Our Obituaries
Doris Jean Zwick
October 21, 2018
Doris Jean Zwick, 95, of Ft. Wayne began her heavenly journey, Sunday, Oct. 21st. She had been a resident at Lutheran Life Village, Pine Valley since 2015 receiving loving and gracious care from their staff. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Born August 23, 1923, she was the only daughter of the late Edward Killian and Bertha (Tonkel) Killian. Her love of school began at Franklin...
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Mary Ella Emenhiser Geesaman
October 20, 2018
Mary Ella Emenhiser Geesaman, 92, died on October 20, 2018. Before that occurred, I chose to write my obituary. I made that choice because I want to share with my family and friends one of God's greatest blessings for me – a life filled with joy. I experienced the joy of hard work and love of family early as I was one of 15 children growing up on a farm outside of Harlan, Indiana during the...
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Herold A. Tonak
October 20, 2018
Herold A. Tonak, age 67, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at his residence. Mr. Tonak was born on January 5, 1951 in Minnesota to Calvin and Lois (Strahm) Tonak. He graduated from Northside High School. He served his country honorably during the Vietnam War with the United States Navy. Herold worked as a mechanic for Navastar for over 30 years before retiring. On...
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Leroy Lynn Cook
October 19, 2018
LEROY LYNN COOK, 96, lifetime resident of Allen County, Indiana passed away on October 19, 2018, at Ashton Creek. Born June 18, 1922, son of Oscar & Chloe Cook. He attended South Side High School and excelled in sports playing football, basketball and track, awarded nine sports letters. He won the Kenworthy Trophy in years 1938 – 1940 as the best all-around athlete and in 1976 was inducted...
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Joe I. Pee, Jr.
October 18, 2018
Joe I Pee Jr., 83, passed away peacefully at home early Thursday morning on October 18, 2018. He was born in Everett, PA on April 29, 1935, the son of the late Joe and Elinor Pee. Joe served in the Navy during the Korean conflict. He was a member of VFW Post 82, Navy Club Ship 245, St. Joe Athletic Club, and Crescent Avenue United Methodist. Joe was in the Automotive Sales Industry and worked as...
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Jacob Henry (Jake) Feichter , VIII
October 17, 2018
Jacob Henry Feichter VIII, "Jake", age 101 ½, passed away on October 17, 2018.
An active Realtor® for over 70 years, Jake rehabbed 1,000+ area houses, working to help others have homes of their own. He served as president of the Upstate Alliance of Realtors®, and was a member of the local, state and national Associations of Realtors® and Associations of Home Builders. He was honored...
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Charlene Ann Pettit-Didier
October 17, 2018
Charlene Ann Pettit-Didier, 91, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in St. John's, MI, Charlene worked as an executive secretary to the Chancellor and Vicar General Diocese of Fort Wayne and South Bend for 20 years, retiring in 1996. She was also active in the choir at The Cathedral of Immaculate Conception. She was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. She...
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Craig E. Ball
October 16, 2018
Craig E. Ball, 47, passed away Tuesday, October 16, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Craig was a 1989 graduate of Northrop High School and earned two degrees from IPFW. He was a manager at Kroger and had previously worked at FedEx. He attended Brookside Church and served honorably in the United States Air Force and Air National Guard for 24 years. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed camping,...
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Jacob Thomas Miller III
October 16, 2018
Jacob Thomas Miller III, 56, passed away on October 16, 2018 in Chicago, Ill after a battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his sister, brother-in-law and several friends at his bedside at Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital. Jacob was born in Lansing, MI. He received his Bachelors of Science from Alma College, and a Master's Degree of Public Health from St. Louis University. He began his career...
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Helen C. (Griebel) Nahrwold
October 16, 2018
Helen C. (Griebel) Nahrwold passed away on Tuesday, October 16, 2018, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. She was born October 6, 1923, the daughter of Martin W. Griebel and Amanda J. Saalfrank of rural Hoagland, IN. On September 8, 1943, she married John H. Nahrwold at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne. She was a member of St. Peter's Ladies Aid and an honorary director of the Maumee...
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Shirley Ann (nee Spasoff) Goeglein
October 16, 2018
Shirley Ann Goeglein (nee Spasoff,) 81, of Fort Wayne, passed away on October 16, 2018. Her beloved husband of 61 years, Stanley J. Goeglein, was at her side. She was the loving mother of Thomas J. (Nicole) Goeglein, Tamara A. (Daniel Frick) Goeglein, Timothy S. (Jenny) Goeglein and Theodore M. (Laura) Goeglein. Shirley was the proud baba of Eleanor and Evelyn Frick, Tim and Paul Goeglein, and...
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Mary L. Marks
October 15, 2018
Mary L. Marks, 69, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Monday, October 15, 2018 at her home. Mrs. Marks was born on January 12, 1949 in Lafayette, IN to Thomas and Betty (Squires) Howat. She graduated from Francisville High School and then obtained an Associate's Degree from International Business College in Fort Wayne. On August 2, 1969, she married Michael Marks. She worked in customer service...
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Sarah Jane (McGrath) Carmona
October 15, 2018
Sarah Jane Carmona (McGrath), 78 years old, a resident of Fort Wayne, Indiana, died surrounded by family at her home on Monday, October 15, 2018.
