Mary Elizabeth Short's obituary , Passed away on June 17, 2025 in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Mary Elizabeth Short

August 23, 1937 - June 17, 2025 (87 years old)

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Mary Elizabeth Short's obituary , Passed away on June 17, 2025 in Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Mary Elizabeth Short

August 23, 1937 - June 17, 2025 (87 years old)

Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Mary Elizabeth Short Obituary

We bid farewell to Mary Elizabeth Short of Fort Wayne, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 17, 2025 at the age of 87. Mary Elizabeth touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Elizabeth Short to pay them a last tribute.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Mary Elizabeth's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Mary Elizabeth's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Wilfred Selle and Elizabeth Selle; and her husband Robert Short. She is survived by: her children, Susan Snyder (Wayne) and Scott Short (Robert Stipicevich); her grandsons, Matt Snyder (Sarah) and Chris Snyder (Kelsey); and her siblings, Ellen Hargis Miller, Barb Kiser and Richard Selle (Marti). She is also survived by four great-grandchildren.

Memorial donations may be made to the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre, in memory of Mary Short at http://www.bit.ly.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Divine Mercy Funeral Home



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June 21, 2025

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“Scott and Susan, I did your mother's hair for many, many years and she has been a great friend to me and my daughter Marni. She and Bob were both wonderful peop!e and I cherished both of their friendships....your mom and I kept in touch through lunches and texts...I was very sad to see this and will be keeping you all in my prayers.... Cindi (Anderson) Timma”


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