Columbia City, IN. Obituaries
Mary J. Cornmesser
Nov 5, 2015
Mary Jeanne Cornmesser, 88, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home, Fort Wayne after a brief illness. She was born on July 3, 1927 in Waterloo, Iowa, the daughter of Charles D. and Elsie (Kaltenbach) Wheeler. Mary spent her childhood in Waterloo and graduated from East High School, Waterloo...
Emma Chamberlain
Nov 4, 2015
All who knew Emma Chamberlain would agree that there was truly no one like her. She was gracious and kindhearted, genuine and generous beyond measure. Emma was a loving, devoted, and purposeful wife and mother who viewed these roles to be both her highest calling and her richest blessing. When grandchildren came along, she was filled with unspeakable...
Junior Graves
Oct 30, 2015
When reflecting on the life of Junior Graves, it is clear to see that his focus was on others first and foremost. He was a hard worker, but still enjoyed life, and what made these experiences so extraordinary was sharing them with the ones he loved. Married to the love of his life for 64 years, Junior and...
Lois Jean Bridegam
Oct 30, 2015
Lois Jean Bridegam, 84, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 8:56 a.m. Friday, October 30, 2015 at her home. Born November 21, 1930 in Thorncreek Township, she was the daughter of Timothy Monroe and Bessie Bell (King) Bair. She has lived her entire life in Whitley County area, graduating from Columbia City High School with the Class...
Elizabeth Betty L. Zumbrun
Oct 24, 2015
Elizabeth L. Betty Zumbrun, 86, of Columbia City passed away peacefully at 5:24 a.m. Saturday, October 24, 2015 at Kingston at DuPont, Fort Wayne. Betty was born on November 15, 1928 in Kokomo, Howard County, Ind., the daughter of Gilbert Bryan and Florence (Summers) Harvey. Betty lived in several locations as a child, including Bloomfield, MI and Kokomo...
Michael Eugene Whitesell
Oct 23, 2015
Michael Eugene Whitesell, 13 months old, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 7:15 a.m. on Friday October 23, 2015. Born September 30, 2014 in Columbia City, he was the son of Cheyenne Whitesell. Michael was a charmer with his big smile, one that could brighten anyones day. He liked to watch Mickey Mouse and Barney in addition...
Weston E. Souther
Oct 20, 2015
Weston E. Souther, 42, of Warsaw, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at his home. Born March 24, 1973 in Kalamazoo, Mich., he was the son of Robert Sr. and Rose Mary Souther. As a boy, his family moved from Michigan to rural Indiana. Weston loved spending time outdoors and camping as a boy. He attended...
Lois Irene Martin
Oct 20, 2015
A woman who was content and even joyful in everything that life brought, Lois Martin was an inspiration to everyone she met. Guided by an unwavering faith, she lived a life of purpose while holding her loved ones near. A loving wife and devoted mother, Lois certainly took these roles to heart, however, she just may have argued...
Roger Anderson
Oct 18, 2015
Roger Anderson, 52, of Huntertown, Ind., passed away at 5:25 p.m. Sunday, October 18, 2015 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born September 16, 1963 in Columbia City, he was the son of Donald Dale and Janet Louise (Jones) Anderson. Growing up in rural Columbia City, Roger enjoyed being with his family and friends at Pic-A-Spot Campground. He graduated...
Wilford E. Coy
Oct 18, 2015
Wilford E. Coy, 81, of South Whitley and formerly of Vevay, Ind. passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 18, 2015 at his home. Born on Sept. 29, 1934 in Florence, Ind. he was the son of Robert L. and Emma (Phillips) Coy. Wilford was born and raised in Southern Indiana, attended school in Florence and, on Sept. 30,...
Dawn E. Grunawalt
Oct 11, 2015
Dawn E. Grunawalt, 56, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 9:15 p.m. Sunday, October 11, 2015 at Millers at Oak Pointe. Born May 13, 1959 in Kendallville, she was the daughter of Fred W. and Geraldine (Chapman) Palmer. On May 24, 2003, Dawn married Darwin Grunawalt in Columbia City. She was a talented artist, a great cook,...
Agnes Jane Plummer
Oct 8, 2015
Agnes Jane Plummer, age 101, of Columbia City, IN passed away at 5:00 am Thursday, October 8, 2015 at her daughters residence. Born on October 9, 1913 in Warsaw, IN, she was the daughter of James and Norah (Syphers) Duncan. She lived in Warsaw all of her life, until moving to Columbia City to reside with her daughter...
Elizabeth Bette Simpson
Oct 7, 2015
Elizabeth Bette Simpson, 79, of the Churubusco area, passed away surrounded by her family on Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born on May 2, 1936 in Newton, Iowa, she was a daughter of Elgia and Lena (Combs) Meade. She was one of nine children. Growing up in central Iowa, Bette attended...
Barbara Elaine Evans
Oct 7, 2015
More than anything, Barb Evans cherished her family. A nurturing and loving woman, she always had a heart for children, but her grandchildren were her greatest treasure. Barb possessed an adventurous spirit and took to heart those she loved and cared about. Her kind, easygoing nature was a welcome addition to her friendships, and her de termination knew...
Shannon I. Harrison
Sep 30, 2015
To most people that knew Shannon Harrison, it was apparent that his family came first. Shannon thought the world of his wife, Kathy; daughters, Kassee and Shari; and grandchildren, Addison and Brayden. He not only had a giving heart with his family, but to anyone who needed help. He was the type of guy who put everyone else...
Bonnie Lou Tonkel
Sep 26, 2015
Bonnie Lou Tonkel, 72, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 11:00 p.m. on Saturday September 26, 2015, at Presence Sacred Heart Home in Avilla. Born December 16, 1942, in Whitley County, she was the daughter of Betty (Cullers) Baker. Bonnie attended Whitley County Schools and graduated from Columbia City Joint High School with the Class of 1961.She...
Arlene Briggs-Rex
Sep 24, 2015
When reflecting on the life of Arlene Briggs-Rex, it is easy to see that her family was the light of her life. She was an active woman of many interests, but what made the things she enjoyed all the better was sharing them with the ones she loved. Never one to worry about the things of this world,...
Charles R. Shinn
Sep 23, 2015
Charles Richard Shinn Chuck, 72, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at 4:30p.m. at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born on August 22, 1943 in Fort Wayne, Indiana he was the son of Paul and Catherine (King) Shinn. Growing up in Northeast Indiana, Chuck graduated from Elmhurst High School with the class of 1961. After...
Phyllis A. Bodine
Sep 23, 2015
Faith and family were the cornerstones for which Phyllis Bodine lived. Raised from frugal beginnings, Phyllis knew her share of heartache, but she came to lead a full and rewarding life surrounded by those she held most dear. Ever loving and dedicated, Phyllis heart knew no bounds. Although deeply missed, the memories she leaves behind will continue to...
Rebecca A Phillips
Sep 8, 2015
Although she accomplished so much of which to be proud, Rebecca Phillips was a humble and gracious woman whose family was her greatest source of pride and joy. She took her roles as a wife and mother to heart, but she just may have argued that there was nothing better than becoming a grandmother. Becky lived her life...
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