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06/09/2026

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06/08/2026

06/07/2026

Jonas Lengacher, age 74, of New Haven, IN passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026. He was born on October 24, 1951, to the late Joseph and Maggie Lengacher.

Jonas was a man of few words, but when he spoke, people listened. He was laid-back by nature, easy to be around, and never met a stranger. With a heart of gold and a genuine kindness toward others, he made friends wherever he went. While he was known for his calm demeanor, those who knew him best also knew he could "lean forward real quick" when the situation called for it.

A devoted husband, father, and granddad, Jonas treasured his family above all else. He shared a loving life with his wife, Rosemary, and enjoyed spending time with her on golf cart rides with their grandchildren. The light of his life was his grandchildren, and some of his happiest moments were spent fishing with them, sharing stories, laughter, and simple lessons about life.

Jonas enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. He loved gardening, caring for his cows, working with tractors and lawn tractors, and spending time outdoors. In his younger years, he enjoyed rabbit hunting and deer hunting. He was an avid fan of professional baseball and college basketball and could often be found watching a game while enjoying the company of family and friends.

Music was another passion of Jonas's life. He especially loved country and bluegrass music, which often served as the soundtrack to his days. He was also known as the family's grill master, particularly when it came to cooking steak and chicken for those he loved.

Jonas had a gift for sharing little tidbits of wisdom and stories from the good old days. One phrase his family will always remember him saying was, "I'm not trying to tell you what to do." Those words, often followed by practical advice and gentle guidance, reflected the humility and wisdom that defined his character.

A faithful member of Central Ministries Church, Jonas lived a life grounded in faith, family, hard work, and love. His legacy of kindness, quiet strength, generosity, and devotion to those he loved will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Jonas is survived by his loving wife, Rosemary Lengacher; his son, Jonas (Sara) Lengacher Jr.; daughters, Carolyn (Phil) Hilty and Brenda Lengacher; and his beloved grandchildren, Zachary, Karissa, Karsten, Anthony, and Willa. He is also survived by his sisters, Marie Steury and Lucy (Ron) Smith; his brother, Joe (Dena) Lengacher; and his sister-in-law, Martha Lengacher.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Maggie Lengacher, and his brother, Amos Lengacher.

Jonas was the best husband, dad, and granddad, and he will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be held on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 3:00pm-7:00pm at Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 7633 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne, IN.

Funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 11:00am with visitation prior from 10:00am-11:00am at Central Ministries, 5801 Schwartz Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46835.

Burial will take place at Independent Order of Odd Fellows Cemetery, 1109 Hartzell Road, New Haven, IN 46774.

Officiating the services will be Pastor Troy Jester.

Memorial donations may be directed to the family in care of Rosemary Lengacher.

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Arrangements and care entrusted to Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Fort Wayne, IN.

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06/06/2026

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06/05/2026

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06/05/2026

Christina Marie Eilers, age 57, passed away on June 2, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on October 11, 1968, to the late Barbara Snyder and the late Dennis Eilers in Minnesota. At the age of three, Christina was adopted by Diane Eilers, who survives. Christina grew up in Fort Wayne, attending Southside High School and graduating from Northrop High School in 1987. Her larger-than-life personality and positivity allowed her to brighten any room that she entered, which served her well in her many years of work as a server at several Fort Wayne restaurants.

Roller skating was Christina’s favorite pastime at a young age. However, her adventurous spirit led her to join the circus for a time just after high school. But throughout her life, Christina developed many hobbies and interests. She loved the outdoors, especially the lakes with boating and tubing, and to camp and sit by the fire. She also loved gardening and baking. Christina was a Marilyn Monroe fan, loved singing karaoke, and was also a music fan in general, especially the music of Fleetwood Mac and Madonna. Being fun-spirited, Halloween was her favorite holiday.

Christina is survived by her daughter, Rhiannon Eiler; her daughter, Alexis (Christopher Sutphen) Kelley; and her son, Christopher (Vanessa Doyle) Goff. Christina is also survived by three grandchildren from Rhiannon Eiler: granddaughter, Maria Eilers; granddaughter, Annabelle Eilers; and grandson, Sammy Eilers. A fourth grandchild will soon be born to daughter Alexis. Also surviving are four brothers: Stephen Diss, Timothy Diss, Patrick Diss, and Patrick Snyder, along with three sisters: Jacquie Sager, Gina Madison, and Bobbi Snyder. Christina is also survived by her adopted mother, Diane Eilers, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. She also leaves behind her beloved Pit Bull, Brooklyn.

