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Robert Lee “Mr. Bob” Howard, Jr. age 67, of Wolf Lake, IN, passed away at 4:20 pm at his residence.  Born on July 30, 1956, in Rushville, IN, he was the son of Robert and Ruth Ann (Ray) Howard, Sr. Robert attended local schools and completed his education by earning his GED.  He lived in Allen County, Noble County, and for a brief time in Oklahoma.  Robert worked as a polisher and welder for Franke Plating, Fort Wayne. Survivors include his lifelong partner...

Chris Allan Miller, 57, of Columbia City, Ind. passed away Friday, September 22, 2023, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born August 19, 1966, to Roger Miller of Columbia City and June (Robert) Besson of Columbia City.  Chris is also survived by a brother, Scott (Becky) Miller of Columbia City; grandmother, Esther Miller of Pierceton; son, Cameron Miller of Warsaw; grandson, Cayden Miller of Warsaw; stepbrothers, Micah (Elizabeth) Besson of Longmeadow, MA, Marcus (Cheryl) Besson of...

Karen Irene Barnhart, age 76, of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 3:28 am on Wednesday September 20, 2023, at Parkview Whitley Hospital.  Born on March 21, 1947, in Decatur, IN, she was the daughter of Paul and Virginia (VanWald) Adams. Karen attended Columbia City Joint High School and graduated with the Class of 1965.  On May 23, 1970, she married Lloyd J. Barnhart in the parsonage at Grace Lutheran Church, Columbia City.  Karen worked at the Columbia City Public Library...

Karen Sue Mettler, 80, formerly of Columbia City, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center in Warsaw. Born November 12, 1942 in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of James Louis and Mary Katherine (North) Mettler.  Susie had lived in the Pierceton area prior to moving to Columbia City. She had been involved with Passages for many years before her health declined and moved to Masons in 2018. Susie was a very happy going gal, had a bright...

Phyllis Ann Wheeler, age 66 of Larwill, IN, passed away at 7:53 pm on Sunday September 10, 2023, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne.  Born on May 6, 1957, in Evansville, IN, she was the daughter of Franklin W. and Bernice (Fetter) Berg. Phyllis attended Warsaw High School and graduated with the Class of 1975.  On July 7, 1979, she married the love of her life Kim Wheeler at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Warsaw.  Phyllis was a homemaker and was the best Nana a...

Jacqueline DeHaven, age 91, of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 4:25 am on Thursday August 31, 2023, at The Waters, Columbia City.  Born on October 15, 1931, in Lagro, IN, she was the daughter of Charles R. and Olive (Kellar) Middaugh. Jackie attended local schools in the Mount Etna area.  She was a homemaker for the majority of her working years, but also worked a few side jobs here and there.  Jackie enjoyed planting flowers, walking, puzzling, crafting, playing bingo, and...

Michael D. Hadaway, 41, of South Whitley left us Friday, August 25, 2023, to be with Our Lord.   Michael is survived by his wife, Jennifer Hadaway; two children, Nathaniel Couch-Linton and Anna Linton; his mother, Debra Broom; stepdad, Robert Broom; three brothers, Jacob Sorg, Bobby and Alex Broom; and one sister, Nicole Love.  He had many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and a niece.  Michael has many friends and was loved by all who met him.   He was preceded...

Nicole Coburn, age 41, of Syracuse, IN, passed away on Friday August 25, 2023, at her residence.  Born on May 1, 1982, in Goshen, In, she was the daughter of Ronnie and Manuela (Hewitt) Coburn. Nicole attended local schools and spent the majority of her career working in several factories in the area.  She enjoyed life and loved to have a great time doing it. Survivors include her son Isaiah Tiscareno and fiancé Raul Tiscareno, both of Cromwell; father Ronnie Coburn, Sr....

Patrick Joseph Watson, age 73, of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 7:15 am on Thursday August 24, 2023, at The Waters, Columbia City.  Born on August 21, 1950, in Coronado, California, he was the son of James Joseph and Dolly Kathryn (Brightman) Watson. Patrick attended Marion Catholic High School in San Diego, CA and graduated with the Class of 1968.  He then attended San Diego State University and earned a bachelor’s degree.  Patrick proudly served his country in the...

Gregory Kent Walker, 61, of Ava, Missouri passed away unexpectedly Tuesday evening, August 22, 2023 at his farm. Born March 10, 1962 in Columbia City, Indiana, he was the son of Jerry and Betty (Wherry) Walker.   He graduated from Columbia City Joint High School with the Class of 1980 and received both of his bachelor’s degrees from Purdue University. On May 26, 1984, he married Lynn Ann Stanley at Oak Grove Church of God in Columbia City. They...

