, of Rochester was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at home on March 20, 2016.

Tyler Lee Prater Willett went home to be with Jesus at 4:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 16, 2016. Tyler was the only son of Zachary Ray Willett and Kayla Leighanne Prater, Rochester. Tyler leaves behind a sister, Annaleigh Rae; and a host of aunts and uncles: Justin and Sherri Whitaker, North Manchester, Jordyn Renae Hackworth, Akron, …read more.

Josefina M. Rudd, 71, Rochester, passed away at 9:50 a.m. Tuesday March 15, 2016, at her residence. She was born on April 17, 1944, in Ormoc City, Philippines, the daughter of Eulialio and Espectacion (Malinao) Espinosa. On April 16, 1970, in the Philippines, she married Larry D. Rudd and he survives. Josefina retired from R.R. …read more.

Mr. Robert L. Holloway Sr., 89, Rochester, passed away at 3:40 p.m. Monday, March 14, 2016, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. On Jan. 29, 1927, Robert was born in Rochester to Lee Roy and Lillie May Mikesell Holloway. As one of 12 children, he shared his childhood with eight sisters and three …read more.

Josefina M. Rudd, 71, Rochester, passed away at 9:50 a.m., March 15, 2016, at her residence.

TALMA – To meet 15-year-old Hannah Drudge, it would be easy to assume many things. It could easily be supposed the petite, vivacious and outgoing young lady spends her days concerned with her schoolwork, getting a driver’s license, deciding how to spend Saturday evening and other things teenagers typically prioritize. To be certain, those things …read more.

Dianne (Bernero) Buckmiller, 73, Rochester, died at 11:45 p.m. March 14, 2016, at Hickory Creek Nursing Home, Rochester. She had been in declining health for the past several years. Dianne was born on March 4, 1943, in Scottsville, Ky. to Frank Bernero and Jewell (Lewis) Bernero. She lived most of her life in the Marshall …read more.

Bailey Jean Shafer, 22 day old infant daughter of Christopher R. Shafer and Loretta L. (Gross) Shafer of Rochester, passed away at 8:55 a.m. Sunday, March 13, 2016, at South Bend Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending with Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Robert l. Holloway, 89, passed away at 3:40 p.m., Monday, March 14, 2016, at his residence.

Dianne Buckmiller, 73 died on March 14, 2016 at 11:45 p.m. at Hickory Creek Nursing Home, Rochester.

Earl Deaton 77, of Macy passed away at his home unexpectedly on Sunday, March 13, 2016.

Little Mister Corbin Edward Minix was welcomed to our world by his loving family at 12:06 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, 2016, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend. Corbin was the cherished son of Melissa Burton and Nathen Minix. Later that day at 9:40 p.m. baby Corbin passed to the arms of Jesus, joining him for …read more.

Mr. Jeffrey L. Newlin, 61 formerly of Rochester, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, March 9, 2016, in his Schererville home. In Robinson, Ill., on Feb. 8, 1955, Jeffrey Lee was born. He was  the treasured son of James L. and Donna Sue Mikeworth Newlin. Growing up he shared his childhood with two sisters. With great Fighting …read more.

Mr. George Edward Burton, 83, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 3:45 a.m. Friday, March 11, 2016, at Life Care Center of Rochester. On Jan. 31, 1933, George was born in Fulton County a treasured son of Edgar Harold and Grace Arlene Musselman Burton. Growing up in Liberty Township he …read more.

Gary Wayne Bradley, 59, of Akron passed away at 6:08 p.m. Wednesday, March 10, 2016 at his residence.

George E. Burton, 83, of Rochester was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away on Friday, March 11, 2016 at the Life Care Center of Rochester.

Former Rochester resident, Jeffrey Lee Newlin, 61, passed away at his home at Crown Point.

