Obituaries
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Jeanne White
Jul 12, 2026
Jeanne White, age 80, of Winona Lake, passed away on July 12, 2026 in Winona Lake. She was born on July 29, 1945 in Robinson, Illinois to Raymond and Doris (Watkins) Klier. She married John White on December 22, 1977. He passed away 2006.
Jeanne graduated from Warsaw High School in 1963, building a foundation of lifelong friendships and lessons. Jeanne...
AnnaBelle Burnett
Jul 11, 2026
AnnaBelle Burnett, 99, of Grace Village Retirement Community, Winona Lake, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2026. She was born October 3, 1926 to Ruth and William Stutzman.
She married Rex Burnett in March 1945 and had four children. Linda Berger, Warsaw. Rex (Sarita) Burnett, McKinney, Tx., Toni Wheeler, Pierceton and Mike (Jan) Burnett, Lakeville, IN.
Their early years were spent on a...
Dana DeAngelis
Jul 11, 2026
Dana DeAngelis, age 86, of Silver Lake Indiana, formerly of Oak Lawn, Illinois, passed away peacefully Saturday July 11th, surrounded by her family. Dana was born in Poland and emigrated to Uvalde, Texas in 1949 with her parents and siblings. They relocated to Chicago, Illinois in 1952.
She met her soulmate and best friend John while working at Wittek Manufacturing in...
Scott L. Kessler
Jul 10, 2026
Scott Lee Kessler, of Columbia City, passed away peacefully with family at his side on July 10th, 2026 at the age of 70. He was born on April 4, 1956 in Auburn.
Scott is survived by wife of 49 years (06/25/1977) Tammie; son, Ryan Kessler, daughter, Tina with husband Charles Darr, son, Scotty with wife Danielle Kessler, son Robert with wife...
Mary Murphy
Jul 8, 2026
Mary Murphy, age 95, of Gilbert, Arizona, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2026. Arrangements are pending with Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 2000 Sheridan Street, Warsaw, IN 46580.
Please check back soon for a more complete obituary and service details.
Shawnee VanKirk
Jul 7, 2026
Shawnee Lynn VanKirk, 84, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026, following an extended illness. She was born on January 22, 1942, to the late Warren Ulery Jr. and Doris Ulery.
Shawnee found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved gardening, cooking, and, above all, spending time with her family. She will be remembered for her kind and caring heart, her...
Dana Stahly
Jul 6, 2026
Dana Lynn Stahly, 81, of Leesburg, IN passed away at 12:22 a.m. on July 6, 2026 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN after a brave battle with cancer. She will be remembered as the heart of the family, whose home was always a place for family and friends to gather, eat, drink, and laugh.
Born on July 18, 1944 to...
Carolyn Swick
Jul 6, 2026
Carolyn Alice Swick, of Mentone, passed away peacefully at Miller's Merry Manor in Warsaw on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born in Warsaw on November 16, 1941, the daughter of Carl and Lucille Byrer (Goshert).
She is survived by her children, Robin (Gene) Fosnaugh, Troy (Stephanie) Shull, and Tracy Shull; eight grandchildren; and two sisters,...
Raven Lynn Elliott
Jul 4, 2026
Raven Lynn Elliott, age 46, of Fort Wayne, passed away on July 4, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on February 28, 1980, in Warsaw, Indiana to James and Nancy (Bromley) Elliott. Her journey, though marked by too few years, was filled with moments of warmth, connection, and devotion to those closest to her.
Raven is survived by her...
Carson Shepherd
Jul 4, 2026
Carson Shepherd, of Claypool, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at Chateau Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Fort Wayne, just one day before reaching his 76th birthday. He was born in Prestonsburg, Kentucky on July 5, 1950, the son of John and Mary Shepherd (Ousley).
He was a graduate of Warsaw High School, earning his diploma in 1970. Soon after,...
