Our Obituaries
Richard E. Zurbuch
May 17, 2013
Richard E. Zurbuch, 83, entered into eternal rest on the morning of Friday, May 17, 2013 in the loving presence of his family. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN, on May 7, 1930. Richard served in the Korean War and upon return completed his education at DeVry Technical Institute in Chicago and Indiana Institute of Technology in Fort Wayne. After graduation, he married the love of his life, Terri...
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William J. Buesching
May 16, 2013
William J. Buesching, 94, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2013 at St Joseph Hospital. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, William worked as a Mail handler with US Government for 31 years, retiring in 1979. He was a U S Army WW II veteran and lifelong member of St Paul's Lutheran Church. He enjoyed all sports, an avid IU Basketball fan, working around the yard and loved his grandchildren and great...
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Conrad C. Beutler
May 9, 2013
Conrad C. Beutler, 85, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013. He enjoyed sports and band in elementary and high school and Golf and fishing on Lake Erie later in life. Surviving are his wife, Carol I. (Flick) Beutler of Fort Wayne, daughter, Deborah A. (Robert) Prough of Port Clinton,OH, grandchildren, Kurt (Michelle) Prough and Tim Prough, two great grandchildren. Conrad was preceded in death by...
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Carey Maggert, Sr.
May 9, 2013
Carey M. Maggert Sr, 62, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013. Surviving are his wife, Dianna Maggert, son, Jimmy M. (Sandy) Maggert, son, Robert A. (Keiley) Maggert, son, Carey M. Maggert, Jr., daughter, Jamie L. (Shawn) Roesler, daughter, Courtney M. Maggert, daughter, Ivy R. (Bobby) Maggert; sister, Linda (Gordon) Rasor, seven grandchildren, step father, Irving Henry. He was preceded in...
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Lyle A. Wagner
May 5, 2013
LYLE A. WAGNER, 89, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2013. Surviving are his daughter, Mary (Dennis) Sinkula; son, Bruce (Sue) Wagner; daughter, Jane (Tom) Baetz; Sister, Vivian Kowalski; granddaughter, Shelley (Sam) Townes; grandson, Michael Sinkula; and great-granddaughter, Olivia Townes. He was preceded in death by his wife Athlene Wagner, parents, Alvin and Viola Wagner;...
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Edward Byrne
May 4, 2013
Edward Byrne Jr., 89, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Terre Haute, IN, Edward was a teacher and principal for Fort Wayne Community Schools for 31 years, retiring in 1983. Ed was an avid fisherman, loved traveling, and would enjoy an occasional book. Surviving are his wife, Donna Byrne of Fort Wayne, daughter, Carol E. Robb-Mundorf of...
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Carl Lazoff
May 4, 2013
Carl Blagoy Lazoff, 80, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2013. Memorial calling will be Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road. Memorials may be made to Parkview Hospice and The Wildlife Fund. To sign the online guest book, go to www.mccombandsons.com.
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Roy E. Hasty
May 4, 2013
Roy E. Hasty , 84, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2013 at home. Born in Huntington County, IN, Roy worked as a Assembler with Dana for 42 1/2 years,retiring in 1992. He also did siding for homes and grew up farming. Roy enjoyed deer hunting, mushroom hunting, watching I U basketball and playing euche. Surviving are his son, David Hasty of Fort Wayne; daughters, Linda L (Steve) Weaver of Columbia...
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William (Shirm) F. Schirmeyer
May 2, 2013
William F. "Shirm" Schirmeyer, 86, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2013 at St Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, A U. S. Army WWII Veteran, William worked as a Purchasing agent with Advanced Computer Systems, INC and also worked 40 years of employment at City Utilities Retiried 1998, He was a member of St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church, American Legion Post 47 and...
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Rosan F. Rondot
May 1, 2013
Rosan F. Rondot, 78, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2013. She married Daniel Rondot in 1955 and was a wonderful and devoted mother, daughter, sister and friend. Her strong Catholic faith and gracious personality was a great example to all. She leaves behind her loving husband, Daniel, son, Douglas (Victoria); daughters, Anne (Kevin) Kirk, Karen (Kurt )Leffers, Paula (Gary) Murphy, and Linda ...
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Carolyn S. Church
May 1, 2013
Carolyn S. Church, 64, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Born in Fort Wayne, Carol worked for GTE/ Verizon for 32 years, retiring in 1998. She enjoyed gardening, reading and planning parties for her family and friends. Surviving are her loving husband of 42 years Jerry Church of Fort Wayne, brother, Robert (Susie) Hampton of Wabash, sisters, Judi (Keith) Parrot of Fort Wayne, and Marsha (Mike)...
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Hezekiah (Kye) Thomas Sewell
April 30, 2013
Hezekiah "Kye" Thomas Sewell passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at Riley Children's Hospital in Indianapolis. Surviving are his parents Kelley and Kelly Sewell of Grabill, grandparents, Thomas and Krista Sewell of Parker City, IN, and grandparents, John and Ruth Bracht of Huntertown, IN. Service is at 2:00 pm, May 4, 2013 at Grabill Missionary Church, 13637 State St with calling 1 hour prior....
