Richard D. Sarazen

Richard D. Sarazen, 77, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025 at his daughter’s residence in Fort Wayne.

He was born on February 23, 1948 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to the late Joseph Otto and Lola (Lamley) Sarazen.

Richard was honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corp following his service during the Vietnam War. He was awarded two Purple Hearts during his deployment during the war.

He was united in marriage to Gwendolyn Wonderland, and she preceded him in death on June 14, 2021. He was a member of the American Legion Post #330 in New Haven. Richard was disabled due to combat related injuries.

Richard loved to color pictures for his friends and family, and they will cherish all of them. He enjoyed fishing, but would always “catch and release”. He spent many hours playing cards, and enjoyed sharing that pastime with his friends and family. Richard and his family will be forever grateful for the love and care he received from everyone at the Heartland Hospice.

Survivors include his daughter, Angelia (Kenneth Barry) Winslow of Fort Wayne, Indiana, brother, Joseph D. Sarazen of Fort Wayne, Indiana; sister, Betty Lou Holmen of Marion, Kentucky, three grandchildren, Simone, Tyler and Elmer; and five great grandchildren.

In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Ann Carpenter and Virginia Fink; step-son, Melvin Wagner.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at the Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Decatur. Burial will follow at Marion National Cemetery.

Family and friends will be received one hour prior to services Thursday at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be given to the family- checks payable to Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home.

Arrangements by Zwick and Jahn Funeral Homes of Decatur, Indiana