Arthur Blauvelt
May 30, 2024
Arthur Roy Blauvelt, Jr., 77, of Fort Wayne, fell asleep in death on Thursday, May 30, 2024. His work ethic, and always being early were his trademarks. He was a sheetmetal craftsman, entrepreneur/owner of Blauvelt & Sons Heating and Air Conditioning, and with the local utility company, NIPSCO. Many will remember fondly his generosity as a host at the lake,...
Kathleen Lansky
May 30, 2024
Kathleen "Kathi" Lansky, 73, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Kathi was the daughter of the late Carroll and Catherine (Chandler) Spridgeon. She graduated from Bishop Dwenger High School and earned her degree to become and R.N. from St. Joseph School of Nursing. During her working years, Kathi was a Registered Nurse. She enjoyed...
Steven Glock
May 28, 2024
Steven Randolph Glock, 87, surrounded by family, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28. Steve ("Doc") was born in Indianapolis in 1936, to the late Dr. Wayne and Blanche Glock and was the oldest of their five children. Steve graduated from Northside High School class of 1955, where he dated and later married his beloved high school sweetheart, Joyce Sharpe....
Don H. Zulager
May 28, 2024
Donely Howard "Don" Zulager, 88, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Don was a son of the late Charles and Dorothy (Hess) Zulager. Don served our country proudly while in the U.S. Army 3rd Armored Division "Spearhead". During his working years, Don was a grassroots manufacturing...
Alan Faulkner
May 27, 2024
Alan Joseph Faulkner, age 41, passed away Monday, May 27, 2024 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Thomas Faulkner and Kathryn (Darrin) Poling, who survives. Alan worked 10 years as a workflow coordinator for Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream. He was a member of the Freedom Riders of Indiana Chapter 1. He was also a...
Josephine Hale
May 27, 2024
Josephine Thomas Hale, 82, received her wings and eternal life with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, May 27, 2024. She was born on May 5, 1942, in Clay County, Alabama to the elate Prince Albert and Katie Dale Thomas. Josie graduated from Hooper City High School in Alabama and later married David Hale. She was a loving...
Robert Jones
May 26, 2024
Robert (Bob) Jones, 89, passed away May 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 2, 1934, in Peru, Indiana to Orville and Vivian Jones. After graduating with a journalism degree from Indiana University, Bloomington, Bob served in the US Army from February 1957 to February 1959 where he was stationed at Fort Polk Louisiana. Bob then...
Peggy Mckeeman
May 23, 2024
Peggy D. McKeeman, 95, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday May 23, 2024, at her home. Peggy was born to the late Harley and Letha Bushee in Ossian, IN. She was very active in the American Legion Auxiliary. Peggy was the recipient of The Sagamore of the Wabash. Peggy is survived by her daughters, Becky (Steve) Butler, Laura (Jinx)...
Taryn Burger
May 23, 2024
Taryn Michelle Burger (nee Hyduk), 38, passed away on May 23, 2024 in Ft. Wayne, IN. Taryn was born on April 18, 1986 in Cedar Rapids, IA to the late Kevin and late Crissa (Finn) Hyduk. Her immediate family included her devoted brother, Jason, who proceeded her in death. Taryn graduated from Linn-Mar High School in Marion, IA and earned...
Wendy Rowlett
May 22, 2024
Wendy Kaye Rowlett passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2024 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Chicago, IL to the late Gene and Mary Kuklinski. Wendy enjoyed caring for her family as a homemaker and was an auxillary member of Amvets Post 33. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Don Rowlett; children, Dan (Kim) Rowlett, Chris (Elaine)...
Iona Mensch
May 20, 2024
Iona "Onie" H. Mensch, 97, of Fort Wayne, Ind., died on May 20, 2024. Onie was born on Valentine's Day in Austin, Texas, where she lived with her grandparents and aunt and uncle for much of her childhood while her mother, Dr. Iona (Cuyler) Hamlett, completed a doctorate at Indiana University in Bloomington, Ind., becoming a clinical psychologist at the...
Mason Work
May 19, 2024
Mason A. Work, 31, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday May 19, 2024. Mason was a graduate of Northrop High School class of 2010. He is survived by his mom, Laura (Dustin) Myers; dad, David Work; sister, Skyler (David) Nino; Grandpa, Robert Work; and a host of extended family. Mason was preceded in death by his brother, Jarred Ruhl;...
Sandra Hohman
May 19, 2024
Sandra Kay Hohman, age 86, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2024 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Ligonier, IN to the late Joseph and Evelyn Wheeler. Sandra served as a crossing guard at Riverside Elementary School and loved caring for her family as a homemaker. She was a member of Fort Wayne Turners. She is survived by her daughter,...
Erik Schultz
May 19, 2024
"Be Exceptional" November 23, 2003 - May 19, 2024 Erik James Schultz, 20 years young, a vibrant soul whose life was cut short tragically in an auto accident, leaves behind a legacy of passion, kindness, and an unyielding love for life. Born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on November 23, 2003, Erik was a beacon of light to all who knew...
Lance Cline
May 19, 2024
Lance Douglas Cline, 53, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Lance was a son of the late Harry Cline and Kathryn (Martin) Cline who survives. Lance graduated from Snider High School and earned his degree in History from IPFW. Lance coached football at Snider High School for over 20 years and was currently a...
Carl Moehle
May 17, 2024
Carl Moehle, age 83, passed away Friday, May 17th, 2024 in Roanoke, Indiana. Carl was a lifetime member of the American Legion and a proud US Army Veteran. He found great pleasure in being involved in church life. He enjoyed camping, fishing, nature walks, and spending time at the lake, but most importantly spending time with family & friends. Surviving...
Kathleen Thomas
May 17, 2024
Kathleen Louise Thomas, age 76 , passed away Friday, May, 17th, 2024 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Monongahela, PA to the late James and Dolores Gee. Kathleen enjoyed painting, cooking, and taking care of her cats and many plants. She loved watching and supporting the PWF Mastodons basketball team! Kathleen is survived by her sister, Elaine Gee, and...
Jason Cromwell
May 16, 2024
Jason Lee Cromwell, age 40, of Decatur, IN passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024 at his home. He was born in Fort Wayne, to his parents Keith Cromwell and Lisa (Paul) Buchanan. For most of his life, Jason enjoyed working alongside his father at Deluxe Glass of Fort Wayne. He will be remembered as a talented artist who loved to...
Janis Chayka
May 15, 2024
Janis Marie (Hunt) Chayka, 65, passed away on May 15, 2024, at her home in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She is survived by her husband and best friend, Leonard Chayka; her seven children: Julie (Anthony) Auchtung, Kimberly Chayka, Elizabeth (William) Evans, Emily (Michael) Liechty, Brayden Chayka, Kathryn (Wesley) Shappell, and Laura (Joshua) Buesching; and four grandchildren: William, Alexander, Abigail, and Leah....
Rick Skinner
May 14, 2024
Rick Skinner, age 69, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on May 14, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born to the late Charlie Skinner and Doris Skinner (nee Simpson), Rick spent most of his life in Fort Wayne, graduating from Northrop High School and Indiana University. He is sadly missed by his loving wife Jackie, his...
