D O McComb and Sons - Lakeside Park
Founded in 1925, the D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes stand on a solid foundation of over 83 years of caring. In fact, our family's commitment has not been limited to just our first generation...or our second or third. Today, fourth generation family members share in this special dedication.
Our Obituaries
Damion Gerard Tippmann
February 9, 2012
Damion Gerard Tippmann , 0, passed away February 9, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Keith A. Redden
February 9, 2012
Keith Reddin , passed away February 9, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Caleb N. Walberry
February 8, 2012
Caleb N. Walberry , 14, passed away February 8, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Melvin L. (Bud) Curtis
February 8, 2012
Melvin L. " Bud" Curtis, 90, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2012 in Coldwater, MI. Born in Fort Wayne, IN , Bud was a WWII Navy Veteran. He worked as a tool & die maker with General Electric for 43 years, retiring in 1984. He was Past president of Lodge 70, International Association of Machinist; past president of Allen County Central Labor Council; past member of Chancelors IPFW Fort...
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Michael A. Failor
February 7, 2012
Michael A. Failor, 60, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2012 in Goshen, IN. Born in Ft. Wayne, Mike was a Special Education Teacher with Elkhart Central High School. He had been a pastor with the Assemblies of God in IL and then became Christian Education Pastor at Calvary Temple. Mike and his wife, Karen, started In Christ Ministries, an organization that helped establish Bible schools in Africa...
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Eugenia (Anne) Folk
February 6, 2012
Eugenia (Anne) Folk, 85, passed away Monday, February 6, 2012, at Heritage Park Health Care Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, Eugenia graduated from South Side High School in 1944. She worked for Curtis Florist for 13 years as a designer and later as a Teacher's Aide with Fort Wayne Community Schools for 13 years, retiring in 1988. She was a member of Crescent Avenue United Methodist...
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Tom J. Avery
February 4, 2012
Tom J. Avery, 63, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2012 at his residence in Rockford, Illinois. Born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and a native of Yonkers, New York, Tom was a chemical engineer that had a love of science and was a devoted son and father. Surviving are his daughter, Erika (Ben) Franze of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tom was preceded in death by father, Curt Avery and mother, Gerda Avery....
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SaNai N. Hubart
February 4, 2012
SaNai N. Hubart passed away Saturday, February 4, 2012. She was born in Ft. Wayne on December 16, 2011. SaNai is survived by her mother, Jessica Hubart of Fort Wayne, father, Fred Ford grandmother, Amy Hubart of Yoder, IN grandmother, Barbara Ford of Fort Wayne, grandmother, Tanya Allen of Fort Wayne, grandfather, Donald Helire of Fort Wayne, grandfather, Fred Burkes of Fort Wayne, brother,...
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Phyllis A. Huber Farriss
February 4, 2012
Phyllis A. Huber Farriss, 85, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012, at Woodview Health Care. Born Aug. 10, 1926, in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of Richard and Huldah (Peggy) Pooley. She graduated from Fort Wayne Northside High School in 1944. She married Jack P. Huber in 1946. Following Mr. Huber's death in 1956, she married George Farriss in 1961. She was a homemaker;...
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Joseph Henry Martony
July 7, 1938 - February 3, 2012
Joseph Henry Martony, 73, passed away Friday, February 3, 2012 at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home. Born in Detroit, MI, he spent most of his life in Fort Wayne. Joe participated in an apprenticeship through Central High School with International Harvester (Navistar). He became a design engineer and continued his career there for 41 years, retiring in 1999. He enjoyed golf and Indiana University...
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Lance Heyn
February 2, 2012
Lance Heyn, 62, passed away Thursday, February 2, 2012 at his home in Fort Wayne. Born in Ft. Wayne, he was a US Navy Veteran and worked as a machine operator with Republic Services, retiring in 2010. He was a stamp and coin collector. He enjoyed fishing and was also an avid and passionate New York Yankees fan. He is survived by his sister, Cristine (Rex) Enos of Fort Wayne; several nieces and...
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Vanise L. Jacquay
February 1, 2012
Vanise L. Jacquay, 86, passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2012. Born in Fort Wayne, Vanise worked as a graphic artist with the Homebuilders Association for 33 years, retiring in 1981. She enjoyed art, drawing for the Parade of Homes, and drives through the countryside. Surviving are her daughter, Janice (Mark) Meinzen of Churubusco, son, Aaron (Jamie) Jacquay of Fort Wayne, 8 grandchildren; and...
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Patricia A. (Castaldo) Weimer
January 31, 2012
Patricia A. (Castaldo) Weimer, 61, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at Parkview Hospital. Born in Bayonne, NJ, Patricia graduated from Montclair State College with a BA in Education. Was employed as a teacher in New Jersey and an administrative assistant with Fort Wayne Community Schools for over 20 years, retiring in 2007. She enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family. She...
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Rosalie Ann (Heath) Redding
January 31, 2012
Rosalie Ann (Heath) Redding, 72, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2012. Born in Ft. Wayne, Rosie worked at R.A. Falshing Accountancy for over 20 years, retiring in 2002. She was a member of First Wayne Street United Methodist Church and enjoyed watching sports, fishing, traveling. She is survived by her husband, Gene Redding; children, Mark A. (Holly) Redding of Ft. Wayne, Brian A. Redding of...