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Christine Demetre
April 28, 2013
Christine Demetre, 92, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2013 at St. Anne Home and Retirement Community in Fort Wayne. She was born on October 26, 1920 in Kalinik, Macedonia to the late Laxo and Velika Triacos. She was a faithful member of St. Nicholas Eastern Orthodox Church their Women's Guild and Choir. Christine enjoyed bowling, playing cards, gardening, and spending time with her family. ...
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James MacQueen
April 26, 2013
James M. MacQueen, 72, passed away Friday, April 26, 2013. Born in Los Angeles, CA, Jim worked in the telecommunications industry for many years. He was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church, and was passionate about serving various organizations in his community including Woodburn Christian Children's Home, Associated Churches, SCORE and the SPCA. Jim enjoyed fishing, movies and was an avid...
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Mark Kenneth LeMay
April 23, 2013
Mark Kenneth LeMay, 59, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 23, 2013. Born February 7, 1954 in Indianapolis, Mark attended Lawrence Institute of Technology in Southfield, MI, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. He was co-founder and Vice-President of AVANT Group, an environmental engineering consulting firm, for 10 years. Most recently he was the Branch...
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Meghan Smith
April 22, 2013
Meghan Smith, 36, passed away Monday, April 22, 2013. Born in Fort Wayne, Meghan was a medical assistant with Parkview First Care Family Physicians and the last 2 years was able to be a stay at home mom. She was a member of St. Joseph United Methodist Church, Willing Workers Extension Homemakers Club, enjoyed reading, vacations and loved spending time with family. Surviving are her husband,...
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Margery F. Geer
April 18, 2013
Margery F. Geer , 83, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2013 at Lutheran Life Villages at Pine Valley in Fort Wayne. Born in Anderson, IN, Margery worked at Lord & Taylor in New York City for 9 years. She was a graduate of Park Tudor of Indianapolis and Northwestern University in 1952 and enjoyed playing bridge, musicals, IU Basketball and was an avid reader. Surviving are her son, Blake ...
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Paul C. Buckles
April 18, 2013
Paul C. Buckles , 88, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2013 at AMG Speciality Hospital in Muncie. Born in Dayton, OH, Paul retired from Dana Corp. He was a member of Wallen Baptist Church. A U.S. Army WW II veteran, serving in the 161st combat engineer battalion. He was a Bronze Star Recipient under General George Patton's 3rd Army 20th Corp. Surviving are sons, Paul R. Buckles, Fort Wayne;...
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Evelyn L. Armstrong
April 17, 2013
Evelyn L. Armstrong "Sis", 77, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Tipton, IN, Evelyn worked as a R.N. with General Electric for 20+ years, retiring in 1999. She was a member of St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church. She loved her family and faith and her flower gardens. Surviving are her husband, Samuel B. Armstrong; Sons, Michael ...
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Braxton James Price
April 16, 2013
Braxton James Price passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis. Braxton is survived by his parents Erin and Chad Price of Fort Wayne. Service is at 11:00 am, Friday, April 19, 2013 at Pathway Community Church, 11910 Shearwater Run with calling from 9:30am - 11:00am. Rev. David Biberstein officiating. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. Memorials may...
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Alinah Scarlett Federspiel
April 15, 2013
Alinah Scarlett Federspiel passed away Monday, April 15, 2013 at Lutheran Hospital after 3 1/2 months in the NICU. Surviving are her father, Alex Federspiel of Fort Wayne, and mother, Brittany Terry of Kendallville, IN. Visitation is from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm, Friday April 19, 2013 at - D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road. Cemetery Service is at 2:15pm, Friday...
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Louis P. Moses
April 14, 2013
Louis P. Moses, 74, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2013 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Louis was in the Insurance Industry for 30 years, retiring in 2000. He was an avid Cyclist, and enjoyed watching IU Basketball, and Indy Car Racing. He also enjoyed classic cars, doing genealogy, traveling, and spending time with his family. Surviving are his loving wife of 46 years, Marcia Moses of...
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Jerry J. Borros
April 13, 2013
Jerry J. Borros, 78, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2013 at his home in Fort Wayne. Born in Cincinnati, OH, Jerry was a US Air Force veteran. He was a member of St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus. Jerry had worked for 17 years at Wabash Magnetics in Wabash,In and then became the Corporate VP at Ranco Corporation in Columbus, OH for 5 years, he retired in 2000 after...
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Pauline M. Duryee
April 12, 2013
Pauline M. Duryee, 93, passed away Friday, April 12, 2013. She was a graduate of North Side High School in 1937. Surviving are her son, John (Chau) Duryee of Lakeland, FL; daughter, Susan (Michael) Evans of Fort Wayne; daughter, Sharon (Robert) Fontana of Windermere, FL; 7 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter . Pauline was preceded in death by her husband,...
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Betty (Elizabeth) Sheehan
April 11, 2013
Betty (Elizabeth) Sheehan, 87, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2013 at Golden Years Homestead in Fort Wayne. The youngest daughter of Patrick J. and Loretta (Cavanaugh) Sheehan, Betty was born in Fort Wayne, July 21, 1925. 3 sisters, Loretta Burke, Mary Hartman and Anita (Patsy) Archer preceded her in death. She is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. As a...
