Obituaries

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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Betty Ann Krywicki

Betty Ann Krywicki

May 9, 2023

Betty Ann Krywicki, age 81, of Fort Wayne passed away May 9, 2023 at her home. She was born in Michigan to the late Louis and Elanor Bozin. It was rewarding for her to complete her education from Westfield State University after it was delayed by marriage and raising a family. Betty Ann was the Governor's appointee to the Board...

Kiera Zepke

Kiera Zepke

May 9, 2023

Kiera Erin Zepke, 20, passed away on Tuesday, May, 9, 2023. Kiera was born into this universe on November 29, 2002 a daughter of Todd Zepke and Lindsey Erickson. She attended Northrop High School and South Side High School. Kiera was a free spirit, with an amazing personality and character that will never be matched. She was always awaiting her...

Dennis Cromwell

Dennis Cromwell

May 8, 2023

Pastor Dennis Glenn Cromwell was born in Flint, Michigan, on June 19th, 1947. He finished his earthly assignment on Monday, May 8th, 2023, at the age of 75. He is preceded in death by his beautiful wife of 43 years Beverly (February 2010) and son Timothy (July 2017). He is survived by his spouse of 11 years Dorothy, sons John...

Larry E. Niemeyer

Larry E. Niemeyer

May 7, 2023

Larry E. Niemeyer, age 73, of New Haven, IN passed away Sunday, May 7, 2023 at his home. He was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Robert and Elizabeth Niemeyer. Larry worked as a truck driver with JAT Fort Wayne and more recently he enjoyed driving for the Amish community. He was a respected Little League umpire in New...

Anthony Gohde

Anthony Gohde

May 6, 2023

Anthony "Tony" Ross Gohde, 63, of Columbia City, IN formerly of Beloit, WI, Neillsville, WI, Alma Center, WI passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at Majestic Care West Nursing Home. He was born on May 28, 1959 in Edgerton, WI to Rosella Burlingame and the late William Gohde. He graduated from Black River Falls High School in Black...

Darlene Canavera

Darlene Canavera

May 5, 2023

Darlene Edith Canavera, 73, passed away on Friday, May 5, 2023. Born in Colorado Springs, CO., Darlene was a daughter of the late Clarence and Edith (Massaro) Levy. During her working years, she had several different careers including working for a Rehabilitation Home. Darlene enjoyed socializing, cooking, rooting for the Green Bay Packers, and spending time with her family. Surviving...

John Wolfe

John Wolfe

May 5, 2023

John Eugene Wolfe, 73, passed away on Friday, May 5 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana John was a son of the late Kenneth and Velma (Swaim) Wolfe. During his working career, John was a concrete finisher, and general laborer in the construction industry and with Brooks Construction for 20 years. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing and...

Darell Parker

Darell Parker

May 4, 2023

Darell L Parker, age 79 passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at his home in Fort Wayne, IN surrounded by family. He was born on February 4, 1944 in Dayton, OH to the late Kenneth and Geraldine Parker. Darell worked at BF Goodrich for 43 years as a forklift operator, retiring in 2006. Darell enjoyed woodworking, shooting pool, playing...

James Garman

James Garman

May 4, 2023

James "Jim" William Garman, 51, of Fort Wayne hit light speed on his final journey to his heavenly home, May 4, 2023. Jim was a lifetime resident of Fort Wayne, Indiana and graduate of Snider High School and Ivy Tech Community College. Growing up he reveled in his role as eldest of three boys and taught many a mischievous lesson,...

Michael Rosselot

Michael Rosselot

May 4, 2023

Michael J. Rosselot, age 76, formerly of Fort Wayne and Jeffersonville, IN passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023 in Muncie, IN. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late James Rosselot and Jacquelyn Mowat. Michael is survived by his wife, Cheryl Reiling of Fort Wayne; children, Brad Reiling and Brandee (Dr. Derrick) Garcia; two grandchildren; and siblings, Patrick (Debra)...

Jerry Lock

Jerry Lock

May 3, 2023

Jerry Wayne Lock, 73, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at his home. Born in Wolf Lake, Indiana, Jerry was the son of the late Paul and Glenna (Mitchell) Lock. Jerry served our country proudly as a Marine during the Vietnam War earning numerous medals including the Purple Heart. He owned Midtech Tool and Die in Angola for many...

Victor Zakhi

Victor Zakhi

May 3, 2023

Victor Zakhi, age 92, of Fort Wayne passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late John and Angelina Zakhi. Victor worked over 30 years GTE which later became Verizon. More recently he was a volunteer "employee" at Brookwood Golf Club for over 30 years. Victor is survived by his son, John Zakhi of...

Curtis Brown

Curtis Brown

May 1, 2023

Curtis L. Brown, age 63, passed away Monday, May 1, 2023 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in St. Louis, MO to the late Orville "Lee" Leroy and Josie "Jo" Annie Brown. Curtis worked at General Motors for 35 years as an assembler and an auditor. He is survived by his children, Taylor Brown and Teagan Brown...

Thelma "Sam" Marie Mcdonald

Thelma "Sam" Marie Mcdonald

Apr 30, 2023

Thelma "Sam" Marie McDonald, age 71, of Fort Wayne passed away Sunday, April 30, 2023. She was born in Ypsilanti, MI, to the late Loyd and Rose McDonald. Sam worked with Ford Motor Company for over 30 years as a production associate and most recently at Harmony Elementary School of Vancouver, WA as a media assistant. She was a member...

Ciin Mang

Ciin Mang

Apr 30, 2023

Ciin Go Mang, 29, went to be with the Lord on Sunday April 30th, 2023. She is survived by her husband Vial Do Thang. Funeral service for Ciin Go will take place on Friday May 5th, 2023 at 10 am with visitation beginning at 9 am all at First Zo Assembly of God Church, 1400 W. Washington Center Rd. Fort...

Edward Roy

Edward Roy

Apr 29, 2023

Edward Allen Roy, 71, passed away Saturday, April 29, 2023. Born in Angola, Indiana, Ed was a son of the late Edward C. and Lorraine E. (Clark) Roy. He worked for Advance Mixer in Fort Wayne for 30 years building and delivering cement trucks. He loved being outdoors, fishing, studying maps and giving directions. He loved socializing with his friends...

Lawrence "Larry" Wayne Mertz

Lawrence "Larry" Wayne Mertz

Apr 29, 2023

Lawrence Wayne Mertz "Larry", 79 of Fort Wayne, loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully in his home on April 29th surrounded by family. He was born in Fort Wayne on July 25th, 1943 to the late, Orval and Gladys {Payne} Mertz and graduated from North Side High School in 1961. He attended Purdue University for several years...

Greg Warren

Greg Warren

Apr 29, 2023

Greg Allan Warren of Fort Wayne, Indiana, lost his battle with heart disease on April 29, 2023. Greg was born April 13, 1951, in Fairborn, Ohio, the second of three children of Leona and Alvin A Warren Jr. His mom had selected the name Craig Allan for him, but due to a mix up, his name was recorded for all...

Shirley Harris

Shirley Harris

Apr 29, 2023

Shirley Ann Donley Harris, 90, passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2023. Born in Logansport, Indiana, Shirley was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Bell) Donley. She graduated from Logansport High School, where she was active in speech and drama. While in high school she had a children's story program on WSAL radio. After her daughters were all...

David Lawrence

David Lawrence

Apr 29, 2023

David D. Lawrence, 83, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at Parkview Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born to the late Walter and Devota (Heidrich) Lawrence in Fort Wayne on May 20, 1939. David was a proud veteran of the US Army. He graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1957. He...

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