Kenneth R. See 63, Rochester, Indiana, passed away at 5 p.m. Monday May 18, 2015, at the Center for Hospice- Elkhart. He was born on November 22, 1951 in Peru, the son of Victor R. and Donna (Smith) See. Mr. See worked for the North Central Co-op, Rochester, for over forty four years. In his …read more.

Mary Ruth Keim, 86, Rochester, passed away at 3:28 a.m. Saturday, May 16, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. She was born on Nov. 5, 1928, in Rochester, the daughter of Fred and Helen (Shuman) Gottschalk and graduated from Fulton High School in 1946. She married neighbor and childhood friend, Frederick Byron Keim, …read more.

Mrs. Thelma Pauline Ailer Peterson, 93, formerly of Rochester, passed away at Grace Village Health Care Center on Saturday, May 16, 2015. Born on Nov. 23, 1921, in Fulton County, Thelma was a cherished daughter of Russell and Blanche Wynn Ailer. Growing up as the second eldest she shared her childhood with three sisters: Velma; …read more.

Karen R. Shank, 52, of Winamac passed away at 10:45 p.m., Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at Hickory Creek of Rochester. Born Feb. 14, 1963, in Rochester, she was the daughter of Donald L. and Doris E. (Walls) Woolington. On April 22, 2006, she married James N. Shank Jr., he survives. She was a 1981 Kewanna …read more.

Jane (Smith) Foellinger Miller 93, Poway, California and formerly of Rochester, passed away at 11:15 p.m. Monday May 4, at her residence. She was born on July 27, 1921 in Rochester, the daughter of Gerald Percy and Myra (Paramore) Smith. She graduated from Rochester High School in 1939 and attended Indiana University. On Jan. 11, …read more.

Dale Eugene Pugh, 68, Rochester, passed away at 12:35 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. He was born on Sept. 3, 1946 in Peru, the son of Paul Roscoe and Clara Lucille (Deeds) Pugh. On Feb. 4, 1984 in Rochester, Indiana, he married Janice E. Thousand. She preceded him in death on March …read more.

Robert A. “Bob” Eiler Sr., 79, of Rochester, passed away today at Parkview Regional Medical Center North, Fort Wayne. On July 5, 1935, Bob was delivered by his proud father in Kewanna. His parents are the late Paul Austin and Nina J. Sutton Eiler. Growing up he shared his childhood with two sisters. With great …read more.

Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating the death of Dale E. Pugh, 68, Rochester, which occurred today at approximately 10:43 a.m. Investigating officer Jon Cook stated that Pugh and an 83-year-old friend were fishing from a boat in a channel on the southwest side of the lake when Pugh partially stood up and then fell into …read more.

Branigan Lee Bahney, 19, Akron, formerly of Warsaw, passed away on the afternoon of Saturday, May 2, 2015, in an automobile accident. He was born on Oct. 14, 1995 in Peru, Ind., to Fernando Paredes and A’shel (Bahney) Santana. Branigan graduated from Tippecanoe Valley High School, where he played football and participated in the drama …read more.

Mr. C. William “Bill” Freyberg, 85, of Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at home at 4:43 p.m. Saturday, May 2. Born on April 14, 1930 in Tiffin, Ohio he was a treasured son of Frederick F. and Eileen Paxton Freyberg. Growing up he shared his childhood with his brother …read more.

Patty Lou Huff, 62, of Rochester passed away at 7:17 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 2015, at Woodlawn Hospital. On July 21, 1952, Patty was born in Niles, Mich., to Russell Harold and Velma Jean Yard Hecht. Patty and Daniel R. Huff were married on Aug. 3, 1952, in Rochester. Patty is lovingly remembered by her …read more.

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02) reminded constituents that a member of her staff will be holding office hours to assist constituents with casework and official business. Location and hours are: 10 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, May 12, Akron Public Library meeting room, 205 E. Rochester St. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, Bourbon Public …read more.

Beryle “John” R. Kinsey, 75, of Mishawaka, passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 25. “Johnny B.” was born on June 16, 1939 in Warsaw to William L. and Marian L. (Roose) Kinsey. He graduated from Warsaw High School in 1957 where he was honored as an outstanding all-sports athlete, with the Rulo Minear Award, which …read more.