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Tyler David Cook
April 7, 2013
Tyler David Cook, 16, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2013 doing what he loved most, " His Passion" riding his dirt bike. Tyler was a blessing from God for everyone to enjoy. Surviving are his parents David and Gloria Cook, sisters, Danee Cook and Desiree Cook all of Spencerville, grandparents, Roger and Marcia Cook of Spencerville, Tammy Hinkel of Hamilton, Henry Ballard of Auburn, and Denny and...
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Theodore (Ted) Taylor
April 6, 2013
Theodore "Ted" Taylor, 87, passed away April 6, 2013. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Rd.
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Richard B. Moessner
April 5, 2013
Richard B. Moessner , 68, passed away Friday, April 5, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Chicago, IL, Richard worked as an Environmental and Safety Manager with Superior Essex, retiring in 2003. He was a Past President of The National Model Railroad Association in Fort Wayne and spent many hours working on his model railroad. He was a Cubs and Bears fan, and loved...
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Jerome (Jerry) E. Frane
April 5, 2013
Jerome "Jerry" E. Frane , 74, passed away Friday, April 5, 2013. Jerry retired from North American Van Lines in 2000. Surviving are his wife, Carolyn "Sue" Frane of Fort Wayne, son, Doug (Deb) Frane of Auburn, daughter, Pam (Danny) Scott of Fort Wayne, daughter, Linda (Clark) Boyles of Angola, 7 grandchildren, and brother Mike (Sharon) Frane of Fort Wayne. Jerry was preceded in death by his...
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Benjamin (Ben) H. Weldon
April 5, 2013
Benjamin H. "Ben" Weldon, 83, passed away Friday, April 5, 2013 at Cedars Nursing Home in Leo. Born in Steuben County, IN, Benjamin worked as a Tool & Manufacturing Engineer with Tokheim Corporation for 36 years, retiring in 1989. He was a member of Leo United Methodist Church, US Army Korean War Veteran,Huntertown Masonic Lodge No. 689, F & A.M; Ft Wayne Valley of Scottish Rite; York Rite;...
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Nicholas Wade Prindle
March 31, 2013
Nicholas Wade Prindle , 15, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2013 at Bay Medical Center Sacred Heart Health System in Panama City, FL. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Nicholas was a student at Carrol High school where he was involved with Campus Life. Nick enjoyed comics, reading, The Green Lantern, techno music, and hockey. He loved hanging out with his friends. Nick had a strong relationship with God and...
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Marjorie Reed
March 30, 2013
Marjorie Reed, 82, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2013 in Goshen. Born Sept. 1, 1930, in Bartlett, KS, Marjorie worked at Grabill Cabinets Corp for 17 years, retiring in 1979. She was a member of the Leo United Methodist Church and The Eastern Star. She loved her family and enjoyed fishing. Surviving are her sons; Jerry (Becky) Reed of Coldwater, MI, Tom (Vicki) Reed of Goshen, and Gene ...
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Dolores M. Finkhouse
March 28, 2013
Dolores M. Finkhouse, 83, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, she was a member of American Legion Post 47 Ladies Auxillary and a former member of the Alpha Beta Chi Sorority. The center of her life was her beloved family who knew her not only as a mother but a wonderful cook too. After her family was raised, she came to...
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Taya Burnsworth
April 26, 1948 - March 27, 2013
Taya Burnsworth, 64, was called to Heaven Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, she worked as a bartender. She was a member of New Haven VFW, American Legion and Navy Club. She loved to dance, going to the lake and visiting with friends. She enjoyed IU basketball and NASCAR. Surviving are her daughter, Tracy (John) Lahr of Churubusco; son, Troy ...
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Rita J. Byrd
March 25, 2013
Rita J. Byrd, 85, our loving mother went to be with her Lord on Monday, March 25, 2013 at Provena Sacred Heart Home in Avilla. Born in Fort Wayne, Rita graduated from Central Catholic. She worked at Lincoln Life for several years. Rita's love for others was outwardly expressed by her generosity and willingness to help others. Her faith in the Lord was abundant and her love for her family...
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Jo Ellen Pepple
March 22, 2013
Jo Ellen Pepple , 56, passed away Friday, March 22, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Jo Ellen worked as a Administrative Assistant with Fort Wayne Women's Bureau. She loved her family, cooking, fishing, and enjoyed the lake. Surviving are her husband, Terry Pepple, son, Eric (Lynn) Pepple, daughter, Sarah (Adam) Sutton, grandson Evan, all of Fort...
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Carl Dean Ramer
March 22, 2013
Carl Dean Ramer passed into eternal life March 22, 2013 at Parkview North Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He fought his cancer for 6 years with strength, dignity, spirit and a will to live. Retired from USF Holland 2010. He loved driving and was proud to be a Teamster. He had such a great love for life. Family and friends meant everything to him. He was a devoted husband, loving dad,...
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Phyllis J. Monesmith
March 18, 2013
Phyllis J. Monesmith, 76, passed away Monday, March 18, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born in LaGrange County, IN, Phyllis worked with Dana Corporation in Churubusco for 29 years, retiring in 1997. Her family, grandchildren and great grandchildren were her number one priority. She loved antique collecting and old-time county music. Surviving are her husband, George Monesmith of...
