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Frederick Alexander Sleet

Frederick Alexander Sleet obituary

Frederick Sleet Obituary

Pastor Frederick Alexander Sleet, 73, of Fort Wayne, passed away on April 29, 2025, was born March 29, 1952, in Anderson, Indiana, to the late Frederick Lloyd Sleet and Mary Helen Alexander Sleet. He is the oldest of 5 children, being the only son. His 4 sisters are Cynthia Gentry; Pamela Sleet, Nettie Newsome and Ingrid Sleet. Nettie Newsome, passed away at the age of 57, on March 26, 2018. He had been serving as the Pastor/Servant of St. John Missionary Baptist since February 13, 2005.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn J. Sleet; children, Corey Sleet, Roderick (Kristian) Sleet and Alexis Sleet; grandsons, Eric Scott Jr. and expecting, Thomas-Lloyd Alexander Sleet; Goddaughter Denise Lynch; grand-Godchildren Jeremiah Anderson; Jo'Nia Larry; twins, Joviair and Jocelyn Larry; Sisters, Cynthia Gentry of Decatur, Alabama; Pamela Sleet of Davidson, North Carolina, Ingrid Sleet and Felta Carter of Anderson, Indiana. Visitation will be on Thursday, May 8th, 2025 at St. John Missionary Baptist Church (2421 S Hanna St, Fort Wayne, IN 46803) from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Celebration of Life will be on Friday, May 9th, 2025 at Pilgram Missionary Baptist Church of Fort Wayne (1331 Gay St, Fort Wayne, IN 46803) at 11:00 am. A private burial will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Ministries at St. John Missionary Baptist Church Pastor Marcus Lowe Sr.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on May 3, 2025.

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Deacon Arlester Benton; Sibling of Alva Benton Fuller

May 7, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Destiny King

May 5, 2025

Mrs. Sleet, children, grandchildren, and all family member. Jesus Christ is with all of you, praying for all. "A beautiful soul, faithful and dedicated servant will never be forgotten." God blessing and much love

Durwyn and Erna Duncan

May 3, 2025

We send much love and prayers for the lovely family. All of us remember his kindness,sense of humor and his deep love of you,the family .
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Pastors Lawrence and Vanessa Custard, Contending for the Faith Full Gospel

May 3, 2025

Our deepest condolences to the Sleet family. May the Holy Spirit give you comfort and peace during your time of loss.

Pastors Lawrence and Vanessa Custard

May 3, 2025

Our deepest condolences to the Sleet family. May the Holy Spirit give you comfort and peace during your time of loss.

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8

Visitation

4:00 p.m.

St. John Missionary Baptist Church

2421 S. Hanna Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46803

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Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church

1331 Gay Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46803

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