Nov 1, 2023

Shirley Walbridge, born in Anderson, IN January 25, 1938 to Cecil and Mildred Skaggs. Shirley passed away in Fort Wayne, IN on November 1, 2023. Shirley Walbridge was a beloved friend, aunt, sister, grandma and mom. She was an excellent gardener and cook. She loved her flower garden and gifting fresh bouquets to her loved ones. Baking and candy...

Oct 27, 2023

Barbara Ann Bowman, 67, passed away on October 27, 2023. She was born in St. Charles, Ill. a daughter of the late Robert Scott and Dorothy Scott, who survives. She worked in telecommunications for a number of years and continued to work until her passing. She and her husband were members of Pleasant Chapel Community Church in Roanoke, IN....

Oct 27, 2023

Gloria Lynn Gonzalez, 73, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023 at home in Fort Wayne, IN. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, she was a daughter of the late Leonard and Helen (Ross) Johns. Gloria married Robert J. Gonzalez on September 17, 1965 and he survives. She worked as an RN at St. Joseph Hospital for 18 years. Gloria...

Oct 25, 2023

Betty Joan Richardson, 92, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on October 25, 2023. She was born in Fort Wayne, IN on May 23, 1931, a daughter of the late William and Helen Richardson. Betty worked for the Fort Wayne Newcomers for many years, and was also the general manager at WXKE. In her spare time she enjoyed cooking...

Oct 20, 2023

Paul H. Fritze, 94, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away peacefully Friday, October 20, 2023, at his home. Born March 11, 1929 in Fort Wayne, IN, he was a son of the late Walter and Clara (Homeyer) Fritze. Paul graduated from Central High School and was united in marriage to Donna Monn on October 15, 1955. He served honorably...

Oct 19, 2023

Helen Kay Adams, 84, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on October 19, 2023.

She was born in Decatur, IN on January 13, 1939, a daughter of the late Arlie and Pearl Bollinger.

Helen worked at Lincoln National Life Insurance for over 30 years until her retirement in 1999.

She was a Purdue...

Oct 11, 2023

Mary Irene Halt Stratton, 72, of Ft. Wayne, died Wednesday, October 11, 2023. Mary was born March 3, 1951 to Elmer and Joyce Halt in North Liberty, Indiana. She was a graduate of Manchester College (Bachelor's degree Education) and received IPFW (Master's Degree Elementary Education and Teaching) She was employed by Whitley County Consolidated Schools as an Art Teacher...

Oct 10, 2023

George Folkner, 62, passed away on October 10, 2023, in Fort Wayne, IN.

He was born in Columbia City, IN on June 19, 1961, a son of the late George Folkner Sr. and Peggy Folkner.

George was a collector of knives and did leather work in his spare time as well as wood whittling. He...

Oct 8, 2023

Robert "Rob" Conrad Hentz, 63, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on October 8, 2023. He was born in Madison, IN on July 9, 1960, a son of the late Charles and Marcia Hentz. Rob graduated from the University of Dayton with a Bachelor's degree and went on to work for what is now BAE Systems...

Oct 5, 2023

Leslie Ann Wright, 65, passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2023 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, IN. Born in Fort Bragg, NC, Leslie was a daughter of the late Saint Elmo and Toby (McCoy) Wright. She worked at Lutheran Hospital as a Surgical Thechnician for 20 years. Leslie enjoyed swimming, tanning and crossword puzzles. She leaves...