South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries

Feb 10, 2025

We gather with heavy hearts to honor the life of Steven Wayne Felman, lovingly known as Steve. Born on March 13, 1951, in Malden, Massachusetts, to the late Irving Booker and Anne Dorothy (Burokoff) Felman. Steve was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose light shone brightly in the lives of all who knew him. On February...

Feb 6, 2025

Suzanne Carroll Beeman of River Forest, Illinois passed from this life on February 6, 2025 in South Bend, Indiana after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. She was born on September 5, 1933 to Edith Murray Carroll and James Patrick Carroll in Columbus, Ohio. After growing up in the Great Depression, Suzanne (known to many as Sue) lived...

Feb 6, 2025

Nancy L. Peterson, a beloved member of her community and a dedicated real estate professional, was born on December 27, 1936, in Mishawaka, Indiana. She graduated from Central High School in 1955, setting the stage for a life filled with both personal and professional achievements. Following her high school years, Nancy continued her education at Indiana University in South Bend,...

Feb 4, 2025

Jan 31, 2025

David James Heck, 59, peacefully passed away on Friday, January 31, at Raclin House, Center for Hospice Care, in Mishawaka, after a year-long battle with cancer. 

Dave was born in South Bend on June 26, 1965 to the late James Donald Heck and Darlene (Schoen) Heck, who survives in Granger. Surviving siblings are Pamela (Chip) Newman of Mishawaka, Bonnie Hay of...

Jan 28, 2025

Jan 27, 2025

Donald Aladar Oliver Maylath passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on January 27, 2025. Don was born on December 9, 1933 in Granite City, Illinois to the late Oliver A. and Mary (Petesh) Maylath.

Don received a B.S. from the University of Illinois in 1955 where he was also in the Chi Psi Fraternity and a member of the...

Jan 26, 2025

Jade Thomas Riley Wilcox, a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished friend, was born on April 9, 1996, in Angola, Indiana to Tara Childress, James Wilcox and (Angela), they survive. Tragically, he departed this world on January 26, 2025. Jade left behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and unwavering support for those who knew him.

Jade's work ethic was truly remarkable....

Jan 24, 2025

Nancy Jane Reith, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully passed away in her home at the age of 76, on January 24, 2025, entering the gates of heaven to be with the Lord. She was born on October 6, 1948, in Moscow, Idaho to the late Jack W. and Gladys M. (Nowak) Clarke. Nancy led a life...

Jan 21, 2025

Maria Vanderhaar Porter, a beloved librarian, mentor, and cherished family member, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, in Bowling Green, Ohio. Born on July 31, 1935, in Louisville, Kentucky, Maria dedicated her life to the pursuit of knowledge, community service, and the love of her family.

Maria's intellectual journey began when she completed her college education in 1956 in Louisville....

Jan 19, 2025

Felix Andres Gonzalez Hernandez, a beloved fire fighter in Mexico and a dedicated member of the community, passed away on January 19, 2025, in Mishawaka, Indiana. Felix was known for his unwavering strength—emotionally, mentally, and physically. 

His journey began over 27 years ago when he made the brave move to the United States in search of a better life for himself...

Jan 19, 2025

Joan Evelyn Stimax Leatherwood, a cherished mother, daughter, wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother, departed from this world on January 19, 2025. Born on March 5, 1933, in Westminster, Maryland, she was the only child of Gertrude and Paul Stimax. Joan’s life was a melodious journey, filled with passion for the performing arts and unyielding love for her family. 

Joan studied at the...

Jan 18, 2025

John Raymond Noppenberg, 83, a beloved, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 18, 2025, at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, holding the hand of his devoted wife of 65 years and surrounded by his family and grandchildren. He was born on October 1, 1941, in Miami, Florida to the late Raymond Joseph and Marian...

Jan 7, 2025

Martin Jacob Gardner, affectionately known as "Marty," was born on November 7, 1961, in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. He passed away on January 7, 2025, in Granger, Indiana, leaving behind a legacy of commitment, passion, and love for his family and community.

Education was paramount in Marty’s life, both in school and throughout his adult life. He graduated in 1980 from Lawrenceburg High...

Jan 5, 2025

Vincent Chara, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on January 5, 2025, at the age of 83 in Granger, Indiana. Born on April 26, 1941, in Tynec nad Labem, Czech Republic (then Czechoslovakia), Vincent became a skilled mason in the City of Most after high school. Vincent and his wife, Margaret Filip, were married on December...

Jan 2, 2025

Daniel Alan Cory, born April 13, 1959, age 65, of Plymouth, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on January 2, 2025, following a short illness.

 A devoted family man, Daniel created a lifetime of memories with his loved ones. He was married to his beloved wife, Wanita (Clemons) Cory, for 42 years. Together, they built a life filled with love and...

Dec 30, 2024

Mary Angela McDaniel, 98, of South Bend, Indiana, left us peacefully on December 31, 2024. A beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, Mary, born May 18, 1926, devoted her early life to being a mother to her six children: Deanna Jo, Donald, Bonnie, Anita, Patricia, and Kele. 

After her children were grown, she became a nurse practitioner at Holy Cross House, Notre...

Dec 29, 2024

Rita Marie Pilawski nee Reimann, 94, of Granger, IN, formerly of Northbrook, IL, ascended to heaven on Sunday, December 29th with her children by her side. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Eugene Walter Pilawski; her parents, Sophie and Leo Reimann; brother, Richard Reimann; and sister-in-law Ginny Reimann.

Rita’s whole world was her family that includes her seven...

Dec 28, 2024

John Richard Donahue was born in Columbus Ohio on September 23rd, 1933, to the late John F. and Jane Ann (Preest) Donahue. John moved to Indiana as a child. He lived in Mishawaka and later South Bend. 

He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School where he played all sports, then attended Purdue University where he was a member of...

Dec 28, 2024

M. Bruce Harlan, of South Bend, Indiana, passed peacefully joining his late wife, Juanita Jean, on December 28 2024 at age 96. He was born in Kansas City, MO on September 30,1928 to the late Marvin and Hazel Harlan. In 1942 his father was transferred to South Bend, IN. Bruce first attended Riley High and in 1945 graduated from John...