Columbia City, IN. Obituaries
William Bill L. Gipe
May 25, 2016
William Bill L. Gipe, 83, of Fort Wayne, Ind., passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at his home. Born June 24, 1932 in Bluffton, he was the only son of Earl E. and Zora (Shock) Gipe. He grew up alongside his older sisters, Evelyn, Eileen, Helen, Bonita and Dortha and younger sister, Carol in the Whitley County area....
Ross A. Grimes
May 17, 2016
Ross A. Grimes, 76, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 3:54 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born May 20, 1939 in Noble County, he was the son of John S. and Gladys (Tom) Grimes. He graduated from North Webster High School with the Class of 1957. Following high school, Ross worked over...
Gail A. Bud Smith
May 15, 2016
Gail A. Bud Smith, 87, of Columbia City, passed away at 7:18 p.m. Sunday, May 15, 2016 at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne. Born September 1, 1928 in Whitley County, he was the son of Scott G. and Cecelia A. (Schilts) Smith. He graduated from Wolf Lake High School, Class of 1947. Following high school Gail joined...
Nancy J. Smith
May 13, 2016
Nancy Smith lived a rich and rewarding life filled with the love of family. She enlightened many with her caring and kind nature having cultivated many friendships throughout the years. A hard working woman, Nancy used her time and talents for the benefit of others. When recalling her life, only the fondest of thoughts will be remembered of...
Evelyn Jean Geiger
May 13, 2016
A lifelong resident of the community she loved, Evelyn Geiger was a blessing in the lives of everyone she met. She lived to love and serve others whether her family, her friends, or those within her community through the compassionate care she provided through her work. Evelyn was blessed to share the best years of her life with...
Robert Bob Gene Dunn
May 8, 2016
In many respects, Robert Bob Dunn defined the meaning of devoted husband and family man. His dedication to his family was without end, and his passions and various interests exemplified Bobs one of a kind nature. Ever loyal and trustworthy, Bob was someone with whom others could rely for an honest opinion and a positive word. He lived...
Wayne F. Phillips
May 7, 2016
Wayne F. Phillips, 74, of Larwill, Ind., passed away at 5:55 p.m. Saturday, May 7, 2016 at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City. Born July 15, 1941 at the familys home in Pierceton, he was the son of Frank and Hazel (Elder) Phillips. He attended Pierceton High School and married Judy L. Mettler on July 31, 1964. He worked...
Dorothy L. Bressler
May 6, 2016
Dorothy L. Bressler, age 85, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away at 6:57 am Friday, May 6, 2016 at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City,, IN. Born on November 3, 1930 in Milford, IN, she was the daughter of Cecil H. Huntley, Sr. and Lydia L. (Norton) Huntley. Dorothy was an area resident until 1984, when she moved to...
Julie J. Kissinger
Apr 29, 2016
All who knew Julie Kissinger would agree that she was truly beautiful on the inside and out. She was hardworking, but she knew how to play just as hard, and she lived each and every day to the fullest. Julie was a loving and nurturing wife and mother, but she just may have argued that becoming a grandmother...
Richard "Dick" Wayne Plattner
Apr 28, 2016
A lifelong resident of the community he loved, Richard Plattner was an extraordinary man to know and love. He lived his life with others in mind and was the sort of person who would do anything for anyone in ways both great and small. Dick was a devoted family man, and there was nothing he treasured more than...
Harold F. Fisher, Jr.
Apr 25, 2016
Harold Butch Howie Fisher, Jr., 69, of Fort Wayne, Ind., passed away Monday, April 25, 2016 at University Park Nursing Home. Born May 18, 1946 in Fort Wayne, he was the son of Harold F. Fisher, Sr. and Geraldine Marie (Stoll) Fisher-Roebel. A lifetime resident Allen County, Harold attended Concordia Lutheran Grace School and Central High School. While...
Ruby I. Keller
Apr 25, 2016
Ruby I. Keller, 80, of Laotto and formerly of Columbia City, Ind. passed away at 12:53 a.m. Monday, April 25, 2016 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Born May 22, 1935 in Switz City, she was the daughter of Lester H. McDaniel and Beulah A. (Frakes) Orman. She graduated from Linton High School with the Class of...
Otto K. Behrens, Jr.
Apr 22, 2016
Loved by all, Otto Behrens was a man of integrity who counted his family as his greatest blessing. With faith as his guide, he was a wonderful provider and family man. Rich are the memories he leaves behind, and richer still is Ottos legacy. The year 1938 overflowed with mixed blessings in America. While the U.S made great...
Shawn E. Gibson
Apr 19, 2016
Shawn E. Gibson, 56, of Larwill, Ind., passed away at 1:17 p.m., Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at his home. Born November 28, 1959 in Columbia City, he was the son of Jesse L. Gibson and Diana S. (Wood) Bagley. Shawn attended Columbia City Joint High School before moving to Florida. After returning to Columbia City, he was out...
Ruby Jean Briggs
Apr 12, 2016
Throughout her rich and rewarding life, Ruby Jean Briggs was a blessing in the lives of everyone she met. She was never one to worry about the little things; rather, her focus was on serving the people in her life in ways both great and small. Ruby was a loving and devoted wife and mother who was later...
Terry Lynn Frye
Apr 12, 2016
When reflecting on the life of Terry Frye, words such as hardworking, compassionate, and fun-loving come to mind, however, perhaps the word that most accurately paints the picture of who she was is selfless. She was deeply devoted to others, and even as she faced trials of her own her focus was always on everyone else. Terry took...
Rose Marie Daniels
Apr 10, 2016
When reflecting on the life of Rose Marie Daniels, words such as loving, compassionate, and talented come to mind, however, perhaps the word that paints the most vivid picture of her is selfless. Whether she was serving her family, those she came into contact with through her work, or those she served within the community, she was generous...
Allen J. Joe Fisher
Apr 10, 2016
Through his intellectual abilities and talents, many hobbies and vast interests, family was by far Joe Fishers greatest joy. In them he found those who knew and loved him best, and through the years he shared memorable and unforgettable times with them by his side. Joe lived and loved life to his fullest potential. He savored much, enjoyed...
Linda L. Landis
Apr 4, 2016
Linda Landis, 65, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away unexpectedly Monday morning, April 4, 2016 at her home. Born May 3, 1950 in Kendaville, she was the daughter of Kenneth Guy and Betty Mae (Wilcoxson) Crowell. She grew up in rural Columbia City and enjoyed sewing items in 4-H. She graduated from Columbia City Joint High School with...
Lynn D. Goodrich
Apr 2, 2016
A man of great honor, courage, and integrity, Lynn Goodrich was an extraordinary man to know and love. He was a man of many gifts and talents, but he was also a humble person who used his abilities to bless others first and foremost. A devoted family man, Lynn took his roles as a husband and father to...
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