Carol Barbara

Schowe (Stolz)

Carol Barbara Schowe (Stolz), of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 68 years of age.

Carol was born November 7th, 1958, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Mary (Vorndran) and George (David) Stolz. She graduated from Bishop Luers High School in 1977 and earned a degree in chemistry from Manchester College. On October 18th, 1986, she married Gerald (Jerry) Schowe at St. Paul’s Catholic Church; they were married for 40 years. After years of infertility and loss, she gave birth to the second love of her life, her daughter, Jessica Rose. Having recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary, she looked forward to many more years spent with loved ones.

Above all, Carol was a devoted mom, loving wife, and cherished friend. She had a generous heart, a quick wit, and a gift for bringing laughter into everyday moments. A dreamer and an optimist, she approached life with hope and an open heart, always believing in the possibilities that tomorrow might bring. She was a lifelong learner, endlessly curious about the world around her, and always eager to discover something new. She cared deeply for those around her and found joy in the connections she made, the memories she created, and the time she spent with family and friends. One of her greatest joys and proudest accomplishments was her daughter, Jessica, whom she loved deeply and supported wholeheartedly. She took immense pride in watching her grow and in the person she became.

Carol's legacy will live on not only in the memories she leaves behind, but in the lessons she shared and the way she chose to live. She will be remembered for her words of wisdom, often offered just when they were needed most; for finding laughter even amid life's greatest disasters; and for the sophisticated, capable way she navigated the world around her. She had a remarkable ability to find lightness in difficult moments and meaning in the everyday. Her wisdom, laughter, optimism, and love will continue to guide those fortunate enough to have known her. She will be deeply missed and forever loved.

Carol is survived by her husband, Jerry; one daughter, Jessica Rose Schowe, of Indianapolis; and one brother, David Stolz, of Bloomington, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents, and two infant daughters, Jacqueline and Emily.

Recitation of the rosary will be held at 2:30 P.M. of Wednesday, November 18th, 2026, followed by visitation from 3:00-7:00 P.M. at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 10:30 A.M. at St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church, 1502 E Wallen Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825. The family will host visitors for one hour prior to the service. Interment will take place following the mass at Catholic Cemetery, located at 3500 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Franciscan Center of Fort Wayne.

Flowers can be sent using Jerry’s family business, Cottage Flowers at 260-426-4305 or visiting www.cottageflowersinc.net for online ordering. 

To sign the online register or to send condolences, please visit www.divinemercyfuneralhome.org.