Obituaries
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Lauralyn K. Welty
Feb 1, 2026
Lauralyn Kay Welty, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, February 1, 2026, surrounded by her family at the age of 87. Born in Goshen, she was the daughter of Robert and Helen Rule (Sparklin). She lived a life filled with love and her presence will be missed by all who knew her.
Lauralyn was a proud graduate...
Johnny Baldridge
Feb 20, 2026
Johnny Baldridge, age 68, of Pierceton, passed away peacefully February 20, 2026 at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital. He was born on December 14, 1957 in Prestonsburg, Kentucky to Arthur and Renis Baldridge. He married Sandra Johnson on November 11, 1993.
Johnny worked in construction, where he worked as a welder. He enjoyed being outdoors where he enjoyed fishing and spending hours in...
Stanley Holderman
Feb 19, 2026
Stanley Holderman, age 92, of Warsaw, passed away surrounded by his family on February 19, 2026. Born on December 17, 1933 to Roy and Mary Ethel (Gragg) Holderman in Warsaw, IN. He graduated from Atwood High School in 1951. On March 31, 1956 he married Aleta Watkins and they raised two children, Larry and Bryan.
Stan was a man of many...
Rennick Grass
Feb 18, 2026
Rennick "Rick" Grass, age 71, of Warsaw, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on February 18, 2026, in Warsaw, Indiana. He was born on September 8, 1954 in Quebec City, Canada to Wendell and Arlene (McClintic) Grass. He married Cheryl Bruner on August 30, 1996.
Rick is survived by his devoted wife, Cheryl Grass, who stood by him...
Juan Perales
Feb 17, 2026
Juan A. Perales, age 73, of Warsaw, passed away on February 17, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on January 6, 1953 in Mission, TX to Juan J. and Celia (Flores) Parales. He married Sylvia Perales on July 15, 1983 . She passed away on April 13, 2022.
Juan cherished his family, with a deep affection for his grandchildren....
Deborah Miller
Feb 17, 2026
Deborah Miller, age 72, of Syracuse, who left this world on February 17, 2026, at Goshen Hospital. She was born on August 29, 1953 to Gean Ringler and Doris Ringler-Endland-Blackport, Deborah dedicated her life to her family and her passion for nurturing young minds as she owned and operated Grandma Debbie's Daycare for three decades, providing a loving environment for...
Ruth Way
Feb 16, 2026
Dorcas Ruth (Greenhow) Way of Cedar Springs, Michigan entered the loving arms of her Savior on February 16, 2026 in Warsaw, Indiana at the age of 103.
Ruth was born October 5, 1922 in Windsor, Ontario (Canada) to the late Hubert and Gladys Greenhow, the fourth of five daughters. She received nurses training during World War II at the Victoria Hospital...
Mindy Sue Ditton
Feb 16, 2026
Mindy Sue Ditton, age 49, of Warsaw, passed away on February 16, 2026, in her hometown of Warsaw, Indiana. She was born on June 16, 1976 in Warsaw, Indiana. Her parents were Donald M Shepherd and Lella Holbrook.
Mindy's interests reflected her vibrant personality; she had a fondness for shoes,cars and her dogs that always sparked joy and excitement in her...
Mario Garza Ramirez
Feb 15, 2026
Mario Garza Ramirez, of Warsaw, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 79. Born on January 19, 1947, in Abasolo, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, he was the son of Pablo Garza and Juana Ramirez Garza. Mario led a life rooted in hard work and a...
Cindy Sue Leslie
Feb 14, 2026
Cindy Sue Leslie, age 75, of Warsaw, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, in Warsaw, Indiana. She was born on May 9, 1950 in Goshen, Indiana to Nelson and Margaret Ann (Poyser) Felts. Cindy married James Leslie on February 20, 1971.
Cindy had a fulfilling career, retiring from United Credit Union where she worked as a Teller. Her professional journey...
Wanda Anders
Feb 14, 2026
Wanda May Anders, of Pierceton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center at the age of 80. Born on November 17, 1947, in Kosciusko County, Indiana, she was the daughter of Frank and Hazel Phillips (Elder).
After graduating from Pierceton High School in 1964, Wanda married Allan Anders on August 8, 1964. Together, they created...
Stephanie Kay Graff
Feb 14, 2026
After 600 days of extraordinary courage through countless doctor appointments, surgeries, and hospital stays, Stephanie Kay Graff, passed away peacefully, February 14th, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
Stephanie loved her husband, her daughter, and her dog more than anything. She was so proud of the life they built together- their home, their camping adventures, and their garden with her sunflowers....
Velma Baugher
Feb 10, 2026
Velma Burke Baugher, a woman of grace, faith, and industry, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Cedar Creek Nursing Home in Marion, IN. She was born on December 16, 1937, in Prestonsburg, KY to Raymond and Leona (Harmon) Burke. At the age of nine, Velma moved with her family to Indiana, where she later graduated from Gilead...
Martha L. Sellers
Feb 9, 2026
Martha Lou Sellers, of Warsaw, was called home on Monday, February 9, 2026, at Millers Merry Manor in Warsaw at the age of 88. Born on March 4, 1937, in Imboden, Arkansas, she was the daughter of William Owen and Eula Winchester (Weir). Martha carried her roots with pride throughout her life and embodied a presence that resonated deeply with...
Ruth Stork
Feb 8, 2026
Ruth Ann Stork, age 89, of Milford, went to see Jesus on Sunday, February 8, 2026. She passed at home with her family by her side. Ruth was born on December 20, 1936 in Coleman, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents Alton and Alice Carpenter who adopted her. She graduated from Coleman Michigan High School in 1955.
On...
Stephen Reed
Feb 8, 2026
Stephen Reed, age 67, of North Webster, passed away unexpectedly in Columbia City on February 8, 2026. He was born on May 19, 1958 to Stanley and Harriet Reed. He was a cherished member of the Syracuse community, where he spent over 30 years working at Rinker Boats.
Stephen was known for his sweet and loveable nature. His sense of humor...
Marjorie Harmon
Feb 7, 2026
Marjorie Harmon, lovingly known as Marj, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne at the age of 73. She was born on December 25, 1952, in Wabash, the daughter of Elmer and Opal Hanes (Wray). Marj was a 1971 graduate of Mentone High School, where she played in the marching band....
Desmond "Joe" Conlan
Feb 7, 2026
Desmond “Joe” Joseph Conlan, age 91, a resident of the Timbercrest Retirement Home in North Manchester, Indiana passed away at Parkview Regional Medical Center on February 7, 2026.
He was born on July 28, 1934 in Corona, New York to Robert Joseph Conlan and Eileen Lindsay Conlan. After graduating in 1952 at Bishop-Laughlin High School in Brooklyn, N.Y. he joined the...
Chrystal Amburgy
Feb 6, 2026
Chrystal A. Amburgy, age 68, of Warsaw, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026 at her home. She was born on November 20, 1957 in Richmond, Virginia to Robert Amburgy and Ellen (Foley) Crum.
Throughout her life, Chrystal embraced a variety of interests that brought joy not only to herself but also to those around her. She cherished long trips, often...
Judy L. Clampitt
Feb 6, 2026
Judith Louise Clampitt, of Winona Lake, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 78. Born on May 6, 1947, in Wabash County, she was the daughter of Walter and Evelyn Shireman (Blair). Judy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose warmth and...
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