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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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Estrella Bowers

Estrella Bowers

Jul 16, 2018

Estrella D. Bowers, 62 , passed away Monday, July 16th, 2018 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Managua, Nicaragua to the late Victor and Mercedes Sanchez. She is survived by her husband, Kerry Bowers; daughter, Marcela Sanchez; 2 granddaughters, Breanna Mendoza and Kaitlyn Mendoza all of Fort Wayne; sisters, Maria Teresa Sanchez, Maria Felix Ruiz, and Ines Sanchez. Estrella...

Barbara Myers

Barbara Myers

Jul 15, 2018

Barbara L. Myers, 81, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus, on Sunday, July 15, 2018. Barb was born on October 7, 1936, to the late Fred and Daught Myers. She received the gift of Holy Baptism on June 20, 1943. She confessed her baptismal faith in the rite of Confirmation on April 2, 1950. God blessed...

Milton Sinn

Milton Sinn

Jul 13, 2018

Milton J. Sinn, 81, passed away July 13, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Bay City, MI he worked as a teacher with the East Allen School Corporation and Northern Wells Community Schools. He is survived by his wife, Beverly Sinn of New Haven; his children, Cheryl Bowers of Zionsville, IN; Kimberley (Robin) Hunt of New Haven, IN; and Rodney...

Sheila Dorsett

Sheila Dorsett

Jul 13, 2018

Sheila R. Dorsett, 64, passed away Friday, July 13, 2018 at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Sheila was the daughter of the late Floyd and Donna DePew. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister to her family. Surviving are her children, April Wimes, Jason (Deidre) Dorsett, Brian Dorsett, Aimee (Andre Hicks) Dorsett; six grandchildren;...

Karen Allina

Karen Allina

Jul 12, 2018

KAREN MARIE (PINGEL) ALLINA, 71, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2018, at her home surrounded by her family. Born in 1947 in McBride, Mo., she was a daughter of the late Ralph and Hallie Pingel. She married Dr. Alfred F. Allina on May 27, 1973. Karen graduated from Georgia State University in 1976 with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in...

Charles Kruse

Charles Kruse

Jul 12, 2018

Charles Francis "Chuck" Kruse, of Fort Wayne, passed away Thursday, July 12th, 2018. He retired from International Harvester. He was a big Komets fan and season ticket holder for many years. He enjoyed spending time at Atwood Lake Campground where he was a long time seasonal. Surviving are his children Vicki (Randy) Cornelius of Paris, Tx, Rick (Wendy) Kruse of...

Jason Dyben

Jason Dyben

Jul 9, 2018

Jason Michael Dyben, 42, passed away Monday, July 9th, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Jason worked as an electrical mechanical engineer for over 7 years. He was a member of Path of Life Community Church. Jason is survived by his son, Aaron Dyben of Kendallville, IN; father, Gary (Jean) Dyben; mother, Brenda (Ernest) McCowan of Fort Wayne;...

Sheron Fortenbery

Sheron Fortenbery

Jul 5, 2018

Sheron L. Fortenbery, 86, passed away July 5, 2018 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Detroit, MI to the late Edgar and Mildred Brown. She is survived by her husband, Tom Fortenbery; daughter Becca Widmer (Dick), son Jeff Fortenbery (Peg), grandchildren Christopher Olson (Laura), Lindsay Hand (Mark), Elissabeth White (Andrew), Ashley Gilmore ( Matt) , Mariah Widmer (fiancé Bryce),...

William Berry

William Berry

Jul 5, 2018

William H. Berry, 84, passed away July 5, 2018. A Ft Wayne native, he was born to George and Matilda (Frantz) Berry. Marrying his beautiful bride Rosemary Lude in 1952, the couple raised three children. He was a tool maker by trade (Zollner Corp, 15 yrs) then small business owner. A committed husband and father, his greatest satisfaction came from...

David Snyder

David Snyder

Jul 4, 2018

David W. Snyder, 56, passed away Wednesday, July 4th, 2018 in Huntertown, IN. Born in Portland, IN to his parents, Daniel and Janice Snyder who survive. David worked in sales for over 20 years. He is also survived by his wife, Debra Snyder of Huntertown, IN; son, James D. Snyder of Fort Wayne, IN; granddaughter, Rosalind Marie Snyder; and his...

