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Terry E. VanCamp, 80, of Fort Wayne died, Thursday June 1, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving wife of 59 years and four children. Terry was born August 13, 1942 in Fort Wayne to the late Harold and Bertha VanCamp. He was a member of St Jude Catholic Church. He graduated from North Side High School and was a Wire Tech at GE for 36 years. He enjoyed all sports especially football, baseball and Komet Hockey. He loved attending his children and grandchildren's sporting events.
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Terry E. VanCamp, 80, of Fort Wayne died, Thursday June 1, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving wife of 59 years and four children. Terry was born August 13, 1942 in Fort Wayne to the late Harold...
Tertuliano Giraldo Fort Wayne
Tertuliano “Terry” Giraldo, 81, died on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at the Saint Anne Retirement Community in Fort Wayne, IN after a two-year fight with pancreatic cancer. He is survived by his wife Marcia (Beckman); his children, Mauricio and Lucy; and many siblings and family members in Colombia, South America. Tertuliano was born in Marulanda, Colombia on October 31, 1941, to a large farming family, and was the son of Baudilio and Isabel Giraldo. The fifth of twelve...
Tertuliano “Terry” Giraldo, 81, died on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at the Saint Anne Retirement Community in Fort Wayne, IN after a two-year fight with pancreatic cancer. He is survived...
Geraldine “Gerry” Ann James was born on December 20, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Carl and Anna Eppich. After high school, she would meet Walter “Bud” James and then on September 25th, 1965, they would marry. They would enjoy over 57 years of marriage together. They began a life-long journey together, establishing a home for themselves in North Olmsted, Ohio as well as being blessed with four children; Denise, Stephen, Craig, and...
Geraldine “Gerry” Ann James was born on December 20, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Carl and Anna Eppich. After high school, she would meet Walter “Bud” James...
Raymond Keelan Fort Wayne
Raymond D. Keelan, 90, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, May 29,2023. Ray was born in the New Jersey shore town of Union Beach on December 24, 1932, but he spent most of his life here, in his beloved Indiana. He was a U.S. Air Force Korean War Veteran, having served most of his four-year enlistment as an electronics instructor stationed at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, MS. Ray received his Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from Montana State...
Raymond D. Keelan, 90, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, May 29,2023. Ray was born in the New Jersey shore town of Union Beach on December 24, 1932, but he spent most of his life here,...
Ned Baumgartner Fort Wayne
Ned Baumgartner, 81, of Fort Wayne, died Saturday May 27, 2023 in his residence. Born on October 4, 1941, the son of (the late) Dale and Helen Pauline (Acker) Baumgartner, Ned grew up in Decatur and graduated from Decatur High School with the Class of ’59. After a short time at Ball State University, his zeal for figuring out how things worked and his tenacious talents for fixing most anything led to an apprenticeship and numerous years as a plumber for Industrial Piping &...
Ned Baumgartner, 81, of Fort Wayne, died Saturday May 27, 2023 in his residence. Born on October 4, 1941, the son of (the late) Dale and Helen Pauline (Acker) Baumgartner, Ned grew up in Decatur...
Fredrick "Rick" Cartwright Fort Wayne, Indiana
Fredrick E. Cartwright (Rick) passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023, surrounded by loved ones in the comfort of his own home, after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Bath, North Carolina, Rick graduated from Bath High School in 1969 before departing the coastal town to pursue his passion for drawing and art. He moved to Fort Wayne in 1975 after earning his bachelor’s degree in Art Education from then Pembroke State University (University of North Carolina at Pembroke)...
Fredrick E. Cartwright (Rick) passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023, surrounded by loved ones in the comfort of his own home, after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Bath, North...
Pat Whetstone Columbia City
Patricia M. Whetstone, 79, of Columbia City, died Wednesday May 24, 2023, at Oak Pointe Assisted Living. Pat was born in LaPorte on March 16, 1944, the daughter of (the late) Adam and Doris (Hurley) Rowe. She married Larry Whetstone on November 23, 1971, and he preceded her in death on February 15, 2023 after 51 years of marriage. Pat attended Columbia City United Methodist Church and was the co-founder of their family business, Whetstone Electric, where she retired as the CFO. She was a...
