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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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Patricia Hendricks

Patricia Hendricks

Apr 13, 2017

Patricia Ann (Tierney) Hendricks, 79 passed away at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born March 8, 1938 in Fort Wayne, Ind. to Edward and Lucinda (Lobsiger) Tierney. She graduated from Central Catholic in 1956. She married Melvin A. Hendricks on October 3, 1959 in Fort Wayne and enjoyed being a home-maker. Patricia was also a member of...

James Shreve

James Shreve

Apr 13, 2017

James W. Shreve, 75, of Ft. Wayne, Indiana died April 13, 2017. He was born January 22, 1942 to James and Mabel Shreve. James is survived by his wife of 45 years, Alicia, two brothers, Steve (Carol) Shreve, Terry (Becky) Shreve, and one sister, Kathy Myer; two daughters, Wendy (Jeff) Clark, and Delicia (David) Pulse. Also surviving are one son,...

Lawrence Dent

Lawrence Dent

Apr 10, 2017

Lawrence W. (Larry) Dent, 83, of Auburn passed away peacefully at home Monday April 10, 2017. Larry was born in Ashland, Kentucky. He was the son of Leo and Martha Dent. They preceded him in death. Larry worked at WKJG as a TV weatherman. He was the Vice President of K&K insurance. He retired from 3M as a technical sales...

John Ott

John Ott

Apr 10, 2017

John Ott, 64, died April 10, 2017 at his residence. He is survived by his wife, Anne, two children Sam (Becca Creath) Ott, and Jennie (Gudman) Sanchez, his mother Irene Ott, a sister and three brothers. He was preceded in death by his father, Ronald Ott. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials to John Ott...

Gary Christlieb

Gary Christlieb

Apr 9, 2017

Gary W. Christlieb 62, passed away April 9, 2017 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born August 25, 1954 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Vern "Bud" and Barbara (Mowery) Christlieb. He married Robin (Calhoun) on September 8, 1973 in Fort Wayne for 43 years. Gary was a self employed general contractor. Attended Pathway Community Church. Surviving relatives include wife Robin Christlieb,...

Hilda Endicott

Hilda Endicott

Apr 5, 2017

Hilda Catherine (Colin) Endicott 89, passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at Coventry Meadows in Fort Wayne, IN. Hilda was born March 17, 1928 in Mount Pulaski, Illinois to Bernard and Catherine (Hoffman) Colin. She married Fred Allen Endicott, he preceded her in death. Hilda is survived by daughter Deborah (R. Douglas) Stuart of Fort Wayne, sons Fredrick J. Endicott...

Nadine Kelly

Nadine Kelly

Apr 2, 2017

Nadine Kelly, 75, passed away April 2, 2017 at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home. She was born September 20, 1941 in Harlan, KY to George May and Sallie (Jackson) Gibson. She worked at International Harvester and Magnavox. She is survived by son Tye (Ana) White of Waco, TX, Bob and Mitch White of Tallahassee, FL, daughters Pamela Brock of Fort...

Mary Beth Caskey

Mary Beth Caskey

Apr 2, 2017

Mary Beth Caskey, 72, passed away April 2, 2017 She was born in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, the daughter of Maurice and Angelene Haines. Mary Beth worked at Magnavox and retired from Eaton. She loved to cook, shop, paint, spend time with her family, and plant flowers. Mary Beth also enjoyed watching QVC, and she loved animals. Surviving are her children,...

Jack Robinson

Jack Robinson

Apr 1, 2017

Jackie Lee "Jack" Robinson, 78, passed away April 1, 2017. Jackie was born in Portland, IN. He was the son of John S. Robinson and Violet V. Robinson. Jackie was a veteran of the United States Army reserves. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 241. He was a proud member of the Sheriff's Department reserves and...

Jacqueline Nichols

Jacqueline Nichols

Mar 31, 2017

Jacqueline A. Nichols, 73 of Fort Wayne died Friday, March 31, surrounded by her family and friends in her home. Jackie was a homemaker and loved caring for her family. She was an active member of The Chapel and served on the communion committee and also sang in the choir. Jackie was also a hospice volunteer and volunteered for Super...

