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Marshall County, Indiana Obituary and Death Notices Collection
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Indiana Marriages, 1780-1992
Isidro "Izzy" Rodriguez, 83, died suddenly at his residence on Sunday, May 25, 2003, at 10 a.m., of natural causes. A former resident of Garden Court West, Plymouth, Izzy had resided at 9607 N. 700 East, New Carlisle, Ind., for the past year. Prior to coming to Plymouth in 1960 he and his family resided at Chicago Heights, Ill. Izzy was born on May 15, 1920 in Los Pamoranas N.L., Mexico. He was the son of Laurence and Maria Eliseria Rodriguez. He became a United States citizen on June 10, 1923 in Hidalgo, Texas. He was married in 1954 at Roscoe, Georgia to his former spouse Mary F. Crowell, who survives. Izzy drove truck for 20 years for the Ford Motor Co. out of Chicago. He then worked in production for 16 years at McCord Corp., Plymouth until his retirement. He enjoyed fishing local lakes, flower gardening especially roses, playing solitaire and following Notre Dame Football. A Roman Catholic, he was a member of St. Michael's Church, Plymouth. Izzy is survived by two sons, a step-son and two step-daughters. His sons are Larry I. and Carol Rodriguez, South Bend, and Rich and Brenda Rodriguez, New Carlisle, Ind. His step-son is William E. and Nina Russell, Niagara Falls, N.Y., and stepdaughters are: Mary J. Contreras, Conn., and Wanda J. Farrar, Tullahoma, Tenn. Twelve grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also survive together with numerous nieces and nephews. A half-brother, Nabor Saldana of Pharr, Texas, survives as well. Izzy is preceded in death by his parents and Fidel Saldana, a half-brother. Visitation will be on Wednesday, May 28, 2003, from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 29, 2003, in the funeral home. The Revs. Tim Stewart and Andy Kaser of the North Liberty Church of Christ will officiate. Burial will be in the New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth.
Vernon J. Rohrer, Jr., 38, of 722 N. Michigan St, Plymouth, IN, died of natural causes at 2:57 a.m. on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth. Vernon was born on May 15, 1965 in Plymouth. When he was seven years old, his family moved to Hawaii, he returned to Plymouth when he was nineteen. He graduated from high school in Hawaii. While living in Hawaii, he worked for his father’s janitorial cleaning service. After returning to Plymouth, he was a volunteer worker for Marshall County Neighborhood Service. He enjoyed music, and spent a lot of time writing music. Vernon also enjoyed building model cars and airplanes. Vernon is survived by his father, Vernon J. Rohrer, Sr. of Pearl City, Hawaii, six sisters: Carol (Jose) Esquibel of England, Susan (Harold) Hiser of Springfield, MO., Mary (Ray) Brockey of Monterey, IN, Janice (Daniel) Weaver, Barbara (Don) Holderread, and Margaret (Denny) Vermillion, all of Plymouth, IN, along with a brother, Michael Rohrer of Honolulu, Hawaii. He was preceded in death by his mother, Verda A. (Rohrer) Rodrigues, on October 5, 1994. Memorial services for Vernon will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at Bible Baptist Church, 601 S. Michigan St., Plymouth, IN. Rev. Jose Esquibel, will officiate the service. Burial will be in New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth, IN. Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home handled the arrangements. Memorial contributions in Vernon’s name may be made to the Marshall County Neighborhood Center.
