Our Obituaries
Minnie Lee Luckadoo
February 22, 2012
Minnie Lee Luckadoo, 98, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2012 in Fort Wayne. Born in Middlesboro, KY, Minnie worked in the Linen Service Department with St. Joseph Hospital for several years. She was a loving mother and grandmother that enjoyed singing and telling stories to her family. She enjoyed quilting and loved to garden and grow flowers. Surviving are her sons, Billy (Jan) Luckadoo of...
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Kenneth L. Stevenson
February 22, 2012
Kenneth L. Stevenson , passed away February 22, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Rd.
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Gurmail Singh
February 21, 2012
Gurmail Singh , 81, passed away February 21, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Rd.
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Irma N. Gingrich Rogers
February 21, 2012
Irma N. Gingrich Rogers, 96, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at The Towne House Retirement Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Grand Rapids, MI, She was a member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Ft. Lauderdale. Irma moved here from Florida 4 years ago and was very active in the Towne House activities. Surviving are her brother, Fredric "Fritz" (Ellen) Gingrich of Fort Wayne, IN; niece,...
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Leonard F. Vrabel
February 21, 2012
Leonard F. Vrabel, 88, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2012. Born in Madera, PA, Leonard retired as an electronics technician with Bell Aerospace after 30 years. He was a member of American Legion Post 47 and was a part-time driver for the American Red Cross for 5 years. An Army Air Forces WWII Veteran he served in the European Theater of Operations from 1942-1945 with the 1371st Signal Company...
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P. Richard Crandall
February 21, 2012
P. Richard Crandall , 63, passed away February 21, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Rd.
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Anita L. Loveday
February 20, 2012
Anita L. Loveday , 82, passed away Monday, February 20, 2012 at Kindred Care in Fort Wayne. Surviving are; her daughter, Diana (Ed) Demarco; brother, Samuel Baumgartner; 3 grandchildren 7 great grandchildren; and her daughter-in-law, Eva Loveday; sister-in-laws; Jessie Stevel and Joyce Lane. Anita was preceded in death by her parents; Samuel E. and Lena M. Baumgartner and her loving...
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Juanita M. Warner
February 20, 2012
Juanita M. Warner, 87, passed away Monday, February 20, 2012 at her home in Huntertown. Born in Allen County, IN, Juanita worked for Fort Wayne National Bank for 40 years, retiring in 1987. She was a member of Agape Church of the Brethren, in their choir, seniors, and women's fellowships groups, American Business Women's Association New Era Chapter, Church Women United, Dana Retirees, Parkview...
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Linda Paul
February 20, 2012
Linda Paul , 65, passed away Monday, February 20, 2012 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Marion, IN, Linda worked as a Librarian with Carroll High School for 18 years, retiring in 2009. She was a member of The Covenant United Methodist Church, and was Head Trustee and envolved in many activities with the church. She enjoyed reading, cooking and spending time with her grandchildren....
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LouAnn (Boxberger) Elder
February 20, 2012
LouAnn (Boxberger) Elder, 82, passed away Monday, February 20, 2012 at Parkview Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in Fort Wayne,
January 23, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Marjorie Boxberger. She attended Most Precious Blood School and Central Catholic High School. She then married her high school sweetheart Robert on January 2, 1947. She was a homemaker raising...
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Jennifer (Jennie) Chunn
February 19, 2012
Jennifer "Jennie" Chunn , 60, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2012 at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home. Born in Fort Wayne, Jennie worked as a home health aide for Community Home Health and was a graduate of Indiana Tech. Surviving are her husband, Gary Chunn of Fort Wayne, sons, Michael Casper of New Castle and William "Bill" Casper of Fort Wayne, brother, Carl (Cheryl) Lynch Jr. of Auburn,...
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Emily B. Holt
February 19, 2012
Emily B. Holt , 100, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2012 in Fort Wayne. Born August 22, 1911 in Atlanta, Georgia, Emily worked as a Teacher with Jack and Jill Kindergarten for 35 years. Surviving are her daughter, Catharine Norton of Fort Wayne, son, Daniel Jack Holt of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Phillip Antony (Becky) Norton of Fort Wayne, Margaret (Gary) Hoke of Brownsburg, IN, and...
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Margaret M. Johnson
February 19, 2012
Margaret M. Johnson , 89, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2012 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Limestone, NY, Surviving are her daughter, Carol Sue Johnson of Fort Wayne, IN; nieces, Terri (Scott) Reinewald and Linda Sheets; nephews, Terry (Kathy) Cunningham and, Bruce (Dixie) Cunningham; brother in law, Ed Cunningham; sister in law, Edith Reed and several great nieces and...
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Pete N. Miller
February 18, 2012
Pete N. Miller, 73, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2012 at Villages Hospital in The Villages Florida. Born in Daviess County, IN. Pete worked as a Self Employed Home Building Contractor for 42 years, He was a member of The Chapel, Home Builders Association and Blackhawk Ministries. . Surviving are his wife, Pamela (Culmann) Miller of The Villages, FL. sons, Jeff (Dawn) Miller, Mike...
