All Obituaries

Dirk Roderick Renkenberger, age 69, of Kendallville, passed away Saturday March 7, 2026, peacefully at his home. Dirk was born in Kendallville, Indiana, on October 2, 1956, at McCray Memorial Hospital in Kendallville to James Hiram Renkenberger and Judith Ann (Crowl) Renkenberger. He married Pamela Sue Becker in August of 1982 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.  Dirk's family always came first especially his wife, kids, and grandkids. He was also a very loyal friend to many. Dirk was a very ...

Kent Gillian Ihrie, age 84, of Witmer Lake, near Wolcottville, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026, at home. Kent was born in Kendallville, Indiana, on September 1, 1941, to the late Wendell Morris Ihrie and Mary Elizabeth (Gillian) Ihrie. He graduated from Kendallville High School in 1959 and honorably served his country in the Army National Guard for six years. On March 11, 1967, he married Ruth Elaine Fischer at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Avilla. Ruthie preceded him in death on ...

Carroll Frederick "Cody" Schneider Jr., age 84, of Kendallville, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026, at Lutheran Life Villages in Kendallville. Cody was born in Lisbon, Indiana, on June 10, 1941, to the late Carroll Frederick Schneider, Sr. and Bertha (Padget) Towns. He married his high school sweetheart, Avonna Rosella "Susie" Weimer, on October 29, 1958, at Church of God in Kendallville. Cody had a dedicated career, beginning at McCray Refrigeration where he worked ...

Tanja Reene "Tinnie" Bowman, age 72, of Ossian, passed away March 6, 2026, at her home in Ossian. Tinnie was born in Richmond, Indiana, on June 16, 1953, to the late Raymond and Kathryn (Smith) West. She married Edward Eugene Bowman. Tinnie was a bar tender at the Eagles Lodge in Bluffton, and she also worked at Dollar General. She loved spending time with her best friend, Sheri Thompson, tending to her garden, spending time with her kids and grandkids, and collecting Campbell Soup ...

Dalton Ray Moore, age 86, of Jones Lake, near Rome City, passed away Monday, March 2, 2026, at his home. Dalton Ray was born in Knott County, near Garrett, Kentucky, July 21, 1939, to the late Jasper and Fairlena (Napier) Moore. He married Jeanette Henderson in July of 1958 in Rome City and she survives him. He was employed thirty years with Curto Ligonier Foundry. Dalton Ray was a devout Christian and loved The Lord with all his heart. He enjoyed coon hunting, raising his garden, and ...

Jeanne Marie Johnson, age 76, of New Haven, passed away February 26, 2026, at The Cedars in Leo. Jeanne was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on June 3, 1949, to the late Elmer G. Hoevel and Louise Frances (David) Osmun. She graduated from New Haven High School and went onto college and completed an associate degree. She married Charles Clifton Johnson on August 6, 1971, in Fort Wayne and he preceded her in death on June 27, 1997.  Survivors include: Son, Cory and Chelsea Johnson of Fort ...

Click here to view Memorial Tribute Margaret Louise (Scott) Godsell, age 93, of Kendallville, passed away February 24, 2026, at Orchard Pointe in Kendallville. Mrs. Godsell was born in Allen Township of Noble County, Indiana, on June 25, 1932, to the late Eldon Leo Scott, Sr. and Anna R. (Rice) Scott. She graduated from Kendallville High School class of 1950. That same year, she married Allen Leroy Godsell on September 2, 1950, in the rectory of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in ...

Rickey Lee Knox, age 67, of Ligonier, died February 24, 2026 in hospice care at Parkview Lagrange Hospital. Rickey was born in Kendallville, Indiana, on June 9, 1958, to the late Otis Knox and Christine (Manns) Morr. He was a veteran of the United States Army.  Survivors include: Brother, Roger and Deborah Knox of Indianapolis.  Brother, Rodney and Deborah Knox of Avilla. Brother, Randy Knox of Kendallville. Brother, Ronald and Patti Knox of Kendallville. Brother, Russell Knox of ...

Rosemary (Garman) Rhodes, age 80, of Avilla, died February 23, 2026, at Orchard Pointe in Kendallville. Rosemary was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on April 9, 1945, to the late Donald William Garman and Hazel Adeline (Kniss) Garman. She grew up in Huntertown and graduated from Huntertown High School.  Survivors include: Son and daughter-in-law, Bryan and Lisa Rhodes of Avilla.  Grandson, Cory and Tailor Rhodes of Avilla Great granddaughter, Macie Rhodes.  Brother, Bill Garman ...

Ralph Elmer Scheiwe, age 94, of Fort Wayne, passed away February 22, 2026, at Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne. Mr. Scheiwe was born in New Haven, Indiana, on February 2, 1932, to the late Christ E. Scheiwe and Flora E. (Lattz) Scheiwe. He graduated from Woodburn High School in 1950 and entered into the United States Army where he honorably served his country from 1952-1954. He first married Jeanette Albersmeyer on November 28, 1952. She preceded him in death July 13, 2002. He later married ...