Obituaries
Ligonier, IN. Obituaries
Local Obituaries for families in Ligonier and Noble County, IN.
Mary Maxine Conrad
Sep 3, 2026
Mary Maxine (Castator) Conrad, 86, passed away Thursday, September 3, at Chandler Place in Kendallville, Indiana. Mary formerly made her home in Albion, Indiana.
Mary came into the world on February 29, 1940, born to Basil and Bessie (Bloomfield) Castator in Kendallville. Being a Leap Year baby was something her family had fun with her entire life. There was something especially...
Jerry Dean Wellman
Aug 31, 2026
Jerry Dean Wellman, 77, of Kimmell, IN passed away Monday, 8-31-26, at his home, surrounded by loved ones.
Jerry was born on February 21, 1949, in Goshen, Indiana to Lee Amos and Jesse Nadean (Yoder) Wellman. He graduated from West Noble high school in 1968, and in June 1968, he enlisted in the Marines where he became a Lance Corporal. Jerry...
David Glenn Kilgore
Aug 27, 2026
David Glenn Kilgore, 72, of Nappanee, Indiana, passed away at home on August 27, 2026. He was born at Lucky Hospital in Wolf Lake, Indiana, on March 29, 1954, to Glenn Kilgore and Betty Ann (Coverstone) Kilgore.
Dave grew up on a farm outside of Kimmel, Indiana. He attended school in Wolf Lake and was a member of one of the...
Melody L. Meyer
Aug 23, 2026
Melody Meyer, 70, of Ligonier, Indiana, passed away on August 23rd following a lengthy illness. She was born on July 13, 1956, in New Castle, Indiana, to Patty and Leo Little. She grew up in Hagerstown and graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1974. She resided in Ligonier since 1986.
Melody shared 51 years of marriage with her husband, Steven. Together,...
Sharon Kaye Johnson
Aug 23, 2026
Sharon Kaye Johnson, 61, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2026 at Goshen Hospital.
She was born on October 22, 1964 in LaGrange to the late Marshall and Peggy (Caldwell) Baker.
Sharon worked for Jayco RV in Middlebury.
On April 5, 2014, in Syracuse, she married Lowell T. Johnson.
She was a member of Grace Bible Baptist Church.
In her free time, Sharon enjoyed...
Dale Binstock
Aug 20, 2026
Dale Binstock (December 26, 1939 - August 20, 2026) passed away peacefully at home on his terms after a brave and long battle with illness.
A master trucker by trade, he spent over fifty years hauling heavy equipment. He once backed a single wide house trailer around the figure 8 lake roads of Goose Lake in Whitley County and parked it...
Karen Lynn Geidner
Aug 9, 2026
Karen Lynn Geidner, 79, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2026 at Goshen Hospital.
She was born in Michigan on February 4, 1947 to the late Joe and Myrle (Yost) Carpenter.
Karen honorably answered her country’s call and served in the United States Army.
Following her time in the Army, Karen went to work for the Civil Services, helping soldiers and their...
Robert "Bob" L. Scott
Aug 7, 2026
Robert L. Scott “Bob,” 90, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Ligonier, peacefully passed away amongst family on Friday, August 7, 2026. Bob was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. He was a man known for his honesty, integrity, and passion for the community.
Bob was the youngest of five siblings and was born on September 7, 1935, the son of Archie...
Luis Gerardo Garcia
Jul 27, 2026
Luis Gerardo Garcia
“El Matas”
8/25/1980 - 7/27/2026
Luis partió a la edad de 45 años el lunes 27 de julio en el Parkview Hospital, rodeado del afecto y las oraciones de sus familiares, tras demostrar una fuerza admirable y luchar con valentía hasta el último instante sin darse nunca por vencido.
Durante 15 años, Luis dedicó su vida laboral a Lippert Components, donde...
Ronald Jason "Jake" Harlan
Jul 20, 2026
Ronald Jason “Jake” Harlan, 55, of Goshen, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, July 20, 2026.
He was born on May 5, 1971, in Goshen, to Ronnie Harlan and Norma (Everhart) Harlan.
On October 16, 2010 , he married the love of his life, Tina (Pauley) Harlan, who survives.
