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Ivan ‘Buddy’ Abrams

February 8, 2016

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 — PENDING

February 7, 2016

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.

Jerry Edward Burton

February 1, 2016

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.

Scotty B. Shelburne

January 25, 2016

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.

George C. Enyart

January 23, 2016

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- PENDING

January 22, 2016

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.

Robert Kindig — PENDING

January 20, 2016

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.

Marvin Wayne Holloway

January 20, 2016

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.

Marvin Holloway -PENDING

January 19, 2016

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.

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

January 17, 2016

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.

William Livingston -PENDING

January 14, 2016

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.

Dorothy M. Bryant

January 12, 2016

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- PENDING

January 11, 2016

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.

Phyllis D. Triplett

January 11, 2016

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

January 11, 2016

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

January 11, 2016

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.

Dennis Richard Nesbit

January 5, 2016

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 — PENDING

January 4, 2016

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.

Lloyd W. Hatfield

January 3, 2016

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.

Jennifer A. Spencer

December 27, 2015

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.

Jennifer A. Spencer- PENDING

December 22, 2015

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.

Randy L. McKenzie

December 19, 2015

Randy L. McKenzie, 51, of Rochester passed away at 6:10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 18, 2015 at his residence.  On June 7, 1964, in Jacksonville, Ark., Raymond Lewis “Randy” McKenzie was born. He was a treasured son of Robert F. and Linda Goforth McKenzie. Growing up he shared his childhood with a brother Timothy and a …read more.

James R. Adams

December 16, 2015

Mr. James R. Adams, 82, Rochester, passed away at 3:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2015, at Mason Health Care of Warsaw. On Sept. 6, 1933, James was born to Roy and Esther Jones Adams in Atwood. James and Kathryn R. Willard were married on March 14, 1981 in Packerton. James is lovingly remembered by his …read more.

James R. Adams- PENDING

December 15, 2015

James R. Adams, 82, Rochester, passed away at 3:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2015, at Mason Health Care of Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

David G. Johnson

December 11, 2015

Mr. David Glen Johnson, 60, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at the Hospice House of Elkhart at 3:38 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, 2015. On Nov. 21, 1955, David Glen was born in South Bend, a treasured son of Wilburn “Duz” and Darlene Engel Johnson. Growing up as the third …read more.

Martha M. Jefferies

December 10, 2015

Mrs. Martha M. Jefferies, 93, Rochester, passed away at 12:08 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015, at Hickory Creek of Rochester. On Sept. 26, 1922, Martha was born in Fulton County to Orville and Lillian Ruth Partridge Kalmbacher. Growing up she shared her childhood with a sister, Mary and a brother, Raymond. Proudly she graduated with …read more.

David Clauson

December 10, 2015

Mr. David Clauson, 78, Rochester, passed away at 12:07 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015, at Woodlawn Hospital. On Sept. 22, 1937, David Martin Clauson was born in St. Joseph County.  He was the treasured son of Carl and Dorothy Cromley Clauson.  Growing up he shared his childhood with a sister Marilyn.  As a young man about the age of 13, …read more.

David Clauson

December 9, 2015

David Clauson, 78, Rochester, passed away at 12:07 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015, at Woodlawn Hospital. On September 22, 1937, Dave was born in St. Joseph County to Carl and Dorothy Cromley Clauson. Dave and Dorothy J. St. Clair were married Feb. 22, 1957 in the Fulton EUB Church. Dave is lovingly remembered by his …read more.

Martha M. Jefferies

December 9, 2015

Martha M. Jefferies, 93, Rochester, passed away at 12:08 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015, at Hickory Creek of Rochester. Martha was born Sept. 26, 1922, in Fulton County to Orville and Lillian Ruth Partridge Kalmbacher. Growing up she shared her childhood with a sister, Mary and a brother, Raymond. Proudly she graduated with the class of …read more.