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Rick P. Isenbarger
February 18, 2012
Rick P. Isenbarger, 52, died unexpectedly on Saturday, February 18, 2012. Born in New Haven, he graduated from New Haven High School and IPFW. He was employed by Cooper Standard Automotive for 28 years. He attended St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church. He loved his family, helping others and spending time at the lake. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Lisa (Gongwer) Isenbarger, daughters...
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Larry J. Curtis
February 18, 2012
Larry J. Curtis, 69, of Ft. Wayne, IN passed away Saturday, February 18, 2012. Born in St. Louis, MO, Larry graduated from Collinsville High School in 1961 and served in the Air Force. He was a district manager for Walden Books, then worked for Grabill Cabinets for 8 years and retired from Park Center 2003. He was a member of Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Artlink and Ft. Wayne Museum of...
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Kenneth L. Roemke
February 18, 2012
Kenneth L. Roemke, 78, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2012. Born in Ft. Wayne, Ken was a Korean War Veteran and had been a steamfitter with Local Union 166 for 42 years, retiring in 1994 and at D.O. McCombs for 11 years. He was a member of Ascension Lutheran Church; American Legion Post 82; Commander of the Korean War Veterans Association Indiana Chapter #1; and past Secretary and Treasurer...
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Earl McClain
February 18, 2012
Earl McClain, 81, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2012 at Covington Manor Nursing Center. Born in Geneva, IN, Earl was a Sfc Army Veteran. He worked for Seifert's as a night manager for 11 years and then worked for Fuji True Color as a film route driver for 24 years, retiring in 2001. He was a life member of the American Legion Post #241. Earl loved to cook for his family. He enjoyed...
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William K. (Bill) Frazier
February 18, 2012
William K. "Bill" Frazier, 66, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2012 at his home in Fort Wayne. Born in Richmond, IN, William graduated from Union City Wayne High School and from Indiana University with a bachelor's degree. He was an accountant for 24 years, retiring in 1999. He was a member of Indiana University Alumni Association; St. Joe Little League Coach/ League Officer and District 10...
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Philip Michael Gerardot
May 23, 1966 - February 18, 2012
Philip M. Gerardot, 45, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2012 at Dupont Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Ft. Wayne, he graduated from New Haven High School in 1984 and was a truck mechanic at Advance Mixer and Brown Equipment Company Inc. He loved his family and friends. He enjoyed his motorcycle and car collection.
He is survived by his mother, Mary Gerardot, sister, Chris Gerardot and a...
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Anthony Talarico
February 17, 2012
Anthony Talarico, 49, passed away Friday, February 17, 2012 at his home. Born in Ft. Wayne, IN, Anthony attended Wayne HS. He worked as a Truck Driver with Overnight Trucking for 15 years and attended St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, New Haven. He loved his children and grandchildren and enjoyed woodworking building benches and birdhouses, he liked to golf, fish, cook and was a car...
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Sally Joan Baugher Polley
February 17, 2012
Sally Joan Baugher Polley, 81, passed away Friday, February 17, 2012. Born in Ft. Wayne, Sally had been a nurse with Parkview, retiring in 1993. She was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Surviving are her daughters, Deb Markowski and Noelle Baugher, both of Ft. Wayne; sons, Jerry, Gregory, Jim, all of Ft. Wayne and Brett (Mary) Baugher of Houston, TX; brothers, Keith of Ft. Wayne...
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Clyde R. Ratliff
February 16, 2012
Clyde R. Ratliff, 72, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2012 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Ivel, KY, he worked as a mechanic with Tuffy's, retiring in 2003. He loved cars and was an avid Kentucky Wildcat fan. "He leaves behind his pride and joy, grandson, Patrick (Jacque) Duff who was like a son to him." He is survived by his wife, Patricia Ratliff of Fort Wayne; children, Tim ...
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Colleen Hake Boyd
February 16, 2012
Colleen Hake Boyd , 87, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2012. Born in Wellsville, OH, Colleen enjoyed working in a variety of capacities, especially her years in Hoagland at Hake's Grocery. Surviving are her husband, William A. Boyd Jr. of Hamilton, sons, Dennis (Marie Kay) Hake of Romulus, MI, and Thomas (Karen) Hake of Granger, daughters, Susan Clark of Fort Wayne, Marta (Mark) Schenkel of...
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Dorothy Eme
February 16, 2012
Dorothy Eme, 73, passed away February 16, 2012. Arrangements pending with Pinnington-McComb Funeral & Cremation Services, 502 N. Main St.
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Lawrence David Goetz
February 16, 2012
Lawrence David Goetz, 75, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2012 at his home. Born in Ft. Wayne, David worked at Parrot Packing Company for 30 years, Lewis & Christian for 10 years and retired in 2002 from Office Max. He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Council 451. Dave was an avid Cubs fan and enjoyed being around his family, friends, and extended family at...
