Columbia City, IN. Obituaries
Arnold C. Keuneke
Feb 5, 2017
Spanning nearly a century Arnold C. Keunekes life bore witness to times of tremendous trial and profound peace and prosperity. With a deeply rooted faith, a loving heart, and natural sense of fortitude, Arnold with his beloved family at his side, lived each moment fully. Arnold lived his life honorably serving family, country, and community. A resourceful, talented,...
Everett Rhys Brineman
Feb 4, 2017
Infant Everett Rhys Brineman, was delivered weighing 3 pounds, 10 ounces at 16 tall at 10:20 a.m., on Saturday, February 4, 2017 at Parkview Whitley Hospital in Columbia City. He is survived by a loving family including his parents, Roger Brineman, of Ft. Wayne and Cameron Garza, of Warsaw; grandparents, Jim and Janice Brineman, of Churubusco and Lionel...
James Davies
Jan 31, 2017
All who knew James Davies would agree that he brought the world around him to life. He was a hardworking man who accomplished so many things to be proud of, but it was his family that was his greatest source of pride and joy. Blessed to share the best years of his life with his true love, Jim...
Evelyn Marie Fahl
Jan 27, 2017
When reflecting on the life of Evelyn Fahl, words such as kindhearted, hardworking, and diligent come to mind, but perhaps the word that creates the most vivid picture of her is the word selfless. She continually put everyone before herself, and she was willing to do whatever needed to be done in order to bless someone else. Evelyn...
William Alan Nicholson
Jan 27, 2017
William Alan Bill Nicholson, age 59, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away Friday, January 27, 2017, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne, after a short illness. Born March 7, 1957, at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Fairborn, Ohio, he was the son of Lt. Col. John Kennon and Shirlee June (Boal) Nicholson. Bill spent four early...
Joann T. Hinen
Jan 24, 2017
A woman innately centered in love, faith, and fortitude Joann T. Hinen lived an extraordinary life. She embraced each day as an embodiment of faith living in conscious service to others. Whether working to create a loving home where all were welcome, serving her church and the school she worked in, caring for the farm, or playing cards...
Kathleen Alyce Hinen
Jan 19, 2017
Kathleen Alyce Hinen, 78, of Columbia City passed away at 10:00 p.m. Thursday, January 19, 2017 at her residence. She was born on June 4, 1938 in Allen County, the daughter of Anthony Osmond and Marie Margaret (Roth) Mulligan. Kathy graduated from Central Catholic High School with the Class of 1956. She married Thomas Edward Hinen on May...
Duane H. Janssen, Sr.
Jan 19, 2017
Duane H. Janssen, Sr., 93, of Columbia City, Indiana and formerly of St. Petersburg, Florida, passed away at11:30 pmThursday, January 19, 2017 at Millers at Oak Pointe in Columbia City. Born September 26, 1923 in Willow Lake, SD. He was the son of Eilert and Rose (Meister) Janssen. He graduated from Mitchell High School in South Dakota and...
Edna E. Bates
Jan 18, 2017
A lifelong resident of the community she loved, Edna Bates was a blessing in the lives of everyone she met. A woman of faith, she was always willing to do whatever she could to help others in ways both great and small. An inspiration to so many, Edna and her beloved Ken exemplified what marriage is truly intended...
Richard D. Meinika
Jan 18, 2017
A lifelong member of the community he loved, Richard D. Meinika lived a life of purpose while holding his loved ones near. He was a hardworking man who worked tirelessly to provide for the family he shared with the love of his life. Together Dick and his wife farmed their land, and they were so blessed to witness...
D.C. Osborn
Jan 17, 2017
D.C. Osborn, 85, passed away on Tuesday morning, January 17, 2017 in Columbia City.He was born June 1, 1931 in Muncie, the son of Charles Edward and Dorothy A. (Ross) Osborn. D.C. was raised by his father and step-mother, Mary Andrews Osborn and served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. He met his...
Eldon Bud E. Sheets
Jan 12, 2017
Eldon Bud Sheets lived a vibrant life. A faithful husband, loving father, and fun-loving grandfather, he leaves behind a rich legacy of always looking for the silver lining in everything. He was generous with both his time and his valuable resources, leaving each person he knew feeling special in his presence. He had an extraordinary way of helping...
Sena B. Setser
Jan 12, 2017
Sena B. Setser, age 64, of Columbia City, IN passed away at 3:27 pm on Thursday January 12, 2017 at Parkview Whitley Hospital. Born on October 4, 1952 in Logan, WV she was the daughter of John Frank and Zanna Marie (Bragg) Gillum. Sena moved from West Virginia to North Manchester midway through high school and graduated from...
Debra M. Bentz-Simon
Jan 11, 2017
Debra Debbie (Bentz) Simon, age 61, of Columbia City, IN, passed away at 8:12 pm on Wednesday January 11, 2017 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Born on April 18, 1955 in Columbia City, she was the daughter of Dean and Laura (Hennig) Bentz. Debbie grew up in the Tri-Lakes area and attended local schools. She graduated...
Janice K. Slavens
Jan 9, 2017
Janice K. Slavens, 74, of Fort Wayne, passed away Monday, January 9, 2017. Born Oct. 19, 1942 in Detroit, Michigan, she was the youngest of the three daughters of Everett and Lorene (Sheets) Rider. Janice was raised in Delphi, Indiana. As a young girl, she enjoyed going fishing with her dad and spending time at her grandparents home...
Alice Marie Davis
Jan 9, 2017
Alice Marie Davis, 85, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 8:11 a.m. Monday, January 9, 2017 at her home. Born July 21, 1931 in Corydon, Ind., she was the daughter of William R. and Frances (Froman) Pease. She attended New Amsterdam School in Corydon and moved to Ohio and on to Ft. Wayne. In 1972 Alice moved...
Janice Kay Andrews
Jan 8, 2017
Janice Kay Andrews, 68, of Larwill, Ind., passed away at 9:10 p.m. Sunday, January 8, 2017 at her home. Born June 6, 1948 in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Roscoe Francis Bud and Alice Ruth (Gaff) Parker. She graduated from Larwill High School with the Class of 1966. On August 30, 1969, Janice married Gene Andrews...
Doris Ann Goldner
Jan 7, 2017
With her vibrant and fun-loving personality, Doris Goldner brought the world around her to life. She was one of the most gracious and genuine people around, and her spirit of generosity had no equal. Doris was deeply devoted to her family, and she treasured her roles as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother as well. The love she had...
Austin Corey Gray
Jan 4, 2017
Social by nature, Austin Gray was a lover of all people. Very independent and passionate, he never lost sight of his dream of one day working in the film industry. He was a fun-loving son, grandson, step-brother, uncle, and friend to so many. Taken too soon, he leaves behind a rich legacy of living each day to the...
Wyatt Wayne McElroy
Jan 4, 2017
Wyatt Wayne McElroy, 9 months old, of Columbia City, passed away unexpectedly at 5:39 p.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Born 2 lbs. and 4 oz. on March 22, 2016, he was the son of Zachrey and Tiairia (VanDusen-Cox) McElroy. He spent his first two months and two days at Parkview Regional...
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