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John Weaver
January 30, 2012
Inf. John Weaver , 0, passed away January 30, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Sue Luellen Hartzell
January 30, 2012
Sue Luellen Hartzell, 72, of Fort Wayne, died on Monday, January 30, 2012. She is survived by her mother, Mary Elizabeth Rhodes; her sisters, Joan (Thomas) Byanski and Kay Levine; her three children, Dawn Dunn, Susan (Norman) Street , and James Chester (Marmee) Hartzell; her grandchildren, Mike and Chris Dunn, Will and Suzanna Hartzell-Baird , James Bryant and Tristen Hartzell.She was also...
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Delores (Dee) F. Wallace
January 27, 2012
Delores "Dee" F. Wallace , 68, passed away Friday, January 27, 2012 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Carlyle, IL, Delores worked as a Decorator with Value City Furniture for many years retiring in 2009. Surviving are her sons, Clarence E. (Deb) Lee of Wolcottville, IN, Brandon Wallace of Lawton, OK, daughters, Valerie "June" (Kirk) Wallace-Peltz of South Bend, IN, & Vickie...
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Nadia Jaworskyj
January 27, 2012
Nadia Jaworskyj, 93, passed away Friday, January 27, 2012. Surviving are her children, Valia Hallihan of Chicago, IL, Ivan Woronchuk of Fayetteville, NC, Walter (Gail) Jaworsky of Northfield, OH, Theodore Jaworskyj of Fort Wayne, Nick (Cheryl) Jaworsky of Bowlingbrook, IL, Vera (Dominick ) DeTommaso of Fort Wayne, 16 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and sister, Anna (Semen) Doroskko of...
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Melvin Ray Miser, Sr.
January 27, 2012
Melvin Ray Miser, Sr. , 82, passed away Friday, January 27, 2012 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Surviving are his Spouse, Phyllus Miser; sons, Melvin Ray Miser Jr. Kevin Miser, Kirk Miser all of Fort Wayne, IN ;daughter, Debbie Stansbery of Fort Wayne, IN 6 Grandchildren; 3 Great-grandchildren . Melvin was preceded in death by father, Paul Miser, mother, Glenna Miser, son, Michael Miser.
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John C. Henderson
January 27, 2012
John C Henderson, 84, passed away Friday, January 27, 2012 at in Fort Wayne. Born in Brooklyn, KY, John was a U S Army WW II veteran and was a Truck Driver with United Trucking for 31 years, retiring in 1986. He was a member of Masonic Lodge Waynedale #739, Scottish Rite, and Mitzpah Shrine. John enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing golf. Surviving are his son, Duane Henderson of Fort...
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Jeffrey D. Cox
January 26, 2012
Jeffrey D. Cox, 58, passed away January 26, 2012. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Robert E. Wolford
January 25, 2012
Robert E. Wolford, 77 of Geneva, IN, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2012. Born in Ft. Wayne, Bob was an Army veteran and a Captain with the Ft. Wayne Fire Department. He was a member of West Missionary Church in Berne. He enjoyed playing pool at the Berne Senior Center and was an avid woodworker. He is survived by his wife, Janice Dausch Wolford; daughters, Janet Wolford of Ft. Wayne, Dawn ...
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Mary E. Booth
January 25, 2012
Mary E. Booth, 65, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, January 25, 2012. Born in South Bend, Mary retired from the City of Fort Wayne in 2005 after 18 years of service and was a reserve Fort Wayne police officer for 8 years. Surviving are her daughters, Penny Booth, Jackie (Don Bireley) Booth and Barbara (David Bruner) Booth all of Fort Wayne, grandchildren, Justin, Brandon, Alissa and...
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Kenneth M. Waterman
January 23, 2012
Kenneth M. Waterman, 73, passed away Monday, January 23, 2012 at University Park Nursing Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Linton, IN, Kenneth was an attorney for 33 years, retiring in 1998. He received his BA degree from the University of Michigan and law degree Doctor of Jurisprudence from Indiana University Law School, Bloomington IN. Past Master of Maumee Lodge, 33rd degree, Scottish Rite,...
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Ruth Ann Bassett
January 22, 2012
Ruth Ann Bassett , 70, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2012. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Ruth was a member of VFW Post 857 and American Legion Post 82. She enjoyed crafts and loved her dog Molly. Surviving are her ; daughters, Laurie Gremore of White Pigeon, MI, and Michele Norris of Fredericksburg, VA. mother, Dorothy Wiegman of Fort Wayne, step son, Jimmy (Monica) Bassett of Fort Wayne, IN,...
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Henry (Hank) A. Sandkuhler
January 20, 2012
Henry "Hank" A. Sandkuhler, 89, passed away Friday, January 20, 2012 in North Ft. Myers, FL. Born in Ft. Wayne, IN, Hank was a Navy WWII Veteran. He was owner and president of X-Y Tool & Die in Laotto, IN. He was a member of Trinity English Lutheran Church, Roanoke Masonic Lodge, Ft. Wayne Scottish Rite and Mizpah Shrine. Surviving are his wife, N. J. "Toni" Sandkuhler of North Ft. Myers, FL;...
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Robert L. Tonkel, Sr.
January 19, 2012
Robert L. Tonkel, Sr. , 75, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2012 at VA Northern Indiana Health Care System in Marion. Born in Fort Wayne, IN , Robert worked as a Mechanic with Stockberger Machine/Circle S for 20 years, retiring in 2003. He was U.S. Marine Corp Veteran for 21 years retiring in 1974, a member of U.S.M.C., the Motor Transport Association; American Legion Post 82 and a member of...