Patricia M. Whetstone, 79, of Columbia City, died Wednesday May 24, 2023, at Oak Pointe Assisted Living. Pat was born in LaPorte on March 16, 1944, the daughter of (the late) Adam and Doris...
Sharon Surine Fort Wayne, Indiana
Sharon Surine, 89, of Fort Wayne, died Monday, May 22, 2023 at Saint Anne’s Home in Fort Wayne. Sharon was born on March 31, 1934 in Fort Wayne and was the daughter of the late Paul and Gladys Phillips. She was a graduate of Central Catholic High School and a member of Saint Therese Catholic Church. She was a loving and caring mother and grandmother; and enjoyed spending time with her family. Sharon is survived by daughters, Ann Budenz of Fort Wayne and Angela Shifflet of Toledo, Ohio;...
Sharon Surine, 89, of Fort Wayne, died Monday, May 22, 2023 at Saint Anne’s Home in Fort Wayne. Sharon was born on March 31, 1934 in Fort Wayne and was the daughter of the late Paul and...
Denny Renier Crooked Lake
Dennis J. Renier, 80, of Crooked Lake in Angola, and formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 21, 2023, in Hospice Care at Parkview Randallia Hospital. Denny was born in Fort Wayne on October 29, 1942 to (the late) Bernard O. and M. Eileen (Gerardot) Renier. He graduated from New Haven High School with the Class of ’61 and in 2019 was inducted into the New Haven Athletic Hall of Fame for his participation in the 1960 Cross Country team. Sports played a huge role...
Dennis J. Renier, 80, of Crooked Lake in Angola, and formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 21, 2023, in Hospice Care at Parkview Randallia Hospital. Denny was born in Fort...
Philip J. Huizing, 94, of Fort Wayne passed away peacefully at home on May 17, 2023. Philip (Opa) was born May 17, 1929 in Hilversum, Netherlands and came to America in 1954. He was a chef at The Van Orman Hotel, Zoli's Restaurant and Ramada Inn, all in Fort Wayne. He is survived by daughters, Jennifer (Kirk) Rice, Elissa (Anthony) Wittwer and Katrina (Jeff) Hays, sons, Philip (Jennifer) Huizing and John Huizing. Philip has three surviving siblings Hans, Elle and Steven...
Philip J. Huizing, 94, of Fort Wayne passed away peacefully at home on May 17, 2023. Philip (Opa) was born May 17, 1929 in Hilversum, Netherlands and came to America in 1954. He was a chef at The...
Brian Knipscheer Fort Wayne
Brian Knipscheer, age 50, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. He was born on August 24, 1972, in Worcester, MA and grew up in West Boyleston, MA. After graduating high school, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and honorably served his country for four years. After his military service, Brian attended IPFW and earned a bachelor’s degree in business and accounting from Indiana University. On June 22, 1996, he married the love of his...
Brian Knipscheer, age 50, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. He was born on August 24, 1972, in Worcester, MA and grew up in West Boyleston, MA. After graduating high...
Dolores Ehinger Fort Wayne
Dolores J. Ehinger, 94, died peacefully on Mother’s Day, Sunday May 14, 2023, at Lutheran Life Villages, where she went to be with her beloved husband of 72 years, Maurice. She was born March 12, 1929, to the late Albert and Lorraine (Smith) Timme. She graduated from Central Catholic High School where she met her high school sweetheart, Maurice Ehinger, who preceded her in death on April 5, 2020, at the age of 93. She was a homemaker and dedicated wife and grandmother. She also...
Dolores J. Ehinger, 94, died peacefully on Mother’s Day, Sunday May 14, 2023, at Lutheran Life Villages, where she went to be with her beloved husband of 72 years, Maurice. She was...
Jody Schowe Fort Wayne
Mary Josephine “Jody” Schowe, 102, of Fort Wayne, died Sunday May 14, 2023 at the Towne House Retirement Center. Jody was born in Fort Wayne on September 23, 1920, the daughter of (the late) Harry and Elizabeth (Nassenstein) Weigand. Her first husband, Bernard Kelker, preceded her in death in 1975; she married Robert Schowe in 2001 and he survives. Jody was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church for many years and currently of St. Vincent DePaul Parish. She formerly worked as a...
