Obituaries

Aug 17, 2022

Anthony Craig DeBoard age 66 of Mishawaka, passed away at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka on Wednesday, August 17, 2022.  Anthony was born June 12, 1956, in Rensselaer, IN to the late Bufford Von DeBoard and Loella (Conley) DeBoard, who survives.  On January 30, 1976, he married Beverly (Pitts) DeBoard.

Surviving are his wife Beverly...

Aug 15, 2022

Cynthia Ann “Cyndi” Gatlin-Baxter, age 52 of Mishawaka, passed away surrounded by her loving family on August 15, 2022.  Cyndi was born September 26, 1969, in South Bend, Indiana and attended Washington High School.  Later, she enrolled in Ivy Tech college to obtain her certificate as a Certified Nurse’s Assistant which led to a long and rewarding career teaching...

Aug 10, 2022

Tonia Lee Hudson, 71 of Mishawaka, passed away on August 10, 2022. Tonia was born May 10, 1951, to Sherrill and Theone (Potter) Hudson. Tonia is survived by her children, Jeremy (Abigail) Pollyea, Samantha (Martyn Sharp) Pollyea, Tracy Pollyea. Her grandchildren, Cole, Elliot, Julien, Nola, Zoë, M’ari, Jayce. Her siblings, Ted Hudson, Terry Hudson, Tom Hudson, Tami Walker, and...

Aug 8, 2022

Sylvia Ann Jones, age 60 of Mishawaka, passed away at her residence on Monday, August 8, 2022. Sylvia was born November 14, 1961, in Berrien Center, Michigan to the late Charles and Caroline (Hart) Northrop. She was married once in her life to the father of her children, Jerrold Jones Sr. Although they were divorced, they still both had...

Aug 7, 2022

Troy Keifer Hardy, age 32 of South Bend, passed away unexpectedly on August 7, 2022.  Troy was born May 9, 1990 in Elkhart, Indiana.

He is survived by his parents Terry Lee Hardy of South Bend, Cindy Hardy of South Bend and his children Troy, Samuel, Mildred and Timmy. Surviving as well are his siblings Melanie Jewel...

Aug 7, 2022

Fidencio Rodriguez, 93, of Mishawaka, passed away Sunday, August 7, 2022, at Fountainview Care Center. Fidencio was born November 16, 1928 in Arandas Jal Mexico to the late Ramon and Maria Guadalupe (Ramirez) Rodriguez. He married Maria Rebeca Gallegos on November 16, 1950. Fidencio had a life-long passion for music. His career was playing in Mariachi Bands. He loved...

Aug 7, 2022

Dorothy (Herron) Olinger, also known as "Dottie," "Dot", "Red"  or "Grandma Red" went to be united with her heavenly family on Sunday, August 7th, 2022. Dorothy graduated from Mishawaka High School in 1964. Soon after graduation she  married Charles Sowders in August of 1965. Together they had three children and ultimately made their home in Mishawaka until their divorce....

Aug 5, 2022

Johanna Frieda Quinn, age 82 of Osceola, passed away at her residence on Friday, August 5,2022.  Johanna was born September 29, 1939, in Bad Rappenau, Germany to the late Albert Fredinand and Erika (Bechtold) Toberer.  On February 12, 1969, she married Edwin H. Quinn in Jefferson County, Alabama.  The Quinns celebrated 50 years of marriage before Eddie’s passing in...

Aug 2, 2022

Douglas M. Hershberger, age 71 of Osceola, passed away at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center on Tuesday, August 2, 2022.  Doug was born September 1, 1950, in Elkhart, Indiana to the late Herman and Maryellen (Shipman) Hershberger.  Following his graduation from Penn High School in 1969, Doug answered the call of his country and enlisted in the US Air...

Aug 1, 2022

John “Ailey” Ball, 52, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away in his home surrounded by his family August 1, 2022. He was born December 1, 1969, in Elkhart, Indiana to the late Ballard and Margie (Mahon) Ball. John was married May 7, 2004, to Nancy (McCreary) Ball. John had six children that he loved dearly.

John is survived...

Aug 1, 2022

Linda Kay Martin-Clark, of Osceola, Indiana, passed away surrounded by her three children on August 1, 2022, one day shy of her 81st birthday, at the Center for Hospice, Raclin House, in Mishawaka.  She was born August 2, 1941, in Terre Haute, Indiana to the late Carroll James and Myrtle (Jackson) Richey.   She was married to her husband Carl...

Jul 29, 2022

Harriett Anne Wiley, age 78, passed away July 29, 2022, at her home in South Bend, Indiana.  Harriett was born April 20, 1944, in Anderson, Indiana to the late Joseph and Lois (Ellis) Wiley.  She was a graduate of Highland High School, class of 1962 and later graduated with her bachelor's degree in education from Ball State.  Harriett later...

Jul 17, 2022

Sherry L. Tatay, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family in Granger, Indiana on July 17, 2022 at the age of 71 due to natural causes. Sherry was born November 13, 1950 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Coleen (Badgero) Ricker. She was preceded in death by her...

Jul 12, 2022

Armani Javier Lara, age 2 of Elkhart, joined the Angels in Heaven on July 12, 2022. Armani was born May 21, 2020, in South Bend to his loving parents, Roberto Lara and Brittany Primm.  During his short time on Earth, Armani knew nothing but love and brought joy and happiness to every life he touched.  His life was a...

Jul 11, 2022

Diana Joyce Brugh, age 76 of Sun City Center, Florida, passed away July 11, 2022, at South Shore Hospital.  Diana was born October 29, 1945, in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Carl C. and Glenda P. (Hopkins) Clifton.

She is survived by her sons Brian Reith of Watauga, Texas, Keven (Angel) Reith of Niles, Michigan, and...

Jul 10, 2022

Otto Svend Jelinski unexpectedly and tragically left this world on Sunday, July 10, 2022, just five months and sixteen days after he was born. Otto was born January 25, 2022, to his loving parents, Zachariah and Emily (Perry) Jelinski. He was welcomed by his big brother, Obbe Bear Jelinski.

If you had the opportunity to meet him,...

Jul 9, 2022

Todd Stewart Isbell, age 54 of South Bend, passed away at Memorial Hospital on July 9, 2022. Todd was born April 26, 1968 in Valparaiso, Indiana to the late James Warren and Nancy Mae (Lantz) Isbell. He was a graduate of Mishawaka High School, class of 1987 and was employed as a welder for over 3o years with Quality...

Jul 6, 2022

Jill Ann Belbey age 50 of Somerville Alabama passed away surrounded by her loving family on July 6, 2022. Jill was born May 28, 1972, in Elkhart, Indiana. She graduated from Memorial High School and soon moved to Somerville where she met Dennis Belbey who survives with their son Mark. Also, Jill leaves behind her father, Stanley (Sandra) Floerkey,...

Jul 3, 2022

** 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...

Jun 29, 2022

Danny Paul Plummer, age 81 of Granger, Indiana was greeted with open arms by his Lord and savior, on June 29, 2022.  Danny was born On July 7, 1940, in Lakeville, Indiana to the late Joseph Otto and Pearl Agnes (Laughman) Plummer.  Following graduation from Lakeville High School in 1958 the call of his country was heard, and Danny...