Karen Sue Gresham
May 25, 2026
Karen S. Gresham, 72, of Leo, passed away on Monday May 25, 2026, at her home.
She was born in Antwerp, OH.
Karen worked for Parker Hannifin in Hicksville before retiring.
She is survived by her husband, Odest Gresham; and his children, James, Jamie, and Kyle; 9 grandchildren.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Dorothy Brickel.
Per Karen’s wishes, no services...
Gary Lee Shank
May 25, 2026
Gary Lee Shank, 80, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026. He was born to the late Olan and Helen (Muzzillo) Shank in Fort Wayne on April 5, 1946. He graduated from South Side High School and proudly served in the Air Force as a Sergeant. Gary had an eclectic career and worked for the Plant Center...
Sheldon Victor Emanuel Ericson
May 24, 2026
Sheldon Victor Emanuel Ericson, 83 years old, peacefully passed away in his home in Fort Wayne, IN, on May 24th, 2026, surrounded by his family. Sheldon was born on October 7th, 1942, in Rush City, Minnesota, to his parents, Roderick and Harriet. He attended a “two-room schoolhouse” as a child, and later graduated from the University of Minnesota. Soon after,...
Barbara "Barb" Kay Hibiske
May 24, 2026
Barbara “Barb” Kay Hibiske, 69, of Hoagland, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026. She was born to the late Harold and Marian (Neiswender) Naragon in South Bend, IN on September 27, 1956. She graduated from Jackson High School in South Bend, IN in 1975. Barb retired from East Allen County Schools as a food service team member. Gardening was...
Cynthia "Cindy" Ann Drake
May 22, 2026
Cynthia “Cindy” Ann Drake, 92, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 22, 2026.
Born on December 9, 1933, in Houston, Texas, Cindy was the daughter of the late Leroy J. Wheeler and Helen Booth (Williams) Wheeler. At just 18 years old, she became a mother for the first time, and over the next decade, she and her beloved...
Branden Michael McCann
May 22, 2026
Branden Michael McCann (07/02/2003 - 05/22/2026)
Forever 22 years old.
Branden passed away unexpectantly in an auto accident on Friday, May 22, 2026.
Branden lived his life to the fullest. He loved cars, guns, animals and a few people. He will be remembered for his smile and his willingness to go the extra mile when he wanted to.
He leaves behind his mother, Sindy;...
Mildred Elizabeth Nicodemus
May 22, 2026
Mildred E. ”Millie” Nicodemus, 97, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 22, at Byron Health Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on December 2, 1928, in Mishawaka, IN, to Ellen and Kenneth Connon. Her parents, originally from Mishawaka, were living in Chicago, and her mother temporarily returned to Mishawaka to give birth to Millie. They lived in Chicago...
Deborah Lynn Taylor
May 22, 2026
Deborah L. Taylor, 64, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday May 22, 2026. She was born to the late James and Norma Blake in Fort Wayne. Deb loved her family most of all being a mother to her son and grandmother to her grandsons. She absolutely loved elephants and she collected many statues and figurines over the years. Deb...
Myrna Rosa Gonzalez Gonzalez
May 21, 2026
Myrna Rosa Gonzalez Gonzalez, age 74, of Cidra, Puerto Rico, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Myrna was born on July 2, 1951, in Cidra, Puerto Rico, to Virginia Gonzalez and Santiago Gonzalez. She was the youngest of 12 children. After graduating from Gautier Benitez High School in 1969, Myrna attended the University of Puerto Rico, Medical Science Campus,...
Rita Mary Baccarella
May 21, 2026
Rita Mary (Sokolowski) Baccarella, 81, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Stillwater Hospice Home in Fort Wayne, Indiana, following a valiant three-year battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Born on May 7, 1945, Rita was a proud native of Bayonne, New Jersey. She grew up in the city, attending Our Lady of Mount Carmel Grammar School...
Mildred E. Leatherman
May 20, 2026
Mildred Ellen Leatherman, 91, passed away peacefully and met her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. She was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to the late Walter and Helma Schaper. Mildred married the love of her life, Allen Leatherman, on October 17, 1953, and they shared 72 wonderful years as husband and wife.
Mildred was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother,...
Braeden Jason Quinn
May 20, 2026
Braeden Quinn “Jason Fanning”, 52, of Fort Wayne passed away on Wednesday May 20th, 2026. Braeden graduated from Homestead High School class of 1992 and then he attended Purdue University. He was currently employed with Southern New Hampshire University as a financial advisor. Braeden was a talented artist. He had a gift for drawing from a very young age. Family...
Ross Donald Carolus
May 18, 2026
On Monday, May 18, 2026, Ross Donald Carolus returned home to his Heavenly Father. It was far too soon by all accounts. Born on November 17, 1962 to Alan and Doris Carolus, Ross was the second of four boys. He spent his childhood in Freedom, NY and enjoyed working at the Morgan’s farm across the street and on his Uncle...
Steven Eugene Bennett
May 16, 2026
Steven Eugene Bennett, age 70, passed away May 16, 2026, at his home in Fort Wayne, IN, surrounded by his children. He was born in Marion, Indiana to the late Ralph and Doris Elaine Bennett. Steven worked as both an HVAC technician and an electrician at Slater Steel for 15 years and, most recently, at the VA Hospital. He enjoyed...
Ida H. Purvis
May 16, 2026
Ida H. Purvis, age 75, passed away on May 16, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. She was raised in Marion, IN and a graduate of Marion High School. Ida was a lifelong resident of Marion, IN, and Silver Lake, IN. She loved all things living, including bugs, birds, animals, and people. She loved to garden and grew huge houseplants. Ida...
Barrie Leroy Peterson
May 16, 2026
Barrie L. Peterson, age 83, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a profound legacy of faith, family, and mentorship. Born on August 11, 1942, in Moline, Illinois, Barrie was the beloved son of Virgil and June Peterson. On August 31, 1963, he married the love of his life, Judy (Anderson) Peterson....
Charles Irvin Keller
May 15, 2026
Charles Irvin Keller, a cherished husband, devoted father, loving grandfather, and loyal friend, passed away on May 15, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, following a short but courageous battle with cancer. He was 83 years old. Born on June 3, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio, Charles was the son of the late Floyd and Florence Keller. He spent his formative years...
Carol Jean Strayer
May 15, 2026
Carol Jean (‘Lovey’) Strayer, age 83, joined our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in Heaven on Friday, May 15, 2026. She was born on May 1, 1943, in Garrett, IN to Bernard and Edith Lower. She was married to Norman Strayer in Kendallville, IN on May 8, 1965. Carol was a graduate of Kendallville High School (Class of 1961), Manchester...
Hermon Ababu Minda
May 15, 2026
Hermon Ababu Minda, age 25, passed away May 15, 2026, in South Bend, IN. She was born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Ababu Minda Yimene and Tsion Teklu Maru, who survive. She graduated from Canterbury High School in 2018 and later graduated from Boston University with a Bachelor's degree in communication and film studies in 2022. Hermona, as everyone called...
Patricia Marie Bennett
May 14, 2026
Patricia Marie Bennett, age 69, passed away May 14, 2026 at her home in Fort Wayne, IN, surrounded by her family. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Arthur and Virginia Hastings. Patricia worked for the Fort Wayne Newspapers as an administrative assistant and, most recently, as an assistant librarian and in the lunchroom for Fort Wayne...
