Ferguson couple follow God through the dark tunnels of life
“I’ve had some tough times in my life early on,” stated Dean Ferguson, Wakarusa
Read MoreTag Archives: Wakarusa
Virginia ‘Ginny’ Hunsberger
Virginia “Ginny” Hunsberger, 98, Wakarusa, died at 1:20 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, at home. She was born July 6, 1926. On Dec. 9, 1944, she married Winfred “Windy” Hunsberger, who preceded her in death after 74 years of marriage. She is survived by her children, Steve (Jackie) … Read More
Rex L. Horein
Rex L. Horein, 85, Merritt Island, Fla., died Friday, Aug. 2, 2024, at home. He was born March 8, 1939. His wife of 65 years, Julianne (Fredericks) Horein, survives. He also is survived by his brother, Dennis (Karen) Horein; sisters-in-law, Billie Horein, Brenda Horein and Marlene Reilly; children, … Read More
Two People Arrested In Marshall County For Dealing Meth
A Goshen woman and Wakarusa man were arrested for dealing methamphetamine in Plymouth on Thursday, July 25.
Read More
Mary Catherine ‘Kate’ Bender
Mary Catherine “Kate” Bender, 94, Wakarusa, died peacefully at 3:20 p.m. Friday, July 12, 2024, at her residence after a brief illness. She was born April 8, 1930. On Jan. 9, 1949, she married Francis M. Bender; he preceded her in death on Sept. 17, 2023. Survivors include … Read More
Nappanee Man Arrested For Driving Under The Influence, Injuring Two People
A Nappanee man was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence, resulting in serious injury to two people.
Read More
Wanda Weaver
Wanda Weaver, 96, Beachgrove, Tenn., formerly of Wakarusa and Venice, Fla., died at 2:12 p.m. Sunday, May 19, 2024, at home. She was born Aug. 30, 1927. On Dec. 30, 1945, she married Wilbur R. Weaver, who preceded her in death in 2007. She is survived by her … Read More
Roger L. Mathia Sr.
Roger Louis Mathia Sr., 94, died at 8:43 p.m. Monday, April 22, 2024, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. He was born Oct. 2, 1929. On Oct. 4, 1958, he married Dorothy Ciesielski, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his children, Roger “Beaver” (Janet) Mathia Jr., … Read More
Elkhart County’s Purdue Extension Hosting Food Budgeting, Meal Planning Program On April 30
Whether you’re cooking for yourself or a family of eight, food budgeting can be stressful.
Read More
Wayne W. Weldy
Wayne W. Weldy, 91, Wakarusa, died 1:50 a.m. Saturday, March 23, 2024, at The Waters of Wakarusa. He was born Sept. 29, 1932. On Feb. 20, 1955, he married Ruby J. (Cox) Weldy; she died April 13, 1985. On June 25, 1988, he married Diana (Burkey) Weldy. Survivors … Read More
June Slabaugh
June Slabaugh, 94 Nappanee, died Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at The Waters of Wakarusa, Wakarusa. She was born June 28, 1929. She is survived by her sons, Russell Dean (Peggy) Slabaugh, Lake Zurich, Ill., Michael (Shirley) Slabaugh, Hindman, Ky.; seven grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; sister, Laurine Gaskill, Milford; … Read More
Wakarusa Bluegrass Jamboree Celebrating 24 Years
If you’re itching to get out of the house, wanting to listen to some good music and don’t want to break the bank, Wakarusa has just the ticket for you.
Read More
Virginia Ruth (Urbin) Guttman
Virginia Ruth (Urbin) Guttman, 93, Wakarusa, died at 1:45 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024 at Elkhart General Hospital She was born on April 6, 1930. On Dec. 19, 1954, she married Dr. John B. Guttman; he preceded her in death on Jan. 26, 2006. Virginia is survived by … Read More
Gloria Wenger
Gloria Wenger, 67, Elkhart, died at 3:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024, at home. She was born June 26, 1956. On May 28, 2005, she married Philip Wenger, who survives. She also is survived by siblings, Janet L. (Ruby) Heintzelman, Alabama, Craig R. (Judy C.) Savill, South Bend, … Read More
Ruby J. Stickel
Ruby J. Stickel, 88, Wakarusa, died at 6:20 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, at The Waters of Wakarusa. Ruby was born on Dec. 25, 1934. Survivors include her sister, Miriam Stickel Hawks, Wakarusa. Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Homes is handling arrangements.
Read More
Marjorie L. Moneyheffer
Marjorie Lucille Moneyheffer, 95, died Monday, Dec. 4, 2023. She was born June 10, 1928. Her husband of 66 years, Charles Edward Moneyheffer, preceded her in death in 2012. She is survived by her daughter, Elaine Blucker; one granddaughter; two great-granddaughters; four great-great-grandsons; one great-great-granddaughter; one step-granddaughter; one … Read More