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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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Thomas Hohman

Thomas Hohman

Sep 16, 2022

Thomas E. "Tom" Hohman, 84, passed away Friday, September 16, 2022. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana Tom was a son of the late Norbert and Irene Hohman. Tom worked as an accountant with Fort Wayne City Utilities for over 30 years, prior to his retirement. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, gardening, and spending time with his family, especially his two grandchildren....

Richard Spice

Richard Spice

Sep 15, 2022

Rick Spice, 79, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2022 at his home. He was born to the late Charles Jr and Frances (Roberson) Spice on June 12, 1943 in Fort Wayne. He graduated from Huntertown High School in 1961. He married Jane Oldfather on September 10, 1966. Rick served honorably in the United States Air Force....

Auron Renkenberger

Auron Renkenberger

Sep 15, 2022

Infant Auron Skye Renkenberger, passed away Thursday, September 15, 2022 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was the son of Ryan and Brittani Renkenberger. Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements.

Robert White

Robert White

Sep 15, 2022

Robert G White, 79, of New Haven, died at Parkview Supportive Care, on September 15th, 2022, with his wife by his side. Bob was born on February 10th, 1943 in Three Rivers, Mich., to the late Edward and Gertrude (Peterson) White. Bob graduated from Northside High School and served in the US Air Force. He retired from Northern Indiana Public...

Robert Fisher

Robert Fisher

Sep 14, 2022

Robert Jean Fisher Jr., age 65, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Robert Sr. and Carole Pollock. Robert worked for MasterSpas and enjoyed watching football and NASCAR. He is survived by his siblings, Mary Grosjean, Michael Fisher, Steve (Tammy) Fisher, and Carolyn (Tim) Wallace. Robert was preceded in...

Delbert Johnson

Delbert Johnson

Sep 12, 2022

Delbert Clarence "Del" Johnson Sr., 87, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus on Monday, September 12, 2022. Born in Livingston, Illinois, Del was a son of the late Clarence and Lucille Johnson. Lucille passed away early in Del's life and Clarence remarried Bessie Johnson. He served our country by being a U.S. Army veteran serving in...

Danny Ellis

Danny Ellis

Sep 11, 2022

Danny Alan Ellis, age 78, passed away Sunday, September 11, 2022 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Jesse and Lois Isabel Ellis. Danny worked at GE for over 33 years and was a member of the Trinity Church of the Nazarene. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Shirley Ellis of Fort...

Charlotte Dippel

Charlotte Dippel

Sep 11, 2022

Charlotte L. Dippel, 90, of Ossian, passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2022 at Lutheran Life Villages. She was born to the late Paul Sr. and Esmeralda (Kottmeier) Heinicke on March 12, 1932 in Evansville, IN. She graduated from Central High School in Evansville in 1949. She married Roland Dippel on July 26, 1959. He preceded her in death in...

Patsy Diehm

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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