Michael (Mike) A. Peden, 76, passed away Monday, April 20, 2020 in Fort Wayne. Mike was born in Washington, IN to the late Roy and Eldena Peden. Mike is lovingly remembered for his caring devotion to family, friendly affability, and home made salsa that was often imitated but never duplicated. Altogether, Mike created a full, fruitful life and legacy deserving mention. He served his country in the US Army band where he cultivated a deep love of German culture. Professionally, he was a salesman, entrepreneur, small business owner, and self taught IT specialist. Mike showed remarkable physical prowess as a motorcycle racer, bicyclist, airplane pilot, sailboat sailor, downhill skier, ballroom dancer, and multi-instrumentalist. He was a sage mentor and counselor for his children, steadfast brother, and devoted husband to his wife Janet over 50 years. He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church and the Olive Club of Fort Wayne. Michael is survived by his wife of 50 years, Janet Peden of Fort Wayne; 10 children: Krista (David) Williams of Charlotte, NC, Dr. Erik (Aude) Peden of Indianapolis, IN, Kathryn Peden of New Haven, IN, John (Grace) Peden of Indianapolis, IN, Andrew (Kristin) Peden of Winter Garden, FL, David Peden of Dallas, TX, Mary Lewis of Las Cruces, NM, Mark Peden, James Peden, and Christopher Peden all of Fort Wayne; 14 grandchildren; 2 brothers, Robert Campbell of Balboa Island, CA, and Arthur (Paula) Peden of Pittsburgh, PA. A Mass of Christian Resurrection is 11:00 am, Saturday, August 22, 2020 at St. Jude Catholic Church, 2130 Pemberton Dr., with calling one hour prior. Burial at Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Catholic School. To sign the online guestbook, go to www.fairhavenfortwayne.com