Harold Crandall
Aug 10, 2018
Harold Lewis Crandall, 64, passed away Friday, August 10, 2018. Harold was born in West Virginia on March 7, 1954. He was a Railroad Engineer with Norfolk Southern for the past 29 years. Harold loved riding his Harley Motorcycles, playing his Harmonica, Kayaking, cooking, and being outdoors. Surviving are his children Josh (Meighen Lowe) Crandall, Dylan (Cody DeMille) Crandall, Logan...
Orlando Fernandez
Aug 8, 2018
Orlando L. Fernandez, age 60, passed away August 8, 2018. He was born in Havana, Cuba to the late, Orlando J. and Henrietta Fernandez. Orlando worked as a sales engineer with Pyrotek. He is survived by his wife, Ginger Fernandez of Fort Wayne; children, Daniel (Abby) Fernandez, Paul (Jordan) Fernandez, and Katherine Fernandez all of Fort Wayne; granddaughter, Willa Fernandez;...
Gilbert Rodriguez
Aug 8, 2018
Gilbert S. "Chico" Rodriguez Jr., 63, passed away Wednesday, August 8, 2018. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Gilbert was the son of the late Gilbert S. Rodriguez Sr., and Shirley Rodriguez who survives. Gilbert was a quality inspector for Zollner's and Fort Wayne Metals prior to his retirement. He enjoyed model cars, guitars, and the Beatles. Surviving are his daughter...
Laura Hirschy
Aug 7, 2018
Laura Catherine Hirschy, age 37, passed away August 7, 2018. Born in Goshen, IN Laura enjoyed singing, playing the cello and piano. She attended Pathway Community Church. She is survived by her husband, Kurtt Hirschy of Fort Wayne; father, John (Anne) LeGray of Lakeville, MN; siblings, Daphne (Tim) Hallman of Dallas, TX, Jeff (Sherry) Peterson of Waco, TX, and Liz...
Paul Thiel
Aug 4, 2018
Paul "Mick" M. Thiel, 76, went to be with his Lord and Savior August 4, 2018 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Cloyce and Mary Thiel, attending North Side High School, graduating from Leo High School, and was active in athletics. Mick began his career working for International Harvester and later owned his own...
Barry Horman
Aug 3, 2018
Barry Lee Horman, age 79, passed away August 3, 2018 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Herbert Horman and Betty Prange. Barry served as a Police Officer for a total of 36 years. He rose through the ranks throughout his career to deputy chief, retiring in 1999. Prior to moving back...
Annetta Dorman
Aug 1, 2018
Annetta Marie Dorman, age 73, passed away August 1, 2018 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Marion, IN to the late Raymond and Lucille Schenkel. Annetta loved caring for her family as a homemaker. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 253 of North Webster, IN. Annetta is survived by her husband of 54 years, Robert...
Gene Bissell
Jul 31, 2018
Thomas Gene Bissell, 74, passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2018 after a brief but valiant battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Defiance, Ohio, Gene was the son of the late Harold and Evelyn Bissell. Gene earned his bachelors in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University. Prior to retiring in 2001, he worked at GE for 36 years. During retirement, Gene rode...
Joel Doss
Jul 30, 2018
Joel Benjamin Doss Sr., 70, passed away Monday, July 30, 2018. Born in Charleston, West Virginia he was the son of the late John Doss and Mary Arbogast. Joel graduated from South Side High School class of 1967 and earned his associates degree as a Mechanic from Ivy Tech. He worked at General Electric for several years, prior to working...
Roger Mann
Jul 30, 2018
Roger Lee Mann, 68, passed away Monday, July 30, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Portland, Indiana, Roger was the son of the late Wilford and Clara Naomi Mann. Roger was a truck driver for 35 years prior to his retirement. He enjoyed fishing, cooking, playing cards, watching the Chicago Cubs, and spending time with his...
Eula Mckenzie
Jul 28, 2018
Eula Faye McKenzie, 85, passed away Saturday, July, 28, 2018. Service is 11 am, Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 6557 N. Clinton St, with calling one hour prior. Calling at the funeral home Tuesday, July 31, 2018 from 4 pm to 7 pm. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be...
Judith Garvey
Jul 28, 2018
Judith Anne Garvey departed for Heaven on July 28, 2018. Judy was born October 27, 1939 in Indianapolis, Indiana the daughter of the late Frank and Jane Wood. Judy graduated from Butler University with BS and MS degrees. She taught Spanish and English prior to becoming a Guidance Counselor. She retired from Central Nine Vocational School in Greenwood, Indiana. Judy...
Marita Lobdell
Jul 23, 2018
Marita Jo Lobdell, 87, passed away on Monday, July 23, 2018. She was born in Warsaw, Indiana and was the daughter of the late Leolin and Mary (Bodley) Moon. Marita graduated from Warsaw High School class of 1948. She worked ten years at Lutheran Hospital and eight years at Omni Source, retiring in 1993. She had been a resident of...
Roger Zartman
Jul 22, 2018
Roger Allen Zartman, 50, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2018. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Roger was the son of the late James Zartman and Barbara Zartman who survives. Roger was in the construction industry during his working career. He enjoyed NASCAR and camping at Yogi Bear Jellystone Park. Surviving are his mother Barbara Zartman; sister, Sandy Trowbridge; brother, Rick...
Stephen Stiffler
Jul 20, 2018
Stephen D. Stiffler, 66, passed away July 20, 2018 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Charles David Stiffler and Vera Patricia Stiffler of Fort Wayne. Steve was the owner and operator of his family business, Stiffler Plastering and Drywall. Steve proudly served as president of tailgating at his apartment complex. He is survived by...
Leonard Locher
Jul 19, 2018
Leonard R. Locher, 87, passed peacefully into his Savior's arms on July 19, 2018. Leonard was born May 21, 1931 in Oneida, KS to the late Andrew and Nettie Locher. He graduated from Bern High School in 1949. In 1952, He was drafted for the Korean War. He then volunteered for the US Marine Corps and was stationed at Camp...
Dianna Martin
Jul 19, 2018
Dianna Martin, 69 , passed away Thursday, July 19th, 2018 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late Richard and Marian Dirrim. Dianna retired from the City of Fort Wayne Clerk's Office. She was a member of St. Joseph United Methodist Church. Dianna enjoyed reading, scrapbooking, and stamping. She is survived by her husband of 49...
Orville Moore
Jul 19, 2018
Orville M. Moore, 87, passed away Thursday, July 19th, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Orville worked for Peter Eckrich for 25 years. He also served as a member of the US Army during the Korean War. He is survived by his two daughters, Cindy (Jon) Hoagland of Fort Wayne, and Jill (Bill) Stewart of Greensboro, NC; 4 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren....
Robert Igney
Jul 18, 2018
Robert C. Igney, 69, passed away Wednesday, July 18th, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne to the late Cecil and Helen Whitman. He worked for ToolTec and Press Seal Gasket as a tool and die maker. Robert was a member of the shuffle board group at the New Haven Moose. He is survived by his wife Susan Igney...
Robert Jones
Jul 17, 2018
Robert "Bob" M. Jones, 92, passed away Tuesday, July 17 2018 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Danville, IL to the late Russell and Ida Jones. Bob worked as a plant manager for Magnavox and was a member of the Magnavox Foreman's Club. He was also a member of Robinson Chapel United Methodist Church and the Whispering Springs Golf...