Jake was employed as the Quality Assurance Manager at Brinkley RV, where...
Dawn L. Creech
Jul 18, 2026
Dawn L. Creech, 64, of Churubusco, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2026 at the Waters of Columbia City.
She was born in Wauseon, Ohio to the late Merle J. and Sandra Lee (Foote) Short on December 20, 1961.
Dawn worked as a team assistant for Transitions Hospice.
In her free time, Dawn enjoyed camping, being on the lake, and vacationing. Most of all,...
Larry Lee McCullough
Jul 18, 2026
Larry Lee McCullough, 71, of Albion, passed away following a brief aggressive battle with cancer.
He was born on January 16, 1955, in Columbia City to the late Thomas and Judith (Hire) McCullough.
Larry honorably answered his Country’s call and served in the United States Navy on the USS Enterprise.
Larry owned and operated his own Trucking Business.
He loved animals, in his earlier...
Carol Christine Frey
Jul 18, 2026
Carol Christine Frey, 75, passed away on Saturday, July 18th in Ligonier, IN. She was born December 25, 1950, to Sylvanus and Marietta Frey.
Carol grew up on a farm just outside of Ligonier and spent a lot of her time helping out on her family’s farm.
Carol graduated from West Noble High School in 1969. She married Pat Frain on April...
Gloria Jean Fought
Jul 18, 2026
Gloria Jean Fought, 84, of Ligonier, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2026 at Waterford Crossing Health Campus in Goshen.
She was born on June 12, 1942 to the late Russell and Lillian (Fowler) Patton.
Gloria was a 1960 graduate of Ligonier High School.
On June 17, 1960, she married the love of her life, Richard Eugene Fought. Together they faced every season of...
Lana K. Ostrander
Jul 14, 2026
Lana Kaye Ostrander, 75, of Ligonier, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at her residence.
She was born on Mach 9, 1951in Wolf Lake to the late Ray Hiatt and Julia (Fausnaugh) Hollowell.
On May 4, 1971, in Cromwell, she married the love of her life, Michael Earl Ostrander. He preceded her passing in 2024.
Mrs. Ostrander worked as a packer for Kidd...
Howard Lee Baker
Jul 13, 2026
Howard Lee Baker, 83, of Ligonier, passed away Monday, July 13, 2026 at his residence.
He was born on May 21, 1943 in Stroh to the late Thomas and Norma (Zook) Baker.
On November 14, 1969, he married the love of his life, Cathy Jo Durham. She preceded him in passing on December 18, 2025.
Howard was an avid leather and woodworker. In...
William David "Dave" Tucker
Jul 10, 2026
William David “Dave” Tucker, 71, of Ligonier, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026 at Goshen Hospital.
He was born on May 18, 1955 in Peoria, Illinois and raised by the late John and Alta (Simpson) Doling.
William retired after more than 25 years with Rinker Boats.
In his free time, William enjoyed fishing, bowling and golf. He was an avid sports fan, especially...
Lloyd R. "Rusty" "Pops" Hollowell
Jul 7, 2026
Lloyd R. “Rusty” “Pops” Hollowell, 78, of Albion passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at his residence.
He was born on January 30, 1948 in Clinton to the late John and Charlet (Yokem) Hollowell.
On June 26, 2022 he married Cheryl Beardsley.
Lloyd had worked for several area factories.
In his free time, Lloyd enjoyed shooting, fishing, hunting, and gardening. Most of all, Lloyd...
William R. Price
Jul 4, 2026
William R. Price, 66, of Kimmell, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026.
He was born on March 10, 1960 in Columbia City to the late Thad and Doris (Wysong) Price.
On June 18, 1983, he married the love of his life, Danielle Owen.
A lifelong farmer, William was known for his strong work ethic, love of the land, and an unwavering devotion to...
Sandra Joan Smith
Jun 19, 2026
Sandra Joan Smith, age 87, of Kingsport, Tennessee, formerly of Goshen, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord on June 19, 2026. She was born on August 5, 1938, in Ligonier, Indiana, to the late John and Edith Guthrie.
Sandra was a faithful follower of Jesus and lived a life marked by quiet strength, devotion, and love for her family....