Amanda K. Bentley, 41, of Columbia City, Ind., passed on Monday, August 21st, 2023.  Born December 25th, 1981, in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late David Elliott and Sheila (Ronald) Salyer who survives.   Amanda had a kind heart. She was an encourager, willing to give all for the ones she loved. She opened her heart and home to those around her and always offered a helping hand when she could. Her smile could light up a room. She loved and adored her...

David Lee Ramsey, 64 years of Columbia City, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023, at Miller's Oak Pointe. Born September 19, 1958, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, he was the son of Gerald "Jerry" and Arveta (Ferren) Ramsey.  While growing up in Michigan, Dave attended school in Grand Rapids until his family moved to Whitley County, Indiana when he was in the 6th grade. Dave went on to graduate from Columbia City Joint High School with the Class of 1978. Dave worked for...

Everett Victor Stayer, age 85, of Huntington, IN, passed away at 3:18 am on Friday August 18, 2023, at The Waters of Huntington.  Born on August 13, 1938, in Bracken, IN, he was the son of Ernest and Etha (Druley) Stayer. Everett attended Sidney High School, where he played basketball, baseball, and track before graduation with the Class of 1958.  On January 25, 1959, he married Dorothy May Elkins in Warsaw.  He worked as an order picker for Dana Corporation, Churubusco for...

David G. Pafford, age 71, of Columbia City, IN passed away at 2:34 pm on Wednesday August 16, 2023, at Parkview Randallia Hospital, Fort Wayne.  Born on October 17, 1951, in St. Louis, Missouri, he was the son of James and Sarah (McClellan) Pafford. Dave attended Churubusco High School and graduated with the Class of 1970.  He enjoyed playing fastpitch softball, gardening, trapping, being outdoors, and watching the St. Louis Cardinals.  Dave also spent time with his...

Daniel Wayne Byers, 70, of Columbia City, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at his home. Born July 16, 1953 at Lucky Hospital in Wolf Lake, he was the son of Harry Byers and Marjorie (VanCuren) Davis.  He graduated from Columbia City High School Class of 1972. Danny was a bricklayer and was the owner of Byers Moonlight Masonry. Daniel is survived by his sister, Mary (Doug) Harp; brothers, Michael Davis and Jimmy (Paula) Davis; and several nieces and nephews. Along with...

Evelyn L. Gorra, 93, of Columbia City, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Born February 14, 1930, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth Nulf and Mabel (Reed) Nulf.  Evelyn is survived by her son, Gary (Karen Brown) Caibaiosai, six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and brother, David (Nancy) Nulf.  She was preceded in death her daughters, Judy and Stella; and brothers, Phil, Pete, and Donnie. 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Chad M. Kauffman, age 50, and a lifelong resident of Whitley County, on August 5, 2023, at approximately 1:00 pm. Born on December 11, 1972, In Fort Wayne, Chad's vibrant spirit and love for the outdoors marked his journey through life. A proud alumnus of Columbia City High School, Class of 1991, and father to three daughters, Melissa (Nathan) Shrock, Sara Kauffman, and Jessica (Jeremiah) Gardner.   Chad was also a...

Linda L Felger, age 73, of rural Allen County, Indiana, passed away Friday, August 4, 2023, at her residence. Born October 4, 1949, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Maurice and Lucille (Roesener) Zurbrugg. Linda attended Snider High School and graduated with the Class of 1968. On June 6, 1970, she married Max Felger. Linda worked for Rocke & Associates as a Secretary. She and Max were members, for over 30 years, at Woodburn Missionary Church and recently at Living Hope Missionary...

Milton E. McCombs, 95, of Columbia City, Indiana, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday morning, July 30, 2023 at Autumn Trace Assisted Living in Columbia City. Born April 12, 1928 in Huntington County, he was the son of Dale and Elvira (Vergon) McCombs.  He graduated from Fort Wayne's Central High School and served in the U.S. Navy. On June 13, 1953, he married Ann A. Guldice. Milton retired from General Electric and had been a member of the only church in Goblesville,...

Larry L. Watson, 86, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at his home. Born February 2, 1937 in Columbia City, he was the son of David and Effa (Sheets) Watson. Growing up around Ridinger Lake, Larry graduated from Larwill High School High School with the Class of 1955. On January 11, 1960, he married Zelma Watson in Pierceton, who passed away on September 28, 2022. The two then moved to Fort Wayne. Larry worked for Transport Motor Express as a mechanic until1980. In...