Nicole L. Ebner, 29, Rochester, passed away at 9:34 p.m. Monday, April, 27, at I.U. Health, Lafayette. She was born in Knox on Dec. 23, 1985, the daughter of Daniel L. and Eleanor (Tunis) Ebner. She worked as a waitress and enjoyed doing crafts in her spare time. Survivors include her sons: Mitchell Alexander Pappas, …read more.

By DAVID SMITH North Central Co-op North Central Co-op has awarded scholarships to 12 outstanding students from across Indiana and Michigan who are pursuing higher education during the 2015-2016 academic year. Since 2001, the cooperative has awarded more than 80 scholarships totaling more than $90,000 to deserving post-secondary scholars. NCC scholarships were awarded to students …read more.

Beverly Joan Geller, 71, formerly of Rochester, passed away at 4:30 a.m. Monday, April 20, at her home in Jacksonville, Fla. Beverly was born on July 6, 1943, to Samuel Edward and Mildred Louise Cochran MacClain. Growing up she shared her childhood with eight siblings. She was a member of the Rochester High School Class …read more.

Triton Tennis Remains Undefeated The Triton girls tennis team continued to roll right along Monday night. The undefeated Trojans did not drop a set in blanking host Rochester 5-0 in non-conference action. Kaelyn Mason led the way for coach Al Peckham’s team with a 6-1, 6-4 win at No. 1 singles. Sheryl May posted a …read more.

Mrs. Martha Ellen DeTurk, 85, of Rochester, passed away at 2:40 p.m. Sunday, April 12, at her residence. On March 14, 1930, Martha was born in Bradshaw, W.V. to Tom and Millie Blankenship Blankenship. She was one of 11 children. Martha and Guy DeTurk were married on March 21, 1953, in Grundy, Va., and moved …read more.

Charlene Wogomon, 51, of Rochester, passed away at 4:21 p.m., Wednesday, April 8, at her residence. On May 2, 2015, Charlene was born in Warsaw to Denvil and Mary Meade Yates. In 1981, Charlene graduated from Tippecaone Valley High School. Charlene and Jerry A. Wogomon were married on June 17, 1994, in Tippecanoe. Charlene was a …read more.

Lavern Ray “Butch” Scott, 71, of Rochester, passed away at 10:20 p.m. Saturday, April 4, at his residence. He was born in Hammond to Authur and Freda (Bruce) Scott on Feb. 27, 1944. Scott retired from Dean Foods and had been a member of the Eagles Lodge. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, hunting, …read more.

BOURBON – Triton softball head coach Steve McBride wished out loud for a do-over. Watching his team fall down 9-0 to Rochester Monday night, a 10-6 final score left McBride wanting to have a couple scenarios back. “Those first couple of innings were just a disaster,” McBride said. “We knew it could be trouble having …read more.

Karin Petro, 53, Rochester, passed away at 9:20 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, at her residence. She was born on Nov. 19, 1961, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Robert “Bob” and Joan (Strepek) Janick. She graduated from Kelly High School, Chicago, Illinois and DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. Karin had …read more.

James Oscar Wells, Jr., 87, of Rochester, passed away at 10:58 a.m., Tuesday, March 31, at Parkview Regional Hospital, Fort Wayne. On July 22, 1927, Jim was born in Peru to James Oscar and Dolly May Harmon Wells Sr. Growing up he shared his childhood with a brother Gene. In 1945 he graduated from Peru …read more.

Irvin A. Jylland, 75, of Rochester, passed away at 10:30 p.m. Thursday, March 26, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend. Irvin was born in Rochester, Minn. on July 12, 1939, to Chester and Hazel Walker Jylland. Irvin worked at Winamac Spring and Coil until becoming disabled. To relax he enjoyed going to the truck stop …read more.

Max G. Gill, 87, Rochester, passed away at 9:40 a.m. Tuesday March 24, 2015, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. He was born on Sept. 4, 1927, in Johnson County, the son of Clater E. and Mary (Smith) Gill. He was an U.S. Army veteran. Max had worked at Chrysler in Kokomo, owned several restaurants in the …read more.

