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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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Nahun De Jesus Hernandez Turcios

Nahun De Jesus Hernandez Turcios

Jun 28, 2026

Nahun De Jesus Hernandez Turcios, de 52 años, de Fort Wayne, falleció el domingo 28 de junio de 2026. Nació en El Salvador, hijo de Manuel De Jesus Hernandez y Marina Estla Turcios De Hernandez, el 11 de octubre de 1973.

Nahun deja atrás a sus hijos: Viviana Hernandez, Persie De Jesus Hernandez, Marina Hernandez Lopez, Nahun Isaias Hernandez Lopez, Mario...

Jerri Lee Hoffman

Jerri Lee Hoffman

Jun 28, 2026

Jerri L. Hoffman, 78, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday June 28th, 2026. Jerri was born in Hammond, IN. to the late Jerome and Jeanette Hoffman. She studied at the University of St Francis where she earned a degree in elementary education. Jerri spent her career in banking assuming different roles from mortgage loan lending, to private client services....

Carol Salge

Carol Salge

Jun 27, 2026

Carol Salge, 66, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026. She was born in Fort Wayne on September 10, 1959. Carol was employed by Wellspring Social Services for 32 years as Director of Neighborhood Services. She was active with the West Central Neighborhood Association and served on the Christmas Bureau Board of Directors. Carol enjoyed crafting, animals,...

Dawn Machelle Forsythe

Dawn Machelle Forsythe

Jun 26, 2026

Dawn M. Forsythe, 57 of Fort Wayne, passed away on June 26, 2026. Born to Ralph and Darleen (Hutchens) Forsythe on February 7, 1969, Dawn attended St. Rose School in Lima Ohio. She later attended Elmhurst High School in Fort Wayne, graduating in 1988.

Surviving is her son, Andrew Forsythe of Fort Wayne; her sister, Susy Pyles of Lima Ohio; several...

Ramona Fay Springer

Ramona Fay Springer

Jun 26, 2026

Ramona Fay Springer, 71, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Born on September 26, 1954, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Ramona was the beloved daughter of Roma and Frieda Springer. Ramona was raised in Harlan, Indiana, and spent most of her life in Fort Wayne, where she built lasting friendships and touched...

Katherine Lynn Diehm

Katherine Lynn Diehm

Jun 23, 2026

Katherine Lynn Diehm, 69, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Katherine was a daughter of the late Von and Vivian (Ross) Snyder. She graduated from South Side High School and later earned her Associate Degree in Behavioral Health from (college name).

Throughout her working years, Katherine dedicated herself...

Thea Lynn Stauffer

Thea Lynn Stauffer

Jun 23, 2026

Thea Lynn Stauffer, 68, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Born in Toledo, Ohio, Thea was a daughter of the late Richard Zielinski and Carol Zielinski, who survives. Thea dedicated 29 years of service to GTE before retiring. While she took pride in her career, her greatest joy in life was...

Timothy Emmett Bresnahan

Timothy Emmett Bresnahan

Jun 22, 2026

Timothy “Tim” Bresnahan, 81, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, June 22, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Tim was the son of the late Robert and Katherine Bresnahan. He graduated from South Whitley High School before earning a bachelor’s degree in Education from Murray State University and a...

James Emil Mergenthal

James Emil Mergenthal

Jun 22, 2026

James "Jim" Emil Mergenthal, age 82, passed away on June 22, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Batesville, IN, to the late Emmet and Ruth Mergenthal. Jim was a devoted choral teacher for 32 years, serving at Hoagland High School and Monroeville High School, and continuing his career after their merger into Heritage High School. He was...

Jenean Pierce

Jenean Pierce

Jun 21, 2026

Jenean Pierce, 83, of Marion, Indiana passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026. She was born in Oneida, TN on September 21, 1942 to the late Huzle and Gile Sexton. She graduated from Oneida High School. Jenean worked at General Tire in Marion, IN until the factory closed. She then moved down to TN with her late husband, Jerry Pierce....

