All Obituaries 

James Everett “Jim” Freed will be remembered as a hardworking man who deeply loved his family, the outdoors, and sharing laughter with those around him. Known for his quick wit, warm personality, and dedication to those he cared about, Jim made lasting memories with friends and family through simple moments—whether telling one of his famous “Jim jokes,” playing his trumpet, or spending time together outdoors. Jim was born on September 15, 1954, to Everett L. ...

Kaylee Louise “Bug” Boham, 18, born April 13, 2007, in Portland, Oregon, was called to her eternal rest on March 6, 2026, in Auburn, Indiana. Born to her adoring parents, Robert Boham and Marie Bennett, Kaylee filled our home with laughter, curiosity, and a light that could brighten even the darkest days. She taught us so much in such a short time. She taught us to slow down, to notice the small beautiful moments, and to love more deeply that we ever thought possible. Although we ...

Fort Wayne – Jo Ann Kruse, 85, passed away Thursday March 5, 2026 at Park Place Senior Living in Fort Wayne. She was born December 29, 1940 in Garrett to Harold E. and Vera I (Allen) Kruse and they have both passed away. Jo Ann worked for 45 years at Lincoln Life / Swiss-Re in Fort Wayne before retiring in 2004. She was a member of Sigma Beta Sorority and Lincs travel group with Lincoln Life. She was brought up in the Lutheran faith and over the years she attended different ...

Adam Michael Sutton, 42, of Auburn, passed away on March 3, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, after a battle with pneumonia, surrounded by his loved ones.  It is impossible to capture Adam’s essence in a few sentences. Father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, Adam was all of this and so much more.  Adam was born in Angola, Indiana, on November 28, 1983, to Jewell L. (Hertel) Sutton and Randy L. Sutton Sr. He attended DeKalb High School in Waterloo, ...

Auburn – Patricia A. Ward, 89 passed away Thursday March 5, 2026 at her home in Auburn. She was born January 29, 1937 in Pasadena, California to Edward Lewis and Elizabeth Jeanne (Murphey) Long and they have both passed away as has her husband, Wayne Ward. Patricia enjoyed crocheting, knitting and cooking. Her family enjoyed the meals she made because she was a wonderful cook and she loved making meals for them. She is survived by 2 children and their spouses, Pricilla and Dennis ...

Butler – Ronald J Provines, 72, of Butler passed away Wednesday March 4, 2026 He was born June 20, 1953 in Butler to James and Violet (Keller) Provines and they have both passed away. Ron was Shipping Supervisor at Vulcraft in St. Joe, IN. He retired in 2016 after 43 years of service. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. He enjoyed spending hours in his garden and the time spent with his dog Maizie. He ground and roasted his own coffee and he liked to cook. Ron is survived by ...

Auburn – Ruth Ann Witt, 83 of Auburn passed away Tuesday, March 2, 2026 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. She was born July 20, 1942 in Auburn to Ralph S. and Kennis V. (Potts) Kanaga. Ruth Ann was a homemaker and was a member of Pleasant Chapel Church of the Brethren, Ashley. She married George A. Witt on January 21, 1962 in the Pleasant Chapel Church of the Brethren and he passed away May 27, 2008. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Albert C and ...

Tristen Adam Till, 28, of Waterloo, passed away Friday, February 27, 2026, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.  He was born January 9, 1998, in Fort Wayne, Indiana.  Tristen was a 2016 graduate of Huntington North High School.  There was a time Tristen lived fully for the world, searching and striving in places that could never satisfy. But in God’s mercy, the Lord called him to Himself. He became hungry for the Word of God, eager to grow, to sharpen ...

Kimberly A. Randinelli, 60 of Auburn, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born on July 3, 1965 in Auburn to John “Jack” and Ruth (Abercrombie) Randinelli.  Kim was a 1983 graduate of DeKalb High School before earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from Ball State University.  Later, she went on to earn two Master’s Degrees in Music and Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University. Kim taught music and was ...

Mark Lee Knott, 69, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at his home in Waterloo. He was born on January 7, 1957, in Auburn, Indiana to H. Robert and Marjorie E. (Brown) Knott. Mark was a self-employed painter. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion Post 97 of Auburn, and the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #566 of Auburn. Mark enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He also enjoyed fishing and other various recreational activities. Surviving are three sons and their ...