Helen Louise Hill, 86, of Peabody Home North Manchester and formally of Akron, Rochester and Peru, died at 11:15 a.m. Sunday, March 22 at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. Helen was born on Jan. 24, 1929 in Akron to Ralph Waldo and Marie (Berger) Whittenberger. She married Guy Hill Jr. on July 27, 1247 at …read more.

Betty D. Gordon 90, Rochester, passed away at 3:12 p.m. Friday, March 20, at Life Care Center of Rochester. Betty was born on Oct. 4, 1925 in Rochester, Indiana, the daughter of Lawrence and Ora (Brown) Castle. On Nov. 20, 1943 in San Diego, California, she married Virgil “Paul” Gordon, after his completion of basic …read more.

Joanna B. Smith, 86, of Rochester, passed away at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester shortly after admission. Born in Monroe County on Oct. 13, 1928 Joanna was a cherished daughter of Ivan and Mary Edwards Brashaber. Growing up she shared her childhood with a sister Carolyn and a brother Kenneth. At the age of 16 she graduated …read more.

Mary E. Appleman, 93 of Knox, passed away peacefully at 4:15 a.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at Catherine Kasper Life Center in Donaldson. Born December 3, 1921 in Rochester, she was the daughter of the late Russell and Ruth (Charters) Beghtel. On June 8, 1940, she married Kenneth Appleman. He preceded her in death in …read more.

Stanley Arthur Cramer, Sr., 87, Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 3:50 p.m., Saturday, March 14th, at Woodlawn Hospital. On August  27, 1927, Stanley was born in Fostoria, Ohio.  He was a treasured son of Harry and Amy Louisa Wolcott Cramer. As the youngest of three , growing up he shared …read more.

Ruth Isabell Fisher, 95 of Rochester passed away at 4:03 a.m. Sunday, March 15, Wynnfield Crossing where she had made her home since 2005. On Sept. 27, 1919, Ruth was born in Fulton County, a cherished daughter of  Vincen E. and Anna Fern Kline Teeter. Growing up she shared her childhood with a sister Dorothy and two brothers Ray …read more.

Janice E. “Jan” Pugh 66, Rochester, passed away at 8:57 a.m. Sunday, March 15, at her residence. She was born on Feb. 19, 1949 in Rochester, the daughter of Lowell D. and Betty (Sherrard) Thousand. On Feb. 4, 1984 in Rochester, she married Dale E. Pugh and he survives. Mrs. Pugh had been a hairdresser …read more.

Alice J. Gross, 67, passed away at 9:50 a.m. Thursday, March 12, 2015 in Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver. Alice was born on June 20, 1947 in Rochester, Indiana to Harold and Margaret (Becker) Linn. She graduated from Triton High School with the class of 1965. On Dec. 11, 1971, Alice and Bob Gross were united …read more.

Catherine Laverne Horbin, of Rochester, died at Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester where she had been a patient for three days. Her health had been declining for several years. Born in Louisville, Ky. to John B. and Edna Tabler Henriott, she lived her adult life in Rochester. She graduated from Rochester High School and was employed …read more.

James W. Turner 89, of Rochester, passed away surrounded by his loving family at 11:40 a.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at Life Care Center of Rochester. He was born on March 7, 1926 in Monterey, the son of Elisha and Vada (Morrison) Turner.  He served with the United States Navy during World War II and …read more.

Joyce Ann Ricker 72, South Bend, formerly of Rochester, passed away at 2:30 a.m. Saturday, March 7, 2015 at Sanctuary at Holy Cross, South Bend. She was born on March 17, 1942 in Waterloo, N.Y., the daughter of Edward Wesley and Mildred (Marsh) O’Neil. Ms. Ricker had work in medical transcripts at St. Joseph Hospital, …read more.

Brenda Sue Holmes, 57, of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at Life Care Center of Rochester at 3:35 a.m. Thursday, March 5, 2015. On March 3, 1957, Brenda was born in Rochester a cherished daughter of Willis and Clymenia Tyler Halterman. Growing up she shared her childhood with her …read more.

