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Oct. 1, 1920 – May 10, 2013
to John R. and Olive B. (Comiskey) Doyle at Shullsburg, WI., an agricultural and mining hamlet in LaFayette County.
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| Dewitt A. Latimer |
June 27, 1962 -- May 5, 2013
GRANGER, IN – Mr. Dewitt Austin Latimer, 50, passed away Sunday at 2:14pm as a result of injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident in Norris, MT. Dewitt was born in Southern Pines, NC to Austin Charles Latimer and the late Alexia (Broughton) Latimer on June 27, 1962. He received his BS and MS degrees at Clemson University and his PhD at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Mr. Latimer was the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Montana State University. He had formerly been the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Deputy CIO at the University of Notre Dame. Dewitt was an active leader in his professional communities of EDUCAUSE and Internet2. He served on numerous committees & working groups advancing important initiatives. Dewitt was a highly regarded presenter & author on various technologies and consulted nationally and internationally. He recently joined both the Microsoft Higher Education Advisory Group (HEAG) as well as the NorthWest Academic Computing Consortium (NWACC) and was already making valuable contributions. Over the years, Dewitt was also actively involved with his family and community. He helped in Boy Scouts, coached Mathcounts and multiple youth sports teams, loved skiing and woodworking, and served on the Covington Shores Neighborhood Association as president. On December 17, 1988 he married Kim M. Hayden Latimer in Goose Creek, SC. She survives him along with their four children: Kevin, 17, Steven, 16, Katie, 13, and Lauren, 10, all of Granger. Also surviving is his father Austin C. Latimer; a sister, Marian Russell both of Greenville, SC; a sister, Peggy Sarif, of Rosarito Beach, Mexico and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Milton and Joyce Hayden of Granger, IN. Funeral services to celebrate his life will be Friday May 10, at 10:00am at McGann Hay Funerals | Cremations | Gatherings, Granger Chapel, 13260 SR 23 enter off Cherry Road, Granger, IN. Friends may call Thursday from 4-8pm and one hour before the service, 9-10am, on Friday all at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Mishawaka, IN. Memorial donations may be made to a scholarship fund set up for his children at Old National Bank, 7030 Heritage Square Dr., Granger, IN 46530, 574- 271-6420. To send condolences to the family or for directions log on to www.McGannHay.com. |
| Harold Silberman |
September 21, 1937 – May 5, 2013 SOUTH BEND- Harold Silberman, 75, a lifelong resident of the South Bend area, passed away Born September 21, 1937, he was the son of the late Ruben and Rose (Baim) Silberman. His sister, Bonnie Bailer, died in 1996. Harold attended James Monroe elementary school, where he played basketball, and Riley High School, where he played golf. He attended the University of Michigan, and graduated from Indiana University School of Business. On February 23, 1991, he married Cynthia “Cindy” Clark. She survives. He is also survived by one son, Richard (Randi) Silberman, of Brooklyn, New York; one daughter, Susan (Jeff) Wang, of Lafayette, Colorado; 3 stepchildren, Elizabeth (Doug) Griffin of Elkhart, IN, Patricia (Rob) Lobe of Hoboken, NJ and Charles James (Windy) Clark of Galesburg, MI; three grandchildren, Evie Silberman, and Evan and Seth Wang; and 7 step-grandchildren, Chelsea, Kaitlyn and Max Griffin, Olivia and Alexander Lobe, and Charli and Bowie Clark. Harold had a keen sense of humor that will be deeply missed by those who knew him. Harold was a lifelong member of the Hebrew Orthodox Congregation in South Bend. He had recently been honored for his role in helping save the congregation financially in 1970. He owned Super Auto Salvage in South Bend for most of his long career as a businessman. He loved doing business and making deals and started many enterprises during his career, including Michiana Auto Radiator and Harold’s Tickets. Harold was a huge Notre Dame fan and an avid collector. He collected baseball cards, Mickey Mouse paraphernalia, Notre Dame football programs, and college and professional sports team pennants. Although Harold had COPD for more than 11 years, he used his great will and determination to continue leading an active life in spite of his illness. Funeral services were held May 7th at the McGann Hay, Forest G. Hay Chapel. Burial took place at the Hebrew Orthodox Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Harold’s name, to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, 2004 Ironwood Circle, South Bend, IN 46635. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.McGannHay.com.
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| Juanita V. Eckenberger |
May 7, 1913 – May 3, 2013
SOUTH BEND – Mrs. Juanita Virginia (Trittipo) Eckenberger, 99, passed away peacefully on Friday just days before her 100th birthday. Born to the late Elmer and Issie (Lardon) Trittipo on May 7, 1913 in South Bend she was a lifetime area resident. In Goshen on December 21, 1932 she married Clyde Eckenberger. He passed away on April 15, 1970. She retired in 1990 after 25 years working at City Awning as a Sewing Machine Operator. Juanita had a great sense of humor and loved to Quilt and Crochet and drinking her favorite beer Miller Lite with her family. She didn’t drive so she liked to walk everywhere and loved playing Bingo. Juanita had thirteen children including four daughters: Virginia Lewinski of South Bend, Elizabeth Walsh of LaPorte, Janice Conlon of South Bend and Sarah of Granger; nine sons: Benny Eckenberger (d. 1933, William Eckenberger (d. 1997) Emil Eckenberger of Mishawaka, Bill “Ira” Nieswonger (d.2000) John Aydelotte of Missouri, Tom Bolinger of South Bend, Max Eckenberger (d.1964), Terry Eckenberger of Ft. Meyers, FL, Dennis Eckenberger of South Bend; 23 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters and two grandchildren Terry and Donnie Walsh. Services will be at 1:00pm Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at McGann Hay Funerals | Cremations | Gatherings, Forest G. Hay Chapel, 435 S. Ironwood Dr at Jefferson. Friends may call from 4-8pm Monday in the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: the Center for Hospice Care. To send condolences to the family or for directions log on to: www.mcgannhay.com |
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| Sandra L. Decesaro |
February 21, 1949 – April 24, 2013
SOUTH BEND – Mrs. Sandra Lynn Decesaro, 64, passed away Wednesday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center following a lengthy illness. Sandy was born in Cleveland, OH on February 21, 1949 to the late William Burl Gouge and the late Dorothy Carolyn (Garapic) Gouge Cimesa. On June 21, 1969, in Bowling Green, OH she married the love of her life Pastor  Lloyd Decesaro who survives of South Bend. Other survivors include: her daughter Beth (Chris) Gygi of South Bend; two brother-in-laws: Nolan Steiner and James Holman; nieces and nephews: Aimee (Howard) Horton, Susan (Darin) Johnson, Scott (Leslie) Steiner, Debbie (Martin) Lund, Cheryl Ibarra, Tim (Carolyn) Holman and many great nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by a sister Barbara Lee Steiner, a sister-in-law Linda Holman and four grandchildren: one unnamed, Savanah, Cynthia and Bethany.Sandy was Co-Pastor of the Living Word Community Church with her husband Lloyd. “She was everyone’s mother” according to her daughter and son-in-law and “her family and friends were very important to her.” She was also a certified Life Coach. Services to celebrate her life will be held on Monday at 3pm Monday April 29, at McGann Hay Funerals | Cremations | Gatherings, Granger Chapel, 13260 SR 23, enter off Cherry Rd. Friends may call from 1-3pm prior to the service in the funeral home. Burial will be private at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, MI. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to either the Living Word Community Church or the family to help with expenses. To send condolences to the family or for directions log on to: www.McGannHay.com. |
