Our Obituaries
Roland D. Dye
May 23, 2013
Roland D. Dye, 82, passed away May 23, 2013. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Rd.
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Kenneth (Ken) W. Bollman
May 22, 2013
Kenneth "Ken" W. Bollman, 80, passed away May 22, 2013. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Rd.
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James H. Belot
May 22, 2013
James H. Belot, 86, passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, James worked as a Fire Fighter with City of Fort Wayne retiring in 1978. He was a Navy Veteran serving in WWII, and a member of St. Henry's Catholic Church. James was avid card player especially with his family on Sunday afternoons. He enjoyed reading, golfing, fishing, and hunting....
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Suzanne (Cool) M. Hauschild
May 22, 2013
Suzanne "Cool" M. Hauschild, 74, passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Dupont Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Suzanne worked as a Clerk with Phelps Dodge for more than 23 years. She was a member of Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church for more than 20 years. Suzanne was a huge fan of IU basketball and enjoyed the outdoors. She also liked playing cards with her "card club." She had a...
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Richard (Rick) G. Olson
May 22, 2013
Richard G. Olson, 54, passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at home in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Rick worked as a salesman and retired from Kimball Midwest. He was a graduate of Elmhurst High School class of 1977 and a member of the Webster Lake Muskie Club. Rick enjoyed playing Santa for many years, was an avid Notre Dame and NASCAR fan and his greatest passion was fishing....
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John S. Grogan, Jr.
May 22, 2013
John S. Grogan Jr., 75, passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2013. A long time resident of Fort Wayne, his heritage is traced back to the early 1700's in Virginia. His interests included hunting, fishing, and competitive shooting and was a lifetime member of the N.R.A. Surviving are his wife, Lydia V. Grogan of Fort Wayne; sister, E. Jeanne Grogan-Batten of Williamston, NC; brother, Richard (Karen...
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Gilbert M. Strader
May 21, 2013
Gilbert M. Strader, 2, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, he loved to play basketball. Surviving are his parents, Cole Strader and Emily Underwood of Fort Wayne; grandfather, Michael Strader of Tampa, FL; grandmother, Elaine (Phil) Smock of Columbia City; uncle, Chase Strader of Tallahassee, FL; aunts, Shawn (Greg) Towle of Austin, TX and...
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Joseph N. Spoltman
May 21, 2013
Joseph N. Spoltman , 85, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Born in Fort Wayne, he retired from his position as a Clerk with International Harvester in 1980 after 35 years of service. He was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church. Surviving are ten nieces and nephews and numerous great nieces and great nephews . Joseph was preceded in death by parents, John and Julia (Christian) Spoltman,...
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Shirley (Tiny) Ann Christie
May 21, 2013
Shirley "Tiny" Ann Christie, 68, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at her lake home in Angola. Born in Ft Wayne, IN, Shirley was a bus driver for Ft. Wayne Community Schools for 10 yrs and worked at Stuart Bremmner and Momper Insulation. She attended Resurrection Lutheran Church. Tiny's life would seem short to many, but those who were touched by her understand that the...
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Calvin D. Springer
May 21, 2013
Calvin D. Springer , 78, an avid gardner, passed away May 21, 2013. Surviving are his son, Jay K. (Kirsten) Springer, daughter, Donna J. Cooper, daughter, Kathy S. (David) Dickerhoff, daughter, Connie J. Klotz, daughter, Angela K. (Steve) Moeller, fifteen grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, brother, Donald G. Springer, sister, Carol (Karl) Holle, sister, Marlene Louden. He was...
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Nannie Fern Johnson
May 20, 2013
Nannie Fern Johnson, 84, went to her heavenly home on Monday, May 20, 2013. Born in Decatur, IN, Fern graduated from South Side High School in 1947, and worked in the cashier's department with Lincoln Life Insurance Company for 20 years, retiring in 1983. She was a past Bible Study Fellowship leader, past member of St. Joseph United Methodist Church, and a current member of the Angola United...
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Jane M. Kelker
May 20, 2013
Jane M. Kelker, 58, entered eternal life on Monday, May 20, 2013 at home with her family by her side. Born on December 28, 1954 to Norman and Sharon (Hillard) Disler who survive. Jane graduated from North Side in 1973. On February 1, 1975, she married Patrick Kelker who survives. In 2002, Jane accepted and embraced her cross of (CLL). She united her suffering to Christ and offered it up in union...
