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Michele L Harp
Sep 21, 2014
Michele Harp, 71, of Payne passed away Sunday, September 21st, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.
Michele was born in Portland, Indiana on March 14, 1943, a daughter of Wanda (Whipple) Hilgeman and the late Earl Norris.
She was a member of Divine Mercy Catholic Parish, where she taught at Divine Mercy School.
In April, 1961 she married Richard Bash, who died Dec...
Eloise Hopkins
Sep 18, 2014
Eloise Hopkins, 90, of Antwerp passed away Thursday, September 18, 2014 at Vancrest of Antwerp. Eloise was born in Antwerp on July 23, 1924, a daughter of the late Eva (Wilson) and Carl Langham. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Antwerp and worked at Dana Weatherhead for 25 years. On Feb 7, 1942 Eloise married Rex Hopkins who...
Bill Gonya
Sep 14, 2014
William Oliver Gonya, 77 of Payne passed away at Van Wert Inpatient Hospice Center on Sept. 14, 2014. Bill was born in Payne on October 14, 1936, a son of the late Catherine (Linder) and Bernard Gonya. He worked as a carpenter most of his life. He was a member of Divine Mercy Catholic Parish On Sept. 22, 1956 Bill married...
Alice Sosbe
Sep 14, 2014
Alice Sosbe 88, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2014 at Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie. Alice was born in Liberty Center, Ohio on February 4, 1926, a daughter of the late Ercell E. (Graner) and Lawrence A. Shoemaker. She was a member of the Antwerp VFW & American Legion Auxiliaries. Alice worked at Panico's Department Store.. In 1946 she married Robert...
James E. Reddin
Sep 12, 2014
James E. Reddin, 78, of Harlan passed away at home on Friday, September 12, 2014. Jim was born in Roanoke, IN on November 25, 1935, a son of the late Geraldine (Wisel) and Henry E. Reddin. He proudly served in the U.S. Marines and worked at International Harvester over 29 years. Jim was a member of the American Legion & South Scipio United...
Margraet "Peggy" McBride
Sep 4, 2014
Margaret "Peggy" McBride, age 81 of Antwerp, passed away September 4, 2014 at VanCrest of Antwerp. Peggy was born April 12, 1933 a daughter of the late Esther & Howard McBride. Peggy was laid to rest privately at Woodlands Cemetery, Van Wert, Ohio. Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com
Ann Yearling Kroen
Aug 20, 2014
Ann Yearling Kroen, 65, of Winter Park, FL died at home with her family on Wednesday, August 20, 2014. She was born in Paulding, Ohio on May 18, 1949, the daughter of Carl and Betty (Gernhardt) Yearling, and sister of Michael who all preceded her in death. A graduate of Payne High School, Ann earned a Bachelor of Education from...
Patricia Sue Kipfer
Aug 14, 2014
Patricia Kipfer, 49, of Paulding, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2014 at Defiance Inpatient Hospice. She was born in Letcher, KY on September 2, 1964 a daughter of the late Blaine & Darlene (Klemmer) Blair. On Nov. 19, 1999 she married Tom Kipfer. She will be sadly missed by her husband, Tom; stepchildren, Morris (Chelsea) of Paulding, Tessa of Celina & Paul...
Shirley B. Reddin
Aug 14, 2014
Shirley B. Reddin, 76 of Harlan, passed away at home on August 14, 2014. Shirley was born in Harlan on February 18, 1938, a daughter of the late Florence (Schaefer) and Howard Baughman. She was a member of South Scipio United Brethren Church. On May 5, 1956 she married James Reddin Shirley will be sadly missed by her husband, Jim; 6...
Judith "Granny" Bernard
Aug 9, 2014
Judith "Granny" Ann Bernard (Richardson) of Antwerp passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday August 9, 2014. She is survived by her son, Brian (Ann) DeWaters, of Garret IN, daughter , Veronica Tennant of Leslie MI, her 8 grandchildren, Tera (Matt) DeWaters of Garret IN, Shaun (Grace) DeWaters of Florence KY, Kasey (Kyle)Showalter of Latty , Brandi DeWaters of...
