South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries

Sep 30, 2022

MISHAWAKA-Jeffrey Davis, 83, passed away peacefully September 30, 2022. Born March 14, 1939 in Chicago, IL, he was the son of the late Samuel and Ruth (Neboshik) Davis. On December 23, 2006, Jeff married the love of his life, Mary Lou Williams. She preceded him in death October 26, 2017. Left to cherish his memory are two sons, Ben (Francie...

Sep 25, 2022

MISHAWAKA-Phillip C. Troost, 88, went to his heavenly home on September 25, 2022. Born July 28, 1934, he was the son of the late Horace and Josephine (Timmer) Troost. On March 29, 1956, Phillip married Glenda Mae Cooper. She preceded him in death in March of 2012. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, David and James Troost....

Sep 25, 2022

Vera J. Randall, 88, fomerly of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 25, 2022, in her residence at Wedgewood Pines Assistant Living in South Bend Indiana. She was born on November 18, 1933, Mishawaka, Indiana to Walter and Ruth (Baldwin) Kohler Sr. On March 18, 1960, she married James D. Randall Sr. He passed away on October...

Sep 23, 2022

ELKHART-Mrs. Barbara Jean (Koontz) Luecht, 98, passed away peacefully in her sleep early Friday morning in her residence at Hubbard Hill Estates.Barbara was born on March 21, 1924 to the late Carlton L. and Ruth (Rudnick) Koontz in Elkhart where she was a lifelong resident. On August 14, 1948 she was married to Loren Lee Luecht who passed away on...

Sep 23, 2022

William "Bill" Edward Miller passed away peacefully on September 23, 2022 at the age of 94. Bill was born to the late Joseph Emmett and Bernice (Gallagher) Miller on February 1, 1928. He was the oldest of 5 siblings.He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School and the University of Notre Dame. Bill also served in the U.S. Army...

Sep 20, 2022

Frank G. Taelman Jr., 89, of Granger, IN passed away in Memorial Hospital on September 20, 2022 after a brief illness.

Frank was born in South Bend on March 11, 1933 to Frank G. Sr., and Lillian (Wiatrolik) Taelman. After graduating from South Bend Central High School in 1951, Frank attended Purdue University. He was a member...

Sep 19, 2022

Janet Lynn (Radecki) Mickels 84, formerly of Indian Harbour Beach, FL died September 19, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Jan was born in South Bend, IN and could not escape it fast enough due to the "bitter cold" winters. She most recently enjoyed living in Florida with her oldest and dearest friend, Beth Jacks, and many summers were spent...

Sep 17, 2022

David Leon Mossman passed away on September 17, 2022. He was 79. David was born to the late Robert Blanchard and Freda Blanche (Anderson) Mossman on March 14, 1943 in Lafayette, IN.David is survived by his daughters, Jenni (Josh) Wygant and Stacey (Mark, deceased) Diamond; grandchildren, Mason (Mackenzie) Troyer, Oliver Wygant, Kyle, Nicole and Ryan Diamond; nephews, Chris (Kathy) Hawley...

Sep 12, 2022

Molly E. Schrager died unexpectedly September 12, 2022, at the young age of 25, in West Lafayette, Indiana. She was born in Chang De, Hunan, China on June 30, 1997. Molly was adopted by Debbie Schrager, on August 18, 1998. She lived in Colorado Springs, CO her first year in the United States and then, with the addition of her...

Sep 12, 2022

Terry Sue Donze, 71 of Granger, IN was a loving wife, mother, nana, and friend to many. She entered eternity on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Memorial Hospital after a 3 year battle with breast cancer which she fought with grace and grit. She was born on September 8, 1951, to the late Ernest and Rita (Stebner) Lindstedt. Terry is...

Sep 11, 2022

“Ric” Jon Eric Riemke passed the morning of September 11, 2022. He was born February 5, 1968 in Kendallville, Indiana to John Riemke and the late Barbara Shank Riemke. He graduated from East Noble High School in 1986 and moved on to Vincennes University on a baseball scholarship. He then transferred to Purdue University, West Lafayette, graduating with a degree...

Sep 11, 2022

Leah Frenkiel, 68, passed away September 11, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born September 29, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Moses and Rosa (Gelernter) Frenkiel. She was also preceded in death by her brother, John Frenkiel. She is survived by her brother, Paul; niece, Lisa Herzog; great nephew, Richard Herzog and great niece, Ava Herzog....

Sep 8, 2022

GOSHEN-Suzanne M. Odle, 77, passed away peacefully in her home within a short period after being diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer which she accepted with courage and grace. Born January 18, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Jerry and Addie (Dosmann) Canfield. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Donn Odle in 2021. Left to cherish her...

Sep 8, 2022

“Run dear Ronald, runIn the heavens beyond the skyNo more pain and sufferingNo need to ever cryYou left your mark on manyIn great and little thingsNow you’re rejoicing with the angelsGiving glory to the King”Ronald passed away peacefully on September 8th at St Joseph Medical Center in Mishawaka. He was surrounded by loved ones as he transitioned into eternity.A graduate...

Sep 6, 2022

February 19, 1953 – September 6, 2022GRANGER – Paul Stephen Morse, 69, passed away September 6, 2022. Born February 19, 1953, he was the son of Robert Morse, who resides in Colorado and the late Norma (Wasson) Morse, Dec. 30, 2015. On July 27, 1991, Paul married the love of his life, Bec Ann Morse, who lovingly helped care for...

Sep 4, 2022

Robert E. Soderberg, 76, of Granger passed away at home with his family on Sunday, September 4, 2022. Bob was born the middle child to Edgar and Margery (Nelson) Soderberg on December 10, 1945 in South Bend. He was a lifelong area resident graduating from Central High School in 1964 where he was a member of the swim team. After...

Sep 3, 2022

Clara M (Singleton) (Rice) Riggs passed away on September 3, 2022 at the age of 79. She was born in South Bend, IN on April 2, 1943 to the late Charles and Lovina (Philips) Singleton.Clara is survived by her daughter, Jill Marie (Wesley) Sparrow; son, Joey Riggs; sister, Dorothy Grenert; brothers: Walter, William, Ronald, and Jack Singleton; and numerous nieces...

Aug 30, 2022

Richard Gene Bruder 70, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on August 30, 2022.He was born to the late Raymond William and Eva Fern (Williams) Bruder on June 18, 1952 in Dixon, IL.Richard is survived by his wife of 52 years, Rebecca; daughters, Rebecca Toland (Paul Loflin) and Eileen Coyle (Rodney Jacobs); grandchildren: Colin Toland, Courtney (Robert)...

Aug 29, 2022

Garrett Joseph "Gary" Coughlin, III, 71, died of Respiratory Failure on August 29, 2022, following a lung transplant July 29, 2021, in Chicago. He is at peace now, after over a year of hospitalization with transplant complications and then Covid. Born October 31, 1950, he was the son of the late Garrett J. Coughlin, II and Betty (Cannedy) Coughlin. He...

Aug 29, 2022

Garrett J. Coughlin, III, 71, of Granger, died Monday. McGann Hay Funeral Home.To send private condolences, please visit: http://www.mcgannhay.com/condolences.html