Local North Manchester, Indiana Obituaries
Florence M. Wagoner
Mar 4, 2026
Florence Marie Flora Wagoner, youngest daughter of Elder John Henry and Maudie Ellen (Rauch) Flora, was born March 15, 1930, near West Milton, Ohio. She passed away peacefully March 4, 2026 near Silver Lake, Indiana.
She was baptized into the Old German Baptist Brethren Church in September of 1948. She lived a happy, faithful life until her death.
On December 26, 1948...
George Pfeiffer
Mar 3, 2026
George Pfeiffer, 95, North Manchester, Indiana, passed away on March 3, 2026 at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester. Surviving is his wife, Joan; daughters, Sharon (Jerry) Aikins, Karen (John) Kestler, and Lorie (Tom) Shiveley; grandchildren, Michelle, James, Emily, Daniel, Bradley, Ann Marie, Elizabeth, Joseph, and Steven; ten great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; brothers, Rev. Robert Pfeiffer, Joseph Pfeiffer, and Edward Pfeiffer.
George...
James Albert Dixon Sr.
Mar 2, 2026
James Albert Dixon Sr., born on August 19, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Albert and Gladys (Lewis) Dixon, passed away on March 2, 2026, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana.
James graduated from Prestonsburg High School in 1967, laying the groundwork for a life that would be filled with various roles and responsibilities. He attended Alice Lloyd College...
Timothy "Tim" Calloway
Feb 20, 2026
Timothy "Tim" Calloway, aged 63, of North Manchester, Indiana, passed away on February 20, 2026 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born on July 18, 1962, in Logan, West Virginia, to Carl and Christean (Dingess) Calloway Jr., Tim led a life characterized by dedication, a strong sense of family, and a love of Harleys.
On March 14, 1995,...
David Wayne Nordmann
Feb 20, 2026
David Wayne Nordmann, born on May 23 1957, in Wabash, Indiana, to Wayne E. and Earlene (Conley) Nordmann, passed away on February 20, 2026, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and a cherished member of his community.
David's educational journey began at Manchester High School, where he graduated in 1975. His love...
Cynthia Kay Udolisa
Feb 19, 2026
Cynthia Kay Udolisa, born on May 14, 1975, in Wabash, Indiana, to Randall and Rebecca (Bennett) Habegger, passed away on February 19, 2026, at Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. A devoted social worker and compassionate individual, Cynthia’s life was a celebration of her unwavering commitment to serving others and uplifting her community.
Graduating from Blackhawk Christian High School...
Alice LaVern Rohrer
Feb 16, 2026
Alice LaVern (Rupel) Rohrer, 101, passed away at Timbercrest Senior Living Community, North Manchester, Indiana, on February 16, 2026.
She was born March 31, 1924 in Walkerton, Indiana to (Alfred) Byron Rupel and (Eliza) Edith Rohrer Rupel. She was one of five girls, including her identical twin. During the Great Depression, the girls helped save the family farm and were raised...
Beverly Ann Schroll
Feb 16, 2026
Beverly Ann Schroll, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Warsaw, Indiana, on February 16, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on April 5, 1939, in South Whitley, Indiana, to Robert and Barbara Madeline (Walters) King Sr., she lived a life filled with love, dedication, and a fierce spirit.
Beverly graduated from Sidney High...
Michael "Terry" Teren Riley
Feb 14, 2026
Michael T. Riley, 82, formerly of Lansing, Michigan, passed away peacefully after a long battle with PTSD and more recently, lung cancer. He was born June 27, 1944 to Herbert and Elaine (Ross) Riley. He was preceded in death by his parents.
He attended Lansing Sexton High School, graduating in 1963 and then Lansing Community College for his freshman year. He...
Phyllis Marie Burkett
Feb 14, 2026
Phyllis Marie Burkett, affectionately known by those who loved her as a straightforward and vibrant soul, passed away on February 14, 2026, at DeKalb Memorial Hospital in Auburn, Indiana. Born on October 27, 1935, in North Judson, Indiana, to Delbert and Leah (Bailey) Hunnicutt, she was the oldest daughter in a large family of nine, a role that shaped her...
