Stanley "Stan" A. Gallmeyer
Jan 15, 2025
Stanley A. “Stan” Gallmeyer, 72, of Woodburn, Indiana, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
He was born on February 16, 1952 in Decatur, Indiana to the late Delbert and Selma (Neff) Gallmeyer.
Stan was united in marriage to Patricia Gibson on May 25, 1973 at St. Rose Catholic Church in Monroeville.
Stan was a member of St. John Lutheran...
Kenneth L. "Red" Witzenman
Jan 14, 2025
Kenneth L. “Red” Witzenman, Sr., 78, of Monroeville, Indiana passed away Tuesday evening, January 14, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
He was born on October 8, 1946, in Fort Wayne, Indiana to the late Frederick “Fritz” Witzenman, Jr. and Florence H. (Niblick) Witzenman. Red was united in marriage to Ellen Cragg in 1995.
Red honorably served his...
LaVerne S. Hartman
Jan 13, 2025
LaVerne S. Hartman, 87, of Berne, Indiana passed away Monday morning, January 13, 2025, at Adams Memorial Hospital in Decatur, Indiana.
He was born on October 25, 1937, in Berne, Indiana to the late Cleo A. and Clara K. (Biberstein) Hartman. LaVerne was united in marriage to Karen Smitley on December 18, 1958.
LaVerne honorably served his country in the Air National...
Darrell D. Hoverman
Jan 12, 2025
Darrell D. “Ozzy” Hoverman, 63, of Monroeville, Indiana passed away Sunday morning, January 12, 2025, at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Fort Wayne.
He was born on November 23, 1961, in Van Wert, Ohio to Jim and Janet (DeBolt) Hoverman.
Darrell had worked various jobs over the years and had enjoyed doing bodywork. He previously operated Sherrick’s Wilderness Resort in Minnesota for several...
Bradley J. Martz
Jan 11, 2025
Bradley J. Martz, 61, of Decatur, Indiana passed away Saturday afternoon, January 11, 2025, at his residence due to a sudden cardiac event.
Brad was born on October 2, 1963 in Meridian, Mississippi to Robert J. & Sharon K. (Magsamen) Martz
He was united in marriage to Jill Swearingen on September 5, 1987, in Cloverdale, Indiana.
Brad was a member of East Allen...
Gale G. Schaadt
Jan 10, 2025
Gale G. Schaadt, 87, of Decatur, Indiana passed away early Friday morning, January 10, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on December 20, 1937 in Convoy, Ohio to Donald Sylvester and Lois Catherine (Agler) Schaadt. On April 18, 1964, Gale married Jacqueline Jean Burke, they enjoyed 60 wonderful years together.
Gale proudly served in the United States Army and was honorably...
Anne E. Girod
Jan 9, 2025
Anne E. Girod, 72, of Monroe, Indiana passed away Thursday evening, January 9, 2025, at Adams Memorial Hospital in Decatur, Indiana.
She was born on August 8, 1952, in Monroe, Indiana to the late Christian R. and Elma E. (Hilty) Schwartz. Anne married Mark J. Girod on September 27, 1974.
Anne was a member of the Old Order Amish.
She is survived by...
Reva Jean Wilson
Jan 9, 2025
Reva Jean Wilson, 92, of Berne, Indiana passed away Thursday morning, January 9, 2025, at Swiss Village in Berne, Indiana.
She was born on June 12, 1932, in Portland, Indiana to the late Albert and Mildred (Gibson) Renner. Reva was united in marriage to Frederick J. Wilson on August 30, 1952, at Portland First Methodist Church in Portland, Indiana and he...
Michał Józef Meissner
Jan 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michał Józef Meissner, a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. On Tuesday, January 7th, Michał, 61, passed away peacefully in his sleep in Leadville, Colorado, while pursuing his dream of sharing the gift of skiing with others.
Born with an adventurous spirit and unwavering determination, Michał lived a life...
Rev. Robert L. Shook
Jan 7, 2025
Rev. Robert L. Shook, 84, of Decatur, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
He was born on June 27, 1940, in Van Wert County, Ohio to the late Harvey D. and Bernice L. (Weyer) Shook. On August 27, 1961, Bob was united in marriage to Nancy M. Arnold at Greenbrier Church in...