Kelly Sue Bulmahn

Kelly Sue Bulmahn

Jun 21, 2026

Kelly Sue Bulmahn, 64, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Kelly was a daughter of the late Richard and Anna (Miller) Axt. She attended North Side High School and spent her entire life in the community she loved. Kelly met the love of her life, James...

Richard Umberto Zuccolotto

Richard Umberto Zuccolotto

Jun 21, 2026

Richard Umberto Zuccolotto, age 85, passed away June 21, 2026, at his home in Leo, IN. He was born in Gary, IN, to the late Avener and Mary Zuccolotto. Richard worked as a project manager with Comstock, an electrical contractor in Washington State, where he was known for his commitment to quality. He enjoyed golfing, especially at Cedar Creek and...

Michelle Aileen Robinson

Michelle Aileen Robinson

Jun 19, 2026

MICHELLE AILEEN ROBINSON, 62, OF FORT WAYNE, IN, TOOK HER FINAL REST ON FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026. SHE WAS BORN IN EAST SAINT LOUIS, IL ON MARCH 10, 1964. TO THE LATE JAMES ROBINSON & MADGE (BROWN) STEWART. THEY MOVED TO FORT WAYNE, IN IN 1969 AND SHE EVENTUALLY ATTENDED NORTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL AND WORKED AT "STATE SCHOOL." OVER...

Joseph Htoo

Joseph Htoo

Jun 19, 2026

To our beloved, Joseph Htoo, took his last breath peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2026 at the age of 16. He was born to Kae Blu Htoo and Hser Eh Paw in Atlanta, Georgia on April 7, 2010.

Joseph was a son, a brother, a friend, a leader and he was known for his smile, humour, generosity, kindness, and always fixing...

Michelle Renee Briggs

Michelle Renee Briggs

Jun 18, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michelle Briggs, who passed away at the age of 48. Throughout her life, she worked in hospitality, where she found joy in caring for others and making people feel welcome. She had a deep love for animals and a special appreciation for classic movies and music from the ’80s...

Naomi Pauline Pohl

Naomi Pauline Pohl

Jun 18, 2026

Naomi Pauline Pohl, 84, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Born in Goshen, Indiana, Naomi was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Marie (Bailey) Swihart. She graduated from New Paris High School and later earned her accounting degree from Fort Wayne Commercial College. Throughout her working years, Naomi served...

Philip E. Haberkorn

Philip E. Haberkorn

Jun 18, 2026

Philip E. Haberkorn, 75 of Fort Wayne, IN passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026. Phil was born on March 18 and grew up in St. Joe, IN.

Phil attended Eastside High School and then obtained his Telecommunications degree from Indiana University in 1985. Phil began his career early in 1972 at the Fort Wayne News Sentinel as a part time...

Marsha Lynn Baker

Marsha Lynn Baker

Jun 18, 2026

Marsha Lynn Baker, 77, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, June 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Marsha was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Dorothy (Johnson) Meyer. She graduated from South Side High School, Class of 1966. Throughout her career, Marsha worked in a variety...

Billy G. Long

Billy G. Long

Jun 18, 2026

Billy G. Long, 72, of Ossian, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born to the late Jodie Richmond and Daisy Pearl (Jackson) Long in Fort Wayne on December 9, 1953. Billy married Sharon Miller on October 31, 1973 in Fort Bragg, NC. Billy proudly served in the US Army from 1971 to...

Talen Rhys Nicola-Walker

Talen Rhys Nicola-Walker

Jun 17, 2026

Talen Rhys Nicola-Walker, 10, of Yoder, went to the Lord on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. He was born in Fort Wayne to Devin Walker and Megan (Nicola) Lipkins on July 9, 2015. Talen was a student at Lafayette Meadows Elementary School in Roanoke. Talen was all boy. He loved football, basketball, biking, music, singing, dancing, wrestling, motorcycles, fishing, swimming, playing...

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