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Georgianna Jones Judkins
May 19, 2013
Georgianna Jones Judkins, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2013. Born in Fort Wayne, Georgianna was a music teacher of 33 years and directed several accordion bands including "The Jones Accordion Band". She served as musician and entertainer for several organizations including chapters of the Eastern Star, Daughters of the Nile, Job's Daughters, Veterans and church activities. Georgianna married J....
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Ruth I. Lemmon
May 18, 2013
Ruth I. Lemmon, 85, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2013 . Born in Evansville, IN, Ruth began her work history during WW II when she was sixteen by doing clerical work at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. At the end of the war, she met her future husband, James D Lemmon at a New Years Eve servicemen dance, they were married twelve days later. Ruth and James owned and operated a...
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Virginia E. (Lilly) Drozd
May 18, 2013
Virginia E. (Lilly) Drozd , 92, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2013 at St. Anne Home and Retirement Community. Born in Evansville, IN, Married Stanley P. Drozd at St Patricks Cathedral July 22, 1950. Virginia worked as an accountant with Jacobs Associates of New York City for 16 years. She was a long time member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. She enjoyed gambling, the stock market,...
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Dorothy Marie DiYanni-Williams
May 18, 2013
Dorothy Marie DiYanni-Williams, 77, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2013 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in McKees Rock, PA, Dorothy worked for International Harvester/Navistar as a Computer Engineer for 47 years. She was a member of the Harvester Camion Club, Delta Sigma Pi, and Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society. She earned her undergraduate degree from Purdue University, and attained a...
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Howard Rogers
May 18, 2013
Howard Rogers , 62, passed away May 18, 2013. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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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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Larry Harmeyer
May 16, 2013
Larry Harmeyer, 59, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2013 at the University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Larry enjoyed golfing, watching his sons play hockey, and most of all, spending time with his family. Surviving are his wife Sharyn Harmeyer; mother, Eloise Marie Harmeyer, son, Zack (Reilly) Harmeyer of Fishers, son, Lucas Harmeyer of Fort Wayne,...
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Robert C. Meckley
May 16, 2013
Robert C. Meckley, 85, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2013 in Fort Wayne. Born in Adams County, PA, Robert worked as a Drafter/Project Coordinator with Tokheim Corporation for more than 33 years, retiring in 1992. He was a life member of American Legion, Post 14 in Hanover, PA; previous scouter for Anthony Wayne Council, Boy Scouts of America for more than 30 years; Quarter Century Club Member of...
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Curtis Yoho
May 16, 2013
Curtis Yoho, 87, passed away May 16, 2013. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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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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Delina V. Walz
May 16, 2013
Delina V. Walz , 82, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2013 at The Towne House Retirement Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Hanna, Alberta, Canada, Delina worked as a Branch Office Administrator with Edward Jones Investments for 20 years, retiring in 2010. Delina also served for many years at Gospel Center Missionary Church in South Bend teaching Sunday school. She and her husband Marvin were grateful...
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Virgilio (Virgil) Pena
May 15, 2013
Virgilio "Virgil" Pena, 79, passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Virgil worked as a machine operator with ALRO Steel for 25 years, retiring in 1999. He was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, he enjoyed music, singing, and dancing. Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Concepsion Pena of Fort Wayne; daughters, Martha Sosa of Dallas, TX; Elda (Stuart)...
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Carl Bennett
May 15, 2013
Carl Bennett passed away peacefully on May 15, 2013 with his loving family by his side. Carl was 97 1/2 years old, born in Rockford, IN on December 7, 1915. He graduated from Northside High School in 1934. In 1939 he and Margaret Jane Schuster were married. Later he married Carol Popp in 1989. He was employed by International Harvester, Seyferts Foods and the Zollner Piston Company. His career...
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Betty J. Wilson
May 14, 2013
Betty J. Wilson , 84, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at Kingston Care Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Van Wert, OH, Betty worked as a Teachers Aide with Hoagland Elementary and Fairfield Elementary for 25 years, retiring in 1988. She was a graduate of Van Wert High School class of 1946 and was married on July 4th 1947. Betty was a member of Harvester Ave.Missionary Church, past president...
