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DAVID H. JESSE

FUNERAL HOME

Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Funeral Home

120 West Mill Street

Ossian, Indiana

DAVID JESSE Obituary

DAVID H. JESSE, 78, of Ft. Wayne, greeted the New Year by shedding his earthly vessel for an eternal one early Jan. 1, 2011, at Lutheran Hospital following a lengthy illness. At his side when he passed was his adoring and doting wife, Ila whom he married 56 years ago. Born March 15, 1932, in Ft. Wayne, he was the second of four sons born to Herbert and Kathryn (Sellers) Jesse. He graduated from Ossian High School and the International Business College. He married the love of his life, Ila Schaefer on May 2, 1954. It was his dream to farm the Jesse homestead near Ossian but instead spent most of his career in the agriculture business working for Farm Bureau CoOp, Central Soya, Wyandot Popcorn, and Central States, and in retirement for National Tube Form and Avis Budget. He and Ila were busy raising their five children but always had time to actively serve their local church, children's school system and activities. In addition, he enjoyed traveling with his wife, and was antique car enthusiast and member of the Old Fort Model A Club, participating with his own 1929 Model A pickup truck. In addition to being survived by his wife, Ila, he leaves five children; David (Cindy) of Louisville Ky., Dann (Mary) of Clyde, N.C., Jill Ann of Indianapolis, Duane (Carol) of Cortland, Ohio, and Dennis of Powell, Ohio, six grandchildren; Drew, Adam, Anne, Drake, Aaron and Heather; a brother, William of Ossian; and a sister-in-law, Sue Jesse of Ft. Wayne. Preceding him in death are two brothers, Herbert and Thomas. Memorial Service is 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011, at Risen Savior Lutheran Church 8010 West Jefferson Blvd. Ft. Wayne, the Rev. Martin Gehring, Pastor, officiating. Friends and family may pay their respects from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 3, 2011, at the Elzey Patterson Rodak Funeral Home, 120 west Mill St. Ossian, and one hour before the memorial service. Memorials in David's honor may be made to Risen Savior Lutheran Church or any other charity. Please visit www.elzey-patterson-rodak.com to leave condolences.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Jan. 2, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for DAVID JESSE

25 Entries

Dennis Jesse

January 8, 2011

I know you will always be with me.

Harley Hoover

January 6, 2011

I am sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Jesse. He was our neighbor in Marion. He was always very nice and friendly as is the whole Jesse family and that is a tribute to him and Mrs. Jesse. My condolences to the family. Mr. Jesse will be missed.

January 5, 2011

Ila and family -
Deepest and sincere sympathies to all of you during this difficult time. Loved the times we shared in Marion.

Dan and Sandra Lepard & family

January 5, 2011

Dear Ila, Family Members, and Friends,

Ruth and I wish to share with you our heartfelt sympathy and love upon the departure of your husband, father, grandfather, and brother, David, who is now in heaven with perfect health and seated at the heavenly banquet table with Jesus and brothers, Herbert and Thomas, and many other family members and friends who preceded David to their mansions.

The departure of a loved one is a very difficult experience and has caused a void in your hearts and a grief that is almost unbearable; therefore, we encourge you to freely shed tears of sorrow as those tears cause you to experience a brief respite at this time. Remember, Jesus wept at the death of His dear friend, Lazarus, and thereby gave us a model to follow when we expereince the death of a loved one.

However, being aware that he is now with his Savior, will also give you joy and the assurance that you will be runited with David when you receive your "call" to depart this earth.

We leave you with much love and God's love, too,
Dick and Ruth (Werling) Bultemeyer

Kirk Ballinger

January 5, 2011

My deepest sympathies to the entire family. My prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

Scott & Tina (Moore) Hagerty

January 4, 2011

Deepest and sincere sympathies to all of you during this difficult time.

LaDana & Denny Shroats

January 4, 2011

Ila, Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Dave was a wonderful husband, father. grandfather, and freind. Denny and I will always remember the fun times at your home in Marion. Thinking of you, LaDana & Denny Shroats

Gene Donaghy

January 4, 2011

Sorry to hear of David's passing. I remember you all when you lived in Ossian when Dave was in my 4th or 6th grade class at Ossian. May God bless you all during this time.

January 4, 2011

Ila, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Jim Garigen AvisBudget Fort Wayne

Al and Bonnie Bolyard

January 4, 2011

Ila and family, Impossible for me to come to Ft, Wayne, but my prayers tra vel the miles with heart felt saddness. Loveed Dave, althought we did not get to see a lot of him and your famly. Know he is up in heaven with mom and dad and "Babe". Whom I fell off of as a youngster.. Our thoughys and prayers are with you and the family-- Love Al and Bonnie Bolyard

Dan & Natalie Lehner

January 4, 2011

We were so sorry to learn of Mr. Jesse's passing. Sending our deepest sympathy and condelences to all of the family.

Sheila and Betty Szabo

January 3, 2011

Dear Dennis,
Fathers are so special...Betty and I send our prayers to you and your family at this time

Barb Anderson, RN

January 3, 2011

Ila, so sorry for your loss of our dear friend, Dave. We sure will miss his ornery spirit!

Gordon Diehl

January 3, 2011

I worked with Dave at Central Soya when we were both Credit Mgrs. We talked on the phone occationally and at meeting. He had a great sense of humor and was always fun to be with. Please know that your family is in our prayers and thoughts.

Charlotte Humphrey

January 3, 2011

Sal, Jimmy and I are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Christine Twedt

January 3, 2011

Dear Ila,
I'm so sorry for the loss of Dave. My heart hurts for you and your family as you grieve this difficult loss, and yet, am thankful that your husband is out of so much pain. I know you have wonderful friends (like my mom and dad!) who are around you, but please know that you will be in my prayers and that Dave will be missed much. Much Love, Christine

Brian & Nancy Farley

January 2, 2011

Thinking of and praying for you all right now.

Shawny Adams

January 2, 2011

Aunt Ila so sad to hear about Uncle Dave. I have so many fond memories of Uncle Dave. He always made me laugh with his funny jokes and hilarious characteristics. He will be deeply missed by all of us. Sorry that I won't be able to make it for visitation or the funeral service, but all of you will be in my thoughts in prayers! I know that he will be in a better place and he will have great company!

Love all of you!
Shawny and Mark Adams

Sarah Schmidt

January 2, 2011

Uncle Dave, We will miss your smile and your wonderful laughter. Your family (Aunt Ila and all of our cousins and families) is in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time.

All of our love,
Joshie and Sarah Schmidt

January 2, 2011

Dear Ila and family,

My prayers are with you all at this time. Dave was a very special cousin. I will remember his smile, the twinkle in his eye, and my childhood visits to the farm when he and his brothers would tease the "city girl" from Wabash.

You and I have both been blessed with very special men as husbands and have precious memories of the lives they shared with us.

Much love,

Katie Ann

January 2, 2011

Ila, very sorry to get the news about Dave. He was a very nice person to be with on our many shuttle trips. His good humor will be missed. I was proud to get to know both of you. Sincerely, John Youker

Bob Ouderkirk

January 2, 2011

Sal, I'm sure you have many wonderful memories of your dad that will always be with you.

January 2, 2011

Bob and Donna Jesse send our deepest sympathy to all the David Jesse family.Our daughter called us in Florida to see if we were relatives. David was Bob's cousin. May it comfort the family to know we grieve with you. God bless. Donna and Bob Jesse

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