Local North Manchester, Indiana Obituaries
Richard "Dick" Shepherd
Feb 9, 2025
Richard "Dick" Shepherd, a cherished educator and beloved member of the community, passed away on February 9, 2025, at Parkview Whitley Hospital in Columbia City, at the age of 94. Born on December 15, 1930, in Champaign, Illinois, to George Ellis and Blanche Edith (Spicer) Shepherd, Dick lived a life marked by dedication to education, service, and family.
Dick’s commitment to...
Gregory "Greg" Wayne Welch
Feb 4, 2025
Gregory "Greg" Wayne Welch, born on October 21, 1982, in Wabash, passed away tragically on February 4, 2025, due to injuries sustained in an auto accident. The son of Wayne Welch and Brenda (Turner) Wallen, Greg was a cherished individual whose vibrant personality touched the lives of many.
A graduate from Northfield High School in 2002, Greg was a proud member...
Thomas Sydney Jarman
Jan 30, 2025
Thomas Sydney Jarman died on January 30th, 2025, in the presence of his dedicated wife (Janet Jarman), children (Jennifer Gornick, Rebecca Hoekstra and Benjamin Jarman) and grandson (Nicholas Jarman). Born February 18th, 1942, Tom grew up in Oswego, IL and met Janet Lisk while attending Wheaton College. They wedded in 1964 at the end of their senior year and remained...
Stanley "Stan" Joe Gray
Jan 28, 2025
Stanley "Stan" Joe Gray, 75, South Whitley, passed away at his home on January 28, 2025. Born on August 3, 1949, in Wabash, to Verl and Opal (Hill) Gray, Stan was a lifelong resident of the South Whitley area, apart from a significant eight-year period spent in Tulsa, Oklahoma from 1980 to 1988.
Stan graduated from South Whitley High School in...
James "Jim" Baker
Jan 27, 2025
James "Jim" Baker, a lifetime resident of North Manchester, passed away on January 27, 2025, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center, at the age of 89. Born on March 17, 1935, in North Manchester, to John and Ruby (Westafer) Baker, Jim lived a life marked by joy, faith, love of family and sports.
Jim graduated from High School in 1954, where he took...
Harold "Harry" A. Machall
Jan 27, 2025
Harold "Harry" A. Machall, born on December 4, 1944, in Highland Park, Michigan, to Louis A. and Martha A. (Summers) Machall, passed away at his home on January 27, 2025, with his loving wife, Claudia, by his side. A devoted husband and Catholic, Harry will be remembered for his vibrant spirit and his passion for life.
After completing his early education...
Wyatt Elizabeth Stout
Jan 23, 2025
Wyatt Elizabeth Stout was born on Thursday, January 23rd, 2025, to Caleb and Carsyn (Howard) Stout. Living up to the meaning of her name, strong fighter, Wyatt fought her whole life. From the moment the pregnancy complications began to the moment she arrived home with Jesus, she was the strongest fighter. After 22 hours of life, she passed away peacefully...
Steven L. Allen
Jan 18, 2025
Steven L. Allen, born on August 31, 1970, in Wabash, Indiana, to Bev LaMont and Linda (Lane) Allen, passed away on January 18, 2025, at Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne.
Steven proudly served his country in both the Navy and the Army National Guard, embodying the values of service and sacrifice throughout his life. After being honorably discharged, Steven was an...
Ivana "Ivy" Lee Epp
Jan 16, 2025
Ivana "Ivy" Lee Epp, 76, North Manchester, was born on March 2, 1948, in Wabash, to Robert “Bob” Henry and Dorothy Kathryn (Heeter) Gahl, passed away on January 16, 2025, at Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne. A devoted member of Laketon Wesleyan Church, Ivana was a woman of deep faith with an unwavering love for her Lord and Savior, which...
Penny Lee Blocher
Jan 13, 2025
Penny Lee Blocher, born on March 3, 1951, in Fort Wayne, to Cecil Paul and Gladys Marion (Ball) Metzger, passed away on January 13 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and friend, whose life was marked by her profound devotion to family, faith, and her vocation.
Penny graduated from Whitko Community...
