Obituaries
Kevin M. Lynn
Feb 3, 2025
Kevin Michael Lynn, 49, unexpectedly passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, with his family by his side. He was born on February 14, 1975, to the late Michael Lynn and Sandra (White) Squint and later married Tabatha Lynn (Eskridge).
She survives along with their children, Alex, McKenna, and Braxton Lynn all of Mishawaka. Surviving also are siblings, Angela (David) Lynn...
Lee Ann Eberlein
Jan 30, 2025
Lee Ann Eberlein, 47, of Edwardsburg, Michigan, entered into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Born on April 29, 1977, to Edward and Carol (Atkinson)Gill, Lee lived a life full of love, faith, and devotion to those around her. A 1995 graduate of Mishawaka High School, Lee excelled both academically and athletically, competing in volleyball, basketball, and track and...
Carlyn West-Davis
Jan 28, 2025
Carlyn West-Davis, 70, of Elkhart, entered glory on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 with her daughter by her side. She was born on April 6, 1954, to the late Rev. Booker T. West and Geneva L. (Works) West in South Bend, and later married Bernard E. Davis, who also preceded her in death in November 2023.
Surviving is her daughter, Sierra West,...
Karen Lynn Baskins
Jan 26, 2025
Karen Lynn Baskins, age 80, of Elkhart, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at the Center for Hospice, Esther House. Born on December 25, 1944, in LaPaz, Indiana, she was the eldest of three daughters of the late Chester E. and Mardelle L. (Krathwohl) Proctor. Affectionately known as the “Three K’s,” Karen and her sisters...
Angela Marie Davis
Jan 21, 2025
Angela “Angie” Davis, 57, of Union, MI, entered rest Tuesday, January 21, 2025, with her family at her side. She was born January 9, 1968, in Elkhart to the late Roger S. and Patricia J. (Lewandowski) Kron and later married Ernie Davis, who survives. Surviving also are Angie’s children, Matthew Gibson of Mishawaka, Nathaniel (Adam) Gibson of Cass, MI, Robert...
Donald Severance
Jan 19, 2025
Rev. Donald Harry Severance was born April 2, 1932, to the late Harry Arthur and Esther Marie (Krake) Severance in a log farmhouse near Imlay City, Lapeer County, Michigan. Don was a cherished husband, father, pastor, and community leader. His life was dedicated to faith, family, and service… leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him. Together with his...
Brian Edward May
Jan 18, 2025
Brian Edward May, 65, of Osceola passed unexpectedly at home on Saturday, January 18, 2025. He was born in South Bend on August 4, 1959, to the late David, Sr. and Betty J. (Wiese) May, and later married Jolene Miller-May on August 17, 2024. She survives, along with his son, Geremy May of Hohenwald, TN, and his stepchildren Marlena and...
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...
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