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SuzAnne Handshoe: A Legacy of Service | Fort Wayne News
Kendallville is in deep mourning for SuzAnne Handshoe, the beloved five-term mayor who served from 2004 to 2023 and also had a distinguished Marine Corps career. At 66, she passed after a decade-long fight with multiple myeloma, leaving behind a legacy of faith, grit, and selfless service. Known for her perseverance—she ran for mayor twice, winning the second time—Handshoe transformed her city, securing a $2 million downtown revival and launching a Youth Advisory Council. She led by example, literally rolling up her sleeves to clean streets and gardens, always making people feel valued. Even…
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