Berneta Keller
Nov 10, 2023
Berneta Louise Keller, 98, a resident of LaOtto, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023, at Greystone Health & Rehab. Berneta was born in Nine Mile, Indiana, on March 26, 1925, to the late Lemuel and Elizabeth (Rasor) Smith. She spent her formative years north of Roanoke in Jefferson Township, Whitley County. She graduated from Jefferson Center High School in...
Timothy Leffers
Nov 10, 2023
Timothy L. Leffers, born on October 17, 1953, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on November 10, 2023. A lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, Tim was a beloved figure in his community, providing guidance and education to countless young minds as a teacher at Bishop Dwenger High School for the latter portion of his career, from which he retired. Tim...
Bonnie Nicodemus
Nov 10, 2023
Bonnie L. Nicodemus, 93, of Columbia City, formerly of Churubusco, passed away on November 10, 2023, in Columbia City. Born on April 9, 1930, in Churubusco, to Emanuel "Snick" and Mabel (Cotton) Geiger. She was raised on the family's farm just outside of town where she learned an incredible work ethic and the importance of family. Farming the land, milking...
Michelle Bowman
Nov 5, 2023
Michelle Bowman, 51, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023, in Fort Wayne. Born on July 15, 1972, in Van Wert, Ohio, Michelle was an adventurous and spirited soul, who lived a vibrant life filled with joy, love, and an infectious charisma that touched everyone she met. Her lively spirit was a beacon of light that will...
James Norford
Nov 1, 2023
James Roger Norford, 79, of Fort Wayne, passed away on November 1, 2023, at Stillwater Hospice. He was born in Auburn, on August 21, 1944, to the late James Robert and Mary Alice (Bracht) Norford. He spent his formative years in Auburn, where he played Little League Baseball, and graduated at the top of his class in 1962 from Auburn...
Wanda Maroney
Oct 31, 2023
Wanda Jean Dickes-Genth-Maroney, 88, of Huntertown, passed away on October 31, 2023, at Astral of Auburn. She was born on May 31, 1935, in Eel River Township, Allen County, to the late Paul and DeElda (Gaff) Knafel. She spent her formative years in rural Churubusco and graduated from Huntertown High School in 1953. Wanda was married to Lowell "Dutch" Dickes...
Laurel Wilson
Oct 29, 2023
Laurel M. (Fulk) Wilson, 96, of Uniondale, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2023. She was born in Whitley County, on August 23, 1927, to the late Oscar and Etta (Rowland) Fulk. Laurel was a lifelong resident of Wells County where she devoted her life to her family and her faith. She was a widow, losing her beloved husband Robert...
Jerry Ransom
Oct 24, 2023
Jerry Ransom, 84, of Churubusco passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on October 24, 2023, following a brief illness. Born April 23, 1939, in Harlan, Indiana, he was the youngest child of the late Mary Leona Boger Ransom Baker and Robert Irving Ransom. He grew up in the West Central neighborhood of Ft. Wayne helping his brother Jim deliver early...
Phillip Snider
Oct 22, 2023
Phillip Lee Snider, passed away at his home on October 22, 2023, at the age of 74. He was born on June 12, 1949, in Noble County, Indiana, he was the son of the late Thomas and Thelma Snider. He was one of 21 children. Phillip was a dedicated and talented man who turned every challenge into an opportunity. Albert...
Robert Mabee
Oct 22, 2023
Robert "Bob" Mabee, 67, of Huntertown, passed away on October 22, 2023. He was born on March 10, 1956, in Fort Wayne, to the late William and Marilyn (Rosseau) Mabee. He spent his formative years in Wells County and attended Norwell High School. Robert lived a fulfilling life as a dedicated yard worker for the railroad industry. He spent the...
Dolores Herdman
Oct 19, 2023
Dolores E. Herdman, 94, of Huntertown, passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on October 19, 2023, at Park Place Senior Living. She was born on December 30, 1928, in Woodburn, a daughter of the late Fredrick and Lula (Obert) Hoeppner. She spent her formative years in Woodburn and Huntertown areas and graduated from...
Alan Nicoski
Oct 17, 2023
On October 17, 2023, Alan J. Nicoski, age 68, passed away in his home in Columbia City, Indiana. Born on September 8, 1955, in Fort Wayne, Alan was a beacon of ambition and hard work. Despite his retirement as a heavy machinery mechanic from B&W Equipment, his passionate commitment to his craft never waned. Alan was a lifelong Fort Wayne...
John Van Tichelt
Oct 10, 2023
John Raymond Van Tichelt , 58, of Churubusco, passed away on October 10, 2023, at his home. He was born on March 6, 1965, in Muncie, at Ball Memorial Hospital, to Jim and Sandy (Martin) Van Tichelt. He spent his formative years in Murray and graduated from Norwell High School in 1984. John spent all his life in Northwest Indiana...
Donald Weber
Oct 7, 2023
Donald Dean Weber, known affectionately as "Deadwood" to his friends and family, passed away at his home on Saturday, October 7, 2023. He was born on July 22, 1946, in Hillsboro, WI, to the late Ervin & Eleanor (Hahn) Weber. He spent his formative years in Kendall, WI, and graduated from Royal High School in 1964. Following high school, he...
Brian Parish
Oct 3, 2023
Brian L. Parish, 94, of Churubusco, joined his wife Marilyn in heaven on October 3, 2023. Born on December 15, 1928, in Smith Township, Indiana; he was a son of the late Orville and Grace (Deem) Parish. Brian Graduated from Churubusco High School in 1946. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving in Korea, and was...
Dallas Parish
Sep 29, 2023
Dallas P. Parish, 92, of Churubusco, passed away on September 29, 2023, at StoryPoint West. He was born on November 16, 1930, to the late Dwight and Estella (McCoy) Parish. He spent his formative years in Churubusco and graduated from Churubusco High School. He received his bachelor's degree from Manchester University and later his master's degree from Southeastern Oklahoma. Dallas...
Harold Schinbeckler
Sep 25, 2023
Harold Eugene Schinbeckler, 79, of Churubusco, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2023, at his home. He was born on June 21, 1944, in Allen County, to the late Franklin and Betty (Smith) Schinbeckler. He spent his formative years in rural Churubusco and graduated from Churubusco High School. Harold dedicated his life to farming after the death of his brother-in-law....
Donald Foster
Sep 18, 2023
Donald Lee Foster, 84, of Albion, passed away on September 18, 2023, at his farm. He was born in Kendallville, on July 25, 1939, to the late Russell and Virginia (Workman) Foster. He spent his formative years in Noble County and graduated from Wolf Lake High School in 1957. Donald was a devoted husband, having been married to his beloved...
Lois Barrett
Sep 10, 2023
Lois Marie Barrett, 94, of Fort Wayne, passed away on September 10, 2023, at Park Place Senior Living. Lois was a beloved resident of Eel River Township for 94 years, where she devoted her life to her family and the land. A dedicated wife, she married the love of her life Dean Barrett, on March 10, in Greenfield. He preceded...
Jeffrey Worthman
Sep 8, 2023
The world lost a remarkable soul when Jeffrey Worthman passed away at his home on Friday, September 8, 2023. Born on August 27, 1952, to parents, Jack and Bettina (Einhorn) Worthman, of Fort Wayne, Jeffrey exemplified a life abundant in creativity, talent, charisma, and love. In the words of Maya Angelou, "A great soul serves everyone all the time. A...