Mary Josephine “Jody” Schowe, 102, of Fort Wayne, died Sunday May 14, 2023 at the Towne House Retirement Center. Jody was born in Fort Wayne on September 23, 1920, the daughter of (the...
James Griffith Fort Wayne
James Brandt Griffith, 102, of Fort Wayne, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023. He was born in Fort Wayne on April 11, 1921, the son of Lauren and Theresa Griffith. He was preceded in death by his brothers: John, Larry, Neil, Donald and Thomas Griffith, along with his sisters Virginia Hannum and Sister Mary Richard Griffith. James loved his siblings and his large extended family. He was an IU Basketball and Notre Dame football fan. He had a great love of music, was an avid...
James Brandt Griffith, 102, of Fort Wayne, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023. He was born in Fort Wayne on April 11, 1921, the son of Lauren and Theresa Griffith. He was preceded in death...
Madelane Bender Fort Wayne
Madelane (Brydels) Bender beloved wife, mother and grandmother died Friday, May 12, 2023 at St. Anne Home surrounded by family, and the caring staff at St. Anne's and Hospice. She was very loved and will be missed dearly. She was 94 years old.
A fantastic cook and baker, Madelane was born on March 10, 1929 in Alexandria, LA to Blondena and Jules Brydels.
In 1952, Madelane met Bob Bender, stationed at Alexandria Air Force Base. They were married on Feb 14, Valentines Day, 1953....
Madelane (Brydels) Bender beloved wife, mother and grandmother died Friday, May 12, 2023 at St. Anne Home surrounded by family, and the caring staff at St. Anne's and Hospice. She was very...
Diane Burch Fort Wayne, Indiana
Diane (Schoenle) Burch, 79, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on May 12, 2023. Born November 16, 1943, Diane was the daughter of the late Paul and Donna Schoenle. Diane married the love of her life, Jerry Morris Burch, her surviving husband of 51 years. She retired from banking and finance in 2013. Diane was an active member of St. Jude Catholic Church and St. Vincent DePaul Society. She volunteered at Parkview Hospital and St. Anne’s Retirement Home. Diane never said...
Diane (Schoenle) Burch, 79, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on May 12, 2023. Born November 16, 1943, Diane was the daughter of the late Paul and Donna Schoenle. Diane married the...
George Sowles New Haven
George C. Sowles III, 67, of New Haven, died Friday May 12, 2023 at Parkview Randallia Hospital. He was born in Fort Wayne on November 2, 1955, the son of (the late) George C. Sowles, Jr. and Kathryn (Oakley) Sowles Mason. George married Diana (Cain) Sowles on November 30, 1985 in St. James Lutheran Church; she survives after 37 years of marriage. George was employed by the City of New Haven in the Utilities Dept. George was an avid sports fan; he especially enjoyed NASCAR and Colts...
George C. Sowles III, 67, of New Haven, died Friday May 12, 2023 at Parkview Randallia Hospital. He was born in Fort Wayne on November 2, 1955, the son of (the late) George C. Sowles, Jr. and...
Jeffrey Stineburg Fort Wayne, Indiana
“Another great day in paradise, just wish I was there,” Jeffrey Stineburg of Fort Wayne, IN often said. Well, on Friday, May 12, 2023, Jeff’s wish came true when, after 80 beautiful years, he passed from this life to take his place in Paradise. Jeff was born on October 19, 1942 in Lafayette, IN to Charles Robert Stineburg and Ruth Ann Pilotte. Stories of his youth conjure up images of a boy full of wonder and imagination, but also a bit of a rascal, clever and defiant. He...
“Another great day in paradise, just wish I was there,” Jeffrey Stineburg of Fort Wayne, IN often said. Well, on Friday, May 12, 2023, Jeff’s wish came true when, after 80...
Joan Feichter Fort Wayne
Joan Marie Feichter, age 88, of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, died peacefully on May 11, 2023. She was born on October 19, 1934, in Elkhart County, Indiana, the daughter of Bernard and Dorothy (Stove) Gausepohl. She was a homemaker and member of St. Jude Catholic Church in Ft. Wayne. Joan also lived for periods of her adult life in Rockford, Ohio and Chino, California with her children. Joan was a volunteer with the Girl Scouts of Limberlost Council in Ft. Wayne for over 25 years, serving as cookie...
