Obituaries

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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Ruth Jones

Ruth Jones

Jul 4, 2020

Ruth Ann Jones, 72, passed away July 4, 2020 at her home in New Haven, IN. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late Harold McBride and Mary Hook. Ruth retired from United Technologies after 26 years of service. She enjoyed going on long car rides and shopping. Most of all, she will be remembered for the love and...

Shirley Wells

Shirley Wells

Jul 1, 2020

Shirley Alice Wells, 76, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2020 in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Fort Wayne to Alice Cline of Fort Wayne and the late, Ira Cline. Shirley worked over 30 years for North American Van Lines. She is survived by her husband, George Wells of Fort Wayne; sons, Steve (Angie) McCombs of Fort Wayne and...

Beth Schlorke

Beth Schlorke

Jun 29, 2020

Beth Ann Schlorke, 57, passed away Monday, June 29, 2020 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Kirksville, MO to Zelda Elmore of Kirksville, MO and the late Roger Elmore. Beth will be remembered for the love and care she demonstrated to her family. She attended Redeemer Baptist Church of New Haven. Beth is survived by her children, Kirsten Schlorke...

Randall Richards

Randall Richards

Jun 29, 2020

Randy Richards, 56, passed away Monday, June 29, 2020. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Randy was the son of the late Ronald Richards and Sandra Bradshaw who survives. Randy served our nation as a proud Marines veteran. Randy was survived by his wife Denise Richards, children, Tasha, Lacey, R.J.; and 4 grandsons. Service is 4 pm, Wednesday, July 8, 2020...

James Kees

James Kees

Jun 29, 2020

James C. Kees, 90, of Santee, SC, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2020. He was born in Harlan, IN, to Mary Lindemuth Kees and Charley Kees. He graduated from Harlan High School and was a partner on the family farm. He played professional softball and pitched in the World Softball Tournament on six different occasions. His hobbies were sports...

John Cunningham

John Cunningham

Jun 28, 2020

John Cunningham, 55, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday June 28th at home. John worked as a dispatcher at Omni Source in New Haven. He served honorably in the United States Army for 3 years. John enjoyed playing golf, watching the Texas Longhorns, and playing bass in the church band. Surviving relatives include his loving wife of 34 years,...

L.G. Halsey

L.G. Halsey

Jun 28, 2020

L.G. Halsey, 71, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2020. Born in Kendallville, Indiana, L.G. was the son of the late William "Fred" and Novella Halsey. L.G. loved music and was a disc jockey for many years. He found his calling at his last job at Mentor Inc. L.G. desired to help others in need and his passionate care, patience, and...

Louise Wolfe

Louise Wolfe

Jun 26, 2020

Louise Evelynn Wolfe, 91, of Fort Wayne, passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 at Heritage Park. Born in Columbia City on April 24, 1929, she was the only child of the late Herrold and Florence Hess. She married Maurice Wolfe on June 12, 1949. Louise enjoyed sewing, crafting, and attending Trier Ridge Community Church of God. She is survived by...

Mitchel Morrolf

Mitchel Morrolf

Jun 25, 2020

Mitchel D. Morrolf, 56, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2020 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Terry and Laurel Morrolf. As a child, Mitchel was taught the skill of welding and used it his entire life working as an independent welder and also teaching a welding instructional class at Ivy Tech...

Amanda Hoglund

Amanda Hoglund

Jun 24, 2020

Amanda L. Hoglund, 22, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2020. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Amanda attended North Side High School class of 2017. She had been working at Truth Inc. Tattoo shop. Anyone who knew Amanda quickly fell in love with her fun loving personality. She was a free spirit and just loved spending time with her family and...

Kyle Schriber

Kyle Schriber

Jun 23, 2020

Kyle Andrue Schriber, 17, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2020. Born in Sterling Illinois, Kyle was the son of Dustin and Sharon Schriber. Kyle was a senior at Leo High School where he played Rugby and was part of the two state championship teams. Kyle enjoyed playing Xbox, working on computers, and playing with his nieces and nephews. Also surviving...

Nathan Suárez

Nathan Suárez

Jun 20, 2020

Nathan P. Suárez, 50, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2020 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Chicago, IL to the late Fernando C. and Martha P. Suárez. Nathan worked as a medical assistant with United Interventional Pain Center and formerly of Austin Pain Management in Austin, TX. He was a former member of the Civil Air Patrol and in...

Scotty Crowell

Scotty Crowell

Jun 19, 2020

Scotty R. Crowell, 55, passed away Friday, June 19, 2020 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late, Ray and Sandra Crowell. Scotty was an avid fisherman, Harley Davidson motorcyclist, and enjoyed target shooting. He also was a dog enthusiast, and a skilled handyman never afraid of a project. Most of all he...

Diana Brandt

Diana Brandt

Jun 17, 2020

Diana Mae (Hutchens) Brandt of Auburn Indiana passed in the comfort of her home surrounded by those who meant so much to her on June 17, 2020. Born November 18, 1946 to William Andrew Sr. And Lois G (Clouse) Hutchens of Fort Wayne Indiana and raised on Elm Street with 5 siblings. Diana graduated Central High School. Retired from Super...

Elsie Anderson

Elsie Anderson

Jun 15, 2020

Elsie Marie Anderson, 79, passed away Monday, June 15, 2020 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Gar Creek, IN to the late Herman and Alma Lepper. Elsie loved caring for children as she provided daycare service in her home. She was an active member of Peace Lutheran Church and previously at Zion Lutheran Church. Elsie is survived by her...

Diana Wotnow

Diana Wotnow

Jun 14, 2020

Diana Kay (VanEvery) Wotnow, 52, passed into God's arms Sunday, June 14, 2020 after a long battle with COVID-19. She was born in Fort Wayne on February 3, 1968 to Jim and Susan (Stout) Van Every of Fort Wayne. Diana was a graduate of Northrop High School, class of 1986. She worked for 30 years at City Utilities Fort Wayne,...

Rusty Perrey

Rusty Perrey

Jun 13, 2020

Marcel "Rusty" A. Perrey, 76, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Rusty was the son of the late Marcel F. and Agnes Perrey. Rusty served our country in the US Army. He worked as an electrician with AEP for 32 years prior to his retirement. Rusty enjoyed going to car shows, races, and spending time...

Carol Clark

Carol Clark

Jun 12, 2020

Carol A. Clark (Miller), 76, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday June 12th, peacefully at home with her loving husband by her side. Carol worked at Lincoln Life, retiring in 2010 after 48 years. She enjoyed watching NCAA basketball, and football. Carol is survived by her husband of 42 years, Phil; daughter, Tami (Curt) Born; son, Scott (Holly) Clark;...

Mary Gold

Mary Gold

Jun 10, 2020

MARY LOU GOLD, 78, departed from this earth Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at home where she was loved. Born in Marion, Ala. on June 3, 1942, she was a daughter of the late Jack Sr. and Chaney Wims. During her early years she attended Central High School where she met her high school sweetheart, Wille B. Rozier, and later married....

Pamela Langohr

Pamela Langohr

Jun 10, 2020

Pamela Ann Langohr, 64, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Pamela was the daughter of the late Earl Marlowe Sr. and Margaret Marlowe who survives. Pamela was a factory worker during her working years at several companies. She attended Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Pamela enjoyed cooking, cleaning her home, traveling and spending time with her...

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