Marlene R. Haudenschild age 76 of Ft. Wayne, IN died Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at her home. Marlene was born March 15, 1940 in Ft. Wayne, IN to Clem J. and Mary E. (Rorick) Minick and they preceded her in death. Marlene married Paul F. Haudenschild on May 24, 1969 in Garrett, IN. Marlene is survived by her husband: Paul F. Haudenschild, Ft. Wayne, IN; step son: Mark Haudenschild, Churubusco, IN; 2 brothers: Carl Minick, Huntertown, IN; Kenneth Minick, New Haven, IN; 2 sisters: Dorothy Sauter, Ft. Wayne, IN; Rita Nichter, Ft. Wayne, IN; 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Marlene was preceded in death by her parents: Clem J. and Mary E. Minick; brother: Neil Minick and a grandson. Services will take place at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at Thomas Funeral Home, 1277 C.R. 56, Garrett, IN. Visitation will take place from Noon - 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at Thomas Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery - rural Churubusco, IN. Memorials are to the family to assist with expenses. You may send a condolence or sign the on-line register book by visiting: www.thomasfuneralhome.org