Judy Dombrowski
Oct 31, 2023
Judy Lynn Dombrowski, 85, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Judy was a daughter of the late Lynn W. and Joan (Juday) Harford. She graduated from North Side High School, class of 1957. Judy was the personnel manager for Target for 30 years, prior to...
Daniel Stango
Oct 28, 2023
Daniel Michael Stango, 95 Born February 9, 1928, to Italian parents, Leonard and Jettie (Verniero) Stango in Newark, NJ, and passed away October 28, 2023, in Ft. Wayne, IN. Dan was a beloved family member, an active sportsman, and contributor to his community. After graduating from Harrison High School in New Jersey, Dan enlisted in the United States Army in...
Larry Crandall
Oct 27, 2023
Larry Dean Crandall, 75, completed his life's journey on October 27, 2023. Born in Arlington, SD on September 9, 1948, Larry was the son of the late Raymond and Mavis (Thompson) Crandall. He graduated from Sheyenne River Academy in North Dakota, class of 1967. Larry then earned his bachelor's degree in Industrial Education from Anderson University in Berrien Springs, Michigan...
Kerrwin Short
Oct 26, 2023
Kerrwin Jay "KJ" Short, 65, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday October 26, 2023. KJ was born on March 28, 1958, in Fort Wayne to Laurel J and Wyona (Meyer) Short. He worked for over 20 years at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, followed by American Graphic Systems, and in later years Fedex. From an early age, KJ developed a...
Patricia Gibson
Oct 26, 2023
Patricia Louise Gibson, 86, of Warsaw, Ind. passed away on Thursday October 26th, 2023 at home. Pat was born in Fort Wayne, Ind. She graduated from Central High School. Pat worked as a cook for American Legion Post 253 for 15 years. She was actively involved in the VFW, American Legion, and AMVETS. Pat married Bert E. Gibson, on February...
Linda Leimer
Oct 25, 2023
Linda S. Leimer, age 82, of Fort Wayne passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Indianapolis, IN to the late Rupert and Flossie Olinger. Linda worked as a professional seamstress specializing in wedding dresses. She was a member of Ascension Lutheran Church where she served as the Director of Music. She also enjoyed singing...
Kelvin Brubaker
Oct 24, 2023
Kelvin Edward Brubaker, 70, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Kelvin was the son of the late Harold and Lois (Radke) Brubaker. Kelvin graduated from New Haven High School class of 1971. After high school, he developed his passion for architecture into a lifelong career using his...
Jeffery Bower
Oct 22, 2023
Pastor Jeffery Bower went to his heavenly home on Sunday, October 22nd at 6:50 PM. He left this earth quickly and without pain because of a brain aneurysm. Those who knew Jeff, readily identified him as a great man of faith, a man who dedicated his whole life to serving others. Having served thirty-four years as senior pastor of Crawford...
William "Tom" Wyant
Oct 21, 2023
William "Tom" Wyant, age 80, of Fort Wayne and formerly of Kokomo, IN passed away Saturday, October 21, 2023 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Kokomo to the late William "Clay" and Catherine Wyant. Tom served his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force and later a member of VFW Post 1152 of Kokomo serving as Quarter...
Earl Booker
Oct 19, 2023
Earl E. Booker, age 75, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2023 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Columbus, IN to the late Warren and Flora Booker. Earl served his country as a member of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He retired from BF Goodrich, was active in the Lutheran Church, and a member of...
John Settles
Oct 18, 2023
John "George" Settles, Jr., age 64 , of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away Wednesday, October 18th, 2023. He was the son of John Sr. and Nora Settles . John enjoyed fishing, camping and traveling. He was not fond of cold weather and loved any time spent in Florida. John was also an avid reader, especially the works of Western novelist,...
Roy Nelson
Oct 18, 2023
Roy Yngve Nelson, 92, went home to be with his Savior and Lord on October 18, 2023. Roy was born in Chicago, IL on January 22, 1931. Roy had one sister and was the oldest child of the late Carl and Ina (Anderson) Nelson. Roy attended Niles Township HS and was a talented athlete. Roy served in the US Navy...
William Berning
Oct 18, 2023
William "Bill" A. Berning, 91, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 18th, 2023 at his home. Bill was a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne. He was a graduate of Concordia Lutheran High School. He attended Valparaiso University where he met Carol Amling. He received his JD from Valparaiso Law School. Bill was a member of the Allen...
Pamela Flitcraft
Oct 17, 2023
Pamela Sue Flitcraft, 63, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully at home on October 17, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on September 26, 1960 to Patty and Charles Niedermeyer in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Pam graduated from Northrop High School in 1978. She worked at Lincoln Life for 42 years. Pam married Lane Flitcraft on June 24, 2016 in...
Stacy Fowler
Oct 16, 2023
Stacy L. (Barman) Fowler, age 51, passed away Monday, October 16th, 2023 in Fort Wayne. She is survived by three children; her mother, Scheryl Barman; and brothers, Travis Barman and Austin (Katrina) Barman. She was preceded in death by her father. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to Fort Wayne Humane....
Thomas Harford
Oct 16, 2023
Thomas L. Harford, age 81, passed away Monday, October 16, 2023 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Lynn and Joan Harford. Tom worked at WANE TV, first as a photographer and later as a broadcast engineer. He was a member of Trinity English Lutheran Church, enjoyed playing cards, photography, and tinkering...
Debra Philbee
Oct 15, 2023
Debra A. Philbee, 66, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, October 15th,2023. Debra loved classic rock music, dancing, and visiting the city of Chicago. Debra is survived by her brother, Jeff Pinkston of Bull Head City, AZ.; sister, Brenda (Gene) Kramer of Rome City, Ind.; and several nieces and a nephew. Debra was preceded in death by her husband,...
Robert Mishler
Oct 14, 2023
Robert R. Mishler, age 91, of Fort Wayne passed away Saturday, October 14th, 2023 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Sturgis, MI to the late John and Esther Mishler and was raised in Shipshewana, IN. Robert proudly served his country as member of the U.S. Army. He worked 34 years for Mutual Security Life serving as Vice President of...
Sebastian Otis
Oct 14, 2023
Sebastian Otis, 28, of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, passed from this earthly life on October 14, 2023. Sebastian was the first son of April McAtee and Aaron McAtee. He is survived by his mother and father and his younger siblings: Deacon Macatee, Ariden McAtee and Tia Belvin. He was the beloved nephew of Tonia Pankop, Tisha Pankop, Shane Otis and Jennifer...
Edna Jefferies
Oct 13, 2023
Edna (Jodie) Mae Jefferies, age 76, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023, at home with her family at her side. Jodie was born on May 30, 1947, in Matewan, West Virginia, the daughter of the late James and Delphine (Duty) Dillon. Jodie lived in West Virginia, Michigan, California, Würzburg Germany, Ohio, and then in Indiana...
