MARY S. DAUTZ, 93, of Fort Wayne, died Friday, November 19, 2004, at her residence. Born September 15, 1911, in Muncie, she was former owner of Dautz Florist with her husband, Herb, for 70 years. . . Read More
CHRISTINA GEURS, 78, died Wednesday, November 17, 2004, at Riverbend Healthcare Center. Born in Gorinchem, The Netherlands, she was a nurse and served with the Red Cross during World War II. . . Read More
JEAN SADLER MITCHELL, 78, of Fort Wayne, died Friday, November 19, 2004, at Riverbend Health Care Center. Born September 27, 1926, in Early, Iowa, she was a service representative for Verizon, retiring in 1991. . . Read More
CARL W. STOKER, 77, of Fort Wayne, died Tuesday, November 16, 2004, in Fort Wayne. Born January 17, 1927, in Auburn, he was with Roofers Local #23 for 35 years, retiring in 1988. . . Read More
JAMES “JIM” C. STANLEY, 78, died Sunday, May 16, 2004. He was owner of Stanley Jewelers for over 35 years, and a Marine Veteran of World War II and the Korean War. . . Read More
CHARLES L. HILL, 75, of Fort Wayne, died Friday, November 19, 2004, at St. Joseph Medical Center. Born November 5, 1929, in Akron, Ohio, he was co-owner and operator of Hills Market from 1968 to 1996. . . Read More
You’re Messin’ With My Bread and Butter
The title of this article is a term that umpires heard when they ejected a player and they might be fined: “You’re messin’ with my bread and butter.” . . Read More
Ron Dantzer Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. is a 15-year old company in the Fort Wayne area Standard Shank Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. has been in Fort Wayne area for over 50 years. . . Read More
This is the final segment of, “The Boy Who Invented Television;” because it has become a story without an ending. I wanted to end this story when Steve Blaising turned out the lights and locked the door on the Farnsworth-ITT fusion lab, . . . Read More
The holidays are just about here. This year, you may be considering making a gift to a charitable organization. Of course, your generosity will be greatly appreciated by the group you’re supporting – and it can pay off for you, too.
Two . . . Read More
Editors note: Dave Trainer brought in this story, which was written by his uncle, Haldane W. Bean. It is about a father and his three sons who traveled from southern Illinois to Yellowstone driving a 1916 Model T. . . Read More
Guardian of the Taxpayer
The year 2004 has been for all forms of local government. With budget cuts and tax reassessment, there is absolutely no room for waste. At Wayne Township, we understand the dual responsibility of providing service to those . . . Read More
We are pleased to be moving forward with a $35 million plan to retain and gain jobs. City Council recently approved our plan that calls for a series of economic development opportunities and infrastructure improvements over the next three years. . . Read More
Police Chief Rusty York recently met with City Council to discuss Fort Wayne’s crime statistics. City crime rates are the lowest they’ve been in several years. I’ve always said that it takes good schools, strong families, and good . . . Read More
Editors Note: The Waynedale News receives an abundance of press releases and articles for each issue. Information that has a focus on Waynedale is given the highest priority. We try to evaluate all submissions on a timely basis.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT . . . Read More
It was 3am, and cold.‑ I was hoping that the night would stay relatively uneventful.‑ I remember how tired I felt, wishing the night shift would pass quickly.‑ Just thinking of my goose-down comforter at home made me anxious for the night to . . . Read More
Reflections on Creches
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. {9} And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore . . . Read More
I am a total klutz. The other day I actually bought two left shoes. Some days I wonder how I made it through without fatally injuring myself. This is about the only thing I have in common with Bridget Jones, but for some reason I still find her identifiable. . . . Read More
O’Bannon Woods is Indiana’s 24th State Park
“Parks help people see how they fit into this thing called life,” said former First Lady Judy O’Bannon at an O’Bannon Woods State Park dedication ceremony . . . Read More
Garton Appoints Long to Chair Influential Committees
(STATEHOUSE) Looking forward to the 114th session of the Indiana General Assembly, State Senator David Long (R-Fort Wayne) received his committee assignments for 2005-2006 from Senate President . . . Read More
The forty-two year old Norwegian Pine that used to be at the residence of Paul and Dorothy Bunsold now shines forth for the entire city of Fort Wayne to enjoy.
Mudrack Tree Service cut the 50-foot tree from 6210 Donna Drive in Waynedale on November . . . Read More
In reference to your article on November 10 about the Veteran’s Stand Down.
I would like to thank all the brothers and sisters at the Local 2209 and the Management at GM for allowing us the time off from our jobs, when manpower is short, to help . . . Read More
Has Thanksgiving passed when the cold turkey sandwiches are all eaten?‑ I believe we can and must keep the spirit of giving thanks for our many blessings.‑ I believe we can and must return to more prayer, a gratitude prayer at the first morning . . . Read More
This past summer we stepped out of our adopted home of Istanbul, Turkey and stayed a couple of months back in our natural home of Fort Wayne, living near Baerfield Freeway.‑ . . Read More
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