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...
Betty Garcia
Jan 1, 2023
Betty Anne Garcia, age 69, went home to be with her Lord on January 1, 2023, while she was at Parkview Randallia Hospice surrounded by loving family. Betty was born January 19, 1953, in Detroit, Michigan, to John Perez and Helen (Clark) Garcia who preceded her in death. She graduated from Hillsdale High School, in Hillsdale, Michigan, in 1971 and...
Kimberlee Baughman
Jan 1, 2023
Kimberlee Jolene Baughman, age 64, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2023 in Fort Wayne. She was born in South Bend, IN and was a 1976 graduate of Northrop High School. Kim enjoyed working with children as a preschool teacher and was longtime member of Leo United Methodist Church and the Greyhound Companions. She is survived by her husband of 41...
Tracey Holland
Jan 1, 2023
Tracey E. Holland, age 57, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2023 in Fort Wayne. Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements.
Manuel "Ferd" Fernandis
Jan 1, 2023
Manuel J. "Ferd" Fernadis, 96, passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2023. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Ferd was the son of the late Manuel and Oma Fernandis. Ferd faithfully served on the U.S.S. Lymon in the Pacific during WWII. He worked with Dana for 43 years prior to his retirement. He served as past commander of American Legion Post #296,...
Jack Fleming
Dec 31, 2022
Jack L. Fleming, 73, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Northwest Ind. passed away on Saturday, December 31st 2022. Jack was born in Chicago Heights, IL to the late John and Rita Fleming. He owned Pals Ford Dealership, in Knox, Ind. Some of Jack's interests included woodworking, Notre Dame football, and most importantly, spending time with his grandchildren. Jack is survived...
Daniel Couture
Dec 30, 2022
Daniel J. Couture, age 65, passed away Friday, December 30, 2022 in Fort Wayne, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Donald and Catherine Couture. Daniel enjoyed golfing, fishing, sporting events, time in Florida, and most of all spending time with his daughter and grandchildren. He is survived by his daughter, Crystal (Ron)...
Evangeline Lott
Dec 30, 2022
Evangeline "Evie" Ripley Lott, 3, of Fort Wayne, went into the arms of Jesus on Friday, December 30, 2022 at Peyton Manning Children's Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born in Fort Wayne to her loving parents, Matthew and Lindsay (Garigen) Lott on January 10, 2019. Evie lived a life of vibrant joy and adventurous curiosity. She loved everything and everybody...
John Singleton
Dec 30, 2022
John Thomas Singleton Jr., age 76 died peacefully at home while surrounded by family on December 30, 2022. John was born in Monticello, Arkansas to John T. Singleton Sr. and Ladell Swindell. He graduated from Joplin High School prior to enlisting in the Army. He was proud to serve his country and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. After...
Craig Newgent
Dec 30, 2022
Craig J. Newgent, age 57, of Fort Wayne passed away Friday, December 30, 2022 at his home. He was born in Rhode Island to the late Bob and Evelyn Newgent. Craig owned his own property maintenance and repair business, CNM Services, LLP. He is survived by his best friend and life partner, Michelle Marn of Fort Wayne; former partner, Patricia...
