Mary Katherine Rouch

Mary Katherine Rouch, age 73, of Angola, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Mary was born on October 28, 1952, in Norwalk, Ohio, to the late Leonard and Stella (Matthews) Charles. She graduated from high school and later pursued further education in college. Throughout her life, Mary was known for her strong work ethic and dedication. She worked for many years at Colwell General in Kendallville and also spent several years employed at No-Sag in Kendallville.

Mary found joy in many simple pleasures of life. She was an avid crocheter and greatly enjoyed visiting garage sales, collecting trinkets, and playing Bingo. She also loved caring for her plants and animals. Mary held a deep and meaningful relationship with God, enjoyed reading the Bible, and faithfully attended church services. She was especially known among family and friends for making outstanding Thanksgiving turkeys each year.

Above all else, Mary cherished her family. She treasured the time spent with her loved ones and was grateful for the companionship of her recent roommate and dear friend, Brenda. Mary embraced life fully and will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by all who knew her.

Mary is survived by her son, Chloe Rouch of New Haven, Indiana; her twin grandchildren, Salem and Elijah Rouch of New Haven, Indiana; and her sister, T. Jean Powers of Kendallville, Indiana.

She is also survived by many beloved nieces and nephews: Julie and Jeremy Stevens of Angola, Indiana; Timothy Powers of Rome City, Indiana; Tom Powers of Kendallville, Indiana; Todd Powers of Kendallville, Indiana; Elizabeth Charles of Kendallville, Indiana; Starina Charles of Kendallville, Indiana; Tina and James Owens of Kendallville, Indiana; Tammy and John Glover of Churubusco, Indiana; Roylee Charles of Kendallville, Indiana; Jeff Charles of Nevada; Ken Charles of California; and Dustin and Megan Charles of California.

In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by three siblings: Roy Charles, Lenny Charles, and Rosie Coy.

A memorial service celebrating Mary’s life will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with visitation beginning at 12:00 p.m., at Bethel Christian Baptist Church, 2838 US-6, Rome City, Indiana 46784.

Arrangements and care have been entrusted to Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Fort Wayne, Indiana.