| Elmer J. Danch |
On Wednesday, May 1, 2013 a Memorial Mass will be offered at 10:00am in St. Matthew Cathedral, 1701 Miami St., South Bend, for Elmer J. Danch. Mr. Danch, a life-long resident of South Bend, passed away on Dec. 26, 2012 at Dujare House in Holy Cross Village. Dec. 12, 1913 - Dec. 26, 2012 SOUTH BEND - Elmer Joseph Danch, 99, passed away after a brief illness at 5:05 pm in Dujare House at Holy Cross Village. Born to Hungarian immigrants who located in South Bend, Elmer was the eldest child of Michael A. Danch Sr. and Therese (Nagy) Danch both of whom are deceased. On September 1, 1937 at St. Patrick's Church in South Bend, Elmer married Angela M. Hertel, a co-worker he met while employed at the South Bend News Times. The couple enjoyed 65 wonderful years of marriage before Angela passed away on January 2, 2003. During their marriage, Elmer and Angela adopted three chldren who continue to live in the Michiana area. They are Mary Sparks (Jeff), David Danch and Michael Danch (Conie). Additional survivors include grandchildren Laura Weaver (Mark), Lisa Brammer (Michael), Elizabeth Badics (Rick), Sara Martinez (Louis), Ellen Emery Michael), Stephen Danch, Thomas Sparks, Mary Angela Sparks; two step-grandchildren, Michael Frank (Christina) and Brian Frank; twenty great-grandchildren, one step grand-child and one great-great-grand child. Also surviving are Elmer's sisters Elsie Horvath and Evelyn Szucs, both of South Bend. Two brothers, Alfred and Michael preceeded Elmer in death. A journalist at heart and one who loved sports, Danch began his career while still in high school (age 15) writing sports for the South Bend News Times. He remained with the paper after his high school graduation (he was a member of Riley High School's first grauation class in 1931) until the paper closed in 1938. Working assignments included covering Notre Dame football and Coach Knute Rockne along with high school basketball games played by South Bend Central under Coach John Wooden. Danch stayed in the newspaper business as a reporter for the South Bend Tribune leavng around 1949 to become Studebaker's supervisor of publications, a job that included being the editor of the company newspaper and also working in the advertising department. After Studebaker closed in 1965, Elmer was named director of advertising and public relations at Da-Lite Screen Co. in Warsaw, Indiana, a post he held until he retired in 1985. During much of his working career and even into some of his retirement years, Danch had been a free lance writer/stringer for the Catholic Diocesan newspaper "Our Sunday Visitor" now known as Today's Catholic. This part of his love affair with journalism lasted some 62 years. A sample of his community involvement includes his work with the Knights of Columbus and the Sierra Club, holding lifetime membership in both orgainizations. He is a past Grand Knight of Santa Maria Council 553 and was a member of the Fourth Degree of the Father J. A. Nieuwland Assembly. For 16 years he served as President of the Inter City Catholic League which oversees the Catholic grade school athletic programs in our area. A huge Notre Dame fan, Elmer enjoyed his many years working in the Notre Dame Press Box for home football games as well as traveling to see the Irish play on the road. A member of St. Matthew Cathedral parish in South Bend since 1950, Elmer has been on the Parish Council, been part of the usher program,and served as a lector at Mass and other services. Our family would like to thank the Holy Cross Brothers, the staff, healthcare providers and residents of Dujare House and the doctors and nurses at St. Joseph Medical Center, all who befriended our dad and took care of him. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bishop Joseph R. Crowley Education Fund at St. Matthew Cathedral, 1701 Miami St., South Bend, IN 46613 or to the building fund at St. Joseph High School, 453 Notre Dame Ave., South Bend, IN 46617. |
| Denis P. Turnock |
  September 20, 1932 -- April 25, 2013SOUTH BEND -- Denis Patrick Turnock, born September 20, 1932, in South Bend, Indiana died April 25, 2013, at his home in Morganton, North Carolina. Denis attended St. Patrick’s Grade School, J.W. Riley   High School and Indiana University where he was a member of Delta Upsilon Fraternity. In 1954 he graduated from the University of Notre Dame after serving 2 years in the Korean War. Also in 1954 he married Mavis Jean Davis of South Bend on the beaches of Honolulu where he was stationed at the end of the war. She predeceased him after 35 years of marriage. Together they raised 5 children in Miami, Florida where he was a stock broker and real estate broker. He also lived in Baumholder, Germany, Tulsa, Oklahoma and had a home in Winter Haven, Florida.A lifelong Notre Dame fan, he was president of the Notre Dame Club of Miami, Florida for many years, was a Knight of Columbus, member of Holy Rosary Church and Palmetto Golf Club. He enjoyed golf, his children and grandchildren and was a knowledgeable collector of Japanese cloisonné, golf memorabilia, art and antiques. In his later years he enjoyed many car rallies in Scotland, France and Italy with his brother-in-law. The family headstone at Highland Cemetery in South Bend depicts the 19th hole where he will be laid to rest with his wife and Turnock family. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Maureen Megan and Mark Young, Morganton, N.C., son and daughter-in-law, Denis Michael and Doris Turnock, Vienna, Austria, son, Brian Patrick Turnock, Austin, Texas, sister and brother-in-law, Karen and Anatoly Arutunoff, Tulsa, OK and nephew and his wife, Trace and Maya Sheehan, Brooklyn, N.Y. He was predeceased by his daughter, Jill Turnock Belmonte, Orlando, FL, son, Kevin James Turnock, New York, NY, and parents Pat and Fritzi Turnock of South Bend. Also mourning his loss are 10 grandchildren; Matthew, Mitchell and Madison, Alex, Mavis, Sean, Christina, Michael, Kelen and Colin and a great niece, Quinn. As son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law and uncle each and every life was in some way in his hands. He took care of everyone with his great enthusiasm for life, family, Irish heritage and Notre Dame. Our lives will never be the same but, oh, how lucky we were to have known and loved him!! Viewing will be at the McGann Hay Funeral Home, 2313 E. Edison Road on Wednesday, May 1, 11:15, followed by a funeral mass at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church at 1 P.M. and internment at Highland Cemetery. The family requests memorials be made to the University of Notre Dame. To send condolences to the family or for directions log on to: www.McGannHay.com. |
| Kathryn Neal Corroto |
April 21, 1930 – April 20, 2013
SOUTH BEND-Kathryn Neal Corroto, 82, one day shy of 83, passed away peacefully in her home, April 20, 2013, surrounded by her family.
Born April 21, 1930 in Youngstown, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Clayson and
Dorothy (Burkett) Neal.
On July 19, 1958, Kathryn married Robert E. Corroto. His job resulted in moves to Akron and Tallmadge, Ohio, and they eventually settled in South Bend in 1976. Robert preceded her in death in 1995.
Survivors include a daughter, Nancy Fetz (Lawrence) of New Albany, IN; and a son, Robert Neal Corroto of South Bend; two grandchildren, Lauren Main (John) of Klamath Falls, OR and Deidre Fetz of New Albany, IN; and two brothers, William Neal of Canton, TX and Ernest Neal of Columbus, OH.
Kathryn graduated from Chaney High School in Youngstown, OH, and later received a Bachelor of Arts from Indiana University. She was formerly employed by the Youngstown Board of Education and later the U.S. Steel Company. Golf was a past-time that she enjoyed immensely.
Per her request, cremation will take place. A celebration of life will be held from 12-3PM Thursday at the McGann Hay, Granger Chapel, 13260 SR 23, enter off Cherry Rd.
