All Obituaries

Brenda O. Sutte was born August 19, 1953, in Fort Wayne, Indiana to the late J. Freeman and Louise Suttle. Brenda at the age of 64, departed this life on Thursday, May 10, 2018.  She is survived by her sister, Jeanette Ebron, three sons; James Suttle of Chicago, IL, Keith (Rolunda Jean) Suttle, Sr., Terrence (Twyla) Suttle and one daughter, Shantell Suttle as well as grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and friends. She was preceded...

Willie Jr. Holley was born to the late Willie Hubert Cook and the late Margaret Ann Holley on June 12, 1961 in Moundville, Alabama. He passed away on May 5, 2018 in his home. He accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Antioch Baptist Church under the late C.E. Walker. He graduated from Elmhurst High School in 1980. Willie spent over 20 years with his partner, the late Loretta Williamson, and with her he had two daughters, Shalanda D. Holley and Keyhora R....

Martino "Marty" Martin, 54, passed away on on Saturday, May 5, 2018. He was preceded in death by his mother Trudy Martin. He leaves to mourn, his father, Freddie Martin, three daughters, Chiquita and Marquitia Warren and Shamyria Liston, four siblings, Somya Rencher, Dawn (Isaac) Townsend, Tracey (Shawn ) Lewter, and Fredrico Martin, and girlfriend, Alisha Weemes along with a host of family and friends. Martino worked for Dana for 25 years. Service will be Saturday, May 12, 2018...

Domonico J. Hogue, 33, passed away on Wednesday, May 2, 2018.  He leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Angela Hogue-Ayeni and Richard King. Service will be Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Kingdom Door Christian Worship Center, 1004 East Pontiac Street at 4:00 P.M. with viewing one hour prior. Care entrusted to Nelson Memorial Gardens, Inc. 

ALASTAIR CORDELL STEPHENS, 38, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, May 8, 2018. Born Oct. 8, 1979, in Fort Wayne, he was a son of Doris Stephens of Fort Wayne and John (Michelle) Stephens of Birmingham, Ala. Also surviving are his children, Mia Woods and Eirie'onna Scruggs, both of Fort Wayne, Aldayshein Morgan of Xenia, Ohio, Alastair Jr. and Isaiah Hawkins, both of Fort Wayne; sisters, Tequila Stephens of Fort Wayne, Shequida (Ryan) Simmons of Atlanta, Ga.; and brothers, Chon,...

Donald Kelly, 61, passed away on Monday, April 30, 2018. Service will be Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Turner Chapel A.M.E, 836 E. Jefferson Blvd., at 11:00 A.M. Calling will be Friday, May 4, 2018 from 6-8 P.M. at the church also. Care entrusted to Nelson Memorial Gardens, Inc.

Barbara Jean Laster was born October 22, 1959 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, She was awarded her wings on April 20, 2018 while surrounded by her family and loved ones. Barbara accepted Christ at an early age and a true child of God. She enjoyed writing, reading the Bible, knitting, and spending time with her loved ones.Barbara leaves to cherish her memory her children, LaToya G. Falkner, Lloyd Laster, Jr., and Aurelia Laster; her mother, Irene Dotson,; her siblings, Robert Lymon, Jackie...

Lorene M. Carr, 72 of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on Wednesday, April 18, 2018. She was a Central High School graduate. She also worked as a caregiver in many facilities while attending Ivy Tech College and graduating at the astonishing age of 53! Lorene leaves to cherish her memory, her daughter and only child, Bronda U. Martin, of fort Wayne, IN., along with many other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in...

Darius Boone, 14, of Fort Wayne Indiana, passed peacefully Monday, April 16, 2018 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born to Martha Armstrong , and Darryl Boone Sr. , December 23, 2003 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Darius attended Miami Middle School and was in the 8th grade. He displayed a wonderful talent of videography and had a warm spirit that radiated off of him on to others. Darius lived his life to the fullest through simple pleasures: being an amazing dancer, and...

Thomas L. Tevis,75, passed away on Thursday, April 19, 2018 surrounded by family members and other loved ones. Service will be Monday, April 23, 2018 at New Zion Tabernacle, 1835 Spring Street, at 1 p.m. with calling two hours prior. Care entrusted to Nelson Memorial Gardens, Inc.