Mary L. Engle, 87, Rochester, passed away at 9:55 a.m. Tuesday March 3, 2015, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. She was born on July 22, 1927, in Fulton, the daughter of Vern G. and Cleo L. (Showley) Eber. After graduating from high school she attended South Bend Business College. On Feb. 26, 1949, in Fulton, she …read more.

Richard M. Ritchie, 59, of Rochester, passed Monday, March 2, 2015 at his residence. He was born Sept. 27, 1955, in Chicago, Ill to Herschel and Beulah (Smith) Ritchie. He was married to Jean Dennis Johnson. Ritchie was a heavy machine operator for Miller Farm Drainage. He was also involved 4-H Horse and Pony Club supporting his daughter and …read more.

RapidView LLC, a Rochester-based environmental technology company, is finding success in diversifying by opening Schnabeltier creamery and winery. Matthew Sutton, vice president of sales and marketing, says the company’s equipment for cheese-making came from the Netherlands and the milk they use for their products is local. He hopes that the venture will help attract tourism …read more.

Joseph Lee Alber, 73, of Rochester, passed away at 10:40 AM, Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015, at St. Joseph Hospital of Fort Wayne. On Jan. 16, 1942, Joe was born to Thurle Paul and Glendola Mae Cummings Alber. He graduated from Rochester High School with the Class of 1960. With great pride he joined the US …read more.

WARSAW – Morgan Brazo played a whole one minute and 35 seconds of basketball Saturday but made the biggest exclamation that echoed through a buzzing Warsaw Tiger Den, “Ladies, we’re going to Indy!” Brazo’s proclamation was made following Tippecanoe Valley’s 60-45 win over Rochester in the IHSAA Class 3-A girls basketball northern semi-state in a …read more.

Diary entry 2/27/15: Day eight without Twitter. I am beginning to wonder why I gave up the app for Lent. I often find myself confused and lost throughout the day without knowing what Norm Macdonald or Pat McAfee are doing at every waking moment. I find it most difficult to have a thought that I …read more.

[weaver_youtube bat4h7tzpfU rel=0]   Valley’s Anne Secrest wins the tip over Rochester during the two team’s matchup in January. (File photos by Nick Goralczyk) AKRON – When Rochester and Tippecanoe Valley meet on the gridiron the game is known as the “Battle of the Bell.” This Saturday when the two school’s girls basketball teams square off …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – While there are just three local swimmers seeded within the top 10 heading into the IHSAA Boys Swimming State Championships, there are 42 individuals and relay teams, along with four divers, all with a chance to attain this weekend. The Northern Lakes Conference will be very well represented, with 31 slots taken among …read more.

Beverly Jennings, 87, of Rochester, went home on Feb. 23, 2015. She was born in North Muskegon, Mich., to George and Beatrice Olsen Mecher. She was the fourth daughter born to the union. While growing up in Muskegon, Bev enjoyed spending the summers at the Lake Michigan Shore with her niece’s Nancy and Ruth Anne. …read more.

[weaver_youtube eJl6xRQ64PU rel=0]   Anne Secrest never stopped smiling following the final buzzer of Saturday’s regional title win over Norwell. (Photos by Nick Goralczyk) DECATUR – Every team wants to make a deep postseason run. Some teams even think they can. But it takes a special team to know that it belongs on an elite level. …read more.

Phyllis Jean Daulton, 92, of Rochester passed away at 6:35 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015 at Life Care Center of Rochester. On May 5, 1922, Phyllis was born in Fulton County to Andrew and Edna Goss Wilson. Phyllis and Wayne A. Daulton were married on Feb. 16, 1941 in Valparaiso. He passed away on Jan. …read more.

By BRETT R. BOGGS Superintendent, Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation Connecting Fulton County will be hosting a youth mental health first aid course from 8 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at the Rochester Learning Center, 1820 Park Road, Rochester. Similar to a first aid or CPR course, this mental health first aid course helps …read more.

