For most of this new century, Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry was the face of the city.
To everyone.
From business leaders and government officials, to children in reading circles at the public library or elementary school classrooms.
As news spread Thursday evening of his sudden passing after a brief battle with stomach cancer, tributes began pouring in via official channels and heart-felt social media posts.
WBOI has compiled a few of them here, and would love to hear from the community. You can send any tribute or comment to news@wboi.org
Allen County Public Library
Allen County Commissioners:
Indiana Democrat Party
Gov. Eric Holcomb (R)
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, formerly Mayor of the City of South Bend
U.S. Rep. Jim Banks (R-3rd)
Fort Wayne Community Schools:
Former Fort Wayne Mayor Paul Helmke:
Area residents: