Alice Marie Schlemmer, 93, Ligonier, passed away at 10:35 p.m. Saturday, July 30, 2016, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Syracuse. She was born on July 9, 1923, to Charles and Mary Etta (Speaker) Amick in Albion. On Oct. 5, 1938, Alice married Richard Dale Schlemmer. He preceded her in death on May 1, 1989. Surviving …read more.

Wendy Jean Worman, 65, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, July 25, 2016, at her home in Fort Wayne. She was born to the late Clifford Dale and Ruth Laura (Harnishfeger) Worman on April 24, 1951, in Fort Wayne. She leaves behind her son: Brian (Suzie) Bohde; grandsons: Brock Paul; and Brayden Mathew Bohde, Ligonier; sisters: Patricia …read more.

Daniel Jacobs, 72, Ligonier, passed away Sunday afternoon, July 24, 2016, at the Kendallville Manor, Kendallville. He was born June 2, 1944, the son of Hilson and Anna Jacobs in Pippapass, Ky. In July of 1965 he married Anna Weaver in Pippapass, Ky. She has preceded Daniel in death on June 9, 2004. Daniel was …read more.

Mary Anne “Claire” Johnson, age 85, Ligonier, formerly of Davenport, Fla., passed away July 21, 2016, at home. She was born Aug. 22, 1930, the daughter of Octave Henry and Marie Anne Rosalie (Guimond) Grondin. On March 18, 1950, she married Byron Harbison; he preceded her in death in 2006. She is survived by, three …read more.

William V. Burton, 83, Ligonier, died at 6:15 p.m. Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at his home.

Wava Maxine Roy, 94, Topeka, left her home to be with the Lord on July 16, 2016.

Enrique “Henry” Sanchez, 74, Ligonier, passed away Saturday morning, July 16, 2016 at Parkview Regional Hospital in Fort Wayne.

Bryan Shidler, 42, Ligonier, passed away unexpectedly Friday evening, July 8, 2016 at his home.

H. Ray Swank, 70, Wolcottville, passed away Saturday, July 2, 2016, at home following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born to Harold and Olive Swank on Aug. 13, 1945, in Garrett. Ray graduated from Ligonier High School with the class of 1964, and he went on to honorably serve his country for four …read more.

NORTHEAST INDIANA — Ligonier is the safest city in Indiana according to a SafeWise report.

Jerry L. Owen, 74, Ligonier, passed away Tuesday evening, June 14, 2016, at Parkview Regional Hospital in Fort Wayne.

William E. “Bill” Durham, 57, Ligonier, passed away unexpectedly Friday, June 3, 2016, at his home. He was born on Oct. 13, 1958, the son of John L. and Janet L. (Halsey) Durham. He is survived by three sisters: Cheryl Durham, Crown Point; Jackie Durham, Kendallville; and Jennifer (Tim) Miller, Fort Wayne; four nephews: Nathan; …read more.

Leon R. Stoltzfus, 81, Ligonier, passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2016.

Nicholas B. “Nick” Thrasher, 35, Ligonier, passed away at 2:48 p.m. on Sunday, May 29, 2016, at North Ridge Village Nursing Home in Albion.

Travis LeCount, 38, Millersburg, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 30, 2016. He was born on December 2, 1977, the son of Todd and Jeanie LeCount (Franklin) in Goshen. On April 1, 2002, he married Beth Bontrager in Syracuse. He is survived by his wife: Beth (Bontrager) LeCount, Millersburg; three children: Nicolass LeCount; Matthew LeCount; …read more.

Nicholas Thrasher, 35, Ligonier, passed away at 2:48 p.m. on Sunday, May 29, 2016 at North Ridge Village Nursing Home in Albion.

Olivia Joan Miller, Ligonier, passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2016. She is the infant daughter of Lamar and Diane (Miller) Miller of Ligonier. She is survived by her parents; brother: Christopher Miller; paternal grandparents: Vernon (Lorene) Miller; maternal grandparents: Jerry (Erma) Miller; and numerous aunts and uncles. Family and friends will be received after …read more.

WARSAW — Charges have officially been filed against Wayde Edward Miller, Scott Allen Baldwin and Daniel Shea Gillespie who were arrested early March 26. Miller, 28, 9349 Sleepy Hollow Parkway, Cromwell, and Gillespie, 41, 716 Jay St., Ligonier, have each been charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 5 felony; and possession methamphetamine and possession …read more.

