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Sally S. Fuhrmann

July 17, 1948 — December 20, 2022

Sally S. Fuhrmann, 74, of Decatur, Indiana passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.

She was born on July 17, 1948, in Fort Wayne, Indiana to the late Phillip Lydy and Gloria (Hormann) Lydy.

Sally was united in marriage to Stanley G. Fuhrmann on February 25, 1968, at Poe United Methodist Church and he survives.

Sally was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Bingen.

She graduated from Hoagland High School class of 1966.  Sally worked as a babysitter and childcare provider for many years. In addition, she helped Stanley in the operation of the family farm.

She enjoyed gardening, puzzles and babysitting over the course of her life until her health prevented her from continuing. Sally stayed busy watching her grandchildren doing many sporting events and livestock shows, whether it was in person or watching live stream. Above all she loved her family and grandchildren.

Sally is survived by her husband of 54 years, Stanley G. Fuhrmann of Decatur, Indiana; son, Daniel (Kelli) Fuhrmann of Decatur, Indiana; daughter, Sara (Austin) Thomas of Decatur, Indiana; daughter, Lori (Jeff) Cole of Decatur, Indiana; brother, Phil (Carol) Lydy of New Haven, Indiana, seven grandchildren, Bethany Fuhrmann, Kaidlyn Fuhrmann, Austin Fuhrmann, Joshua Hershberger, Kayla Hershberger, Hannah Thomas and Hailey Cole and one great-grandson, Luke Fuhrmann.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m.  on Thursday, December 29, 2022, at St. John Lutheran Church, Bingen with Pastor Peter Brock and Pastor Berett Steffen officiating. Burial will follow at St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery, Bingen.

Friends and family will be received from 3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home in Decatur with one hour prior to the service at the church.

Preferred memorials are to St. John Lutheran-Bingen or donor’s choice.

Arrangements are by Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home in Decatur, Indiana

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Thursday, December 29, 2022

9:30 - 10:30 am (Eastern time)

St. John Lutheran Church, Bingen

11555 U.S. 27, Decatur, IN 46733

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Funeral Service

Thursday, December 29, 2022

Starts at 10:30 am (Eastern time)

St. John Lutheran Church, Bingen

11555 U.S. 27, Decatur, IN 46733

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