Andrew Beck, 41, of Rochester, (Talma) and formerly of North Manchester, passed away unexpectedly passed at 10:25 a.m., Friday, Feb. 13, 2015, at his residence He was born on April 30, 1973, Independence, Mo., to Roger E. Guthrie and Annette Kester. His companion was Tonia Smith of Rochester, (Talma) she survives. She had been his companion for 10 …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for portions of northern Indiana. Lake effect snow is expected later tonight. Heaviest accumulations are expected in St. Joseph and La Porte Counties, but Kosciusko, Elkhart, Marshall and Fulton Counties will also be affected by these weather patterns. There is a possibility of blowing snow …read more.

[weaver_youtube B1TZ9F8Ogbk rel=0] WARSAW – For the second year in a row, Warsaw’s Brenna Morgan can let that smile go just a little more. The sophomore conquered both the 50 and 100 freestyle swims Saturday at the Warsaw Girls Swimming Sectional, punching her ticket to another state finals appearance. Morgan won both events in dominating …read more.

After a thrilling weekend in the sectional round, the amount of local wrestlers still in contention in the state tournament has been weeded out. 27 local grapplers, six of which are top seeds, remain in regional tournaments taking place at Rochester and Fort Wayne this weekend. Warsaw Aiming To Beat The Odds Again At last …read more.

Roger D. Rudd, 54, of Rochester passed away on Feb. 5, 2015. Arrangements are currently pending at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester. On June 18, 1960, Roger was born to James G. and Thelma Jean Howard Rudd. He shared his childhood with a sister and two brothers. In 1979 he graduated from Rochester High School. …read more.

Dolores Butcher, 83, of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 3:25 p.m. Jan. 31, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Peru. Born on May 6, 1931, Dolores Lucille was the cherished daughter of Verlynne and Dorothy Leedy Study. Growing up as oldest, Dolores shared her childhood with a sister …read more.

UPDATE (2:18 p.m.): According to the “Pharos Tribune” in Logansport, the lockdown is a result of a tweet posted earlier this morning. Fulton County Sheriff Chris Sailors told “Pharos Tribune” that at approximately 10 a.m. this morning he was contacted by a private security firm regarding a tweet stating, “Boutta shoot up the school Boys …read more.

Raymond E. Enyart, 95, known by many as “Ray the Lawnmower Man” of Rochester, passed away at 1:25 p.m., Monday, Jan. 26, at Life Care Center of Rochester. On May 19, 1919, Raymond Earl was born in Henpeck, just outside of Twelve Mile. He was a treasured son of Earl and Ursa Filbey Enyart. Growing …read more.

By JERRY HOERDT Indiana Conservation Officer Rochester Indiana Conservation Officers will be instructing a hunter education course at the Rochester firehouse from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6 and from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7. Attendance is required for the entire course to obtain your hunter education certification. This course …read more.

Robert Burns Becht, 60, the beloved son of Burns S. Becht, Rochester, and Cuma C. Becht, left the bounds of Earth on Jan. 22, 2015. Born in Kansas on Aug. 19, 1954, Becht grew to become a man unwavering in his love and commitment to the God of Creation, family and a league of dedicated …read more.

Betty Draper, 79, Rochester, passed away at 8 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 21, at Parkview Regional Medical Center of Fort Wayne. On Aug. 13, 1935, Betty was born in Fowler to Homer and Georganna Seneace Lanie. Robert Wayne Draper and Betty were married on Dec. 22, 1956, in the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Delphi. They …read more.

Rachel Elizabeth Damron, 89, of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 4:10 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015, at Life Care Center of Rochester. On Nov. 17, 1925, Rachel was born in Pikeville, Ky., a cherished daughter of Floyd and Dorothy Tackett Bumgardner. Growing up she shared her childhood with …read more.

By MEREDITH PERKS Regional Director for Senator Joe Donnelly The office of Senator Joe Donnelly, along with the staff of Wynnfield Crossing, will be be hosting an event to record veteran’s oral histories for inclusion in the Veterans History Project archives at the Library of Congress in Washington, DC. The event will take place from …read more.

