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...
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...