Sandra Lee Maggard, 73, of Columbia City, Indiana, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023 at her home. Born January 4, 1950 in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Walter J. Lahm and Lenora Lucille (Dear) Lahm. A lifelong Whitley County resident, she graduated from Columbia City High School and on February 5, 1967, she married James Edward Maggard. Sandra had worked for Weatherhead for five years, was a nurse's aide at Miller's Merry Manor, Richard’s Restaurant for eight years, and...

Tim D. Mishler, age 72, of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 9:09 am on Friday July 21, 2023, at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City. Born on March 6, 1951, in Huntington, he was the son of Daniel and Jean (Jenkins) Mishler. Tim attended South Whitley High School and then became an electrician while working for Northeastern REMC.  He later transitioned into the Engineering Department. Tim absolutely loved his job and wound up being the longest active working employee with nearly...

James R. Shaw, Columbia City, Indiana, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 21 2023,  at Parkview Hospital, hospice care unit, at the age of 88.  The son of the late Melvin and Henrietta (Horn) Shaw, Jim was born in 1934, in Auburn, Indiana.  He proudly served his country in the U.S.Navy during the Korean War and later served in the Air National Guard.  Jim and his wife, Shirley Keplinger Deem married in June 1981 in Columbia City.  They were married for over...

Ronald L. Moeller, 83, of Columbia City, Indiana, passed away Thursday, July 13, 2023 at his home with family by his side. Born April 20, 1940 in Fort Wayne, he was the son of Peter F. and Frieda V. (Longardner) Moeller. He graduated from Central Catholic High School with the Class of  1958 and served in the U.S. Army from 1963 till 1969.  For over 32 years, Ron worked for NIPSCO and retired in 1996. On March 31, 1967, he married Judith Moeller. He was a member of  St. Paul...

Nashville recording artist Roger Dale Marshall, 72, of Columbia City, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at Parkview Whitley Hospital, surrounded by loving family in his final days. As a regionally famous country and rock guitarist, man of many talents, and most importantly loving father and grandfather, his presence will be greatly missed. Born January 9, 1951, in Garrett, Kentucky, he was the son of Claude and Ruby Jean (Blackburn) Marshall.  As Roger sang on his album...

Richard "Dick, The Duck" Runyan passed away Monday, July 10, 2023, three weeks shy of his 89th birthday. He was born July 31, 1934, to parents Ira and Ida (Visscher) Runyan, joining brothers Ed Vischer, Robert Runyan, and sister Sharon Rothenbuhler.     He graduated from Central High School with the Class of 1952. A veteran of the US Army and Army Reserves, he served from 1957 through 1959 as helicopter crew chief and mechanic in the 16th Sky Cavalry Ft. Hood...

Lula Maxine "Max" Zent, 86, of Columbia City, Indiana, passed away at 11:50 am on Sunday July 9, 2023, at Sacred Heart Village in Avilla.  Born December 14, 1936 in Huntington, she was the daughter of Willis and Mary Elizabeth (Cecil) Stephens. She grew up in Huntington, Tennessee and the Markle area. While in High School, Lula moved to Noble County where she graduated from Wolf Lake High School with the Class of 1954.  Lula worked for Dana Corporation in Churubusco for...

Roberta J. North, age 82, of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 10:16 am on Saturday July 8, 2023, at her residence.  Born on November 15, 1940, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Richard and Gladys (Klump) Dornick. Roberta attended Columbia City High School and graduated with the Class of 1958 and was a lifelong Whitley County resident.  She was a homemaker for most of her life, but also retired from Kroger in Columbia City after 15 years. Roberta was a former member of Grace...

Eleanor J. Grable, age 95 of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 9:41 am on Wednesday June 21, 2023, at her residence.  Born on October 16, 1927, in Sherburne, NY, she was the daughter of George and Frances (Smith) Tanner. Eleanor and her family moved to Dayton, OH when she was three.  As a child she enjoyed playing baseball with the other neighborhood children.  Her family then moved to Tri-Lakes in her freshman year of high school.  Eleanor attended Columbia City High...

Thomas Edward “Tom” Bohde, age 79, of Columbia City, IN, passed away unexpectedly on Friday July 7, 2023, along with his four-legged companion, Glen, as the result of an automobile accident.  Born on June 23, 1944, in Fort Wayne, he was the son of Richard and Tharon (Gatchell) Bohde. Tom attended Central High School, Fort Wayne and graduated with the Class of 1962. He then attended apprenticeship school at General Electric.  Tom first worked in tool & die and then...

