Theodore "Ted" D. Barger
December 18, 2025
Theodore D. “Ted” Barger, age 66, of New Haven, Indiana passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Golden Years Nursing Home, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Ted was born July 30, 1959, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Truman and Mary Lou (Watters) Barger. He was united in marriage to Cindy Doctor on December 29, 1989, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church.
Ted was a...
John S. Davis
December 18, 2025
John S. Davis, 72, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at his residence. He was born on May 15, 1953, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to the late Robert Paul and Dorotha I. (Forst) Davis.
John owned and operated John S. Davis Construction for more than 45 years, taking great pride in his work and the reputation...
Eric L. "Rick" Gehrig
December 17, 2025
Eric L. Gehrig, 77, of Decatur, Indiana, passed away at his residence Wednesday morning, December 17, 2025.
He was born on February 1, 1948, in Decatur, Indiana, to Howard L. Gehrig and Anita (Lindemann) Gehrig, both of whom preceded him in death.
Eric, more commonly known as “Rick”, was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving his country during the...
Jeanette A. Fuhrman
December 15, 2025
Jeanette A. Fuhrman, age 91, of Decatur, Indiana, passed on Monday, December 15, 2025, at Adams Memorial Hospital.
She was born on December 11, 1934, in Adams County, Indiana, the daughter of the late Herman T. Bleeke and Adele (Blakey) Bleeke. She was united in marriage to Robert J. Fuhrman on March 29, 1953, in Decatur, Indiana; he preceded her in...
Walter Charles Rice
December 14, 2025
Walter Charles Rice, 76, of Monroeville, Indiana, passed away on Sunday afternoon, December 14, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Walter was born on December 10, 1949, in Seattle, Washington, to Norval W. and Margaret M. (Keller) Rice, both of whom preceded him in death. He was united in marriage to Colleen Cox on December 22, 1973,...
Rev. Marvin Richard Hinkle
December 13, 2025
Rev. Marvin Richard Hinkle, 84, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, beloved pastor and faithful servant, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on June 2, 1941, in Lafayette, Indiana to the late Benjamin Ellsworth Hinkle and Mary Anna (Falck) Hinkle.
Pastor Hinkle was united in marriage to Harriet Ann Bledsoe on...
Larry Jay Morrison
December 10, 2025
Larry Jay Morrison, age 79, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening, December 10, 2025, at Evergreen Village in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Born in Angola, Indiana, on April 10, 1946, he was the son of the late Sydney and Zelma (Kugler) Morrison. Larry was united in marriage to Shann-A-Le Hefty on September 16, 1967, in Angola, Indiana, and she preceded him in death...
Kristy Beth Schmitt
December 9, 2025
Kristy Beth Schmitt, 43, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday evening, December 9, 2025, at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne on July 5, 1982, Kristy was the daughter of Terry M. and Joyce A. (Knipstein) Bland. She was married to Justin Schmitt on October 8, 2016.
Kristy dedicated her time to her faith community,...
Huck Thomas McDonough
December 8, 2025
Huck Thomas McDonough, beloved son of Tommy and Amber (Swander) McDonough, was stillborn on Monday morning, December 8, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was 19 weeks gestation.
Huck will be deeply missed by his loving family.
Tommy is a self-employed farmer, and Amber is an elementary teacher at Parkway Elementary School. Huck’s parents and siblings attend...
Ricky Wayne Rhymer
December 6, 2025
Ricky W Rhymer, 50 years old, died Saturday December 6, 2025 unexpectedly at his rural Monroeville home. He was born February 9, 1975, the son of Rick L and Joyce (Kline) Rhymer. He was united in marriage to Katana (Galligher) Rhymer September 3 2011.
Ricky was a man of quiet faith, a devoted family man, and a grandpa with love beyond...
Rex A. Aschliman
December 6, 2025
Rex A. Aschliman, 80, of Decatur, Indiana, passed away Saturday morning, December 6, 2025, at Envive Healthcare in Berne, Indiana.
