Janet Pape
May 31, 2021
Janet Louise Pape,83, drew her last breath on Monday, May 31, 2021, with her family at her bedside, reminiscing her life well lived. Born April 13, 1938, she was a beloved friend, sister, mother and nana to her family. Stories spoked were like, the bus driver telling the other kids to quiet up so the "Camp twins" could sing. They...
Mary Dray
May 31, 2021
Mary B. Dray, 62, passed away Monday, May 31, 2021 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Jerry and Lowanda Taylor who survives. Mary worked for Azar's, the Crown Group, and most recently in human relations for Centennial Wireless for 14 years. She was an avid Notre Dame fan. She is survived by her children,...
Bill "Dicey" Zemaitis Sr.
May 30, 2021
Bill "Dicey" Zemaitis Sr., 86, of Fort Wayne, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2021 at his home. He was born in Westland, PA to the late Stanley and Anna Zemaitis. Bill worked over 50 years as a bricklayer with the BAC Local #4 Merriville, IN Chapter. He proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army during the...
Sandra Moyer
May 29, 2021
Sandra Colleen Moyer, 84, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 29, 2021 in hospice care at Parkview Randallia. Born in Ridgeville, Indiana on January 23, 1937, Sandra was a daughter to the late Clarence and Stella Hotmire. Sandra was a devoted wife, loving mother, and caring grandmother/great grandmother to her family. After raising her children, Sandra obtained her GED and became...
Robert Brown
May 28, 2021
R. Todd Brown, 52, passed away on Friday, May 28, 2021. He greatly loved his wife and daughters. Known as the "IBC guy," he was an inspiration to high school students and teachers alike. He as a hard worker, and loved to help others. He enjoyed fossil hunting, Nerf gun wars, "Yard Ball" volleyball, grilling meals for family and friends,...
Carol Kreienbrink
May 26, 2021
Carol M. Kreienbrink, 88, passed away May 26, 2021 (a day after her 88th birthday) at Grey Stone Health and Rehabilitation Center, Fort Wayne, IN. She was born May 25, 1933 in Fort Wayne to Ralph and Louise Kroemer. She was married to Eddie A. Kreienbrink. She is survived by her four daughters, Deborah Gaige of Toledo, OH, Cindy (Michael)...
Sandra Bradshaw
May 26, 2021
Sandra Louise "Sandy" Bradshaw, 80, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2021. Born in Coalfield, Tennessee, Sandra was the daughter of the late William and Ruth Rose. She worked for General Electric for 32 years, prior to her retirement. Sandy had a strong faith in her Lord and Savior Jesus. She absolutely loved her children, grandchildren, and her siblings. Sandy and...
Gary Dunno
May 25, 2021
Gary N. Dunno, 70, of Fort Wayne passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at his home after a brave and courageous battle with ALS. He was born in Van Wert, OH to the late Earl Dunno and Dulcie Simpson and was a 1969 graduate of Van Wert High School. Gary retired from United Telephone and was a lifetime member of...
Candyace Townsend
May 25, 2021
The Celebration of Life of CANDYACE SHARIS TOWNSEND Shari's Townsend was born May 21, 1985 to Shawn Townsend and Harrison Martin Jr. in St. Paul Minnesota. At age 36, she departed this life on May 25, 2021. Candyace was a loving mother, daughter, sibling, niece, auntie , friend, and proud Glam'Ma. She was a true definition of a DIVA! She...
Anivea Johnson
May 23, 2021
Anivea Marie Johnson,18, passed away Sunday, May 23, 2021 at her home in Huntertown, IN. She was born in Fort Wayne to Michael Johnson and Melissa Meyers both of Fort Wayne. Anivea recently graduated from Carroll High School. She enjoyed photography and spending time with her family. Anivea is also survived by her siblings, Alyssa Johnson, Dylan Bennett, Devin Bennett,...
Joe Strickland
May 22, 2021
Joe Strickland, 56, passed away Saturday, May 22, 2021 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Cleveland, OH to the late Marjorie Alvarado. Joe worked over 20 years at Franke Plating Works as a metal finisher. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Eileen Strickland; children, Samantha Strickland, and Patrick (Hali Guingrich) Strickland all of...
Donald Williams
May 21, 2021
Donald R. Williams, 80, passed away Friday, May 21, 2021 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Cloudy, OK to the late Calvin and Lee Oda Williams. Don proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy. He worked for the City of Los Angeles DWP as an electrical lineman for over 32 years. Don loved the Lord,...
Michael Cooke
May 16, 2021
Michael A. Cooke, 40, passed away Sunday, May 16, 2021 unexpectedly in Philadelphia, PA. He was born in Cincinnati, OH on January 27,1981. Michael worked as a mover with Here to There Movers. He is survived by his wife, Angela Cooke; children, Jason Lee North Jr., Danielle Holbrook, Kaylaa Fisher, Mason Cooke, and Sir Niccolaas Cooke; brother, Jaime; and sister...
Dorothy Konow
May 15, 2021
Dorothy Jean Konow, 90, passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021. Born on the family farm in Hoagland, Indiana, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Herman and Christina Mailand. She graduated from Hoagland High School, class of 1949. Dorothy absolutely loved her job of 29 years as a school bus driver. After her career with Fort Wayne Lutheran Schools and...
Elizabeth Kimbler
May 15, 2021
Elizabeth Corrien "Beth" Kimbler, 49, formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021 in Auburndale, Florida. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Beth was a daughter of the late Flynn and Janice Kennedy. Beth's perfect day would be on the water watching marine life and seeing her favorite animal in the world, the killer whale "or Orca." Beth just...
Marilyn Rayl
May 13, 2021
Marilyn A. Rayl, 92, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 13, 2021. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Marilyn was the daughter of the late Glenn and Lola Miller. Marilyn worked in the emergency department at Parkview Hospital for over 20 years. She enjoyed watching the sunrises over the lake, wildlife, religious reading, and listening to the old traditional hymns. Surviving...
Juanita Anderson
May 13, 2021
Juanita "Janie" Anderson, 82, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021. Born in Dallas, Texas, Janie was the daughter of the late Juan and Josephine Pena. Janie worked at General Electric for 31 years, prior to her retirement. She enjoyed crocheting, camping, and bowling. Janie was a loving wife, devoted mother, caring grandmother to her family. Surviving are her husband of...
Jason Wynn
May 12, 2021
Jason M. Wynn, 47, of Leo, IN passed away Wednesday,, May 12th, 2021 at his home. He was born in Hollywood, FL to Medford and Lynn Wynn of Leo, IN. Jason loved to travel, he was a carpenter and later spent time in Asia teaching English. He is also survived by his children, Jacob, Rena, Iris, and Clyde; and siblings,...
Chad Hood
May 12, 2021
Chad C. Hood, 49, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2021 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Finley Hood and Pamela Hood, who survives, of Fort Wayne. Chad worked as a pharmacy technician with Neighbor Care (Omni Care) and most recently at Lutheran Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Marcia Hood of Fort Wayne;...
William Mincoff
May 11, 2021
William J. "Bill" Mincoff, 63, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at Lutheran Hospital. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Bill was the son of the late William and Eldora Mincoff. Bill graduated from Paul Harding High School. He served our country as a U.S. Navy veteran. In his youth he enjoyed fishing and reading. Bill enjoyed playing his guitar, and...