Memorial donations may be made to the Center for Hospice Care or The American Cancer Society.
| Sylvia L. Paskin |
 February 17, 1924 - April 17, 2013Wilmette, IL-Sylvia L. Paskin, 89, formerly of South Bend, IN, Orlando, FL and more recently Wilmette, IL, is survived by her sons Rick and Steve; daughters-in-law, Debbie and Shannon; and grandchildren, Marc, Kendall and Mike. She was predeceased by her husband Sam and parents Roy and Ann Bloch. Her son Marc died in 1977. Sylvia was born in Philadelphia, PA and lived there as a child until a business opportunity took her family to South Bend, IN where Sylvia graduated from Central High School. She then attended Indiana University in Bloomington, IN in 1941 and subsequently returned to South Bend to work in the administration departments at the University of Notre Dame and Wyman’s Department Store. She met Sam Paskin in South Bend and they married in 1949. Following Sam’s graduation from IU in 1950, they settled in South Bend and raised their family. After their sons were grown, Sylvia and Sam relocated to Orlando FL in 1981, where they owned and operated the Midas Muffler Shop on S. Orange Avenue. In addition to working in the office of their Midas Shop, Sylvia was a passionate volunteer at Hubbard House, a “home-away-from-home” for families of out-of-town patients of the Arnold Palmer Hospital. She was also an avid sketch artist and painter, an interest that she had shared with her son Marc. In 2005, Sylvia and Sam moved to Glenview, IL to be closer to their family. She continued her volunteer work at the North Shore Senior Center. Following Sam’s death, Sylvia (or Shayne as Sam loved to call her) relocated to the retirement community at Mather Place of Wilmette. Funeral Services will be Sunday 11 a.m. at the Hebrew Orthodox Cemetery chapel, corner of Jefferson and Logan, Mishawaka, IN. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Hubbard House, 29 W. Miller Street, Orlando FL 32806, 407-649-6886. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.McGannHay.com |
| Ramona Willis |
August 21, 1931 – April 17, 2013 SOUTH BEND -- Ramona Willis, 81, passed away April 17, 2013. Born August 21, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Clara (DeLorme) and Marquis C. Wainscott, Sr. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Annabell Hughes; and five brothers, Marquis Jr., George, Richard Wainscott Williams, Wayne and Lonnie Wainscott. On June 29, 1957, Ramona married Charles Harlen Willis. He survives. She is also survived by a daughter, Sharron (Larry) Gaskill of LaPorte, IN; sister, Betty Lou White of Middlebury; brother, Vern (Sonya) Wainscott, of Angola, IN; and two grandchildren, Lisa (Jay) Letterer and Larry Gaskill. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother, and will be greatly missed. Per her request, cremation will take place. Memorial services will be held at a later date. To send condolences, please visit www.McGannHay.com. |
| Dorothy Dubala Murphy, R.N. |
June 27, 1927 – April 15, 2013 SOUTH BEND -- Dorothy Dubala Murphy died Monday, April 15, 2013 at her home in South Bend after suffering a severe stroke. She was 85 years old. Dorothy was born in South Bend on June 27, 1927 to Joseph and Genevieve Dubala. She attended Saint Stanislaus grade school and graduated from South Bend Catholic High School in 1945. After graduation, she attended the Memorial Hospital School of Nursing and received her R.N. degree in 1948. She was married to William Host Murphy. She worked at Memorial Hospital of South Bend in surgery and obstetrics. Though she stopped working in order to raise her family, she remained involved in obstetrics by becoming a natural childbirth labor coach. She began the movement that ultimately resulted in fathers being present in the delivery room, and attended the first twenty local natural childbirths with fathers present. She founded the South Bend Chapter of the La Leche League, an organization that promoted breast feeding at a time when bottle feeding was the norm, and was a leader in that Chapter for seventeen years. She served on the board of the local American Cancer Society, and chaired the Professional Advisory Committee which promoted the new Reach to Recovery and Breast Self-Exam programs. She returned to nursing, first as an office nurse, and then as a staff nurse on a medical-surgical unit at Memorial Hospital. She was an active member of Little Flower Catholic Church, serving as a Eucharistic Minister, reader, and volunteer in the parish food pantry. She was a deeply spiritual woman and a dedicated mother. The is survived by her son, Thomas Murphy (Laura David) of Lyndhurst, Ohio; and daughters, Catlan Bell (Robert Bell) of Elkhart and Molly Kehr (Geoff Pangrac) of Tucson, Arizona; granddaughters, Erin Murphy of Centennial, Colorado and Megan Murphy of Arlington, Virginia; and one sister, Sr. M. Cyril, C.S.C. of Saint Mary’s Convent. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 17th at the McGann Hay, Forest G. Hay Chapel, 435 S. Ironwood Dr. from 5-8PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Little Flower Catholic Church in South Bend on Friday at 10:30AM. The family will greet friends from 9:30 to 10:30AM at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Food Pantry at Little Flower Parish. To send condolences, or for directions, please visit www.McGannHay.com
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| Michael Thomas Hughes |
May 12, 1963 – April 8, 2013
MISHAWAKA -- Michael T. Hughes, 49, passed away April 8, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born May 12, 1963, he was the son of Thomas Hughes and Wanda (Sheffer) Willis. They both survive. Also surviving are two children, David Michael and Jennifer Hughes, both of Mishawaka; two brothers, Brian (Lisa) Hughes of Cambridge City, IN, Patrick (Angela) Hughes of Richmond, IN; a sister, Karla (Bruce) Johnson of Richmond, IN; and several nieces and nephews. Michael was preceded in death by his former wife, and mother of his children, Raylena Smith. They always stayed friends. Michael was a loving father and a friend to many. His biggest joy was giving to others and making them smile. He was a selfless man. He will be greatly missed. Per his request, cremation has taken place. A benefit is being held to help cover expenses on Sunday, April 28th, starting at Noon, at the Center Street Pub. To send condolences, please visit www.McGannHay.com |
| Carrol Adeline (Dell) Van Story |
September 11, 1924 – April 10, 2013SOUTH BEND- Carrol A. Van Story, 88, passed away peacefully April 10, 2013. Born September 11, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Allison and Helen Melvina (Baker) Dell. She married David William Van Story, who preceded her in death in 2005. Survivors include a daughter, Vicki L. Dubuc of South Bend; two grandchildren, David R. (Carla) Dubuc of Broadway, NC and Andrea M. (Patrick) Monsour of Fayetteville, NC; and five great-grandchildren, Skylar, Cameron and Emma-Grace Dubuc of Broadway, NC and Christopher R. Dubuc and Gavin T. Monsour, both of Fayetteville, NC. Carrol was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, and friend to many. She was a member of Morris Park Country Club, the Beta Chi Sorority and Clay Church. Per her request, no services are being held. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Center for Hospice Care. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.McGannHay.com. |
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January 3, 1930 – March 26, 2013
South Bend, IN as a youth; attended the
Indiana University; married and raised her children; and completed
her education at the University of New Mexico in nursing. She was a
loving mother, wife, daughter, sister, grandma, and friend. Her love
and devotion to Jesus was inspiring to those who knew her. She was a
member of the Franciscans, and modeled that simple life. She was also
willing to use her pen and her vote for causes which were dear to her,
like defending those who were defenseless. She had a wonderful sense of
humor and loved a good joke. She will be dearly missed by all who knew
her and how special she was. Committal Services will be held at 1pm
on Thursday March 28th in the Chapel at St. Joseph Valley Memorial Park,
Granger, IN. 
MISHAWAKA -- Donald Vernon Karnes, 91, passed away in his residence on
#360. He worked as a Machinist at Wheelbrator’s. He married Adalyne Johnson 
March 3, 1924 -- March 2, 2013
ased.
February 4, 1939 – March 1, 2013
She married Henon
Urband and he passed away on July 16, 2004. She was a cashier in the
retail clothing industry for forty years, part of that time working at
the former Milady Shop. She was an avid Notre Dame Football fan, she
liked to listen to music and loved to read. Rose was a former member of
former Williams Street Shoal and Sinai Synagogue.
| Thomas T. Tonge |
April 11, 1937 – January 28, 2013 VANDALIA-Thomas T. Tonge, 75, passed away January 28, 2013, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born April 11, 1937, he was the son of the late Robert and Adelaide (Heald) Tonge. Left to cherish Tom’s memory are his significant other of 12 years, Sheri Hickman; three children, Lynda (Donald) Pedersen of Pocono Pines, PA, Kim Al-Robaee of Granger and Thomas (Rebecca) Tonge of Atlanta, GA; brother, Robert (Chrissy) Tonge of Durango, CO, and two other brothers; a cousin, Judy (Rudy) Shunta of Muskegon, MI; and 8 grandchildren. Tom loved his family more than anything. He would do anything he could to bring a smile to their faces. He and Sheri enjoyed going to Broadway shows and traveling to new places. Tom loved the outdoors, especially boating and skiing, which he was exceptional at. He also very much enjoyed genealogy. He had thick books collected from many years of searching. He was a wonderful man, loved by all and will be greatly missed by many. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 1st at 1:00PM at the McGann Hay, University Chapel, 2313 E. Edison Rd, South Bend. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. To send condolences, please visit www.McGannHay.com |
Marjorie Ellen Milliken
January 21, 1934 – January 27, 2013 NILES, MI -- Marjorie Ellen Milliken, born January 21, 1934, moved to her forever heavenly home on Sunday, January 27, 2013 after a prolonged battle with Alzheimer’s.