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Clara F. Lauer
January 18, 2012
Clara F. Lauer, 97, died Wednesday, January 18, 2012. Born in Marshfield, WI, Clara was a member of Edgewood Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. Surviving are her husband of 63 years Robert Lauer of Fort Wayne, son, Terry Keener of Tallahassee, FL, grandson, Barak Keener, great grandson, Jerad Keener and one great great grand daughter. Memorials may be made to the Edgewood Congregation of...
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Helen C. Elward
January 16, 2012
Helen C. Elward, 99, passed away Monday, January 16, 2012 at Bethlehem Woods Rehab Center. Born in Murray City, OH, Helen was a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church. She enjoyed sitting on her front porch and watching people pass by. She loved her family and cherished all her grandchildren. Surviving are her daughter Linda (Tony) Milewski, son, William (Paula) Elward both of Fort Wayne...
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Arthur R. Eiffert
January 15, 2012
Arthur R. Eiffert , 90, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2012. Born in St. Louis, MO, Arthur was a manager of design definition with Sandia Labs for 38 years, retiring in 1985. He was a past member of Christ the King Church in Los Lunas, NM and had recently joined Bethel United Methodist Church. He served in the New Mexico Air National Guard for many years and was a private pilot for more than 70...
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Franklin M. Perkins
January 15, 2012
Franklin M. Perkins, 73, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2012 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Ft. Wayne, he worked in janitorial with Meridian/Grable for 16 years. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War, member of North Highlands Church of Christ & American Legion Post 82. "He will be greatly missed".
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Sharon L. Perkins of Fort...
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Sandra S. Nern
January 14, 2012
Sandra S. Nern , 68, passed away Jan. 14, 2012. Surviving are her Spouse, Larry D. Nern of Pleasant Lake, daughter, Twyla J. (Kevin) McCormick of South Bend, son, Cristopher (Lois) Nern of Bellingham, WA, son, Randall (Jodie) Nern of Garrett, daughter, Rhonda (Dan) Newman of St. Albert, Alberta, Canada. 13 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grandchildren, sister, Mary (Larry) Oyer of Kouts, sister, Nancy ...
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Charles (Rob) Davis
January 13, 2012
Charles "Rob" Davis, 59, passed away Jan. 13, 2012. Surviving are his wife, Rita of Fort Wayne; father, Robert Davis of Fort Wayne; son, Christopher (Amanda) Davis of Fort Wayne; daughters, Lisa (Cole) Parker & Robin (Jeremey) Houser, both of Fort Wayne; 10 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild; step-children, Doug, Sandra and Nichole; sister, Debbie (James) Arter of Fort Wayne; brother, Mark ...
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Elizabeth (Betty) A. Clemmer
January 12, 2012
Elizabeth "Betty" A. Clemmer, 88, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2012 at her daughter's home in Huntington, IN. She is survived by her children, Jane C. (Kenneth) Gick, James D. (Mary Kay) Clemmer, Ann C. (Ron) Barrett , Patricia L. (George) Perkins, Susan M. Clemmer, and Mary M. (John) Tourney; 15 grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and sister, Georgie F. ...
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Agnes M. Morningstar
January 8, 2012
Agnes M. Morningstar, 74, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2012 at St. Anne Home and Retirement Community in Fort Wayne. Born in Wells County, IN, Agnes was the owner of Morningstar Real Estate, Inc. for 22 years, and has been in the Real Estate Business since 1973. She was a member of Tawasi for 35 years; IAAP, Realtors Polital Action Committee since 1988. Surviving are her husband, Virgil C...
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Judith A. Rudny
January 8, 2012
Judith A. Rudny, 77, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2012 at St. Anne Home and Retirement Community. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Judith worked with Lincoln National Life Insurance for 15 years, retiring in 1995. Surviving are her son, Ted J. (Cathy) Rudny of Coppell, TX, daughter, Cathleen M. Rudny, Laura J. (Mike) Rosswurm both of New Haven, grandchildren, David, Patrick, and Lauren Winn, and...
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Carol L. Rexrode
January 5, 2012
Carol L. Rexrode, 80, of Ft. Wayne, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2012. Born in Ft. Wayne, Carol worked at Farm Bureau Ins. for 18 years, retiring in 1993. She is survived by her son, Reed Romanowski; daughters, Rhonda Wilhelm and Rochelle Ehle, all of Fort Wayne, Vicki Osborne of Cali. and Teri (Mark) Reader of Ft. Wayne; grandchildren, Jeremy, Adam, Ben, Lauren, Andy, Jessica, Joseph,...
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Stephen H. Reed
January 4, 2012
Stephen H. Reed, 89, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2012. Born in Fort Wayne, Stephen was a general foreman with Zollner Pistons for 42 years, retiring in 1985. He was a member of Knights of Columbus and a WWII U.S. Army Veteran. Surviving are his wife of 65 years Julian "Judy" Reed of Fort Wayne, sons, David (Nancy) Reed of Fort Wayne and Kenneth (Carol) Reed of Racine, WI, daughter, Mildred ...
