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Herbert Charles (Charlie) Winans, 92, passed away on March 23, 2023. He spent his career as an attorney in Dekalb County, Indiana. After graduating from Central Catholic High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Charlie attended Xavier College in Cincinnati, Ohio before serving in the Navy as a Gunners Mate during the Korean War. He then returned to Indiana after the war to attend Notre Dame University where he earned his doctorate in Law. Charlie chose… Read more...
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Joseph “Joe” Robert Biedenweg, 33, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023. He was born May 29, 1989 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, son of Janet Lynn (Jeff) Swan and the late Karl Steven Biedenweg. He graduated from Trine University, Angola, Indiana and was a member of Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity Beta Omicron Chapter. Joe was a Sales Rep. and F&I Manager for Sea Ray of Louisville and he enjoyed being outdoors and… Read more...
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Sophia L. Meier, 89, of Fort Wayne, passed away Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at Parkview Randallia Hospital. She was born on October 5, 1933 in Fort Wayne to the late Joseph and Olga (Kur) Redwanski. Ms. Meier retired from Magnavox in 1993 after 25 years. Sophia was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, GE Club, and the YWCA. She enjoyed Halloween, gardening, card club, cooking, Bingo, and especially loved her grandchildren. She is survived… Read more...
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George Thomas Schenkel, 30, of Fort Wayne joined our Heavenly Father on Thursday, March 30, 2023, one year after his pancreatic cancer diagnosis. George was born August 25, 1992, in Fort Wayne. He graduated from Bishop Dwenger High School in 2011, and from Ball State University in 2017. He worked at Brotherhood Mutual for 5 years before pursuing his entrepreneurial endeavors. George’s bold and uplifting presence was a gift in every circumstance, and he will… Read more...
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Patricia L. Kelly, 86, of Fort Wayne, passed away Sunday March 26, 2023 at St. Anne Home. Patty was born in Fort Wayne on September 27, 1936, to Cletus and Dorothy (Urbine) Junk, both deceased. She graduated from Central Catholic High School with the Class of ’54 and then earned her Nursing Degree at St. Mary’s College in South Bend. On April 6, 1957, Patty married Lawrence Kelly, who preceded her in death on February… Read more...
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Emma M. Lazoff on March 30, 2023. Born on January 4, 1931 in Southern Indiana, but spent most of her life in Fort Wayne. She passed away at home with her children by her side. She was a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church for over 60 years. She was preceded in passing by her husband, George Lazoff. Emma is survived by her… Read more...
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Martha J. (Marty) Gatzemeier Haag, 93, of Fort Wayne, passed peacefully from my arms into the arms of Jesus, whom she served so faithfully, on Friday March 31, 2023 at Kingston Residence. Marty was born in Havre, MT on December 7, 1929, the seventh of nine children of (the late) Edward and Anna May (Fort) Gatzemeier. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of St. Francis and her graduate degrees in Business Education and… Read more...
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Donald E. Zettelmier, 99, of Fort Wayne, died Tuesday March 28, 2023 at StoryPoint Fort Wayne North. Don was born in Middlegrove IL on December 21, 1923, the son of (the late) John W. and Winnie (Smith) Zettelmier. After high school, he went on to serve his country in the US Army Air Corps. During WWII, in China-Burma-India (CBI). On August 3, 1946, Don married Dorothy (Ringenberg) Zettelmier in Fort Wayne; she preceded him in… Read more...
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Pamela DeVido, 64, went to Heaven on Friday, March 24, 2023. She passed peacefully at Parkview Regional Medical Center surrounded by her family. Pam was the oldest of 7 children and was everyone's biggest supporter. She loved spending time with her family and friends and was always the life of the party. She was the greatest bartender for over 20 years at the Navy Club. Pam is survived by her devoted husband, David DeVido; daughters,… Read more...
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Jill E. Slater, 52, of LaGrange and formerly of Fort Wayne, died Sunday March 26, 2023 at Parkview Noble Hospital. Jill was born August 17, 1970, the daughter of (the late) Ned and Rita (Getty) Slater. She was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church, the Jesters Theatre Group at the University of St. Francis, Special Olympics, Project Promise, the Social Club at the ARC of LaGrange Co, the All-Stars at the First Church of… Read more...