She left behind her faithful, loving husband of almost 59 years, Wayne Milliken. She and Wayne were farmers in Bremen, IN and then moved to Niles, MI in 1961. After retirement, they were able to spend winters in Naples, FL and summers in Niles, MI. They were also able to travel to many places around the world including Brazil, South America, where they arrived via a river plane to visit a mission hospital they had helped to fund. Marjorie loved to crochet, sew, garden, teach Sunday school, and hold her grandbabies. She is survived by her husband, Wayne; children, Janet (Ken) Baker, James (Lorenna) Milliken and Jill (Edward) Medren; siblings, Theodore Haas, Fred Haas, Dorothy Cline, Ralph Haas, Evelyn Leiter, Kay Russell, Arthur Haas, and Nancy Lambert; 11 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Calling hours are Friday from 4-8 PM at McGann Hay Granger Chapel, 13260 S.R. 23, Granger, IN, enter off Cherry Rd. The funeral service is at 11 AM Saturday at the funeral home. Services are to be conducted by Pastor Ken Baker, son-in-law, and Dr. Dan Gelatt. Burial will follow in Bremen, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to Amazon Baptist Hospital in Santo Antonio do Ica, Brazil. Send to ABWE, P.O. Box 8585, Harrisburg, PA 17105-8585. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.McGannHay.com |
| Morris J. Katz |
March 3, 1926 – January 22, 2013 SOUTH BEND-Morris J. Katz, a resident of South Bend, IN and Delray Beach, FL, born March 3, 1926 in Mishawaka IN, died Jan. 22, 2013 in Delray Beach, FL of natural causes. His family was by his side. Morris was a loving husband of Muriel “Cookie” Katz and the late Betty Ein Katz. He was also a loving father of Howard (Dan Powell), Stuart (Keith Erickson) and Ken (Sahara); loving stepfather of Lisa (Dave Harding) and Gary Page; and loving grandfather of Brittany, Landon, Brian, Barbara, Nathaniel and Adam. He was a past president of Sinai Synagogue; and a member of B'nai B’rith and the Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley. Funeral services will be at Sinai Synagogue, 1102 E. LaSalle, South Bend, IN Sunday, Jan. 27th, 11:30 AM. Burial will follow at the Hebrew Orthodox Cemetery. Donations can be made to Sinai Synagogue or the Jewish Federation. To send condolences, please visit www.McGannHay.com |
| Ernest E. "Gene" Engle |
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GRANGER -- Ernest E.
“Gene” Engle, 88, formerly of Munster, IN, passed away after a brief illness.
He was born in 1924 to
the late Herman and Rhea (Eason) Engle.
Gene is survived by his
wife, Mary G. Engle; five children, E. Eason (Nancy) Engle of Crown Point, IN,
B. Lynne Parlor of Merrillville, IN, Dr. William (Katrina) Engle of Clermont,
IN, Tim (Alyson) Engle of Cumming, GA, and Jennifer (Matthew) Ellen Garrett of
Monona, WI; sister, Marilyn Crooke of Springfield, MO; sister-in-law Geraldine
Chamberlin of South Bend, IN; 12 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers,
please send memorial donations to the American Cancer Society, your local
public library, or your charity of choice.
To send condolences to
the family, please visit www.McGannHay.com
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| Kenneth R. Harkins, Sr. |
May 28, 1937 – January 19, 2013 SOUTH BEND- Kenneth R. Harkins, Sr., 75, passed away at 10:00AM Saturday, January 19, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. Born May 28, 1937, he was the only son of the late Marvin and Gladys (Callentine) Harkins. On December 15, 1956, Kenneth married Rita Harkins for the first time. Kenneth was a wonderful husband, father and PaPa. Ken loved to garden and sit outside in his gazebo, go on gambling trips to Vegas and Junica, MS, football, playing the lottery, and his beloved Cubbies and Bears. But most of all, he loved spending time with his family. Ken retired in 1999 from A.M. General. Ken was preceded in death by sisters, Mary Louise Nicks, Dorcus Peavey, Patricia Rosander, Donna Tierny; and two granddaughters, Danielle Harkins and Lauren Darnell. Visitation will be held Thursday from 3-7PM at the McGann Hay, University Chapel, 2313 E. Edison Rd. South Bend. The funeral will be held on Friday at 3PM at the funeral home with visitation one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the funeral home to help cover expenses. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.McGannHay.com
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| Beverly J. Rubin |
June 18, 1926 – January 20, 2013SOUTH BEND -- Beverly Jeanne (Baim) Rubin, beloved mother, grammy and great-grammy passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side at the age of 86 on January 20, 2013. She is preceded in death by her husband Jack, her parents Irving and Genevieve Baim, her sister, Virginia Lyon, and her bother Ronald Baim.  She is Survived by four children: Mark (Cheri) Rubin of Farmerville, TX;
Rochelle (Terry Rohrer) Orr of Litchfield Park, AZ, Debra (Danny)
Isaacs of Avondale, AZ and Cary (Debbie) Rubin of Phoenix, AZ. She has
16 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and one on the way. She is
also survived by her bother David E. (Betty) Baim of Muncie, IN.She was born June 18, 1926 in Mishawaka, IN. She previously resided in Femdale, MI, Salt Lake City, UT and Dayton, OH before settling in Arizona in 1999. She and her husband were active in the Jewish community. She was a great lover of elephants, jewelry, rings and traveling to Hawaii. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 24, 2013 at 2pm at the chapel at the Hebrew Orthodox Cemetery, Mishawaka. To send condolences to the family log on to: www.McGannHay.com |
| Arthur Schulman |
October 9, 1912 – January 21, 2013
SOUTH BEND -- Arthur Schulman, 100, was a lifelong resident of South Bend but died in New York where he had been with his daughter, Judith Schnall, on January 21, 2013. He was born in South Bend, IN on October 9, 1912 to the late Ralph Jacob and Tela Schulman. Married Mary Lee Dubin on April, 1948 in Gary, IN. Mary passed away on May 1, 2004. Survivors include two daughters: Judith (Rabbi Allen) Schnall of Monsey, NY and Tela (Dan) Schulman-Hektor of Lakeville, IN; ten grandchildren: Joshua Saffren, Zahava Rosenfeld, Avigdor Chaim Schnall, Raphael Yaakov Schnall, Chana Zidell, Mordechai Schnall, Aliza Schnall, Yochanan Schnall, Chaya Itta Abramsky, and Gitty Klagsbrun and many, many wonderful great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by threee brothers: Louis Schulman, Samuel Schulman, Albert Schulman and two sisters Edith Schulman and Jennie Cohen. He owned South Bend Freight Line, Inc. with his brothers and sisters from which he retired in 1995. He was a member of Jewish War Veterans and Hebrew Orthodox Synagogue. Funeral at Hebrew Orthodox Congregation synagogue Tuesday, January 22 at 10am. Burial next to Mary Lee in the Hebrew Orthodox Cemetery, Mishawaka, IN. To send condolences to the family log on to: www.McGannHay.com. Contributions in his memory may be made to: The Hebrew Orthodox Congregation, 3207 S. High Street, South Bend, IN 46614. |
| Harold Anthony Berger |
August 20, 1920 – January 19, 2013 Notre Dame -- Harold Anthony Berger, 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 19, 2013, at Dujarie House of Holy Cross Village, Notre Dame, IN. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.McGannHay.com
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| Essi Adelberg Katz |
February 29, 1916 – January 19, 2013
