Obituaries

South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries

John  A. Paulson

John A. Paulson

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)...

Dawn (Beals)  Wickersham

Dawn (Beals) Wickersham

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...

James  C. Shrack

James C. Shrack

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...

Corey Sheets

Corey Sheets

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...

William A. “Bill” King

William A. “Bill” King

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...

John Singleton

John Singleton

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...

Patricia  Elaine Mitchell

Patricia Elaine Mitchell

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...

Judith  “Judy” Koopman

Judith “Judy” Koopman

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...

Chester  Clark Gilmore

Chester Clark Gilmore

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,...

Georgia  S. Kourlas

Georgia S. Kourlas

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...

Donald  Sterling Mccarty,  Sr.

Donald Sterling Mccarty, Sr.

Oct 25, 2018

Don McCarty, Sr., 87, entered into eternal rest on October 25, 2018. Born July 15, 1931, he was the son of the late Louis and Georgia (Richmond) McCarty. His brother, John McCarty; and sister, Juanita Fisher, also preceded him in death. On August 1, 1949, Don married the love of his life, Jeanette Ruth Miltenberger. She survives him. To their...

Eleanor Lea Kaufman

Eleanor Lea Kaufman

Oct 22, 2018

SOUTH BEND — Eleanor Lea Kaufman, 82, passed away peacefully, Sunday, Oct. 22nd at Memorial Hospital. She was born to Harry Louis Kaufman and Philma (Goldfracht) Kaufman in Danbury, Connecticut, on February 28, 1936. Eleanor grew up in Brooklyn, New York and enjoyed a lively social life there. She worked as a dental assistant and...

Norma  Jean Fokey

Norma Jean Fokey

Oct 21, 2018

VANDALIA, MI — Norma Jean (Culp) Fokey, 90, passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning at her home. She was born to the late Marvin and Vera Culp July 4th 1928 in South Bend, IN. On April 12, 1947 in South Bend she married the love of her life Louis James Fokey. He passed away on September 14, 1987. Norma is survived...

Debra  A. Rocha

Debra A. Rocha

Oct 19, 2018

Rocha, Debra A., 62, of South Bend, died Friday; McGann Hay, Morning Star Funerals & Cremations , South Bend

Billie Jean Young

Billie Jean Young

Oct 18, 2018

Billie Jean Young, a longtime resident of Lakeville, IN, passed away October 18, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer. Billie was born December 15, 1954 in Plymouth, Indiana. Left to cherish her memory are two sons, Jason (Karen Rife) Peters of South Bend and Aaron Peters of LaPaz; one granddaughter, Morgan Peters; and two great-grandchildren: Layla Aviles and...

David Arnold

David Arnold

Oct 15, 2018

SOUTH BEND-David Lee Arnold, 50, passed away unexpectedly at work on October 15, 2018, of natural causes.Born November 30, 1967, David was the son of the late Gerald Guy and Margaret (Grimm) Arnold. His brother, Rick Arnold, also preceded him in death.On December 26, 2015, after a long courtship, David married his best friend, Holly Ann Vanderstraaten, who survives him....

Harvey  W. Bane

Harvey W. Bane

Oct 15, 2018

Mishawaka-Harvey William Bane, 75, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loving family, on October 15, 2018.He was born May 27, 1943 to the late Bennie and Charlotte (Russell) Bane.On July 25, 1986, Harvey married the love of his life, Angelina T. Hernandez. She survives him. Also left to cherish his memory are six children: Jessica (Joseph, Sr.)...

Vicki  Suzan Cook

Vicki Suzan Cook

Oct 13, 2018

MISHAWAKA-Vicki Suzan (Lees) Cook, 63, passed away at Center for Hospice Care in Elkhart, on October 13. She was born September 28, 1955 in South Bend, Indiana, to Hugh and Beverly (Bradfield) Lees.Vicki is survived by her 2 sons: Michael (Stacy) Cook of Indiana and Robert (Julie) Cook of Alabama; 3 grandchildren: Mitchell, Katelynn, and Steven, who were the light...

Beverly Mackey

Beverly Mackey

Oct 11, 2018

Mackey, Beverly , 78, of South Bend, formerly of TX, died Thursday; McGann Hay Funerals / Cremations / Gatherings

Beverly  Anne Mackey

Beverly Anne Mackey

Oct 11, 2018

Beverly Anne Mackey, 78, of Farmers Branch, TX, passed away peacefully in South Bend October 11, 2018. Born in Dallas, TX on March 9, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Winfield and Opal (Veldman) Scott. On June 20, 1957, Beverly married the love of her life, Charles Brice Mackey. He preceded her in death. Her twin brothers, Winfield...