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South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries
Gerald E. “Jerry” Fink
Nov 14, 2021
SOUTH BEND- Gerald E. "Jerry" Fink, 69, passed away unexpectedly in his home of natural causes.Born in Westmoreland County, PA, he was the son of the late Austin and Lois Fink. He was also predeceased by a brother, James "Jim" Fink.He is survived by a sister, Carol Fink of Cincinnati, OH; three nieces; one nephew; one grandniece; four grandnephews; four...
Michael Leonard Connelly
Nov 12, 2021
GRANGER- Michael Leonard Connelly, 76, died with his family by his side on Friday, November 12, 2021, at his home in Granger, Indiana.Michael was born September 22, 1945 to the late Clarence and Simonne (DeCuypere). His sister, Ellen Birkland, also preceded him in death.He retired from AM General in 2013. He loved spending time with his family and friends, outdoor...
Jack Lee Lovitt
Nov 9, 2021
Jack Lee Lovitt passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at the age of 86. He was born on February 2, 1935 in South Bend, Indiana, to the late Wilber John and Louetta Belle (Werntz) Lovitt. Jack is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lois (Hostetler). They were blessed with 5 children: Jimi (Linda)...
Sarah Jeanette O’Dell
Nov 8, 2021
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Beverly W. Leader
Nov 1, 2021
Beverly Waechter Leader of South Bend passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, November 1, 2021. She was 86. Beverly was born to the late Herbert (Hep) and Augusta (Kronewitter) Waechter on January 28, 1935 in South Bend, Indiana. Beverly is survived by her husband of more than 60 years, John; 7 children: Ann (Mark) Haley, Susan (Rick)...
Barbara J. Weeks
Oct 30, 2021
Barbara June Weeks passed away this past Saturday, October 30, 2021. She was 94. Barbara was born on June 19, 1927 in the home of her parents, the late Archibald and Myrta (Wolf) Coe in Grass Lake, Michigan. Barbara is survived by her children, Nancy (Steve) Huffman of Granger, IN, Cynthia (Richard) Mills of Duluth, GA, and Donald Weeks of...
Sam Mirkin
Oct 26, 2021
MISHAWAKA — Sam Mirkin, beloved husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2021, at Healthwin Extended Care Facility. Born in South Bend, he met his wife Sherril at Indiana University at Bloomington. They raised their family in South Bend. Sam and Sherril were happily married for 64 years. Left to cherish his memory are two...
Neva M. Hargreaves
Oct 22, 2021
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Neva Hargreaves
Oct 22, 2021
Mishawaka – Neva Marie Herrick Hargreaves, 96 years young, passed away on Friday Oct. 22, 2021 at the Center for Hospice in Mishawaka.She was born on July 19,1925 in Gunnison, Colorado to the late Melvin and Mary Herrick.Neva was a resident for many years in Niles, Michigan and South Bend, Indiana. She lived with her husband William Hargreaves and three...
Patrick T. Stoler
Oct 21, 2021
Patrick Stoler, long time resident of South Bend, IN, passed away unexpectedly on October 22, 2021 at the age of 53 in Buckeye, AZ. Pat is survived by his parents; William and Kathlyn Stoler; his children, Jordan (Emily) Stoler and Samuel Stoler; and his siblings, Chris (Sue) Stoler and Adam (Sarah) Stoler. Pat was born in 1968 in South...
Joyce Elaine Evans
Oct 20, 2021
Joyce Elaine Evans, 80, passed away on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. Joyce was born on August 18, 1941 to the late Dale and Annabell (McKesson) Kersey.Joyce is survived by sons, Allen and Devon Burger Jr.; daughter, Jody Evans; sister, Linda Pruitt; grandchildren: Shannon Burger, Clint Evans, Marshall Harlan, Christine and Ashley Porter; along with 5 great-grandchildren and several nieces and...
Melanie L. Como
Oct 20, 2021
Melanie “Mel” Loretta Como was born on October 26, 1939 in Elkhart, Indiana to the late Ray and Gladys Cramer, earned her glittery wings at the age of 81, on October 20, 2021. She “Went Home” surrounded by family after a long illness. Melanie was raised in Elkhart IN and graduated from Elkhart High School in 1958. Melanie loved theater,...
Donna Marie Mason
Oct 18, 2021
Donna Marie Mason, 73, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021. She was born on February 23, 1948 in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late Lewis and Pauline (Armantrout) Hunt. Donna is survived by her sons, John (Erin) Mason and James (Tiffany Erhardt) Mason; grandson, Jakob; and sister, Marilyn (Len) Martynowicz. Preceding Donna in death was her beloved husband, John Mason...
Timothy Francis Farrar
Oct 18, 2021
Timothy “Tim” Farrar, 71, passed away October 18, 2021 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center surrounded by loved ones. Born June 27, 1950 in Kalamazoo, MI, Tim was the son of the late Myron and Rosemary (Collins) Farrar. His brother, Dennis Farrar, also preceded him in death. He is survived by his beloved children, Adam (Shauna) Farrar of Granger and...
Charlotte Jane (Chapman) Weiand
Oct 15, 2021
South Bend- Charlotte J. Weiand, 88, passed away peacefully October 15, 2021.Born March 8, 1933 in Goodland, IN, she was the daughter of the late Gerald and Bernice (Hummer) Chapman. She was also preceded in death by two husbands, Jack L. Schultz and Kermit R. Weiand.Left to cherish her memory are four children and three grandsons, whom she loved dearly.Charlotte...
Joyce Damron Kevorkian
Oct 14, 2021
NOTRE DAME-Retired real estate broker and longtime engaged community member, Joyce Damron Kevorkian passed away at Center for Hospice in Mishawaka of congestive heart failure on October 14th. Joyce was born August 9, 1935, in Oak Park, Illinois to Raiman W. and Helen (McLean) Damron. As a child, Joyce loved to read–in the library by the fireplace during the winter...
Sally Mendocha
Oct 10, 2021
Sally Mendocha, 75, of Burr Oak, MI, died Sunday. McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / GatheringsTo send private condolences, please visithttp://www.mcgannhay.com/condolences.html
Janine Louise Jessup-Lekarczyk
Oct 8, 2021
Janine Louise Jessup-Lekarczyk, 60, passed away peacefully in her home October 8, 2021, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born May 18, 1961 in Dowagiac, MI, she was predeceased by both parents, Donald, who passed December 19, 2008; and Hallie (Wiker) Jessup, who passed September 26, 2014. On June 3, 2013, Janine married Alan Lekarczyk. He survives her. Also left...
Trudy Ellen Graham
Oct 4, 2021
Trudy Ellen Graham, 74 of Mishawaka, passed away on October 4, 2021 surrounded at home by family. Trudy was born on September 6, 1947 in Laporte, Indiana to the late Theo and Nola (Wiles) Ream. They have both preceded her in death, along with a sister, Glenda Ream; and brothers, Wesley Ream, and Earl Ream. She was also preceded in...
William Kelly “Bill” Kowalski
Oct 3, 2021
William Kelly "Bill" Kowalski, 77, passed away peacefully in his home on Diamond Lake October 3, 2021, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease.Born December 9, 1943, he was the son of the late Harry and Mary (Jalovec) Kowalski. On May 12, 1968, Bill married Arline Ann Osifchin who lovingly cared for him to the end. To their union, they...
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