Obituaries
South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries
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
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
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
Jun 26, 2019
Beaudoin, Lori, 56, of South Bend, died Wednesday; McGann Hay Funerals/Cremations/Gatherings , South Bend
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
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
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
Jun 22, 2019
Purlee, James C., 88, of Granger, died Saturday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings , Granger
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
Jun 13, 2019
Muha, Thomas P., 65, of Elkhart, died Thursday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings
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
Jun 11, 2019
Topping, Bruce, 63, of South Bend, died Tuesday; McGann Hay Funeral Home , South Bend
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
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
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”...
Muriel S. Katz
Jun 5, 2019
Muriel S. Rubin Katz, 96, passed away peacefully June 5, 2019. Born October 1, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Pauline (Oppenheim) Cohen. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Art Rubin in 1980; second husband, Abe Katz in 2004; third husband, Aaron Katz; and his son, Steve Katz, both in 2012. Left...
Janet D. Gillis Radzikowski
Jun 1, 2019
SOUTH BEND — Janet Deanne (Gillis) Radzikowski, 51, passed away peacefully with her husband by her side on Saturday June 1, 2019.Janet was born to the late John Delbert Sr. and Penelope May (Roorda) Gillis on March 12, 1968, in South Bend, Indiana.Janet is survived by her husband, David Lee Radzikowski of South Bend. They were married for 22 years....
Gail Christine “Tina” Putman
May 31, 2019
Gail Christine “Tina” Putman, 71, a lifelong resident of Mishawaka, IN, passed way Friday, May 31, 2019, after a sudden illness. She was a graduate of Mishawaka High School, and a retired school bus driver for Elkhart Community Schools. An avid history buff and true patriot, she enjoyed visiting historically-significant places such as Washington DC and Gettysburg, PA, and watch...
Karen Marie Jacobs Taylor
May 31, 2019
Karen Marie Jacobs Taylor, 64, passed away unexpectedly, of natural causes, on May 31, 2019. Born January 21, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Dorothy (Eddy) Jacobs, and Step-Daughter of Donald “Gene” Ralstin. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Roger Jacobs; and step-sister, Judy Vavul. Left to cherish her memory are her children:...
Yvonne Reppert
May 30, 2019
Reppert, Yvonne , 80, of South Bend, died Thursday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings
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