ORA DEE VIRGINIA STACKHOUSE, 89, LAGRO, IN
Ora Dee Virginia Stackhouse, 89, Lagro, IN died at 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2009 in her residence. She was born November 29, 1919 in Grassy, AL to Sterling & Georgia E. (Wilcoxson) Scott. She attended school in Greenhill, AL and was a Rosie the Riveter at General Motors in Detroit, MI during WWII. She worked at Kroger Egg Exchange, Wabash, IN for 30 years retiring in 1981. In June 1949 she married Horace R. Pickens. He died February 14, 1960. On November 30, 1964 she married Ernest N. Stackhouse. He died in April 2005. She attended Wabash Freewill Baptist Church at Erie Street, Wabash, IN. She is survived by one son, Dale Pickens, Lagro, IN; and two sisters, Shirley Pounders, St. Joseph, MI and Dorothy Duncan, Red Bay, AL. Seven brothers and one sister are deceased. SERVICES WILL BE SATURDAY, MAY 30, 2009 AT 10:00 A.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL FRIDAY, MAY 29, 2009 FROM 4:00-8:00 P.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash, IN. Condolences may be sent to the family by clicking the link above.
STEPHEN W. BELLINGER, 56, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Stephen W. Bellinger, 56, North Manchester, IN died at 3:13 p.m. Monday, May 25, 2009 following an accident at his residence. He was born August 15, 1952 in LaPorte, IN to William O. & Kathryn "Kay" (Jobson) Bellinger. They survive at North Manchester, IN. Steve worked construction for over 30 years and currently was employed with Phend & Brown at Leesburg, IN. He was a 1970 graduate of Manchester High School, a member of Sons of American Legion Post # 286, North Manchester, IN and the Indiana Laborers & Hod Carriers Union. Also surviving are his wife, Jane (Scott) who he married September 29, 1984. A son, Shawn Bellinger, Silver Lake, IN; a sister, Mrs. Don (Sharon) Smith, Warsaw, IN; a granddaughter, Regan Bellinger, Silver Lake; one niece, Tasia Smith, Warsaw, IN; four nephews, R. Zachary Smith, Warsaw, IN, Jason Scott, Wabash, IN, Ryan and Collin Scott, both of Vale, CO. SERVICES WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, MAY 29, 2009 AT 10:30 A.M. IN MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL AT THE MORTUARY ON THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2009 FROM 2 - 8 P.M. Pastor J.P. Freeman and Pastor Kurt Stout will officiate. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Steve Bellinger, contributions may be made to the Parks & Recreation Fund c/o Community Foundation of Wabash County, 218 E. Main Street, North Manchester, IN or Animal Shelter of Wabash County, 810 Manchester Ave., Wabash, IN 46992. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
H. DELORIS DALE , 87, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
H. Deloris Dale, 87, North Manchester, IN died at 10:25 a.m. Friday, May 22, 2009 in Peabody Healthcare Center. She was born February 8, 1922 in Wabash County, Indiana to Lewis A. & Mabel (Early) Dale. She was a 1940 graduate of Somerset High School and retired in 1986 from Heckman Bindrey, North Manchester. She is survived by a sister-in-law, Leah Dale, North Manchester, IN, nieces and nephews; Linda Dale, Milfrod, OH / Mrs. Dan (Rita) Houlihan, Rockford, IL / Phil (Robin) Dale, Roann, IN and Gary (JoDee) Dale, Andrews, IN. Great nieces and nephews; Scott Houlihan, St. Paul, MN / Matthew Houlihan, Rockford, IL / Curtis & Morgan Dale, Roann, IN / Devin & Dayna Dale, Andrews, IN. One brother, Lewis E. Dale is deceased. SERVICES WILL BE HELD WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2009 AT 1:00 P.M. IN PEABODY CHAPEL, 400 W. SEVENTH STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ONE HOUR PRIOR TO THE SERVICE AT THE CHAPEL. Pastor David Phillips will officiate and burial will follow in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
FRANKLIN COLBURN, 80, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Franklin Colburn, 80, North Manchester, IN died at 7:00 a.m. Monday, May 18, 2009 at his residence. He was born on June 8, 1928 in Hamilton, AL to Floyd & Nola (James) Colburn. On August 1, 1952 he married Martha Mullinix. She survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Mark (Nancy) Leiter, Bullhead City, AZ and Mrs. Alan (Diana) Macnak, Warsaw, IN and four grandchildren. Seven brothers and three sisters are deceased. He was a serviceman for Public Service Indiana for 36 years, retiring in 1985. Frank served in the US Air-Force from 1946-1949, was a life member and past commander of American Legion Post # 286. He was also a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. GRAVESIDE SERVICES WILL BE HELD SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2009 AT 11:00 A.M. IN OAKLAWN CEMETERY, 600 BECKLEY STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON FRIDAY, MAY 22, 2009 FROM 2 - 8 P.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY. Pastor David Overmyer and Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate. Military rites will follow. Those who wish to honor the memory of Franklin Colburn may contribute to the Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
JEANETTE TRIDLE, 90, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Lillian Jeanette Tridle, 90, North Manchester, IN died at 8:45 p.m. Friday, May 15, 2009 in Timbercrest Healthcare Center. She was born in Kosciusko County, IN on October 29, 1918 to Floyd & Marie (Fox) Newcomer. On June 2, 1934 she married Earl E. Tridle. He died November 12, 1986. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Phil (Earlene) Joseph, Toledo, Ohio and Alice Tridle, Bowling Green, KY. One grandhcild and three great-grandchildren. One Brother, Hubert R. (Alice) Newcomer and two sisters, Vivian Miller and Mrs. Eugene (JoAnne) Valentine, all survive at North Manchester. A brother, Ronald Newcomer and two sisters, Louise Goehler and Carolyn Noland are deceased. Jeanette was a homemaker and former member of the Eel River Community Church of the Brethren. She was a member of Manchester Church of the Brethren. SERVICES WILL BE HELD TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2009 AT 1:00 P.M. IN TIMBERCREST CHAPEL, 2201 EAST STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. Rev. Byron Miller will officiate. Burial will be in Spring Creek Cemetery, Sidney, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Jeanette Tridle, memorial contributions may be made to the Timbercrest Senior Living Community, PO Box 501, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
DAVID CORDRAY, 91, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
David Cordray, 91, Timbercrest Senior Living Community, North Manchester, IN died at 1:00 a.m. Saturday, May 9, 2009 in Timbercrest Healthcare Center. He was born November 13, 1917 in Baltimore, Maryland to David M. & Ruth Wiedemeyer (Nichols) Cordray. He graduated from Oberlin (Ohio) College in 1940 with a BS degree. He married Hazel (Roberts) Earl on December 12, 1954 in Baltimore, MD. She died in December 2004. He was retired owner of Cordray Landscape Co., Baltimore, MD. He and his wife lived in Phoenix, MD until 2002. In 2002 they moved to the Brethren Home in New Oxford, PA. David moved to Timbercrest Senior Living Community, North Manchester, IN, in 2005. He was a member of Liberty Mills Church of the Brethren, Liberty Mills, IN and Mount Moriah Lodge F & AM in Towson, MD. He is survived by one son, Merritt (Linda) Cordray, Alexandria, VA and one grandchild. NO SERVICES OR CALLING. At David's request the body has been cremated. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
CLEON D. OVERMYER, 85, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Cleon D. Overmyer, 85, North Manchester, IN and formerly of Laketon, IN died at 2:35 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 2009 in Peabody Healthcare Center. He was born June 7, 1923 to William McKinley & Grace (Johnson) Overmyer in Leiters Ford, IN. He graduated from Laketon High School in 1941, where he was senior class president and played on the basketball team. He was a US Coast Guard veteran serving during World War II. He attended the Akron United Methodist Church, Akron, IN. For many years he was a youth baseball coach in the North Manchester and Laketon area. He was a livestock farmer and co-owner with his father of the Laketon Elevator, Laketon, IN. Later he worked for United Telephone Co., Warsaw, IN. On June 1, 1944 he married Iris Virginia Blackwell. She died September 9, 1994. He is survived by two sons, Michael (Peggy) Overmyer, Warsaw, IN and Mitchell (Kendall) Overmyer, Fort Wayne, IN; one daughter, Mona (Mrs. Richard) Shepherd, Laketon, IN and five grandchildren. SERVICES WILL BE HELD TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2009 AT 10:30 A.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON MONDAY, MAY 4, 2009 FROM 5:00-8:00 P.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY. Pastor Duane Cragun and Pastor Karen Ottjes will officiate. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Cleon Overmyer, memorial contributions may be made to Laketon Wesleyan church, PO Box 213, Laketon, IN 46943 or Akron United Methodist Church, 121 N. Mishawaka St., Akron, IN 46910. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
AL J. DENEVE, 95, FORT WAYNE, IN
