Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1958
DIED
2020
FUNERAL HOME
Brian Fights Obituary
Berne - Brian Christopher Fights (Woodchuck) age 61, of Berne, Indiana, died May 26, 2020 from a work-related accident in Huntington County, IN.
He was born to Robert Lugene and Virginia Ruth (Maddy) Fights on November 5, 1958. When young he sang with his family at churches and fairs. He graduated from Blackford County High School in 1978. He worked for R. L. McCoy for the past 18 years.
Brian was a kind and helpful man who loved God's word. He enjoyed camping with his children, fishing, climbing and cutting trees and firewood, coffee and conversation with friends and family and a good pie. Brian had a cheerful and pleasant demeaner and will be sorely missed by his many friends and family.
He was proceeded in death by his father, Robert Lugene Fights and his sister Mona Lynn Fights. Survived by His wife Janeen K. (Schaadt) Fights, mother, Virginia R. Fights, children; Robert (Bobby) M. Fights, Nikki M.E. Addison, Doug M. Fights, and Russell D. (Rusty) Fights; brothers, Ronald E. Fights, Dean O. Fights, Paul G. Fights; sisters, Sharon A. Gross, Cindy J. Ervin, Laura L. Reynolds, Karen L. Roberts, Tina K. Freeman, Suzie M. Crabtree, one granddaughter and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, June 1, 2020 in Waters Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington St., Hartford City with Dean Fights presiding. Burial will follow in Matthews Cemetery.
Friends may call from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday prior to the service. Brian's favorite attire was flannel shirt and boots - feel free to attend in your flannel shirt, boots optional.
Visit WatersFuneralHomes.com to sign the guestbook.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Brian Fights
Sponsored by Waters Funeral Home.
Make a Donation
in Brian Fights's name
Memorial Events
for Brian Fights
Jun
1
Jun
1
How to support Brian's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Brian Fights's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
