Columbia City, IN. Obituaries
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...
Ruth Crippes
Aug 29, 2015
Ruth Crippes of Ft. Wayne, Ind., died Saturday, August 29, 2015 after a short illness while staying in Canton, Mich. She was born in Sydney, Neb. on March 25, 1935, to Edwin and Veronica Chaon, and was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and homemaker. Ruth had a strong faith and was a member of St....
Ted Gordon
Aug 29, 2015
For those who knew Ted Gordon best, he was easy to love, even with his ornery personality, and he could take it just as much as he could dish it out. The same was true for his sense of humor which got the best of many through the years! Above all, family was the center of Teds heart....
Victoria J. Kessie
Aug 23, 2015
All who knew Vicki Kessie would agree that she was truly beautiful on the inside and out. She was gracious, genuine, and compassionate - the sort of person who was willing to do whatever she could for others. Although Vicki had a great sense of humor, she also didnt shy away from calling things as she saw them...
Ruth A. Schaper
Aug 10, 2015
Ruth A. (Edsall) Schaper, 73, of Columbia City, passed away on Monday, Aug. 10, 2015. Born Aug. 31, 1941, she was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Schone) Edsall. Ruth married Theodore L. Schaper on Sept. 8, 1979 and they were married 35 years. She worked at Roethele Lumber in the office. She loved to garden,...
Andrea A. Anderson
Aug 8, 2015
Andrea A. Anderson was a loving wife, devoted mother and adoring grandmother. She worked hard for her family and for the wellbeing of others. She was always there to help. Kind by nature, Annie also had the grit to let her opinions be known. She was outspoken and strong, outgoing and funny. Being the people person that she...
Bonnie J. Blaire
Aug 6, 2015
Bonnie Joe Blaire, age 72, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away at 10:57 a.m. on Thursday August 6, 2015 at Golden Years Homestead, Fort Wayne.Born on November 20, 1942 in Wolf Lake, IN, she was the daughter of Charles F. and Ruth J. (Wineland) Stump. Bonnie attended Columbia City Joint High School and graduated with the Class of...
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