Columbia City, IN. Obituaries
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...
Rev. Thomas Meade Douglas
Aug 4, 2015
To achieve ones calling is one of the greatest gifts, and Rev. Thomas M. Douglas was a man who followed after Gods own heart. Thomas knew from a young age he was meant for the ministry, and through his growing faith, he came to be a servant of the Lord. A man of integrity, honesty and dignity, he...
Mariann Hicks
Aug 2, 2015
Although she was taken from her loved ones without warning, Mariann Hicks left no doubt in the minds of her loved ones of just how deeply they were loved. She was selfless, caring, and generous - the sort of person who would do whatever she could for others in ways both great and small. A more devoted family...
Lyle D. Zorger
Jul 31, 2015
With a life that spanned times of great change in the world around him, Lyle Zorger was a no-frills sort of guy who made the most of the days he was given while holding his loved ones close to his heart. He was the sort of person who could find the silver lining along any black cloud, and...
Lora Ann Ray
Jul 29, 2015
Lora Ann Ray, 55, of Columbia City, Ind. passed away at 10:00 pm Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born November 25, 1959 in Whitley County, she was the daughter of James L. Ray and Dorothy M. (Hinen) Ray. Lori has been a lifetime resident of Whitley County except for 10 years...
Kenneth L. Kauffman
Jul 19, 2015
Kenneth L. Kauffman, 64, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away Sunday, July 19, 2015, at his home. Born on April 21, 1951 in Salem, Ohio he was the son of Victor Kauffman and Dorothy (Detrow) Kauffman. Growing up in Northeast Ohio, Ken graduated from Crestview High School before continuing on to nearby Youngstown State University where he studied...
Lisa R. Wilson
Jul 16, 2015
Lisa R. Wilson, age 57, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 11:35 a.m. Thursday, July 16th, 2015 at Millers Merry Manor at Oak Pointe, Columbia City. She was born on May 2, 1958 in Chicago, Ill. and spent much of her childhood there. Moving to Tennessee at 16 years old, Lisa would find a love for the...
Peggy Bolen
Jul 15, 2015
Peggy J. Bolen, age 63, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2015, at 6:06 p.m. at her residence.Born on February 5, 1952 in LaPorte County, she was the daughter of James Cowgill Sr. and Mary (Spradling) Cowgill. Growing up in the LaPorte area, Peggy graduated from LaPorte High School with the class of 1970. Moving...
Dale R. Coffelt, Sr.
Jul 9, 2015
Dale R. Coffelt Sr., 71, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away, Thursday, July 9th, 2015 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.Born March 25, 1944 in Dekalb County, he was the son of Perry Eugene and Florence (Brendel) Coffelt. He has been a lifetime area resident.He attended Columbia City Joint High School and worked as both a...
Thelma E. North
Jun 30, 2015
Thelma E. North, 92, of Warsaw, Indiana, passed away at 6:55 pm Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at Miller's at Oak Pointe in Columbia City. Born February 9, 1923 in Etna-Troy Township of Whitley County, she was the daughter of Malen Ray and Mary Ann (Beeks) North. Thelma lived most of her life in Whitley and Kosciusko Counties, except...
Lois Plew
Jun 28, 2015
Lois V. Plew, 87, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away Sunday, June 28, 2015 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born December 21, 1927 in Cumberland, Md., she was the daughter of John Peter and Martha Ellen (Petenbrink) Clark. She was the youngest of 12 children. While working in Washington D.C. during WWII, Lois met Roger...
Harriet Barbara Redman
Jun 27, 2015
Harriet Barbara Redman, 94, of Crown Point, Ind., passed away at 7:18 a.m. Saturday, June 27, 2015 at Wittenberg Village in Crown Point. Born March 27, 1921 in Arcadia, she was the daughter of Harry Peter and Ersa Edna (Heisser) Waltz. Harriet was baptized on April 24, 1921 by Rev. Albert A. Fenner at Emanuel Lutheran Church in...
Nita Prine
Jun 23, 2015
With unending love for her family and friends, Nita Prine was a gift to her friends and loved ones. She took great care in making her loved ones feel special, and she was the sort of person who would do anything for anyone. A more devoted mother would be hard to find, but Nita just may have argued...
Jack Schram
Jun 23, 2015
A people person who was eager to help others, Jack Stanley Schram was a blessing to those around him. He was a longtime resident of the community he loved, and as a man of faith he made a positive impact in the lives of countless others. A devoted family man, Jack enjoyed traveling around the world but was...
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