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Dennis F. Reith
March 18, 2013
Dennis F. Reith, 73, passed away Monday, March 18, 2013 at Northside Hospital in St. Petersburg, FL. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Dennis worked as a Senior Electrical Engineer with Indiana Michigan Power for 33 years, retiring in 1995. Dennis had a passion for fishing and spending time at Lake Gage. Surviving are his daughter, Cynthia A. (David) McGlennen of Evans City, PA, daughter, Kim M. Reith of...
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Joan K. (Cole) (Fernandez) Henschen
March 17, 2013
Joan K. (Cole) (Fernandez) Henschen , 70, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2013 at home in Fort Wayne. Born in Gary, IN, Joan graduated from Lew Wallace High School Class of 1960. She married Jay Henschen in January 2001 and move to Fort Wayne from Green Bay WI. Joan attended Lifebridge Church and enjoyed going for walks, watching birds, traveling and deeply loved her grandchildren. Surviving are...
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James Hilmert
March 25, 1936 - March 15, 2013
James "Jim" Hilmert, 76, passed away peacefully Friday, March 15, 2013 at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Kalamazoo, MI, Jim worked at Magnavox for 35 years, retiring in 1993 as Vice President of Marine Systems. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, IEEE and multiple Magnavox organizations. In his youth Jim was very athletic, competing in varsity football, basketball and...
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Steven (Steve) Zimmerman
March 14, 2013
Steven "Steve" Zimmerman, 59, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2013 at his home. Born in Kendallville, Steve was the owner and operator of Zimmerman Excavating for many years. His work ethic and love for his job started at a young age and continued throughout his life. He was a member of Colonial Oaks Golf Club. He enjoyed NASCAR, spending time in Phoenix, but most of all he loved being a...
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Bertha (Bertie) Manning
March 13, 2013
Bertha (Bertie) Manning 97, passed away March 13, 2013 at HPH Hospice in Dade City, FL. Born July 8, 1915 to Oscar & Celestine (Springer) Robinson in Ft. Wayne, IN. Bertie married William (Bill) Manning Jan. 11, 1930 and lived in Ft. Wayne until 1944 and moved to Sylvan Lake, Rome City, IN until they moved to Zephyrhills, FL in 1984. She was a popular waitress at The Rib Room and loved garage...
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Carol S. Johnson
March 9, 2013
Carol S. Johnson, 71, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Raised in Kewanna, IN, Carol worked as an Assembler with Magnovox for 13 years. She loved puzzles, watching wheel of fortune, and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed the social interaction that her internet and email offered her in keeping in touch with her family and friends...
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Sara J. Bachmann
March 9, 2013
Sara J. Bachmann, 50, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013. Born in Libertyville, IL, Sara was a 1984 graduate of Indiana State University and member of the Eastern Star. She loved animals and volunteered in the art classes of Leo and Cedarville Elementary Schools. Surviving are her husband, Kris Bachmann, and son, Bronson Bachmann, both of Spencerville, mother, Anna Ruth Hornback, and brother,...
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Charles V. Seyfert
March 9, 2013
Charles V. Seyfert, 70, died peacefully, surrounded by his family March 9, 2013 at St. Anne Home after a lengthy illness. A thoughtful, respectful, and loving person, he will be greatly missed by his family and all who loved him. He is survived by brothers Joseph(Sandra), Gerald, James, and John(Sandy), and by sisters Marilyn(Jack) Hasley, Sally(Albert) Lutz, and Susan, and by four nephews and...
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Melissa Fay Pate
March 8, 2013
Melissa Fay Pate , 41, passed away Friday, March 8, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Omaha, NE, Melissa worked as the Manager of Web Operations with Lincoln Financial Delaware Group for more than 10 years. She was a member of the Fort Wayne Junior League. She loved her nieces, nephews and her pets: Foxy, Tillie, and Sunny. She also enjoyed gardening, golfing,...
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Francis (Mike) M. Meehan
March 8, 2013
Francis "Mike" M. Meehan, 84, passed away Friday, March 8, 2013 at his home in Huntertown. Mike worked as a salesman selling International Harvester products for 59 years. He was a member St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church and a U.S. Army Veteran serving during the Korean War. He loved his family and friends, golfing, Notre Dame Football, and was an avid card player. Surviving are his wife...
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James (Jim) E. Gebhart
March 5, 2013
James "Jim" E. Gebhart, 58, passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at his home. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Jim graduated from North Side High School. He worked with Lincoln National Life for 21 years, the Bay County Highway Department for 4 years and was currently working with Dupont Hospital for the last 6 years. Jim was an avid dog lover and enjoyed spending time with his great nieces and nephew. ...
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Donald R. Barge
February 27, 2013
Donald R. Barge, 72, passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2013. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Don was the owner of Barge Electric Company, Inc. until retiring in 2002. He was a member of St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church and Fraternal Order of Eagles #3512. He loved gardening, fishing, hunting and boating on Lake Erie. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Georgieanna; daughters, Patty Emrich and...
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Ruth A. Jansen
February 27, 2013
Ruth A. Jansen, 84, went home to be with her Lord, Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at home in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Ruth was an R.N for 46 years retiring in 1996 She was a graduate of St. Joe Hospital School of Nursing and a member of Grace Point Church of the Nazarene. Known for her love of God and great faith, she was always wanting to draw others to the Lord. Care giving and...
