Obituaries

South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries

Janis  Lynne Warner

Janis Lynne Warner

Jan 27, 2022

GRANGER-Janis L. Warner, 75, passed away peacefully in her home on January 27, 2022 surrounded with family. She was born September 23, 1946 in Chicago, IL to the late Fred and Sylvia (Sharapata) Ansell. Janis married the love her life, Frederick Warner, on May 4, 1968 in Johnsburg, IL at St. Johns Catholic Church. Janis and Frederick were blessed with...

Mary  Elizabeth Spencer

Mary Elizabeth Spencer

Jan 24, 2022

Mary Elizabeth Conn Spencer of Granger, Indiana passed away peacefully Monday, January 24, 2022 with her children by her side at the age of 78. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland on November 16, 1943. She was born to the late Ronald William Conn and Benita Mary (Leonard) Conn. Mary was raised on the family farm in Thawville, Illinois. Mary...

Adele  R. Pytel

Adele R. Pytel

Jan 24, 2022

NILES-Adele R. Pytel, 97, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2022 surrounded by her family.Born July 23, 1924 in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Stephy (Luszkowicz) Pytel. She also was preceded in death by all seven of her siblings and one infant son, Timothy.Affectionately known as "Babci," she has left to cherish her many...

Debra  Suzann Wenzel

Debra Suzann Wenzel

Jan 24, 2022

Debra Suzann Wenzel Passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, January 24, 2022 at the age of 68. She was born in South Bend, IN March 16, 1953 to the late Edward Matthew and Martha Evalyn (Stachowiak) Naughton.Debra is survived by her son, Scott (Cindi) Wenzel; grandchildren, Jason and Owen Baumer; brothers, Larry Little, Douglas (Patricia) Little and Phillip...

Debra Wenzel

Debra Wenzel

Jan 24, 2022

Debra Wenzel, 68, passed away on Monday, in Mishawaka McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings South BendTo send private condolences, please visit: http://www.mcgannhay.com/condolences.html

William  Arthur Lane

William Arthur Lane

Jan 23, 2022

William Arthur Lane 79, passed away Sunday, in Elkhart McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings South BendTo send private condolences, please visit: http://www.mcgannhay.com/condolences.html

Kathryn Mary Ann Holcomb

Kathryn Mary Ann Holcomb

Jan 21, 2022

Kathryn Mary Ann Holcomb, was the cherished daughter of Andrew and Irene "Wanda" Zulliger and loving aunt, of Robert (Robin) Davis, Teressa (Brian) Sears, Alisa (Mike) Depositar, and Monica (Pete) Kern.Aunt Kathy went to spend eternity with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, January 21 at 11:12 p.m. at the Center for Hospice Care in Elkhart, IN, with...

Randy  Hugh Drudge

Randy Hugh Drudge

Jan 20, 2022

Randy Hugh Drudge, 69 passed away Thursday, in Plymouth, IN McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings South BendTo send private condolences, please visit: http://www.mcgannhay.com/condolences.html

John  Joseph Regnier

John Joseph Regnier

Jan 18, 2022

John Joseph Regnier, 84, of Granger, Indiana, formerly of Minneapolis, Minnesota died January 18, 2022. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was born June 3, 1937. He was Preceded in death by infant son, Alexis John; parents, Edward A. and Mary Hoy Regnier; sister Mary “Sis” Regnier; and brothers, Edward and Gerald Regnier. John is...

Sylvia  Jean Armstrong

Sylvia Jean Armstrong

Jan 15, 2022

MISHAWAKA-Sylvia J. Armstrong, 82, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2022.Born August 6, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Everett Emmons and Loretta (Nelson) Potter. Her sister, Dolly, also preceded her in death.Left to cherish her memory are: her son, Michael Wallgren of South Bend; daughter, Valerie (Matthew) Marks of Tyner; sister, Louise (Steve) Filip of South Bend;...

