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William Wykoff Obituary

William R. "Bill" Wykoff, 69, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away on November 1, 2023, he was born in Madison, IN and was a graduate of Wayne High School. In his early years, Bill worked in the restaurant industry in Fort Wayne, and later for medical and business suppliers as a delivery driver. He loved all types of music and attending concerts with friends. Bill loved making new friends and will be remembered for his caring and supporting nature. He is survived by his mother, Wilma Wykoff of New Carlisle, IN; sisters, Barbara (John) Rowlett of Fort Wayne and Beverly (Tim) Long of New Carlisle, IN; several nieces, nephews, and his dear friend, Ivy Teders of Fort Wayne. William was preceded in death by his father William Wykoff in May of 1999. Service is 2:00 pm, Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 6557 N. Clinton St. with calling two hours prior beginning at 12:00 pm. Burial at Leo Memorial Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Community Harvest Food Bank. To sign the online guestbook, go to www.fairhavenfortwayne.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Nov. 11, 2023.

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FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services

6557 N Clinton Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46825

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15

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2:00 p.m.

FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services

6557 N Clinton Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46825

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