Obituaries
William Otto Kruggel
Jan 15, 2025
William “Bill” Otto Kruggel, 82, of Palm Beach, Fl, formerly of South Bend, IN entered eternal rest on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, in West Palm Beach, Florida. Bill was born in South Bend, on July 1, 1942, to the late William, Sr. and Gertrude (Dobbert) Kruggel, and later married Gaye Lynne Morros, who also preceded him in death.
Surviving are his...
Martha Cesavice
Jan 15, 2025
Martha “Marti” Cesavice, 82, of South Bend entered rest on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, with family by her side. She was born in Nappanee to Levi and Lydia Ann (Miller) Slabaugh on October 8, 1942, and later married George Cesavice III, who preceded her in death on April 7, 2022.
Surviving are their children, Mike (Char) Hooley, Marcia (Kevin Hershberger) Hooley,...
Daniel Matthew Turley
Jan 12, 2025
Daniel Matthew Turley, age 55, of Osceola, Indiana, passed away on January 12, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, with his beloved wife, Deanna, by his side.
Daniel worked as a diesel technician for over 40 years and was deeply devoted to his family and friends. He found joy in spending time outdoors and working in his garage, which was...
Shirley Mae Ford
Jan 11, 2025
Shirley Mae Ford, age 84, of Mishawaka, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025. She was born on December 30, 1940, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to John and Patience (Buckheister) Ford.
She is survived by her son, Randy Dobrodt (Dana) of Mishawaka; stepdaughters Monica Williams-Fortuna, Michelle Alter, and Gina Snyder; grandchildren Niccolas Elliott, Cidney Callahan (Tyler), Elyona Dobrodt, and Colten Dobrodt; step-grandchildren...
Charles D. Davis
Dec 31, 2024
Charles “Dan” Davis, 71, of Jones, Michigan, passed away from long term illness on December 31, 2024, with his wife Linda, by his side.
Born on July 27, 1953, in Elkhart, Indiana, Dan graduated from Jimtown High School in 1972. After graduation, he spent 15 years in the recreational vehicle industry and owned various business-related ventures.
Dan is survived by his beloved...
Denny Rondot
Dec 28, 2024
Dennis Patrick Rondot, age 83, of Osceola, Indiana, passed away with his family by his side on Saturday, December 28, 2024. Born on November 8, 1941, in Mishawaka, Indiana, Denny married Margie Garrard on April 13, 1963. Together, they shared nearly 56 years of marriage before her passing in March 2019.
Denny is survived by his children: Mike (Cathy) Abbiehl of...
Christyne Stephens
Dec 23, 2024
We celebrate the life of Christyne Stephens, who passed away peacefully at the age of 61 on December 23rd, 2024. She was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on August 22nd, 1963, to Ken and Sue Snyder.
She married the love of her life, Tim Stephens, on September 8th, 1984. She enjoyed a career as a teacher for students with special needs....
Sandra E. Squint
Dec 21, 2024
Sandra Elaine Squint, age 73 of Mishawaka, passed away with her family by her side on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Sandy was born November 13, 1951, in South Bend, Indiana to the late Estol “Whitey” and Marjorie “Bonnie” (Norred) White. In January of 1979, Sandy married Richard Edward Squint Sr in Mishawaka. Richard and Sandy celebrated 44 years of marriage...
Johnny E. Laws
Dec 10, 2024
John E. Laws, age 71 of Osceola, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. John was born September 27, 1953, in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late Eugene E. and Ora Mae (Crowder) Laws. He was a graduate of Penn High School, class of 1972. While at Penn, he met Carol Gushwa. They were married on July...
Joshua David Campbell
Dec 8, 2024
Joshua David Campbell, 51, of Mishawaka, passed away on December 8, 2024, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He was born in in Wiesbaden, Germany to Stephen “Terry” and Margaret “Maggie” Campbell on April 27, 1973, while his father was serving in the U.S. Army. Josh attended Penn High School and later furthered his education at Davenport College of South Bend. He...
