Donald Tsiguloff, 71, Honored for Community Spirit in New Haven, IN

Donald "Ziggy" Tsiguloff, 71, died Oct. 3, 2026, in New Haven, Indiana. Born Jan. 17, 1955, Tsiguloff cherished his family and friends and readily helped others.

Though he lived his final years in Indiana, Tsiguloff held fond memories of his Florida roots, especially the Palm Bay area.

Tsiguloff was an athlete at Shawnee Mission West High School in Overland Park, Kansas. He played for the 1972 Vikings, who won the Class 5A state football championship. He often recalled his success as an athlete, a spirit that continued throughout his life.

Before retiring, Tsiguloff worked 27 years at Challenge Tool and Manufacturing in New Haven, Indiana. Colleagues remembered his artistic and mechanical talents, noting his attention to detail and commitment to thorough work.

He is survived by his brother, Norman G. (Cheri L.) Tsiguloff of Lenexa, Kansas, and his sister, Laura J. Tsiguloff of Frisco, Texas. His parents, George N. and Grace Tsiguloff, preceded him in death.

Services will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at Klaehn, Fahl, and Melton Funeral Home, 6424 Winchester Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana. A time for sharing memories will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to The Fort Wayne Rescue Mission Ministries or Habitat for Humanity of Greater Fort Wayne.