Jay C. Ratliff, 73, Topeka, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 4, 2016, at home. He was born July 27, 1942, the son of Topsy and Leone (Fairchild) Ratliff. On Feb. 1, 1975, he married Hollie Stearns, in Gloversville, N.Y. He is survived by his wife: Hollie Ratliff, Topeka; three children: Hollie Gean (John) Rieth, …read more.

Daniel Eugene Ananias, Ligonier, died Thursday, March 31, 2016. He was the beloved son of John (Bonnie) Ananias and Nell (Donald) Hipshire. He was preceded in death by his parents/step parents and his nephew: Adam; and his stepsister: Pam. He was the brother to Nicolas Ananias (Spouse Penny), Valerie Blackburn (Fiancée Dale), and Christopher Ananias. …read more.

Judith K. Cooley, 76, Ligonier, passed away suddenly on April 3, 2016. She was born on Dec. 10, 1939, to Toellner and Thelma (Ewell) Emrick in LaGrange County. She married Armando “Chuck” Cooley on April 13, 1963. He preceded her in death in 2004. There wasn’t a dull moment in Mrs. Cooley’s life. She danced …read more.

Nola Jean Lehman, 55, of Ligonier passed away Sunday, April 3, 2016 at home. She was born on August 29, 1960 to Melvin and Mary Mullett in LaGrange County. She was a member of The Old Order Amish Church.

Suzanne Shaw, 78 of Ligonier, died on April 1, 2016, at the North Ridge Village Nursing Home in Albion. She was born on June 7, 1937, to Harry and Margaret Grace (Sutherland) Williams in High Wycombe, England. On June 26, 1954, she Married Donald Shaw in England while he was serving in the United States …read more.

Michael Edward Baczynski I, 63, of rural Rome City died in his sleep Wednesday, March 23, 2016, at his home after complications from a recent illness.

LIGONIER — Moore Boats is holding a Spring Open House from 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 2. Moore Boats is located at 281 W. US 6, Ligonier, 8 miles from Lake Wawasee. Refreshments will be provided and giveaways will be available in which to participate. For more information call (888) 235-6586.

Shirley E. Stutzman, 74, Goshen, died Sunday morning, March 20, 2016, at her home following a year long illness. She was born August 2, 1941, in Little Falls, Minn. to Oscar and Alice (Ausmussen) Holden. On Jan. 19, 1963, she married Don Stutzman. He survives along with their daughters: Brenda (Doug) Olson, Holland, Mich.; and …read more.

Lovina R. Wolf, 95, Ligonier, died on Sunday, March 20, 2016, at the Avalon Village Nursing Home in Ligonier. She was born on Feb. 1, 1921, to Carl and Pearl (McDaniel) Wolf in Ligonier. She worked in accounting for 20 years and then for Patton Accounting for another 24 years before her retirement in 1992. …read more.

Denice Rose Linn-Galloway (Baker), 85, Ligonier, passed away peacefully at her family farm surrounded by her loving family Friday, March 18, 2016. She was born Sept. 9, 1930, the loving daughter of Russell and Helen (Ponko) Baker, Noble County. A proud graduate from Cromwell High School in 1949, Denice quickly began a lifelong career in …read more.

Virginia Lorraine Miller, 91, died at 7:12 a.m. Thursday, March 17, 2016, at Waterford Crossing, Goshen, formerly of Ligonier. She was born Dec. 22, 1924, in Elkhart, to Floyd and Vinie Bucher. She married on Jun 5, 1942, To Gayle E. Tope, he died May 11, 1947, in a fatal plane crash. She later married …read more.

Virginia L. Miller, 91, passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2016, in Goshen. Arrangements are pending at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier.

Jason Lynch, age 36, of Rome City, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 13, 2016, with his loving family at his bedside.

Eugene Hall, age 68, of Ligonier, passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2016, at home following a courageous battle with cancer.

Virginia F. (McCullough) Bair, 95 of Kimmell, died March 13, 2016 at Mason Nursing Home in Warsaw.