Al J. Deneve, 95, Fort Wayne, IN and formerly of rural North Manchester, IN died at 1:45 a.m. Thursday, April 30, 2009 in Coventry Meadows Healthcare, Ft. Wayne. He was born July 17, 1913 in Geneseo, IL to Edward & Sidonie (DeKoninck) Deneve. On June 7, 1936 he married Maxene Klinker. She died March 8, 2002. He was a retired farmer having farmed in Whitley and Kosciusko Counties for 45 years and was a mechanic at Deaton Equipment Sales, Claypool, IN for 25 years. He was a charter member, deacon and former Sunday school superintendent at Missionary Church, North Manchester, IN. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Clifford (Margaret) Clouser, Estero, FL and Mrs. Fred (Joan) Grossman, Fort Wayne, IN; one sister, Germaine Miller, Blacklick, OH; four grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. One brother, Frank Deneve, and one sister, Laura Gershbein, are deceased. SERVICES WILL BE HELD MONDAY, MAY 4, 2009 AT 2:00 P.M. AT NORTH MANCHESTER MISSIONARY CHURCH, 806 EAST STATE ROAD 114, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2009 FROM 2:00 - 5:00 P.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY AND ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SERVICES ON MONDAY AT THE CHURCH. Dr. John Moran will officiate. Burial in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Al Deneve, memorial contributions may be made to World Partners (Missions Dept. of the Missionary Church, Inc.), PO Box 9127, Fort Wayne, IN 46899. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
PAUL JEFFERSON "PJ" SCHULTZ, 25, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Paul Jefferson "PJ" Schultz, 25, North Manchester, IN died Friday, April 24, 2009 at 11:15 a.m. in Wabash County Hospital. He was born at Martin, KY on August 19, 1983. His father, Emery Jefferson Slone is deceased. His mother, Kathy (Schultz) Brubaker survives at North Manchester. Also surviving are a son, Ethan Michael Schultz, Roann, IN; a daughter, Emilee Erin Schultz, Roann, IN and a brother, Scott Schultz, Roann, IN. SERVICES WILL BE HELD TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 2009 AT 4:00 P.M. IN MCKEE MORTUARY. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON TUESDAY FROM 2 - 4 P.M. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate. For those who wish to honor the memory of PJ Schultz, contributions for final expenses may be made to McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
CHESTER B. ALLEN, 81, FORMERLY OF SILVER LAKE, IN
Chester B. Allen, 81, formerly of Silver Lake, IN died at 1:05 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, 2009 in Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester. He was born at Magoffin County, KY on March 30, 1928 to Smith & Hattie (Howard) Allen. On February 11, 1946 he married Naomi Ruth Oney. She died January 5, 2005. Chester had been a supervisor at the former Bryan Manufacturing in North Manchester and retired from Kinder Manufacturing at Warsaw in 1992. Surviving are one son, Chet Allen Jr., Fort Wayne, IN; two daughters, Mrs. Lynn (Dianna) Parker, Silver Lake, IN and Mrs. Phil (Debbie) Zile, North Manchester. Twenty-two grandchildren and forty-two great-grandchildren. One sister, Mrs. Canton (Ella Ree) Moore, Claypool, IN. One daughter, Patricia Parker died February 18, 1998. He was also preceded in death by his parents, one brother and four sisters. SERVICES WILL BE HELD SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2009 AT 2:00 P.M. IN MCKEE MORTUARY. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON FRIDAY, APRIL 17, FROM 3 - 7 P.M. AT THE MORTUARY. Pastor Kurt Stout will officiate and burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Chester B. Allen, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 601 W. Edison Rd., Mishawaka, IN 46545. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
CYNTHIA A. HOWARD, 74, WABASH, IN
Cynthia A. Howard, 74, Wabash, IN died at 10:05 a.m. Thursday, April 9, 2009 in Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Center, Wabash, IN. She was born May 6, 1934 in Cynthiana, IN to Lewis M. & Violet L. (Ripple) Sutton. She retired in 1997 from United Technologies, North Manchester, IN after 15 years. She was affiliated with the Wabash Freewill Baptist Church at Erie Street, Wabash, IN. She is survived by five sons, Earl (Jean) Howard, Pineallas Park, FL, Jesse (Donna) Howard, Kemp, TX, Jeffery Howard, Wabash, IN, James (Junita) Howard, Wabash, IN and Jonathon (Carrie) Howard, Kemp, TX; one daughter, Jamie (Mike) Mollett, Wabash, IN; one sister, Patsy Hadley, Princeton, IN; sixteen grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Two sons, two grandchildren and two brothers are deceased. SERVICES: MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2009 AT 3:00 P.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. CALLING: MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2009 1:00-3:00 P.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY. Rev. Hobert Meek officiating. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
DOROTHY MARIE NORDMAN, 83, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Dorothy Marie Nordman, 83, North Manchester, IN died at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, 2009 in Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester. She was born April 28, 1925 in Wabash County, IN to Herman Otto & Hannah Margret (Ferdinand) Nordman. She retired in 1989 from Controls Co. of America. She was a lifelong member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church and a devoted daughter to her parents. Surviving are a sister-in-law, several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by one sister and seven brothers. SERVICES WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2009 AT 10:30 A.M. IN MCKEE MORTUARY. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON THURSDAY, APRIL 9, FROM 6 - 8 P.M. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate and burial will follow at Laketon Cemetery, Laketon, IN. For those you wish to honor the memory of Dorothy, memorial contributions may be made to Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, 113 W. Main Street, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
MARY K. LYNCH, 75, CLAYPOOL, IN
Mary K. Lynch, 75, Claypool, IN died at 7:47 a.m. Saturday, April 4, 2009 in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, IN. She was born July 25, 1933 in Bonanza, KY to Jack & Biddie (Hackworth) Merritt. On March 1, 1953 she married Rex E. Lynch. He survives. Also surviving are a son, Edward E. Lynch, Claypool, IN and a daughter, Jane A. (William) Helblig Jr., Warsaw, IN. A brother, James (Bonnie) Merritt, Sidney, IN; two sisters, Irene Kraft, Kenton, OH and Beatrice Hackworth, Warsaw, IN. Three grandchildren, Jennica, Dustin and Eric Helblig. Two brothers and two sisters are deceased. Mary graduated from Sidney High School in 1950. She was a member of the Jackson Jr.'s Home Ec Club and a former member of the Sidney Elementary School PTA. She was a member of the Packerton United Methodist Church where she taught adult sunday school for many years.She was a homemaker and farm wife. SERVICES WILL BE HELD WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AT 10:00 A.M. IN MCKEE MORTUARY. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON TUESDAY, APRIL 7, FROM 2 - 8 P.M. AT THE MORTUARY. Pastor Ed French will officiate and burial will follow in South Pleasant Cemetery, Silver Lake, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Mary, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimers Association, 50 E. 91st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
DR. LARRY D. SHARPLESS, 71, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Dr. Larry D. Sharpless, 71, North Manchester, IN died Saturday, April 4, 2009 at 2:48 a.m. in Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester, IN. He was born in Willard, Ohio on November 7, 1937 to Williard & Stella (Lynch) Sharpless. On August 1, 1958 he married Joyce Coppler. She survives. Also surviving are a son, Mark Sharpless, Grosse Point Park, MI. Two daughters, Faith (Mark) Lunsford, Wake Forest, NC and Hope (Jim) Sobetski, Brownstown, MI. Four sisters, Judy Nye, Leesburg, FL; Cindy Lamer, Zeeland, MI; Sherry Johnston, Port Clinton, OH and Mary Ellen French. Four grandchildren. He was a US Navy veteran and a Presbyterian minister for 27 years. He graduated from Fostoria (Ohio) High School. He began studies at Gordon College in Boston, MA and finished his BA degree at Cedarville Collge, Cedarville, OH. He received his Masters Degree from Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL in 1968 and his Doctorate Degree from Trinity Seminary, Chicago, IL in 1987. He served churchs in Horeshoe, NC; Detroit, MI; and for 3 years at the Winona Lake Presbyterian Church, Winona Lake, IN. SERVICES WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT A LATER DATE. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
RICHARD L. SHANAHAN, 72, BARBEE LAKE, IN
Richard L. Shanahan, 72, Barbee Lake, IN died at 12:50 a.m. Thursday, April 2, 2009 in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, IN. He was born September 5, 1936 in Wabash County, IN to Paul & Gladys E. (Teems) Shanahan. He graduated from Chester High School, North Manchester, IN in 1954 and attended Michigan State University, Farrier School. He was a US Army Veteran 1954-1956. He was a member of the Eel River Community Church of the Brethren, Silver Lake, IN and American Legion Post 253, North Webster, IN. He was a Credit Manager for Our Sunday Visitor, Huntington, IN retiring in 2000. On September 18, 1960 he married Sandra K. Maloy. She died February 22, 2007. He is survived by one son, Sean (Pam) Shanahan, Columbia City, IN, one daughter, Tana (Terry) Moore, Jackson, TN, one sister, Patricia (Larry) Stackhouse, Bozeman, MT and six grandchildren. SERVICES WILL BE SUNDAY, APRIL 5, 2009 AT 2:00 P.M. AT EEL RIVER COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 2507 E. STATE ROAD 14, SILVER LAKE, IN. CALLING WILL BE ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SERVICES. Pastor J. P. Freeman officiating. Burial will be in Fisher Cemetery, Sidney, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Richard Shanahan, memorial contributions may be made to Kosciusko Home Health Care & Hospice, PO Box 1196, Warsaw, IN 46581. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
