Obituaries

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Jeannie K Galbreath

Jeannie K Galbreath

Dec 7, 2024

Jeannie Galbreath, age 82, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully at Ascension Sacred Heart Living in Avilla, IN on December 7, 2024 after a twenty year battle with Parkinson's. 

She was born on September 24, 1942 in Lawrence, Michigan to Robert and Rebecca (Surface) Sousely.

After graduating from Riley High School she went to receive her undergraduate degree from Manchester College. Later, she...

Gary K. Williams

Gary K. Williams

Dec 6, 2024

Gary Kent Williams, passed away peacefully at home in Atwood on December 6, 2024. He was 84 years old. Gary was born on December 27, 1939, in Denmark, Ohio to Howard and Lois Garman Williams. Gary grew up in Atwood, where he attended Atwood School and graduated from Atwood High School.

Gary dedicated his professional life to hard work, with notable...

Thomas "Tom" E. Durik

Thomas "Tom" E. Durik

Dec 4, 2024

Thomas "Tom" E. Durik, of Leesburg, passed away unexpectedly at his home on December 4, 2024, at the age of 56. Arrangements are pending with Titus Funeral Home of North Webster. 

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Phillip "P. J." John Wilson

Phillip "P. J." John Wilson

Dec 3, 2024

Phillip John Wilson, known to most as P.J. passed away on December 3, 2024, at Miller's Merry Manor in Warsaw. He was born on April 14, 1976, in Winamac, Indiana, he was the cherished son of Fredrick Wilson and Sheila Antrim Wilson.

A vibrant individual, P.J. was a lifetime resident of Warsaw and proudly graduated from Warsaw Community High School in...

Lavivian "Viv" Hagan

Lavivian "Viv" Hagan

Dec 2, 2024

Lavivian L. Hagan, affectionately known to many as Viv, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2024, at Barbee Lake, surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 82. Born on January 16, 1942, in Blue Creek, Ohio to Everett and Kathleen Evans. 

Viv attended Friendship High School in West Portsmouth, Ohio. She began her career in banking, working as a...

Rachel Brown

Rachel Brown

Dec 2, 2024

Rachel Brown, age 27, passed away in her residence on December 2, 2024. She was born on June 6, 1997, in Warsaw, Indiana to Rod Blankenship and Jennifer Scott. She was a devoted stay-at-home mom, Rachel's life radiated warmth and creativity, deeply enriching the lives of those around her. She attended Warsaw Community High School earning her GED. She married...

Cinda K. Cochran

Cinda K. Cochran

Dec 1, 2024

Cinda K. Cochran, age 73, of Indiana passed away on December 1, 2024. She was born on July 9, 1951, to Wymond “Pete” D. Luttman and Wanita F. Luttman in Kendallville, Indiana. Cinda was full of kindness and care for all those around her.

She attended Wawasee High School as well as Indiana Business College in Fort Wayne and Ivy Tech...

Terry L. Bowser

Terry L. Bowser

Dec 1, 2024

Terry L. Bowser, age 75, passed away at Lutheran Hospital on December 1, 2024. He was a lifetime area resident of the North Webster and Warsaw area. He was born on August 16, 1949 to Deverl and Evelyn (Lewallen) Bowser in Warsaw, IN. 

He was a graduate of North Webster High School class of 1967. He would marry Patty (Kellstrom) on...

Teresa Ward

Teresa Ward

Dec 1, 2024

Teresa Ward, of Warsaw, passed away unexpectedly in her home onSunday, December 1, 2024, just days shy of her 75th birthday. She was born on December 6, 1949, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the only daughter of Raymond and Fay Estes (Hiner).

Teresa’s adventurous spirit led her to live in Arizona for twelve years, where she formed numerous friendships that would enrich...

Heather Haberstich

Heather Haberstich

Nov 30, 2024

Heather Haberstich, age 32, of Benton, passed away unexpectedly on November 30, 2024. She was born on July 3, 1992 to Louis Davis and Leslie Vanover in Glasgo, Kentucky. Heather was also full of warmth and joy, fostering a spirit of love that touched everyone she met.

She attended Wawasee Community Schools. She also worked at Alliance RV in Elkhart. She...

