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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George E. Stone

George E. Stone

Dec 5, 2025

George E. Stone, 84, of Fort Wayne, went Home to the Lord, Friday, December 5, 2025 at home. He was born to the late George and Ella Mae (Fisher) Stone-Suggs on October 10, 1941 in Bethlehem, IN. He was a member of Waynedale Baptist Church. He worked at Hanna Brothers Drywall and Painting from 1960 until the late 1980’s. He...

Loraine May Lambert

Loraine May Lambert

Dec 3, 2025

Loraine Lambert, 85, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, in Fort Wayne. Born in Angola, Indiana, Loraine was the daughter of the late Wauhneta Marie Porter. She graduated from Metz High School. Loraine worked for many years as a proofreader at Moore’s Business Forms. She was a devoted wife to her late husband, Ralph Lambert, and a loving mother....

Sutton Allen Hamblin

Sutton Allen Hamblin

Dec 3, 2025

With unimaginable sadness, we share that Sutton Allen Hamblin, one day short of turning 2 years old, passed away unexpectedly on December 3rd, 2025. Born December 4th, 2023, Sutton brought so much light and joy to all who got the privilege to love him. Sutton was a wild boy who always found a way to make people laugh without even...

Morgan Ariale Miller

Morgan Ariale Miller

Dec 2, 2025

Morgan Ariale Miller, 38, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Morgan was the daughter of Herb Miller and Susan Kaiser. She graduated from Leo High School, class of 2005 Morgan was working as a Behavioral Health Technician with Allendale Behavioral Health, where her caring nature and desire to help others shone through....

Stephen Earl Heath II

Stephen Earl Heath II

Dec 2, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen E. Heath II, on December 2, 2025, at the age of 47. He was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on December 23, 1977. He is survived by his father, Stephen E. Heath (Brenda Lineberry); daughter, Chaeli Heath; half siblings, Nicholas Heath; Danny Heath both of Fort Wayne, Meagan...

Nancy Ann Mitchell

Nancy Ann Mitchell

Dec 1, 2025

Nancy Mitchell, 78, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025. Born on March 22, 1947, she was the daughter of the late John and Mildred Burris. Nancy was a dedicated worker who spent over forty years at Lambro's until its closing. She went on to work for the next 11 years at American Legion Post 296, where...

Stanley Robert Gorom Jr.

Stanley Robert Gorom Jr.

Dec 1, 2025

Stanley Robert “Stan” Gorom, Jr., 84, died peacefully, proceeding to his eternal home on Monday, December 1, 2025, in Fort Wayne. Born in Bryan, Ohio, Stan was the son of the late Stanley Robert Gorom, Sr. and Martha Marie (Lovetinsky) Gorom. Stan graduated from Bryan High School, where he lettered in baseball and basketball, and later attended The Ohio State...

Todd J Scheerer

Todd J Scheerer

Dec 1, 2025

Todd Scheerer, 87, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025, in Fort Wayne. He was born in North Manchester, Indiana to the late Richard and Lora Scheerer.

Todd graduated from Central High School in 1956. He proudly served in the Air Force from 1956-1961 and later joined the American Legion Post 499. He enjoyed his work at BF Goodrich for over...

Shannon Marie Baughman

Shannon Marie Baughman

Nov 30, 2025

Shannon Marie Baughman, 56, of Columbia City, passed away unexpectedly at home on November 30, 2025. She was born June 21, 1969.

She loved her family & friends, drawing, poetry, playing sports, playing candy crush, playing card games, collecting knickknacks, especially rabbits, gardening, decorating for the holidays & let's not forget her wine and Jack Daniel's and the list goes on...

David Michael Barrone

David Michael Barrone

Nov 30, 2025

David Michael Barrone, 73, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2025, in Hudson, Indiana. He was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

David was genuinely such a good man who cared for people and would help anyone in need. He was such a loving husband, father, and grandpa. He enjoyed to be outdoors where he would camp and go fishing. He was a...

