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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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Rebecca Goulet

Rebecca Goulet

Dec 14, 2023

Rebecca C. Goulet, age 77, passed away Thursday, December 14, 2023 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Elmer and MaryJane Kessens. Rebecca completed her college degree from ITT at the age of 50 finishing at the top of her class. She worked as an electrical engineer, was a talented seamstress, and most of all...

Michael Hohman

Michael Hohman

Dec 14, 2023

Michael "Mike" Thomas Hohman, 58, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born to Sandra (Wheeler) and the late Thomas Hohman in Fort Wayne on November 4, 1965. He graduated from North Side High School in 1984 and Purdue University with an electrical engineering degree. Mike worked...

Patricia Eberle

Patricia Eberle

Dec 13, 2023

Patricia L. Eberle, age 65, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Decatur, IN to the late Harold Johnson and Madonna Johnson of Fort Wayne, who survives. Patricia enjoyed spending time with family especially her granddaughter, and her grand dogs. She is survived by her three daughters, Patrice Usher of New Haven, IN, Penny...

Michael Niemeyer

Michael Niemeyer

Dec 12, 2023

Michael Lee "Mike" Niemeyer, 61, passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Mike was a son of the late Robert and Elizabeth (France) Niemeyer. He graduated from Bishop Luers High School. Mike was in the Scouts and earned the honor of being an Eagle Scout. Mike worked for the Do It Best Corporation for 37...

Alan Louden

Alan Louden

Dec 11, 2023

Alan Jay Louden, age 63, of New Haven, IN passed away Monday, December 11, 2023 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Richard and Mary Lou Louden. Alan worked as a custodian with East Allen County Schools for 28 years. He was a member of Harvest Fellowship Church, and an avid bowler. Alan is survived...

Kenneth Modesitt

Kenneth Modesitt

Dec 11, 2023

Kenneth Lee Modesitt, PhD, age 82, went to be with his Heavenly Father, on December 11, 2023. He was born in Chicago, IL on March 8, 1941 to the late C. Keith and Lorene Modesitt. Ken retired from IPFW as an Emeritus professor of Computer Science. He was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church (ELCA) in Fort Wayne and will...

Yee Zhu

Yee Zhu

Dec 9, 2023

Yee Yee Zhu, a caring wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on December 9, 2023 at the age of 76. She was born in Thaton, Burma, and was the fourth of seven siblings. A kind and generous woman, Yee enjoyed cooking, cleaning, gardening, and practicing her religion. She loved spending time in the kitchen, making delicious, nutritious, and creative...

Rebecca Rickman

Rebecca Rickman

Dec 9, 2023

Rebecca Lynda June Rickman, 72, of Fort Wayne passed away on Saturday, December 9, 2023. She was born to the late Robert Arthur and Evelyn June (Lord) Volkert in Newburyport, MA on April 13, 1951. She was a homemaker, loved cats, avid collector, and loved doing arts and crafts with her grandchildren. She also taught her grandchildren life guidance and...

Rebecca Manning

Rebecca Manning

Dec 8, 2023

Rebecca K. Manning, 35, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday December 8th 2023. She graduated from Snider High School and was employed at Barnes and Noble. Some of her interests include her favorite movie, Nightmare Before Christmas, watching Doctor Who, Duke basketball, Harley Quinn and DC Comics, and listening to her favorite band, 30 Seconds to Mars. Rebecca is...

Cheryl Adams

Cheryl Adams

Dec 7, 2023

Cheryl Elaine Adams, 72, of Roanoke, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023. Cheryl was born on October 2, 1951 to the late Wayne and Wanda Avery in Dearborn, Michigan. After Cheryl graduated from Taylor Center High School in 1969, she went on to marry her loving late husband Jim Adams on August 14, 1970. Cheryl and Jim went...

Kathleen Klemme

Kathleen Klemme

Dec 7, 2023

Kathleen Dent Klemme, age 80, passed away Thursday, December 7, 2023 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late Aland C. and Agnes K. Dent. Kathy worked as a French and Spanish teacher at Bishop Dwenger High School for over 40 years where she was belovedly known as Madame or Señora Klemme to generations of students....

Nadejda "Natka" Eshcoff

Nadejda "Natka" Eshcoff

Dec 6, 2023

Nadejda "Natka" Eshcoff, passed from this life on December 6, 2023 (the feast of St. Nicholas) at the age of 97. Natka was born on July 8, 1926 in Detroit, MI. She was the daughter of Nicola Panoff and Dana Simbowa, who immigrated to the United States from Breznista, Macedonia. Natka was the oldest of three children who were born...

Clint Lewis

Clint Lewis

Dec 5, 2023

Clint Lewis, Jr., age 84, of Fort Wayne, passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023, in Fishers, IN. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI to the late Clint and Molly Lewis. Clint worked for the United States Government as a computer specialist, and more recently with Northrop Grumman. He was a member of St. Michael Lutheran Church. Clint is survived by...

Linda Hullinger

Linda Hullinger

Dec 3, 2023

Linda S. Hullinger, 74, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday December 3rd 2023. She was a 1967 graduate of Bishop Dwenger High School. Linda is survived by her sisters, Sandy (Terry) Bilger, and Vicki (Craig) Moravec. No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements entrusted to FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Kenneth Rayle

Kenneth Rayle

Dec 1, 2023

Kenneth B. Rayle, age 91, passed away Friday, December 1, 2023 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Continental, OH to the late Albert and Anna Rayle. Kenneth worked his career in the printing industry, first at the Henry County Review and later retiring from the Hubbard Company. He formerly attended St. John United Church of Christ of Holgate, OH....

Jessie Kidd

Jessie Kidd

Nov 28, 2023

Jessie Ann Kidd, age 76, passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023, in Fort Wayne. She was born in Berry, AL to the late Eugene and Eva Kelley. Jessie worked as a Real Estate Broker for over 40 years, mostly with Remax. She was a member of Gethsemane Lutheran Church, and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Jessie...

Kenneth E. "Kenny" Brower Ii

Kenneth E. "Kenny" Brower Ii

Nov 28, 2023

Kenneth Earl "Kenny" Brower II, 57, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Lutheran Hospital. Born in Fort Wayne Kenny was the son of the late Richard L. Brower and Julia (Knight) Brower who survives. Kenny attended Snider High School. Kenny was a lifelong painter working for Fisher Decorating prior to working for Everything Etc. for the past 15...

Raymond Johnson

Raymond Johnson

Nov 25, 2023

Raymond E. Johnson, 74, of South Whitley, died Saturday November 25 2023. Raymond graduated from Concordia Lutheran High School, and Cum Laude from Purdue University with a bachelor degree in Animal Science. He was offered a spot at Cornell University Veterinarian School, but he had already decided that he wanted to become a lifelong dairy farmer. He was a kind...

Teddie Allen “Ted” Murray

Teddie Allen “Ted” Murray

Nov 25, 2023

Teddie Allen "Ted" Murray, 66, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Ted was a son of the late William Murray and Elois Townley. He graduated from North Side High School. Ted began his working career in the tool and die sector before working for ITT. His love for cars,...

Joseph “Joe” G. Gomez

Joseph “Joe” G. Gomez

Nov 23, 2023

Joseph "Joe" G. Gomez, 73, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, November 23rd, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, a son of the late Melquiades and Teresa (Gonzales) Gomez. Joe graduated from Central High School. He worked as a machine operator at Tetra Pak for 42 years prior to retirement. Joe loved to...

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