Mallie Faye Koby, 73, of Bluffton, passed away Thursday morning, Sept. 17, 2020, at her residence.

Faye was born in Hazard, KY, on Apr. 30, 1947, to Felix and Grace (Combs) Shepherd.  Both parents preceded her in death.

For 40 years, Faye worked in dietary departments at many local hospitals and nursing homes, including Bluffton Regional Medical Center, Wells Community Hospital, Meadowvale, Christian Care Retirement Community, and River Terrace Retirement Community.  She enjoyed working around the house, especially in her flower garden.

Survivors include two sons, Jimmie Dee Koby of Ft. Wayne, and Hank (Kathie) Koby of Bluffton; a brother, Bill Shepherd of Hartford City; a sister, Mattie Edwards of Bluffton; and four grandchildren, Amy Wallace, Arianna Rudolph, Joseph Koby, and Alexandria Koby.

In addition to her parents, Faye was preceded in death by her former husband, Jimmie Dean Koby; along with a granddaughter, April Brickley.

Visitation will be on Monday, Sept. 21, from 4:00 until 6:00 PM, at Goodwin – Cale & Harnish Memorial Chapel in Bluffton, followed by a memorial service at 6:00 PM, also at the funeral home.  Rev. Doug McClure will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made to Wells County Council on Aging.