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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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Jeannette Basnett
Apr 10, 2023
Jeannette A. Basnett, passed away on April 10th, 2023 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Columbus, OH on April 1, 1948 to the late Annabelle and Charles A. Fisher. She graduated from Marion Franklin High School class of 1966, then went on to Beauty College and graduated in 1968. She worked in Jerry's Beauty Salon from 1969-1974. Jeannette worked...
Judith Meeks
Apr 9, 2023
Judith "Judy" Meeks, 60, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday April 9th 2023 at Parkview Hospital Randallia. Judy was born on November 25, 1962 to the late Marjorie Schaaf and James Meeks. She graduated from Ivy Tech Community College in 1991. Judy's life revolved around her family. She loved her sons and all of her grandbabies. She was an...
Alfred Saylor
Apr 8, 2023
Alfred Saylor, age 67, of New Haven, IN passed away Saturday, April 8, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Thomas and Florence Saylor. Alfred worked 26 years at B.F. Goodrich, and always enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Arizona Saylor;...
Gina Stoops
Apr 8, 2023
Gina L. (Mueller) Stoops, age 37, passed away Saturday, April 8, 2023 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born August 27, 1985 in Coldwater, OH. Gina is survived by her husband, Josh Stoops of Decatur, IN.; her parents Bill and Nancy Mueller of St. Henry, OH: siblings: Steve (Sharon) Mueller of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, Sherri...
George Marks
Apr 8, 2023
George Washington Marks III, 68, passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana George was a son of the late George and Virginia (Rose) Washington Marks Jr. He graduated from South Side High School. He served our country proudly while in the U.S. Army. During his working years, George worked for ITT Aerospace for many years...
James Amick
Apr 4, 2023
James "Jim" William Amick, 92, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. He was born to the late Guy William and Clara Irene (Pollard) Amick on August 14, 1930 in Hammond, IN. He married Dorothy Lorraine Brooke on September 1, 1956 at Covenant United Presbyterian Church in Hammond, IN. She preceded him in death. Jim graduated from...
Christian Rogers
Apr 3, 2023
Christian Noah Rogers, 16, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, April 3, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Christian was a loving son of Christopher and Penny (Bortner) Rogers. Christian attended Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran School where he loved playing sports and was currently a junior at Anthis Career Center and North Side High...
Michael Mcfadden
Apr 2, 2023
Michael "Mike" Dean McFadden, 65, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, April 2, 2023. He was born to the late Charles Lee McFadden and Janet Rose (Brockman) Tressler on September 12, 1957 in Fort Wayne. Mike graduated from Wayne High School in 1977. He married Cindy (Moilanen) McFadden September 2016 in Sevierville, TN. Mike retired from Parkview Hospital. He...
Kari Cynar
Apr 1, 2023
Kari Marie Cynar, 76, was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. She was the daughter of Peder and Ruth (Larsen) Pedersen. At age 3 Kari's family moved to Trinidad, then at age 6 to Mobile, Alabama and eventually to Ridgewood, New Jersey. Kari attended Wagner College where she met her future husband, Bruce Cynar. They have been very happily...
Diane Hullinger
Mar 31, 2023
Diane Kay Hullinger, 75, passed away Friday, March 31, 2023. Born in Auburn, Indiana, Diane was the daughter of the late Richard and Velma "Sally" Dielman. She earned her bachelors degree in nursing from IPFW. She worked for Parkview, and St. Joe Hospital in Fort Wayne, and Chesapeake General in Virginia during her working years. Diane was an avid reader,...
Pan Homsab
Mar 30, 2023
Pan Homsab, 104, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away Thursday, March 30, 2023. She was born to the late Joom and Pad Vithano on December 1, 1918 in Kalasin, Thailand. Pan was a homemaker and a member of Wat Lao Samakky Buddhist Temple. She was a wonderful cook and matriarch of the family. Pan is in heaven with her husband,...
Megan Dawn Kelley
Mar 27, 2023
"Our Special Angel" Megan Dawn Kelley, age 32, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2023. She is survived by her Dad and Mom, Rick and April Kelley; sisters, Ashley (Jamaal) Chapman and Mandi (James Preston) Kelley; grandparents, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. Megan will be missed by so many and will be forever in our hearts. "Let...
Jeffrey Sorg
Mar 27, 2023
Jeffrey William Sorg, 68, passed away on Monday, March 27, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Jeff was a son of the late Donald and Dawn Sorg. During his working years, Jeff worked as a Highway Project Engineer and served as the Allen County Surveyor. A perfect day for Jeff would be on his boat, going fast, and smiling boldly...
Joy Hughes
Mar 26, 2023
Bonita "Joy" Hughes, 67, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, March 26, 2023. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio Joy was a daughter of the late Herbert and Helen Foster. Joy grew up and Nebraska and graduated from Columbus High School. Joy worked as a seamstress for multiple companies during her working years. She loved...
Norma Gaines
Mar 26, 2023
Norma J. Gaines, 96, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, March 26th, 2023 at her home. She was born and raised in Churubusco, Ind to the late Harvey and Elsie Graves. In June of 1947, she married Ernest Gaines and they enjoyed 70 years together. Norma attended Grace Point Church of the Nazarene for many years. She enjoyed spending...
Jeffery York
Mar 26, 2023
Jeffery L. York, age 66, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023 in Fort Wayne. He was born in New Castle, IN to Dorvin York of Spiceland, IN and the late Elizabeth York. Jeffery worked in social services and previously at Furrow Building Materials for 13 years. He will be remembered as a talented guitarist, gifted singer, and a semi-pro fisherman....
Mary Thomas
Mar 26, 2023
Mary Black Thomas, 66, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at Kingston Health and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born on July, 9, 1956 in Fort Wayne to Rudolph and Wilda Black. She graduated from Southern Illinois University with a degree in zoology and went on to receive a...
David Smith
Mar 25, 2023
David J. Smith, age 80, of New Haven passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Homer and Evelyn Smith. David served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He worked 36 years as a lieutenant in the traffic division for the Allen County...
Daniel Kammer
Mar 25, 2023
Daniel J. Kammer passed away on March 25th, 2023, in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. He was born September 15th, 1959 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Daniel, known as Danny or Dan to those who loved him, was a loved family member, loyal friend, and compassionate human being. He traveled extensively and lived around the world including in California, Michigan, and Brazil. He was...
H. Allen Herbst
Mar 25, 2023
H. Allen Herbst was born on October 4, 1937, in Hammond, Indiana, the son of Henry and Marie (Schmueser) Herbst. He was washed in the waters of Holy Baptism and later confirmed in the faith at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hammond, Indiana. Allen attended St. Paul Lutheran School and Hammond High School. He continued his education at Concordia Teacher's...
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