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William D. (Dave) English
February 16, 2012
William D. "Dave" English, 90, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2012 at The Harbours of Ft. Wayne. Born in Peru, IN, William was a WWII Navy Veteran. He worked with U.S. Postal Service for 25 years, retiring in 1986. He was a member of the VFW and American Legion, NARFE-National Association of Retired Federal Employees, life member of DAV and NRA. Surviving are his sons, Michael (Kristeen)...
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Colleen Boyd
February 16, 2012
Colleen Boyd , 87, passed away February 16, 2012. Arrangements pending with Mungovan and Sons Funeral Home, 2114 S. Calhoun St.
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Ivan E. Yeiter
February 16, 2012
Ivan E. Yeiter , 83, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2012 at St. Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born in Hamilton, ND. Ivan worked as a operator with Bercot and Gibson for 30 years, retiring in 1992. He was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church and a past Golden Gloves boxing champion. Surviving are his wife, Patricia L. Yeiter of Fort Wayne, daughter, Nancy Kaczmarczyk of Fort Wayne,...
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Gloria A. Haughey
February 15, 2012
Gloria A. Haughey, 84, of Ft. Wayne, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2012. Born in Dobbs Ferry, NY, Gloria worked at the Social Security Department for 24 years, retiring in 1989. She also had volunteered with the Red Cross Disaster Relief. Surviving are her daughter, Pamela (David) Alford of Churubusco, IN; son, Ronald May of CA; three grandchildren; and one great-grandson. Gloria was...
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Linda K. Downing
February 15, 2012
Linda K. Downing, 74, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2012. Born in Marion, IN, Linda was a registered nurse for 46 years with St. Joseph Hospital and Dr. Jerald Andrew. She was a member of the auxiliaries of American Legion 296, 40 & 8, VFW 10006 and St. Joseph Hospital Alumni Association. She enjoyed word search puzzles and wearing flip flops and loved nursing, caring for people but most...
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Bernice Baldwin
February 15, 2012
Bernice Baldwin , 86, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Born in Grayson County, KY, She was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. She loved children and flowers.
Surviving are her sons, Michael (Deborah) Baldwin of San Antonio, TX, Dennis Baldwin of Fort Wayne, daughter, Sherry Lee (Christopher) Cramer of Fort Wayne, 6...
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Stanley F. Tielker
February 15, 2012
Stanley F. Tielker, 82, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2012 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Stanley served in the US Marines during the Korean Conflict from 1948-1950. He worked as a Lineman with GTE for 41 years, retiring in 1991 and was a member of the American Legion Post #499 and Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Surviving are his wife, Marilyn J. Tielker; daughters, Cinda (Thomas)...
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Donna M. Clark
February 15, 2012
Donna M. Clark, 72, of Leo, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at The Cedars in Leo. Born in Roseville, MI, Donna had been a teacher for 43 years. Thirty seven of those years were at Riverdale Elementary in St. Joe, IN, where she retired in 2005. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, a Teacher's Honorary Society and was Past State Chaplain of Daughters of the American Revolution. She is...
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Richard Samuel Moyer
February 14, 2012
Richard Samuel Moyer passed away at 95 on February 14, 2012, after living a long and full life of dedicated work, fulfilled responsibility, and devoted care for his family. He was born in Valley View, Pennsylvania on January 23, 1917 to Harrison and Florence Moyer. He studied engineering at the Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades in Media, Pa, graduating in 1937, and then moved to Chicago...
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John C. Bouse
February 14, 2012
John C. Bouse, 92, passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2012. Born in Brooklyn, NY, John was a WWII Army Veteran and worked with Otis Elevator Company in New York for 45 years before retiring. Surviving are his; daughter, Linda J. (Richard) Jones of Fort Wayne, son, John C. (Margie) Bouse of Meriden, CT, 5 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren. John was preceded in death by his first wife,...
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Helene M. Mommer
February 13, 2012
Helene M. Mommer, 90, of Ft. Wayne, passed away Monday, February 13, 2012 at her home surrounded by her family. Born Sept. 24, 1921 in Fessenden, ND, Helen had been a switchboard operator with the Employment Security, retiring in 1979. She was a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church and St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church's Adult Society, Quilting Society; Mission Circle; and one of St...
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Patria Artuz Kintanar
February 13, 2012
Patria Artuz Kintanar, 88, passed away Monday, February 13, 2012. Born in Tapaz, Capiz, Panay Island, The Phillipines, Patria worked 14 years at the Allen County Library and retired from the Allen County Court House. She had a drive to succeed and excel and imparted that to all of her family and was very proud of her son being a doctor. Surviving are her son, Thomas (Erin) Kintanar M.D. of Leo,...
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Edward C. Ryan
February 13, 2012
Edward C. Ryan, 81, passed away Monday, February 13, 2012 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne surrounded by his family. Born in Fort Wayne, IN He graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1949. Edward worked as a Farmer and at Zollners Piston Corporation retiring in 1993 from Zollners. . He was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Bishop Dwenger Men's Club and the St. Vincent...
