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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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Dianna Galbraith

Dianna Galbraith

Apr 15, 2025

Dianna L. Galbraith age 75, passed away Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 in Fort Wayne.  She was born in Fort Wayne to the late Ronald and Jaquline Koenig.  Dianna is survived by her two sons, Tim Galbraith and Andy Galbraith; and siblings, Carolyn Baker, Ron (Randi) Koenig, Georgianna (Tom) Richardson, Robert (Pamela) Koenig.  A private memorial will be held at a...

Deborah Judy

Deborah Judy

Apr 15, 2025

Deborah Anne Judy, age 76, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at her home in New Haven, IN.  She was born in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Robert Shaw and Margaret (Metheny) Connor.  Deb worked her career as a dental hygienist for over 40 years and loved caring for people in her role.  She was a member of Faith...

Nancy Hoshour

Nancy Hoshour

Apr 14, 2025

Nancy Hoshour, 63, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center.  Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Nancy was a daughter of the late Harold and Sophie (Fiedler) Vonderau.  Nancy graduated from Woodland High School.  During her working years, Nancy worked for ITT.   While there her feisty personality gave way to a nickname her coworkers tagged her...

Kathleen Twohig

Kathleen Twohig

Apr 14, 2025

FORT WAYNE IN, LOUDON TN, WHITING IN; Kathleen (Stofcik) Twohig, 80, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, in Fort Wayne Indiana. She was born on November 16, 1944 in Whiting, Indiana to the late Peter and Mary Stofcik. She was a resident of the Whiting-Robertsdale community. She was a graduate of George Rogers Clark High School, Class of 1962....

Steven Karst

Steven Karst

Apr 12, 2025

Steven T. Karst, 75, of Auburn, went Home to the Lord on Saturday, April 12, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Huntington, IN to the late Richard and Lilah (Cook) Karst on April 24, 1949. Steven graduated from Huntington Catholic High School and Ivy Tech. He proudly served in the US Marines in the Vietnam War....

Nancy Mertz

Nancy Mertz

Apr 12, 2025

Nancy Mertz, 58, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 12, 2025, in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on December 17, 1966 Nancy was a daughter of Dianne Mertz.  She had resided at the Waters Nursing Home.  She is survived by her mother, Dianne Mertz, brother, Brian Mertz; her aunt, Judy Jugloff; and...

Marion Prine

Marion Prine

Apr 12, 2025

Marion "Jimmie" James Prine

June 25, 1943-April 12, 2025

Born in Fort Wayne, June 25, 1943 to James and Margaret (Spice) Prine, Jim passed away peacefully at home with family by his side April 12, 2025.

He served our country honorably in the USMC from October 1961-October 1967.

Jimmie enjoyed fishing...

Tommy Shears

Tommy Shears

Apr 11, 2025

Tommy Lee Shears, 73, passed away peacefully at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 9th, 1951 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to the late Glen E. Shears and Mary C. (McHenry) Shears Tucker. Tommy graduated from Leo High School in 1970 and went on to earn his Bachelor of...

James Moore

James Moore

Apr 9, 2025

James W. Moore, age 88, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at his home in Fort Wayne.  He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Jesse and Florence Moore.  James worked as a custodian for over 20 years with South Side High School and was 65 year member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, where he loved to get involved and...

Judith Johnson

Judith Johnson

Apr 8, 2025

Judith Lee Johnson, age 84, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025, at her home in Fort Wayne.  She was born in Detroit, MI, to the late William and Evelyn Eger.  Judith worked as a registered nurse for a local neurologist and also with the American Red Cross.  She was a past leader of the North Side High School Band...

Matthew Mcbride

Matthew Mcbride

Apr 8, 2025

Matthew D. McBride age 49, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025 in Fort Wayne.  He was born in Fort Wayne and a graduate of Northop High School.   Matthew worked at Kroger, and in his free time he enjoyed both playing and watching sports.  He attended St. Paul's Lutheran Church.  Matthew is survived by his father, Doug McBride; mother, Ann McBride;...

Gregory Gotsch

Gregory Gotsch

Apr 8, 2025

Gregory Michael Gotsch started his eternal life in heaven on April 08, 2025. Greg's journey on this Earth was marked by his steadfast love and faith in God. "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life" John 3:16. His faith guided his...

Andria Deck

Andria Deck

Apr 4, 2025

Andria Dawn Deck, age 51, passed away Friday, April 4, 2025 in Fort Wayne, IN.  She was born in Fort Wayne, to her father, David Gillenwater, who preceded her in death; and her mother, Denise Gillenwater, who survives.  Andria worked in medical billing and was known for her focus on details.  She will be remembered for her sarcastic and witty...

Tom Edmondson

Tom Edmondson

Apr 3, 2025

Thomas Leonard "Tom" Edmondson, 70, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.  Born in Bad Kreuznach, Germany Tom was a son of the late Guy and Romilda (Rohrig) Edmondson.  During his working years, Tom was a proud union truck driver for several companies before his retirement.  Simply put, Tom was a great son, dad,...

Dorene Arnett

Dorene Arnett

Apr 3, 2025

Dorene K. Arnett, age 77, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Detroit, MI to the late Richard and Mildred Vale.  Dorene worked as a telemarketer where she excelled in connecting with others and sales. She was a former member of the Leo United Methodist Church, she loved flowers, and was an avid gardener. ...

Shandareen Sanders

Shandareen Sanders

Apr 3, 2025

Shandareen Lelita Sanders passed away at home on April 3, 2025. Born on June 12, 1972, Shandareen brought joy, laughter, and love into the lives of all who knew her. She accepted Christ into her life at an early age. A proud graduate of Paul Harding High School, Shandareen was known for her strong work ethic and dedication, most recently...

Scott Reader

Scott Reader

Apr 3, 2025

Scott Reader , 66, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 3, 2025. Born and raised in Fort Wayne, he was the son of the late Donald and Lavon Reader. Scott dedicated 40 years of his life to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 305, where he was a proud member. He had a passion for...

Mark Richmond

Mark Richmond

Apr 1, 2025

Mark Anthony Richmond, age 68, passed away Tuesday, April 1st, 2025 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Chicago, IL to the late Elijah Richmond and Ethel Lee Jordan.  Mark proudly served his country as a member of the US Army.  He also served as a postal worker, loved music, and was an avid record collector.  Mark...

Ruth Chambers

Ruth Chambers

Apr 1, 2025

Ruth Anne Chambers, 94, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at Parkview North. She is a graduate of Indiana University with a degree in Social Work. Ruth was active in the community. She enjoyed playing bridge with friends and family. Ruth is survived by her daughter, Roberta (Bill) Warriner; son, Richard (Dee), four grandchildren, Robert...

Casey Wyatt-Patterson

Casey Wyatt-Patterson

Apr 1, 2025

Casey Wyatt-Patterson, 43, passed away April 1, 2025, in Fort Wayne, IN, where he was born. Casey was a proud donut business owner who passionately served his community for many years. He often brought in his niece and nephews for some donut making fun. Casey was a huge Kansas City Chiefs fan and enjoyed cheering them...

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