All Obituaries

Sandra Lou den Hartog, 84, formerly of Milford passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at Kosciusko Community Hospital. Sandy was born February 7, 1937 in Elmhurst, Illinois to Adrian and Louisa (King) Biddle. She was married to Cornelis den Hartog Jr. who preceded her in death in April of 2000. Sandy is survived by her daughter, Cristina (Keith) Ousley of North Webster, son, James Adrian den Hartog of Warsaw and a granddaughter, Megan Ousley of Fort Wayne. She was preceded in death by...

Denver Prater, 78 of Pierceton, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at home. He was born October 14, 1942 to Elmer and Lula (Ousley) Prater.  On October 29, 1960, Denver married the love of his life, Patsy Tolson; she survives. Denver, affectionately known as “Pierre”, had a great sense of humor and enjoyed playing practical jokes on the grandchildren, He owned and operated his own business for many years, Denver’s Mobile Home Service and enjoyed working on his...

Michael "Mike" Keith Jones of North Manchester, IN  was 47 at the time of his death. He died January 9th in his home. He was born on July 5, 1973 in Logansport, IN to the parents of Della (Pearson) Trump and Daymond N. Jones, III. Mike married  Deonda (Fritz) Jones on July 3rd, 1993.  He enjoyed spending time with his growing family. He loved being in the outdoors, with some of his hobbies being hunting, fishing, and beekeeping.  He liked playing pool and...

On January 4th, Wendy Ophelia Wylie (49) lost her 2-year battle with cancer.  Wendy was born in South Bend (1971) to the late Nancy and Zern (Bud) Wylie.  Wendy was a graduate of John Glen High School and for the past 9 years had resided in Warsaw.  Wendy is survived by her three children: Dakota Keiper, Jesse Keiper, and Angelina Wylie; three grandchildren, Rhiley, Theia, and Brenton.  She is also survived by her five siblings: Donna Napier, Barbara White, Dave Naragon,...

Carlton “Jay” Woodruff, 81, of Warsaw, went to be with his heavenly Father on Saturday, October 31, 2020 at Duke Memorial Hospital in Peru. He was born on January 7, 1939 in Summitville, IN, the son of Phyllis Ault (Fran) Denny and Russell Woodruff. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Rex Woodruff. Jay married the love of his life and school sweetheart, Donna Coy on June 30, 1957. Jay worked at Endicott and Korth Furniture, both in Warsaw. He was a part owner...

William C. “Bill” Taylor, 72, of Claypool passed away October 3, 2020 after a brief battle with cancer. Bill was born February 11, 1948 in Aberdeen, Washington, to Albert and Wanda (McMurray) Taylor.    Bill married his childhood sweetheart, Jean Heimburger in 1969.  Together, they led a very adventurous life for nearly 60 years.    Bill was an avid reader and an exceptional cook.  He enjoyed camping, kayaking and traveling with Jeannie. ...

Carolyn A. Bilbrey, 84, of Milford passed away on September 11, 2020 at Goshen Hospital. Carolyn was born October 20, 1935 in Rockford, Illinois to Leonard and Virginia (Storm) Key. She is survived by three children, Laura (Bruce) Zutter of Alabama, Joe (Diane) Bilbrey of Florida, Mary “Liz” Tethrake of Milford; three grandchildren, Andy, Ben and Leah; four great grandchildren and a sister Judy Parmenter of Illinois. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents. In keeping...

Michael Wayne Blackford, age 74, of Warsaw, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 unexpectedly at home. He was born on June 17, 1946 to Robert & Frances (Smith) Blackford in Warsaw. On May 22, 1992, Michael married Carolyn Sainer. She survives. Michael is survived by his wife, Carol; six children, Shannon (Doug) Dirck of Warsaw, Rob Blackford of Warsaw, Heather (Josh) Drudge of New Paris, James Skeans Jr. of China, Gretchen (Phil) Melnick of New Jersey, Elizabeth (Aaron) Corcoran of...

Joy Louise Flora, 64, Warsaw, passed away on July 14, 2020 at 11:17 p.m. at Lutheran Hospital in Ft. Wayne surrounded by her family. Joy was born on February 23, 1956 in Bangui(FEA), Congo but was a lifelong area resident.  She was a member of Warsaw Community Church and enjoyed devoting her time to the Sonlight Children’s Ministry.  She will always be remembered for her compassion and love of family.   Joy married David Flora (Warsaw, IN) on August 9, 1975, who...

Andrew “Andy” Kenneth Kryder, 45, of Leesburg went home to be with the Lord Thursday evening June 25, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Andy was born April 1, 1975 in Fort Wayne to Roger and Marge (Barnum) Kryder. He married his high school sweetheart, Colleen Hoffert on June 24, 2000, sharing 28 years together; she survives.  Andy graduated from Wawasee Community High School in 1994 where he was an accomplished swimmer. He was the 1994 state champion in the...