Richard "Tony" Anthony Farmer
Feb 12, 2026
Richard "Tony" Anthony Farmer, born on September 12, 1977, in Wabash, Indiana, to Paul Douglas and Phyllis (Warren) Farmer, passed away suddenly at his home in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on February 12, 2026. He was 48 years old.
Tony was known for his unwavering work ethic, having dedicated the last two years of his life to Lakeside Book Company in Kendallville,...
D. Joann Bashore
Feb 12, 2026
D. Joann Bashore, born on February 25, 1930, in Logansport, Indiana, to Earl Rease and Josephine (Hall) Cook, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, at Miller's Merry Manor in Warsaw, Indiana. As a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Joann lived a life characterized by kindness, and resilience.
After graduating from Central High School in 1948, where she was also a...
Phyllis Joyce Brown
Feb 11, 2026
Phyllis Joyce (Baird) Brown, 88, of Silver Lake, IN, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026. Born on March 13, 1937, in Linton, IN, to Ray C. and Fredia (Gillum) Baird. Phyllis grew up on her family's farm in Scotland, IN. Her early years were defined by her dedication to the land and her skill in showing Angus cattle, earning...
William "Bill" Lee Snep
Feb 11, 2026
William "Bill" Lee Snep, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on February 11, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born on July 29, 1942, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Robert and Mary (Norris) Snep, Bill lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and a deep love for his family.
Bill graduated from Manchester High...
Sheila Karen Rowe
Feb 9, 2026
Sheila Karen Rowe, known affectionately as Karen, passed away on February 9, 2026, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana. Born on March 16, 1948, in Ashland, Kentucky, to Russell E. “Red” and Maxine (Kelley) Estep, she was the daughter of loving parents and grew up in a community that instilled in her the values of hard work...
Edward "Ed" George Miller
Feb 8, 2026
Professor Emeritus Edward G. Miller, 91, finished his remarkable journey on February 8, 2026, in North Manchester, Indiana.
Ed was born on March 29, 1934, at the family farm in Columbiana, Ohio, to Adin L. Miller and Mabel (Metzler) Miller. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Martha A. (Showalter) Miller of North Manchester, IN, daughter Michele Marie Miller...
Anthony "Tony" Monce
Feb 8, 2026
Anthony "Tony" Monce, 74, of Akron, Indiana, passed away on February 8, 2026, at Auburn Village Nursing Home in Auburn, Indiana. Born on September 11, 1951, in Wabash, Indiana, to D. DeWayne and Jane Ann (Burkhart) Monce, Tony lived a life marked by dedication to his family.
On September 28, 1979, Tony married Teresa "Teri" Ashby, embarking on a partnership that...
Scott Paul Wrightsman
Feb 5, 2026
Scott Paul Wrightsman, born on September 11, 1965, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Paul A. and Shirley A. Wrightsman, passed away at his home in North Manchester, Indiana, on February 5, 2026. He was 60 years old at the time of his passing.
Scott graduated from Whitko High School in 1984 and went on to work for various companies, which included being...
David A. Waas
Feb 4, 2026
Professor of History Emeritus, David A Waas, born February 20th, 1926, died mid-morning February 4th, 2026, days shy of his 100th birthday.
Born to E.R. and Lorraine (Douglas) Waas in Burbank California, David spent his childhood acting in school plays, singing in choirs, and working in his father's shop repairing bicycles and shoes.
David became active in the Church of the Brethren...
Frances "Fran" Stapleton
Feb 2, 2026
Frances "Fran" Stapleton, a beloved member of the community and a follower of her faith, passed away on February 2, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born on September 17, 1961, in Fort Wayne, to Raymond F. and Naomi J. (Barbour) Stapleton, Fran dedicated her life to her family, career, and community.
Fran graduated from Manchester High...
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