Obituaries
South Bend and Granger, IN Obituaries
Susan "Suzi" Tankersley
Mar 25, 2026
Susan Jean Veris Tankersley, 80, of Cassopolis, MI, passed away peacefully with her husband by her side on March 25, 2026.
Suzi was born January 26, 1945 in Bremerton, Washington to the late George and Hazel Jean (Topping) Veris. On August 20, 1972, she married the love of her life, Stephen Tankersley, DDS. who survives her.
She and Steve were blessed with...
Darlene Ann Cain
Mar 22, 2026
Darlene A. Cain, 88 years old, passed away on March 24, 2026, in Edwardsburg, MI.
Darlene was born on July 7, 1937, in South Bend, IN to Chester and Helen (Grzeszczyk) Deranek. She was a devoted wife for 37 years to Harvey Dean Cain before his passing on January 6, 2006. Darlene was preceded in death by her brothers, Leonard Deranek...
John T. Trant
Mar 21, 2026
John “Jack” Trant, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and devout Catholic, passed away peacefully on March 21 at the age of 87 in Mishawaka, Indiana.
Born on November 9, 1938, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Jack lived a life dedicated to his faith and his family.
Jack attended Central High School in Pittsburgh, graduating in 1956, and played for the well-known Morningside Bulldog...
James "Jim" Bussell
Mar 20, 2026
James "Jim" Bussell, 81, of South Bend, Indiana passed away on March 20, 2026. Jim was born on March 16, 2026 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to the late Merle and Ethel (Fritz) Bussell.
Despite the challenges of being born with cerebral palsy, Jim taught everyone around him the true meaning of kindness and always enjoyed having conversations with everyone he came in...
Thomas Rudasics
Mar 19, 2026
Thomas J. Rudascis, 78, set sail on his final voyage on March 19, 2026 in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Tom was born on June 27, 1947, in South Bend, Indiana to James and Betty (Lynn) Rudasics.
Tom graduated from South Bend Clay High School and Colorado State University. He had a successful career as a manager and executive in manufacturing.
Tom...
Beverly Plummer
Mar 12, 2026
Beverly Plummer, 78, of Walkerton, Indiana passed away on March 12, 2026 at IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Beverly was born in Providence, Rhode Island on July 27, 1947 and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Doris (Hudson) Haggerty. Beverly was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.
Beverly was blessed with a second chance at love and...
William Noel Farabaugh
Mar 11, 2026
William Noel Farabaugh
(1929–2026)
William Noel Farabaugh, 96, of South Bend, Indiana, passed away peacefully with his children by his side on March 11, 2026.
Bill lived a life defined by curiosity, service, and deep devotion to family. A veteran, attorney, sailor, historian, and civic leader, he was known to those who knew him best for his kindness, patience, and quiet confidence...
Harley Delos Reeder
Mar 9, 2026
Harley Delos Reeder, a lifelong resident of South Bend, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, at the age of 97.
Harley was born on August 17, 1928, to Alvin and Tressie Reeder. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Max Reeder.
A proud graduate of South Bend Central High School’s Class of 1946, Harley went on to...
Dolores Kelver
Feb 22, 2026
Dolores Janet “Tootsie” Kelver, died peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, February 22nd. She was 90.
Dolores lived in South Bend her entire life. Born June 9th, 1935, she was shaped by a challenging childhood. She would one day provide something very different for her own children.
She graduated from South Bend Central High School, where she was a member of the...
Rosemary Ellen Crowe
Feb 20, 2026
Rosemary E. Crowe
August 7, 1930 – February 20, 2026
Rosemary E. Crowe passed away on Friday, February 20th with her family by her side. Rosemary was born in Mattoon, Illinois, on August 7, 1930, to the late Frank Fuesting, Sr. and Mary (Link) Fuesting in Mattoon, Illinois. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Frank (Bud) Fuesting, Jr. and Edward...