AKRON – On a night when the Zebras came to town, it was the Vikings that earned their stripes. The No. 10 ranked Tippecanoe Valley girls basketball team hosted No. 9 Rochester in a battle for first place in the Three Rivers Conference. It was the biggest game between the two rivals in nearly a …read more.

Larry L. Sanders, 71, of Mentone passed away on Saturday morning, Jan. 17, 2015 at Peabody Retirement Community of North Manchester. Born in Fulton County on Jan. 3, 1944, Larry Lin Sanders was a treasured son of Ervin Jay and Josephine E. Utter Sanders. Growing up in Richland Township he shared his childhood with two …read more.

Martha E. Waymire, 87, Rochester, 12:35 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015, at Life Care Center of Rochester, Ind. She was born Sept. 30, 1927, in Frankfurt, Germany. In Aug. 7, 1948, in Bad Nuheim, Germany, Martha married Vernon Marks “Bud” Waymire, who preceded her in death on Jan. 6, 2008. Martha worked for Kroger’s Ag …read more.

It’s been nearly a month since I’ve written a picks article. So, the important questions need to be asked up front. How have you survived, Kosciusko!? I was not there for you during the first two rounds of the NFL playoffs. I was not there when you needed me most for the Golden Globes picks, …read more.

Mae Ringle, 93, of Rochester, left this earth and made it home at 10:40 a.m. Monday, Jan. 12, 2015, surrounded by her loving family at Hickory Creek of Rochester. On Sept. 1, 1921, Mae was born in Hawkins County, Tenn., to Rome Ott and Mary Maude White McClain. Growing up she shared her childhood with …read more.

Rodney Alan Lyons, 46, of Rochester, passed away at 3:39 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015, at Woodlawn Hospital. On July 9, 1968, Rodney was born in Lynnwood, Wash., to Edward George and Lucille Zuleger Lyons. Growing up he shared his childhood with four sisters and one brother. Rodney was a professional truck driver and …read more.

Rosanna Forney, 88, of Rochester, passed away at 6:26 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 10, at Woodlawn Hospital. On Aug. 15, 1926, Rosanna was born in Frankfort to Milton and Goldie Duddleston Weaver. Proudly she graduated from Frankfort High School in 1944. Rosanna and the love of her life, Robert Lee Forney, were married on July 30, 1945, in …read more.

The consumer finance site NerdWallet has released its annual study on the best cities and towns in Indiana for young families to live. Rankings were based on factors such as home affordability, education quality, prosperity and growth and family friendliness. According to the website, Fishers, Westfield and Granger are at the top of the list. …read more.

By NICK ROGERS Purdue University Purdue Extension will host 20 statewide community forums in January and February to aid the Purdue University College of Agriculture in its strategic planning. Free and open to the public, the forums are intended to gather feedback to consider as the College of Agriculture creates its five-year strategic plan later …read more.

Barbara E. Briney, 59, of Rochester, passed away unexpectedly at 3:55 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015, at her residence. On Aug. 16, 1955, Barbara was born in Rochester the cherished daughter of John and Elnora Tyler Sayger. Growing up she shared her childhood with two brothers, Tim and Ronnie. In 1973, with great Zebra …read more.

Mrs. Jean Ilene Neidlinger Miller, 85, of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 1:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014 at her home. On Dec. 20, 1929, Jean was born in Marshall County, a cherished daughter of Fay O. and Marjorie Kelver Neidlinger. As the fourth born of seven children, …read more.

Betty I. Ginther, 84, of Rochester passed away at 4:54 p.m. Dec. 16, 2014, at her residence. On April 9, 1930, Betty was born in Kewanna to Gilbert K. and Ollie Harris White. Growing up she shared her childhood with six brothers and four sisters On Feb. 21, 1948, Harry Ginther Jr. and Betty White …read more.

BOURBON – It was only fitting that Triton’s Kylie Mason joined a very exclusive club Wednesday night with a 3-pointer. The Trojan senior standout became just the fifth girls player in school history to reach 1,000 career points. Mason entered play versus Rochester Wednesday night with 993 career points. She netted 12 in the contest …read more.

