Frances Fifer's obituary , Passed away on February 10, 2026 in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Frances Fifer

June 20, 1928 - February 10, 2026 (97 years old)

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Frances Fifer's obituary , Passed away on February 10, 2026 in Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Frances Fifer

June 20, 1928 - February 10, 2026 (97 years old)

Fort Wayne, Indiana

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The memory of Frances Fifer of Fort Wayne, Indiana, who passed away on February 10, 2026 at the age of 97, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Frances Fifer to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Eli Sell and Ruth Sell (Smith); her husband Donald Fifer Sr. of Valentine's Day; her sons, Richard and Loren; her grandson Matthew Fifer; her siblings, Gladys Huth, Mary Schick, Sylvester "Buddy" Sell, Ralph Sell, Eddie Sell, Irene Cripe and Nolan Sell; and her grandson-in-law Pete Duran.

She is survived by: her children, Donald Fifer (Donna) and Patricia Updike (Mike); her grandchildren, Jon Fifer, David Fifer, Vanessa Donahoe, Ronnie Fifer (Laura), Andy Fifer (Mandy), Richard Fifer (Amy), Barbara Fifer (Jackie), Natascha Kenemore and Nitalya Duran; her great grandchildren, Brandon, Brittany, Tiffany, Jonathan, Richard, David, Michelle, Landon, Chloe, Sonya, Emily (Noah) and Kaylee; and her sisters, Juanita Dillion and Martha "Marti" Ball. She is also survived by 15 great-great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association or the American Heart Association.

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Covington Memorial Funeral Home
8408 Covington Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804

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Feb 19

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8408 Covington Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804

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Feb 19

Graveside service

Covington Memorial Gardens
8408 Covington Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804

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