DR. A. BLAIR HELMAN, 88, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Dr. A. Blair Helman, 88, North Manchester, IN died Sunday, March 22, 2009 in Timbercrest Healthcare Center. He was born on Christmas Day in Windber, PA to Henry & Luie (Pritt) Helman in 1920. On June 22, 1947 he married Patricia Kennedy. She preceded him in death October 28, 2005. He graduated from Windber High School. Following high school he worked as a coal miner for the White-Berwin mines for three years to help support his family before he was able to attend college. He then enrolled in Bethany Bible Training School in Chicago, IL and went on to complete his college degree at McPherson College, where he was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. His Masters and Doctoral studies were conducted at the University of Kansas. He was pastor of three Church of the Brethren congregations in Kansas during those years in Newton, Ottawa, and Wichita. In 1956 he was named President of Manchester College at age 35. During his 30-year tenure, he started the Brethren Colleges Abroad Program, put emphasis on the International Peace Program, and was instrumental in adding sixteen buildings to the campus. He traveled to over 30 countries due to his passion for international study. He received five honorary doctorate degrees from Indiana University, Manchester College, Bridgewater College, McPherson College, and Juniata College. Among the many honors he received were, Indiana Academy in 1987- limited to 100 living members, Sagamore of the Wabash- the highest award the Governor of Indiana can bestow, Paul Harris Fellow by Rotary International Foundation, Award for dedication to Indiana Higher Education. Some of Dr. Helman's offices and board appointments include, Commission on Arms Control Education from the United Nations, Board of Directors for the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities; President for the Indiana Conference of Higher Education; Chairman and Interim President of the Council of Protestant Colleges and Universities; President of the Associated Colleges of Indiana and the President's Advisory Committee for the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA); policy board for the Department of Higher Education, National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA; and moderator of the Church of the Brethren- highest elective office in the denomination. After retirement the Helman's lived in Fort Wayne, IN where Dr. Helman was a member of the Fort Wayne Downtown Rotary Club and the Quest Club. He was a member of Manchester Church of the Brethren. In his personal life his greatest joy was seen in his relationships with family and friends, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by two daughters, Bunny Hill (Patrick), Wichita, KS and Patty Magaro (Raymond), Columbus, IN. Grandchildren; Hamilton, Harrison and Katie Hill; Matthew and Marshall Magaro. A brother and two sisters, Robert Helman, Leah Levin and Luella Edeline. SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 1:30 P.M. FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2009 AT CORDIER AUDITORIUM ON THE CAMPUS OF MANCHESTER COLLEGE. PASTOR KURT BORGMANN AND DR. JO YOUNG SWITZER WILL OFFICIATE. THE FAMILY WILL RECEIVE FRIENDS FOLLOWING THE SERVICE. PRIVATE BURIAL WILL BE IN OAKLAWN CEMETERY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO HONOR THE MEMORY OF DR. A. BLAIR HELMAN, MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS MAY BE MADE TO PRESIDENTIAL LEADERSHIP AWARDS / A. BLAIR & PATRICIA HELMAN HONOR SCHOLARSHIPS, MANCHESTER COLLEGE, 604 E. COLLEGE AVE., NORTH MANCHESTER, IN 46962 OR A. BLAIR & PATRICIA KENNEDY HELMAN CHARITABLE ENDOWMENT, C/O COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WABASH COUNTY, PO BOX 98, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN 46962 OR WICHITA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL, 9115 E. 13TH STREET, WICHITA, KS 67206. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
RONALD L. FRUITT, 72, WEST LAFAYETTE, IN
Ronald L. Fruitt, 72, of West Lafayette, IN died March 18, 2009 in Kosciusko County, IN. He was born on February 25, 1937 at Wabash County, Indiana to Floyd H. & Josephine M. (Shipley) Fruitt. On June 14, 1959 he married Phyllis Ross. She survives. He graduated from Sidney High School in 1954, Purdue University in 1959 and received his Masters degree from Purdue in 1965. Ron started his career at Purdue University in 1962 having positions that ranged from Hall Manager to eventually Vice President of Housing and Food Services. Under his responsibilities at Purdue were the Purdue Student Union, Elliott Hall of Music, and the Black Cultural Center. He retired in 1996 with the honorary title of Vice President Emeritus. He served as a special assistant to the director of the Purdue Alumni Association for 5 years after his retirement. Ron dedicated his life to help others and always found time to help those in need. He was a member of Lynn Treece Boys Club, board of directors of Home Hospital, chairman of Tippecanoe County United Way, and board of directors president of Westminster Village. He was former chairman of the Tippecanoe County Republican Party, former member of the Tippecanoe County Council and a member of Ag Extension of Tippecanoe County. While at Purdue he was involved in Sir Sire of the Purdue Glee Club, advisor to The Rheamer Club, and awarded Old Masters Honorary from the university. He was an avid supporter of all Purdue athletics being heavily involved with the John Purdue Club, Downtown Grid Iron Club, and Fast Breakers. Ron and Phyllis only missed four home football games since 1962. He was a member of First United Methodist Church, West Lafayette. Surviving are three sons; Mark Fruitt, David Fruitt, Steven (Debbie) Fruitt, all of West Lafayette, IN. One daughter, Nancy (Dave) Halsema, Springboro, OH. Three brothers, Eldon (Marianne) Fruitt, Danny (Debbie) Fruitt, both of North Manchester, IN and Leon (Addie) Fruitt, Florida. Sis sisters; Joan Franklin, Ft. Wayne, IN; Norma (Todd) Rager, Roann, IN; Carol (Max) Richard, South Bend, IN; Janet Michael, Chicago,IL; Janine (Anthony) Batta, West Lafayette, IN; Sharon (James) Dunnuck, Columbia City, IN. Three grandchildren, Mya Rose Fruitt, Nick Halsema and Megan Halsema. SERVICES WILL BE HELD SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2009 AT 1:00 P.M. IN FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 1700 STATE ROAD 26 WEST, WEST LAFAYETTE, IN. THE FAMILY WILL RECEIVE FRIENDS FOLLOWING THE SERVICE. REV. DANIEL J. BERGER WILL OFFICIATE. ADDITIONAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2009 AT 11:00 A.M. IN EEL RIVER COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 2507 E. STATE ROAD 14, SILVER LAKE, IN. Burial will be in Fisher Cemetery, Sidney, IN. Contributions are encouraged to the Purdue Musical Organization-Ronald L. Fruitt Memorial Fund, 403 W. Wood St., West Lafayette, IN 47907. Please make gifts payable to Purdue Foundation with notation to PMO. Contributions may also be made to the West Lafayette United Methodist Church, 1700 State Road 26 West, West Lafayette, IN 47906. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
PHYLLIS ELNORE O'REILLEY, 74, FORT WAYNE, IN
Phyllis Elnore O'Reilley, 74, Fort Wayne, IN died at 2:48 a.m. Thursday, March 19, 2009 in Byron Healthcare Center, Fort Wayne, IN. She was born June 14, 1934 in Ligonier, IN to Steven P. & Addie (Denton) O'Reilley. She was a retired secretary and a member of South Wayne United Methodist Church, Fort Wayne, IN. Two brothers and two sisters are deceased. GRAVESIDE SERVICES FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2009 AT 2:00 P.M. IN MOUNT GILBOA CEMETERY, BENTON COUNTY, IN. NO CALLING. Rev. Jack Snell officiating. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
EGON W. BORGMANN, 72, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Egon W. Borgmann, 72, North Manchester, IN died at 6:00 a.m. Friday, March 13, 2009 in his residence. Over the last year he had overcome a series of obstacles in his recovery from injuries sustained in an auto accident in March 2008, and had successfully reclaimed his life and place in the community. He was born March 16, 1936 in Stettin, Germany, resettling with his family in Uelzen, Germany, in 1945 as a war refugee. He came to the United State as an exchange student in 1953 where he stayed with the family of Carl and Doreen Myers in Roaring Spring, PA. There he met his future wife, Sandra Over. After returning to Germany and serving an apprenticeship in Import/Export, he immigrated to the United States. He married Sandra on June 25, 1960. He subsequently graduated from Temple University and received an M.B.A. from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He worked for the Dupont Company in Wilmington, Delaware before committing his energies to starting his own buisness in international marketing and teaching in the business program at Ursinus College. Most recently he worked as the Finance Director at the Red Cross of the Delmarva Peninsula. After retirement, he moved with his wife Sandra to North Manchester, IN where he was an active member of the Manchester Church of the Brethren. He was the beloved and courageous father of three children and grandfather of seven grandchildren. He enjoyed soccer, canoeing, hiking, reading, and taking on new challenges. He was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Sandra Borgmann, she died March 3, 2008, and his parents, Margarete and Walter Borgmann. He is survived by his children, Karin (John) Borgmann-Winter of Conshohocken, PA, R. Kurt (Loyce) Borgmann of North Manchester, IN, Kevin (Haise) Borgmann of Washington, DC, sister, Inge Whelpdale of Dalington, England and seven grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at the Manchester Church of the Brethren, Saturday, April 11, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. with visiting to follow. For those who wish to honor the memory of Egon Borgmann, memorial contributions may be made to Manchester Church of the Brethren, PO Box 349, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
