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Richard LaRue

Richard LaRue

Aug 19, 2024

Richard LaRue Jr., simply known as Rick or Ricky, passed away on August 19, 2024 at the age of 41. He was born on July 19, 1983, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Richard LaRue, Sr. and Kim (Reeves) Williams. Rick's journey through life touched many hearts and left an indelible mark on those who knew him. 

A devoted father, Rick was a...

Glenn Cowan

Glenn Cowan

Aug 17, 2024

Glenn Cowan, known to many as "Clem." passed peacefully at his home in Fort Wayne, Indiana on August 17, 2024, at the age of 69. He was born on September 29, 1954, in Westerly, Rhode Island to Robert George Cowan Sr. and Shirley (Seam) Taylor. Clem grew up in the North East and was a graduate of Valley Regional High...

Bob Wittig

Bob Wittig

Aug 16, 2024

Robert "Bob" Wittig, was born on August 13, 1931, in Gary, Indiana to Albert & Emma (Chizar) Wittig. He departed this life on August 16, 2024 from Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital. He was 93 years old. Bob grew up in East Chicago and was a graduate of East Chicago Washington High School, where he formed friendships that would last a lifetime.

 With...

Lori Wheeler

Lori Wheeler

Aug 16, 2024

Delores "Lori" Wheeler left us unexpectedly from her home in Millersburg on August 16, 2024. She was 74 years old. Lori was born on November 23, 1949, in New Paris to parents, Walter and Hazel (Benner) Graff. Lori spent her formative years in Milford, where she attended Milford Schools and learned the value of hard work at an early age.

Professionally,...

Donald A. Fraley

Donald A. Fraley

Aug 15, 2024

Donald A. Fraley, of South Bend, met his heavenly father on August 15th. Don was born on March 2, 1944, in Warsaw, Indiana to Patricia (Johnson) and Donald Fraley. After graduating from Warsaw High School in 1962, he soon settled in the Leesburg area, marrying Barbara Koch. Together they welcomed a bouncing baby boy named Patrick. Many years later in...

Marlene K. Hill

Marlene K. Hill

Aug 15, 2024

Marlene K. Hill, of Columbia City and previously of Albion, passed away surrounded by her family at Orchard Pointe Health Campus in Kendallville. She passed away on August 15, 2024 at the age of 84. Born on May 17, 1940 to Kenneth and Lona (Gaff) Leedy in Larwill, IN. Marlene was a dedicated individual who enjoyed a fulfilling life, both...

Leonard Chester Emery

Leonard Chester Emery

Aug 14, 2024

Leonard Emery, age 84, of Warsaw, passed away surrounded by his family on August 14, 2024. Arrangements are pending with Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 2000 Sheridan Street, Warsaw, IN.

Please check back soon for a more complete obituary and service details.

Shirley McNees

Shirley McNees

Aug 13, 2024

Shirley McNees, age 64, of Warsaw, passed away after a battle with cancer on August 13, 2024. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw is entrusted with Shirley's care. The family is grieving privately and no public service is planned.

Donald E. Stewart

Donald E. Stewart

Aug 12, 2024

Donald E. Stewart, known to most as Don, left this life on August 12, 2024, from his home in Syracuse, Indiana. He was 88 years old. 

Born in Indianapolis on October 18, 1935 to Jesse and Maude (Hinshaw) Stewart, Don led a life filled with dedication and commitment. He was a graduate of Arsenal Technical High School in Indianapolis and pursued...

Barbara Sutton

Barbara Sutton

Aug 9, 2024

Barbara Sutton passed away on Aug 9 at Miller’s Merry Manor. She was born in Fort Wayne Indiana on Sept 25, 1945 to Lawrence and Elba Reed. She graduated from Fort Wayne Central high school and international business college. She married Thomas Sutton on Aug 19, 1967.

Barbara was an artist, working with crocheting, flowers, painting ceramics and wood. She always...

