Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

D. O. McComb and Sons - Covington Knolls

8325 Covington Rd.

Fort Wayne, Indiana

MARY SHEETS Obituary

MARY ANN SHEETS, 85, of Roanoke, died Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2018, 6:25 a.m., at The Heritage of Huntington. Born April 22, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Marie Rose. She was a graduate of Union City High School, Union City, Mich. She retired from Royal Lace Packaging in 1982. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 160 in Roanoke, Ind. She attended The Chapel in Fort Wayne. She enjoyed bowling, reading, and being outdoors with her flowers and watching the birds. She also had a passion of helping others, especially her family. She married Annan Sheets in 1952; he preceded in death on Aug. 9, 1996. She is survived by three children, Michael (Janet) Sheets and Sue (Randy) Porter, both of Roanoke and Judy (Stan) Neuenschwander of Marion; seven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great- grandchild; brother, Jim (Pauline) Hart of N. Adams, Mich.; several nieces and nephews; and one ornery kitty, Lynx. Service is 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018, at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road, with calling one hour prior. The Rev. Rick Hawks of The Chapel officiating. Calling also from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2, 2018, at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne. Memorials may be made to Visiting Nurse Hospice, Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, or Honor Flight NEI. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.domccombandsons.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Feb. 1, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for MARY SHEETS

Not sure what to say?





4 Entries

Robert Barker

January 31, 2018

Mike, Sue, and the rest of the family....my heart aches for you all. I just went through this a couple of weeks ago. As I told Mom privately, she done good.....and from what I have seen of your Mother's family....she did also..... <3

cheryl jones

January 31, 2018

So sorry to hear of her passing. Many, many happy memories of spending time with her and the family also riding back and forth to work together. She will be missed. My deepest sympathy to all of the family.

Patty (Grabach) Reibs

February 2, 2018

Mike, thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Rose Hunt

February 2, 2018

Cherish the memories
Thoughts prayers,

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results

Make a Donation
in MARY SHEETS's name

Memorial Events
for MARY SHEETS

Feb

2

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

D.O. McComb and Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home

8325 Covington Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804

Feb

3

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

D.O. McComb and Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home

8325 Covington Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804

Feb

3

Service

10:00 a.m.

D.O. McComb and Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home

8325 Covington Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804

Funeral services provided by:

D. O. McComb and Sons - Covington Knolls

8325 Covington Rd., Fort Wayne, IN 46804

How to support MARY's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor MARY SHEETS's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more