NANCY R. MARCUM, 67, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Nancy R. Marcum, 67, North Manchester, IN died at 7:53 a.m. Thursday, March 12, 2009 in Parkview Hospital, Ft. Wayne, IN. She was born in Logan, WV on September 23, 1941 to Lonnie & Bennetta Rose (Trent) Harmon. On January 9, 1960 she married Bernard L. Marcum. He survives. Nancy was a homemaker and worker at Singer Controls for over 20 years. Also surviving are a son, Aaron W. Marcum, North Manchester, IN; three daughters, Kimberly Taylor, Fishers, IN; Nancy A. (Matthew) Poe, Claypool, IN; Cindy (Matt) Powell, Roann, IN. One brother, Lonnie (Rachel) Harmon, North Manchester, IN ; three sisters, Peggy (Frank) Hensley and Jean (Eugene) Sizemore, both of North Manchester, IN and Marilyn Day (Biff) Lewis, Green River, WY. Nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Nancy has two brothers and one sister deceased. SERVICES WILL BE HELD MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2009 AT 1:00 P.M. IN CLAYPOOL FULL GOSPEL TABERNACLE, 206 N. MAIN STREET, CLAYPOOL, IN. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON MONDAY FROM 11:00 A.M. TO 1:00 P.M. AT THE CHURCH. Pastor Ralph Dotson will officiate and burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery, Claypool, IN. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
CHARLIE H. BRUBAKER, 85, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Charlie H. Brubaker, 85, North Manchester, IN died Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at 3:50 a.m. in Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester, IN. He was born January 7, 1924 in Roanoke County, VA to Henry & Nannie (Boone) Brubaker. On January 22, 1948 he married Eloise E. Coning. She survives. Charlie worked at Cyclone Manufacturing, Urbana, IN for 40 years. Retiring in 1989. He was a member of Old German Baptist Brethren Church, North Manchester, IN. In addition to his wife he is survived by one son, Alan "Pete" (Monica) Brubaker, North Manchester, IN; two daughters, Nancy (Tony) Hantleman, New Paris, IN & Loretta (Larry) Blocher, North Manchester, IN; one brother, Robert (Carol) Brubaker, Eldorado, OH; two sisters, Frances (Ernest) Wolf, Roanoke, VA & Lucy Reed, Roanoke, VA; nine grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. Five brothers and one sister are deceased. SERVICES: SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 2009 AT 10:00 A.M. AT OLD GERMAN BAPTIST BRETHREN CHURCH, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. CALLING: SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2009 FROM 1:00-8:00 P.M. AT OLD GERMAN BAPTIST BRETHREN CHURCH, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. Home brethren officiating. Burial in Old German Baptist Brethren Cemetery, North Manchester, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
ALICE A. FINCH, 61, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Alice A. Finch, 61, North Manchester, IN died at 8:45 a.m. Saturday, March 7, 2009 in Peabody Healthcare Center. She was born September 19, 1947 in Bluffton, IN to Merlin Wayne & Blanche L. (Lanter) Estep. She was a homemaker and prior to her illness she worked at United Telephone Co., Warsaw, IN. She was a 1965 graduate of Wabash High School, member of St. Roberts Catholic Church, Women of the Moose and the Eagles Lodge. She was also a foster parent. Surviving are her mother, Blanche Estep, North Manchester, IN; a son, James Finch, Akron, IN; a daughter, Terena Finch, Tampa, FL. Three brothers, Steve (Debbie) Estep and Kevin Estep, both of Wabash, IN and John (Mary) Estep, Martinsville, VA. Five grandchildren, Shellby Finch, Daven Schaefer, Daryan Schaefer, Michael Bufkin and Dana Goss. GRAVESIDE SERVICES WILL BE HELD TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2009 AT 10:00 A.M. AT PLEASANT HILL CEMETERY, STATE ROAD 114 WEST, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. NO CALLING. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate. For those who wish to honor the memory of Alice A. Finch, memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, PO Box 4527, New York, NY 10163. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
OPAL J. STINE, 84, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Opal J. Stine, 84, North Manchester, IN died at 4:00 p.m. Friday, March 6, 2009 in Peabody Healthcare Center. She was born October 20, 1924 in Huntington, IN to Harry & Nora (Thompson) Williams. On October 16, 1949 she married Wilbur B. Stine. He died October 27, 1996. Opal had been employed with Heckman Bindrey for several years. Surviving are three sons, Larry (Sally) Stine, Poway, CA ; Marvin (Carol) Stine, North Manchester, IN ; James (Nancy) Stine, Goshen, IN ; three grandchildren and three step grandchildren. Three brothers and two sisters are deceased. GRAVESIDE SERVICES WILL BE HELD SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2009 AT 3:30 P.M. IN FAIRVIEW CEMETERY, SERVIA, IN. NO CALLING. Rev. Sue Babovec will officiate. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
MARVIA WILCOX, 83, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Marvia Wilcox, 83, North Manchester, IN died at 7:35 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2009 in Warsaw Meadows Healthcare Center, Warsaw, IN. He was born June 7, 1925 in Wabash County, IN to Ernest & Amelia (Rickert) Wilcox. He attended Lagro High School. He was a self employed farmer for 65 years and a salesman for DeKalb Seed for 50 years. Marvia attended Missionary Church, North Manchester, IN and was a member of Farm Bureau. He enjoyed raising horses and horse racing, hunting in Wyoming and travel. He enjoyed his grandchildren and great grandchildren. On April 6, 1947 he married Norma Hoover. She survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Mark (Judy) Wilcox, Silver Lake, IN, Rodney (Jill) Wilcox, North Manchester, IN and Scott (Kim) Wilcox, Urbana, IN; One daughter, Mrs. Duane (Jane) Zentz, Bourbon, IN; three brothers, Garland Wilcox, North Manchester, IN, Ernest Junior (Betty) Wilcox, North Manchester, IN and Joe (Mary Lou) Wilcox, Urbana, IN; one sister, Ruby Swihart, Roann, IN; fifteen grandchildren and ten great grandchilren. One daughter, Karen Estep, died in 1978. Three brothers, Marcellus, Eugene & Marion Wilcox and one sister, Maxine Schroll, are deceased. SERVICES: SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2009 AT 10:00 A.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. CALLING: FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2009 FROM 2:00-8:00 P.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. Pastor Dan Binkley officiating. Burial in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Marvia Wilcox, memorial contributions may be made to Warsaw Meadows Care Center 300 E. Prairie Street, Warsaw, IN 46580 or Missionary Church Building Fund, 806 E. State Road 114 E, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
LUCILLE V. CUMBERLAND, 86, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Lucille V. Cumberland, 86, North Manchester, IN died at 6:13 p.m. Monday, March 2, 2009 in Peabody Healthcare Center. She was born March 8, 1922 in Fulton County, IN to Herman & Rosa (Studebaker) Denton. She graduated from Grass Creek High School in 1941. She married Raymond Cumberland on January 18, 1942. He died December 28, 1993. She worked at Heckman Bindery for 15 years and Fort Wayne News Sentinel for 13 years. She was a member of Akron Church of God, Akron, IN and had been a resident of Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester, for 14 years. She is survived by one son, Raymond Cumberland Jr., Silver Lake, IN; seven daughters, Mrs. Wally (Sharon) Wollenhaupt, Silver Lake, IN, Mrs. Mike (Connie) Price, Wabash, IN, Mrs. Greg (Debbie) Bishop, North Manchester, IN, Mrs. Steve (Nancy) Sullivan, Fort Wollins, CO, Mrs. Carl (Bonnie) Clemons, Warsaw, IN, Mrs. Roger (Shirley) Price, Marion, IN and Mrs. Leon (Linda) Hoover, Amlin, OH; twenty-one grandchildren, twenty-three great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. SERVICES: THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2009 AT 2:30 P.M. AT CONGREGATIONAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH, 310 N. WALNUT STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. CALLING: ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SERVICES AT CONGREGATIONAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. Chaplain Sue Babovec and Pastor J. P. Freeman officiating. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Lucille Cumberland, memorial contributions may be made to Wabash-Miami County Home Healthcare, 710 N. East Street, Wabash, IN 46992. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
