James Francis
May 15, 2023
James F. Francis, age 93, of Fort Wayne passed away peacefully Monday, May 15, 2023 in Leo, IN. He was born in Stroh, IN to the late Frank and Alice Francis. Jim worked in quality control for the DANA corporation retiring in 1986. He was a member of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church and the Freemason Wayne Lodge No 25,...
Perry A. Brucker, M.D.
May 15, 2023
Perry A. Brucker, M.D., age 95, passed away May 15, 2023 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Cropsey, IL and was a graduate of the University of Illinois Medical School and completed his residency in plastic surgery at Riley Children's Hospital in Indianapolis. Perry practiced plastic surgery in Fort Wayne from 1961 to 2006. He is...
Like Bedada
May 13, 2023
Like Bedada, 80, of Fort Wayne passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023. She was born in Shewa, Ethiopia on May 18, 1942 to the late Bedada Robi and Werke Shaka. Like was a member of St. Nicholas Cathedral. She retired from the State Developmental Center. Like enjoyed cooking, feeding people, and spending time with her daughters and grandchildren. Like...
Diana Brooks
May 12, 2023
Diana Lynn Brooks, 69, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023. She was born to the late Harry and Helen (Lamb) Powell in Danville, IL on December 22, 1953. She married Randy Lee Brooks on March 5, 1977 in Danville, IL. She worked for Meijer in Fort Wayne for several years. Diana loved quilting and was apart...
Mitchel Waddle
May 11, 2023
Mitchel Alan "Mitch" Waddle, 62, has gone to meet his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, May 11, 2023. He was born in Franklin County, Lockbourne Air Force, Base in Columbus Ohio, December 14, 1960, a son of the late Orn "Tom" Waddle and Shirley L. (Fewell-Waddle) Bash who survives. Mitch graduated from Van Wert High School, class of...
Richard Trainer
May 11, 2023
Richard Trainer, 59, of Alpena, Michigan, formerly of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2023. He was born to Dixie (Maybee) and the late Donald Trainer in Fort Wayne, IN on July 31, 1963. Richard graduated from North Side High School. Along with his mother, Richard is survived by his children, Brandon (Jenna) Trainer, Joshua Trainer and...
Nancy Kostrubanic
May 11, 2023
Nancy L Kostrubanic, 80, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Nancy was born to the late Charles and Mae Perry in Baltimore, Md, she moved to French Creek, WV, then relocated to Girard, Oh. Nancy was a homemaker who was a great cook and even made the dresses for her 3 girls. She loved to volunteer...
Jennifer Meyer
May 10, 2023
Jennifer "Jenni" M. Meyer, 36, of Garrett, passed away on May 10th, 2023 after a 7 year battle with cancer. Jenni was very patriotic and a fierce supporter of our United States military. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Jenni is survived by her husband, Steve Meyer; her children, Jesse Williams, Blake Messmann,...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
