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...
James Stoll
Sep 6, 2023
On September 6, 2023, James Roy Stoll, moved on from this earthly life to his heavenly abode alongside his beloved wife Ann. Born on February 3, 1947, in Noble Co., Indiana, to Leroy & L. Katherine Stoll, James was a man of strong Christian faith and a testament to the scripture, "Let your light so shine before men, that they...
Wayde Potter
Sep 1, 2023
Wayde Allen Potter, aged 36, of Churubusco, passed away on September 1, 2023. He was born on May 31, 1987, in Columbia City. Wayde spent most of his life in his home state, where he found immense joy in the great outdoors. Wayde was known for his love of fishing, hunting, hiking, and climbing trees. He was a true outdoorsman...
Susan Pyle
Aug 30, 2023
Susan Irene Pyle, known affectionately as Sue, passed away on August 30, 2023, after being diagnosed with cancer. She was born on November 5, 1947, in Kosciusko County, Indiana, and resided in Auburn, Indiana. Sue's life was characterized by her loving nature, her dedication to her family, her generous spirit, and the supportive environment she created around her. Sue embarked...
Jeremiah Helgesen
Aug 25, 2023
Jeremiah Helgesen, an adventurous spirit and loving father, passed away on August 25, 2023, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born on February 9, 1982, Jeremiah lived a life that was as daring as it was generous. He was a proud fourth-generation United States Air Force veteran, serving two six-month tours in Afghanistan and Kuwait, and achieving the rank of Tech Sargent....
Beulah Allman
Aug 25, 2023
Beulah Mae Allman, 92, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2023. She was born on May 4, 1931, to Glen & Myrtle Sloffer, in Ari, where she lived until her marriage to Jimmie Allman on October 9, 1949. Three children, Robin, Roger & Rex, blessed Jimmie's & Beulah's lives. Beulah taught for over 25 years in the local school loving...
Scott Ickes
Aug 24, 2023
Scott Ickes, 56, of Fort Wayne, passed away on August 24, 2023, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. He was born in Fort Wayne on, October 1, 1966, to Terry and Beth (Hinton) Ickes. A lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, Scott graduated from Wayne High School in 1985. Scott spent the majority of his career making a significant impact on his...
Richard "Hefty" Miller
Aug 24, 2023
Richard "Hefty" N. Miller, 82, of Churubusco, passed away on August 24, 2023, at his home. He was born on June 17, 1941, in Jay County to the late Charles "Ben" and Hazel (McAfee) Miller. He spent his formative years in Jay County and graduated from Portland High School in 1959. Richard was a devoted husband, to the late Connie...
Kenneth Malcolm
Aug 24, 2023
Kenneth E. Malcolm, 81, of LaOtto, passed away peacefully, on August 24, 2023, in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne, on May 1, 1942, to the late Ralph and Bernice (Maloney) Malcolm. He spent his formative years in Huntertown and graduated from Huntertown High School in 1960. Kenneth spent his last 60 years as a proud resident of...
Dalila Cervantes-Esparza
Aug 19, 2023
Dalila Cervantes - Esparza, 49, of Fort Wayne, passed away on August 19, 2023, at Lutheran Hospital. She was born on March 25, 1974, in Weslaco, TX, to Ezequiel and Delia (Pena Martinez) Cervantes. As a young girl she moved to Ligonier with her family. Dalila was a dedicated and spirited individual who brought joy to all those who knew...
Esther Blessing
Aug 16, 2023
With deep reverence, we celebrate the life of Esther "Violet" Blessing, a woman of immense strength and resilience, who departed this world on August 16, 2023. Born on April 9, 1924, in Whitley County, Indiana, Violet's compelling journey of 99 years was marked with unfathomable dedication, loyalty, and thoughtfulness that touched all who were privileged to know her. She made...
