Gerri L. Ellis
May 24, 2025
Gerri L. Ellis, 64, of Decatur, Indiana passed away early Saturday morning May 24, 2025, at Envive Healthcare in Berne, Indiana.
She was born on March 29, 1961, in Lima, Ohio to the late James R. and Eva M. (Graham) Clem.
Gerri was united in marriage to Ricky Ellis and he preceded her in death in 2012.
Gerri was a caretaker to her...
Dakota Donald Gebert
May 24, 2025
Dakota Donald Gebert, 26, of Monroeville, Indiana, passed away Saturday afternoon, May 24, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
He was born on July 8, 1998, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to the late Donald A. and Hope M. (Clevenger) Gebert.
Dakota was very gifted mechanically, he enjoyed working on vehicles. He also enjoyed working on computers and cellphones. In his...
Lon A. Hawkins
May 24, 2025
Lon A. Hawkins, 76, of Decatur, Indiana, passed away at 2:28 p.m. on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born on November 12, 1948, in Decatur, Indiana, to the late Forrest and Joan (Bowman) Hawkins. Lon was united in marriage to Nancy Detwiler on August 8, 1970, at Evangelical Lutheran Church in Duncansville, Pennsylvania.
Lon was...
Daniel Thomas Will
May 22, 2025
Daniel Thomas Will, 70, of Monroeville passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at his residence – his death was unexpected, but peaceful, in the comfort of his home.
He was born on May 18, 1955, in Piqua, Ohio to Donald P. and Doris J. (Egbert) Will. He was united in marriage to Beth Frederick on October 18, 1975, at St....
Rev. Roger Bixler
May 19, 2025
Rev. Roger Bixler, 94, of Berne, Indiana passed away early Monday morning, May 19, 2025, at Swiss Village.
He was born on August 1, 1930, in Berne, Indiana to the late George and Lucile (Kattmann) Bixler. On August 23, 1953, Roger was united in marriage to Emma Jane Nussbaum at the First MennoniteChurch in Berne, Indiana, and Emma preceded him in...
Chris E. Schwartz
May 18, 2025
Infant Chris E. Schwartz, 6 days old, passed away at 4:11 a.m. Sunday, May 18, 2025 at the home of his parents, Raymond G. and Emma C. Schwartz.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Lucinda E. Schwartz in 2013.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, May 19, 2025, at the Raymond G. Schwartz residence- 1575 W....
Paul Junior Mendez
May 17, 2025
Paul Junior Mendez, 73, passed away on May 17, 2025 following his battle with pancreatic cancer.
He was born to the late Paul G. Mendez and Dolores A. (Ayala) Mendez on July 2, 1951 in Decatur, Indiana.
Paul married his former wife, Brenda A. Mater in 1974, and they were together for 36 years. From this marriage came his only child, Alicia.
He...
Max E. Clem
May 16, 2025
Max E. Clem, 88, of Hoagland, IN, passed away peacefully Friday, May 16, 2025.
He was born August 9, 1936, to the late Frank and Mary (Van Buskirk) Clem. On July 31, 1971, Max married Dianne (Shoudel) Clem, the beginning of more than 53 happy years together.
A graduate of Monroeville High School and International Business College, he served in the U.S....
Vernon W. Hedington
May 15, 2025
Vernon W. Hedington, 78, of Decatur, Indiana passed away Thursday evening, May 15, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on March 10, 1947 in Decatur, Indiana to Carl and Dorothy (Hoffman) Hedington. Vernon was united in marriage to Helen E. Ruhl on November 14, 1970 in Hoagland, Indiana, and she preceded him in death on July 26, 2018.
Vernon was a...
Barbara A. Kohne
May 15, 2025
Barbara A. Kohne, 93, of Decatur, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Adams Woodcrest in Decatur. Born on March 6, 1932, in Decatur to the late G. Jerome and Dorothy J. (Rabbitt) DeBolt, Barbara lived a vibrant life marked by her unwavering love for her family and her community.
