William Gatchell
Mar 26, 2025
William "Bill" Clark Gatchell, 77, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. He was born to the late Millard Clark and Catherine Louise (Ryan) Gatchell on February 25, 1948 in Fort Wayne. He graduated from Bellevue High School in Michigan and Michigan State University. Bill proudly served in the US Marines during Vietnam. He retired from the...
Patricia Starnes
Mar 25, 2025
Patricia "Pat" Ann Starnes, 68, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. She was born to the late Leonard R. and Mary M. (Fender) Floyd. Pat married Jeffrey Starnes January 5, 1990 in Fort Wayne. Pat worked as a cashier for several years. She loved putting puzzles together. She was a member of Waynedale Baptist Church. Pat...
Patricia Jones
Mar 25, 2025
Patricia A. (Franks) Jones, 87, joyfully accepted her wings to heaven on March 25, 2025. She will be missed daily by those who loved her, but those same people will celebrate that her crooked fingers now point straight again, her feet no longer cause her pain, and her memory now serves her well. She was born in Wawaka, IN, and...
Martha Bendel
Mar 25, 2025
Martha R. Bendel, 94, a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, passed peacefully into God's loving arms on March 25, 2025. Born on January 16, 1931, to Claren P. and Gladys M. Squires, she graduated from Central High School, where she was a member of the band. It was there that she met her future husband, Donald. They were married for...
Paul Mason
Mar 23, 2025
Paul D. Mason, 55, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Paul was a son of Bill and Pat (Wylie) Mason. Paul graduated from New Haven High School and earned his CNC certificate through IVY Tech. During his working years, Paul worked for Kyocera Precision Tools for many...
William "Bill" Furge
Mar 22, 2025
WILLIAM "BILL" FURGE, 76, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center with his family by his side. Born in Fort Wayne, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Elizabeth Furge. Bill was a longtime accounts payable manager at ITT/L3Harris where he retired after over 30 years of dedicated service. He was also a former...
Nikki Tellman
Mar 22, 2025
Nikki Lynn Tellman, 35, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Born in Wabash, Indiana, Nikki was a daughter of Bradley and Peggy (Huber) Shane. Nikki graduated from Lakeland Christian Academy and earned her cosmetology degree from Master's Cosmetology School. Nikki was a very talented hairdresser. While hard at work making others look their best, she...
Mozella Harvard
Mar 21, 2025
Mozella Harvard, 84, passed away Friday, March 21, 2025, in Fort Wayne at her home. She was born in Jeffersonville, Georgia. Mozella is survived by her husband, James T Burks and her children; Melvin (Ali) Harvard, Darren (Carie) Harvard, James Harvard, Timothy Burks, and Shalom Harvard; grandchildren, Laveasea (Jesse) Harvard, Darren (Tamara) Harvard Jr., Devon (Kayla) Harvard, Danisha (DaVonte) Holliness,...
Donald Baker
Mar 21, 2025
Donald Paul Baker, 52, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Fort Wayne on February 3, 1973 to the late Don and Pauline (Nix) Baker. Don graduated from Bishop Luers in 1991 and Indiana University. His passion was playing basketball, he also enjoyed hiking, fishing, and playing...
Marvin "Bud" Hamilton
Mar 21, 2025
Marvin "Bud" Hamilton III, 81, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025. He was born to the late Marvin and Susanna (Flaningam) Hamilton Jr on December 21, 1943 in Indianapolis. He was an alumnus of Taylor University, Florida Bible College, and Liberty University. Throughout his career he was a National Championship Winning, Hall of Fame College Men's...
Alan Talmage
Mar 21, 2025
Alan R. Talmage, age 87, passed away Friday, March 21, 2025, at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Kendallville, IN to the late Ernest and Dorothea Talmage. Alan proudly served as a Captain for the U.S. Army and returned home to work as a farmer. He was a member of the Rotary Club, Gideons International, and several...
Stacy Beck
Mar 20, 2025
Stacy M. Beck age 36, of Fort Wayne passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025, in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Fayetteville, NC to Dalton Gale and Lenora (Earl) Lamar. Stacy worked in construction and enjoyed fishing in his free time. He loved Ohio State athletics, the Cleveland Browns, and most of all, surrounding himself with friends and family. ...
Devon Hovis
Mar 20, 2025
Devon Ray Hovis, 22, passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025, in Fort Wayne, where he was born. Devon was a true nature man. You could find him outside fishing, hunting, and catching all sorts of creatures from fish to snakes. He loved his dogs and cruising in his car with his windows down, feeling the breeze....
Harold Hurst
Mar 19, 2025
Harold E. "Sparky" Hurst, 73, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday March 19, 2025. Harold served honorably in the United States Army from May, 08, 1971 until July 28, 1980. He was a SSgt and tank commander. He served with the 1st of the 1st 196 Light Infantry Brigade. Harold served one full tour plus a partial tour in...
Armando Escamilla
Mar 19, 2025
Armando P. Escamilla, age 82, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Zuazua, Mexico, and worked locally as a tile and terrazzo installer. Armando will be lovingly remembered for willingness to help others and his friendly nature. He is survived by his wife, Margarita Escamilla; children, Armando Escamilla Jr., Hilda Escamilla, Raimundo (Alisa)...
Judy Nash
Mar 19, 2025
Judy Ann Nash, 65, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Judy was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Cousino) Dutt. Judy loved swimming and was part of the Special Olympics, where she earned medals for her performance. She loved animals, especially dogs, doing word searches, watching tv and giving her opinion. She...
John Edgar
Mar 18, 2025
John G. Edgar, 69, of Huntertown, passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at his home. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Jerry and Ann Edgar. John was a member of First Assembly of God Church. John is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Debi Edgar; his children, Danielle (Bill) Shannon, John (Holly) Edgar, Gabrielle...
Elizabeth "Kady" Aumiller
Mar 17, 2025
Elizabeth "Kady" Aumiller, 75, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Kady was a daughter of the late Robert and Dena (Nordman) Berning. Kady earned her Bachelor's Degree from Valparaiso in 1970. She worked for Outboard Marine Corp and AT&T for many years prior to her retirement. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, quilting, fishing, and playing...
Pamala "Pam" Hoelle
Mar 15, 2025
Pamala "Pam" Hoelle, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Pam was born July 31, 1964, in Orlando, Florida. Pam enjoyed cooking, vacationing, fishing, her pets, and watching her beloved Colts on Sunday. Most importantly, Pam enjoyed spending quality time with her husband, kids, and grandchildren. Pam leaves behind...
Teresa Beck
Mar 13, 2025
Teresa A. Beck, 67, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on Thursday March 13, 2025. Teresa bravely fought breast cancer for 13 years. She was a member of the Maumee River Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. Her faith in the Bible's promises helped keep her strong. Her favorite scripture was Psalms 37:11- "But the meek will possess the earth and they...