Joan Marie Feichter, age 88, of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, died peacefully on May 11, 2023. She was born on October 19, 1934, in Elkhart County, Indiana, the daughter of Bernard and Dorothy (Stove)...
Gail Huneck Fort Wayne, Indiana
Gail Huneck, 88, of Fort Wayne, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023 at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born on March 11, 1935 in Norwood, MA to the late Raymond and Grace (MacBride) Rafuse Sr. On September 5, 1959, in Marion, she married Robert Huneck. Mrs. Huneck was a volunteer for the American Red Cross and Dove’s Nest. She was a member of Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church in Fort Wayne. Gail enjoyed sewing, crafting, reading, and playing cards. Surviving are...
Gail Huneck, 88, of Fort Wayne, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023 at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born on March 11, 1935 in Norwood, MA to the late Raymond and Grace...
Bree Jackson Fort Wayne
Sunrise 8-1-1981, Sunset 5-9-2023 Bree Lynn Williams Jackson, 41 was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on August 1, 1981, to Tracy M. Williams I and Denise Williams. Bree departed this life among family and loved ones, on May 9, 2023.
Bree married Jarvis Jackson and to that union was born three sons Jarvis II, Allen, and Jalen.
A 2005 graduate of Cornerstone Christian Bible College Second Chance Program under the tutelage of Dr. Oscar J. Nelson Dowdell-Underwood Jr. she received her...
Sunrise 8-1-1981, Sunset 5-9-2023 Bree Lynn Williams Jackson, 41 was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on August 1, 1981, to Tracy M. Williams I and Denise Williams. Bree departed this life...
Mary Baldus Fort Wayne
Mary Patricia Baldus, 89, of Fort Wayne, entered our Lord’s eternal embrace on May 8th, 2023. She was born July 5th, 1933, in Ellicottville, NY, a tiny ski village in the foothills of the Allegany Mountains. She was a graduate of Villa Maria College in Erie, PA, Magna Cum Laude, with a B.S. in Home Economics. She then taught high school for four years in Euclid, OH. She married Hugh Joseph Baldus in 1959, and they resided in Fort Wayne, IN. Later in life, they...
Mary Patricia Baldus, 89, of Fort Wayne, entered our Lord’s eternal embrace on May 8th, 2023. She was born July 5th, 1933, in Ellicottville, NY, a tiny ski village in the foothills of the...
Dorothy Harber Fort Wayne
Dorothy “Dottie” Harber, age 82, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at BrightStar Senior Living. Born on November 14, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Doris Elliott. Dottie married Donald Harber Sr. on March 21, 1958, and together they built a life in Fort Wayne and watched their family grow for 56 years. Donald passed in 2013, and Dottie was his devoted caregiver until the end. She worked as a rural mail carrier...
Dorothy “Dottie” Harber, age 82, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at BrightStar Senior Living. Born on November 14, 1940, she was the daughter of the late...
Jay Alan Herbert Leonard, 61, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023. He was surrounded & filled with the love of his wife, two children & their spouses, both of his brothers, niece & nephew, and life-long best friend.
Jay was raised in New Haven, Indiana. He was the middle of three sons of James (Jim) & Janet Leonard. His brother James (Jim Jr.), 67, who currently resides in Los Angeles, California and younger brother Jon, 57, who currently resides in...
Jay Alan Herbert Leonard, 61, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023. He was surrounded & filled with the love of his wife, two children & their spouses, both of his brothers,...
James Kelker Fort Wayne
James “Jim” Kelker, age 81, of Fort Wayne, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Born on September 20, 1941, he was the son of the late Edward and Maxine (Baker) Kelker. Jim was a 1959 graduate of Central Catholic High School in Fort Wayne. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy and proudly served for two years as a Fire Control Technician. He met the love of his life, Marilyn (Groves) while at a snow ski club, and together,...
James “Jim” Kelker, age 81, of Fort Wayne, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Born on September 20, 1941, he was the son of the late Edward and Maxine (Baker)...
Dominick Bencivengo Jr., 76, of New Haven died May 2, 2023, at Parkview Randallia, Fort Wayne. Dominick was born October 30, 1946, in Dover, New Jersey, to the late Dominick Bencivengo, Sr and Emily (Winch) Bencivengo. He married Mary Tippman, June 24, 2022, who survives. He was a member of a Bowling league, worked for the Exxon Corporation for 30 years. He graduated from Netcong High school in Netcong, New Jersey His hobbies are wine making, gardening, and dancing. ...
