Our Obituaries
Carol Ann Herbst
December 20, 1944 - November 18, 2019
Carol Ann Herbst, 74, of Ft Wayne, IN went home to be with the Lord on November 18, 2019. She was born on December 20, 1944 the daughter of Lester V. and Erma Maxine (Tharp) Sample. On February 15, 1964 she married Larry G. Herbst who survives.
Carol loved her family very much and enjoyed spending time with all her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a member of the New...
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Virginia G. Hannum
November 17, 2019
Virginia G. Hannum, 106 passed away Sunday November 17, 2019 at Saint Anne Home and Retirement Community of Fort Wayne, IN. She was born December 16, 1912 in Chicago, Il to the late Lauren and Theresa Griffith.
Virginia was raised in Fort Wayne. Upon graduation from St. Augustine's Academy with honors, she was awarded a four-year scholarship to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. Upon graduation...
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David Allen Kumfer
November 17, 2019
DAVID ALLEN KUMFER, 61, of Fort Wayne, Ind. died on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019. Born on April 30, 1958, he was a son of Leo P. Sr. and Mary L. (Taylor) Kumfer. On June 5, 1998 he married Pamela J. (Pelton) Kumfer, who survives.
David graduated from Bishop Dwenger High School in 1977. David was a Steamfitter for Local 166, Plumbers and Steamfitters Union.
Surviving relatives include his wife,...
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Ronald Kent Pressler
July 6, 1937 - November 17, 2019
Ronald Kent Pressler, 82, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away at home on November 17, 2019. He was born on July 6, 1937 the son of Emmett and Dorothy (Zumbrum) Pressler.
Ronald enjoyed gardening, golfing, fishing and hunting. He was a member of the Anthony Wayne Church of God where he served as a deacon for many years.
Surviving relatives include two sons, Bret (Drema) Pressler of Fort Wayne,...
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Michael B. Martin
November 16, 2019
Michael B. Martin, 70, passed away on November 16, 2019. He was born in Radford, VA on October 5, 1949, son of the late, Charles Martin and Eleanor Martin. Michael served in the U.S. Air Force and obtained his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Notre Dame. He was a business owner of Federal Insulation of Indiana. He loved his family and animals and also enjoyed fishing and spending time at...
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Matthew Tyler Richey
August 25, 1998 - November 15, 2019
Matthew Tyler Richey, 21, passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 15, 2019 at home. Matthew most recently worked at Alconex as an engineer through the co-op program at Purdue Fort Wayne. Matthew enjoyed fishing, spending time with his grandpa and nieces and nephews. He loved and was passionate about history. Matthew touched so many people in his short life. He will be missed by everyone he...
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Thomas J Krider
November 20, 1938 - November 15, 2019
Thomas J. Krider Sr, 80 passed away Friday November 15, 2019 at Lutheran Life Villages at Pine Valley in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN. November 20, 1938 to the late Wendall and Alma Krider. He retired from Conrail and then was the owner of Fair Deal Auto Sales for 19 years. Thomas was a member of the American Legion Post # 47. He is survived by his children, Jeffery L Krider of...
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Erin Elizabeth LeShore-Fuller
November 14, 2019
Erin Elizabeth LeShore-Fuller, 44 passed away Thursday November 14, 2019 at Hospice Support Services, Parkview Randallia in Fort Wayne, IN. after a long and courageous fight with breast cancer. She was a native and lifetime resident of Fort Wayne, IN. Erin graduated from Woodburn High School in 1992 and earned her LPN degree from Ivy Tech. She worked for several years at Heritage Park Nursing...
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John David Reed, M.D.
December 15, 1930 - November 14, 2019
John David Reed M.D., passed away on November 14, 2019 surrounded by his loving family at home. He was born near Michigantown, Indiana, son of Annie Laurie (Walker) Reed and William Bryan Reed, both educators. John's love of learning and adventure began at a young age and continued throughout his life. While at Purdue, he played clarinet in the Purdue All-American Marching Band, lived at Dover...
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Betty Jean Elsie Mildred Milligan
November 27, 1937 - November 13, 2019
Betty Jean Elsie Mildred Milligan, 81 passed away Wednesday November 13, 2019 at the Hospice Home of Fort Wayne, IN. She was born November 27, 1937 in Fort Wayne to the late Cecil and Lavera Tarney. Betty Jean graduated from Central High School. She worked at Lutheran Hospital as a patient escort for several years. She was an avid reader and bird watcher and, enjoyed traveling when she was...
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Cleo Wilson, Jr.
November 11, 2019
Cleo Wilson Jr, 80 passed away Monday November 11, 2019 at Parkview Regional Medical Center of Fort Wayne, IN. He was born August 22, 1939 in Talladega, AL to the late Cleo Wilson Sr. and Ruby Robinson –Johnson. Cleo was an US Army Veteran. He was a machine operator at Rea Magnet Wire for 51 years and retired 2016. He also worked for Cracker Barrel for 16 years. Cleo is survived by his wife of...
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Gloria Suzanne Landers
November 11, 2019
Gloria Suzanne Landers, 67, passed away Monday, November 11, 2019 at Miller's Merry Manor. Gloria was born November 19, 1951 in Lakewood, CA. Surviving is her son, Jason Hoornaert of Fort Wayne and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Grace Landers; and brothers, Bill Landers and Michael Landers.