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Rosena B. Jackson
January 3, 2012
Rosena B. Jackson, 93, passed away January 3, 2012 at Bethlehem Woods Rehab Center. Burial in I O O F Cemetery New Haven Monday 3:00 pm Arrangements by D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Sherlyn (Glee) Parker
January 3, 2012
Sherlyn "Glee" Parker, 75, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at Parkview Hospital. Born in Lawrence, MI, Glee worked as a paraprofessional with East Allen County School for 20 years, retiring in 1996. She was involved in small group ministries and was a member of Oak Park Church. She was active in her church, and as a volunteer for Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home. She enjoyed playing...
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Earl J. DeGrandchamp
January 2, 2012
Earl J. DeGrandchamp, 84, passed away Monday, January 2, 2012 at Woodview Assisted Living in Fort Wayne. Born in Detroit, MI, he worked in Market Research with General Electric for 40 years, retiring in 1988. He was an U S Army WW II veteran and an U S Air Force Korean War veteran. He was a proud "Kadiddlehopper."
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Helen Marie (Mettler) DeGrandchamp;...
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Lisa A. McDowell
January 1, 2012
Lisa A. McDowell, 41, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2012. She was born May 2, 1970 in Ft. Wayne. Lisa enjoyed making pottery and crafts, reading and talking. She is survived by her husband, Bill of New Haven; children, Austin and Tommy; brother, Scott Dunn of Ft. Wayne; sister, Elaina Dunn of New Haven; and father, Robert Dunn of Decatur, IN. Lisa was preceded in death by her mother, Patricia...
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Steven R. Malick
December 30, 2011
Steven R. Malick, 50, passed away Friday, December 30, 2011. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Steven worked with B. F. Goodrich for 13 years in Woodburn, IN, He was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church and he was a proud Army Veteran. Steven loved NASCAR racing, the Indianapolis Colts and woodworking. Surviving is a brother, Tim (Teri) Malick, mother, Alice Malick daughter, Melissa Malick...
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Mary L. (Brita) Maniotes
December 30, 2011
Mary L. (Brita) Maniotes, 79, passed away Friday, December 30, 2011 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, she worked as a clerk with the Bureau of Motor Vehicles for 25 years. She was a member of St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church. Surviving are her daughters, Denise Brita, Tina Maniotes, both of Fort Wayne; sons, Bernard (Ellen) Brita, James (Maria) Brita, both of Ft. Wayne;...
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Christopher Emil Almond
December 29, 2011
Christopher Emil Almond, 45, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2011, at home in Fort Wayne. Born in Ft. Wayne, IN, Christopher was the owner of Details Cleaning Inc and co-owned 2 rental properties, and also was a manager for Carlos O'Kelly Restaurant. He was an artist and do-it-yourselfer who enjoyed bowling, billiards / pool, gardening, home improvement projects and was an amazing singer....
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Marilyn J. Levy
December 29, 2011
Marilyn J. Levy, 72, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2011 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Ft.Wayne, and graduated from Elmhurst High School. Marilyn worked at National Life & Accident Insurance Co. for 26 years, currently know as American General Life from 1959-1984 and Lincoln National Life Insurance Co. as a computer specialist from 1984-2005. She volunteered at the Community...
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Roger R. Barnett
December 28, 2011
Roger R. Barnett, 79, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2011. Born in Ft. Wayne, Roger was a Korean Army Veteran and worked at Commercial Freight in Indiana for 38 years, retiring in 1983. He was a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church; American Legion Post #47; Teamsters Local 414; and Teamsters Retirees Club. Surviving are his son, Scott (Elizabeth) Barnett; step-son, Gary Curtis; step...
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Joseph D. Ruffolo
December 27, 2011
JOSEPH D. RUFFOLO, 70, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2011, at The Town House Retirement Center. Born May 9, 1941, in Kenosha, Wisc., he was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Madison and of Harvard University's Advanced Management Program. Following graduation, he served as an intern in Washington, D.C. in the administration of President Lyndon B. Johnson. He...
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Gertrude M. Kerns
December 26, 2011
Gertrude M. Kerns , 92, passed away Monday, December 26, 2011. Surviving are son, Jacob Michael (Carolyn) Kerns, son, Lawrence (Sharon) Kerns, daughter, Rita (Rex) Roy, daughter, Theresa (Mick) Grifffin, brother, Raymond Sanders, sister, Joan Ulrey, 15 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, a step-brother, Walt (Barb) Herendeen. Gertrude was preceded in death by her husband, Jacob F....
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Florence M. (Penny) Muntian
December 26, 2011
Florence M. "Penny" Muntian, 85, passed away Monday, December 26, 2011 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Warren, OH, Florence worked as a Manager with L.S. Ayers Beauty Salon for 11 years, retiring in 1990. She was a Board Member of Embassadors and an Embassy Theater volunteer. Surviving are her son, Adam M. Muntian of Phoenix, AZ; daughters, Shirley J. Bruck of Bloomington, IN and...
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William Michael Joseph Harrington
December 25, 2011
William Michael Joseph Harrington, 66, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2011 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Alta Dena, CA, Bill worked as a Programmer/Analyst for years, retiring in 2000. He was a U. S. Air Force Viet Nam War Veteran and a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. Bill enjoyed being a Ham Radio Operator N9FNK. Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Susan F. Harrington...