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Beverly J. Winsett
May 13, 2013
Beverly J. Winsett, 87, passed away Monday, May 13, 2013. Beverly had a true love for people and a special love for animals. Surviving are her daughters, Carolyn Winsett, Marsha (Ray) Hout both of Fort Wayne, granddaughter, Shari (Peter) Carmichael, 6 great grandchildren, and her pet dog Coco. Beverly was preceded in death by parents Roy and FernRuehart, husband, Derwood Winsett, sisters,...
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Sandra J. (Herndon) Malott
May 13, 2013
Sandra J. (Herndon) Malott, 74, went to be with the Lord, Monday, May 13, 2013. Born in Ambia, IN to William and Beulah Herndon. She graduated from Hoopeston High School in 1957 and eventually moved to Fort Wayne in 1958. She married James Malott in 1961 and they had 5 children. She was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church and FOE 3512 She loved her family, painting, bingo and playing cherry...
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Viola Moody
May 13, 2013
Viola Moody, 83, passed away Monday, May 13, 2013. Surviving are her children, Kathy (Kim) Riley, Debra Houck, Judi (Mike) Timmis, Jammie (Bob) Metzinger, Penny Moody, 1 brother, 2 sisters, 10 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. Viola was preceded in death by, husband, James Moody Jr., 1 brother, 2 sisters. Service is 2:00pm Wednesday May 15, 2013 at D. O. McComb and Sons Maplewood Park...
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Richard D. Clark
May 12, 2013
Richard D. Clark , 83, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2013 at Coventry Meadows in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Richard worked as a Manager with Seat Cover Charlie in South Bend and Fort Wayne, and was the owner of Clark's Trim and Upholstery. He also worked at Hall Aluminum Products, Halls Family Restaurants and a Driver for Town Airfreight He was a U S Army Korean War veteran and a member...
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Edward B. Rice
May 12, 2013
Edward B. Rice, 81, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2013 at his home in Fort Wayne, surrounded by his loving wife and family. Born in Fort Wayne, Edward was graduated from South Side High School and attended Michigan State and Indiana University. He was a US Army Korean War veteran. Edward was Executive Vice President and Chairman of Lupke Rice Associates and Past President of Rice Ford Lincoln,...
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Valerie R. Woznick
May 12, 2013
Valerie R. Woznick , 76, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2013 at her home in Fort Wayne. She was born in Harrow, county of Middlesex-UK. Valerie was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, John A. Woznick. Valerie loved the theater, playing bridge, and most of all her grandchildren and great -grandchildren. Surviving are her daughters, Jennifer (Ken) Koorsen of Fort Wayne; Judy (Garry)...
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Gloria J. Kuester
May 12, 2013
Gloria J. Kuester, 86, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2013 at Westside Garden Plaza in Indianapolis. Born in Columbia City, Gloria worked with Sperry & Hutchinson company, S&H Green Stamps for 17 years, retiring in 1983. She was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church. Surviving are her daughter, Laura C. (Keith) Lehman of Indianapolis, sister, Rebecca (Maury) Schuddinck of Kimball, NE,...
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Eldon R. Buhr
May 12, 2013
Eldon R. Buhr, 71, of Fort Wayne, went to be with the Lord on May 12, 2013 after a long battle with cancer. He graduated from New Haven High School, served in the Army National Guard, and was a lifetime member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church. Eldon retired from the Zollner Corp after 39 1/2 years in 2002. While at the Zollner Corp, he served on the Board of Directors for Freedom Financial FCU,...
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Patricia (Pat) R. Thurber
May 12, 2013
Patricia "Pat" R. Thurber, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2013. Surviving are her children, Michael (Pat) Thurber of Wanatah, James (Kham) Thurber, Laurie Howard, Nancy (Doug Schiffli) Thurber all of Fort Wayne, grandchildren; Heather, Andrew, Cory, Renee, Sean, Kyle, and great grandchildren; Carissa, Hannah, Ashton, Erick, Cayden, Levi, Jenson, Brenner and Natalia. Patricia was preceded in death...
