Larry was preceded in death by his parents at Sacred Heart Home in Avilla where he resided the past 4 years He graduated from Kendallville High School in 1946 Donald honorably served his country from 1946-1947 in the United States Army with occupation forces in Japan he attended International Business College in Fort Wayne and graduated in 1949 at the Evangelical United Brethren Church parsonage in Kendallville Joan preceded him in death on September 24 working for 23 years with Fordeck Kemerly in Kendallville Universal Electric and Kirby Risk in sales and as manager of their local retail stores Don was very active with his church and in the community He was a member of Trinity Church United Methodist and Elks Lodge where he served as Exalted Ruler in the past He coached Little League with Kendallville Youth Baseball and he was leader with the Boy Scouts.  at home after an arduous journey with cancer that allowed him to watch his children and love Tom was born to Heide Amrei (Barthel) Johnson and Arthur Virgil Johnson in Charleston Indiana where he graduated from West Noble High School in 1983 He went on to study Civil Engineering at Trine University (formerly Tri-State) Throughout his career as a Civil Engineer he worked at INDOT and E&B Paving of Fort Wayne where he persistently demonstrated his excellent work ethic and exceptional people skills Skills that acquired him countless lifelong friends Tom married Amy Beth (Forker) Johnson in Kendallville Indiana with whom he recently celebrated 25 years of marriage Their love was a flame that shown brightly Tom was an excellent role model for his children and had a certain joy about him that #lled any room with laughter and treated all of them as though they were his kin Tom was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Kendallville Elks Lodge No which was something he shared with his father-in-law he moonlighted frequently as a stand-up comedian for all who would listen a vocalist who serenaded the masses with his karaoke Tom’s most prominent feature above all though was his ability to love and his fervent devotion to God only amplified this He shared his love with anyone who would receive it He loved everyone he encountered wholeheartedly and diligently believed in treating everyone like family so it’s imperative we cherish the ones we #nd and strive to withhold the standard of love he believed in Survivors include his wife Amy Johnson of Kendallville; daughter Charlotte “Nicky” Johnson (David Collins) of South Bend; daughter Tess Johnson (Rhys Weber) of Westville; son Seth (Courtney) Johnson of Kendallville; Andrew (Annika Hawley) of Kendallville; mother Matt (Natasha) Johnson of Syracuse; stepsister Brigette Barber of North Carolina; sister-in-law Stephanie (Sam) Hopkins of Kendallville; brother-in-law William Forker of Kendallville; sister-in-law Nanette Forker of Kendallville; grandchildren Luke and Daisy Collins of South Bend; and many cherished nieces Tom was joined in Heaven later that same day by his beloved stepmother  A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday Indiana with a Celebration of Tom’s Life immediately following the mass at the Elks Lodge Jude Children’s Hospital or to Immaculate Conception Church for Masses for Tom Condolences can be left at www.hitefuneralhome.com Click here to view Memorial Tribute at Parkview Noble Hospital in Kendallville to the late Richard Thomas Avery and Mary Helen (Provci) Avery He graduated from Brunnerdale Seminary High School Henry Schools in Ohio in 1967 and earned a Master of Education degree from Ball State University Francis Catholic Church in Cranberry Prairie Bob and Sue moved to Kendallville where Bob began his career as an English teacher at East Noble High School He spent 33 years teaching in the classroom and continued directing plays and coaching spell bowl teams in his retirement They are members of Blessed Sacrament Parrish in Albion.  Thomas Avery; and an infant brother.  Click here to view Memorial Tribute Kentucky to John and Flossie Wicker.  In 1954 Bob’s dad moved the family to Kendallville in 1954 for work where he later met and married Norma Kay Wert on March 7 Bob worked at various jobs and learned tool and die and became a toolmaker.  In 1975 they founded their own business B&J Specialty which has since grown into a multiple business enterprise including B&J Medical and B&J International which now employs close to 300 people He was the hardest worker ever and loved God and his family fiercely.  He was passionate about suppling food and toilet paper to food pantries 9 grandchildren: Keith Wilson of Kendallville; Jessica (Ryan) Slone of Auburn; Kaihla (Braden) Hines of Huntertown; Shawn (Whitney) Wilson of Wawaka; Collin (Liam) Wilson of Nashville Tennessee; Anissa (Nate) Mueller of Huntertown; Anna (Zach) Brazel of LaOtto; Autumn (Griffin) Parks of Albion; and Faith Nakayima Wicker of Kendallville Jennepher Nansamba and caretaker Marcy Gooden Click here to view Memorial Tribute He graduated from East Noble High School in 1980 He managed several area Miller's grocery stores for 33 years His favorite teams were Notre Dame Fighting Irish football Paul Hile in 2002 and Mary Hile in 2012; one brother Visitation and funeral services will both be held Thursday Visitation will be held from 2:00 - 7:00 PM followed by a funeral service at 7:00 PM Pastor Chris Mosley will officiate the service Burial will take place at a later date at Lake View Cemetery in Kendallville.  to the late Warren Nelson Smith and Viola Emilie Mae (Hammel) Smith John Lutheran School and a 1954 graduate of Kendallville High School she married Eugene Warren "Gene" Lash at St John Lutheran Church in Kendallville where she was a lifetime member Hirsch & Company in the 1960's and 70's She also worked at The Nobleman Menswear store and Home Sweet Home Florist in Kendallville She enjoyed decorating churches and reception halls for weddings and events and delivering flowers all over Kendallville and the surrounding area She enjoyed working with people and meeting customers every day She loved her family the most and loved every moment she spent with them Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents Max Smith and Kenneth Smith; and two sisters Janice Thacker and Evelyn Gibson; and a sister-in-law Visitation and funeral service will be held Saturday Visitation will take place from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM followed by a funeral service at 2:00 PM at Hite Funeral Home Pastor Philip Rigdon will conduct the funeral.  