Obituaries
South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries
Mary Dillon
Jun 25, 2026
Mary went to rest with her mother on June 25th. She would have turned 45 in September.
In many ways, Mary was a miracle. She was given less than 6 months to live in 1981. She beat death at least half a dozen times during her life here. More than these victories, she touched many people with her smile and positive...
Barbara Scott
Jun 22, 2026
Barbara A. “Barb” Scott, 79, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on June 22, 2026, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, Indiana.
Born on August 28, 1947, Barbara was the daughter of Frank M. Scott and Barbaranel (Schlafer) Scott. She dedicated many years of service as a patient transporter at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, where she was known for her kindness,...
Jerry Marley
Jun 18, 2026
Jerry J. Marley, 90, of South Bend, IN, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Thursday, June 18, 2026.
Born on July 14, 1935, in Onawa, Iowa, to Dominic and Inez (Torticill) Marley. He was raised on their family farm near Blencoe, Iowa, alongside nine siblings and attended the Sherman No. 2 one-room schoolhouse before graduating...
Brian Lower
Jun 13, 2026
Brian Edward Lower, 61, of South Bend, Indiana, passed away on June 13, 2026. Born in South Bend, he was the son of the late Edward Lower and Joan Lower, who survives him.
A graduate of Clay High School, Brian was a dedicated worker throughout his life. He took great pride in working alongside his father and his brother, Patrick. Brian...
Charles Dew
Jun 9, 2026
Charles (Charlie) Dew passed away on June 9, 2026 at the Ernestine M. Raclin Hospice House in Mishawaka, IN. He was born in Dowagiac, MI to Gerald and Helen (Henderson). On October 5, 1973 he married the former Kathy Wilson. Charlie graduated from Dowagiac High School where he excelled in academics and sports. He then went on to graduate from...
Karen St. Germain
Jun 9, 2026
Karen Lea St. Germain , 62, of Mishawaka, IN, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on April 3, 1964 in Elkhart, IN, to Elaine Jones and Barry Caldwell.
Karen married her devout husband, John St. Germain on June 16, 2008.
Karen is survived by her children, Amy (Melanie) Reecer of Rockhill, SC, Timothy (Allison)...
Sandra Tadevich
Jun 1, 2026
Sandra "Sandy" Lee Tadevich, 85, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Sandy was born on September 17, 1940. On January 21, 1961, she married the love of her life, Lawrence “Larry” Edward Tadevich. Together they built a beautiful life centered on faith, family, love, and service to others.
They were blessed with five beloved...
Irene Hay
May 31, 2026
In Loving Memory of Irene Flossie (Sayler) Hay (May 20, 1933 - May 31, 2026)
Irene Hay, age 93, passed away peacefully May 31, 2026. Known affectionately as "Nellie,"lived a deeply fulfilling and vibrantly rich life defined by her independence, determination, and boundless curiosity. Born in Rensselaer, Indiana, to James A. Sayler and Reva Ellen Atkinson, Irene’s story began on a...
Laurie Hale
May 30, 2026
Laurie Sue Hale (Susie) of Granger, IN, with her children by her side, was called home to Paradise by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Susie, as affectionately known by most, was the eldest of four children born September 23, 1941, to Joseph D. and Wilma (Seigler) Stoner. Susie is survived by her two children,...
Rose Lillian Schwartz
May 27, 2026
September 23, 1924 ~ May 27, 2026 (Age 101)
Rose Lillian (Zubkoff) Schwartz passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loved ones in Maumelle, Arkansas on 27 May 2026. She was 101 years old.
She was born on September 23, 1924 in South Bend, Indiana to Isaac and Mary (Kraden) Zubkoff. Her family home was on Chapin Street and she...
Kevin Robert Pruett
May 22, 2026
Kevin Robert Pruett, age 69, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, at Memorial Hospital. Born on July 19, 1956, Kevin lived a life defined by strength, loyalty, love, and unwavering dedication to those around him.
Kevin proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps. He carried that same sense of honor, resilience, and commitment throughout...
Deborah Butler
May 11, 2026
Deborah “Debbie” Butler, 75, of South Bend, Indiana passed away May 11, 2026 in South Bend, Indiana. Debbie was born to the late Domenick and Naomi Maiuri on February 5, 1951 in Milan, Indiana. Debbie was also blessed with a twin brother, Danny Maiuri who preceded her in death.
Debbie married the love of her life, Larry Lee Butler and they...
Brian Eckert
May 6, 2026
Brian Eugene Eckert, 68, of New Carlisle, passed away on May 6, 2026. He was born on August 16, 1957, in LaPorte to Albert and Marilyn (Hold) Eckert.
On May 28, 1976, Brian married the love of his life, Theresa Eckert, in Evergreen. Together they shared many years of love, laughter, and family.
Brian was retired, having previously worked in manufacturing at...
Robert "Bob" Pettifor
May 5, 2026
Robert (Bob) Pettifor, 90, was welcomed into the loving arms of his Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ, on May 5, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his first wife Grace (Loucks) Pettifor; his parents, Arthur and Ruth (Scholl) Pettifor; and brother, Dale (Phyllis) Pettifor. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Bernice (Schultz) Pettifor; brothers, Dean (Sharon) Pettifor,...
Janis Abramson
May 3, 2026
Janis A. Abramson (née Hinton), 92, passed away on May 3, 2026. She was born on September 16, 1933, in Cincinnati, Iowa to the late Robert and Eunice Glascock.
Janis was united in marriage to the late William Abramson on October 24, 1953. He preceded her in death on May 21, 2006. Together, they built a life centered on family, love,...
Kaylon Raashad Woods
Apr 27, 2026
Kaylon Rashaad Woods, 38, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026, in Elkhart, Indiana.
He was born to Ronnie Lee Woods and Belinda Gail (Smith) Woods, of Jacksonville, FL. September 6, 1987, in Charleston, South Carolina.
Left to cherish his memory are Ronnie and Belinda, his sister Mariah Woods, and his children, Jaylon and Kenley Woods. His family extends beyond blood. He...
Patricia (Quigley) Bodnar
Apr 21, 2026
Patricia Quigley Bodnar, 78, died unexpectedly at her home in Centerville, OH on April 21, 2026.
Patricia was born in South Bend, IN on April 7, 1948. She was a graduate of St. Joseph Catholic School and St. Joseph High School in South Bend. Patricia graduated from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA with a degree in Mathematics. After college, job opportunities...
Johnnie R. Lemley
Apr 21, 2026
Johnnie Ray Lemley, 82, passed away at home in Elkhart on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 after a hard-fought illness. Johnnie was born March 28, 1944 in Dyersburg, Tennessee to Edwin and Sydney “Flo” Lemley. He moved to South Bend in 1959 and graduated from Washington-Clay High School in 1963. He attended IUSB as an art major before starting his own...
John Edwin Derwent
Apr 18, 2026
John Edwin Derwent, beloved father, grandfather, educator, and lifelong member of the Notre Dame community, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026. He was 91 years old. He was born in Chicago IL on July 12, 1934, the third child and only son of the late Paul E. and R. Evelyn Derwent of Chicago.
John graduated from St. Ignatius College Prep,...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