Dominick Bencivengo Jr., 76, of New Haven died May 2, 2023, at Parkview Randallia, Fort Wayne. Dominick was born October 30, 1946, in Dover, New Jersey, to the late Dominick Bencivengo, Sr and...
Irene Dotson Fort Wayne
Sunrise May 21, 1942
Sunset May 2, 2023,
Irene Catherine (White) Dotson was born on May 21, 1942, in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Harry and Roberta White. She departed this life on Tuesday May 2, 2023, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Rene, as she was affectionately known, accepted Christ at a young age. In 1978, Irene joined Kings Chapel Assembly under the leadership of Elder Hobart Gregg. Irene loved coming to church and praising the Lord.
In 1958, Irene married Robert...
Sunrise May 21, 1942
Sunset May 2, 2023,
Irene Catherine (White) Dotson was born on May 21, 1942, in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Harry and Roberta White. She departed this life on...
Linda Joy Mattes, 79, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2023. A long-time resident of Fort Wayne and most recently a resident of Chicago, IL and Westfield, IN, she was born to George and Ellen Jaap. Linda was a 1962 graduate of Central Catholic High School.
Linda was an active member of the catholic church and parishioner at St. Charles Borromeo, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, and Old St. Mary’s (Chicago). Linda enjoyed art, antiques, gardening, reading, and...
Linda Joy Mattes, 79, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2023. A long-time resident of Fort Wayne and most recently a resident of Chicago, IL and Westfield, IN, she was born to George and...
Thomas Miller New Haven
Thomas Miller, 83, of New Haven died April 30, 2023, in New Haven, surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born October 9, 1939, in Boomer, West Virginia, to the late Clyde E. and Sarah (Canterbury) Miller. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church Woodburn, where his faith was so very important to him. He retired from International Harvester as a sales engineer, after 35 years of service. Tom loved spending time with his family and friends, golfing and grilling. Tom is survived...
Thomas Miller, 83, of New Haven died April 30, 2023, in New Haven, surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born October 9, 1939, in Boomer, West Virginia, to the late Clyde E. and Sarah...
Fred Merz Fort Wayne
Frederick Paul "Fred" Merz, 84, of Fort Wayne, died Friday April 28, 2023 at Parkview Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Fort Wayne on December 1, 1938, the son of (the late) Raymond J. and Mary Jane (Staley) Merz Leiter. Fred married Rebecca A. “Becky” (Koepke) Merz on July 15, 1961; Becky preceded him in death on January 28, 2023 after 61 years of marriage. He was a member of Saint Joseph Catholic Church - Hessen Cassel, and he enjoyed...
Frederick Paul "Fred" Merz, 84, of Fort Wayne, died Friday April 28, 2023 at Parkview Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Fort Wayne on December 1, 1938, the...
Vaughn Crabtree New Haven, Indiana
Vaughn Franklin Crabtree, age 74, passed away peacefully on Friday April 28, 2023, surrounded by family. He was born on October 8, 1948 in Van Wert County, Ohio, and was the youngest son of the late Ward (“Cal”) and Lela (Fensler) Crabtree. Vaughn grew up in Convoy, Ohio, and graduated from Crestview High School in 1967. He served in Vietnam in the “BIg RED 1” U.S. Army 1st Division Infantry. Vaughn retired from Parkview Hospital in 2021, having previously worked at...
Vaughn Franklin Crabtree, age 74, passed away peacefully on Friday April 28, 2023, surrounded by family. He was born on October 8, 1948 in Van Wert County, Ohio, and was the youngest son of the...
Jerry Joley Fort Wayne
Gerald R. Joley, 81, of Fort Wayne, died Thursday April 27, 2023. Jerry was born in Ithaca Michigan on July 27, 1941, the son of (the late) Howard Joley, who died in WWII and Donna (Krepps) Joley Harnick. He was raised by his mother and his stepfather, (the late) Jack Harnick. After graduating from Davison High School in Burton MI, Jerry attended Michigan State University. He married Jean (Kanary) Joley on December 30, 1967. Jerry retired as the Sales Manager for Falstaff Brewing Corp. but...