Gary Kuchler
Feb 20, 2026
Gary lost his courageous battle to cancer on…2/20/26
Born: 11/29/1947 to Irene (Patejdl Austin) and Charles Kuchler of Bridgman Michigan.
Born at Mercy Hospital in Benton Harbor, Michigan
Attended Three Oaks High School.
Graduated from Greer Technical School in Chicago, Ill where he received a degree in Automobile Body Work
Career: Body and Fender work
Raised in Lakeside Michigan by his mother, Irene (Patejdl) Austin and...
Earl "Tom" Hibbs
Feb 16, 2026
Earl “Tom” Hibbs (1939-2026) passed on Monday Feb 16th, 2026, at Healthwin at the age of 86. He is survived by his Wife (Carol Shumaker), his 3 sons (Scott, Keith, Brian), his 2 granddaughters (Jordan, Isabella), and his great-granddaughter (Tyler). Tom as he liked to be known, was born in Eldorado, Illinois on June 27th, 1939, to Mary Helen Hibbs...
William Cleary
Feb 10, 2026
William Cleary, 88, passed away on February 10, 2026, at Providence Home By Fir, surrounded by family, after struggling with a brief illness. He was born on January 30, 1938, in South Bend to Wilbur Mallory and Mary Kathleen (Acor) Cleary.
On November 21, 1959, in Granger, he married Mary Christian; she survives along with their 3 children: Mary (Roger) Carville...
Mary Margaret Means
Feb 9, 2026
Mary Margaret Means, 79, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on August 4, 1946, in South Bend, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Hazel (Berg) Dhaene. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Dhaene.
On February 24, 1996, Mary married Harold Means, who survives her. She...
Randolph Dean Hoffman
Feb 2, 2026
Mr. Randolph Dean Hoffman, passed away February 2nd at 12:24pm in Mishawaka, IN.
A Catholic Service will be celebrated on Thursday Feb. 5th at 12:30PM in St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, with Fr. Julius Okojie, Pastor, officiating. There will be a visitation two hours prior to the Mass, 10:30AM -12:30PM, also in the church, 54191 N. Ironwood, South Bend.
Randy was...
James "Jim" Wagner
Feb 2, 2026
James Michael Wagner passed away on February 2, 2026, at Hospice House, surrounded by his children. Jim was born on April 6, 1952. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norma Jean (Rinker) Wagner and Robert D. Wagner; his grandparents, Jesse Overholser and Arthur Rinker; and many aunts and uncles.
Jim is survived by his brothers, Chris (Marcia) Wagner of...
Tracey Patterson
Jan 29, 2026
Tracey Patterson, 62, of Mishawaka, IN unexpectedly passed away at her home on Thursday, January 29th, 2026. She was born on August 8th, 1963 in Stony Brook, NY.
Tracey grew up in rural Vermont with three brothers and one sister, and later in life moved to Mishawaka, IN.Tracey lived her life as an example of how love should be shown. She...
Priti Jairam
Jan 21, 2026
Priti Jairam, 48, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.Priti was born on February 9, 1977 in Surat, India to Pravin and Rekha Patel, her lifelong mentors and greatest sources of strength. She later moved to South Bend to begin her adult life and career, though she deeply cherished every opportunity to return to India...
Barry Schiff
Jan 18, 2026
Barry Charles Schiff passed away on Jan. 18, 2026, at the age of 73.
He was born in South Bend, IN, to Philip and Charlotte Schiff on May 23, 1952. On Sept. 3, 2005, in South Bend, he married Cathy Nafe. He was predeceased by his parents and step-mother, Beverly Schiff.
He is survived by his beautiful wife and partner, Cathy. Also...
Charles "Chuck" Albaugh
Jan 16, 2026
Charles Willard Albaugh Sr., 70, of Edwardsburg, MI, passed away on January 16, 2026, at home with his family and dog, Amber.
Born on October 12, 1955, in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, he grew up in South Bend, IN, and graduated from Jackson High School in 1973. As a member of UAW Local 5, he worked as a painter at AM General...
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