Marjory Marie Phillips

December 4, 2015

Mrs. Marjory Marie Phillips, 98 years, 2 months and 21 days, departed this life at 3:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, 2015, at her residence. On Sept. 7, 1917, Marjory was born west of Rochester in the Burton neighborhood. She was a cherished daughter of John and Lillie Alley Braman. Growing up as the second youngest, …read more.

Scott Allen Mann

December 1, 2015

Scott Allen Mann, 49, Rochester, passed away at 3:10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 30, 2015, at Woodlawn Hospital. On April 27, 1966, Scott Allen was born in Plymouth, a treasured son of Terry and Joyce Wagoner Mann. Growing up he shared his childhood with three sisters and a brother. During his school years he enjoyed playing …read more.

Scott Mann- PENDING

November 30, 2015

Mr. Scott Mann, 49, Rochester, passed away at Woodlawn Hospital,Rochester, on Monday, Nov. 30, 2015. Arrangements are pending at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Bea Gilliland

November 30, 2015

Mrs. Bea Gilliland, 79, Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she the passed away at 8:24 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center of Fort Wayne. On Dec. 10, 1935, Beatrice was born in Prestonsburg, Ky. the cherished daughter of Bert and Audie Howard Damron. Growing up as the third …read more.

Joann W. Clingler

November 23, 2015

Mrs. Joann W. Clingler, 74, of Tippecanoe passed away at 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 23, 2015, at her son’s home. On April 18, 1941, Joann was born in Delong to Joseph Walter and Daisey Mae Miller Denny. Joann and Melvin Lewis Clingler were married on Jan. 6, 1958, in Leiters Ford. They shared 37 years …read more.

Larry E. Paxton

November 23, 2015

Mr. Larry E. Paxton, 80, Rochester, passed away at 7:10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015, at Peabody Retirement Community of North Manchester. On July 15, 1935, Larry was born in Henry Township to Russell and Jessie Landis Paxton. Larry and Patty L. Bilyew were married on Jan. 31, 1955. Together they shared nearly 61 years …read more.

Larry Paxton — PENDING

November 22, 2015

Larry Paxton, 80, of Rochester, passed at 7:10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015, at Peabody Retirement Community. Arrangements are currently pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Brenten Layne Harrington

November 20, 2015

Brenten Layne passed into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2015. He is the son of Adam and Lisa Harrington (Miller) of Rochester. Brenten, who was loved by many and will be missed by all. Your life here on earth was brief, but the memories of you will last forever. From your beautiful …read more.

Raymond W. Boardman

November 20, 2015

Raymond W. Boardman, 75, Rochester, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2015, at his residence. On June 20, 1940, Ray was born in Aurora, Ill. to George and Ellen Woolley Boardman. He was the oldest of four children sharing his childhood with a sister and two brothers. In 1958, he graduated from Buffalo High School …read more.

Nelson Gene Hiatt- PENDING

November 17, 2015

Nelson Gene Hiatt, 72, Rochester, passed away Monday, Nov. 16, 2015. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Elizabeth Jean “Jeanie” Johnston, 81, Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at Life Care Center of Rochester, on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2015. Left to cherish her memory are her husband: Neil Johnston, at home; two daughters: MaryJane Glass; and ‘Little Jeanne’ Shultz, both of Rochester; a son: James (Lisa) Orisch, …read more.

Elizabeth Wenrick Johnston, 81, Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 11:40 a.m. Nov. 7, 2015, at Life Care Center, Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Annabelle ‘Ann’ Morrett

November 5, 2015

Annabelle “Ann” Morrett, 94, formerly of Rochester passed away at 1:10 PM, Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at Hancock Regional Hospital. On April 27, 1921, Ann was born in Twelve Mile to Ross and Ruth Winegardner Helms. Ann and Harold “Duke” Darwin Morrett were married on March 7, 1943, in Rochester. They shared 42 years of …read more.

Daniel L. DeSonia

November 5, 2015

Mr. Daniel L. DeSonia, 73, Rochester, passed away at 4:06 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015, at his home. On Jan. 31, 1942, Daniel Lee was born in Zanesville, a treasured son of Arlington Joseph and Mildred L. Walters DeSonia. Growing up he shared his childhood with four sisters and six brothers as the third youngest …read more.

