Jennie QuinnCalhoun
, Indiana
Mrs. Jennie Irene QuinnCalhoun was born on August 28 1949 to the late Eulies and Ethel Quinn in Dalton Georgia. Jennie attended Emory Street School for black students in Dalton Georgia from 1st grade to 12th grade. Jennies class was the last class to graduate before the school closed in 1967. In 1968 black students had to integrate to white schools. Jennie was married to the late Bobby Calhoun and in that marriage she had four boys Jerald DaVon Chante and Willie. Jennie and her family relocated to Fort Wayne Indiana in 1982 where she gave her life to Christ. She was an active member of the Community Baptist Church where she served the Lord and served as the secretary of the missionary society until her health started to fail. Jennie Irene loved the Lord whole heartedly and she loved her family. Jennie leaves her cherished love and memories to…
— Read Full Obituary —
Thurman "T.C." Brown
, Indiana
Thurman Charles "T.C." Brown was born March 19 1964 to the late Charles and Elizabeth "Crack" Brown in Fort Wayne IN and departed this life on Thursday July 16 2026. The baby boy of five children T.C. accepted Christ at an early age. He was a member of Union Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Clyde Adams where he was a member of the young adult choir. T.C. attended Elmhurst High School graduating in 1982 where he played on the football team and ran track. After high school T.C. played semipro football and also coached metro football for many years. T.C. was employed at Wood Youth Center for many years after which he then went to work for Fort Wayne Community Schools where he retired in 2023 after 36 years. T.C. loved his job and working with children as he had found his passion of serving and mentoring…
— Read Full Obituary —
Alyssa Chapman
, Indiana
Alyssa Adrienne Chapman was born October 2 1961 in Fort Wayne Indiana to the late Lincoln and Rosetta Caldwell Chapman. She was called home to be with the Lord Friday July 3 2026 at the age of 64. As a member of Pilgrim Baptist Church Alyssa accepted Christ and was baptized at a young age. She continued her walk with God later joining Unity Christian Fellowship church. Alyssa graduated from South Side High School in 1980. Although she was invited to join the Navys Nuclear Physics program at 17 Alyssa continued her education at Indiana University Bloomington and later IPFW Fort Wayne. Alyssas relationship with her familys business began at her fathers skating rink on Jefferson Boulevard. As the business transitioned from the skating rink to the multifaceted facility on Creighton Avenue she took on various roles. In the early 2000s Alyssa obtained additional work experience while employed at CDS…
— Read Full Obituary —
Terry Rainey
, Indiana
Terry Vern Rainey 61 of Ft Wayne In. passed away peacefully at Parkview Regional Hospital on June 21 2026 at 328am. He was born in Sharon Pennsylvania on November 1 1964 to the late Thomas Vern Rainey and the late Betty Jean Shuttleworth Rainey. He is survived by his six siblings William Thomas Rainey Donald Dale Rainey Michael Jay Rainey Robert Raymond Rainey Douglas Alan Rainey and sister Lori Jean Rainey his niece Aleciah Rainey and his best friend of 35 years Marian Lindsey who resides in Ft Wayne IN. He was preceded in death by a son Terry Vern Rainey Jr. Terry worked in Ft. Wayne as a telemarketer for the Paralyzed Hoosier Veterans or PHV for most of his life. He was the top salesman of any telemarketer. He loved his job and worked hard to get his sales. He had a good clientele who bought from him…
— Read Full Obituary —
Virgil Beasley
, Indiana
Virgil Lee Beasley 90 of Ft. Wayne parted this life on July 30 2026.He was bornonApril 101936to John Henry Beasley and Sarah Ester Drake. As a childhe grew up in Alabama with his 8 siblings.As an adult he eventually moved to AtlantaGeorgiaand found employment thereas well ashis future wife Mary FlukerBeasley. Around the year 1970 he moved to Fort Wayne Indiana wherehe landed a job at General MotorsinDefianceOhiowhich is where he retired from. Virgil committed his life toChrist attending Emmanuel Baptist Church and laterhejoinedGreater Faith Baptist Church becominga deacon. He absolutely enjoyed going to church and being a member of the Masons for years. He leaves to cherish his memorythreedaughters Emma Jean BeasleyNoel of Orlando Florida Sarah BeasleyFerguson of Opelika Alabama and SharonFlukerBeasley of Ft. Wayne Indiana2 stepsons Kenneth Fluker of Tucson Arizona and Dexter Fluker of Ft. Wayne Indiana a special cousin William Pryor of Ft. Wayne Indiana grandchildren…
— Read Full Obituary —
Ella Taylor
, Indiana
