Gloria L. Ferraguto
Sep 23, 2026
Gloria L. Ferraguto, age 91, passed away September 23, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Boston, MA, to the late Philip and Giovanna Spataro. Gloria graduated from Boston Girls' High School in 1952. Her yearbook says, "Meet Glo - a small girl with a big personality. This petite young miss is an excellent dancer". Glo sang with...
Preston Arnold Fries
Sep 22, 2026
Preston Arnold Fries, 76, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Born in Vicksburg, Michigan, Preston was the son of the late Ralph and Bonnie Fries. He graduated from South Side High School and, in 1979, earned his Associate's in Business Administration. Preston proudly served his country in the United States...
Richard Allison DeKay
Sep 22, 2026
Richard Allison “Dick” DeKay, age 89, passed away on September 22, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born in Newark, New Jersey to Earl C. and Ethel (Senning) DeKay. Dick was a happy child who enjoyed his early school years in Bloomfield, NJ. While in school he was interested in the violin, but his main interest was the Boy...
Rebecca Lee Parrent
Sep 22, 2026
Rebecca Lee Parrent, 60, of Plainwell, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home on September 22, 2026. Rebecca was a devoted mother and Nana. Well known for her skills in the kitchen, making special cakes for birthdays, meals for school events or those in need. She had a heart for missions, serving in the Philippines, Mexico and other various youth...
Armittie Lee Partlow
Sep 22, 2026
Armittie Lee Partlow, 83, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Born in Raleigh, North Carolina, Armittee was a daughter of the late Leroy Carr and Nellie Carr. She was a caregiver at heart and spent many years caring for others. Armittie’s love for God was at the very center of...
Matthew Edwin Schoeff
Sep 21, 2026
Matthew Edwin Schoeff, 62, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on September 21, 2026, at his home. Matt was born on December 17, 1963, in Bluffton, Indiana, to Paul E. Schoeff and Shirley A. (DeHaven) Schoeff Ternet. He graduated from Huntington North High School in 1982. Matt spent many years as a Production...
Breanna Ashlee Doughman
Sep 20, 2026
Breanna Ashlee Doughman, 29, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Born on October 9, 1996 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to her parents, Steven and Kricket Lynn Doughman.
She was a true girly girl. She loved anything that was glittery and her favorite colors were pink, black, purple, blue and yellow.
In 2001 she was diagnosed with Rett Syndrome...
Curtis Anthony Smith
Sep 19, 2026
Curtis Anthony Smith, 49, passed away September 19, 2026. He was born and raised in West Virginia. Curtis was a coach of various sports for many years and especially enjoyed coaching taekwondo. He had a very competitive nature and was extremely proud to be a three-time American Taekwondo Association (ATA) World Champion. He was a very hard-working husband and father....
Doug Mosley
Sep 19, 2026
Douglas Duane “Doug” Mosley, 62, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born in Martin, Kentucky, Doug was a son of the late Floyd and Georgene (Spears) Mosley. During his working years, Doug worked in maintenance for several foundries, including Kendallville Foundry and Auburn Foundry. Doug was a devoted family man who cared deeply about the...
Sharon Jo Harrison
Sep 18, 2026
Sharon Jo Harrison, 76, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026. She was born in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, to the late Joe Mitchell and Katherine Kelly. Sharon worked as a medical transcriber for 35 years with Riverside Methodist. She was a devoted member of Taylor Chapel, where she was deeply involved in the life of the...
Michael Wade Freistroffer
Sep 18, 2026
Michael "Mikey" Wade Freistroffer, 23, passed away September 18, 2026.
Michael really enjoyed music and playing on pianos. He loved hugs and enjoyed cuddling. Michael was always his parent's angel boy, and he finally got his wings.
Michael is survived by his mom, Lyndie (Nathan) Rogers; dad, Scott (Andrea) Freistroffer; siblings, Jack, William, and Anne; stepsiblings, Waylon, Weston, Will, Lily, and Asher;...
Gregory Lee McCrory
Sep 17, 2026
Gregory “Greg” Lee McCrory, 69, of Fort Wayne, achieved the ultimate VICTORY on Thursday, September 17, 2026 as he stepped through the veil between here and eternity into the welcoming arms of his Savior, JESUS CHRIST, surrounded by his family and enveloped by worship. He fought hard! He never wavered in his mission to Glorify his Heavenly Father by fighting...
Sharon L. Diemer
Sep 17, 2026
Sharon L. Diemer, 79, passed away September 17, 2026.
Sharon dedicated her career as a registered nurse for 45 years working at Parkview Hospital.
Sharon is survived by her husband, Thomas Diemer; two stepdaughters, Kimberly (Sean) Watkins and Kristina (Dennis) Brockhouse; and seven grandchildren, Megan Brockhouse, Maximus Brockhouse, Miles Brockhouse, Maddux Brockhouse, Carson Watkins, and Gavin Watkins.
She was preceded in death by...
Ruth Agnes Zois
Sep 16, 2026
Ruth A. Zois, 89, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Ruth was a daughter of the late George and Estelle (Cunningham) Hillman. She graduated from Lakeview High School in Chicago and earned her Associate Degree from the College of DuPage in Illinois. During her working years, Ruth worked in customer service...
Karen Lynn Holliness
Sep 15, 2026
Karen Lynn Holliness, 63, of Fort Wayne was called home on September 15, 2026. Karen was born on September 9, 1963 in Fort Wayne, the daughter of Rev. Richard E. Bunnell and Sandra J. (Littler) Hellwege. Also Surviving are a daughter, Nicole L. Holliness; son, Joe L. Holliness-Watkins; grandchildren, Colton Holliness-Sprinkle, Hailey Hafner; life partner, Joe Watkins; mother-in-law, Rev. Heather...
Adam Robert Satterfield
Sep 15, 2026
Adam Satterfield, 42, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. Adam graduated from Northside Highschool and Ivy Tech where he earned a degree in construction. He was employed as an industrial painter. Adam is survived by his wife, Deana Satterfield; his children, Maddison Satterfield, Luke Satterfield, Jessie McCord, and Jamie McCord; siblings, Blanche Francis, and Joseph Satterfield....
Joe David Haines
Sep 15, 2026
Joe David Haines, 76, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully at home and went to be with our Eternal Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. Joe was born on February 22, 1950, to the late Walter and Martha Haines in Washington Court House, Ohio. He graduated in 1968 from Washington Court House High School, and moved to Fort...
Eugene Matthews
Sep 14, 2026
Eugene Matthews, age 89, passed away on September 14, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Selma, AL, to the late Lee Matthews and Katie Ford. Eugene worked as a machinist at GE and a presser at Friendly Cleaners. He enjoyed cooking and eating, and was especially known for his beloved BBQ sauce. He also enjoyed watching westerns...
Renee Joan Celie
Sep 13, 2026
Renee Joan Celie, age 68, passed away on September 13, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late Robert Brockhaus and Jan Renn. Renee retired from GTE and Frontier after a long career in accounts receivable. She will be remembered for her willingness to help others and for a smile that could light up...
David Edward Smith
Sep 13, 2026
David E. Smith, 77, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday September 13, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
David was born in Fort Wayne to the late Roland and Marceline Smith.
David graduated from North Side High School class of 1967. He worked for many years at North American Van Lines (SIRVA). He then went to work at Cash America Pawn...