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Catherine (Kate) E. Fetzer
November 11, 2019
Catherine (Kate) E Fetzer, 51 passed away at her home in Fort Wayne, IN on November 11, 2019. She was born May 15, 1968 to the late Steven L and Judith A (Widmer) Fetzer Sr. Catherine is an alumnus of Bisphop Luers HS and Ivy Tech. Kate worked in the dietary department at Parkview. She loved cooking and spending time with friends and family playing board and card games. She was a member of the...
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Anne Louise Young Lambert
August 26, 1926 - November 11, 2019
Anne Louise Young Lambert, born August 26, 1926, passed peacefully, in her sleep on November 11, 2019 in Fort Wayne, IN. She was an avid antique collector and held memberships with LTD and the Collectors Club. Anne was also a member of the Fort Wayne Easter Star Chapter 432. Survivors include children Paul Lambert, Karen Schatko, and Amy Lambert, Grandchildren Leslie (Clinton) Mason, Eric...
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Jean Deady
June 9, 1953 - November 7, 2019
Jean Deady, 66, died peacefully on November 7, 2019. She was a graduate of North Side High School in 1971. Jean was a US Navy Veteran serving during the Vietnam era and serving with the California national guard. She retired from S&V Liquor in 2015, and was formerly employed by the U.S. Postal Service, Centennial Wireless Call Center and Aon Insurance. Jean was preceded in death by her parents....
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Galen Dale (Gay) Lehman
November 3, 2019
Galen Dale (Gay) Lehman, 92, of Ft. Wayne passed away Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 at home. He was born Dec. 3, 1926 in Willard, OH to the late Jesse Herman and Lillian Elizabeth (Risser) Lehman. Galen was the route director of Lehman's Bakery in New London, OH. He was a WWII veteran who served in the Philippines at Ft. McKinley, as a mess sergeant; and attained the rank of staff sergeant. He met his...
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Evelyn L. Schrimper
November 2, 2019
Evelyn L. Schrimper, 100, of Fort Wayne, passed away on November 2, 2019. She was born to the late Henry and Lilian (Reimer) Bohrns on May 10, 1919 in Calumet, Iowa. On D Day 1944 she married Robert Schrimper. Evelyn was an accomplished homemaker and seamstress. She worked for H&R Block for over 30 years. She enjoyed sewing, cooking, traveling, and game shows.
Evelyn is survived by her sons,...
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William R. Kercheval
November 1, 2019
William R. Kercheval, 73, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2019. He was born on 07/31/1946 in Richmond, Indiana to the late Harry and Janet (Kienker) Kercheval. Bill worked for GTE doing data processing for 29 years. He enjoyed woodworking, theatre, photography and fishing. He really enjoyed time with his family especially his grandchildren. Bill is survived by his wife of 33...
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Helen Ann Runge
October 31, 2019
Helen Ann Runge, 86, died on Thursday, October 31, 2019. Born in Delaware, Ohio, on April 23 (Shakespeare's birthday), Helen was the daughter of Shad and Mary (Ferris) Hartsough. She graduated from Saint Mary's High School in Delaware and went on to work in the offices of Greif Brothers Cooperage with her future sister-in-law, Dorothy (Runge) Amato. In 1953 she married Robert H Runge, and moved...
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Paul D. Allen
October 29, 2019
Paul D. Allen, 91, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Oct. 29, 2019, from Alzheimer's Disease. Born on July 13, 1928, in Fort Wayne. He was the son of the late Jessie and Anna Allen. After high school he proudly served in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of American Legion Post 499 and had a lifetime membership with the VFW Post 2457, New Haven. He married the love of his life, Marie (Haag) on June 24,...
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Joan Marilyn Strong
October 28, 2019
Joan Marilyn Strong, 87, passed away Monday, October 28, 2019 at Saint Anne Home and Retirement Community in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Rock Island, IL to the late Francis August and Eva I. (Tobin) Schaefer. She was a graduate of Alleman Catholic High School in Rock Island, IL. Joan married William Strong on June 19, 1954 and he preceded her in death. She worked for BDK Brown as a dental...
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Jeffrey Wayne Armstead
October 27, 2019
Jeffrey Wayne Armstead, 52 of Ft. Wayne, IN passed away at home on October 27, 2019. He is survived by his brothers and sisters; Arthur Allen (Debbie) Armstead, Valery Francine Barret, Theda June Eifrid, Anita Fair Shaw, Terry Eugene Armstead, Velma Fay(Donald Johnson Sr.) Johnson, Katherin Louise Armstead, and Pamela Elaine Biesiada. He was preceded in death by Parents George Clarence Armstead...
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Terry Kent Morrolf
March 8, 1937 - October 27, 2019
Terry Kent Morrolf, 82, pased away Sunday, October 27, 2019 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Carl Morrolf and Genevieve Wickham. Terry married Laurel Deal and she preceded him in death on April 17, 2005. He worked for Harvester as a mechanic for 23 years and after retirement he owned Allied Welding Service. Terry enjoyed riding motorcycles and going go-kart racing with...
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Loren Joseph Gunkel
October 24, 2019
Loren Joseph Gunkel, 74, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2019. He was born on September 8, 1945 the son of Joseph G. and Mary J. (Wetzel) Gunkel. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and retired from Verizon.
Surviving relatives include one brother, Mark Gunkel of Batavia, IL; brother-in-law, James Peters and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his...
