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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Frieda “Edi” Kyser

Frieda “Edi” Kyser

Apr 15, 2023

Frieda "Edi" Kyser, 81, passed away on Saturday, April 15, 2023. Frieda was raised in North Manchester a daughter of the late Kindle and Cynthia Allen. She earned a double major in cosmetology and worked in the field for many years. Edi and her husband moved to North Fort Myers, Florida where Frieda worked with special needs children at Lee...

Braydin Lewis

Braydin Lewis

Apr 15, 2023

On April 15, 2023, Braydin Adam Lewis, surrounded by family and friends, hung his skates up for the last time after displaying to the world the example of a true warrior. Braydin was born in Fort Wayne, IN on October 18, 2003. Braydin began skating shortly after learning how to walk and played for several elite hockey teams including Tri...

Harry Johnston

Harry Johnston

Apr 14, 2023

Harry Eugene Johnston, 87, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023. He was born to the late Roy and Emma (Bowers) Johnston in Dixon, IN on January 5, 1936. Harry proudly served as a combat Marine in Korea at the age of 17. Harry is survived by his wife, Mary; children, LaRee Johnston, Monica (Jack) Davis, Tony...

Donald Johnson

Donald Johnson

Apr 14, 2023

Donald "Don/ D.J." Andrew Johnson Jr., 62, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023. He was born to the late Donald Andrew and Sherry Anne (Sciscoe) Johnson Sr. in Muncie, IN on January 27, 1961. Don married Joyce Moser-Zehr on September 6, 1986. Don worked for Fort Wayne Newspaper for 20 years as a carrier. He enjoyed...

Philip Lohse

Philip Lohse

Apr 11, 2023

Philip "Flip" Lohse, 68, of Lake James, passed away on Tuesday April 11th 2023 in Fort Wayne. Flip was born in Kalamazoo, MI to the late George and Grace Lohse. He was a proud graduate of Michigan State University where he majored in Lawn and Turf Management. After graduation he moved to New Jersey, where he met his wife to...

Jerry Carnes

Jerry Carnes

Apr 11, 2023

Jerry Paul Carnes, age 81, of Leo, IN passed away peacefully on April 11, 2023 at his home. Jerry was born in Jennings County, IN on August 29, 1941 to the late Joseph and Marie Carnes. He graduated from North Vernon High School in 1960, was conscripted into the United States Army in 1962 and proudly served. He worked at...

Debra Glover

Debra Glover

Apr 11, 2023

Debra Sue Glover, age 66, of New Haven, IN passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023 in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Heidelberg, Germany to the late Henry and Lora Watters. Debra worked 42 years as a dietician with Crossroads of Fort Wayne. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Tom Glover; son, Chris (fiancé, Jessica) Duke;...

Lorraine Koch

Lorraine Koch

Apr 11, 2023

Lorraine S. Koch, 100, passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Lorraine was the daughter of the late Anton and Magdelina (Sieler) Boever. Lorraine was a wonderful mother to her daughter, Cathie Franklin. After raising her daughter, she decided to become a real estate agent and did so successfully until her retirement. She was a member of...

Jeannette Basnett

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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