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MARY P. FOGWELL KORTE HELMKE

MARY P. FOGWELL KORTE HELMKE obituary, Fort Wayne, IN

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MARY HELMKE Obituary

MARY P. FOGWELL KORTE HELMKE, 91, formerly of Wood burn, died on Monday, Aug. 13, 2012. Born June 7, 1921, in Huntington County, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Gertrude Fogwell. She married Helmut Korte in 1944; he died in 1954. She then married Roland Helmke in 1958; he died in 2007. She was an avid bowler, enjoyed doing crafts and making Halloween costumes for her children. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Bull Rapids, Jolly two Dozen Ladies Club and a card club. Surviving are her children, Judy (Lester) Rekeweg, Jay (Beverly) Korte, Diane Korte, Todd (Kathy) Helmke, and Jackie (Edwards) Runyan; 13 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; sister, jean (Rinehart) Hively; and brothers, Merritt and Carroll Fogwell. She was also preceded in death by a twin sister, Marthe Imel. Funeral service is 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17, 2012, at Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Road, with calling one hour prior. Burial in Christ Lutheran Church Cemetery, Woodburn. Preferred memorials to RestCare Adult Day Center.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Aug. 16, 2012.

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Austin Will

August 25, 2012

Mary will always have a special place in my heart. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Joan and Creager Smith

August 18, 2012

Your family has been in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.

Donna Lawson

August 16, 2012

Dear Judy & family,
We read in the Fort Wayne newspaper that your mother passed away. I remember all of the good times I had at your house, growing up in Woodburn, Judy. Your mother was so sweet to me. She helped us to make the very first pizza that I'd ever tasted. It was such fun! I have many wonderful memories. We'll keep you, Les, and your family in our thoughts & prayers. God bless you.
Love, Donna (Gerbers) Lawson & Edd

Rick Imel and Family

August 16, 2012

Aunt Mary was such a loving person and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. We treasure the memories and can take comfort in knowing that she and her twin sister (Martha) are now resting in peace with our Lord and Savior.

Duane and Charlotte Dammeyer

August 16, 2012

Dear Judy, Diane and Jay and all your family.
Sorry to hear. Will treasure all the great memories. We will not be able to
attend but our thoughts and prayers for all of you.

Duane and Charlotte

August 16, 2012

Dear Judy, Diane and Jay,

We just heard of Aunt Mary's death and want to express our sincere condolences. She is at peace now. She was such a sweet person, always had a nice smile.

We are sorry we will not be attending the funeral, but will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Dennis and Roddy

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