Daniel DeSonia- PENDING

November 4, 2015

Daniel DeSonia, 73, of Rochester passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015, at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Ann Morrett -PENDING

November 4, 2015

Ann Morrett, 94, Rochester passed away at 1:10 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015, at Hancock Regional Hospital of Greenfield. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Elizabeth G. Alderfer

November 3, 2015

Mrs. Elizabeth G. Alderfer, 93, Rochester, passed away at 9:55 a.m. Monday, Nov. 2, 2015, at Life Care Center of Rochester. On Feb. 22, 1922, Elizabeth was born in Kokomo to William C. and Elizabeth Short Davidson. Elizabeth and Frederick Clinton Alderfer were married on June 30, 1949, in Rochester. They shared 35 years of …read more.

Mary Lou Richardson

October 28, 2015

Former Rochester resident, Mrs. Mary Lou Richardson, 84, passed away at 11:45 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015, in Sylvania, Ohio, where she had resided since 2009. On Jan. 29, 1931, Mary Lou Morris was born in Fulton County the cherished daughter of Ross P. and Helen C. Souder Morris. A proud graduate of the former …read more.

Mr. Melvin “Mel” Lawrence Swango, 67, Rochester, passed away at 2:49 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, at Woodlawn Hospital. On Sept. 26, 1948, Mel was born in Rochester to Melvin Earl and Norma Jean Bishop Swango. Mel and Frankie L. Swope were married March 8, 1986, in Rochester. They shared 29 years of life’s adventures. …read more.

Ernest L. Hiatt

October 26, 2015

Ernest L. Hiatt, 81, Rochester, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015. To honor his wishes, the services will be private. Good Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Bruce Lenz

October 23, 2015

Bruce Lenz, 77, Rochester, passed away, Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015, at Life Care Center of Rochester. He was born June 28, 1938, in Chicago, Ill., to the late George and Francis (Bell) Lenz. Bruce married the love of his life Gwendoline Doris Randall Lenz in Kokomo, on July 5, 1958, and had three children. Bruce …read more.

Mary L. Richardson -PENDING

October 23, 2015

Mary L. Richardson, 84, formerly of Rochester, passed away at 11:45 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015, in Sylvania, Ohio. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester

Bruce Lenz- PENDING

October 23, 2015

Bruce Lenz, 77, Rochester, passed away Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015, at Life Care Center, Rochester. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Good Family Funeral Home. A memorial service will begin at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25 at Kingdom Hall, Rochester. Further details are pending at Good Family Funeral Home.

Shirley Jo Smith

October 23, 2015

Mrs. Shirley Jo Smith, 51, Rochester, passed away at 4:25 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center of Fort Wayne. On Sept. 19, 1964, Shirley was born in Rochester to Joseph R. and Sharon O’Connell Morris. She was a lifetime Rochester resident and graduated from Rochester High School with the class of …read more.

Marilyn D. Heiden

October 23, 2015

Mrs. Marilyn D. Heiden, 64, Rochester, passed away at 7:15 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, 2015, at Center For Hospice of South Bend. On March 6, 1951, Marilyn D. Schultz was born in Mishawaka. She spent her youth there and in 1969, with great pride, Marilyn graduated from Mishawaka High School. Many will remember her years …read more.

Shirley Smith -PENDING

October 22, 2015

Shirley Smith, 51, Rochester, passed away at 4:25 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center of Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester

Marilyn D. Heiden -PENDING

October 16, 2015

Marilyn D. Heiden, 64, Rochester passed away at 7:15 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, 2015, at Center For Hospice of South Bend. On March 6, 1951, Marilyn D. Schultz was born in Mishawaka. She spent her youth there and in 1969, with great pride, Marilyn graduated from Mishawaka High School. Many will remember her years working …read more.