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Kenneth M. Folk
June 8, 1950 - October 21, 2019
Kenneth M. Folk, 69 of Fort Wayne, IN passed away October 21, 2019. Kenneth was born in Auburn, IN June 8, 1950 to the late Donald G. and Virginia M. (Hasey) Folk. He served his country in the United States Air Force and retired as a House manager for the Freedom House for Drugs and Alcohol. Kenneth was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his sisters, Toni...
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Timothy (Tim) Linsky
October 20, 2019
Timothy (Tim) Linsky, 41, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2019. Tim was born in Fort Wayne on September 19, 1978. He graduated from Columbia City High School in 1998 and completed some classes at Ivy Tech Community College. He worked for D&W Fine Pack for the past 6 years, currently as a maintenance supervisor. Tim loved spending time with his family, friends, and dog. His...
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Lavon A. Wasson
October 19, 2019
Lavon A. Wasson, 81, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Adams Heritage in Fort Wayne, In. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late Harry F. and Zola (Lyons) Shoppell. She married Richard Wasson and he preceded her in death in 2008. Lavon was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and loved spending time with her family. Surviving are her...
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Betty J. Richards
October 14, 2019
Betty J. Richards, 85 passed away Monday, October 14, 2019 at Parkview Hospital Randallia, Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Fort Wayne to the late James R and F Berdena Sproat. Betty graduated from Central High School in 1952. She worked of Cal Federal Bank, SE Division, Ft. Lauderdale FL for 17 years and retired in 1994. She was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church and Parkview lunch...
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Betty Jo Gething
October 11, 2019
Betty Jo Gething, joined her Heavenly Father on, Friday October 11, 2019, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born June 11, 1930 in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Wilbur and Ada Gladys (Lile) Long. She Married John "Jack" Gething on March 27, 1949. She was a homemaker and worked for Lincoln Life, and was a sales clerk for Sears for 10 ½ years, retiring in 1987. She was a member of Good...
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Sara Lee Scheele
October 11, 2019
Sara Lee Scheele, 64, passed away on October 11, 2019. She was born in Fort Wayne, IN on May 8, 1955, the daughter of the late Richard and Rosemary Scheele. She was a graduate of Bishop Luers High School. Sara was passionate about gardening and loved flowers. She also enjoyed working in wild life rehabilitation for a number of years. She is survived by her partner of 24 years, Jerry Willett; and...
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Marcelyn (Marcie) J. Ponder
October 8, 2019
Marcelyn "Marcie" J. Ponder, 69, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at her residence. She was born on November 13, 1949 in Maine to Leroy and Adah Parkhurst. Marcie graduated from Southside High School in Fort Wayne. She was a mother and homemaker. Marcie worked in retail for Hook's Drugstore, Dollar General, and Value City Department Store. She loved her family and...
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Katherine M. Lowden
October 6, 2019
Katherine M. Lowden, 96, of Ft. Wayne, IN born on August 24, 1923 and passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, James M. Lowden and her son, Robert G. Lowden. Surviving are her daughter, Sandra L. Bunn and son, James B. Lowden; grandchildren, Aaron Bunn, Courtney Roades, Kyle and Kody Lowden, and Jessica Underwood; great-grandchildren, Max, Oliver, Carter...
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Gerald Eugene Long
October 6, 2019
Gerald Eugene Long, 83, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2019. He was born in Woodburn, Indiana on Feb. 14, 1936. He lived his entire adult life in Ft. Wayne and worked at Harvester for 29 years. Surviving are his children, Ron (Kim) Long and Judy (Gary) Gatton, both of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Lyndsey, Logan, Sophie, Whitney, and Heather; and one great-grandchild, Atty. He was preceded in death...
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William (Bill) F. Langmeyer
October 5, 2019
William "Bill" F. Langmeyer, 91, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at Visiting Nurse Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Mr. Langmeyer was born on March 12, 1928 in Fort Wayne, IN to Franklin and Stephanie (Kortokrax) Langmeyer. He graduated from Elmhurst High School in 1946. On March 26, 1949, he married Ruth Holocher at Emmaus Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne. Bill served as a...
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Billy F Payne
August 12, 1928 - October 3, 2019
Billy E. Payne, 91, of Fort Wayne passed away Thursday, October 3, 2019 at St. Joseph Hospital. Billy was born August 12, 1928 in Fort Wayne to the late Melvin and Gladys (Ervin) Payne. He graduated from Central High School in 1946 and then served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Billy was a draftsman for Magnavox retiring in 1990. He was a member of the Marine Corps League and American Legion Post...
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Aloma Marion Moore
September 29, 2019
Aloma Marion Moore, 76, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2019 surrounded by love and family at Parkview Randailla Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born on February 3, 1943 in Fort Wayne, IN. Aloma graduated from Central High School then continued her education receiving her QMA, Medical Assisting, and then her LPN at Ivy Tech where she graduated Nursing school in 1999. ...
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Edith (Edie) M. Lutz
August 16, 1930 - September 24, 2019
Edith "Edie" M. Lutz, 89, passed away on September 24, 2019. She was born in E. Liverpool, Ohio on August 16, 1930, the daughter of the late Alvy and Laura Fowler. Edith worked at ITT for 42 years, retiring in 1992. She was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. Edie enjoyed cooking and loved spending time with her family.
She is survived by her children, and Carolyn Lutz, Donald (Catherine) Lutz...
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Nicole D. Cummins
September 22, 2019
Nicole D. Cummins, 95, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2019. She was born to the late Rene and Louise (Thomas) Boutard in Paris, France on May 29, 1924. Nicole was a loving wife, mom, and grandma.
