Robert W. Ward
May 8, 2026
Robert W. Ward, 64, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026. He was born to late Alvis and Alice (Brooks) Ward on December 9, 1961 in Fort Wayne. Robert worked in construction for many years. He loved cars, Harley Davidson, and bowling.
Robert is survived by his children, Robert (Jillian) Ward and Krista Ward both of Fort Wayne;...
Carolyn Sue Haines
May 7, 2026
Carolyn Sue Haines, 91, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Thursday May 7th, 2026. She was born to the late George and Marjorie Schisler in Geneva, IN.
Carolyn is survived by her children, Susan Baumgartner of Geneva, Stanley Kim (Jennie) Haines of Portland, Mark (Teresa) Haines of Fort Wayne, Jeff Haines of Ossian, Robin (Tom ) Mack of Leo, and...
David Bower
May 7, 2026
David O. Bower, age 86, passed away on May 7, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on January 9, 1940, in Aurora, Illinois, to the late Verne and Oral Bower. David proudly served in the United States military. He grew up with a strong agricultural background and enjoyed raising dairy cattle in his younger years. Later in life,...
Thomas Gregory Bastress
May 6, 2026
Thomas “Tom” Gregory Bastress, 71, passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on February 5, 1955. Tom, along with his father and brothers, owned and operated Automotive and Industrial Supply (operating as Napa Auto Parts) for over 50 years until his retirement. Tom found joy in spending...
Luis E Claudio
May 6, 2026
Forever in our hearts, Luis E. Claudio, 43, of Fort Wayne, passed away on May 6, 2026. Luis was the friendliest person you could meet and had the sweetest personality. He was loved by all who knew him.
Luis is survived by his sons, Javier and Micah Claudio; daughter, Daniela Claudio; mother, Elizabeth Striegel; father, Jose E. Claudio; sisters, Aracelys Claudio...
Jeffery Charles Steele
May 5, 2026
Jeffery Charles Steele was born on December 31,1961, in Stoughton, WI to Stanley Douglas Steele and Ruth Ries Steele.
He died on May 5th, 2026 at Lutheran Hospital.
He grew up In Janesville, WI going to school at Adam's, St Mary's, Marshall junior high school and Craig Senior High.
He moved to Peachtree city, Georgia in 1983. He worked construction until 1998 and...
Sharion Ann Diemer
May 4, 2026
Sharion A. Diemer, 77, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026, in Fort Wayne. She was born in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, to the late Junior and Edith Calhoun.
She loved traveling and being involved in a few car clubs, including the Wheelin Dealers and the Fort Wayne Street Rod Association. Most of all, she loved spending time with her grandkids and her...
Daniel R. Stratton
May 2, 2026
Daniel R. Stratton
October 14, 1942 — May 2, 2026
Dan Stratton passed away on May 2, 2026 at 83 years old. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, he grew up in Bay City, Michigan before putting down roots in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1974. For the last 30+ years, Leo, Indiana was home.
Dan lived life on his own terms. You could find him...
Walter Deaton Pelfrey
May 1, 2026
Walter Deaton Pelfrey, 87, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026, in Columbia City, Indiana. Walt was born in Breathitt County, Kentucky to the late Samuel and Kizzie Pelfrey. Walter was an extremely humble and gentle soul. Walt was a proud Navy veteran and former Whitley County Deputy Sheriff. He was a longtime member of the American Legion along with...
Tina Louise Ratliff
Apr 30, 2026
Tina Ratliff, 57, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Springfield, MO passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026. She was born in Fort Wayne to Sharon Listenberger and the late Rick EZ Jewett on November 3, 1968. She graduated from High Peoria High School in AZ in 1988. Tina loved the Indianapolis Colts, hunting, bowling, Fort Wayne Senior Games, bingo, animals...
Mary Lou McCleary
Apr 30, 2026
Mary Lou (Gossard) McCleary, 95, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Fort Wayne. She was born in Lima, Ohio, to the late Avery and Marie Gossard. She lived most of her life on a farm in Lafayette, Ohio, where she raised three children with her husband, Glenn (deceased). Mary is survived by one of her children, Ronald (Della)...
Georgia A. Brennan
Apr 30, 2026
Georgia A. Brennan, age 77, passed away April 30, 2026 in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late parents, George and Dorothy. For more than 30 years, Georgia served Fort Wayne Community Schools as a teacher’s assistant and in a variety of other positions. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Robert...
Milton R. Ashby
Apr 29, 2026
Milton Ray Ashby passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Born in New Castle, Indiana, he was the son of the late William and Doris (Marvin) Ashby. Milton graduated from New Castle High School and earned his bachelor’s degree from Purdue University in 1971. He met the love of his life, Barbara Benner, in 1958, and they were married on...
Lucius Bearfield Jr.
Apr 28, 2026
Lucius Bearfield Jr.
1948-2026
Lucius Bearfield Jr., 78, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday, April 28th, 2026.
Lucius was Born in Marion Alabama on March 27th, 1948 to Lucius Bearfield Sr and Rosie Bearfield (Fowlkes). Lucius attended McCulloch Elementary School through 6th grade and he finished his schooling at Central High School. Lucius will be remembered as...
Bonnie Louise Havener
Apr 28, 2026
Bonnie L. Havener, 70, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 28th after a courageous health battle. Bonnie grew up in Fort Wayne. She attended South Side High School. She lived for some time in rural Allen County. She was living in Fort Wayne enjoying the early years of her retirement when she passed. Bonnie created the most amazing...
Sandra Jean Farlow
Apr 26, 2026
Sandra Jean "Sandy" Farlow (Lahrman), 73, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026, in Fort Wayne. Born on February 3, 1953, in Fort Wayne to Woodrow and Hilda Lahrman, Sandy lived a vibrant and fulfilling life marked by her love for family, adventure, and the simple joys of life. Sandy graduated from Elmhurst High School and...
Patricia Ann Fynquist
Apr 25, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Ann Fynquist, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at the age of 90. She was born in Decatur, Iowa to the late Leo and Olive (Orfield) Dobson on December 28, 1935. Pat was one of 12 children.
After retiring from serving as a paralegal, Pat became quite a skilled “stitcher” excelling at needlepoint and quilting....
Angel Buchanan
Apr 25, 2026
Tia “Angel” Buchanan, 47, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on April 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Angel was born on January 8, 1979, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. From the very beginning, she carried a warmth and light that lived up to her name. She was a woman of deep passion, compassion, quiet strength,...
Chrys Ann Kurtz
Apr 24, 2026
Chrys Ann Kurtz, 80, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Oakland, California, Chrys was a daughter of the late Derald “Pete” and Doris (Furnish) Yoder. Chrys was a graduate of Leo High School. In 1965, she married the love of her life, Robert “Bob” Kurtz, and together they shared more...
Carol A. Tyndall
Apr 23, 2026
Carol Annette Tyndall, 87, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026.
Carol lived a full and meaningful life defined by curiosity, compassion, and a deep love for her family and community. A lifelong learner, she was a proud graduate of Butler University and carried her passion for knowledge into both her career and personal life.
She dedicated her...
