Lewis G. Roby
Jan 8, 2026
Lewis G. Roby, age 74, passed away January 8, 2026, at his home in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Medina, OH, to the late Frank and Bettyann Roby (Fisher). He graduated in 1973 with a BA in History from Principia College, where he met his future wife, Alix Haynes. Later, in 1981, he completed his Master's Degree in...
Ricky Lee Kimmel
Jan 8, 2026
Ricky "Rick" L. Kimmel, age 72, passed away January 8, 2026. He worked for 30 years as a sheet metal worker with Local 20 and, later, before his retirement, worked at Wayne Metals. Rick was a former member of the Fort Wayne Masons and loved spending time in the outdoors with family and friends, hunting, fishing, and shooting. Rick is...
Judith Louise Baumgartner
Jan 7, 2026
Judith Louise (Ridlen) Baumgartner, 83, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Georgetown Place Senior Living in Fort Wayne. Born on September 30, 1942, in Garrett, Indiana, she was the first child of the late Robert James and Florence Adele (Carlin) Ridlen. Judy graduated from South Side High School, Class of 1960. She went on to have an illustrious...
Janet Schram
Jan 6, 2026
Janet Schram, 69, of Fort Wayne, passed away on January 6, 2026. Arrangements by FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Donald "Ray" Pilling
Jan 6, 2026
Donald "Ray" Pilling, 75, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, in Columbia City IN. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Vernon and Mary Pilling and was blessed to have the late Lloyd and Lois Grimes as foster parents. Ray loved being outdoors and especially enjoyed spending his summers on the lake where he would go...
Garrett Brian Zandstra
Jan 6, 2026
Garrett Brian Zandstra, 78, of Fremont, Indiana, peacefully passed away on January 6, 2026 after a brave battle with melanoma and prostate cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born on March 25, 1947 in Hammond Indiana, the son of Garrett and Dorothy (Koelikamp) Zandstra, the oldest of their 5 children. Gary graduated from Illiana High School...
Louis Neal Repkie
Jan 6, 2026
Louis “Louie” Neal Repkie, age 83, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. A devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather, Louie was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Born in Bay City, MI, Louie built a life centered on family, hard work, and quiet strength. Louis worked for Prestolite Corporation and...
Beth Ann Bay
Jan 4, 2026
Beth Ann Bay (Ball), 71, passed into God's loving arms on January 4, 2026, after succumbing to Altzheimers/Dementia. She was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on May 25, 1954.
Beth worked at the US Post Office as Postmaster Relief and Allen Dental Lab. She later invested into her family and became a homemaker for many years. She was a gifted writer...
Katherine Linn Rolf
Jan 3, 2026
Katherine “Kathy” (Klas) Rolf, age 79, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 3, 2026. Born in Worthington, Minnesota, she moved with her parents to Fort Wayne, Indiana at a young age, where she resided for the remainder of her life. Kathy lived a life firmly rooted in faith, family, and love. She attended South Side High School in Fort Wayne,...
Teresa Anne Charais
Jan 3, 2026
Teresa A Charais, 69, of Fort Wayne passed away Saturday January 3rd at home. She attended St Patrick's elementary school, Central Catholic High School for two years and completed High School at Bishop Luers. She graduated from IPFW with a bachelor's degree in business and marketing. She started working at the age of 16 at Rogers Market. After earning her...
Rebecca Blair Horin
Dec 31, 2025
Rebecca Blair Horin, age 36, entered into the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 31st, 2025 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
She was born on August 13th, 1989 to Terry and Linda Horin in Cape May Court House, New Jersey. She was a graduate of Middle Township High School where she competed successfully on the swim team and...
James Albert Widmeyer
Dec 31, 2025
James Albert Widmeyer (Jim), 83, of Fort Wayne, passed peacefully into his eternal home on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. He was born on January 22, 1942, in Huntington, Indiana, to the late Manford Albert and Eileen C. (Loney) Widmeyer. James proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Following his military service, he dedicated 18 years to working...
Russel A. Woodward
Dec 30, 2025
Russel “Russ” A. Woodward, 54, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. He was born to the late Ed and Sherry (Robinson) Woodward Jr. on September 20, 1971 in Fort Wayne. Russ was a member of First Eel River Baptist Church. He graduated from Carroll High School in 1990. Russ loved his job and was Lead Service...
Charles Herman Frye III
Dec 30, 2025
Charles Herman Frye III, 74, passed away on December 30th, 2025 at his home. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA. Charles was a great father and loving brother. He was a huge Steeler’s fan.
Charles is survived by his daughter, Tiffany (Brady) Cain, of Fort Wayne; siblings, Everett (Jane) Frye, Leslie (Marty) Enwright, and Sylvia Fabio. He was preceded in death...
Stephen Robert Myers
Dec 30, 2025
Stephen Robert Myers passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at the age of 73 surrounded by his loving family. Steve was born on October 7th, 1952 in Hicksville, OH to the late Kenneth and Helen Myers. Steve graduated from North Side High School in 1970, attended IPFW, then served in the National Guard from 1971 through 1977. Steve spent...
Lowell Russell McDaniel Jr.
Dec 30, 2025
Lowell Russell McDaniel Jr., known as “Russ” to friends and family, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, at the age of 84. He was preceded in death by his cherished wife, Ruth Mary McDaniel (Vogt), and his son Michael Wayne McDaniel, whom he now joins in eternal rest. Russ is survived by his three sons:...
Eula Jean Bowser
Dec 28, 2025
Eula J. Bowser, 81, of Fort Wayne, passed away on December 28, 2025. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late Ewing and Geneva Kleinknight, Eula dedicated more than 34 years of her career to General Electric, serving in various departments. Eula had a passion for crocheting and generously shared her talent by creating over 1,700 hats for newborns...
Michael Eugene Omspach
Dec 28, 2025
Michael Eugene “Mike” Omspach, 77, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 28, 2025. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Mike was the son of the late Robert Omspach and Alberta (Beeghley) Matthews. Mike was a graduate of South Side High School. Following graduation, he earned a degree from International Business College. With an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, Mike continued his education,...
Joseph Arnold Barry
Dec 28, 2025
Joseph A, Barry, 84, of Leo, IN, passed away on Sunday December 28th 2025 at his home with his family at his side. Joe served in the United States Marine Corp. He went to work at the Fort Wayne International Harvester/Navistar plant and retired after 30 years. He then continued working for the Horizon Transport Company for an additional 20...
Barbara Ann Sorlie
Dec 28, 2025
Barbara Ann “Bobbie” (Farley) Sorlie, 86, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, December 28, 2025. Born in Lagro, Indiana, Bobbie was the beloved daughter of the late Russell J. and Veva Mae (Rickert) Farley. Bobbie graduated from Chester Township High School in North Manchester, class of 1957. On June 21, 1958, she married...
