Obituaries
South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries
Maria Vanderhaar Porter
Jan 21, 2025
Maria Vanderhaar Porter, a beloved librarian, mentor, and cherished family member, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, in Bowling Green, Ohio. Born on July 31, 1935, in Louisville, Kentucky, Maria dedicated her life to the pursuit of knowledge, community service, and the love of her family.
Maria's intellectual journey began when she completed her college education in 1956 in Louisville....
Felix Andres Gonzalez Hernandez
Jan 19, 2025
Felix Andres Gonzalez Hernandez, a beloved fire fighter in Mexico and a dedicated member of the community, passed away on January 19, 2025, in Mishawaka, Indiana. Felix was known for his unwavering strength—emotionally, mentally, and physically.
His journey began over 27 years ago when he made the brave move to the United States in search of a better life for himself...
Joan Evelyn Stimax Leatherwood
Jan 19, 2025
Joan Evelyn Stimax Leatherwood, a cherished mother, daughter, wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother, departed from this world on January 19, 2025. Born on March 5, 1933, in Westminster, Maryland, she was the only child of Gertrude and Paul Stimax. Joan’s life was a melodious journey, filled with passion for the performing arts and unyielding love for her family.
Joan studied at the...
John Raymond Noppenberg
Jan 18, 2025
John Raymond Noppenberg, 83, a beloved, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 18, 2025, at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, holding the hand of his devoted wife of 65 years and surrounded by his family and grandchildren. He was born on October 1, 1941, in Miami, Florida to the late Raymond Joseph and Marian...
Martin Jacob Gardner
Jan 7, 2025
Martin Jacob Gardner, affectionately known as "Marty," was born on November 7, 1961, in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. He passed away on January 7, 2025, in Granger, Indiana, leaving behind a legacy of commitment, passion, and love for his family and community.
Education was paramount in Marty’s life, both in school and throughout his adult life. He graduated in 1980 from Lawrenceburg High...
Vincent Chara
Jan 5, 2025
Vincent Chara, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on January 5, 2025, at the age of 83 in Granger, Indiana. Born on April 26, 1941, in Tynec nad Labem, Czech Republic (then Czechoslovakia), Vincent became a skilled mason in the City of Most after high school. Vincent and his wife, Margaret Filip, were married on December...
Daniel Alan Cory
Jan 2, 2025
Daniel Alan Cory, born April 13, 1959, age 65, of Plymouth, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on January 2, 2025, following a short illness.
A devoted family man, Daniel created a lifetime of memories with his loved ones. He was married to his beloved wife, Wanita (Clemons) Cory, for 42 years. Together, they built a life filled with love and...
Mary McDaniel
Dec 30, 2024
Mary Angela McDaniel, 98, of South Bend, Indiana, left us peacefully on December 31, 2024. A beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, Mary, born May 18, 1926, devoted her early life to being a mother to her six children: Deanna Jo, Donald, Bonnie, Anita, Patricia, and Kele.
After her children were grown, she became a nurse practitioner at Holy Cross House, Notre...
Rita Marie Pilawski
Dec 29, 2024
Rita Marie Pilawski nee Reimann, 94, of Granger, IN, formerly of Northbrook, IL, ascended to heaven on Sunday, December 29th with her children by her side. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Eugene Walter Pilawski; her parents, Sophie and Leo Reimann; brother, Richard Reimann; and sister-in-law Ginny Reimann.
Rita’s whole world was her family that includes her seven...
John Richard Donahue
Dec 28, 2024
John Richard Donahue was born in Columbus Ohio on September 23rd, 1933, to the late John F. and Jane Ann (Preest) Donahue. John moved to Indiana as a child. He lived in Mishawaka and later South Bend.
He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School where he played all sports, then attended Purdue University where he was a member of...
M. Bruce Harlan
Dec 28, 2024
M. Bruce Harlan, of South Bend, Indiana, passed peacefully joining his late wife, Juanita Jean, on December 28 2024 at age 96. He was born in Kansas City, MO on September 30,1928 to the late Marvin and Hazel Harlan. In 1942 his father was transferred to South Bend, IN. Bruce first attended Riley High and in 1945 graduated from John...
Donald Paul Costello
Dec 26, 2024
Donald Paul Costello died at his home in the North Shore Triangle after having Christmas dinner with his South Bend family members on December 26, 2024. He was 93 years old.
Donald was born in Little Flower Parish on the South Side of Chicago on August 4, 1931. He attended De LaSalle High School and went on to be the first...
Zakoda James Solum
Dec 20, 2024
Zakoda James Solum, a radiant light in the lives he touched, graced this world on March 24, 2023, in Elkhart. His brief but vivid journey came to an unexpected end on December 20, 2024, at Riley Children's Hospital in Indianapolis. Although his time with us was far too short, Zakoda’s vibrant spirit and exquisite joy left an indelible mark on...
Gordon Kenneth Janowsky
Dec 18, 2024
A life in numbers - Gordon Janowsky October 21, 1937 - December 18, 2024
He lived a long life, 87 years. Nearly half that time, he taught chemistry to thousands of high school students. For many, he was their favorite teacher. So he’s got that going for him, which is nice.
He rode thousands of miles on his motorcycle and played maybe...
William David Stopczynski
Dec 12, 2024
Bill Stopczynski of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 73 on December 12, 2024, with his loving family by his side. Born on October 31, 1951, in Mishawaka, Indiana, he was the cherished son of the late Alex and Mary Catherine Stopczynski of Granger. Bill was preceded in death by his brother, Jim, in 2022.
As a devoted...
Bernard Paul Nevel
Dec 7, 2024
With deep sorrow, the family of Dr. Bernard Paul Nevel announces his passing on December 7, 2024, one day shy of his 95th birthday. Born in South Bend, Indiana, Bernard was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, known for his kindness, wisdom, humor, and love.
He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Etta Nevel, and his five...
JoAnn McCahill
Dec 3, 2024
JoAnn McCahill, born on September 20, 1944, in Niles, Michigan, to the late Joseph Edward French and Annabelle (Hansen) Cool, passed away peacefully on December 3 2024, at Providence Home in Mishawaka, Indiana. JoAnn's life was marked by dedication to her family and a commitment to her career in nursing.
On July 7, 1962, JoAnn married the love of her life,...
Gloria McCullough Hoover
Nov 29, 2024
Gloria McCullough Hoover, affectionately known as G.G., passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, purpose and resilience. Born on April 1, 1932, to Helen Trick Laisure and Calvin Laisure, Gloria's life was marked by her entrepreneurial-independent spirit and dedication to family and community.
Gloria married Edward McCullough in 1949, with whom she shared a deep...
Loretta Jean McIntyre
Nov 26, 2024
Loretta Jean McIntyre, a beloved homemaker and cherished family member, left this world on November 26, 2024, in Granger, Indiana. She graced the earth with her fabulous spirit since her birth on March 3, 1931, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Loretta's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, joy, and laughter. As a devoted mother, she nurtured her children with an unmatched...
Matthew Allen Freeman
Nov 22, 2024
Matthew Allen Freeman, a beloved husband, father, brother, son, and friend passed away peacefully at home on November 22 2024, at the age of 47. Born on April 9, 1977, in Coldwater, Michigan, Matthew's journey through life was marked by his passion for creativity, love for family, and an unmistakable joy that he brought to all he met.
Matthew was a...
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