Jamel Dewayne Wynn, 35, of Fort Wayne, IN, gained his wings on June 29th, 2025.

Jamel was born on November 25th, 1989, in Frankfurt, Germany to parents Lee and Pamela Wynn.

During his childhood, he was an avid basketball and football player. He played on several travel youth Basketball teams while in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He also played basketball and football at Woodside Middle School, located in Fort Wayne, IN.

While in high school, Jamel developed a love for art, photography, and film. He took several photography and art classes at Paul Harding High School.

In 2008, Jamel graduated from Paul Harding High School. Upon graduation, he then transitioned to The Art Institute of Madison. In 2011, he earned his associates degree in media, film, and design.

Jamel worked as a manager for Little Caesars for several years. He was also a part of the film and video production crew for the TinCaps.

Jamel was passionate about cinematography, photography, and creating content for social media. He loved to watch movies and sports. He was also interested in investing, sales, and marketing.

Remaining to cherish Jamel’s memory are parents, Lee (Yolonda) Wynn and Pamela (Christopher Palomo) Wynn; grandmother, Annie Yancey; sister, Jameshia (Cameron) Shackelford; niece and nephew, Summer Shackelford and nephew, to be born December 2025; aunts, Betty Poinus and Chuckie Smith; uncles, Tracy Wynn, Tyrence Williams and Ivan Williams; special friend, McKaila McBride; and a host of loving cousins, friends, and co-workers.

Preceding Jamel in death are grandmother, June Mitchell; grandfather, Curtis Mitchell Sr.; and uncles, Curtis Mitchell Jr. and Kevin Mitchell Sr.

 

Visitation will be held at 10:00 A.M. on July 10th, 2025, at Ellis Funeral home. Funeral service will be held directly afterward, beginning at 11:00 A.M.