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Wally Bahler, 85, passed away on Jan. 3, 2026, at his home in Fishers.
He was born April 30, 1940, in Wabash, to Armin and Irma Rudig Bahler. His wife, Nedra Zellers Bahler, of 35 years, preceded him in death in July 2016.
Wally cherished his family above all else and is survived by his son, Troy (Dee Dee) Bahler, of McKinney, Texas; daughter, Tracy (Jim) Minnick, of Fort Wayne; and stepsons, David (Marie) Stevens, of Warsaw; and Brian (Jeanine) Scott, of Fishers. Wally leaves behind nine grandchildren and 12 great‑grandchildren, whom he adored.
Wally is also survived by three brothers: Stan Bahler, of Cincinnati, Ohio; Nelson Baher, of Stockton, Calif.; and Alan Bahler, of Houston, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Marilyn (Marti) Pries and Bethanne Bahler.
Wally worked mainly in route sales and delivery for various companies. His interests included USAC dirt track and locomotives. On most weekends, Wally could be found in the stands at racetracks across the Midwest, or attending one of his great-grandchildren’s sporting events.
He retired after 20 years with the Indiana National Guard. Wally was a long-time member of the Elk's Club, Warsaw; American Legion Post 49, Warsaw; Fort Wayne Masons and Heartland Church, Sharpsville.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 15 at Heartland Church, 3611 Ind. 19, Sharpsville. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Burial will be at Oaklawn Cemetery at 3 p.m.
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