Barbara Haycox
Feb 18, 2025
Barbara Haycox, 85, passed in the arms of her Higher Power on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family. Barbara was born in Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Theodore Becker and Barbara Cline. She graduated as valedictorian of Saint Vincent Ferrer and Indiana Purdue University. She spent her professional life in advertising. Outside of...
Barney "Gregory" Zent
Feb 18, 2025
Barney "Gregory" Zent, 66, passed away in his sleep on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Albert and Bernice Zent. Barney graduated from Bishop Luers in 1976, where he played high school football. He was very passionate about his work as a lifelong elevator mechanic for Otis Elevator Company....
Harold Lowder
Feb 16, 2025
Harold Raeburn Lowder, 90, passed away February 16, 2025 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born on October 8, 1934 in Knott County, Kentucky to the the late Barton and Radya Lowder. At 6 years old, his family moved to Redding, OH where he attended school through 8th grade, before moving back to Kentucky where he graduated high school. Later,...
Kandice Carpenter
Feb 16, 2025
Kandice "Kandy" Kay Carpenter unexpectedly passed February 16, 2025, after complications from surgery, she was 77 years old. Kandy was born on August 17, 1947, to Lawrence and Lavina Pabst. She was raised in Woodburn, IN along with her sisters, Diane and Shirley, and brother Thom. She later moved to Ft. Wayne where she met and married her first love,...
Beverle Shumaker
Feb 16, 2025
In Loving Memory of Beverle Shumaker Beverle Shumaker, 91, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2025, at Cedar Creek Assisted Living, Fort Wayne. She was born on October 15, 1933, in Rensselaer, Indiana, to the late Gerald and Monica Barlow. Preceded in death by her husband, Dean Shumaker. Beverle was a devoted wife for 61 years. She was...
Louella Marks
Feb 15, 2025
Louella Elizabeth Marks was born to Ada Ruth Davis and Johnny Freeman on December 29, 1957. She departed this earthly life on Saturday, February 15, 2025. Lou, as she was affectionately known, journeyed through this earth with a deep love for God, her children, family, and friends. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her children and grandchildren. She...
Carol Hemsoth
Feb 15, 2025
Carol Joan (Wayer) Hemsoth, 87, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Parkview Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born to the late Phillip and Madonna (Lonis) Wayer in Fort Wayne on October 4, 1937. She graduated from New Haven High School in 1955. Carol was a waitress at Hall's for over 45...
Richard Wisniewski
Feb 14, 2025
Richard "Rick" Wisniewski, 71, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday February 14, 2025. Rick was born in Canada before being adopted by Dick and Doris Wisniewski of Fort Wayne where he was raised. He graduated from Leo High School and worked at Industrial Engineering for many years. Rick is survived by his aunt and uncle, Doris and Bob Benhower;...
Milo Osbun
Feb 14, 2025
Milo Francis Osbun, 83, of Fort Wayne, passed away at home on Friday, February 14, 2025. He was born to the late Milo Joseph and Alice Arlene (Mudd) Osbun in Fort Wayne on July 13, 1941. Milo was a dedicated teacher at several Lutheran elementary schools throughout his career, and he formerly served as an elder at Redeemer Lutheran Church...
Joe Woodward
Feb 14, 2025
Joe Rohrer Woodward, 82, peacefully passed away February 14, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital while surrounded by the love of his family. He was born April 24, 1942, in Anderson, IN. to the late Maurice and Catherine (Rohrer) Woodward. Joe was baptized, confirmed and a member of Mt. Comfort United Methodist church. In 1946, his father left teaching to begin Woodward...
Mani Meyer
Feb 14, 2025
Mani passed away on Valentines Day, February 14, 2025, with her family at her side. Mani was born on Mother's Day, May 8, 1977, in Eugene, Oregon. Mani was baptized at St. Lorenz Lutheran Church, Frankenmuth, Michigan and confirmed at Island Lutheran Church, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. She was a member of Promise Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Mani...
Cheryl Wiley
Feb 13, 2025
Cheryl Ann Wiley, 73, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025 after a long battle with dementia. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Cheryl was a daughter of the late Henry and Jean Bux. Cheryl graduated from Snider High School and earned her associates degree to become a Registered Nurse from Marion University. She worked as an R.N. for over 30...
Deanna Freeland
Feb 13, 2025
Deanna Kay Freeland, 85, was called home by the Lord on Thursday, February 13, 2025 with her family by her side. Born February 16, 1939, in Des Moines, Iowa, she was a daughter of Harry and Helen Walters. In 1957, she married Richard Joseph Freeland in Des Moines and they had three children, Kimberly Cook (deceased), Terri Derheimer (deceased), and...
Robert Marshall
Feb 12, 2025
Robert E. Marshall, 83, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on February 12, 2025, at Golden Years Nursing Home after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s and dementia. Robert is survived by three children: Christine Marshall, Jeffrey (Kathryn) Marshall, and Kathleen (George) Blagojevic; six grandchildren, Dennis “Sam” Feichter, Malorie Campbell, Bailey (Andrew) Spangler, Mackenzie (Scott) Miller, Nicholas (Sarah) Racioppi, and Brandon...
Wilda Timmerman
Feb 11, 2025
Wilda G. Timmerman, 106, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Wilda is survived by her son-in-law, Manfred (Linda) Fremder; grandchildren, Matthew (Angie) Fremder, Michael (Tiffany) Fremder, Jason (Carrie) Fremder; along with six great-grandchildren. Wilda was preceded in death by her husband, Delbert Timmerman; children, Marilyn Sue Fremder and Harry Cline Timmerman. Service is 1 pm, Monday, February 17, 2025...
Sandra Wells
Feb 8, 2025
Sandra (Sandy) Lavonne Wells, 79, passed away on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, after suffering a stroke. Born in Hazard, Kentucky, Sandy was the daughter of the late Steve and Vera Jones. She worked in many places in her life: factory worker, nursing home assistant, realtor, bank processor, security guard, and line lead for XPO. She was a loving wife, mother,...
Rita Meredith
Feb 7, 2025
Rita S. Meredith, 77, of Grabill, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025. She was born to the late Harold and Ida (Cohrs) Hetrick in Woodburn, IN on June 11, 1947. Rita married Ronald Meredith on October 17, 1975. She retired as a bookkeeper for NAPA Auto Parts after over 20 years. She had a passion for flowers, was a...
Terry L. Stahlhut
Feb 7, 2025
Terry L. Stahlhut, 72, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025. He was born to Willard Henry and Patricia (Lothamer) Stahlhut and was raised by his step-mother, Marcia (Bireley) Stahlhut. He was born in Fort Wayne on August 23, 1952. Terry graduated from Carroll High School in 1970. He married Patricia Glasch in Fort Wayne in 1976....
Diana Mccullough
Feb 7, 2025
Diana L.McCullough, age 69, passed away Friday, February 7, 2025. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Clifford and Clementine Hardiman. Diana worked as an instrument technician with Spectrum Health for 42 years and more recently at Parkview for 7 years. Diana was a faithful member of Kingdom First of Fort Wayne and Faith Ministries Center of...
Perry Gilliam
Feb 7, 2025
Perry William Gilliam, age 73, passed away Friday, February 7, 2025, in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Cartersville, VA to the late John and Sally Gilliam. Perry worked as a handyman, truck driver, and had an entrepreneurial spirit. He was an avid NASCAR fan, and will be remembered most for his friendly nature and the love he showed...
