Richard I. Fackler

Richard I. “Dick” Fackler, 78, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2015, at his home.

He was born in Van Wert County, the son of Leo and Marie Fackler, who both preceded him in death. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Haines City, Florida, where he had a winter home for the past 15 years. He also attended Blackhawk Ministries in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

For the past 30 years, Dick was an independent insurance salesman and had formerly owned Dick’s IGA in Convoy. Dick was a sports enthusiast who played golf in the Arlington Park Senior League and was an avid Ohio State University and Indianapolis Colts fan.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Ethel; four children, Terry (Beth) Fackler and Beth Anne (John) Pea, both of Fort Wayne, Jon (Cindy) Fackler of Loveland and Jean Ann Weise of San Tan, Arizona; 16 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Two brothers, Leo Jr. and Glen, also preceded him in death.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 20, at Blackhawk Ministries, 7400 E. State Blvd. in Fort Wayne, with Deacon Neil Clay and Elder Bill Archer officiating.

Calling hours are 2-8 p.m. Friday, June 19, at E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, 740 E. State Road, 930 East in New Haven, Indiana, and an hour prior to services Saturday at the church.

Preferred memorials: Southern Care Hospice or Blackhawk Ministries Finish Strong.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.harperfuneralhome.com.