Marley Malinowski
Jan 15, 2024
Marley Anne Malinowski, age 12, of Fort Wayne, peacefully passed away on January 15, 2024. Born on July 3, 2011, in Fort Wayne, she was a beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend who touched the hearts of many. Marley was a vibrant and creative spirit. Her love for art was ever-present and influenced much of her young life....
Cathy Griffis
Jan 10, 2024
Cathy Griffis, 66, of Huntertown, passed away at her home on January 10, 2024. She was born on November 18, 1957, in Fort Wayne, to Wesley and Donna (Ruffing) Adams. She spent her formative years in Fort Wayne and graduated from Elmhurst High School. She was a retired assembly worker from Dana in Fort Wayne, where she dedicated her skills...
Steven Mckee
Jan 6, 2024
Steven Bruce McKee, 75, of Churubusco, passed away at his home on January 6, 2024. He was born on February 16, 1948, in Portland, Indiana, to the late John and Shirley (Petschke) McKee. He spent his formative years in Portland and graduated from Portland High School in 1966. He was a lifelong resident of Indiana, having lived in Portland, Fort...
Marilyn Rosentrader
Jan 3, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Marilyn (Foote) Rosentrader, a loving, dedicated, and supportive presence in the lives of all who knew her. Marilyn was born in Fort Wayne, on March 16, 1947, and passed into the loving arms of her Savior on January 3, 2024, at Warsaw Meadows Care Center. Marilyn was a beacon...
Kerry Rapp
Dec 31, 2023
Kerry Lynn Rapp, 71, of Churubusco, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023, at his home. He was born on December 15, 1952, in Fort Wayne, to the late Herbert George and Ruby Maxine (Musselman) Rapp. He spent his formative years in Churubusco and graduated from Churubusco High School in 1971. Kerry led a commendable life and left an indelible...
Virginia Fick
Dec 30, 2023
Virginia M. Fick, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, December 30, 2023, surrounded by her beloved family. Born on May 28, 1927, in Aboite Township Indiana to the late William and Florence (Schinbeckler) Klaehn, Virginia spent her formative years on the family farm, instilling into her an unwavering sense of dedication and loyalty that would become her trademark....
Sheryl Campbell
Dec 30, 2023
Sheryl Ann Campbell, 57, of Plymouth, passed away on December 30, 2023. She was born in Columbia City on December 17, 1966, to Jerry and Karen (Whittaker) Campbell. A warm and kind-hearted woman, she was known for her love of crochet, working outside, and her affection for her beloved cats and all animals. Sheryl was passionate about being outside and...
Gerald Evans
Dec 30, 2023
Gerald Clyde Evans, 94, went to be with the LORD on Saturday, December 30, 2023. He passed away peacefully with his family in Columbia City. Gerry was born to the late Wilby G. and Rethal (Beehler) Evans on March 16, 1929, and grew up in Rochester, Indiana. He graduated from Richland Center High School in 1947 and married Juanita L....
Dianne Green
Dec 18, 2023
Dianne Kay Green, born on December 20, 1943, in Wolf Lake, Indiana, spent her 79 years on earth living a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to her family and community. Known for her creativity, wit, and love for adventure, Dianne's life was a testament to the words, "Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all." Through...
James "Jim" Blessing
Dec 7, 2023
James H. Blessing, known affectionately by many as Jim, passed away on December 7, 2023. Born in Allen County, Indiana, on October 28, 1934, he spent his formative years in Arcola and graduated from Huntertown High School. He was married on August 13, 1955, to Barbara Gump, she preceeding him in death in 2006. James was a beloved member of...
Barbara Demaree
Dec 4, 2023
Barbara Demaree, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and master teacher of ballet, passed away peacefully in her home in Fort Wayne, on December 4, 2023. Born in Bradford, UK on December 31, 1935, to parents Albert Hahn and Agnes Booth, Barbara dedicated her life to the art of dance and the cultivation of beauty, both in her professional career and...
Elizabeth Adams
Dec 3, 2023
Elizabeth A. Adams, 80, a long-time resident of Fort Wayne, passed away on December 3, 2023. She was born in Fort Wayne, on February 17, 1943, to the late Fred and Bernadean (Weber) Waltenburg. She spent her formative years in Fort Wayne and graduated from Central High School. She was married to Howard Adams in Fort Wayne, on February 13,...
Marcile Dykes
Dec 2, 2023
Marcile Dykes, 86, of Fort Wayne, passed away on December 2, 2023, at Parkview Hospital Randallia. She was born in Fort Wayne on June 1, 1937, to the late Simon and Daisy (Johns) Kimlovits. She spent her formative years in Fort Wayne and attended Northside High School. Marcile married John Tony McNeal on December 5, 1952, and he preceded her...
Carlee Petelle
Dec 1, 2023
With profound sadness and deep respect, we remember the life of Carlee Rose Petelle, a truly loving, compassionate, and inspiring woman, who departed this life on Friday, December 1, 2023. Carlee was a beacon of warmth and support, residing in Fort Wayne, Indiana for the past five years. A homemaker by occupation, her influence extended beyond the walls of her...
Patricia Milne
Nov 28, 2023
Patricia Ann Milne, born on March 19, 1935, in Duluth, Minnesota, passed away on November 28, 2023, at her home surrounded by her beloved family. Patricia, a loving and compassionate mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was a beacon of support and inspiration to her family and those fortunate to know her. A dedicated assembly worker, Patricia retired from not just one,...
Lynn Johnson
Nov 25, 2023
Lynn A. Johnson, 80, of Columbia City, passed away on November 25, 2023, at Lutheran Life Villages at Inverness. Lynn was a lifelong resident of Columbia City. He was born and raised on the farm he raised his family, on July 1, 1943, to the late Russell and Helen (Felger) Johnson. He graduated from Columbia City High School in 1961....
Nicklous Schweitzer
Nov 25, 2023
Nicklous Eugene Schweitzer, lovingly known as Nick, passed away at Parkview Regional Medical Center on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at the age of 81. Born on November 17, 1942, in Carleton, Nebraska, Nick was a man of ambition and dedication; attributes that carried him throughout his life. His generous nature and reliable demeanor made him a cherished figure in his...
Gregory Murray
Nov 24, 2023
Gregory Paul Murray, 59, of Churubusco, passed away at his home on Friday, November 24th, 2023. Greg was born on February 17th, 1964, in Fort Wayne, to William and Barbara (Brown) Murray. He spent his formative years in Fort Wayne and graduated from Elmhurst High School. He was a devoted husband to Wendy, his beloved wife, whom he married on...
Garry Cutter
Nov 20, 2023
Garry D. Cutter, 84, of Columbia City, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2023, at The Oaks Nursing Home in Columbia City. Born on January 13, 1939, in Williston, ND to the late Zelotes (Z.D.) and Anne (Mihm) Cutter. Garry served in the Air Force from 1956 to 1960. He married his loving wife, MaryAnne Meyer on July 5, 1958....
Basil Wertman
Nov 12, 2023
Basil L. Wertman, 88, of Churubusco, passed away at Dupont Hospital on November 12, 2023. He was born in Leo on January 28, 1935, to the late Gerald and Erma (Huff) Wertman. He spent his formative years in Leo and attended Leo High School. After high school, Basil served in the United States Army. Basil was a loving and devoted...
