Anita Pomfred
Dec 28, 2024
Anita Lorraine Pomfred, age 62, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Indianapolis, IN to the late Robert and Betty Funk. Anita was the President and CEO of Capital Accounting and Consulting for over 20 years. She was very passionate for her work and loved serving her clients who often became her friends. She...
David Stoops
Dec 25, 2024
David A. Stoops, age 67, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2024 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Harold and Mary Ellen Stoops. David worked as a welder with Nucor and most recently at Metaldyne. David is survived by his wife Debra Stoops; children, Joshua Stoops, Megan (Christopher) McDowd, and Steven (Alisa)...
Raymond Bouthot
Dec 25, 2024
Raymond Bouthot, age 70, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on December 25. Born on December 20, 1954, he dedicated his life to his family and his work, leaving behind a legacy of love and commitment. For many years, Ray helped run the family business, Reggie's Small Engines, before embarking on a successful...
Donna Jean Mitchell
Dec 24, 2024
Donna Jean Mitchell (Kay, formerly Lude), 82, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on December 24, 2024. She was born on October 31, 1942, in Coal City, Indiana, to Donald and Jane (Love) Kay. Donna grew up in the Waynedale area of Fort Wayne. She enjoyed spending time with her paternal grandparents in their home in southern...
Maryl Decarlo
Dec 24, 2024
Maryl L. DeCarlo, 86, of Fort Wayne, passed away on December 24, 2024 at home, surrounded by her family. Maryl was the co-owner of Peppercorn's Restaurant in Fort Wayne for many years. She is survived by her children, Kathryn (Hal) Stevens, Christopher (Lorre) Davis, Lisa (Greg) Nix, Dawn Williams, and Amy Minder; 9 grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren; special friend,...
Barbara Harr
Dec 23, 2024
Barbara Harr, 82, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024. Barbara was born in Cincinnati, OH to the late Glen and Martha Stone. She graduated from Portsmouth High School and then attended IPFW where she earned a certificate in bookkeeping and accounting. Barbara enjoyed studying the Bible and shopping. She was a gifted seamstress and talented decorator....
James Scheerer
Dec 22, 2024
James D. "Jim" Scheerer, 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at his home in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born in Clyde, Ohio, to the late Merrill and Ruth Scheerer. Jim met his late wife, Judy, in 1964, and it was love at first sight. Judy was the love of Jim's life and his best friend. He...
Barbara Augsburger
Dec 22, 2024
Barbara Ann Augsburger, 77, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Barbara was the daughter of the late Wilson Mills and Margaret and Alvin Richter III. During her working years, Barbara worked for Graham Electric and Wayne Pipe before her retirement. She was an active member of the Leo American Legion Auxiliary #409 along with their...
Phoebe Fett
Dec 22, 2024
Phoebe Jane Fett, age 91, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024 in Fort Wayne. Phoebe worked as a registered nurse at St. Joseph Hospital for over 50 years and was affectionally known as "Nurse Phoebe". She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Phoebe is survived by her two sons, Jonathan Fett, Sr. and Jonathan "Buddy" (Kaci) Fett, Jr.;...
Esther Causey
Dec 19, 2024
Esther Nadene Ray, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2024, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born on September 30, 1976, in Warsaw, Indiana, Esther lived a life filled with love and laughter that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. A woman of remarkable spirit and unwavering strength, Esther was known for her outspoken...
Paul Lutz
Dec 19, 2024
Paul David Lutz, 80, passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Fort Wayne, Paul was a son of the late Paul E. and G. Joan (Harvey) Lutz. Paul graduated from North Side High School. While at North Side, Paul met the love of his life Linda Geradot and they shared 62...
Janice Whitelow
Dec 18, 2024
Janice Lynne Whitelow (Stalter) was born to Dorothy and Delmar Stalter in Elkhart, Indiana, on July 29th, 1953. She passed away in her home, surrounded by family, on the 18th of December 2024, at the age of 71. Janice's upbringing found her traveling across Indiana, before settling in Fort Wayne. There, she had three children, Alyssa, Jerry, and James. She...
Troy Gillum
Dec 18, 2024
Troy Gillum, a proud and devoted patriot, passed away at 61 on Thursday, December 18, 2024, in Fort Wayne. He was born in Columbia City, IN. Troy leaves behind a legacy of service, faith, and love. As a charter life member of the Marine Corps League Pride and Purpose Detachment, he served as a Past Commandant, District Vice Commandant and...
Deborah Sowles
Dec 15, 2024
Deborah Sue (Menke) Sowles, 73, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at home with family by her side. Deborah was born May 15, 1951, to the late Wanda Helberg and John Menke. She graduated from R. Nelson Snider High School in 1969 and then went on to receive her Master Beauty Culturist License. She married...
Ralph Garman
Dec 13, 2024
Ralph "Bo" E. Garman, Jr., age 58, departed this world on December 13, 2024 peacefully at his home in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Auburn, IN on April 15, 1966 to Ralph Garman Sr. and Nancy Garman. Ralph leaves behind three sisters, Darlene Polk of Fort Wayne, Ellen (Timothy Swick) Garman of Hardenville, MO, and RoseMary (John) Vaughn...
Dorothy Rioux
Dec 13, 2024
Dorothy A. (Wheat) Christman Rioux, 90, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024. She was born on March 26, 1934 to the late John and Helen (Bookout) Wheat in Portland, IN. Dorothy is survived by her children, Cyndie (Les) Zorger, Rick (Terri) Christman, Amy Christman, Rose (Bruce) Terrell, Tim (Sheryl) Christman, Beth (Kevin) Marhenke, David (Julie) Christman,...
Ralph Brinkman
Dec 12, 2024
Ralph W. Brinkman Jr, 80, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 12, 2024. Ralph was born in Defiance, OH. to the late Ralph Sr and Martha Brinkman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, but most importantly he loved spending time with his family. Ralph was committed to his career as a manager of Kroger and...
Kenneth Schaab
Dec 12, 2024
Kenneth John Schaab, Sr., age 67, of Fort Wayne Indiana passed away on December 12th, 2024, at his home. Kenneth was born October 6th, 1957, to Thomas Sr. and Rosella Schaab. Kenneth was an accomplished football star in high school. He also enjoyed playing guitar, welding, woodworking, and working on vehicles. He was a talented artist. After graduating from Northrop...
Matthew David Haller
Dec 12, 2024
Matthew David Haller, DMD, died with faith and peace on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at home in Fort Wayne, IN, concluding a courageous 10 year battle with Myotonic Dystrophy, an inherited, incurable, and utterly debilitating nerve and muscle disease. He endured the myriad indignities and debilitations that myotonic dystrophy imposes but never never lost his true strength: trust in the...
Joan Bredemeyer
Dec 11, 2024
Joan Viola Bredemeyer, 96, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Joan was the only child of the late Raymond and Flora (Roehm) Karr. Joan graduated from Central High School and attended Fort Wayne Art School on a full scholarship. She was a talented artist and...