[weaver_youtube UV3y6dZmDM4 REL=0]   By 1ST SGT. CHAD HILL Public Information Office, Kosciusko County F.A.C.T. Team PIERCETON — Kosciusko County officials are continuing to investigate a fiery four-vehicle traffic crash that occurred Friday afternoon that injured three people and closed a portion of U.S. 30 for several hours. One driver is in serious condition with …read more.

Deborah L. Kelsey, 65, Albion, passed away at 6:25 a.m. Tuesday, March 8, 2016, at the North Ridge Nursing Facility. She was born on Sept. 26, 1950, in Goshen, the daughter of Homer and Loura Louise (DeMarco) Kelsey. She leaves behind a sister: Barbara (Brad) Bradley, South Bend; a brother: Adam (Pam) Nichols, Albion; several …read more.

Deborah L. Kelsey died Tuesday, March 8, 2016. She was born Sept. 26, 1950. Arrangements are pending at Legacy Cremation and Remembrance Center.

Nancy E. Sutton, 93, Topeka, formerly of Ligonier, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2016, at The Northridge Village in Albion. She was born on June 15, 1922, the daughter of John and Freda (Nelson) Stoltz in Topeka. On Oct. 13, 1946, she married Robert W. Sutton; he preceded her in death in 2003. She …read more.

Janet Horn, 80, of Goshen, formerly of Ligonier, passed away on Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, at The Maples in Goshen. She was born on June 18, 1935, the daughter of James and Ruth (Stewart) Van Skyock in Geneva. On Feb. 11, 1956, she married Charles Lee Horn; he preceded her in death on March 20, …read more.

Rebecca Ann Lewis, 43, Ligonier, passed away at her home Tuesday evening, Feb. 23, 2016, surrounded by her family. She was born Aug. 9, 1972, the daughter of Ralph and Nancy (Poindexter) Lewis, Richmond. You could always find Rebecca with her nose in a romance novel or a sci-fi book. Reading was her favorite pastime. …read more.

Shane O. Jackson, 45, of Kimmell, passed away on Monday, Feb. 22, 2016, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on Jan. 23, 1971, the son of Russell and Sherry (Smith) Jackson in Fort Wayne. On Oct. 17, 1995 he married Robin Heppner in Albion. …read more.

Both gymnastics teams from Wawasee and Warsaw picked up road team wins Thursday night.

Richard “Dick” D. Null, 72, Goshen, died Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016 at IU Health Goshen Hospital. He was born Oct. 3, 1943, in Wakarusa to Paul Richard and Geraldine (Truex) Null. Survivors include two sons: Terry W. (Sonya) Null, Middlebury and Paul Null of Phoenix, Ariz.; a daughter, Tammy Holmes, Elkhart; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; …read more.

Joy Weimer, 82, Ligonier, left Avalon Village on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2016, to be forever with the Lord surrounded by her family. She was born June 10, 1933, to Chester “Roy” and Erma (Hontz) Stump in Kimmell. On July 9, 1952, Joy married Lennel “Pat” Weimer in Larwell. He preceded her in death in 1998. …read more.

Pastor William “Bill” Parks, 62, Ligonier, went home to forever be with the Lord following a courageous battle with cancer. Bill was born in Kendallville, on Aug. 1, 1953, in Kendallville, to Don and Helen (Eley) Parks. Bill married his high school sweetheart, Esther Smith, on Aug. 19, 1972; she survives. Also surviving are their …read more.

Thomas L. Lord, of Ligonier, 72, passed away at 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, 2016, He was born on Feb. 3, 1943, to Thomas and Annabell (Byrne) Lord in Philadelphia, Penn. On July 22, 1967, he married Margie Mae Bauer; she survives. Thomas enjoyed playing football when he was a little younger, watching sports, and …read more.

Buddy Dean Todd, 80, Albion, passed away at home, with his family by his side, on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2016, as the result of natural causes. He was born on April 2, 1935, the son of Gerald and Madeline (Weeks) Todd. On Nov. 27, 1954, he married Beverly Jean Taylor; she survives. Also surviving are …read more.

Laura Mae Conner Cunningham, 43, Wawaka, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2016. She was born in Goshen, to Jerry and Linda (Reasoner) Conner. On Dec. 1, 1990, she married Jeff Cunningham; he survives. Laura was a 1990 graduate of West Noble High School. She was the co-owner of Crepe’s bakery in Ligonier and …read more.

