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MAURICE LOMBARDO Obituary

MAURICE LOMBARDO, 74, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at home surrounded by his loving family. Born June 7, 1944, in Fort Wayne, Maurice graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1962. He attended IPFW and served in the Air National Guard. Maurice worked in the automotive industry in sales for over 50 years including International Harvester, Kelley Chevrolet, Jasper Trucks and Summit City Chevrolet. He also owned Lombardo International in Topeka, Kan., and was a stockbroker for seven years. Maurice was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren. He loved going to the casino and spending time at Jimmerson Lake and Ft. Myers Beach, Fla., visiting friends and family. Surviving are his wife of 22 years, Jean Lombardo; daughters, Amanda (Mick) Thiel and Stacie Childers, both of Fort Wayne; three grandchildren, Camdyn Childers, Mallory and Makenna Thiel, all of Fort Wayne; sister, Madeline Lombardo of Fort Wayne; and brother, Andrew Lombardo Jr. of Fort Wayne; and many nieces and nephews that brought him much joy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Rose Lombardo; and brother, Frank Lombardo. Mass of Christian Burial is 12:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 17, 2018, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 1502 E. Wallen Road, Fort Wayne, with calling at 11 a.m. A Celebration of Life immediately following at Ceruti's Catering 6601 Innovation Blvd., Fort Wayne. Memorial donations may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, Visiting Nurse or Bishop Luers Catholic High School. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.midwestfuneralhome.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers from Sep. 14 to Sep. 16, 2018.

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Jim Ryan

September 21, 2018

I grew up with Maury when we were kids and attended St Andrews school together. I had my first piece of pizza, that his mother had made, at his house sometime in the 50's. Rest in Peace my friend.

Patrick Fraizer

September 20, 2018

I had such a blast with Maury, him and I would laugh, we did some business together, which is pure joy. He was so understanding of people and he cared a lot. I'll never forget him,
love you Maury

Angel Griggs

September 20, 2018

Jean, so sad to hear about your loss. My condolences to you and your family.

Clinkenbeard Dentistry staff

September 19, 2018

We are so sorry to hear of Maurice's passing. Thinking of you and your family through this difficult time.

Jeanne & Rich Tobias

September 18, 2018

Jean, Our deepest prayers are with you and the entire family. May sweet Maury rest comfortably now in the sweet arms of our heavenly Father.

Carolyn Grate

September 17, 2018

Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to you, Jeanie, your family and the Lombardo families. May you find comfort in knowing we care. Maury will surly be missed, May he rest in Peace.
Carolyn & Glen

Pete Zinchenko

September 17, 2018

My condolences to Jean, Stacie and the Lombardo family.

Maury could always make you laugh and he was a very kind and generous man!

He was one of kind!

Bill Hoog

September 17, 2018

My condolences to Maury's family, he was a friend. May he Rest In Peace.

Mark & Julie Campati

September 17, 2018

Jean and Lombardo family. Praying for unsurpassing peace that come from the Lord. The world has lost a man of compassion and kindness but, heaven has gained a saint that will be watching over you all.

Robert OReilly

September 16, 2018

My condolences go out to the Lombardo family.

September 16, 2018

dear Jean and family, please accept my profound condolenses and prayers...the road of IPF is one way and difficult. peace be with you... Dr.Joe Hake, Clear Lake

Ellen Schram

September 16, 2018

Jean, I am so sorry to hear of Maury's passing. He was always such a nice person. He'll be missed. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Betty Johnson

September 15, 2018

Jean & family, I'm so very sorry.
Maury was a great guy, he'll be missed.
The world just got a little darker.

Judy Loew

September 15, 2018

We all went to high school together and everyone enjoyed your smile and sense of humor. Prayers and love to you and your family.

Judy DeBolt Noe

September 15, 2018

Jean, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. Keeping you in prayers.
Sincerely,

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September 15, 2018

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Judy Poiry Gradl

September 14, 2018

My sincere condolences to the family & friends of Maury. I feel as though I knew him well, though I didn't really. He was a dear, devoted life-long friend of my brother Jim. Jim always spoke with great love, respect, and devotion for Maury.

Emily Schoenle-Grable

September 14, 2018

To the Lombardo family, my prayers and sympathy during this difficult time.
Was a neighbor and St. Andrew's grade school classmate. May Maury rest in peace.

Dave/Bev Weimer

September 14, 2018

Jean and family . . . Maury was a very special guy. So very glad to have known him and been a friend. Covering you all with love and prayers.

Cindy Morrow

September 14, 2018

Jean, so sorry for your lost! God be with you. Dave and I are on our way to grandson's wedding in Arizona,but wanted our thoughts and love to be with you.

September 14, 2018

Maury was one of our best liked classmates because he cared more about others than himself. We have lost a stalwart of our class. Bill Dillon

September 14, 2018

May the constant love of caring friends soften your sadness; may cherished memories bring you moments of comfort; may lasting peace surround your grieving hearts. Please find comfort in the promises of Almighty God that there is a hope of seeing your loved one again.. My sincere condolences.

September 14, 2018

Maurie was like no other!

Please accept our heartfelt sympathies.

Jim Piepenbrink & Susie Boggan

Barbara Horton

September 14, 2018

Lombardo family, may God give you strength during this time of loss. Deepest sympathy to you and yours.

Cecilia Kleinrichert

September 14, 2018

So very sorry for your loss of Maury! May he Rest In Peace with his parents and brother.God bless all of you!
Prayers and hugs
Cecilia Kleinrichert

Candy Brown

September 14, 2018

Mandy I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Hal & Mary Lou Coar

September 14, 2018

What a classy man. Your loss is shared by the many whose lives were touched and made better by Maurie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these trying trimes.

Fr. John Delaney

September 14, 2018

To the Lombardo family, My sincere sympathy on your loss of Maurey and know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you in these days ahead.

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