ANNA MARIE CHAMAR

ANNA MARIE CHAMAR, 92, of Mentor Ohio, formerly of Fort Wayne, was received in to the loving arms of the Lord on Friday, Dec. 25, 2015, with her family by her side. Born Feb. 8, 1923, in New Castle, Pa., she was a daughter of the late Harold Leroy and Lydia (Travis) Hinkson. Anna Marie was an active member of Aldersgate UMC for 50 years, singing in the choir, Stephens Ministry, Clowns of the Ministry, and Bereavement Dinners. She also delivered Home Bound Meals for over 20 years. She enjoyed cross stitching and baking. She was known for her famous coconut cakes, Texas sheet cakes and her warm and loving hugs. Surviving family include her son, William H. Chamar of Mentor, Ohio; daughter, Ellen M. Chamar of Fort Wayne; granddaughters, Pamela J. (Don) Budzicki, Dawn M. (Gary) Johnston and Lori A. (Charles) Wiley; 11 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Robert Hinkson of Indiana and Leroy (Sue) Hinkson of Tennessee; sisters, Audrey Davis of Arizona, Jeanetta Ellashek and Delores (John) Anzelmo, both of Ohio.; sisters-in-law, Beverly Hinkson and Carol Hinkson, both of Missouri.; and many nieces, nephews and good friends. She was also preceded in passing by her husband, William A., whom she married on Sept. 12, 1941; brothers, William H., George, John, and Jerry Hinkson; sisters, Mildred Lazenby and Maxine Dabb; and daughter-in-law, Dianne R. Chamar. Funeral service is 1:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, 2016, at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 2417 Getz Road, Fort Wayne, with a gathering of friends and family starting at 11 a.m. Burial in Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Visiting Nurse of Fort Wayne or Aldersgate United Methodist Church in the memory of Anna Marie Chamar. To leave online condolences, please visit advantagefunerals.com