Berdenia Merle Ball, 83, died at 1:45 a.m. Jan. 8, 2016, stepped into Heaven walking hand in hand with her lord and savior, Jesus Christ into everlasting life, welcomed by her loving husband Bob, along with family and friends. She was born on Aug. 18, 1932, in a little house at the edge of Fulton, …read more.

Esther M. Sprague, 88, Ligonier, went home to be with The Lord on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2015, at the Avalon Village in Ligonier. She was born June 6, 1927, to John M. and Carrie E. (Stutzman) Eash in LaGrange County. On June 16, 1951, she married Frederick E. Sprague, and together they raised their children. …read more.

Patrick L. Elliott, 72, of Ligonier, left Parkview Hospital to be home with The Lord Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2015 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born Jan. 6, 1943 to Henry and Arlene (Oesch) Elliott.  On Nov. 30, 1963, he married Janice Lynn Herl at the Sacred Heart Cathedral, in Salina, Kan., and …read more.

Nettie J. Clouse, 92, Albion, passed away on Friday, Dec. 11, 2015, at Northridge Village Nursing Home where she resided the last nine months. She was born on May 20, 1923, to Edgar and Margaret “Jane” (Perry) Coulter in W. Va. She married Donald E. Clouse from Albion on June 14, 1942, in W. Va. …read more.

Charles L. “Chuck” Smith, 87, Westler Lake, passed away early Wednesday morning, Dec. 9, 2015, at Parkview Noble Hospital in La Grange. He was born Aug. 29, 1928, the son of Dee and Ruby (Stiffner) Smith. On June 18, 1949, he married Phyllis Birch in Ligonier. He is survived by his wife of 66 years: …read more.

Robert D. Wilcox, 80, Ligonier, passed away following an illness late evening on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2015. He was born on Nov. 5, 1935, the son of Frederick and Lona Playford (Morris) Wilcox in Hillsdale, Mich. He is survived by his sister: Doris M. Boetz; children: Robert Wilcox Jr.; ROberta “Bobbi” Garcia; Laura (Mike) Miller; …read more.

Mark A. Vosteen, 58, of Ligonier, passed away following an illness early morning on Sunday, Nov. 29, 2015. He was born on July 27, 1957, the son of Hans Adolf and Carol Louise (Sthair) Vosteen in Elkhart. On June 4, 1988, he married Kathleen(Caffrey) Vosteen; she survives. Also surviving are siblings: Michael Vosteen, Ligonier; Christina …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) today announced over $9 million in funding for the Stormwater Improvements Program (SIP) was awarded to 11 communities throughout the state, including Ligonier.

Freshman boys basketball results for Wawasee at West Noble and Warsaw at Tippecanoe Valley.

Ramon Villa, 87, of Ligonier, passed away on the afternoon of Sunday, Nov. 29, 2015, at his home. He was born on Aug. 30, 1928, in Huiscolco, Zacatecas, Mexico and was the son of Jesus and Petra (Velasco) Villa. Ramon is survived by his children: Salvador Villa; Maria de Jesus Serna; Maria Rodriguez; Ramona Villa; …read more.

Jarrod Eugene “Ravin” Thomas, 42, Ligonier passed away 7:47 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015, at Goshen Hospital. He lived in Warsaw, until he was 17. Active in baseball and bowling growing up. Jarrod was a former member of the Warsaw Moose Lodge. He moved to Ligonier in 1990. He was a member of the Ligonier …read more.

Oma L. Messer, 74, Wawaka, passed away after fighting a long courageous battle, on the evening of Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015. She was born on Sept. 25, 1941, the daughter of Kendall and Olive (Patton) Griffith of Garrett, Ky. On July 30, 1971, she married Flem J. Messer; he survives. Also surviving are her children: …read more.

Nancy L. Howell, 60, of North Webster, passed away at 8:05 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, 2015 at IU Goshen Hospital in Goshen. She was born on July 27, 1955, in Warsaw, to Glen A. and L. Delores “Dee” (Dishman) Vanator. She was a lifetime North Webster/Cromwell area resident and graduated in 1973 from Wawasee High …read more.

