Obituaries
South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries
Matthew T. Payton
Apr 22, 2021
Matthew T. Payton, 55, passed away unexpectedly at home April 22, 2021, of natural causes. Born May 25, 1965, he was the son of the late Robert and Joyce (Eagles) Payton. He was also preceded in death by a step-brother, Patrick Payton. On June 25, 1988, Matt married the love of his life, Karen Hosinski. She survives him, as do...
Brian M. Debeck
Apr 21, 2021
Brian M. DeBeck, 44, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, April 21, 2021. He was born May 8, 1976 to Elaine and Daniel DeBeck of Granger, IN. He worked as a Locomotive Engineer for 24 years and his nickname was “Boxcar.” He loved trapshooting, fishing and his animals. Brian had a Big heart. He will be greatly missed by many. Donations can...
Jean Louise Stumpf
Apr 21, 2021
Granger-Jean Louise Stumpf, 71, passed away peacefully April 21, 2021, after a lengthy illness. She was born April 3, 1950 to the late Walter and Phyllis (Evans) Henke.On June 12, 1970, Jean married the love of her life, William J. Stumpf. He preceded her in death in 2011. Left to cherish her memory are two children, Kevin Stumpf of Granger,...
Louis Somogyi Jr.
Apr 17, 2021
Louis “Lou” Somogyi, Jr. passed away unexpectedly on April 17, 2021, at the age of 58. He was born August 8, 1962 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Louis Somogyi, Sr. and Irene Horvath. Louis is survived by the love of his life, Amalia; step-children, Mike Vegh, Jennifer and Brandon Thomas, and Kimberly Vegh; and step-granddaughter, Noelle Thomas. Lou...
Cathy Jo Fox
Apr 9, 2021
It is with love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Cathy Fox, 71. As a loving grandmother, mother, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend, she will be missed greatly by those who loved her and were loved by her. She was born to Nell and J.W. Cunningham in Savannah, Tennessee in 1949. She graduated from Mishawaka High School...
Jeanne Wells
Apr 8, 2021
Jeanne Wells, 94, passed away peacefully April 8, 2021. Born January 15, 1927 in Yazoo City, Mississippi, she was the daughter of the late John and Margaret (Rozier) Anderson. On May 10, 1947, Jeanne married the love of her life, Joseph C. “JC” Wells. He preceded her in death March 11th, 2008. She was also preceded in death by a...
Jason F. Givens
Apr 6, 2021
GRANGER-Jason F. Givens, 44, passed away unexpectedly in his home April 6, 2021, from natural causes.Born March 14, 1977 in South Bend, IN to Jeff Lynn Givens and Jill (Balanow) Clark. His father preceded him in death; along with his sister, Jessi Clark.Left to cherish his memory are: his mother, Jill (Jeff) Clark; brother, Jacob Clark; aunt, Shelly Harris; and...
Nancy Elizabeth Banks
Mar 26, 2021
Nancy Elizabeth Banks, 68, passed away on March 26, 2021. She was born in York, Nebraska on June 3, 1952 to the late Kenneth Francis and Norma Elizabeth (Pope) Volkmer. Left to cherish Nancy’s memory are her husband of more than 40 years, Frank; their 2 children, Matt (Michelle) Banks, and Beth (Ben) Kasa; grandchildren: Maddie, Molly, and Mikey Banks,...
Bert Anthony Lekarczyk
Mar 26, 2021
Bert Anthony Lekarczyk, 63, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis, on March 26, 2021. Born June 5, 1957 in South Bend, he was the son of the late Bert Casmier and Muriel Joy (Rehlander) Lekarczyk. Left to cherish his memory are three children: Brad (Carissa) Lekarczyk of South Bend, Nicole (Erich) Lekarczyk of Osceola and Matt...
Kathleen Mae Morton
Mar 22, 2021
Kathleen Mae Morton, 75, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 22, 2021. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 19, 1945 to the late Timothy James and Mary (McDonough) Mahoney. Kathleen is survived by her husband, John of South Bend, IN; sisters, Rosie Borucki of Lansing, IL and Eileen (the late John) Clifford of Crestwood, IL; children: Kim Riley...
