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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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Tracie Hoffman
Feb 6, 2023
Tracie Orlena Hoffman, age 78 , of Fort Wayne passed away Monday, February 6, 2023 at her home. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late Audie and Julia Murdock and was a graduate of Purdue University in 1982. Tracie worked as a registered dietician and was an active member of the First Wayne Street United Methodist Church. She...
Debra Arnett
Feb 6, 2023
Debra Ann Arnett, 67, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Deb was a daughter of the late Robert Stephens and Nancy (Beck) Long. Deb attended Prairie Heights High School. Deb and her husband James owned and operated Fort Wayne Hitch for many years. She had been managing the Angola Subway and loved being there...
Daniel Rupert
Feb 4, 2023
Daniel "Danny" Rupert, 71, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Danny was the son of the late Patricia Melton and Wilbur Rupert. Danny owned and operated his own car business, Discount Auto for many years. He was a lifelong car and motorcycle enthusiast, spending his time looking for that one special project to restore. A...
Joshua Hernandez
Feb 3, 2023
Joshua Hernandez, 31, of Fort Wayne, went to be with The Lord on Friday, February 3rd 2023. Josh was born in Weslaco, Tx. He was a passionate photographer. Josh loved his boys and he will be missed greatly. Josh is survived by his sons, Laban and Nehemiah Hernandez; sister, Valerie Parrish; mother, Norma (Tim) Byers. The funeral service for Josh...
Jackie "Jack" Edward Wilson
Feb 3, 2023
Jackie Edward "Jack" Wilson, 74, passed away Friday, February 3, 2023. Born in Louisa, Kentucky, Jack was a son of the late Hugh and Della (Kidd) Wilson. He served our country proudly in the U.S. Air Force. Jack worked for Norfolk Southern for 35 years, prior to his retirement. He enjoyed watching television, listening to bluegrass music and watching all...
Elaine Jones
Feb 2, 2023
Elaine Mary Jones, 62, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Angola, went Home to the Lord on Thursday, February 2, 2023. She was born to the late Leo and Marjorie (Smock) Beaubien on May 31,1960 in Trenton, MI. Elaine retired as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She enjoyed quilting. Elaine was a devout Christian and was a member of Promise Ministries and...
Lorene Mason
Feb 1, 2023
Lorene Mason, age 94, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, in Fort Wayne. She was born in Columbus, IN, to the late John and Coy Green. An avid swimmer with her husband, Chester, for more than forty years, they both loved Indiana University basketball. Lorene was active in her church and especially loved her...
Joyce Zimmanck
Jan 30, 2023
Joyce Ardell Zimmanck, 90, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023. She was born October 26, 1932 in Monroeville, IN, she was the youngest daughter of Edward and Emma Emrich. Joyce graduated from South Side High School and International Business College. She married Earl W. Zimmanck on July 8, 1953 and raised five children together. Early on,...
Timothy Humbert
Jan 30, 2023
Timothy Alan Humbert, age 64, of New Haven, IN passed away Monday, January 30, 2023 at his home. He was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Robert and Betty Humbert. Tim proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Marines Corps. and worked over 25 years as a construction foreman for Burkhardt. He is survived by his...
Sarah Petro
Jan 30, 2023
Sarah T Petro of Fort Wayne, IN, never knew a stranger and always knew how to make a friend. Beloved wife of Tim Petro and Bonus Mother to Paul Petro, Hannah Petro, Krystin Thomas, and Sam Lentz. "Grandma Sarah" to James, Sam, and Nina Petro. Proud Aunt to Blake, Mickey, Marty, William, Jennifer and Bryan. Born November 3, 1958 in...
Scott Craig
Jan 28, 2023
Scott "Buck" N. Craig, 65, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023. He was born to Eleanor "Rose" (Morse) and the late Kenneth Craig in Evanston, IL on April 5, 1957. Buck graduated from Wheaton North High School. He worked for Pizza Hut for several years, Auburn Foundry, Erie Haven, and most recently worked at Vera Bradley....
Myrna Lee
Jan 28, 2023
Myrna So Lee, 76, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, departed this life on January 28, 2023. Myrna was born on August 16,1946 to Severino and Felicisima Lee. She is preceded by the love of her life and father of her children ChingTo So. Myrna migrated to the United States with her young daughter to create a better life for her family...
Allison Voirol
Jan 27, 2023
Allison Nicole Voirol, 5-month-old infant, passed away Friday, January 27, 2023 at her home in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne, to her parents, Nicholas and Carlie Voirol of Fort Wayne. Allison had a precious smile and her laughter brightened the world around her. She is also survived by her loving sisters, Sabrina and Caitlyn; paternal grandparents, Don...
William Goodwin
Jan 26, 2023
William "Bill" H. Goodwin, age 83, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023 from cardiac complications. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Connie, two daughters Christy Hire (John) and Becky Skurner (Jack), 4 grandchildren Rachel Hesher (Evan), Ben Skurner and Erin and Derek Neuhaus. Bill was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and brother. He...
Luke Springer
Jan 25, 2023
Luke Andrew Springer, 39, of Fort Wayne, passed away unexpectedly on January 25, 2023 in Rochester, MN. Luke was born November 15,1983 in Muncie IN, and grew up in Bluffton IN. He attended Bluffton High School and went on to graduate from Purdue University, with a degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management. Luke spent the majority of his career managing...
Dion Scott
Jan 25, 2023
Dion A. Scott, age 53, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at his home in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Auburn, CA to the late Talbert Scott and Victoria Jones. Scott proudly and honorably served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps. during the first Gulf War as a Radio Operator. He suffered from...
Thomas Brookshire
Jan 25, 2023
Thomas J "Tom" Brookshire Jr., 74, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023. Born in Marion, Indiana, Tom was a son of the late Thomas J Brookshire Sr., and Olive Brookshire. Tom served our country during the Vietnam War as a Marine, completing two tours of duty. He earned his bachelor's degree in Biology and Environmental Science from Indiana University. He...
Anne Corsetti
Jan 24, 2023
Anne J. Corsetti, age 70, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Louis and Phyllis Corsetti. Anne worked as a cashier with Menards and enjoyed volunteering at the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo. She loved browsing at local flower and garden shops, and most of all spending time with her...
Patricia Mckenzie
Jan 24, 2023
Patricia Jean McKenzie, 75, Fort Wayne IN died Tuesday January 24 2023 at Parkview Randallia. Born November 11 1947 in Huntington IN Patricia was the daughter to Sarah Mildred Beeching/ Slagel and Garl Slagel she was devoted Christian and prayed for the world. Patricia had two devoted daughters, Pamela Evonne Krotzer and Rebecca Louise Hayes. She has three living sisters...
Kathryn James
Jan 22, 2023
Kathryn "Kathy" K. James, 75, of Larwill and formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023. Kathy was born to the late Floyd and Phoebe Swathwood. She was a graduate of South Side High School. Kathy's first job was at General Telephone as an operator. In 1969 she married David James. Kathy then went on to work...
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