She was born to George and Collette McGrath (ne: Freistroffer). She grew up in Fort Wayne and attended St. Jude Elementary and Central Catholic High School. She earned an Associate Degree from Purdue University. She was Executive Secretary at Magnavox...
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W. Dean Bercot
October 15, 2018
W. Dean Bercot, 89, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Monday, October 15, 2018 at Community Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. Mr. Bercot was born on May 9, 1929 in Gull Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada to Earl and Virginia (Rudolph) Bercot. Dean graduated from High School in Gull Lake and then continued his education at International Business College in Fort Wayne where he received his Associates Degree. ...
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Judith Holzinger
October 14, 2018
Judith Holzinger, 75, passed away peacefully, Sunday October 14th 2018. Judy was born 8-12-1943 to Joseph and Pearl Mudrack in Fort Wayne. Judy worked with General Electric for 37 years. She will be fondly remembered by friends and family as a loving wife, mother, and also a distinguished bowler, fisherman, an awesome cook with a great sense of humor, and an avid scrabble player. Surviving are...
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Andrew (Drew) E. Ditton
October 13, 2018
Andrew "Drew" E. Ditton, 18 of Fort Wayne, IN passed away unexpectedly October 13, 2018. Drew was born May 3, 2000 in Warsaw, IN to Donald E. Ditton, Jr. and Katherine M. (Guetschow) Elias. He was a graduate of Snider High School and loved spending time with friends, playing the guitar and loved his four legged friends, Luna, Shilo, Chloe, Roxie and Rocky. He is survived by his mother,...
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Alan Wayne Godsey
October 13, 2018
Alan Wayne Godsey, 66, passed on to eternal life on Saturday evening, October 13, 2018 at Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Alan was born July 8, 1952 to Ernest Elbert Godsey and Christine (Upchurch) Godsey who preceded him in death. Alan was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, and moved to Fort Wayne as a teenager. Alan founded The Northmen, and the Northern Gospel Singing Convention. His desire was to share...
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Edward (Ted) Gustin
October 13, 2018
Edward "Ted" Gustin of Fort Wayne, IN passed away October 13, 2018. He worked at Kroger's assisting customers with bagging and carrying groceries for 22 years. Ted was a member of the Harlan Lions Club where he enjoyed being the Lion Tamer. He is survived by his mother, Sharon E. (Thomas) Gustin, sister, Lenore (Mark) Schindler, brothers, Jonathan (Jess), Andrew (Amy) Gustin, aunts and uncles...
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Judy Edwards Conner
October 12, 2018
December 6, 1947 – October 12, 2018
Judy Edwards Conner was the mother we all wanted to be when we grow up. She was also the mother we all wish we had; I was lucky enough to have her as mine.
Mom loved many things in this life: her husband Merle ("I didn't know what love was until I met your father"), her three children, their spouses and eight grandchildren, her dear friends, any...
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Steven (Pookie) Godfrey
October 12, 2018
Steven "Pookie" Godfrey, 47, passed away Friday, October 12, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Pookie worked as an application analyst for AT&T for 11 years. Previously Pookie worked at Comcast. He taught early childhood development at Crescent Avenue Church. He enjoyed photography, music and being at the lake. Above all Pookie enjoyed spending time with his family, and friends. Surviving...
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Dale L. (Curly) Collins
October 12, 2018
Dale L. "Curly" Collins, 67 passed away Friday October. 12, 2018 at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late George B and Rachel E. "Peg" Collins and has been a lifetime resident. He was an exchange tech at Cornerstone Pharmacy for several years. Curly was an avid and accomplished bowler and rolled many games at Georgetown Lanes. He also enjoyed spending time on...
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Rita A. Snoke
October 12, 2018
Rita A. Snoke of Fort Wayne passed away peacefully on October 12th in Brownsburg, IN after recently celebrating her 100th birthday. Rita is survived by her daughter Janice (Greg) Roach-Conwell, grandchildren, Jodi (Bruce) Pfeifer, Jeff (Stephanie) Roach, Julie (Chris) Maury and great grandchildren, Emilee and Olivia Pfeifer, Carter and Logan Roach and Kendal and Samuel Maury. She was preceded in...
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Teresa M. Glosson
October 12, 2018
Teresa M. Glosson, née Clark 91, passed away Friday, October 12, 2018 at Northwoods Village Ft Wayne. She was born in Boston, Massachusetts to the late Henry E. and Elizabeth (Sowle) Clark. She married Gene Glosson April 26, 1947, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Roxbury, Massachusetts. He preceded her in death on February 13, 2014. Teresa was a member of St John the Baptist Catholic Church, Ft...
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Richard L. Arend
October 12, 2018
Richard L. Arend, 87, passed away on October 12, 2018. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN on January 16, 1931, the son of the late Leo and Catherine Arend. Richard served in the U.S. Army, and was a member of Eagles #248 and American Legion Post #296, where he served as a former officer. He worked at Peter Eckrich and Sons for 37 years until his retirement. On March 31, 1951 he married Eileen Arend...
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Dale F. (Fred) Oetting
October 11, 2018
Dale F. "Fred" Oetting, 71 of Fort Wayne, IN passed away October 11, 2018. Fred was formerly a Dishwasher for Fish of Stroh. He was a member of Lincolnshire Church of the Brethren. He is survived by his wife, Becky A. (Casey) Oetting, daughter, Koula Oetting, grandchildren, Mason, Carson, mother, Esther N. (James) Hein, sister, Debbie Oetting, brother, Gary Oetting and step-brothers, Richard,...
