All Obituaries

Bob G. Adkins, age 82 of Mishawaka, passed away peacefully at the Center for Hospice, Raclin House in the early morning hours of Friday, May 26, 2023. Bob was born February 6, 1941, in Lenoir, North Carolina.  On April 2, 1960, he married Mary Blue Hartsell and they celebrated 56 years of marriage before her passing in November of 2016. Bob is survived by his son “Ed” (Susan) Adkins of Mishawaka. Also surviving are eight grandchildren; Bobbi Jennings, Austin Adkins, Angie...

** UPDATE**  SERVICE TIMES ANNOUNCED FOR MRS. MILLER'S CELEBRATION OF LIFE.  VISITATION FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2023 5-7PM WITH A CELEBRATION OF LIFE IMMEDITATELY FOLLOWING.  Pamela Kay Miller, age 74, passed away peacefully with her loving family surrounding her on Sunday, July 3, 2022, at her home in Elkhart. Pam was born August 14, 1947, in Goshen, Indiana to the late Charles I. and Betty J. (Gaut) Miller.  Following her graduation from Jimtown High School in 1966, Pam...

Bobby Leon Rehmel, age 84, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at his home in Mishawaka.  Bobby was born November 27, 1938, in Clay County, Indiana, to the late Raymond F. and Anna (Bemis) Rehmel.  He was employed with the United States Postal Service as a letter carrier for over 30 years and later with Foxfire Safety and Discovery Middle School as a custodian. He is survived by his son, Robert (Heather) Rehmel of Plymouth, Indiana, his granddaughter Josie Rehmel...

Leon E. Bee, age 85, went to be with his Lord and Savior at 7:11 pm Saturday, May 20, 2023, while surrounded by his family while under Hospice care from his home in Elkhart.  Leon was born October 11, 1937, in Clarksville, Tennessee. On June 7, 1957, he married the former miss Phyllis Holland.  Phyllis survives, along with their children Katrina (Dr. Joseph) Stewart of Elkhart, DaJuana (Brent) Moore of Danville, Indiana, and Leon D. (Grace) Bee of Elkhart.  Surviving as well...

 Joan J. Trossen, a beloved child of God, was peacefully called home on May 9th, 2023, in Osceola, Indiana at the age of 98. She was born June 26th, 1924, in Cassopolis, Michigan, to the late Murl and Hope (Hershey) Spencer.  Joan was a shining light to all who knew her. With a heart full of love and a spirit filled with faith, Joan lived a life of selfless devotion to her family, her church, and her community. After graduating from Cassopolis High School, she continued her...

Barry James Quimby, age 81 of Granger, Indiana passed away on May 7, 2023, at the Center for Hospice, Raclin House with his family by his side. Barry was born on June 23, 1941, in South Bend, Indiana to the late Lester Eugene and Flora Belle Quimby. Barry was a graduate of Adams High School and obtained his bachelor’s and master's degrees in education from Indiana University Bloomington.  Later, he attended the University of Texas while working on his PhD. in education....

John Edward Hartman, a loving, faith-filled, and selfless man, entered into eternal rest on Friday, May 5, 2023. John was born July 2, 1935, in Goshen, Indiana to the late Clarence and Wilma (Meisner) Hartman. He attended Concord Community Schools, and married Dorothy Sophia Wolber on October 17, 1953.  They celebrated 63 years of marriage before her passing in April of 2017.   John is survived by his devoted sons, Harold Lee (Ali) Hartman and Wayne Edward Hartman, both of...

Bette Jane Lockhart (née Noble), age 82 formerly of Marion, Indiana, passed away on May 1, 2023, at Elkhart Place Assisted Living in Elkhart, Indiana. Bette was born in Oberlin, Ohio on December 10, 1940, to the late Delphos B. and Nellie V. (Huron) Noble. She earned her associate degree in nursing and later devoted her life to being a homemaker. Bette cherished the time she spent raising her children and the wonderful times she spent with her grandchildren. On May 7, 1996, she...

Gloria Mae Haeck, age 90 of Osceola, went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 24, 2023, in Elkhart General Hospital. Gloria was born January 4, 1933, in Niles, Michigan to the late Edwin and Alice (Hamilton) Corpe. She was a graduate of Lydick High School. Gloria married Albin Haeck on July 23, 1955.  He preceded her in death on August 7, 1991. She is survived by her children Cindy (Tom) Stammich of South Bend, Kimberly (Steve) Miller...

Bill E. Hutts, age 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his home in Elkhart on Saturday, April 22, 2023.  Bill was born July 5, 1944, in Danville, Illinois to the late Harold and Maxine (Sprouls) Hutts.  He was a graduate of Edwardsburg High School, class of 1963.  On January 6, 1973, he married the former Ms. Barbara Roempagel in Mishawaka, Indiana.  They recently celebrated their 5oth anniversary. Barbara survives, along with their daughters Marlo...