Richard O. Wannemacher
Aug 9, 2014
Richard O. Wannemacher, 90, of Payne passed away Saturday, August 9, 2014 at Van Wert Inpatient Hospice Center. Richard was born in Payne on November 11, 1923 a son of Eva (Pepiot) and Alphons Wannemacher. He was a farmer all his life. Richard and his wife, Mildred loved to travel and square dance. He was a member of Divine Mercy Catholic Parish, Paulding County...
Clara "Pug" Reeb
Jul 28, 2014
Clara "Pug" Reeb, 86, of Antwerp, passed away at home on Monday, July 28, 2014. Clara was born in Kansasville, WI, on November 7, 1927, a daughter of the late Mary and Bruno Persyn. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Antwerp & the VFW Auxiliary. On Nov. 2, 1946 she married Hilton "Biff" Reeb, who died March 17, 2006....
Helen Lee Hitzeman
Jul 28, 2014
Helen Lee Hitzeman, 95 of Auburn, IN died July 28, 2014 at Betz Nursing Home in Auburn. She is survived by her children, Harry, Jr. (Donna) of Auburn, Nicki (Jim) Stamm of Port St. Lucie, FL & Steve (Sheila) of Antwerp; 6 grandchildren & 10 great grandchildren. She was also foster mother to Alvin Lee Shatto. Helen was predeceased by...
Maurice B Martin
Jul 26, 2014
Maurice B. Martin, 93, of Woodburn passed away Saturday, July 26, 2014 at Byron Health Center, Fort Wayne. Maurice was born in Mark Center, Ohio on October 22, 1920, a son of the late Charlotte (Zuber) and Howard Martin. He worked at Fruehauf Trucking & BA Smith Lumber, Antwerp. Maurice was a charter member of the Hicksville Eagles. He will be sadly...
Terry Lee Ross
Jul 18, 2014
Terry Lee Ross, 72, of Indianapolis, passed away Friday, July 18, 2014 at home after a short illness. Terry was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on September 2, 1941, a son of the late Ruth (Stiebeling) and Walter "Joe" Ross. He was a graduate of Ohio State and Indiana Universities. He taught school for many years in Paulding, Ohio, New...
Teresa C. Hertel
Jul 16, 2014
Teresa C. Hertel, 87 of Antwerp passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2014 surrounded by her family at her son's home. Teresa was born in Mark Center on January 28, 1927, a daughter of the late Mary Louise (Martin) and William J. Arend. After graduating from Mark Twp. High School in 1945, she moved to Fort Wayne and worked in the shipping...
Jeffrey Louis Schaefer
Jul 8, 2014
Jeffrey Louis Schaefer, 70, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Jeff was born in Fort Wayne on Dec. 10, 1943 a son of Roy & the late Dortha (Bonner) Schaefer. Jeff worked at Defiance Precision Products for for 43 years. He was a member of Divine Mercy Catholic Parish; Knights of Columbus. He loved model...
Alice A Bruns
Jul 5, 2014
Alice Ann Bruns, 87, of Payne, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2014 at Paulding County Hospital. Alice was born in New Bavaria, Ohio on May 5, 1927, a daughter of the late Cora (Thome) and Ray Peck. She was a member of Divine Mercy Catholic Church & the Altar Rosary Society. On Oct 25, 1947 Alice married Eugene Bruns who died...
Mable Isabel Osborn
Jul 4, 2014
Mable Isabel Osborn, 91, of Antwerp, OH, fell asleep in death on Friday, July 4, 2014 at her home surrounded by family. Mable was born in DeKalb County, IN, on January 5, 1923, a daughter of the late Clarence & Rozella (Hug) Camp. On June 27, 1942, Mable married Robert C. Osborn in Fort Wayne, IN. He passed away on...
Harper Rae Martenies
Jul 3, 2014
Harper Rae Martenies, passed from her family into the arms of Jesus on July 3, 2014. She is survived by her loving parents, Jarod & Megan (Koppenhofer) Martenies; grandparents, Vanice (the late Ray) Martenies, Troy Koppenhofer and Brett & Sara Johanns; great grandparents, Carol Shidler, Lois Martenies, Dan & Betty Koppenhofer, Dick & Jackie Johanns and Bill & Beth Hammond;...
