Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Rochester, IN

Serving Rochester, IN and surrounding areas

Peggy J. Paxton

Peggy J. Paxton

Oct 10, 2024

Peggy J. Paxton, a beloved soul, passed away peacefully at 6:49 AM on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at Logansport Memorial Hospital. She was 89 years old, and her departure leaves a profound sense of loss in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Born on January 15, 1935, in Wabash,  to Chester and Irene Bowers...

Bob Reynolds

Bob Reynolds

Oct 7, 2024

The Celebration of Life services of Mr. Bobby Ray "Bob" Reynolds will be live streamed at 11:00 AM EDST  Tuesday, October 22, 2024. Log on to Facebook and search for JD Good to view the services.

Bob Reynolds, 90, of Rochester was surrounded by his loving family when...

Roberta J. Bever

Roberta J. Bever

Sep 28, 2024

Former Rochester resident, Roberta J. Bever, 79, of Plymouth was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away peacefully at 6:23 AM, Saturday, September 28, 2024 at the Raclin Hospice House in Mishawaka.

On March 25, 1945, Roberta Joan Huntman was born in Oaklawn, IL.  She was a treasured daughter of...

Eugene "Gene" Beck

Eugene "Gene" Beck

Sep 24, 2024

Eugene Earl Beck, 85, of Rochester was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 5:35 PM on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital in Ft. Wayne.

On April 29, 1939 Eugene Earl was born in Lemont, IL to Eugene and Henrietta Kasten Beck.  Growing up he shared his childhood with...

Gene Edward Davis

Gene Edward Davis

Sep 24, 2024

Gene Edward Davis, 84, of Rochester, passed away peacefully at 12:56 AM on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, leaving behind a lifetime of love, dedication, and cherished memories.

Born on November 7, 1939, in Plymouth to John Edward and Ruby Evadine Fletcher Davis, Gene lived a life full of purpose and joy.On July 26, 1987,...

Gary Yoder

Gary Yoder

Sep 24, 2024

Gary Yoder, 84, of Rochester was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away on the evening of Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at his home.

On February 4, 1940, Gary Yoder was born in Topeka, to Elva and Nellie Hostetler Yoder.  Growing up he shared his childhood with a sister and four brothers.  ...

Joseph David Maitland

Joseph David Maitland

Sep 20, 2024

Joseph David Maitland, 53, of Rochester passed away at 3:39 PM on Friday, September 20, 2024, at Woodlawn Hospital. His loving wife of 33 years was beside him.

On July 4, 1971, Joseph David was born in Laporte, IN to Walter James and Sheila M Christian Maitland.  Growing up he shared his childhood with...

Jason L. Reed

Jason L. Reed

Sep 19, 2024

Jason L. Reed, 49, passed away unexpectantly at 8:32 am on September 19, 2024.

On January 9, 1975, Jason Lane Reed was born in Rochester.  He was a treasured son of David D. and Rosemary Hollos Reed.  Growing up he shared his childhood with a brother Jarrod.  He was a 1993 graduate from Rochester...

Samantha J. Jackson

Samantha J. Jackson

Sep 17, 2024

Former Rochester resident, Samantha M. Jackson, 34, of Hammond passed away unexpectedly on the evening of September 17, 2024.

On September 13, 1990, Samantha Marie Jackson was born in Mishawaka.  She was a cherished daughter of Keri A. Collins.  Growing up she shared her childhood with a brother Raven and a sister Rachael.  Samantha...

Jodi A. Miller

Jodi A. Miller

Sep 16, 2024

The Celebration of Life services of Jodi A. Miller will be live-streamed at 11:00 AM EDST Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Log on to Facebook and search for JD Good to view the services.

Jodi A. Miller, 65, of Kewanna passed away unexpectedly at 7:55 AM on Monday, September 16, 2024, at her home. ...

Don Duzenbery

Don Duzenbery

Sep 13, 2024

​Former Rochester resident, Don Duzenbery, 88 of Plymouth was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 3:15 AM on September 13, 2024.

On March 22, 1936, Donald Roy Duzenbery was born in Rochester to Wendell Samuel and Marjoria F. Kochenderfer Duzenbery. Growing up he shared his childhood with a brother Dick and sister Barbara.  ...

Clayton "Lee" Burnett

Clayton "Lee" Burnett

Sep 2, 2024

Clayton "Lee" Burnett, 61, of Culver passed away at 11:58 PM on Monday, September 2, 2024 at his residence.

On January 24, 1963 Clayton Lee was born in Ft Bragg, NC to Larry and LaVonda Eileen Murry Burnett.

Left to cherish his memories are his father Larry Burnett of Culver; sister Heather Stutzman of Culver;...

Susan "Sue" Hummel

Susan "Sue" Hummel

Aug 29, 2024

Susan A. "Sue" Hummel, 75, of Rochester passed away unexpectedly at 3:47 P.M. on Thursday, August 29th 2024 at her residence.

On January 12, 1949, Susan "Sue" A Liggett was born to Carl and Gertrude Herndon Liggett. Growing up she shared her childhood with two sisters, Carol and Elaine. Proudly Sue graduated with the...

Patricia Ann Leavell

Patricia Ann Leavell

Aug 27, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia Ann Leavell, aged 70, of Fulton, Indiana. She peacefully departed in her home on August 27, 2024. Patricia was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend to many. She is survived by her son Shane Leavell and his wife Darla from Simpsonville, KY, daughter...

Marty Walters

Marty Walters

Aug 23, 2024

The Celebration of Life services of Marty Walters will be live-streamed at 10:00 AM EDST Friday, August 30, 2024. Log on to Facebook and search for JD Good to view the services.

Marty Walters, 82, of Rochester was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 3:48 AM on Friday,...

Kenneth H. Bode

Kenneth H. Bode

Aug 18, 2024

Kenneth Bode, 93, of Kewanna, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024.

Ken was born on September 22, 1930, in Joliet, IL, to Theodore and Lillian (Stuenkel) Bode. Growing up he shared his childhood with two brothers, Wayne and Wesley. Along with his father and brother Wayne, Ken worked on the fmily farm in Monee, IL, where...

Aletha Ranstead

Aletha Ranstead

Aug 12, 2024

Aletha M. Ranstead, 86, of Richland Center was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 1:57 PM on Monday, August 12, 2024, at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

On December 28, 1937, Aletha Marie McGee was born in Fulton County to Clifford Fremont and Bessie Irene Sanders McGee. Growing up she shared her childhood with...

Heidi Sommers Prince

Heidi Sommers Prince

Aug 6, 2024

Heidi Sommers Prince, 42, of Rochester passed away unexpectantly on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.

On April 4, 1982, Heidi Renee Sommers was born in Logansport to Rodney Eugene and Debra Kay Jones Sommers.   Growing up she shared her childhood with a sister, Heather and a brother, Heath. Proudly she graduated from Caston High School with the class...

Donna Tyler

Donna Tyler

Jul 31, 2024

Donna Tyler, 91, of Rochester was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 9:50 AM on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at her residence.

On November 10, 1932, Donna Mae Perdue was born in Rochester to Henry Olen and Glenna G. Altice Perdue.  Growing up she shared her childhood with...

Diana C. Latta

Diana C. Latta

Jul 31, 2024

Diana C. Latta, 80, of Rochester went to be with her Lord and Savior at 7:59 AM on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at Parkview Hospital of Fort Wayne.

On Feb 28, 1944, Diana was born in Rochester to Dale and Maxine Kroft Hisey. Growing up she shared her childhood with two sisters and four brothers. Proudly she...