Columbia City, IN. Obituaries
Helen Marie McKinney
Jan 27, 2019
She was a kind hearted, hardworking, and a dedicated wife and mother, who was so very proud of her family, these are just a few ways to describe Helen McKinney. The 1930's is mostly associated with the Great American Depression and President Franklin D. Roosevelt pledged to use the power of our government to make Americans' lives better,...
Barbara Jean Magers
Jan 25, 2019
Barbara Jean Magers, 84, of Columbia City and formerly of Marion, passed away at 6:50 p.m. Friday, January 25, 2019 at Miller's Merry Manor. Born June 9, 1934 in Grant County, she was the daughter of Francis and Martha Gertrude (Stevenson) Bartow. She grew up and lived in Grant County most of her life. In 2016, Barb moved...
Neva Lorena Gaff
Jan 20, 2019
Neva Lorena Gaff, age 83, of Albion, IN passed away at 3:48 am Sunday, January 20, 2019 at her home. Born on January 23, 1935 in Whitley County, IN, she was the daughter of Franklin Otho Garrison and Ethel Mae (Grim) Garrison. She graduated from Churubusco High School with the Class of 1953. On July 11, 1953 she...
Kevin "Gus" Salesman
Jan 20, 2019
Hardworking, straight forward and quick witted were just a few ways to describe Kevin "Gus" Salesman. Gus, a nickname he had from high school followed him in his military career after working with several other Kevin's at the base. Kevin had a heart of gold and always put others before himself. He was always aware of events going...
Neil B. Palmer
Jan 12, 2019
On Saturday, January 12, 2019 Neil B. Palmer, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away at the age of 79. Neil was born on August 8, 1939 in Columbia City, Indiana and was living in Colorado at the time of his passing. Neil served in the US Army for 22 years, retiring as a Master Sergeant in...
Juanita Lavon Gaff
Jan 8, 2019
Juanita Lavon Gaff, 102, of Columbia City, Ind., went to be with her Savior at 5:10 a.m. Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at Miller's Merry Manor. Born December 10, 1916 in Whitley County, she was the daughter of Ervin D. and Ida (Wilson) Decker. Her former years were spent in Whitley County. She completed her education at Churubusco High...
Paul R. Bellant
Jan 7, 2019
Hardworking, kind and caring were just a few of the characteristics of Paul Bellant. He was a gentle giant with a huge heart that always looked for the best in everyone and he tried to remind others to do the same and not be so quick to judge others. Whether you knew him as Paul, Dad, PawPaw, Tall...
Guy Robert Hively
Jan 6, 2019
Guy Hively was a hardworking man. He enjoyed the simple things in life and was a down to earth man. He did what it took to provide for his family by working two jobs. The debut of the movies The Ten Commandments and Hunchback of Notre Dame were released in 1923. The year was also remembered for the...
Rex D. Schrader
Dec 28, 2018
Rex Schrader was an extraordinary man to know and love. Although he accomplished much, he was a humble man whose greatest source of pride and joy was found in the family he shared with his beloved bride, Lori. A more devoted family man would be hard to find, and Rex treasured every moment spent with his children and...
Anita "Wendy" Evans
Dec 26, 2018
Sweet, loving and compassionate were just a few words to describe Anita Wendy Evans. She was a very caring and sharing person and even though her time on earth was short, she touched so many lives. With the United States being involved in the Korean War, 1951's technology was advancing as the U.S. designed the Breeder Reactor which...
Bettejane Baron
Dec 20, 2018
Bettejane Baron of Columbia City, IN passed away at 8:15 pm on Thursday December 20, 2018, at her home, after a hard-fought battle from Parkinson's. Born on January 9, 1945 in Fort Wayne, IN, she was the daughter of Clifford and Ruth (Harnisfeger) Worman. Bettejane attended Fort Wayne Schools and graduated from Central High School with the Class...
Clarabell Ressler
Dec 20, 2018
Clarabell Ressler, age 91, of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 2:18 pm on Thursday, December, 20, 2018 at Miller's Merry Manor, Columbia City. Born on October 2, 1927 in Churubusco, IN, she was the daughter of William and Lalah (Zolman) Rowland. Clarabell attended Churubusco schools and then moved to Columbia City in 1942. On September 2, 1950...
Infant Jacob Waron Meredith
Dec 18, 2018
Infant Jacob Waron Meredith, son of James R. and Ashley D. (Goldwood) Meredith, passed away and was delivered at 2:40 p.m. Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Jacob was stillborn and weighed 3.5 oz. at 7 inches tall. He is survived by his loving parents, James and Ashley Meredith, of Columbia City;...
Mark D. Reynolds
Dec 18, 2018
Mark D. Reynolds, 59, of Columbia City, passed away at 2:45 p.m. Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at Renaissance Village. Born August 23, 1959 in Muncie, he was the son of Larry Sr. and Dorothy (Dodd) Reynolds. He graduated from Columbia City Joint High School with the Class of 1978. Mark drove semis for 18 years and worked with...
Hilda L. Gaerte
Dec 14, 2018
Hilda L. Gaerte, age 94, of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 12:10 am on Friday December 14, 2018 at Miller's at Oak Pointe, Columbia City. Born on November 19, 1924 in Etna Troy Township, she was the daughter of Delbert and Irene (Wright) Martin. Hilda attended Troy Center and graduated from Larwill High School with the Class...
Leslie N. Bills
Dec 10, 2018
Leslie N. Bills, 80, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 12:13 p.m. Monday, December 10, 2018 at Parkview Hospital. Born December 9, 1938 in Whitley County, he was the son of Charles A. and Thelma Odetta (Campbell) Bills. He attended Troy Center and Larwill High School. On October 27, 1962, he married Patricia J. Rife. Les worked...
Jerry C. Hoeppner
Dec 10, 2018
Gruff, but giving, and an unconditionally loving person are just a few ways to describe Jerry Hoeppner. After the stock market crash in October of 1929, America went into the Great Depression and the American lives were changed forever. The year also was marked with the Museum of Modern Art being created, the first Academy Awards and Oscars...
Eileen Schaaf
Dec 7, 2018
Eileen Schaaf, age 95, of , IN passed away at 5:30 am Friday, December 7, 2018 at Miller's Merry Manor Inc., Columbia City, IN. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City, IN. Please check back for complete obituary information including visitation and funeral dates and times.
Sonya Ingalls
Dec 7, 2018
A lady who had a pure desire to see her family succeed, Sonya "Susie" Ingalls was a matriarchal figure for kids, cousins and sisters. She was a true Christian lady who was kind, generous and caring. Anyone who knew her was truly blessed to have her in their lives. With WWII ending a few years prior, 1948 still...
Allen Howard Nance
Dec 7, 2018
Allen Howard Nance, 54, passed away at 11:01 a.m. Friday, December 7, 2018 at his Fort Wayne residence. He was born on April 18, 1964 in Rock Hill, York County, South Carolina. He was the son of Robert Lloyd and Virginia Anne (Mumford) Nance, Sr. Allen spent his childhood in Williamsburg, VA and graduated from Lafayette High School....
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