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Recent Obituaries in Fort Wayne, IN

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Fort Wayne, IN area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Reggie Miller

Reggie Miller

Oct 16, 2021

Reggie James Miller fell asleep in his mother's arms on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. He was born on February 23, 2021 to Aaron and Gretchen Miller of Fort Wayne. Reggie was a happy and sweet baby with a loving spirit. He had an infectious smile that was enjoyed by all. Reggie is also survived by...

Kathy Stewart

Kathy Stewart

Oct 16, 2021

Kathy S. Stewart, 64, of Fort Wayne passed away Saturday, October 16, 2021, one month after her husband, David Stewart passed away. Kathy will be greatly missed and remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who always enjoyed caring for her family. Arrangements are being handled by Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Leslie Garrett

Leslie Garrett

Oct 16, 2021

Leslie Robert Garrett, 65, passed away Saturday, October 16, 2021 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Indianapolis, IN to the late Charles and Rita Garrett. Les worked 20 years for General Motors and was a member of Central Christian Church of Beloit, WI. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Pam (Brambley) Garrett of...

Donald Emenhiser

Donald Emenhiser

Oct 16, 2021

Donald "Don" Emenhiser, 93, of Maples, passed away on Saturday Oct 16th. Don was born to the late Harry and Agnes Emenhiser. Don served his country honorably in the US Army. He worked for 37 years as rural letter carrier, then as the Bus Garage manager and mechanic for Lutheran Schools for 10 years, before driving charter buses for another...

Robert Stoppenhagen

Robert Stoppenhagen

Oct 14, 2021

Robert "Bob" P. Stoppenhagen, age 79, passed away Thursday, October 14th, 2021 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Indianapolis, IN to the late Clarence and Violet Stoppenhagen. Robert graduated from Thomas Carr Howe High School in Indianapolis and then Indiana University, Bloomington. He was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity. He served as a Sergeant in the US...

James Brock

James Brock

Oct 14, 2021

James Robert Brock, age 81, of Columbia City, IN passed away October 14, 2021 in Fort Wayne. He was born August 8, 1940 in Kettle Island, KY, the 5th of 8 children of the late Fred and Catherine Brock. Later in his childhood, the family moved to Fort Wayne. Jim graduated from Arcola High School and later earned an associates...

Nancy Archer

Nancy Archer

Oct 14, 2021

Nancy F. Archer, age 85 , of Fort Wayne passed away Thursday, October 14th, 2021. She was born in Scobey, MT to the late Robert and Cecil Ferguson. Nancy enjoyed working with children as a music teacher for over 30 years at Forest Park Elementary School. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, the Bach Collegium, sang in the...

Beverly Linsky

Beverly Linsky

Oct 13, 2021

Beverly Louise Linsky, 68, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021. Born on June 20, 1953 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Beverly was a daughter of the late Glenn Earl and Geraldine Louise (Thomas) Linsky. She was the 6th child of 11th born to this union. This Ft. Wayne native was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day...

David Payne

David Payne

Oct 13, 2021

David Emmanuel Payne, 82, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Dupont Hospital. Born in Du Quoin Illinois, David was the son of the late Emmanuel and Adeline (Rainey) Payne. David served our country as a U.S. Navy veteran and continued to be patriotic throughout his life. He worked as an engineer for several companies prior to his retirement. David...

Helga Gonzalez-Castro

Helga Gonzalez-Castro

Oct 12, 2021

Helga Gonzalez-Castro, 54, passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at her home in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Bronx, New York on September 28, 1967. Most recently she worked as an administrative assistant at Purdue University Fort Wayne. Helga enjoyed painting and working with ceramics. She was loved by everyone that knew her and will be greatly missed....

Connie Wood

Connie Wood

Oct 12, 2021

Connie Faye (Emler) Wood, passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. Born August 3, 1951 in Licking County, Ohio. Connie was a daughter of the late John and Janice Emler. Connie had a generous and loving personality. Christmas time was her favorite time of year and her family was her main priority. Surviving...

James Cipollo

James Cipollo

Oct 12, 2021

James Walter Cipollo Jr., age 77, passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Union, NY to James and Buella Cipollo and attended Norwich High School, graduating in 1964. He retired in 2012 from the Fort Wayne Country Club and enjoyed photography. He is survived by his sons, David and John. He was preceded...

Donna Thomason

Donna Thomason

Oct 11, 2021

Donna Lee Thomason, 72, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 11, 2021 in Fort Wayne, IN. She worked in the restaurant industry until retiring in 2017. Donna enjoyed sewing, crocheting, gardening, and various arts and crafts. One of her greatest pleasures was at the pool with a good cold beer and her Saturday Sunday adventures with her good friend Mike...

Barbara Krick

Barbara Krick

Oct 8, 2021

Barbara Sue Krick, age 85 was called home by our Heavenly Father on October 8, 2021 due to an acute leukemia. She was born October 25,1935 to the late Dale and Willmah Busz and grew up in Garrett, IN. Barbara has inspired and brought joy to many with her musical talents on the piano, organ, and accordion. She has played...

Charles Baker

Charles Baker

Oct 7, 2021

Charles Baker, 77, of Fort Wayne, passed away Thursday, October 7, 2021 at his home. He was born in Hyden, KY and was the son to the late, Bentley Cox and Margaret Baker. Charles worked as a machine operator for Kunkle Valve and also as a self contractor and a truck driver. He enjoyed camping, sight-seeing, and most of all...

Eric Coates

Eric Coates

Oct 6, 2021

Eric Lamont Coates, age 49, passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2021 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Baltimore, MD on October 27, 1971. Eric served as the Minister of Music for Come As You Are Community Church and was also the founder of The Gospel Café Experience. He is survived by his mother, Doris E. Coates recently of Fort...

Isaac Weibel

Isaac Weibel

Oct 3, 2021

Isaac Weibel, 36, passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Isaac was a son of Benjamin and Janice Weibel. Isaac graduated from Northrop High School. Isaac was an extremely talented artist and loved drawing and making stone jewelry. He was a feature artist at Fae's Cabinet, and was often seen as a regular vender at...

David Karau

David Karau

Oct 3, 2021

David L. Karau, 86, passed away Sunday, October 3, 2021 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Norristown, PA to the late Theodore and Marion Karau. David worked as a project manager for Warehouser and Tri-West Packaging in California. He was a member of Gethsemane Lutheran Church. David loved playing guitar and singing folk songs, telling jokes,...

Ralph Herb

Ralph Herb

Oct 2, 2021

Ralph R. Herb, 98, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Golden Years Homestead Hospice. He was a graduate of South Side High School. Ralph honorably served his country during WWII in the U.S. Army for three and half years. After his service he enrolled at Valparaiso University under the GI bill. He graduated with a...

Richard Walker

Richard Walker

Oct 2, 2021

Richard "Dick" E. Walker III, passed away on Saturday, October 2nd. Born and raised in Fort Wayne, Dick graduated from Indiana University School of Business. He served honorably in the Air National Guard. Dick enjoyed sharing his love of the outdoors. He enjoyed going for bike rides, playing tennis, hiking trails throughout the US, or kayaking at the lake. Dick...

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