MISHAWAKA -- Essi Adelberg Katz, 96, of Mishawaka was born in Chicago, IL and moved to Benton Harbor, MI as a young child. She grew up to be known as quite a beauty and took great care with her appearance for her entire life. In 1938, she moved to Mishawaka, IN as the bride of Lewis Katz. Together they raised three children: Harlan (Paulette) Katz of Granger, Michael (the late Kathryn and Barbara) Katz of Willmette, IL and Michelle married to the late Mark Modesitt and now to Chuck Arnett of Pleasanton, CA; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Essi enjoyed life as a wife, a mother, a daughter, a volunteer, a business woman, a reporter and a bridge player. Lewis and Essi shared 60 years together before he preceded her in death in 1998; and together they carefully and respectfully tended to the needs of their own parents, the late Bertha and Hyman Adelberg and Martha and Charles Katz.......a lesson learned well by their own devoted children. Essi served several tenures as President of the Local Chapter of Pioneer Women; she frequently reported on area news for the Indiana Jewish Chronicle; and she earned enough points at bridge to qualify as a Master. In the 1940s, she was the owner and proprietor of Essi's Cotton Shop in downtown Mishawaka. If one pictures Essi Katz, it is never without those large hoop earrings that she made her signature and likely wearing teal blue. She wore shades of teal blue so often that the family was convinced that it was actually the Katz Color. And if one met her in later years, it would not be without a book in hand. Thinking about Essi, one friend remarked that "Essi's mind was so up to date. She talked easily with those old and those young." Of course, some of the young here will remember that there was one word that she deemed unacceptable for use. But that is a family secret and will not be revealed here. Essi treasured moments with her family. Time spent with her late brothers Hal, Bill and Myron gave her great pleasure. She was delighted with visits from, reminiscing with and seeing pictures of her grandchildren: Marc (Margie) Katz, Marcia Swarens, Carrie (James) Katz-Knutson, Craig (Pam) Katz, Brent Modesitt and Lisha (Ken) Erez and their children: Henry, Oliver, Parker, Lillian, Brie, Caleb and Samantha, Malana and Katiya. The funeral service will be at 12:30pm, Monday January 21, 2013 at the Hebrew Orthodox Cemetery Chapel, Mishawaka, Rabbi Shoshanna Feferman, officiating. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: The Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley, 202 Shalom Way, South Bend, IN 46617. To send condolences to the family log on to: www.McGannHay.com. |
| Virginia C. Nicksin |
January 15, 1922 – January 19, 2013
SOUTH BEND -- Virginia C. Nicksin, 91, of South Bend, was born on January 15, 1922 in East Chicago, IN. She was a graduate of the former East Chicago Washington High School and of the Chicago College of Commerce, and attended both Purdue and Indiana Universities. On September 11, 1946 she was married to Rudolph W. Nicksin, who preceded her in death on April 22, 1972. Dr. Nicksin practiced optometry in this area for many years. She was proud of her family, consisting of William R. Nicksin (Lucy) of Indianapolis, IN, Robert S. Nicksin (Cathy) of Glendale, CA, and Carole R. Nicksin of New York City, as well as granddaughters Erica Nicksin of New York City and Rachel Nicksin of Bloomington, Indiana. One brother, Edward Styles of Wilson, NC, survives, while another brother, Robert Styles, formerly of Hilton Head, SC, preceded her in death. Not to be forgotten are several nieces and nephews. She enjoyed traveling and visited Europe on four occasions. She also toured Asia as well as our Southern neighbors: Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Costa Rica. In years past, she was a member of the University Club at Notre Dame, Morris Park Country Club, Sacred Heart Parish, the Indiana Ladies Bridge Group and other organizations. In accordance with her wishes, there will be no visitation. A private service is to be held at a later date. To send condolences to the family log on to: www.McGannHay.com. |
| Josephine Loretta Dregits |
July 13, 1931 – January 12, 2013 NILES-Josephine L. Dregits, 81, passed away January 12, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer. She fought for over 16 years. Born July 13, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Herman Harn and Catherine (Yurchik) Soper. On November 1, 1980, Josephine married Louis “Louie” T. Dregits in the Notre Dame Log Chapel. He preceded her in death in 2003. Both Josephine and Louie retired from the University of Notre Dame. Josephine is survived by two children, Carol (Ron) Krassow-Wilson of Kalamazoo, MI, and Ed (Gloria) McFadden, Jr. of South Bend, IN; their father, Edmund McFadden, Sr. of Niles, MI; six step-children, Maryann (Joseph) Huber of Littleton, CO, Judy (Tom) Wells of WA, Joseph (Karen) Dregits of Osceola, IN, John (Jayne) Dregits of Mishawaka, IN, Michael (Mary Jo) Dregits of Granger, IN, and Theresa Hall of South Bend, IN; and a brother, Robert (Linda) Soper of Niles, MI. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren, who she absolutely adored. Josephine was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved her family dearly and worked very hard to give them the best life she could. She was a very determined woman and gave everything her all. She even fought her cancer with much diligence, hoping to make it to the age of 91. She and Louie loved to travel and had many great years together. She will be greatly missed, but now she is in Heaven walking the streets of Gold. A special thanks to all of her physicians and nurses, who helped her through this difficult time. Per her request, no services are being held. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.McGannHay.com
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| John Francis McTaggart |
May 14, 1937 - January 11, 2013 John F. McTaggart, 75, of Skippack, PA, formerly from Norwich, England, passed away unexpectedly January 11, 2013 in Mishawaka, IN, while visiting family. Born in Stockport, England, on May 14, 1937, he was one of six children to the late John and Rose (Judge) McTaggert. His five siblings, Joseph, Bernadette, Rose, Michael and Veronica, preceded him in death. John is survived by his wife, Karen Daddona McTaggart, and five children, Deborah Jane (Nigel) Seddon of Blackpool, England, Damian McTaggart of Chester, England, Steven (Kathy) Daddona of Robesonia, PA, Susan (Mik) Aoki of Granger, IN, and David (Jennifer) Daddona of East Coventry, PA, and 11 grandchildren: Christopher and Nicholas Seddon, Katie, AJ and Trevor Kelley, Kai, Bryn and Reese Aoki, Aubree, Delaney and Declan Daddona. John was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor and love for his family. He worked as an aircraft engineer for Air UK/KLM Engineering in Norwich, England for 28 years, before retiring and moving to America in 1999. Memorial services will be held at The Loft at Limerick Golf Club, 765 North Lewis Road, Limerick, PA, on January 27, 2013 at 2:30pm. At a date to be determined an additional memorial service will be held in Norwich, England. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinsons Research at www.michaeljfox.org To send condolences to the family please visit www.McGannHay.com |
| Jesse Tyler Brunton |
August 29, 1985 -- January 11, 2013
MISHAWAKA -- Jesse Tyler Brunton, 27, passed away Friday Jan. 11. He was born in South Bend, IN, on Aug. 29, 1985. Cherishing the memory of his vibrant life are his mother Kim (Greg) Mock and father Kevin (Kathe) Brunton, brothers Isaac Brunton, Cameron Mock, Brandon Mock and Trace Brunton, children Emily Brunton, Jack Brunton, Jordan Brunton and Cameron Brunton, and their mother Lauren Brunton, and fiancé Jordan Duley. Jesse was the store manager for American Freight Furniture in Mishawaka. He worked for several years for Menards at locations in South Bend, Mishawaka, Warsaw and Ionia, MI. He was a 2004 graduate of Penn High School and an exceptional soccer player in competitive leagues including the Edwardsburg Echo. Jesse had a technicolor personality. He lived life to the fullest and the prisms that reflected through his many facets were full of verve and vitality. Fiercely loyal to those he loved, people always knew when Jesse was in the room. He always had a huge, goofy grin on his face that complemented his quirky sense of humor. He wasn’t a glass half empty or glass half full type of guy. Rather, Jesse just shattered the glass. He was big and loud and strong and generous, but fainted at the sight of blood. Ridiculously sentimental, he cherished a cookbook of his mom’s that dated from before her marriage to his dad. He loved to cook and most recently delighted in using his smoker to create fantastic meat dishes for friends and family. In his youth, his older brother Isaac claims Jesse was the instigator of all things that got them in trouble. An incident with a hockey stick was always a favorite tale to tell. Following high school, Jesse found himself in the world of retail and soon realized he could sell sand to a camel dealer. A few minutes talking with him and you wanted to buy whatever he was selling. Very few people could forget him after meeting him. And now, with his passing, many, many people will long remember him. A Celebration of Jesse’s Life will be held Saturday, Jan. 19, at 1:00pm, at McGann Hay Funerals | Cremations | Gatherings, Granger Chapel, 13260 SR 23, enter off Cherry Rd. Friends may call from Noon until 1pm prior to the service. For directions or to send condolences to the family log on to: www.McGannHay.com. To honor Jesse’s memory, flowers are acceptable but please consider a donation to a fund that has been established at 1st Source Bank for Jesse's children at: 1st Source Bank, Attn: Trust Department, PO Box 1602, South Bend, IN 46634. |
