Obituaries
South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries
Amethyst "Ami" Daumer
Jul 10, 2025
Amethyst “Ami” Daumer, 41, of South Bend, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly at home of natural causes on Thursday, July 10, 2025.
She was born on July 19, 1983, in Crown Point, Indiana to Bobbi Zee. Ami was known for her creativity, kindness, and the love she poured into everything she made. A dedicated crafter, she especially enjoyed diamond painting and cross-stitching....
Robert J. Simms, Sr.
Jul 6, 2025
Robert "Bob" John Simms, Sr., 83, passed away peacefully July 6, 2025, with his family by his side.
Born October 14, 1941 in Oak Park, IL, Bob was the son of the late William and Josephine (Collins) Simms. He was also preceded in death by his son, Walter Michael Simms and grandson, Nicholas Simms.
On November 3, 1962, Bob married the love...
Barbara Ann Claudon Green
Jul 4, 2025
Barbara Ann Claudon Green, 93, passed away in Manitowoc, Wisconsin on July 4, 2025 following a month-long illness. She was born on June 29, 1932 in Valparaiso, Indiana to Selma Stucky and Jesse David Claudon. She graduated with a business education degree in 1952 from Indiana University Bloomington, where she was a member of Pi Beta Phi. Barbara married her...
Loretta B. Frank
Jul 2, 2025
Loretta B. Frank, born June 26, 1944, passed away peacefully at home on July 2, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Loretta grew up in Indianapolis and graduated from North Central High School. On December 26, 1965, she married Robert L. Frank. They moved to South Bend, where Loretta worked as an assistant buyer for Robertson’s Department Store,...
Lisa A. Strong
Jun 30, 2025
Lisa A. (Comer) Strong, 48, of Cassopolis, MI, passed away unexpectedly, of natural causes on June 30, 2025 at home. She was born January 27, 1977, in South Bend, IN, to Dennis L. Comer and Diana L. (Goldsmith) Comer.
Lisa graduated from Edwardsburg High School, Class of 1995, and then went to Ferris State University to pursue a degree in nursing....
Steve Howard Muff
Jun 29, 2025
Steve Howard Muff, 75, of Niles, Michigan, passed away on June 29, 2025 at Memorial Hospital after a gallbladder surgery complication.
The world is a less happy place today without Steve's laugh and joyfulness that he shared with everyone.
Steve was born on November 28, 1949, in South Bend, Indiana, to Arden Muff and Evelyn (McBain) Haskins. Steve was a proud U.S....
Mitchell Edward Morris
Jun 28, 2025
Mitchell Edward Morris, 90, died on June 28, 2025, in Deerfield, Illinois.
Mitchell was born January 19, 1935, in New York City to Florence and Julius Morris, immigrants from Eastern Europe. The family relocated to South Bend, Indiana. Mitchell attended Riley High School and graduated from Wabash College in 1957. He began his career at Clark Equipment Company and proceeded to...
Ethel Mae Glueckert
Jun 26, 2025
Ethel Mae Glueckert, 95, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the Raclin House in Mishawaka, IN.
She was born April 9, 1930, in Berrien Springs, MI, to James and Addie (Jones) Hoover. Ethel worked as a communications clerk at Memorial Hospital in South Bend. She had a deep appreciation for antiques and took great joy in collecting and surrounding...
Donna Rae Weaver
Jun 26, 2025
Donna passed away peacefully at her care facility in Elkhart, IN on June 26th, 2025.
Donna was born in Laporte, IN on April 9, 1941. She was the daughter of Maxine L. Diamond (Knowlton) and Charles M. Diamond of South Bend. Donna was born at Laporte Hospital as her father was overseas during WWII and Laporte Hospital was the closet to...
David Brian Riggs
Jun 20, 2025
It is with joy and cherished memories that we celebrate the life of David Brian Riggs, affectionately known as "Hawkeye," who passed away on June 20, 2025. Born on September 7, 1955, in South Bend, Indiana, Dave graced this world with his kind spirit and outgoing personality that brought immeasurable happiness to all those fortunate enough to know him.
