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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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Meshach Kienkok
Mar 17, 2019
Meshach Kienkok "Dr. Thein Htay", 76, of Huntertown , passed away on Sunday at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born in Burma, Meshach was a Medical Doctor and also served as a minister for over 40 years. Meshach was also an author and master translator of Biblical doctrine and he used this skill in an effort to help Christ's followers around...
Larry "Tad" Henderson
Mar 17, 2019
Larry "Tad" Henderson, age 84, passed away March 17, 2019, in Leo, IN. He was born in Rochester, IN, to the late Donald and Isabel Henderson. Tad worked for AEP as a substation mechanic for over 24 years and previously with REMC as a lineman for 10 years. He was a longtime member of the Leo United Methodist Church. In...
Steven Bollier
Mar 17, 2019
Steven John Bollier, age 70, died on Sunday, March 17, 2019 peacefully surrounded by family at his home in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born on September 6, 1948, to John (Jack) and Velma Bollier and was the oldest of five boys. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, wife Carolyn of 31 years, and father in law, LaMoine...
Keith Brundige
Mar 17, 2019
Keith Allen "Bubb" Brundige II, 60, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2019. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Keith was the son of the late Keith Allen Brundige Sr., and Roslyn Brundige who survives. He graduated from Northrop High School. Keith was a truck driver during his working career. On a nice day, you would find Keith out riding his Harley....
Dennis First
Mar 17, 2019
Dennis First, 75, of Fort Wayne Indiana passed away on March 17, 2019, with his loving wife Sue of 55 years and only son Robb by his side at Parkview Hospice Randallia after a year and a half long illness. He was born June 25, 1943 in Lima, Ohio, the son of the late Harold and Ruby (Cisco) First. Dennis...
Angela Silvers
Mar 15, 2019
Angela C. Silvers, age 62 passed away March 15, 2019 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Terre Haute, IN to the late Albert, Sr. and Marilyn Silvers. Angela loved caring for her family as a homemaker. She is survived by her children, Sean (Catherine) Silvers, Deirdre (Joel) Fisher, Desiree (Joshua) Johnson, Billie Jo Frantz, Elizabeth (Carl) Fairfax, Gary (Glory)...
Ancel "Andy" Wood
Mar 14, 2019
Ancel "Andy" Wood, age 75, passed away March 14, 2019 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Blanche Koch and was raised by his grandparents, the late Hugh and Jessie Martin. Andy worked as a drywall installer for over 55 years. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Sharon Wood of Fort Wayne;...
Blaine Harper
Mar 13, 2019
Blaine L. Harper, 85, passed in peace on March 13, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Fort Wayne on October 25, 1933 to the late Lester and Mary Harper. Blaine graduated from North Side High School, received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan; and a Masters in Education from St. Francis University...
Martin "Marty" B. Hoppel
Mar 12, 2019
Marty B. Hoppel, age 62, passed away March 12, 2019 in Huntertown, IN. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Charles and Betty Hoppel. Marty is survived by his wife, Paula Hoppel; son, Charles Hoppel, of Kansas City, MO; 9 grandchildren; siblings, Mary Hoppel and Michael Hoppel. Marty was preceded in death by his sister, Beth Ann Hoppel....
David Schele
Mar 12, 2019
David B. Schele, 78, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2019. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, David was the son of the late Edward T. and Mary Angela (Berkey) Schele. David attended Culver Military Academy where he enjoyed horseback riding. He was a member of the jumping team and of the Black Horse Troop that took part in President Eisenhower's inaugural...
Betty Harbert
Mar 10, 2019
Betty J. Harbert, age 89, passed away in Fort Wayne on March 10, 2019. She was born in Toledo, OH to the late Earl and Aileen Moore. Betty owned and operated her own greeting card store in Toledo and later worked for Honey Baked Ham. She was a member of Gethsemane Lutheran Church of Fort Wayne. Betty is survived by...
Bonnie Macy
Mar 10, 2019
Bonnie Lou Macy, age 76, passed away March 10, 2019 in Wolcottville, IN. Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services is handling the arrangements.
Jack Cordill
Mar 9, 2019
Jack R. Cordill, 87, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019. Born in South Whitley, Indiana, Jack was the son of the late Archie and Clara Cordill. Jack served our country as a Korean War Army Airborne veteran. He also served the City of Fort Wayne for 30 years as a Police Officer. Surviving are his children Lance Cordill, Janette Gardiner;...
Clara Markey
Mar 8, 2019
Clara Marie Markey, 57, passed away Friday, March 8, 2019. Born in Sioux City, Iowa, Clara was the daughter of the late Robert and Donna Markey. Clara was a manager for 38 years for several Dollar General Stores in the Fort Wayne area. She enjoyed bowling during her youth, horses, Indian crafts, and spending time with her family. Surviving are...
Jane Craig
Mar 6, 2019
Jane A. Craig, 65, of Columbia City, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Jane was born on July 18, 1953 in Columbia City. She was the daughter of Ray E. and Ilah M. (Warner) Palmer. She graduated from Churubusco High School in 1972. Jane married Jack A. Craig on June 30, 1973 at...
David Hout
Mar 4, 2019
David Lee Hout, age 67, passed away March 4, 2019 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Willie and Mary Hout. David is survived by his three children, David (Penne) Hout, Jr. of Indianapolis, Linda (Marc) Hamilton, and Joshua (Cassandra) Hout both of Fort Wayne; 11 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 6 siblings, Martha, Jean, Larry, Karen,...
Jeffry Jackson
Mar 4, 2019
Jeffry E. Jackson, 63, passed away Monday, March, 4, 2019. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Jeffry was the son of the late H. William Jr. and Janet Jackson. Jeffry worked for Lincoln Food Services during his working career. He enjoyed building Street Rods, and watching all types of auto racing. Surviving are his wife of 36 years, Marie Jackson. Fairhaven Funeral...
Holly Shepler
Mar 3, 2019
Holly Sue Shepler, 58, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2019. Born in Batavia, Illinois, and raised in Zionsville, Indiana, Holly was the daughter of the late William and Shirley Rafter. She owned and operated Making the Cut Salon, and then Eden Salon and Spa which merged with the Forum Salon and Day Spa. Holly earned her bachelors degree in business...
Irene "Pinkie" Louden
Mar 3, 2019
Irene "Pinkie" Louden, age 78, passed March 3, 2019 in Fort Wayne. She worked for over 45 years as an Avon Rep where she earned the Presidents Club honor multiple years. Pinkie previously worked for Village Bowl as a desk clerk. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church of Fort Wayne. Pinkie was very community focused...
Evelyn Volkert
Feb 28, 2019
Evelyn J. Volkert, age 89, passed away February 28, 2019 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Derby, CT to the late Arnold and Evelyn Lord. Evelyn worked as a bookkeeper for Magnavox for many years. She was a member of Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church. Evelyn is survived by her children, Cheryl Arthur of Eugene, OR, Robert...
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