Nicole is survived by her children, William and Cathy Cummins; daughter-in-law, Kristeen Schroeder-Cummins; grandchildren, Danielle (Daniel) Rigsby, Matthew (Tamara), Troy ...
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Patricia J. Rittenhouse
September 20, 2019
Patricia J. Rittenhouse, 69, of Fort Wayne passed away Friday, September 20, 2019 at her home. Patricia was born February 7, 1950 in Fort Wayne to the late Gene E. and Betty H. (Gladieux) Place. She retired as an administrative assistant with Kroger. Surviving is her son, Michael S. (Susan) Bolla of Indianapolis; sister, Susan Norton of Huntertown; brother, Mike (Kim) Place of Elkhart; and her...
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Michael Lorenza Austin
September 19, 2019
Michael Lorenza Austin age 24, passed away September 19, 2019. Michael was born Oct 2 1994 in Fort Wayne Indiana to Leo Austin and Pam (Sarazen) Jones. Michael is survived by his loving wife Julia DeNae (Edmondson) Austin and children Michael Lee Austin Jr, step children Jamihya DeNae Wash, Jahmere De'onte Edmondson, Jalayha DeeNae Edmondson, that he loved very much. Michael was a loving husband...
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Phyllis Theresa Brand
September 14, 2019
Phyllis Theresa Brand, 91, passed away on September 14, 2019. She was born in Fort Wayne, IN on February 14, 1928, the daughter of the late Edward and Clara Ansberry. She was a graduate of Central Catholic High School. Phyllis retired from GTE/Verizon doing instrument repair. She was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. In her spare time, Phyllis was an avid reader, and she spent a lot of time...
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Kelly Shawn Fox
September 11, 2019
Kelly Shawn Fox, 58, passed away on September 11, 2019. He was born July 2, 1961 in Fort Wayne, IN, the youngest son of the late Ronald H. Fox, and surviving mother, Helen G. Fox. Kelly graduated from Paul Harding High School, the class of 1980.. Kelly had worked at Dana Corp, North American, Goodyear Tire and ITT to name a few. He enjoyed antique collecting, coins, model cars and others as well...
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Silvestra M. Hernandez
September 8, 2019
Silvestra M. Hernandez, 93, of Fort Wayne, passed away on September 8,2019. She was born in Mabank, TX on September 15, 1925, the daughter of the late Jose and Julia Morones. Silvestra married Guadalupe Hernandez Sr. on June 10, 1945. She was an active member of First Assembly of God and loved the Lord dearly. She enjoyed traveling wide and far, including being able to visit Jerusalem. Silvestra...
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Jerry M. Wynn
September 5, 2019
Jerry M. Wynn, 74, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2019 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Wabash, IN to the late John and Geraldine (Heider) Wynn. He married Sandra L. Hopper on November 15, 1988 and she survives. He worked as a forklift drive for General Mills for 16 years, retiring on June 2, 2019. Jerry enjoyed fishing, gambling, watching sports, and...
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Susanne C Foote
July 1, 1933 - September 5, 2019
Suzanne C. Foote, 86, of Fort Wayne passed away Thursday, September 5, 2019 at her residence. Suzanne was born July 1, 1933 in Huntington, Indiana a daughter of the late Maurice Kitchcart and Adaline (Howley) Rammel. She was a homemaker who spent her life caring for her family. Surviving are her sons, Gregory A. Foote of Fort Wayne; Michael J. Foote of New Paris, IN; and Timothy R. Foote of...
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Philip (Phil) A. Taylor
August 29, 2019
Philip "Phil" A. Taylor, 83, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2019. He was born to the late Ralph and Grace (Osborn) Taylor in Fort Wayne on September 28, 1935.
Phil is survived by his children, Rick (Kathie) Taylor, Paula (Carl) Engle-Nichols, and Barb Taylor; son-in-law, Steve Pepple; grandchildren, Stevie (Rosie) Pepple, Chad Pepple, Sarah (Peter) Taylor-Adams, Bob ...
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Vicki J. Schultz
August 28, 2019
Vicki J. Schultz, 68, passed away on August 28, 2019. She was born on January 23, 1951 in Paducah, KY, the daughter of the late James "Cotton" Wallace and Jessie (Brant) Hill. Vicki worked at Lincoln Life as a computer programmer, latter known as IBM. She then attended Indiana University and obtained an Associates Degree. She was a long time member of Concordia Lutheran Church. Vicki enjoyed...
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James M. Fry
August 28, 2019
James M. Fry, 74, of Fort Wayne, passed away Wednesday at his home with his wife, Barb, at his side. He was born March 24, 1945 in Fort Wayne, son of the late Orville and Frances (Mattingly) Fry. James retired as a fork lift operator from Food Marketing (SuperValu) in 2005 after 38 years of service. He was known by the nickname " Duke" by all his family and friends because of his admiration for...
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Bertha L. Talarico
August 27, 2019
Bertha L. Talarico, 96, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2019. She was born on October 30, 1922 in Fort Wayne, to the late William and Henrietta (Brinkman) Thieme. Bertha was a member of the St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church. She was the president of the Women's Catholic Orphans Guild for many years. Bertha loved to play bingo, cook, and spend time with her family, She was an...
