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...
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...
