Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Rochester, IN

Serving Rochester, IN and surrounding areas

Atma Singh Sandher

Atma Singh Sandher

Dec 21, 2020

Mr. Atma Singh Sandher, 78, of Rochester was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 1:52 PM on Monday, December 21 , 2020 at his home.

On April 12 , 1942, in Sandhra, India, Atma was born to Ramsingh and Ratten Kaur Sandher.

In Pajjodeota, India on February 26 , 1963,  Atma...

Jack Nichols

Jack Nichols

Dec 21, 2020

Former Rochester resident, Mr. Jack L. Nichols, 89 of Newark, Ohio passed at 5:25 PM on Monday, December 21 , 2020 at Flintridge Health Care Center of Newark.

On August 26 , 1931, in Fulton County, Jack was born to Ernest B. Nichols and Helen K. Nichols (Bryant).  Growing up he shared his childhood with a sister...

Steven "Duffy" Duff

Steven "Duffy" Duff

Dec 18, 2020

Mr. Steven R. "Duffy" Duff, 75, formerly of Rochester, passed away at 5:00 AM on Friday, December 18, 2020 at his son's home in Plymouth.

On December 30, 1944, Steven was born in Fulton County to Harold and Doris Dillman Duff. He was a graduate of Caston High School.

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Kathryn A. Parris

Kathryn A. Parris

Dec 12, 2020

Mrs. Kathryn A. Parris, 67, of Rochester passed away at 10:28 AM, on Saturday, December 12 , 2020 at Majestic Care of New Haven.

On June 4 , 1953, Kathryn Ann Damer was born in Detroit, Michigan.  She was the treasured daughter of  Paul Steven and Jennie Habrick Damer. Growing up se shared her childhood...

Marietta Scott

Marietta Scott

Dec 10, 2020

Marietta's life celebration will be live-streamed at 11:00 PM EST, Monday, December 14th . Log on to Facebook and search "JD Good" to view the service.

Mrs. Marietta Scott, 96, of Rochester passed away at 8:39 AM, Thursday, December 10, 2020 at Grace Village of Winona Lake.

Lee Walter Lacey, Sr.

Lee Walter Lacey, Sr.

Dec 5, 2020

Mr. Lee W. Lacey Sr., 69, of Leiters Ford passed away at 5:55 AM on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at the VA Northern Indiana Health Care.

On October 23, 1951, Lee Walter Lacey was born in Dayton, Ohio.  He was a treasured son of John and Florence Swiezler Lacey.  Following high school Lee...

Jane Sturgeon

Jane Sturgeon

Dec 4, 2020

Janes's life celebration will be live-streamed at 2:00 PM EST, Thursday, December 10th . Log on to Facebook and search "JD Good" to view the service.

Miss Jane Sturgeon,  99 years, 1 month and 1 day departed this life on Friday, December 4, 2020 at The Estelle Peabody Memorial...

Micky Carlile

Micky Carlile

Dec 3, 2020

Micky Carlile, 78, of Rochester, passed away at 8:22 PM on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at St. Joseph Hospital of Mishawaka.

On July 9, 1942, Marie Catherine Sturgeon was born in Detroit, MI  to Edward  and Marie Norris Sturgeon.

At Rochester's  First Christian Church, Micky and Arthur Ershel Carlile...

Cynthia Reichard

Cynthia Reichard

Nov 29, 2020

Cynthia "Cindy" Reichard, 64, of Rochester was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 9:55 AM on November 29 , 2020 at her home.  This followed a valiant and fierce 12 month battle with lung cancer. On July 3 , 1956, Cynthia Kay Johnson was born in Michigan City.  She was the treasured daughter of Robert E....

Galen Smith

Galen Smith

Nov 28, 2020

Mr. Galen D. Smith,  84, of Rochester,  passed away at 4:30 PM, on November 28, 2020, at Seasons Home Care of Ft. Wayne.

On November 15, 1936, Galen Duane Smith was born at home in Denver.  He was the treasured son of Garland and Margaret Crippen Smith. Growing up he shared his childhood...

