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Paula  J. Anders

Paula J. Anders

May 26, 2017

Paula J. Anders, 68, of Fort Wayne, Ind., passed away at 10:02 a.m. Friday, May 26, 2017 at her home. Born November 29, 1948 in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Paul R. and Marjorie E. (Cullimore) Anders. She lived most of her lifetime in Whitley County and moved to Allen County in the early 1980s. She...

Charlotte  Julia Wyman

Charlotte Julia Wyman

May 24, 2017

Charlotte Julia Wyman, 92, of Columbia City, passed away at 4:15 am Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at Millers at Oak Pointe. Born October 22, 1924 in Windham, Vt., she was the daughter of George J. and Katherine A. (Short) Maloney. Charlotte spent her childhood and early married life in New Hampshire. She graduated Claremont High School with the...

Kathleen Nelson

Kathleen Nelson

May 23, 2017

Kathleen Nelson, 94, of Columbia City, and formerly of Clinton, Iowa, passed away at 10:56 a.m. Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at Millers at Oak Pointe. Born on April 24, 1923 in the Mediapolis, Iowa region, she was the daughter of Herm and Vivian (Marshall) Drinkall. At a young age her father passed away after being hit by a...

Todd Hunt

Todd Hunt

May 15, 2017

Todd Hunt, age 73, passed away at 1:28 pm Monday, May 15, 2017 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne, IN. There will be no services.

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Phyllis  Ilene Bear

Phyllis Ilene Bear

May 15, 2017

With a remarkable heart of gold and a forever fun-loving spirit, Phyllis Ilene Bear lived a full life. She was a caring wife, a loving mother, and a cherished grandmother and friend to many. It is hard to say goodbye to such a good soul. Phyllis made her lifes debut in the 1920s. This decade was a time...

Freida  Irene Nichols

Freida Irene Nichols

May 12, 2017

Known for her desire to seek out the fun in life while remaining true to her sometimes stubborn side, Freida Irene Nichols lived to tell about all about her adventures in 98 remarkable years. Though we are sad to say farewell to such a good soul, we can find comfort in the memories of the amazing times we...

Susan  Joan Byer-Cearbaugh

Susan Joan Byer-Cearbaugh

May 11, 2017

From her first days on this Earth, Susan Joan Byer-Cearbaugh took life on with a full embrace. She was happy and kind, and a friend to everyone she met. Her outgoing nature was a magnet for strong friendships that lasted a lifetime. She was a caring mother, a loving grandmother, and a cherished friend to all. Susan will...

Mason Phonsavanh

Mason Phonsavanh

May 7, 2017

Mason Phonsavanh, 31, of Ft. Wayne and formerly of Columbia City, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2017 on the trails of Winona Lake. Born October 30, 1985 at Parkview Hospital in Ft. Wayne, he was the son of Deng Dan and Lorraine (Moog) Phonsavanh. He grew up in Ft. Wayne and Columbia City. As a boy he enjoyed...

Winifred  Agnes Priebe

Winifred Agnes Priebe

May 7, 2017

Winifred Agnes Priebe, 94, of Columbia City, passed away at 2:18 a.m. Sunday, May 7, 2017 at Millers Merry Manor. Born July 29, 1922 in Cleveland, OH, she was the daughter of Jacob and Roetta (Lorenz) Adler. She lived in Ohio her entire lifetime until moving to Columbia City in the early 2000s. She was raised by Donald...

Shanon  Shane Amerosa

Shanon Shane Amerosa

May 5, 2017

Shanon Shane Amerosa, 38, of Troy, Missouri, passed away, Friday, May 5, 2017. Born March 26, 1979 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, he was the son of Catherine Heiny. Following his mothers death, at the age of 9, Shane was placed in foster care and lived between Whitley and Noble County. He was a truck driver for Hall Hauling...

Kasie  Rebecca LaFountain

Kasie Rebecca LaFountain

May 4, 2017

Kasie Rebecca LaFountain, age 25, of Columbia City, IN passed away at 7:28 am on May 4, 2017 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Born on May 12, 1991, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Kate LaFountain. Kasie attended local schools, and graduated from Columbia City High School with the Class of 2009. Most recently...

Robert Bartholomy

Robert Bartholomy

May 4, 2017

Robert Bartholomy, age 57, of Columbia City, IN passed away at 4:00 pm on Thursday May 4, 2017 at Parkview Randallia Hospital, Fort Wayne. Born on September 26, 1959 in Easton, Maryland, he was the son of George E. and Anita F. (Wooters) Bartholomy. Robert attended Easton Senior High School and graduated with the Class of 1978. He...

Tamara  S. Miller

Tamara S. Miller

May 2, 2017

Tamara S. Miller, 67, of Columbia City, passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at Ashton Creek Health Rehab, Fort Wayne. Born September 14, 1949 in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Samuel R. and Beulah I. (Fuqua) Miller. Her family had moved toChurubusco where she was raised and graduated from Churubusco High School with the Class of...

Ronda  Joy Holloway

Ronda Joy Holloway

Apr 30, 2017

A generous and selfless caregiver, with a genuine love for her family and a natural musical talent, Ronda Joy Holloway leaves behind a lasting legacy. Though she endured a great deal of discomfort in her own life, she looked to the love she shared with her family and friends to seek the goodness each day offered. She was...

Alice  M. Harber

Alice M. Harber

Apr 30, 2017

Alice M. Harber, age 91, of Yoder, IN passed away at 5:40 am on Sunday April 30, 2017, at Kingston Care Center, Fort Wayne. Born on March 25, 1926 in Wells County, IN, she was the daughter of George and Anna (Schuler) Christman. Alice attended local schools and for the majority of her life was a homemaker. She...

Randy  Ray Maggard

Randy Ray Maggard

Apr 28, 2017

Randall R. Maggard, 59, of Warsaw, passed away at 10:23 a.m. Friday, April 28, 2017 at Kosciusko Community Hospital. Born December 22, 1957 in Columbia City, he was the son of James D. and Cleo Mable (Proffitt) Maggard. He attended Columbia City Joint High School and had worked at Morsches Builders Mart, Wal-Mart and RR Donnelley. Survivors include...

Cory  A. Alvey

Cory A. Alvey

Apr 26, 2017

Destined to always seek out fast spinning wheels for the thrill and fresh air, Cory A. Alvey lived life in the fast lane. He was inquisitive and interested in how just about anything worked, and he would spend hours tinkering around with something that needed repair. Always adept with his hands, he had a knack for fixing anything...

Don  Andy Goodson

Don Andy Goodson

Apr 25, 2017

A spirited soul who appreciated the simple moments spent with his family and friends, Don Andy Goodson, will be dearly missed. His life was one filled with hard work and good times. He was a loving husband, a caring father, a cherished grandfather and a friend to so many. We are sad that we are forced to say...

Suzanne  F. DeFay

Suzanne F. DeFay

Apr 21, 2017

Suzanne Francis DeFay, age 85, of Columbia City, IN, and formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away at 8:50 am on Friday April 21, 2017 at her residence. Born on March 8, 1932 in Lafayette, IN, she was the daughter of Thomas Vern and Evangeline Francis (Clark) Sherrier. Suzanne attended and graduated from Jefferson High School, with the Class...

Richard  C. Loscomb

Richard C. Loscomb

Apr 21, 2017

Richard C. Loscomb was a bit of a prankster, but he always knew how to make people smile. He was a loving husband, a caring father and a cherished grandfather and friend to many. We will hold the memories of him close to our hearts as we endure the feelings of loss without him in our lives. The...

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