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Rosemary Ann Saleh
October 11, 2018
Rosemary Ann Saleh, age 78, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Thursday, October 11, 2018 at her residence surrounded by her family. Rosemary was born on August 21, 1940 in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Raymond M. and LaMoille (Partee) O'Neill. She graduated from North Side High School in 1958 and later continued her education at Ivy Tech. Rosemary was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years,...
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Deloris Maxine Walda
October 11, 2018
DELORIS MAXINE WALDA, 86, passed away October 11, 2018 at The Hearth of Windermere in Fishers Indiana. She was born in Sault Sainte Marie, MI to the late William and Mildred Burtt. Maxine graduated from Sault Sainte Marie High School. She worked at Physicians Exchange as a phone operator for seven years. Maxine enjoyed reading and was an avid sports fan. She enjoyed watching IU basketball, Colts...
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Robert Dale Sowers, Sr.
October 10, 2018
Robert Dale Sowers Sr., 30, passed away on October 10, 2018. He is survived by his mother, Cheryl (Timothy) Kelly; devoted companion, Krystal Gramling-Sowers; son, Robert Sowers Jr.; sister, Amber (Nate) Sowers-Herd; step-sisters, Margo Kelly and Mary (Jarod) Kelly-Brown; and step-brother, Michael (Chriss) Kelly. Funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at D.O. McComb...
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Esmelita Villajuan
October 10, 2018
Esmelita Villajuan, 86, passed away October 10, 2018. She was born on June 8, 1932 in the Philippines. She was married to Roberto Villajuan for 63 years until his passing on June 3, 2017. Esmelita was a teacher in the Philippines for 34 years. When she and her husband moved to New Jersey, she also taught Elementary school. Esmelita enjoyed crocheting, and watching sports, including Tennis, Golf,...
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Alice M. Schuhler
October 9, 2018 - October 9, 2018
Alice M Schuhler, died in Fort Wayne, IN on Oct 9, 2018 at 93. Born in Fort Wayne, IN on Feb.6, 1925. She graduated from South Side High School in 1943 and then worked as a machinist at GE till the end of WWII. She married William Schuhler in 1945, while he was in the navy, and were married 61 years until his death in 2006. They were preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Cerilda Fisher,...
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Bonnie J. Pappert
October 9, 2018
Bonnie J. Pappert, 95, died Tuesday at St Anne Retirement Home. Born in Akron, Ohio and was a member of St. Jude Catholic. Bonnie was a homemaker and a waitress for the Venice Restaurant and the Knights of Columbus. Survivors include; two sons, Tom of Fort Wayne and Kevin E. (Cindy) of New Haven; daughter, Jill A. (Rick) Stonebraker of Fort Wayne; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren;...
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Judith (Judy) A. Niezer
October 7, 2018
Judith "Judy" A. Niezer, 72, passed away Sunday, October 7, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Judy volunteered at Bishop Luers High School, St. Joe Hospital, and the Northeast Indiana Radio Reading for the visually impaired. She was a woman of strong faith who enjoyed spending time with her family especially her three beloved grandchildren. She was an avid Chicago Cubs fan and enjoyed...
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Paul (Tony) A. Briner
October 6, 2018
Paul "Tony" A. Briner, 48, passed away Saturday, October 6, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Greenfield, IN, Tony worked as a diesel mechanic for Bell Equipment Services in Garrett, IN. He served honorably in the U.S. Navy and was a member of American Legion Post #330 New Haven being the Sergeant at Arms for the Legion Riders and Mad Anthony Hog Chapter. He enjoyed farming and riding his motorcycle....
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Mildred P. Yeoman
October 6, 2018
Mildred P. Yeoman, 89, went to be with the Lord, October 6, 2018 at Kingston Care of Fort Wayne. She was born October 17, 1928 in Denver, Indiana. Mildred was the daughter of the late Vern and Mary Hudson. She married Donald I. Yeoman on July 2, 1946. She worked at Yeoman's Service Center as the Secretary for many years and was a Homemaker. Mildred was a member of Trier Ridge Community Church of...
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Scott L. Brewer
October 6, 2018
Scott L. Brewer, 60, passed away Saturday, October 6, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Marion, IN, Scott worked as a City Arborist with the City of Carmel, IN for 10 years, retiring in 2010. He was a member of Fellowship Missionary Church, past president of Indiana Arborist Association, member of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, and was an alumni of Wabash College. He enjoyed poetry, photography, and...
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Darrell O. (Pal) Watson
October 6, 2018
Darrell O. "Pal" Watson, 84, passed away on October 6, 2018. Born January 20, 1934 in Garrett, Indiana, he was the son of the late Elmer and Olive Watson. Darrell served in the Navy from 1952 and retired in 1971. After retiring from the Navy he worked at Dana, Harvester and Advanced Machine Works. He enjoyed genealogy and has a vast collection of information. Surviving are his sons, Darrell E....
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John (Jack) W. Hayes III
October 6, 2018
John "Jack" W. Hayes III, age 80, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Jack was born on October 5, 1938 in Roanoke, VA to the late John W. Hayes Jr. and Esther Grace (Root) McClain. Jack graduated from Jefferson High School in Roanoke and then continued his education graduating from Virginia Tech majoring in Business. On September 3, 1960,...