James P. “Jim” Rospopo, 64, died at his home, 19909 Gumwood Road, Argos, Ind., at 10:05 a.m. on Sunday morning, September 7, 2003. Jim passed away, following an extended illness, in the loving care of his family and the Marshall County Hospice. Born in Mishawaka, Ind., on April 5, 1939, he was the son of John P. and Florence J. Eberlien Rospopo. He was raised in Mishawaka and has been an Argos resident since 1970. Jim was a grammar school student at St. Joe Catholic in Mishawaka and happily had been able to gather with his friends for their 50th class reunion just two weeks ago. He graduated from Mishawaka High School with the class of 1957 and then served in the Naval Reserves. On January 7, 1967, in South Bend, Jim and Pamela J. Barger were married. A member of the building trades, he worked as a carpenter and cement finisher for many years. He loved carpentry. He worked for North Shore Woods Apartments in South Bend and from 1994 to 1998 at Ferro Industries in Plymouth. A member of St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church, Jim was an active and faithful 3rd Degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council No.1975. He was a Bingo volunteer and worked as the kitchen “crew”, which gave him a great sense of purpose during his illness. He enjoyed camping with his family, fishing and woodworking. In the past he had assisted his children in the 4H program and was persistent in attending the Marshall County 4-H Fair just a few weeks ago. Jim is survived by his wife and by their three sons and three daughters. Their sons are: Rich P. and Christy Rospopo, Argos; Justin A. Rospopo, at home, and James P. Rospopo, Jr., Chicago, Ill. Their daughters are: Angie M. and Karl Lichtsinn, Argos; Chantelle M. Rospopo, at home and Debbie A. and Jeff Cossey, South Bend, Ind. Seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild survive, together with two brothers and a sister; Ray and Ann Rospopo; Richard and Dixie Rospopo; and Evelyn M. and Gary Weldy, all of South Bend. His mother-in-law, Margie Barger of Plymouth and several nieces and nephews survive as well. Jim was preceded in death by his parents. A celebration of Jim’s life and visitation with his family will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2003, in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. A Rosary will be held at 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial, officiated by Fr. William Kummer and Fr. Edward Ssebbowa, will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 10, 2003 in St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church, 625 N. Center St., Plymouth. Burial will be in New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth. Memorial gifts honoring Jim’s memory may be made to the family or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Anna R. Rost, 78, of Garden Courts East, Plymouth, died of natural causes in her home in the loving care of her family at 9:40 a.m. on Tuesday, September 16, 2003. Psalms 46:1 “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Born in York, Penn., on April 4, 1925, to Lydia L. Wert Patterson, Anna attended schools in MacAllistorville, Pa. Anna was raised by her Grandparents, Joseph D. and Minnie S. Wert. On July 1, 1947 in Downington, Penn., Anna R. Wert and Robert P. Rost were united in marriage. He preceded her in death on June 22, 1995 A homemaker, Anna loved people from all walks of life and delighted in helping others. She was a great friend and volunteered for many different organizations. She had many interests: she loved flower gardening and helping her husband with carpentry chores. She enjoyed quilting and embroidering, and reading her bible. Her great joy was being with, and hearing about the activities of her eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. A volunteer at the Neighborhood Center, she had once served as a Cub Scout mother leader. At various times, she was a member of the Dohners Church in Lebanon, Pa., the Bacton Chapel, Frazer, Pa., Trinity Assembly of God, West Chester, Pa., and, most recently, the Blissville Church of the Brethren and their ladies workshop group. Anna is survived by two daughters and a son. Her daughters are: Grace W. and George English, Radcliff, Ky., and Eleanor A. and James Miller, Plymouth, Ind. Her son is Robert K.. and Cristine Rost, Garden Grove, Calif. Two half-brothers, Robert and Dot Patterson and James and Ruth Patterson, both of Lancaster, Pa., survive, together with Mary Miller, a sister, in Hershey, Pa. Anna was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and six brothers: Titus, William, Daniel, John, Paul and Joe Wert. Three sisters, Martha King, Naomi Stover and Phoebe Malin. Visitation with her family will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, September 19, 2003, in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, Ind. Funeral services for Anna will be on Saturday, September 20, 2003, at 11 a.m. in the Blissville Church of the Brethren, 6250 Spruce Trail, Plymouth. The Rev. Jim Baker, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Donaldson, Ind. Memorial gifts may be made to the Blissville Church of the Brethren.