Mark  James Turnock

Mark James Turnock

Jan 14, 2022

SOUTH BEND-Mark James Turnock, 72 passed away January 14, 2022, after a short illness. Born May 23, 1949 in South Bend, he was the son of the late George and Esther (Taylor) Turnock. A mother-in-law, Aurora Fabay and step-daughter, Gina Dizon, also preceded him in death. On February 22, 1971, Mark married the love of his life, Josefina Dagun. She...

Rev. Dr. Lloyd Decesaro

Rev. Dr. Lloyd Decesaro

Jan 13, 2022

SOUTH BEND-Rev. Dr. Lloyd Decesaro, 73, went home to his Heavenly Father on January 13, 2022.Born August 31, 1948 in Effingham, IL, he was the son of the late Jesse and Emma (Stolte) Decesaro. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Dominic Decesaro; sister, Linda Holman; and 4 grandchildren, Savanah, Bethany and Cynthia Gygi, plus one more.He went...

Wilda  Noreen (Tinsley)  Miller

Wilda Noreen (Tinsley) Miller

Jan 12, 2022

GRANGER-Wilda Noreen (Tinsley) Miller, age 73, passed away unexpectedly on January 12, 2022.She was born on July 21,1948 in Anderson, IN to the late William and Della Tinsley. Wilda graduated from Frankton High School with the Class of 1966, and from Ball State University in 1970. She was a teacher in both the Penn and Mishawaka School Systems for 40...

Brad  Alan Snyder  Ii

Brad Alan Snyder Ii

Jan 11, 2022

Our beloved son, Brad Alan Snyder II, returned to our Heavenly Father, unexpectedly, on January 11, 2022, at the young age of 26. Brad, who was a resident of California since 2017, was a 2014 graduate of Edwardsburg High School, and attended South Western Michigan College. Brad was an adventure-loving thrill seeker who lived his life full throttle. He enjoyed...

Rondel  Hugh Mead,  Sr.

Rondel Hugh Mead, Sr.

Jan 10, 2022

South Bend-Rondel H. Mead, Sr., 89, died peacefully in his home January 10, 2022.Born March 28, 1932, he was the son of the late Murry Mead and Mable Geist.Left to cherish his memory are four children: Beverly (James) Small, Diane LeMere, Rondel (Kim) Mead, Jr., and Rhonda (Jimmy) Szmanski; and many grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. Rondel was a lifelong resident of...

Joseph  George Gerencser

Joseph George Gerencser

Jan 9, 2022

Joseph George Gerencser passed away on January 9, 2022 at the age of 67. He was born July 31, 1954 to the late Paul and Helen (Batson) Gerencser in South Bend, Indiana.Joseph is survived by his former wife, Janeth Hollaway; daughters, Cheryl Gerencser (Kale Westerhoff) and Jodi (Ryan) Jones; granddaughters, Kalyn and Marcella Westerhoff; great-grandson, Greyson Freese with one on...

Ilene  Rosen Burton

Ilene Rosen Burton

Jan 9, 2022

Ilene Rosen Burton, 92, was born October 14, 1929 in Detroit Michigan. She died January 9, 2022.She is survived by her husband, Barry Burton; their children, Jim (Barbara) Burton and Debbie (Larry) Tihen; grandchildren, Joshua (Lindsey) Burton and Jona (Kasha) Burton; three great-grandchildren, August, Ari and Toby Burton.Ilene was married to the love of her life for almost 71 incredible...

Daniel  Norman Nespo

Daniel Norman Nespo

Jan 7, 2022

SOUTH BEND- After a life well lived, Daniel N. Nespo, 91, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2022. Born on December 2, 1930 in Long Beach, Indiana, he was the son of the late Frank and Martha (Firanek) Nespo. His brother, Fran Nespo; and grandson also preceded him in death. On August 28, 1954, Daniel married the love of his...

Evelyne Loomis

Evelyne Loomis

Jan 5, 2022

Evelyne Loomis, 75, of Osceola died January 5. McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / GatheringsTo send private condolences, please visit: http://www.mcgannhay.com/condolences.html

Elaine  Leda Debeck

Elaine Leda Debeck

Jan 3, 2022

Elaine Leda DeBeck, 81, passed away in Mishawaka. McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings South BendTo send private condolences, please visit:  http://www.mcgannhay.com/condolences.html