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Maida Robinson
February 12, 2012
Maida Robinson, 77, passed away Monday, February 13, 2012 at Ossian Health Care in Ossian. Born in Middlesboro, KY, Maida worked as a Press Operator with Coverall Rental for 9 years. She loved to spend time with her family and enjoyed all types of crafts including making dolls, crocheting and drawing.
Surviving are her husband, Frank Robinson Sr. of Fort Wayne; son, Frank Robinson Jr. of...
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Frances (Busia) Rys Samreta
February 12, 2012
Frances "Busia" Rys Samreta, 94, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2012. Born in Gary, IN, Frances was a geriatric technician and translator for Catholic Charities. Frances was a member of St Jude Catholic Church, Polish National Alliance, charter member and past recording secretary, St. Joseph Hospital Auxillary and Catholic Women's Club.
Surviving are her son, Joseph (Ellen, deceased)...
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Helen M. (Granny) Ables
February 11, 2012
Helen M. "Granny" Ables, 98, passed away Saturday, February 11, 2012 at Lutheran Life Villages in Fort Wayne. Born Dec. 3, 1913 in Fort Wayne, she was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church of Fort Wayne.For many years she enjoyed square dancing and crochet. Surviving are her sons, David "Bob" (Marlene) Ables and Thomas G (Jan) Ables both of Fort Wayne, daughter in law, Debra...
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Perry B. Monroe
February 10, 2012
Perry B. Monroe , 88, passed away Friday, February 10, 2012 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Vicksburg, MS, Perry worked as a housekeeping manager with Parkview Hospital for 17 years, retiring He was a retired U S Navy Chief Petty Officer serving our country for 27 years. He enjoyed coin collecting, reading and gardening. Surviving are his daughter, Virginia Loraine Minnick of...
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Raymond E. Ungerer
February 10, 2012
Raymond E. Ungerer, 87, passed away Friday, February 10, 2012 at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Raymond was a U S Navy WW II veteran and worked as a Area Supervisor with NIPSCO for 35 years, retiring in 1983. He was a member of Wayne Lodge #25 F & AM; Yorkrite; Scottish Rite; Mizpah Shrine.
Surviving are his sons, Steven M. (Carey) Ungerer of Churubusco,...
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Peter Arild Blichert
February 10, 2012
Peter Arild Blichert was born February 22nd, 1920, in Chicago, Illinois to Frederick Arild Blichert and Margaret Nealon, joining two older sisters. He graduated from Loyola Academy in 1938, Northwestern University in 1942, and Northwestern Medical School in 1946, and from 1946 to 1947, he served a medical internship at St. Joseph's Hospital in Chicago, where he met nurse Katherine Dewald of Fort...
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Damien Gerard Tippmann
February 9, 2012
Damien Gerard Tippmann , 0, passed away February 9, 2012. Arrangements by D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Keith A. Redden
February 9, 2012
Keith A. Redden, 63, passed away Thursday, February 9, 2012. Born in Ft. Wayne, Keith was a Concordia High School and Purdue University graduate. He retired Automotive Design Engineer from Chrysler. His heart belonged to Bois Blanc Island in Michigan, where he had his home. He is survived by sons, Keith Scott (Carolyn) Redden and Sean (Diane) Redden, both of Ft. Wayne; sisters, Janet Gleason of...
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Beth Ann McKeeman
February 9, 2012
Beth Ann McKeeman, 52, passed away Thursday, February 9, 2012 at I.U. Medical Center in Indianapolis. Born in Fort Wayne, Beth worked as a Commission Specialist with Ash Brokerage and formerly worked at the Allen County Highway Dept and Lincoln Life. She enjoyed bowling and golf, spending time at the lake and loved being a loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Surviving are her mother, Peggy...
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Caleb (Bo) Nathaniel Walberry
February 8, 2012
Caleb "Bo" Nathaniel Walberry, 14, joined our Lord on Feb. 8, 2012. "Therefore, by their Fruits you will know them" Mathew 7-20. He was a beloved brother, son, nephew, uncle, and friend. Born March 24, 1997, Caleb was a freshman at North Side High School. In his short life, he shined like a light, touching everyone who knew him. He will be remembered for his smile, sense of humor, integrity far...
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Delores J. Hepler
February 8, 2012
Dolores J. Hepler, 81, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2012. She is survived by her husband; sons, Albert Hepler of Fogelsville, PA and Todd (Christine)Hepler of Churubusco, IN; daughter, Judy (Kenneth) Grozier of Sarasota, FL; grandchildren, Gregory, Stephanie and Miranda Hepler, Troy, Chrystal, and Melinda Hepler, and Casey Grozier; and great-grandson Landen Hepler. Dolores was preceded in...
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Melvin L. (Bud) Curtis
February 8, 2012
Melvin L. " Bud" Curtis, 90, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2012 in Coldwater, MI. Born in Fort Wayne, IN , Bud was a WWII Navy Veteran. He worked as a tool & die maker with General Electric for 43 years, retiring in 1984. He was Past president of Lodge 70, International Association of Machinist; past president of Allen County Central Labor Council; past member of Chancelors IPFW Fort...