Jacqueline S. Lantz, age 59, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away at 8:15 pm on Friday July 7, 2023.  Born on November 21, 1963, in Huntington, she was the daughter of Arnold “Butch” and Gloria “Susie” (Salter) Herrick. Jacqueline attended Huntington North High School and graduated with the Class of 1982.  On November 20, 1986, she married Mark Lantz in Huntington.  She worked for many years at Scott’s Grocery and then at Kroger in the bakery and later...

Talen Ray Howenstine, age 28 of Fishers, IN was called into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday July 4th, 2023.  Talen was born October 18, 1994, in Fort Wayne, spending most of his childhood in Columbia City and later in Naples, FL. Talen is the son of Trevor and Niki Howenstine. Talen graduated in 2012 attending both Columbia City and DeKalb High Schools. He is also a graduate of Life Challenge Ministries in 2022. Talen worked for Goodwill Industries and was recently named Employee of the...

Yvonne "Bonnie" Coyle, 84, of rural Columbia City, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at while having coffee with her husband at their home on Big Lake. Born June 21, 1939 in Fed, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Gordon and Elsie (Stanley) Newsome.  At the age of 12, Bonnie's family moved up to Noble County, Indiana. On June 26, 1963, she married Kay Coyle in Fort Wayne. Bonnie worked at Essex in Ligonier and for 32 years was at Fiber Form,...

Arden Paul Rider, 96, of Warren, Indiana and formerly of North Webster, passed away Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born January 13, 1927 in Etna Township of Whitley County, he was the son of Albert James and Elma Charlotte (Stump) Rider.  He graduated from  North Webster High School with the Class of 1944 and went on to serve in the U.S. Army during WWII. On September 28, 1945, he married Esther Marie Martin. Arden was a livestock and grain farmer...

Linda Lou Maggard, age 76, of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 4:55 am on Monday June 26, 2023, at her residence.  Born on April 26, 1947, in Wolf Lake, IN, she was the daughter of Thurman and Bonnie (Widner) Gawthrop. Linda attended Columbia City High School.  On November 23, 1968, she married Frank Maggard in Etna, IN.  During her career, Linda worked for Weatherhead, Columbia City, The Alley, Washington Products, Columbia Plaza Laundromat, and for 20 years, at Drudge...

Lloyd L. Barker, Jr. age 57, of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 8:35 pm on Saturday June 24, 2023, at his residence.  Born on February 27, 1966, in Nashville, Tennessee, he was the son of Lloyd L. and Martha (Scott) Barker, Sr. He attended Columbia City High School and graduated with the Class of 1984.  Lloyd was a lifelong truck driver for the Teamster’s Local #414 He enjoyed hunting, fishing, farm work, motorcycles, and anything sports related.  Lloyd was always...

James Leon Fudge, age 78 of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 10:45 am at his residence on Thursday June 22, 2023.  Born on August 10, 1944, in Convoy, OH, he was the son of Milo and Luella (McBride) Fudge. Leon attended Jefferson Center School.  He worked as general labor at Gobbler’s Retreat, a stockman at Ace Hardware, and then a bagger at Scott’s Grocery.  Leon was a former member of Jefferson Chapel United Methodist Church and was attending Columbia City...

Brian Michael Sanders, age 30, of Columbia City, IN, passed away on Tuesday June 20, 2023, at his residence.  Born on April 29, 1993, in Angola, IN, he was the son of Penny (Kline) Matchett and Donald E. Sanders, Jr. Brian attended Columbia City High School and graduated with the Class of 2012. He worked for Warner Electric as a production associate.  Brian enjoyed writing fantasy stories and was very proficient at drawing in his free time. Survivors include his mother Penny...

Sharon Grace Nethercutt, age 62, of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 3:16 pm on Tuesday June 20, 2023, at her residence.  Born on December 6, 1960, in Logansport, IN, she was the daughter of Devon and Ellen (Heater) St. Clair. Sharon attended Caston High School and graduated with the Class of 1978.  She married David T. Harris in 1979 and later married Kurt Nethercutt in 1983 then studied secretarial courses.  Sharon moved to Columbia City in 2014. Sharon worked as an...

