All Obituaries

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...

Aundria (Hall) Bloomer, 69, of Gas City, passed from this life, Saturday, June 13, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Aundria was born June 7, 1951 in Marion to Kenneth L. Sr. and Virginia (Lewis) Hall. She had been together with her husband, John Bloomer since 1969; he survives  Aundria graduated Marion High School in 1969 and later attended Tucker's Vocational School of Practical Nursing. She became an LPN in 1989 and continued working as a nurse until her retirement in...

Gerald “Jerry” Perkins, 71, of Winona Lake passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 27, 2020 at Lutheran Hospital in Ft. Wayne. He was born June 8, 1948 in Carrollton, Kentucky to Melvin N. and Mary C. (Rosell) Perkins. Jerry joined the United States Army in 1965 serving as a medic before his honorable discharge in 1968. Jerry was a private individual but had a heart to help others, while living in Ocala, Florida he volunteered with Vets helping Vets. He enjoyed fishing,...

Arnold “Hump” Tolson, 78, of Warsaw passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He was born July 5, 1941, one of 10 children to Sam and Elizabeth (King) Tolson. On January 25, 1964, he married the love of his life, Betty S. “Lucy” Prater, sharing 56 years together. Hump was employed with Warsaw Foundry for 30 years prior to his retirement. He was a jokester with a great sense of humor,...

Sandra S. Tuncil, 66, of Warsaw passed away at 8:33 am. Sunday, March 29, 2020 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Sandy was born January 5, 1954 in Greenville, OH, the daughter of Glen and Lena (McGahey) Barger. On September 15, 1984, she married Carl Tuncil in Seymour, Indiana, they shared 35 years together. Sandy was a spirited lady who enjoyed fishing, swimming in her pool and just being outdoors. When she was unable to be outside, she could be found watching QVC looking for...