Gerald R. Joley, 81, of Fort Wayne, died Thursday April 27, 2023. Jerry was born in Ithaca Michigan on July 27, 1941, the son of (the late) Howard Joley, who died in WWII and Donna (Krepps) Joley...
Lyle Farrell Fort Wayne
Lyle J. Farrell, 73, of Fort Wayne, died Thursday April 27, 2023. Lyle was born in Fort Wayne on December 21, 1949, the son of (the late) Howard and Mary (Imm) Farrell. Lyle married Mary (Eberhard) Farrell in St. Jude Catholic Church on June 20, 1970; Mary survives after 53 years of marriage. Lyle retired in 2003 as President of CTD, Inc. after 32 years with the company. He was a member of Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church; he was 3rd degree in the Knights of Columbus and he was devout...
Lyle J. Farrell, 73, of Fort Wayne, died Thursday April 27, 2023. Lyle was born in Fort Wayne on December 21, 1949, the son of (the late) Howard and Mary (Imm) Farrell. Lyle married Mary...
Gary Hort Fort Wayne
Gary S. Hort, 73, of Fort Wayne, peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2023 while surrounded by family. He was born on February 10, 1950 in Eau Claire, WI to the late Carl and Irma (Whitwam) Hort. Gary, a U.S. Army Special Forces veteran, began working at BF Goodrich in Eau Claire, WI (later transferring to Woodburn, IN) following his military service and remained there until his retirement in 2007. Gary enjoyed woodworking, spending time...
Gary S. Hort, 73, of Fort Wayne, peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2023 while surrounded by family. He was born on February 10, 1950 in Eau Claire, WI to...
Mary Smith Fort Wayne, Indiana
Mary C. Smith, 90, of Fort Wayne, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at Saint Anne’s Home in Fort Wayne. She was born on February 28, 1933 in Wolf Lake to the late George and Ruby (Wolf) Strouse. On May 15, 1954 in Precious Blood Catholic Church in Fort Wayne she married Walter J. Smith, he preceded her in death in 2004. Mrs. Smith worked as a Bank Teller. Mary enjoyed playing bingo & cards, sewing and cooking. She is survived by her children, Debbie (Dan) Gibson, Patty (Mike)...
Mary C. Smith, 90, of Fort Wayne, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at Saint Anne’s Home in Fort Wayne. She was born on February 28, 1933 in Wolf Lake to the late George and Ruby (Wolf)...
Rosanne Minich Las Vegas
Rosanne (Gensheimer) Minich of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away on April 24, 2023. Rosanne was born in Bloomington, IL on January 4, 1939, to the late Joseph and Rose Gensheimer. Her family moved to Fort Wayne, IN when she was in high school. She graduated from Central Catholic High School and soon after went to work at Magnavox. While raising her five children, she worked tirelessly to provide delicious meals and a lovely home and worked evenings at the Lookout...
Rosanne (Gensheimer) Minich of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away on April 24, 2023. Rosanne was born in Bloomington, IL on January 4, 1939, to the late Joseph and Rose Gensheimer. Her...
James Davis Sr. Fort Wayne
James Jacquelle Davis Sr., age 32, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023. Born on June 15, 1990, he was the son of the late Jackie Davis and Aratee (Tanner) Riley, who survives. James worked in construction as a roofer and was the owner of Davis Do It All in Fort Wayne. When not working, he enjoyed creating music and teaching his children to appreciate the true beauty in everything. James was known for his goofy sense of humor and loved making people...
James Jacquelle Davis Sr., age 32, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023. Born on June 15, 1990, he was the son of the late Jackie Davis and Aratee (Tanner) Riley, who...
Jim Piepenbrink Fremont
James D. Piepenbrink, 79, of Fremont and formerly of Fort Wayne, died Monday April 24, 2023 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Jim was born in Fort Wayne on February 10, 1944, the son of (the late) George J. and Edna Mae (Kaliker) Piepenbrink. He graduated from Central Catholic with the Class of ’62 and then served his country proudly in the US Marine Corps. during the Vietnam Era. He earned his degree from Ventura College in Ventura CA and was employed by Trans-Media Broadcasting...
