Nov 19, 2025

Carmen Maria Tollinchi, 68, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday November 19, 2025. She was born in Chicago, IL. To the late Aristides and Rosa Tollinchi. Carmen retired from Metaldyne, currently known as AAM in Fort Wayne. Carmen is survived by, son, Adrian Thompson and his children, Candace Leija, Nikol (Jacob) Huston, Ariel Bohn. Daughter, Carmen (Alejandro) Robledo and...

Nov 19, 2025

Detta K. Gass , 81, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born in Fulton, Indiana, Detta was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Helen (Pownall) Gault.  She was recruited straight out of high school to work for the FBI as an administrator in Washington DC. During her working years, she also contributed her talents...

Nov 18, 2025

James Willard Blake, Sr. (1935-2025) James Willard Blake, Sr., age 90, of Fort Wayne, IN, died at home on November 18, 2025 after a long, hard fought battle with dementia. "Jimmy", as he was known in his early years, was born in Clifftop, WV in 1935 to Clarence and Lure Blake, the second of their four children and the only...

Nov 18, 2025

Kelly K. "Moose/ Big Mac" Rainey, 63, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born to Chere (Hensley) Stirlen-Heck and the late William Robert Rainey on April 11, 1962 in Fort Wayne. She graduated from Wayne High School. Kelly was a member of the Moose Lodge. She worked for Hattersley and Sons and was...

Nov 18, 2025

Rosemary Elaine Latham, age 78, of New Haven, IN passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025.  She was born in Van Wert, OH  to the late Carl and Nelleta Reidenbach.  Rosemary loved caring for her family as a homemaker and later worked as a nurse.  She was a former member of Epiphany Lutheran Church and enjoyed sewing, music, and dancing.  Most...

Nov 17, 2025

Randle Lee Moles Sr., age 80 , of Fort Wayne passed away Monday, November 17, 2025 at Majestic Care of New Haven.  He was born in Decatur, AL to the late Emmitt Moles and Earline Mahathy.  Randle worked in construction as a roofer and was involved in the roofing of the Follinger Theater at Franke Park.   He was an avid...

Nov 17, 2025

Chris Bennet Petersen , 74, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, November 17, 2025, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born in Elmhurst, Illinois, Chris was a son of the late James Petersen and Florence Mitchell. Driven by a desire to serve and distinguished by his athletic and personal integrity, Chris earned his place at...

Nov 17, 2025

Jenna Keckler age 74, formerly of Kenton, OH, passed away peacefully November 17,2025. Jenna was born on July 27,1951 to Joe and JoAnna Lones. She is survived by her mother, Jo Anna Lones; a daughter, Amy (Jason) Ashby; brothers, Jerry (Jan), and Jed Lones; a sister Jayne (Bob) Inbody; 2 granddaughters, Hannah (Nick Black) Lackey, and Natalie (Paul) Lackey; special...

Nov 17, 2025

Dennis Allen Johnson age 79, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away Monday, November 17, 2025 in Venice, FL.  He was born in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Leonard and Leon Johnson.  Dennis graduated from Hoagland High School and continued his education at Ball State obtaining a Master's Degree.  While attending Ball State he was an all-conference volleyball player.  Dennis...

Nov 17, 2025

Jerry Lee Coble, 77, of Clarksville , Ind, and most recently living in Fort Wayne with his son, Nathan, and family, passed away on November 17th 2025. Jerry was born in New Albany, Ind. After high school he served his country in the United States Navy for 4 years and courageously fought in the Vietnam War. He enjoyed fishing, and...

Nov 14, 2025

Michael G. Doneff, 55, a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, died November 14, surrounded by family and friends after a brave battle with cancer. He was the only child of the late George and Faye (Atkinson) Doneff. Michael was a career grocery man, working 10 years at Meijer and 22 years for Kroger's at the Dupont and Georgetown stores. Customers...

Nov 14, 2025

Boyd M. Tarney, 78, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025. Boyd was a Marine Veteran and a mechanic at NIPSCO. Boyd was an avid outdoorsman, world traveler, sports fan, and golfer.

Boyd was the son of the late Marshall O. and Hattie Mae (Magill) Tarney. Boyd is survived by his loving wife of...

Nov 13, 2025

Carol Marie Wagner, 71, of Fort Wayne, went Home to the Lord on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at home. She was born on October 1, 1954 to the late Eugene W. and Alice Louise (Hunt) Gee in Defiance, OH. She graduated from Defiance High School, Northwest Tech and had Wilton Cake Decorating Certification. On October 7, 1978 she married the...

Nov 12, 2025

Roselyn A. Schoditsch, 84, of Ft Wayne, passed away on Wednesday November 12, 2025, with her devoted husband by her side. Roselyn loved her family. She especially enjoyed her grandchildren and caring for her home. Roselyn was a member of Our Hope Lutheran Church in Huntertown where she belonged to the Ladies Guild and was active in various other areas...

Nov 12, 2025

Mary Ann Franco Thorp, 61 of New Haven, Indiana, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, with her family by her side. Born in Hillsdale, Michigan to Donald Wayne Thorp and Maria Anatalia Thorp. Mary lived a life defined by grace alongside her strength, and fierce compassion for others. Her smile and sense of humor lit up every room. She...

Nov 12, 2025

We are sad to announce the passing of Elizabeth "Betty" Overman. She passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025 after recently celebrating her 100th birthday. Her passion for genealogy carries with the love for her family. Elizabeth is survived by her four children, Phillip, Dennis (Elaine), David Overman, and Linda Hinrichs; 7 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death...

Nov 11, 2025

Judy A. Woods, age 77,  passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at her home in Fort Wayne, IN.  She was born in Marion, AL to her late mother, Mary Martin.  Judy retired from Mullinix Packages, INC after working there many years and making many friends.  She  was a faithful member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church where she...

Nov 10, 2025

Lora Ruth Thrasher, 56, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025, at home in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born in Richmond, Indiana to Ron and Carolyn Allen. Lora was a talented project manager and consultant at Cornerstone. Other recent employment included Medical Protective and Briljent where she was known for argyle socks and candy cane pens at Christmas. Lora...

Nov 10, 2025

Nov 9, 2025

Richard "Dick" Oberlin, 95, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Dick was a son of the late Glenn and Mary "Geneva" (Hagerty) Oberlin. Dick graduated from Central High School, Class of 1949. He married Ilo Ann Patten on December 18, 1987, in Fort Wayne, Indiana....