South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries

Apr 21, 2023

There are no services planned for Mary at this time.

Apr 20, 2023

Rebecca “Becky” Womer (Sonneborn), 70, passed away peacefully April 20, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born March 26, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Frederick J., II and Bernice (Keb) Sonneborn. She graduated from LaSalle High School, Class of ’71. In 2004, she graduated from Indiana University South Bend with her Bachelor’s in...

Apr 19, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Roni Michelle Mikesell. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Apr 18, 2023

Suzanne F. Louthan passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on April 18, 2023.  She was 80 years old. Suzanne was born in Ft. Wayne, Indiana to the late Rudolph and Ruth (Bechman) Brown on DEC 19, 1942.

Suzanne will be missed by her husband, of more than 61 years, David; their children, Dr....

Apr 16, 2023

Dr. Michael “Doc” Schuhknecht, 58, passed away unexpectedly on April 16, 2023.

Born October 23, 1964 in Benton Harbor, MI, he was the son of Dean Schuhknecht and Sharron (Gegot) Kinel. His father preceded him in death. Doc was also preceded in death by his favorite dog and loving companion, Bella.

On June 2, 1992,...

Apr 12, 2023

George John Zubrickas, 71, passed away unexpectedly on April 12, 2023, due to cardiac issues.

Born March 8, 1952, he was the son of the late Stasys and Hedwig (Haming) Zubrickas.

On December 28, 1978, George married the love of his life, Judith Ann Langoni. She survives him. Also left to cherish his memory are...

Apr 9, 2023

Darwin R Kelver, 91 passed away peacefully on April 9, 2023 with his family by his side.

Darwin was born on December 23, 1931 to the late Horace and Lillian (Wedel) Kelver. On February 7, 1959 Darwin married Joan Evanstad. She preceded him in death. Left to cherish his memory are his brother Duane (Delores), his children...

Apr 8, 2023

James Robert Crumley (87) passed away peacefully at the Center for Hospice Care on Saturday, April 8, 2023.  Jim is relieved of the pain that he endured during his extensive chronic illness.  Jim’s daughter, son, and brother comforted Jim before he gently respired overlooking the Saint Joseph River and Central Park in Mishawaka.

Jim was born on...

Apr 7, 2023

Bruce G. McDougal of Granger, IN and Naples, FL, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by family, on April 7, 2023. He was 81 years old.

Bruce was born December 7, 1941 in Bucyrus, OH, to the late Richard and Margaret (Sweney) McDougal.

Bruce leaves behind his wife, Toni, of 53 years; two sons,...

Apr 5, 2023

Jean Louise Savage, 81, went to Jesus on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on October 9, 1941 to the late John and Charlotte (Dell) Harrison.

Jean married Larry Savage on September 28, 1963 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He survives. Together they had 2 sons, Michael (Rebecca) and David (Liesa) Savage; grandchildren:...

Apr 4, 2023

Nikke M. Dodge, 73, passed away April 4, 2023 at Memorial Hospital.

Born September 12, 1949, in South Bend, she was the daughter of the late James and Margaret Dodge.

Left to cherish her memory are a daughter, Jamie M. Snook-Blakely; and granddaughter, who was her pride and joy, Gaige Balderas.

Nikki was...

Apr 3, 2023

Teresa Ann Lamirand ascended to be with her family at the age of 77, on April 3, 2023, in Chicago, IL. She was born in South Bend, IN on July 26, 1945 to the late George and Mary (McHenry) Stark.

Teresa is survived by her husband, Richard; their children: David, Joseph and Michele and Ann Marie Lamirand;...

Apr 2, 2023

Ronnie Lee Armour, 74, passed away unexpectedly April 2, 2023, after complications from surgery.

Born May 8, 1948 in Mercer, PA, he was the son of the late George and Lois (Yaw) Armour.

On April 8, 1972, Ronnie married the love of his life, Barbara Ann Scheibelhut. They were just a few days shy from...

Mar 27, 2023

Benny Hawkins Bays passed away on March 27, 2023 due to Covid complications. He was just 5 years old. Benny and his twin, Marshall were born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 14, 2017 to Stephanie Juanita-Irene Wolfe and Gregory Scott Bays. They survive.

Benny will be missed by his sisters, Melody Wolfe and Gibson Bays; twin brother,...

Mar 27, 2023

Donna Jean Hertz, passed away peacefully at her home on March 27, 2023. She was 85. Donna was born in Mishawaka, Indiana on May 18, 1937 to the late Oscar and Maxine (Smith) Bruegel.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, George; their children, Damon (Patricia) Hertz, Rhonda (David) Best and Amy (John) Helak; grandchildren:...

Mar 25, 2023

George Donze, 77, of Granger, IN was a loving husband, father, bunt to his grandsons, and friend to many. He was born on June 7, 1945, to Marinus and Marjorie (Combs) Donze and passed into eternity on Saturday, March 25, 2023, joining his beloved wife, Terry (Lindstedt) Donze of whom he shared 52 years of marriage.

He...

Mar 23, 2023

Violette R. Rydzynski, 98, passed away peacefully early Thursday morning, March 23, 2023. Violette was born in South Bend on October 28, 1924 to the late Matthew and Blanche Lewinski.

She graduated from Central High School in 1942.

On February 4, 1950, she married the late Bernard J. Rydzynski also of South Bend. She was...

Mar 22, 2023

William, (Bill), J. Becker, 85, of Granger, Indiana, passed away on March 22, 2023 in Indianapolis, IN, following a brief illness. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on April 4, 1937 to the late Harry Pelle and Mary (Colchin) Becker.

Bill graduated from St. Joseph High School and enjoyed sharing stories of his years on the football...

Mar 10, 2023

John C. Kite died on March 10th, 2023 at his Vigo County residence, Last Camp. He was born January 1, 1939 in Fairview Park, Indiana to Doris Snowberry Kite and Conrad Kite.

He attended Fairview Grade School and was a graduate of Clinton High School with the class of 1955. He served on active duty with the...

Mar 9, 2023

Jeffrey Lee Avara passed away peacefully from cancer with his family by his side on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the age of 37. He was born on September 15, 1985 in South Bend, Indiana to Jeffrey Lane and Linda Lee (Habel) Avara. They survive.

Also left to cherish Jeff’s memory are his siblings, Trisha (Michael) VanHuffel,...