Violet Anne Marie Risner, 2 ½ months, Rochester, passed away at 11:20 A.M. Tuesday March 8, 2016, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. Violet was born on Dec. 11, 2015, in South Bend, the daughter of Jeff Risner and Brittany Marie Mickey. Survivors include her parents, Rochester; brothers: Maddox Daniel; Jaxon Gabriel; Xayden Michael Lee, all of …read more.

Claudia Ray White, 63, Winamac, died at 10 p.m. Friday, March 4, 2016, surrounded by family at her home after a brave battle with Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Claudia was born on Nov. 5, 1952, in Frankfort, to the late Curtis Ray and Joan Donnis Pearcy Morris. She was a graduate of Rossville High School and …read more.

Mrs. Lucille “Lucy” M. Stacy, 85, of Rochester passed away at 8:20 p.m. Thursday, March 3, 2016, at Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester. On Dec, 15, 1930, Lucille was born in Franklin Park, Ill., to a cherished daughter of Eufemio and Rafaela Garcia Satoyo. Growing up she shared her childhood with eight brothers and two sisters.  …read more.

Lucille M. Stacy, 85, Rochester, passed away at 8:20 p.m. Thursday, March 3, 2016, at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Mrs. Dolores Catherine Czichilski, 85, Rochester, passed away at 9:05 a.m. Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at Woodlawn Hospital. On April 12, 1930, Dolores was born in Chicago to David and Helen Burdjinski Bolin. Dolores and Robert Ewald Czichilski were married on April 10, 1948 in Chicago. Dolores was a homemaker and cherished the time with …read more.

Ruth Meek Enyart, 92, Rochester, passed away at 1:50 a.m. Monday, Feb. 29, 2015, at Life Care Center of Rochester. On Nov. 26, 1923, Ruth was born in Toledo, Ohio, a cherished daughter of Wesley Odus and Cecelia Grace Freeman Meek. Growing up she shared her childhood with two sisters and a brother. On Dec. 7, …read more.

Ruth Enyart, 92, Rochester, passed away at 1:50 a.m. Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, at Life Care Center. Arrangements are pending at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Etheree Linda Jones, 85, of Rochester formerly of Kewanna, passed away at 12:50 a.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, at Life Care Center in Rochester. Born August 26, 1930 in Langley, Ark., she was the daughter of the late Lewis H. and Eunice (Graves) Bashaw. On May 9, 1950 in Warren, Indiana, she married Dean E. …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Wawasee’s Logan Brugh was the lone local swimmer to break through at state swimming prelims Friday night at IUPUI.

Etheree Linda Jones, 85, Rochester and formerly of Kewanna, passed away at 12:50 a.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, at Life Care Center in Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home, Kewanna.

John Howkinson, Rochester, died in peace at 3:52 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016. The chronological order of his life is as follows: Born: March 27,1936 to Mayme (Bryan) Howkinson d. 1938 and Richard Howkinson d. 1993. Stepmother; Mary (Finney) Howkinson d. 2009. Brother: Jim Howkinson d. 2005. Sister Jill Howkinson d. 1943; Sister Jan (Howkinson) …read more.

Mr. John Howkinson, 79, Rochester, passed away at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016. Arrangements are pending at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

William “Bill” H. Garman 63, Rochester, passed away at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 19, 2016, at his residence. He was born on July 24, 1952, in Hillsboro, Ohio, the son of Everett and Lillian (Davis) Garman. On April 3, 1976, in Tucson, Ariz., he married Susan J. Clavers and she survives. Bill retired from the …read more.

Shirley A. Felda 70, Kewanna, passed away at 9:56 p.m. Friday Feb. 19, 2016, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac. She was born on Feb. 7, 1946m in Fulton County, the daughter of George “Pete” and Hazel (Click) Sutton. On Sept. 19, 1969, in Rochester, she married Thomas Lee Felda. He preceded her in death on …read more.

Kathleen M. (Doody) Vires, 79, Rochester, died at 10:25 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016, at her residence following a lengthy illness. She was born on January 19, 1937, in Chicago, Ill. to James Patrick Doody and Beatrice (Mercier) Doody. Kathleen had lived in Rochester since July 2007, coming from Culver, where she had lived for …read more.