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Robert C. Fleming
February 26, 2013
Robert C. Fleming, 82, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at home in Churubusco. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Robert was the Vice President of Brudi Stone and Gravel for 34 years, retiring in 1992. He was a member of American Legion Post 82. son, Brian (Tonia) Fleming of Fort Wayne, IN; daughter, Lori A. Goepfrich (William Wheeler and his children Joshua and Samuel) of Churubusco, IN;...
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Gary Greulach
February 22, 2013
Gary Greulach , 62, passed away Friday, February 22, 2013 at St Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Gary worked as a Group Leader with General Electric for 37 years. He was a member of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, American Legion Post 47, The Navy Club and G. E. Quarter Century Club. A loving husband, father, grand father, a dad to many and loyal friend who was...
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Michael (Mickey) P. Grinager
February 22, 2013
Michael P "Mickey" Grinager, 27, passed away Friday, February 22, 2013 in Auburn. Born 9/12/1985 in Lansing, MI, Mickey married Emily Folk on 10/22/2011. He was employed at Pyromation Mfg. He attended Grabill Missionary Church and graduated from Leo High School Class of 2004, with 10 athletic letters. He received his bachelors degree from Indiana University. Mickey was a football and...
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Mary L. Scott
February 22, 2013
Mary L. Scott, 72, passed away Friday, February 22, 2013 in Fort Wayne. Surviving are her daughters, J. Michele (Jeff) Michel and J. Marie Mitchell; grandsons Chris Scott and JT Mitchell, granddaughter Madison Mitchell, and brother, Bill Reed. She was preceded in death by her husband J. Thomas Scott, son, J. Michael Scott, parents Charles F. and Helen W. Reed, and sister, Sally Turner. ...
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Shirley R. Lawson
February 21, 2013
Shirley R. Lawson , 65, passed away Thursday, February 21, 2013 at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Born in Hyden, KY, Shirley worked as a Dietary Manager Assistant with Byron Health Center for 38 years. She was a member of Certified Dietary Managers Association. She enjoyed camping, scrap booking and gambling at the casinos. Surviving are her Spouse, Floyd D Lawson; son, Douglas...
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James (Jim) E. Trahin
February 21, 2013
.James "Jim" Trahin, 68, of New Haven, IN, passed away Thursday, February 21, 2013. Born in Fort Wayne, Jim worked at GE Corporation for 38 years, retiring in 2000. He also drove part-time for Tim Didier Meats. He was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, where he was an usher, the Quarter Century Club and IUE Local 901. He enjoyed golfing and watching IU Basketball. Surviving are...
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Lois V. Krouse
February 20, 2013
Lois V. Krouse, 87, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at Millers Merry Manor in Garrett IN. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Lois was the owner of Poor Richards Antiques in Grabill. She was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church . "She went home to be with Jesus and those loved ones that went before her". Lois loved her house in the woods, gardening and traveling all over with her husband to...
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Alexandrus Carmichael
February 15, 2013
Infant, Alexandrus A. Carmichael, 4 months, passed away Friday, February 15, 2013. Born October 5, 2012 in Fort Wayne, IN, Alexandrus is survived by his parents, Peter Carmichael and Shari Barton of Leo, IN; great-grandmother, Beverly Winsett; grandparents, Arthur and Margaret Carmichael, Marsha Hout and Rev. Roseanne Jackson; siblings, Cassie and Casey Barton, Alex, Katie, Pete Jr., and Madison...
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Kenneth Neuhouser
July 25, 1951 - February 14, 2013
Kenneth E. Neuhouser, 61, passed away Thursday, February 14, 2013. Born in Fort Wayne, Kenny was owner and operator of Neuhouser Trucking and had been receiving supervisor for Steel Dynamics. He was a U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran and member of American legion Post 409, Leo,IN. Kenny enjoyed hunting, driving, motorcycles and life. Surviving are his wife, Norma Neuhouser of Leo, son, Dustin (Jen)...
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Phyllis J. (McHenry) Hale
February 8, 2013
Phyllis J. (McHenry) Hale, 82, passed away Friday, February 8, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Surviving are her son, Gregory D. Hale of Huntertown IN; daughter, Kathleen (Kate) E. Hale of Wilmington, NC;Grandchildren, Justin A. Hale, Zachary M. Hale, Tracy R. Hale and Tonya L. Becker ; Brother, Richard McHenry of Fort Wayne, IN; great grand...
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Theodore (Bill) M. McComb
February 7, 2013
Theodore "Bill" M. McComb , 88, passed away February 7, 2013. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Rd.
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Donald Marvin Aikman
February 4, 2013
Donald Marvin Aikman, 72, passed away Monday, February 4, 2013. Born in Hammond, IN, Donald worked as an Attorney and Bankruptcy Trustee for many years. He was a member of North Christian Church. Donald graduated from Hammond HS class of 1959, Indiana Universtiy B.M.A in 1963, and J.D.class of 1966. He enjoyed extensive traveling, reading, photography, boating at the lake, and spending time...
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Charles (Neal) Bordner
February 3, 2013
Charles"Neal" Bordner, 77, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2013 at his home. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Neal was the owner of Bordner Automotive for 37 years, retiring in 2000. He was a Past President of Automotive Maintenance Association Fort Wayne Chapter, Baer Field Raceway Hall of Fame Member, and a member of Rock n Roll Rods Car Club. He loved racing, golf, cars, music, and airplanes. ...