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Max L. Egley
December 25, 2011
Max L. Egley, 70, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 25, 2011. Born in Decatur, IN, he graduated from Adams Central High School, Manchester College, and St. Francis University with a master's degree. Max was a mathematics teacher and a basketball coach for a span of 34 years at Harrison Hill, Snider High School, and Woodlan High School before retiring in 1997. He was a...
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Margaret C. Powers
December 24, 2011
Margaret C. Powers, 87, passed away Saturday, December 24, 2011 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Port Huron, MI on June 21, 1924 she graduated from St. Joseph Hospital of Nursing, Mt Clemons, MI, and worked as a nurse from 1945 to 1947 and then as a homemaker. She was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church and very passionate about the Lord, her church and loved spending time with her...
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Athlene J. Wagner
December 23, 2011
Athlene J. Wagner, 86, passed away December 23, 2011. Surviving are her husband, Lyle Wagner, daughter, Mary (Dennis) Sinkula, son, Bruce (Sue) Wagner, sisters, Jane (Tom) Baetz, Pauline Laybourn, Nancy (Darrell) Flemming, Diane (Stu) Dawson, brother, Orlin (Rose) Durocher, granddaughter, Shelley (Sam) Townes, grandson, Michael Sinkula, and great granddaughter, Olivia Townes. Athlene...
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Bernice C. VanOsdale
December 22, 2011
Bernice C. VanOsdale, passed away Thursday, December 22, 2011 at Canterbury Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Born in Ottoville, OH, Bernice graduated from Central High School. She worked with Magnavox for 30 years, retiring in 1980. She was a member of American Legion Post #82 Auxiliary, and St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church. She enjoyed dancing, playing cards and spending time with her...
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Mary Ann Agenbroad
December 22, 2011
Mary Ann Agenbroad, 94, passed away Thursday, December 22, 2011, at Provena Sacred Heart Home in Avilla. Born in Fort Wayne. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents; Ernest and Ida Klepper; husband, James Agenbroad, sisters; Irene Mayers and Geraldine Kline. Service is 10:30 am, December 27, 2011 at St. Jude Catholic Church, 2130 Pemberton Drive with calling one hour prior and Fr....
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Lawrence P. (Bud) SeCheverell
December 20, 2011
Lawrence P. "Bud" SeCheverell , 90, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2011. Born in Fort Wayne, Lawrence was a supervisor with Magnavox for 43 years, retiring in 1985. He was a member of American Legion Post #330 New Haven and a WWII Army veteran. Surviving are his son, Larry (Ann) SeCheverell III, grandson, Christopher (Dani Reuille) SeCheverell both of Fort Wayne and brother, Cal SeCheverell of...
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Patsie M. Rumsey
December 19, 2011
Patsie M. Rumsey, 73, passed away Monday, December 19, 2011 in Fort Wayne. Born in Portland, IN, Patsie worked as an executive secretary with Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation and other city departments for 23 years, retiring in 2002. Patsie also worked for Delagrange Builders and Bowmar for many years. She volunteered at the Fort Wayne Community Center and the Botanical Gardens. She was also a...
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Nancy Johnson Mason
December 17, 2011
Nancy Johnson Mason, 88, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2011. Surviving are her daughters, Candace D (Julie Kent) Jacobs, Claudia E Johnson, and Laurie (Ron) Johnson, grandsons, Scott (Cindy) Jacobs, Matt (Michelle) Jacobs and Peter (Sarah) Jacobs, 11 great grandchildren . Nancy was preceded in death by her parents Jacob and Maude Fisher, one brother and four sisters, husband, Ned C...
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Elsie M. Jacox
December 17, 2011
Elsie M. Jacox, 89, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2011 at Parkview Memorial Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in VanWert, OH, She was a U. S. Army WW II veteran. Surviving are her daughters, Christine Tyler of Fort Wayne and Edith Shockey of Pinellas Park, FL. son, Russell P. Jacox of Baggs, WY. 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Elsie was preceded in death by her parents, James Reno...
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Willard Michael Capps
March 25, 1953 - December 17, 2011
Willard Michael Capps , 58, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2011 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Middlesboro, KY, Surviving are his Mother, Gloria Caine of Fort Wayne, sons, Gerrod Capps of Fort Wayne and Noah Capps of Montpelier, OH. daughter, Felicia Hosbein of Fort Wayne. grandsons, Lennon and Elijah Capps of Stryker, OH. brothers, Charles (Claudia) Capps Rick (Sharlyn)...
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Edward L. Ford
December 15, 2011
Edward L. Ford, 71, of Ft. Wayne passed away Thursday, December 15, 2011 at Parkview Memorial Hospital. Born in Fort Wayne, Ed served in the Army and worked at Wayne Metals, retiring in 2000. After Ed retired, he continued to work at IAA until June of 2011. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Doris Ford; daughter, Terry (Mathew) Perry of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Mathew (Roxie) Perry and...
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Tressa A. McCormick
December 14, 2011
Surviving are her mother, Margie Brock, daughters, Karley Brock, Whitney McCormick, Tara McCormick, sons, Jason Brock, Justin and Jeff McCormick, brothers, Henry, Boyd, Joe, Todd and Robert Brock, sisters, Edna Gibson, Diana Brock, Jennie Johnson, grandchildren; Sabastian, Kaghlynn, Alexus, Samantha, Devan, Alexander, Adrian, Christopher, Abigail, Letticia, Ariana, Ricky, Hailey, Destiny,...