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Lillian A. Gibson
May 10, 2013
Lillian A. Gibson, 81, passed away Friday, May 10, 2013 at her residence in New Haven with her family by her bedside. Born in Allock, KY, Lillian worked as a Dietary Cook with Indian Village Nursing Home. Previously she was employed at Magnovox for 10 years and Brighton Hall for 4 years. Surviving are her loving husband of 63 years James Gibson of New Haven; daughter, Judy C. Tucker of New...
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Susann Eicher
May 10, 2013
Susann Eicher , 36, passed away May 10, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Arrangements by D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Robert J. Barbieri
May 10, 2013
Robert J. Barbieri, 81, passed away Friday, May 10, 2013. Born in Chicago, IL, Robert graduated from Notre Dame and the University of Michigan Law School. He was the Safety Director for the City of Indianapolis. Surviving are his 7 nieces and nephews, and many grand and great grand nieces and nephews. Robert was preceded in death by parents, Joseph and Amelia Barbieri, Sr., and brother, Joseph...
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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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Richard C. Delaney
May 9, 2013
Richard C. Delaney, 90, passed away May 8, 2013. Surviving are his son, Stuart Delaney, daughter, Denise (Robert) Rainwaters; grandchildren Michele, Tara, Shannon, Nicole, Steve, Scott, Sean, Connor, Christopher, Kyle; 9 great grandchildren, & his Black Lab Companion, Jake. He was preceded in death by father Cosmos Delaney, mother, Phoebe Norton, wife, Hazel Delaney, sons, John & "Dicky"...
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Gloria A. Byerley
May 9, 2013
Gloria A. Byerley, 81, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013 at Heritage Park Health Care Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Gloria was a member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Happy Hens, the Red Hat Society, and the Allen County Home Ec. Club. She was a beautiful artist, seamstress, and loved to travel. Surviving are her son, Jeffrey (Mary) Byerley; daughter, Jeanette (Bob) Zollinger; ...
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Eduardo Carlos Martinez
May 8, 2013
Eduardo Carlos Martinez, infant son of Melissa and Eduardo Martinez, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2013 in Temasclcingo, Mexico. Surviving are his; sisters, Mariana Serrano, Alondra Serrano, Chelsea Martinez, grandparents, Lisa and Dennis Meyer, grandfather, Howard Higginbotham, great grandmother, Elaine Lehrman, aunt, Elizabeth (Matt) Wolber, aunt, Amy (Bradon) Lengerich. Eduardo was preceded in...
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Paul T. Stuckey
May 7, 2013
Paul T. Stuckey , 95, passed away May 7, 2013. Surviving are his sons, Barry (Beckie) Stuckey and James (Cindy) Stuckey; daughters, Christine (Mark) George and Josephine (Gerd) Moser; 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; sisters, Ruth Kundert and Marie (Russell) Reuter, brother-in-law, Arnold Kehrli, and sister-in-law, Martha Stuckey. Paul was preceded in death by parents...
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Dennis D. Fett
May 7, 2013
Dennis D. Fett , 58, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2013 in Fort Wayne. Dennis loved his family and his dogs. Surviving are his wife, Gayla Fett, daughters, Jenifer Fett, Heather Heinkel, and Stacey Fett, grandchildren, Moesha, Darrell Jr., and Darius, sisters, Donna Jean Chester and Barbara Jane Pulver, and several nieces and nephews . Dennis was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Melda...
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Ruth M. Fletcher
May 7, 2013
Ruth M. Fletcher, 95, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at home in Fort Wayne. Ruth was born in Iowa Falls, IA, surviving are her son, Robert H. (Kim) Fletcher of Branson, MO; grandsons, Zach and Josh . Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Robert Fletcher who died 1989 and 8 brothers and sisters. Private Graveside Service to be held at a later date.Memorials may be made to: The National...
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Salustia C. Castillo
May 7, 2013
Salustia C. Castillo, 77, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at Lutheran Hospital. Born in Tuxpan, Mexico, Salustia was a Pastor's Wife, and Pastor herself for many years. She was also a nurse and midwife for many years. She was a member of Templo Aposento Alto. She enjoyed cooking, and spending time with her family. Surviving are her children: Samuel (Consuelo) Castillo, Israel (Josefina)...