GERALDINE M. NORDMAN, 79, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Geraldine M. "Jeri" Schneider Nordman, 79, North Manchester, IN died at 4:00 p.m. Monday March 2, 2009 at the home of her daughter in Warsaw, IN. She was born November 13, 1929 in Kosciusko County, IN to Cecil H. Sr. & Lydia L. (Norton) Huntley. On August 15, 1947 she married Claude "Bud" Schneider. She then married Jack J. Nordman February 14, 1969. He died April 3, 2004. She was employed for 22 years at Sunnyside Farm and Hi-Grade plant retiring in 1993. She is survived by six sons, Claude Eugene Schneider, Madison, IN; James (Pat) Schneider, North Manchester, IN; Gery (Vickie) Schneider, Fort Wayne, IN; David Schneider, Peculiar, MO; Michael Schneider, Liberty Mills, IN and Eric S. Nordman, North Manchester, IN; one daughter, Linda (David) Holler, Warsaw, IN; two sisters, Dorothy Bressler, Fort Wayne, IN and Carla Thompson, Two Harbors, MN; fifteen grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren. One brother, three step brothers and one step sister are deceased. SERVICES: THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2009 AT 10:30 A.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. CALLING: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4, 2009 FROM 2:00-8:00 P.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. Pastor J. P. Freeman officiating. Burial in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, IN. For those who wish to hono the memory of Jeri Nordman, memorial contributions may be made to Kosciusko Home Care & Hospice, 902 Provident Dr., Warsaw, IN 46580. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
BARBARA RUTH SANDS, 89, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Barbara Ruth Sands, 89, North Manchester, IN died at 10:35 p.m. Saturday, February 28, 2009 in Parkview Hospital, Ft. Wayne, IN. She was born in Shelbyville, Illinois to Roy E. & Flossie A. (Rose) Runkel. On September 25, 1939 she married Richard O. Sands. He died May 4, 1976. Surviving are a son, Rick Sands, Bella Vista, AR and three daughters, Mrs. Phil (Linda) Frantz, Portland, IN; Sally Welborn, North Manchester, IN and Sandra Mitting, Wabash, IN. Five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Two brothers, Bill (Jeanne) Runkel and Richard (Carolyn) Runkel, both of North Manchester, IN. One brother and one sister are deceased. She was a homemaker, 1937 graduate of Chester High School, and a collector of rocks and shells. She enjoyed her family and friends and loved to garden. She was a member of Congregational Christian Church, North Manchester. SERVICES WILL BE HELD THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2009 AT 7:00 P.M. IN MCKEE MORTUARY. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON THURSDAY FROM 3 - 7 P.M. GRAVESIDE SERVICES WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, MARCH 6 AT 11:00 A.M. IN FAIRVIEW CEMETERY, SERVIA, IN. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate. For those who wish to honor the memory of Barbara Ruth Sands, memorials may be made to the Congregational Christian Church, 310 N. Walnut Street, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
M. IRENE BEERY, 93, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
M. Irene Beery, 93, North Manchester, IN died at 6:15 a.m. Thursday, February 19, 2009 in Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, IN. She was born August 13, 1915 in Chester Township, Wabash County, IN to William & Elizabeth (Grist) Pottenger. On October 28, 1934 she she married Donald W. "Dee" Beery. He died July 23, 2004. She graduated from Chester High School in 1933. She was a homemaker and worked at Manchester College in food service. Irene served as a 4-H leader for many years and was an avid golfer, receiving awards for her 2 holes-in-one which occurred 12 years apart but on the same hole. She was active at Timbercrest Senior Living Community and served on the food committee for many years and worked in the gift shop. She is survived by one son, Dewayne (Cindy) Beery, Buffalo, NY; four grandchildren, Susan H. Beery, Williamsport, PA, Matthew Doudt, Noblesville, IN, Sarah Diaz, State College, PA and Heidi Ramer, Kendallville, IN; one sister, Willodean (Gerald) Swank, Fort Wayne, IN and ten great grandchildren. One daughter, Karen Doudt, the deceased wife of David Doudt, died in 2001. Two sisters are also deceased. SERVICES: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2009 AT 1:30 P.M. AT TIMBERCREST CHAPEL, 2201 EAST STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. CALLING: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2009 FROM 1:00-5:00 P.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. Pastor Kurt Borgmann & Pastor Karen Eberly will officiate. Burial in Fairview Cemetery, Servia, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Irene Beery, memorial contributions may be made to Timbercrest Senior Living Community, PO Box 501, North Manchester, IN 46962 or Manchester Church of the Brethren, 1306 N. Beckley Street, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
WILMA E. SMOCK, 93, LAFONTAINE, IN
Wilma E. Smock, 93, LaFonatine, IN and formerly of North Manchester, IN died at 4:00 p.m. Monday, February 16, 2009 in Rolling Meadows Healthcare, LaFontaine. She was born November 23, 1915 in Harrisburg, IL to Oscar & Delma Lillian (Church) Thomas. On February 25, 1944 she married Walter H. Smock. He died March 13, 2005. Wilma was a homemaker. She is survived by her caregivers, Max & Ceolia Gray, Wabash, IN. Two brothers and nine sisters are deceased. SERVICES: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2009 AT 10:00 A.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. CALLING: ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SERVICES. Pastor Melissa Rice will officiate. Burial in South Whitley Cemetery, South Whitley, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Wilma, memorial contributions may be made to Wabash County Cancer Society, PO Box 144, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
ZOLA A. MILLER, 90, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Zola A. Miller, 90, North Manchester, IN died 12:50 a.m. Sunday, February 8, 2009 in Timbercrest Healthcare Center. She was born at Altoona, PA on August 5, 1918 to William & Mary Mae (Nelson) Simpson. On June 29, 1946 she married Rev. L. Byron Miller. He survives. Also surviving are two sons; Julian Miller, Bluffton, IN and Stanley (Linda) Miller, North Manchester, IN. Three daughters, Rowena (Darrel) Fourman, Fayetteville, GA ; Anita Miller, North Manchester, IN ; Lillian Long, Philippi, WV. One brother, Olin Simpson, Lititz, PA. Eight grandchildren, Brian (Kim) Fourman, Fayetteville, GA ; Heather (Anthony) Zias, Baltimore, MD ; Jordan Long and Kiersten Long, both of Philippi, WV ; Nelson Long, Washington, D.C. ; Emily Weikert, Troy, OH ; Cohen Marvel and Alysaa Marvel, both of North Manchester, IN. Four great-grandchildren, Kelly, Matthew, Hannah and Andrew Fourman, all of Fayetteville, GA. Five brothers are deceased, Dalbert, Melvin, Nelson, Loren and Wayne Simpson. One sister is deceased, Velma Fletcher. Zola graduated from Altoona (PA) High School in 1936. She attended Bible Training School at Bethany Seminary from 1941-1943. She graduated from Bridgewater College with a BA degree in 1945 and earned her Masters in Education from Ball State University in 1968. She taught elementary school for 16 years in Cambridge City, IN and Akron, OH. She was a member of the Manchester Church of the Brethren and Ohio State Teachers Association. SERVICES WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2009 AT 10:00 A.M. IN TIMBERCREST CHAPEL, 2201 EAST STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. FRIENDS MAY CALL ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SERVICES. CALLING ALSO ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, FROM 2 - 4 & 6 - 8 P.M. IN MCKEE MORTUARY. Burial will be in Ulrey Memorial Cemetery, Silver Lake, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Zola A. Miller, memorial contributions may be made to Manchester Church of the Brethren, 1306 Beckley Street, North Manchester, IN 46962 or Timbercrest Senior Living Community, PO Box 501, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
DUANE E. BECHTOLD, 89, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Duane E. Bechtold, 89, North Manchester, IN died at 4:25 p.m. Saturday, January 24, 2009 in Peabody Healthcare Center. He was born in Chester Township, Wabash County, IN to Ray & Fannie (Gill) Bechtold. On April 12, 1941 he married Ginevra J. Auker. She died December 16, 1999. Surviving are a son, Bob Bechtold, North Manchester and a daughter, Kay Eads, Wabash, IN. Four grandchildren, Bret (Michelle) Bechtold, Beth (David) Wampler, both of North Manchester. Tadd (Peggy) Eads and Terry Eads, both of Lagro, IN. Four great-grandchildren, Abby & Allison Eads and Austin & Trent Bechtold. A retired farmer, Duane was a member of Congregational Christian Church, Deming Lodge # 88 F & AM, and Moose Lodge # 1518, all at North Manchester. SERVICES WILL BE HELD WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2009 AT 11:30 A.M. IN MCKEE MORTUARY. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 27 FROM 5 - 8 P.M. AT THE MORTUARY. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate and burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Servia, IN. For those you wish to honor the memory of Duane Bechtold, memorial contributions may be made to Congregational Christian Church, 310 N. Walnut Street, North Manchester, IN 46962 or Wabash-Miami Home Healthcare & Hospice, 710 N. East Street, Wabash, IN 46992.
