Billy Craig
Jan 14, 2023
Billy "Wild Bill" Gene Craig, 86, of New Haven, IN passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2023. He was born to the late John and Elizabeth (Hill) Craig in Athens, AL on December 7, 1936. He was a member of Local 414 Teamsters. Billy was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends....
Jennie L. Hirschy
Jan 13, 2023
Jennie L. Hirschy, age 52, passed away Friday, January 13, 2023 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Celina, OH to Robert and Kathy Rutledge, who survive. Jennie worked as an administrator in healthcare for 33 years. She attended Pathway Community Church and is a member of First Church of Christ of Fort Recovery, OH. Jennie will be remembered for...
Stanley Sanders
Jan 13, 2023
Stanley Wayne Sanders, age 68, passed away Friday, January 13, 2023 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Birmingham, AL and proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army. Stanley worked as a Mechanical Engineer with Boeing. He is survived by his wife , Denise Sanders; children, Antoinette Sanders, Jennifer (Jason) Byrd, Jason (Tamera) Sanders, Novia (Jimi)...
Pamela Targgart
Jan 12, 2023
Pamela Nadine Targgart, age 71 , of Fort Wayne passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023 in New Haven, IN. She was born on February 5, 1951 in Fort Wayne to the late Jack and Mary Smith. She worked as paralegal and was a member of The Cross Church. Pam loved her cats, cars, and most of all spending time with...
Jack Wims Jr.
Jan 11, 2023
Jack Wims Jr., age 86, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at his home in New Haven, IN. He was born Marion, AL to the late Jack Sr. and Channie Wims. Jack was a graduate of Central High School and later served his country as a member of the U.S. Army. He worked as an entrepreneur, operating several businesses throughout...
Prathane Poulima
Jan 11, 2023
Prathane Francis Xavier Poulima, 74, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Laos, Prathane was a son of the late Sou and Toune Poulima. Prathane worked for GTE for 32 years, went to school to become a mechanic and worked in Alignment. He was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church....
Richard Smith
Jan 11, 2023
Richard G. Smith, age 75, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at his home in Fort Wayne surrounded by his family. He was born in Chicago, IL to the late Glen and Ruth Smith. Richard served his country as a member of the U.S. Army from 1966-1969 during the Vietnam War. He worked 36 years at Verizon and most recently...
Thomas Klimkofski
Jan 11, 2023
Thomas Michael "Tom" Klimkofski, 70, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Tom was a son of the late Michael and Mary "Marge" Klimkofski. Tom graduated from Central High School. He served our country proudly while serving in the U.S. Army. Tom was a welder by trade and working for several companies during his working...
Lisa Reed
Jan 10, 2023
Lisa Anne Reed, age 58, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at her home in New Haven, IN. She was born in Fort Wayne to William (Anne) Kemp of Bloomington, IN and Barbara Haycox of Fort Wayne. Lisa served her country as a member of the U.S. Navy and later worked in sales for several industrial supply companies. She was...
Jennifer Hernandez
Jan 9, 2023
Jennifer (Jenny) Hernandez, 29, born on July 3rd, 1993 in Los Angeles, California and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana was called home on Monday, January 9th, 2023. She attended Wayne and graduated from North Side high school. In her professional life, she was a detailer and finisher for Master Spas. She loved her tight knit work family and the autonomy...
Dennis "Tiny" L. Parker
Jan 9, 2023
Dennis "Tiny" Lee Parker, age 69, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Harold and Helen Parker. Denny enjoyed serving the people of Fort Wayne for 45 years working at Fort Wayne's Famous Coney Island. He was a long-time coach of Police Athletic League (P.A.L.) where he served as...
Dennis Conatser
Jan 9, 2023
Dennis J. Conatser, 66, of Fort Wayne, passed away on January 9th, 2023. Dennis was born to the late Norman and Phyllis Conatser in Terre Haute Ind. Dennis honorably served his country in the USMC for 22.5 years. He rose to the rank of 1st Sgt. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother and friend. Dennis is survived...
James Johnston
Jan 9, 2023
James Max Johnston, 76, of Fort Wayne, passed away in the early hours of January 9th, 2023. He served in the US Army and was a veteran of the Vietnam Conflict. James is survived by his loving wife of almost 55 years, Cathy; and his pride and joy, daughter, Julie Johnston; and his mother, Ruth I Johnston. Per James' wishes,...
Evelyn Dray
Jan 9, 2023
Evelyn Marie Dray, age 64, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 at her home in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Jerry Taylor and Lowanda Taylor, who survives, of Fort Wayne. Evelyn worked as a supervisor with Centennial Wireless, DANA Corporation, and Mattel. She will be remembered for having a deep love for her family,...
Cindy Williamson
Jan 8, 2023
Cindy Lee Williamson, 78, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023. Born on July 4, 1944 in Paulding, Ohio, Cindy was a daughter of the late Clyde and Marie Williamson. During her working years, Cindy worked in several factory's. Cindy's perfect day would be spending time with her son Tom, at the park eating pizza and watching their dog BB enjoy...
Kyle Conroy
Jan 7, 2023
Kyle J. Conroy, 29, of Fort Wayne, passed away unexpectedly on January 7th 2023. Kyle was creative, and loved to draw and was very good at it. He also enjoyed using his clippers and giving his friends a trim when needed. Kyle loved his family and will be dearly missed. Kyle is survived by his mother, Julie Conroy; father, Brian...
Carole Masel
Jan 6, 2023
Carole Ann Masel, 82, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. She was born to the late Lester and Florence Elizabeth (McKimmy) Pulver in Fort Wayne on October 23, 1940. She was a member of Woodburn Missionary Church. She married the late David Masel on June 20, 1959. Carole is survived by...
Matthew Wetzel
Jan 5, 2023
Matthew Eric "Matt" Wetzel, 47, passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Matt was the son of Jack Wetzel and the late Sharon Wetzel. Matt graduated from Snider High School and attended North Central University. He worked as a meat cutter with Meijer for the past 20 years. Matt enjoyed bowling, golfing, camping, going to...
Pastor John Hamer
Jan 4, 2023
Pastor John Hamer, 78, of Fort Wayne, was given the crown of everlasting glory on January 4, 2023, having passed away from Multiple System Atrophy. After receiving his B.S. and M.A. from BSU where he was a member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, he taught band for 12 years before answering God's call to the Holy Ministry. Later, he graduated...
Thomas Warner
Jan 2, 2023
Thomas Michael Warner, 69, passed away Monday, January 2, 2023. Born in Akron, Ohio, Thomas was a son of the late Morgan and Helen (Davis) Warner. He was a Norton High School graduate. He served as the General Manager at Meyer Plastics where he worked for 25 years, prior to his retirement. Thomas enjoyed golf and watching the Cleveland Browns...
