Troy Lee Patterson
Jul 16, 2026
Troy Lee Patterson, 52, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026. He was born on August 4, 1973. Troy grew up in Berne and graduated from South Adams High School in 1992. He then graduated from Word of Life Bible Institute in Schroon Lake, NY in 1994. During his time in college, he sang bass in a...
Patricia A. Minga
Jul 15, 2026
Patricia made her way into this world on December 31, 1946, in Minneapolis, the eldest of 3 daughters born to John and Lucille Cederstrom. She enjoyed a lively childhood in the Midwest where her two younger sisters, Ruth and Mary, looked up to her, and where she set a high academic standard for them to follow. The Cederstrom family later...
Sharran Lee Gavin
Jul 15, 2026
Sharran L. Gavin, 94, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday July 15, 2026. She was born in Fort Wayne and attended Central High School. Sharran was the owner of LaHartz Trophy and Awards. She was also the conservator of Stevie’s Island, Past President of the Central Lions Club, and member of the EAA for over 30 years. Sharran was...
Philip S. Tapp
Jul 15, 2026
Philip Steven Tapp, age 70, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away July 15, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Philip D. and Joan Tapp. Steve spent his career as a skilled meat cutter, beginning at Parrot Packing Company and Tapps Family Meat Market before later working for Kroger and Save-a-Lot....
Marla Sue Gipson
Jul 14, 2026
Marla Sue (Dancer) Gipson, 72, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Auburn, Indiana, Marla was the daughter of the late Jack and Cecelia (Harding) Dancer. She was a graduate of North Side High School. Marla was the owner and operator of Marc Associates for more than 20 years, where...
Shirley Ann Elaine Kinder
Jul 14, 2026
Shirley Ann Boroff Koegel Kinder.
March 23, 1941 - July 14, 2026
Shirley Ann Boroff Koegel Kinder, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2026, in the loving presence of her family. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on March 23, 1941, Shirley was a beacon of love and kindness throughout her 85 years. The daughter of...
Patricia Ann Scherschel
Jul 14, 2026
Patricia A. Scherschel, 77, of New Haven, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
Born in New York City, Patricia was the beloved daughter of the late Edward and Alice Albert. She dedicated more than 20 years of service to East Allen County Schools, where she was known for her hard work, kindness.
Pat found joy in life's simple pleasures. She...
Kurt M. Jordan
Jul 13, 2026
Kurt Matthew Jordan of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away July 13, 2026, at the age of 93. He was born on July 10, 1933, to Irma and Gerhardt Jordan in Indianapolis. Kurt graduated from Valparaiso University and later earned a master's degree in English from Ball State. He taught English and humanities classes at Concordia Lutheran High School for 41...
Donald Leroy Miller Sr.
Jul 13, 2026
Donald Leroy Miller, Sr. 95 (aka) Don, Leroy, Uncle Lee, Miller, Mr. Miller, Sonny, Dad, Grandpa, Papa, Great Papa, Great Grandpa, and Pa died peacefully on July 13, 2026 after an incredible life of hunting, fishing, farming, building, fixing, caring, and loving. He was born along with his twin sister Loraine to Homer and Hazel Marie(Davis) Miller on November 13,...
Craig Anthony Stephens
Jul 12, 2026
Craig Anthony Stephens, 61, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026. He was born to Betty Switzer in Fort Wayne on January 13, 1965. He was raised by his mother and stepfather, William Switzer. Craig graduated from Northrop High School after returning to finish his diploma in 1986. Craig worked over two decades as both a forklift...
Kevin Michael Lynch
Jul 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Kevin, who passed away peacefully today at his home in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Kevin was born in Canada to Patrick and Lillian and grew up alongside his rowdy crew of siblings—Bryan, Dennis, Sharon, and Maureen. He was the devoted husband of Misty, whom we know was waiting...
Raymond Larry Hoverman
Jul 12, 2026
Raymond Larry “Ray” Hoverman, 82, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on July 12, 2026. Born on July 3, 1944, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Ray lived a life defined by love, dedication, and deep connection to his family. Ray shared 56 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Ginni Hoverman. Together, they built a life centered around family, commitment, and...
Rex Robert Roy
Jul 12, 2026
Rex R. Roy, age 79, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at home with family. Rex was a proud Army veteran, having served in the Vietnam War. Rex worked at Zollner Pistons for 33 years and retired in 2002. He was known for his playful personality, and he never met a stranger. He will be missed tremendously. Rex is...
James Ray Reecer
Jul 11, 2026
James “Jim” Reecer, 88, passed away peacefully at home on July 11, after a year-long illness, surrounded by the love of his family. He was diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer in June 2025 and given six to eight weeks to live. Up until then, Jim was a picture of health — he took no medications and was unusually fit, active,...
Matthew Lee Girardot
Jul 11, 2026
Matthew "Matt" Girardot, 50, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at his home following a courageous battle with cancer. Matt was the son of the late Lee Dell and Linda Girardot. Those who knew Matt knew there wasn't much he wasn't willing to tackle. He often described himself as a "Jack of all trades and...
Sheila Ann Joyce
Jul 11, 2026
Sheila Ann Joyce, age 61, passed away July 11, 2026, at her home in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late Alan Bennington and Mary Bennington, who survives. Sheila worked as a hairdresser and was the former owner of Great Lengths Salon in Fort Wayne, where she enjoyed connecting with friends. She had a love...
Colby Barker
Jul 11, 2026
Colby Barker, age 85, passed away July 11, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. Colby was born in Lexington, KY, to Curt and Lida Barker and grew up in a large family of fourteen children. Colby proudly served his country as a member of the US Navy during the Vietnam War. After serving in the Navy, he returned to Fort Wayne...
Joel Vincent Ley
Jul 10, 2026
Joel Vincent Ley, 70, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, July 10th, 2026. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Joel was the son of Arnold and Phyllis (Hardy) Ley. He graduated from North Side High School and continued his education at Ivy Tech Community College. Joel met the love of his life, Susan Odem,...
John Joseph Lothamer
Jul 10, 2026
John Joseph “Joe” Lothamer, 73, of Fort Wayne, IN. passed away on Friday July 10th 2026. Joe worked for Dana Corporation for 30 years before retiring. He then went back to work for TMI. He enjoyed watching classic movies, planting flowers, and landscaping. Joe will be remembering for always being there for his family. He loved to help out anytime...
Kathleen Horst
Jul 10, 2026
Kathleen Horst, age 73, passed away on July 10, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Paterson, NJ, to the late Harold and Elizabeth Lutz. Before her retirement, Kathleen worked at American Electronic Components of Elkhart, IN, and more recently at Utilimaster of Wakarusa, IN, as a Quality Assurance Technician. She is survived by her husband of 31...