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DR. PAUL A. EILER, 78, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Dr. Paul A. Eiler, 78, North Manchester, IN died at 6:14 p.m. Sunday, January 18, 2009 in Lutheran Hospital, Ft. Wayne. He was born January 8, 1931 in Nampa, ID to Austin & Edna (Betts) Eiler. On August 30, 1953 he married Alma Morningstar. She survives. Also surviving are a son, Gary (Randa) Eiler, West Lafayette, IN; two daughters, Beth (Scott) Bolman, Lincolnshire, IL and Karen (Mike Sturgeon) Eiler, North Manchester, IN. A sister, Anne McKellip, Nampa, ID. Eight grandchildren. One brother and one siter are deceased. Dr. Eiler graduated from Nampa (ID) High School in 1949, Manchester College with a BA in 1953, and the University of Michigan Medical School in 1960. He did his intern training at McLaren Hospital, Flint, MI. He was co-founder of Manchester Clinic with the late Dr. Lloyd Smith, where he practiced medicine for the next 36 years. He was on the staff of Wabash County Hospital, a member of Indiana Medical Association and Wabash County Medical Society. He served on the 5 County Mental Health Board. A member of First Brethren Church, he sang with the choir and served as Sunday School teacher and Deacon. He enjoyed photography and had a love of animals and nature. SERVICES WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, JANUARY 23, 2009 AT 1:00 P.M. IN FIRST BRETHREN CHURCH, 407 N. SYCAMORE STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 22 FROM 2 - 5 & 6 - 8 P.M. AT MCKEE MORTUARY. Pastor Kurt Stout will officiate and burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. For those who wish to honor the memory of Dr. Paul Eiler, memorial contributions may be made to First Brethren Church, 407 N. Sycamore Street, North Manchester, IN 46962 or Timbercrest Senior Living Community, PO Box 501, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
MADELINE RUTH BASHORE, 87, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Madeline Ruth Bashore, 87, North Manchester, IN died at 4:15 a.m. Sunday, January 18, 2009 in Timbercrest Healthcare Center. She was born at North Manchester on November 6, 1921 to Floyd D. & Laura E. (Gall) Bashore. She was an inspector at Magnavox Corp., Ft. Wayne for 40 years retiring in 1983. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. Two brothers and one sister are deceased. Madeline was a 1939 graduate of Central High School and a member of the Lincolnshire Church of the Brethren, Ft. Wayne, IN. SERVICES WILL BE HELD WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2009 AT 2:00 P.M. IN TIMBERCREST CHAPEL, 2201 EAST STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SERVICES AT TIMBERCREST CHAPEL. Rev. Olden Mitchell will officiate and burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Madeline Bashore, memorials may be made to Timbercrest Senior Living Community, PO Box 501, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
RALPH P. CHAPMAN, 87, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Ralph P. Chapman, 87, North Manchester, IN died at 6:35 p.m. Friday, January 16, 2009 in Peabody Healthcare Center. He was born September 27, 1921 at Bonaqua, TN to Russell & Clara (Pluimer) Chapman. On July 11, 1942 he married Betty Barr. She died October 25, 2008. Surviving are a son, Bruce Chapman (and companion Phillip Addario) Westport, Connecticut and a daughter, Mrs. Bill (Susan) Greer, North Manchester, IN. Two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Two brothers and one sister are deceased. He was a self-employed farmer for many years. He was employed with Bourbon Creamery for six years and the Laketon Creamery for fourteen years until it's closing. Later he worked for Endicott Church Furniture Co., Warsaw, IN retiring in 1984. Ralph served with the U.S. Army from 1942-1945 and was a Tech Sergeant in Patton's 3rd Army, 80th Division. He received two Purple Hearts for injury in service, one with Oak Leaf Cluster. He also received the EAME Theater Ribbon with three Bronze Stars. He was a life member of the American Legion Post # 402, Laketon, IN , a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Disabled American Veterans. A member of Congregational Christian Church, he enjoyed refinishing furniture, woodworking and caning chairs. SERVICES WILL BE HELD MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2009 AT 1:00 P.M. IN PEABODY CHAPEL, 400 W. SEVENTH STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER. FIRENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ONE HOUR PRIOR TO THE SERVICE. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate and burial will follow at Reichter Cemetery, Talma, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Ralph P. Chapman, memorials may be made to the Congregational Christian Church. 310 N. Walnut Street, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
ELDON J. SINCROFT, 87, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Eldon J. Sincroft, 87, North Manchester, IN died at 4:32 a.m. Sunday, January 11, 2009 in Lutheran Hospital, Ft. Wayne, IN. He was born August 2, 1921 in North Manchester to Harley & Ethel (Cover) Sincroft. On December 20, 1941 he married Marjorie L. Lautzenhiser. She survives. Also surviving are three sosns, William (Coleena) Sincroft, Leesburg, IN; Ronald Sincroft, North Manchester, IN and John "Randy" (Marie) Sincroft, Warsaw, IN. Two daughters, Nancy (Bob) Friddle, Warsaw, IN and Sherri (Bill) Trick, Tuscaloosa, AL. Twelve grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. One grandchild, one brother and one sister are deceased. Also surviving is a sister, Norma Jeanne (DeWayne) Monce, North Manchester. He was a 1939 grandaute of Central High School and attended Manchester College. After marriage Eldon worked at the former Studebaker Aviation in Fort Wayne. Later he was a salesman for the former National Mill Supply Co. at Fort Wayne, Manchester Foundry, North Manchester and Abresist Corp, at Urbana, IN. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, North Manchester. SERVICES WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2009 AT 1:00 P.M. IN MCKEE MORTUARY. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, FROM 2 - 4 & 6 -8 P.M. AT THE MORTUARY. Pastor David Overmyer, Pastor Larry Ray and Pastor J.P. Freeman will offciate and burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, IN. For those who wish to honor the memory of Eldon J. Sincroft, memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association, 7363 E. 21st Street, Indianapolis, IN 46219 or United Methodist Church, 306 E. Second St. North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
ARDEN MORRIS, 80, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Arden Morris, 80, North Manchester, IN died at 1:30 a.m. Saturday, January 10, 2009 in Timbercrest Healthcare Center. He was born May 3, 1928 in DeKalb County, IN to A.F. & Alta (Harrison) Morris. On June 23, 1949 he married Vivian L. Zook. She survives. Also surviving are seven sons, Thomas Morris and Timothy Morris, both of Broken Arrow, OK. Ronald Morris, Wagoner, OK; Charles Morris, Colfax, CA; Kenneth Morris, Jeannette, PA; Larry Morris, New Jersey; David Morris, Pollock Pines, CA. Two daughters, Lousie Morris, Kona, HI and Karen Morris-Huffman, Ripon, CA. A brother, Leo Morris, Hendersonville, NC and a sister, Irene Morris-Ott, Churubusco, IN. Twenty grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. One son is deceased. Arden graduated from South Whitley High School in 1946 and received a B.A. degree in sociology from Manchester College. He was a social worker for the Pennsylvania State Welfare Office for 20 years and later for the Oklahoma State Welfare Office for 10 years until his retirement in 1992. He attended the Manchester Church of the Brethren and from 1957-1961 was a member of Bruderhauf in Farmington, PA. SERVICES WILL BE HELD TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2009 AT 10:00 A.M. AT TIMBERCREST CHAPEL, 2201 EAST STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN WITH CALLING ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SERVICES. Pastor Kurt Borgamnn will offciate. For those who wish to honor the memory of Arden Morris, memorial contributions may be made to Heifer Project, PO Box 767, Goshen, IN 46526 or Habitat for Humanity, 1111 E. Wallace St., Ft. Wayne, IN 46803. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
