B&J Medical Inc

12/31/2025

Some of our favorite moments from this holiday season 🎄

So many reasons to be thankful for 2025 and even more excited for what’s ahead in 2026. Thank you to everyone who made this year so special!

12/24/2025

We mourn the loss of a beloved wife, mother, grandma, and sister whose love and support helped shape both our lives and this business. Her presence will always be a part of who we are and what we stand for.

Norma Kay (Wert) Wicker, age 84, of Kendallville, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 21, 2025. She was born on February 25, 1941, in Kendallville, Indiana to Norman and Edna (Williamson) Wert. On March 7, 1959, at the Methodist Church in Kendallville, she married the love of her life Robert James Wicker. In 1975, they founded their own business, B&J Specialty, which has since grown into a multiple business enterprise including B&J Medical and B&J International which now employ’s close to 300 people. She loved her family and God and enjoyed quilting and canning the produce her husband raised out of the garden. Robert preceded her in death on August 6, 2024.

Survivors include:
Son, John (Lee) Wicker of Kendallville.
Brother, Ben and Susan Wert of Kendallville.
Sister, Susie and Bill Wallen of Kendallville.

Nine grandchildren: Keith (Stephanie) Wilson of Kendallville, Jessica (Ryan) Slone of Auburn, Kaihla (Braden) Hines of Huntertown, Shawn Wilson of Rome City, Collin Wilson of Nashville, Tennessee, Anissa (Nate) Mueller of Huntertown, Anna (Zach) Brazel of LaOtto, Autumn (Griffin) Parks of Albion and Faith Nakayima Wicker of Kendallville.

Twelve great grandchildren: Elly Cossairt, Charlie Streb, Gentry Wilson, Bennett Mueller, River Hines, Cree Wilson, Mila Hines, Navy Parks, Mallen and Millie Brazel, Isla Parks and Everett Mueller.

Close family and friends Ze, AJ, Elysia and Alani Heureuse, Chloe, Deirdre, Brian, Fiona Schoonover, Jenepher Nansamba, Elli Jensen and caretaker Shelly-Ann Reid.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters, Joe, Lantha and Nancy; and three brothers, Dale, Ray and Walt.

Visitation will be held Friday, December 26, 2025, from 3:00 - 7:00 PM at Hite Funeral Home in Kendallville.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Hite Funeral Home.
Burial will follow at Orange Cemetery near Rome City. Casket bearers will be Nate Mueller, Keith Wilson, Zach Brazel, Braden Hines, Ryan Slone and Seth Wright.
Preferred memorial donations may be made to the Albion Food Pantry.

12/20/2025

Celebrated Christmas with a meal, trivia, and announced our raffle prize winners!

Thankful to have each and every employee this Christmas season!

12/11/2025

Anything but a cup day was a success!

🗳️ Vote your favorite and the winner will get an extra ticket for our raffle!

11/27/2025

Our Thanksgiving celebration was a reminder of how fortunate we are to have such a dedicated and talented team.

Thank you to our employees for your hard work, commitment, and heart. We appreciate you today and every day.

11/21/2025

Dan, we’re really going to miss seeing you every day. It was an honor celebrating you with the department you’ve made such a lasting difference in. You are ofishially retired… well, after Thanksgiving. Until then, you’re still ours! 🎉🐟

11/20/2025

Our team showed up in a big way! ❤️
They participated in our food, diaper, and animal supply drive—and truly gave with all their hearts. Proud of this crew and the impact they’re making in our community!

11/12/2025

Trying to keep our employees warm with all this snow! ❄️

11/11/2025

To all veterans and active-duty service members: thank you for your service, your bravery, and your commitment to protecting our freedoms.

We honor you today and always.

10/31/2025

Precision, production, and a pinch of potion!

Happy Halloween from B&J Medical! 🎃

09/01/2025

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day from B&J Medical! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and spirit of the American workforce. At B&J Medical, we are grateful for our incredible team, our partners, and the communities we serve every day. 💙

As we honor this day, let’s take a moment to appreciate the value of hard work and also the importance of rest, balance, and time with loved ones. Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing Labor Day!

👏 Thank you to all who make a difference through the work you do.

07/05/2025

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from B&J Medical! 🇺🇸

We had a blast celebrating early with our amazing team! A big thank you to Ziffles Zip N Go and Good Taco Food Truck for the delicious meals.

The highlight? Human foosball—because nothing says team spirit like friendly competition and a lot of laughter!

Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Independence Day!