Lyle D. Freimuth, age 93, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Stillwater Hospice. Born on September 1, 1933, he was the son of the late Ralph and Minnie (Prough) Freimuth. Lyle honorably served his country in the United States Army. He retired from Lincoln Life in Fort Wayne after 30+ years of dedicated service. Lyle stayed active in his community, serving on the Angola Chamber of Commerce and volunteering at the Botanical Conservatory in Fort Wayne.

When not working, Lyle enjoyed playing golf, woodworking, reading, and running. He loved to camp and travel with his beloved wife, Dorothy. Above all, Lyle loved spending time with his family. He treasured his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, taking the time to create lasting memories with them.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Michelle Bodigon and Kevin (Becky) Freimuth; daughter-in-law, Erin Freimuth; grandchildren, Jeremy (Alissa) Bodigon, Christopher (Danielle) Bodigon, Madison (Derek) Foresman, Hannah Freimuth, Lindsay (Sankey) Everson, Rebecca (Connor) Sullivan, and Noah (Grace) Freimuth; 9 great-grandchildren; sisters, Janice Freimuth and Linda Dittle; and several nieces and nephews.

Lyle was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Dorothy Freimuth; son, Stuart Freimuth; his parents; brothers, Layne (Rita) Freimuth and Ralph E. Freimuth; and son-in-law, John Bodigon.

All services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be written to St. Therese Catholic Church, 2304 Lower Huntington Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46819, where Lyle was a long-time member, or to Stillwater Hospice (www.stillwater-hospice.org) in his name. Fond memories and condolences can be left at www.divinemercyfuneralhome.com for the family.