Obituaries
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Richard L. Holmes
Nov 21, 2024
Richard L. Holmes, born on March 16, 1932, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully in Syracuse, Indiana, on November 21, 2024. He was a beloved to many who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Richard's career spanned multiple endeavors, reflecting his versatile skill set and commitment to his work. He began his professional journey after graduating from Central High School...
Betty Meyers
Nov 19, 2024
Betty Gaton Tiu Meyers, age 61, of Warsaw, died surrounded by the prayers of her loving family the evening of November 19, 2024. She had received the Sacraments of the Catholic Church, entrusting her soul to the infinite Divine Mercy of Jesus Christ.
Betty was born to Vicente Enting and Soledad Gaton Tiu on October 31, 1963 in their home in...
Linda L. Leslie
Nov 19, 2024
Linda Leslie, 71, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024.
Linda was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on January 28, 1953, the daughter of the late Leroy Masterson and Rosemary Martin. She graduated from Twin Lakes High School. Linda shared over 25 wonderful years with her partner, Valerie Kirkpatrick.
Linda proudly worked as a dispatcher for the North Webster Police Department before opening...
Katherine Glaspy
Nov 18, 2024
Katherine Glaspy, born on April 3, 1936, in Tiffin, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 18 2024, in North Webster, Indiana. She was known for her dedication and hard work throughout her life, especially during her career as a Business Manager at Briarfield, from which she retired in 1976.
Katherine, whose maiden name was Barker, was an accomplished individual graduating from...
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