Brian Lee Carpenter
Dec 6, 2024
Brian Lee Carpenter of Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on December 6, 2024, at the age of 56. He was born on October 22, 1968, in Mishawaka and attended Mishawaka High School.
Brian is survived by his beloved children, Joseph “Joey” Travers of Mishawaka, and Madisyn Aubrey Carpenter of Topeka, Kansas. He is also survived by his siblings: Brenda (Johnny Warren)...
Jennifer L. Kucenski
Dec 6, 2024
Jennifer L. (Cantrell) Kucenski, 72, of Elkhart, entered heavenly rest at home on Friday, December 6, 2024. She was born in Nappanee on January 24, 1952, and later married Edward Kucenski on July 4, 1981. He preceded her in death in 1999.
Surviving are her sons, Jason and Josh (Rayanna Waire) Kucenski, both of Elkhart and Brent Lane of Niles, MI....
Michelle Slabach
Dec 5, 2024
Michelle Rene Slabach, 60, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away on December 5, 2024, at Elkhart General Hospital. Born on May 4, 1964, in Yuma, Arizona, Michelle was the daughter of William Lloyd and Janet Elaine (Troyer) Weaver. A 1982 graduate of Jimtown High School, Michelle went on to pursue a career in computer technology. For over 13 years, she worked...
Zora J. Cabanaw
Dec 4, 2024
Zora Jane Cabanaw, age 90, of Mishawaka, passed away on December 4, 2024. She was born on September 27, 1934, in South Bend, Indiana, to Clarence Blatz and Josephine (Reichanadter) Mead, both of whom preceded her in death. On June 26, 1964, Zora married William Cabanaw, who passed away on October 21, 1974.
Surviving are her daughters, Gail (Thomas) Rees and...
Martha Jean Hopkins
Dec 2, 2024
Martha Jean Hopkins, age 90, of Mishawaka, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 2, 2024, Jean was born on August 18, 1934, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Alburto O. "Bill" and Mable (Evans) Wells. She graduated from Mishawaka High School in 1952. In the 1980s, Jean worked as a technical assistant at the Elkhart Career Center,...
Jeremiah Christian Schmucker
Nov 28, 2024
Jeremiah Christian Schmucker, age 24 of South Bend, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024. Born on July 21, 2000, in Florence, Alabama, Jeremiah brought light and joy to everyone he met. His kindness, warmth, and unwavering thoughtfulness left a mark on all who knew him. Jeremiah had a heart of gold and a special talent for making others...
Shelia D. Carpenter
Nov 27, 2024
Shelia D. Carpenter, 68, of South Bend, passed away at Memorial Hospital on November 27, 2024. She was born on February 23, 1956, in South Bend, Indiana, to the late John and Tiny (Balentine) Robertson.
Shelia is survived by her sons, Michael Kindley, Jason Robertson, and Jeffery Carpenter, all of South Bend, along with 15 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. She is...
William "Bill" L. Jones
Nov 26, 2024
William L. “Bill” Jones, age 70, of South Bend, passed away on November 26, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born on September 9, 1954, in Eau Claire, Michigan, he was the son of the late Floyd and Ella Larmon. A proud graduate of Eau Claire High School, Bill dedicated his career to his trade as a union painter with Painter’s...
Sandra "Sandy" Greenwood
Nov 24, 2024
Sandra “Sandy” L. Greenwood, 76, of Cassopolis, MI entered heavenly rest Sunday, November 24, 2024, with family by her side. She was born October 5, 1948 in Mishawaka to the late Billy and Dorothy (Campbell) Bird and later married Loren “Butch” Greenwood in October 1968, celebrating 56 years of marriage before her passing.
Surviving are their children, Loree Greenwood of Cassopolis...
Craig Warren Smith
Nov 19, 2024
Craig Warren Smith, 77, of Elkhart, died Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at VA-Hospital, Marion, Indiana, with his family by his side. Craig was born on January 21, 1947, in Elkhart, to the late Albert Lee and Phyllis (Wenger) Smith. Preceding him in death were his parents, brothers, Ron L Wenger in 2012, Randy Smith in 2019, and half-brother Al...
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