Kathleen M. (Doody) Vires, 79, Rochester, died at 10:25 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016, at her residence following a lengthy illness. Arrangements are pending at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home.

ROCHESTER – Triton added a nice win to its résumé Tuesday night, taking a 62-42 boys basketball win at Rochester.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Jackie Walorski (IN-02) reminded Indiana residents about details of her tour to recognize recipients of her ‘Who’s Who in IN-02’ initiative.

By SHIRLEY WILLARD Fulton County Historian ROCHESTER — A new cupola was raised onto the Fulton County Historical Society’s round barn Tuesday, Feb. 9. The Amish crew built the cupola inside the round barn, then used a crane to lift it into place. Donations to help pay for rebuilding the round barn are needed. A …read more.

ROCHESTER — The Fulton County Historical Society Museum, located four miles north of Rochester on US 31 and CR 375N, is hosting a living history faire, Redbud Trail Rendezvous, antique tractors and trucks, and its annual Haunted Woods Trail. March 12 and 13, is the living History Faire. It is a pre-1890 time period event. …read more.

Mrs. Karen L. Ewen, 69, Rochester, passed away at 2:55 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, at Kindred Hospital of Mishawaka. On July 24, 1946, Karen Lee Halfast was born in Cory, Pa. She was the cherished daughter of Dr. Richard and Clarice J. Bell Halfast. Growing up she shared her childhood with two brothers, Rick and …read more.

Karen Ewen of Lake Manitou was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at Kindred Hospital of Mishawaka, on Feb. 9, 2016. Arrangements are pending at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Edward M. King, 91, Rochester, passed away at 2:52 a.m. Wednesday. Feb. 3, 2016, at his residence. He was born on June 8, 1924, in Talma, the son of Fred and Elma (Crum) King. He grew up on his family farm and served with the United States Army from 1948 to 1949. On Nov. 3, …read more.

Mr. Ivan “Buddy” Abrams, 80, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he went to be with the Lord Sunday morning, Feb. 7, 2016, at his home. This followed a valiant and courageous two year battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Minnie, a small town in Floyd County, Ky., on Nov. 1, 1935, Ivan …read more.

Ivan Abrams, 80, of Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at his home, Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016. He was born Nov. 1, 1935. Arrangements are pending at the Good Family Funeral Home.

[weaver_youtube PwfgfokzyVc rel=0]   WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Jackie Walorski (IN-02) announced this week’s honoree for her ‘Who’s Who in IN-02’ initiative. During a speech on the House floor Wednesday, Feb. 3, Walorski congratulated David Lawson, a volunteer firefighter with the Rochester Fire Department, for saving a family from their burning home last month. On …read more.

Bill E. Brown 82, Rochester, passed away at 11:04 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, at his residence. He was born on May 29, 1933 in Pulaski County, the son of Louis E. and Olive (Harris) Brown. On Sept. 9, 1956, in Peru, he married Patsy L. Gayhart and she survives. He served with the Unites …read more.

Marsha A. Koons, 75, Rochester, passed away at 6:15 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016, at her residence. She was born on May 16, 1940, in Muncie, the daughter of Orville and Dessie (Edwards) Renfroe. On Dec. 21, 1979, in Rochester, she married Donald D. Koons. He preceded her in death on Nov. 2, 2011. Marsha …read more.

Jerry Edward Burton, 53 of Rochester, passed away at 9:30 a.m., Friday, Jan. 29, 2016, at his residence. On Dec. 18, 2016, Jerry was born. He was nurtured by his foster parents Butch and Susie Dieringer until he reached his second birthday. With a home filled with love and the desire to share their lives with a new  toddler son, …read more.

Marc A. Smiley, 58, of Rochester, passed away at 3:35 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, at Chase Center Nursing and Rehab, in Logansport following a valiant and courageous 30 year battle with Muscular Dystrophy. Marc faced greater challenges in the last 16 months, but maintained his dignity and persevered with grace until his final day. On …read more.

