All Obituaries 

Lowell James Puls of Big Turkey Lake, Hudson, IN, passed away on 13 April, 2024, at the age of 68, after bravely battling prostate cancer. Lowell was a man of many extraordinary talents - an entrepreneur, author, teacher, woodworker, and technician. However, most importantly, he was a wonderful husband and an outstanding father to his children and stepchildren. His love extended to his adored grandchildren, of whom he was immensely proud, a sentiment he displayed for all to see. Lowell is...

Paul Ellis Thomas, Sr., 97, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2024, at Ascension Living Sacred Heart Village following a brief illness.  He was born in St. Joe, Indiana on February 9, 1927 to Carl and Irma Thomas. He graduated from Kendallville High School in Kendallville, Indiana in May of 1945.  Paul worked as a dairy farmer and as a factory worker at Riecke, G.E., International Harvester, and Bostwick Braun.  Paul was a member of the Pleasant Chapel Church of the...

Tucson, AZ - Howard R. Hall, 87, of Tucson, Arizona died November 18, 2023 in Tucson. Howard was the son of Harris Dale Hall and Hilda Grace Westgate Hall and was born in Eaton Rapids, Michigan on October 10, 1936. As an older big brother Howard always spoiled his younger brother and sister. Howard graduated from Waterloo High School Class of 1955. He joined the Navy after high school and unfortunately suffered a recurring injury. After the Navy he returned to Indiana and worked in...

Garrett – Stephen C Reas Sr. – 81, of Garrett, passed away Wednesday April 10, 2024 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born January 18, 1943 in Fort Wayne to Elmer and Marceyle (Balmer) Reas. Steve was an Amtrak Engineer working for the Pennsylvania Railroad, Penn Central Railroad and Conrail. He also co-owned and operated 3 different taverns in the area, Joe’s Place in Ashley, The Retreat in Auburn and Wayne Street Tavern in Waterloo. He...

Waylon Charles Brown, three months old, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at DuPont Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born on January 7, 2024 to Haley Warstler and Coleton Brown, both of Waterloo.    Survivors include: His loving parents; Haley Warstler and Coleton Brown of Waterloo. Maternal grandparents; Dawn and Rob Warstler of Hudson. Paternal grandfather; Kent and Dara Brown of Auburn. Paternal grandmother; Leslie Krontz of Hicksville, Ohio. Great grandparents;...

Corunna – Mark A Rottger, 56 of Corunna passed away Tuesday April 9, 2024 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born September 29, 1967 in Auburn to Harry J and Cindy (Farrington) Rottger. His parents both survive in Corunna. Mark worked at Lakeside Book Company in Kendallville. He was a Jr Volunteer Fireman for the Corunna Fire Department. He loved to Cook and enjoyed mushroom hunting. What he enjoyed the most was fishing. He was a Master Bass Fisherman,...

Cooper Scott Wilson, 24 of Auburn Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Friday April 5, 2024. He was born in Auburn, Indiana to Liberty and Jeffery Wilson on November 14, 1999. Cooper was known for making people laugh and was helping others. He had a huge sense of humor, and his infectious smile. To know Cooper was to love him. Cooper loved being a big brother and cousin. Cooper found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He was passionate about fishing, hunting, attending concerts, and...

Tracy Lee Pineiro, age 57, of Butler, Indiana, passed early Monday morning, April 8, 2024. He was born on Jan. 24, 1967, to Jose and Catherine Pineiro. He was preceded in death by his father; and his mother survives in Butler. He loved spending time with his family and absolutely adored his grandson. In his spare time, you could find Tracy fishing, cooking, camping or spending time with his best friend of 15 years, his dog Jimmy. Tracy is survived by his daughter, Katterina Love Pineiro;...

Constance “Connie” Rae Gallardo (59), born on February 23rd, 1965, at Cameron Memorial Hospital in Angola Indiana, passed away on April 8th, 2024, at Auburn Village, in Auburn Indiana. She was the beloved daughter of Dawn Neely and Walter Jack. Connie will be remembered as a loving grandmother to Carmyn Rae and Carder Duane Rhodes, and a devoted mother to Ana Rhodes and James Gallardo. Connie loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She spent her free time...

Rickey Parker, 69 years, 7 months and 1 day, passed away April 8, 2024. He was born on September 7, 1954 in Garrett Indiana, son of Clifford Parker and Beverly (Swander) Parker who preceded him in death. He will be remembered for his zest for life. Rick is survived by his 3 daughters, Tara Parker, Mandie Taylor and Nikole Parker; 4 granddaughters, Teresa, Jordan, Aja and Jolee and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his two brothers, Barry Parker (Barb) and Neal Parker. As well...