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Harry D. Meads
October 6, 2018
Harry D. Meads, 95, passed away Saturday October 6, 2018 at his home in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Monroeville, IN to the late Ira and Alma Meads. He graduated from Central high school in 1941. Harry was a pilot US Army Air Corp veteran during WWII and retired as Lieutenant Colonel in the US Air Force reserves in 1972. Harry worked at General Electric for 44 years, until his retirement in...
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Brenda Lee Hockenberry Gahl
October 5, 2018
Brenda Lee Hockenberry Gahl, 61, passed away October 5, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Brenda had a strong love for her family. She is survived by her siblings; Richard (Sue) Hockenberry, Bill (Tina) Hockenberry, David (Laura) Hockenberry, Martha (Mel) DeFord, Betty (Terry) Davis, and Nathan (Sara) Hockenberry Sr., Nicole Hockenberry, aunt, Barbara Turner, uncle James Warner, and boyfriend, James Adams....
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Joann Paden
October 5, 2018
Joann Paden, 78 of Fort Wayne, IN passed October 5, 2018. She was born August 17, 1940 in Rushville, IN to the late Jean and Nellie (McDaniel) Reddick. Joann was a member of the Montpelier Church of Christ. She will be missed by her family and friends. Joann is survived by her sons, Tim (Sandra), Bob (Lori) Paden, grandchildren, James (Meghan), Jonathan (Calea), Joshua (Becca), Joseph (Katie)...
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Tom Biesiada
October 5, 2018
Born on February 25, 1925 in Washington Township, Allen County, Indiana, Tom was the son of Thomas and Ella (Bacon) Biesiada. He grew up in Fort Wayne and attended Central Catholic High School. In his senior year (1944) at the end of the football season and having been crowned "football king" at Central Catholic, Tom enlisted in the U.S. Navy. During the remainder of WWII, Tom served...
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Patricia S. Igney
October 5, 2018
Patricia S. Igney, age 77, died Friday October, 5, 2018 at Visiting Nurse of Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Paul and Elizabeth Igney. Patricia graduated from South Side High School in 1959. She work at GTE for 36 years and retired in 1995. After retirement she worked at Stuart Manufacturing for an additional six years. Patricia enjoyed watching movies, police shows,...
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Stella M. Wilson
October 5, 2018
Stella M. Wilson, 95, passed away Friday, October 5, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Pittston, PA, Stella graduated from Pittston High School. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church old Decatur Road, VFW Auxilliary #857, American Legion Post 82, Eagles Auxiliary 3512, and Teamsters Retirees Local 414. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. Surviving are her son, Kevin K (Stacey) Wilson of...
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Phyllis M. Barrand
October 4, 2018
Phyllis M. Barrand, 91, died peacefully in her home on Thursday, October 4, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Phyllis was a 1945 North Side High School graduate and a member of Rho Zeta Chi Sorority. She worked at G.C. Murphy for 42 years, retiring in 1985. She was a life-time member of Forest Park Methodist Church and. She was a loving caregiver to her mother and a dog lover. She...
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Lloyd William Schaper, Sr.
October 4, 2018
Lloyd William Schaper Sr., 70, passed away Thursday, October 4, 2018 at his home in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Lloyd worked as a maintenance technician at Holsum Bakery prior to retiring in 2013. He was also a active member of RWDSU. Lloyd enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. His hobbies included metal fabrication and woodworking, reading, playing solitaire and working...
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Susan K. Brown
October 4, 2018
Susan K. Brown, age 68, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at Coventry Meadows. Mrs. Brown was born on February 20, 1950 in Fort Wayne, IN to the late John Jesse Mock and Iona Marie (Brock) Mock. She graduated from Elmhurst High School and then continued her education at Fort Wayne Art Institute. Susan was a home maker and loving mother everyone. She was an artist and...
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Edward E. (Ted) Epps, Jr.
October 4, 2018
Edward E "Ted" Epps Jr. age 82 died at his home Thursday. October 4, 2018 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Patterson, NJ to the late Edward E. and Phyllis Epps Sr. Ted grew up in Villanova, PA and graduated from Radnor High School and the University of Kansas. He was a member of Grace Episcopal Church, Delta Chi Fraternity, ADS, Advertising Fraternity and was a US Army Veteran. Ted retired from...
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Margaret Ann Boerger
October 3, 2018
MARGARET ANN BOERGER, 76, passed away suddenly but peacefully on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018, at Georgetown Place. Born Sept. 26, 1942 in Decatur, she was a daughter of Otto L. and Emma (Schumm) Boerger. She was valedictorian of her graduating class at Monmouth High School and completed an R.N. degree from Parkview Methodist School of Nursing and B.S in Nursing from Indiana University. She retired in...
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Brenda G. Pence
October 3, 2018
Brenda G. Pence, 67, passed away Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at Parkview Hospital Randallia in Fort Wayne. Born in Battletown, Kentucky, Brenda worked with Parkview Hospital for 30 years. She never met a person she did not see the good in. Brenda found her true purpose on November 15, 1996 and again on November 1, 2004 when she officially became NaNa to Jalen and Nia. They are her world and in...
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Mike St. John II
October 3, 2018
MIKE ST. JOHN II, 97, of Fort Wayne, Ind., passed away Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018. Born May 15, 1921 in New Orleans, La., he was a son of the late Edward M. and Eugenie (Markey) St. John. He served his country proudly in World War II in the U.S. Army Air Corps as a pilot and over 20 years in the U.S. Air Force Reserve. He was retired from Dana Corp. as the Assistant Plant Manager after 36 years of...