LIGONIER — Three Ligonier teenagers were injured in a one-vehicle accident early today, Saturday, Nov. 14. The accident was at 2:30 a.m. on Ball Road and CR 700W, in Noble County. One teenager is in critical condition.

Richard L. Smith, 57, of Ligonier, passed away at 10:20 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30, 2015, at IU Health Goshen Hospital in Goshen. He was born on May 6, 1958, to Bethel Don and Viola S. (Gavreledes) Smith-Fetters in Elwood. On June 25, 2000, he married Tina Franks in The Rock Church, Cromwell. He graduated from …read more.

LaVon D. “Mose” Shrock, age 50, of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly following an illness resulting from a stroke in 2014. He was born on March 24, 1965, the son of Moses and MaryEtta (Mishler) Shrock in Elkhart. On Oct. 30, 2010, he married Rachael Yoder-Thomas; she survives. Also surviving are siblings: Lorene (Greg) Schrock, Topeka; …read more.

Cleo May Hartman, 91, of Ligonier, passed away at 5:11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015, at Parkview Noble Hospital in Kendallville. She was born on Aug. 27, 1924, the daughter of Eddie William and Rena May (Long) Bassler in Macy. On April 18, 1943, she married Harold James Hartman Sr. who passed away in Feb. …read more.

Wayne L. Reed, 86, of Kimmell, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015. He was born on Oct. 22, 1928 in Noble County, the son of the late Clarence Oliver and Ruby Irene Reed. Wayne married the love of his life, Shirley Virginia Kalb June 2, 1947. Together …read more.

LIGONIER – Whitko senior cross country runner Brigit Nemitz had her season end at the West Noble Girls Cross Country Regional.

Dorothy Roberta Stoelting, 98, of St. Louis, Mo., and formerly of Ligonier and Lake Wawasee, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2015. She was born on Oct. 8, 1917, in Warsaw, the daughter of Merl and Leone (Summy) Scoles. She married Richard Stoelting on March 7, 1942. She is survived by her loving daughters: Jean …read more.

Georgena E. “Gene” Moser, age 90, of Ligonier, passed away at 11:28 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, 2015, at Avalon Village in Ligonier. She was born on May 3, 1925, in Elkhart County to Eldon S. and Blossom G. (Odiorne) Miller. On June 25, 1944, she married Lewis L. Moser. He preceded her in death on …read more.

Carl J. Kavanaugh Jr., 65, of Ligonier, passed away unexpectedly, on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2015, at his home. He was born on Oct. 30, 1949, in Beech Grove, the son of Carl J. and Mary (Poths) Kavanaugh. On Aug. 7, 1971, he married Margery “Margie” Mathew; she survives. Also surviving are his children: Matthew Kavanaugh, …read more.

CARMEL — According to WTHR, FBI agents conducted raids at several locations across Hamilton and Marion Counties, including the residence of the CEO of American Senior Communities, a company that provides long-term care to seniors. WTHR reports the raids began early Tuesday, and at noon, federal agents were seen going in and out of the home …read more.

LIGONIER — The Cruz family of Ligonier hopes to bring home a furry addition to their family, but not as a pet. The Torres’s 3-year-old son, Santana Cruz Torres, was recently diagnosed with autism and the family is raising funds to bring home an autism assistance dog through 4 Paws For Ability, an Ohio-based, nonprofit organization …read more.

Eric Zane Smith, 31, Syracuse, passed away at 11:05 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015, at home. He was born Jan. 31, 1984, in Windber, Pa., to Wes and Lois Bowser. Eric is survived by his parents; brother: Chad (Trina) Smith, New Paris; father: Mark Pensyl; two nephews: Colton Hite; and Callaghan Smith; one niece: Kalina …read more.

Mack Shepherd, age 80, of Ligonier, passed away at 10:45 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31, 2015, at Goshen Hospital in Goshen. He was born on March 16, 1935,  to Henderson and Lucindy (Johnson) Shepherd in Hazard, Ky. He worked at Starcraft for 23 years, Commodore Homes for seven years, and then Kroger for five years. Mack was …read more.

Mack Shepherd, 80, Ligonier, passed away on Monday, Aug. 31, 2015, at IU Goshen Hospital. Arrangements are currently pending with Yeager Funeral Home.