Eric Eby

Eric Eby

Nov 29, 2024

Eric Eby, age 66, of Kimmell, passed away on November 29, 2024 at Parkview Randallia Hospital. He was born on June 7, 1958 in Fort Wayne, IN to Eugene and Helen (Lamb) Eby. He graduated from West Noble High School in 1977.

Eric worked as a mechanic at Ryder in Kendallville for many years and retired in 2019. Those who worked...

Randall Pollen

Randall Pollen

Nov 29, 2024

Randall “Randy” Paul Pollen, 73, of Milford, Ind., passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024, surrounded by his family after a long illness. Born in Harvey, Ill., to Charles and Jane (Haldewang), Randy spent his early years in Chicago Heights. A graduate of Eastern Illinois University, Randy played football on scholarship and met Donna Cleveland. Their 51-year marriage was a...

Manuel Tlahuetl

Manuel Tlahuetl

Nov 28, 2024

Manuel Apolinar Tlahuetl, age 24, of Warsaw, passed away due to an automobile accident on November 28, 2024. He was a son of Manuel Tlahuetl Moyotl and Brandi (Burns) Tlahuetl. Growing up in Warsaw, he attended Warsaw Community High School.

Manuel was known for being a hard worker. Maumee Paint Supply is where he currently worked in many different areas. He...

Diane Warren

Diane Warren

Nov 28, 2024

Diane Sue Warren was called home by the Lord on November 28, 2024. A lifetime resident of Kosciusko County, she was born April 10, 1947, to Austin and Mary (Fruit) Hull.

Diane was known for her kind heart and the love she held for the Lord and her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. A devoted Christian, every stranger she...

Ruth Timmreck

Ruth Timmreck

Nov 27, 2024

Ruth Etta (Smith) Timmreck, of Warsaw, passed away peacefully at her son's home on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, after a short fight for her health.

Born in Leesburg, to Virgil and Dorotha Smith, Ruth grew up with 13 brothers and sisters. She found time to enjoy bowling, fishing, cookouts and gardening, which helped round out her free time. Much of Ruth's...

Pirkko A. Miller

Pirkko A. Miller

Nov 25, 2024

Pirkko A. Miller, born on September 22, 1933, in Kauhava, Finland, passed away on November 25, 2024, in Loveland Colorado. She spent many years in Kosciusko County but moved to Colorado to be closer to her family. Pirkko dedicated over 30 years of her life to the field of Medicine, serving as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Room. Her...

Tom Stiver

Tom Stiver

Nov 25, 2024

Thomas Alan Stiver, known as Tom, was born on October 20, 1969, in Warsaw to Phil and Sue Stiver. He passed away on November 25, 2024 in Warsaw. Tom was an excellent concrete finisher and spent most of his career in concrete installation.

Tom was a graduate of Warsaw Community High School in 1989. He was known for his good-willed nature...

Bessie Joyner

Bessie Joyner

Nov 25, 2024

Bessie Ann Joyner, a pillar in the Warsaw community and leader in the movie industry, passed away peacefully on November 25th, 2024, surrounded by her loving family on the Feast Day of the Great Martyr Katherine. 

Born in 1934 in Anderson, Indiana, Bessie was the daughter of Nicholas and Martha Mallers, who built the beloved Lake Theater and Warsaw Drive-In Theater,...

Ron Prater

Ron Prater

Nov 25, 2024

Ron Prater, born on May 12, 1955, in Prestonsburg, Kentucky to Virgle and Pearl (Adams) Prater. He passed away on November 25, 2024 surrounded by his family at his Warsaw residence. He married Janice "Jan" Kuhn on December 9, 1973 in Bourbon, IN. 

Throughout his life, Ron was known for his steadfast career, initially working for Judd-Cook Chevy before spending many...

Julia A. Raypholtz

Julia A. Raypholtz

Nov 24, 2024

Julia A. Raypholtz, a dedicated mother and beloved member of her family, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Miller's Merry Manor in Warsaw, surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 87. Born on February 19, 1937, she was the daughter of Loren E. and Vera M. Carpenter.

Julia graduated from Wabash High School in 1955, where...