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...
Norleen Davenport
Mar 13, 2025
Norleen Davenport, 76, passed away Thursday, March 13, 2025, in Fort Wayne. She was born in Warsaw, IN to the late Rex and Joan Symonds. A true servant at heart, Norleen dedicated her life to uplifting and helping others. Whether through a warm embrace, a word of encouragement, or a simple act of service, she embodied the belief that a...
Catharine Kile
Mar 12, 2025
Catharine Ruth Kile, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, at the age of 65, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born on November 15, 1958, Catharine was a vibrant spirit whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of all who knew her. Catharine is survived by her devoted husband,...
Alegria Fine
Mar 11, 2025
Alegria Aserraf Fine, 63, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Morocco to the late Isaac and Sultana Aserraf. Alegria worked as a teacher's assistant at South Side High School and she enjoyed working alongside her coworkers and with her students. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Neil Fine; children, Nathan...
Joan Gilpin
Mar 11, 2025
Joan (Williams) Gilpin, 96, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Roanoke, IN. She was born on February 4, 1929, in Lima, OH to the late Harley and Lena Williams. Joan attended Fort Wayne Bible College. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother (grandma great). She taught Bible stories in Child Evangelism Fellowship for over 45 years. She...
Norma Shaffer
Mar 11, 2025
Norma Jean Shaffer, 92, passed away at Kingston Residence on March 11, 2025, surrounded by loving family. She was born December 20, 1932 near Monroeville, Indiana to Hazel and Andrew Gerardot. She was married for over 70 years to the love of her life, Stanley Shaffer. Norma created the home everyone would want to grow up in and have for...
Alceon Smith
Mar 10, 2025
Alceon E. Smith, 89, of Fort Wayne, Ind. passed away peacefully on Monday March 10th, 2025. She worked in the accounting departments at Sears and Kaman Industries. Alceon will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed reading, gardening, crossword puzzles and word searches. She is survived by her children, Rick Smith, Randy Smith, Kory (Patricia) Smith; grandchildren,...
Elizabeth Duff
Mar 10, 2025
Elizabeth Jane Duff passed into heaven Monday, March 10, on her 85th BIRTHDAY! She was born in Irvine, KY, into a family of 13, and grew up on a picturesque farm. She moved to Fort Wayne and successfully worked in the banking industry. She also was a dedicated mother and grandmother. Surviving are her children M. Elaine (Jim) Berning, of...
Earl Kinnison
Mar 10, 2025
Earl Kinnison, 102, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, March 10, 2025. Born in Greenville, Ohio, Earl was a son of the late Walter and Osa (Hixson) Kinnison. Earl met the love of his life Pearl "Louise" Palmerton at a roller-skating rink and from that day they spent the next 80 years together...
Stephanie Robinson
Mar 7, 2025
Stephanie K. Robinson, 72, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 7, 2025. She was born on September 1, 1952, to Gorman and Helen (Karst) Ludwig. She graduated from Bishop Luers High School in 1970 and worked at the Do It Best corporate office for nearly 40 years before retiring in 2011....
Timothy Jackson
Mar 7, 2025
Timothy Floyd Jackson, age 61, passed away Friday, March 7, 2025, at his home in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born on Fort Wayne's birthday, October 22, in 1963 to the late Robert and Mary Jackson. Tim worked locally as a welder and maintenance repair technician for several companies. Tim was a jack of all trades and could often be...
Sherry Bennett
Mar 7, 2025
Sherry L. Bennett, 93, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Crown Point, IN, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025. She was born to the late Allen Roy and Sylvia Bernice (Gunkel) Tucker on March 13, 1931 in Fort Wayne. Sherry graduated from Griffith High in 1947. Before retirement, she was a retail clerk at Wal-Mart. Sherry is survived by her...
Mary Nonemaker
Mar 6, 2025
Mary Helen Nonemaker, 96, of Fort Wayne, Ind. Passed away on Thursday March 6, 2025. Mary is survived by her children, Sheila (Russ) Wyss, Brian Nonemaker, John (Judy) Nonemaker, and Lori (Diana) Nonemaker; 5 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack in 2009; and daughter in law, Beth Nonemaker. Per Mary's wishes there will...
John "Jack" Orr
Mar 5, 2025
John "Jack" Orr, 83, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Jack was born in Roanoke, Indiana a son of the late Harold and Johanna (Beltz) Orr. Jack worked for International Harvester for over 35 years, prior to his retirement. Jack is survived by his daughter, Lois Shears; sons, Ronald Orr and Bryan Orr; 6 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Jack...
