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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Mildred "Millie" Wilson

Mildred "Millie" Wilson

Jan 21, 2023

Mildred "Millie" Wilson, 81, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus on Saturday, January 21, 2023 surrounded by her family while singing praise songs to Jesus. Born in Hammond Indiana Millie was a daughter of the late John and Mary Tubich. During her working years she helped her husband at their Funeral Home in Hamilton. She worked...

Allen Shipp

Allen Shipp

Jan 20, 2023

Allen Lee Shipp Jr., 61, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. Allen was born in Auburn a son of the late Allen Lee Shipp Sr., and Nora Pierce who survives. Allen served our country proudly while in the U.S. Army Rangers. Allen enjoyed riding his Harley, fishing, hunting, but nothing was more...

Robert Gordon

Robert Gordon

Jan 20, 2023

Robert "Bob" Lee Gordon passed away on Friday, January 20th 2023 at the age of 94. He was born on December 12th, 1928, the youngest child of Eva (Sible) and Ben Gordon. He graduated from Huntertown High School in 1946. On February 19th, 1949, he married Joan Fox, to whom he was happily married for 65 years. Bob's favorite job...

Sidonie Inman

Sidonie Inman

Jan 20, 2023

Sidonie Dee Inman, 73, passed away Friday, January 20, 2023. Born in Lafayette, Indiana Sinonie was a daughter of the late Earl and Roberta Keller. Sidonie was a dedicated employee of Allen County Government for 30 years. During her years there, she worked for the Sheriff's Department, Board of Commissioners, the Auditor's Office and lastly for her final 13 years,...

Oscar Beck

Oscar Beck

Jan 18, 2023

Oscar P. Beck, age 7, passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at his home in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne, and currently a first grader at Concordia Lutheran Elementary School. Oscar loved sports, participating in YMCA basketball and football, Concordia's wrestling team, and Wallen Little League baseball. He is survived by his father, Sam Beck of Fort...

Kari Beck

Kari Beck

Jan 18, 2023

Kari L. Beck, age 43, passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at her home in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne to Steven and Kathie Doctor of Fort Wayne, who survive. Kari loved working with children as a Teacher's Aide with Concordia Lutheran Elementary School, and also worked as a hairdresser. She was a member of Concordia Lutheran...

James Palm

James Palm

Jan 18, 2023

James Richard "Jim" Palm, 86, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Jim was a son of the late Russell and Vivian (Orr) Palm. He graduated from North Side High School, class of 1954. Jim attended IPFW. During his working years, Jim worked for Dana Corp and Allison Transmission prior to him founding, owning, and...

Raymond Conn

Raymond Conn

Jan 17, 2023

Raymond L. "Ray" Conn, 94, went to be with his heavenly father on January 17, 2023. He was born November 19, 1928 in Muncie, IN to the late Rev. Clifford and Pirly (Lewis) Conn. Ray was Valedictorian of his High School class and graduated from I.U. Bloomington with a degree in business. The Delaware County native was an accountant, real...

Ruth Herb

Ruth Herb

Jan 17, 2023

Ruth A L Herb, 94 of Fort Wayne IN, passed away Tuesday January 17 th, 2023 at Golden Years Homestead. She was a graduate of Concordia High school. She enrolled at Valparaiso University and graduated with a bachelor degree in dietetics and met her future GI husband Ralph Herb. After graduation she was employed by Indiana Michigan Power in the...

Jerry Bovie

Jerry Bovie

Jan 16, 2023

Jerry Lee Bovie, 52, of Leo, IN passed away January 16, 2023 at his home. He was a proud and loving father, a devoted husband, brother, uncle, and friend to many. He was a graduate of Northrop High School and Indiana University, Bloomington. Jerry loved sports as he played baseball growing up and golfed during high school. He was also...

Terry Turner

Terry Turner

Jan 15, 2023

Rev. Terry Lee Turner, 73, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, January 15, 2023. Born in Bedford, Terry was a son of the late Harold and Mary Turner. Terry served many years at different churches and truly loved preaching God's word. He met so many nice families during his time as pastor. Terry...

Billy Craig

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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...

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