Stephen Francis Wiwi

March 23, 2022 at 2:52 p.m.
Stephen Francis Wiwi
Stephen Francis Wiwi

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Stephen Francis Wiwi, 72 of Fort Wayne died March 16, 2022 in Fort Wayne, IN after his 8 year battle with pancreatic and liver cancer, and recently aggressed to his bones turning into leukemia.

Stephen was born to the late John and Martha Wiwi on August 28, 1949 in Batesville, IN. He was a member of Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, graduate of Whitewater Township Highschool and a graduate of Ball State University.

Stephen was an insurance agent for 40 year and 30 of which were at W. Robert Beyers insurance agency, and 20 years as owner retiring in 2012. Stephen was a proud member of Travelers Protective Association, Knights of Columbus and IIAI. Stephen in his early years enjoyed hunting fishing and tennis and in his later years he enjoyed nature, gardening, and cooking. After his retirement he enjoys outings with Cohen and his grandsons.

Stephen is survived by his wife of 45 years Judy (McCormick) Wiwi; son Paul (Jessica) Wiwi; sister Carol (Bob) Wiwi; grandchildren Cohen, Evan, and William Wiwi. Stephen was preceded in death by his daughter Christina Wiwi.
Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, March 22 at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, 1515 Barthold with calling one hour prior.

Visitation took place Monday, March 21, at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave., Fort Wayne. Burial will be in Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorial contributions may be made to Most Precious Blood Catholic Church or Parkview Hospice.

Special thanks to our friend Linda, IU Simon Cancer Center, Parkview Cancer Center, and Parkview hospice.

Stephen Francis Wiwi, 72 of Fort Wayne died March 16, 2022 in Fort Wayne, IN after his 8 year battle with pancreatic and liver cancer, and recently aggressed to his bones turning into leukemia.

Stephen was born to the late John and Martha Wiwi on August 28, 1949 in Batesville, IN. He was a member of Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, graduate of Whitewater Township Highschool and a graduate of Ball State University.

Stephen was an insurance agent for 40 year and 30 of which were at W. Robert Beyers insurance agency, and 20 years as owner retiring in 2012. Stephen was a proud member of Travelers Protective Association, Knights of Columbus and IIAI. Stephen in his early years enjoyed hunting fishing and tennis and in his later years he enjoyed nature, gardening, and cooking. After his retirement he enjoys outings with Cohen and his grandsons.

Stephen is survived by his wife of 45 years Judy (McCormick) Wiwi; son Paul (Jessica) Wiwi; sister Carol (Bob) Wiwi; grandchildren Cohen, Evan, and William Wiwi. Stephen was preceded in death by his daughter Christina Wiwi.
Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, March 22 at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, 1515 Barthold with calling one hour prior.

Visitation took place Monday, March 21, at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave., Fort Wayne. Burial will be in Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorial contributions may be made to Most Precious Blood Catholic Church or Parkview Hospice.

Special thanks to our friend Linda, IU Simon Cancer Center, Parkview Cancer Center, and Parkview hospice.
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