Anthony "Tony" Rybolt

Anthony "Tony" Rybolt obituary, Fort Wayne, IN

Anthony "Tony" Rybolt

Anthony Rybolt Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Divine Mercy Funeral Home - Fort Wayne on Jun. 22, 2025.

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Anthony "Tony" J. Rybolt, of New Haven, IN passed away on June 18, 2025, at Stillwater Hospice, surrounded by his loved ones.
He was born in Fort Wayne to Eldon and Donna (Byroade) Rybolt on December 27, 1961.
Tony worked in the automotive industry painting vehicles for over 40 years.
He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and especially his grandkids and great-grandkids.
Tony is survived by his three children, Josh (Claneice), Danielle, and A.J. (LaTasha); step-sons, Jason (Jennifer) and Sean Knothe; his mother, Donna; his siblings, Kent, Robin (Gary) Saylor, and Chad; 22 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father, Eldon; and wife Deanne "Dee."
A funeral service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 27, 2025, at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805 with visitation one hour prior.
Memorials can be written to Stillwater Hospice (stillwater-hospice.org) in Tony's name.
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