All Obituaries

Carol L. Johnson, 83, of North Manchester went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 18, 2019 as she was surrounded by her loving family. Carol was born April 12, 1936 in Elwood, IN, the daughter of Robert Henry and Rose Maryann (Semon) Laster. On June 3, 1956 she married Raymond “Max” Johnson, who survives. Carol graduated from Wendell L. Willkie High School in Elwood and went on to work for several companies before retiring from CVS to take care of her mother.  She...

Pete O’Connell, 75, of Winona Lake, was called Home on Monday, July 8, 2019 at Millers Merry Manor in Fort Wayne. Pete was born in Warsaw IN. Pete proudly served his country in Vietnam, as a Marine.  After his service, he indulged his wanderlust and traveled the country he loved so much.  Pete was an amazing father, grandfather, and compassionate friend.  He was an avid jokester and enjoyed lifting up those around him. Pete’s strong work ethic was demonstrated...

Reita M.Fuson, 88,of Warsaw went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Reita was born in South Bend on May 22, 1931toPhillip Ernest and Ethel V. (Moore) Williams. She was married to John Cecil Fuson, Sr. on July 4, 1954; he preceded her in death on March24, 1975. Just a month after her birthday, this remarkable lady received her promotion from abundant life to eternal life.  She was a lifelong member of Pathway Church, formerly...

Rhonda Kay Allen, 61, of Silver Lake passed away April 1, 2019 surrounded by her family. She was born July 27, 1957 in Wabash to the late William and Evelyn (Barton) Hensley. Rhonda was married to Thomas Allen on August 21, 1977; he preceded her in death on November 16, 2015. Rhonda loved the Lord and cherished her family, especially her grandchildren. She was known as “mom” to many more than just her kids. She had an open-door policy and a heart to help people, her kindness...

Clifford D. Wolf went to rest in heaven on February 9, 2019 at 4:45am. He was born on May 26, 1938 to Ernest and Vivian (Chubb) Barth-Wolf. Clifford married the light of his world, Cleo Jean (Estep) Wolf on January 31, 1965. Over the years Clifford worked at several recreational vehicle places in Elkhart, including Beeline and Barth Corporation before helping them move the business to Milford. He also worked for Leesburg Lumber and for his son at CDCI for many years as a drywall...

Richard "Rick" L. Keplinger, 56, of Pierceton passed away Sunday, February 3, 2019 at Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center in Warsaw. Rick was born June 1, 1962 in Warsaw to Irvin and Eva (Maggart) Keplinger. Rick is survived by several children, a brother, two sisters and several nieces and nephews. Cremation will take place. No services are planned at this time.

Ronald “Ron” Fisher, 55, of Milford passed away Saturday, February 2, 2019 at his home surrounded by family.  He was born on August 30, 1963 in Goshen to Keith D. and Martha “Myrt” (Elliott) Russell. On May 24, 1986 he married Mary Ann Schrader; she survives. Ron worked in the R.V. Industry for many years prior to opening his own business, Ron’s Well Service, Inc. He was an amateur photographer and enjoyed learning to make his pottery. He enjoyed spending...

Mary Alice Miller, 87, of Warsaw passed away Saturday, January 5, 2019 at home surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born June 21, 1931 in Warsaw to Warren and Winifred (Koser) Howe. She was married to Melvin Miller on December 18, 1971; he preceded her in death on June 1, 1982. Mary was a lifetime area resident and was involved in many ways in the community. She was a volunteer at Combined Community Service, The United Way and the Jail and Bail March of Dimes. She was a member of the...

Donald Eugene Kinney Jr. went to be with with his heavenly father on Saturday, December 29, 2018 at 5:30 PM. He was born on January 18, 1958, son of Donald Eugene and Frances “Pat” (McGriff) Kinney Sr. in Goshen, IN. God blessed Don and Kristine (Overmyer) with a beautiful partnership when they married on March 16, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Kristine Kinney of Warsaw; two children, Bethany (Thomas) Hall of North Manchester, and Candace (David) Fritzel...

Emory Dalton Gray, 24, of Warsaw passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 10, 2018 at Kosciusko Community Hospital. Emory was born September 17, 1993 in Indianapolis to Joseph “Joe” Gray and Lisa McCoy. Emory was very smart and had a good sense of humor. He enjoyed sports, reading, fixing computers, playing video games and auto racing, especially Jeff Gordon. He had a big heart and liked to help those that he could. He enjoyed spending time with his daughter, Harbor. Emory is...