MYRIS L. COLLETT, 83, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Myris L. Collett, 83, North Manchester, IN died at 5:50 a.m. Sunday, January 4, 2009 at Hospice Home, Fort Wayne, IN. She was born at Wabash, Indiana on May 21, 1925 to Harley & Ethel (Cover) Sincroft. On August 9, 1946 she married Bill Miller. He died April 25, 1964. On October 27, 1964 she married Wayne Collett. He died May 27, 2000. A homemaker, she was a member of Congregational Christian Church, Psi Iota Psi and various veteran organizations. She was a 1943 graduate of Central High School. Surviving are three sons; Todd (Frances) Collett, Winona Lake, IN, Bill (Carol) Collett, North Manchester, IN and Jon Collett, Collamer, IN. Four grandchildren, Schuyler Collett, Amy Collett, Hayleigh Collett and Bethany Collett. Also surviving are a brother, Eldon (Marjorie) Sincroft, North Manchester, and a sister Norma Jeanne (DeWayne) Monce, North Manchester. One brother is decaesed. SERVICES WILL BE HELD WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2009 AT 1:00 P.M. IN MCKEE MORTUARY. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 6 FROM 2-4 & 6-8 P.M. AT THE MORTUARY. Pastor J.P. Freeman and Pastor Kurt Stout will officiate and burial will follow in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. For those who wish to honor the memory of Myris Collett, memorials contributions may be made to the Veteran's Memorial at Holderman Park, c/o American Legion Post # 286, 215 E. Main Street, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
RUBY CATHARINE MOORE, 98, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Ruby Catharine Moore, 98, North Manchester, IN and formerly of Warsaw, IN died at 1:07 a.m. January 1, 2009 in Peabody Healthcare Center. She was born at LaPlace, Illinois on April 15, 1910 to Frank & Dollie (Bahney) Wolfe. On May 3, 1941 she married Wesley Moore. He died February 15, 2006. Surviving are two sons, Stanley (Dee) Moore, North Manchester, IN and Duane (Diane) Moore, Muncie, IN. Five grandchildren, Liza Moore, East Lansing, MI; Jacob Moore (fiance' Alyssa Anglin), Loveland, CO; Eric Moore (fiance' Emily Buckwalter), Tempe, AZ ; Ryan Moore and Lori Moore, Tucson, AZ. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Emerson Wolfe and Russell Wolfe. She grew up living at times in Florida, North Manchester and Goshen,IN where she graduated from Goshen High School in 1928. She graduated from the International Business College in Fort Wayne and attended Manchester College for her teaching certificate. She was an elementary school teacher at Laketon, IN during the 1930's. Ruby and her husband lived in Michigan for a number of years where she was a foster parent, 4-H leader, a member of the Women's Christian Temperance Union and actively involved with the Methodist Church and the Church of the Brethren. In 1960 she moved with her family to the Warsaw area where she and her husband owned and operated Moore's Pizza until retirement in 1975. After moving to Warsaw she was a member of the North Winona Church of the Brethren and involved with the local Farm Bureau chapter. Her greatest loves were her faith, her family, her pets, and the world of nature. She was an accomplished piano player and especially enjoyed playing and singing church hymns. Her cooking was legendary along with her gardening, caring for her fruit trees, and canning the produce she grew. She was an avid bird watcher and observer of wild flowers. She loved caring for her animal friends, both large and small. SERVICES WILL BE HELD SATURDAY, JANUARY 3, 2009 AT 2:00 P.M. IN PEABODY CHAPEL, 400 W. SEVENTH STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SERVICES. Rev. Sue Babovec will officiate and burial will follow in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, North Manchester. For those who wish to honor the memory of Ruby, memorial contributions may be made to the North Winona Church of the Brethren, 2475 E 100 N, Warsaw, IN 46580 or the National Audubon Society, Building 30 Fort Missoula Road, Missoula, MT 59804. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
GLADYS V. KENNEDY, 87, WINONA LAKE, IN
Gladys V. Kennedy, 87, Winona Lake, IN died at 9:40 a.m. Monday, December 29, 2008 in Grace Village Healthcare Center, Winona Lake, IN. She was born at Conneaut, Ohio on February 20, 1921 to Henry & Hazel (Winan) Parris. On December 31, 1941 she married Myrl Thomas "Tom" Kennedy. He died January 10, 1991. Surviving are one son, Raymond "Budd" (Gale) Kennedy, Satsuma, FL and one daughter, Mrs. Bob (Marie) Quick, North Manchester, IN. One sister, Florence Hicks, Puyallup, WA. Eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a grandson, one brother, three sisters and a daughter, Tomma Sims who died February 18, 1993. Gladys had been employed at Chamberlain Products at South Whitley, IN and Carson-Perie-Scott Department Store in Michigan City, IN. She was a member of the United Methodist Church. SERVICES WILL BE HELD TUESDAY, JANUARY 6, 2009 AT 10:00 A.M. IN GRACE VILLAGE CHAPEL, 1325 WOOSTER ROAD, WINONA LAKE, IN WITH PASTOR GLENN BYERS OFFICIATING. ADDITIONAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 11:00 A.M. SATURDAY, JANUARY 10, 2009 IN EAST CONNEAUT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, CONNEAUT, OHIO. BURIAL WILL BE IN KELLOGGSVILLE CEMETERY, CONNEAUT. For those who wish to honor the memory of Gladys, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Village Retirement Community, 337 Grace Village Dr., Winona Lake, IN 46590 or to the donor's choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
MARTHA M. JACOBS, 88, SILVER LAKE, IN
Martha M. Jacobs, 88, Silver Lake, IN died at 2:35 p.m. Friday, December 12, 2008 in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, IN. She was born in Wabash County, Indiana on November 10, 1920 to Wilfred & Ina (Price) Oldfather. On February 2, 1940 she married Lewis I. Jacobs. He survives. Also surviving are two sons, Michael (Kathleen) Jacobs, Bippus, IN and Sam Jacobs, Laketon, IN. One daughter, Mrs. Walter (Linda) Fulton, Andrews, IN. A sister, Naomi Floor, Silver Lake. Six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parnets, five brothers and three sisters. A homemaker, she was a member of the South Pleasant United Methosist Church and a charter member of the United Methodist Women. SERVICES WILL BE HELD WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2008 AT 11:00 A.M. IN DELAUGHTER-MCKEE MORTUARY. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON TUESDAY FROM 4 - 8 P.M. AND ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SERVICES ON WEDNESDAY. Pastor Nikki Marker will officiate and burial will follow in South Pleasant Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the South Pleasant United Methodist Church, c/o 5064 W 1400 N, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
LAWRENCE G. STEWART, 99, FORMERLY OF RURAL ROANN, IN
Lawrence G. Stewart, 99, formerly of rural Roann, IN died Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 8:48 p.m. in Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester, IN. He was born January 12, 1909 in Paw Paw Township, Wabash County, IN to Ernest A. & Maude (Butler) Stewart. He graduated from Urbana High School, Urbana, IN, class of 1927. On January 12, 1929 he married Kendall Lucille Swygart. She died February 9, 1995. He was a retired farmer, member of Roann Christian Church, Roann, IN and avid fan of I.U., Purdue, Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds and St. Louis Cardinals. He also loved harness racing. He is survived by six grandchildren, John Schmalzried, North Manchester, IN, Thomas Stewart, South Korea, Marci (Stewart) Hamilton, Fort Wayne, IN, Steve Ferrer, Indianapolis, IN, Susan Ferrer, Indianapolis, IN and James Ferrer, Indianapolis, IN; seven great grandchildren, Justin Schmalzried, Natalie Stewart, Colton Stewart, Megan Stewart, Samuel Ferrer, Sydney Hamilton and Hannah Stewart. He was preceeded in death by one son, Winston Stewart, two daughters, Joanne Ferrer & Peggy Schmalzried, one grandson, David Stewart, one granddaughter, Janet Schmalzried, one great grandson, Cameron Stewart and one sister, Sarah Evelyn Stewart. CALLING: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2008 FROM 11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. AT DELAUGHTER-MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. SERVICE: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2008 AT 1:00 P.M. IN DELAUGHTER-MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. Pastor Dan Binkley will officiate. Burial will be in Laketon Cemetery, Laketon, IN. Memorial contributions may be made to Donors Choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
EDITH MAE MILLER, 92, FORMERLY OF CLAYPOOL, IN
Edith Mae Miller, 92, formerly of Claypool, IN died at 4:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 9, 2008 in Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester, IN. She was born June 11, 1916 in Floyd County, KY to James & Julia (Green) Dixon. On December 22, 1939 in Water Gap, KY she married Jack Miller. He died January 18, 1972. She was a homemaker and attended Pleasant Valley United Baptist Church, rural Silver Lake, IN. She is survived by one son, Gary Ray Miller, Claypool, IN; three daughters, Mrs. Don (Julia Ann) Bartley, Enterprise, AL, Linda Sue Blanton, Claypool, IN and Mrs. Chris (Connie) Gates, Claypool, IN; two brothers, Jimmie Dixon & Johnnie Dixon both of Prestonsburg, KY; one sister, Mrs. Smith (Sulie) Marsillett, Prestonsburg, KY; fourteen grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and ten great great grandchildren. One son, one brother and one great grandchild are deceased. SERVICES: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2008 AT 11:00 A.M. AT DELAUGHTER-MCKEE MORUTARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. CALLING TWO HOURS PRIOR TO SERVICES. Elder Harold Vance will officiate. Burial in Rose Hill Cemetery, Silver Lake, IN. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 50 E. 91st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