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Sharon K. Weaver
February 25, 1947 - August 25, 2019
Sharon K. Weaver, 72, passed away on August 25, 2019. She was born on February 25, 1947, the daughter of the late Guy and Eva Louise Stookey. She graduated from South Side High School and went on to retire from the Allen County Public Library. Her passion was studying genealogy and she was lucky enough to work in that field at the ACPL. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Larry Weaver;...
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Elizabeth Ann (Betty) Turnley
August 21, 2019
ELIZABETH ANN "BETTY" TURNLEY, of Fremont, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home August 21, 2019 at the age of 94. Born August 19, 1925 in Gary, Indiana she was the daughter of Roscoe Protsman and Gladys Protsman, both life-long school teachers.
A precocious musical talent from an early age, Betty won a scholarship to the Indiana University School of Music where she studied with Ernst...
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Mona L. Mettert
August 21, 2019
Mona L Mettert, 86, of Fort Wayne, passed away on August 21, 2019. Born on January 8, 1933, in Kokomo, she was a daughter of the late Dallas O and Mary Francis (Merrell) Watters. She was a member of Simpson United Methodist Church, Fort Wayne, and retired in 1998 from Essex Group, after 28 years of service, after retirement, she worked as a "Sample Lady" at Sam's Club, in Fort Wayne.
She is...
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Keith Spiker
August 20, 2019
Keith Spiker passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2019, in Phoenix, Arizona. Born on Christmas Day in 1921, he was a son of the late Earl and Lillian (Shirbroun) Spiker. Graduating in 1940, he attended South Side High School where he played forward on the basketball team that went to state finals and was a member of the National Honor Society. He attended Iowa State University where he was a member...
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Noah J. Carr
August 17, 2019
.Noah J. Carr, 82 of Fort Wayne passed away Saturday at Bethlehem Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation. Noah was born August 24, 1936 in Ray, Indiana to the late Dale and Mary (Slinker) Carr. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia E. Carr. Burial in Prairie Grove Cemetery.
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Donald Raymond VanOsdale, Sr.
November 22, 1927 - August 15, 2019
Donald Raymond VanOsdale, Sr., 91, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on August 15, 2019. He was born on November 22, 1927 in Fort Wayne, IN, the third son of Ralph W. and Ruth (Brudy) VanOsdale.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a business owner and retired mechanic. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge, VFW, American Legion, and Emmanuel Lutheran Church.
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Lorelee K. Sensibaugh
August 14, 2019
Lorelee K. Sensibaugh, 52, passed away on August 14, 2019. She was born April 10, 1967, the daughter of the late Alan and Diane Vegell. She was a graduate of Purdue University and worked as a Human Resources person for many years. Surviving is her loving husband of ten and a half years, Jerry "Scoop" Sensibaugh. They were married December 8, 2008. In her spare time, she enjoyed the ocean and...
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Lisa Ann Kizer
August 14, 2019
Lisa Ann Kizer, 58, passed away on August 14, 2019 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Coldwater, Michigan to Wanda Halte. She married Dale Kizer in 1986 and he survives. She enjoyed fixing things, her dogs, and Winnie the Pooh. Above all else, she loved spending time with her grandchildren. Lisa is survived by her children, Cassandra (Tyler) Burdette and Jessica Kizer; three...
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Ralph R. Moon
February 27, 1927 - August 13, 2019
Ralph R. Moon, 92, passed away on August 13, 2019 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born on February 27, 1927 in Elwood County, Indiana, the son of the late Joseph and Margaret Moon. Ralph served in the U.S. Army during WWII from 1945 to 1949. He worked in HVAC for a number of years. Ralph was passionate about woodworking, including making small crosses for missions in Haiti. Surviving are his children,...
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Donald Griffith
August 12, 2019
Donald Griffith, 94, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019. Born June 6, 1925 in Fort Wayne, he was the son of the late Lauren C. and Theresa O'Neil Griffith. At age 16, Don soloed at Smith Field and earned his pilot's license. He graduated from Central Catholic High School. He was a World War II U.S. Army Veteran and served in the First Cavalry Division Artillery. He saw action...
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Mary E. Widmer
August 6, 2019
Mary E. Widmer, 77, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Salisbury, Missouri to the late George J. and Mildred (Striegel) Widmer. Mary was a 1960 graduate of Central Catholic High School in Fort Wayne. She worked for Lincoln Life for several years. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Surviving are her brother,...
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Tony Allen Hinrichs
August 6, 2019
Tony Allen Hinrichs, 54, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at his residence. Mr. Hinrichs was born on February 28, 1965 in Fort Wayne to Vondale and Elnora (Meyers) Hinrichs. Tony attended Northrop High School. In 1986, he married Linda Overman at Lakeside Rose Gardens in Fort Wayne. He worked for Indiana Stamp for the past 8 years. He loved sporting and watching the...
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Roberta (Robin) E. Miller
August 5, 2019
Roberta "Robin" E. Miller, 76, passed away Monday, August 5, 2019 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Wabash, IN to the late Robert and Bessie (Benson) Speicher. She married Gary L. Miller on September 15, 1979 and he survives. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Robin enjoyed sewing and music. Above all she was a devoted mother and grandmother and will be...
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Nancy L. Bieber
August 5, 2019
Nancy L. Bieber, 73, passed away on August 5, 2019. She was born in Fort Wayne, IN on August 6, 1945, the daughter of the late Rupert and Flossie Olinger. Nancy was 1963 graduate of North Side High School. Nancy was very involved with local school activities and the local PTA. In her spare time she enjoyed crafting, pottery, and making memories with her beloved family. Surviving are her loving...
