Obituaries

Aug 25, 2024

Frank James Fanin Jr., age 59 of South Bend, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024.  Frank was born July 6, 1965, in Chicago, Illinois.  Frank dedicated over 25 years of his life to his work as an automotive painter at AM General. He was particularly proud of being the very first employee to work on the iconic H2...

Aug 21, 2024

Jerry D. King, age 76 of Mishawka, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 21, 2024.  Jerry was born February 20, 1948, in Des Arc, Arkansas.  Following high school, Jerry enlisted in the US Navy where he served honorably during the Vietnam war. Born and raised with a strong sense of duty, Jerry served his country with...

Aug 20, 2024

*** UPDATE TO SERVICE TIMES*** Please join the Hayden family for a celebration of Bob's life from 2-5 pm Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the VFW Post 360 in Mishawaka, 1307 E Jefferson Blvd, Mishawaka, IN 46545.

Bobbie Eugene Hayden Sr., age 97 of Elkhart, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday,...

Aug 11, 2024

Frank Loren "Sonny" Deak Jr. of Osceola/Elkhart passed away on his 96th birthday Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Woodland Manor in Elkhart.  Frank was born August 11, 1928 to the late Frank and Vivian (Bills) Deak Sr.  After graduating from Jimtown High School in 1946, he worked for Studebaker's in South Bend until he was drafted into the U.S....

Aug 11, 2024

Dennis L. “Kelly” Kelly, 73, of Elkhart, took his final breath at home, Sunday, August 11, 2024, after a courageous battle with throat cancer. He was born in Cincinnati, OH on January 11, 1951, to the late Eugene Prior and Thelma Kelly. And later spent many years with his partner in crime, Denise Brassie. Denise survives along with Kelly’s...

Aug 6, 2024

Due to unforseen technical issues, the livestream of Craig's service will not be available for viewing this evening.  Our staff sincerely apologizes for any inconvenience.

Craig Charles Weisweaver, age 75 of Osceola, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at Creekside Village of Mishawaka.  Craig was born June 18, 1949, in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late...

Aug 5, 2024

Daniel Clarence “Danny” Edwards, age 70 of Lakeville, Indiana passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024, while in Rapid City, South Dakota attending the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Danny was born June 10,1954, in Elkhart, Indiana to the late Coy and Jean (Smith) Edwards.  He was a graduate of Mishawaka High School, class of 1972. Danny loved animals, particularly...

Jul 30, 2024

Martin Ewing McCullen, 66, of Osceola entered heavenly rest on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. He was born March 6, 1958, to the late Matthew Laurence McCullen and Jeraldine Elaine (Ewing) Ashley in Burbank, CA.

Surviving is his sister, Anne McLane of Garland, TX. Martin proudly served his local community as a manager for U-Haul and enjoyed using...

Jul 29, 2024

Michael James Schultz, 58, of Granger, Indiana, received his heavenly healing with his family by his side, Monday, July 29, 2024, after valiantly battling Pancreatic cancer for two and a half years. He was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada on December 27, 1965, to Allene (Goentzel) and Delmer Schultz. He married the love of his life, Lucy Katherine Fatter...

Jul 23, 2024

James Edward Wyatt, age 55 of Elkhart, passed away at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center on July 23, 2024.  Jim was born January 17, 1969, in Elkhart, Indiana to Harold and Glendia (Attkisson) Wyatt.  He was a graduate of Memorial High School, class of 1987 and later earned his associate’s degree in information technology, where he worked as a...

Jul 23, 2024

Carl Steven Banacka, 66, of Bourbon, formerly Osceola, passed with family by his side, on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. He was born in Mishawaka on June 22, 1958, to the late Charles E. and Winnetta Emaline (Pieffer) Banacka, and later married and began his family.

Surviving are his three children, Virgil “Shawn” (Brandy Lopez) Bright of New...

Jul 18, 2024

Devon Martin Smith Jr., was stillborn on July 18, 2024. Though Devon's time with us was brief, his presence touched the hearts of all who awaited his arrival.

Devon is lovingly remembered and survived by his father, Devon Martin Smith Sr., and his mother, Jamica Baker-Kennedy. He is also survived by his siblings, Dy'Lonni Smith, La'Mia House,...

Jul 17, 2024

Pamela Sue Fullmer, age 65 of Osceola, passed away on July 17, 2024 leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Pam was born May 22, 1959, in Greenville, Ohio, to James and Pauline “Polly” (Royer) McClurg.  She attended Riley High School and later became a waitress and line cook in various restaurants throughout Michiana, where her warm...

Jul 16, 2024

Marvin Elmer Ryall, Sr, 87, of Osceola, passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family after a battle with cancer. He was born on March 28, 1937, in Dell, AR to the late Elmer and Eugeneia (Swafford) Ryall and later married Ruth Platz, who preceded him in death on February 6, 2024.

Surviving are their five children,...

Jul 14, 2024

Brian Lee Reidenbach, born April 10, 1956, to Earl and Wanda Reidenbach, passed away on July 14, 2024. He attended Mishawaka High School, where he played football.

Brian is preceded in death by his father Earl Reidenbach, Mother Wanda Moore-Reidenbach, stepmother Jerry Reidenbach, son Jamison Kindig, sister Brenda Reidenbach, and three stepbrothers: Dennis, Brian, and Kurt Keltz....

Jul 12, 2024

Ellen Louise Victory, age 81 of Osceola, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 12, 2024, after a short battle with cancer.  Ellen was born June 25, 1943, in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late Forest and Grace (Young) Gibson.  She was a graduate of Penn High School, class of 1961.  On July 8, 1961, she...

Jul 12, 2024

When a soul leaves, the world seems different, and as of Friday, July 12, 2024, something beautiful is now missing from our world: Irene Lehman - our Rene, our Mama, our Mom, our Nana - the beautiful soul of our family.

Irene is survived by her sister and best friend, Shirley Yerk, as well her three children:...

Jul 9, 2024

John Robert Hawkins, age 67 of Osceola, Indiana, passed away July 9, 2024.  There will be no formal services for John, but Dian and the family ask that you remember him each in your own special way.

Jul 9, 2024

Laura Sue Lefebvre, age 59 of Wakarusa, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at Elkhart General Hospital. Laura was born February 19, 1965, to the late Donald and Sarah Jane (Smith) Wood.  She was a graduate of Penn High School, and later earned her associate degree in Occupational Therapy from Brown Mackie College. Laura loved her job...

Jul 6, 2024

David Brian Cooper, age 68, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on July 6, 2024. David was born on November 2, 1955, in Detroit, MI, and was a dedicated family man, a proud Marine, and a man of many talents.

David served his country honorably in the United States Marine Corps during...