Frederick M. Slyford

Frederick M. Slyford

Nov 30, 2025

Frederick “Fred” “Sly” M. Slyford, 76, of Fort Wayne, departed from this life on Sunday, November 30, 2025. He was born to the late Frederick John Grant and Dorothy Jean (Thompson) Slyford on March 8, 1949, in Port Huron, MI.

He graduated from South Side High School and IPFW with a degree in Civil Engineering. Fred retired from GTE/Verizon Communications in...

Margaret Spencer

Margaret Spencer

Nov 29, 2025

Margaret C. Spencer, age 81, passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025 in Fort Wayne, IN.  She was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Robert and Edith Dorsett.  Margaret spent her career as a quality control operator, and in her free time she loved working outside in her garden. Most of all she enjoyed time spent with her time family,...

Ronald E. Divelbiss

Ronald E. Divelbiss

Nov 28, 2025

Ronald E. Divelbiss, a beloved teacher and loving family man whose passion for science and the outdoors inspired generations of students, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 28, 2025, at 8:28 a.m. He was 85 years old.

Born in Huntington, Indiana, on September 14, 1940, Ron lived a full and meaningful life devoted to learning, nature, community, and especially his family.

In...

Mary E. King

Mary E. King

Nov 28, 2025

Mary E. King, age 70, passed away Friday, November 28, 2025, in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Detroit, MI to the late Warren and Elizabeth Ann King, and later resided in both Eugene, OR, and Fort Wayne, IN. Mary was a talented musician and artist, and loved to sing. She surrounded herself with friends in the theater and...

Daniel Holly

Daniel Holly

Nov 28, 2025

Daniel James Holly, 80, was born January 19, 1945, to Jeremiah and Loretta Holly. Endearingly called Danny in his younger years, he grew up on East Taber Street, the second youngest of eight. He sometimes told tales of childhood mischief but most fondly, and most frequently, recounted stories about Lady and her pups, protecting others from mistreatment, and the jobs...

Willow June Pickering

Willow June Pickering

Nov 27, 2025

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Willow June Pickering, born on November 27, 2025. Tragically, Willow's life was cut short on November 27, 2025, the same day she came into this world. Although Willow's time with us was brief, she brought immense joy and love to those around her. Her beautiful spirit touched the hearts of all...

Judy Bengel

Judy Bengel

Nov 25, 2025

Judy Bengel went to Heaven on November 25, 2025. She was born in New Kensington, PA on July 12, 1937, to Thomas and Pauline Mullica. She and her husband Don Bengel were childhood sweethearts who were married on July 14, 1956. They moved to Ft. Wayne, Indiana in 1971, with their five children. Judy had a variety of interests and...

Robert Preston Lott

Robert Preston Lott

Nov 23, 2025

Robert “Bob” or “Bobby” Lott passed away on Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 at 69 years old. His life and work took him to many destinations across the country, but he split the majority of his time between Livingston, Louisiana and DeMotte, Indiana. He worked as a carpenter and was a proud member of the Midwest Carpenters’ Union. He is survived...

Lauren Joy Dewitt

Lauren Joy Dewitt

Nov 23, 2025

Lauren Dewitt, 36, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed from this world into the next on November 23, 2025. She is survived by her children, Malachi and Brooke-Lynn, one granddaughter, Leilani, her parents Nancy Dewitt and Richard Dewitt, two sisters Sarah Kline(Jonathan), Renee Ayers and several nephews and niece. She is preceded in death by her Grandmother Dorothy Learn, who she...

Alex Shiriaev

Alex Shiriaev

Nov 23, 2025

It is with deep love and gratitude that we celebrate the life of Alex Shiriaev, 74, who passed away on November 23, 2025. Born on March 5, 1951, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Alex lived a remarkable life defined by hard work, ingenuity, and a presence impossible to forget. Alex graduated from North Side High School in 1970. Soon after, he...

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