Obituaries

Oct 23, 2023

Steven Jay Manges, 67, of South Bend passed away peacefully in Mishawaka on October 23, 2023. He was born November 10, 1955, in Mishawaka, to the late Dean Manges and Betty (Bailey) Jones. Steve married his beloved wife Susie Feliciano on May 27, 2006. Their combined families gave Steve great joy. They held and attended many family parties and...

Oct 21, 2023

John P. Bennett, of Nappanee, was taken home to his Lord and Savior on Saturday, October, 21, 2023. He was born March 14, 1965, to the late George and Wildas Bennett, in Toledo Ohio. On September 1, 2012, he married his beloved bride, Cheryl Bontrager.

She survives, along with step-children Brittani (Josh) Harber of Noblesville, John (Alicia)...

Oct 20, 2023

Jason Lee Lillard, age 45 of Elkhart, passed away on October 20. 2023.  Jason was born October 27, 1977, to Arnold Dale Boggs and Faith Ann (Lillard) Baughman.  He was a graduate of Elkhart Central High School (Always a Blazer!!).  During his high school years, Jason worked for Lithotone of Elkhart, Indiana and following his graduation from Vincennes University...

Oct 20, 2023

Brogan Casey Oldfather, age 14 of Osceola, passed away Friday, October 20, 2023.  Brogan was born on May 22, 2009, in South Bend, Indiana to Steve and Jodi (Goon) Oldfather.

He is survived by his parents Jodi Oldfather of Mishawaka and Steve Oldfather of Osceola as well as his sister Teagan Oldfather. Also surviving are his grandparents...

Oct 14, 2023

Kirk D. Kenaga Sr., age 67 of Mishawaka, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 14, 2023.  Kirk was born April 26, 1956, in Elkhart, Indiana to the late Robert and Gwendolyn (Crume) Kenaga and was a graduate of Penn High School.  In July of 1984, Kirk married Patricia Schmitt.  They celebrated 38 years of marriage before Patti’s passing in...

Oct 12, 2023

Gerritt Lee Hunting, 84 of Osceola, IN entered heaven’s rest surrounded by family on Thursday, October 12, 2023.  Born in Mt. Pleasant, IA to the late Marvin and Grace (Siverly) Hunting, Gerritt later married his high school sweetheart, Mary Renee Henessee, in Mt. Pleasant on August 27, 1961.  They enjoyed a great life together over 62 years.

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Oct 12, 2023

Ruth Jean “Jeannie” Reppert, age 74, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 12, 2023, while surrounded by her family at her home in Mishawaka.  Jean was born December 9, 1948, in South Bend, Indiana to the late John and Velma (McCallister) Miller. She was a graduate of Adams High School, class of 1967 and on November...

Oct 11, 2023

Erika Dzidra Purviance, age 76 of Elkhart, formerly of North Carolina, passed away at her daughter Toni’s home in Elkhart on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. Erika was born April 21, 1947, in Wuerzburg, Germany to the late Zanis and Anna (Dzidra) Pupols.

She is survived by her children Dawn (Scott) Nordman of Elkhart, Robert (Andrea) Harness of...

Oct 11, 2023

Russel Allan Thomas Sr., age 76, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at his home in Mishawaka.  Russ was born August 30, 1947, to the late Delmas and Evelyn (Hill) Thomas in South Bend, Indiana.  While at Riley High School, Russ met Karel Lee Miller and they were married on March 12, 1966.  They celebrated 53 years...

Oct 10, 2023

Judy Kay Annis, 81, of South Bend died Tuesday morning, October 10, 2023, from complications from an unexpected, tragic event.

Judy was born in St. Joseph County, IN on December 8, 1941, to the late Israel and Lorena (Neff) Raderstorf. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Ronald S. Annis, and sister, Patsy...

Oct 9, 2023

Mary M. Manijak, age 91, passed away October 9, 2023, with her children by her side at her home in South Bend. Mary was born December 21, 1931, in South Bend, Indiana.  Mary was a member of the first class to graduate from South Bend Catholic High School. On September 29, 1956, she married Harry Manijak at Holy Cross...

Oct 8, 2023

Wanda June Wood, age 89 of Osceola, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2023, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.  Wanda was born November 1, 1933, in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late Ralph and Mildred (Emmert) Spear. Wanda graduated from Mishawaka High School in 1951.  On December 27, 1952, she married Irvin “Woody” Wood. They celebrated 57 years of marriage...

Oct 5, 2023

James E. “Jim” Boal, age 77, passed away at his home in Elkhart with his wife by his side on Thursday, October 5, 2023. Jim was born December 22, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois to the late James A. and Betty (Cary) Boal.  Following his graduation from High School at Shipshewana-Scott, Jim enlisted in the United States Air Force where...

Oct 3, 2023

Irene Rodriguez Gallegos, age 51 of Manuel Doblado, Guanajuato, Mexico, passed away at her sister’s home in Mishawaka on Tuesday, October 3, 2023.  Irene was born December 6, 1971, in Manuel Doblado, Guanajuato, Mexico to Fidencio and Maria Rebeca Rodriguez.  Irene graduated with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and her career was extremely important to her. She was...

Oct 2, 2023

Edd Banks, age 82, passed away at his home in Elkhart on Monday, October 2, 2023.  Edd was born December 18, 1940, in Hazard, Kentucky to the late Bill and Angie Banks.  On March 3, 1962, he married Lena Ousley.  They celebrated 53 years before her passing in April of 2015.

He is survived by his sons...

Oct 1, 2023

Paul Rex Juday, 71, of Osceola, entered into final rest on October 1 ,2023 at the Ernestine M. Raclin House at the Center for Hospice in Mishawaka, surrounded by his loving family.

Paul was born on July 24, 1952, in South Bend, IN to Rex and Rhea (Warner) Juday. On November 25, 1971, he married the love...

Sep 25, 2023

Christopher Gary Godfrey, 47, of Mishawaka died Monday, September 25, 2023, at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis after a short illness. He was born on November 17, 1975, to James Hill and Toni (Alwood) in Auburn. Toni Re-married to Gary Godfrey in 1989 and Christopher was adopted by Gary on December 18, 2000.

Christopher was preceded in death by...

Sep 21, 2023

Dennis Shaw, 55, died unexpectedly in Mishawaka on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023. On Jan. 25, 1968, he was born in Sault St. Marie, MI to Robert Sr. and Gloria L. (Hartman) Shaw.

Surviving is a daughter Erica (Billy) Pennington, and his siblings Robert Shaw Jr, Ronald Shaw, Jackie Vanhuffel, and Jerry Shaw all of Mishawaka, and 2...

Sep 21, 2023

Paul T. Little, age 78 of Osceola, Indiana. passed away at North Woods Village on Thursday, September 21, 2023.  Paul was born January 29, 1945, to the late Paul E. and Helen L. (Pyke) Little.  Paul was a graduate of Penn High School, class of 1963. On May 30, 1964, he married Sherry Dipert. They recently celebrated their 59th...

Sep 19, 2023

Ralph John Dabrowiak, age 86 of South Bend, passed away at Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. Ralph was born June 29, 1937, in South Bend to the late Benedict and Helen (Kuczwara) Dabrowiak. He was a graduate of South Bend Central High School and later served his country honorably in the United States Air Force during the...