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George Katsis
October 2, 2018
George Katsis, 90, passed away at home on Tuesday, October 2, 2018 after a battle with cancer. He was born in Nestorio, Kastoria, Greece on September 15, 1928 and immigrated to the United States in June 1967. He retired from B.F. Goodrich in Woodburn, IN. He served in the Greek army assigned to the mine sweeping division. He was a member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and the American...
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Pamela Fortier Amos
October 1, 2018
In Loving Memory of
Pamela Fortier Amos
Pamela was born October 4th, 1963 to the late Welton and Georgia Fortier.
She departed this world on October 1st, 2018
She leaves her husband Darryel Amos, son Darryel Jr. (DJ), and daughter Amber, all of Fort Wayne Indiana. Arrangements by Mungovan Simple Cremations and Funerals.
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Terry Lee Vance
October 1, 2018
Terry Lee Vance, 72, was ushered into the arms of Jesus on October 1, 2018. He was born on March 12, 1946 in Freeborn, Kentucky, the son of the late Homer and Virginia Vance.
Terry began playing music and singing at the age of 5 years old in the Pentecostal Church. He was raised by his Grandparents, and sharing music and church with them was one of his greatest memories.
Terry served in the...
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Margareta (Gerstner) Wristpus
October 1, 2018
Margareta (Gerstner) Wristpus, 80, of Fort Wayne, passed away surrounded by her loving daughters and family on October 1, 2018 at Parkview Hospital. She was born in Forchheim, Germany on March 12, 1938. She was married to her beloved husband, JT Wristpus, for 48 years before he preceded her to Heaven, on October 20, 2002. She loved to read German novels, romance novels, crocheting, gardening,...
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Dora Mae Allphin
October 1, 2018
Dora Mae Allphin, 87, passed away Monday, October 1, 2018 at Coventry Meadows in Fort Wayne. She was born in DeMossville, KY, to the late William F. and Clara Mae Kidwell. Dora was a loving wife mother, grand and great grandmother. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, and needlework. Dora was a member of the Eastern Star. Surviving are her children, Allan A. (Lisa) Allphin of Fort Wayne, IN; Roxanne ...
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Thomas C. Neuman
October 1, 2018
Thomas C. Neuman, 83, passed away Monday, October 1, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Thomas was a graduate of Central Catholic High School. He was a member of Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church, Police Athletic League, and IHSAA, officiating 30 plus years for football and basketball and serving as an observer for over 10 years for high school and college football and basketball. He...
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Donald Eugene Ahr
October 1, 2018
Donald Eugene Ahr, 77, passed away on October 1, 2018. He was born in Decatur, IN on September 6, 1941, the son of the late Frederick and Marie Ahr.
Don married Mary Lou Ahr on December 24, 1982. He was a charter member along with his wife of Resurrection Lutheran Church in Ft. Wayne, IN. Don used to enjoy bowling, golfing and model railroading, and currently model ship building.
He worked as...
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Robert E. Gensheimer
September 30, 2018
Robert E. Gensheimer, 82, passed away Sunday, September 30, 2018 surrounded by family. Born in Bloomington, IL, Bob worked for Stauffer Homes for over 30 years then worked with his son for their own company, Gensheimer Construction until his retirement. He enjoyed White Sox Baseball, camping, traveling, and country music. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Maurine; children, David Gensheimer...
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Phillip D. Stackhouse
September 30, 2018
Phillip D. Stackhouse, 71, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Sunday, September 30, 2018 at Lutheran Hospital. Phil was born on June 30, 1947 in Kendallville, IN to the late Albert and Josephine (Fifer) Stackhouse. He was a graduate of North Side High School. Phil retired from GE/BAE after 49 years of service. He was a lifelong union member and longtime Trustee. He was a hot rod car...
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Lura L. (Hall) Pfeiffer
September 30, 2018
Lura L. (Hall) Pfeiffer, 107, passed away Sunday, September 30, 2018 at Golden Years Homestead in Fort Wayne. Born in Leo, IN, Lura worked as an inspector with Wayne Knitting Mills for 25 years, retiring in 1960. She loved music and loved to dance. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. Lura was preceded in death by spouse of 60 years, Melvin Pfeiffer; parents, William and Frances Hall; and...
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Daniel F. Lamping
September 29, 2018
Lamping — Daniel F. Lamping, 90 passed away Saturday, September 29 in Ft. Wayne, IN with his family around him. Born January 13, 1928 in Joliet, IL, Dan was a Korean Veteran. He worked many years as a auto mechanic in his own shop and later was engaged in farming. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Marjory, three...
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Ruthie J. Groves
September 29, 2018
Ruthie J. Groves, 86 of Fort Wayne, IN passed away September 29, 2018. She was a Teacher for the Fort Wayne Community Schools for 42 years retiring in 2004. Ruthie was a graduate of Central High School and St. Francis College. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Ruthie is preceded in death by her parents, Vernon Ray and Ruth (Tigges) Castle, and her husband, James K. Groves....