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Randy J. Smith
February 1, 2013
Randy J Smith , 52, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2013 at his home in Fort Wayne. Surviving are his parents, James J and Reva Mae Smith, girlfriend, Trish Crim, daughter, Teri Lynn (Kenny Oliver) Smith, daughter, Bryte Cleveland, son, Randy Smith Jr., daughter, Erin (Andy) Tuttle, son, Matt Crim, son, Nick (Chelsea) Crim, son, Brandon Crim, grandchildren, Karalynn May, Kyra, Lexy, and...
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Patricia J. Perrine
February 1, 2013
Patricia J. Perrine, 84, passed away Friday, February 1, 2013. She is survived by her son, Al Perrine; daughter, Carolyn "Kerri" Cartwright; grandchildren, Kelly and Brian Ybarra; and great-grandchildren, Gage, Eric, Lauren, Sydney and Spencer. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, Alan Sr; parents, John Sr and Palma Vorndran; sisters, Hazel Myers and Phyllis Gabel and brothers, Jim and...
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Violet (Klopfenstein) Kwaczala
January 31, 2013
Violet (Klopfenstein) Kwaczala, 83, passed away January 31, 2013. She is survived by her sister, Regina Jacobs of Ft. Wayne; nephews, Ray Raynor of Auburn, IN, James Raynor of Cutler, IN, Wesley Raynor of Mexico, ME and Kevin Raynor of West Milton, OH; and nieces, Sharon Hartman of Ft. Wayne and Lois Horn of Grabill. Violet was preceded in death by her husband, Charles; parents, Howard and Anna...
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John J. Glasgow
January 30, 2013
John J. Glasgow, 87, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at Ashton Creek in Fort Wayne with his family at his side. Born in Portland, IN, John served in the Army during WWII and in the Air Force Reserve. He was a plant manager at Heckman Bindery, former owner of Royal Typewriter Co. and a graphic artist. He was a member of the Grand Lodge No. 87, F & AM in Portland, IN for over 50 years; past...
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Barbara L. Allen
January 29, 2013
In Loving Memory, Barbara L. Allen, 78, passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born in Hagerstown, IN, Barbara worked as a Manager with Sunshine Laundry for 20 years. She enjoyed reading, bingo, country music, and was an avid fan of IU Basketball and Nascar. Surviving are her daughter, Cheryl (Dana) Wallace, son, Duke Allen, son, Randy (Cheryl) Allen, son,...
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Ralph Pond
January 29, 2013
Ralph Pond, 81, entered into gates of heaven Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at Parkview Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born Indianapolis, IN January 23, 1932; the third of eight children of Dale and Dorothy (Hall) Pond. He graduated from Arsenal Technical High School in Indianapolis, IN in 1950. After a tour of duty in U.S. Army, he returned and worked at Western Electric in Indianapolis...
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Michael J. Hayes
January 24, 2013
Michael J. Hayes, 65, passed away Thursday, January 24, 2013. He was a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church and served in the US Navy during the Vietnam Era. Surviving are his parents, James (Helen) Hayes of Fort Wayne,sisters, Dorothy Kinzer, Becky Eder both of Fort Wayne, brothers, Neil (Patricia) Hayes, Jim Hayes both of Fort Wayne, Billy (Ronni) Hayes of Nashville. Michael was...
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John T. Shovlin
January 20, 2013
John T. Shovlin, 86, passed away Sunday, January 20, 2013. Born in Fort Wayne, John had recently moved back after spending 1993 to November 2012 in Fairfield Glade, TN. He worked in accounting with the U.S. Post Office for 29 years. John was a member of Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church, Fairfield Glade TN, Crossville Carving Club, Crossville, TN and was a WWII U.S. Army Veteran. He was an...
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Jean Ralph Smith
January 19, 2013
Jean Ralph Smith, 96, passed away Saturday, January 19, 2013. He was a Locomotive Engineer with Pennsylvania Railroad for 37 years, retiring in 1977. Surviving are his daughter, Silvia Jo Thorn of Fort Wayne, son, Andrew J. (Gwen) Smith of Clearwater, FL, sister, Maryellen Thorton of Brookston, grandsons, Kenneth and Kevin Thorn, Bowie, MD. Jean was preceded in death by parents, Ralph and Amy...
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Jane Greene Miller
January 18, 2013
Jane Greene Miller, 83, passed away Friday, January 18, 2013 at The Cedar's in Leo, IN. Born in Owensboro, KY, Jane worked as a Medical Records Librarian with Owensboro-Daviess County Hospital and the University of Louisville Pathology Department. She attended Brescia College and Michigan State University and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Bluffton. She will be remembered as a...
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Robert (Gene) Brown
January 17, 2013
Robert "Gene" Brown, 81, passed away Thursday, January 17, 2013. Born in Battle Creek, MI, Gene was a plumber with General Electric for 28 years, retiring in 1992. He was a member of American Legion Post 409 and a Korean War Air Force Veteran. Surviving are his daughters, Robin (Greg) Carter of Albion, and Jeanne (Steve) Stoiche of Fort Wayne; 6 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and 2 great...
