Leona Rinaker's Obituary
Leona Rinaker, 92, passed away Saturday September 27, 2014 at Signature Healthcare, Fort Wayne. Born in New Haven she was the daughter of the late John and Anna Nahrwold. She was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne and the ladies aid.
She is survived by her daughter, Lois Cichocki of New Haven; sister, Pauline Baatz of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Benjermin (Rebecca) Cichocki and Nicole (Mauricio Giraldo) Cichocki both of Fort Wayne; great granddaughter, Katherine Cichocki of Fort Wayne; sisters-in-law, Helen Nahrwold and Cheryl Baatz both of Fort Wayne; and her beloved granddog, Burrito. She was also preceded in death by her husband Otto Rinaker in 1992; three brothers; and two sisters.
Funeral Service is 11 a.m. Saturday, October 11, 2014 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 7710 E. State Blvd, Fort Wayne calling two hours prior. Pastor Steve Ahlersmeyer officiating. Burial in the church cemetery. Preferred memorials are to St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Worship for Shut-ins, or Alzheimer's Association.
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