Liale Schwenk, 84, of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2014, at home. Liale was born April 2, 1930, in Argos, to Maryanna Charlotte and George LeRoy Wolford. She grew up in Tiosa, and graduated from Richland Center High School in 1948. She married her high …read more.

By NIKKI ST.MARTIN Chief Marketing Officer, TimberWolf Trading Post In the spirit of the season, TimberWolf Trading Post is hosting a charity archery shoot at their range at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20. The entry fee is $15 and all proceeds will be donated to United Ministries of Fulton County, Inc., in support of its …read more.

Bernice E. Ross, 80, Rochester, Ind., passed away at 12:25 a.m., Monday, Dec. 1, at Life Care Center of Rochester. On Nov. 5, 1934, Bernice was born to Albert L. and Violet Rose Burgess Davis. Bernice and Wilmer Ross were married in 1974, he passed away in February of 1986. Bernice is lovingly remembered by …read more.

Lois Conrad, 78, Rochester, passed away today at 2:02 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30, 2014, at the Evangelical Home in Sterling Heights, Mich. She was born on Oct. 2, 1936, in Knoblick, Ky., to Homer and Blanche Yates Bennett. Growing up as one of eleven children, she shared her childhood with six sisters and four brothers. Lois …read more.

James P. Boyne, 50, of rural Rochester, Ind., passed at 4:15 a.m., Monday, Dec. 1, 2014, at his residence He was born on April 15, 1964, Chicago, Ill., to John and Charlotte (Jagaminas) Boyne. He was married to Laurie A. Beauchamp. Jim worked for the foundry in Plymouth. He also landscaped, did tree trimming, and …read more.

Earlier today Indiana State Trooper David Caswell arrested Richard A. Roe, 56, of Rochester for battery. The battery charge stemmed from an incident where Roe is accused of assaulting an Indiana Department of Transportation worker on SR 331 in Bourbon on Nov. 7. According to Caswell, Roe became a suspect in the battery case after …read more.

Helen M. Divine, 91, of Rochester, passed away at 12:12 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Woodlawn Hospital. On Aug. 12, 1923, Helen was born in Mishawaka to Richard and Ossie Foster Morgan. Helen and Earl W. Divine were married on July 20, 1946, in the First Baptist Church of Mishawaka. They shared nearly 60 years of …read more.

William Balmer, 85, of Rochester and formerly of the Akron/Mentone areas, passed at 8 p.m., Monday, Nov. 10, 2014, at Hickory Creek of Rochester. He was born March 27, 1929, in St. Joseph County, Ind. to Albert and Elsie (Perry) Balmer. On May 19, 1951, in Fort Rucker, Ala., to Alice V. Perry she survives. Bill worked from …read more.

Bonnie Townsend, 89, of Rochester passed away at Life Care Center of Rochester at 8:40 p.m. on Nov. 8, 2014. On July 26, 1925, in O’Dell, IL Bonnie Lea Stretch was born, the cherished daughter of Forrest C. and Clara E. Bowers Stretch. At the age of three she moved to Fulton County with her …read more.

Donald Ogle, 64, of Rochester, Ind., passed away at 11:49 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, 2014, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. On March 3, 1950, Don was born in Fulton County to John C. and Delores Mae Hundt Ogle. He shared his childhood with five sisters. Don and Jean Ann Hauser were married on June 6, 1969 …read more.

Former Rochester resident, James Franklin Davis, 87, of San Antonio, Texas passed away at 2 a.m. Nov. 6, 2014 at Missions Trail Baptist Hospital in San Antonio. On April 24, 1927, Jim was born in Windfall, Ind., to Thomas C. and Winnie Andrews Davis. Growing up he shared his childhood with two sisters and two …read more.

Linda D. Wilkins, 69, of Rochester passed away at 5:21 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 at Caring Hands Health Care in Peru. On January 9, 1945, Linda was born in Milesburg, PA to Herbert and Lennett Smith Hillard. She was one of 15 children. Linda and Rev. Clifton John Wilkins Jr. were married on July 17, …read more.