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Albert E. Schmid, Jr.
August 2, 2019
Albert E. Schmid Jr., 96, passed away on August 2, 2019 in Pinellas Park, Florida. He was born in Knoxville, Tennessee, on July 5, 1923.He was the son of the late Albert Sr. and Bertha Schmid. Albert served in the US. Navy during WWII and was Honorably discharged in 1946. He worked at Magnavox for 33 years, initially as an engineer, and progressed to Vice President, in Torrance, California. He is...
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Tina Wormcastle
May 25, 1956 - August 2, 2019
Tina Wormcastle, 63, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 2, 2019. She was born on May 25, 1956, in Fort Wayne, IN, the daughter of the late David and Anna Wormcastle. She is survived by her sisters, Brenda Wormcastle, Patricia (James) Hawthorne, Margaret Wormcastle; and two nieces and one nephew. She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Mike Wormcastle. A Mass of...
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Robert (Bob) D. Luke
August 2, 2019
Robert "Bob" D. Luke, 92, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, August 2, 2019. He was born on July 4, 1927 in Angola, Indiana to the late Harold L. and Audra (Gurtner) Luke. He was a very crafty gentleman who made many things and attended many craft shows to sell what he had made. At one time he and his wife opened CNR Ceramics. Bob is survived his, children, Robert D. Luke Jr., Dennis E. Luke,...
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Anna Mae Wichern
August 1, 2019
Anna Mae Wichern, 90, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, August 1st, 2019. She was born in Canton, Ohio on December 8, 1928 to the late Fred and Frances Jones. She was faithfully committed to Zion Lutheran Church and School in Ft. Wayne serving as a Girl Scout leader and giving numerous hours volunteering. Anna worked over 30 years at Kmart, retiring in 1994. She enjoyed bowling, "let's go,...
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David Martin Schaab
July 31, 2019
DAVID MARTIN SCHAAB, 78, of Swansboro, NC, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019. He was a native and long-time resident of Fort Wayne, and spent the last 15 years in Swansboro, NC. Dave was the son of the late John E. and Helene G. Schaab. Dave graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1959. He was a member of St. Mildred's Catholic Church in Swansboro, NC. He enjoyed weekly beers with the...
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Suzanne Mary Schaab
July 31, 2019
SUZANNE MARY SCHAAB, 77, of Swansboro, NC, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019. She grew up in Fort Wayne, and spent the last 15 years in Swansboro, NC. Suzanne was the daughter of the late Arthur Jacob and Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Smith. Sue graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1960. She was a member of St. Mildred's Catholic Church in Swansboro, NC, a smashing tile player and was an...
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Donna (Pat) Jean (Werst) Gulker
July 31, 2019
Donna "Pat" Jean (Werst) Gulker, 86, of Ft. Wayne, IN passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019. She was born on September 7, 1932 the daughter of Harold and Junia (Trowbridge) Werst. She married Ferdinand Gulker, III on May 13, 1964.
Surviving children include Cynthia Harden; Richard Werst; Ferdinand Gulker, IV; Rolana Brown; Sandra (Tom) Hutchinson; Susan (Roy) Puckett; Kari (Bruce Abrams)...
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Norman W. Lay
July 24, 2019
NORMAN W. LAY, 74, of Fort Wayne, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2019, at St. Joseph Hospital. Born July 10, 1945, in Yeovil-Somerset, England, he was the son of the late Joseph (Joe) Lay and Winifred (Wynne) Kerzan. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in the 82nd Airborne Division from 1963 to 1966. He was a member of American Legion Post 499. He retired in 2011 as an independent...
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Carl Daniel Gable
March 10, 1927 - July 23, 2019
Carl Daniel Gable Jr, 92, of Fort Wayne, passed away on July 23, 2019, at Heritage Park Retirement Community. Born on March 10, 1927, in Rockford, Ohio, he was the son of the late, Carl D Gable, and Neola E Bermes. He graduated from South Side High School, Fort Wayne, and immediately enlisted into the Navy to go and fight in WWII, where he served on the Petrof Bay as Secretary to the Captain....
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Carroll W. (Pip) Farrier
July 21, 2019
Carroll W. "Pip" Farrier, 90, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on July 21, 2019 at Townehouse Retirement Center in Fort Wayne. Carroll was born on July 3, 1929 in Brighton, IA to Illoah and Margaret (Thompson) Farrier. He graduated from Brighton High School in Brighton, IA. On August 16, 1950, he married Mary Lynn Bland in Huntington, WV. Pip retired from Franklin Electric as an electronic...
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William John Sibert
July 15, 2019
William John Sibert, 64, of Fort Wayne, passed away on July 15, 2019. Born on 7/06/1955 in Fort Wayne to the late Howard Sibert and Lela (Bartaway) Sibert-Rosser. He is survived by his sisters Jolinda (Kevin) Turner and Bettina (Paul) Christensen and 13 nieces and nephews. He graduated from North Side High School in 1973. A Memorial gathering will be held at 12:30 pm on July 31, 2019 at the...
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Maureen Alexandra Arata
July 15, 2019
Maureen Alexandra Arata, age 65, passed away of natural causes on July 15, 2019, at her home in North Hollywood, California. An Indiana native, Maureen graduated from Indiana University with a double major in Music-Piano Performance, and English. Her love of foreign films (and freely acknowledged fear of performing) led her to Los Angeles where she worked throughout her career as a Casting...
