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Divine Mercy Funeral Home - Fort Wayne

3500 Lake Avenue

Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Aug. 29, 2025

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church

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Kenneth Cater Obituary

Kenneth E. Cater, 64, of Fort Wayne, passed away on August 24, 2025, He was born in Fort Wayne on October 19th, 1960, to the late Ross and Georgana (Momper) Cater. Though Kenny faced challenges, he never let them define him. Kenny lived his life with joy and perseverance. He was part of the Easterseals Arc of Northeast Indiana community, where he made life long friendships and was deeply cherished by everyone he knew. Kenny held numerous jobs over the years including working in restaurants, fast-food, landscaping for Canterbury Green and cleaning for the Federal Building. In his free time, Kenny enjoyed bowling, swimming, and was a proud participant in the Special Olympics, earning multiple medals. Kenny is survived by his siblings, Stanley Cater, Janet (Dean) Stillman, Gary Cater, and Brian (Kimberly) Cater; sister-in-law, Renee Cater; 10 nieces and nephews; and 3 great-nieces and -nephews. He is preceded in death by brother Richard Cater; and sister-in-law Kathleen Cater. A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated on Friday, 8/29, at 10:30 AM at Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 4916 Trier Road, Fort Wayne, IN, with Calling from 9:30 until 10:30 AM at the Church. Burial will follow at the Catholic Cemetery. Memorials in Kenny's memory may be directed to Easterseals Arc of Northeast Indiana. Share fond memories and condolences at www.divinemercyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Aug. 27, 2025.

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Aug

29

Service

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church

4916 Trier Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815

Aug

29

Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m.

Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church

4916 Trier Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815

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Divine Mercy Funeral Home - Fort Wayne

3500 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805

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