Dean L. Perdue, 85, Rochester, passed away at 8:04 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2016, at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis. He was born on Sept. 20, 1930, in Rochester, the son of Thomas D. and Viola Stanley Perdue Sr. He attended Purdue University and served with the United States Army during the Korean War in the Signal …read more.

On the morning of Jan. 26, 2016, Sonny passed peacefully in his home in rural Rochester. He was comforted by his loving wife as he went to be with his Lord and Savior. Sonny was 77 years old. He was born in the town of Eldon, Okla. on Aug. 9, 1938. He was the son …read more.

Edith L. “Edie” Barker Harper Franklin, 85, Rochester, and formerly Silver Lake and Akron passed at 11:20 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2016, at Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester. She was born on Sept. 17, 1930, in Argos, Marshall County, to Irvin and Hazel (Coutler) Barker. She was married on Aug. 29, 1948 in Rochester to Paul …read more.

Carol Jean Zent Lange, 79, of Isle of Palms, S.C., and former of Rochester and Laporte, passed Saturday Jan. 23, 2016, in South Carolina. She was born on July 18 1936, in Talma, to Orton Paul and Clarabelle (Hunter) Zent. Visitation will be from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 31, at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Memorial …read more.

Arthur “Sony” Giesler, 77, of rural Rochester, passed Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016, at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Dolores Biggs Iholts, 81, Rochester, passed away at 1:25 p.m. Friday, Jan. 22, 2016, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. She was born on June 29, 1934, in Rochester, the daughter of Admiral Dewey and Pauline Marie (Dale) Biggs. She graduated from Rochester High School in 1953 and had served with the United States Air Force. …read more.

Ted Denton is Rochester’s new mayor, its chief executive, its municipal head honcho. But you can call him “Ted.” In fact, he insists on it. “It’s just Ted, not Mr. Mayor,” said the 64-year old Rochester native. “Nothing has changed except that I have a new assignment.” Elected in November to his first term at …read more.

Hugh W. Silberman, loving husband, father, uncle, papa, captain and friend to many people, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016, in his home. He was born Feb. 18, 1942, in Chicago, Ill. Hugh graduated from Rochester High School in 1960 and married his high school sweetheart, LaVon Johnson, in 1962. He attended Indiana University South …read more.

Former Rochester resident, Mr. Scotty B. Shelburne, 59, Camden, S.C., passed away Saturday, Jan. 23, 2016, at Palmetto Baptist Hospital, Columbia, S.C. On Aug. 31. 1956, Scotty Boyd Shelburne was born in Noblesville. He was a treasured son of Howard Dale and Rebecca Jacquelyne Wire Shelburne. Growing up as one of eleven children Scott shared …read more.

Former Rochester resident,  Mr. Scott B. Shelburne, 59, Columbia S.C., passed away Jan. 23, 2016, at Palmetto Baptist Hospital, Columbia, S.C. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Former Rochester resident, Mr. George C. Enyart, 44, Osceola, passed away at 5:19 p.m.Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka. On Sept. 6, 1971, George Clinton Enyart was born in Rochester to William “Baldy” F. and Patricia Mae Murray Enyart. Growing up he shared his childhood with three sisters and two brothers. …read more.

George Enyart, 44, Rochester, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home.

Robert Vernon Kindig “Bob” died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016. He was 92. Despite being born in Fort Wayne, living his productive career years in Elkhart and his early retirement with his son in Indianapolis, Bob always considered the Fulton County area of Akron and Rochester his home. Fulton County was where he grew up from …read more.

Susan L. Kirk, 58, Rochester, passed away at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016 at her residence. She was born April 20, 1957, in Kokomo, the daughter of Donald Ward and Donna (Jarrette) Polley. Susan was a 1975 graduate of Rochester High School. Survivors include her son, Ryan Barnett, Omiya, Japan; a daughter, Kyla Kirk …read more.