Homer Dale Sommers

October 2, 2015

Homer Dale Sommers, 71, of Rochester passed away at 6:15 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015, at his residence. On Feb. 27, 1944, Homer Dale was born to Daniel A. and Beulah F. Lockridge Sommers. Growing up, he shared his childhood with a brother Donald. Dale is lovingly remembered by two daughters: Erica Delgadillo of Fort …read more.

Virgil Leroy Jana

September 15, 2015

Mr. Virgil Leroy Jana, 94, of Rochester, passed away at 1:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 14, 2015, at Life Care Center of Rochester. On July 28, 1921, Virgil Leroy was born in Starke County the treasured son of Albert P. and Bertha I. Fear Jana. Growing up he shared his childhood with a sister, Pauline.  In 1941 he …read more.

Virgil Jana -PENDING

September 14, 2015

Mr. Virgil Jana, 94, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away early Monday, Sept. 14, 2015. Arrangements are pending at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Richard ‘Richie’ Biltz

September 6, 2015

Richard “Richie” Biltz, 47, Rochester, passed away early Sept. 5, 2015. Born on June 10, 1968, in Rochester, Richard Dewayne Biltz was a treasured son of Terry W. and Amanda Helen Cave Biltz. Growing up he shared his childhood with two brothers David and Anthony.  He was a member of the  Rochester High School class of …read more.

Miss Sidneigh Jo “Sid Jo” Carr, 26, Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away on Aug. 30, 2015, at South Bend Memorial Hospital. Left to cherish Sid’s memory are her parents: Greg and Teri Simpson Carr, Rochester; two sisters: Chaneigh Mae Carr, Muncie; and Sgt. Ryleigh Larryn (Deanna) Carr, Ft. Campbell, …read more.

Leon H. Miller

August 29, 2015

Leon H. Miller, 43, Fulton, passed away Friday evening at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne from injuries sustained in a farming accident.  Born in Bremen on May 26, 1972, Leon was the treasured son and second oldest of Harley and Barbara Mullet Miller. As one of 10 children, growing up Leon shared his childhood …read more.

Barbara Ann Shoemaker Warner, 82, of Richland Center, passed away at 6:59 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 2015, at her home. Born in Argos, on Sept. 21, 1932, Barbara was the cherished daughter of Claude and Susie Kickert Shoemaker. Growing up, she shared her childhood with her sister, Bonnie and brother, Don. She graduated from Argos …read more.

Hazel Conwell

August 23, 2015

Hazel Conwell, 94, Rochester, passed away at the Kindred Health Care of Kokomo at noon Sunday, Aug. 23, 2015. Arrangements are currently pending at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Shirley Mae Anderson

August 17, 2015

Mrs. Shirley Mae Anderson, 68, formerly of Argos and Plymouth passed away at 4:42 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, 2015, at Life Care Center of Rochester. On Feb. 14, 1947, Shirley was born in Plymouth to Cecil Owen and Dorothy Irene Black Bixel. She was a graduate of Plymouth High School. Shirley and Terry Anderson were married in …read more.

Shirley Anderson

August 16, 2015

Shirley Anderson, 68, Rochester, passed away at 4:42 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at Life Care Center of Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Catherine M. Koten

August 14, 2015

Mrs. Catherine M. Koten, 88, of Lake Manitou and Barrington Hills, IL was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2015. On April 28, 1927, Catherine was born in Cook County, Ill., a cherished daughter of Louis C. and Jessie N. Fowler Hruska. Catherine is lovingly remembered by a daughter: …read more.

Catherine M. Koten, 88, of Lake Manitou passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2015, at Hinsdale, Ill. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Gary O. Pollock

August 13, 2015

Mr. Gary O. Pollock, 56, of Akron, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 1:53 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2015, at Woodlawn Hospital. On Feb. 17, 1959, Gary was born in Warsaw to Shirley Eugene and Norma Jean Taylor Pollock. Growing up he shared his childhood with a sister: Mary Jo and two …read more.

