Janet Brumbaugh
Mar 21, 2024
Janet L. Brumbaugh, 89, of Albion, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2024, at Paddock Springs in Warsaw. She was born in Cromwell on November 17, 1934, to the late Elbert and Marjorie (Calbeck) Roe. She spent her formative years in Ligonier and graduated from Ligonier High School. Janet married Loren "Jake" Brumbaugh in Tocoma, WA, on August 23, 1957....
John Smith
Mar 18, 2024
John Edward Smith, 67, of Fort Wayne, passed away at his home on March 18, 2024. He was born in Connersville on September 1, 1956, to the late Raymond and Linda (Allen) Smith. He spent his formative years in New Haven and graduated from New Haven High School. He lived in Fort Wayne and was a dedicated worker at Harris...
Danny Burns
Mar 16, 2024
Danny Ray Burns, 61, of Avilla, passed away on March 16, 2024, at Parkview Hospital Randallia. He was born on July 8, 1962, in Columbia City, to the late Larry and Bonnie (Cox) Burns. Danny was a cherished member of the community. He was a dedicated worker, spending his career at the newspaper. He retired in 2013 from the Post...
Janet Dimpfl
Mar 12, 2024
Janet Sue Dimpfl, 64, of Churubusco, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2024. She was born in Middlesboro, KY on February 2, 1960, to the late L.B. and Geraldine (Wells) Burke. She was raised in Fort Wayne and graduated from Elmhurst High School in 1978. Sue resided in Churubusco, where she was known and adored by many. Sue was a...
Robert Boyer
Mar 2, 2024
Robert G. Boyer, 96, of Churubusco, passed away on March 2, 2024, at Miller's Merry Manor, in Garrett. He was born on May 4, 1927, in Fort Wayne, to the late Ervin and Edgedene (Roebuck) Boyer. He spent his formative years in Columbia City and graduated from Columbia City High School. Robert spent the majority of his life in Churubusco,...
Thomas Knupp
Feb 28, 2024
It is with a sense of deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Thomas James Knupp. Born on March 22, 1942, to parents, James and Winnie Knupp, he lived a life filled with adventure, love, and laughter. Thomas was a man of many talents and interests. In 1961, he graduated from Northside High School and furthered his education by...
Trae Bennett
Feb 24, 2024
It is with profound sorrow, that we announce the passing of Trae Alan Bennet Jr., who was born on February 24, 2024, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and left us on the same day. Trae was a spark of light, though his time with us was brief, his presence was inspiring. Trae is survived by his loving parents, Destiny Amaya and...
Randy Bonar
Feb 22, 2024
Randy Lee Bonar, 63, of Churubusco, passed away on February 22, 2024. He was born on February 6, 1961, in Columbia City, to Lee and Carolyn (Shoda) Bonar. He spent his formative years in Green Center and graduated from Churubusco High School in 1980. Known for his zest for life, Randy spent his days passionately working in small engine repair...
Ronald Johnston
Feb 21, 2024
Ronald Allen Johnston, 60, of Warsaw, passed away on February 21, 2024, at Chateau Rehabilitation & Healthcare. He was born on August 28, 1963, in Richmond. Ronald was a lifelong resident of Northeast Indiana, following a life of hard work and service in the manufacturing of speakers. His tenacity and diligence were admirable, and he carried these traits into his...
Elaine Cearbaugh
Feb 21, 2024
Elaine K. Cearbaugh, 77, of Churubusco, who went to be with the Lord on February 21, 2024, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. She was born on February 11, 1947, in Noble County, to the late Francis and Marilyn (Tulley) Owen. She spent her formative years in Avilla and graduated from Avilla High School. Elaine spent the majority of her life...
Derrick Roe
Feb 18, 2024
Derrick Max Roe "Roeshow", 53, of Churubusco, passed away on February 18, 2024, in Fort Wayne. He was born on April 4, 1970, in Fort Wayne, to the late Donald Max and Mary Ellen (Longerbone) Roe. He spent his formative years in Fort Wayne and graduated from Northrop High School. Derrick, a dedicated employee at Morris Sheet Metal and a...
Darlane Deck
Feb 14, 2024
Darlane A. Deck, born January 13, 1947, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, was called to her eternal rest on February 14, 2024. Darlane was a lifelong member of the Fort Wayne community and a devoted member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, where she served as a Church Curator from 1998 until her retirement in 2022. Her dedication to her faith was...
Thomas Tonkel
Feb 9, 2024
With hearts brimming with hope and cherished memories, we commemorate the life of Thomas Tonkel. Born on June 14, 1959, in Largo, Florida, Thomas was a charismatic beacon of resilience and ambition. His spirit, undimmed by the passage of time, continues to inspire us all. As Maya Angelou beautifully put it, "I can be changed by what happens to me....
Barbara Campbell
Feb 5, 2024
Barbara C. Campbell, 71, of Churubusco, passed away on February 5, 2024, at Stillwater Hospice. She was born on November 19, 1952, in Kendallville, to the late Thomas and Marion (Cowley) Stout. Barbara's professional life was marked by diligence and a commitment to excellence. She brought these qualities during her tenure as an Office Manager at Howard Bailey for several...
Joni Larson
Feb 5, 2024
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of the extraordinarily smart, ambitious, and dedicated Joni Larson. Born on August 4, 1964, in Great Falls, Montana, Joni was a beacon of light whose spark will continue to illuminate the lives of those who knew her. Her life was a testament to her vibrant spirit, her ceaseless pursuit of...
Carla Cress
Feb 5, 2024
Carla E. Cress, 61, of South Whitley, passed away on February 5, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born on September 3, 1962, in Fort Wayne, to the late Thomas and Linda (Lambert) Kuehner. She spent her formative years in Columbia City and graduated from Columbia City High School. She was a dear wife, sister, aunt, and...
Joan Allman
Jan 31, 2024
Joan M. Allman, 91, of Churubusco, passed away at her home on January 31, 2024. Joan was born on February 7, 1932, in Fort Wayne, to the late Glen and Thelma (Huth) Hemmelgarn. She spent her formative years in Fort Wayne and graduated from Fort Wayne Central in 1949. On July 22, 1950, she married her beloved husband, Jack Allman,...
Marjorie Myers
Jan 17, 2024
Marjorie A. Myers, known fondly as Marge, 82, of Huntertown, passed away on January 17, 2024, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. She was born in Fort Wayne on June 6, 1941, to the late Homer and Hellen (Bry) Stemen. Marge was married to James Myers in 1961, and he survives. Together, the couple raised three children in the Huntertown Community....
David Waterman
Jan 16, 2024
David Alexander Waterman, 65, of Churubusco, rose to meet his Lord and Savior on January 16, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital. He was born in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, England on September 17, 1958, a twin son born to the late Ivan Maurice and Gertrude Alice (Scraggs) Waterman. He spent his formative years in Bishop's Stortford, and graduated from Bishop's Stortford Boy's...
Shirley Claxton
Jan 15, 2024
Shirley A. Claxton, age 90, of Churubusco, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2024, at Miller's Merry Manor at Oak Pointe. She was born on June 4, 1933, in Union Township, Whitley County, to the late Russell and Lois (Hull) Yant. She spent her formative years in Churubusco and graduated from Churubusco High School in 1951. Shirley devoted a significant...