James D. Piepenbrink, 79, of Fremont and formerly of Fort Wayne, died Monday April 24, 2023 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Jim was born in Fort Wayne on February 10, 1944, the son of (the...
Kristina Ryan Fort Wayne
Kristina L. Ryan, 61, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, April 21, 2023. Born on December 18, 1961, she was the daughter of Richard and Connie Moreno. Kristina was raised in Fort Wayne and graduated from Bishop Luers in 1980. She was employed at TI Automotive as an Engineer for over 20 years. When not working, Kristina enjoyed traveling the globe as often as she could. She was a lover of art and music and a fan of design. She had impeccable taste,...
Kristina L. Ryan, 61, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Friday, April 21, 2023. Born on December 18, 1961, she was the daughter of Richard and Connie Moreno. Kristina was raised in Fort...
Dorothy Westendorf Leesburg
With a great sadness, yet blessed, the family of Dorothy Evelyn (Bennett) Westendorf, 91, announce her passing on April 18, 2023, at her home and surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy was the 2nd youngest of 6 children of the late Russell and Evelyn Bennett, Fort Wayne, IN. She graduated from Central Catholic High School and later married Joseph Neil Westendorf (surviving) in October of 1953, starting a family that eventually grew to 9 children. They moved to Lake Tippecanoe in 1969...
With a great sadness, yet blessed, the family of Dorothy Evelyn (Bennett) Westendorf, 91, announce her passing on April 18, 2023, at her home and surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy was...
Sharon Hipskind Fort Wayne
Sharon Mary (Zoch) Hipskind, cherished wife, mother, grand and great-grandmother passed away at age 87 on April 17, 2023. She spent her last hours surrounded by her family and friends.
Sharon was born in Fort Wayne on February 10th, 1936. She was the daughter of the late Germaine and Erhard Zoch.
Sharon was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, and Holy Cross College in Notre Dame Indiana. As a registered nurse, she was a compassionate and loving...
Sharon Mary (Zoch) Hipskind, cherished wife, mother, grand and great-grandmother passed away at age 87 on April 17, 2023. She spent her last hours surrounded by her family and friends....
Claude Balestra Fort Wayne
Claude J. Balestra,68, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on April 16, 2023, surrounded by family at Lutheran Hospital. Claude was born on September 3, 1954, in Havana, Cuba. His formative years were spent across multiple countries in Europe and South America. He made his home in Fort Wayne in 1973 and began his 44 year-long career at Fort Wayne Metals, starting on the production line and working his way up to a senior position as Global Business Director. He loved his time traveling and found a...
Claude J. Balestra,68, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on April 16, 2023, surrounded by family at Lutheran Hospital. Claude was born on September 3, 1954, in Havana, Cuba. His formative years were...
Pamela A. Runkel, 59, of Fort Wayne died April 15, 2023 at her residence in Fort Wayne, IN. Pam was born in Fort Wayne and loved spending time with her grandkids She is survived by her daughter, Jackie Cole, brother, Jeff (Shirley) Jackson, mother Dorothy Jackson, companion of 28 years Stan Harrell , 3 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren . Pam was preceded in death by her father, Jack Jackson, brothers Rick and Calvin Jackson, and sister Debbie Jackson Funeral Service will be Friday...
Pamela A. Runkel, 59, of Fort Wayne died April 15, 2023 at her residence in Fort Wayne, IN. Pam was born in Fort Wayne and loved spending time with her grandkids She is survived by her daughter,...
Gloria Vowles New Haven
Gloria R. Vowles, 87, of New Haven, died Friday April 14, 2023 at Parkview Randallia Hospital. Gloria was born in Fort Wayne on November 30, 1935, the daughter of (the late) Samuel and Mary (Schepis) Ferraiolo. She graduated from Central Catholic with the Class of ’53 and continued on to earn her degree from Mundelein College (now Loyola University) in Chicago in 1957. Gloria was a schoolteacher at St. John the Baptist and later worked as a legal secretary until her retirement in 2000....
Gloria R. Vowles, 87, of New Haven, died Friday April 14, 2023 at Parkview Randallia Hospital. Gloria was born in Fort Wayne on November 30, 1935, the daughter of (the late) Samuel and Mary...