On June 14, 1951, Barbara was united in marriage...
Thomas R. Hannie
May 13, 2025
Thomas R. Hannie, 70, of New Haven, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
He was born on January 13, 1955 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to the late Ralph R. and Fern S. (Stucky) Hannie.
Tom worked at Fort Wayne Carriage House as the chief accountant since the facility opened.
During his junior...
Sylvia I. Price
May 10, 2025
Sylvia I. Price, 65, of Berne, Indiana, passed away Saturday morning, May 10, 2025, at Parkview Hospital Randallia in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
She was born on March 12, 1960, in Union City, Indiana, to the late Orville Courtney and the late Gloria (Duff) Courtney.
Sylvia was a loving mother and grandmother who stayed home to care for her grandchildren.
She loved doing crafts...
Clyde E. Linder
May 7, 2025
Clyde E. Linder, 84, of Decatur, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Adams Woodcrest Assisted Living in Decatur, Indiana.
He was born on June 5, 1940, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to the late Raymond Charles Linder Sr. and Maria Mildred (VanHorn) Linder.
Clyde was a member of Decatur Grace Fellowship Church. He also was a former member of the American...
Ronald C. Christner
May 6, 2025
Ronald C. Christner, 77, of Berne, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Swiss Village in Berne, Indiana.
He was born on October 31, 1947, in Decatur, Indiana to the late Carl and Esther (Hoblet) Christner. Ronald was united in marriage to Kathy Archbold on September 20, 1997.
Ron was a member of the Salem Community Church where he served...
Virginia Ann Miller
Apr 30, 2025
Virginia Ann Miller, 85, of Decatur, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Adams Memorial Hospital in Decatur, Indiana.
She was born on July 21, 1939, in Klinger, Iowa, to the late Rev. Walter C. and Esther (Piehler) Vetter. Virginia was united in marriage to Alan L. Miller on July 19, 1958, by Virginia's father, Rev. W.C. Vetter at...
Marilyn C. Fruchte
Apr 26, 2025
Marilyn C. Fruchte, 90, of Decatur, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Adams Woodcrest.
She was born on July 21, 1934 in Decatur, Indiana to the late Glenn Mauller and Dorothy M. (Fawcett) Mauller.
Marilyn was united in marriage to the late Roger D. Fruchte on February 22, 1953 at First Evangelical Church in Decatur, Indiana. Roger preceded her...
Leo Joseph Sewards
Apr 25, 2025
Leo Joseph Sewards, a baptized child of God, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025 at Parkview Regional Medical Center.
He was born on April 24, 2025 to Cody and Mikaela Sewards at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Leo, along with his parents are members of St. John Lutheran Church-Flatrock.
Cody is employed at Nucor-Vulcraft in St. Joe, Indiana. Mikaela...
Thelma A Standiford
Apr 24, 2025
Thelma A. Standiford, 85, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
She was born on October 1, 1939, in Tipton County, Indiana, to the late James W. Weismiller and Clara A. (Beck) Weismiller.
Thelma was united in marriage to Ronald W. Standiford on January 27, 1962 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in...
Edna D. Miller
Apr 24, 2025
Edna D. Miller, 77, of Linn Grove, Indiana passed away Thursday morning, April 24, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her family.
She was born on November 17, 1947 in Decatur, Indiana to David L. and Sovilla S. (Wengerd) Schwartz. Edna was united in marriage to Joe L. Miller on April 20, 1972, and he preceded her in death on March...
Jan A. Witte
Apr 23, 2025
Jan A. Witte, 67, of Decatur, Indiana, passed away at his residence on Wednesday evening, April 23, 2025.
He was born on September 22, 1957 in Decatur, Indiana to the late Edwin E. and Betty L. (Hockemeyer) Witte.
Jan was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Bingen. He took much pride in planning and plotting out the cemetery at the church....
