James Lee Kreider, 66, Warsaw, formerly of Columbia City, died unexpectedly Monday, Aug. 21, 2023, in Fort Wayne.

He was born May 14, 1957. On June 24, 1979, he married Martha L. Frank, who survives.

He also is survived by his son, Jared M. Kreider, Warsaw; his father, David Leon Kreider, Columbia City; and siblings, Cheryl (Rick) Meinika, David (Judy) Kreider, Glenn (Diane) Kreider and Dan (Caryl Parlow) Kreider, all of Columbia City.

Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City, is handling arrangements.