Fort Wayne Mourns the Loss of Joshua Lee Ginder, 40, Remembered for His Quiet Kindness and Profound Impact on Those Around Him
FORT WAYNE, INDIANA – The pews at Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church will soon fill with family, friends, and members of the Fort Wayne community as they gather to remember and honor the life of Joshua Lee Ginder, who passed away on April 2, 2025, at the age of 40. His death has left a quiet but profound void in the lives of those who knew him—a man not known for grand gestures or loud declarations, but for his rare ability to truly listen, to notice, and to care.
A Life of Subtle Grace and Steady Presence
Those closest to Joshua describe him not through flashy accomplishments, but through the small moments that defined his character. He was the person who noticed when you changed your haircut, who remembered your favorite book, who asked how your mother was doing and really wanted to know the answer. His attentiveness and compassion made people feel seen, even on the days they felt invisible.
“He had this way of making you feel like the most important person in the room, even if he never said much,” said one friend. “His silence wasn’t distance—it was warmth, thoughtfulness, and care.”
Joshua’s life in Fort Wayne was marked by connection. Whether chatting with neighbors, volunteering quietly behind the scenes, or offering a listening ear to someone going through a tough time, he made a difference simply by showing up and being present. He didn’t need to be the center of attention—he simply showed up for people, again and again.
A Place to Say Goodbye
The funeral service for Joshua will be held at Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, a familiar and peaceful place that will offer space for loved ones to grieve, reflect, and celebrate his life. The service, expected to draw a wide circle of mourners, will focus not only on the grief of losing him but also on the gratitude of having known him.
His family has requested that instead of flowers, those who wish to honor Joshua’s memory perform an act of kindness in his name—something that would have aligned perfectly with how he lived his life.
“He gave us the gift of noticing, of remembering, of caring without expecting anything in return,” a family member said. “The best way to remember him is to do the same for someone else.”
A City Reflects on Quiet Loss
Joshua’s passing has touched more than just his family. In neighborhoods and workplaces across Fort Wayne, people are reflecting on the many small ways he made their lives better. He wasn’t famous, but he was unforgettable to those lucky enough to know him.
“There are people who speak loudly and leave echoes,” said one former coworker. “Joshua spoke softly and left a mark on your heart.”
His loss is one of those that doesn’t make headlines, but it shakes the foundations of daily life for many. A presence missing at the coffee shop, a voice missing in conversation, a gentle smile no longer passed in the hallway.
In Loving Memory
As the city prepares to say goodbye, it’s clear that Joshua Lee Ginder’s legacy isn’t measured in material achievements, but in the hundreds of small kindnesses that ripple outward, still remembered by those he touched.
May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.
May peace and comfort surround his family in this time of sorrow.
For further details on his life, funeral arrangements, and how to honor his memory, please visit the church or family notice boards.