Randy Brown

Randy Brown

Nov 28, 2020

Mr. Randy A. Brown of Rochester was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at Lutheran Hospital at 10:48 AM on November 28 , 2020. In South Bend, Randy was born on September 4 , 1957.  He was the treasured son of Robert "Bob" and Linda Hudson Brown.  Growing up as the oldest sibling, he shared his childhood...

Morse Utter Sr.

Morse Utter Sr.

Nov 28, 2020

Mr. Morse M. Utter Sr., 94, of Athens passed away at 7:40 AM on Saturday, November 28, 2020 at Woodlawn Hospital.

On June 3, 1926, Morse Monroe Utter was born in Fulton County to Robert R. and Bina E. Swartzlander Utter. Growing up he shared his childhood with a sister Marguerite and 2 brothers, Cedric and Jack....

Jeannette Heltzel

Jeannette Heltzel

Nov 25, 2020

Jeannette's life celebration will be live-streamed at 1:00 PM EST, Wednesday, December 2nd. Log on to Facebook and search "JD Good" to view the service.

Jeannette Heltzel, 97, of Rochester passed away at 9:37 AM on Wednesday, November 25 , 2020 at Wynnfield Crossing.

On October 12 , 1923, twins Jeannette...

Jerry Ray Halterman

Jerry Ray Halterman

Nov 23, 2020

Mr. Jerry Ray Halterman, 60, entered into Heaven on Monday, November 23, 2020 after an unexpected illness. He was at home surrounded by his loving family when he passed.

Jerry was born in Rochester on February 20 , 1960 to Ned and Jane Tobey Halterman. His childhood was spent on the family farm where he...

Juanita B. Wilcox

Juanita B. Wilcox

Nov 22, 2020

Mrs. Juanita B. Wilcox, 90, of Rochester, passed away at 4:00 AM, Sunday, November 22, 2020 at Millers Merry Manor of Plymouth.

On October 24, 1930,  Juanita B. Stanton was born on a farm near Tyner. She was a treasured daughter of Tillis and Effie Litchfield Stanton. Growing up, she shared her childhood...

Marcia A. Wenrick, Rn

Marcia A. Wenrick, Rn

Nov 20, 2020

Marcia's service will be live streamed on the Facebook page of Curtis May. https://www.facebook.com/curtis.may.5477 A third generation nurse,  Marcia A. Wenrick  RN, 86, of Rochester passed away at 10:30 PM Friday, November 20 , 2020 at  Wynnfield Crossing. On March 18 , 1934, Marcia Ann Suddith was born in Indianapolis. She was a treasured daughter of...

Rev. Will Lawson

Rev. Will Lawson

Nov 20, 2020

Rev. Will Lawson's US Army and Memorial services will be live-streamed at 6:00 PM.  EST. Friday, November 19 , 2021.

Also his life celebration on Saturday, November 20 , 2021 at 2:00 PM EST

Log on to  Facebook to view the services and search...

Randy Shambarger

Randy Shambarger

Nov 20, 2020

Randall Lewis Shambarger, 60, of Rochester, passed away Friday, November 20, 2020 at the VA Hospital of Fort Wayne.

In Kokomo, on December 25, 1959, Randall Lewis Shambarger was born to Charles K. Sr. and Carol A. Crousore Shambarger.  Randy graduated in 1978 from Rochester High School.  He played varsity football and baseball....

Jeffrey Smith

Jeffrey Smith

Nov 19, 2020

Mr. Jeffrey Allen Smith, 56, of Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 8:00 AM on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at his residence.

On April 5, 1964, Jeff was born in Winamac to James E. and Marilyn S. Enyart Smith. Growing up he shared his childhood with two...

Robert R. Bridge

Robert R. Bridge

Nov 15, 2020

Bob's life celebration will be live-streamed at 2:00 PM EST, Friday, December 4th. Log on to Facebook and search "JD Good" to view the service.

Mr. Robert R. Bridge, 95, of Rochester passed away at 8:55 AM on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at Woodlawn Hospital.

On October 14, 1925, Robert Rizer ...