John
E.
Amelung
Obituary
John E. Amelung, age 77, passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023, in Fort Wayne, IN. Born in Fairbury, IL on December 21, 1945, he was the son of the late Carl and Esther (Rakow) Amelung. John honorably served his country in the United States Navy from 1967 until 1970. He worked for over 25 years for the United States Postal Service a Postal Worker until his retirement. When not working, John liked to watch all things sports, as he was an avid sports enthusiast. He loved music and acquired a massive record collection. At one time, John was a radio DJ and also hosted a talk radio show on WGL in Fort Wayne. He was a member of the American Legion and St. John Lutheran Church. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 40 years, Stephanie Amelung; stepchildren, Shelly Blackburn and John (Lisa) Beckman Jr.; granddaughters, Jessica (Ed) Gervais, Sara Blackburn, and Hannah Beckman; great-grandchildren, Eddie, Eliza, Emilia, and Evelynn; step-grandchildren, Brandon, Jessica, and Jennifer; brother, Richard (Anna) Amelung; sister, Carolyn Amelung; and several nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his parents. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 30, 2023, at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805 with visitation beginning one hour prior.
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Remembering riding the school bus with him his brother and sister to St. John Lutheran school. He was a little stinker.
Best friend I’ve ever had.I met John some 30 years ago at the Fort Wayne post office where we both worked.We each shared a common love for 1950’s Baseball cards & old 45 r.p.m. records. We met several times a year to buy, sell, and trade cards & records.He had a great sense of humor & was very smart.
I shall miss our get-togethers greatly.
He was sure fond of you too, Roger. Thanks for being such a good friend to grandpa ❤️