South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries

Nov 21, 2021

Our mom, Jean E. Huffman, left this world for Heaven in the very early morning hours of Sunday, November 21, 2021, after complications from a sudden illness and chronic health conditions.Jean Ellen Kammerer was born at home in Kendallville, IN on October 18, 1937 to Art and Aneta Kammerer. She, along with her siblings Bob, Don, Jack and Kathy, attended...

Nov 17, 2021

Nov 15, 2021

William John Carpenter passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 15, 2021. William was born on June 14, 1956 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Reginald Douglas Sr. and Mildred Wynona (Samuels) Carpenter.William married Elizabeth Ann Walsh on November 25, 1989. William and Ann were blessed with 5 children: Caley (Joseph) Prichard, Mary Carpenter, Rebecca (Tyler) Thibodeaux, Peter Carpenter, and...

Nov 14, 2021

SOUTH BEND- Gerald E. "Jerry" Fink, 69, passed away unexpectedly in his home of natural causes.Born in Westmoreland County, PA, he was the son of the late Austin and Lois Fink. He was also predeceased by a brother, James "Jim" Fink.He is survived by a sister, Carol Fink of Cincinnati, OH; three nieces; one nephew; one grandniece; four grandnephews; four...

Nov 14, 2021

Patricia Ann (Cain) Murray passed away on November 14, 2021. Pat was born July 16, 1930 in South Bend, Indiana to Dr. Edgar and Mamie Cain as the second of six children. Pat is survived by her six children: William Murray (Gloria Popovich), Kathy Murray Putta (Jack), Tim Murray (Kathy), Ann Cole (Keith Heil), MJ Murray Vachon (Dominic) and Colleen...

Nov 12, 2021

GRANGER- Michael Leonard Connelly, 76, died with his family by his side on Friday, November 12, 2021, at his home in Granger, Indiana.Michael was born September 22, 1945 to the late Clarence and Simonne (DeCuypere). His sister, Ellen Birkland, also preceded him in death.He retired from AM General in 2013. He loved spending time with his family and friends, outdoor...

Nov 9, 2021

Jack Lee Lovitt passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at the age of 86. He was born on February 2, 1935 in South Bend, Indiana, to the late Wilber John and Louetta Belle (Werntz) Lovitt. Jack is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lois (Hostetler). They were blessed with 5 children: Jimi (Linda)...

Nov 8, 2021

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Nov 1, 2021

Beverly Waechter Leader of South Bend passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, November 1, 2021. She was 86. Beverly was born to the late Herbert (Hep) and Augusta (Kronewitter) Waechter on January 28, 1935 in South Bend, Indiana. Beverly is survived by her husband of more than 60 years, John; 7 children: Ann (Mark) Haley, Susan (Rick)...

Oct 30, 2021

Barbara June Weeks passed away this past Saturday, October 30, 2021. She was 94. Barbara was born on June 19, 1927 in the home of her parents, the late Archibald and Myrta (Wolf) Coe in Grass Lake, Michigan. Barbara is survived by her children, Nancy (Steve) Huffman of Granger, IN, Cynthia (Richard) Mills of Duluth, GA, and Donald Weeks of...

Oct 26, 2021

MISHAWAKA — Sam Mirkin, beloved husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2021, at Healthwin Extended Care Facility. Born in South Bend, he met his wife Sherril at Indiana University at Bloomington. They raised their family in South Bend. Sam and Sherril were happily married for 64 years. Left to cherish his memory are two...

Oct 22, 2021

Mishawaka – Neva Marie Herrick Hargreaves, 96 years young, passed away on Friday Oct. 22, 2021 at the Center for Hospice in Mishawaka.She was born on July 19,1925 in Gunnison, Colorado to the late Melvin and Mary Herrick.Neva was a resident for many years in Niles, Michigan and South Bend, Indiana. She lived with her husband William Hargreaves and three...

Oct 22, 2021

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Oct 21, 2021

Patrick Stoler, long time resident of South Bend, IN, passed away unexpectedly on October 22, 2021 at the age of 53 in Buckeye, AZ. Pat is survived by his parents; William and Kathlyn Stoler; his children, Jordan (Emily) Stoler and Samuel Stoler; and his siblings, Chris (Sue) Stoler and Adam (Sarah) Stoler. Pat was born in 1968 in South...

Oct 20, 2021

Joyce Elaine Evans, 80, passed away on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. Joyce was born on August 18, 1941 to the late Dale and Annabell (McKesson) Kersey.Joyce is survived by sons, Allen and Devon Burger Jr.; daughter, Jody Evans; sister, Linda Pruitt; grandchildren: Shannon Burger, Clint Evans, Marshall Harlan, Christine and Ashley Porter; along with 5 great-grandchildren and several nieces and...

Oct 20, 2021

Melanie “Mel” Loretta Como was born on October 26, 1939 in Elkhart, Indiana to the late Ray and Gladys Cramer, earned her glittery wings at the age of 81, on October 20, 2021. She “Went Home” surrounded by family after a long illness. Melanie was raised in Elkhart IN and graduated from Elkhart High School in 1958. Melanie loved theater,...

Oct 18, 2021

Donna Marie Mason, 73, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021. She was born on February 23, 1948 in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late Lewis and Pauline (Armantrout) Hunt. Donna is survived by her sons, John (Erin) Mason and James (Tiffany Erhardt) Mason; grandson, Jakob; and sister, Marilyn (Len) Martynowicz. Preceding Donna in death was her beloved husband, John Mason...

Oct 18, 2021

Timothy “Tim” Farrar, 71, passed away October 18, 2021 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center surrounded by loved ones. Born June 27, 1950 in Kalamazoo, MI, Tim was the son of the late Myron and Rosemary (Collins) Farrar. His brother, Dennis Farrar, also preceded him in death. He is survived by his beloved children, Adam (Shauna) Farrar of Granger and...

Oct 15, 2021

South Bend- Charlotte J. Weiand, 88, passed away peacefully October 15, 2021.Born March 8, 1933 in Goodland, IN, she was the daughter of the late Gerald and Bernice (Hummer) Chapman. She was also preceded in death by two husbands, Jack L. Schultz and Kermit R. Weiand.Left to cherish her memory are four children and three grandsons, whom she loved dearly.Charlotte...

Oct 14, 2021

NOTRE DAME-Retired real estate broker and longtime engaged community member, Joyce Damron Kevorkian passed away at Center for Hospice in Mishawaka of congestive heart failure on October 14th. Joyce was born August 9, 1935, in Oak Park, Illinois to Raiman W. and Helen (McLean) Damron. As a child, Joyce loved to read–in the library by the fireplace during the winter...