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Katherine M. Ferko
January 14, 2013
Katherine M. Ferko, 94, Ft. Wayne, passed away Monday, January 14, 2013. Born in Racine, WI, Katherine is survived by her daughter, Carol (Joseph) Barnett of Ft. Wayne, IN; grandchildren, Kevin (Elsa), Bradley (Jessica) and Christina Barnett; 4 great-grandchildren; and one great great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edmund and three sisters. Private services were held...
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Deborah A. Nichols
January 13, 2013
Deborah A. Nichols, 56, passed away Sunday, January 13, 2013. Born September 29, 1956 in Ft. Wayne, Deb worked for Toys-R-Us for 15 years. "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future Jeremiah 29:11." She was a member of First Assembly of God and enjoyed spending time with her family, scrapbooking and...
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Charlotte A. Boggess
January 13, 2013
Charlotte J. Boggess, 92, passed away Sunday, January 13, 2013. Surviving are her sons, Edward M. (Anne) Boggess of Georgetown, TX and Richard (Julie) Boggess of Fort Wayne, IN; daughter, Judith L. (Bill) Garwood of Leo, IN and Nanette R. (Bob) Schmidt of Lake Tippecanoe, IN; Brother, Charles D. Burns of Louisville, KY. 12 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. She was preceded in...
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Albert L. Doherty
January 12, 2013
Albert L. Doherty, 92, passed away Saturday, January 12, 2013. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Marie: daughters, Karen (Gary) Parke of Garrett, IN and Linda (Tim) Travis of Oshkosh WI; son, Robert (Sherry) Doherty of Syracuse, IN; daughter, Pamela (David) DeKoninck of Auburn, IN; 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Brian Doherty in...
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Thomas J. Galligan, Jr.
January 9, 2013
Thomas J. Galligan Jr., 79, passed away Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at The Towne House Retirement Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Chicago, IL, he graduated from the University of Notre Dame and received his law degree from De Paul University. He was the owner of Galligan and Associates. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Notre Dame Alumni Club of Ft Wayne; Charter Board...
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James E. Bennett
January 8, 2013
James E. Bennett, 66, passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at his residence. Born in Syracuse, NY, James worked as an Electrical Engineer with Raytheon for 33 years. He also was an Air Force Veteran serving in the Vietnam War. Surviving are his daughter, Kimberly (Leon) Edwards of Kokomo; son, Jeff (Miriam) Bennett of Huntertown; 5 grandchildren; 2 brothers and 5 sisters. James was preceded in...
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Miguel G. Cardenas
January 6, 2013
Miguel G Cardenas, 57, passed away January 6, 2013. Born in Colima, Mexico, Miguel worked in assembly and in Housekeeping with General Motors for 36 years, retiring in 2008. He was a member of UAW 2209. Miguel loved spending time with his family. He also enjoyed weight lifting, running, dancing, and reading novels. Service is 2:00 pm, Saturday January 12 at D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley...
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Larry J. Moser
January 6, 2013
Larry J. Moser, 77, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Larry was a Korean War Navy Veteran. He worked as a cost analyst with Navistar for many years, retiring in 1997. He was a member of St. Mary of the Angels, and past members of Our Lady of Good Hope and St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Churches. Larry enjoyed playing cards, fishing...
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David L. Stump
January 6, 2013
David L. Stump, 82, of Fort Wayne, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2013. Born in Roanoke, IN, David served in the Army during the Korean War. He worked at Tokheim for 37 years, retiring in 1992 and was a member of St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church. Surviving are his wife, Mary; son, Anthony "Tony" (Delaine) of Fort Wayne; daughters, Joann (Mark) Holly of Cincinnati, OH and Amy (Les) Williams of...
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Colleen E. Keenan
January 5, 2013
Colleen E. Keenan, 72, passed away January 5, 2013. Colleen never met a stranger, she loved deeply and will be a hard act to follow. Surviving are her two beautiful daughters, Jamie-Jo Perry, Leigh Ilse, and her step-daughter, Ann Cox; three extraordinary grandchildren, Garreth & Gillian Gibson & Holden Walker; sisters, Patricia Heinz Margaret Clough. Colleen was preceded in death by...
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Robert F. Strupp
January 4, 2013
Robert F. Strupp , 83, passed away Friday, January 4, 2013. Robert worked as a Communications Installer with General Telephone for 22 years, retiring in 1991. Surviving are his son, John (Melinda) Strupp of Columbia City, IN grandchildren, Joshua Eby Sonya Eby, James Eby, Jarrod Eby and a great-granddaughter, Cassey Woods . Robert was preceded in death by father, Carl F. Strupp, mother, Lavon...
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Esther L. Steinman
January 3, 2013
Esther L. Steinman, 95, of Fort Wayne, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2013. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon (Max) Goldwood of Columbia City, IN; son, Don (Karen) Stevens of Fort Wayne; sister, Shirley Burke of CO; step-sons, Barry, Allen and Ron Steinman; 8 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and 2 great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Charles...
