South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries

Sep 15, 2023

May the Road rise to meet you.

May the wind be always at your back.

May the sun shine warm upon your face;

the rains fall soft upon your fields

And, until we meet again,

May God hold you in the palm of his hand.

An   Irish ...

Sep 14, 2023

Colleen J. Mangan passed away peacefully on September 14, 2023. She was 61. Colleen was born in Hammond, Indiana on October 9, 1961 to Thomas G. Flanagin and Donna M. (Conner) Mason.

Colleen is survived by her daughter, Caitlin (Cameron) Sheler; Caitlin's father, Brian Mangan; bonus daughter, Samantha Cundiff; grandchildren, Carson, Maizee and Bentley Sheler; sisters, Sheri...

Sep 13, 2023

Eileen Kajzer, 82, passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2023 in Brookdale Assisted Living Facility.  Eileen was born June 29, 1941 in South Bend to the late Roman and Erma (Wirth) Lesniewicz.

Eileen was preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, Norman Kajzer.  Left to cherish the memory of Eileen are her sons, Michael Kajzer,...

Sep 12, 2023

Frances Elizabeth Mamula passed away peacefully at her home in South Bend on September 12, 2023. She was 92 years old. Frances was born on July 22, 1931 in Ft. Worth, Texas to the late Joseph and Anna (Obal) Milan.

Frances is survived by her three children, Stephen (Eva) Mamula, Mark (Ann) Mamula and Missy (Chris) Kleva;...

Sep 12, 2023

Graveside services were held on Monday, Sept. 18 at 1:00 p.m at the Hebrew Orthodox Cemetery. The funeral was live streamed through Zoom. To watch, click on the link.

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Sep 10, 2023

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bernard S. Kielton, Jr., a man who touched the lives of many with his warmth, wisdom, and unwavering love. He peacefully left this world on September 10, 2023, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family.

Bernard, lovingly known as Ben, Benny, B, and Pops, is survived by...

Sep 5, 2023

Robert Edward Overmyer, 80, passed away on September 5 at home surrounded by his family. Robert was born on January 9, 1943 in Niles, Michigan to Glenn and Sophie (Grocki) Overmyer.

On June 6, 1964, he married the love of his life, the former Nila Voit. They had two children, Jennifer (Gary) Jones and Anthony (Rebecca) Overmyer,...

Sep 4, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Larry William Holt. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Sep 4, 2023

Jacquelin A. Czarnecki, 91, passed away peacefully in her sleep September 4, 2023.

Born November 30, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Charles A. and Ferne (Titus) Ferrettie.

On August 22, 1953, Jacquelin married the love of her life, Joseph Czarnecki, at St. Joseph Church in Mishawaka. He preceded her in death in...

Aug 30, 2023

In Loving Memory of Boris Gamzelev-

In 2003, Boris embarked on a transformative journey, leaving his native Kazakhstan behind to make the United States his new home. Settling in Indiana, he dedicated himself to a fulfilling career as a skilled machine operator until his well-deserved retirement.

Boris was a man of diverse passions, each one...

Aug 30, 2023

Helen G. Medina, 95, passed away peacefully, surrounded by numerous family members, August 30, 2023.

Born June 15, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Nabor and Maria (Paramo) Guzman. Also preceding her in death were: her husband, Walt Medina; two-stepchildren, Nancy Medina Alvarez and Danny Medina; and three siblings, Joe, Stanley, and her twin brother,...

Aug 29, 2023

Donna Shirlene Buckholz passed away surrounded by her family on August 29, 2023 at the age of 99. She was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan to the late Bernard Gaines and Nora Bell (Dolph) Jones on June 21, 1924.

Donna had a career at home, raising her four children, who survive, Patricia and Steve Sabin of Blanchester, OH,...

Aug 28, 2023

Betty Fleming, 89, passed away peacefully August 28, 2023.

Born April 11, 1934 in South Bend, IN, she was the daughter of the late Douglas and Gladys (Stoner) Poindexter. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Arvester Fleming Sr.; daughter, Karen E. Shead-Tucker; sister, Joann Teague; and brothers, Russel, John and William Poindexter.

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Aug 26, 2023

Timberly Lyn Goble, of Mishawaka, IN, passed from this life Saturday, 8/26/23, after a long battle with diabetes and respiratory complications. She took her last earthly breath at her home in the company of two of her sisters, with friends, aides, and nurses whom she loved close by. She was 52.

Born on January 15, 1971, in...

Aug 20, 2023

Ian Campbell Clift, יוחנן (Yochanan) was born March 10th, 1980, in Aniak Alaska to Robert Edward Clift & Carolyn Faye (Ceigler) Clift. He grew up in Aniak, graduating from Aniak Secondary School.

He attended Purdue University where he wrote for the School Newspaper, The Exponent. He met his future wife Liddia Dawn White while working at the...

Aug 17, 2023

In Loving Memory of Thomas Edward Gordon

Thomas Edward Gordon, affectionately known as Tom, peacefully passed away on August 17, 2023, in his hometown of South Bend, Indiana after a brief fight with cancer. He was 71 years old.

Tom was born on August 16, 1952, in South Bend, Indiana, and grew to become a...

Aug 16, 2023

Joseph K. Dundon, 79, passed away peacefully in his home on August 16, 2023, with his wife Viki by his side. Together they shared 54 years of marriage, filling their lives with friendships and hospitality. Joe was a husband, father, grandfather, mentor, and friend to us all, and we will miss his warmth, wit, and charm.

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Aug 16, 2023

Howard Fredrick Silberman, 81, passed away on August 16, 2023 in Joplin, MO. He was born on October 17, 1941 in South Bend, IN to the late Frank and Julia Silberman.

Howard is survived by, Cheryl Silberman, Patricia Copley, Jennifer McMillian and his beloved dog Annebelle.

He was preceded in death by; wife, Barbara; and...

Aug 16, 2023

Our dear sweet mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Betty Jean (Seyfred) Huffman, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 16 at the age of 94, at Creekside Village in Granger.

Betty was born on July 24, 1929, in Galien, Michigan where she grew up on her father’s farm. After high school, she attended business school in South...

Aug 16, 2023

Margaret “Tanta” Quigley Garvey died Wednesday, August 16, at Holy Cross Village, Notre Dame, from heart failure. In her final days, Margaret was, true to form, surrounded by doting caregivers, family and friends who had learned from her the art of caregiving. Sitting vigil at her bedside most devotedly were her adoring children, Michael Francis, Joseph Benedict, Shannon Mary...