Obituaries

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Thomas R Gard

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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...

Robert and Carol Farrar

Robert and Carol Farrar

Jun 18, 2026

Robert Jay Farrar Jr. (Bob) and Carol Jean Farrar (Weseman) passed away peacefully early in the morning June 18 2026. They were married for 50 years and undeniably had a connection in life and in death. Their ailments differed but their Love for their Children, Grandchildren, Family and Friends kept them connected. Their souls came together at the end and...

Jamie E Wilhelm

Jamie E Wilhelm

Jun 16, 2026

Jamie E. Wilhelm, age 63, of Warsaw, dedicated mechanic and passionate drag racing enthusiast, passed away on June 16, 2026, in Warsaw, Indiana. He was born on March 29, 1963, in Elwood, Indiana to Arnold and Kay (Jones) Wilhelm.

Throughout his many years at Red Gold, Jamie served as a valued mechanic, where his expertise and work ethic contributed significantly to...

Patricia Koshurin

Patricia Koshurin

Jun 14, 2026

Patricia “Patsy” Kay Koshurin, of South Whitley, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, in her daughter's home surrounded by her loved ones. She was 65 years old. She was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on September 9, 1960, the daughter of James and Wanda Howey.

She is survived by her children, Adam Koshurin (Taya) and Kalynn Eloph (Justin); ten grandchildren;...

Carolyn Cook

Carolyn Cook

Jun 13, 2026

Carolyn J. Cook, age 76, of Warsaw, passed away on June 13, 2026, in Warsaw, Indiana. She was born on February 11, 1950 in Plymouth, Indiana to A.J. and Maria (Meek) Cook.

Carolyn dedicated many years to her career as a dispatcher for a trucking company, where her commitment and professionalism were deeply valued. Her work was a testament to her...

Jennifer Wentworth

Jennifer Wentworth

Jun 8, 2026

Jennifer Wentworth, age 73, of Warsaw, passed away peacefully after complications from Parkinson’s Disease on June 8, 2026, at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital. She was born on October 28, 1952, to Mahlon and Patricia (Pike) Jacob in Laporte, IN. She lived a life marked by devotion to her family and a quiet strength that inspired those around her.

Jennifer was a devoted...

Cynthia M. Jones

Cynthia M. Jones

Jun 7, 2026

Cynthia M. Jones, age 75, of Logansport, a respected business owner and dedicated community member, passed away on June 7, 2026, in Warsaw, Indiana. She was born on October 9, 1950, in Plymouth, Indiana to Ernest Ralph and Lillie Mae (Isom) Cochran.

For many years, Cynthia was the owner of Scheuer Publications, where her leadership and dedication left a lasting impact....

Cindy Walls

Cindy Walls

Jun 7, 2026

Cindy Ann Walls, of Warsaw, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne at the age of 63. Born May 22, 1963, in Fairmount, Indiana, she was the daughter of Martin and Eva Leavitt (Stroup). Cindy dedicated her life to nurturing those around her, leaving a legacy of love and devotion.

Cindy was known for her...

Pamela J. Addair

Pamela J. Addair

Jun 6, 2026

Pamela Jean Addair, of Winona Lake, went to be with her heavenly father on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the age of 72. She was born in New Castle, Indiana on December 20, 1953. She graduated from Walter P. Chrysler High School in New Castle in 1972. Pamela spent most of her life in the Warsaw area.

She lived life to...

Dolores K. Emmick

Dolores K. Emmick

Jun 6, 2026

Dolores K. Emmick, of Barbee Lake, gently departed this life on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at The Towne House Retirement Community in Fort Wayne at the age of 72. She was born in Oceanside, New York on July 5, 1953, the daughter of Calvin and Joan Kraemer (Anderson). She was a treasured figure in her family’s life, remembered for her...

Armando A Marrufo, Sr.

Armando A Marrufo, Sr.

Jun 5, 2026

Armando A Marrufo, Sr., age 71, a dedicated and hardworking man whose life was marked by devotion to family, faith, and community, passed away on June 5, 2026, in Warsaw, Indiana. He was born on September 20, 1954, in Galeana, Chihuahua, Mexico to Manuel and Maria (Acosta) Marrufo.

Armando devoted over 38 years of his life to his work at Dalton,...

Robert Plank Jr.

Robert Plank Jr.

Jun 5, 2026

Robert Lee Plank Jr., of North Webster, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 5, 2026, in his home, surrounded by his loved ones at the age of 68. Born on July 24, 1957, in Goshen, he was the son of Robert Sr. and Marilyn Plank (Miller).

A proud graduate of West Noble High School, Bobby embarked on a career in construction,...

Mary Grimm

Mary Grimm

Jun 4, 2026

Mary A. Grimm, age 59, of Tippecanoe, passed away on June 4, 2026. She was born on March 10, 1967 to Ronald Spaulding and Gail (Sullivan) Sagun.

Her life was marked by a quiet strength and a deep passion for horseback riding, an activity that brought her immense joy and a profound connection to the natural world.

Mary is lovingly remembered by...