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Terry Sue (Krystl) Pugh Cunningham
May 7, 2013
Terry Sue "Krystl" Pugh Cunningham, 54, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2013. Born in Huntington, she enjoyed animals and gardening and was a beautiful person. Surviving are her husband, Robert Allen Cunningham of Fort Wayne, mother, Shirley (James Gauss) Watson of Marion, brothers, Greg Pugh, and Larry Pugh, step-sister, Shawn Watson Haggert, step-brothers, Ryan Watson, and Scott Watson. Service is...
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Jerry D. Roberts
May 6, 2013
Jerry D. Roberts, 70, passed away Monday, May 6, 2013 at Aiken Regional Medical Center in Aiken, SC. He was born in Detroit, MI and was a US Navy Veteran. Jerry was retired from Bechtel Power Corporation after a 26 year career in start-up engineering and project management . His work took him to Indiana, Michigan, Maryland, Mississippi, Kansas, Arizona and Aiken SC where he retired near his...
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Virginia T. (Colone) Keefer
May 6, 2013
Virginia T. (Colone) Keefer , 88, passed away Monday, May 6, 2013 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Ft. Wayne she was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Virginia was the last of the original Colone family and her family always came first. In her spare time she enjoyed reading and playing Bingo. Surviving are her husband of 67 years, J. Edward Keefer, son, Steven (Mary) Keefer,...
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Sarah M. (Guy) Schenkel
June 22, 1982 - May 6, 2013
Sarah M.(Guy)Schenkel, 30, passed away Monday, May 6, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Terre Haute, Sarah was a Homemaker. Surviving are her husband, Adam Schenkel of Fort Wayne, parents, Dick and Mary Ann Guy, brother, John Guy and sister, Megan (Patrick) Maholm, all of Bloomington. Sarah was preceded in death by grandparents, William and Mary K. Paton, Clyde and...
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Mary Herman
May 6, 2013
Mary Ann Herman, 82, passed away Monday, May 6, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Mary was born on February 22, 1931 in Aurora, IL to the late Giles A and Mildred P. (Fisher) Prendergast. She married Gervase "Gus" Herman in Fort Wayne on June 26, 1954, he preceded her in death on June 16, 1992. Mary was in the first graduating class of the St. Joseph Hospital Radiology Program in 1953....
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Jeffrey (Jeff) Robert Bultemeier
May 5, 2013
Jeffrey "Jeff' Robert Bultemeier, 58, passed away on May 5, 2013. Survivors include his sister Judi Thompson of Winnetka, CA, sister Cindy Macolini and her husband Mike of Baton Rouge, LA. Jeff also leaves behind two very special friends ... Greg Geary and Fawn Stabler. He was preceded in death by his parents Robert Martin Bultemeier and Susanna (Crumrine) Bultemeier. Jeff was an avid Cubs fan...
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Thomas R. Heiny
May 5, 2013
Thomas R. Heiny , 86, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2013 at home. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, He was a U S Army Air Corp WW II veteran, a B 17 flight engineer assigned to Project Ruby. A memeber of the Anthony Wayne Rotary Club. One of three founders of Roth, Wehrley and Heiny Residential Real Estate Firm, Past President of Fort Wayne Board of Realtors, Past Vice President of the Indiana...
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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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Bonnie Hanlon
May 5, 2013
Bonnie Hanlon , 83, passed away May 5, 2013 at . Arrangements by D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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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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Vance E Fortney
May 4, 2013
Vance E. Fortney, 75, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2013 in Fort Wayne. Survivors include his wife, Sue Fortney of Fort Wayne; daughter, Rachel (Scott) Hughes of Anderson, IN; step-daughter, Jodie (Earl) Miller of Hilliard, OH; step-sons, Scott (Cressie) Golden of IA and Toby Golden of Fort Wayne; brothers, Esten Fortney of Convoy, OH and Arlo Fortney of Dixon, OH; sister-in-law, Mary Fortney of...
