Ivin J. Craven Sr.
Mar 7, 2026
Ivin J. Craven, Sr., age 82, passed away on March 7, 2026, at his home in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in High Point, NC, to the late Ivan Jesse and Mary Craven. Ivin proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. After his service, he worked at Water Furnace of Fort Wayne for...
Elizabeth A. Harris
Mar 6, 2026
Elizabeth Alitza Harris (Corky), age 55, went to be with the Lord on March 6, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. She was held by her children as she transitioned into Heaven.
Elizabeth owned and operated her own beauty salon, Lizziebella’s Hair Design, for over 13 years. She believed her business was where she was able to minister. She established a clientele...
Jeanette Ilene Bearfield
Mar 5, 2026
Jeanette Ilene Bearfield (Allison) passed away on Thursday March 5, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was 77 years old. Jeanette was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on September 10, 1948, to James Allison and Ruby Allison (Storey). She was the oldest of the "Allison 12" that was soon to come. She worked at Lutheran Hospital on Fairfield Avenue for...
Carol Mae Scherer
Mar 4, 2026
Carol Scherer of Fort Wayne, Indiana, went home to the Lord surrounded by her family on March 4, 2026. She was born in Avon Lake, Ohio, on September 4, 1932, and graduated in 1950 from Rocky River High School in Rocky River, Ohio. At age 18, Carol married the love of her life, Albert E. Scherer, on October 20, 1950....
D.R. Murphy, AKA Murph
Mar 4, 2026
D.R. Murphy, 70 AKA Murph, MRFDOG, Owner of McMurphy’s Rock & Roll Restaurant passed peacefully on March 4th, 2026, with his beloved wife Shari by His Side. Murph was born July 12th, 1955 the youngest of 5 children born to the late George and Elenora Murphy. When Murphy was around 5 years old, he met a Neighbor boy named Al....
Elaine Marie Eckhardt
Mar 4, 2026
Elaine M. Eckhardt, 69, of Kendallville, IN passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Arrangements by FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Susan Carol Snell
Mar 3, 2026
Susan Snell, 83, ran into the arms of her Savior on March 3, 2026. Susan was born in Fort Wayne to the late Alvin and Geraldine (Follis) Pratt. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Joan (Don) Kline, and brother David Pratt.
Susan married the love of her life, David, in 1964. She is survived by daughters Kimberley (Chris)...
Nancy Sue Mahan
Mar 3, 2026
Nancy S. Mahan, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Nancy was the daughter of the late Carl and Janet Ostermeier. She married the love of her life, Richard “Dick” Mahan, and together they shared 68 beautiful years of marriage. They met as teenagers at church camp through...
Glenn Stewart
Mar 2, 2026
Glenn Stewart, 71, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on March 2, 2026. Born and raised in Fort Wayne, Glenn carried the pride of his hometown with him throughout his life. A proud graduate of Southside High School, Glenn was known for his love of basketball. He played the game with heart and passion, and his love for it never...
Richard "Dick" D. Cook
Mar 2, 2026
Richard “Dick” D. Cook, 89, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026. He was born to the late Elmer C. and Esther Ruth (Mow) Cook in Rochester, IN on February 5, 1937. He graduated from Richland Center High School. Dick started his career as a meat cutter at Kroger, and then owned two grocery stores Cook’s Super...
Linda Kay Hopper
Mar 2, 2026
Linda Kay Hopper, 86, of New Haven, passed away on March 2, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family. Linda was born on February 7, 1940, in Lima, OH, to Harold and Katherine Dodge. Linda spent her entire life helping and serving others. She retired from St. Joseph Hospital after 40-plus years of service. She cultivated lifelong friendships at...
Rita Marie St. Clair
Mar 1, 2026
Rita Marie (Pelletier) St. Clair of Angola, IN, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on June 19, 1951, in Queens, New York, to the late Aldrick and Rita Pelletier. Marie worked at the Angola Coin Laundry for many years and had a great love for her family, garage sales, and bingo. She is...
Robert L. Sweet
Mar 1, 2026
Robert "Nick" L. Sweet, age 69, passed away March 1, 2026 in Columbia City, IN. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late G. Robert and Barbara Sweet. Nick was a man whose life was defined by devotion, especially to his family. He proudly served his country as a member of the US Navy. Nick worked tirelessly as a...
Matthew David Jones
Feb 27, 2026
Matthew David Jones passed away unexpectedly due to a tragic car accident, on February 27, 2026 in Fort Wayne, IN at the age of 21.
Born on December 13, 2004 to Jeff & Susan Jones, Matthew was known for his infectious personality and constant drive to be the absolute best that he could be. At the time of his death Matthew...
Briella Armstrong
Feb 26, 2026
Briella Kay Armstrong, 8 years old, passed away on February 26, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Briella loved to dance and sing. She was filled with joy when she was able to run around outside and play with her siblings. She also dearly loved her friends at school and enjoyed spending time with them. Briella is survived by her dad,...
Steve Mueller
Feb 26, 2026
Steve Mueller, 59, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026. He was born to Martha (Teders) and the late James Mueller on May 5, 1966. He graduated from East Noble High School and was the sectional wrestling champion in 1984. He was an avid and talented golfer and enjoyed bowling with his buddies in the off-season. Steve...
Donald Paul Schuessler
Feb 26, 2026
Donald Paul Schuessler, 73, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Bremerton, WA, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026. He was born to the late Harold Fred and Vera Beatrice (Loeber) Schuessler on April 28, 1952 in Gross Pointe Farms, MI. He graduated from the University of Michigan School of Business. Donald retired from his private CPA business. He was a...
Jocelyn Claire McCoy
Feb 25, 2026
Mrs. Jocelyn Claire "Jocy" McCoy (née Wretzky), age 92, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born on November 23, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois, she lived a life dedicated to education, family, and community. Jocelyn graduated from George Rogers Clark High School in Gary, Indiana, in 1951. She pursued higher education at Indiana University Bloomington and...
Steven Edward Brookhart
Feb 25, 2026
Steve Brookhart, 74, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, in Fort Wayne. He was born in Decatur, Indiana to the late Gilbert and Maryanna Brookhart. Steve proudly served his country as a US Navy Veteran. He loved to be outdoors and had a strong passion for hunting, fishing, playing golf and pickleball. He set an example of hard work...
Dale Paul Pequignot
Feb 25, 2026
Our favorite rock-n-roller, Dale Paul Pequignot, 79, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. He was born to the late John A. and Birnelle A. (Urbine) Pequignot on May 24, 1946 in Fort Wayne.
As drummer and lead singer of the Junk Yard Band, Dale and his band mates entertained the community for close to 50 years, making...
