All Obituaries

Barbara E. Morrison, 94, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026. She was born in Willshire, OH, on November 7, 1931, to the late Donald Gerald and Edith Pauline (Johnson) Morrison. She graduated from Decatur High School, worked at Economy Printing and also at Swiss Village in the cafeteria. Barbara was a member of Mt. Hope Church of the Nazarene and devoted many years serving in the nursery and toddler classrooms. Her heart felt full when caring for children. Barbara ...

John W. Morgan, 84, of New Haven, peacefully passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at his residence. John was born on June 29, 1941 in Fort Wayne to the late Lloyd and Helen (Powell) Morgan. On June 19, 2000 he married Margo Shook. He loved to spend time golfing, woodworking, and watching old western movies. John was an avid Fort Wayne Komets fan, and was a season ticket holder for over 40 years. He also served his country in the US Navy. John is survived by his wife of 25 years, Margo ...

Susan K. Bisig, 68, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on Thursday afternoon, May 7, 2026, at her residence. She was born on January 13, 1958, in Fort Wayne, IN, the daughter of the late James and Carol (Griem) Eloph. On November 26, 1977, Susan married Duane Bisig, he preceded her in death on March 7, 2022. She graduated from Elmhurst High School in 1976, and was a member of New Beginnings Faith Center. Susan found joy in serving through a variety of different church ministries. She loved to ...

Jean Lavon Ross, 90, of Decatur, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Adams Woodcrest. Jean was born on November 1, 1935 in Chattanooga, Ohio to the late George W. and Minnie A. (Johnson) Kallenberger. She retired from General Electric in Decatur after many years of service. Jean was a former member of the Women of the Moose Auxiliary Lodge #1311. Jean married Billy Joe Ross on February 20, 1953, who preceded her in death on February 7, 2022. She is survived by 2 sons, Lester ...

Jack D. Springer, 83, of Decatur, passed away at his residence on Monday, May 5, 2026. Jack was born in Decatur on February 4, 1943 to the late Homer R. and Violet C. (Ritter) Springer. On April 5, 1969, Jack married Arlene K. Wendel. Jack was a member of the First Baptist Church. A member of the loyal Order of Moose Adams Lodge 1311 and American Legion Adams Post 43. Jack retired in 1998 after 30 years working in the research farm at Central Soya. He served his country in the US ...

Ronnie L. Collins, 77, of Decatur, passed away at his residence on April 26, 2026. Ron was born on December 29, 1948 in Fort Wayne to the late James and Dorothy (Miller) Collins. On July 9, 1967, Ron married Judith K. “Judy” Workinger. She preceded him in death on July 26, 2022. Ron attended the Monroe Lighthouse Church. He was a self-employed farmer and was known as “The Gas Man” when he worked at Energy Products/National Oil. Ron served in the US Marines. He is ...

Elaine Bluhm, 90, of Monroe, IN, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Swiss Village. She was born on August 31, 1935, the daughter of the late Ralph R. and F. Lucille (Henschen) Freels. On June 5, 1954, she married Gene R. Bluhm and after 63 years he preceded her in death on October 15, 2017. She was a member of Pleasant Dale Church of the Brethren. Elaine was very involved in the life of the church, she was a pianist and chorister in her younger years, kindergarten Sunday school ...

Jordan M.T. Cartwright, 29, of Decatur, IN, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at his residence. He was born on March 3, 1997, in Decatur the son of Michael L. Cartwright and Lisa K. (Irwin) Mathews. Jordan was loved by many. An uncle, best friend, brother, son, and God-father. A 2015 graduate of Bellmont High School and a 2016 graduate of Rudae’s School of Beauty. He was employed as a hair stylist for A Day Away Salon and Spa in Ft. Wayne for a decade. During his ...

R. Elaine Hunt, 94, former longtime resident of Decatur, IN, passed away early Tuesday morning, April 21, 2026, at Otterbein SeniorLife Community in Franklin, IN. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on May 18, 1931, daughter of the late Charles and Hilda (Henschen) Gerkepott. On December 24, 1970, Elaine married Harold E. “Hal” Hunt, he preceded her in death on January 15, 2006. Elaine was a 1949 graduate of Dillsboro High School and a 1955 graduate of the University of ...

Gerry G. Hilty, 90, of Decatur, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Adams Woodcrest. Gerry was born on February 10, 1936, in Berne, Indiana, to the late Karl and Florence (Aeschliman) Hilty. On October 6, 1962, Gerry married Karen Robinson. He was a member of Zion United Church of Christ, where he served on many boards of the church, for several years. Gerry was also a Lions Club member for 60 years. He was an Eagle Scout and proudly served his country in the United States ...