Frederick John Fuller Jr.

Frederick John Fuller Jr., age 72, of Big Lake near Albion, Indiana passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at home following a lengthy illness. He was born on June 12, 1951 the son of Frederick and Betty (Hinzman) Fuller in Detroit, Michigan. On September 27, 2013, he married his best friend, Lynette Bennett in Noble County, Indiana.

Fred is survived by his wife, Lynette Fuller of Big Lake; two step-sons, Zachary Centers and Austin Centers, both of Albion, Indiana; two grandchildren, Brysen Campbell and McKinlie Centers; and a niece Karen (Joe Smith) Evans of Columbia City, Indiana.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Ty Mathews Centers-McClennan; a brother, Tom Hinzman; and a sister, Katherine McFarland.

Following a cancer diagnoses, Fred retired from Tenneco in Ligonier as a Welder and Team Leader after nearly twenty years of service. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing in a Husband-Wife league with Lynette when he was able. Fred was a huge Ohio State Buckeyes fan, enjoyed playing cards, and was a great poker player. His greatest love was sitting on the porch swing and enjoying the view of Big Lake with a cool breeze blowing softly by. He will be deeply missed.

In keeping with Fred’s wishes, no public visitation or services are planned. Cremation will take place at Legacy Cremation & Remembrance Center in Ligonier.

Fred's family is very grateful for the care given by Hospice and request that memorials given in honor of Fred be directed to Parkview Home Health & Hospice, 3844 New Vision Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46845.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com.