Columbia City, IN. Obituaries
Tommy L. Smith
Dec 29, 2014
A man's worth is not so much in the riches gained or the name they made for themselves. For Tommy "Butch" Lee Smith, the love of family and being there for the ones he loved was his greatest joy, and most grateful reward. There was nothing more that made Butch happier than being surrounded by those he loved,...
Elaine R. Miller
Dec 29, 2014
Elaine R. Miller, 87, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 4:40 p.m. Monday, December 29, 2014 at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City.Born on September 16, 1927 in Hammond, she was the daughter of Haider and Mildred (Clifton) Hassen. She graduated from Hammond Technical Vocational High School with the Class of 1946. After 34 years, Elaine retired from...
Deloris Fay Frane
Dec 29, 2014
Deloris F. Frane, 87, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 6:10 a.m. Monday, December 29, 2014 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne.Born on March 25, 1927 in Auburn, she was the daughter of Glen and Io Evalyn (Bilderback) Stanton. Deloris married Darwin Frane on December 29, 1986 and had worked at L.S. Ayres and Macys for...
Mathew M. Pflueger
Dec 29, 2014
Mathew M. Pflueger, 39, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 4:57 p.m. Monday, December 29, 2014 at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.Born on July 1, 1975 in Fort Wayne, he was the son of Donald and Beverly (Shidler) Pflueger. He graduated from New Haven High School with the Class of 1994 and received his Associates Degree from ITT....
Amzie Cotner
Dec 25, 2014
Amzie (Chub) Cotner, age 67 of Albion, lN passed away at 7:03 p.m. on Thursday December 25, 2014 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 10, 1947 in Rensselaer, lN. He was the son of Ramsey and Etta Rose (Clark) Cotner. He attended Jasper County schools and Rensselaer Central High School. Amzie enjoyed poker,...
Jason Paul Watson
Dec 25, 2014
Jason Paul Watson, age 36, of Columbia City, IN passed away at 2:31 a.m. on Thursday December 25, 2014 at his residence.Born on August 28, 1978 in Fort Atkinson, WI, he was the son of Dan and Cheryl (Lilly) Watson. Jason attended Whitley County schools and graduated from Columbia City High School with the Class of 1998. He...
George W. Atkinson
Dec 21, 2014
George W. "Bill" Atkinson, 78, of Columbia City, Ind. passed away at 6:02 p.m. Sunday, December 21, 2014 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne.Born on November 27, 1936 in Coudersport, Pa., he was the son of George Will and Violet (Peet) Atkinson. He graduated from Coudersport High School with the Class of 1954 and served in the...
Evelyn Alice Shafter
Dec 16, 2014
Evelyn Alice Shafter, 92, of Warren, Ind., passed away at 1:40 a.m. Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at Heritage Pointe Retirement Home, Warren.Born on June 19, 1922 in Ellingson, South Dakota, she was the daughter of Celia M. and Beatrice I. (Gooding) Smith. She moved in 1938 to Indiana, and lived briefly in Fort Wayne, Tri Lakes from 1946...
Frank D. Boggs
Dec 13, 2014
With a song in his heart and a smile that could brighten the gloomiest of days, it was a pleasure to know and love Frank Boggs. A hard working man, Frank lived with integrity and by the values for which he was raised. He helped anyone in need, always offering a helping hand. Frank was a survivor in...
Betty Louise Harrison
Dec 12, 2014
Throughout her rich and rewarding journey, there was nothing that was of greater significance in the life of Betty Harrison than being surrounded by her loved ones. She was a gracious and kindhearted woman who generously served others in ways both great and small. It was easy to see that Betty was married to the love of her...
Mildred Midge Collier
Dec 10, 2014
Mildred Midge Collier, 80, of Larwill, Ind., passed away at 6:55 p.m. Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City. Born on August 11, 1934 in Cumberland, Ky., she was the daughter of James and Lillie (Estep) Bush. She grew up in Kentucky and married Roy Howard Collier on July 6, 1950 in Clintwood, Va. After...
Margaret Louise Workman
Dec 8, 2014
Margaret Louise Workman, 82, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 12:08 p.m. Monday, December 8, 2014 at Miller's Merry Manor, Columbia City. Born on January 27, 1932 in Churubusco, she was the daughter of William Stewart and Josie Fern (Truman) Craig. She had lived in Churubusco, Kendallville, Kalamazoo, Mich. and Columbia City.She graduated from Churubusco High School...
Tammy L. Horne
Dec 6, 2014
Although she was taken from her loved ones much too soon, Tammy Horne packed as much living into the days she was given as she could while at the same time bringing such joy to those around her. She was vivacious and fun-loving with a contagious zest for life that was all her own. Blessed to share much...
John Benjamin "Bennie" Herr, Jr.
Dec 6, 2014
John Benjamin Bennie Herr, Jr. age 97, of Columbia City,IN left for his heavenly home, surrounded by his loving family and caregivers at 7:42 a.m. on Saturday December 6, 2014 at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City.Born on April 17, 1917 in Whitley County he was the son of John Benjamin and Ada Florence (Trimmer) Herr, Sr. He was...
William Ruben Whittenberger
Dec 5, 2014
William R. Bill Whittenberger, age 69, of Fort Wayne,IN passed away at 6:07a.m. on Friday December 5, 2014, at Visiting Nurse Hospice Home, Fort Wayne.Born on September 3, 1945 in Columbia City, IN he was the son of Arthur Leroy and Florence Marie Dorothy (Kerch) Whittenberger. He attended Arcola schools and graduated from Arcola High School with the...
Joan M. Wilhelm
Dec 3, 2014
Joan M. Wilhelm, 75, of Fort Wayne, Ind., died Wednesday, December 3, 2014 with family by her side. She was born to the late Gustave Aloysius and Agnes Strock Stoeckley, January 6, 1939. Joan graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1957 and married the late David J. Wilhelm in 1958. Joan attended Ravenscroft College and worked as...
Derek Bradley Bridegam
Dec 1, 2014
A hardworking, determined, and honorable young man, Derek Bridegam made a significant impact in the world around him. Not one to be idle, he was always doing something and game for anything in the name of fun. Derek was a man of many interests, yet nothing was better than sharing the things he loved with the people he...
Frederick W. Sheets
Dec 1, 2014
Throughout his rich and rewarding life, Frederick Sheets made the most of each moment while holding his loved ones near. It was easy to see that his beautiful daughter was the light of his life, and together they experienced so many of the best things that life has to offer. Fred was a hardworking man who honorably served...
Savannah Labenz
Nov 28, 2014
Taken from her loved ones much too soon, Savannah Labenz, Red as some called her, was the heartbeat of wherever she was. Vivacious, vibrant, and fun-loving, she was also one of the most adventurous and fearless people around. When Savannah loved, she loved with all her heart, and she was deeply devoted to the family and friends she...
Perry Joseph Coffelt
Nov 28, 2014
Fun-loving, hardworking, and steadfast are just a few of the words that come to mind when reflecting on the life of Perry Joe Coffelt, however, the thread that is woven most frequently throughout his tapestry in time represents the love and devotion he had for his wife and children. He was a kindred spirit who didn't shy away...
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