Obituaries

Dec 4, 2022

Our beloved John Robert Penn, Jr – known lovingly to those closest to him as “Johnny Bob” – passed away at his home on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at the age of 65.

John will be remembered for his creativity, exactivism, and good humor, which permeated his many projects, jobs, and relationships. He always enjoyed adventure, be...

Nov 29, 2022

Jason William Pressler, age 49 of Elkhart, passed away at home on Tuesday, November 29, 2022.  Jason was born June 4, 1973, in Elkhart, Indiana.  Following his graduation from Jimtown High School, Jason enlisted in the US Army where he served honorably for over 20 years until retiring as a Staff Sergeant.  While enlisted, Jason served three separate tours...

Nov 27, 2022

Robert Lee “Bob” Terry, age 64, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 27, 2022, while surrounded by his family at his home in Elkhart.  Bob was born November 22, 1958, in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Darrell and Beatrice “Bobbie” (Gulley) Terry.  He was a graduate of Elkhart Memorial High School and applied the skills he learned...

Nov 24, 2022

Lisa Gail Cour, 61, transitioned from this world into the next on Thursday, November 24, 2022. Lisa was born to the late Jesse and Mirtie (Geans) Heavner in South Bend, Indiana on September 27, 1961.

Lisa was the youngest of 5 children in this facet of the Heavner family. She attended Penn High School and married her...

Nov 7, 2022

“Well Done, Good and Faithful Servant!” Matthew 25:23

It is with a heavy heart for our family to announce the death of our father Daniel Ronald Luczynski Sr.  Daniel passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022, at his home in Mishawaka.   Daniel was the first born on September 20, 1937, to Matthew and...

Nov 3, 2022

Vicky Lee Ellsworth, age 68 of Elkhart, passed away November 3, 2022, at Elkhart General Hospital.  Vicky was born November 15, 1953, in Elkhart, Indiana.  She was a graduate of Purdue University and was employed for many years in management at Godfrey Marine and as a customer service representative in the RV industry in Elkhart before taking her retirement...

Nov 1, 2022

Roger L. Cobb was born October 7th, 1934, in Burlington, Wisconsin to Harley E. and Hazel (Baker) Cobb. He attended the Burlington schools and was a member of the Burlington High School class of 1953.

On April 7th, 1955, he married Evelyn V. Phillips in a military wedding in Fort Riley Kansas. They spent the next two...

Oct 28, 2022

Austin James Wilson, age 26, of Osceola, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on October 28, 2022. Austin was born on May 6, 1996, in Elkhart, Indiana and was a 2015 graduate of Mishawaka High School. All who knew Austin, lost a shining light in their lives. Austin is survived by his mother Rhonda Yost of Osceola, his sister Jennifer (Zack)...

Oct 21, 2022

Irene Patricia Stauffer, age 86 of Elkhart, was called home to Heaven on October 21, 2022. Irene was born July 29, 1936, in London, Ontario Canada to the late Charles and Louise Elbourn.

She is survived by her children Deborah A. (John) Haines of Elkhart, David C. (Sue) Stauffer of Granger and Teresa I. (Jason) Sailor of...

Oct 20, 2022

Clarence Leonard “Sonny” Chambers Jr., age 84 passed away with his family by his side on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at his home in Osceola.  Sonny was born May 23, 1938, in Mahan, West Virginia to the late Clarence L. Sr. and Marcella Ruth (Fisher) Chambers.  He attended Mishawaka High School and later enlisted in the US...

Oct 19, 2022

Walter Lee Carter, age 88 of Osceola, passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2022.  Walter was born July 27, 1934, in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late William and Mary (Quier) Carter.  Following his graduation from Mishawaka High School, Walt enlisted in the US Army and served honorably until his discharge in 1962.  On June 25, 1955, he married the former...

Oct 17, 2022

Robert Leon Packer, age 52 of Walkerton, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on October 17, 2022.  Rob was born April 24, 1970, in South Bend, Indiana.  He attended John Glenn High School and was employed in the construction industry as a trade worker for over 25 years.

He is survived by his mother Sandra Packer of Walkerton, his...

Oct 12, 2022

Ashley Nichole Stevens, age 31 of Mishawaka, passed away Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend.  Ashley was born October 4, 1991, in South Bend, Indiana.

She is survived by her parents Robert and Ruby (Pyburn) Stevens, her children, Brandon Taylor Jr., Kaiden Stevens, Izaiah Stevens and Arthur Sanderson Jr., as well as her...

Oct 10, 2022

Michelle Renee Peffley-Jaeckel, age 49 of South Bend, transitioned from this earthly life to the next at the Raclin House, Center for Hospice at 7:02 pm Monday, October 10, 2022, after a long and hard-fought battle with cancer. Michelle was born July 2, 1973, in Elkhart, Indiana to Michael and Deborah (Messick) Peffley.  She was a graduate of Jimtown...

Oct 9, 2022

James Dale Johnson, 73, of Osceola, IN, passed away October 9, 22, at South Bend Memorial Hospital. James was born on September 14, 1949, to the late Dale B. and Opal (Hudson) Johnson. On October 3, 1970, he married his childhood sweetheart Shirley Murphy.

Surviving along with his wife are 3 children, Renae Johnson (fiancé Al Stohler),...

Oct 5, 2022

Donna Marie Manzuk, 73, from Osceola, passed away Wednesday October 5, at Woodland Manor. She was born on June 2, 1949, in South Bend to the late John Lewis and Mary Valarie Pacay. She married Michael Manzuk Sr., and they were together for over 50 years.

Surviving is her husband, 2 sons, Michael Manzuk Jr., Mark Manzuk,...

Oct 4, 2022

Debra Ann “Debbie” Bueche, age 63, passed away with her family by her side on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at her home in Osceola.  Debbie was born August 23, 1959, in Elkhart, Indiana to the late George and Janis (Styve) Moyer. Debbie was a graduate of LaSalle High School, class of 1977.  She later earned her associate...

Sep 28, 2022

Tanis, age 30, passed away peacefully at home September 28, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Tanis is survived by his parents Michelle andTanis Arriaga Sr., along with four sisters, Yadira, Zuri, Aylin, and Alexis, and three brothers, Justin, Jimmy, and Eduardo.

Tanis was a devoted son, brother, uncle, and friend. He was full of love and...

Sep 25, 2022

James R. “Jim” Trader, 85, of Mishawaka, passed away at South Bend Memorial Hospital on September 25, 2022. Jim was born on September 11, 1937, to the late Charles Harold Trader and Zelda (Ball) Trader. On April 14, 1957, in South Bend, he married his high school sweetheart, Linda, his wife of 65 years.

Jim is survived...

Sep 23, 2022

Jeffery Quentin Welker, age 66 of Osceola, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 23, 2022.  Jeff was born April 9, 1956, in South Bend, Indiana to the late Freddie and Oma (Joseph) Welker.  Following his graduation from Penn High School, Jeff enlisted in the US Marine Corps where he served honorably until his discharge in 1977.  Shortly thereafter, Jeff...