Obituaries

Infant Marks Twins

Jul 9, 2025

Marks Infant Twins were born into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

We extend our deepest condolences to the families of Ayden Marks and Mataya Griffith.  Though their time was brief, they are forever loved and remembered.

Arrangements and care trusted to Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Danny Lee Jackson

Jun 7, 2025

Danny Lee Jackson, age 78, of Huntington, IN formerly of Waynedale, Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones and family.  Mr. Jackson was born on June 26, 1946, in Roanoke, IN to Kenneth and Rachel (Ballard) Jackson.  Danny graduated from High School in Roanoke.  He served his country honorably with the...

Richard L. Leezer

May 27, 2025

Richard Louis Leezer, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on January 16, 1943, Richard lived a full and joyful life, surrounded by the people and things he loved most.

Richard was a devoted husband whose love and loyalty served as the foundation of his...

Cindy Kay Hydorn

May 25, 2025

Cindy Kay Hydorn, age 64, of Wolcottville, IN passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at her residence.  Ms. Hydorn was born on June 15, 1960 in Goshen, IN to the late Burton and Sandra K. (LeCount) Mahler.  Upon completion of high school, she continued her education where she obtained a bachelor's degree.  She worked as a cabinet builder...

Janette Lynn (Russell) Taylor

May 21, 2025

Janette Lynn Taylor, age 75, of LaGrange, IN, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at her residence.  Mrs. Taylor was born on August 12, 1949, in Tyronza, AR to the late Woodrow and Louise (Shook) Russell.  On December 18, 1976, she married Ronnie Taylor in LaGrange, IN.  Janette was a loving wife, mother, and homemaker.  She was a...

Roy Smith

May 20, 2025

Roy Smith, age 73, of Mongo, IN passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, IN.  Mr. Smith was born on January 29, 1952 to the late Joseph and Gertrude (Beverly) Smith.  After completing his High School education, he then continued his education and earned an associate's degree.  On April 9, 1977,...

Franklin "Frank" L. Marsh

May 15, 2025

Franklin "Frank" L. Marsh, age 73, of Howe, IN passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at his residence.  Mr. Marsh was born on November 30, 1951 in Coldwater, MI to the late Herman Dale and Carlene Patsy (Collyer) Marsh.  He graduated High School in Akron, IN then served his country with the United States Marine Corp.  On May...

Linda A. (Willms) Eaton

May 12, 2025

Linda A. Eaton, 83, passed away peacefully at her residence on May 12, 2025. She was born on March 11, 1942, to Otto and Marie (Smith) Willms in Orland, Indiana, where she remained a lifelong resident.

Linda married the love of her life, Daniel Eaton, on March 12, 1960, and together they shared many adventures and loved...

Brian L. Sizemore

May 5, 2025

Brian "Hog" L. Sizemore, age 64, of Howe, IN passed away on May 5, 2025 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, IN.  Mr. Sizemore was born on March 13, 1961 in LaGrange, IN to the late William "Bill" and Ruby Jewel (Coburn) Sizemore.  He attended Prairie Heights High School and then served his country honorably with the...

Robert "Rob" Bruce Elliott Ii

Apr 27, 2025

Robert "Rob" Bruce Elliott II, age 60, of Shipshewana, IN passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at his residence.  Mr. Elliott was born on April 28, 1964 in Goshen, IN to Robert Bruce and Barbara Jean (Williams) Elliott.  Rob graduated from Goshen High School in Goshen, IN.  For nearly 40 years, he worked in RV Sales within the...

Veva J. (Manns) Blaylock

Apr 23, 2025

Veva J. Blaylock, age 87, of LaGrange, IN passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at her residence.  Ms. Blaylock was born on March 22, 1938 in Handshoe, KY to the late Tony and Lula (Conley) Manns.  She married Bill Blaylock and he preceded her in death.  In 1996, she retired from...

Ronald "Ron" Alan Jurhs

Apr 18, 2025

Ronald "Ron" Alan Jurhs, age 64, of Bristol, IN went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, April 18, 2025, at Esther's House, Center for Hospice Care in Elkhart, IN.  Mr. Jurhs was born on April 9, 1961, in Kalamazoo, MI to Jack and Barbara (Ouding) Jurhs.  In 1978, he graduated from Portage High School in Michigan.  ...

William Howard Ellis

Apr 12, 2025

William "B.J." Howard Ellis, age 37, of LaGrange, IN formerly of Sherwood, MI, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, in LaGrange, IN.  Mr. Ellis was born on June 21, 1987, in LaGrange, IN to the late William Bryan and Selma Ellis.  He attended Lakeland High School and obtained his GED.  He previously worked in manufacturing.  B.J. loved being...

Kenneth Eugene Riedel

Apr 9, 2025

Kenneth Eugene Riedel, age 58, of Topeka, IN passed on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at his residence.  Mr. Riedel was born on April 27, 1966, to the late Vernon Gard and Betty Lou (Fought) Riedel in LaGrange, IN.  He attended Westview High School in rural LaGrange County.  Kenneth was previously employed at Nisco in Topeka, IN.  Ken enjoyed mini-bikes...

Susan "Sue" Eilene (Connelly) Dempsey

Apr 6, 2025

Susan Eilene Dempsey, age 76, of Turkey Lake, IN passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at her residence.  Ms. Dempsey was born on April 22, 1948, in Sturgis, MI to Arnold and Lila (Sheets) Connelly.  In 1966, she graduated from Lakeland High School in LaGrange, IN.  She continued her education at...

Joseph "Joe" E. Parsons

Mar 26, 2025

Joseph "Joe" E. Parsons, age 79, of LaGrange, IN passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at Canterbury Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fort Wayne, IN.  Mr. Parsons was born on May 4, 1945, in LaGrange, IN to the late Charles and Ella (Sexauer) Parsons.  He graduated from LaGrange High School.  On September 25, 1976, he married Doris...

Helen Louise (Bell) Prill

Mar 26, 2025

Helen Louise Prill, age 84, of Wolcottville, IN passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at The Waters of LaGrange in LaGrange, IN.  Ms. Prill was born on April 26, 1940, in LaGrange, IN to the late Forrest and Gladys (LeMaster) Bell.  In 1958, she graduated from LaGrange High School.  On April 29, 1961, she married the love...

Linda L. Antonides

Mar 23, 2025

Linda L. Antonides, age 83, of LaGrange, IN passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Life Care Center of LaGrange.  Ms. Antonides was born on January 7, 1942, in Sturgis, MI to the late Kenneth Dale and Beulah Irene (Hartman) Antonides.  In 1960, she graduated from Lima High School in Howe, IN.  She retired from Ross Labs in...

Arnold "Arnie" A. Gerstein

Mar 20, 2025

Arnie Gerstein – father, husband, poet, clarinetist, and lifelong seeker – passed away on March 20, 2025.  He was 84.  A lover of philosophy, poetry, and music, Arnie was the song of Natalie Tankenoff and Rabbi Joseph Gerstein.  Born in Kilgore, Texas, his grandparents came from Russia to be homesteaders in North Dakota in the early 20th century.  Arnie...

Arnold Miller

Mar 20, 2025

Arnold Miller aka "The Legend," age 81, of Topeka, IN passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Goshen Hospital in Goshen, IN.  Mr. Miller was born on March 31, 1943, in Tribbey, KY to the late Robert and Geneva (Allen) Miller.  On May 10, 1963, he married his wife of 54 years Barbara Kay Miller.  She preceded him...