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Donna Jean (Webb) Dailey
November 13, 1953 - January 3, 2013
Donna Jean Dailey, 59, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, formerly of Ten Mile, Tennessee, Huber Heights, Ohio and Houston, Texas died peacefully on January 03, 2013, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born November 13, 1953 in Xenia, Ohio, to Homer and Ida Webb. She is predeceased by her Father, Homer Webb of Tipp City, Ohio, her sister Lisa Penkal of Huber Heights, Ohio and husband of 34 years,...
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John B. Palmer, Jr.
December 28, 2012
John B. Palmer, Jr., 91, left this earth Friday, December 28, 2012 to reunite with his wife Dottie just in time for a New Year's Eve dance. John served in the Army after high school and later graduated from the University of Notre Dame with law and accounting degrees. He devoted 28 years of his career life to Central Soya, from which he retired in 1982. Forever the builder, John adopted wood...
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Marshall O. Mosher
December 26, 2012
Marshall O. Mosher, 79, passed away Wednesday, December 26, 2012. Born in Columbia City, Marshall retired in 1996 as a head mechanic with the City of Fort Wayne, Parks and Recreation Department after 32 years service. He attended Union Chapel Church for 27 years and was a loving husband and father. Surviving are his wife of 54 years Edith L. Mosher, sons, Loren K. Mosher and Gale E. Mosher all of...
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George Milton Rogers
December 26, 2012
George M. Rogers , 99, passed away Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at his home. Born in Wellington, IL, he attended Illinois State University. He was a farmer in Allen County for more than 60 years. He was a member of Huntertown United Methodist Church, Huntertown Masonic Lodge 689, Scottish Rite Valley of Fort Wayne, the Mizpah Shrine, where he was the last founding member of the Mizpah Horse...
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William Clyde Birch
January 22, 1946 - December 25, 2012
The Rev. William Clyde Birch, born in Cincinnati, OH January 22, 1946, died at the Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne Indiana on Christmas morning, December 25, 2012. Bill was married to St Louisian, Susan L. Guyer, whom he had met while they were attending Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. After knowing each other during seminary, the couple had a whirlwind summer...
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James W. Yahne
December 25, 2012
James W. Yahne, 70, passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2012, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Ft. Wayne, IN, James graduated from Central Catholic HS and St. Francis College. He retired in 2010 as the Vice President and Chief Disability Underwriter with Union Central Life Insurance Co. He also worked 32 years at Lincoln Financial Group in Ft Wayne, IN. His passions in...
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John P. (Jack) (Skip) Manley
December 24, 2012
John P. "Jack" "Skip" Manley , 79, passed away Monday, December 24, 2012 at home in Fort Wayne. Born in Locust Gap, PA, John was a U S Army Korean War veteran and worked as a mechanical engineer with International Harvester/ Navistar for 38 years, retiring in 1998. He was a member of St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church and small Christian Community of St. Vincents and the UAW . He was a...
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Lawrence W. Boissenet
December 24, 2012
Lawrence W. Boissenet , 91, passed away Monday, December 24, 2012 at Parkview Noble Hospital in Kendallville, IN. Born in Spokane, WA, Lawrence worked as a Welder with Dana Corporation for 32 years. He was a WWII Navy Veteran, an avid IU sports fan and AJ Foyt race fan and, enjoyed fishing. Surviving are his wife, Betty Boissenet of Hudson, IN daughter, Tammie (Chris) Fike of Hudson, IN...
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Donna Anderson
January 21, 1928 - December 24, 2012
Donna J. Anderson passed away Christmas Eve night at Kingston at Dupont. Daughter of Frank and Una Brouwer, Donna was a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne and a graduate of South Side High School. She worked as a substitute teacher for Fort Wayne Community Schools and then as secretary to the building manager of Lincoln Tower. She loved walking, swimming, and knitting "scrubbies" to give away. ...
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Gregory W. Ranly
December 23, 2012
Gregory W. Ranly , 65, passed away Sunday, December 23, 2012 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Gregory worked as a Advanced Planning Coordinator with Dana for 38 years. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School and Purdue University, a U S Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, and a member of the American Legion and Fraternal Order of Eagles. Surviving...
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Sharon Ries
December 22, 2012
Sharon Ries, 73, passed away Saturday, December 22, 2012 at her home in Columbia City. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Sharon worked with Magnavox and Alcola for many years before retiring. Sharon loved working. She enjoyed yard work, traveling, camping, and spending time with her family. She loved her family and cherished all her grandchildren. Surviving are her husband, Russell "Jerry" Ries of...
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Lillian (Jean) Ericson
November 29, 1917 - December 22, 2012
Lillian "Jean" Ericson, 95, passed away Saturday, December 22, 2012 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Wellington, IL, Jean enjoyed playing and giving piano lessons. She was a member of D.A.R. Surviving are her son, Howard Ericson, daughter, Karen Ericson both of Fort Wayne, 5 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, and brother, George Rogers of Huntertown. Jean was...
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Norma Tatum
May 9, 1932 - December 21, 2012
Norma J. Tatum, 80, passed away Friday, December 21, 2012 her home in Columbia, KY. Born in Hoagland, IN, Norma worked at Eagle Pitcher for 20 years before retiring from Meijer as a greeter for 17 years in 2010. She was a member of Community Baptist Church and the American Legion Post 499. Norma loved fishing, camping, baking and playing bingo. Surviving are her son, Arnold (Michele) Hakey,...
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