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Lulu G. Byer
May 4, 2013
Lulu G. Byer , 100, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2013. Survivors include sons, Keith M. (Doris) Byer and Edwin V. (Karen) Byer both of Fort Wayne. 6 Grandchildren, 9 Great-Grandchildren, brother-in-law, Gerald Pierstorff of Leesburg, FL; sister-in-law, Doris Strayer of Kendallville. She was preceded in death by her husband David V.Byer, son-David L. Byer, parents Harvey Edwin and Mary...
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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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Lulu Byer
May 4, 2013
Lulu Byer , 100, passed away May 4, 2013. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Susan Holler
May 2, 2013
Susan C. Holler , 56, passed away May 2, 2013 at Visiting Nurse Hospice Home. Arrangements by D.O. McComb and Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Rd.
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Ruth Ann Gernhardt
May 2, 2013
Ruth Ann Gernhardt, 79, went to be with her Heavenly Father Thursday, May 2, 2013. Born in Painesdale, MI, Ruth was a loving and faithful pastor's wife and devoted mother who loved teaching the Gospel to others. Surviving are her husband of 59 years Allan Gernhardt of Fort Wayne, children, Lisa (John) Blake of Ruidoso, NM, Mark (Diana) Gernhardt of Carrollton, TX, Phyllis Gernhardt of Fort Wayne,...
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Patricia L. Ford
May 2, 2013
Patricia L. Ford , 42, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2013 in Fort Wayne. Surviving are her husband, Rob J. Ford; father, George Burke; mother, Ruth Maseur; son, Stan Paquette; son, Justin Ford; daughter, Jennifer Paquette & several brothers and sisters . Service is 7:00 pm, Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at D.O. McComb and Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, 6301 Fairfield Avenue with calling 1hr prior....
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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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Sharon L. Gage
May 2, 2013
Sharon L. Gage, 73, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2013. Born in Fort Wayne, Sharon was previously employed at Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran School for 9 years. She was a member of the St John Lutheran Church Lake Township, and the Dekalb County Extension Homemakers Association. Surviving are her mother, Deloris Brewster of Auburn, IN; son, Andrew (Michelle) Gage of Muncie, IN; son, Trent Groves...
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Luke Evan Myers
May 1, 2013
Luke Evan Myers , passed away May 1, 2013. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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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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Eileen I. Stroup
May 1, 2013
Eileen I. Stroup, 90, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Surviving are her son; Walt (Judy) Stroup, granddaughter, Kim (Barry) Metzger, great grandchildren; Josh Weible (Emily Parker) and Megan Metzger (Dustin Ewell) , great great grandchildren; Gavin, Corbin, Brinlee and Braden Weible, Dawson and Jennifer Ewell, nieces and nephews. Eileen was preceded in death her husband, Donald F. Stroup,...
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Mabel J. Bushong
May 1, 2013
Mabel J. Bushong, 87, passed away May 1, 2013. She loved her family and cherished her grandchildren. Surviving are her husband, Francis Lee Bushong, children, Jackie (Glenn) Barlett, daughter, Vicki (Brian)Miller Culp, grandchildren; Brianne, Brittney, and Lindsey, brothers, Ted Reinhart, Max Reinhart, sister, Alice Bittner. Mabel was preceded in death by parents Samuel and Lisetta...
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Stacey L. Bauer
April 30, 2013
Stacey L. Bauer, 45, passed away April 30, 2013 at Visiting Nurse Hospice Home. Arrangements by D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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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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Stanton W. Hebbeler
April 30, 2013
Stanton W. Hebbeler , 63, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at home with his loving family after a courageous battle with melanoma. Born in Evansville, IN, and a graduate of the University of Evansville. Stanton worked as a Regional Sales Manager with American Standard for 30 years, retiring in 2011. He was a member of Risen Savior Lutheran Church, and was a "Big Brother" for Big Brothers...
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James (Jim) Zimmerman
April 29, 2013
James "Jim" Zimmerman, 68, passed away Monday, April 29, 2013. Surviving are his wife, Janice Zimmerman, sister, Chris (Jon) Smith, daughter, Cheryl (Charlie) Hively; son, Brad (Kelly) Zimmerman; step-son, Robert G. (Velvie) Savage; step-daughter, Thelma (Lon) Knowles; step-daughter, Susan (Mike) Sparks; 12 grandchildren, and 15 great grandchildren. Jim was preceded in death by his parents...
