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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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Rena Belton

Rena Belton

Aug 20, 2017

RENA S. BELTON, 92, of Fort Wayne passed away Sunday, August 20, 2017 at Lutheran Life Village. She was born in Columbia, SC on March 14, 1925 to the late Eddie and Louisia (Nelson) Greene. Rena was a Foster Grandparent and a member of Jerusalem Baptist Church. She liked to sew, listen to gospel and blues music, but most importantly...

Albert Bliven

Albert Bliven

Aug 20, 2017

Albert F. Bliven, 87, passed away August 20, 2017. Albert was born in Colchester, Illinois. The son of Frank and Rosalea Bliven. Albert was a member of First Christian Church in Colchester Illinois and Cedar Creek Church of Christ in Leo, Indiana. He also was a Free Mason and a member of the Lions club. He was the past President...

John Knapp

John Knapp

Aug 19, 2017

"Bob" John R. Knapp, 73, of Fort Wayne passed away Saturday, August 19, 2017 at Visiting Nurse Hospice Home. He was born in North Manchester on December 24, 1943 to the late Wilbur G. and Mildred (Arnold) Knapp. Bob was a U. S. Army veteran. He retired from Zollner Piston where he worked as a machinist. Surviving are his wife,...

Jacqueline Hermance

Jacqueline Hermance

Aug 19, 2017

Jacqueline Grace Hermance, 91, passed away August 19, 1017 at Parkview Hospital Randalia. Born in Benton Harbor, Michigan, she was the daughter of John and Edith Allett. She married Lloyd Hermance on June 8, 1952 he survives. Jacqueline was a homemaker and her sons say a "Very good One at that." She was an active knitter and loved pets. She...

Vicki Spear

Vicki Spear

Aug 19, 2017

Vicki Jean Spear, 60, passed away August 19, 2017 in Albion, Indiana. She was the daughter of Stanley and Jean McBride. Vicki graduated from New Haven High School and was the office Manager for Amerigas. She enjoyed going to Shipshewana, Vera Bradley and enjoyed going to their time share in Florida with her family. Surviving is her husband of 41...

Collyn Weiler

Collyn Weiler

Aug 16, 2017

Collyn Robert Weiler, 27, passed away August 16, 2017. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana he is the son of Julie Lowry and John Weiler. He attended Leo High School, and received his GED from Ivy Tech Community College and worked for Momper Insulation. He enjoyed his job, and spending time with his family and many friends. Collyn also enjoyed playing...

Susan Lichtenberger

Susan Lichtenberger

Aug 15, 2017

Susan Lichtenberger, 59, passed away August 15, 2017 at Parkview Hospital Born in Lima, Ohio, She was the daughter of Leonard and Imogene Elwer. She was a graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University and was employed at Edy's Ice cream as a Manager. She is survived by one daughter, Wendy Lichtenberger, longtime friend, Mary Roehrs, sister Theresa Looser, brother, Aloysius Elwer,...

Thomas Biggs

Thomas Biggs

Aug 14, 2017

THOMAS A. "Art" BIGGS, 72, of Fort Wayne died Monday, August 14, 2017 at Bethlehem Woods Nursing Home. Thomas was born on February 14, 1945 in New Haven. He was a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps and a Vietnam veteran. He was a member of the American Legion and attended Grabill Missionary Church. Thomas retired from Zollner Piston...

Byron Harvey

Byron Harvey

Aug 3, 2017

BYRON (Barney) C. Harvey, 89, passed away at his home Thursday, August 3, 2017. Barney was the son of the late Arnold and Lillian (Miles) Harvey. He proudly served his country during WWII in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Puget Sound. He retired from both ITT and Magnavox in 1990 where he worked in the Engineering Departments. He loved...

Eileen Brackett

Eileen Brackett

Aug 3, 2017

EILEEN Y. BRACKETT, 70, of Fort Wayne passed away Thursday, August 3, 2017 at the Hospice Home. Eileen was born March 23, 1947 in Louisville, KY to the late George and Elizabeth (Peters) Yann. She spent her career as a Registered Nurse holding a Master's Degree. Surviving are her sons, Dana (Carie) Brackett of South Bend and Anthony Burgette of...

