South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries

Dec 12, 2018

South Bend — Arlene Schulman, 82, passed away unexpectedly after complications during heart surgery on Monday, in Indianapolis, IN. Arlene was born in the Bronx, NY to Louis and Sophie Kalish on Aug. 9, 1936. Mrs. Schulman was blessed with 2 children, a son, Lloyd Schulman of Granger, IN , and daughter; Stephanie Schulman of Miami, FL. She was also...

Dec 12, 2018

James Carl Boland was born on Oct. 5, 1972. Growing up in Battle Creek, Michigan, Jamie was a natural athlete. He played floor hockey, football, baseball, and basketball. He graduated from Lakeview High School in 1991. He spent the last twenty years working for Farmers Insurance as a claims adjuster. His incredible work ethic inspired those around him. Jamie had...

Dec 8, 2018

Lola Belle Buzzard, 87, passed into the arms of her Savior on December 8, 2018. She was born in Shelby, Indiana on January 9, 1931. She was preceded in death by her mother, Emma (Latta) VanClake; brothers, Raymond, James, and John VanClake; sister, Agatha Walker; and her granddaughter, Christy Apple. Lola married the love of her life, Vernon R. Buzzard....

Dec 7, 2018

NILES — William “Bill” Bottoms, 77, passed away at his home with his family by his side, Friday at12:15am from a stroke he suffered earlier in the week. He was born Aug. 18, 1941 to the late Calhoun “Hoss” and Evelyn (Cunningham) Bottoms in McMinnville, TN. Bill married Judith Ann Matson in 1965, she survives. He was blessed with four...

Dec 5, 2018

Nov. 9, 1924 – Dec. 5, 2018 GRANGER, IN – Marjorie M. Smith, 94, passed away peacefully December 5, 2018. She was born in South Bend, Nov. 9, 1924, to Adolph and Mary (Blankert) Dutrieux. Her loving husband of 73 years, William, survives along with their daughter, Marlene (Michael) Tom; son, Wayne (Jeri) Smith; 2 granddaughters, Marla Smith and Raquel...

Dec 3, 2018

Dorothy Harvey Gerkey, 94, passed away peacefully December 3, 2018. Born May 12, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Eliza (Sweetapple) and William Pike of St John’s Newfoundland, Canada. On July 31, 1948, Dorothy married the love of her life, Jancy Gerkey. He preceded her in death April 22, 1992. Also preceded her in death on July 16,...

Nov 30, 2018

EDWARDSBURG – Mrs. Carol Sue “Suzie” Thomas, 66, passed away peacefully at home with family surrounding her on Friday at 12:58am. Suzie was born in Elkhart, IN to the late Charles Brooks Hardyman and Patricia Ann (Cox) Hardyman Bradock. She was married to Lawrence Micheal “Larry” Thomas on December 5th, 1969. They were married 49 years but together 53 years...

Nov 29, 2018

Goshen — Pauline Parkes, 100, passed away peacefully where she was living at Courtyard Healthcare Center, Goshen, IN on November 29, 2018 at 6:50pm just three days before her 101st birthday.Pauline was born to Morris and Lillian (Cohen) Fireman on December 3, 1917 in Philadelphia, PA. Her husband, Jacob "Jack" Parkes, preceded her in death in 1980.Pauline rose through the...

Nov 27, 2018

Nov 25, 2018

MISHAWAKA — Gregory (Greg) Michael Spurgeon Sr., age 54, of Mishawaka, Indiana, died peacefully Sunday evening, November 25, 2018 in the loving arms of his wife and daughter at home.

Nov 16, 2018

SOUTH BEND — John Arthur Paulson passed into Gods loving arms on 11/16/2018 at the South Bend Center for Hospice Care after living at the Sanctuary at St Paul’s for the past nine years. Born in South Bend Indiana to Daniel O. and Rowena (Stull) Paulson, John’s parents preceded him in death as did his sisters: Rowena Paulson, Helen (Ken)...

Nov 14, 2018

Dawn, age 64, passed away on Tuesday November 14th, 2018, after a long courageous battle, with her family by her side. She born on Sept. 13th, 1954 in Lansing, Michigan to the late Jack & Ruth Speight (Coyer) whom proceeded her in death.She leaves behind 3 siblings, Doug(Jane) Kathy and Karen(Scott)5 children, Tina(Patrick) Hannah(Rob) Tj Luke(Kristen) Dan(Kathy) and her grandchildren...

Nov 11, 2018

James Charles Shrack, 68, passed away peacefully at home, with his loving family by his side, on November 11, 2018. James was born August 19, 1950 in Covington, KY to the late Franklin Woodrow and Marilynn Francis (Gustin) Shrack. On May 14, 1977, Jim married the love of his life, Jeanine Marie Kramer. They were blessed with 9 children: Shea...

Nov 9, 2018

Corey Sheets, 46, closed this earthly scene on Friday, Nov. 9, at his home in Mishawaka. He was born to Pam Sheets on April 28, 1972.His mother, Pam, beloved son, Corey Jr., and a daughter survive.Corey also leaves behind his dog, Cali, and a host of extended family and friends who loved him dearly.Corey attended Mishawaka High School. He has...

Nov 6, 2018

William A. King, 90, who until recently lived at Birch Lake, Vandalia, Michigan, died of natural causes on Tuesday, November 6th, 2018, at Primrose Retirement Community, Mishawaka, Indiana.Bill was predeceased by his wife, Leila B. King, who died on March 8th, 2017. He is survived by: Karen (Suzy) King, daughter, and Robert (Bob) King, son, Leslie S. King, daughter-in-law, and...

Nov 4, 2018

Orville “John” Singleton, 91, passed away November 4, 2018 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. John was born August 29, 1927 in South Bend to the late William and Loverty (Rohr) Singleton. On August 7, 1948, John married the love of his life, Louise Hoyt. She preceded him in death. To their union they were blessed with six children: Linda...

Nov 3, 2018

Patricia Elaine Mitchell, 79 of South Bend, Indiana, formerly Patricia Elaine Green of Newburyport, MA, was called home to her heavenly father on Saturday, November 3rd, 2018. She was born to the late Theresa B. Green and Harold Everett Green on Valentines Day 1939. She was a wife to her late husband, John J. Mitchell of Ipswich, MA."Patsy," as she...

Oct 30, 2018

Judy Koopman, age 69, of Cassopolis, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2018 at Elkhart General Hospital of a sudden illness. She was born in Vecses, Hungary to Zolton and Ilona (Vas) Tiser, Sr. on August 26, 1949. She was preceded in death by her father.Judy is survived by her mother, Ilona, of Cassopolis; one son: Ronald (Tammy) Beckwith of...

Oct 30, 2018

Chester Clark Gilmore, Jr., 58, reunited with his wife, Arletha, on Tuesday, Oct. 30th. He was born in South Bend on March 26, 1960 to Chester Gilmore Sr. and Effie (Williams) Rodgers. Chester celebrated 37 wonderful years with the love of his life, Arletha Lee, before she preceded him in death May 3, 2017. His father, Chester Gilmore, Sr.; son,...

Oct 30, 2018

Georgia, 76, passed away peacefully Tuesday. She was born September 13th 1942 in Filisi Greece, to the late Tim and Penny Karamicas.Left to cherish her memory are: son, Perry Kourlas; husband, Sotirios Kourlas; granddaughter, Krystal Kourlas; daughter-in-law, Karla Kourlas; sister, Bess Colias; and brothers, John Karamicas and Tzanetos Karamicas.Georgia spent many years enjoying her employment at Dainty Maid Bakery, Country...