All Obituaries

Ronald “Ron” D. Golden, 85, of Osceola entered heavenly rest on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at his home surrounded by family. He was born in Morgantown, WV on April 6, 1938, to the late Zygmond Frank and Rosa (Selak) Golden. Shortly after high school graduation, Ron married his neighborhood crush, Mary Catlett on August 31, 1957, in Star City, WV. Weeks into their marriage, Ron proudly served the United States Air Force for eight years, before finally moving to Indiana to be a...

 Gage Owen Davis age 31, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at his home in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Friday, April 19, 2024.  Gage was born on September 29, 1992, in Elkhart, Indiana.  Gage grew up in Osceola where he discovered his love for the game of baseball at the Osceola Little League Park, winning several championships throughout his youth. He later graduated from Penn High School, Class of 2011, where he was elected “Kingsman of the Year” by his...

Patricia Marie “Patty” Smith, age 79, passed away surrounded by her family at her home in Osceola on Saturday, April 13, 2024.  Patty was born in Wabash, Indiana on April 18, 1944, to the late Clifford and Maxine (Easterday) Boring.  On March 24, 1962, she married Donald J Smith in Wabash, Indiana. Don survives, along with their children Donnette (Doug) Patterson, Darren (Andrea) Smith, and Debbie (Ray) Hancock.  Surviving as well are her 9 grandkids, Joel...

Danny Todd Sharpe, age 52 of South Bend, passed away unexpectedly on April 13, 2024.  Todd was born September 5, 1971, in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late Danny Clyde and Jacqueline Naomi (Owens) Sharpe. Todd was a graduate of Penn High School, class of 1989, and was employed for many years in the field of hospitality throughout the Michiana area. He will be remembered for his love of his family and enjoying the time he spent with his friends. Surviving is his son, Danny Lane Kemp of...

Tim Walker, 73, went to Heaven on Feb. 2, 2024, in Peoria, Arizona, following a brief illness. He was born on November 8, 1950 in Mishawaka, to Rebekah and the late Richard Walker, and grew up in Elkhart, Indiana, graduating from Jimtown High School. Tim is survived by his mother, Rebekah (Fred) Bratcher of Apollo Beach, Florida, his siblings John (Sherrie) Walker of St. Joe, Indiana, Diane (Jim) Marks of Goshen, Indiana, and Nadine (Neal) Albert of Middlebury, Indiana, and Nancy Drew of...

Barbara “Barbie” G. Nelson, 42, of South Bend passed away unexpectedly at home, with her family close by her side. She was born September 3, 1981, in South Bend to Terry Duncan and Wanda (Winsett) Berry. On October 18, 2013, she met and married Charles Nelson in South Bend. He survives along with their two daughters, Tatiana and Lilyana Nelson, in-laws, Terry (Joanna) Nelson, and Pearly Nelson, and countless extended family, including many very close cousins. Before...

Chris Neal McMichael, 64, of Osceola entered eternal rest on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at University Hospital, Indianapolis. He was born on October 22, 1959, to the late Larry and Dixie (Day) McMichael and later married Linda Esser on August 15, 2015. Linda survives, along with their children, Alexis (Will) Dunning of Indianapolis, Andrew Dunning of Bristol, Carol (Brandon) Slabaugh of Bristol, and Erica (Will) Schott of KY; A brother, Jeff (Lorri) McMichael and 9 grandchildren also...

Jean Lawson, age 88 of Elkhart, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 7, 2024, while at the Caring Junction home in Mishawaka.  Jean was born February 23, 1936, in Elkhart, Indiana to the late Clarence and Odie (Goldy) Smith.  She married Coy Edwards in 1951.  He preceded her in death in April of 1987.  Later, Jean married Rev. Johnny Lawson on July 3, 1988.  Johnny preceded her in death in May of 2022. She is survived by her children Timothy Edwards, Daniel...

Cynthia Lynn (McCarty) Presnell, age 66 of Lakeville, Indiana, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on the morning of March 20, 2024. Cyndi was born July 9, 1957, in Charleston, West Virginia.  On February 22, 2002, she married Brian Presnell. She is survived by her husband of 22 years, Brian Presnell of Lakeville, her children, William “Billy” C.  Quimby of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Mrs. Willie (Chasity) Christian of Cleveland, Ohio, Mr. Robert L Quimby...

Raiden Allen Middleton, beloved child of Amberleigh Zigler and Joshua Middleton entered peacefully into the arms of God on March 26, 2024, at Elkhart General Hospital. Though his time on Earth was brief, there will be an impact on the lives of his loved ones that will be everlasting. Raiden Allen Middleton brought profound joy and anticipation to his family. He will forever be cherished by his parents, older sisters, Aleigha and Adryana Middleton, both at home. Grandparents, Steve (Cheryl)...