Robert Kindig, 92, Rochester passed away at 7:25 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016 at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Mr. Marvin W. Holloway, 83, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 5:10 p.m., Monday, Jan. 18, 2016, at his residence. On May 28, 1932, Marvin Wayne Holloway was born in Rochester. He was a treasured son of Elvin “Peck” and Eva Ruth Bechtel Holloway. Growing up as one of …read more.

ROCHESTER — A fatal accident this morning, Tuesday, Jan. 19, in Fulton County remains under investigation. Andrew Overmyer, 19, 8886 20B Road, Argos, died as a result of that accident. Fulton County Sheriff’s Department reports at 10:55 a.m. the Fulton County Dispatch received a call from Ricki Wyatt at 6708 N. Old US 31. Wyatt …read more.

Marvin Holloway, 83, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away Monday, Jan. 18, 2016. Arrangements are pending at the Good Family Funeral Home.

Peggy A. Miller 65, Rochester, passed away peacefully at 6:49 a.m. Friday, Jan. 15, 2016, at her residence surrounded by her loving family, husband, Tom, daughters, Betsy (David), Karen (Shawn), son, Andrew (Laura) and niece, Amber Basham. She was born on June 21, 1950, in Peru, the daughter of Ralph and Dorthea (Werr) Mull. On …read more.

Donald “Don” Borden, 58 of Rochester passed away on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016, at his home. Arrangements are pending at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

William M. Livingston, 72, of Rochester, passed away at 9:38 a.m, Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016, at Visiting Nurse Hospice of Fort Wayne. On Jan. 31, 1943, in Hackensack, N.J., William Murray Livingston was born. He was a treasured son of  William Murray and Trina Radyke Livingston. Patriotism beckoned and Bill answered the call serving with …read more.

ROCHESTER — The Tippecanoe Valley girls basketball team picked up a huge win in TRC play Saturday night behind Karis Tucker’s 19-point effort.

Weekly pick for prep basketball games by IFN sports writer Nick Goralczyk.

William Livingston, 72, Rochester, passed away at 9:38 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016, at Visiting Nurse Hospice of Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

ROCHESTER — Fulton County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a bomb threat made to the Fulton County Courthouse this morning, Jan. 12. According to Fulton County Sheriff Christopher Sailors, no threat was found and the activities at the courthouse resumed at 1:30 p.m. At approximately 9 a.m. Fulton County 911 put out a dispatch concerning a …read more.

Mrs. Dorothy M. Bryant, 80, Rochester, passed away at 6:45 a.m. Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, at Life Care Center of Rochester, following a valiant and courageous battle with cancer since Feb. of 2014. Born in Foraker, Ky. on July 27, 1935, Dorothy was a cherished daughter of Chester and Susie Craft Arnett. As one of …read more.

Dorothy M. Bryant, 80, Rochester passed away at 6:45 a.m. Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, at Life Care Center of Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Mrs. Phyllis D. Triplett, 75, Rochester, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016, at Hickory Creek of Rochester. In Virginia, Phyllis Delores Pittman was born on July 6, 1940. She was the cherished daughter of Miller and Dallas Duty Pittman. Growing up she shared her childhood with a brother Bobby. On June 30, 1961, Phyllis …read more.

Phyllis D. Triplett, 75, of Rochester, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016, at Hickory Creek of Rochester. In Virginia, Phyllis Delores Pittman was born on July 6, 1940. She was the cherished daughter of Miller and Dallas Duty Pittman. Growing up she shared her childhood with a brother, Bobby. On June 30, 1961, Phyllis …read more.

Josephine E. Sanders, 97 of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 12:05 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016, at Hickory Creek of Rochester. On Nov. 27, 1918, Josephine Eloise Utter was born in Henry Township, a cherished daughter of Harley and Gertrude Johnson Utter. Growing up she shared her childhood …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — A recap from the class 2A top 10 showdown between Rochester and Whitko.

