Local North Manchester, Indiana Obituaries
Max LaMar Metzger
Mar 20, 2025
Max LaMar Metzger, a lifelong farmer, auctioneer, and mason, passed away at his home on March 20, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on June 10, 1937, in North Manchester, to Orville and Mae Ellen (Niccum) Metzger, Max was known for his dedication to farming, a calling he embraced for most of his life, only retiring in the last...
Charles Edward Carpenter
Mar 18, 2025
Charles Edward Carpenter, born on February 3, 1977, in Wabash, to Donald A. and Rose (Hubler) Carpenter, passed away on March 18, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.
Charles was a man that enjoyed the simple life. A devoted homebody, he relished the peaceful moments spent sitting on his porch during the warm summer months. He found joy...
Carmen Marks
Mar 8, 2025
Carmen Rojas Marks, born on July 16, 1927, in Houston, Texas, to Medardo and Otilia (Castro) Rojas, passed away on March 8, 2025, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center in North Manchester. She lived a vibrant and full life, marked by her sharp wit, strong will, and intuitive understanding of those around her.
Carmen had a dedicated career, initially employed with Peabody Seating...
Lola Margarite Kelly
Mar 6, 2025
Lola Margarite Kelly, 65, Leesburg, formerly known as Lola France, was born on September 6, 1959, in Wabash. The daughter of Ralph James France and Francis Arlene (Springer) Brown, Lola departed this life on March 6, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. Lola lived a vibrant and fulfilling life characterized by her unique sense of style, infectious...
Leann Laughlin
Mar 4, 2025
Leann Laughlin was born in Wabash on January 23, 1967, to Terry Hoffman and Martha “Marty” (Hammonds) Quance and passed away on March 4, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. Leann was incredibly loving and left a lasting impression on everyone who was fortunate to know her.
Leann graduated from Tippecanoe Valley High School in 1985 and soon...
Earlene Nordmann
Mar 3, 2025
Earlene Nordmann, a cherished mother, dedicated homemaker, and beloved grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away on March 3, 2025, in North Manchester. Born on January 18, 1938, in Floyd County, Kentucky, to Elbert and Flora O. (Hackworth) Conley, Earlene's life was marked by her unwavering commitment to her family.
Earlene graduated from Oil Springs High School in Oil Springs, Kentucky, in 1956,...
Mary Belle Music
Mar 2, 2025
Mary Belle Music, born on June 20, 1937, in Amherstdale, West Virginia, to John Henry and Mamie (Taylor) Barrett, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025, at her daughter's home, surrounded by her loving family. She was a remarkable woman whose spirit touched the lives of many.
On February 20, 1971, Mary married Ben Frank Music, who was a beloved partner...
Dennis Alan Coe
Feb 28, 2025
Dennis Alan “Weed” Coe, born on April 17, 1960, in Wabash, to Derwood and Diane Coe, passed away on February 28, 2025, at Parkview Regional Hospital in Fort Wayne, at the age of 64. Dennis lived a life full of passion, dedication, and love, leaving an indelible mark on everyone who had the pleasure to know him.
A proud graduate of...
Lois Ann Warren
Feb 28, 2025
Lois Ann Warren, aged 66, passed away on February 28, 2025, at Parkview Wabash Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and companionship. Born on November 13, 1958, in Warsaw, to Bill and Laura Marie (Burchett) Farmer, she was a radiant presence in the lives of many.
After attending Manchester High School, Lois dedicated a significant portion of her professional...
Candace "Candi" K. Newell
Feb 28, 2025
Candace "Candi" K. Newell, born on February 28, 1953, in Indianapolis, to Richard C. “Dick” and LaDonna M. (Summe) Rader, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, at her home in Silver Lake, on her 72nd birthday. Candi's passing marks the end of a vibrant life filled with love, creativity, and dedication.
A graduate of Akron High School, Candi furthered her...
Amy Fry-Miller
Feb 26, 2025
With fragile hearts we share that Amy Leanne Fry-Miller of Wabash, Indiana, age 42, passed away on February 26, 2025. She was born March 6, 1982 in Fort Wayne to Paul and Kathy Fry-Miller.
Amy was truly a citizen of the world and beloved by so many whose lives she touched. Serving others was her calling in life.
As a young girl...
Ray Moore
Feb 22, 2025
Ray Moore, born on April 30, 1929, in McDowell, Kentucky, to Charles and Minnie (Dye) Moore, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Ray began his career at the Wabash County Highway Department for eleven years, before continuing his career for sixteen years with the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), from which he...
William "Bill" Miller
Feb 20, 2025
William “Bill” Charles Miller, 74, of North Manchester, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on February 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 29, 1951, in Wabash, Indiana, he was one of three children of Ralph W. Miller and E. Pauline (Fingerle) Miller.
On March 20, 1976, Bill married the love of his life, Marsha A. Coning. Together,...
Nancy L. Henson
Feb 19, 2025
Nancy L. Henson, 82, North Manchester, formerly of Rochester and Linden, passed away on February 19, 2025, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester. Born on December 19, 1942, in Montgomery County, Indiana, Nancy led a life marked by hard work, independence, and an unwavering spirit.
A proud graduate of Darlington High School in Montgomery County, Indiana, class of 1961,...
Carlene Burke
Feb 17, 2025
Carlene Burke, 75, of Wabash, formerly of North Manchester, passed away on February 17, 2025, at The Waters of Wabash West. Born on June 22, 1949, in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, to John F. and Fannie (Dotson) Burke, Carlene was a loving woman who cared deeply for her family.
Carlene spent many years of her professional life working at United Technologies in North...
June Darlene Shear
Feb 13, 2025
June Darlene Shear, born in Wabash County on March 13, 1940, to Harold and Mabel June (Lauer) Watson, passed away on February 13, 2025, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center in North Manchester. Darlene's journey through life was marked by her unwavering dedication to family, career, and her faith.
Darlene's professional legacy began after her graduation from South Whitley High School in 1958,...
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...
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