All Obituaries

Ronald "Governor" Vaughn, 74, was born on Friday, September 28, 1945 in Bessemer, Alabama. Ronald departed this life on Tuesday, March 24 2020. Ronald later moved to Fort Wayne, Indiana where he graduated from Central High School. He then retired from Dana Corporation after thirty-seven years of service. Ronald enjoyed spending time with his family and traveling. Ronald is survived by his son; Christopher (Katherine) Stowers, his siblings; Josie Brook of Bessemer, Alabama, Eugene...

Daryl Javon “Vonnie” Williams was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on May 27, 1968. Vonnie departed this life at his home on March 29, 2020. To know Vonnie is to love him. From a young boy he had a strong love for sports. Vonnie attended Northrop High School. Where he excelled in football, basketball, and track and field. After high school he attended Illinois State University, where he was a member of the school’s football team. Vonnie was a devoted father, brother, uncle,...

Kathy Marie Bowers 62 passed away unexpectedly on Thursday March 26, 2020 at her home. She was born on August 26, 1957. Kathy enjoyed cooking, talking on the phone, spending time with her family, and eating seafood. Kathy was a University of Saint Francis graduate. She had a passion for helping victims of domestic violence. Kathy is survived by her children Takatina Bowers (Eric Grandberry), Tashia (Alfred) Woods, Taccarra Bowers, Melvin Bowers, Denzel Bowers, and Keyontay Bowers (Joseline...

Carl James Minniefield was born in Anderson, Indiana on January 25, 1947, he went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday March 25, 2020 at home.  He leaves to cherish his memory his daughter Juanita Murry, son; Carter James Minniefield,  his sister; Pamela J. Kirkendoll, his grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. Jimmy loved to fish and take daily bike rides. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents Carl James Sr and Juanita Minniefield,  his son Paco and...

Wayne Rodney Medina, 71, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Parkview Hospital (Randalia). Mr. Medina was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on Monday, November 15, 1948 to the late Wallace and Doris Medina. 

Wilma R. Williams, 81, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday March 17, 2020 at Lutheran Life Villages (South Anthony Blvd.) surrounded by loved ones. She leaves to cherish her memory, her daughters; Patsy Letchaw, Melissa Reed Childs, Althea Reed Watson, and Bonita Mosley. No services are scheduled at this time. Care entrusted to Nelson Memorial Gardens, Inc. All floral arrangements for Mrs. Wilma Williams should be delivered to the funeral home Thursday, March 26, 2020 after 9:00 A.M....

Terry D. Young, 60, was born Saturday, October 17, 1959 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to the late Elige Sr., and Annie D. Young. Terry passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at his home.   Terry graduated from R. Nelson Snider High School and also had a degree in maintenance. Terry worked various jobs over the years. Terry was baptized and accepted Christ as his Lord and savior at an early age. Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Elige, Sr., and Annie D. Young, a sister; Yvonne M....

Tonisha Tearra Richardson, 25, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2020. Service is Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Kingdom Door Christian Worship Center, 1004 East Pontiac Street at 11:00 A.M. Care entrusted to Nelson Memorial Gardens, Inc.

Jeffrey Tolbert, Sr., 54, a loving father, son, brother, companion, nephew, cousin, friend, and an avid sports fan, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2020. Services to honor his life will be held on Friday, March 6, 2020 at 12:00 P.M. with viewing one hour prior at Southern Heights Baptist Church located at 4001 S. Anthony Street, Fort Wayne, IN. Care entrusted to Nelson Memorial Gardens, Inc.

Annie Marie Stewart was born on October 31, 1943 to the late Samuel and LeAnna Wright in St. Charles, Arkansas. She attended Immanuel High School, Class of 1962, in Almyra, Arkansas. Annie, affectionately known as “Sis,” had a passion for caring for her grandchildren and picking and cleaning greens to put in her freezer. Annie confessed Christ at an early age and was a member of New Jerusalem Church of God in Christ in Dewitt, Arkansas under the leadership of Elder Lewis. In...