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Michael A. Failor
February 7, 2012
Michael A. Failor, 60, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2012 in Goshen, IN. Born in Ft. Wayne, Mike was a Special Education Teacher with Elkhart Central High School. He had been a pastor with the Assemblies of God in IL and then became Christian Education Pastor at Calvary Temple. Mike and his wife, Karen, started In Christ Ministries, an organization that helped establish Bible schools in Africa...
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Eileen Selma Beer
February 7, 2012
Eileen Beer , 80, passed away February 7, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Rd
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Marilyn D. Alber
February 6, 2012
Marilyn D. Alber, 66, passed away and into the waiting arms of her son, Todd, on Monday, February 6, 2012. Born Marilyn Diane Lough on November 23, 1945, she grew up on her parents farm near Rochester, Indiana, graduated from Richland Center High School and attended Ball State University. On October 23, 1964, Marilyn and Phillip Alber married and together built their life and family in Fort...
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Amanda J. Stambaugh
February 6, 2012
Amanda J. Stambaugh, 29, passed away Monday, February 6, 2012 at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH, after a 3 year battle with A L L. Born in Fort Wayne, she worked as a manager with Banditos. She loved her family, traveling and cooking and volunteered at the children's school. Amanda is survived by her husband, the love of her life, her soul mate, Brian Stambaugh of Fort Wayne; daughter,...
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Eugenia (Anne) Folk
February 6, 2012
Eugenia (Anne) Folk, 85, passed away Monday, February 6, 2012, at Heritage Park Health Care Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Eugenia graduated from South Side High School in 1944. She worked for Curtis Florist for 13 years as a designer and later as a Teacher's Aide with Fort Wayne Community Schools for 13 years, retiring in 1988. She was a member of Crescent Avenue United Methodist...
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Mary C. Gerig
February 6, 2012
Mary C. Gerig, , passed away February 6, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, 6301 Fairfield Ave
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Sam J. Printzos
February 6, 2012
Sam J. Printzos, 90, passed away Monday, February 6, 2012 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Muncie, he worked as an Architectural Draftsman with Allen County Planning Commission for 13 years, retiring in 1983. He was a member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and a 65 years member of the Order of Ahepa. He was a World War II veteran and served in the Pacific and European with US...
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James O. (Jim) Southern
February 6, 2012
James O. "Jim" Southern, 77, passed away Monday, February 6, 2012. Surviving are his loving wife of 58 years, Janice E. Southern of Fort Wayne, daughter, Julie (Miles) Thompson, son, Michael Southern, sister, Pam Riley, 7 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 2 step great grandchildren. Jim was preceded in death by their son, David Southern. Memorials may be made to the American Red Cross or...
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Eleanor Faith Brown
February 5, 2012
Eleanor Faith Brown, 91, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2012 at her residence. Born in Mount Pleasant, MI, Eleanor worked as a Lead Wire Cutter with Magnavox for 15 years. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness, Auburn IN, and enjoys sewing and fishing. Surviving are her son, Duane (Kathy) Brown of Auburn; daughter, Lana (Garry) Smith of Huntertown; and grandchildren, Brian,...
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Mandisa (Disa) Simone Jordan
February 4, 2012
Mandisa "Disa" Simone Jordan, 19, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2012. She was the daughter of Melissa Jordan and Leonard Mukuhi, who survive her. She is also survived by her brothers, Dion, Jurell, and sisters, Raeshaun, Zenobia, and Martha; grandparents, Robert and Martha Payton; and a host of uncles, great aunts, great uncles, cousins, and special extended family members. A gathering will...
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Tom J. Avery
February 4, 2012
Tom J. Avery, 63, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2012 at his residence in Rockford, Illinois. Born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and a native of Yonkers, New York, Tom was a chemical engineer that had a love of science and was a devoted son and father. Surviving are his daughter, Erika (Ben) Franze of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tom was preceded in death by father, Curt Avery and mother, Gerda Avery....
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SaNai N. Hubart
February 4, 2012
SaNai N. Hubart passed away Saturday, February 4, 2012. She was born in Ft. Wayne on December 16, 2011. SaNai is survived by her mother, Jessica Hubart of Fort Wayne, father, Fred Ford grandmother, Amy Hubart of Yoder, IN grandmother, Barbara Ford of Fort Wayne, grandmother, Tanya Allen of Fort Wayne, grandfather, Donald Helire of Fort Wayne, grandfather, Fred Burkes of Fort Wayne, brother,...
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Phyllis A. Huber Farriss
February 4, 2012
Phyllis A. Huber Farriss, 85, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012, at Woodview Health Care. Born Aug. 10, 1926, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Richard and Huldah (Peggy) Pooley. She graduated from Fort Wayne Northside High School in 1944. She married Jack P. Huber in 1946. Following Mr. Huber's death in 1956, she married George Farriss in 1961. She was a homemaker;...