| Lillian S. Robbins |
January 19, 1933 – January 9, 2013 SOUTH BEND -- Lillian S. Robbins, 79, passed away peacefully January 9, 2013. Born January 19, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Agota (Lochmandy) Szabados. Her brother, Eugene Sabados, also preceded her in death. On April 21, 1967, Lillian married Ralph G. Robbins. He preceded her in death in 2001. Survivors include a son, Glenn E. (Jacqueline) Robbins of South Bend; granddaughter, Brooklyn; and many loving nieces and nephews. Lillian was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She had worked as an operator at Indiana Bell for many years and later as a tutor for the South Bend Community School Corporation, which she really enjoyed. She will be dearly missed. Friends may call from 11AM to Noon on Monday at the McGann Hay, Forest G. Hay Chapel, 435 S. Ironwood Dr. South Bend. Graveside services will follow at Southlawn Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Center for Hospice Care, 111 Sunnybrook Ct. South Bend, IN 46637. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.McGannHay |
| Mirko V. Jurkovic |
May 19, 1970 – January 9, 2013
Mirko V. Jurkovic, 42, of Granger, IN a consensus all-American for the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame and a 4-time letter winner and member of the 1988 National Championship team, died Wednesday January 9, 2013 at the St. Joseph Medical Center (Mishawaka IN) from complications due to colon cancer. Jurkovic played Defensive Tackle for the team that won the 1988 Fiesta Bowl. He played Offensive Guard for teams that won Orange Bowl in 89' and Sugar Bowl in 91'. He was named Notre Dame lineman of the year by the Moose Krause chapter of the National Football Foundation in 1991. He was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the 9th round of his 1992 NFL Draft. Originally from Calumet City, IL, he attended Thornton Fractional North High School. Jurkovic graduated with a degree in Marketing from the College of Business Administration at Notre Dame. He is survived by his loving wife of nineteen years Angi (Didelot) and their three children: Mirko, 15, Claire, 14, Samantha, 10; Parents: Vidak and Zlata Jurkovic of St. John, IN; a brother John (Brandy) Jurkovic and a sister Iva Zakman; nephews and nieces Nikola, Jacob, and Grace Jurkovic, Savanna, Max, and Luka Zakman; Father & Mother-in-law Dick and Mary Didelot of Edwardsburg, MI and a Brother-in-law, Steve Didelot of Edwardsburg. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St Pius X Catholic Church, 52553 Fir Rd. at SR23, Granger, on Saturday Jan. 12, 2013 at 11am EST. Presided over by Monsignor William Schooler, Pastor. Entombment will follow at Cedar Grove Cemetery, on the campus of the University of Notre Dame. Visitation will be Friday, Jan. 11, from 3-8pm EST at McGann Hay Funerals | Cremations | Gatherings, Granger Chapel, 13260 SR 23, enter off Cherry Rd. To send condolences to the family or for directions log on to: www. McGannHay.com. At the request of the family rather than sending flowers, please consider making a donation in Mirko’s memory to: The Mirko Jurkovic Memorial Fund at any Wells Fargo Branch. |
| Betty Schpok |
August 24, 1923 – January 9, 2013 Dallas, TX -- Betty Segel Schpok, 89, of Dallas, TX, formerly of South Bend, passed away peacefully January 9, 2013. Born August 24, 1923, in Akron, Ohio, she was the only daughter of Anna and Max Segel. She had one brother, Morris, of Albuquerque, New Mexico who died in 2003. After graduating from West High School in Akron, Ohio in 1941, she became an executive secretary for the next 10 years. She was married to Sam Schpok of Dowagiac, Michigan from February 1952 until his death in 2004 and resided in Dowagiac from 1954 until 1987 when she moved to South Bend, Indiana. In 2009, she moved to Dallas, Texas where two of her sons reside. She was a member of Temple Beth-El and Temple Sisterhood and served on the Sisterhood board as financial secretary for 4 years. In 1996, she was voted Woman of the Year by Temple Sisterhood. She was a life member of Hadassah and life member of Jewish Women International. She was a loving wife and mother, a blessed grandmother, great-grandmother and a faithful friend. She is survived by her three sons, Terry (Peggy) of Dallas, Texas, Ricky (Sandy) of South Bend, Indiana, and Rodney of Dallas, Texas; four grandchildren, Joshua, Jacob, Hilary and Andrea; and two great-grandchildren, Ira and Ada. Services will be held at Temple Beth-El, South Bend, Indiana on January 15 at 1:30 p.m. and burial will be at the Hebrew Orthodox Cemetery in Mishawaka. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Temple Beth-El Sisterhood or to the Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.McGannHay.com
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| Kurt Simon |
September 22, 1913 – January 8, 2013 SOUTH BEND -- Kurt Simon, 99, passed away peacefully in his home January 8, 2013.  Kurt was born September 22, 1913 in Enkirch, Germany to the late
Gottfried and Johanna (Herrmann) Simon. In 1930, at the age of 16, he
made the difficult decision to leave a near war struck Germany to start a
future in the United States. He arrived in South Bend on a Friday
afternoon, registered for classes at Central High School on Saturday and
started school Monday morning. He graduated from Central in 1931 and
then became the first Jewish student to enroll at the University of
Notre Dame, where he graduated in 1935 with a Bachelor’s of Science in
Commerce. He was the director of sales at Simon Brothers, and then
became president and chairman of the board. Under his leadership, Simon
Brothers became one of the largest wholesale foods and industrial
supplies distributors in the area.During WWII Kurt worked at the Bendix Corporation in the packing and shipping department, helping the war effort. Kurt kept an eye on his family overseas, and as conditions became worse for German Jews, Kurt urged his parents to leave Germany. It took him nearly two years to convince them to come to America. On July 4, 1937 his parents, his sister and a blind uncle arrived in South Bend, Indiana. Kurt provided a home for them all. On March 12, 1942, Kurt married Tessye Dounn. They were married for 59 years before her passing in 2001. They had one son, Robert, who passed away in 1990. Kurt is survived by his companion, Mary Lou Gordon. She was his loyal partner and caregiver for over 10 years. Together they enjoyed family, the community, faith and traveled to the home of Kurt’s birth in Enkirch, Germany, where they visited Kurt’s family home. Also surviving are nieces, Carol (David) Cohen, Marge (Harold) Steinberg, Gertrude "Shish" Rubin and grandnieces and grandnephews Jeffery (Aime) Cohen, Michael (Leah) Cohen, Eric Steinberg, Jennifer (Grant) Conroy, Terry Rubin, Wendy (Rob) Johnson, Laurie Rubin (Nick Carlos), David (Carol) Rubin. Surviving cousins include Charles "Chuck" (Linda) Simon, Lucy Simon Rakov, and second cousins Susan (Vince) Semosen, Victoria "Vicky" (Kathy Sennell) Rakov, Simon (Suzanne) Rakov, Ellyn Ray (Mark) McCaffry, Karyn Jaye (Shane) Galloway. He is also mourned by many loving members of the Gordon family and the entire Jewish community. As a tireless community leader, humanitarian and philanthropist, Kurt leaves a legacy with his gifts, stories, humor and his great desire to help as many people as he could – often identifying the need on his own; not needing to be asked. He and Tessye’s personal commitment and philanthropic contributions have been a beacon of light in the Jewish Community, as well as South Bend, as a whole. During his lifetime, Kurt and Tessye established numerous initiatives in the community, including: In 1998, Kurt and Tessye’s leadership and vision inspired them to make the long-held dream of the entire Jewish community a reality by enabling the Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley to begin construction of the Kurt and Tessye Simon Community Building on the Jewish Federation campus. This center for the Jewish community remained a source of pride and inspiration for Kurt during the last decade of his life as it has flourished into a place where Jews and non-Jews come together to learn, celebrate, and grow. The Kurt and Tessye Simon Education Center, Temple Beth-El, built in 1993, provided a large and modern classroom space for Temple’s