Obituaries
South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries
John Lichkai
Sep 1, 2025
John Allen Lichkai, 82, of Granger, IN, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025.
Born in South Bend, IN, John was the son of the late John A. Lichkai and Ann K. (Granat) Lichkai. He graduated from John Adams High School in 1961.
John proudly served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. John built a lifelong career as a...
Ronald Nagy
Sep 1, 2025
Ronald Stephen Nagy, 84, of Granger, IN, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on September 1, 2025.
Ron was born on June 4, 1941, in South Bend, Indiana, to Stephen and Jean (Smurr) Nagy.
An avid golfer and fisherman, Ron was a proud member of Knollwood Country Club, where he once served as Club President.
Above all else,...
Michael Charles Kelley
Sep 1, 2025
Michael Charles Kelley, 77, of Edwardsburg, MI, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on September 1, 2025.
Michael was born on March 30, 1948, in Buffalo, NY, to the late Robert and Virginia (Ganoung) Kelley. He honorably served his country in the United States Navy for eight years, a chapter of his life marked by dedication and...
Theresia Valderas
Sep 1, 2025
Theresia Ann Valderas, 69, of South Bend IN, passed away on September 1, 2025.
She was born on December 22, 1955 in Yankton, SD to Albert Gehrke and Marie (Cihak) Meredith. She married the love of her life, Louis A. Valderas Jr. on August 28, 1969 in Fort Worth, TX. Louis still survives.
Theresia worked as a secretary for an insurance company....
MC Samantha Troxel-Spalding
Aug 30, 2025
Miriam Carole “Samantha” Troxel-Spalding, 73, of South Bend, IN, passed away on August 30, 2025 at her home. Born on March 11, 1952, in Jackson, KY, Samantha was the daughter of the late Ervine and Leona (Wright) Spencer. Samantha, who was the oldest of eight children, grew up surrounded by her large family.
Samantha was a hairstylist. She was very adventurous...
Audrey "Jean" Kierdorf
Aug 28, 2025
Audrey “Jean” McCurdy Kierdorf was born on August 26th, 1928 in Detroit, Michigan to Henrietta Colgan and William Lester McCurdy. An only child, she enjoyed growing up in the city of Detroit, ice skating in her backyard ice rink, and visiting the local bars that her father owned and operated, including the Red Wing Bar and McCurdy’s bar. Jean enjoyed...
David A. Cossman
Aug 19, 2025
David (Dave) Alan Cossman, age 75, passed away peacefully at his home in Buchanan, Michigan, on August 19, 2025.
Born on February 22, 1950, in South Bend, Indiana, Dave was the beloved son of the late Sam and Virginia Cossman. On September 20, 1970, he married Patricia Held in Gary, Indiana, and together they built a life filled with love, family,...
Evans V. Wolfe
Aug 19, 2025
Evans Vern Wolfe, 87, went peacefully to be with his Lord on August 19, 2025 in Granger, Indiana. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Evans was the son of Vern and Irene (Burger) Wolfe.
Evans was known for his commitment to the Lord and to his family. He worked for 46 years at AT&T as a maintenance technician in the warehouse until he...
Patricia "Pat" L. Thompson
Aug 18, 2025
Patricia “Pat” Thompson, 85, passed away peacefully in her home on August 18, 2025.
Born June 15, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Aloysius and Mary (Mindykowski) Was.
On September 9, 1962, Pat married the love of her life, Dan Thompson. He preceded her in death in 2018. Left to cherish her memory are three children, Dan (Jenn Poole) Thompson,...
Ronnie R. York
Aug 16, 2025
Ronnie Ray York, 73, of Goshen, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on August 16, 2025.
Born to the late David Robert York and Della Staton York, Ronnie was also preceded in death by his twin sister, Bonnie Beckner, and his brother, Depree’ York.
On July 13, 1982, Ronnie married the love of his life, Connie F. (Branch) York, who...
