Obituaries

Jul 9, 2025

Catherine J. Osterholt-Searles, 58, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.  Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Catherine was a daughter of the late Herman Osterholt and Jeanette Osterholt who survives.  Catherine graduated from Wayne High School.  She was a beloved daughter, a loving mother, wonderful sister, and caring aunt to her family.  You could often find Catherine outdoors tending to...

Jul 8, 2025

Stephanie Beth Richardson, 43, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.  Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Stephanie was a daughter of Steven Richardson Sr. and Beth (McKeever) Richardson who preceded her in death in 2018.  Stephanie graduated from Snider High School.  She worked in retail sales for several companies.  Family was her main priority in life.  She cherished her time...

Jul 8, 2025

Linda M. Castator, 75, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, June 8th, 2025. Born in Fort Wayne as one of seven siblings, Linda graduated from Central High School. She retired from the City of Fort Wayne after many years of service. Linda is survived by her daughter, Judy Ann (Mark) Peters; son, Jeff Castator; grandchildren, Justin (Stephanie) James, Jordan...

Jul 8, 2025

Deborah K. Cristofano, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at her home in Fort Wayne, IN.  She was born in LaPorte, IN to the late Ralph and Mary Harness, Deborah built a life grounded in dedication and resilience. She began her career as an office manager in her father's plumbing business and most recently at TruckPro.

Jul 7, 2025

Seth S. Felger, 28, passed away on July 7th, 2025 as the result of an automobile accident in Florida, where he had recently moved. He was born in Fort Wayne on May 21, 1997. Seth is survived by his parents, Chris and Leah Felger(Wilcoxson); his sister Taylor (Chad) Jahn; he was the uncle to two nephews; his grandparents, Lowell and...

Jul 7, 2025

Sandra Jean "Sandy" Maloney, 72, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025 at Parkview Regional Medical Center.  Born in Wheelwright, Kentucky, Sandy was a daughter of the late Boyd and Stella Thornsbury.  Sandy graduated from Wheelwright High School, class of 1971.  She married Michael Maloney on February 12, 1977 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.  During her working years, Sandy did clerical...

Jul 7, 2025

Deverl E Whitehead, formerly of Grabill, Indiana, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born on May 13, 1936, in Pierceton, Indiana, to Dale and Margaret (Garner) Whitehead. For the past four years, he resided at Heritage Pointe in Fort Wayne, where he received compassionate and dedicated care. On August 14, 1966, Deverl...

Jul 7, 2025

Tim "Scooter" Hodgin, 74, formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully at home in Goodyear Arizona on Monday, July 7, 2025, after a very recent diagnosis of cancer. Tim was born on April 26, 1951, in Winchester Indiana to the late Douglas and Laura Rae Hodgin. He spent most of his youth in the southern Ohio region. His family moved...

Jul 5, 2025

Steven P. Ellingwood, 72, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family after an extended illness. He was born on August 25, 1952 to the late Robert Eugene and Lou Ann (Gallmeier) Ellingwood in Fort Wayne. Steve graduated from Concordia High School in 1970. He retired as an electrician at Auburn...

Jul 2, 2025

Benita "Bunny" Closson passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, in Fort Wayne, IN. She is survived by three children, Mike Closson, Eric Closson, and Michelle (Keith) Walker; two grandkids and three great-grandkids. A public visitation will take place at Fairhaven Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Monday, July 14, 2025, from 12:30 - 1:30 pm. A burial at Covington...

Jun 30, 2025

Frances Gail Dorton Huff, 88, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025. Born in Scott County, VA, she was the daughter of the late Lester and Margaret Bowen Dorton. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jon C. Huff, her son, Robert Lee McClellan, and her daughter, Margaret Kathrine McClellan. She was...

Jun 29, 2025

Bruce D. Chamberlin, 80, of Spencerville, Indiana, closed his eyes for the last time on this earth and opened them in the arms of Jesus on June 29, at Parkview Regional Medical Center – Fort Wayne. He was the son of Sears Hill Chamberlin and Helen Virginia McCollum and was born in Auburn, New York, on May 28,...

Jun 28, 2025

Heath Saylor, 58, passed away June 28th, 2025 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born to Phyllis and Eugene, who have preceded him in death. He was a welder for 27 years at PWC Fabrication. He loved hunting, riding his motorcycle with his friends and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife of 38 years Tammy,...

Jun 28, 2025

William S. Petroff Jr. of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on June 28, 2025. Born February 12, 1943 in Cleveland, Ohio, William served as Staff Sergeant for four years in the United States Air Force as a Russian Language Intelligence Specialist and Voice Interceptor Processing Specialist. He served overseas in Japan and Türkiye. He was awarded the Small Arms Expert...

Jun 27, 2025

Matthew Lee Weimer, 57, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, in Fort Wayne, IN. Growing up, he liked to play baseball with his friends. He loved to fish at Lake Erie and really enjoyed ice fishing. Matthew is survived by his sister, Melinda (Tom) Muntzinger; brother, Rick Weimer; several nieces and nephews; and his faithful...

Jun 26, 2025

Sharon Kay Napier, age 78, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in Fort Wayne, IN. Born in Indianapolis, IN to the late Elmer Napier and Hazel May McCoy and was a lifetime resident Cleveland,OH. Sharon devoted her life to caring for others both as a homemaker and as a dedicated nurse's aide.

Sharon will be remembered...

Jun 26, 2025

Kenneth Gene Aikins died on June 26th, at Dupont Hospital after a brief illness. A lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, Ken was born on June 2nd, 1952, to Gale E. and Lucille V. Aikins. He was a graduate of Carroll High School in 1971. Following his graduation, he became a proud member of the United States Air Force, and subsequently,...

Jun 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce that Mary Ann Buisman has passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease on Wednesday June 25, 2025, at the age of 71 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Mary Ann was a devoted mother, a kind soul and a remarkable woman who left an impression on the lives of...

Jun 25, 2025

Gary Lee Crosley, 78, passed away at home in Fort Wayne on June 25, 2025. Gary was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ruth (Beck) Crosley. Gary was surrounded by his loved ones when he passed and was loved and knew he was loved. Gary was a kind, patient and caring husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Gary...

Jun 24, 2025

Ronnie "Nate" Bristol, age 39, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on June 24, 2025. Born in Lansing, MI, he was the cherished son of Ron and Kathy Bristol, who survive.

Nate devoted his life to ministry, faithfully serving where his warm smile, boundless energy, and faith in Jesus left a lasting impact on all who knew...