Obituaries

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James Anthony Krzyzanowski

James Anthony Krzyzanowski

Jun 22, 2024

James Anthony Krzyzanowski, known affectionately as Jim or "Shiz," passed away on June 22, 2024, at the age of 62, surrounded by his loving family. He leaves behind a profound legacy as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Jim is survived by his devoted wife and high school sweetheart of 25 years, Wendy (nee Kirsch) Krzyzanowski; his cherished son,...

Kay Ousley

Kay Ousley

Jun 21, 2024

Geneva Kay Ousley, of Milford, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Miller's Merry Manor in Warsaw on Friday, June 21, 2024, at the age of 66. Known to most as Kay, she was born on January 19, 1958, in Jacksonville, Florida, the daughter of Frank and Sarah Kelley (Hefflin).

On October 13, 1978, Kay married Timothy Collins. The two...

Janice Sue Bolin

Janice Sue Bolin

Jun 21, 2024

Janice Sue Bolin, a resident of rural North Webster and formerly of Huntington, Indiana, passed away at the age of 82 in Warsaw, Indiana.

Born in Huntington on June 16, 1942, Janice was the daughter of James W. Horrell and Corinne C. (Kitt) Horrell. She graduated from Clear Creek High School in Huntington before earning an undergraduate degree from Manchester College....

June Foerg

June Foerg

Jun 19, 2024

June Darlene Foerg, of Syracuse, passed away on June 19, 2024 in Port Charlotte, Florida. She was 84 years old. She was born on June 2, 1940 in Crown Point, Indiana to George and Mary Schneider. 

June (also known as Junebug and Foergie) was quick to laugh and a very energetic person. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, and crocheting. She enjoyed making...

Anna Louise Clay

Anna Louise Clay

Jun 16, 2024

Anna Louise Clay, known simply as Anna to her family and friends, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2024, at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital in Warsaw. She was born on January 13, 1936, in Kendallville, Indiana to Franklin Harvey and Norma Irwin Henwood. Anna lived a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and service. She was 88 years old at the...

Valerie L. Kirkpatrick

Valerie L. Kirkpatrick

Jun 15, 2024

Valerie “Val” L. Kirkpatrick, of North Webster, passed away peacefully surrounded by love and warmth with her devoted partner by her side on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at the age of 58.

Born on July 19, 1965, in the vibrant city of Washington DC, Val was the daughter of Charles Kirkpatrick and Ruby Snow.

Val adorned various hats with grace and finesse....

Mike Koher

Mike Koher

Jun 14, 2024

Mike Koher, a lifelong resident of Kosciusko County, unexpectedly passed away in his residence on Friday, June 14, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on September 14, 1956, in Warsaw, he was the beloved son of Martin Koher and Sandra Ritter (Cooperreider).

Mike graduated from Wawasee High School in 1975 and embarked on a remarkable career journey. For 49 years,...

Deborah Garman

Deborah Garman

Jun 13, 2024

Deborah Garman, known to most as Deb, passed away on June 13, 2024 in Warsaw. She was born on October 14, 1961, Warsaw and spent most of her lifetime in the area.

Deb graduated from Whitko High School with the class of 1980. She was a caring mother and grandmother who cherished each of them equally. In her free time, Deb...

Charles "Mike" M. Cheek

Charles "Mike" M. Cheek

Jun 11, 2024

Charles Michael Cheek, “Mike,” was born on Mother’s Day, May 12, 1946, and met his Savior eye to eye on June 11, 2024, surrounded by the love, laughter, and tears of his beloved wife, June, four daughters, and one of his granddaughters.

Mike graduated from Aurora High School in Aurora, Indiana in 1964. He attended Purdue University and earned his B.S....

Maggie Wood

Maggie Wood

Jun 11, 2024

Magdalynn M. Wood, affectionately known as "Maggie", passed away tragically in a motor vehicle accident on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at the young age of 26. She was born to her loving parents, Terry Wood and Theresa Finley, on March 15, 1998, in Warsaw at Kosciusko Community Hospital. She exuded a personality that was a beautiful tapestry of love, kindness,...