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Brian Lee Baker
December 13, 2011
Brian Lee Baker, 53, departed this life on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at his home in Fort Wayne. Born March 29, 1958 to Paul and Jo Ann Baker in Fort Wayne, IN, Brian graduated from Whitko High School. He worked at Dana Corp for 30 years, retiring in 2007. Brian enjoyed all sports. He leaves to cherish his loving memories his longtime devoted and caring companion, Dorothy Feagin; a loving mother,...
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Donald C. Brunnegraff
December 13, 2011
Donald C. Brunnegraff , 84, passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at Parkview Memorial Hospital. Born September 25, 1927 he was the son of Clarence & Clarice (Bebout) Brunnegraff. He retired from the General Electric Service Shop in 1987. He then worked for Wayne Electric for 10 years. He was a US Army Veteran of WWII. He was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church & American Legion Post 499....
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Barbara L. Claymiller
December 11, 2011
Barbara L. Claymiller , 79, passed away December 11, 2011. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Hector M. Rodriguez
December 10, 2011
Hector M. Rodriguez, 61, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2011. Born in Kingsville, TX, Hector enjoyed being a Foster grandparent. Surviving are his daughters, Alisha (Jermie) Yarbrough and Kiersten Rodriguez; sons, Julian, Vincent (Rachael), Jonathan (Tia) and Carlos Rodriguez; father, Jesus Rodriguez; sisters, Beatrice (William) Velarde and Terry (Otis) Harrell; brothers, Jesse (Linda),...
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Cheryl Springer
December 10, 2011
Cheryl Springer, 62, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2011 in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Cheryl worked as a Nurse with St Joseph Hospital and Lutheran Hospital, retiring in 2007. She was a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church and was the Secretary / Treasurer for the alter guild of the church and Stephen Ministries. Cheryl enjoyed crafts and made blankets for the new born...
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Sheryl (Carpenter) Zent
December 10, 2011
Sheryl (Carpenter) Zent, 53, went peacefully at home surrounded by her family and friends, Saturday, December 10, 2011. Born in Ft. Wayne, IN, Sheryl worked at Peg-Perego for 16 years. Sheryl enjoyed crocheting, reading, and spending time with her family and grandchildren. Surviving are her husband of 37 years Allen D. Zent Sr., father, Jerry Carpenter, Sr., children, Allen (April) Zent, Jr.,...
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Paul E. Anderson, Sr.
December 9, 2011
Paul E. Anderson, Sr., 63, of Ft. Wayne and formerly of Trumbull, CT, passed away suddenly on Friday, December 9, 2011 in Anderson, IN. Born in Connecticut, Paul worked for Metro-North Railroad for 30 years, retiring in 1992. He recently had moved to Ft. Wayne. He was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church in Trumbull, CT; a lifelong member of Trumbull Center Volunteer Fire Company #1 and was an...
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Norman Eugene Gerardot
December 7, 2011
Norman Eugene Gerardot , 52, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at Parkview Memorial Hospital. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, Norman was a medical equipment technician with Advacare. Known as "Stormin Norman", he never met a stranger and was a mentor and father figure to many. He was passionate about coaching baseball and basketball, enjoyed singing in the church choir and had been an usher at...
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David L. Straley
December 7, 2011
David L. Straley, 67, passed away December 7, 2011. Born in Van Wert, OH, he worked with Essex, retiring in 2010. He was a member of United Auto Workers and a USMC Vietnam Veteran. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Straley of Fort Wayne; sons, Rick (Betsy) Tempel, Cary (Wendy) Straley, and Shayne Straley all of Ft. Wayne; daughters, CheryCheryl (Bill) Rogers of Lagrange, Michelle Straley...
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William (Bill) Richardson
December 5, 2011
William (Bill) Richardson, a long time resident of Fort Wayne, died Monday, December 5th. Born in Scotland on March 15, 1926, raised in Camrose, Alberta Canada. Bill came to Fort Wayne to play for the Fort Wayne Komets from 1954 to 1958. He became a citizen in 1961. He was a member of the Canadian Army, Komet Old Timers, and Fort Wayne Ski Club. Survived by wife, Germaine; step-son, Bob;...
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Donald R. McKee
June 29, 1928 - November 29, 2011
Donald R. McKee, 83, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at Miller's Merry Manor in Fort Wayne. Born in Amaranth, PA, Donald worked as an Electronic Technician with Magnovox for 25 years, retiring in 1990. He was a Deacon at Immanuel Baptist Church and American Legion 296. Donald was an avid HAM radio operator, beekeeper, gardener and train enthusiast who enjoyed studying the Civil War and...
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Maung Soe
November 28, 2011
Maung Soe , 46, passed away Monday, November 28, 2011 at Parkview Memorial Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Zawaddy, Burma, , Maung worked as a Group Leader with Nishiwaka for 10 years. Surviving are his wife, Elmai Soe of Fort Wayne, IN sons, Victory Soe, John Soe, Leo Soe, all of Ft Wayne, IN and a brother, Maung Maung Toe of Albnay, NY. Maung was preceded in death by father, Oo Aung Khin Soe,...