educational programs. This gift provides a warm and nurturing environment for everyone who walks through Temple’s doors and is a part of providing Temple’s children a place to develop a love and enthusiasm for Judaism. The Kurt and Tessye Simon Fund for Holocaust Remembrance at Temple Beth-El in the hope that people can learn to protect one another from prejudice, hate and violence. The Kurt and Tessye Simon Foundation was established in 1975 to strengthen the ties between the Jewish population and the greater Michiana Community, by sponsoring an Annual Institute on Judaism for area clergy and educators at Temple Beth-El. In addition, the Foundation underwrites all Adult education programs at the Temple and often provides grants for educational programs broadcast on public radio and television. The Robert Simon Leadership Development Award was established at the Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley in 1990, in memory of Kurt and Tessye’s beloved son Robert, and a similar fund at Temple Beth-El was designed to develop future leaders in the Temple community. Well known for their strong interest in Jewish Studies, particularly studies that relate to the Holocaust, Kurt and Tessye created the Kurt and Tessye Simon Endowment for Excellence in Jewish Studies at Notre Dame University which has supported a number of Jewish Studies initiatives for the Notre Dame community including Holocaust related projects on campus. In the South Bend community, Kurt served on numerous boards, including at the age of 95, serving on the Foundation Board Memorial Hospital. Kurt was one of the original visionaries, champions, and first contributors for the new home for the Memorial Children’s Hospital. Both he and Mary Lou were loyal supporters of the local Ronald McDonald Family Room. Kurt was a long-time, generous supporter of WNIT, his contributions made many programs available to the Michiana community. WNIT produced a documentary on his life this past fall, 2012 and it will be aired again this weekend in his memory. His other passions and contributions to the community include the Indiana University Foundation, the Scholarship Foundation of Saint Joseph County, the Boys and Girls Club of Saint Joseph County and Hospice of Saint Joseph County. Kurt supported many international initiatives, including B’nai B’rith International. One of his passions close to his heart was the Kurt and Tessye Simon Fund for Temple Beth-El Seniors to live with dignity. Kurt also was a strong supporter of the arts, symphony, and healthcare throughout the community. He lived by the motto, “Do your giving while you’re living”. May his memory be a blessing and his actions an example to us all. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 11 at 11:00 AM at Temple Beth-El, 305 West Madison Street, South Bend, IN 46601. Burial will be at Hebrew Orthodox Cemetery, Mishawaka, IN. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Temple Beth-El, The Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley, or Memorial Health Foundation. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.McGannHay.com |
| Harvey Aubrey Feiwell |
Harvey Aubrey Feiwell, age 85, of Bloomington, Indiana died Friday
evening at his residence. He was born in South Bend, Indiana on November
18, 1927 to Rose (Cohen) Feiwell and Joseph Feiwell. He graduated
from Central High School and Indiana University and was well known for
his cheerleading skills at both schools. He took additional training at
Purdue University and the University of Denver. Mr. Feiwell holds
Bachelor and Masters degrees along with further extensive training in
Speech Therapy and Audiology (with a minor in Psychology).
While he began his career as a member of a local school system in California, he spent approximately 50 years in Detroit, Michigan and the surrounding suburbs as a speech and hearing pathologist. He was one of the first to establish and maintain a thriving private practice while also serving on the staff and as a consultant to Detroit area hospitals. He was active for many years in the American Speech and Hearing Association and a past president of the American Academy of Private Practice in Speech Pathology and Audiology. He retired to Bloomington approximately 7 Mr. Feiwell’s interests included world travel, especially the world cruises he took. He was also an active supporter of Indiana University’s basketball and football programs. In addition, he supported the Indiana University International program responsible for sending American students abroad to study. He is survived by his sister, Anita Feiwell Boorda, of South Bend, Indiana; his niece, Patricia Boorda Rice and her husband, Alan, of Maryland; his grand-nephew, Jeffery Rice, of Germantown, Maryland; his first cousin and his wife, Sheldon and Erma Cohen and his family, of Memphis, Tennessee andfirst cousins (once removed), Max Cohen and his family, Elizabeth Cohen and her family, Barry Cohen and his family and Brett Cohen and his family. Mr. Feiwell was preceded in death by his parents, maternal grandparents, Anna and Phillip Cohen, paternal grandparents, Sophia and Moses Feiwell and one nephew, Gary Michael Boorda. Services will be held in the chapel at Hebrew Orthrodox Cemetery in Mishawaka, IN on Tuesday at 12 Noon with Rabbi Barry Cohen officiating. McGann Hay, Forest G. Hay Chapel in South Bend is entrusted with the arrangements. To send condolences to the family log on to: www.McGannHay.com |
| William J. Shellen |
February 8, 1923 – January 2, 2013 South Bend -- William J. Shellen, 89, passed away peacefully January 2, 2013. Born February 8, 1923, he was the son of the late John and Apalonia (Nejman) Skarupinski. He was also preceded in death by four brothers, Walt, Louie, Roman and Ollie; and one sister, Eleanor Underly. William married Sylvia Konstanty who preceded him in death in October of 1984. They had two children, Mark (Ann) Shellen of South Bend and Debbie Gibbs of Louisiana. In 2002, Bill married Connie Wolcott. She survives. Also surviving are grandchildren, CJ and Erika Shellen and Josh Gibbs; a step-daughter, Brandy (Charles) Moyer of Elkhart; and their two children, Destiny and Madison Moyer. William proudly served our country in the Armed Forces during WWII and was stationed for a period of time in France. He initially worked at Studebaker and retired from Bendix in 1985 as a Telecontrol Operator. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. Dad's passion was watching CJ and Erika play sports from grade school through high school - he never missed a game. He would spend numerous amounts of time replaying every play in his mind and then would discuss with anyone that wanted to listen on how great they were. He loved to dance with anybody that would take his hand, especially when he was listening to the best band from the West Side of South Bend - Melody Masters/Flipside. He was an avid great bowler and took pride in his immaculate yard on Mayfair Place. In his early years he served as an usher at Notre Dame Stadium and his love for the Irish never diminished. He cheered on every play. We only wish he could have been here with us to cheer for ND's Championship Game - 2013. We will always love you dad and will cherish our memories with you forever. The family is honoring William's request to keep this a private family matter. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.McGannHay.com
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July 20, 1935 -- January 1, 2013
MISHAWAKA
– Louis George Mickels, 77, passed away early New Years Day at
Tanglewood Trace with loving family by his side. A Mishawaka native son
he was born there on July 20, 1935 to the late John Mickels, Sr. and
Elizabeth (Kahlil) Mickels. Lou graduated from Mishawaka High School in
1953 and later was involved in helping to plan many of his high school
class reunions. He served honorably in the US Army in the late 1950s.
He was an avid golfer and a member of St. Monica’s Catholic Church and
BPO of Elks Lodge #235. He is survived by three children, six
grandchildren and a brother they are: a son Joseph Jude (Beth) Mickels
of Granger and their daughter Madison; a daughter Melinda M. (Robbie)
Evans of Granger and their four children: Emily, twins Daniel &
Michael and Molly; a son Craig (Adrienne) Mickels of Raleigh, NC and
their son Conley and a brother Andrew (Jeanne) Mickels of South Bend.
Along with his parents, Lou was predeceased by four brothers: Richard
(Doris) Mickles of South Bend, John (Carolyn) Mickels of Mishawaka,
James Mickels and Jerry (Sharon Henderson) Mickels of South Bend.