Steven M. Reel -PENDING

August 13, 2015

Steven M. Reel, 59, passed away at 10:16 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015, at Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Gary Pollock -PENDING

August 12, 2015

Gary Pollock, 56, Akron passed away at 1:53 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2015, at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Ronald Simons

August 8, 2015

Ronald J. Simons, 69, of Rochester, passed away at 1:02 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015 at Parkview Regional Medical Center of Fort Wayne. On April 19, 1946, in Peru, Ron was born to John William and Thora Louise Bagwell Simons. Ron and Sharon Ann Cunningham were married on May 20, 1972, and have spent 43 …read more.

Ronald Simons -PENDING

August 6, 2015

Ronald Simons, 69, Rochester, passed away at 1:02 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center of Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Judy A. Gudas

August 3, 2015

Mrs. Judy A. Gudas, 49, of Kewanna was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at her home on Aug. 1, 2015. Born on July 1, 1966, in Three Oaks, Michigan, Judy Ann was a cherished daughter of William Thomas and Shirley Jane Hess Magers. Growing up she shared her childhood with a …read more.

Judy Gudas — PENDING

August 1, 2015

Judy Gudas, 49, of Kewanna, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at her home Aug. 1, 2015. Arrangements are currently pending at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.  

Lester W. Gordon

July 24, 2015

Mr. Lester W. Gordon, 97, of Rochester, passed away at 3:30 a.m. Thursday, July 23, 2015, at Hickory Creek of Rochester. In Fulton County, on Oct. 21, 1917, Lester was born to Frank and Sophia Tetzlaff Gordon. As one of eight children, he shared his childhood with four sisters and three brothers. On Dec. 8, 1948, Lester …read more.

Mary A. McClelland

July 18, 2015

Mary Ann McClelland, 87, of Rochester passed away at noon, Tuesday, July 14, 2015, at Hickory Creek. On Jan. 11, 1928, Mary Ann was born in Terre Haute to Robert Louis and Lois Temple Haig. In Allen County, on April 3, 1966, Mary Ann married Robert Wayne McClelland. Together they shared 35 years of life’s …read more.

Mardelle Kathryn Goller

July 16, 2015

Mardelle Kathryn Goller, 94, of Rochester, passed away at 2:50 a.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2015, at Blair Ridge Health Campus, Peru due to complications of pneumonia. On Feb. 19, 1921, in Danforth, Ill., Mardelle Kathryn Krueger was born, a cherished daughter of George and Esther Heideman Krueger. As one of seven children she shared her childhood …read more.

Mardelle K. Goller, 94, of Rochester passed away at 2:50 AM, Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at Blair Ridge Health Campus of Peru. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Mary A. McClelland, 87, of Rochester passed away at noon July 14, 2015, at Hickory Creek of Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home.

Barbara J. Randolph

July 5, 2015

Mrs. Barbara Jewel Randolph, 83, of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 4, 2015. On March 14, 1932, Barbara was born in Forrest County, Miss., the precious daughter of Estelle Wilkes. Growing up she shared her childhood with a brother Vernon. Willie Randolph married Barbara …read more.

Mrs. Barbara Randolph, 83 of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at her home at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 4, 2015. Arrangements are pending at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Donna J. Kindig Smith

July 3, 2015

Mrs. Donna J. Kindig Smith, 86, of Rochester, passed away at 8:47 a.m. Thursday, July 2, 2015, at Life Care Center of Rochester. Born in Rochester on Jan. 8, 1929, Donna was the cherished daughter of Oral “Hap” and Eva M. Severns Kindig. Growing up, she shared her childhood with a sister, Helen and a …read more.

Donna J. Kindig

July 2, 2015

Mrs. Donna J. Kindig Smith, 86, of Rochester, passed away at 8:47 AM, Thursday, July 2, 2015 at Life Care Center of Rochester. Born in Rochester on Jan. 8, 1929, Donna was the cherished daughter of Oral “Hap” and Eva M. Severns Kindig. Growing up, she shared her childhood with a sister, Helen and a brother, …read more.

