Obituaries

May 7, 2017

Linda L. West, 73, of Antwerp passed away Sunday, May 7, 2017 at Genesis Healthcare, Bryan.

Linda was born in Simpson, West Virginia  on April 15, 1944 a daughter of the late Edward Kemper & Georgia (Lockhart) Powell.

She was a valued employee at General Tire for over 25 years and Chief Supermarket for 10 years. Shopping was always a...

May 1, 2017

Anna P. Emrich, 87, of Payne passed away Monday, May 1, 2017 at Visiting Nurse Hospice Home, Fort Wayne.

Anna was born in Payne on June 9, 1929, a  of the late Cora (Zartman) and John  McPherson.

She was a valued employee at FW Woolworth for 25 years and Fort Wayne Drug for 20 years. 

She will be sadly missed...

Apr 25, 2017

Hard working and a friend of many are just a few of the ways Jim Cheek could be described. He was also an easy going man whose family was the center of his heart. Jim was a man true to his word. Never one to brag or boast about his work ethic or the many ways he helped others, Jim...

Apr 21, 2017

Lupe Flores 80, of Payne passed away Friday, April 21, 2017 at Defiance Inpatient Hospice Center. 

Lupe was born in Fruitvale, TX  on August 23, 1936 a son of the late Guadalupe & Petra (Guerrero) Flores.

He drove for Schwerman Trucking & was a member of Teamsters Local 908. He loved to catch up with his family and friends whenever he...

Apr 18, 2017

Reflecting on the life of Chauncey Becker, words such as faithful, friendly, and compassionate come to mind. He lived his life selflessly putting others first. Chauncey was a lover of all people. He leaves behind a rich legacy of living each day to the fullest and not spending a single day with regret. Taken too soon, his positive outlook will...

Apr 7, 2017

Apr 7, 2017

Loveable, helpful, and caring are words that describe the true character of Mark Reuille. Though he had his stubborn side, his compassion for others and his hard-working attitude proved that his set ways were only due to his devotion to his family and friends. Mark was a loving husband, a caring father, and a cherished grandfather and friend to many....

Apr 2, 2017

 

A man who rose from humble beginnings to make a successful life for himself and his family has left us. Angel Flores was a loving husband, a caring father and a cherished grandfather and friend to all. He leaves behind a legacy that shows hard work balanced with the ability to enjoy the company of others makes for a...

Apr 2, 2017

Richard Leroy Carr, 78 of Antwerp, Ohio passed away Sunday, April 2, 2017 at Hickory Creek Nursing Home, Hicksville.

Services will be held privately.

Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com

Mar 30, 2017

All who knew Joseph Lyvers would agree that he was an extraordinary man to know and love. He was a hardworking man who was well respected within the community he called home throughout much of his life. There was nothing Joe treasured more than his family, and his devotion to his family was truly unmatched. He was guided by his...

Mar 27, 2017

Robert Paulus Wannemacher, 87 of Payne, passed away Monday, March 27, 2017 at Paulding County Hospital.

Bob was born in Payne on December 5, 1929 a son of the late Alphons & Eva (Pepiot) Wannemacher.

He served his country proudly in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was a farmer. Bob was a loving husband, father and grandfather....

Mar 19, 2017

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Mar 1, 2017

Jackquline Maxine Hockenberry, 80 of Antwerp passed away March 1, 2017 at Vancrest of Antwerp.

She was born in Marietta, Ohio on April 26, 1936 a daughter of the late Ernest & Florence (Babcock) Flowers.

Family was important to this mother of four. The loss of three of her children never seemed to break her spirit. Because of her lively spirit,...

Feb 28, 2017

Feb 27, 2017

Charles Mansfield, 83, of Payne, passed away Monday, February 27, 2017 at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne.

He was born in Broughton on January 9, 1934, a son of the late Margaret (Fisher) and Cecil Mansfield.

Chuck proudly served in the U.S. Marines as a Corporal during the Korean War. He was a valued employee at Navistar but was most content...

Feb 20, 2017

Donald Edward Kinnaley of Greeneville, TN passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017 at his home. 

Don, formerly of Payne, Ohio, was 53 years old. He is survived by his children, Ryan Edward and Allison Elizabeth, both of Greeneville, their mother Jodie, and his parents Edward and Ruth (Woodruff) Kinnaley of Payne, Ohio. Don graduated from Wayne Trace High School...

Feb 16, 2017

Sandra Jane Hanenkratt, 52, of Paulding, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2017 at Defiance Inpatient Hospice Center.

Sandra was born in Paulding on December 8, 1964, a daughter of John C. Stuart and the late Marjorie J. (Henderson) Stuart.

She graduated from Antwerp Local School & Vantage Career Center and worked until 2015 at Paragon Glass, Antwerp. 

Her dogs gave...

Feb 1, 2017

Sandra May Voirol, 75, of Woodburn, passed away at home on Wednesday, February 1, 2017.

Sandra was born in Fort Wayne on May 31, 1941, a daughter of the late Irene (Philbee) and Roland  Rohr.

She will always be remembered for her love of her family, compassion & sense of humor.

She will be sadly missed by her husband, Michael,...

Jan 26, 2017

Donald L. Zimmerman  75, of Qunicy, MI, formerly of Payne, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2017, at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Don was born in Van Wert, a son of the late Leo & Mildred (Cryer) Zimmerman.

He proudly served in the U.S. Army & was a specifications engineer at Navistar. Don was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran...