Obituaries

Jun 17, 2017

Scott Bunnell was a very special son, brother, uncle, and friend to so many. He had an adventurous spirit and a kind, caring heart. Family and friends savored their time with him as he was known to be the life of the party! He was an honest and loyal friend to everyone who was lucky enough to know him. He...

Jun 3, 2017

Neal Duane Burk, 64, of New Haven, IN, passed away at home on Saturday, June 3, 2017. 

Neal was born in Paulding on January 31, 1953 a son of the late Richard & Norma Jean (Fulk) Burk.

He served his country in the U.S. Marines from 1971 - 1974 & was a Carpenter at Weigand in Fort Wayne. He was...

May 26, 2017

Peggy Darlene Cox Riley, 89 of Payne passed away May 26, 2017 at Vancrest of Convoy.

She was born in Paulding County on Sept 26, 1927 a daughter of the late Cecil & Edith (Huston) Zartman.

She was a member of Payne Church of Christ & would be remembered by many from the Open Door Restaurant in Payne

Darlene will...

May 18, 2017

Mary C. Hoelderle, 89, of Payne, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2017.

Mary was born in Paulding County on February 12, 1928, a daughter of the late Ethel (Powers) and Leo Clark.

She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Mary  was a member of Divine Mercy Catholic Parish, Altar Rosary Society and Laticia Club. She worked at Hyman...

May 17, 2017

May 12, 2017

Norma Elaine Jones, age 76 of Hicksville passed away May 12, 2017 at Hickory Creek at Hicksville.

She was born on February 18, 1941 in Fort Wayne a daughter of the late Benjamin Harrison Jones & Elberta Harriet Hart. 

Norma worked at Fountain Manor Nursing Home prior to the name change to Hickory Creek. She was also a resident at...

May 12, 2017

Thomas D. Fletcher, age 76 of Antwerp passed away May 12, 2017 at Hickory Creek at Hicksville.

He was born on November 17, 1940 in Harlan, Kentucky a son of the late James B. Fletcher and Pearlie Holland.

He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Antwerp VFW Post 5087. 

He will be sadly missed by...

May 7, 2017

If ever there was a brave little warrior, filled with love, truth, and a way of simply changing the hearts of all with his quick wit and vibrant smile, Chase Holt was the man! Wherever he went and whenever people, even complete strangers came to know him, they were forever changed by the heart of Chase Holt. So young in...

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