Donald Frounfelter

June 30, 2015

Mr. Donald L. Frounfelter, 88, of Rochester, passed away at 4:25 p.m. Thursday, June 25, at Woodlawn Hospital. On Aug. 17, 1926, Don was born in Martinsville to Efra and Anna Buis Frounfelter. He was the youngest of four sons. Don grew up in Morgantown and a farm outside Martinsville. He graduated from Martinsville High School …read more.

Taylor Quinn Marrs

June 23, 2015

Taylor Quinn Marrs, 19, of Rochester passed away early Monday morning June 22, 2015, as a result of an automobile accident in Carroll County. On Jan. 21, 1996, Taylor was born the treasured daughter of John and Mindy Lahman Marrs. She shared her childhood with brother Teagan. With great pride she graduated from Rochester High School …read more.

Taylor Quinn Marrs, 19, passed away early this morning, Monday, June 22, 2015,  as a result of an automobile accident in Carroll County. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Rhea E. Dollens Pryor

June 22, 2015

Former Lake Manitou resident, Mrs. Rhea E. Dollens Pryor, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2015, unexpectedly at Wynnfield Crossing where she had resided since 2013. Born on Oct. 30, 1930, in Peru, Rhea Elizabeth was a cherished daughter of Harry and Beulah Tyner Dollens. Growing up as the youngest of six children, she shared …read more.

Harold Gene Hamilton

June 21, 2015

Harold Gene Hamilton, 66, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away Friday, June 19 at the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka. Born on Sept. 29, 1948, in Newport, Ark., Harold Gene was the treasured son of Harold Ivan and Maxine Worsham Hamilton. Growing up he shared his childhood with …read more.

Nicholas Anthony Bart

June 17, 2015

Mr. Nicholas Anthony Bart, 65, of Rochester, passed away at 5:15 p.m. Sunday, June 14, at his residence. On May 5, 1950, Nicholas was born in Oconto Falls, WI, the treasured son of Charles Nicholas and Grace Loretta Ballachino Bart. He graduated from Arrowhead High School of Heartland, Wis. in 1957 with his class. Following …read more.

Nancy Betcher

June 16, 2015

Nancy L. Betcher

Nancy Betcher, 74, of Rochester passed away at 2 p.m. June 14, 2015, at the Elkhart Hospice House.

Aylee Nichole Foxworth

June 15, 2015

Tender and sweet, Little Miss Aylee Nichole Foxworth was surrounded by her loving family when she was born at 6:17 p.m. Monday, June 8, 2015, at Logansport Memorial Hospital. Held lovingly the arms of her parents mommy Nichole and daddy Nathan until she ascended to the Heavens at 7:30 p.m. on the day of her …read more.

Bernard Harry Simon

June 11, 2015

Mr. Bernard Harry Simon, 95, of Rochester, passed away at 9:53 a.m. Wednesday, June 10, 2015, at Peabody Retirement Community of North Manchester. On May 5, 1920, Bernard was born in Chicago to Harry and Rose Mary Zalud Simon. Answering the call to patriotism, Bernard joined the US Navy. His first stint was from 1938 …read more.

Bernard H. Simon, 95, of Rochester passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2015, at Peabody Retirement Community of North Manchester. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Robert Wayne Smith

June 2, 2015

Mr. Robert Wayne Smith, 84, of Leiters Ford passed away at 8:40 a.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2015, at Community Howard Regional Health of Kokomo. On Jan. 7, 1931, Bob was born near Leiters Ford to Grover and Chloe Ball Smith. Growing up he shared his childhood with three brothers and two sisters. With great …read more.

Robert W. Smith, 84, Leiter’s Ford, passed away at 8:40 a.m. Saturday, May 30, 2015, at Community Howard Hospital, Kokomo. Arrangements are pending at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.  

Daniel S. Miller Sr.

June 1, 2015

Daniel Miller Sr., 57, of Rochester, passed away at 5:10 p.m., May 28, 2015. On July 4, 1957, a firecracker, Dan, was born in Rochester, a treasured son of Arden and Gloria Alspach Miller. Growing up he shared his childhood with three sisters and a brother. He was member of the Rochester High School Class …read more.

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