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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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Roy Green
Feb 6, 2024
In Loving Memory of Roy Wayne Green, 74, who peacefully passed away on February 6, 2024 in his home surrounded by family. He was born on December 23, 1949 in Tampa, Florida to Eva and Roy Green while stationed at MacDill Air Force Base, and his life was a testament to love, kindness, and strength. Wayne was not only a...
Michael Dennis
Feb 6, 2024
Michael G. Dennis, 62, of New Haven, passed away on Tuesday February 6, 2024 at his home. Mike served his country in the United States Army. He was a lifelong roofer and worked for CMS Roofing. Mike was an Indianapolis Colt's fan. Mike is survived by his wife of 45 years Teresa; son, Jerry Dennis; son, Michael (fiance Stacey) Dennis;...
Kathleen Prince
Feb 5, 2024
Kathleen "Mumzie" Janice Prince, 81, of Auburn, NY, went Home to our Lord on Monday, February 5, 2024. She was born to the late Woodrow Wilson and Dorothy Emma (McGuirk) Chilson on February 23, 1942 in Butler, PA. She received her associates degree from Cayuga Community College. She loved to crochet, to travel, reading and most importantly spending time with...
Mary Barbier
Feb 4, 2024
Mary Jane Barbier, age 86, of Fort Wayne passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024 in Fort Wayne. She was born and lived her entire life in Fort Wayne graduating from Central High School in 1955. Mary Jane worked in the office accounting department for Kmart Corp. for over 30 years and finished her career at Lincoln Financial for 5 years....
Cynthia Fyock
Feb 4, 2024
Cynthia JM Fyock, 73, of New Haven passed away on Sunday February 04, 2024. She was born to the late Fred and Edna Mervine in Fort Wayne. Cynthia graduated from New Haven High School. She worked for Standard Federal Bank for 20 years, owned her own antiques store for 20 years, and was most recently employed at Mid-States Electric. She...
Marcia Linsky
Feb 3, 2024
"She was powerful not because she was scared, but because she went on so strongly, despite the fear." Maya Angelou Marcia Louise Linsky, 64, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, tragically left us on Saturday, February 3rd, 2024. Marcia was born in Ohio on February 9th, 1959, to Charles and Marjorie Gohlke. From an early age, she wanted to be an attorney,...
Felicity Steere
Feb 2, 2024
Felicity P. Steere, 81, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully, with family at her side, on Friday, February 2, 2024. She was born to the late Arthur Carl and Miriam (Sodergren) Piepkorn on February 5th, 1942 in Fort Snelling, MN. Felicity is survived by her son, Lloyd (Debra) Steere; daughter, Elisabeth Mason; grandchildren, Nicholas (Tabatha) Mason, Alexander (Nicole) Mason, Megan...
Richard "Rich" T. Hanauer
Feb 2, 2024
Richard "Rich" T. Hanauer, 84, of New Haven, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024. He was born to the late Wilbur and Marjorie L. (Meyer) Hanauer in Huntington, IN on July 23, 1939. Rich proudly served in the US Army. He was a member of New Haven United Methodist Church. Rich retired from working security at the Division of...
Hailey Perozo
Feb 1, 2024
Hailey G. Perozo, age 17, of Fort Wayne passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024 at her home. She was born in Pembroke Pines, FL to Wilfredo Perozo and Alyssa (John) Perozo-Dickerson. Hailey was raised in St. Louis, MO by her mother and loving step-father, John. Hailey will be remembered for her creative mind and her love of art, music, and...
Barbara Mcdowell
Feb 1, 2024
Barbara Ann McDowell, 76, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024. She was born to the late Donald and Mary (White) Beaty on December 18, 1947 in Fort Wayne. She retired as a nurse from the Byron Health Center after 25 years. Barbara loved to garden, being outdoors, to babysit the kids in the family, her cat,...
Leanne Tupper
Jan 30, 2024
Leanne M. Tupper, 48, of Fort Wayne passed away on January 30, 2024. Leanne was a passionate Daughter of the Nile for 10 years. She was an Eastern Star for 3 years. Leanne was such a beautiful soul. She was a loving mother of 3, a wonderful daughter, proud sister, devoted aunt, amazing grandmother, and a faithful friend. She loved...
Virginia Flesher
Jan 29, 2024
Virginia E. Flesher, 94, passed away on Monday January 29th, 2024 in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in New York City, New York. Virginia married Claire William Flesher on October 9, 1949 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Virginia worked for Home Life Insurance in New York and also in Omaha, Neb. She spent the next couple of years as a...
Lori Gibbons
Jan 29, 2024
Lori Lynn Gibbons passed away at 4:25pm on January 29,2024 surrounded by family after a valiant and courageous fight with a long-term illness. Lori was born on May 6th, 1962 in Fort Wayne to Ron and Mary Peters, she grew up in New Haven, IN and graduated from Woodlan High School. Lori was tiny but mighty and was afraid of...
Michael Ward
Jan 27, 2024
Michael "Mike" Jon Ward, 59, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. He was born to Janice Elaine (Welborn) and the late William A. Ward in Wabash, IN. He graduated from Synder High School in 1982. Mike was a history buff, musician, and artistic. Along with his mother, Mike is survived by...
Steven Buchanan
Jan 27, 2024
Steven Lee Buchanan, 66, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Indianapolis, Steven was a son of the late Harold and Lorene (Elliot) Buchanan. Steven graduated from Carmel High School and earned his bachelors degree in Construction Engineering. Steven met his bride to be 52 years ago as they were childhood...
Becky Phillips
Jan 26, 2024
Rebecca Kaye "Becky" Phillips, 42, passed away on Friday, January 26, 2024. Born in Ypsilanti, Michigan, Becky was the daughter of John and Patricia (Rose) Corcoran. Becky worked for Bob Evans serving as Assistant Manager at their Wabash Restaurant prior to working for their Fort Wayne location serving as Assistant Manager. Becky was a devoted wife, caring daughter, loving mother,...
Donald Smith
Jan 26, 2024
Donald E. Smith, age 84, passed away Friday, January 26, 2024 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Joseph and Ruth Smith. Don worked his career as a steamfitter and was an active member of the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local #166 for 57 years and served as an instructor for apprentices. He proudly served his...
Inez Burch
Jan 26, 2024
Inez Jean Burch, age 85, of Fort Wayne and formerly of Scottsdale, AZ, and Napa, CA, passed away Friday, January 26th, 2024 at her home, where she was surrounded by her three loving daughters and faithful companion Rico the chihuahua. Inez was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Oscar and Viola Carnes. She worked as a nurse with the...
Steven Cervi
Jan 25, 2024
Steven Allen Cervi, age 79, of New Haven, IN passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Des Moines, IA to the late Hal and Wilma Cervi. Steven worked his career in both manufacturing and construction, working for WA Sheets. He enjoyed model trains and most of all spending time with family especially his grandchildren....
Geneva Hammond
Jan 25, 2024
Geneva G. Hammond, age 85, passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024 at her home in Fort Wayne. She was born in Decatur, IL, to the late Perry and Mattie Summers. Geneva worked for over 46 years at the Fort Wayne State Hospital as a beautician, CNA, and nursing assistant. Geneva was a farm-girl at heart, and loved to spend time...
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