Donald J. Mauch

Donald J.  Mauch, 91, of Fort Wayne passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 surrounded by his family. Don was born October 2, 1932 in Chicago.  He graduated from Central Catholic High School, class of 1950 and then graduated from the Indiana University School of Business in 1954.  Following graduation Don served in the US Army serving in Africa.  Upon returning from his service he married Florence "Flo" Coleman on September 15, 1956 in Logansport, IN.  He was a member of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church.  

Don was a founding member of Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Fort Wayne and served as President of the Board and on the  advisory committee. He formed and Chaired the St. Henry's Church Parish Council and served as the first President of The Catholic Cemetery Association.  Additionally, Don served on multiple Boards of Directors: St Vincent Villa Orphanage, Fort Wayne Housing Authority, President of the Orchard Ridge Country Club, The National Robert Morris Associates where he served as the first President of the Northern Indiana Chapter. Don also organized the local chapter of the National Council of Christian Employers and Managers. He served as Chairman of  the Campaign for Excellence on behalf of Bishop Luers & Bishop Dwenger High Schools.  

Don was a Senior Vice President & Manager of Commercial Lending at Fort Wayne National Bank retiring after 46 years of service. He was an avid golfer, served as a Little League Coach and enjoyed reading history books, especially the history of Fort Wayne.

Don is survived by his wife of 67 years, Flo Mauch; sons, Greg (Vesta) Mauch of Fort Wayne, Paul (Kelly) Mauch of Fort Wayne, Tom (Kay) Mauch of West Lafayette, Bill (Jennie) Mauch of Loveland, OH; sister, Marlene Sherman of Fort Wayne; brother, John Mauch of Indianapolis. Don was preceded in death by his parents, John and Marie Mauch, sister, Carol Mauch, and brother, Gerald Mauch. 

Mass of Christian Burial will be 12:00 pm, Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 10700 Aboite Center Road with visitation one hour prior. Visitation also will be held 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave., Fort Wayne, IN. with a Rosary Service at 4:30 pm. Burial will be in Catholic Cemetery. 
Memorial contributions may be made to Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Fort Wayne or Bishop Luers High School. To sign the online guest book, go to www.divinemercyfuneralhome.com.