All Obituaries

Jerry Lee Tinkham, 74 of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away on January 24th, 2023. He was born on March 2nd, 1949 to Woodrow and Catherine Tinkham. Jerry worked as a Journeyman Millwright Harvester. Jerry loved many things in life especially his wife, kids, and grandkids. Rest in Peace. He is survived by his lovely Wife; Carolyn Sue Tinkham, Son; Shane Tinkham, Daughter; Salena Golden, Step Daughter; Teresa Richardson, Step son; Justin Richardson, Grand Children; James...

Jim Garrison, 67, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. He was born on December 9, 1955 to James and Sandy Garrison. Jim had a love for cars, racing, and everything Chevrolet.  You could always find him in the shop helping out a friend or family member with his unlimited knowledge of anything that required tools. When he wasn’t helping others, you could find him driving or customizing his beloved C5 Corvette. Jim also loved spending time with and walking his...

Paul Ellerbrock 81 years old of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away on January 20, 2023.  He was born on February 17, 1941 to Anna and Henry Ellerbrock of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where he resided until he moved to Fort Wayne in 1970. he was employed by Lincoln National Life for over 28 years. In his retirement years he enjoyed traveling, gardening, mowing with his tractor, working puzzles, following Pittsburgh sports teams, and involvement with his grandchildren, family and...

Sharon E. Robinson, 83 of Fort Wayne passed away peacefully on Friday January 20, 2023. Sharon was born in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Donald and Marjorie Longberry. After her retirement from Magnavox, she worked as a pharmacy technician at Keltsch Pharmacy. Her hobbies included quilting, reading and gardening. She is survived by her children, Ronald (Sami) Kase, Deborah (Trevor) Alles, Cynthia Robinson, Janet Redwanski, Pamela (John) Wagner, and Lorraine Tran, along with 10 grandchildren and...

Stephanie Jane Jex, 41, of Fort Wayne Indiana passed away on January 19th 2023. She was born on January 16th of 1982 to Dean Jex and Laura Walsh. Stephanie had recently been working for Dana Corporations and as she did she make a few good friends. She was an enthusiastic mother and loved music. She played the flute fluently in her younger years but her love of the flute brought a desire to play the piano. She loved the outdoors, was an extremely intelligent and beautiful woman that always...

Michael Williams, 60, of Fort Wayne passed away on January 17th, 2023. He was born March 5th,1962 to Wendle and Jane Magley. Michaels Hobbies included Motorcycles, Guns, Baseball, the Colts, and outdoor activities. Michael was proceeded in death by his stepson, Sean Stasney and his brother Chris Williams.  He is survived by wife Dianne, Stepchildren Karen Sneed (Pat), John Stasney (Beth) and son Michael Williams (Meghan), as well as 9 grandchildren and 2 great...

Carol June Smith, born in Huntington, Indiana, passed away peacefully at Kingston Care Center on Sunday, January 15, 2023.  She was born June 11, 1930 in Huntington, Indiana, to Carl and Lela (Hare) Jackson.  On September 11, 1949 she married Clarence E “Red” Smith, the Love of her life.   In their 67 years together they had 5 children, and numerous pets until he passed away February 1, 2016.   Carol worked at Caswell-Runyan in Huntington, and later...

Matthew Paul Tustison, 49, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away on January 15th, 2023. He was born on February 27th, 1973 to Terry and Lynne(Gottschalke) Tustison. Services will be held at Midwest Funeral Home on January 28th, 2023 from noon-2pm   

Kelly O’Brien, age 91, of Fort Wayne passed away Saturday January 14, 2023 in his home in Fort Wayne. He was born May 11, 1931 in Flemingsburg, Kentucky to Kelly O’Brien and Daisy (Call) O’Brien. He honorably served his country in the medical unit in the United States Airforce during the Korean War. Kelly was a retired business owner. He owned and operated the Hideway in Bluffton for several years before owning and operating his own car dealership for over 20 years. He was...

Phillip Joseph Martin, 64 of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on January 10, 2023. He was born June 4, 1958 to Edward and Josephine Martin. Phillip loved Alabama football and singing karaoke. He enjoyed live sporting events and spending time with family. He is proceeded in death to his parents and brother Eddie Martin. He is survived by wife Rene (Clark), step children Jeremy Meehling (Tracy), Amber Elkins, Ashley Hamblen (Seth). He is also survived by his brother Bill Martin (Debbie), two sisters...