He was born on October 16, 1945, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Harry and Cordelia (Tonner) Aschliman.
Rex previously attended the First Mennonite Church in Berne, Indiana.
He was employed for various places throughout his lifetime.
Rex is survived by his sister, Kay...
Joan "Jo" Wyatt
December 5, 2025
Carol Joan “Jo” (Rupert) Wyatt, age 83, of Ossian, Indiana, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Heritage Pointe of Warren.
She was born on January 8, 1942, in Decatur, Indiana, the daughter of Glen A. “Pete” Rupert and Wilda P. (Riley) Rupert. Jo was united in marriage to Raymond D. Wyatt on November 24, 1976, in Fort Wayne, Indiana....
Otto A. Bradtmueller, Jr.
December 4, 2025
Otto A. Bradtmueller, Jr., age 87, of New Haven, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at his residence. He was born on June 25, 1938, in Hoagland, Indiana, the son of the late Otto A. Bradtmueller, Sr. and Louise (Hitzeman) Bradtmueller. On February 14, 1959, Otto was united in marriage to Janice Busse at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church...
Patricia L. "Pat" Copper
December 2, 2025
Patricia L. “Pat” Copper, age 92, of Monroeville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Adams Heritage in Monroeville, Indiana.
Pat was born on June 1, 1933, in Arcola, Indiana, the daughter of the late Edwin M. Bruick and Violet M. (McNeal) Bruick. She was united in marriage to Carl R. Copper on October 3, 1950, in Jeffersonville, Indiana;...
Richard Stanley Adams
December 2, 2025
It is with unbelievable sadness that we had to say goodbye to our beloved brother, Richard Stanley Adams. Age 75, of Carmel, Indiana. Rich was born to Ora and Esther Eileen (Teeple) Adams on June 1, 1950, in Decatur, Indiana. He left this world on December 2, 2025, after losing his tough battle with cancer. Rich graduated with a master’s...
Robert E. Hunt
December 2, 2025
Robert E. “Bob” Hunt, 66, of Berne, Indiana, passed away Tuesday morning, December 2, 2025, at his residence following a battle with cancer.
He was born on March 3, 1959, in Portland, Indiana, to the late Robert E. and Edna L. (Dailey) Hunt.
Bob attended the High Street Geneva Church in Geneva, Indiana.
He was retired and worked for several different businesses throughout...
Allan F. Hill
November 28, 2025
Allan F. Hill, 70, of Decatur, Indiana, passed away at his residence on Friday, November 28, 2025.
He was born on January 10, 1955, in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Nicholas F. Hill and Beulah E. (Wilson) Hill. Allan was united in marriage to Carolsue Clouse on September 19, 1992.
He worked as a chauffeur for the Amish community for 14 years...
Luna Anne Kimpel
November 26, 2025
Luna Anne Kimpel, beloved daughter of Dravin and Mackenzie (Fry) Kimpel, of Auburn, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center.
Dravin is a maintenance tech in the automotive industry and Mackenzie is a speech therapist.
Luna is survived by her loving parents, Dravin and Mackenzie Kimpel of Auburn; maternal grandparents, John and Robyn Fry of Fort...
Gregory T. Witte
November 25, 2025
Gregory Thomas Witte, 50, of Monroeville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at his residence following an illness over the past three years.
Greg was born on September 20, 1975, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the son of Ned Thomas Witte, and Linda Sue (May) Pray.
Greg was united in marriage to Marilyn “Lynn” Abbott on May 23, 2015, and she...
Laurenna R. Rinehart
November 24, 2025
Laurenna R. Rinehart, 78, of Markle, Indiana, passed away on Monday morning, November 24, 2025, at Markle Health Care in Markle, Indiana.
Laurenna was born on August 17, 1947, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to the late Lester and Vilena (Herbst) Carey. She was united in marriage to Neil W. Rinehart on November 10, 1967, in Yoder, Indiana, and he preceded her...