Loretta H. Ruff, 92, an area resident most of her life, living on Woodbury Drive, died at 9:45 p.m. on Tuesday, December 30, 2003, in Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth. Born in Toledo, Ohio, on July 12, 1911, Loretta was the daughter of Arthur and Minnie Thayer Handy. She attended Plymouth High School. On February 11, 1930, in South Bend, Ind., Loretta and Elson E. Ruff were married. Elson died on November 12, 1997. Loretta had been a production worker at McCord’s Corp. in Plymouth for over 30 years. She retired at the age of 62. A dedicated Christian, she was a member of the Blissville Church of the Brethren for 73 years. Very active in her church, she was a Sunday school teacher and deacon of the church. Loretta was also a past Matron of the Eastern Star, a Rainbow Mom and past president of the Business and Professional Women’s Club. She loved to travel. Loretta is survived by her two children: a daughter, Bev Wyman, Plymouth and Elson “Bud” (Rusty) Ruff, her son, of Naples, Fla. Four granddaughters and two grandsons also survive. They are: Kimberly Miller of Bloomington, Ind.; Renee Bernardi, Bloomington, Ind.; Rachel and Mark Bennett, Mitchell, Ind.; and Ramona and Verlie Williams of Vallonia, Ind. Her grandsons: Thad Wyman of Plymouth and Dr. Steven and Terrie Ruff of Indianapolis, Ind., survive, together with step-son Thomas and Laurie LaVonne of Bedford, Ind., 11 greatgrandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Three sisters survive as well. They are: Alice Mikesell and Margurite St. Pierre, both of Culver, Ind., and Joy Klapp, living in Bartow, Fla. Loretta was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a sister, Jeanette Chase and brothers Art, LeRoy and Lloyd Handy. A celebration of her life and re-living of pleasant memories will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2004, at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. An Eastern Star Memorial Service for Loretta will be held at 7 p.m., following visitation. Additional visitation will be for one hour prior to services at 2 p.m. on Sunday, January 4, 2004, at the Blissville Church of the Brethren, 6250 Spruce Trail, Plymouth. The Rev. Jimmy Baker, pastor of the church, will officiate. Interment will be in New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth. Memorials in Loretta’s memory may be made to the Blissville Church or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Madeline H. Saballus, 95, of 9601 Union Road died Friday November 28, 2003 at 7:47 P.M. in the Catherine Kasper Nursing Home, Donaldson, Indiana Madeline was born on March 4, 1908 in Herrin, Illinois. She retired in 1975 as Registered Nurse. She is survived by one daughter and three sons, Rosemary Doughtery, Springfield, Ill, Ronald Saballus, Plano, Ill, Donald Saballus, Evanston, Ill., and Jerry Saballus, Sister Bay, Wis., A brother, Dominic Parisi, San Diego, Ca., and a sister, Sister Carmeline Parisi, P.H.J.C. survive her as well. Madeline was preceded in death by a brother, Carmel Parisi. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 2, 2003 from 4:30 to 9:00 P.M. EST. in the Catherine Kasper Life Center Chapel, Donaldson, Indiana. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, December 3, 2003 at 10:00 EST. A.M. in the Catherine Kasper Life Center Chapel, with Father Ed Konerman officiating. Madeline will be buried in the All Saints Cemetery at 2:00 EST. in Des Plaines, Illinois. Memorial contributions may be made to the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ.
M. Dale Scarberry, 76, died following an extended illness, at his residence, 233 Lake Ave., at 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2003. Dale has been a Plymouth resident since 1955, coming from Ashland, Ohio. Born in Urbana, Ohio, on December 12, 1926, Dale was the son of Oscar and Frances Esther Reams Scarberry. He attended schools in Ohio and earned his G.E.D. after moving to Plymouth. A veteran of the United States Navy in W.W.II, Dale sang in the Navy Choir while in the service. On January 5, 1947, in Urbana, Dale and Patricia A. Chambers were married. His wife and his family have always been his first loves. Dale worked at Auto-Lock Castings Repair, a company owned by his father. He came to Plymouth as a sales representative for this area. After retirement from Auto-Lock, he started doing general home repair and was an excellent and sought after carpenter. He enjoyed woodworking of all kinds. Dale loved music. He played several instruments by ear and sang in the First United Church of Christ’s choir. He was also part of a barber shop quartet and collected musical instruments and all types of music. He was a member and Past Master of the Plymouth Masonic Lodge. Dale is survived by Pat, his wife of 56 years, and their seven living children. The sons are: Daniel and Sandy Scarberry, Henderson, Nev.; Geoff and Cheryl Scarberry; Rob Scarberry, all of Plymouth; and Tim and Michelle Scarberry, Ft. Wayne, Ind. Their three daughters, twins, Dee-Ann and Mike Schroeder and Di-Ann and Glen Houin and Amy and Lawrence Harner, are all of Plymouth. Fourteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren also survive together with Ann Dunbar, a half sister, living in Ohio, and John P. Massey, a son-in-law of Evansville, Ind. Dale was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Susan Carol Massey; a grandson, Zachary Houin; a brother, David O. Scarberry and a sister, Norma Jean Engle. Friends may call at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, on Tuesday, April 29, 2003, from 4 to 8 p.m., and at the church one hour prior to services on Wednesday. Masonic services will be held at 8 p.m. on Tuesday evening in the funeral home. Funeral services, officiated by the Rev. Dr. David Moffett-Moore, pastor of the First United Church of Christ, where he was a member, will be held in the church, 321 N. Center St., Plymouth, on Wednesday, April 30, 2003, at 11 a.m. Military graveside services at new Oakhill Cemetery will be conducted by the Plymouth V.F.W., #1162. Memorial gifts in Dale’s memory may be made to the Marshall County Hospice or to the First United Church of Christ.
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