Harold W. Markey

Harold W. Markey, 87, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2019 at Brookdale Assisted Living. Mr. Markey was born on January 11, 1932 in Oak Park, Illinois. He graduated from Proviso East High School in Maywood, IL. Harold then continued his education and earned bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University. On May 2, 1959, he married Patricia Ann Kasbohm at St. Eulalia in Maywood, IL. Harold started his career in grocery stores at the age of 14 at Jewel. He retired as a sales representative from Super Valu in 1999 after nearly 50 years of service in the industry. Harold was a member of St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church in Fort Wayne. He enjoyed gardening, read, and watching Fox News. Survivors include his children; William (Jill Harges) Markey, Susan Flood, Catherine (James) Weaver all of Fort Wayne, IN, and John (Melissa) Markey of Harlan, IN, 7 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. Harold was preceded in death by his wife and his siblings; Robert, James, and Lawrence Markey, and Katherine Frederick. Funeral service will take place on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 10am with calling one hour prior from 9am-10am at Hockemeyer and Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46835. Visitation will be held on Friday, May 31, 2019 from 4-8pm at Hockemeyer and Miller Funeral Home. Burial will take place at Highland Park Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.hockemeyermillerfh.com