Mother Ella Mae McCrary Taylor 91 peacefully transitioned into glory on July 25 2026 at Lutheran Life Villages where she had resided for the past four and a half years. Known for her unwavering faith and positive outlook Ella Maes response to how she was doing was always Im Blessed ensuring everyone around her knew it Ella Mae was born on January 7 1935 in Columbus Mississippi as the first of thirteen siblings to her parents Syretha Johnson McCrary and Payton McCrary Sr. Her upbringing in a large family established her sense of community and devotion which she carried throughout her life. A devoted church mother Ella Mae was an integral part of the Tree of Life Missionary Baptist Church led by her longtime friends Pastor Mozell Olivia Davis Sr. She was an honorary church member director of the youth children choir and served as the Nurses Aid President for…
— Read Full Obituary —
Jerome Walters
, Indiana
Jerome Franklin Walters passed away on Friday July 31 2026. He was 83 years old. Jerry was born in Chicago IL on August 21942 to Hazel Walters. They lived in Chicago for 2 years before moving to Fort Wayne IN where he was raised. He was the oldest of two children with one brother Rory Walters. He attended Central High School and was part of the Cheerleading team. He served in the Navy from 19621965 as a medical assistant aboard the ship USS Ashtabula around the Philippines. He worked at Harvester from 1964 to 1973. Jerry worked at Trimline striping cars. He also taught diving and swimming at Club Olympia. Jerry worked at State Schoolhe was a city bus driver a janitor and was selfemployed at several different hustles cleaning carpets a shade tree mechanic and commercial and residential cleaning. Jerry married the love of his life Delores Webb on…
— Read Full Obituary —
Virginia HallTarver
, Indiana
Mother Virginia Blondell Rush HallTarver was born on Sunday September 26 1927 in Charleston Missouri to the late Ellis and Louise Rush. From the very beginning God had His hand upon her life shaping a woman whose legacy would be marked by faith service excellence and unwavering love. Virginia was reared in a Christian home where faith was the foundation of family life. At an early age she accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior and remained devoted to Him throughout her entire life. She faithfully served in the church from childhood and demonstrated a deep love for God that never wavered. A gifted student Virginia graduated from Lincoln High School as an honor student ranking among the top two students in her graduating class. Virginias entrepreneurial spirit led her to pursue a career in cosmetology. In 1953 she graduated from Stovall House of Beauty Culture and immediately fulfilled her dream…
— Read Full Obituary —
Jerry Austin Jr.
, Indiana
On October 30 1953 Jerry James Austin Jr. was born to Jerry James Austin Sr. and Ludelia Cook Austin. He attended Hueytown High School during the 1970s where he received his education and formed many lifelong friendships. In his thirties Jerry accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and was baptized at True Love Baptist Church in Fort Wayne Indiana. His faith became the foundation of his life and guided the love compassion and generosity he shared with others. Jerry was a loving husband caring grandfather family man amazing cook and loyal friend. He was known for his kind heart warm spirit and willingness to help anyone in need. He cherished spending time with his family and leaves behind a legacy of love strength and faith that will continue to live on through those who knew and loved him. On Saturday August 1 2026 Jerry James Austin Jr. peacefully…
— Read Full Obituary —
Toya Finan
, Indiana
Toya R. Finan a beloved resident of Fort Wayne Indiana passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on August 10 2026 at the age of 63. Born and raised in the heart of Fort Wayne Toya was a woman defined by her warmth her deep connections to those she held dear and a spirit that radiated joy in every simple moment. Her days were brightened by the things she loved most curling up to watch episodes of Columbo sharing long heartfelt conversations over the phone with her family and friends and capturing the beauty of life through her camera lens. Toya never missed an opportunity to take a picture wanting to preserve the memories of those she loved. She found immense happiness in family barbecues where her laughter and presence brought everyone together. She also cherished her quiet leisure time which was often spent playing with and spoiling her…
— Read Full Obituary —
New obituaries are published each day. Bookmark this page or visit us again tomorrow.