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John Kevin McMahon
September 29, 2018
John Kevin McMahon, 74, passed away peacefully at home on September 29, 2018.He was born in Indianapolis, IN on October 17, 1943, the son of the late Henry and Irene McMahon. He obtained his Master's Degree from Purdue University. John was a member of the American Institute of Industrial Engineers, Society of Manufacturing Engineering, Knights of Columbus Council 451, St. Vincent De Paul Society,...
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Josephine R. Moralez
September 28, 2018
Josephine R. (Moralez) Alegria, 48 of Fort Wayne, IN passed away September 28, 2018. She is survived husband, Raul Alergia, children, Raul, Maria, Raymond Alegria, Esperanza Moralez, mother, Hortencia (Ramos) Moralez, brothers, Jesus, Benny Moralez , and sisters Guadalupe Moralez, , Frances Moralez Baez. Josephine is preceded in death by her father, Benito CH. Moralez and her daughter, Frances...
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Mark Mulqueeney Suedhoff
September 28, 2018
Mark Mulqueeney Suedhoff, died at home Friday, September 28, 2018 following a lengthy battle with cancer. With the exception of brief residences in St. Petersburg, FL. And Seattle, WA., Mark's life was spent in Fort Wayne. His education locally was entirely at Homestead grade and high schools. Graduating in 1980, he continued his education at Indiana University, Bloomington, where he earned a...
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Barbara J. Mackey
September 28, 2018
Barbara J. Mackey, Fort Wayne, Indiana, 86, passed away Friday September 28, 2018, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. She was born in Lowell, Indiana to the late Leo and Ruth (Turner) Dierks. She retired from Lincoln Financial Group in 1992 after 37 years of service. She married James C. Mackey, August 6, 1955, who preceded her in death in 1991. Surviving are her sisters Dee Wagner, Columbus,...
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Constance M. (Connie) Zollars
September 28, 2018
Constance M. "Connie" Zollars, 95, passed away September 28, 2018 at Heritage Pointe, Huntington, IN. She was born July 24, 1923 to the late Clarence and Grace Marie (Snouffer) Hirschy in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was a graduate of South Side High School. Connie worked in the Business Office of Fort Wayne Community Schools for 17 years before retiring in 1985. She was a member of Covenant...
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Janice A. Moyer
September 27, 2018
Janice A. Moyer, 82, passed away on September 27, 2018. She was born in Fort Wayne on September 23, 1936, the daughter of the late Arthur and Ruth Hyser.
She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Donald J. Moyer; sons, James Moyer, Arthur Moyerl; daughter, Gayle Rigsby; special daughters, Peggy Bratt, and Rita Roach.
Arrangements entrusted in to the care of D.O. McComb and Sons Covington...
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Earl Landis
September 27, 2018
Earl Landis, 91, passed away surrounded by family, September 27, 2018. Earl served during World War II as a Seaman First Class in the United States Navy. He then worked for Essex Wire for 36 years before retiring in 1982. Earl and his wife, Doris, retired early so they could enjoy travelling and antiquing. They spent their winters in Texas for many years. Earl is survived by children, Theresa...
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Doris G. Bailey
September 26, 2018
Doris G. Bailey, 98, passed away Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at St. Anne Home and Retirement Community in Fort Wayne. Born in Ann Arbor, MI, Doris worked as a secretary with her family's milk delivery service for 21 years. She was a member of Crescent Avenue United Methodist Church, Order of the Eastern Star, and Beta Sigma Phi. Surviving are her children Fred (Sonja) Bailey of Fort Wayne,...
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Charles James Maydwell, Jr.
September 26, 2018
Charles James Maydwell, Jr., 67, passed away September 26, 2018, at Heritage Park Nursing Home. He was born in Ft Wayne to the late Charles and Elizabeth (Stokes) Maydwell. Surviving are sons Charles and Landiran Maydwell; 6 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother Loveless Maydwell. Funeral service 2:00pm Friday, October 5, 2018 at Mungovan Simple Funeral & Cremation Service 2114...
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Carolyn A. Loshe
September 26, 2018
Carolyn A. Loshe, 84, passed away on September 26, 2018 at Ossian Health and Rehab. She was born on December 2, 1933 in Fort Wayne, IN. Carolyn attended South Side High School. She married the love of her life, Donald and spent 60 years together before his passing. Carolyn's favorite game was a dice game called "Shut the Box," she also loved playing board games with her husband while he was...
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David Stephenson
September 26, 2018
David Stephenson, 69, died quietly in his sleep at his home in West Central neighborhood on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 . He is survived by his 3 brothers; nieces and nephews. Memorial service to be determined at a later date. There are no services at this time per David's request. Arrangements entrusted to the care of D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home.
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Jane McKay Deister
September 26, 2018
Jane McKay Deister, age 87, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, September 26, 2018. Born July 30, 1931, in Fort Wayne, Jane graduated from South Side High School in 1949 and then attended Northwestern University. After the death of her mother, she continued her education graduating from Babson College in Florida.
After graduation, Jane became a buyer...
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Nancy Elizabeth Hann
September 25, 2018
Nancy Elizabeth Hann, 78, of Fort Wayne, IN entered eternal life on September 25, 2018, with family by her side. She was born in Seattle, WA to the late William M. and Martha (Oatey) Dow. Nancy was a retired Special Education Teacher and a member of the P.E.O. Sisterhood, Chapter BZ. She loved many things in life, but none more than her family. She was loving, caring, kind, intelligent,...
