Obituaries

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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Baltazar Guzman

Baltazar Guzman

Jun 3, 2025

Mr. Baltazar Guzmán, 83 years old, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on November 10 in Colonia El Cuitzillo, Uriangato, Gto, Mexico. He is survived by his beloved wife, Esther Guzmán; his children Luz María (Ramiro) Vázquez, Martín (Becky) Guzmán, Miguel Ángel (Patricia) Guzmán, Eduardo Guzmán, Baltazar Guzmán; as...

Robert "Bj" Armstrong, Jr.

Robert "Bj" Armstrong, Jr.

Jun 2, 2025

Robert "BJ" Armstrong, Jr., 70, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at his home in Fort Wayne, IN . Born in Lorain, OH, he was the son of the late Robert and Doris Armstrong. BJ dedicated his career to healthcare, working as a registered nurse at Neighborhood Health Clinic and HomePointe Healthcare where he specialized in...

David Christlieb

David Christlieb

Jun 1, 2025

David Christlieb, age 56, passed away at his home on June 1, 2025. He was preceded in death by his devoted parents and his first wife, Christine Christlieb. He is survived by his stepsons John Harper and David (Tayler) Hancock, and his aunt, Lona Anti; and his former wife, Stacy Singleton. Dave never had an unkind word for anyone, was...

Jayne Noble

Jayne Noble

May 31, 2025

Elizabeth Jayne Noble, 84, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday evening, May 31, 2025 at Parkview Regional Medical Center.  She was born on November 10, 1940, in Whitley County, a daughter of the late George and H. Lucille (Bennett) Noble. After graduation in 1958 at Larwill High School, Jayne became a dental technician and then a surgical tech.  She...

Antonia "Toni" Lynn Printzos

Antonia "Toni" Lynn Printzos

May 31, 2025

Antonia "Toni" Lynn Printzos, 70, passed on Saturday, May 31, 2025.  Toni was born December 16, 1954, in Muncie, Indiana, to Sam and Bess Printzos. The Printzos family moved from Muncie to New Haven in 1969 where Toni attended New Haven Jr/Sr High School.  Upon graduation, she attended Ball State University where she received a degree in Special Education. Toni...

David Lopez

David Lopez

May 30, 2025

David P. Lopez, 69, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Pedro and Helen Lopez. Dave graduated from Snider High School, in Fort Wayne and enjoyed working as a skilled laborer at Container Corporation for many years. He was very passionate about his work and set the example of...

David Wilt

David Wilt

May 29, 2025

David A. Wilt, age 69, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025, in Fort Wayne, IN.  He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Ralph Wilt and Marcile Moor, David proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army. His skill as a professional carpenter led him to work on various movie sets, including Lonesome Dove...

Shea Billingsley

Shea Billingsley

May 29, 2025

Shea DeVoe Billingsley passed away peacefully in his parent's arms Thursday, May 29, 2025, in Fort Wayne. He was born on August 19, 2024, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Shea was such a happy baby and brought a smile to everybody's faces. He loved to be held and snuggled by his parents. His favorite activities included watching anything that lit up,...

James Mcelroy

James Mcelroy

May 28, 2025

James Kerry McElroy, Sr., father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025. He was 52 years old. Born in Rome, GA, on October 29,1972. He is preceded in death by his parents Janie Kines Bowling, Jimmy McElroy and Sister Regina Woodard. He is survived by his son and daughter in law Kerry and Jenna McElroy of Bluffton,...

Suzan Harris

Suzan Harris

May 27, 2025

Suzan Harris, 75, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025, in Fort Wayne. Suzan was a free soul who was always ready for her next adventure. She chose to enjoy life which led to many passions and interests. She had a big heart for music and spent many years traveling, playing piano and singing. She was a crafter and loved to...

Ralph Costello

Ralph Costello

May 26, 2025

Ralph Costello, 70, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025. He was born in Decatur to the late Alfonso and Joyce Costello and graduated from Bellmont High School. Ralph is survived by his wife of 20 years, Debra Costello; daughter, Louisa Costello; nieces, Beth Costello, Hannah Geels, and LeeAnn (David) Gibson; grandchildren, Stone Costello (fiancé Stephen Lafavers), Andrew...

Phillip A. Walton Jr.

Phillip A. Walton Jr.

May 24, 2025

Phillip A. Walton Jr., 73, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on May 24, 2025 . Born on August 28, 1951 , in Waxahachie, Texas, Phillip was a beloved father, mentor and friend.  Phillip was a 1969 graduate of Waxahachie High School then went on to the serve his country in the United States Marine Corps. He is survived by...

Zenaida Niño

Zenaida Niño

May 24, 2025

Zenaida Nino, 32 of Fort Wayne went Home to the Lord on Saturday, May 254, 2025.  She was born in Fort Wayne on October 4, 1992 to Jesus nino Romero and Evangelina Nino.  She graduated from Snider High School in 2011.  Zenaida loved drawing, painting and tattooing.  She recently had started her tattoo apprenticeship.  She had a contagious laugh and...

Phyllis Stanley

Phyllis Stanley

May 24, 2025

Phyllis Marie Stanley (Cameron) , a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, nurse, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025 at the age of 89.

Born on January 18, 1936 in Detroit, Michigan, Phyllis dedicated her life to caring for others — both in her career as a nurse and in the way she raised...

Nicholas Wilhelm

Nicholas Wilhelm

May 23, 2025

Nicholas "Nick" J. Wilhelm, 79, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025. He was born in Hillsdale, MI to the late Herbert and Catherine (Warren) Wilhelm on May 29, 1945. When he was a child, his family moved to Ney, OH where they ran the Wilhelm Apple Orchard. He graduated from high school in Farmer, OH and...

Patricia Heaston

Patricia Heaston

May 22, 2025

Patricia Ann Heaston, 96, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on May 22, 2025.  Born in Huntington, IN, she was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Patricia loved shopping, painting water colors, and traveling-especially to the Palm Beach area- and spending time with her family, which brought her the greatest joy. She is survived by her children Rebecca Heaston,...

Jerry Crandall

Jerry Crandall

May 22, 2025

Jerry Crandall, 64, died on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, surrounded by a room full of people who love him. He will be truly missed. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Janice Crandall, brothers Jim, Jack, Jeff; sister Judy McGuire, brothers in law Michael McGuire and Bruce LeSure. Jerry is survived by brothers Joe (Kathie), and John...

Destiny Bennett

Destiny Bennett

May 22, 2025

Destiny Lauren Bennett, 18, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025. She was born in Denver, CO on June 27, 2006 to Jason Bennett and Amber Kennedy. Destiny graduated from Carroll High School in 2024. Destiny was a social butterfly and passionately loved football including Notre Dame and the Indianapolis Colts. She enjoyed country music and loved...

David Keller

David Keller

May 18, 2025

David Keller, 85, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born in Hicksville, OH to the late Robert and Garnet Keller. David was passionate about his collections as he invested a lot of time in his coin collection, knife collection, and playing his favorite sweepstakes. David is survived by his two daughters; Tianti Crook, and...

Thomas Skevington Jr.

Thomas Skevington Jr.

May 16, 2025

Sergeant First Class Thomas Henry "Tom" Skevington, Junior, passed away on May 15, 2025, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born June 20, 1948, in the same city he called home throughout his life, Tom was 76 years old. A proud veteran, Tom served his country with distinction as a Sergeant First Classin the United States Army during the Vietnam...

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