Local North Manchester, Indiana Obituaries
Maxine Estep
Nov 16, 2024
Maxine Estep, 95, of North Manchester, Indiana, formerly of Ashland, Kentucky, passed away November 16, 2024, at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana. Born on February 27, 1929, in Ashland, Kentucky, to Alex Hayden and Mary Jane (Sargent) Kelley, Maxine was the youngest of thirteen children. By the age of ten, Maxine’s parents had passed and it was her...
Dennis Eugene Cripe
Nov 13, 2024
Dennis Eugene Cripe, born on February 18, 1947, in Wabash, Indiana, to Daniel Arden and Doris Irene (Moore) Cripe, went to be with Jesus, on November 13, 2024 at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana.
He graduated from Manchester High School in 1965 and further pursued his education at Indiana Wesleyan University. Before embarking on a remarkable thirty-one-year career...
Jack L. Wagner
Nov 12, 2024
Jack L. Wagner, cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully at home in North Manchester, Indiana, on November 12, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on February 10, 1941, in Gary, Indiana, to Rosco and Nicy “Sally” (Young) Wagner, Jack lived a life full of love for his family and those around him.
Jack devoted twenty-three years of...
Karen Roberts Sare
Nov 10, 2024
Karen Roberts Sare, 71, North Manchester, Indiana, passed away on November 10, 2024. The daughter of James and Ruth (Bendsen) Rowe, Karen was born July 6, 1953 in Angola, Indiana.
Karen’s life-long vocational calling was to live a life of service and accompaniment. She graduated from Wawasee High School in Syracuse, in 1971 and went on to earn her Bachelor of...
Daniel E. Speicher II
Nov 8, 2024
Daniel E. Speicher II, a beloved figure in his community, passed away peacefully on November 8 2024, at the age of 90, leaving behind a legacy that will forever inspire those who knew him. Born September 26, 1934, in Urbana, Indiana, to Harold and Mona (Devers) Speicher, Daniel lived a life characterized by dedication, kindness, and a faithful spirit.
A proud...
Richard "Rich" Ray Wion
Nov 6, 2024
Richard ("Rich") Ray Wion, 73, made his Journey Home late November 6, 2024, while still in his own home, being uplifted and loved by his attentive family members. After a challenging but brief uphill climb on stony terrain, he was able to attain and enjoy a peaceful Mountaintop View before his Spirit was free to fly from his Earthly Vessel....
Kim William Butler
Nov 1, 2024
Kim William Butler, born on December 13, 1954, to Jack William and Thelma Jean (Jagger) Butler, in Rochester, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly in North Manchester, Indiana, on November 1, 2024, at the age of 69.
A dedicated professional, Kim devoted thirty-nine years of his career to Laketon Refining Corporation, from where he retired in 2019. His leadership and commitment were exemplified...
Michael LeRoy Bishop
Oct 28, 2024
Michael LeRoy Bishop, 69, Akron, formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away on October 28, 2024, at the Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. The son of LeRoy Bishop and Phyllis (Chaffee) McMichael, Michael was born on October 15, 1955, in Wabash, Indiana,
Michael attended Manchester High School before serving in the United States Army. After his time in the Army,...
Arden Ray Boocher
Oct 23, 2024
Arden Ray Boocher, 70, Fort Wayne, formerly of North Manchester, passed away on October 23, 2024. Born on July 1, 1954, in Wabash, to Max E. and Doris T. (Niccum) Boocher, Arden’s journey through life was marked by kindness, humor, work ethic, and a remarkable dedication to his family.
Arden dedicated thirty-six years of his life to Wayne Pipe and Supply,...
John Olinger
Oct 20, 2024
John Olinger, a beloved figure in the North Manchester community, passed away on October 20, 2024 at the Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Centre in Wabash, Indiana. Born on April 1, 1955, in Huntington, Indiana, to Frederick “Fritz” and Rose Mary (Berneburg) Olinger, John led a life filled with passion, laughter, and a commitment to both his community and his faith.