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Phyllis M. Mead
September 25, 2018
Phyllis M. Mead, 90, was reunited with her family and her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 25, 2018. She was born on November 23, 1927 in Goshen, IN to the late Paul and Eva Eaton. She retired from school teaching in 1986. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her great joy. She is survived by her children, Rev. Daniel (Alice) Mead, Stephen (Marge) Mead, Elizabeth (Stephen)...
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Ronald L. Kaiser
September 25, 2018
Ronald L. Kaiser, 82, passed away on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at Heritage Park. Mr. Kaiser was born on July 20, 1936 in Columbus, OH and grew up in Springfield, OH and Fort Wayne, IN. Ron served his country honorably in Tokyo, Japan during the Korean War with the United States Air Force. He was an employee at Coliseum Montgomery Ward and Harris Kayot. Ron was also self-employed as an...
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Ernest (Ernie) Walter
September 24, 2018
Ernest "Ernie" Walter, 88 of Fort Wayne, IN passed away September 24, 2018. Ernie was born to the late Adolph and Anna (Muller) Walter in Fort Wayne, Indiana on February 23, 1930. Ernie graduated in 1948 from Central Catholic High School and joined the Marine Corp where he saw action in the Korean War. Upon Ernie's return from the war he married Marian Minnick February 16, 1952, whom she...
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Richard W. Jones
September 24, 2018
Richard W. Jones, age 77, passed away on September 24, 2018 in Fort Wayne. He was born on March 24, 1941. He enjoyed playing cards and going to American Legion 241 and the eagles 248. He retired from International Harvester after 30 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Connie R. Jones, brother; James and Melony Robertson, son; Richard Dean Jones, daughter; Pamela Jones,...
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Fredric C. Mizner
September 24, 2018
Fredric C. Mizner, 71 of Fort Wayne, IN passed away September 24, 2018. He was a Train Dispatcher for the Norfolk Southern Railroad for 32 years retiring in 2007. Fredric served his country proudly in the U S Army 1967-1969. He was a member of Bellevue, Ohio Masonic Lodge #273 F & AM where he served as Master in 1986. Fredric was also a member of the VFW and enjoyed his family, golf and...
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Loretta Barnes
September 24, 2018
Loretta Barnes, 93, passed away on September 24, 2018. She was born on February 21, 1925 in Middlesboro Kentucky, the daughter of the late Thomas and Bessie Mae Gray. She was married to Leo A Barnes and worked as a Nurse's Aide at St. Anne's Nursing Home until her retirement in 1996. She was a collector of dolls and various keepsakes. She is survived by her son, Mike (Twila) Barnes; grandchildren...
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Kathleen B. Beckman
September 22, 2018
Kathleen B. Beckman, 102, passed away Saturday, September 22, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Kathleen was a homemaker and worked for G.E. and Wayne Candies. She was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church. Surviving are her son Dennis Charles Angelohim; granddaughter Michelle Denise Beckman. Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband Charles H. Beckman. Funeral Service 10:00a.m...
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Janet Marie Love
September 21, 2018
Janet Marie Love, 76, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, September 21, 2018 after a long illness. A lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, she was born March 18, 1942 to Leo and Esther (Roussey) Houser. She was a 1960 graduate of Central Catholic High School and worked in data processing at Peoples Trust Bank for 23 years. She married Richard Love on June 17, 1972. She enjoyed music, playing...
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Frederick R. Dillon
September 20, 2018
Frederick R. Dillon, 72, passed away on September 20, 2018 in his home in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Gary, IN on September 15, 1946 to the late James and Effie Dillon. Frederick graduated from Gary Roosevelt High School. Before being drafted in to the US Army he was attending Miles College in Birmingham, Alabama. After serving he then returned to Gary Indiana and worked at U.S. Steele in Gary...
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Beulah G. Neff
September 20, 2018
Beulah G. Neff, 91, Shipshewana, formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away at 6:36 pm Thursday, September 20, 2018 at Life Care Center of LaGrange, IN. She was born September 24, 1926 near Shipshewana to John S. and Delcie Miller. She was married September 28, 1963 to Marvin J. Neff in Fort Wayne. He preceded her in death May 11, 2009. She graduated from Parkview Methodist School of Nursing in Fort...
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Courtney Marie Ertel-Brown
September 20, 2018
Courtney Marie Ertel-Brown, 24, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018 in New Haven, IN. She was born in Fort Wayne, IN to Todd Ertel and Shawna Gunder. Courtney was a graduate of New Haven High School. Always being a hard worker, she worked through high school at Golden Years Nursing Home. Most recently, she worked with WaterFurnace International. Courtney was a devoted mother and loved...
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Michael D. (Mike) Mays
September 19, 2018
Michael D. "Mike" Mays, 52 of Fort Wayne, IN passed away September 19, 2018. He was born January 7, 1966, the son of George and Shelby Jean (Shackels) Mays. Mike enjoyed working on cars and going to car shows. He is survived by his mother, Shelby Jean Mays, his siblings, Latisa (Scott) Guest, Steven (Sherry) Mays, Tammie Mays, Christine Biltz, niece and nephews, Jason, Phillip, Amber, Dylan and...
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Ronald G. Evans
September 19, 2018
Ronald G. Evans, 69, passed away at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Arrangements by Mungovan Simple Cremations & Funerals, 2114 S. Calhoun St.
