Alfred "Al" Louis Figel
May 15, 2026
Alfred “Al” Louis Figel, 73, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born on December 4, 1952, at Methodist Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Al lived a life defined by service, athleticism, humor, and deep devotion to family and friends.
Al is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Meribeth; his daughters, Molly (Tim) Ittenbach...
Rickie Allen McSorley
May 2, 2026
Rickie “Rick” Allen McSorley, 76, of Churubusco, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026, at his home. He was born December 26, 1949, in Fort Wayne to the late Arthur and Jennie V. (Payne) McSorley.
Rick was a member of the 1970 graduating class of Snider High School. He married the love of his life, Betsy Lambert, on July 1, 1980, sharing...
Kathryn L. Clark
May 1, 2026
Kathryn Luella Clark, affectionately known as Kathy, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born on July 7, 1931, in Danville, Illinois, Kathy was the daughter of Donald and Ruby Bunch.
Kathy had a profound love for travel, journeying with friends and church groups to destinations such as California, Ireland, Jerusalem, and Canada. In earlier years, Kathy...
Bonnie Jo Walowich
Apr 30, 2026
Bonnie Jo Walowich, 90, of Oakdale, California, passed away peacefully at home on April 30, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Born in Fort Wayne, Bonnie dedicated her life to faith, family, and service. She spent over 50 years running children’s daycare, where she cared for and positively influenced generations of families. In 2015, Bonnie moved to California to be closer to...
Irmhild Niederholtmeyer
Apr 30, 2026
Irmhild “Irma” Niederholtmeyer, 81, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away peacefully on April 30th 2026. Her life began within the bustling district of Wintersdorf-Altenburg, East Germany on August 28th 1944 to the late Fritz and Frieda Kroeber. Her childhood consisted of playing in the streets and walking to school along the Kirchgasse. After her initial immigration to West Germany at...
Anna J. McDonald
Apr 30, 2026
Anna J. (Sutton) McDonald, 90 of Ossian went to be with Jesus Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Markle Health and Rehabilitation. She was born in Lee County, Virginia on August 10, 1935, to Henry Jr. and Rhoda Catherine Sutton.
She moved to Fort Wayne in 1957 and met her husband, George McDonald, the love of her life. They were married in...
Edith A. Lesh
Apr 28, 2026
Edith A. Lesh, 92, went home to her Heavenly Father on April 28, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on March 10, 1934, in Ashtabula, Ohio, and dedicated much of her life to her family, her work, and her home, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and care that touched all who knew her.
Edith devoted 24 years...
Sharon A. Grepke
Apr 27, 2026
Sharon A. Grepke, 85, a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on April 27, 2026, at her home with family by her side. She was born on January 16, 1941, in Fort Wayne, Sharon led a life marked by dedication to her community, family, and faith.
Sharon's commitment to service was evident throughout her life. Alongside her husband of...
Geana Marie Treace
Apr 24, 2026
Geana Marie Treace 68, passed away, Friday, April 24, 2026, at her home in Fort Wayne. She was born on March 4, 1958, in Wheeling, West Virginia. Throughout her life, Geana found joy in many simple pleasures. She loved music and dancing, and enjoyed gatherings filled with cookouts and friendly games of horseshoes, lawn darts, euchre, and marbles. Exploring thrift...
Linnea C. Bartling
Apr 23, 2026
Linnea C. Bartling, a devoted pastor, educator, and avid reader, passed away peacefully at her home in Roanoke on April 23, 2026. Born on August 14, 1938, Linnea lived a life marked by faith, dedication, and a deep love for her family and community.
A graduate of Cornell University with a degree in Home Economics, Linnea’s career was as diverse as...