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With heavy hearts yet filled with gratitude, the family of Joseph Neil Westendorf, 94, announce his peaceful passing on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at his Lake Tippecanoe home, surrounded by his loving family. Joe was born April 22, 1930 in Bluffton, IN, the eldest of the five children of (the late) Joseph F. and Elsie (Beire) Westendorf. He graduated from Central Catholic High School with the Class of ‘48, served honorably in the US Air… Read more...
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Benjamin T. Johnston, 85, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on July 7, 2024, at Kingtson of Dupont. He was born on February 26, 1939, in Fort Wayne, to the late Glenn and Louise (Nahrwald) Johnston. He was a beloved husband to Elaine Johnston and a devoted father to Matthew (Megan), Mark Johnston, and Karen (Tom) Hake. Ben was also a loving grandfather to Mason Terry Johnston, Alexandra and Sydney Hake, great-grandfather to Sullivan Hake.… Read more...
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Janel A, Ryan, 75, of Fort Wayne, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024. She was born to the late Norbert and Angeline Weins. She attended Saint Peter Girls High School for three years in New York and the transferred to Cathedral Girls High School in San Diego, California, graduating in 1966. Janel was a 1970 graduate of the University of Saint Francis University and a 1977 graduate of Indiana university, MSE. Mrs. Ryan worked as… Read more...
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John Bradley Jr., 54, of Fort Wayne passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 30, 2024. He was born in Fort Wayne on June 24, 1970 to John and Sheila (Wiltshire) Bradley. Mr. Bradley began working for his parents at Bradley Door. He was a skilled carpenter and builder, traits passed down from his father. In 2001 he founded and ran Auburn Door for 20 years until he sold it to his son, Zach. John was a… Read more...
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James R. Roehling, 72, of Columbia City and formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away Monday July 1, 2024. Jim was born June 4, 1952 in Fort Wayne, the son of Edward E. Roehling and Evelyn (Ryan) Roehling Haskamp. He graduated from Central Catholic High School with the Class of ’70, and continued on to earn his Associates degree from Oakland Community College. Jim was employed by the Dana Corp., having retired after 36 years with… Read more...
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Rosinaldo A. “Tony” Marquez, 70, of Fort Wayne and Painesville OH, died Thursday June 27, 2024, at Majestic Care of New Haven. He was born February 8, 1954, in New Mexico, the son of (the late) Marcos and Maria (Valencia) Marquez. Tony served his country proudly in the US Army. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Marquez in 2006. Survivors include his daughters, Daniella Marquez-Fields of… Read more...
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Joseph P. Kraft, Jr., aged 89, passed away on June 27, 2024. He was a beloved father, husband, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Joe was born on October 12, 1934 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He graduated from Central Catholic in 1952 and attended General Electric Apprentice School, later becoming chief engineer at Fruehauf and Advance Mixer. Joe helped develop the front discharge concrete mixer. He served in the… Read more...
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Jeanice A. Irven, 86, passed away on June 27, 2024, in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Fort Wayne, IN on December 7, 1937, to the late Harry and Blanche (Deck) Underwood. . On June 7, 1986 in Fort Wayne, IN, she married David D. Irven who survives. Jeanice worked in food service at Fort Wayne’s State Developmental Center until her retirement. She is preceded in death by her parents, and sisters, Mary Palmer,… Read more...
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James R. Malsbury, 93, of Port St. Lucie, Florida, passed away May 29, 2024. He was born June 25, 1930, in Huntington, Indiana to parents Jacob and Mary Malsbury. James was retired from the U.S. Postal service. He was an active Loyal Order of Moose member for more than 40 years. James was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Victorine (Vicky) L. Malsbury, and son’s Charles and Michael Malsbury. He is survived by 2… Read more...
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Kerry Joseph Blanchette, 70, passed away at home on June 27, 2024, in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Lafayette, IN on August 18, 1953, to the late Everal L. and Rita T. (Billings) Blanchette. Kerry graduated in 1971 from St. Charles Borromeo Seminary in Joliet, IL. He graduated in 1994 from St. Francis College in Fort Wayne, IN. He was employed by North American Van Lines for 29 ½ years. He flourished in… Read more...
