Obituaries

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Barbara Sutton

Barbara Sutton

Aug 9, 2024

Barbara Sutton passed away on Aug 9 at Miller’s Merry Manor. She was born in Fort Wayne Indiana on Sept 25, 1945 to Lawrence and Elba Reed. She graduated from Fort Wayne Central high school and international business college. She married Thomas Sutton on Aug 19, 1967.

Barbara was an artist, working with crocheting, flowers, painting ceramics and wood. She always...

Keenan Creightney

Keenan Creightney

Aug 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Keenan Price Creightney, who passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 26. He departed from this world at his home on August 8, 2024. Keenan was born on June 26, 1998 at Goshen Hospital. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work and kindness.

Having grown up in the...

Sharon Lee Banks

Sharon Lee Banks

Aug 4, 2024

Sharon Lee Banks, of Warsaw, passed away at the age of 70 at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital on August 4, 2024. Sharon was born on October 26, 1953, in East Saint Louis, IL, to her loving parents, Thurman and Marjorie Boroff.

Having graduated from Warsaw High School in 1972, Sharon pursued a career as a dedicated server and cashier at Eurest. On...

Kim Tran

Kim Tran

Aug 2, 2024

Kim Tran, age 84, of Warsaw, passed away on August 2, 2024 in her residence. She was born on May 1, 1940 to Hiep Tran in Saigon, Vietnam. Kim led a remarkable life filled with love, laughter, and cherished.

Kim graduated from high school in Vietnam before moving to the United States where she later became a citizen. She lived the...

Marlys R. Heath

Marlys R. Heath

Aug 1, 2024

Marlys Heath, age 82 of Warsaw, passed away on August 1, 2024, at Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on October 14, 1941, in Brookings, South Dakota to Dale J. Heath and Kathleen E. (Ward) Heath. Marlys spent most of her lifetime in Kosciusko County She was a graduate of Warsaw High School and later from Beauty School. 

Professionally,...

David C. Manning

David C. Manning

Jul 31, 2024

David C. Manning, of North Manchester, peacefully passed away on July 31, 2024, in the presence of his beloved wife at the age of 95. He was born on January 27, 1929, in Crawfordsville, IN to Joseph and Marie (Booher) Manning. On April 28, 1948, he married the love of his life, Phyllis Silveus.

A dedicated individual, David worked for NIPSCO...

Shayleen Crites

Shayleen Crites

Jul 30, 2024

Shayleen Crites, age 19, passed away at IU Methodist Hospital after a brief illness on July 30, 2024 in Indianapolis, IN. She was born to Shannon and Dawn Crites on September 7, 2004 in Lake Havasu City, AZ. She left behind cherished memories and a legacy of love and hard work.

Shayleen was a bright soul from the start. Her journey...

Kenith Bays

Kenith Bays

Jul 30, 2024

Kenith Bays, age 77, of Warsaw, passed away on July 30, 2024 at Warsaw Meadows Care Center. He was born on September 11, 1946 to Sammie and Dora (Miller) Bays in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. He graduated from Prestonsburg High School and shortly after moved to Warsaw. He married his wife Diana Williams on August 13, 1966 in Silver Lake, IN. 

Outside of...

Jeffery "Jeff" L. Ruff

Jeffery "Jeff" L. Ruff

Jul 29, 2024

Jeffery "Jeff" L. Ruff, of Warsaw, passed away on July 29, 2024, at his home at the age of 65. Born on June 20, 1959, in Rochester, he was the son of Marvin and Betty Ruff.

An industrious individual, Jeff graduated from Tippecanoe Valley High School in 1977, laying the foundation for his successful career path as a foundry worker until...

Glen Jackson

Glen Jackson

Jul 28, 2024

Glen Jackson, age 73, of Bourbon, passed away surrounded by his family at Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne, IN on July 28, 2024. He was born on June 1, 1951 to Jesse Jackson and Myrtle (Fuller) Damron in West Virginia. He later married his wife Jane Anne on June 1, 1993. 

Professionally, he worked several years at United Technologies and later...