Stella Kessler Fort Wayne
Stella May Kessler, 94, of Fort Wayne died April 14, 2023, at Chateau Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Fort Wayne. Stella was born May 21,1928 in Plymouth, Ind., the daughter of the late George and Mable (Croy) Harker. She retired from General Electric Co.in 1988 after 30 years of service. Stella is survived by a daughter, Gloria Zell of New Haven; six grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; fourteen great-great-grandchildren. Stella was preceded in death by a daughter Nancy...
Stella May Kessler, 94, of Fort Wayne died April 14, 2023, at Chateau Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Fort Wayne. Stella was born May 21,1928 in Plymouth, Ind., the daughter of the late...
Matthew Ostermeyer Fort Wayne, Indiana
Matthew A. Ostermeyer, 46, of Fort Wayne, passed away suddenly Wednesday April 12, 2023 at his residence. He was born on May 17, 1976 in Decatur to Anthony Ostermeyer and Michelle Ross. On July 9, 2005 he married Julie Garcia. Mr. Ostermeyer worked as a Field Service Engineer for Philips Heath Care. He attended Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Fort Wayne. For several years Matt was a coach for Saint Joseph Little League. Matt was an avid golfer and loved to play music, but, most of...
Matthew A. Ostermeyer, 46, of Fort Wayne, passed away suddenly Wednesday April 12, 2023 at his residence. He was born on May 17, 1976 in Decatur to Anthony Ostermeyer and Michelle Ross. On July 9,...
Diane Teusch Fort Wayne, Indiana
Diane C. Teusch, 74, of Fort Wayne, passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at her residence surrounded by family. She was born on September 23, 1948 in Fort Wayne to the late Ford and E. Jean (Decamp) Carroll. On October 7, 1972 in Saint Charles Catholic Church she married James Teusch. Diane enjoyed going to the lake, shopping and visiting with her family and friends. She was always seen at her grandchildren’s sporting events. Diane thoroughly loved being a grandma, her grandchildren...
Diane C. Teusch, 74, of Fort Wayne, passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at her residence surrounded by family. She was born on September 23, 1948 in Fort Wayne to the late Ford and E. Jean...
Julia Bird Huntertown
Julia A. Bird, 73, of Huntertown, died Sunday April 9, 2023 at home. Julia was born April 27, 1949 in Fort Wayne, the daughter of (the late) Floyd and Clara (Sordelet) Lash. She graduated from Central Catholic with the Class of ’68 and on July 6, 1968, Julia married Philip Bird, who survives after 54 years of marriage. She worked most of her career as a loan officer, associated over the years with Indiana Bank/Summit Bank, Home Loan, Midwest FCU and also Ruoff Mortgage. Julia was a...
Julia A. Bird, 73, of Huntertown, died Sunday April 9, 2023 at home. Julia was born April 27, 1949 in Fort Wayne, the daughter of (the late) Floyd and Clara (Sordelet) Lash. She graduated from...
Duane Foote Fort Wayne
Duane L. Foote, 91, of Fort Wayne passed away April 8, 2023. He married the love of his life Irene and together they raised a family and built a successful business, Foote Excavating, where they were able to worked together for 48 years. Duane was a honest, charismatic gentleman that had the admiration and respect of his entire community. He loved to help and bring joy to those around him. Duane is survived by 2 children, a sister and 4 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving...
Duane L. Foote, 91, of Fort Wayne passed away April 8, 2023. He married the love of his life Irene and together they raised a family and built a successful business, Foote Excavating, where they...
Daniel "Dan" Kranjc Fort Wayne
Daniel (Dan) Kranjc, 98, died Friday April 7, 2023. Dan was born July 16, 1924, in Ponikve, Slovenia. He immigrated to Cleveland, OH in 1951 where he met his wife Mimi, also a Slovenian immigrant, at a choir called Korotan. They were married in 1954 and lived most of their lives in the Cleveland area. They moved to Fort Wayne in 2014 to be closer to family. He went to night school for 8 years at Fenn College (now Cleveland State University), graduated in 1960...
Daniel (Dan) Kranjc, 98, died Friday April 7, 2023. Dan was born July 16, 1924, in Ponikve, Slovenia. He immigrated to Cleveland, OH in 1951 where he met his wife Mimi, also a...
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