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Catherine M. Fruchey
June 16, 1922 - February 4, 2012
Catherine M. Fruchey, 89, of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, died February 4, 2012 at the Cedars in Leo, Indiana, where she had lived since September of 2010. Cathy was born in Ft. Wayne on June 16, 1922. She was the daughter of Fred and Hazel Kempel. Hazel died April 23, 1927. Her father, Fred, then married Esther Rife, who raised Catherine as her own. Cathy was an only child; however, Fred and Hazel had a...
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Joseph Henry Martony
July 7, 1938 - February 3, 2012
Joseph Henry Martony, 73, passed away Friday, February 3, 2012 at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home. Born in Detroit, MI, he spent most of his life in Fort Wayne. Joe participated in an apprenticeship through Central High School with International Harvester (Navistar). He became a design engineer and continued his career there for 41 years, retiring in 1999. He enjoyed golf and Indiana University...
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Edna M. Mathews
February 3, 2012
Edna M. Mathews, 91, passed away Friday, February 3, 2012 at Woodview Assisted Living in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Edna worked as a Clerk with Keltsch Pharmacy for 10 years. She was a member of O.E.S. Chapter #514 Star of the East; Daughters of the Nile; and Treasurer of the Kern Valley Community Association. Surviving are her son, Fred (Janet) Mathews, Jr. of Fort Wayne, daughter,...
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Lance Heyn
February 2, 2012
Lance Heyn, 62, passed away Thursday, February 2, 2012 at his home in Fort Wayne. Born in Ft. Wayne, he was a US Navy Veteran and worked as a machine operator with Republic Services, retiring in 2010. He was a stamp and coin collector. He enjoyed fishing and was also an avid and passionate New York Yankees fan. He is survived by his sister, Cristine (Rex) Enos of Fort Wayne; several nieces and...
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Frances Luci Fox
February 2, 2012
Frances "Luci" Fox, 102, of Ft. Wayne, passed away Thursday, February 2, 2012. She is survived by her son, Richard F. (Sue) Fox of Ft. Wayne; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Luci was preceded in death by her husband, Omar Christian Fox and parents, Frank and Maude Peek. Private graveside service at Greenwood Cemetery, Greenwood, IN. Memorials may...
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F.Vaughn Albert
February 2, 2012
F. Vaughn Albert, 82, passed away Thursday, February 2, 2012 at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home. Born in Hibbard, IN, Vaughn worked as a group claims manager with Lincoln National Life for 10 years, retiring in 1993. He was a member of Summit City Barbershop Chorus, several Barbershop Quartets (most recently Hoosier Gentry), and the Barbershop Harmony Society since 1948 and served in most of the...
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Trudy Wittman
February 1, 2012
Trudy E. Wittman, 60, passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2012. Born in Dekalb Co.,she worked for the dietary staff at The Towne House Retirement Center for 19 years. She loved her grandkids, laughing, being silly, animals, life and was always on time. She is survived by her husband, Willard Wittman of Fort Wayne; son, Michael (Jennifer) Carpenter of Fort Wayne; step-daughter, Anna Velasquez of...
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Vanise L. Jacquay
February 1, 2012
Vanise L. Jacquay, 86, passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2012. Born in Fort Wayne, Vanise worked as a graphic artist with the Homebuilders Association for 33 years, retiring in 1981. She enjoyed art, drawing for the Parade of Homes, and drives through the countryside. Surviving are her daughter, Janice (Mark) Meinzen of Churubusco, son, Aaron (Jamie) Jacquay of Fort Wayne, 8 grandchildren; and...
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Mary Lee Wallace
January 31, 2012
Mary Lee Wallace, 86, formerly a resident of Montclair, NJ, for 55 years, died peacefully after a long illness in Fort Wayne, IN. Mrs. Wallace was born on December 26, 1925, in New York City, the daughter of John J. and Mercedita M. Campbell. She was raised in Pelham Manor, NY, graduated from The Ursuline School and attended The College of New Rochelle.Mrs. Wallace moved to Montclair in 1952...
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Stanton (Stan) E. Miller
January 31, 2012
Stanton "Stan" E. Miller, 57, of Fort Wayne, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2012. Born in Huntington, Stan received his Mechanical Engineering Degree from Purdue University and MBA from University of Michigan. He was an engineer at Navistar for 13 years and had previously worked at General Motors for 23 years. Stan was a member of The Chapel. He enjoyed woodworking, tennis, cars, NASCAR and his...
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Patricia A. (Castaldo) Weimer
January 31, 2012
Patricia A. (Castaldo) Weimer, 61, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at Parkview Hospital. Born in Bayonne, NJ, Patricia graduated from Montclair State College with a BA in Education. Was employed as a teacher in New Jersey and an administrative assistant with Fort Wayne Community Schools for over 20 years, retiring in 2007. She enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family. She...
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Rosalie Ann (Heath) Redding
January 31, 2012
Rosalie Ann (Heath) Redding, 72, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2012. Born in Ft. Wayne, Rosie worked at R.A. Falshing Accountancy for over 20 years, retiring in 2002. She was a member of First Wayne Street United Methodist Church and enjoyed watching sports, fishing, traveling. She is survived by her husband, Gene Redding; children, Mark A. (Holly) Redding of Ft. Wayne, Brian A. Redding of...