Memorial donations may be made to Lutheran Life Villages of Kendallville.   Click here to view Memorial Tribute to the late Harvey and Elsie Mae (Frost) Charles The family moved to Kendallville when Art was a young boy and he graduated from Kendallville High School in 1957 His father began Reliable Tool and Machine in 1946 and Art took over ownership of the company in 1972 He retired as president and chief executive officer of Reliable in 2009 Art married Sylvia Sue Weimer on August 17 Sylvia preceded him in death on February 15 Click her to view Memorial Tribute at Bryron Wellness Community in Fort Wayne Harding and Mary Kathryn (Shultz) Schlotterback He graduated from East Noble High School in 1978 He was employed with PHD in Fort Wayne and Flint & Walling in Kendallville before retiring in 2015 Kent was a member of the Free & Accepted Masons Kent raced stock cars locally and enjoyed driving his 1969 Camero.  Kent was preceded in death by his parents and brother from 4:00 - 6:00 PM at Hite Funeral Home in Kendallville followed by a Masonic service at 6:00 PM.  Memorial donations may be made to Kendallville Masonic Lodge #276 or to Mid America Windmill Museum.    Click here to view Memorial Tribute at his home.  James was born in Kendallville 1969 to the late Lawrence Beverly and Joyce Ann (McDonald) Beverly He graduated from East Noble High School in 1989 and was employed by Hendrickson Suspension in Kendallville James was a longtime employee of 26 years with Max Platt Ford Lincoln Mercury in Kendallville and he was a "Ford Guy" through and through James was the proud owner of a 1991 Saleen Ford Mustang He was a devoted fan of the Oakland (now Las Vegas) Raiders football team Indiana University basketball and he also enjoyed watching NASCAR.  James was also a dedicated support member of St Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis James also liked to listen to country and rock-n-roll music Lynard Skynyrd and Old Hank Williams were among his favorites He would give you the shirt off his back if needed He was loved by many and will be missed greatly.  passed away in the comfort of his home on Tuesday to the late John Henry Thompson and Jean Joan (Garver) Volker graduated from Northside High School in 1969 and honorably served his country in the United States Army from 1970-72 during the Vietnam War He married Patricia Maxine McBride on April 13 He retired from Stoops Freightliner in 2013. Don enjoyed golfing driving bus for East Noble High School activities and attending his grandchildren’s events He was also highly involved with his church and AA and his willingness to always lend a helping hand Visitation will be held from 1:00 - 3:00 PM with military honors and a funeral service to follow at 3:00 PM Drew Baker will officiate the funeral service Memorial contributions may be made in Don's name to AA of Rome City or Trinity Church United Methodist of Kendallville Burial will take place at a later date at Marion National Cemetery On August 25th at 7:03 a.m., Barbara Stevens was carried by Angels to her forever home in Heaven A home where she is singing in the Angels Choir as she plays her piano or guitar A home where she is surrounded by many loved ones who passed before her including her beloved cats to the late Thomas Ray Asher and Geraldine Rose (Vorndran) Asher Barb sold Avon products in the past.  Thomas and Geraldine Asher; three brothers Patrick Asher and Steven Asher; and one grandson Rhonda was a 1975 graduate of East Noble High School.  After graduation she spent the next 30 years working at Lincoln National Corporation in Fort Wayne she worked at Parkview Hospital in LaGrange Indiana until retiring in 2019. Rhonda loved being with her family and friends and shopping for bargains at the Shipshewana Flea Market.  She also loved taking care of her flowers and plants.  She was a phenomenal cook.  Nobody was ever going to turn down her homemade noodles or stuffed shells.  She was a fan of Indiana basketball and enjoyed listening to all types of music.  Rhonda was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved grandmother Iona (Albaugh) Frederick Kesler.  She is survived by her husband of 50 years A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday at the Eagles in Kendallville where she was a past president.  Gathering at 2 pm and dinner following the service. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Stillwater Hospice Click here to view Memorial Tribute to Justin Karl Krause and Heather Marie (Smith) Zarate There will be a gathering of family and friends on Saturday Donations to help with funeral expenses would be most appreciated We have used your information to see if you have a subscription with us Please use the button below to verify an existing account or to purchase a new subscription Your current subscription does not provide access to this content Please use the button below to manage your account or sign up for a new account to continue reading no promotional deals were found matching that code Ohio — A Kendallville man died in a crash involving two semis just after 6 p.m the Van Wert Post of Ohio State Highway Patrol said sustained fatal injuries in the crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Van Wert County Coroner’s Office “The preliminary investigation revealed that Amie Marie Cook was operating a 2018 Freightliner semi and was traveling southbound on S.R 49 and Williamson was operating a 2019 Kenworth semi and was traveling westbound on U.S Cook failed to yield to oncoming traffic and began to cross the westbound lanes of U.S who was traveling in the left lane of westbound U.S Cook was treated at the scene and released with no reported injuries The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted by the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Office; Convoy Fire and EMS; Payne Ohio Fire and EMS; Ohio Department of Transportation; Van Wert County Emergency Management Agency; Van Wert County Coroner’s Office; Community Emergency Response Team and Hague’s Towing and Repair We're always interested in hearing about news in our community Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: