Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, IN

Wilbur Smith

efhadmin — Sun, 13 May 2012 15:57:32 +0000

Wilbur M. Smith, 83, of Syracuse, IN passed away on May 12, 2012. He was born on October 15, 1928 in Pulaski County to Harold T. & Geneva I. (Raderstorf) Smith. He had been a Syracuse area resident since 1968 coming from Crown Point, IN. He retired from the Northern Indiana Public Service Company. He was a member of the Winamac Masonic Lodge and the Scottish Rite in South Bend. He is survived by his son Terry Smith of Syracuse. 2 granddaughters. 1 sister – Norma Shiedler of Winamac. He is also survived by his longtime companion Sharon Boles of Syracuse. He was preceded by his son – Brad Smith, & 3 sisters Wanda Collins, Jean Morgan & Betty Ruthann Herald. Friends may call at the Eastlund Funeral Home on Friday, May 18, 2012 from 6-8 PM. A memorial service will be Saturday, May 19, 2012 at Noon at the funeral home. Calling will be from 10-noon before the service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Wilburs granddaughters College Education Fund. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to: eastlundfuneralhome.com

Mildred Enoch

efhadmin — Sun, 13 May 2012 15:55:26 +0000

Mildred F. Enoch, 93, of Goshen, IN (Formerly of Syracuse) passed away on May 12, 2012 at Greencroft Healthcare. She was born on August 1, 1918 in Chatsworth, IL to Ernest Ray & Sylvia (Harms) Sharp. She was a lifelong Syracuse area resident prior to moving to Greencroft. On October 28, 1960 she married Ralph Enoch who preceded her in 1992. She owned Wawasee Interiors for many years. She is survived by her Son – Jerold Peterson of Salt Lake City, Utah. Her Grandson – Ron (Jeanette) Peterson of Draper, Utah. 2 Greatgrandchildren. Friends may call from 11-noon on Friday, May 18, 2012. Services will be private. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to: eastlundfuneralhome.com

Judie Cushing

efhadmin — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:01:05 +0000

Judie Cushing, 71, of Syracuse, IN passed away on Thursday, May 10, 2012 at the Kosciusko Community Hospital. She was born on April 13, 1941 in Fort Wayne, IN to Frank & Freda (Hockemeyer) Kaiser. She had resided in the Syracuse area since 1980 coming from Fort Wayne. She retired from the Dairy Queen in Syracuse after many years of service. She is survived by her son – Larry Kaiser of Syracuse. 2 daughters – Carolyn Kiser & Connie Kiser both of Fort Wayne. 5 grandchildren & 2 greatgrandchildren. 2 stepsons – Jimmy Cushing & Danny Cushing. 1 stepdaughter – Katie Cushing. She was preceded by her 2 husbands and 1 son. Calling will be Sunday, May 13, 2012 from 2-5 PM at the Eastlund Funeral Home. Services will be Monday, May 14, 2012 at 2:30 PM at the funeral home with Pastor Dennis Judy officiating. Burial will follow at the McClintic Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to: eastlundfuneralhome.com

William Lee Rosbrugh

efhadmin — Fri, 04 May 2012 17:44:06 +0000

William Lee Rosbrugh was stillborn on May 4, 2012 at the Kosciusko Community Hospital. William is survived by his parents, Jarod & Alison (Ellinger) Rosbrugh of Warsaw. Maternal Grandparents – Kent & Chris Ellinger of Bourbon. Paternal Grandparents Joe & Deb Rosbrugh of Warsaw. Maternal Greatgrandmother – Delores Blackford of Tippecanoe, IN. Paternal Greatgrandmothers – Nancy LeFort of Winona Lake & Doreen Rosbrugh of Warsaw. There will be a private family service. Eastlund Funeral Home is providing services to the family

Eileen Coplin

efhadmin — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:20:34 +0000

Eileen Coplin, 86, of Avilla, IN, formerly of Cromwell, IN passed away on April 30, 2012 at the Provena Sacred Heart Nursing Home in Avilla. She was born on June 13, 1925 in Montpelier, OH to Harry & Leola (Johnston) Pike. On October 18, 1945 in Detroit, MI she married Carl E. Coplin who preceded her in 1997. She retired from Monsanto in Ligonier, IN in 1988. She was a member of the North Webster Church of God where she participated in JOY, a senior group at the church. She is survived by her 3 daughters – Margaret (Rex) Beck of Merriam, IN, Betty (John) Bryant of Fort Wayne, & Nancy (Larry) Emerick of Kendallville. 3 sons – Harry (Sylvia) Coplin of Cromwell, Alan (Gloria) Coplin of South Bend, & Jeffrey (Jean) Coplin of Kendallville. 17 grandchildren, 36 greatgrandchildren. She was preceded by 1 daughter Sherry Coplin, 1 granddaughter Brandy Coplin, 1 brother Howard Pike and her husband. Calling will be Wednesday, May 2, 2012 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at the Eastlund Funeral Home. Graveside Services will be Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the Lehman Cemetery in Payne, OH with Pastor Jim Kane officiating. Online condolences may be sent to : eastlundfuneralhome.com

Wilma May Mitchell

efhadmin — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 20:13:25 +0000

Wilma May Mitchell, 81, of North Webster, IN passed away on April 24, 2012 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne following a brief illness. She was born on October 6, 1930 in Noble County, IN to William & Mabel ((Simpson) Wilfong. On May 15, 1954 in South Whitley she married Dick Mitchell who preceded her in 2012. She moved to North Webster from South Whitley in 1957 and has resided there since then. She retired from the Deli/Bakery at Augsburgers in North Webster in 1996 after 25 years. She volunteered at the North Webster Food Pantry since 1998. She was a member of the North Webster United Methodist Church. Past officer of Lady Lions, Charter Member of the Ladies Firemans Auxiliary, Lamba Chi Omega Sorority, Snowmobile Club, Past Chief’s Club (Pythian Sisters). She loved to bowl and was active in leagues for 50 years. She is survived by her son – Bruce Mitchell of North Webster. 1 daughter – Sarah (Brian) Knisley of Syracuse. 2 grandchildren – Jessica Whitfield of Larwill & Joshua (Trish) Mitchell of Ft. wayne. 2 stepgrandchildren – Matt Knisley of Sturgis, MI & Cayla Knisley of Muncie, IN. 3 greatgrandchildren – Tristan Whitfield of Larwill, Jenna & Haydenn Mitchell of Ft. Wayne. 1 sister – Jewell Crume of South Whitley.She was preceded by her son Richard in 1955, and her daughter Laurel in 1975. She was also preceded by 4 sisters Annabell(Ed) Snyder, Mary (Burrell) Mathias, Helen Love & Suzella Hinton, & 4 brothers – Carl Wilfong, Eldon Manlove, Charles (Vivian) Wilfong, & Bill (Bonnie) Wilfong. Calling will be Thursday, April 26, 2012 from 2-5 & 6-8 PM at the Eastlund Funeral Home. Services will be Friday, April 27, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the Eastlund Funeral Home with Pastor David Smitley of the North Webster United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will follow at the North Webster Cemetery/Mock Addition. Memorial contributions may be made to the North Webster Food Pantry.

Charles Leon White

efhadmin — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:54:34 +0000

Charles Leon White, 85, of Syracuse, IN passed away on April 19, 2012 in Leesburg, IN. He was born on December 23, 1926 in North Webster, IN to George & Zoa (Scott) White. On July 28, 1945 in Litte Rock, Arkansas he married Jo Ann Caskey who preceded him in 2011. Leon was a WWII US Army veteran. He was a lifelong area resident owning and operating White Farms until retiring in 2005. He was a 65 year member of the North Webster American Legion. He is survive by his 3 daughters – Tol Lee Given of Kyle, TX, Jerri (Jeff Stratman) Harper of Syracuse & Jill (Charlie) Baker of Leesburg. 8 Grandchildren, 16 greatgrandchildren & 1 greatgreatgrandchild. He was preceded by his wife , 4 brothers & 2 sisters. Services will be on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 12 Noon at the Eastlund Funeral Home with Pastor Myron Drent of the Country Bible Church officiating. Calling will be 2 hours prior to the service from 10-Noon. Interment will follow at the North Webster Cemetery with full military honors.

Alicia A. Umber

efhadmin — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 13:14:08 +0000

Alicia Umber, 32, of North Webster, IN passed away on April 18, 2012 at the Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw, IN. She was born on March 14, 1980 in Fort Wayne, IN to Lynn & Susan (Goss) Umber. Alicia has been a lifelong area resident having spent nearly 10 years in Tennessee as well. She was employed by Evalon in Sales & Marketing. She was also a Medical Supervisor in volunteer services for the American Red Cross. Alicia was a member of the Wawasee Lakeside Chapel. She is survived by her Mother – Susan (Norm) Long of Plymouth. Her Father – Lynn Umber of North Webster. 2 Sisters – Angie Vegso of Plymouth and Chalisa ((Kenny) Jensen also of Plymouth. Her Lifetime Soulmate – Steve Bartels of North Webster. Maternal Grandparents – Jerry & Betty Goss of Plymouth. Paternal Grandparents – Ervin & Marlene Umber of Fort Wayne. Several Nieces & Nephews. Services will be Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 3:00 PM at the Eastlund Funeral Home with Pastor Brad Cox from the Wawasee Lakeside Chapel officiating. Calling will be on Saturday, April 21, 2012 from 11-3 PM (4 hours prior to the service). Interment will follow at the Syracuse Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to: eastlundfuneralhome.com

Dwayne Kitson

efhadmin — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:12:22 +0000

Dwayne Kitson, 48, of Pierceton, IN passed away on April 15, 2012 at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. He was born on January 28, 1964 in Providence, RI to Harold & Joyce (Hapner) Kitson. On April 8, 1988 he married Susan Hatfield who survives. He was a US Army veteran and a lifelong area resident. He was a heavy equipment operator and was involved for many years in the fiber optic line placement. He worked for R.L Gilbert, Direct Line, Roese as well as Creek in the Directional Drilling Business. Dwayne is survived by his wife – Susan Kitson of Pierceton. 1 daughter – Brooke Shepler of Syracuse. 1 son – Zachery Kitson of Pierceton. 2 granddaughters. 1 sister – Tonya Marsh of Detroit, MI. 2 brothers – Bryan (Stephanie) Kitson of Warsaw & Darrin Kitson of Warsaw. His father – Harold Kitson of Warsaw. He was preceded by his mother Joyce Kitson. Services will be Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at 2:00 PM at the Eastlund Funeral Home. Calling will be 2 hours prior to the service from noon until 2:00. Burial will follow at the Solomon Creek Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to: eastlundfuneralhome.com

Arthur Berton Kolberg

efhadmin — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:47:25 +0000

Arthur Berton Kolberg, 90, of Syracuse, IN passed away on April 6, 2012 at the IU Health Goshen Hospital. He was born on November 4, 1921 in Syracuse, IN to Arthur C. & Violet Anna Katherine (Prentice) Kolberg. He was a 1941 graduate of Cromwell High School. On May 22, 1948 he married Margaret Eileen LeCount who preceded him in 2008. He was a lifelong area resident. He retired as a farmer and school bus driver. He was a WWII US Army veteran and member of the D.A.V in Goshen. He is survived by his Fiancé- Katherine Longenecker of Syracuse. 1 Daughter – Becky Kolberg-Mangan of Columbia City. 2 Sons - Eric (Rhonda) Kolberg of Jimtown & Doyle (Cynthia) of Syracuse. 6 Grandchildren. 6 Great-grandchildren. 3 Sisters – Mary Lois Byrd of Mishawaka, Decima Alzima Butt of Syracuse, and Margaret Mazel Poyser of Cromwell. He was preceded by his wife, 4 sisters – Bandora Wilminia Iden, Edonna Elizabeth Kolberg, Violet Edelva Butt, & Lauretta Violetta Stoner. Services will be Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 2:00 PM at the Eastlund Funeral Home with Pastor Hubert Schmucker officiating. There will be 2 hours of calling prior to the service, from Noon until 2:00 PM. Burial will follow at the Syracuse Cemetery. The family request that memorials may be made to the IU Hospital of Goshen, Hospice 200 High Park Ave, Goshen, IN 46526. Online condolences may be sent to : eastlundfuneralhome.com