Obituaries

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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Lorie Ann Kintz

Lorie Ann Kintz

Oct 3, 2024

Lorie Ann Kintz , 46, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 3, 2024. She was born at Columbia City Hospital and grew up in Fort Wayne IN, where she attended Portage High School. Lorie pursued a fulfilling career in the medical field, dedicating her time and care to those in need, a role...

Laura Bennett

Laura Bennett

Oct 2, 2024

Laura L Bennett, 68, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family, on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Laura was born on February 26, 1956, to the late, Roger and Anna (Bovey) Anderson in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was a faithful member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church where she was a member of the Alter Guild. She...

Kay Roberts

Kay Roberts

Oct 1, 2024

Kay Renee Roberts, 68, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday October 1, 2024, at home in Fort Wayne, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family and close friends. She was born on May 22, 1956 in Columbia City, Indiana to James Willard Roberts and Ada Marie VanHouten Roberts Schrader. Kay grew up in the Columbia City area and was a...

Laurie Theetge

Laurie Theetge

Sep 29, 2024

Laurie Ann Theetge, 62, of Ft Wayne, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, friendship, and cherished memories. Born to the late Paul and Francis Martin, Laurie spent her life spreading joy, laughter, and kindness to all those around her. Laurie had a deep love for nature and animals, and you could often find her planting flowers and...

Judy Detamore

Judy Detamore

Sep 29, 2024

Judith A. "Judy" Detamore, 73, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, September 29, 2024. Born in Owensboro, Kentucky, Judy was a daughter of the late Jesse R. "J.R." and Anna Lynch. During her working years Judy, served as a secretary at Lincoln National Life and Canterbury Green. She met her husband to be...

Gary A. Pursifull

Gary A. Pursifull

Sep 28, 2024

Gary A. Pursifull, 78, of West Harrison, IN, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024. He was born in Dayton, OH to the late Elmer C. and Dorothy M. (Raabe) Pursifull on August 12, 1946. He proudly served in the Vietnam War as a Sergeant in the US Marines. Gary graduated from Harrison High School in 1964 in Harrison, OH...

Doris Earley

Doris Earley

Sep 28, 2024

Doris Mae Earley, 86, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024. She was born to the late Fred and Marjorie (Bath) Schichner in Chicago, IL on December 3, 1937. She graduated valedictorian Bloom High School class of 1955 and later from Bob Jones University in 1959 with a degree in education. She was a special education teacher...

Thomas Anderson

Thomas Anderson

Sep 28, 2024

Thomas C. Anderson, age 94, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2024 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Mercer County, Kentucky to the late Clayton Anderson and Bessie Anderson. Tom spent his career serving in both the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force. He proudly served during WWII flying B-17's. Tom is survived by his son, Timothy Anderson; six...

Esther Guiff

Esther Guiff

Sep 28, 2024

Esther Marie Guiff, 78, of New Haven, went to be with her Lord and Savior on the afternoon of Saturday, September 28, 2024. She was welcomed there by her husband, Ronnie Guiff. There will be a private service held for close family and friends at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in...

Doris Goeglein

Doris Goeglein

Sep 27, 2024

Doris M. Goeglein, 97, of Fort Wayne passed away on Friday September 27, 2024. Doris enjoyed playing Bingo, crocheting, and sewing. She was a member of the American Legion Post 330 Auxillary. She was an avid reader. Doris worked at Goeglein's catering for over 20 years. She is survived by her children, Sandy (Mike) Barnette, Michael (Tangi) Goeglein, Jeffrey (Bonita)...

Mercedez "Kay" Mchenry-Sterk

Mercedez "Kay" Mchenry-Sterk

Sep 26, 2024

Mercedez Kaydence McHenry-Sterk, age 12, passed away on September 26, 2024. She was a bright light in the lives of her family, friends, and teachers. Known affectionately as "Kay," she touched everyone with her kindness, warm embrace, and quick-witted humor. Kay had an extraordinary gift for making others feel seen and cared for, always looking out for those around her....

Virginia Koenig

Virginia Koenig

Sep 26, 2024

Virginia Mae Koenig, 81, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in Fort Wayne. Born in Allen County, she was the daughter of the late Glen and Helen Chaney. Virginia held various production type positions throughout her lifetime and retired from the healthcare profession in 1999. She was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in New Haven and VFW...

Dana Louise Richardson Wichern (Platt)

Dana Louise Richardson Wichern (Platt)

Sep 26, 2024

Dana Louise Richardson Wichern (Platt) passed away at home on September 26, 2024, surrounded by family and friends. The daughter of Dan and Gertrude Sparkman Richardson, she was born in Connersville, Indiana on May 21, 1938. Fort Wayne became her beloved hometown following graduation from Indiana University/Bloomington and a two-year English teaching stint at North Kingston, Rhode Island. Her career...

Bradley Freiermuth

Bradley Freiermuth

Sep 25, 2024

Bradley L. Freiermuth, age 46, of Warsaw, IN passed away Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Garden City, MI to the late Daniel Freiermuth and Pamela (Charlie) Thornsbury, who survives. Brad worked in sales in the automotive industry, was an avid NASCAR fan and loved spending time outdoors, especially fishing and hunting with his...

Rose Marquart

Rose Marquart

Sep 25, 2024

Rose Ellen Marquart, age 82, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. A beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Rose touched countless lives through her compassion, creativity, and unwavering dedication to others. Born in Fort Wayne to Albert and Ruth Messerschmidt, Rose was a woman of many talents and passions. For over 30 years, she worked...

Carol Fretz

Carol Fretz

Sep 24, 2024

Carol L. Fretz, age 81, passed away September 23, 2024 in Fort Wayne. Carol was born in Columbus, OH to the late Robert and Violet Kuhn. Carol's professional journey included her role as a registered nurse in the psychiatric department at Twin Valley Health in Dayton, OH. She was an active member of the Alley Kats Tap Dance Group, a...

David Carney

David Carney

Sep 22, 2024

David A. Carney, 79, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana David was the son of the late Carl and Laura (Price) Carney. David graduated from Central High School. During his working years, David loved his job as a body man with Dan T. Gratz Body Shop where he spent over 40 years working on...

Ernest Brashear

Ernest Brashear

Sep 22, 2024

Ernest Lee Brashear, 66, passed away at his home in Fort Wayne IN on September 22, 2024. Born in Elizabethtown, KY on February 11, 1958, he was the son of David Brashear and the late Viena (Hutcherson) Tyner. He grew up in Sims, IN and moved to Auburndale Florida where he graduated High School in 1976. After graduating High School,...

Susan Furniss

Susan Furniss

Sep 21, 2024

Susan D. Furniss, age 75, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2024 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late Willliam and Mary Kraft. Susan spent many years as a military wife traveling the world. She was a member of Most Precious Blood Catholic Church and formerly of Queen of Angels Catholic Church. Susan always enjoyed bowling...

Joshua Daglow

Joshua Daglow

Sep 20, 2024

Joshua John Daglow passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at home on September 20, 2024. He was married to Malinda "Mindy" on September 9, 2017. They loved hunting, riding their Harley, camping, and spending time with family. Josh was a diesel mechanic and a welder, but a jack of all trades really. He really wanted to go sky...

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