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James M. Hughes
April 29, 2013
James M. Hughes , 82, passed away April 29, 2013. Surviving are his daughters, Pamela Sue Renner, Theresa Perrey and Marquitta Hughes all of Fort Wayne, brother, Dyle Hughes of Fort Wayne, sister Mary Barron of CA, eleven grandchildren, twenty nine great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren and his dog, Bengi. James was preceded in death by, son, Tony Hughes, granddaughter, Pamela Sue...
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Lois Sara (Vogel) Safran
April 28, 2013
Lois Sara (Vogel) Safran, 80, completed her sacred journey in life on April 28th , 2013, and has become a name that now lives in God's book of blessing. She was an eishet hayil (woman of valor) whose "worth is beyond rubies...." She was a caring witness to her faith, people, nation and many friends. Born in New York City (Oct. 13, 1932), Lois' family moved to Laurelton, Long Island where she...
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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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Elizabeth Ann (Liz) Gentile
April 28, 2013
Elizabeth Ann "Liz" Gentile, 92, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2013. Elizabeth had a long and distinguished career at General Electric on Winter Street. Surviving are her husband, Sabatino Gentile, brother, James Raucci, sister, Mary D'Angelo, sister in law, Dorothy Raucci, nieces; Joanne Lake, Mary Theresa Newman, Elena Fry, Susan Sullivan, Patricia Stayton, nephews; Michael Brita, Joseph Brita...
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Rudolpho (Rudy) M. Guerrero
April 28, 2013
Rudolpho "Rudy" M. Guerrero, 89, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2013. Surviving are his daughter, Maria (Donald) Slater of Fort Wayne, grandchildren, Heather Guerrero, Adam Slater, great granddaughter, Rubi Guerrero, sisters, Carol Raquel, Lourdes (Blas) Rodriguez both of Fort Wayne. Rudy was preceded in death by parents, Amado and Sophia Guerrero, son, Joseph Guerrero who was killed in action in...
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Owen C. (Rob) Wemhoff
April 27, 2013
Owen C. "Rob" Wemhoff, 85, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2013 at Allisonville Meadows in Fishers. Born in Decatur, IN, Owen was a US Army Veteran of WWII. He worked as a Executive Director with Child Care of Allen County for 23 years, retiring in 1992. He was a member of South Milford Church of Christ, American Legion Post #215, Downtown Sertoma Club Past President, Board Member of Community...
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Betty June Ream
April 27, 2013
Betty June Ream , 88, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2013. She enjoyed sewing and reading. Surviving are her daughters, Sue Benge and Belinda Turille and son, Kirk Davis all of Fort Wayne, grandchldren, Laurie Holcombe, Missie Frain, Sara Meyer, Dawn Goodwin, Micki Davis and Blaine Kyle Davis and nine great grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by son, Blaine Kent Davis, brothers, Paul...
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Mildred (Millie) Hinderer
April 27, 2013
Mildred "Millie" Hinderer, 86, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2013 at Visiting Nurse in Fort Wayne. Born in Evansville, IN, Millie worked for General Motors for 13 years, retiring in 1976. Millie ran a Bingo Hall for 20 years. She had a fun loving personality and that led her to becoming a Professional Clown. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend and she will be...
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Betty M. Simonis
April 27, 2013
Betty M. Simonis, 87, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2013. Born in Fort Wayne, Betty worked in linen service with St. Joseph Medical Center for 15 years. She was a member of St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church. Surviving are her sons, Keith Simonis of Chesapeake, VA, Michael Simonis of Fort Wayne, and Timothy (Lynn) Simonis of Churubusco, daughter, Lisa (Herschel) Tatum of Fort Wayne, 7...
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Anna Verdella Stone
April 27, 2013
Anna Verdella Stone, 71, passed away April 27, 2013. Surviving are her loving husband of 51 years, George Stone; sons, Alan Stone & Tim E (Alicia) Stone; daughters, Rose Ann (Ted) Bair; Kristy (Greg) Marchal; sisters, Margie Johnson, Ruth McCombs; Alice (John) Stone; 12 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl & Edna Ramsey, sister, Elsie Shady,...
