David Dell
Jul 26, 2023
David Alan Dell, 59, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, David was a son of the late Paul Dell and Dorothy Dell who survives. David graduated from Snider High School. He earned his master's degree in human resources. He worked for the Government in the Medicaid sector for many years along with working for Lassus...
John Reeder
Jul 26, 2023
John Woodrow Reeder, 75, passed away surrounded by his daughters on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Born in Anderson, Indiana, he was the eldest son of the late Woodrow and Martha Reeder. John attended Highland High School and Ball State University. He served in the Marines during the Vietnam War and then worked for the U.S. Post Office, retiring after 26...
Charles Thomas
Jul 24, 2023
Charles Lee Thomas, 12, of Fort Wayne, passed away on July 24th, 2023, surrounded by his family. Charlie was born in Fort Wayne to his loving parents, Scott and Laurie Thomas. Charlie was excited to start his 6th grade year at Jefferson Middle School. He recently received his Arrow of Light from the Cub Scouts making the transition to becoming...
Jeffry Graham
Jul 22, 2023
Jeff D. Graham, 54, passed away unexpectedly on July 22nd 2023. He was a beloved Son, Husband, Father, Brother, Grandfather and Friend to many. Jeff was born on March 27th 1969 to Daniel and Barbara Graham in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Jeff was a life long resident of Fort Wayne. He graduated from NorthSide High School in 1987. Jeff went on...
Russell Currin
Jul 20, 2023
Russell E. Currin, 51, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, July 20th, 2023 at Parkview Hospital Randallia. Russ worked for Tri State Warehouse. Per the family's wishes, there are no services scheduled at this time.
Boris Gosheff
Jul 20, 2023
Boris N. Gosheff, 76, departed his earthly journey on July 20, 2023, to await the glorious second coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Boris was born on November 30, 1946, to Naum and Stephana Gosheff in Elwood City, PA, moving to Fort Wayne shortly thereafter. After graduating from South Side High School, he earned a bachelor's degree in...
Sue Chaille
Jul 20, 2023
Sue Ann Chaille, 81, passed away peacefully in Fort Wayne on July 20, 2023, after an extended illness. Ann was born on December 9, 1941, to George and Maurine (Campbell) Hitz. She grew up in Anderson, Indiana, and was one of the first graduates of Madison Heights High School. She graduated from Depauw University. She worked as a schoolteacher in...
Benjamin "Benji" Tretter
Jul 18, 2023
Benjamin Johnathon Tretter (Benji) aka Reverend Slug Slime passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2023. He leaves behind his brothers Joseph (Sarah) Tretter, Steven Tretter, his beloved children Ella Tretter (Princess Poopenhagle), Alaina Guin, Masen Newland, Stacy Tretter (Creep), and Eli Tretter (Bug), his grandson Mateo Lyles (Sly), and his grandson on the way Micah Benjamin Newland, his sweetheart Jara Adkins...
Thomas Lindbo
Jul 17, 2023
Thomas C. "Tom" Lindbo, 82, passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023. Born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Tom was a son of the late Carl and Anna May (Ralph) Lindbo. In 1967, Tom began his working career with Uniroyal in Eau Claire, Wisconsin prior to his transfer to Fort Wayne in 1991. Tom worked as an Industrial Journeyman and Mechanic...
Beth Loriot
Jul 16, 2023
Beth A. Loriot, age 81, of Fort Wayne passed away Sunday, July 16, 2023. She was born in Fort Wayne and a graduate of South Side High School. Beth spent her career working in sales and real estate. She is survived by her sons, Matt (Janet) Loriot of Corpus Cristi, TX, and Dennis (Molly) Loriot of McKinney, TX; 3 grandchildren,...
Marilyn L. Bustamante
Jul 15, 2023
Marilyn L. Bustamante, 76, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, July 15, 2023. She was born to the late James N. and Emma (Bloemker) Gilbert on May 11, 1947 in Findlay, OH. Marilyn was known for her incredible and outlandish sense of humor. She brought joy to all who knew her. Marilyn had the unique ability to find laughter...
Thomas Rupert
Jul 15, 2023
Thomas J. "Tom" Rupert, 81, passed away Saturday, July 15, 2023 surrounded by his children. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Tom was the son of the late Neal and Phyllis Rupert. He earned his Bachelors Degree from Indiana University. Tom owned and operated TJ Rupert Painting for over 30 years. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Van...
David Mitchell
Jul 15, 2023
David Merill Mitchell, former teacher and Army veteran died on July 15th, at 88 years of age, after battling dementia for many years. He was the son of Odus and Mary Mitchell, of Sandborn, IN. David touched many lives and will be greatly missed. An IU graduate, Herr Mitchell started his teaching career in 1965 at North Side High School...
Debra Rigelman
Jul 15, 2023
Debra L. Rigelman, age 69, passed away Saturday, July 15, 2023 in Fort Wayne. She was born September 30, 1953 in Van Wert, OH. Debra spent her career at Lincoln Life and previously worked as a teacher's aide at Lincoln Elementary. She is survived by her children, Austen Rigelman, Ashley Rigelman, and Arielle (Chris McEntee) Rigelman all of Fort Wayne;...
Goldie Runyon
Jul 14, 2023
Goldie Colleen Runyon, age 62, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away Friday, July 14, 2023. She was born in New Haven, IN to the late Charles and Ida Kline. Goldie worked in delivery for the Fort Wayne Newspaper and previously at Four Mile House Restaurant of New Haven. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Goldie is...
Carol Kummer
Jul 13, 2023
Carol Ann (Klopfenstein) Kummer, 78, passed away Thursday, July 13, 2023. Born in Evanston, Illinois, Carol was a daughter of the late Robert and Helen Klopfenstein. She worked for Barrett McNagny as a secretary for many years prior to her retirement. Carol enjoyed finding pleasure in the simple things in life, her family. Surviving are her son, Kevin (Lyndi) Kummer;...
Nyle G. "Sonny" Elmer
Jul 10, 2023
Nyle G. "Sonny" Elmer, 89, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Sonny was a son of the late John and Alta (Jahn) Elmer. Nyle attended Central High School. He joined the U.S. Army and served as a medic. Sonny worked for International Harvester for 30 years, prior to his retirement. He married his wife...
Suzanne Lill Villani
Jul 10, 2023
Suzanne Lill Villani passed away July 10, 2023 surrounded by family after a brave 18 month battle with cancer. Sue was born on March 23, 1952. She graduated from Bishop Dwenger High School in 1971 and later attended IPFW where she studied design and art history. Sue lived in Mexico, the East Coast, and Florida before coming home. She loved...
Gregory Fabini
Jul 9, 2023
Gregory A. Fabini, 64, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Greg was a son of Joseph Fabini and the late Janet Powell. Greg graduated from Huntington Catholic High School. He worked for Fabini's Auto Trim for many years with his family. From when Greg was a young boy he loved racing. He was involved...
Veronica "Noni" F. Parra
Jul 7, 2023
Veronica "Noni" F. Parra, 48, of Fort Wayne, went Home to the Lord surrounded by the love and support of her family on Friday, July 7, 2023. She was born to Ildefonso and Elva (Felix) Martinez in Kendallville, IN on November 11, 1974. She married Jose Parra in 1991 in Fort Wayne. Veronica was an active member of Fellowship Missionary...
