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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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Patsy Diehm
Sep 11, 2022
Patsy Mae Diehm, age 93, passed away Sunday, September 11, 2022 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Alton and Rebecca Shannon. Patsy worked at Magnavox as a secretary and was also a member of Waynedale United Methodist Church. She is survived by her children, Robin Diehm and Bret (Trudi) Diehm both of Fort Wayne;...
David Ramer
Sep 10, 2022
David Ray Ramer, 61, passed away Saturday, September 10, 2022. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Dave was a son of the late Richard Ramer and Nellie Ramer who survives. Dave served our country by serving in the Indiana National Guard. He was a factory worker during his working years. Dave enjoyed fishing when he could, loved nature, learning about history,...
Patricia Glass
Sep 9, 2022
Patricia Mae Glass, age 87, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022 in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in La Crosse, WI to the late Lamont and Anise McDonald. Patricia worked as a kindergarten teacher with Janesville (WI) Community Schools and attended Milton Methodist Church of Milton, WI. She enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, tending to her plants and flowers, refinishing...
Leilani "Lonnie" Wilson
Sep 9, 2022
Leilani "Lonnie" (Page) Wilson, 83, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022. She was born in Fairmont, Minnesota to the late Nelson Alexander Page and Irene Stark Page on Sept. 5th, 1939. She lost her father at the age of 5, and moved to Des Moines, Iowa. She had 2 siblings Virginia Gilligan, and Bob Gilligan at home, and she had...
Patricia Becher
Sep 8, 2022
Patricia "Pat" L. Becher, 80, of Auburn, IN, formerly of Sturgis, MI, passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2022. She was born in Angola, IN to the late Herb and Roberta (Roberts) Alleshouse on June 8, 1942. She married Ned Becher on April 25, 1964. He preceded her in death in 1982. She retired from Grumman-Olson in Sturgis, MI. Pat...
Bruce Ohlwine
Sep 7, 2022
Bruce Allen Ohlwine Sr., 78, of Churubusco, IN passed away on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at his home. Born in Churubusco, IN Bruce was a son of the late Idris Clare and Lois Merriam (Fey) Ohlwine on October 9, 1943. Bruce worked for International Harvester which later became Navistar where he retired. He was a member of First Eel River...
Albert Queen
Sep 7, 2022
Albert Queen "Queenie", 84, of Cincinnati, Ohio,passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday September 7th, 2022. Albert served his country honorably in the United States Army from 1957-1963. He was a lifelong entrepreneur who had a passion for missionary work. Albert is survived by his wife, Janice Queen; children, Dawn (John) Kraft, Eddie Queen, Misty Queen; 9 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren;...
Monique Johnetta Felix
Sep 6, 2022
Monique Johnetta Felix, age 25, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 6, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born in Wauseon, OH on February 11, 1997 and was a 2017 graduate of Fayette High School. Monique worked as a cosmetologist, in home health care, and also at Goodwill. She is survived by her husband, August "Gus" von Seggern; mother, Mary...
Janice Smith
Sep 5, 2022
Janice Faye (Copley) Smith, 86, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 5, 2022. Born in Stockton, Tennessee, Janice was the daughter of the late Tracy and Thelma (Tinch) Copley. Janice was a seamstress her entire life, serving also as the wife of Rev. E. Eugene Smith who help found Fort Wayne United Baptist Church. Janice remained a faithful member of...
Ralph Windsor
Sep 5, 2022
Ralph Eugene Windsor Sr., age 73, passed away Monday, September 5, 2022 of Fort Wayne. He was born in Hicksville, OH to the late Merrit and Zelpha Rose Windsor. Ralph proudly served his country from 1967-1968 as a member of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War in the 225th Aviation Company. He was also a member of the American...
Michael Westerhausen
Sep 3, 2022
Michael A. Westerhausen, 50, of Phoenix, AZ passed away Saturday, September 3, 2022 after a long, and valiant battle with cancer. Born June 17, 1972, Mike was the youngest of four children of Robert and Sharon Westerhausen. He grew up in Fort Wayne, IN, working in the family business; Papa Suzetti's restaurant. He graduated from Northrop High School in 1990....
Jorge Ruiz
Sep 3, 2022
Visitation for Jorge will take place on Thursday September 8th from 10:00 am until 12:00pm with funeral services beginning at 12:00pm. Jorge's surviving family members include: Father- Juan Ruiz Flores Mother- Marivel Del Ángel Reyes Brother- Juan Ruiz Sister- Yeime Del Ángel Reyes
Roger Minick
Sep 3, 2022
Roger Joseph Minick, 75, passed away Saturday, September 3, 2022. Born in New Haven, Indiana Roger was a son of the late Earl and Marcella Minick. During his working years, Roger worked in a factory and was an over the road truck driver. He was a member of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Roger loved to party, hang out...
Judith Bill
Sep 2, 2022
Judith Ann "Judy" Bill, 74, passed away on Friday, September 2, 2022. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Judy was the daughter of the late James and Rose Zent. She graduated from Central Catholic High School. She was a retail manager during her working years having started at Air*Way. She then managed Frank's Nursery and Crafts for 17 years then retired...
August Derrick
Sep 1, 2022
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Susan Hathaway
Aug 30, 2022
Susan J. Hathaway, 82, of Markle, formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday August 30th, 2022. Susan was born in Nappanee, IN. to the late Everett and Donnabell Stouder. She is survived by her son, Eric (Stephanie) Hathaway; grandchildren, Jenna (Gavin) Manwarren, Samuel (Kaylee) Hathaway, and Maxwell Hathaway; great grandson, Griffin Manwarren; siblings, Fred, Kay, Patti, and Debbie. Susan...
Rosaria Husted
Aug 29, 2022
Rosaria M. "Rose" (Mondello) Husted, 79, passed away Monday, August 29, 2022. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Rose was a daughter of the late Phillip and Victoria Mondello. Before starting a family, she worked as a secretary in Chicago. She later balanced motherhood while working as a bartender at the Oasis in St. Joe as well as an office assistant at...
Janet Mata
Aug 29, 2022
Janet J. Mata, age 65, passed away Monday, August 29, 2022 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne, to the late Joseph and Doris Ford. Janet worked in retail with several local stores and also at the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo. She formerly attended Waynedale United Methodist Church where she participated in several plays. She had a love...
Anna Storck
Aug 28, 2022
Infant Anna Lynn Storck, passed away peacefully in her mother's arms on Sunday, August 28, 2022. She was born in Fort Wayne on August 14, 2022 to Andrew Storck and Michelle Storck. Anna is also survived by her three siblings, Marleigh, Avery, and Maclin. A service is 11:00 am, Friday, September 2, 2022 at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services,...
Cindy Baker
Aug 28, 2022
Cindy Sue Baker, 59, of Cromwell, passed away in Fort Wayne on Sunday August, 28th, 2022 surrounded by her family. Cindy loved her children and grandchildren and will be dearly missed. Cindy attended Concord High School and she was a manager for Wendy's Restaurant where she was employed for nearly 30 years. Cindy is survived by her loving husband of...
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