OBITUARIES

Charles David ‘Dave’ Lehman

NORTH MANCHESTER – Charles David “Dave” Lehman, North Manchester, died March 28, 2025.

David Richard Cesaretti

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Richard Cesaretti, a man whose larger-than-life personality and deep love for life touched the lives of so many.

Zachary Henry Woodcock

Zachary Henry Woodcock, 34, Warsaw, died Thursday, March 27, 2025.

Jerry L. Hartzler

AKRON – Jerry L. Hartzler, 67, rural Akron, died on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at his residence.

Earl James McKenzie

Earl James McKenzie, 80, Warsaw, died on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

Thomas M. Kruger

NORTH WEBSTER – Thomas M. Kruger, 88, North Webster, died on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Timbercrest Senior Living in North Manchester.

William Jernigan

NORTH WEBSTER – William Jernigan, 79, North Webster, died on March 29, 2025.

Thomas Ridley Lemon

What was a loss for this world was a gain for Heaven with the passing of Thomas Ridley Lemon, 83, on March 26, 2025, at the Hospice House in Bloomington. With gifts and passions encompassing a wide array of human endeavors, Lemon’s life story is among the truly remarkable.

Ralph B. Rigby

PIERCETON – Ralph B. Rigby, 76, died March 27, 2025, at IU Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie.

Scott Vanosdol

Today, we mourn the loss of a truly special soul, my brother-in law Scott. He brought joy and love into our lives in ways that words cannot fully express. His unique spirit and resilience taught us all valuable lessons about kindness, patience and the beauty of life.

Shirley J. Dunn

Shirley J. Dunn, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the age of 75.

Cecil I. Davenport

BOURBON – Cecil I. Davenport, 77, of Bourbon, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025, in his home.

Kay Donna Smith

Kay Donna Smith passed away in her home surrounded by her loving family Sunday, March 23, 2025, at the age of 88, a longtime resident on Little Eagle Lake of Warsaw.

Heather Christine Handley

Heather Christine Fey Handley, 46, Warsaw, died March 14, 2025, in Fort Wayne's Lutheran Hospital.

Doris J. Christner

Doris J. Christner, of Warsaw, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, March 24, 2025, after a long and fulfilling life of 103 years.