Obituaries
Ligonier, IN. Obituaries
Local Obituaries for families in Ligonier and Noble County, IN.
Monica Natalie Estrada
Nov 2, 2025
Monica Natalie Estrada, age 25, of Cromwell, IN passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, in Cromwell, IN. She was born on October 28, 2000, in Kendallville, IN to Zoila Herrera and Oscar Julian Estrada, Sr. Monica was employed by Lippert Components in Goshen, IN.
She was member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Ligonier. Monica enjoyed fashion, make-up, being with...
Sheila Marie Jett
Oct 28, 2025
Sheila Marie Jett, age 91, went to be with the LORD on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
Born in Kendallville, Indiana on April 16, 1934, she was the daughter of Bernard Ray and Beulah Doris (Sexton) Chapman. She graduated from Rome City High School with the class of 1952.
On June 29, 1952, Sheila married Ross Jett, and they welcomed three children. They...
Linda Fay Krider
Oct 26, 2025
Linda F. Krider, 77, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 7:25 a.m. at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.
Born in Tupelo, Mississippi on October 28, 1947, Linda was the daughter of Frank and Lillie Bell (Rice) Ruff. She would graduate from high school and attend college for three years.
In Fort Wayne, Indiana on...
Carlos Monrial
Oct 23, 2025
Carlos Monrial, 73, passed away at Kendallville Manor in Kendallville, Indiana on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
He was born on October 13, 1952 and worked as a factory worker in the area.
Per his wishes, cremation will take place.
Steven E. "Steve" Edsall
Oct 23, 2025
Steven E. “Steve” Edsall, age 67, of Kimmell, IN, passed away on October 23, 2025, at his home. He was born on April 1, 1958, in Columbia City, Indiana, to the late Rodger Allen and Jerron Marie (Shank) Edsall.
Steve had been resident and member of the Kimmel community for the past 41 years. He graduated from West Noble High, class...
Jerould "Jerry" L. Boyle
Oct 19, 2025
Jerould “Jerry” Lee Boyle, 85, of Albion, passed away at 9:00 am, Sunday, October 19, 2025 in Avalon Village Nursing Home surrounded by family. Jerry was born on January 7, 1940 in Angola, IN, the son of the late William and Luella (Snyder) Boyle. On September 4, 1959 in Avilla, IN, he married Cassandra “Sandy” Manges.
He is survived by his...
Abbie Mildred Potee
Oct 14, 2025
Abbie Mildred Potee, age 84 years, of Constantine, MI, previously from Emma Lake, IN, passed away on Tuesday morning, October 14, 2025, at Brentwood at Niles, Memory Care Unit in Niles, Michigan.
She was born on January 3, 1941. She was the daughter of Clark Sr. and Nanie (Amburgey) Polly, who preceded her in death. Her husband Richard (Dick) Potee also...
Heide Amrei Barthel Johnson
Oct 14, 2025
Heide Amrei Barthel Johnson was born in Altenburg, Germany on August 13, 1945, to the late Friedrich and Dorthea nee Fischer Barthel. Heide Amrei Johnson lived a life full of strength, laughter, and stories that could fill a history book.
Growing up in communist East Germany, Heide often shared memories of her daring escape as a young girl. Memories of crossing...
Mary Margaret Lowery
Oct 5, 2025
Mary Margaret Lowery
March 28, 1947 – October 5, 2025
Mary Margaret Lowery passed away on October 5, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on March 28, 1947, in Vinton County, Ohio, Mary Margaret lived a life defined by kindness, resilience, and an unwavering dedication to the well-being of others.
Her life was a beautiful reflection of love in action. As a...
Glenna Marie McFeters
Sep 26, 2025
Glenna Marie McFeters, age 74, of Kimmell, passed away at her home on Friday, September 26, 2025. She was born in Fort Wayne, IN on October 21, 1950, to the late Ralph and Ruth nee Sink Patton.
Glenna married Bernard "Bernie" McFeters Jr. on January 21, 1970, in Uniondale, Indiana, and celebrated their 55th anniversary this year.
She is survived by; her...