WARSAW – The Warsaw boys and girls swim teams finished atop the standings at a mini invite Wednesday that included Rochester, Tippecanoe Valley and Huntington North.

ROCHESTER — Mr. Dennis Richard Nesbit, 66, Rochester, died 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. On June 28, 1949, Dennis was born in Kokomo to Harold and Mildred Jameson Nesbit. Dennis married Laura Brantley Nesbit March 31, 1998, in Columbus. Together they shared nearly seven years of life’s adventures …read more.

Dennis Nesbitt,  66, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016,  at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Ft. Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Mr. Lloyd W. Hatfield 71, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away Jan. 1, 2016, at his home. Born in South Bend on Feb. 4, 1944, Lloyd William was a treasured son of Loren and Dorothy Hatfield. Growing up, he shared his childhood with two sisters and four brothers. Lloyd served Oliver …read more.

Dorothy M. Brennan 103, Rochester, passed away at 10:25 p.m. Monday, Dec. 28, 2015, at Life Care Center of Rochester. She was born on July 12, 1912, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Frank M. and Laura May (Viers) Dukes. She married William J. Brennan in Chicago, Ill., and he preceded her in death in …read more.

By NIKKI ST. MARTIN TimberWolf Trading Post ROCHESTER — TimberWolf Trading Post, Rochester, hosted its second annual charity archery shoot at its range Friday, Dec. 18, and Saturday, Dec, 19. The event raised more than $1,300. The proceeds will be donated to United Ministries of Fulton County, Inc. “The spirit of the holidays was alive …read more.

ROCHESTER – The Tippecanoe Valley boys basketball team lost to Fairfield 49-35 in tourney action Tuesday night.

David E. Washington 50, Rochester, passed away at 12:49 p.m. Monday, Dec. 28, 2015, at his residence. He was born on April 21, 1965, in Gallipolis, Ohio, the son of Peggy Honeycutt. He worked for the Norfolk-Southern Railroad for many years. He enjoyed going to flea markets, model building, woodworking and was a movie buff. …read more.

Ronald C. Keele 75, Rochester, passed away at 3:45 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 27, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. He was born on Aug. 18, 1940, in Ill., the son of Charles Albert and Lorine Aldine (Schmidt) Keele. On Aug. 21, 1971, in Rochester, he married Bonnie J. Vigar. She preceded him in …read more.

Mrs. Jennifer A. Spencer, 32, of Rochester, passed away at 7:17 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21, 2015, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne, due to injuries from a motor vehicle accident. On Jan. 30, 1983, Jennifer was born the cherished daughter of David and Carolyn Heckathorn Bednarski. Growing up she shared her childhood with a brother …read more.

ROCHESTER – Triton and Tippecanoe Valley had a compliment of wrestlers active at Wednesday’s John McKee Invite hosted by Rochester High School.

Jennifer A. Spencer, 32, Rochester, passed away at 7:17 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21, 2015, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Dorothy E. Moore, 88, Rochester, passed away at 8:20 a.m. Monday, Dec. 21, 2015, at Life Care Center of Rochester. She was born on Aug. 19, 1927, in Mishawaka, the daughter of William E. and Nellie J. (Warren) Swathwood. On April 15, 1946, in South Bend, she married Frank E. Moore. He preceded her in …read more.

Leonora “Ann” Eliseanna (Wennerstrom) Gibbons, 89, of N. Main St., Elkhart, died at 5:50 p.m. Dec. 20, 2015 at her residence she had been in declining health for the past couple of years. Ann was born on March 15, 1926 in Culver, to August Wennerstrom “a survivor of the Titanic” and Naomi (Johnson) Wennerstrom. She …read more.

Robert L. King 94, Rochester, passed away at 8:20 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, at Life Care Center of Rochester. He was born on April 6, 1921 in Rochester, the son of Howard and Carrie (Conrad) King. He served with the United States Army during World War II receiving the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. King …read more.