Barbara Bunnell

Barbara Bunnell

Mar 31, 2017

Barbara Ann Bunnell passed away March 31, 2017. Barbara was born in Lagrange, Indiana, on June 4, 1933, to Clarence E. Grate and Ruah Grate. She graduated from Lagrange High School in 1951 and married Donald Bunnell on June 30 the same year. Professionally, she served her community at Lutheran Hospital for 35 years, and in her retirement she most...

Carole Alter

Carole Alter

Mar 26, 2017

Carole A. (Mooney) Alter, 82 of Fort Wayne passed away March 26, 2017 at her residence. She was born May 2, 1934 in Louisville, KY to James Mooney and Helen Marie (Hester). She was a bookkeeper at Dr. Phillip McKean DDS. for 6 years. Carole graduated from IPFW in Fort Wayne, IN. She was on Chancellors List in 1983 for...

Annita Willis

Annita Willis

Mar 21, 2017

Annita Willis, 60, beloved mother and grandmother passed away Tuesday March 21, 2017 Born in Ft. Wayne, IN the daughter of Nicholas and AnnaMarie Riegling. Annita was a member of St.Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. She was a photographer. She is Survived by one son, Jason Willis; two daughters, Rebecca (Winston) Enos and Melissa (Seth) Albert; four grandchildren AnnaMarie, Lily, Gabrielle,...

Gregory Alford

Gregory Alford

Mar 13, 2017

Gregory Andrew Alford, 53, passed away March 13, 2017. Gregory was born in Ft. Wayne, Indiana to Stanley and Carolyn Alford. He was a 1982 Graduate of Northrop High School and then attended and graduated from Ivy Tech Community College with a welding degree. He worked at Transformations by Weiland and was very talented in woodworking. He also enjoyed fishing....

Carolyn Wildey

Carolyn Wildey

Mar 9, 2017

Carolyn Jean Wildey, 58 passed away at her residence Thursday March 9, 2017. She was born June 2, 1958 in Fort Wayne, IN to Richard and Marcille (Bercot) Wildey. Carolyn worked at Hoover Magnavox and lastly at the GM plant for 20yrs. Carolyn graduated from Northrup High School.Carolyn loved living at Blue Lake in Churubusco, IN and driving her pontoon...

Deborah Coffee

Deborah Coffee

Mar 7, 2017

Deborah Coffee 65, passed away Tuesday at Summit City Nursing Home in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born October 23, 1951 in Fort Wayne, IN to Richard and Joan (Taylor) Miller. She was employed at ARA Food Services for 6yrs. Surviving include 3 daughters Amanda Coffee of FW, Tammy Sheckler of FW, and Danielle Sheckler of Columbia City, IN, 5...

Patricia Reed

Patricia Reed

Mar 6, 2017

Patricia "Pat" Ann (Didrick) Reed 66 of Fort Wayne passed away Monday March 6, 2017 at Parkview Randallia Hospital with family at her side. She was born December 27, 1950 in Fort Wayne, IN. to Edward and Mary (Phillips) Didrick. She was married to Richard (Rick) Reed on October 21, 1989 in Fort Wayne, IN. Pat enjoyed the water and...

Robert Bailer

Robert Bailer

Mar 4, 2017

Robert James Bailer, 58, passed away on March 4, 2017. He was the son of Robert J. Bailer Sr and June Brown. Robert worked at Fresh New start as support staff. He enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by his mother, June Brown, his fiancé, Janice Kittle and her children Krystal (Zach) Hart, Kristina Kittle, Kayta (Jason)...

Elnora Mcqueen

Elnora Mcqueen

Mar 3, 2017

Elnora "Jean" McQueen, 80, passed away March 3, 2017. Elnora was born in Ft. Wayne, Indiana the daughter of Maxwell and Alice Ensley. Jean married Duane McQueen on November 24, 1956. She was a 1955 graduate of Southside High School in Ft. Wayne. She retired from Tokheim as an Executive Secretary. She was a member of Eastern Star. and Jean...

Eddie Kreienbrink

Eddie Kreienbrink

Feb 25, 2017

Eddie A. Kreienbrink, 83, passed away Saturday, February 25, 2017 at North Woods Village Fort Wayne, IN. He was born June 6, 1933 in Fort Wayne to Ed and Emma (Martin) Kreienbrink. He was married to Carol M. (Kroemer) Kreienbrink she survives. Eddie graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Pharmacy. Surviving relatives include 4 daughters, Elise (Brad) Oren,...

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