Lavelle Essex
Dec 21, 2019
Lavelle J. Essex, 86, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2019 at her home in Fort Wayne surrounded by her family. She was born in Indianapolis, IN to the late James Stearns and Leona Krieg. Lavelle worked 36 years for GTE as a telephone operator. She was an active member of Fort Wayne Metaphysical Chapel and the South Side High School...
Michael R. "Satch" Sanders
Dec 19, 2019
Michael R. "Satch" Sanders, 71, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born on June 18, 1948, the son of Roy and Margaret Sanders who preceded him in death. He was a 1966 graduate of Edgerton High School and then earned his bachelor's and master's degrees from...
David Cole
Dec 18, 2019
David Gerald "Dave" Cole, 86, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2019. Born in Decatur, Indiana, Dave was the son of the late Gerald and Mildred Cole. He graduated from Decatur Jr. Sr. High School. Dave served our country as a US Air Force veteran. He owned and operated Dave Cole Photography for over 50 years. He was a member of...
Paul Berry
Dec 16, 2019
Paul D. Berry, 66, passed away Monday, December 16th, 2019 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Duckworth and Mona Lou Berry. Paul worked as a car salesman for over 30 years with several local car dealerships. He will be remembered for his love of fishing and playing cards. Paul is survived by his daughters,...
James Thompson
Dec 16, 2019
James Charles Thompson, 33, passed away Monday, December 16, 2019. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, James was the son of Ralph and Kimberly Thompson. James graduated from Northrop High School. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, and watching the San Francisco 49ers. Surviving also are his grandparents; Kenneth and Virginia Koenig, and James D. Thompson; along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins....
Trevor Frye
Dec 15, 2019
Trevor Eugene Frye Sr., 92, passed away Sunday, December 15, 2019. Born in Sharon, PA, Trevor was the son of the late Charles and Katherine Frye. Trevor was the owner of ABC Window Cleaning for many years. He also worked for Essex Wire for 13 years, and served at Walmart for 17 years in the lawn and garden dept. Trevor...
Leatitia Tchamala
Dec 15, 2019
Leatitia Tchamala, 29, passed away Sunday, December 15, 2019. She was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo to Faustin Tchamala and Jeanne Gasenga who survive. She is survived by her children, Daisy Muhigirwa, Stacey Muhigirwa, and Ethan Muhigirwa. Service is 2 pm, Friday, December 27, 2019 at FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 6557 N. Clinton St., with calling...
Megan Diettrich
Dec 15, 2019
Megan Nicole Diettrich, 36, passed away Sunday, December 15, 2019. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Megan was the daughter of Johann "John" Diettrich and Pamela and David Musselman. Megan graduated from Homestead High School. Megan is survived by her son, Izaiah Johann Diettrich; half-brothers, Bryan (Deana) Diettrich, Derek (Nora) Diettrich, Shuree Jafferally; along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Megan...
Karla Mozena
Dec 15, 2019
Karla Jean Mozena, 70, passed away Sunday, December 15th, 2019 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late Karl and Phyllis Wrogeman. Karla worked in retail with several local stores and enjoyed caring for children and as daycare worker. She was a member of American Legion Post 47 of Fort Wayne and American Legion 381 of...
Eileen Turner
Dec 14, 2019
Eileen T. Turner, 82, passed away peacefully, Saturday, December 14, 2019. Eileen was born on June 19, 1937 in New York City, New York the daughter of the late Patrick and Mary Murphy. Eileen and to all that knew her, was a caring and loving person who touched the lives of all that knew her. She met her husband Willie...
Kenneth Smith
Dec 11, 2019
Kenneth E. Smith III, 63, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2019. Born in Garrett, Indiana, Kenneth was the son of the late Kenneth E. Smith Jr. and Mary Ann Smith who survives. Kenneth graduated from Eastside High School. He worked in the construction industry during his working career. Surviving are his children, Brad Smith, Angie (Keith) Sievers, Kenneth Erik Smith...
Kristine Hood
Dec 10, 2019
Kristine J. Hood, 75, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2019. She was born in Frankfort, MI to the late Kenneth Evans and Eleanor Small. Kristine worked as a legal secretary for Beckman Lawson, and previously at Central Christian School and the Missionary Church headquarters also as a secretary. She was an active member of Central Ministries Church. Kristine is survived...
Marvin Fellers
Dec 9, 2019
Marvin Fellers, 97, passed away Monday, December 9, 2019 at The Towne House in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Marvin was born in Saguache, CO on August 1, 1922 to the late William and Belle Fellers. He earned a B.A. from Adams State College, a M.A. from Colorado State College and an Ed. Doctorate from University of No. Colorado. He married Ruth...
Thomas Fishering
Dec 8, 2019
Thomas M. Fishering, 66, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2019 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late George W. Fishering, Jr. and Carol J. Dailey. Tom owned and operated his own construction company, TOMCO Construction. He was a talented drummer who loved music, and played in various bands with his close friends all his life....
Mary Jane Mackowiak
Dec 8, 2019
Mary Jane Mackowiak, 96, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2019 in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in South Bend, IN to the late Albin and Lottie Borlik. She was a member of the Rosary Society of St. Matthew's Cathedral. Mary Jane is survived by her 3 sons, Mike (Judy) Mackowiak of Fort Wayne, IN, Dave (Veronique) Mackowiak of South...
Mr. Joyce D. Zuercher
Dec 7, 2019
Mr. Joyce D. Zuercher, 81, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2019 at his home in New Haven, IN. He was born in Berne, IN to the late George and Lois Zuercher. Joyce served his country as a Lieutenant in the US Navy. He later worked as a teacher for 30 years for the East Allen County School Corporation. Joyce was...
Nicole Walker
Dec 7, 2019
Nicole C. Walker, 31, passed away Saturday, December 7th, 2019 in Berne, IN. She was born in Hammond, IN to Derrick Walker Sr. and Maria Guzman. Nicole attended IVY Tech. Nicole worked as a prep cook for Conner's Kitchen and Bar and formerly at O'Charley's, BJ's Brewhouse, and Heritage Park. She attended Fellowship Missionary Church and was a delegated spokesperson...
Erick Jackson
Dec 6, 2019
Erick L. Jackson, 55, passed away on Friday Dec. 6th in Fort Wayne. Erick is survived by his daughters; Danielle (Matthew) Frecker, Medina Jackson, and Aaliyah Jackson all of Fort Wayne, siblings; Cheryl Oatts of Fort Wayne, Darryl (Marcia) Jackson of Severn, Md, and Fred Jackson of Fort Wayne, as well as 2 grandchildren and a host of nieces and...
Norman Newman
Dec 5, 2019
Norman Frank Newman, 60, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2019 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Fort Wayne to William and Carol Newman. Norm graduated from IU-Bloomington and was a proud fraternity brother of Phi Delta Theta. He worked as the assistant director of financial aid at IPFW, later becoming the director of financial aid at Ivy Tech...
Ruth Daler
Dec 4, 2019
Ruth Renee Daler, 68, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2019. Born in the Netherlands, Ruth was the daughter of the late John and Rose Veenstra. Ruth earned her bachelors degree in Education from Indiana University. She worked for North American Van Lines for 40 years prior to her retirement in 2013. Ruth enjoyed playing tennis with her daughter, volunteering at...