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Mildred Ruth (Benninghoff) Nash
July 14, 2019
Mildred Ruth Nash (Benninghoff), age 102, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2019. She is survived by sons; Charles, David, and Michael; and daughters; Janis, Karen, Jeanne and Sue. She is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 21, 2019 from 1-4pm at D.O McComb and Sons Funeral Home Lakeside Park, 1140 Lake...
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Patricia K. Thwaites
July 12, 2019
Patricia K Thwaites, 83, of Fort Wayne, passed away on July 12, 2019. Born on May 18, 1936, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, she was a daughter of the late Raymond C and Theressa D Brown. She is survived by her daughter, Tracey S Thwaites; son, Gregory L Dhaene; three grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John A Thwaites; and four siblings.
There...
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Richard Lee (Dick) Zeigler
July 29, 1931 - July 9, 2019
Richard Lee "Dick" Zeigler passed away on July 9, 2019 at the Visiting Nurse Hospice Home in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on July 29, 1931 to Alonzo and Edith (Crissler) Zeigler in rural Jay County. He was their third child and had one sister and one brother.
He graduated from Gov. I P Gray High School in 1949 and married Loretta "Larry" Price in 1952. They were very happily married for...
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Samuel A. Hyde
July 9, 2019
Samuel A. Hyde, 71 passed away on July 09, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital. He was the son of the late Raymond and Francis Hyde. He was the owner of Hyde Brothers Books. He is survived by his wife: Marilyn, son: Jacob (Ciara) Hyde 0f Huntington, daughter: Victoria L. Jauregui Wysong of Ft. Wayne, brother: Joel H. Hyde of Ft. Wayne, 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death...
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Eleanor Eichenauer
July 9, 2019
Eleanor Eichenauer, 62, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Fort Wayne, IN to Guadalupe and Sylvestra Hernandez. She was a 1978 graduate of Wayne High School. Eleanor married Keith Eichenauer on May 10, 1980 and he survives. She worked at CK Products for 20 years. Eleanor enjoyed cooking and gardening. Above all she was a devoted wife and...
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Phyllis J. Blaugh
April 29, 1926 - July 8, 2019
Phyllis J Blaugh, 93, of Fort Wayne, passed away on July 8, 2019. Born on April 29, 1926, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Elsie (Hoke) Thompson; and was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. She is survived by her sons, Rick (Cheryl) Blaugh, Greg (Suz) Blaugh, and Mike (Terri) Blaugh; daughter-in-law, Susan Blaugh; grandchildren, Andrew, T.J., Zac, Nikki,...
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Adeline Lavera Coe
November 25, 1926 - July 4, 2019
Adeline Lavera Coe, 92 of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2019. She was born on November 25, 1926, in Fort Wayne, Indiana to the late Claude and Sadie (Steele) Corts. She was a Captain in the Army National Guard. Adeline went to Ball State University, where she received her Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Education, Followed by attending Butler University getting her Media...
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Judith Anne (Bash) Lee
July 4, 2019
Judith Anne (Bash) Lee passed away at home on July 4, 2019 after a long illness, surrounded by her loving family. Judy was born in Fort Wayne on June 2, 1937. Her parents were David W. and Florence (Kendrick) Bash. She lived almost all of her life on the north side of Fort Wayne. She attended the Franklin School and North Side High School where she graduated in 1955 and was an honors student....
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Ruby W. Walker
July 3, 2019
Ruby W. Walker, 79, passed away on July 3, 2019. She was born in Columbia, Miss. on July 13, 1939, the daughter of the late Willey and Gaylushia Womack.
Ruby was a teacher for 30 plus years before her retirement.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Oscar Walker; children, Debbie and Rosalind Walker; grandchildren, Miles and Maegan Walker and Alicea Pulinairo; sisters, Mary, Martha,...
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Charlene E. Bauman
June 26, 2019
Charlene E. Bauman, 91 of Fort Wayne passed away Wednesday June 26, 2019 She was the daughter of the late Charles and Carrie (Foss) Rondot. She retired from Troy Laundry as a shirt presser. She is survived by three daughters. Services will be Friday July 5, 2019 at 2:00 p.m with visitation from 1-2. At D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home 1140 Lake Ave. Ft. Wayne, IN She was preceded...
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Marcine B. Gatchell
January 9, 1928 - June 25, 2019
Marcine B. Gatchell, 91, passed away quietly in her home on June 25, 2019. She was born on January 9, 1928, in Garrett, IN, the daughter of the late Germaine and Ruth Weaver.
She worked at Lincoln National Corporation retiring in 1990 as the Director of Investment Accounts. She was also a member of Lincoln National Social Club. Marcine enjoyed being outdoors, flowers, cooking holiday meals, and...
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Harold F. Williams, Sr.
June 24, 2019
Harold F. Williams Sr. 90 of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday June 24, 2019 at Parkview Hospital. He was an U.S. Army Veteran and retired from Franklin Electric. He is survived by two sons, Harold F. (Judith) William Jr of Ft. Wayne , Hila E. Williams of Huntington, IN, two daughters, Florence Morgan of Huntington, IN, Laura Williams of Tulsa, OK, a brother James Williams and six Grandchildren...
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Julia Mildred (Shaw) Nash
August 22, 1923 - June 22, 2019
Julia Mildred (Shaw) Nash, 95, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at Parkview Randallia. Mrs. Nash was born on August 22, 1923 in Elbert County, Georgia to John William and Essie Mildred (Mann) Shaw. On April 26, 1940, she married Charlie Nash in Georgia. Julia worked as a press operator for Coverall Rental for 40 years before retiring She enjoyed gardening, tending to...
