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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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Mildred Joyce Edwards
Apr 3, 2024
Mildred Joyce Edwards, age 77, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at her home in Fort Wayne. She was born in Montgomery, WV to the late Voil and Agnes Pettit. Joyce was a member of Abundant Life Church. She is survived by her son; Roy (Krissy) Edwards, Jr. of Dunlow, WV, daughter; Sarah (Marlow) Totten of Ft. Wayne, IN; 14...
Kenneth Baker
Apr 3, 2024
Kenneth Earl Baker, 67, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Born in Decatur, Indiana, Ken was a son of the late Earl D. Baker and Beverly (Gause) Ahlersmeyer. Ken graduated from South Side High School. He served our country proudly while serving in the U.S. Army. Ken worked for 27...
Ralph Adams
Apr 2, 2024
Ralph Stuart Adams, 81, passed away on April 2, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Ralph was a son of the late Manford and Jeanette Adams. Ralph graduated from Elmhurst High School and earned his Doctorate in Juris Prudence from Indiana University. He then, attended Methodist Seminary from which he earned a Doctorate in...
Jarrod Meeks
Mar 31, 2024
Jarrod D. Meeks, age 52, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne, to Ronald Sr. and Judy Meeks, who survive. Jarrod worked at Coretech for 30 years, and most recently at Rusmoore Transmission with his brother. He enjoyed working on cars, and most of all spending time with his...
Betty Welch
Mar 31, 2024
Betty Jane Welch, 94, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Betty was a daughter of the late Fred and Frances (Hoffman) Wolfe. She attended St. Joseph Central Grade School and graduated from North Side High School, class of 1948. While at N.S. she sang in their acapella choir. Betty retired from...
Anthony Mahan
Mar 29, 2024
Anthony "Tony" Martin Mahan, 60, passed away peacefully his at home on March 29, 2024 in Churubusco, IN. Tony was born in Fort Wayne on February 27, 1964 to Jack and Regina Mahan. He was a professional, union painter who took pride in his work and was associated with Strahm Group for many years. He always had a smile. Tony...
Ernest Mack
Mar 29, 2024
Ernest Mack, born on August 27, 1963, in Clarendon, South Carolina, was more than a collection of dates and places; he was a cherished son, devoted husband, loving father, and cherished member of his community. The son of Freddie Mack and Mary (Burgess) Mack, and brother to Stephanie and Gordon Mack (Debbie), Ernest's life was marked by love and family....
Phyllis Grindle
Mar 25, 2024
Phyllis J. Grindle, 87, passed away peacefully in her children's arms on March 25th at her home in Fort Wayne. Born in Huntington, IN, to Ferrol and Cecil (Turner) Joseph, Phyllis grew up in Convoy, OH. While working many years at Teleflex, she also spent 10 years volunteering as an EMT for the Convoy Fire Department. After retirement, Phyllis was...
Susan Mcmahon
Mar 25, 2024
Susan Elizabeth McMahon, age 68, passed away March 25, 2024 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born in Kennett, MO to the late Jack and Essie McMahon. Her career was in the telecommunication industry. She was fiercely independent and loyal. She loved her family, loved her many friends, and she loved her dogs. She will be remembered by all who...
Glenna Udell
Mar 24, 2024
Glenna M. (Salzmann) Udell, age 75, passed away on March 24, 2024 from breast cancer. She was born on January 6, 1949 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Eugene H. and Mary T. Salzmann. She is survived by her loving husband of 20 years, Mark V. Udell of Fort Wayne, IN; his three daughters, Michelle (Bill) Mills of Racine, WI,...
Linda Chatman
Mar 23, 2024
Linda Kay Chatman Beachem lovingly known as (Pumpkin) passed away peacefully on March 23, 2024. She was born on June 21, 1953 to Leonard Beachem Jr. and Mary Catherine in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Both parents proceeded her in death. Linda was a dedicated Christian, who lived her life with unwavering faith, love, and kindness. She touched the lives of many...
Alan "Al" J. Dunn
Mar 23, 2024
Alan "Al" J. Dunn, 69, of Huntertown, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024. He was born to the late John L. Dunn Sr. and Elizabeth "Betty" (Bishop) Dunn in Fort Wayne. He graduated from Carroll High School in 1973. Al was an electrician at Sheller-Globe for 26 years. He then started Dunn and Sons Electric with his sons. He...
Erle Hodge
Mar 22, 2024
Erle William Hodge, 68, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024. Born in Marion, Indiana, Erle was a son of the late Dale Hodge and Mary Price. Erle graduated from Marion High School, class of 1974 and from the Ironworker Local 147 Apprenticeship class of 1979. He met the love of his life when he was just 12 years of...
Dennis Miller
Mar 22, 2024
Dennis Edwin Miller was born May 27, 1949 to Gerald Miller and Corky Miller in Fort Wayne, IN. He died peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Friday, March 22, 2024 at Heritage Pointe of Huntington. Denny graduated from Eastside High School in Butler, IN Class of 1967. He actively served in the US Army during the Vietnam War from...
Kay Lynne Slattery Hill
Mar 21, 2024
Kay is now reunited with her beloved husband and soul mate, James H. Hill, II; her grandparents; father, Donald Richard Slattery and her many four-legged children. Do not grieve for Kay as she is finally at peace. She has won the war against her failing body and the separation from Jim. Kay was a true force to be reckoned with....
Christian Stauffer
Mar 20, 2024
Christian Stauffer, age 91, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2024 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Daniel and Anna Stauffer. Chris developed a fierce work ethic from an early age and quickly established himself in the home building industry. For 50 years, Chris Stauffer Homes was a leading home builder in Fort Wayne and...
Ronald Miller
Mar 19, 2024
Ronald Lee Miller, 83, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away peacefully in his Suffolk, Virginia home on March 19, 2024. He was born on July 24, 1940, in Goshen, Indiana to parents Herbert "Sam" and Vivian (Biddle) Miller. He proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1957-1960, and cherished his time in Stuttgart, Germany. Upon returning to Fort Wayne, he...
Rebecca Marquis
Mar 18, 2024
Becky Marquis, age 72, passed away, Monday, March 18, 2024, at her home in Fort Wayne, IN, surrounded by her family. She was born in Evansville, IN to the late Gordon and Wilma Bennett (Allison) and graduated from Westville High School where she was a cheerleader and worked in her family's restaurant. She is survived by her husband of 52...
Emily Robin Brooks
Mar 17, 2024
Emily Robin Brooks, age 39, of Fort Wayne passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024 at her home. She was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Robert Brooks and Sherllyn Hale, who survives. Emily loved caring for her family as a homemaker, was involved with Autism Speaks, enjoyed video games, true crime podcasts, Jeffree Star Makeup, and collecting purses. She...
Donald R. "Don" Porter
Mar 17, 2024
Donald Revel "Don" Porter, 90, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, March 17, 2024. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Don was the son of the late Lucile (Ehle) Gehring. After graduating from Central High School in 1951, Don enlisted into the military serving in both the Marine Corps and the Air Force from 1953-1962. Don...
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