Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Rochester, IN

Serving Rochester, IN and surrounding areas

Marjorie L. Brown

Marjorie L. Brown

Nov 19, 2024

Marjorie Louise Brown, 78, of Rochester, passed peacefully from this life on November 19, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. While her physical presence is no longer with us, her spirit lives on eternally in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Born on October 22, 1946, in Marion, to William Otis...

Carl Mote Jr.

Carl Mote Jr.

Nov 14, 2024

Carl E. Mote Jr., 71, of Rochester, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2024, surrounded by his loving and devoted family.

Born on August 6, 1953, in Plymouth, Carl Elmer Jr. entered this world as the beloved son of Carl and Leona Durbin Mote.   He worked in the parts department as a CNC setup...

Harold Dean "Hoot" Howard

Harold Dean "Hoot" Howard

Nov 7, 2024

Mr. Harold Dean "Hoot" Howard, 85,  was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 5:00 PM, November 7th, 2024, at his home. Born in Argos on June 6, 1939, Hoot was a treasured son of Ossie C. and Dora Craft Howard. Growing up he shared his childhood with 3 sisters and...

Terry G. Conley

Terry G. Conley

Nov 4, 2024

Terry G. Conley, 67, of Rochester, passed away unexpectantly after a sudden illness on the afternoon of November 4, 2024, at his home.

On February 24, 1957, Terry Glenn Conley was born.   He was a treasured son of Wheeler and Vada Shepherd Conley. Terry was a proud member of the Rochester High School class...

William M. Bradley

William M. Bradley

Nov 3, 2024

William M. Bradley, 85, of Rochester, passed peacefully on November 3, 2024, at Woodlawn Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on November 21, 1938, in Rensselaer, Indiana, to Erve and Alva Reffit Bradley, William grew up grounded in the values of hard work, integrity, and humility. On January 29, 1968, he felt the...

Rodney "Rod" Ringer

Rodney "Rod" Ringer

Oct 30, 2024

Rodney "Rod" Alfred Ringer, age 55, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, in his home near Culver, Indiana, surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 12, 1969, in Plymouth, to Eugene Alfred Ringer and Helen Irene Crow Ringer. He was a 1987 graduate of Culver Community High School and proudly served our great nation...

Morrie Horn

Morrie Horn

Oct 26, 2024

Morrie Horn, 88, of Rochester passed away just after 11:00 a.m. on October 26, 2024, following an accident south of Tippecanoe, Indiana.

On October 22, 1936, Maurice Fredrick Horn was born at home near Twelve Mile. His proud parents were Ernest Samuel and Mary Christina Bassler Horn.  Growing up he shared his childhood with...

David L. Herbst

David L. Herbst

Oct 24, 2024

David L. Herbst, known for his boundless love of nature, his lively spirit, and his dedication to family, has embarked on his next adventure. Born on March 31, 1937, Dad passed on October 24, 2024. In the spirit of his lifelong passion, we imagine him now in hip waders, shotgun in hand, trekking through a marsh...

David A. Smith

David A. Smith

Oct 21, 2024

David Allen Smith, 88, of Rochester passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital in Ft. Wayne.

On November 11, 1935, David Allen was born in Milford, to Donald Dean and Bertha Cox Smith.  Growing up he shared his childhood with seven sisters. David developed a passion for agriculture as he helped...

Edward A. Hoppenbrouwer

Edward A. Hoppenbrouwer

Oct 16, 2024

Mr. Edward A. Hoppenbrouwer, age 88, of Rochester, peacefully transitioned from this world, surrounded by the warmth and love of his family, at 1:38 PM on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Life Care Center of Rochester.

Born on May 25, 1936, in Palm Beach, FL, Edward Arnold was a gift to his parents, Petrus...

Steven D. Smith

Steven D. Smith

Oct 14, 2024

Steven D. Smith, 71, passed away on October 14, 2024, from a sudden illness with his loving wife Lisa by his side at their home in Sedgwick, Kansas.

On April 25, 1953, Steven Dale Smith was born in Rochester.   He was a treasured son of Herbert Dale and Margaret Merle Wilson Smith. Growing up...

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...