Marilyn L. Cole

Marilyn L. Cole

Jul 25, 2024

Marilyn L. Cole passed away on July 25, 2024 at The Waters of Syracuse, Indiana at 10:40pm. She was born on September 16, 1937 in Marion, Indiana to Edward and Lucille (Pat)) Shively Merchant.Marilyn graduated from Marion HS in 1955. She then graduated from Ball State in 1959. She taught Kindergarten and 1st grade in Marion. She married Sam Cole...

Kathleen Sue Senger

Kathleen Sue Senger

Jul 22, 2024

Kathleen Sue Senger, known to most as "Kathy", was called home to be with the Lord on July 22, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. She was born on January 29, 1954, in Fort Wayne to Robert and Melva (Wiley) Schuelke. Having spent much of her lifetime in the Fort Wayne area she was a graduate of...

Brian JD Geiger

Brian JD Geiger

Jul 20, 2024

Brian JD Geiger, North Webster, died July 20, 2024. He was born on September 25, 1963, to JD and Bonita Geiger. 

Brian is survived by daughter, Heather (Daniel) Kimbley; son, Brandon (Megan) Geiger; sisters, Dawn Fisher and Jill (Dean) Miner; his long time significant other, Paula Osborn; and granddaughters, Collette "Coco" Kimbley and Georgia Geiger.

Titus Funeral Home, 8056 E. 500 N.,...

Jerry Black

Jerry Black

Jul 20, 2024

Jerry Black, age 76, passed away on July 20, 2024 at Sage Bluff Health and Rehab in Fort Wayne after battling his health for several years. Jerry was born on August 5, 1947 at Lucky Hospital in Wolf Lake, IN to Frank and Evelyn (Gawthrop) Black.

He spent most of his life in the Warsaw area. He was an eagle scout...

Michael Glunt

Michael Glunt

Jul 19, 2024

Michael A. Glunt, of Pierceton, passed away at his home with his loving partner by his side on July 19, 2024, at the age of 64. Born on February 10, 1960, he was the son of Charles and Winifred Glunt.

Michael will be deeply missed by the love of his life, his Sweet Peggy Sue; mother, Winifred Bowles; brothers, Victor (Lisa)...

Anne Laurie Smith

Anne Laurie Smith

Jul 18, 2024

Anne “Laurie” L. Smith, of North Webster, passed from this world peacefully, surrounded by those who treasured her most—her family— on July 18, 2024. Born on December 14, 1938, in the lively city of Chicago, IL, she was the daughter of William and Anne Austin.

Immersing herself in the world of artistry, Laurie flourished as a Commercial Artist and entrepreneur with...

Elaine Reed

Elaine Reed

Jul 18, 2024

Ellen Elaine Reed, age 79, of Warsaw, went to be with her savior when she passed away on July 18, 2024 at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born to William Yancey and Ellen Burgess on May 29, 1945 in Little Rock, Arkansas. She attended Buckeye Christian School, where she graduated in 1963, marking the start of...

Daniel "Dan" J. Richards

Daniel "Dan" J. Richards

Jul 16, 2024

Daniel “Big Dan” Richards, age 61, passed on July 16, 2024, in Columbia City, IN. Dan is survived by his wife, Monica; daughters, Amber, Jessica, and Nicole; and grandchildren, Seth, David, Rilee, Adrian, Chevy, Ethan, Collyn, Ian, and Jack. Also, his father, Roger; brother, Doug; and sister, Debra. He was preceded in death by his brother, David and mother, Sharon....

Lawrence Mock

Lawrence Mock

Jul 16, 2024

Lawrence Mock, age 93, of Syracuse, passed away at Goshen Hospital on July 16, 2024. He was born to Roy and Cecilia Mock on June 12, 1931. He graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1949 and soon after married his wife Betty Bowers on September 25, 1953. 

After high school he served in the United States Navy and was honorably...

Mary B. Hochstetler

Mary B. Hochstetler

Jul 15, 2024

Mary Hochstetler (Campbell), of Warsaw, died July 15, 2024. She was born on September 25, 1933. Mary is survived by 2 sons: Ronald (Karen) Hochstetler and Gerald (Lynda) Hochstetler; 2 daughters: Lisa Bratton and Rena Bratton; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; and nephew Devon Benn, who was her caregiver until the end.

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