Robert L. Elward, 85, of Coldwater, Mich., formally of Ligonier, passed away at 3:50 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, at the Laurels of Coldwater in Coldwater, Mich. Mr. Elward was born on Dec. 12, 1929, in Fort Wayne, a son of Robert and Mary (King) Elward. He spent his formative years in Fort Wayne, and …read more.

LIGONIER – Wawasee’s relentless pursuit of the football put the team in good position all night in a 37-12 win at West Noble Friday night. The Warriors created four turnovers and pounded the ball down the Chargers’ throats in an aggressive performance on both sides of the ball. Wawasee accumulated 288 total yards in the …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.

Stephen Michael Gillespie, age 65, of Baytown, Texas, formerly of Ligonier, passed away on June 10, 2015, in the Michael E. Bebakey VA Medical Center. He was born on Feb. 26, 1950, to Donald and Rosemary (Prucinsky) Gillespie in Kendallville. He graduated from Ligonier High School in 1968. After high school, Steve enlisted in the United …read more.

Editor’s Note: Dominic Fisher was initially booked into the Kosciusko County Jail on a sexual misconduct with an inmate charge. According to the Sheriff’s Department, there was an entry error in the jail. The prosecutor’s office has corrected the charge, as reflected below. Kosciusko The following people were arrested and booked in the Kosciusko County …read more.

Margaret Hall, age 90, of Ligonier, went to meet her Lord at 11:15 a.m. Sunday, August 2, 2015, at home with her children by her bedside. She was born on Jan. 17, 1925, to William and Agnes (Zornes) Bailey in Argo, W. Va. On March 17, 1942, Margaret married Edward Hall. He preceded her in …read more.

Librada Perez Ramirez, age 58, of Ligonier, passed away at 10:18 a.m. Sunday, July 26, 2015, at home. She was born on March 21, 1956 in San Luis Potosi, Mexico to Jose Perez and Alejandrina Ramirez. She married Juan Pina. Librada lived in Ejido Sandoval, Tamaulipas, Mexico. Ms. Perez was a hard worker and enjoyed …read more.

Patricia Marie Perkins, 72 of Ligonier, passed away at 8:24 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, 2015 in her residence. On June 19, 1943, she was born in Churubusco, to Marvin and Florence (Deck) Rollins. She was united in marriage to Norman Lester Perkins on Feb. 14, 1975, in Churubusco, whom preceded her in death on Sept. …read more.

Patricia Perkins, 72, Ligonier, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2015, in her residence. Arrangements are pending at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Pierceton.

Mary Lou (Rex) Poyser, age 83, of Ligonier, passed away at 11:30 p.m. Saturday, July 18, 2015, at Parkview Regional Hospital in Fort Wayne, after a brave battle with cancer. She was born on July 26, 1931, in Ligonier, to Roy W. and Treva (Marshall) Rex. Mrs. Poyser attended Ligonier High School and graduated from …read more.

Mary L. Poyser, 83, of Ligonier, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Arrangements are currently pending with Yeager Funeral Home.

Annabella “Ann” Hall, 92, of Lakeville, passed away at 3 a.m. Friday, July 17, 2015 at Miller’s Merry Manor, Walkerton. She was born on Aug. 22, 1922, in Watervliet, Mich., to the late Arthur E. and Minnie (Rodman) Mercer. On March 24, 1945, in Ligonier, she married Harold “Curly” Hall who preceded her in death on Dec. 16, …read more.

Julia Aileen Dobrunst, age 83, of Ligonier passed away on Wednesday July 15, 2015, at Sacred Heart Home in Avilla, IN. She was born on Oct. 2, 1931, to Richard and Lulu (Conrad) Rex in Noble County. On Sept. 7, 1958, she married Irwin Dobrunst, he preceded her in death in Sept. of 2008. She is survived by …read more.

Joseph E. Nicodemus-Null, age 34, of Ligonier passed away at home as the result of natural causes. He was born on Nov. 2, 1980, the son of Arthur Loutzenhiser Jr. and Jane Null in Elkhart. He is survived by his son: Joseph Isaac Nicodemus, Ligonier; his mother: Jane Null, Ligonier; two sisters: Monica (Daniel) Rittenberry, …read more.