Friends may call on Sunday from 2-7pm at McGann Hay Funerals |
Cremations | Gatherings, Granger Chapel, 13260 SR 23, enter off Cherry
Rd. where there will be a parish Wake Service at 4:00pm. A mass of
Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday Jan. 7th at 11am at St.
Monica Catholic Church with Msgr. Bruce Piechocki, Pastor, officiating.
Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Memorial donations may be
made to: The National Kidney Foundation of Indiana
911 E 86th St., Ste. 100 Indianapolis, IN
46240-1848
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| Bradley L. Dunivant |
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SOUTH BEND -- Bradley Leroy Dunivant passed away at 12PM Tuesday, in his home, from congestive heart failure. He was 59. Bradley was born in South Bend, IN on April 2, 1953, to the late Roland and Gloria (Kaser) Dunivant. Bradley is survived by his sister, Pamela (Joe) Burkus; nephews, John (Nancy) Kinner and Dean (Jennifer) Burkus; a niece, Erin (Scott) Wise; and an aunt, Mary (Jay) Corley. His family wants to thank Hospice for the wonderful care they gave him, so that he was able to die at home with this beloved Cat. There will be no services, per his request. Condolences may be sent to family at www.McGannHay.com |
April 2, 1953 – January 1, 2013| Mary Ellen Gilligan |
May 17, 1925 – January 1, 2013
SOUTH BEND -- Mary Ellen Gilligan, 87, of South Bend passed away at the Sanctuary at Holy Cross at 6:00pm on New Years Day. Mary Ellen was born on May 17, 1925 in Manitowoc, WI to the late Arthur J. Zingsheim, Sr. and Ellen Ann (Rice) Zingsheim. She graduated from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI. On October 14, 1950 in Manitowoc she married Leo Francis Gilligan who passed away on June 20, 1996. They came to South Bend in 1968 from LaPorte, IN where she had been a Past- President of Junior League and a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church where she was a Past-President of the Rosary Society. Here in South Bend, she was a member of the former University Club, Sacred Heart Parish, Notre Dame and Ladies of the Knights of Columbus #4421. Mary Ellen is survived by three daughters: Ann (Bruno F.) Pinelli of South Bend, Mary Beth (Thomas) Patton of Walkerton, Amy (Charles) Lovely of Elkhart a son John M. Gilligan of South Bend and seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Friends may call at McGann Hay Funerals | Cremations | Gatherings, University Chapel, 2313 E. Edison Rd., at Ironwood from noon to 2pm Friday with entombment following at St. Joseph Valley Memorial Park in Granger. Prior to the visitation a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated on Friday at 9:30am at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart on the University of Notre Dame campus, Rev. Thomas Jones, Pastor, officiating. To send condolences to the family or for directions log on to: www.McGannHay.com. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Mary Ellen’s memory to: Alzheimer’s Association or Camp Millhouse. |
| Joan (Schleiger) Johnson |
July 31, 1921 – January 1, 2013 SOUTH BEND -- Joan (Schleiger) Johnson, 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior January 1, 2013. Born July 31, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Louis F. and Vivian E. (French) Schleiger. A brother, Frederick Schleiger, also preceded her in death. On May 30, 1942, Joan married Lester R. Johnson. He preceded her in death in 1985. Survivors include two children, Greg (Louann) Johnson of Granger; Rebecca (Peter) Siciliano of Darien, CT; one sister, Joyce Kruyer of San Antonio, TX; two sister-in-laws, Virginia Kimball of Dale City, VA, and Anne Schleiger of Mishawaka IN; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Also surviving are life long friends the Coe, Fred Gall, and Shafer families. Joan was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She cared very much for her family and always wanted to know what her children and grandchildren were doing. She was a member of the Connecticut Daughters of the War of 1812, and the DAR. She was also head of recruiting volunteers of the Women’s Auxiliary Corp, during World War II. Private services will be held by the family. Memorial donations may be made to the Center for Hospice Care or to the donor’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.McGannHay.com. |
| Beverly Blossom Zeitler |
June 11, 1930 – December 30, 2012
ELKHART -- Beverly B. Zeitler, of Elkhart, IN, left us on December 30, 2012, surrounded by loving family. She is survived by her husband, Philip S. Zeitler, MD., Elkhart, IN, and four daughters, Madelyn Zeitler-Elia (Robert), of Toronto, CA, Manette Zeitler (Dick Rogers), Bristol, Marjorie Zeitler (Michael Tibbs), Granger, and Melanie Zeitler, Denver, CO., She is also survived by her granddaughters, Livya, Eleana and Calla and step-grandchildren, Katie , Andrew, Chelsie, Winter, Ross, Bill and Barbara Ann . She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Michele Zeitler (Dr. Ben Plotkin) in November of 2010. A native of Brooklyn, NY, Bev earned her nursing degree from Brooklyn Jewish Hospital, where she also served as an Emergency Room Nurse. Later, while serving at Jewish Hospital in New York City, she met and eventually married, Philip. She and Philip traversed the world, wherever their medical professions took them. They lived as far away as Fujitsu, Japan serving as an Medical Army Doctor and nurse during the Korean War. They also lived in Memphis Tennessee, Columbus, OH, South Bend, and ultimately Elkhart when, in 1960 she helped setup her husbands’ storied medical practice as one of the first orthopedic surgeons in this area. Throughout her years as a nurse, mother, and friend, Bev served as a surrogate “Jewish mother” and matriarch to the multitudes. She constantly opened her heart and home to anyone in need of a place to lay their head or call home. Her “Thanksgiving” holiday celebrations were legendary. They were open to all and always packed with a diverse and interesting group of characters, often possessing an “international” flair with friends and visitors from around the globe. Bev was also a fashion “maven,” one of the many facets of her “New York City” upbringing. She was also a life-long ardent Democrat, and a close friend, confidante, and advisor to former Mayor Eleanor Kesim . Bev served as a special appointee to the Mayor. She was awarded an honorary degree in history from Indiana University South Bend, a member of the Elkhart Housing Authority, and a member of Elkhart General Hospital Woman’s Auxiliary. She was an avid reader and historian and conversant on many subjects. Bev loved animals and imparted this, along with many of her other attributes, to all of her daughters. She loved wintering at their Arizona home until health and family constraints consumed her time. Most importantly, she adored and devoted her life, heart, soul, and energy to her family. With love, she tirelessly dedicated her time to prolong the life of her ailing daughter, Michele. She also lived for her other daughters, Madelyn, Manette, Marjorie and Melanie; for her husband, Philip; her grandchildren and sons-in-laws. Bev always saw her extended family as her own “flesh and blood.” Bev was an intelligent, thoughtful, tough, kind and loving person whose passing will be mourned without end by all who knew, adored and loved her. Bev was a congregant of Temple Israel, where donations in her name can be made; P.O. Box 2051, Valparaiso, IN 46384 or The Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley, 3202 Shalom Way, South Bend, IN 46615. A service in her memory will be held at the Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley on Friday, January 4, 2013 at 2:00pm. To send condolences to the family log on to: www.McGannHay.com. |
| Sharon Craft |
March 26, 1945 – December 28, 2012 SOUTH BEND -- Sharon (O’Banion) Craft, 67, passed away December 28, 2012 in St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. Born March 26, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Glen O’Banion and Josephine (Freel) O’Banion Fox. She was also preceded in death by 5 brothers, Frank, Lawrence, Norm, Archie, and Jess O’Banion; and one sister, Maxine Perkins. Sharon married James Craft in 1965. He survives. Also surviving are three children, Becky (Keith) Palmer of Arkansas, Wilma (Munchie) Trent of South Bend, and Jason Craft of South Bend; two sisters, Sandra (Junior) Smith of South Bend, and Olive Bailey of Kentucky; two brothers, Louis (Pat) O’Banion of Elkhart and Donnie O’Banion of South Bend. 10 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren also survive her. Sharon was a free spirit who will be remembered for being fun and loved to dance. She also enjoyed being a mom. She was strong willed and got things done. She will be dearly missed. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 5 at 2:00PM at Chain-O-Lakes Conservation Club, 26230 Southport Drive, South Bend, IN. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the family to help cover funeral expenses. To send condolences, please visit www.McGannHay.com |