Columbia City, IN. Obituaries
Thomas "Tom" J. Fortman
Apr 16, 2015
All who knew Thomas Fortman would agree that he was an extraordinary man to know and love. He was genuine, outgoing, and friendly - the sort of man who never met a stranger. A more devoted family man would be hard to find as there was nothing that was more near and dear to Toms heart than being...
Richard P. Forrester
Apr 14, 2015
All who knew Richard Forrester would agree that no one met him and left unchanged. He never met a stranger and could strike up a conversation wherever he went. A more devoted family man would be hard to find as there was nothing Dick treasured more than witnessing his family tree blossom to include grandchildren and great-grandchildren alongside...
Clarice E. "Mitch" Mitchell
Apr 10, 2015
A man of integrity and honor, Clarice E. "Mitch" Mitchell lived life completely and fully at every opportunity. From the music he loved playing to socializing, and his great sense of organization, Mitch gave everything his all. A proud Veteran, Mitch loved the U.S. Navy and all it stood for. Although he will be deeply missed, the memories...
Carolyn E. Fisher
Apr 8, 2015
Carolyn E. Fisher, 88, of Columbia City, Indiana and formerly of Muskegon, Michigan passed away at 4:26 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at Parkview Whitley Hospital in Columbia City.Born September 27, 1926 in Mishawaka, Indiana, she was the daughter of Francis L. and Leona (Tharp) Cox. She had worked in Logansport at RBM before moving up to Muskegon,...
Shirley Ann Jagger
Apr 7, 2015
Although she accomplished so much of which to be proud, Shirley Jagger was a humble woman whose greatest source of pride and joy was found in the family she cherished more than life itself. A lifelong resident of the community she loved, she was genuine, approachable, and kindhearted, which all drew others near with ease. Shirley was a...
Robert W. Martin
Apr 6, 2015
All who knew Robert Martin would agree that he was the heartbeat of wherever he was. He was vibrant, fun-loving, and full of life, which drew others near with ease. It was no secret that Bob shared much of his life with his true love, and together they were filled with immeasurable joy to witness their family tree...
Jane Goble
Apr 4, 2015
Jane A. Goble was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and a caring professional. She was the glue that held her family together and the strength that her community trusted. Selfless and giving, Jane made a career out of caring for others. Hardworking and vigorous, she lived out her faith in tangible ways. Jane was born in Columbia...
Gene "Mike" Byram
Apr 1, 2015
Taken from his loved ones without warning, Gene "Mike" Byram was a blessing in the lives of everyone he met. A devoted family man if ever there was one, Mike savored every moment he had to spend with his loved ones, and it was when surrounded by their love that he was truly happy. Someone who was content...
Kenneth Leo Lemley, Jr.
Mar 26, 2015
Kenneth Leo Lemley Jr., age 60, of Churubusco,IN, went home to be with the Lord at 4:48a.m. on Thursday March 26, 2015 at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home, Fort Wayne.Born on February 24, 1955 in Centerville, MI, he was the son of Kenneth Leo and Doris (Klein) Lemley Sr. Ken attended Centerville, Michigan schools and then proudly served...
Connie J. Wilburn
Mar 24, 2015
Connie J. Wilburn, 62, of Columbia City, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Born November 22, 1952 in Campbell, Missouri, he was the son of H.B. and Thelma (Wasson) Wilburn. Connie grew up working on the farm, mowing grass and graduated from Campbell High School with the Class of 1970....
George E. Burnworth
Mar 21, 2015
George Everett Burnworth was a self made man, exhibiting the finest qualities of human ingenuity. He worked hard, honed his skills and rose to the challenge of new enterprise while maintaining timeless principles. He was grounded in the love of family and the support of his community. Georges story began as the Great War was being fought in...
Marilyn R. Smith
Mar 20, 2015
Gentle, gracious, and nurturing are just a few of the words that come to mind when reflecting on the life of Marilyn Smith. She was a hardworking woman who wasnt afraid to get her hands dirty while keeping busy both in and outside her home as well as in the workforce. Marilyn treasured her roles as a wife...
Edith I Cayot
Mar 17, 2015
Resourceful, hardworking, and faithful, Edith Irene Cayot had seen incredible changes in the world during her lifetime, but the one thing she made sure remained constant was family. She knew everything around her would pass into the next fad, but she consistently stood by her loved ones, no matter what they were facing. She had learned as a...
Donald Raymond Walker
Mar 12, 2015
Donald Raymond Walker, Sr., 87, passed away at 10:30 p.m. Thursday, March 12, 2015 at his Churubusco home after a brief illness. He was born on November 17, 1927 in Churubusco, the son of Lloyd Votaw and Nellie Mabel (Jones) Walker. Donald spent his childhood in Churubusco and graduated from Churubusco High School with the Class of 1945....
Erville "Duke" Callison
Mar 11, 2015
Erville K "Duke" Callison, 75, of Albion, Indiana, passed awayWednesday, March 11, 2015 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born on February 21, 1940 in Newton, Iowa, he was the son of Fraiser Clement and Alma Callison. On October 16, 1976, Duke married Bessie McCleary in Columbia City and was a truck driver for over 40 years. Survivors...
Janice K. Kimpel
Mar 11, 2015
Janice K. Kimpel, age 66, of Columbia City, IN passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne, IN.Born on January 9, 1949, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Julius Zumbrun and Alice (Debolt) Zumbrun. Janice, "Janie" as she was known, spent all of her life in Whitley County. Growing up she...
Arlinda V. Paulus
Mar 10, 2015
Arlinda Viola Paulus, age 40, of Columbia City, IN passed away at 8:25 p.m. on Tuesday March 10, 2015 at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City.Born on September 9, 1974 in Angola, IN she was the daughter of Arlin Hoot and Mary Jane (Henderson) Gibson Sr. Arlinda attendedthe Fremont Schools.On July 13, 2010 Arlinda married William Paulus at the...
Robert Eugene Chapman
Mar 9, 2015
All who knew Robert Chapman would agree that he was an extraordinary man to know and love. He was always a bustle of activity with a work ethic that was truly inspiring. More important than his work, however, was his family as there was no greater source of pride and joy than Bobs family that included his wife,...
Lester E. "Pete" Sheets
Mar 6, 2015
A hardworking kind of man with unending love for his family, Lester Pete Sheets was an extraordinary man in every way. It could be said that farming was in his blood as he loved to be working his farm, even until his last days. First and foremost in his life, however, was his family. Although he took his...
Isabella F. Hosler
Mar 2, 2015
Isabella F. Hosler, 99, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 6:50 a.m. Monday, March 2, 2015 at Miller's at Oak Pointe in Columbia City. Born August 23, 1915 in Jefferson Township, she was the daughter of Jess C. and Hazel Mae (Snyder) Nichols. She attended Jefferson Center High School and graduatedfrom LaSalle University in Chicago.She was a...
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