Donalee Dorhauer Carlson
Aug 16, 2025
Donalee Dorhauer Carlson, 86, of Mishawaka, IN, passed away unexpectedly, with her family by her side, on Saturday August 16, 2025 at Ernestine Raclin Hospice House.
She was born on July 21, 1939 in Chicago, IL to Lawrence O. and Rosemarie (Howse) Dorhauer. She married Ted W. Carlson, Jr. on July 2, 1971 in South Bend, IN and again on July...
Margaret M. Gibney
Aug 12, 2025
Margaret Maura (Houk) Gibney, known to her friends and family as “Peggy”, passed away peacefully in her home on Garver Lake, Edwardsburg, Michigan, on the morning of August 12th, 2025, surrounded by her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Agnes Houk, who adopted Peggy when she was 4 months old. This act of love shown to...
Sharon A. Ortman
Aug 11, 2025
Sharon Ann Ortman (Palmreuter), age 84, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025, in Elkhart, Indiana.
Sharon was the 2nd daughter of Oswald and Leona Palmreuter (Fink), born on April 26, 1941, in Wolcottsville, New York. Sharon lived a full and meaningful life that included 65 years of marriage to Harvey R. Ortman. Throughout the years, she embraced her roles as...
Michael C. Fowler
Aug 11, 2025
Michael Fowler, 61, passed away in his home with his wife by his side, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born October 11, 1963, he was the son of the late Thomas and Joan Fowler.
On September 15, 1989, Michael married the love of his life, Toni McIntyre. She survives him. Also left to cherish his memory are: his son, Max Fowler...
Maureen-Julie Mankhwala Kampondeni
Aug 10, 2025
Maureen-Julie Mankhwala Kampondeni, aged 66, died peacefully at her home in Granger, Indiana, on Sunday, August 10, 2025, after a long and gallant bout with renal disease and the effects of a stroke.
A native of Thyolo District in the Republic of Malawi, Maureen was born on July 10, 1959 at Malamulo Seventh Day Adventist Hospital in Thyolo, Malawi to Luckwell...
Edward W. Eilerman
Aug 9, 2025
Edward was the son of William and Anna (Punter) Eilerman. Edward was born in Chicago on January 9, 1929. His parents immigrated from Germany and settled in Hartford, Michigan. After graduating from a one room school house, he worked along with his dad on their small fruit farm. Edward took loving care of his parents until their passing. He also...
David E. Askew
Aug 9, 2025
David E. Askew, 74, of Granger, IN, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, service, and creativity. Born on November 17, 1950, in Albany, NY, David was the son of the late Edwin and Betty Askew.
David was an active member of Granger Missionary Church and gave his time volunteering with Heart to Heart Hospice and Vader Hospice. He...
Philip M. Malstaff
Aug 8, 2025
Philip Malstaff passed away surrounded by his loving family on August 8, 2025. He was 80 years old, born on April 4, 1945, to the late Dr. Comiel and Helen Malstaff of Mishawaka, Indiana.
Phil is survived by his wife, Carolyn Malstaff; his daughter Michelle (Michael) Horvath; his son, Philip Malstaff Jr; and his daughter Kelley (Joe) Hunter; grandchildren Max Horvath,...
Mutsuko Cecil
Aug 5, 2025
MISHAWAKA, IN – Mutsuko Cecil, 57, passed away on August 4, 2025.
She was born in Naha, Japan, where she and her husband, Elijah Cecil, were later married. They eventually made their home together in Mishawaka, Indiana.
Mutsuko had a deep appreciation for nature and found joy in tending her garden and spending time outdoors. She especially enjoyed camping and hiking through...
Larry D. Hostetler
Aug 4, 2025
On June 24, 1942, Larry was born at Epworth Hospital in South Bend, IN. to Simon (Joe) and Loretta Hostetler. He was preceded in death by Patricia Hostetler, his parents, and sisters Sandra, Darlene, and Jacquelene. Surviving is his son, Nicholas.
Larry graduated from Riley High School and the University of Wyoming. He also attended Indiana University of South Bend and...
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