Paul Allen Groves, 79, of Fort Wayne passed away early Friday morning, November 6, 2026 in his home after an acute illness. He was born in Fort Wayne, son of the late Cecil and Bonnie (Herrman) Groves. Paul was retired as a major after many years with the Indiana Air National Guard. He had graduated from Purdue with a degree in Biology and from Vincennes University in Aviation (A&P). He had also worked as a stock broker with his series 7 and series 24 Licensure. Paul is survived by his wife, Vicki; children, Michele French, Sara Hester, and Joseph Groves; step-children, George Heller, David Heller, and Julie (Heller) Bauer; many beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and his sister, Pamela Groves. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Curtis and Stephen Michael. There will be no services at this time. Memorial contributions may be made to Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control.
