Obituaries

South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries

Rick Barrett

Rick Barrett

Jul 15, 2019

Barrett, Rick, 72, of Granger , died Monday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations/ Gatherings , Granger

William Troup

William Troup

Jul 15, 2019

Troup, William, 62, of South Bend, died Monday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings , South Bend

John Charles “Chuck” Golba

John Charles “Chuck” Golba

Jul 13, 2019

John C. Golba, 87, passed away peacefully in his home July 13, 2019 surrounded by his family. Chuck was born on November 19, 1931 in Mishawaka, IN to the late Frank and Mary (Stoops) Golba. He was also preceded in death by a grandson, David Gray. As a Mishawaka native, Chuck attended Mishawaka High School where he graduated with the...

Robert Mitzman

Robert Mitzman

Jul 13, 2019

Mitzman, Robert, 86, of South Bend, died Saturday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings , South Bend

Douglas  Michael Peck

Douglas Michael Peck

Jul 12, 2019

Douglas Michael Peck, 34, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 12, 2019 at Elkhart General Hospital with his loving family by his side. Doug was born on July 4, 1985 in Aurora, IL to Richard and Diana Peck. Left to cherish Doug’s wonderful memory are his parents, Richard and Diana; brothers, Chad (Allyson), John (Maria); nephew, Collin; niece, Sophie; 8...

Chloe Rae Margaret Wiegand

Chloe Rae Margaret Wiegand

Jul 7, 2019

Chloe Rae Margaret Wiegand, also known as Coco and Margs, almost 19 months, tragically passed away while on a family vacation in Puerto Rico this past Sunday, July 7, 2019. Chloe was the beloved daughter of Alan Wiegand and Kimberly Schultz Wiegand. She was born December 13, 2017, in South Bend, Indiana weighing merely four pounds, six ounces and was...

Charles  R. Howland

Charles R. Howland

Jun 30, 2019

Charles Roberts Howland, 88, passed away June 30, 2019, surrounded by his loving family in his home in Granger, Indiana. Chuck was born July 28, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois. From the start he lived a truly remarkable life. His mother, Margaret Utley Howland, died while giving birth and his father, David Roy Howland, was left to raise him. He did...

Lori  Lynn Beaudoin

Lori Lynn Beaudoin

Jun 26, 2019

Lori Lynn Beaudoin, 56, passed away from an extended illness on June 26, 2019, with her loving family at her side. Lori was born in South Bend, IN, on August 16, 1962, to Walter John and Leona Kathleen (Garee) Bukrajewski.Lori is survived by her loving husband, Keith; sister, Tammy (Mark) Kucsera, both of South Bend; brother, Derek (Jenny) Bukrajewski of...

Lori Beaudoin

Lori Beaudoin

Jun 26, 2019

Beaudoin, Lori, 56, of South Bend, died Wednesday; McGann Hay Funerals/Cremations/Gatherings , South Bend

Shari Hahn

Shari Hahn

Jun 25, 2019

Shari Hahn, 58, passed away after a 4year battle with ovarian cancer on June 25, 2019. She was born in Elkhart, IN, on May 10, 1961, to the late Don Edward and Lorraine Margaret Wilson.Shari is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, James "Jamie" Alan Hahn; and her fur baby miniature schnauzer, Sami. Both reside in Granger.She graduated...

Terry  L. Lipsky

Terry L. Lipsky

Jun 24, 2019

Terry L. Lipsky, 64, passed away at his home on June 24, 2019, with his loving wife at his side. He was born on February 7, 1955, in Mishawaka, IN, to the late Felix and Eulalie (Shafer) Lipsky. Terry is survived by his wife, Tori (Wolford) of almost 27 years; sisters, Debbie (Rick) Gorbics, and Nancy (Ferenc) Sefcsik; their children,...

Lois Bird

Lois Bird

Jun 22, 2019

Lois Irene (Hagle) Bird, 80, entered into her eternal rest on Jun 22, 2019, at Healthwin Specialized Care in South Bend.Born in her grand-parents little farm house, she was welcomed by her loving parents Edward and Stella (Samuels) Hagle. Though an only child, she was surrounded by her large extended family. Every Sunday, the family gathered for dinner at the...

James  C. Purlee

James C. Purlee

Jun 22, 2019

Purlee, James C., 88, of Granger, died Saturday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings , Granger

Jack Katona

Jack Katona

Jun 19, 2019

GRANGER, IN – Jack Katona, 80, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, went home to be with the Lord, on Wednesday, June 19, 2019. Jack was born September 3, 1938, to the late Joseph E. Sr. and Esther Katona in South Bend. He is a graduate of Washington-Clay High School. Immediately following high school, he joined the Marine Corps where he...

Thomas  P. Muha

Thomas P. Muha

Jun 13, 2019

Muha, Thomas P., 65, of Elkhart, died Thursday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings

Theresa  Julia Brazinsky

Theresa Julia Brazinsky

Jun 13, 2019

Theresa Julia Brazinsky, 83, passed away at home with her children at her side on June 13, 2019. Theresa was born on November 8, 1935 in Chicago, IL, to the late Michael Maciejewski and Wanda (Radwanski) VanCamp.Theresa is survived by her six children: David (Heike) Brazinsky, Scott (Kari) Brazinsky, James Brazinsky, Paul (Cheryl) Brazinsky, Danielle (Mitch) Goss, and Mary Brazinsky;...

Bruce Topping

Bruce Topping

Jun 11, 2019

Topping, Bruce, 63, of South Bend, died Tuesday; McGann Hay Funeral Home , South Bend

Gail  Huddleston Dittrich

Gail Huddleston Dittrich

Jun 8, 2019

Gail Huddleston Dittrich, 80, passed away peacefully June 8, 2019. Born October 11, 1938 in Chesapeake, WV, she was the daughter of the late Haynes and Helen (Hope) Huddleston. On February 24, 1962, Gail married the love of her life, Patrick Edwin Dittrich who survives her. A son, Eric, preceded her in death. Also left to cherish her memory are...

Diane Fitrakis

Diane Fitrakis

Jun 8, 2019

Diane Fitrakis, 73, passed away June 8, 2019 at Memorial Hospital. Born February 6, 1946 in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Mayo and Charlotte (Fry) Curtis. On March 10, 1980, Diane married John Russell Fitrakis. He survives her. Also left to cherish her memory are her four children: Daniel Johnson of Sunnyvale, CA, Kristin Kroh of...

Carolyn Sue “Kyleen” Woodyard

Carolyn Sue “Kyleen” Woodyard

Jun 7, 2019

Carolyn Sue “Kyleen” Woodyard, 82, passed away unexpectedly, in a car accident, on Friday, June 7, 2019. Carolyn was born on February 2, 1937, in Beckley, WV, to the late Kyle Napoleon and Nora Ida (Sperrow) Fink. Her sister, Ana Mae Reid, also preceded her in death. On August 24, 1955, Kyleen married the love of her life, Walter “Randy”...