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Terry Kummer Obituary

TERRY L. KUMMER, 61, of New Haven, died at home with his family at his side, after an extended illness, Thursday, Sept. 16, 2004. Terry was an avid golfer and fisherman. He was a tool maker at Zollner Corp., retiring in 2002, after over 30 years of service. Survivors include his wife, Carol A.; son, Kevin (Lyndi) Kummer of Fort Wayne; mother and stepfather, Claudine and Wayne Smith of New Haven; brothers, Gary of Chicago, Dennis of Angola, Randy of Fort Wayne; and sister, Kathy Peters of New Haven. He was preceded in death by his father, Earl Kummer, and brothers, Michael and Kevin. Service is 10 a.m. Monday at E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, 740 Indiana Hwy. 930 E., New Haven, with calling from 1 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday. Burial is in Leo Cemetery, Leo. Preferred memorials are to Parkview Hospice or American Lung Association.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Sep. 17, 2004.

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Laura Tatman-ehlers

September 11, 2025

Missing you!

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September 11, 2019

Thinking about you!

Patti Conroy-Kershner

October 1, 2004

My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you during this difficult time.



Terry's quick smile and hearty laugh will be missed by many.



My hope is that your memories may comfort you and your faith sustain you.



My sympathies to all of you,

Lisa Holler

September 20, 2004

My thoughts and prayers go out to Terry's family and friends. Terry was a New Haven "fixture" and his presence will be greatly missed. I'll always remember that you and I shared the same birthday - August 1st. Thanks for always making me laugh Terry - you were such a fun loving guy...I will never forget your smile. See you in heaven my friend.

Larry and Sandy Haiflich

September 19, 2004

To the Kummer Family: Larry remembers Terry's warm smile and friendly nature. Our deepest sympathy to your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you.



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Laura Doctor

September 17, 2004

Terry.. It's unbelievable that you could really be gone.. I miss you sooo much already.. I have some wonderful memories of you that I will keep in my thoughts and my heart for always.. You always were and always will be 'Dad' to me.. I love you my friend and miss you more that I can ever express.. I wish sooo badly that I would have gone to see you, but I just didn't know how to say 'goodbye' to you.



My friend, you will always be remembered and missed.. I'll never forget your smile.. I love you Dad.. Goodbye for now.. :(



My heart goes out to his family.. I'm so very sorry for your loss.. You will be in my thoughts and prayers for a long time to come.



Laura Doctor

CLARE MORRISON

September 17, 2004

CAROL AND KEVIN, YOU ARE BOTH IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. I HAVE WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF TERRY. WE HAD LOTS OF FUN TOGETHER WHEN I LIVED IN INDIANA YEARS AGO. I AM WITH YOU AND THINKING OF YOU ALL.KEEP THE FAITH. LOVE, CLARE AND WAYNE

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