Preceding Christina in death were both parents, Barbara Snyder and Dennis Eilers; an aunt, K. Nannette Eilers; and an uncle, Ed Eilers.

A celebration of life will take place at a future date. The obituary will be updated to confirm the date.

Arrangements and care are entrusted to Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 7633 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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06/04/2026

Deborah Lee Galloway, age 78, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Golden Years Homestead in Fort Wayne, IN.

Deborah was born on January 12, 1948, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late Rex and Alberta (Nofzinger) Heckman. She graduated from South Side High School in Fort Wayne in 1966. Deborah dedicated 20 years of service to the United States Postal Service in Fort Wayne, where she worked as a secretary to the postmaster. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall.

Deborah enjoyed her solitude, spending time with her feline companion, Piper, adult coloring books, and, most of all, making memories with her family and great-grandson.

Survivors include her son, Aaron (Cathy) Galloway; granddaughter, Amber Galloway; great-grandson, Zayden Galloway; sister, Rebecca (Arthur) Mertens; niece, Lori (Kevin) Russell; and nephew, Michael Mallett.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her son, Jason Galloway.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 7, 2026, with visitation from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 7633 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46835.

Private family burial will take place at Covington Memorial Gardens.

Officiating the service will be Kevin Russell.

Memorial condolences may be left online at www.hessfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements and care have been entrusted to Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Fort Wayne.

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06/03/2026

Glenn “Howard” Cottier Jr., 76, of Harlan, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

Howard was born on May 2, 1950, in Auburn, California, to the late Glenn Howard Cottier Sr. and Ruby (Collins) Gardner. He graduated from Leo High School and continued his education at Indiana-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW). On June 3, 1972, he married the love of his life, Linda Darlene Schaefer, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Harlan. Together, they shared nearly 54 years of marriage filled with love, family, and cherished memories.

Howard dedicated 42 years of service to Parkview Health in Fort Wayne, where he held positions as Facilities Manager and Construction Manager. He took tremendous pride in his work and was instrumental in the planning and construction of Parkview Regional Medical Center, one of his most significant professional accomplishments.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Howard treasured the time he spent with his family. He enjoyed tending to his flowers and garden, watching NASCAR and classic westerns, and preparing meals for those he loved. His strong work ethic, kind heart, and unwavering devotion to his family will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Surviving are his beloved wife, Linda Cottier; daughters, Rachael (Elmer) Gramajo, Sarah (Brian) Parrish, and Rebekah (Andy) Neireiter; 12 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister, Debbie Etnyre; half-sister, Cheryl Blain; stepfather, Bob Gardner; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, John Cottier; and siblings, Nikki Kennard, Julia Cottier, and Tom Cottier.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 7633 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46835.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., with visitation one hour prior from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church, 7215 St. Joe Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46835.

Father Royce Gregerson will officiate.

Burial will follow at Scipio Cemetery in Harlan.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.hessfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Fort Wayne.

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06/03/2026

Carlos Roberto Torrijos, age 22, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026.

Carlos was born on August 2, 2003, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Efrain Torrijos and Andrea (Hill) Bartley. He attended South Side High School and was known for his vibrant personality, kind heart, and infectious smile. Carlos had a passion for music and especially enjoyed singing and rapping. His bright spirit, handsome smile, and expressive eyes had a way of lighting up every room he entered.

Carlos enjoyed skiing, snowboarding, sports, and traveling, with some of his favorite destinations being Florida, Illinois, and Colorado. Above all else, he cherished his family. He was deeply devoted to his parents, brothers, grandmother, daughter, and those closest to him. Carlos had a natural ability to make others laugh and smile, and his joyful presence left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.

He will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his family, friends, and all whose lives he touched.

Surviving are his mother, Andrea Bartley; father, Efrain Torrijos; daughter, Aurora Torrijos; brothers, Donovan (Michaela) Hill and Clemmie Trigg; niece, Leilani Hill; maternal grandfather, Anthony Hill; paternal grandmother, Catalina Rodriguez; aunts, Ashley Hill, Stephanie Hernandez, Pety Torrijos, and Laura Torrijos; uncles, Christopher Hill, Omar Torrijos, and Cesar Torrijos (Jackie Quintana); along with many cousins, extended family members, and friends.

A funeral service in Carlos’ honor will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 7633 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46835.

Burial will follow at Concordia Lutheran Cemetery, 1801 Maumee Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46803.

Memorial donations may be directed to the family.

Arrangements and care have been entrusted to Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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