Keenan Creightney

Keenan Creightney

Aug 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Keenan Price Creightney, who passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 26. He departed from this world at his home on August 8, 2024. Keenan was born on June 26, 1998 at Goshen Hospital. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work and kindness.

Having grown up in the...

Sharon Lee Banks

Sharon Lee Banks

Aug 4, 2024

Sharon Lee Banks, of Warsaw, passed away at the age of 70 at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital on August 4, 2024. Sharon was born on October 26, 1953, in East Saint Louis, IL, to her loving parents, Thurman and Marjorie Boroff.

Having graduated from Warsaw High School in 1972, Sharon pursued a career as a dedicated server and cashier at Eurest. On...

Kim Tran

Kim Tran

Aug 2, 2024

Kim Tran, age 84, of Warsaw, passed away on August 2, 2024 in her residence. She was born on May 1, 1940 to Hiep Tran in Saigon, Vietnam. Kim led a remarkable life filled with love, laughter, and cherished.

Kim graduated from high school in Vietnam before moving to the United States where she later became a citizen. She lived the...

Marlys R. Heath

Marlys R. Heath

Aug 1, 2024

Marlys Heath, age 82 of Warsaw, passed away on August 1, 2024, at Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on October 14, 1941, in Brookings, South Dakota to Dale J. Heath and Kathleen E. (Ward) Heath. Marlys spent most of her lifetime in Kosciusko County She was a graduate of Warsaw High School and later from Beauty School. 

Professionally,...

David C. Manning

David C. Manning

Jul 31, 2024

David C. Manning, of North Manchester, peacefully passed away on July 31, 2024, in the presence of his beloved wife at the age of 95. He was born on January 27, 1929, in Crawfordsville, IN to Joseph and Marie (Booher) Manning. On April 28, 1948, he married the love of his life, Phyllis Silveus.

A dedicated individual, David worked for NIPSCO...

Shayleen Crites

Shayleen Crites

Jul 30, 2024

Shayleen Crites, age 19, passed away at IU Methodist Hospital after a brief illness on July 30, 2024 in Indianapolis, IN. She was born to Shannon and Dawn Crites on September 7, 2004 in Lake Havasu City, AZ. She left behind cherished memories and a legacy of love and hard work.

Shayleen was a bright soul from the start. Her journey...

Kenith Bays

Kenith Bays

Jul 30, 2024

Kenith Bays, age 77, of Warsaw, passed away on July 30, 2024 at Warsaw Meadows Care Center. He was born on September 11, 1946 to Sammie and Dora (Miller) Bays in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. He graduated from Prestonsburg High School and shortly after moved to Warsaw. He married his wife Diana Williams on August 13, 1966 in Silver Lake, IN. 

Outside of...

Jeffery "Jeff" L. Ruff

Jeffery "Jeff" L. Ruff

Jul 29, 2024

Jeffery "Jeff" L. Ruff, of Warsaw, passed away on July 29, 2024, at his home at the age of 65. Born on June 20, 1959, in Rochester, he was the son of Marvin and Betty Ruff.

An industrious individual, Jeff graduated from Tippecanoe Valley High School in 1977, laying the foundation for his successful career path as a foundry worker until...

Glen Jackson

Glen Jackson

Jul 28, 2024

Glen Jackson, age 73, of Bourbon, passed away surrounded by his family at Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne, IN on July 28, 2024. He was born on June 1, 1951 to Jesse Jackson and Myrtle (Fuller) Damron in West Virginia. He later married his wife Jane Anne on June 1, 1993. 

Professionally, he worked several years at United Technologies and later...

Marilyn L. Cole

Marilyn L. Cole

Jul 25, 2024

Marilyn L. Cole passed away on July 25, 2024 at The Waters of Syracuse, Indiana at 10:40pm. She was born on September 16, 1937 in Marion, Indiana to Edward and Lucille (Pat)) Shively Merchant.Marilyn graduated from Marion HS in 1955. She then graduated from Ball State in 1959. She taught Kindergarten and 1st grade in Marion. She married Sam Cole...

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