PAULINE HOOVER, 92, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Pauline Hoover, 92, Timbercrest Senior Living Community, North Manchester, IN died at 3:50 a.m. Friday, December 5, 2008 in Timbercrest Healthcare Center. She was born at North Canton, Ohio on November 18, 1916. Her parents Samuel & Alice (Mishler) Holl are deceased. She graduated in May 1937 from Manchester College majoring in English, Business English and Library Science. In the summer of 1938 she received teaching licenses for Ohio and Indiana. She was a librarian and taught English at Elmhurst High School,Fort Wayne from August 1938 - December 1939. After marriage she was a homemaker and bookkeeper for Hoover Farms. On December 24, 1939 she married H. Robert Hoover. He died February 9, 2006. Surviving are two sons, Steve (Elit) Hoover, Roanoke, IN and John (Karin) Hoover, Knoxville, TN. A daughter, Mary Ann (Gary) Frey, North Manchester, IN. Nine grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Two grandchildren, one sister, three half brothers and two half sisters are deceased. Pauline was a member of Manchester Church of the Brethren. SERVICES WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2008 AT 2:00 P.M. IN TIMBERCREST CHAPEL, 2201 EAST STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL AT THE CHAPEL TWO HOURS PRIOR TO SERVICES. Pastor Kurt Borgmann and Rev. David Rogers will officiate and burial will follow in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. Memorials may be made to Timbercrest Senior Living Community, PO Box 501, North Manchester, IN 46962 or Manchester Church of the Brethren, 1306 Beckley Street, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
WILLIAM A. "BILL" SMILEY, 64, SILVER LAKE, IN
William A. "Bill" Smiley, 64, Silver Lake, IN died Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at 6:05 p.m. in his residence. He was born June 4, 1944 in Warsaw, IN to Bert & Georgia (Warren) Smiley Jr. He graduated from Atwood High School in 1962 and was a US Army veteran. Bill retired in 1999 from R.R. Donnelley & Sons, Warsaw, IN after 36 years of service. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was a member of the John C. Peterson American Legion Post #0049 in Warsaw, IN. On August 19, 1967 he married Juanita "Tina" Royce. She survives. Also surviving are one son, Shawn (Heidi) Smiley, Fort Wayne, IN; one daughter, Kristina M. Smiley, North Manchester, IN; five grandchildren, Cristofer Smiley, North Manchester, IN; Brittany Smiley, North Manchester, IN; Derek Smiley, Fort Wayne, IN; Dustin Smiley, Fort Wayne, IN and Treyvin Moss, Fort Wayne, IN. Two sons and one brother are deceased. SERVICES: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2008 AT 3:00 P.M. AT DELAUGHTER-MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. CALLING: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2008 1:00-3:00 P.M. AT DELAUGHTER-MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. Rev. Richard W. Harris will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to Police Athletic League, 2121 Olladale Dr., Fort Wayne, IN 46808 or Girl Scout Troop 46758 c/o 404 W. 4th Street, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by using the link above.
LACY E. CARPENTER, 86, FORMERLY OF ROANN, IN
Lacy E. Carpenter, 86, formerly of Roann, IN died at 6:15 a.m. Friday, November 28, 2008 in Rolling Meadows Healthcare, LaFontaine, IN. He was born in Ashland, KY on February 8, 1922 to Henry & Lola (Salyers) Carpenter. On October 18, 1944 he married Helen I. Clemons. She died September 5, 2002. Surviving are a daughter, Vickie Carpenter, Yelm, WA. Two sisters, Madge Buckley, Carleton, MI and Mable Fry, Frankfort, IN. Also surviving are three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son, one brother and three sisters. Lacy was a retired supervisor from General Tire in Wabash, IN. He was a WW II US Army veteran serving from 1942-1946 and attended Laketon Wesleyan Church. GRAVESIDE SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 11:00 A.M. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2008 IN LAKEVIEW CEMETERY, SILVER LAKE, IN. Rev. Rob Rensberger will officiate. Memorials may be made to Laketon Wesleyan Church, PO Box 213, Laketon, IN 46943. Condolences may be sent to the family by clicking the link above.
HERSHEL W. BUTCHER, 70, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Hershel W. Butcher, 70, North Manchester, IN died at 2:31 p.m. Thursday, November 27, 2008 in Wabash County Hospital. He was born September 2, 1938. On September 8, 2006 he married Janice (Marshall) Brainard. She survives. Also surviving are a step-son, Bill (Tammie) McNeeley, North Manchester and a step-daughter, Debbie Poole, North Manchester. One sister, Sarah Armstrong, Pekin, IL. Six step grandchildren. One brother is deceased. Bill was a retired chemical engineer for Central Soya at Ft. Wayne, IN. After retirement he was a consulting chemical engineer for Spallinger Millwright at Lima, Ohio. He attended Warsaw Community Church, Warsaw, IN. SERVICES WILL BE HELD TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2008 AT 12:00 P.M. IN DELAUGHTER-MCKEE MORTUARY. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY AT THE MORTUARY. Rev. Norman Conklin will officiate and burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. Memorials may be made to Wabash County Cancer Society, PO Box 144, North Manchester, IN. Condolences may be sent to the family by clicking the link above.
RAMON HERNANDEZ, 24, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Ramon Hernandez, 24, North Manchester, IN died Saturday morning in North Manchester. He was born November 6, 1984 in Fort Worth, TX to Ramon & Sandra (Whitaker) Hernandez. He was employed for the past 2 years in the maintenance department at Manchester Metals, North Manchester, IN. He is survived by his father, Ramon Hernandez, El Paso, TX; his mother, Sandra Hernandez, North Manchester, IN; Fiancé, Brittany Niccum, North Manchester, IN; Son, Nolan Hernandez, North Manchester, IN; Sisters, Jamie Rojewski, North Manchester, IN, Ashley Hernandez, North Manchester, IN and Angela Hernandez, Macy, IN; Maternal Grandmother, Dorothy Singer, North Manchester, IN and Paternal Grandmother, Lusia Hernandez, El Paso, TX. SERVICES WILL BE HELD WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2008 AT 2:00 P.M. IN DELAUGHTER-MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. CALLING WILL BE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2008 FROM 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. AT DELAUGHTER-MCKEE MORTUARY, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. Pastor J. P. Freeman will officiate. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, IN. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nolan Hernandez Fund, 404 E. South Street, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent to the family by clicking the link above.
MICHAEL R. ENGLAND, 47, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN
Michael R. "Butch" England, 47, North Manchester, IN died at 7:30 p.m. Friday in rural North Manchester. He was born April 12, 1961 in Wabash, Indiana to Lloyd & Myrtle (Rowe) England. They survive at North Manchester. Also surviving are two daughters, Kim England, Laketon, IN and April England, Huntington, IN. One brother, Rick "Chip" England, North Manchester, IN, a sister Kim (Rick) Robison, North Manchester, IN. He was a truck driver for Pierceton Trucking since May of 2008. Prior to that he was a driver for Cripe Transport for 6 years and had worked at Invensys Controls for 23 years. He enjoyed riding his Harley-Davidson, fishing, hunting and spending time with family. He attended Congregational Christian Church. SERVICES WILL BE HELD TUESDAY NOVEMBER 25, 2008 AT 11:00 A.M. IN CONGREGATIONAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH, 310 N. WALNUT STREET, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAY CALL ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, FROM 2 - 8 P.M. AT DELAUGHTER-MCKEE MORTUARY. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate and burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. Memorials may be made to the Michael England Memorial Fund. Condolences may be sent to the family by clicking the link above.