South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries

Nov 10, 2017

David John Karpinski, 76, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones after an extended illness. Dave was born to John Frank Karpinski, and Victoria Doris Szymczak on January 19, 1941 in Toledo Ohio. He married the love of his life Patricia Ann (Besase-Tarsha-Green) Karpinski on November 23, 1968 in Toledo, Ohio. He was a loving husband, dad,...

Nov 10, 2017

Ernest "Ernie" Zeller , 83, passed away, unexpectedly, November 10, 2017 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his family. Ernie was born in Germany on March 13, 1934, to Johann and Martha Zeller. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Quido Zeller, his sister, Hilma Michael and his brother in law, Werner...

Nov 9, 2017

Sharon Lee York, (a.k.a Mrs. Radzikowski), 73, of South Bend, Indiana entered into heaven on November 9th, 2017 in South Bend, Indiana after a courageous battle with cancer. There will be a Celebration of Life Service, Saturday, November 18th at noon, visitation with the family will begin at 11:30am at First United Methodist Church, 201 East 3rd Street, Mishawaka, Indiana....

Nov 7, 2017

Dr.Ronald Eugene Grow, DO, 90, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Ron was born on November 1, 1927 in Queen City, Missouri to Jenny Grow and Dr. Donald H. Grow. The family moved to Beloit, Wisconsin in 1934. Ronald graduated from Whitewater College in Whitewater, Wisconsin.
He married Bonnie Marie Traxler of Whitewater in 1948 and...

Nov 5, 2017

An obituary is not available at this time for James E. Kalka, Sr.. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nov 4, 2017

Eva M. Rice, age 91, of South Bend, IN and Destin, FL passed away peacefully on Saturday evening at Center for Hospice Care, South Bend, IN with family members present. She was born April 20, 1926 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to the late Milford Youngs and Esther Youngs. Eva was one of four siblings including her much loved surviving sisters...

Nov 3, 2017

Taulbee, David R, 56, of Rochester, died Wednesday; McGann Hay's American Cremation Society, South Bend.To send condolences to the family, please visit: www.McGannHay.com

Nov 3, 2017

NILES–Marylyn Elizabeth (Wensloff) Barrett, 86, passed away peacefully in her home Friday, November 3rd at 6:35am. She was married on February 17, 1950 in Hastings, MI to the love of her life Edward L. Barrett who survives of Niles. Also left to cherish her memory are three loving children, two sons: Steven L. (Sherry) Barrett of Port Saint Lucie, FL,...

Oct 29, 2017

Gertrude "Gert" Zavatsky 92, passed away peacefully Sunday evening at Eastlake Nursing Home, Elkhart. Gert was born March 29, 1925 in South Bend to the late Ben and Anna (Hoffman) Kornfeld. On January 17, 1943 she married the love of her life, Harry Zavatsky, who passed away on January 6, 2016. Gert graduated from South Bend Central High School. She...

Oct 29, 2017

Ernestine "Kelley" (Denby) Kelsey, 88, of South Bend, IN, died on October 29, 2017, in her home. She is survived by her daughter, Sharmon Michele Riske; four granddaughters; a great-granddaughter; and two great-grandsons, all of Michigan. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sydney Kelsey. Kelley was an early advocate of environmentalism and recycling; and had been, for many...

Oct 28, 2017

Robert (Boghdan) Momotiuk of Mishawaka died Saturday October 28, 2017 surrounded by the love of his family. He departed this world leaving the gift of pure and everlasting love. His strength and perseverance through death brought peace to him and his family.Robert had a passion for life, and taught his children to be true to themselves, live life to the...

Oct 28, 2017

SOUTH BEND-Eileen Yvonne Slein, 87, passed away on October 28, 2017. Her Life ended in the same manner in which she lived, with quiet dignity, grace and few complaints. Eileen was her families’ North Star providing an ultimate source of guidance and advice. She was born April 20, 1930 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Robert and Mildred (Rosenberg) Gross....

Oct 27, 2017

Michael Ball passed away October 27, 2017. He was born to Linda Ball. He was part of the LOGAN PSB family and a dear friend to many at LOGAN and Benchmark. We’ll miss his kind gentle spirit, and contagious smile. Memorial services will be held at a later date.To send condolences to the family, please visit: www.McGannHay.com

Oct 27, 2017

Dorothy Helen Fancher, 90, of Edwardsburg, Michigan, passed away on October 27, 2017 surrounded by love. Helen was born on June 18, 1927 to Wayne and Dorothy (Kelligar) Logue in Pana, Illinois. She grew up in a large family that she dearly loved. Helen worked for the Illinois Central Railroad, where she met the love of her life. On April...

Oct 26, 2017

Donald "Donny" Fred Daly, 65, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. Don was born on March 2nd, 1952 in Mishawaka, Indiana to Richard and Norma (Vanator) Daly. His father and sister, Shirley Jay, predeceased him. On September 15, 1984 in Mishawaka he married the love of his life, the former Charmayne...

Oct 17, 2017

Dale Francis Fancher Sr., 90, of Edwardsburg, Michigan passed away surrounded by love on October 17, 2017. Dale was born on March 25, 1927 to John and Sarah (Lake) Fancher in Gilman, Illinois. He grew up in a loving home with his parents; brothers, Bill and Charlie; sisters, Mary, Ellen and Joyce; his nephew, Jackie Ray; and niece, Sarah (Janie)...

Oct 13, 2017

Hardesty, Michele S., 59, of Mishawaka, died Friday; McGann Hay Morning Star Funerals & Cremations , South BendTo send condolences to the family please visit: www.McGannHay.com

Oct 13, 2017

Oct 7, 2017

Margaret Mary "Peggy" Swain, 90, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 7, 2017 at Sanctuary at Holy Cross, South Bend, IN, where she had been a resident. She was born on May 18, 1927 in South Bend, IN. to Clement and Katherine Cressy. Peggy was married to Paul Swain from 1950 until his passing in 1980. They had four children, Patrick,...

Oct 6, 2017

Mildred (Flynn) Powell passed away peacefully October 6, 2017. She was born to Walter and Katherine (Kirby) Flynn in Slater, Missouri. She attended local schools and the University of Missouri at Columbia, Missouri, where she obtained a B.S. in Public Administration. It was also at the University that she met a fellow student Vivian Powell, who was to become her...