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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Margaret Bockman

Margaret Bockman

Jul 19, 2025

Margaret "Margy" E. Bockman, 84, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025. Margy was born and raised in Ypsilanti, MI, to the late Hollet and Gladys Allison. She was a member of the Covenant UMC in The Villages, FL. Margy also belonged to the Sounds of Hope, church choir and the handbell choir. She married the late David Bockman in...

Wendy Louise Kelley

Wendy Louise Kelley

Jul 19, 2025

Wendy Louise Kelley, 71, of Fort Wayne, fell into the loving arms of Jesus on Saturday, July 19, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Wendy fought a courageous battle of breast cancer since 1997 and bone cancer since 2010. She had an incredible relationship with her oncologist Dr. S. Nattam and was his longest surviving cancer patient. As a cancer...

Barbara L. Werling

Barbara L. Werling

Jul 18, 2025

Barbara L. Werling, 90, went to her Heavenly home on Friday, July 18, 2025. She was born to the late Edwin David and Evelyn Kathryn (Juergens) Hipkins on July 20, 1934 in Holland, MI. She graduated from Concordia High School. Barbara was a member of Epiphany Lutheran Church. She was a teacher in Peru, IN and an art and reading...

Charles "Chuck" C. Roberts

Charles "Chuck" C. Roberts

Jul 18, 2025

Charles "Chuck" C. Roberts, 88, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025. Chuck was born to the late Charles E. and Cecile (Billings) Roberts on June 25, 1937 in Vandercook, MI. He proudly served in the US Army. He graduated from North Side High School and Purdue University. Chuck retired as an engineer for International Harvester/Navistar after...

Jeff Barbour

Jeff Barbour

Jul 17, 2025

Jeff Barbour, 48, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025, in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He loved being outside and riding in his Trans AM with his beloved dogs. He enjoyed building and fixing computers, and found joy in talking and working with the elderly and handicapped. Jeff is survived by his father, Jack (Shari Thomas)...

Larry Misner

Larry Misner

Jul 17, 2025

Larry DeLoyd Misner of Fort Wayne, Ind., passed away on July 17, 2025, after a full 87 years of life. Larry was born on Feb. 9, 1938 to Helen and DeLoyd Misner in Buck Creek, Ind. He excelled in basketball and baseball at Buck Creek High School before graduating in 1956. Larry worked his tail off as an asphalt raker...

Rodney Kelsaw

Rodney Kelsaw

Jul 17, 2025

Rodney Lamont Kelsaw Sr., 35, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025. Rodney was a dedicated strong-willed and minded, family oriented, playful, all around amazing father, son, brother, partner, friend and relative. He earned his GED in 2008, but was very knowledgeable and great teacher in all aspects of life. He is survived by his parents,...

Donovan Cammalleri

Donovan Cammalleri

Jul 16, 2025

Donovan Leonardo Cammalleri, 15, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. He was born to Frank Cammalleri and Giovanna Follo on February 14, 2010 in Emporia, KS. Donovan was starting his 10 th grade year at Snider High School where he was in the marching band. His two passions were the Snider Mighty Panthers Marching Band and...

Marjorie Wright

Marjorie Wright

Jul 16, 2025

Marjorie G. Wright, 86, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. She was born to the late Raymond S. and Irene (Matthews) Groo on May 8, 1939, in New Brunswick, NJ. Marge married Edward A (Binky) Wright December 1955.  Edward passed away December 2014.  Together they raised a family of 6 children.  They were both born in...

Barbara Coleman

Barbara Coleman

Jul 16, 2025

Barbara L. Coleman, 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in Raleigh, North Carolina.  Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Idona Holland.

Barbara dedicated her career to serving others as a customer service representative at NIPSCO. Her faith was a cornerstone of her life, she was an...

Carol Pyle

Carol Pyle

Jul 15, 2025

Carol J. Pyle, age 84, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Born in Fort Wayne to the late Paul and Bertha Hitzeman, Carol dedicated her career to quality control and found her greatest joy in spending time with her family.

She is survived by her children, Pam (Phil) Maroney, Jack (Janice)...

Rosalie Crawford

Rosalie Crawford

Jul 15, 2025

Rosalie Ann Crawford (nee Mongosa), 86, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on July 14, 2025. She was born on July 1, 1939, in Roanoke, IN to Homer and Goldie Mongosa. Memorable events in her life revolved around raising 9 children, her career in nursing, and being a proud member of the Miami Indian tribe. While working as a nurse...

Karen Taylor

Karen Taylor

Jul 15, 2025

Karen Taylor, March 4, 1961-July 15, 2025. Karen was the friendliest person who never met a stranger. She was nearly always cheerful, shining her light on everyone she knew. Despite her many life challenges and circumstances, she never lost her smile or happy disposition. She was resilient, strong, funny, and always willing to help those who needed it....

Eric Farr

Eric Farr

Jul 13, 2025

Eric Gene Farr, Sr., 68, of Fort Wayne, passed on peacefully Sunday July 13, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 24, 1957, to the late Lila M. Farr-Alford and the late Willie F. Chrisp Sr. in Canalou, Stoddard County, Missouri. Eric served in the United States Air Force for 26 years. Eric...

Lisa Pressler-Clark

Lisa Pressler-Clark

Jul 13, 2025

Lisa Marie Pressler-Clark, age 68, surrerenderd her fight against cancer on July 13, 2025.  She was born in Huntington, IN to the late Willam Pressler and Sandra J. Cotton.  She graduated from Huntington North High School in 1975, and from Purdue University in 1978 with a nursing degree.  She later married the love of her life, Ron in 1989. Lisa...

Robert Barrett

Robert Barrett

Jul 13, 2025

Robert Allen Barrett, 83, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.  Born in South Bend, Indiana, Robert was the son of the late David L. and Maxine (Schulte) Barrett.  He graduated from South Bend Central High School and earned his Master's Degree from Indiana University.  Robert taught at Purdue Fort Wayne for over 40 years in...

Nancy Chapman

Nancy Chapman

Jul 12, 2025

Nancy Simmons Chapman November 30, 1951 – July 12, 2025 Nancy Simmons Chapman, 73, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025. She leaves behind a legacy of creativity, service, music, and compassion. Nancy was born on November 30, 1951, to Allen F. Simmons and Elizabeth (Van Arnam) Simmons. She grew up in a close-knit family...

Kenneth Miller

Kenneth Miller

Jul 12, 2025

Kenneth "Ken" V. Miller, 58, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025 with his family by his side. Ken graduated from North Side High School class of 1986. Ken drove a tow truck for Parker Towing for nearly 20 years. He held several jobs as an auto mechanic and also repaired small engines. Ken was a Komet...

Michael Hoehn

Michael Hoehn

Jul 11, 2025

On July 11, 2025, Michael Duane Hoehn, age 77, of Spencerville, Indiana passed away at Parkview Whitley Hospital. Mike retired from Menards in 2010 where he worked as a Contractor Salesperson. His earlier years were spent working various sales jobs in the home improvement field. In his retirement years, he was a groundskeeper for an estate near Spencerville, IN. Fishing,...

Norma Feller

Norma Feller

Jul 11, 2025

Norma Jean Feller, 96, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025, in Fort Wayne, IN. Born in South Bend, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Edna Woodcox.

Norma was a dedicated antique dealer and appraiser, known for her keen eye and appreciation for history and craftsmanship. She will be lovingly remembered by...

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