Netah L. Schmalz
Jan 18, 2026
Netah L. Schmalz, age 68, passed away January 18, 2026 in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Denver, CO, to the late Charles and Phyllis Armstrong. She worked in accounting as an office administrator. Netah is survived by her husband, Kenneth Schmalz; children, Charles Schmalz, Misty (Antwoin) Jackson, Stephanie Charles, and David (Alicia) Schmalz; 9 grandchildren; and two great-granddaughters....
Daniel Jay Beal
Jan 18, 2026
Daniel Jay Beal, age 68, passed away January 18, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Bozeman, Montana, to the late Ernest and Ethel Beal. Daniel worked his career as a construction superintendent in the Atlanta, GA area. He loved spending time outdoors, riding his motorcycle, and caring for his dogs.
Daniel is survived by his daughters, Lauren (Jorge)...
Kathy A. Eme
Jan 17, 2026
Kathy A. Eme, age 71, passed away January 17, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born at the Chanute Air Force Base in Champaign, IL, to the late Dale Graves and Mary Ann Graves, who survives. Kathy was a dedicated and loyal employee of Kelley Chevrolet for more than 40 years, serving faithfully as a warranty claims processor. She...
Gregory Leo Rocha
Jan 17, 2026
Gregory Leo Rocha, 61, of New Haven, passed away on Saturday January 17,2026 at his home. Greg was born in Toledo, OH and grew up in Akron. He graduated from Central Hower Highschool class of 1983.
He was an avid Browns fan and always cheered for Ohio State University. He loved sports of all kinds including NASCAR. Greg was a 1980’s...
John Howard Melton
Jan 17, 2026
John Howard Melton, 84, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026. He was born to the late Albert and Ruth (Price) Melton in Middlesboro, KY on March 17, 1941. John proudly served in the US Army. He was an excellent welder, fabricator, and mechanic. John enjoyed gardening, loved to cook and grilled the best BBQ. He was...
Shirley Ann Mackey
Jan 16, 2026
Shirley Ann Mackey (Tuck), 76, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on January 16, 2026 at home with family after bravely battling pancreatic cancer for 3 years. She was born March 11, 1949, in Portsmouth, Ohio, a daughter of the late Patricia and Harlow Tuck. Shirley was a loving wife, wonderful mother and devoted grandmother. She was a woman of...
Anne Vining Larson
Jan 15, 2026
Anne V. Larson, 82, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Berkeley, CA., passed away on Thursday, January 15th, 2026. Anne was born in Lafayette, IN to the late Leland and Ruth (Coby) Vining.
She earned her undergraduate degree from Purdue University and her master’s degree from William & Mary. Anne spent her career in elementary education.
She was previously a member of Blackhawk...
Alan Richard Behm
Jan 15, 2026
Alan Richard Behm, age 66, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born in Neenah, Wisconsin, Alan was a son of the late Vernon R. Behm and Gladys W. (Chapman) Behm. During his working years, Alan was entrusted with the care and maintenance of several downtown buildings, where he took great pride in ensuring they were...
Michael Todd Harris
Jan 13, 2026
Michael Todd Harris, age 55, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, Michael was a son of Michael and Sonja (Strength) Harris.
Michael was a graduate of Snider High School and went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from the University of Mobile in Alabama. Michael possessed...
David Trout
Jan 13, 2026
David L. Trout, age 63, passed away on January 13, 2026, at his home in Fort Wayne, IN. Born in Huntington, IN, he was the son of Donald and Helen Trout, who survive him. A graduate of South Side High School, David spent his career doing what he loved, cooking. He worked as a cook at Casa’s, where his talent...
Eileen Sharon Heminger
Jan 12, 2026
Eileen (Boyce) Heminger, the beloved daughter of Jeremiah (d. 1940) and Luella (Murray) Boyce (d.1985), passed away peacefully the evening of Monday, January 12, at her home surrounded by members of her family. Throughout her life, Eileen made it a point to bring joy and optimism to family and friends, always finding the best in everyone she encountered and finding...
Diana Susan Lohr
Jan 12, 2026
Diana Susan Lohr, age 68, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, January 12, 2026. She was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and lived a life rooted in love, faith, and family. She was a beloved daughter of the late Jerry Hettinger and Joy Hettinger, who survives her. Diana was a graduate of Northrop High...
Sharron Ann Jones
Jan 11, 2026
Sharron Ann Jones, 86, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on February 1, 1939, to the late Victor and Lois Slain.
Sharron is survived by her son, Lon (Melody) Jones; eight grandchildren, Beth (Matt) Janney, Corey (Jamie) Baker, Austin (Kelsey) Erler, Alyssa (Jeff) Reed, Caleb (Sarah) Baker, Morgan (Travis) Brooks, Markiah (Shania) Love,...
Joan M. Calhoun
Jan 10, 2026
Our beloved Joan M.Calhoun went home to be with Jesus at age 68, on January 10, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. Joan was a loving and faithful wife to her cherished husband, Thomas of 35 beautiful years of marriage. She adored him and was deeply grateful for the love, care, and devotion he showed her. Their marriage was a...
William Thoms
Jan 10, 2026
William Edward Thoms, age 64, passed away January 10, 2026, at his home in Fort Wayne. Bill held a deep allegiance to and love for his country throughout his life. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed watching western movies, and found his greatest joy in time spent with his family. Bill was a deeply loving and devoted husband, and he...
Duncan James Daniels
Jan 9, 2026
Duncan James Daniels was born sleeping on January 9, 2026. He will be dearly missed by his entire family.
Duncan is survived by his loving parents, Lindsey and Derek Daniels; maternal grandparents, Vicki and Don Swanson; paternal grandparents, Gary Daniels and Becky Carter, and Jake and Leslie Miller; sister, Lilian Daniels; and brother, Wyatt Daniels.
To honor the family's need for quiet...
Don Allan Heckber
Jan 9, 2026
Don A. Heckber, 83, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 9, 2026, in Fort Wayne. He was born in Ossian, Indiana, to the late Raymond and Mary Heckber. Don enjoyed working for Zollner Pistons, where he retired. He loved nature and appreciated traveling with his wife. He was a true farm man and loved his...
Daphanie Rae Perry
Jan 9, 2026
Daphanie Rae Perry, age 51, passed away on January 9, 2026 at her home in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Coldwater, MI, and worked in merchandising for Lewis Bakery. Daphanie will be remembered for the deep love and unwavering care she poured into her family. She found joy in cooking for those she loved, and her meals were...
Joseph Leo Thomas
Jan 9, 2026
Joseph L. Thomas, 80, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026, at The Cedars. He was born on September 24, 1945 in Paulding, Ohio to the late Isaac and Mabel Thomas. Joseph received multiple college degrees and worked for GTE phone company. Before retiring to the family farm, he served as a telecommunications consultant in Europe. He was an avid...
Earnestine Sykes
Jan 9, 2026
Earnestine Sykes, age 81, passed away January 9, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Marion, Alabama to the late General Jackson and Fannie Burnett. Earnestine owned and operated her own childcare business. She will be remembered for the selfless love she showed the children she cared for. Earnestine was a...