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Julia E. Schulz
September 19, 2018
Julia E. Schulz, 89, passed away Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at Parkview Hospital Randallia in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Marion Township, near Hoagland, IN, to the late Oscar and Anna Doctor. Julia was a homemaker and loved caring for her family. She was one of the original members of Gethsemane Lutheran Church. Julia was also a member of the Appleseed Quilters Guild, and Patchwork...
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Audrey Marscell Sloffer
September 19, 2018
Audrey Marscell Sloffer, 101, passed away on to her heavenly home with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at Sacred Heart Home in Avilla. She was born on January 29, 1917 at her home in Huntertown, IN. She was an active member of Huntertown United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women. Surviving are her daughter, Charlotte Klerner of Fort Wayne; sons, Danford (Jean)...
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Deborah Jo Arnold Pickett
September 18, 2018
Deborah Jo Arnold Pickett, 69, of Fort Wayne died Tuesday at home.
This Fort Wayne native was a graduate of North Side High School of 1966. She was former employee at Lincoln National Life Insurance Co. and ran a home day care service for over 30 years. She volunteered for the American Heart Association. She was a tireless homemaker, loving mother and grandmother, and support to all her family....
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Suzanne Klug
September 17, 2018
Suzanne Klug, 73, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, September 17, 2018 at her residence. Mrs. Klug was born on June 28, 1945 in Fort Wayne, to the late Bernard and Virginia Franklin. Suzanne graduated from North Side High School in Fort Wayne. In May of 1978, she married the love of her life Robert G. Klug in Fort Wayne. Suzanne was a homemaker and loved spending time with her family,...
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Rebecca (Becki) Skaggs
September 17, 2018
Rebecca "Becki" Skaggs, 27, passed away September 17, 2018. She was born in Naperville, IL. Becki loved music and writing poetry. She is survived by her father, Gregory Skaggs Sr., brothers, Gregory (Alissia) Skaggs Jr. and Jack Skaggs, nephews, William Skaggs and Gregory Skaggs III, niece, Aubrie Skaggs, lifelong friend, Kasey Hamilton as well as Kasey's children Eli and Ella. Funeral Service...
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Roselyn Reed (Fritzie) Westenfeld
September 17, 2018
Roselyn Reed "Fritzie" Westenfeld passed away on Monday, September 17, 2018 at Parkview Home Hospice. She was born in Milwaukee, WI on June 14th, 1931. Her grandfather, a German immigrant, felt that the name Roselyn was too long and nicknamed her Fritzie. She attended South Side High School, graduating with honors and on a snowy Easter Sunday, April 9, 1950, she married Garry Westenfeld. They...
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April L. Fox-Hogle
September 14, 2018
April L. Fox-Hogle, 37, passed away Friday, September 14, 2018 in Whiting, IN. Born in Fort Wayne, April loved her four children and her family. Surviving are her children, Andrew (McKenna) Fox, Skyler (Courtney) Hogle, Elizabeth Hogle, and Isabelle Hogle; mother Christi Goble; grandchildren, Carson Fox and McKaylyn Fox; siblings, Leah (Adrian) Dennis, Faun Terry, and Clinton (Dolores) Goble....
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Bernard Francis (Bernie) Szuhaj
September 14, 2018
Dr. Bernard Francis ("Bernie") Szuhaj passed away surrounded by his sons at Parkview Regional Hospital on September 14, 2018 in Fort Wayne, Indiana at the age of 75. Bernie is survived by his wife of 53 years, Carole Ann Szuhaj (née Brady), his brother and sister, Theodore Szuhaj, Jr. and Sylvia Reed (née Szuhaj), his sons, Matthew, Timothy and Bernard Szuhaj, his daughters-in-law, Suzanne...
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Linda Lu Patrick Hickox McCreary
September 13, 2018
Linda Lu Patrick Hickox McCreary passed on September 13, 2018. Known as Louie, she was born on November 5, 1937 to the late Delma Clarence Patrick and Hilda McCain Patrick, in Parker City, Indiana. The family moved to Auburn, Indiana shortly after. Louie was a 1955 graduate of Auburn High School. Louie started working in the Ft. Wayne Memorial Coliseum ticket sales office in 1982 and retired as...
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Edward B. (Eddie) Anderson, Jr.
September 13, 2018
Edward B. "Eddie" Anderson, Jr., 59 of Pleasant Lake, IN passed away September 13, 2018. Eddie was in Machine Maintenance for Nucor Fastener in St. Joe, IN for over 30 years. He proudly served his country in the U. S. Army Reserves during Desert Storm. Eddie loved spending time with his family and enjoyed the outdoors whether it was fishing, hunting or camping. He earned the highest rank of...
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Brenda D. Caprioni
September 13, 2018
Brenda D. Caprioni, 67, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, September 13, 2018 at her residence. Unable to do surgery to remove her stomach with a leiomyosarocma cancer stomach mass. Because of compilations of blood clots in her aorta and both lungs an Mrs. Caprioni was born on December 7, 1950 in Marion, OH. She graduated from Harding High School in Marion, OH. She worked in assembly for...
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Myron R. Carrier
September 12, 2018
Myron R. Carrier, 92, of Fremont, IN passed away on Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at his residence. Mr. Carrier was born on March 8, 1926 in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Albert J. and Flossie I. (Bell) Carrier. He graduated from Central High School in Fort Wayne and later attended IPFW. Myron served his country honorably with the United States Indiana State Guard. On May 26, 1945, Myron married...
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