Malinda Sue Yoder
Mar 18, 2021
Malinda died peacefully in Indianapolis on March 18, 2021. She was born May 31, 1948 in Bremen, Indiana to Glenn and Esther (Martin) Yoder. She was named after her maternal grandmother. Malinda grew up in the Centre Township area of South Bend, attended Riley High School, and graduated from Bethany Christian High School in Goshen. She attended Indiana University in...
Rose Marie Seitz Hengesbach
Mar 18, 2021
Rose Marie championed equality, education, and opportunity and was a vanguard for important initiatives throughout her life. These passions were only surpassed by her devotion and love for her family. Born in Madison, Wisconsin in 1939, Rose Marie was the first child of John and Rose (Ruff) Seitz who emigrated from Bavaria, Germany in the mid 1920s. She graduated...
Lewis Allan Grumbacher
Mar 16, 2021
Lewis Allan Grumbacher, 74, passed away at his home on March 16, 2021. He was born on August 9, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Rudy and Margaret (Lasky) Grumbacher. Lewis is survived by his wife of more than 50 years, Sue; sons, Eric and Adam (Shakurah) Grumbacher; and brother Ronald Grumbacher. Lewis graduated from Muncie Central High School....
Elizabeth Onibuwe-Johnson
Mar 15, 2021
Our beloved mother and grandmother, Elizabeth Onibuwe-Johnson, aged 78, peacefully passed away to eternal glory on March 15, 2021, in Mishawaka, Indiana, U.S.A. Elizabeth was predeceased by her husband of 46 years, John S. Onibuwe-Johnson. Left to cherish her memory are her Children: Kojo Elenitoba-Johnson, Kweku Elenitoba-Johnson, Bolanle Elenitoba-Johnson, Olorunfemi Elenitoba-Johnson, Oluwole Elenitoba-Johnson, Adeshola Owolabi, Olaotan Elenitoba-Johnson, Omolola Elenitoba-Johnson; Grandchildren:...
Fr. Edward�J.�Ruetz
Mar 15, 2021
SOUTH BEND – Edward Joseph Ruetz, 95, retired priest of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, passed away peacefully at Healthwin Healthcare Facility on Monday at 3:55am. He was born in Racine, WI, on October 14, 1925 to Joseph and Margaret (Meyers) Ruetz who preceded him in death. He is survived by: one sister, Marjorie Narducci, a brother Robert, and...
Vikkie R. Verteramo
Mar 13, 2021
SOUTH BEND - Vikkie Rae (Furlong) Verteramo was born in 1945 to the late Keen and Dorothy Furlong in Pittsburg, Penn. She grew up in River Park, the oldest of four siblings: Jeralyn, Karren, and Robb. Vikkie graduated from John Adams High School in 1963 and earned her teaching degree from Ball State in 1976. Her passion for the arts...
Dustin Richard Gerbeth
Mar 12, 2021
Dustin Richard Gerbeth, 6 weeks 5 days, of Granger, IN, was called home to heaven on Friday, March 12 while at home in the arms of his parents. He was a brave fighter for all 47 days of his life. Dustin passed away from congenital heart disease. Dustin was born January 24, 2021 in Indianapolis, IN. He was the son...
Patricia Ann Perry
Mar 10, 2021
Patricia Ann Perry, 73, passed away March 10, 2021, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born June 11, 1947, Patricia was the daughter of the late Thomas and Alicia (Przybysz) Perry. She was also preceded in death by three siblings: Kathy Delanghe and Robert and Suzanne Perry. Left to cherish her memory are her niece, Alicia Alikhani of Arlington, Virginia,;...
Clark Jon Curtis Sr.
Mar 9, 2021
Clark Jon Curtis Sr., of Mishawaka, IN, died peacefully on March 9, 2021 with his five kids and beloved Jackie by his side.Clark is survived by his children: Cheri Forsberg (Matt), Clark Curtis Jr., Amy Wolf (Joe), Brandon Curtis (Gabi), Amanda DeCoudres (Dustin), and his sister Cintra Steele. He also leaves behind his grandkids: Ryan, Kyle, Nathaniel, Caitlyn, Aidan, Xander,...
Clark Curtis Sr.
Mar 9, 2021
Curtis, Sr., Clark , 64, of Mishawaka, died Tuesday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings To send private condolences or to share memories, please visit www.McGannHay.com
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