Gabriel Dave De La Cruz
Jul 3, 2026
Gabriel Dave De La Cruz, age 43, of Warsaw, passed away unexpectedly on July 3, 2026. Born on May 12, 1983, Gabriel's life was marked by devotion to his family, dedication to his career, and a zest for the outdoors.
Family bonds were everything to Gabriel. He treasured time spent visiting loved ones in Detroit and relished the warmth and laughter...
Russell A. Kann
Jul 2, 2026
Russell Alan “Woolly” Kann, 80, Syracuse, died Thursday, July 2, 2026, at home surrounded by loved ones.
He was born Nov. 12, 1945, in Detroit, Mich., to Herbert and Mary Kann.
He married Wrenay (Lenfestey) Setser on June 16, 1989.
He graduated from Warsaw High School in 1964.
Russ was a longtime employee at R.R. Donnelly & Sons. He also was an employee of...
Thomas R Gard
Jun 28, 2026
Thomas R Gard, age 90, of Leesburg, passed away on June 28, 2026, in Leesburg, Indiana, just shy of his 91st birthday. He was born on July 6, 1935, in Richmond, Indiana to Edward and Althea Gard. His life was marked by a steadfast dedication to those around him, an enduring love for music, and a commitment to service and...
Rosa M. Peña Sierk
Jun 26, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rosa M. Peña Sierk on June 26, 2026. After 105 blessed years, she is at rest and watching over us all.
Rosa is survived by her grandchildren Noreen (Rob) Organek, Laurie (Jay Martinez) Blase, Michael (Heather) Blase, Henry Craig (Elizabeth) Sierk, Kelly Shepherd, niece Ida (Steve) Bender, and her son-in-law...
Abel J. De Leon
Jun 26, 2026
Abel De Leon, age 86, of Cromwell, passed away on June 26, 2026, in Cromwell, Indiana. He was born on January 21, 1940, in Pharr, Texas to Guadalupe De Leon and Antonia Martinez.
Abel's life journey began in Pharr, where his early years were guided by the values of hard work, kindness, and a deep respect for others. Abel proudly served...
Robert Peter Jr.
Jun 23, 2026
Robert W. Peter Jr. passed away in Leesburg, Florida, on June 23, 2026. He was born on October 31, 1957, in North Tonawanda, New York, he was the son of the late Robert W. Peter Sr. and Nancy Meyers Peter.
Robert is survived by his beloved wife, Sandy; his son, Christopher; his stepsons, Mike (Kim) and Jim Vickers; and his sisters,...
Maria Barley
Jun 22, 2026
The tiny but mighty Maria Barley, age 65, of Warsaw, passed away on June 22, 2026, at Stillwater Hospice. This one-of-a-kind woman was born in Brownsville, Texas, on March 19, 1961.Maria began working in the agricultural fields of the Midwest in her early teens. She eventually followed her family and settled in the Warsaw area. A hardworking woman who was...
David F. Byers
Jun 22, 2026
David F. Byers, age 70, of North Webster, Indiana, passed away on June 22, 2026. He was born on August 1, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan, to Rev. Clyde and Betty (Macdonald) Byers.David spent his childhood in northern Indiana, experiencing life in communities including Burket, Kendallville, and Galveston as his father served in the United Methodist Church. Summers were often spent...
Jennifer Weaver
Jun 19, 2026
Jennifer Weaver, age 65, of North Webster, passed away on June 19, 2026. She was born on October 14, 1960, in Tulare, California to Alex and Janet (MacMillan) Weaver.
Jennifer’s life journey began in the warmth of California’s Central Valley, where she was born and raised. She graduated from Tulare Union High School in 1978 and also earned her business degree...
Anita Osborn
Jun 18, 2026
Anita Eddingfield Osborn, 86 of Greenwood, passed away June 18, 2026 at Franciscan Hospice House. Anita was born in Durham, Connecticut to Rev. Alfred L. and Mrs. Mildred Williams Eddingfield. Her father was doing a graduate study at Yale University while pastoring a church in Durham. He then accepted a pastorate in Oyster Bay, Long Island, New York, where Anita‘s...
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