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Connie Colelli
January 30, 2012
Connie Colelli, 56, passed away Monday, January 30, 2012. Born in Ft. Wayne, Connie was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and had worked at Don Hall's Factory and Guest House, Mothers, Columbia Street, Neil's Oyster Bar, Nicks Rib Room and Bills Bistro. She is survived by her brother, Greg Colelli; nephews Greg and Christopher Colelli; nieces, Lisa Johnson, Theresa, Carla Colelli; aunt Lois...
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John Weaver
January 30, 2012
Inf. John Weaver , 0, passed away January 30, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Sue Luellen Hartzell
January 30, 2012
Sue Luellen Hartzell, 72, of Fort Wayne, died on Monday, January 30, 2012. She is survived by her mother, Mary Elizabeth Rhodes; her sisters, Joan (Thomas) Byanski and Kay Levine; her three children, Dawn Dunn, Susan (Norman) Street , and James Chester (Marmee) Hartzell; her grandchildren, Mike and Chris Dunn, Will and Suzanna Hartzell-Baird , James Bryant and Tristen Hartzell.She was also...
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Robert W. King
January 30, 2012
Robert W. King , 75, passed away Monday, January 30, 2012. Born in Crown Point, IN, Robert retired as a pipe fitter from Magnavox. He was talented in wood crafting and poetry and was a lover of animals and Jehovah God. Surviving are his wife, Patricia King of Fort Wayne, children, Robin (Jon) Rule, Terese (Scott) Bill, Scott (April) King, Jeremy (Misty) King and Lindsay (Brandon) Bill 10...
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Gregory T. Coughlin
January 30, 2012
Gregory T Coughlin , 80, passed away Monday, January 30, 2012 . Surviving are his daughters, Barb (Jim) Leazier and Kathy (Bob) Hartman both of Fort Wayne, son, Thomas (Chana) Coughlin of Atlanta, GA. and sister, Carol (Maury) Bax of St. Charles, IL. grandchildren, Lauren Hartman, Reid and Olivia Leazier, Maria and Marilyn Coughlin . Gregory was preceded in death by parents, Gregory and...
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Della Muse
January 29, 2012
Della Muse, 51, passed away January 29, 2012. Arrangements pending with Pinnington-McComb Funeral & Cremation Services, 502 N. Main St.
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Margaret W. Smith
January 29, 2012
Margaret W Smith, 87, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2012 in Fort Wayne. Born in Nashville, MI, Margaret worked as a Executive Secretary with G T E and Magnovox and also was a Realtor for Century 21/ Valley Grove for 8 years. She was a member of Rebecca's, Roanoke Chapter. Surviving are her daughters, Connie (Bill Knight) Michael of South Whitley IN, Karen (John) Flathau of Grabill IN,...
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Lorene Schmucker
January 28, 2012
Lorene Schmucker , 91, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2012 at home, in New Haven. Funeral Service is 9:00 am, January 31, 2012 at 15019 Parent Rd. New Haven In 46774, with Bishop Victor Graber officiating. Burial in Milan Center Amish Cemetery, New Haven, Indiana. Arrangements by D. O. McComb and Sons Funeral Home 4017 Maplecrest Rd Fort Wayne IN.
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Edward A. Tinkel
January 28, 2012
Edward A. Tinkel passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at the age of 89. He was born in Bluffton, Indiana on June 22, 1922. Ed met his future wife, Thelma DeLong, at the Ft. Wayne Children's Home, where they both resided. They were married in 1943. Ed joined the USAF and was a member of the Air Force Band. Ed is survived by his three sons, Eddie (Barb), Ray (Marcia), Kenny (Sheila),...
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Ann Eileen (Hahn) Mullins
January 28, 2012
Ann Eileen (Hahn) Mullins, 75, passed away at the VNS Hospice Home after suffering a serious stroke. Born to Rudolph and Catherine (Holly) Hahn, she attended Central Catholic High School and St Joseph Hospital School of Nursing. She met and married Gerald (Jerry "Moon") Mullins in 1957. He proceeded her in death in 1994. She worked as a Registered Nurse at St Joseph for 37 years, she was born...
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John E. Andrejko
January 27, 2012
John E. Andrejko , 56, passed away Friday, January 27, 2012. He is survived by his son,Joshua, mother Irene Andrejko, sisters Beverly (Brent) Vogelbacker, Patricia (Dennis) Hackett, Mary (Paul) Krotki, and Jean (Kenny) Pudill, brothers Robert (Sue) Andrejko, and Thomas Andrejko, and his significant other, Valerie Pruitt. He is also survived by his many nieces and nephews, uncle,...