Barbara Jean Long
Sep 26, 2025
Barbara Jean Long, affectionately known as Barb, passed away on September 26, 2025, in Kendallville, Indiana. Born on April 17, 1938, in Louisville, Kentucky, she was the epitome of love, kindness, and selflessness throughout her 87 years of life.Barb was the cherished daughter of the late Carl and Jenny (Waller) Long Jr. She grew up in a bustling household surrounded...
Ricky Brian Northrup
Sep 24, 2025
Ricky Brian Northrup, known affectionately as Rick to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, at the age of 67, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born on February 18, 1958, in the humble town of Alma, Michigan, Rick was a beacon of loving kindness that deeply touched all those fortunate enough to have known him.
Rick's life was...
Jeffrey Allen Ruisard
Sep 23, 2025
Jeffrey Allen “Jeff” Ruisard, age 64, of Kimmell, IN passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2025 at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne.
Jeff was born in Valparaiso, IN on September 23, 1961 to Joseph and Mary (Brunicon) Ruisard.
Jeff is survived by; his loving wife, Connie (Brunicon) Ruisard; a daughter, Crystal Ruisard; a son, Nathan Ruisard; a sister, Lisa (Roy)...
William Scott Peters
Sep 21, 2025
William Scott Peters, age 67, of Albion, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, September 21, 2025.
He was born on February 15, 1958, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to the late Roy and Helen (Hartup) Peters.
Scott, as he was known to many, was a man of strength, resilience, and hard working. He had a deep love for his family and many...
Alfred Lindsay Jr.
Sep 18, 2025
Alfred Leroy Lindsay Jr., age 64, of Ligonier, Indiana, was discovered deceased on September 18, 2025 at home. Alfred was born on May 27, 1961, in Goshen, Indiana, to his late parents Alfred Lindsay Sr. and Rose (Johnson) Lindsay. He graduated from West Noble High School in 1979.
Alfred was a cherished sibling to Edith "Sue" Lindsay, Richard Lindsay, and Thomas...
Larry Eugene McClellan
Sep 17, 2025
Larry Eugene McClellan, passed away in his hometown of Kendallville, IN, on September 17, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on April 22, 1940, to the late Raymond and Lucille (Gillispe) McClellan, Larry’s life journey was one deeply rooted in the same community where he would eventually say his goodbyes.
A devoted husband, Larry leaves behind his beloved wife, Emma...
Michael Vinson Jr.
Sep 15, 2025
Michael Vinson Jr., age 47, of Ligonier, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025. He was born on October 4, 1977, to Michael Wayne Vinson Sr. and Frankie Oliver in Louisville, Kentucky.
He is survived by his wife, Teresa Vinson of Ligonier; son, Michael Wayne Vinson III of North Carolina; stepson’s Maverick and Dakota Shroyer; sister, Charlene Vinson of Louisville and...
Helen Ann Aguilar Canales
Sep 10, 2025
Helen Ann Aguilar Canales, Age 68, passed away on September 10th, 2025 in Goshen, Indiana She was born on September 24, 1956 to Jimmie and Aurora Aguilar.
She is survived by her Husband, Gregorio Antonio Canales; Daughters: Tracy Dobble & Husband Ryan Dobbie, Bonnie Rodriguez, Bobbi Almazan & Husband Elias Almazan; Sons: Tommy Torres Jr., Jimmie Torres Sr. & Wife Amanda...
Gary Wayne Bishop Sr.
Sep 6, 2025
Gary Wayne Bishop Sr., age 83, of Ligonier, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 6, 2025, just a few weeks shy of his 84th birthday.
He was born on September 28, 1941, in Kendallville, Indiana, to the late Robert Bishop and Katherine Smith (Iddings). On September 5, 1964, Gary married the love of his life, Audrey Mae Bishop, in Ligonier,...
Patty Hawk
Sep 6, 2025
Patty Marie Hawk, a loyal and caring Registered Nurse and an avid college basketball fan, was born September 14, 1951 to Woodward and Mary (McLallin) Hawk. She passed away September 6, 2025 following a long illness, surrounded by the love of her family.
Patty earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana University—Purdue University Fort Wayne and a master’s degree...