Joseph J. Beer

Joseph J. Beer

Jun 11, 2024

Joseph "Joe" Beer, has passed away. His passing on June 11, 2024 was unexpected though he had battled diabetes and other health concerns in the last few years. He was born on May 16, 1975, at Goshen Hospital in Goshen, IN to James "Jim" and Deborah (Jessop) Beer. 

A graduate of Wawasee High School with the class 1994, Joe was remembered...

Denny D. Durst

Denny D. Durst

Jun 10, 2024

Densel D. Durst, fondly known as "Denny," passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024, at Magruder Hospital in Port Clinton, Ohio at the age of 79. He was born on July 18, 1944, in Primghar, IA to his loving parents, Densel L. and Ruth Durst (Proehl).After graduating high school, Denny was united in marriage to his true love, Teresa Hein,...

Michelle Young

Michelle Young

Jun 8, 2024

Michelle Daniele Young, known to all simply as Michelle, passed away on June 8, 2024, at 2:28 pm in Stillwater Hospice Home, Fort Wayne. She was born on October 22, 1968, in Warsaw to Dan Wyatt and Jean Baldwin Gibson. Michelle was a graduate of Warsaw High School with the class 1987 and also attended Grace College.. She was a dedicated member of...

Georgeann Schnurr

Georgeann Schnurr

Jun 8, 2024

Georgeann (Shanley) Schnurr, of Fort Wayne and later of Bremen, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Grace Village at the age of 94.

Born on December 27, 1929, in Kewanna, IN to George and Anna Shanley, Georgeann's legacy is woven with threads of love and dedication. She graduated from Central Catholic High School in...

Mark DeWitt

Mark DeWitt

Jun 8, 2024

Mark DeWitt, age 60, of New Paris passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2024 at Elkhart General Hospital.  He was born on December 21, 1963. He was a 1982 graduate of Wawasee High School and served as a first lieutenant in the National Guard.  He married Jill Patty on October 13, 1990.

Mark found true joy from spending time with his...

Laura M. Bixel

Laura M. Bixel

Jun 4, 2024

Laura Mary (Rodgers) Bixel, of Warsaw, passed away surrounded by close friends on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at the age of 84. The daughter of George and Mary (Sherman) Rodgers, she was born on March 9, 1940, in Iowa City, Iowa.

On May 12, 1963, in Warsaw, Laura married Donald O. Bixel and spent 49 years together until his passing in...

Mark A. Mayhew

Mark A. Mayhew

Jun 3, 2024

Mark A. Mayhew, of Union, Michigan and formerly of Syracuse, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 3, 2024, at the age of 56. He was born on September 24, 1967, in Hillsdale, Michigan, the son of Lyle Mayhew and Betty Bolden (Heath). 

Mark dedicated many years of his life to working at Depuy. Beyond his professional life, Mark was renowned for...

Betty J. Myers

Betty J. Myers

Jun 2, 2024

Betty Jean Myers, of Keizer, OR, formally of Syracuse, IN passed from this world into heaven, Sunday, June 2.   As she took her final breath, we were assured that she was embraced by her savior.  She was a woman of faith and Jesus was always by her side.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Ray E. Bray and...

Robert D. Peterson

Robert D. Peterson

Jun 2, 2024

Robert D. Peterson, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at the age of 73. He was born in Warsaw on November 2, 1950, to his parents Robert Peterson and Donna Rapp (Koser).

Robert led a fulfilling life, graduating from Warsaw High School and going on to work as a Sewage Operator...

Janice Winters

Janice Winters

Jun 2, 2024

Janice Winters, age 80, of North Webster, passed away surrounded by her family on June 2, 2024 at The Waters in Syracuse. She was born on August 12, 1943 in West Virginia to Frank and Sylvia Thompson. She married her husband Frank Winters on November 1, 1958. She moved to the North Webster community in 1964 where she and her...