Joseph Leonard Brugh, 95, Rochester, Ind., passed away at 12:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 15, with family at his side. He was in the bedroom where he was born nearly a century ago. His home has been the homestead of the Brugh family for nearly 170 years, since 1848, and founded by his great-grandfather. Born …read more.

Jarrod A. Ball, 38, formerly of Rochester, Ind., passed away in Greensboro, North Carolina on Friday, Oct. 3. He was born in Plymouth, Indiana on April 8, 1976, the son of Barton N. and Cheryl A. (Peters) Ball. Jarrod was a 1994 graduate of Rochester High School. For the past eight years he served as …read more.

[weaver_youtube praAAl2WuTc rel=0] ROCHESTER – There was hype surrounding the matchup between Whitko and Rochester all week leading up to Friday night. There was plenty at stake as both team’s stepped on to Barnhart Field with 5-0 marks in the Three Rivers Conference but only one team could leave with bragging rights and sole control …read more.

Infant Steven Brian Ford III, of Rochester passed away shortly after birth on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014, at Parkview Regional Hospital of Fort Wayne. He is survived by his parents: Chantel Brown and Steven Ford II; and five sisters: Audriauna Abagail, Aubriauna Aliyah, Adalyn Bri-Ann, Alivia Marie and Lyanna Kay; maternal grandparents: Cassie Brown, Logansport; …read more.

Roy D. Calvert, 70, of Rochester, passed away Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014, at his home. On Jan. 15, 1944, Roy was born in Fulton County to Robert A. and Eldora M. Bowman Calvert. Roy and Patricia A. Ullery were married on July 4, 1963 at the Talma United Methodist Church. Roy is lovingly remembered by …read more.

Denvil ‘Lee’ Yates, 82, of Rochester, Ind., and formally of Pierceton, Ind., passed away at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Rochester. He was born on Aug. 29, 1932, to Thomas Sherman and Katie (Spencer) Yates in Prestonsburg, Ky. He was united in married to Mary Louise Meade on Dec. 30, 1955. She preceded him …read more.

TimberWolf Trading Post, Rochester, announces Free Archery Sight-In Days to help fellow archers get ready for the upcoming deer archery season. The event will be open to youth, archers ages 17 and under, from Tuesday, Sept. 23 through Saturday, Sept. 27. and to adults Friday, Sept. 26 and Saturday, Sept. 27. During this time TimberWolf …read more.

Helen K. Fisher, 76, of Rochester, passed away at 5p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, 2014. On September 3, 1938, Helen was born a cherished daughter of Adolpf and Susie Unrau Friesen. Growing up she shared her childhood with a sister Susanne. Following her graduation from high school she went to Goshen College and earned a degree …read more.

WARSAW – There could be a popular theme at the Warsaw Girls Golf Sectional this weekend at Stonehenge Golf and Country Club. Family first. A pair of contending teams are very family oriented and could play into the continuations of teams in the state tournament. Both Rochester and NorthWood host a trio of sisters, and …read more.

Dahms & Yarian Inc. CPA’s in Warsaw and Rochester announces the recent purchase of the accounting practice of Virga A. Smith CPA in Rochester. Dahms & Yarian will continue providing the professional service which their clients have grown to expect. Dahms & Yarian is a full service accounting firm, specializing in tax consulting and preparation …read more.

The patients and new patients of the AlignLife of Rochester, Ind., a Chiropractic and Natural Health Care Center, donated more than 150 food items in Rochester. “Oftentimes we think of those in need around the holidays,” Dr. Mark Heal said. “And hunger is an issue all year round for many. This was a something we …read more.

Michael “Mike” Dennis Chambers, 77, of Rochester, Ind., was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 1:05 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend, Ind. On June 5, 1937, Mike was born in South Bend, to Bertram and Beatrice Gardner Chambers. Mike joined the U.S. Coast Guard and was honorably …read more.

Jack R. Rudd, 64, of Rochester, Ind., passed away at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, 2014, at his residence after being in failing health since last October. He was born Dec. 12, 1949, in Salyersville, Ky., to Hurndon and Finettie (Craft) Rudd. He married in June 1972 to Monica “Susie” (Barnett) Rudd. She preceded him in death in 1983. …read more.