Doloras Fulk
Apr 20, 2024
Doloras Rae (Grammer) Fulk, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Orchard Pointe. Born on May 25, 1932, in Adrian, Michigan, Doloras spent her formative years growing up in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was a 1950 graduate of Central High School and a 1953 graduate of Methodist Hospital Nursing School. Doloras married Paul Fulk in February of 1954,...
Marilyn Meyer
Apr 19, 2024
Marilyn Jean "Jeannie" Meyer, 89, of Columbia City, passed away on April 19, 2024, at Parkview Whitley. She was born on March 11, 1935, in Albion, to the late Alvia and Eva (Diffendafer) Hawk. Jeannie is known for her lifelong dedication to her family and her community. Jeannie met her husband Dale Meyer, at the age of 16, whom she...
Bradley Sanders
Apr 16, 2024
Bradley Sanders, 68, of Churubusco, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2024, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. He was born on May 11, 1955, in Fort Wayne, to Thomas and Bonnie (Ragan) Sanders. He spent his formative years in Fort Wayne and graduated from Northrop High School in 1974. Bradley was a cherished son, brother, father, and grandfather. He had...
Leslie Roberson
Apr 14, 2024
Leslie "Les" David Roberson, 76, of Churubusco, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2024, at Bethlehem Woods, in Fort Wayne He was born on October 23, 1947, in Wolf Lake, to the late Jesse Howard and Martha Ellen (Teague) Roberson. He spent his formative years in Allen County and graduated from Huntertown High School in 1966. Les married Sharon Barron...
Craig Stephan
Apr 12, 2024
Craig M. Stephan, known affectionately as "Craigerbomb," 57, of Fort Wayne, passed away on April 12, 2024, at Parkview Randellia. He was born on August 13, 1966, in Fort Wayne, to Norman and Ruth (Ward) Stephan. He spent his formative years in Fort Wayne and graduated from Northside High School in 1985. He later attended Indiana University. Craig was a...
William "Billy" Cooper
Apr 3, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of William "Billy" Gene Cooper Jr., a loving husband, doting father, and an accomplished carpenter. Born on September 6, 1974, in Madison, Indiana, to parents, Billy Cooper & Sandra Cooper Janson, Billy embraced life with an ambitious spirit and resilience that was infectious to those fortunate enough to be in...
Sophia Browning
Mar 28, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Sophia Kay Browning, who was born and departed on the same date, March 28, 2024, in Indianapolis, Indiana. As the adage goes, "The brightest stars burn out fastest," and Sophia, though her time was fleeting, left an indelible mark on the hearts of those...
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....