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Marilyn J. Mabee
November 28, 2011
Marilyn J. Mabee, 77, passed away Monday, November 28, 2011. Surviving are her sons; David L. (Susan) Mabee and Matthew M.P. Mabee, both of Virginia, Thomas H Mabee of Kendallville, Robert W. Mabee of Ft. Wayne, Randy B (Ann) Mabee and Douglas D. Mabee, both of Missouri; 14 Grandchildren and 10 Great grandchildren; and a brother, Robert Rosseau of Wolf Lake. Marilyn was preceded in death by...
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Helen J. Samaras
April 12, 1926 - November 27, 2011
Helen J. Samaras, 85, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2011 in Fort Wayne. Born in Sheboygan, WI, she was a lifetime resident of Ft. Wayne. She graduated from North Side High School in 1944 and worked as an Office Manager and Dental Assistant for 50 years. She was a member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, and Philoptochos Society; past-president in 1999 of the Daughters of Penelope; co...
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Anna M. Gibson
November 27, 2011
Anna M. Gibson, 90, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2011 at St. Anne Home and Retirement Community. Born in Logan County, WV, Anna worked with General Electric for 29 years, retiring in 1981. She was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. Surviving are her son, Kevin J. Gibson, and granddaughter, Jennifer L. Gibson both of Fort Wayne. Anna was preceded in death by parents, John and Catherine...
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Clement J. (Butch) Gibson
November 25, 2011
Clement J. "Butch" Gibson Jr., 58, passed away Friday, November 25, 2011. Born in Canada, he was an avid sports fan who loved football and baseball. Butch was devoted to the care of his parents for many years. Surviving are mother, Anna Marie Gibson, brother, Kevin J. Gibson, and niece, Jennifer L. Gibson both of Fort Wayne, IN. Clement was preceded in death by father, Clement J. Gibson Sr....
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Joyce E. Handwork
November 25, 2011
Joyce E. Handwork, 77, passed away Friday, November 25, 2011. A life long residence of Ft. Wayne, Joyce retired from Magnavox. She enjoyed gardening, planting flowers and taking drives up by the lake. She is survived by her children, Cathy Gamez, Kevin (Lisa) Handwork, both of Ft. Wayne and Dave (Debra) Fanning of New Haven; sisters, Shirley Hermes of Ft. Wayne, Maxine Whitney of CA and Peggy...
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Rena Lasley
November 24, 2011
Rena Lasley, 90, passed away Thursday, November 24, 2011 at Parkview Memorial Hospital. Born in Knox County, KY, Rena was a homemaker. She was a member of Blackhawk Baptist Church. Surviving are her loving husband of 70 years, Oscar Lasley of Fort Wayne, children, Millie (Tom) Wong of Fresno, CA, Jim (Diane) Lasley of Fort Wayne, Joyce (Glen) Wade of Fort Wayne, Patty (Jim) Emley of Huntington...
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B. Vernell Jacobs
November 23, 2011
B. Vernell Jacobs, 94, of Ft. Wayne, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2011. Born March 24, 1917 in St. Joe, IN, Vernell worked at Cover-All Rental for 16 years, retiring in 1982. She is survived by her son, Jerry T. (Kay) Jacobs of Ft. Wayne; daughter-in-law, Jula Jacobs of Churubusco, five grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Vernell was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Jacobs;...
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Clair (Paul) Knerr
November 22, 2011
Clair "Paul" Knerr, 91, passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at Regency Place in Fort Wayne. Born in Van Wert, OH, Paul was a WWII veteran and continued his service in the Army for 19 years, earning the rank of Major. Soon after Paul worked with Sears for several years before working with General Portland Cement for 30 years, retiring in 1986 as a sales manager. He was a member of Trinity...
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Elijah Johnson
November 21, 2011
Infant Elijah Johnson, was stillborn, November 21, 2011 at Parkview North Hospital. He is survived by his mother, Lamesha Johnson and father, Darrel Matheney. Arrangements by D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Patricia M. (P. Marie) Cunningham
November 20, 2011
Patricia M. "P. Marie" Cunningham, 89, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus, and her beloved husband Nelson on Sunday, November 20, 2011 at Canterbury Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Fort Wayne. She was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Patricia was an Artist and owner of "Atelier P. Marie" retiring in 1999. She was a member of and Past President of the Philharmonic Chorus; Veteran...
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James E. Yerrick
November 17, 2011
James E. Yerrick , 67, went to Heaven, surrounded by his family, Thursday, November 17, 2011. Born in Fort Wayne and a 1962 graduate of Central Catholic High School, Jim was a professional truck driver with ATL-ANR Freight for 30 years. He was a lifetime member of the St. Joe Athletic Club and a proud Teamster. Jim was an avid golfer and NASCAR fan, had completed a marathon and had 2 hole- in-...
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James G. Grady
November 15, 2011
James G. Grady , 84, passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at Coventry Meadows LLC in Fort Wayne. Born and raised in Grand Rapids, MI, James has been a resident of Ft. Wayne for 54 years. He was a self employed Insurance salesman and a member of Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. He loved spending time with his family, and was proud of his Irish heritage. He was an avid fan of Notre...
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Raymond (Ray) Barrett
November 14, 2011
Raymond "Ray" Barrett , 86, passed away Monday, November 14, 2011. Born in Wabash, Ray was an avid sports fan and loved his family. Surviving are his wife of 65 years Barbara, sons, Mike (Marie), Terry (Ann), Pat "Charlie" (Sherry), John, and Phillip, all of Fort Wayne, Raymond of Orlando, FL and Timmie (Mary) of Erie, PA, daughters, Mary (Mike) Reuille of Fort Wayne, Kay (Jack) Huguenard, Chris ...