As the...
Nancy Kay Burton
Oct 18, 2024
Nancy Kay Burton, born to Glen C. and Willadean V. (Kamp) Keaffaber on November 6, 1944, in Wabash, Indiana, passed away on October 18, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. She was a beloved presence in many lives, and her memory will forever be cherished by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
A proud graduate of...
Kathleen "Cindy" Ann Seward
Oct 11, 2024
Kathleen Ann Seward, 77, known to many as “Cindy,” died on October 11, 2024 at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester. The daughter of Jean Ireland and Phyllis (Fulton) Neuenschwander, Cindy was born September 10, 1947 in Huntington, Indiana.
Cindy experienced an extensive fall at home that then required long term care at Peabody Nursing Home in the fall of September...
Lamoine Charles Gemmer
Oct 6, 2024
Lamoine Charles Gemmer, 95, a dedicated husband, father, and hardworking carpenter, passed away on October 6, 2024, in Wabash, Indiana. Born on December 27, 1928, in Huntington, Indiana, to Henry and Edythe (Urschel) Gemmer, Lamoine led a life filled with love, family, and lifelong dedication to his craft.
Lamoine's life was filled with love and laughter, from his days at Chester...
Lois Snyder
Oct 5, 2024
Lois Snyder, 93, North Manchester, Indiana, passed away on October 5, 2024, in North Manchester, Indiana. Born in Chicago, on October 2, 1931 to Daniel and Martha (Daggett) Horning, Lois lived in the Chicago area for 80 years; there she dedicated her life to raising her family, to Chicago’s First Church of the Brethren, to teaching children with learning disabilities,...
Arlene Merriett
Oct 2, 2024
Arlene Merriett, 93, Auburn, formerly of North Manchester, Indiana, passed away October 2, 2024 at Betz Nursing Home in Auburn, Indiana. The daughter of Russell and Veva Mae (Richert) Farley Sr., Arlene was born August 29, 1931 in Kosciusko County. While living in the North Manchester area, Arlene was a member of the Congregational Christian Church.
The loving memory of Arlene...
David Louis Bunch
Oct 1, 2024
David Louis Bunch, 57, Wabash, passed away at his home on October 1, 2024. The son of Robert and Billie Bunch, David was born December 26, 1966 in Goshen, Indiana.
After graduating from Jimtown High School, David went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from Northwestern State University of Louisiana, and then a Master’s degree from Ball State University...
Mary Francis Howard
Oct 1, 2024
Mary Francis Howard, 76, North Manchester, passed away surrounded by her loving family on October 1, 2024, at the age of 76 at her home. Mary was born in Logan County, West Virginia on June 6, 1948, to Willard Don and Mary Lou (Spriggs) Chafin. During her beautiful life, Mary found great joy in her roles as a mother, grandmother,...
Norma Louise Walker
Sep 29, 2024
Norma Louise Walker, 86, born January 2, 1938, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024.
She was a loving daughter to Kyden and Verda Disser, soulmate of Harold Walker, and a great mother to David, Mark, and Jerry.
A resident of both Indiana and Florida, Norma loved both places.
She was a loving mother, a caring nurse, and a woman of strength, who...
Jean Gamble
Sep 27, 2024
Emma Jean Gamble, a devoted mother, dedicated employee, and passionate collector, passed away tragically on September 27, 2024, at the age of 90 in North Manchester, Indiana. Born in Kentucky on September 7, 1934, to Lonnie and Savage (Shepherd) Shepherd, Jean attended Sidney High School and went on to build a successful career spanning over fifty years at General Tire,...
Dorothy Hidy
Sep 23, 2024
Dorothy Hidy, born on September 23, 1958, in Jamestown, North Dakota, to Wilfert and Helen (Ziemann) Thom, passed away on her 66th birthday, September 23, 2024, in Wabash, Indiana. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and love that will forever be cherished by her husband Robert Hidy, her children Christopher and Vanessa, her brother Jerry, and all who...
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