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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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Roger Myers

Roger Myers

Apr 26, 2021

Roger K Myers, 96, passed away on Monday April 26th at Lutheran Life Village in Kendallville. Roger was born in Coldwater, Ohio on November 16th 1924. After graduating from Coldwater High School he entered the US Army Aircorp to serve in WWII along with his 3 brothers and a brother-in-law. After being honorably discharged he attended International Business College where...

Shane Nguyen

Shane Nguyen

Apr 25, 2021

Mr. Shane Van Nguyen, "John" or "Trong", died unexpectedly on April 25, 2021 in Fort Wayne, Indiana at the age of 55. Shane is survived by his loving wife, Thuy Don Nguyen; two sons, Ethan Nguyen and Noah Nguyen, of Fort Wayne, Indiana; and nine siblings. Shane is preceded in death by his mother and father, both of Ban Me...

Nancy Klopfenstein

Nancy Klopfenstein

Apr 24, 2021

Nancy L. (Wuethrich) Klopfenstein, age 100, passed away April, 24, 2021 in Leo, IN. Nancy was born in Francesville, IN, to the late John and Mary Wuethrich. Nancy and her late husband, William, were the founders of Klopfenstein Furniture, Inc., Leo, IN. She was a member of the Leo Apostolic Christian Church. She is survived by her children, John (Linda)...

Edward "Chip" Nelson Zeimet

Edward "Chip" Nelson Zeimet

Apr 22, 2021

Edward "Chip" Nelson Zeimet, 66, passed away Thursday, April 22, 2021 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Evanston, IL to the late Edward Zeimet and Ruth Zeimet nee Nelson. Chip was a 1973 Graduate of Snider High School. He was a machinist for many years before joining his brothers and later son in the industrial battery Industry. Chip...

William Webster

William Webster

Apr 13, 2021

William B. Webster, age 83, of Fort Wayne, passed away April 13, 2021 at home after battling cancer for a very short time. Bill worked hard his entire life building and owning several businesses. His favorite past time was designing and building his landscaped yard which included a beautiful Koi pond. He is survived by the love of his life...

Timothy Anglin

Timothy Anglin

Apr 13, 2021

Timothy D. Anglin, 61, passed away April 13, 2021 in Leo, IN. Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements.

Robert Williams

Robert Williams

Apr 12, 2021

Robert Irvin Williams, 77, passed away Monday, April 12, 2021. Born in Corpus Christi, Texas, Robert was the son of the late Charles and Ruth Williams. Robert graduated from Englewood High School in Jacksonville, Florida and earned several degrees while in college. Robert served our country as a proud US Air Force Vietnam War veteran. Following his military service, Robert...

Sheila Shipp

Sheila Shipp

Apr 11, 2021

Sheila Michelle Shipp, 40, transitioned home to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at her home in Fort Wayne. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to Delbert and Martha Shipp of Fort Wayne. Sheila loved children and was a gifted teacher. She taught at La Petitie Academy and Kingdom First Children's Church where she was...

Clara Verhey

Clara Verhey

Apr 11, 2021

Clara Marie VerHey, 79, went home to her Lord on Sunday, April 11, 2021. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Raymond and Ruth Stoepker. Clara was a 1960 graduate of Crestview High School in Grand Rapids and went on to be a driver for several companies, including taxi services and the Fort Wayne PTC bus company....

Bruce Furniss

Bruce Furniss

Apr 3, 2021

Bruce A. Furniss, 73, passed away Saturday, April 3, 2021. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, he was the son of the late Stanley and Charlene (Wilson) Furniss. Bruce proudly served our country as a Vietnam Veteran. Bruce is survived by his wife, Susan Furniss; along with many other close family members and friends. A Celebration of his life will be...

James Paige

James Paige

Apr 3, 2021

James Arthur Paige, 76, passed away Saturday, April 3, 2021. Born in Browns, Alabama, James was a son to the late Arthur James and Mary Lee Paige. James served our country as a U.S. Army Vietnam veteran. During his working years, James was a mechanic. He enjoyed taking care of his property, walking, sitting on the porch with his dogs,...

Carmen Knight

Carmen Knight

Apr 3, 2021

Carmen Ruth "Connie" (Fairfield) Knight,89, left this world at 6:10 AM on April 3, 2021 at Hope Hospice House in Fort Myers, Florida. Connie was gifted to Wallace, and Agnes Fairfield on July 10, 1931 in Crawfordsville, Indiana. She married James E. Knight on February 2nd in 1951. Carmen (Connie), and James (Jim) were man and wife for 59 years...

Robert Lindsey

Robert Lindsey

Apr 2, 2021

Robert "Bobby" Lindsey Jr., 29, passed away Friday, April 2, 2021. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Bobby was a son of Robert Lindsey Sr. and Thelma Lindsey who survive. Bobby graduated from New Haven High School, class of 2010. He had been an automotive mechanic for KOPO. Bobby enjoyed working on his car, roller skating, racing, and video games. He...

Donald Reese

Donald Reese

Apr 2, 2021

After fighting incredible odds, Donald Robert Reese joins the lord having peacefully passed away on April 2, 2021. On Jan 23, 1965, Don was born and then raised in Marion, IN. His parents, Phil & Donna (Devor) Reese preceded him in death. Don was a standout vocalist and early musical success. By the time he was 20, he had been...

James Reynolds

James Reynolds

Apr 1, 2021

James Reynolds Jr., 80, passed away Thursday, April 1, 2021. Born in Twiggs County, Georgia, James was a son of the late James Sr. and Cleo Reynolds. James and his wife Lula moved to Fort Wayne in search of a better life. James worked for PTC for over 26 years, serving as a mechanic and painter. James had the honor...

Cheryl Tafoya

Cheryl Tafoya

Mar 29, 2021

Cheryl Lee (Knight) Tafoya, 54, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2021. Cheryl loved hanging with her grandsons, and her friends. She enjoyed reading and her job. She is survived by her daughter, Cree (Coty) Tremblay; grandchildren, Levi, Jasper, Ezrael; siblings, Cindy (Paul) Griebel, Deb (Ed) Cooper, Sandy (Ron) Crismore, Lisa (Carl) Knight-Hunter; life long friends, Kari Prince, Kathy Herman,...

Katelynn Williams

Katelynn Williams

Mar 28, 2021

Infant Katelynn William, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2021. Katelynn was the daughter of Noah and Valaree Williams. Burial Service will be 1 pm, Monday, April 5, 2021 at Concordia Cemetery Gardens in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Breanna Vire

Breanna Vire

Mar 27, 2021

Breanna Michelle Vire, 30, passed away Saturday, March 27, 2021 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late Michael Maxson and Judi Fisher of Fort Wayne, who survives. Breanna worked as an office administrator for William C. Weber and Associates and formerly the director of the Alzheimer's unit at University Nursing at Upland, IN. She attended...

David Foster

David Foster

Mar 26, 2021

David C. Foster Sr, 61, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away Friday March 26th, 2021. He was born in Tuscaloosa, AL to the late Dock and Mildred Foster. Dave proudly served in the United States Army for twenty-one years during the Bosnian/Croatian and Dessert Storms wars. One of the military assignments led Dave, Angie and family to Fort Wayne, IN...

Dean Maggart

Dean Maggart

Mar 25, 2021

Dean L. Maggart, 71, passed away Thursday, March 25th, 2021 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Wolf Lake, IN to the late Gerald Maggart and Virginia Stout, who survives of Columbia City, IN. Dean worked 34 years as a railroad conductor for Norfolk Southern. He proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army. Dean loved working...

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