Donald W. Neumann

Donald W. Neumann, 89, of Fort Wayne, passed away Monday, December 31, 2012. He was born on June 8, 1923 in Fort Wayne to the late Henry H. and Ruth (Siebold) Neumann. He served in the Army during World War II and later worked for Indiana Michigan Power before retiring in the 1970’s. He was a member of American Legion 241 and 296. He enjoyed playing baseball, building motor homes and the Elmhurst music trailer, traveling, and dancing at the legions. Surviving family include his daughters, Vicky, Sherry Neumann, Laura Moore; 13 grandchildren, and a host of great grandchildren. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Willodean Neumann, and later by a second wife, Jean Neumann; and two sons, Lenny Ackerman and Terry Neumann. A funeral service will be 11:00 am on Friday, January 4, 2013 at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Home for Funerals, 6810 Old Trail Road, Fort Wayne with visitation one hour prior. Visitation will also be from 2-4 and 6-8 pm on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to American Legion Post 296 or Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home.