December 14, 1960 – September 4, 2026
Leon Kota Kwete, 65, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 4, 2026. He was born in Mushenge, Democratic Republic of the Congo, on December 14, 1960, the son of the late Papa Augustin Kwete Mbokadi and the late Maman Georgine Peshanga Kwete, and a proud descendant of King Nyimi Kot Mabinci Ma Kien of the Kuba Kingdom.
He married Maman Martine Mbungu Kota in 1994; Martine survives along with his six sons, Manasse Kota Kwete, Ephraim Kota Bope, Medard Kota Mikobi, Exode Kota Minga, Josué Kota Masasu, and Caleb Kota Mathy Kiengele (age 17), and his daughter, Mado Kwete Pelenge, as well as several extended family members and loved ones across the globe.
A graduate engineer from the Faculty of Polytechnic at the University of Lubumbashi (specializing in Industrial Chemistry), Leon had a remarkable professional career. He held executive leadership roles as Director at the Integrated Rural Development Center of Mweka (CEDRIM), Director General at the Interdisciplinary Center for Permanent Education (CIDEP), and Director General at the Agro-Pastoral Group (GAP) in Kisangani. In addition to his professional career, he answered God's call and served faithfully as a Pastor, founding the Christian Church of Mweka in 1995 and pastoring at ELI Church of Livulu in Kinshasa as well as the Mission for Evangelical Life in Brazzaville.
A man of great intellect, rigor, and deep devotion, he distinguished himself as a pillar of strength, integrity, and unwavering Christian faith. A devoted servant of God, he walked through life grounded in the Gospel, prioritizing divine love, family unity, and living as a testament to God's grace. His gentle presence, spiritual wisdom, and commitment to the Lord left an indelible mark on everyone he touched.

Viewing Service: Scheduled for 11:00 AM on Friday, September 18, 2026 at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave., Fort Wayne.
To share a cherished remembrance, offer condolences, or leave a prayer for his family, please visit www.divinemercyfuneralhome.com