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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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Sherri Flora

Sherri Flora

Jul 30, 2021

Sherri Ann Flora, 57, passed away Friday, July 30, 2021 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late George Kerr and Margie Chalmers, who survives, of Fort Wayne. Sherri worked as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant for Dr. Cheryl Lampe, D.D.S., and most recently as a worship leader. She is a faithful member of Elevate City...

Denise King

Denise King

Jul 29, 2021

Denise Lynn (Harmeyer) King, 64, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 29, 2021. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Denise a daughter of the late James and Irene Harmeyer. Denise worked in the food service industry during her working years. She was a member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church. She enjoyed NASCAR, gardening, reading, playing games and...

Bryant Davis

Bryant Davis

Jul 28, 2021

Bryant Tyrone Davis, 55, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Bryant was a son of Booker T. Davis Sr. and Cora (Davis) Jordan. Bryant owned his own business and enjoyed being a realtor over the years. He was a member of Tree of Life Missionary Baptist Church. He enjoyed...

Richard Hambrock

Richard Hambrock

Jul 26, 2021

Richard O. Hambrock peacefully left this world on Monday July 26, 2021. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Richard was fondly known as Gman for the last 25 years by his family. It can be honestly said that he spread joy and happiness wherever he was during his 90+ years with us. He will be joining...

Jean Oser

Jean Oser

Jul 26, 2021

Jean Ann (Kintigh) Oser, 79, passed away Monday, July 26, 2021 at Coventry Meadows in Fort Wayne. Born in Lansing, Michigan, Jean a daughter to the late Lowell and Mary Kay Kintigh. Jean earned her bachelor's degree from Miami of Ohio and her master's degree in social work from the University of St. Francis. Jean and her close friend Mary...

Lesa Langston

Lesa Langston

Jul 25, 2021

Lesa Ann Langston, 64, of Fort Wayne passed away Sunday, July 25, 2021 in Fort Wayne. She was born Elizabethtown, KY she was the daughter of the late John and Vesta Williams. Lesa worked 30 years at Polaroid ID Systems and more recently was the owner of Abstract Hair and Nail Studio where she worked as a receptionist for the...

James Konkle

James Konkle

Jul 22, 2021

James A. Konkle Sr., 77, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Thursday July 22, 2021. James was an accomplished athlete, Tool and Die Maker, owner of Georgetown Footwear and Maplewood Hairdressers. He is survived by his sons, James Jr. (Sheryl), and Joshua (Emily); 6 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; siblings, Leslie R. (Marta), Rev. S....

David Wilkins

David Wilkins

Jul 17, 2021

David Bruce "Dave" Wilkins, 78, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2021. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on May 24, 1943, Dave was the son of the late David V. and Jane (Williamson) Wilkins. Dave graduated from North Side High School in 1961, and was a retired hair stylist. Dave was a long time Toastmaster, Parliamentarian and...

Amber Croteau

Amber Croteau

Jul 17, 2021

Amber M. Croteau, 49, of Fort Wayne, passed away at her home on Saturday, July 17th, due to complications from Covid-19. Amber will be dearly missed by her family and all of those who knew her. She is survived by her son, Caleb; daughter, Desiree; mother, Amy Fowler; and her grand daughter Brooklyn. Per Amber's request, no services will be...

Marcella Maddox

Marcella Maddox

Jul 14, 2021

Marcella "Marcy" Maddox, 93, died Wednesday, July 14, 2021. She was born in Pennsylvania on December 8, 1927 to the late Joseph and Stella Havlock. Marcy married Gene Maddox in 1948, the couple moved to Fort Wayne and had 68 years of marriage. They were members of St. Joseph Methodist Church. Marcy is survived by sons, Darrell (Susan) Maddox of...

William Bebon

William Bebon

Jul 14, 2021

William Joseph Bebon, 77, of New Haven, IN, passed away Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at his home. He was born in New Hyde Park, NY to the late Frank and Virginia Bebon. William proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was an owner/manager in the automotive sales industry. William is...

Barbara Hyre

Barbara Hyre

Jul 13, 2021

Barbara L. Hyre, 80, of Spencerville, IN passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2021 in Fort Wayne. She was born July 13, 1941 in Leo, IN to the late Harold and Leora Wertman. Barbara retired from the former Sheller-Globe as a Computer Room Manager for over 30 years. She loved knitting, playing the organ, traveling, and most of all spending time...

Barbara Barrett

Barbara Barrett

Jul 13, 2021

Barbara Jeanne Barrett, 96, passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2021. Barbara was a devoted wife, loving mother, and caring grandmother, great-grandmother, and great great grandmother to her family. While serving as a WWII US Navy veteran, she met her husband of 65 years, who was also a Navy veteran. She enjoyed making crafts, and crocheting. She performed charity work well...

Arthur Keller

Arthur Keller

Jul 12, 2021

Arthur "Raymond" Keller Sr., 92, passed away Monday, July 12, 2021. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Raymond was the son of the late Arthur and Edith (Robbins) Keller. Raymond and his father owned and operated Arthur Keller Machine Works. Raymond also worked for Zollner Piston for over 30 years prior to his retirement. Raymond was a member of Trinity Evangelical...

Debra Hartman

Debra Hartman

Jul 9, 2021

Debra Ruth Hartman, 67, passed away Friday, July 9, 2021. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Debra was a daughter of the late Dale and Vivian Brown. She worked for Tokheim for 7 years. Debra was a devoted wife, caring mother, and cherished taking care of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her creative, thoughtful and giving personality allowed her to create and...

Clara Fink

Clara Fink

Jul 9, 2021

Clara, the loving mother and rock of the family died July 9th 2021.Born in southern Indiana she lived most of her life in Fort.Wayne and worked 39 years at Seyfert Food. Surviving is a son, Gary Fink of Ft.Wayne; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, William Fink and daughter Debra Jones. FairHaven Funeral Home...

Martha Rasor

Martha Rasor

Jul 9, 2021

Martha Belle Rasor, 89, passed away Friday, July 9, 2021. Martha was born on October 12, 1931 a daughter of the late Charles and Esther (Garlinger) Poling. She graduated from North Side High School class of 1949. Martha was a loving mother, and caring grandmother to her family. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church. Martha enjoyed quilting,...

Patricia Quinones

Patricia Quinones

Jul 8, 2021

Patricia Sandra Quinones, 53 , of Fort Wayne passed away Thursday, July 8, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Chicago, IL she was the daughter of the late Ramon and Debora Quinones. Patricia was the owner and operator of La Raza Unida where she helped the hispanic community with legal services. She is survived by her...

Beverly Kerr

Beverly Kerr

Jul 7, 2021

Beverly Sue Kerr of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, July 7, 2021. Born on January 13, 1954 to James (Max) Snodgrass and Barbara Snodgrass. Bev graduated from Ivy Tech with an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy and also earned degrees in Massage Therapy and Prayer Counseling. Her heart was big and she shared it with everyone she met....

Donald Archer

Donald Archer

Jul 7, 2021

Donald Paul "Don" Archer, 62, passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2021. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Don was the son of the late John Archer and Carolyn Bobay who survives. Don graduated from Paul Harding High School. Don was a CNC mill operator and tool maker during his working career. He owned and operated Artech Machine prior to working for...

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