Dave was...
Joseph Martin Kruppa
Jun 10, 2025
It is with great sorrow that we are announcing the passing of Joseph Martin Kruppa on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, he was 87 years old.
He was the loving husband of 63 years to Shirley Kruppa; loving father to, Linda (Ken) Montgomery, Lisa (Derrick) Forchetti and David (Rachel) Kruppa. Joe was a beloved grandfather to ten beautiful grandchildren: Krystina (Chad) Van...
Sandra Ann Stouder-Balbo
Jun 3, 2025
Sandra Ann Stouder-Balbo, 73, went to her eternal rest on June 3, 2025, at her Granger home with her husband by her side. Sandra was born on April 28, 1952, in Elkhart, Indiana.
Sandra, known as Sandi to her many friends, had an active life. She was a business owner, avid golfer, animal lover, and Disney movie buff. In her youth,...
Joan Walker
May 23, 2025
Joan Walker, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, at the North Woods Village memory care facility in Mishawaka, Indiana. She was born on May 19, 1926, in Decatur, Illinois, and lived a life full of love, adventure, and family pride.
Joan dedicated her career to shaping young minds as a school teacher and later...
Dorothy Jean Ball
May 23, 2025
Dorothy Jean Ball, a beloved figure in her family and community, and a dedicated registered nurse, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, in Mishawaka, Indiana, at the age of 94. Born on January 3, 1931, in Michigan City, Indiana, to the late Albert and Anna Florence (Severin) Seedorf, Dorothy dedicated her life to her family and serving others, leaving...
Robert Paul Stopczynski
May 18, 2025
Robert Paul Stopczynski, “Dr. Bob”, was a beloved father, husband, brother, grandfather and cherished friend, passed away on May 18, 2025, after a courageous battle with Lewy body dementia. He was 74 years old, born August 13, 1950 to the late Alex and Mary Catherine Stopczynski of Granger, Indiana.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Gisela Stopczynski; and his...
Jane Gerarada Mann
May 9, 2025
Jane Gerarada Mann, maiden name Looby, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, culinary master, and benevolent caring soul who served God, passed away peacefully with family by her side on May 9th, 2025, in South Bend, Indiana, at the age of 61. Born on July 30th, 1963, in Evergreen Park, Illinois, Jane leaves behind a legacy that is filled with rich...
Elizabeth Ann Miller
May 8, 2025
Elizabeth Ann Miller, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, in Mishawaka, Indiana, at the age of 84. Born on July 10, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Whitford Julius and Evelyn Adeline (Heuchel) Kuhn, Elizabeth dedicated her life to caring for others as a Registered Nurse, embodying the values of...
David Charles Pozzi
May 8, 2025
David Charles Pozzi, 65, passed away at the Center for Hospice Care in Mishawaka, IN on Thursday, May 8, 2025.
His life began October 7, 1959, in Mishawaka, IN, the second of five children, to the late Robert and Jeanette Pozzi.
David is survived by his siblings: Barbara Pozzi of Mishawaka, Michael (Karen) Pozzi of Granger, Susan (John) Bonadies of Columbus, OH...
Stanley Louis Konopka
May 6, 2025
Stanley Louis Konopka, affectionately known as “Stan the Man” and “Mr. K” passed away peacefully at 82 on May 6, 2025.
Stan was the beloved husband to Carole; loving father to, Theresa Konopka, Jeffrey (Violetta) Konopka, Gina (Kevin) Tyburski, Michael Konopka and Jennifer (John) Killin; fond grandfather to, Holly (Cameron) Lagestee; brother to, Richard Konopka; adored uncle to many; and cat...
Kim Laurie Vrana
May 4, 2025
Corinthians 13:13 “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Kim Laurie Vrana announce her passing on May 4, 2025 at Beacon Memorial Hospital under the angel care of nurse Emily.
Kim was a life-long resident of South Bend, born on...
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