COLUMBIA CITY – R. Choleene Leinker, 86, Columbia City, passed away at 6:10 a.m. May 25, 2014, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Columbia City. She was born Oct. 26, 1927, in South Whitley, to Harold and Marjory Ramsey Warner. Survivors include a brother, Bob Warner, Fort Wayne; a son, Jim (and spouse Martha) Leinker, Charlotte, N.C.; a daughter, Candy (and spouse Dennis) Shively, Leesburg; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. There will be no visitation or services per her request. Demoney-Grimes Funeral Home, Columbia City is in charge of arrangements. ***** Memorials may be made to the Whitley County Senior Center. Condolences via demoneygrimes.com
