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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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Carol Marie (Amling) Berning
Nov 23, 2025
Carol Marie (Amling) Berning, 95, of Fort Wayne passed away peacefully Sunday evening, November 23, 2025 at Lutheran Life Villages at Inverness. She was surrounded by the love and presence of her children throughout the day and evening. Carol was born in Olympia, WA and was the daughter of a Lutheran minister and valued her Christian upbringing. She grew up...
Dr. Dan Boen
Nov 22, 2025
Dan L. Boen, Ph.D., HSPP, 75, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2025, surrounded by his family. Dan was a beloved and trusted long-time Christian psychologist serving the Fort Wayne and Auburn communities. Dan was born on August 13, 1950, in Dayton, Ohio, to Marvin and Jean (Bogard) Boen. He grew up in the Dayton area...
Steven Bahr
Nov 22, 2025
Steven E. Bahr, 79, of Fort Wayne, passed away on November 22, 2025. He was born on September 30, 1946, in Toledo, Ohio, to Joseph and Betty Bahr. Steve proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, completing two back-to-back tours in Vietnam and earning several military honors for his service. Steve worked most of his career at...
Lynn E. Thompson
Nov 21, 2025
Lynn E. Thompson, 81, of Ossian, Indiana, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025. He was born to the late Ernie Millon and Sarah Bernice (Strater) Thompson on November 8, 1944, in Kendallville, IN. He married the late Sharon Kay Horine on August 16, 1964, she preceded him in death in 2002. Lynn was a licensed funeral director for 44...
Maurea Neff
Nov 20, 2025
Maurea Grace Neff, 78, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Lafayette, passed away on Thursday November 20, 2025. She worked for many years and retired from K Mart in Lafayette. In retirement she continued employment with Rotech. Maurea enjoyed crocheting, reading books, birds, and enjoying nature. She was known for her cooking and her experimental dishes. She had a curious and...
Brenda Rowe
Nov 20, 2025
Brenda Joan Rowe, 85, went home to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Brenda was a daughter of the late Arthur and Mary (Ausher) Smith. Brenda's greatest loves in life were God, her family, and her church family. Her faith was unwavering, and she...
Cameron Parker
Nov 19, 2025
Cameron Dylan Parker, 23, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN on June 28, 2002. Cameron enjoyed spending time with his friends and family, especially by the fire and listening to music. He loved cars, riding motorcycles, being outdoors and being out on the lake. Cameron loved so hard...
Carmen Tollinchi
Nov 19, 2025
Carmen Maria Tollinchi, 68, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday November 19, 2025. She was born in Chicago, IL. To the late Aristides and Rosa Tollinchi. Carmen retired from Metaldyne, currently known as AAM in Fort Wayne. Carmen is survived by, son, Adrian Thompson and his children, Candace Leija, Nikol (Jacob) Huston, Ariel Bohn. Daughter, Carmen (Alejandro) Robledo and...
Detta Gass
Nov 19, 2025
Detta K. Gass , 81, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born in Fulton, Indiana, Detta was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Helen (Pownall) Gault. She was recruited straight out of high school to work for the FBI as an administrator in Washington DC. During her working years, she also contributed her talents...
James Blake
Nov 18, 2025
James Willard Blake, Sr. (1935-2025) James Willard Blake, Sr., age 90, of Fort Wayne, IN, died at home on November 18, 2025 after a long, hard fought battle with dementia. "Jimmy", as he was known in his early years, was born in Clifftop, WV in 1935 to Clarence and Lure Blake, the second of their four children and the only...
Kelly K. "Moose/ Big Mac" Rainey
Nov 18, 2025
Kelly K. "Moose/ Big Mac" Rainey, 63, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born to Chere (Hensley) Stirlen-Heck and the late William Robert Rainey on April 11, 1962 in Fort Wayne. She graduated from Wayne High School. Kelly was a member of the Moose Lodge. She worked for Hattersley and Sons and was...
Rosemary Latham
Nov 18, 2025
Rosemary Elaine Latham, age 78, of New Haven, IN passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025. She was born in Van Wert, OH to the late Carl and Nelleta Reidenbach. Rosemary loved caring for her family as a homemaker and later worked as a nurse. She was a former member of Epiphany Lutheran Church and enjoyed sewing, music, and dancing. Most...
Randle Lee Moles Sr.
Nov 17, 2025
Randle Lee Moles Sr., age 80 , of Fort Wayne passed away Monday, November 17, 2025 at Majestic Care of New Haven. He was born in Decatur, AL to the late Emmitt Moles and Earline Mahathy. Randle worked in construction as a roofer and was involved in the roofing of the Follinger Theater at Franke Park. He was an avid...
Chris Petersen
Nov 17, 2025
Chris Bennet Petersen , 74, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, November 17, 2025, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born in Elmhurst, Illinois, Chris was a son of the late James Petersen and Florence Mitchell. Driven by a desire to serve and distinguished by his athletic and personal integrity, Chris earned his place at...
Jenna Keckler
Nov 17, 2025
Jenna Keckler age 74, formerly of Kenton, OH, passed away peacefully November 17,2025. Jenna was born on July 27,1951 to Joe and JoAnna Lones. She is survived by her mother, Jo Anna Lones; a daughter, Amy (Jason) Ashby; brothers, Jerry (Jan), and Jed Lones; a sister Jayne (Bob) Inbody; 2 granddaughters, Hannah (Nick Black) Lackey, and Natalie (Paul) Lackey; special...
Dennis Johnson
Nov 17, 2025
Dennis Allen Johnson age 79, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away Monday, November 17, 2025 in Venice, FL. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Leonard and Leon Johnson. Dennis graduated from Hoagland High School and continued his education at Ball State obtaining a Master's Degree. While attending Ball State he was an all-conference volleyball player. Dennis...
Jerry Coble
Nov 17, 2025
Jerry Lee Coble, 77, of Clarksville , Ind, and most recently living in Fort Wayne with his son, Nathan, and family, passed away on November 17th 2025. Jerry was born in New Albany, Ind. After high school he served his country in the United States Navy for 4 years and courageously fought in the Vietnam War. He enjoyed fishing, and...
Michael Doneff
Nov 14, 2025
Michael G. Doneff, 55, a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, died November 14, surrounded by family and friends after a brave battle with cancer. He was the only child of the late George and Faye (Atkinson) Doneff. Michael was a career grocery man, working 10 years at Meijer and 22 years for Kroger's at the Dupont and Georgetown stores. Customers...
Boyd Tarney
Nov 14, 2025
Boyd M. Tarney, 78, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025. Boyd was a Marine Veteran and a mechanic at NIPSCO. Boyd was an avid outdoorsman, world traveler, sports fan, and golfer.
Boyd was the son of the late Marshall O. and Hattie Mae (Magill) Tarney. Boyd is survived by his loving wife of...
Carol Wagner
Nov 13, 2025
Carol Marie Wagner, 71, of Fort Wayne, went Home to the Lord on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at home. She was born on October 1, 1954 to the late Eugene W. and Alice Louise (Hunt) Gee in Defiance, OH. She graduated from Defiance High School, Northwest Tech and had Wilton Cake Decorating Certification. On October 7, 1978 she married the...
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