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Rosanna J. (Stamm) Showalter
April 24, 1928 - June 22, 2019
Rosanna J (Stamm) Showalter, 91, of Fort Wayne, passed away on June 22, 2019. Born on April 24, 1928, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of the late Charles H and Kaythryn I (Carr) Stamm. She was a member of Faith United Methodist Church, Fort Wayne, and sang in the choir for more than 50 years. Rosanna attended Olivet University, majoring in music, and was a featured soloist with the Tokheim...
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Lois Marie Bright
August 12, 1933 - June 20, 2019
Lois Marie Bright, 85, of Fort Wayne, passed away on June 20th. She was born on August 12th, 1933 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri to the late Albert and Marian Morrison. She was a faithful member of Shiloh Baptist Church for many years, serving on the trustee board. An avid sports fan, she enjoyed watching basketball, football and Tiger Woods. Having developed an affinity for fashion at a young age...
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Sharon E. (Shari) Cox
July 7, 1945 - June 20, 2019
Sharon E. "Shari" Cox, 73, passed away on June 20, 2019. She was born on July 7, 1945 in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of the late Elson and Virginia Erler.
Shari graduated from North Side High School in 1963. She was an active member of The Red Hat Society for a number of years. Shari enjoyed being with her family, especially playing cards and the game liverpool.
She is survived by her children,...
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Dorothy E. Nolan
December 11, 1924 - June 18, 2019
Dorothy E Nolan, 94, passed away on June 18, 2019. She was born December 11, 1924 in Johnstown, PA, the daughter of the late James and Gertrude Staman. She is survived by her children; Sandra Michael, Barbara (Charles) Cole, Terri Worth, R.Scott (Deb) Nolan, 13 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, S. Ted Nolan; brother,...
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Alexis deWeese
December 4, 1958 - June 16, 2019
Alexis deWeese, 60, passed away on June 16, 2019. He was born in Flora, IL on December 4, 1958, the son of the late Carmon and Dorothy deWeese. Alexis started working with ITT Aerospace (now known as Harris) for 34 years. Family, grandchildren, traveling with his beautiful wife, and St. Louis Cardinals baseball were among his favorite things. Alexis was well respected and loved by his family, co...
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Catherine (Kate) J. Luke
November 29, 1927 - June 16, 2019
Catherine "Kate" J. Luke, 91, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Kendallville, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2019 with her husband, Bob, at her side. She was born to the late Alva and Elsie (Hills) Acker in Kendallville on November 29, 1927.
Kate is survived by the love of her life of 71 years, Robert "Bob" D. Luke Sr.; children, Robert D. Luke Jr., Dennis E. Luke, Sarah A. (Jaime) Hanna, and...
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Doris A. Schmidt-Bradtmueller
June 15, 2019
Doris A Schmidt-Bradtmueller, 81, of Fort Wayne, passed away on June 15, 2019. Born on November 20, 1937, in Amberg, Wisconsin, she was a daughter of the late, Harvey and Henrietta (Beach) Bright. She is survived by her husband, Gilbert Bradtmueller; daughter, Sherrie (Doug) Reynolds; son, Steven (Deb) Schmidt; step-children, Gary (Christine) Bradtmueller, Beth (Mike) Saveio, and Carl (Carrie)...
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Russel R. Sorgen
June 13, 2019
Russel R. Sorgen, 87, A life long resident of Fort Wayne, Russell Sorgen passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning June 13, 2019. He was much beloved by all who were fortunate enough to know him. Born In 1931, He went to Precious Blood Church & School, then on to Catholic and Central Catholic High School, where he was a football and basketball star. At Central, some of his football...
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Joshua David Beck
March 23, 1978 - June 12, 2019
On Wednesday June 12, 2019, Joshua David Beck, loyal son and brother, suddenly passed away in his home at age 41.
Joshua was born March 23, 1978 in Fort Wayne, Indiana and grew up in and around Fort Wayne. He graduated from South Side High School in 1996. He enjoyed working hard and spent most of his working career in service for the construction industry, and for local sports teams, the...
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Sally Puff
June 10, 2019
Fort Wayne, IN - Sally Puff, age 64, loving wife, mother, Nana, and sister, passed away Monday, June 10, 2019, surrounded by family.
Sally graduated North Side High School and then earned a Bachelor's Degree in Ultrasound Technology from Butler University. In her later years, she enjoyed working as a teaching assistant at Price Elementary. She loved supporting her local Church, singing music...
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Wyatt Jensen Parrish
June 7, 2019
Wyatt Jensen Parrish, infant son of Brianna Norman and Daniel Parrish, passed away on June 7, 2019. Graveside service will be 1:30pm, Wednesday, June 12, at Highland Park Cemetery, 2403 East Wallen Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825. Arrangements by DO McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne.
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Betty L. Junior
March 31, 1931 - June 3, 2019
Betty L. Junior, 88, passed away on June 3, 2019. She was born on March 31, 1931 in Fort Wayne, Indiana the daughter of the late Fred and Hazel Woods. Betty worked at G.E. and went on to retire from Power Wheels.
In her spare time she enjoyed gardening and playing bingo. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Forkert; and grandchildren, Trevin Forkert, Kyla Forkert, and Shawn Junior. She was...
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