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Maxine L. Bulmahn
April 27, 2013
Maxine L. Bulmahn , 81, passed away Friday, April 26, 2013. Surviving are her children, Debra (David) Wyss, Sharon (Skip) Jennings, Karen Herring, Ronald (Debra) Bulmahn, Donald (Cristine) Bulmahn, James (Kelly) Bulmahn and Linda (John) Comstock, eleven grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. Maxine was preceded in death by husband, Herb Bulmahn, one grandchild, two great grandchildren.
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James (Jimbo) Conner
April 26, 2013
James M. "Jimbo" Conner , 43, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2013 at his home in New Haven. Born in Ft. Wayne, IN, James was a 1988 graduate of New Haven HS. He worked curb construction with Brooks Construction for over 10 years. Jimbo lived for the day and was truly a free spirit and never knew a stranger. He was a gentle giant and had a big heart and loved to spend time with his friends...
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Patricia Pepe
April 26, 2013
Patricia Pepe, 73, passed away Friday, April 26, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. She was born in Payne, OH, on July 26, 1939 to the late Elvin and M. Edith Foust. She was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in New Haven for many years and was involved at the Turnstone Center. A devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother was Patricia. She cherished the time she spent with...
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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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Margaret A. Schwyn
April 25, 2013
Margaret A. Schwyn, 90, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2013 at Golden Years Homestead in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Margaret worked as a secretary with Lincoln Life Insurance, then Tokheim, and with the City of Fort Wayne Street Engineering Department. She was a member of St. Albans Episcopal Church. Surviving are her son, Thomas (Susan) Schwyn of Bluffton, IN; son, Mark (Julia)...
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Terry Lynn Robertson
April 25, 2013
Terry Lynn Robertson, 55, passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2013. Born in Ashland, KY, Terry worked at GM for 36 years. He was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, friend, teacher and protector. Terry was a hard worker that enjoyed cooking, traveling and loved spending time with his family. Surviving are his wife, Anna Robertson of Fort Wayne, sons, Terry Lynn (Kelly) Robertson II of...
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Bayard Clark
April 23, 2013
Bayard L. Clark , 70, passed away in his sleepTuesday, April 23, 2013 at his residence in Fort Wayne. D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue is handling arrangements.
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Anneke Gianacakos-Vander Wel
April 23, 2013
Anneke Gianacakos-Vander Wel, 91, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Visiting Nurse in Fort Wayne. Born in Haarlem, The Netherlands. She was a member of Christ's Community Church, R. C. A. where she sang in the choir, and lead a widow's Bible study. While living in Michigan, she taught Sunday School for many years and volunteered at nursing homes and the Red Cross. Surviving are her son...
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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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David Buckmaster
April 23, 2013
David T. Buckmaster, 82, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at his home in Fort Wayne. Born in Portland, IN, David was a Korean War Navy Veteran. He had a long career as an Independent Insurance Salesman and Broker before retiring. David was an avid Indiana Hoosier fan, he enjoyed watching sports, playing cards, boardgames, his beloved candy bars, but most of all spending time with his family...
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Larry L. Hough
April 23, 2013
Larry L. Hough , 79, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Visiting Nurse Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Born in Rural, IN, Larry worked as a Inspector with Navistar for 34 years, retiring in 1995. He was a member of South Wayne Baptist Church, U S Air Force Korean War veteran from 1952 to 1960, American Legion Post #277, Lifetime NRA, National Muzzle Loading Rifle Associations, Lifetime...
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Mabel R. (Granny) Goings
April 22, 2013
Mabel R "Granny" Goings, 86, passed away Monday, April 22, 2013 at her home surrounded by her loving family in Fort Wayne. Born in Grover Hill, OH, Mabel was the first African American Indian that worked for I&M as a Receptionist and retired after 38 years of service. She was a member of Turner Chapel AME Church. Her heart and life was always an open door, much like the arms of the Lord. ...
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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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Mike J. Bondar
April 21, 2013
Mike J. Bondar , 66, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Coldwater , MI, Mike worked as a Facility Maintenance Supervisor with IPFW for 27 years, He was a U S Navy Vietnam War veteran and was a Purple Heart recipient. a member of American Legion Post 857 and was the President of the Poplar Neighborhood Association and was known as the ...
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