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Evangeline Betty Eckert

1924 - 2025

Evangeline Betty Eckert obituary, 1924-2025, Fort Wayne, IN

BORN

1924

DIED

2025

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D. O. McComb and Sons - Covington Knolls

8325 Covington Rd.

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Evangeline Eckert Obituary

Evangeline Betty "Val" (Hodson) Eckert, 100, of Fort Wayne, Ind., passed away on July 8, 2025, at her residence. Born in Exeter, England on November 3, 1924, Evangeline Betty Eckert came to North America with her husband, Aldhelm Joseph Eckert, whom she married on June 15, 1945 at Brighton Sussex, England. Al and Val, as they were affectionately known, met in Lympne Kent, England, where, during World War II, Al was stationed as a member of the RCAF, and where Val served in the Women's Air Auxillary Corps (WAAF) of the Royal Air Force (RAF). From 1941 through 1945, Val worked in the Intelligence Section at Lympne Kent and as a Plotter at 11 Group Headquarters. Al and Val resided in Ontario, Canada for nine years and two of their four children were börn in Canada; Carol Teresa in 1947, and Michael Joseph in 1951. Al and Val immigrated to Fort Wayne, Indiana in the United States where Val gave birth to twins, Stephen and Philip in 1955.

Val remained a life-long resident of Fort Wayne and often volunteered for The Societies of Red Cross and St. Vincent de Paul, and delivered many 'Meals-on-Wheels' to those in need. She taught aerobics and Yoga classes for years and always made the discipline part of her daily regimens. Val was active in her children's schools and served for a time as President of Bishop Luers Mother's Club. She loved to play bridge with her friends and play golf at the Fort Wayne Country Club, where Val twice served as President of the Nine-Hole Golf Group. Val also loved to sew, knit, travel and read, especially books having anything to do with British history. She was a member of the Women's Reading Club, the Antiquarian Club, and the British Commonwealth Club.

Val is survived by children, Carol (Roger) Reed of Nevada City, California, Michael (Laura) Eckert, and Stephen (Diane) Eckert, both of Fort Wayne, daughter-in-law, Janie Eckert; ten grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Val was preceded in death by husband, Aldhelm, on May 31, 2012; and son, Philip, on June 28, 2005. Mass of Christian Burial is 11 AM, Thursday, July 17, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 10700 Aboite Center Rd, Fort Wayne with calling one hour prior, the Rev. George Henninger officiating.

Memorial Contributions may be directed to Humane Fort Wayne, 901 Leesburg Rd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46808 or St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, at 10700 Aboite Center Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804. Arrangements entrusted to D.O. Mccomb & Sons Funeral Homes - Covington Knolls. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.mccombcares.com.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Jul. 12, 2025.

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Clare Skevington

July 21, 2025

My parents, Jack and Teresa Skevington, were long time friends with Val and Al and always enjoyed their company. They would often celebrate their anniversary together as they shared the same date of June 15. Sending prayers to the family for comfort and peace.

Barbara Anderson, RN

July 14, 2025

Val was always one of my favorites. She always had a smile and I always enjoyed her stories (Al's, too). My condolences for your loss, and prayers for peace and strength as you all navigate life without dear Val.

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Mass of Christian Burial

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10700 Aboite Center Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804

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