Deloris Fiedler

Deloris Fiedler

Aug 1, 2017

Deloris Fiedler ,82, passed away August 1, 2017 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Deloris was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Edwin and Lucy Fiedler She was a receptionist at a water company in Ohio. She was an avid animal Lover especially her 3 schnauzer dogs. She is survived by four nieces and several great nieces and nephews. She was...

Trevor Frye

Trevor Frye

Jul 24, 2017

Trevor E. "Sonny" Frye, Jr., 72, of Fort Wayne died Monday, July 24, 2017 at Heritage Park. Trevor was born in Pittsburgh, PA on March 29, 1945. His favorite sports teams where everything Pittsburgh, especially the Steelers. He retired from Dana Corporation in 2007. He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. Surviving is his father, Trevor E. Frye,...

Frank Brugger

Frank Brugger

Jul 20, 2017

F. Michael (Mike) Brugger passed away peacefully Thursday, July 20, 2017, surrounded by family. Born on July 8, 1942 in Minneapolis, MN, to Frank and Silvia Brugger, Mike attended Marquette University High School in Milwaukee, WI, Ligonier Valley High School in Pennsylvania, the University of Notre Dame (IN), and St. Francis University (Pennsylvania), where he met his loving wife of...

John Stout

John Stout

Jul 16, 2017

JOHN S. STOUT, 83, of Grabill passed away Sunday, July 16, 2017 at his residence. John was born October 19, 1933 in Cherokee, Alabama. He was a U.S. Army veteran; a 25year employee of Zollner Piston and he attended Cedarville Community Church. John is survived by his wife, Verna Stout; children, Jane Stout (Michelle DiBiase) and John R. Stout; step-children,...

Vickie Walburn

Vickie Walburn

Jul 6, 2017

Vickie M. Walburn, 64, passed away July 6, 2017. Vickie was born in Noblesville, IN to Chuck and Eula McElroy. She married Keith Walburn on August 15, 1986. Vickie was a graduate of Central High School. She was a teacher at Emmaus Lutheran School; a member of the Chapel Church and past owner of the Second Blessing Children's Store. Surviving...

Dennis Christman

Dennis Christman

Jul 6, 2017

Dennis Christman, 44, of Ft. Wayne Indiana passed away July 6, 2017. Dennis was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Craig and Janet Christman He was a graduate of Snider High School and worked as a quality manager with Multimatic Butler plant. He enjoyed bowling, going to musicals, and most of all being a husband and Dad. Surviving is his...

Breanna Gage

Breanna Gage

Jun 30, 2017

BREANNA MARIE GAGE, 27, of Fort Wayne passed away Friday, June 30, 2017. She was born January 12, 1990 in Fort Wayne to Stacy Gage and the late Colleen Long. Breanna is survived by her daughter, Londyn; father, Stacy Gage; siblings, Bret Gage; Brandon Gage; and Bridget Gage. Services were private.

Barbara Burgett

Barbara Burgett

Jun 26, 2017

Barbara Jean Burgett, 47, passed on June 26th, 2017. Born in Fort Wayne Indiana to Clinton and Barbara Woodfin, Barbara not only spent her life taking care of others but also served in the United States Navy. She also graduated with honors from National college with a technical certificate as a Lab Technician. She is survived by her daughter Danielle...

Charlene Freiburger

Charlene Freiburger

Jun 19, 2017

CHARLENE M. FREIBURGER, 84, of Fort Wayne was called to her Heavenly home on Monday, June 19, 2017 while surrounded by her family. Charlene was born on October 18, 1932 in Fort Wayne to the late Charles and Emma (Forsythe) Henkenius. She was a graduate of Central Catholic High School of Fort Wayne. Charlene was a member of Calvary Baptist...

Edna Anderson

Edna Anderson

Jun 12, 2017

Edna Anderson, 94, of Ft Wayne, Indiana passed away June 12, 2017 in her home with her family by her side. She was the daughter of Jacob and Katherine Kraick. She married Paul Anderson in 1953. She graduated from Central High School and worked at Perfection Bakery, Maloley's Bakery and Walmart in Kendallville after retirement. Edna was a member of...

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