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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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Linda Meyer

Linda Meyer

Sep 10, 2020

Linda Sue Meyer, 70, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2020 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Lester Meyer and Dorothy Meyer of Fort Wayne who survives. Linda retired from Parkview after 20 years of service. She was a member of Trinity English Lutheran Church and will be remembered for being a devoted family member....

Carol Burt

Carol Burt

Sep 10, 2020

Carol Jean Burt, 93, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2020 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Mansfield, OH to the late Glenn and Esther Adams. Carol was a member of St. Joseph United Methodist Church and also the Kappa Kappa Sigma Sorority. She enjoyed her monthly Royal Rummy card group, her weekly bowling league, vacations and weekend trips, spending...

Phyllis Greener

Phyllis Greener

Sep 8, 2020

Phyllis Greener, 66, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne, and later worked as a senior office administrator for Edward Jones. She is survived by her cousin, Cindy Fischer; and numerous friends. There will be a private celebration of life at a later date. To sign the online guestbook, go to www.fairhavenfortwayne.com

Donald Davis

Donald Davis

Sep 7, 2020

Donald G. Davis, 71, passed away Monday, September 7, 2020 at Parkview Dekalb Hospital. He was born in Marion, IN to the late James Davis and Lois Dunn. Donald worked as a skilled laborer in the manufacturing industry. He proudly served his country as a member of the US Army during the Vietnam War. Donald was a member of the...

Lois Cichocki

Lois Cichocki

Sep 7, 2020

Lois Ann Cichocki, 68, passed away Monday, September 7, 2020. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Lois was the daughter of the late Otto and Leona Rinaker. Lois graduated from Concordia High School. During her working years, Lois worked for Fort Wayne National Bank and Atna Insurance Company. She enjoyed cooking, watching game shows, spoiling her granddaughter Katie, and being with...

Carolyn Kleinschmidt

Carolyn Kleinschmidt

Sep 7, 2020

Carolyn Sue Kleinschmidt, 81, passed away Monday, September 7, 2020 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Anderson, IN to the late Richard and Marie Roudebush. Carolyn worked as a legal secretary and most recently for the American Red Cross as an administrative assistant. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Carolyn is survived by her son, Brian Kleinschmidt...

Clarence Bush

Clarence Bush

Sep 7, 2020

Clarence D. Bush, 80, passed away Monday, September 7, 2020 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Keokee, VA to the late Clarence and Maude Elsie Bush. Clarence worked 35 years for the DANA Corporation and was a member of the Leo Masonic Lodge #224. He enjoyed watching Cubs baseball and I.U. basketball. Clarence is survived by his children, Vickie...

Mary Van Herle

Mary Van Herle

Sep 6, 2020

Mary Van Herle, 73, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2020. Mary will be deeply missed by her children Laura (john) and Eric (Caite). She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Michael (Chrissy), Amanda (Jake) Johnny, Jacob, and Lenny; and many stories of her life and love will be shared with her great-grandchildren Finn and Mason. Mary will be sadly...

Howard Parsons

Howard Parsons

Sep 6, 2020

Howard Stephen Parsons, 68, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2020. Born in Parkersburg, West Virginia, Howard was the son of the late William and Eloise Parsons. Howard attended Parkersburg Catholic High School and went on to graduate from the University of Notre Dame with his bachelor's degree in finance. He had a long career working for HC Starck in Coldwater,...

Russell Strome

Russell Strome

Sep 5, 2020

Russell Arthur Strome, 82, passed away, Saturday, September 5, 2020. Born in New Carlisle, Ohio, Russell was the son of the late Arthur and Sarah Strome. Russell earned his associates degree in music. He taught music for several years, prior to working at Elkhart Products Corp for over 30 years prior to his retirement. He was always active in the...

Dr. Ed Andrews

Dr. Ed Andrews

Sep 5, 2020

Dr. Ed Andrews Jr., 74, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2020 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Milford, Delaware to James Andrews and Edna Thomas. Ed graduated with his B.S. from the University of Delaware and later completed his PhD from NC State University. He worked as an engineer with the Research Triangle Institute of Raleigh,...

Ronald Hiatt

Ronald Hiatt

Sep 3, 2020

Ronald M. "Ron" Hiatt, 73, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2020. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Ron was the son of the late Merrill and Martha Hiatt. He graduated from Central High School. Ron worked with Fort Wayne Mold and Engineering for 33 years, prior to his retirement in 2018. He enjoyed target shooting, talking politics, along with spending time...

Angela Westfall

Angela Westfall

Sep 3, 2020

ANGELA (ANGIE) RENEE WESTFALL (DOBBS), 41, passed away peacefully Thursday, Sept. 3, 2020, at home surrounded by love and her soulmate's arms. Angie blasted into this universe in what she called her astronaut suit a mere 41 years ago. "If you knew her, you know she was of the stars as she shined brighter than a soul has ever shone."...

Steven Gibson

Steven Gibson

Sep 2, 2020

Steven A. Gibson, 28, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2020 in Indianapolis, IN. He was born in Las Vegas, NV to Donald Gibson and Tina (John) Djurdjevich. Steven worked as a CNC machinist at several northeast Indiana companies. He is also survived by his 3 daughters, Bayleigh, Sophia, and Briella; siblings, Cristina, Tiffany, John Jr., Rex, Rebecca, and Eddie; and...

Deloris Robinson

Deloris Robinson

Sep 2, 2020

Deloris M. Robinson, 87, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2020 in Columbia City, IN. She was born in New Haven, IN to the late Owen and Lucille Richhart. Deloris loved caring for her family as a homemaker and later worked for Coverall Rental where she retired after 10 years of service. She is survived by her children, Fred (Marsha) Robinson...

Thomas Schuller

Thomas Schuller

Aug 30, 2020

Thomas A. Schuller, 76, passed away Sunday, August 30, 2020. Thomas was born in Decatur, Indiana the son of the late Oscar and Norma Schuller. Thomas served our country as a U.S. Navy veteran for 26 years. While on active duty, he was on the submarine tender USS Holland in Rota, Spain. During his working career Thomas also worked with...

Polixeni Kaplanis

Polixeni Kaplanis

Aug 23, 2020

Polixeni Kaplanis, 90, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday August 23, 2020. Born in Itea-Florina, Greece, she moved to Fort Wayne, in 1955. Polixeni was a loving, wife, mother, and grandmother to her family. She loved gardening, flowers, and cooking for family and friends. She was a dedicated member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox...

Ronald Roemer

Ronald Roemer

Aug 21, 2020

Ronald E. "Ron" Roemer, 81, passed away Friday, August 21, 2020. Born in New Haven, Indiana Ron was the son of the late Earl and Margaret Roemer. Ron graduated from Concordia High School, and earned his bachelors degree from Indiana University in Physical Education. Ron served our country as a proud U.S. Marine Vietnam veteran. While in the Marines he...

Betty Heemsoth

Betty Heemsoth

Aug 20, 2020

Betty L. Heemsoth, 78, passed away Thursday, August 20, 2020 in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born to her parents Robert and Miriam Krout on January 14, 1942 in Arlington, OH. She grew up the eldest of five and attended Arlington High School. In 1960 she moved to Ft. Wayne to attend International Business College. She and her partner Stephen...

James Antil

James Antil

Aug 20, 2020

James Joseph "Jim" Antil, 77, died Thursday, August 20, 2020 at Parkview Hospital Randallia. Jim was the youngest child of the late Michael C. and Mary Antil's eight children. He was raised in upstate New York prior to moving to Indiana as a teenager. Jim graduated from Central Catholic, class of 1961. He married Lona Oddou in 1964, and they...

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