Velma "Val" Henke, of Kendallville passed on June 12, 2007, after many years of a good life. Widow of Frank Henke and Roy "Bud" Sitcler . She retired from General Electric after 37 years of service and many years of waitressing. She was a member of the GE Quarter Century Club, Fort Wayne Moose Chapter 324, Bluffton Eagles, American Legion Auxiliary, and VFW Auxiliary all of Kendallville. Survived by sister Betty Van Zant and many nieces and nephews, which were her life and joy. Viewing for immediate family only, Friday, June 15, 2007. Covington Memorial Funeral Home, 8408 Covington Rd. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorials to Disabled Veterans.