John Tony "JT" Smith, Jr.
Jan 5, 2025
John Tony “JT” Smith Jr. of Monroeville, Indiana passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at the age of 74 at his residence. He was born on September 7, 1950 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to John Tony Smith Sr. and Melba (Stephenson) Smith. Tony had three sons from his first marriage as well as a step-son and a step-daughter from...
Barbara J. Steffes
Jan 5, 2025
Barbara J. Steffes, 87, of Hoagland, Indiana passed away Sunday evening, January 5, 2025, at Adams Woodcrest in Decatur, Indiana.
She was born on July 22, 1937 in Monroeville, Indiana to Orval Gilbert and Violet (Jewel) Gilbert. Barbara was united in marriage to Raymond Steffes on July 19, 1986 at St. John Lutheran Church – Flatrock.
She was a member of St....
Joyce C. Aspy
Jan 3, 2025
Joyce Carol Aspy, 90, of Hoagland, Indiana, entered into the arms of her Savior on January 3, 2025, at Cedarhurst Senior Living with her family by her side.
Born on January 19th, 1934, she was the only child of Ervin and Leah (Richman) Braun. She grew up in Maples, Indiana and attended Hoagland High School where she met her husband, James...
Max E. Drake
Jan 3, 2025
Max E. Drake, 101, of Berne, Indiana passed away on Friday morning, January 3, 2025, at Swiss Village in Berne, Indiana.
He was born on December 19, 1923, in Adams County, Indiana to the late Louie C. and Orie H. (Richards) Drake. Max was united in marriage to Virginia Mae Heller on December 22, 1946, in Berne Indiana and she preceded...
Derryle L. Pharr
Jan 2, 2025
Derryle L. Pharr, 83, of Berne, Indiana peacefully went home to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday morning, January 2, 2025, surrounded by his family at Swiss Village in Berne.
He was born on March 11, 1941, in Ringgold, Georgia to the late Howard L. and Rufine R. (Habegger) Pharr. Derryle was united in marriage to Neva VonGunten on July...
David L. Baker
Dec 30, 2024
David L. Baker, 67, of Monroeville, Indiana passed away surrounded by his family Monday evening, December 30, 2024, at his residence.
He was born January 1, 1957, in Fort Wayne, Indiana to the late Gilbert L. and Mary E. (Wagner) Baker.
David had a kind and gentle spirit that left a lasting impression on everyone he met. He cherished the company of...
Betty A. Grimm
Dec 26, 2024
Betty A. Grimm, 94, of Berne, Indiana passed away Thursday morning, December 26, 2024, at Swiss Village in Berne.
She was born on July 19, 1930, in Bluffton, Indiana to the late Glen W. and Clara Deane (Markley) Jamison. Betty was united in marriage to Raymond E. “Gene” Grimm on June 27, 1948, and Gene preceded her in death on April...
Ricky L. Copper
Dec 25, 2024
Ricky L. Copper, 69, of Monroeville, Indiana, passed away on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024 at his residence.
He was born on May 20, 1955 in Decatur, Indiana to the late Carl R. Copper and Patricia L. (Bruick) Copper.
Rick was a lifetime member of the American Quarter Horse Association. He was a former member of Antioch Lutheran Church in Hoagland, Indiana.
He...
Donna Marlene Henn
Dec 22, 2024
Donna Marlene Liles Henn, 92, of Berne, Indiana was called peacefully to her heavenly home on Sunday evening, December 22, 2024, at Swiss Village in Berne.
Donna was born on March 21, 1932, in Greenville, Ohio, to Charles Phister Liles and Sally Ann Young Liles. She grew up in Kentucky; Cherryvale, Kansas; Chillicothe, Ohio; and Dayton, Ohio. She graduated from Jefferson...
Vivian Vera Wade
Dec 21, 2024
Vivian Vera Wade, 92, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at Heritage Point in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
She was born on January 3, 1932 in Van Wert, Ohio to the late Reynold Busch and Mary (Barnes) Busch.
Vivian was united in marriage to Charles William “Bill” Wade on July 31, 1948 in Celina, Ohio. He preceded her...
