Brian Alan Day
Jan 22, 2026
Brian Alan Day, 66, of Fort Wayne, born on February 6, 1959, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026, with family by his side. A loving father and grandfather who left behind his passion of love, kindness and friendships. Brian graduated from South Side High School in 1977 and spent his entire professional career with North American Van Lines (Sirva,...
Kelley Anne Marvin
Jan 21, 2026
Kelley Anne (Millard) Marvin, 50, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on January 21, 2026. She concluded her life peacefully, surrounded by family and friends.
Born in South Bend, Indiana, on May 31, 1975, to Linda Howard (Warren Howard) and Thomas Millard.
She was a graduate of Elmhurst High School's Class of 1994 and later earned a Bachelor of Science degree in...
Andrew Ritchie
Jan 20, 2026
Andrew Ritchie, 85, of Lagrange, IN., passed away on Tuesday January 20th2026. He was born in Kentucky and as a young man moved to northern Indiana for work and more opportunity. Andrew enjoyed watching westerns, especially one with John Wayne. He also liked working on cars. Andrew was a hard worker, a loving father and husband, and a great provider...
Carol A. Colby
Jan 20, 2026
Carol A. Colby, age 83, of Fort Wayne, passed away on January 20, 2026. Carol was a proud member of the Red Hat Society and enjoyed spending time in Shipshewana and relaxing at the lake. She loved to travel and explore new places, and she will be fondly remembered for her wonderfully dry sense of humor. She is survived by...
Mary Louise Gatton
Jan 20, 2026
Mary L. Gatton, age 73, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026. She was born in Whitley County, IN, to the late Augustus and Catherine Nagy. Mary spent more than 30 years as an Insurance Underwriter with Lincoln Financial Corporation, and after retiring, she continued serving her community through her work with Fort Wayne Community Schools. She...
Lisa Marie Stephens
Jan 20, 2026
Lisa Marie (Topp) Stephens, age 63, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family, following a courageous three-year battle with cancer. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Lisa was a daughter of the late James Topp and Helen Topp, who survives. During her working years, Lisa was employed with Apollo Manufacturing, where she worked for many years on the...
Jerry Hickman
Jan 19, 2026
Jerry Hickman, CSA, ChFC, age 81, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, January 19, 2026. Born in Goshen, Indiana, Jerry was a son of the late Dale and Jane (Myers) Hickman. He graduated from Syracuse High School, class of 1962. Jerry proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1964 to 1968, attaining the rank...
Michael Allen Ciolkos
Jan 18, 2026
April 8, 1953 – January 18, 2026
Michael A. Ciolkos, 72, of Angola, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Born in Angola, Indiana, on April 8, 1953, to the late Walter and Beatrice Ciolkos, Michael was a proud graduate of Angola High School. It was there, and at the beloved Bledsoe’s Beach on nearby Lake James, that he first...
Allen Homer Leatherman
Jan 18, 2026
Allen Homer Leatherman, 91, went to his heavenly home on Sunday, January 18, 2026. He was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Homer and Goldie Leatherman. He married the love of his life, Mildred (Schaper) on October 17, 1953. A devoted man of faith, Allen lived a life of service, a commitment that defined his decades-long career at Brotherhood Mutual...
Netah L. Schmalz
Jan 18, 2026
Netah L. Schmalz, age 68, passed away January 18, 2026 in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Denver, CO, to the late Charles and Phyllis Armstrong. She worked in accounting as an office administrator. Netah is survived by her husband, Kenneth Schmalz; children, Charles Schmalz, Misty (Antwoin) Jackson, Stephanie Charles, and David (Alicia) Schmalz; 9 grandchildren; and two great-granddaughters....
Daniel Jay Beal
Jan 18, 2026
Daniel Jay Beal, age 68, passed away January 18, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Bozeman, Montana, to the late Ernest and Ethel Beal. Daniel worked his career as a construction superintendent in the Atlanta, GA area. He loved spending time outdoors, riding his motorcycle, and caring for his dogs.
Daniel is survived by his daughters, Lauren (Jorge)...
Kathy A. Eme
Jan 17, 2026
Kathy A. Eme, age 71, passed away January 17, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born at the Chanute Air Force Base in Champaign, IL, to the late Dale Graves and Mary Ann Graves, who survives. Kathy was a dedicated and loyal employee of Kelley Chevrolet for more than 40 years, serving faithfully as a warranty claims processor. She...
Gregory Leo Rocha
Jan 17, 2026
Gregory Leo Rocha, 61, of New Haven, passed away on Saturday January 17,2026 at his home. Greg was born in Toledo, OH and grew up in Akron. He graduated from Central Hower Highschool class of 1983.
He was an avid Browns fan and always cheered for Ohio State University. He loved sports of all kinds including NASCAR. Greg was a 1980’s...
John Howard Melton
Jan 17, 2026
John Howard Melton, 84, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026. He was born to the late Albert and Ruth (Price) Melton in Middlesboro, KY on March 17, 1941. John proudly served in the US Army. He was an excellent welder, fabricator, and mechanic. John enjoyed gardening, loved to cook and grilled the best BBQ. He was...
Shirley Ann Mackey
Jan 16, 2026
Shirley Ann Mackey (Tuck), 76, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on January 16, 2026 at home with family after bravely battling pancreatic cancer for 3 years. She was born March 11, 1949, in Portsmouth, Ohio, a daughter of the late Patricia and Harlow Tuck. Shirley was a loving wife, wonderful mother and devoted grandmother. She was a woman of...
Anne Vining Larson
Jan 15, 2026
Anne V. Larson, 82, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Berkeley, CA., passed away on Thursday, January 15th, 2026. Anne was born in Lafayette, IN to the late Leland and Ruth (Coby) Vining.
She earned her undergraduate degree from Purdue University and her master’s degree from William & Mary. Anne spent her career in elementary education.
She was previously a member of Blackhawk...
Alan Richard Behm
Jan 15, 2026
Alan Richard Behm, age 66, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born in Neenah, Wisconsin, Alan was a son of the late Vernon R. Behm and Gladys W. (Chapman) Behm. During his working years, Alan was entrusted with the care and maintenance of several downtown buildings, where he took great pride in ensuring they were...
Michael Todd Harris
Jan 13, 2026
Michael Todd Harris, age 55, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, Michael was a son of Michael and Sonja (Strength) Harris.
Michael was a graduate of Snider High School and went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from the University of Mobile in Alabama. Michael possessed...
David Trout
Jan 13, 2026
David L. Trout, age 63, passed away on January 13, 2026, at his home in Fort Wayne, IN. Born in Huntington, IN, he was the son of Donald and Helen Trout, who survive him. A graduate of South Side High School, David spent his career doing what he loved, cooking. He worked as a cook at Casa’s, where his talent...
Eileen Sharon Heminger
Jan 12, 2026
Eileen (Boyce) Heminger, the beloved daughter of Jeremiah (d. 1940) and Luella (Murray) Boyce (d.1985), passed away peacefully the evening of Monday, January 12, at her home surrounded by members of her family. Throughout her life, Eileen made it a point to bring joy and optimism to family and friends, always finding the best in everyone she encountered and finding...