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Delores (Dee) F. Wallace
January 27, 2012
Delores "Dee" F. Wallace , 68, passed away Friday, January 27, 2012 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Carlyle, IL, Delores worked as a Decorator with Value City Furniture for many years retiring in 2009. Surviving are her sons, Clarence E. (Deb) Lee of Wolcottville, IN, Brandon Wallace of Lawton, OK, daughters, Valerie "June" (Kirk) Wallace-Peltz of South Bend, IN, & Vickie...
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Donald F. Lamar
January 27, 2012
Donald F Lamar , 62, passed away Friday, January 27, 2012 in Fort Wayne Born in Milwaukee, WI, Donald was owner and salesman for Lamar Sales and Marketing for 31 years and his primary customer being Do it Best Hardware Corp. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church , Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity at Indiana University.Donald also.held 6 US Electrical Patents. Was also a...
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Nadia Jaworskyj
January 27, 2012
Nadia Jaworskyj, 93, passed away Friday, January 27, 2012. Surviving are her children, Valia Hallihan of Chicago, IL, Ivan Woronchuk of Fayetteville, NC, Walter (Gail) Jaworsky of Northfield, OH, Theodore Jaworskyj of Fort Wayne, Nick (Cheryl) Jaworsky of Bowlingbrook, IL, Vera (Dominick ) DeTommaso of Fort Wayne, 16 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and sister, Anna (Semen) Doroskko of...
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Melvin Ray Miser, Sr.
January 27, 2012
Melvin Ray Miser, Sr. , 82, passed away Friday, January 27, 2012 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Surviving are his Spouse, Phyllus Miser; sons, Melvin Ray Miser Jr. Kevin Miser, Kirk Miser all of Fort Wayne, IN ;daughter, Debbie Stansbery of Fort Wayne, IN 6 Grandchildren; 3 Great-grandchildren . Melvin was preceded in death by father, Paul Miser, mother, Glenna Miser, son, Michael Miser.
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Ralph E. West
January 27, 2012
Ralph West , 47, of Ft. Wayne passed away Fri. Jan. 27, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 11 years, Jennifer; mother, Margaret West; children, Daniel Lehman, Liberty, Madison, Samantha and Isabelle West; sisters, Linda (Anthony) Thieme and Carolyn (John) Nicholas; mother-in-law, Virginia Resor and Brothers-in-law, Norm (Jody) and Mark (Elizabeth) Resor. Ralph was preceded in death by his...
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John C. Henderson
January 27, 2012
John C Henderson, 84, passed away Friday, January 27, 2012 at in Fort Wayne. Born in Brooklyn, KY, John was a U S Army WW II veteran and was a Truck Driver with United Trucking for 31 years, retiring in 1986. He was a member of Masonic Lodge Waynedale #739, Scottish Rite, and Mitzpah Shrine. John enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing golf. Surviving are his son, Duane Henderson of Fort...
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Edwin R. (Eddie) Black
January 27, 2012
Edwin R. "Eddie" Black, 92, passed away Friday, January 27, 2012 at Renaissance Village in Fort Wayne. Born in Marion, IN, he was an engineer with Visteon Corp. in Connersville, IN. He was a member of 1st Presbyterian Church in Richmond, IN. Surviving is his wife, Jean Black of Fort Wayne; sons, David (Patricia) Black of South Lyon, MI, Danny Black of Richmond, IN; daughter, Donna (Kelly)...
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Joan E. Swander
January 26, 2012
Joan E. Swander, 54 was united with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 26, 2012. Joan worked as a registered nurse at Byron Health Center. She was the beloved wife to Kim Swander for 36 years. She is survived by daughters; Stephanie (Daryl) Dorsey and Kimberly (Tony) Henkle; son Jeremy Swander and fiancé Amelia Hughes; granddaughters; Taylor, Devin, and Jaden. Calling will be January...
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Jeffrey D. Cox
January 26, 2012
Jeffrey D. Cox, 58, passed away January 26, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Evelyn Duguid
January 26, 2012
Evelyn Duguid , 85, passed away January 26, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, 6301 Fairfield Ave
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Raymond L. Ybarra, Sr
January 26, 2012
Raymond L. Ybarra Sr., 80, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2012. Born in Dallas, TX, Raymond retired from Masolite Concrete after 44 years of service. He was a U.S Army Korean War Veteran that enjoyed hunting, fishing and loved being with his family. Surviving are his daughters, Cynthia (Al) Galvan of New Castle, Brenda (Jimmy) Ybarra, Kathy Firestine and Kimberly (Jay) Garver, son, Raymond...
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Edmund L. Bobay
January 26, 2012
Edmund L. Bobay, 80, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2012. Born in Ft. Wayne, Ed served in the Army during the Korean War and retired from Bowmar Instruments. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in New Haven. Ed enjoyed being outdoors and canoeing. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary Ann Bobay; children, Jeanne (Tim) Gish, Ann (Joe) Gabet, Andrew (Janice) Bobay,...
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Charlotte McPherson
January 26, 2012
Charlotte McPherson, passed away January 26,2012. Arrangements pending with Pinnington-McComb Funeral & Cremation Services, 502 N. Main St.
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