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John R. Finchum, Sr.
May 2, 1929 - November 12, 2011
John R. Finchum Sr. , 82, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, November 12, 2011 in Fort Wayne. Born in Martinsville, IN, John worked as a School Photographer with Interstate Studio for 40 years and Manheim Auto Auction for 11 years. He was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church .
John enjoyed bowling and fishing and always cared about others more than himself. He was a loving and kind...
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Frances Theresa Vasbinder Davidson
November 11, 2011
Frances Theresa Vasbinder Davidson , 81, passed away Friday, November 11, 2011 at St. Anne Home and Retirement Community in Fort Wayne. Born in Akron, OH, Frances headed the Welfare to Work Program for many years. . Surviving are her daughters, Susan (Anthony) Frazier of Indianapolis, and . Constance Martin (Philemon) Steigerwald of Fort Wayne. son, Philip Davidson of Fort Wayne, ...
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Sandra S. Kattau
November 11, 2011
Sandra S. Kattau, 71, of New Haven, passed away Friday, November 11, 2011. Born in Ft. Wayne, Sandra was a vintage jewelry dealer. She also enjoyed playing bridge and traveling with her husband. Surviving are her husband, Fred Kattau; daughter, Katrina Kieser of New Haven; and son, John Kieser of Port Orange, FL; step-children, Suzanne Kattau-Kilcoin, David Kattau, Cynthia Burch and Kara Miller;...
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Ila Stamps
February 28, 1930 - November 11, 2011
Ila G. Stamps, 81, passed away Friday, November 11, 2011 at St Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Monticello, KY, Ila worked as an Assembly worker with Wayne Home Equipment for 20+ years. She was a member of Shilo Chapter of the Eastern Star since 1970. Ila loved her family and enjoyed making crafts of all types, quilting, canning and making family dinners.she was passionate about her...
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Lloyd (Butch) Barnhart
November 9, 2011
Lloyd "Butch" Barnhart, 68, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2011.He enjoyed golf, NASCAR, and his time with grandchildren. Surviving are his wife, Paula K. Barnhart; sons, Kevin Barnhart and Scott Cotton; daughter, Rhonda (Kerry) Smith; and step-daughter, Tamara L. (Jeff) Smith, all of Fort Wayne; 6 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren and 2 step-great-grandchildren. Lloyd was preceded in death by...
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Dorothy A. Baxter
November 8, 2011
Dorothy A. Baxter, 82, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2011 at Sycamore Village in Fort Wayne. Born in Lima, OH, Dorothy enjoyed playing cards, puppies and spending time with her family and friends. Surviving are her daughter, Julie (Denny) Braun of Fort Wayne; son, James D. (Susan) Baxter Jr. of New Haven; grandchildren, Brandon M Braun, Janelle M Braun, Michael D Baxter, Lance Corporal...
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Dolores R. Hartman
November 7, 2011
Dolores R. Hartman, 93, of Ft. Wayne, passed away Monday, November 7, 2011. Dolores had worked 17 years at National Mill and for J. C. Penney's, retiring in 1983. Surviving are her daughter, Sheryl Hartman of Springville, IN; brother, Gerald "Jerry" Frank of Champaign, IL; and sisters, Erma Clark of Ft. Wayne and Lavern McMahon of Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband of 48...
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Margaret (Peggy) Helen Durnell
November 5, 2011
Margaret Peggy" Helen Durnell of Fort Wayne, Indiana, left this world for her eternal peace on Saturday, November 5, 2011, with family and friends by her side. She was born Margaret Helen Lee, daughter of Charles and Ethel Lee, on March 12, 1944. After spending precious early years in Stamford, Connecticut Peggy moved with her family to Fort Wayne where she attended Harrison Hill Elementary and...
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Dorothy Jane (Adams) Fisher
November 5, 2011
Dorothy Jane (Adams) Fisher, 89, of Gahanna, Ohio, formerly of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully at New Albany Gardens in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011. Born March 19, 1922, in Sheridan, Michigan, she and her husband spent the majority of their lives in Fort Wayne, Indiana until they moved to Gahanna, Ohio in 1994. She devoted her life to her children, and her...
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Grace E. Garrett
November 4, 2011
Grace E. Garrett, 90, passed away Friday, November 4, 2011 at Golden Years Homestead in Fort Wayne. Born in Lima, OH, she worked as an inspector with Bowmar. She was very determined and made the best of life. Surviving are her nephew, Michael (Bonnie) Silvers of Lee's Summit, MO; niece, Sharon Crain of Lee's Summit, MO; cousin, Rick (Cathie) Humbarger of Fort Wayne; several great nieces &...
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Arthur N. Logan
November 4, 2011
Arthur N. Logan, 96, passed away November 4, 2011. Arrangements pending with D.O. McComb and Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave.
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Kevin C. Weber
November 3, 2011
Kevin C. Weber, 55,of Fort Wayne, died November 3, 2011 surrounded by his loving family. Born April 13th, 1956 in Wyandotte, MI to Delores Weber and the late Herbert Weber, he was a graduate of Rogers High School. He served his country in the US Navy and was employed at the Baer Field Airport Department of Safety, the Allen County Police Department, and was a police officer for the Fort Wayne...
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