Donald L. Clark, 78, of Columbia City, Indiana, passed away Monday evening, June 12, 2023 at Lutheran Hospital. Born February 25, 1945 in Columbia City, he was the son of Elmer L.  and Lucy E. (Rarick) Clark. He graduated from Columbia City High School with the Class of 1963 and went on to serve in the U.S. Army for the next four years during the Vietnam War. On April 27, 1968, he married Linda M. Jamieson in Churubusco. Don retired from Sprint Telephone Company with 25 years of...

Roberta Janet Gipe, 93, of Columbia City, Indiana, passed away Saturday morning, June 3, 2023 at Miller's at Oak Pointe. Born August 7, 1929 in Dubois County, Indiana in Birdseye, she was the daughter of J. Fred Andrew and Bernice Madeline (Killion) Andrew.  At the age of 1, her family moved to Bluffton in 1930 where her father became principal at Lancaster Central School in Wells County where she would attend first and second grade. At the age of 8, they moved to Arcola in 1937,...

Darlene K. Foote, age 66, of South Whitley, IN, passed away at 9:50 am on Friday June 9, 2023, at her residence.  Born on July 30, 1956, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Jerry and Stella (Hummel) Steigerwald. Darlene attended Churubusco High School and resided in South Whitley since 2011.  She worked as a housekeeper, Magic Wand, and PTG, throughout her working career.  On August 9, 1996, Darlene married Mark S. Foote in Columbia City.  She attended Tri-Lakes...

Danielle S. Moreau, 70, of Columbia City, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 1, 2023 at her home. Born December 23, 1952 in San Francisco, California, she was the daughter of Jane L. (Watson) Ward and George C. Ward.   She graduated from John O'Connell High School in San Francisco and attended San Francisco State University. Danielle eventually moved to the midwest to be near her Uncle Rodger. She worked as an administrative assistant at the University of Michigan....

Carolyn M. Cunningham, 61, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at Majestic Care of Jefferson Pointe. Born June 2, 1961 in Allen County, she was the daughter of James L. and Dorothy E. (Heinkel) Cunningham. She attended schools in Allen County and was a gifted artist. Carolyn lived in Allen County then moved to Whitley County and spent a period of time in Arizona before moving back to Allen County. Carolyn is survived by her sisters, Debbie Minich and Theresa Luke;...

On July 6th,1927, Don and Zelda Patten were blessed with their baby girl Betty Ilene at her grandparents Ories and Lettie Cormany’s home on Canal St. in Roanoke Indiana. She lived there for most of her childhood with her family. She had lots of great memories with her grandparents and neighbors. Betty really enjoyed the Hartley’s who lived north of them, Mr. Hartley would sit on his porch and play the fiddle and holler “hello their Betty” and she always got a kick out...

Homer Jennings, age 77 of South Whitley, IN, passed away at 5:46 pm on Saturday May 27, 2023, at Timbercrest Senior Living, North Manchester.  Born on August 22, 1945, in Morehead, KY, he was the son of Joseph Sherman and Sarah Ellen (Harris) Jennings. Homer and his family moved to Wabash from Kentucky in 1947.  He attended Wabash High School and graduated with the Class of 1964, then earned his bachelor's degree in finance from St. Francis College in 1974.  In 1966,...

Mary L. Coe, age 58, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away at 4:26 pm on Friday May 26, 2023, at her residence.  Born on July 21, 1964, in Columbia City, she was the daughter of Raymond Brown and Myrna Yancy. Mary attended Columbia City Joint High School and graduated with the Class of 1982.  She worked for Peyton’s Warehouse in Bluffton, Parkview Hospital in housekeeping, and most recently, Riverside Manufacturing. Mary enjoyed coaching soccer, playing scratch offs, and having...

Larry Ray Friend, age 72 of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 3:03 am on Wednesday May 24, 2023, at his residence.  Born on August 22, 1950, in Fort Wayne, he was the son of Robert and Mary (Beckman) Friend. Larry attended Columbia City Joint High School and graduated with the Class of 1968.  He then proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps.  On April 19, 1971, he married Shirley Carroll in Churubusco.  Larry worked for Dana Corp., Victor Gasket, and...

Margo Ellen Goss, 69, of South Whitley, Indiana, tragically passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023 from an auto accident on State Road 14 in Whitley County. Born August 24, 1953 in Columbia City, she was the daughter of Phil L. and Eulah  Mae (Hornaday) Glassley. Growing up in South Whitley, Margo graduated from South Whitley High School with the Class of 1972. On June 7, 1986, she married Greg S. Goss. Margo had worked for 10 years at Whitley Mobile Homes and for over the past 10 years,...