Rolland Silvernail

Rolland Silvernail

Jul 3, 2018

Rolland D. Silvernail, 82, passed away July 3, 2018 in Fort Wayne. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Barbara Silvernail; children, Laura (Dennis) Voegele, Rene Reichert, Heidi (Gerry) Coker, Corina (Tim) Barbee, Helen (Charles) Fethker, Sarah (Kyle) Willis, Rolland Silvernail, and Rollene (Steve) Hoffman; 20 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. Rolland was preceded in death by his parents,...

Sandra Herber

Sandra Herber

Jul 2, 2018

Sandra "Sandy" Kay Herber, age 79 , was called home on Monday, July 2, 2018 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Archbold, OH to the late Oscar and Ruth Wise. Sandy worked for Magnavox, USSI, and ITT where she retired. She is survived by her children, Kim Maxwell of Noblesville, IN, Sherry Herber, and Kelly Herber-Rooks both of Fort...

Marilyn Hamilton

Marilyn Hamilton

Jul 2, 2018

Marilyn M. Wisner Hamilton, 83, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday July 2nd, surrounded by her loving family. Marilyn worked for Magnavox and retired after 30 years of committed service. She is survived by daughter; Linda (Mark) Walker, sons; Gary (Lori) Wisner, Kenneth (Kristina) Wisner. Marilyn is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 8 step grandchildren, 18...

Marilyn Wimbley

Marilyn Wimbley

Jun 28, 2018

Marilyn Denise Wimbley, 59 of Fort Wayne, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday June 28, 2018. A celebration of life will be 12 pm, Monday July 9, 2018, at Dupree Memorial Church of God with calling one hour prior. Memorials may be made to Dupree Memorial Church of God 1231 Hayden St. Fort Wayne In,...

Gaylord Bliss

Gaylord Bliss

Jun 26, 2018

Gaylord "Andy" R. Bliss, 89, passed away June 26, 2018 in Leo, IN. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Emmitt and Elizabeth Bliss. Andy worked at Indiana Michigan Power. He proudly served his country as a member of the US Marine Corp during WWII. Surviving are his children, David (Jill) Bliss of Grand Rapids, OH; Susan Laughlin...

Joy Chandler

Joy Chandler

Jun 26, 2018

Joy C. Chandler, 82, passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2018 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late Melvin and Florence Kestner. Joy retired from Parkview Randallia where she worked in the cafeteria for 25 years. She was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. Surviving is her husband of 63 years, Herbert R....

George Cutting

George Cutting

Jun 25, 2018

George Cutting, Sr. age 86, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 25th, 2018 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Lexington, NC to the late Lindsay and Leona Cutting. George worked with Falstaff Brewing Company also serving as a union steward for over 34 years. He proudly served his country as a member of the US Air Force...

Margaret Ciszek

Margaret Ciszek

Jun 23, 2018

Margaret B. Ciszek, 85, passed away June 23, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Chicago, IL she worked as a bookkeeper before retirement. She is survived by her two children, Diane (Jacque) Stroh; and Gary Holbrook of Orange, CA; 8 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Karole Myres and Dorothy Ensign; and cousin William F. Wernle. She is preceded in death...

Artis Barksdale

Artis Barksdale

Jun 23, 2018

Artis A. Barksdale, 79, passed away Saturday, June 23, 2018. Born on January 22, 1939 in Bessemar, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late David and Savannah Stokes. Artis worked as a secretary for 15 years at FWCS and worked also at Lutheran Hospital as a pharmacy tech prior to her retirement. She enjoyed shopping, sewing, camping, and "A...

Iraj Modarressi

Iraj Modarressi

Jun 22, 2018

Iraj Modarressi, 63, passed away Friday, June 22, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Iraj is survived by his 6 children, 7 grandchildren, his mother, and 3 siblings. Service is 10:30 am, Thursday, June 28, 2018 at FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 6557 N. Clinton Ave, with calling one hour prior. Calling also from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Wednesday,...

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