South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries

Sep 6, 2019

Paul A. Robinson, 84, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2019 surrounded by his family. Paul was born January 24, 1935 in Mishawaka, IN, to the late Julius A. and Verna (Melser) Robinson. Paul is survived by his wife of 30 years, Norma Jean; sons: Martin Robinson, Paul (Anne) Robinson, and Craig Robinson; 4 step-children: Rick (Leann) Huff, Dave Huff,...

Sep 4, 2019

Kurt Frederick O’Parker, 67, passed away on September 4, 2019. He was born on May 9, 1952 in Detroit, MI, to the late Earl and Helen (Lepkowski) O’Parker. Kurt was a member of the track team at Riley High School, where he graduated from in 1970. He also attended IU, and Ivy Tech Colleges. As a youngster, Kurt was a...

Sep 3, 2019

Mary Cate O’Rear, 29, formerly of Granger, IN, unexpectedly left this earth September 3, 2019. Born December 5, 1989, she was the daughter of Kevin Doyle and Mariana “Missy” (Hussey) O’Rear. They survive her. Also left to cherish her memory are her five siblings: Patrick (Jamie) of Chicago, and Connor (Andrea), Margaret, Bridget and Michael O’Rear, all of Granger; grandparents,...

Aug 31, 2019

South Bend, IN- Cliff Binder 67, ended his long disability and was taken by Jesus on August 31, 2019. He was born on April 26, 1952 in South Bend, to Joseph and Carolyne (Stephenson) Binder, who preceded him in death. Cliff is survived by his wife, Joyce Binder; his children, with Nancy Binder: CJ (Monica) Binder, of Yuma, AZ, Lisa...

Aug 28, 2019

Larry Shute, 63, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2019, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born February 7, 1956, he was the son of the late Gladys Evelyn (Hilton) and Charles Leroy Shute, Jr. On June 18, 1983, Larry married the love of his life, Diane L. Flint. They were blessed with 2 children: his “favorite” son, Charles...

Aug 28, 2019

GRANGER– Susan M. King, 64, passed away unexpectedly on August 28, 2019.Born July 26, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Earl Rosenfeldt and Geraldine (Adelman) Galler.Left to cherish her memory are two daughters, Sarah (Steve) Lotter of Granger and Valerie (Ben) Silver of South Bend; four grandchildren: Nona Lotter, Ella Silver, Morrie Lotter and Harry Silver; and sister,...

Aug 24, 2019

South Bend-Roland F. Hardy, 73, passed away August 24, 2019 surrounded by his Wife and Family, after a courageous fight with cancer.Born December 31, 1945, he was the son of the late Roland and Florence (Glover) Hardy. His sister, Jeanette Hardy, also preceded him in death.On November 15, 1997, Roland married the love of his life, Deborah Jean Haas. She...

Aug 21, 2019

Ellen Louise (Pennycuff) Berkey, 86, went to be with our Lord on August 21, 2019. Ellen was one of 6 children born to the late Walter and Thelma (Weaver) Pennycuff, on January 11, 1933. Ellen is survived by her daughters, Fonda (Mike) Ford, Melody (Tom) VanZant, and Thelma (Brian) Schrader; and son, Trev Berkey; 12 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. Preceding...

Aug 20, 2019

Eli Isaac Berry, 35, passed away unexpectedly at his home on August 20, 2019. He was born in Ft. Campbell, TN, to Terry and Leanna Berry on May 11, 1984. Eli was a devoted father and husband. He had a great personality, was quick witted, and enjoyed playing pranks. He loved camping, being outside, and staying active with his family....

Aug 18, 2019

Alan P. Paul, 64, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2019. He was born on Christmas Eve 1954, in South Bend, to the late Bob Sr. and Nina Edna (Berkley) Paul. Surviving Alan are his wife, Patricia Ann (Kolar) Paul; children: Alan Paul Jr., Christina Paul (David), and Andrew Paul; step-son, Sean Ransome; siblings: Yvonne Freel, Sherry Duty, Bob Jr. (Tina)...

Aug 17, 2019

Leach, Jeanne, 95, of Stevensville MI, died Saturday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings

Aug 17, 2019

SOUTH BEND-Roxie M. Cox, 77, passed away peacefully August 17, 2019 after an extended illness.Born May 4, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Verdenia Holley.Left to cherish her memory are three children: Roxanne (Tony) Molica of Niles, MI, Larry Miner, Jr. of South Bend, and Phillip Miner of Granger; five grandchildren, Natasha Peters, Kyle and Amber...

Aug 13, 2019

Schieber, Mary, 82, of Jones, MI, died Tuesday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings

Aug 11, 2019

Chicago, formerly of South Bend-Helene Herson, 98, passed away peacefully August 11, 2019.She was born September 18, 1920 in Paris, France, to the late Charles and Estelle (Poznansky)) Caplan. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Julian Herson in 2001.Left to cherish her memory are two sons, Mark Friedman of Kingston, NY and Lance Friedman of Chicago, IL.Helene...

Aug 8, 2019

Rachael Ann Bodnar, 26, passed away with loved ones near her, on August 8, 2019, after a courageous battle with a rare form of leukemia. Born April 29, 1993, she was the daughter of David Bodnar and Theresa (Pola) Bodnar. Left to cherish her memory are: her parents, Theresa of South Bend and David of Tinley Park, IL; her 15-month...

Aug 3, 2019

Carol June Creasser, was born October 7, 1946, to the late Margaret E. and Frank Schilling. She passed away after a brief illness, at the age of 72, on Saturday, August 3, 2019, in South Bend, IN. Carol June was the loving wife of Dr. Charles W. Creasser for over 50 years. They were lifelong partners in everything they did,...

Aug 3, 2019

Aug 1, 2019

A Mass of Christian burial for Alex, will be held at St. Pius X, Granger, at 10:30 am., on Wed., Aug. 7, with visitation at 9:30 am. Burial will immediately follow.

Jul 28, 2019

Margaret Ann Robinson, 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, July 28, 2019. Margaret was born in Omaha, Nebraska on July 24, 1928, to the late Frank and Anna (Bosanek) Cherek. Maggie, as her friends and family knew her, is survived by her 4 children, James E. (Edie) Robinson III, Katherine Robinson, Steve (Randi) Robinson, and...

Jul 20, 2019

Burnett, Kevin , 67, of Mishawaka , died Saturday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations/ Gatherings