Michael Farina
Apr 24, 2024
Michael Thomas Farina passed away April 24, 2024 in the care of Parkview Randallia Hospice Care. He was a resident of Saint Anne's home. He was born December 21, 1938 in Detroit, MI, the oldest son of Tom Farina and Frances Scorza. They moved to New Haven, IN when he was four, where he spent the rest of his life....
Christine Renee Coolman
Apr 22, 2024
Christine Renee Coolman, age 56, of Fort Wayne passed away Monday, April 22, 2024. She was born in Fort Wayne and completed her bachelor's degree from Indiana Wesleyan University. Chris worked as an accountant with Fiducial; and loved caring for her family as a homemaker. She is survived by her sons, Zach (Renee) Wisman and Jack (Noah) Summers; parents, Anita...
Gary Vandeputte
Apr 20, 2024
Gary Norman Vandeputte, Jr, 60, of Albion, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024, after a short illness. Gary was born in Detroit, Michigan on June 30, 1963. He is survived by his son, Zachary of Indianapolis; father, Gary Sr. (Eva); mother, Marilyn Abel; brothers, Jeffrey (Kim), Gregory (Karen), and Frank; nephews, Lucas, Garrett, Wilder and niece, Clarissa.
Troy Ferrell
Apr 20, 2024
Troy Joe Ferrell, age 28, of Fort Wayne passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024 at his home. He is survived by his parents, Traci Ebey and Joe (Tina) Ferrell; sister, Bethanie (John) Bader; and nephews, Carter Bader and Cameron Bader. A memorial gathering will be held beginning at 3:00 pm on Saturday, May 11, 2024. For further information please contact...
Rev. Richard A. Boyer
Apr 17, 2024
Richard Alfred Boyer is known as Chaplain, Pastor, husband, father, and Grandpa. He was born in Indianapolis, IN, on August 16, 1936, where his father, the Rev. Herman Boyer, was director of the Lutheran Orphanage. In 1944, his father accepted a call to pastor Grace Lutheran Church in Omro, WI. Richard spent the summers in Omro baling hay, working in...
Donald Bendel
Apr 17, 2024
Donald F. Bendel, 95, a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, died peacefully on April 17, 2024, at the home of his daughter. The only son of Francis and Elsie Bendel, he was born on February 22, 1929. He graduated from Central H.S. and was a member of the band, where met his future wife. He was a proud Army veteran...
Harold "Hal" L. Jennings
Apr 17, 2024
Harold L. Jennings, known as "Hal" by his loved ones, passed away on April 17, 2024, at his residence in Indianapolis. He was born in Fort Wayne on January 3, 1998, along with his twin brother, Marcus. From the age of four, Hal was raised in Leo by his guardian parents, Gordon and Nancy Lewis. Hal enjoyed sharing the newest...
Robert Welker
Apr 15, 2024
Robert C. Welker, age 83, passed away April 15, 2024 at his home surrounded by family in Fort Wayne. He was born in St. Joseph County, Michigan to the late Carl and Doris Welker. Robert proudly served his country as a member of the US Air Force and was stationed in Greenland. He was a mechanic for 50 years, loved...
Elden Brumfield
Apr 14, 2024
Elden Eugene Brumfield, 67, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024. Born in Kermit, West Virginia, Elden was a son of the late Lafayette and Lillian Brumfield. During his working years, Elden worked in the floor covering industry and automotive maintenance prior to his retirement. Elden was a racer and made so many life long relationships while racing. Elden enjoyed...
Dennis Huffman
Apr 13, 2024
Dennis James Huffman, 61, of Harlan, went home to his Savior on Saturday, April 13, 2024. He was a member of Branches of Christ Ministries. Dennis found his home late in life at Sunset Cove. Dennis is survived by his wife, Bobbie Jo; children, Cody (Kate) Huffman, Becka (Blade) Cook, and Brady Cook; grandchildren, Wrenley and Wade Huffman; and six...
Betty Steger
Apr 12, 2024
Betty Jane Steger, 80, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024. Born in Vernon, Florida, Betty was a daughter of the late Allen and Mary (Sweat) Flowers. During her working years, Betty worked for several factories before her retirement. Betty was a loving wife, devoted mother, and caring grandmother to her family. She enjoyed and was a wonderful cook and...
Kenneth Rodewald
Apr 11, 2024
Kenneth Gene Rodewald, age 89, passed away into the loving arms of Jesus on April 11, 2024 in Ft. Wayne, IN. He was peacefully surrounded by his loving wife, Athena (Tina) and family when he departed this earth. Son of Anna (Shupp) and Arthur John Rodewald, Ken was born April 16, 1934, in Ft. Wayne, IN. He will be always...
Glenna Dyer
Apr 10, 2024
In loving memory of Glenna Lou Dyer, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, who departed from this world on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in Fort Wayne, at the age of 80. Born to Francis and Monie (Alsip) Terry in Oneida, Tennessee, Glenna was one of seven siblings. Glenna moved with her family to Fort Wayne when she...
Julie Steele
Apr 9, 2024
Julie Catherine Steele (Hoffman) passed away on April 9 th , 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loved ones in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Julie was a warrior who proved doctors wrong time and time again. The strength she had to live was immeasurable. She had the most beautiful smile and a shining personality that made everyone...
Eleanor Cranmer
Apr 9, 2024
Eleanor A. Cranmer, 97, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Born in Camden, New Jersey, Eleanor was the first-born child of the late John and Anna (Deery) Stanton. She attended Camden Catholic High School, where she graduated in 1945. In 1949, Eleanor met the love of her life, Bill Cranmer, at a farewell...
Jennifer June Sauder
Apr 9, 2024
Jennifer June (Gramm) Sauder, passed away at home in Fort Wayne, IN on April 9, 2024 after a heroic battle with liver cancer. She adamantly declared that Jesus is the Victor and cancer is the loser. Her husband Tim and her five children were at Jenny's side in her last days – loving, laughing, crying, praying, and singing her into...
Dolores Moilanen
Apr 7, 2024
Dolores A. Moilanen, 94, of Fort Wayne, passed away on April 7, 2024. She graduated in Devil's Lake North Dakota, 1947, where she was Salutatorian of her class. Dolores worked as a stenographer, and secretary for the family business. She was a charter member of Messiah Lutheran Church where she also taught Sunday School. Dolores is survived by her husband...
Chad Buhr
Apr 7, 2024
Chad Buhr, 54, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, April 7, 2024. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Chad was the son of Robert and Joan (Clawson) Buhr. Chad graduated from Wayne High School class of 1989. During his working years, Chad worked for Kroger prior to his 26 year career at Meijer. All...
Maryanne Dickinson
Apr 6, 2024
Maryanne Dickinson, age 49, of Leo, IN passed away Saturday, April 6, 2024 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne, to John and Helen Pidlisny, who survive. Maryanne worked her career in accounting, most recently as a Senior Manager for Midwest Anesthesia Associates Incorporated. She enjoyed sewing, arts and crafts, and most of all she loved caring for...
Sally Adams
Apr 4, 2024
Sally Lou Adams, age 89, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024 in Fort Wayne. She was born in South Bend, IN to the late John and Madge Oberle. Sally worked as a receptionist with the Chamber of Commerce. She is survived by her children, J. Ann (Larry) Secheverell, Lori Wiegmann, Timothy Kierein; grandchildren, Shari (Tomas) Baker, Jennifer Montel, Mary Kierein,...