Charles Roy Allen
Jan 12, 2025
Charles Roy Allen, born on June 3, 1943, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Roy and Goldie (Allen) Allen, passed away at his home in North Manchester, Indiana, on January 12, 2025 at the age of 81.
Charles was a man who possessed a remarkable mechanical gift that led him to a fulfilling career as a maintenance worker. He dedicated many years of...
Jerome "Jerry" Hoskins
Jan 3, 2025
The Reverend Jerome "Jerry" Hoskins, born on September 30, 1944, in Bell County, Kentucky, to Morris Neal and Nellie (Hampton) Hoskins, passed away on January 3, 2025, at Parkview Whitley Hospital in Columbia City, Indiana. He was a remarkable individual, whose laugh, and love will be remembered by his loving family.
In the early part of his life, Jerry was a...
Howard "Doc" F. Terrill
Dec 25, 2024
Howard "Doc" F. Terrill, a dedicated and respected veterinarian, family man, and community leader, passed away peacefully at his home in North Manchester, Indiana, on December 25, 2024, at the age of 91. Born on March 16, 1933, in Ridgeway, Ohio, to Harvey C. and Ruth I. (Bayliss) Terrill, Doc’s journey through life began with a profound love for animals,...
Linda Kay Geaugh
Dec 23, 2024
Linda Kay Geaugh, a beloved matriarch and devoted friend, passed away on December 23, 2024, at the age of 76 in the Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne. Born on August 7, 1948, in Huntington, Indiana, to Russell and Devona “De” (Warner) Farley Jr., Linda embodied warmth and kindness, leaving a lasting impression on her family and friends.
Linda began her...
Kathleen P. Morris
Dec 22, 2024
Kathleen P. Morris, 99, Peabody Retirement Community in North Manchester, Indiana, (formally of Laketon, Indiana) went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 22, 2024. She was born November 4, 1925 near Sheridan, Indiana, to Doyle and Helena (Moore) Pruitt.
Kathleen graduated in 1943 from Westfield High School in Westfield, Indiana. After high school, Kathleen worked seven years at...
Eileen Joyce Beachler
Dec 22, 2024
Eileen Joyce (Wrightsman) Beachler, daughter of Raymond and Nellie (Flora) Wrightsman, was born on October 14, 1928, near Flint, Michigan in Genessee County, Michigan. She departed this life on December 22, 2024.
Eileen was united in marriage with Herman S. Beachler on October 17, 1948. To this union were born two sons and two daughters.
Eileen was baptized into the fellowship of...
Patricia Ann McNeely
Dec 18, 2024
Patricia Ann McNeely, born on April 18, 1945, in Logan, West Virginia, to Burl and Cynthia (Niece) Dingess, passed away December 18, 2024, at the Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital in Warsaw, Indiana.
Patricia was a dedicated homemaker and a remarkable woman who devoted her life to raising seven children while supporting her husband while he worked outside the home. Her unwavering commitment...
Beulah E. Badskey
Dec 13, 2024
Beulah E. Badskey, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and devoted wife, passed away on December 13, 2024 at Parkview Whitley Hospital in Columbia City, Indiana. Born on June 8, 1936, in Servia, Indiana, to Henry George and Sylvia Rose (Vandermark) Young, Beulah led a life defined by her unwavering commitment to her family and her faith.
In 1954 Beulah graduated from...
Joyce Anne Drake
Dec 12, 2024
Joyce Anne Drake, born on November 20, 1946, in Wabash, Indiana, to Paul Raymond and Doris Arlene (Brandenburg) Ebbinghouse, passed away at her home in Manchester, Indiana, on December 12, 2024, at the age of 77.
A graduate of Manchester High School, class of 1964, Joyce dedicated over 30 years of her professional life to Heckman Bindery, where her commitment and...
Bobbee J. Graham
Dec 11, 2024
Bobbee J. Albert Graham, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away on December 11, 2024, at Peabody Healthcare in North Manchester, Indiana, at the age of 90. She was born on April 28, 1934 in Sturgis, Michigan to Ray William and Jeanne Frances (Dykes) Rogusta.
She graduated from Mishawaka High School in 1952. Later that year she married Charles...
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