J. Merced Rodriguez Murillo, age 59, of Ligonier, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2015, at home. He was born on Sept. 14, 1955, to Francisco and Maria (Murillo) Rodriguez. On May 2, 1980 he married Maria Sandoval at Guadalajara, Mexico. She survives. Merced worked at Dexter Axle as a machine operator for 14 years. He …read more.

Samuel Jay “Sam” Barkman, age 61, of Wolcottville, passed away at home at 3:05 a.m. Wednesday July 1, 2015, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on April 7, 1954, in Topeka, the son of Monroe and Lena (Wagler) Barkman. On Aug. 11, 2001 he married Rose Farmwald; she survives. Also surviving are his …read more.

An investigation has been launched by Noble County Sheriff’s Department after the discovery of a man found dead in a cornfield Tuesday, June 16, near CR 1200W, south of CR 550N, northeast of Syracuse. According to a report filed by Noble County Sheriff’s Department, police received a welfare check around 11:44 p.m. for a man, …read more.

Dawn R. Perry, 55, of Fort Wayne, died at 10:50 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2015, at Parkview Randalia Hospital in Fort Wayne after a battle with cancer. She was born June 26, 1959, in Elwood, to Ernest Franklin Perry and Sally Louise (Balser) Baker. Dawn was a 1977 graduate of Elwood Community High School. She …read more.

Jose M. Bautista, 59, Ligonier, passed away at 1:40 p.m. Thursday, June 11, 2015, at home. He was born on April 25, 1956, to Magencio and Belen (Garcia) Bautista in Nochistlan Zacatecas, Mexico.   He had worked Kinro as a line supplier and attended St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Ligonier. He enjoyed walking outdoors and spending …read more.

Leona Irene Keim, 90, of Ligonier, passed away at 1:03 p.m. Monday, January 19, 2015, at Avalon Village Healthcare in Ligonier. She was born on Aug. 10, 1924, in Dane County, Wis. to William and Lillian (Detwiler) Keim. She attended public school in Wisconsin and lived most of her life in Milwaukee, Wis. and  San Jacinto, Calif. before …read more.

A pair of 5K races in the area helped benefit initiatives to serve the communities that oversee our children. The Stars and Stripes 5K in Syracuse raised money for Junior Achievement of Kosciusko County. The top individuals from the race were Elias Rojas, the overall winner at 17:54, and Yuko Baumann, who led the ladies …read more.

Patrick Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: PATK) announced yesterday that it has completed the acquisition of the business and certain assets of Ligonier, Indiana-based Structural Composites of Indiana, Inc. SCI is a fiberglass manufacturer of custom molded large front and rear caps and roofs, primarily to the recreational vehicle market, and specialty fiberglass components for the transportation, …read more.

Barry Lucas, age 60, Ligonier, went to his heavenly home to join his mother H. Louise Burkhart, his father Philip J. Burkhart, and his brother Gary Lucas at 7:45 p.m. Sunday, May 24, 2015, at home. He was born on June 19, 1954, and on Oct. 1, 1997, Barry married Carla Atz-Kuhn. He graduated from …read more.

Elmer C. Miller, 85, died at 1:15 p.m. Friday, May 22, 2015, at his residence from natural causes. He was born Feb. 3, 1930, in LaGrange County to Chris E. and Lizzie (Schrock) Miller. On Feb. 1, 1951, he married Ada (Mast) Miller. She died April 2, 2012. He is survived by one son: Lester …read more.

Carol Vanoni, 60, of Ligonier, passed away at 11:13 a.m. Saturday, May 16, 2015, at  IU Health Goshen Hospital, Goshen. She was born on Nov. 19, 1954, and at the age of 4 years became the daughter of Joe and Becky (Stoltzfus) Zehr. Mrs. Vanoni attended the Wawasee Lakeside Chapel. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, crocheting and …read more.

Geoffrey Kent Hemmick, age 66, of Ligonier, passed away at 10:32 a.m. Sunday, May 17, 2015, at IU Health Goshen Hospital in Goshen. He was born on Oct. 12, 1948, to Robert and Dorotha (Coffel) Hemmick in Marion. On June 2, 1968, Geoffrey married Donna Richcreek. She survives. He graduated from Oak Hill High School …read more.