Stephan C. DeWitt

Stephan C. DeWitt, 70, of Fort Wayne passed away on Saturday, March 9, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home, Fort Wayne. A native of Fort Wayne, he was a son of the late Donald and Gertrude (Meyer) DeWitt. Steve graduated from Central High School, worked in the engineering field for most of his life, and was owner of Brother’s Screen Print. Steve was an active member of Trinity English Lutheran Church, the Dirty Hands Ministry, and Habitat for Humanity. Steve loved the lake and fishing, and was always the life of the party.

He is survived by Rebecca A. DeWitt and children Stephanie (Chuck) Haft, Jeff (Julie) DeWitt, Heather (Patrick) Gillan, Melissa Miokovic, and Emily DeWitt; grandchildren, Hunter, Bryson, Caden, Bryana, Noah, Henry, Max, Charlotte, and Parker; sister Linda (Donald) Swary; brother Thomas (Marilyn) DeWitt; and his beloved dog Lizzie. He was also preceded in death by brothers Donald Ellenwood and David DeWitt.

Funeral Service will be held at 2:30 PM Wednesday, March 13, at Trinity English Lutheran Church, 405 W. Wayne Street, Fort Wayne, with calling one hour prior at church. Calling will also be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM Tuesday March 12, at Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Homes, Wayne Street Chapel, 420 W. Wayne Street, Fort Wayne. Per Steve’s wishes, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control or Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home.