AVILLA —LaDena S. Weaver, 57, of Avilla, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021, at her home in Avilla. She was born on April 10, 1964, in Kendallville, Indiana, to Robert Leatherman and Shirley (Carter) Garrison. They preceded her in death. LaDena held a Bachelor of Social Work from Indiana State University. She collected antique teddy bears for most of her life, and collected other "functional" antiques. She was a very loving and giving person. On Nov. 21,...

Glen W. Rauh, 76, of Albion, passed away at his home on Friday, October 8, 2021.  He was born on December 21, 1944, in Jefferson Township, Noble County, to Clarence Dale and Alberta Jane (Seely) Rauh.  Glen enjoyed collecting antiques and going to flea markets. He is survived by his twin sister, Glenda Rauh of Albion, sister, Beverly Kondas of Fort Wayne, brothers, Lowell (Carolyn) Rauh of Avilla, and Gaylord Rauh of Albion.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and a...

Esther I. Grawcock age 78 of Avilla, IN died Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at Parkview – Randallia. Esther was born September 27, 1943 in Kendallville, IN to Martin and Edna (Weimer) Juengel. Esther grew up on her family farm near Avilla and loved to play in the barn with the animals, riding her bicycle and picking wild strawberries with her friend Joyce. She played tuba in her high school band. She received her elementary teaching degree from Manchester College and her master’s...

Christine M. Pontzius age 73 of Albion, IN died Saturday, September 25, 2021 in Ft. Wayne, IN. Christine was born November 9, 1947 in Wolf Lake to Pierre J. and Natalie (Shellman) Edsall. She was a homemaker. Christine is survived by her son: Kirk (Robin) Pontzius, Auburn, IN; daughters: Tina Bolen, Kendallville, IN; Stefanie (Jeff) Terry, Tri-Lakes, IN; sisters: Marilyn (Michael) Gentis, Kendallville, IN; Donna (Richard) Lievense, New York; 7 grandchildren and 8 great...

Marla K. Gordon age 64 of Avilla, IN died Friday, September 24, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Marla was born on August 19, 1957 in Defiance, OH to Richard F. and Dorene E. (Fischer) Storch. She married Dale F. Gorgon on August 2, 1981 in Hamler, OH. Marla was a homemaker and was a babysitter for over 21 years. She was very selfless and giving, and enjoyed cooking, baking, crocheting and cross stitching. She was a huge sports fan and loved her grandbabies. Marla is survived by her...

Neal C. Wolfe, 91, of Albion, passed away at his home on Skinner Lake surrounded by his family.  He was born on May 29, 1930 in Ada, Ohio to Charles and Goldie (Black) Wolfe.  Neal was a veteran of the US Army.  He enjoyed living on the lake, fishing, playing golf, and spending time with his family. On June 15, 1994, in Albion, he married Ellen Godfrey.  She survives in Albion along with is his daughters; Vicky Lynn Baxter and Elizabeth (Scott) Myers and son; Ed Call....

Sherry E. Shepherd, 65, of Kendallville, Indiana, passed away on Monday, Sept 13, 2021, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. She was born in DeKalb County on Jan 12, 1956, to Gerald and Esther (Rhoades) Boyd. Sherry retired from Federal Mogul after 20 years of service. On July 31, 1988, in South Milford, Indiana, she married Carson Shepherd. He preceded her in death on Nov. 26, 2016. Sherry loved cooking and baking, but her main joy in life was her grandchildren. She never missed a...

AVILLA — Kenneth H. Amstutz Jr., 81, of Avilla, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on March 10, 1940, in Fort Wayne, to Kenneth H. Sr., and Meletine (Boyle) Amstutz.  Kenneth was a 1960 graduate of the Avilla High School, and retired from Dana Corporation after 30 years of service. On Oct. 5, 1963, at St. Peters Catholic Church in Fort Wayne, he married Karen Kummer. In his free time, he enjoyed...

Deborah Lee “Deb” Herendeen, 65, of Winamac, IN went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 26, 2021.  She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family and friends.  Deb was born on December 27, 1955 in South Whitley, IN to Larry and Nancy [Lamle] Herendeen.  She graduated from Churubusco High School in 1974. Deb was a Master of the Martial Arts.  In 1997, she won the World Championship Title in Women’s Fighting competing against 103...

Albion - Anna Marie "Annie" McClelland, 91, of Albion, passed away at her home on Friday, August 20, 2021.  She was born on Feb 9, 1930, in Stroh, to Carl and Edith (Wilson) Gundrum.  Annie married William J. McClelland on July 30, 1946.  He preceded her in death.  She loved children, and many generations of kids around Albion came to know her as a mom.  She especially loved her grandchildren.  Annie also enjoyed cooking, reading, and watching Walker,...