L. Annabelle Bahler, 94, formerly of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 2:20 a.m. on Thursday, August 21, 2014 in The Cedars in Leo, Indiana. She was born to the late Dennis and Emma (Lavengood) Pottenger on August 21, 1920 in Wabash, Indiana.
Annie attended Wabash High School. She married Fred Bahler on April 20, 1963, he passed away on September 29, 1980. She was a member of Washington Street Wesleyan Church of Wabash, Indiana. She retired from Wabash County Hospital after 34 years.
Annie was a gifted artist, her beloved oil and watercolor paintings ranged from portraits to landscapes to old train depots. She was best known for her painting of historic landmarks in Wabash County, some of which are on display in public buildings in Wabash. In addition to her art, she enjoyed cooking, entertaining, reading, and corresponding with friends and family.
Annie is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Gary (Judith) Wolff of Fort Wayne, Indiana; three grandchildren, Christian Wolff of Portland, Oregon, Rick Wolff (Ann) of Wheaton, Illinois, and Angie Ogino (Scott Eads) of Lagro, Indiana; and five great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Dennis Eugene Miller, grandson, Aaron, five brothers and one sister.
Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 30, 2014 at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Rev. Steve Hudson officiating. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory in Marion, Indiana.
Visitation for family and friends will be from 9:30 a.m. until time of service on Saturday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to Heartland Hospice, 1315 Directors Row, Suite 210, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46808. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com
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