Sensei Richard Allen Hooven
Jul 20, 2026
Richard Allen "Rich" Hooven
Richard Allen "Rich" Hooven, affectionately and respectfully known throughout the martial arts community as "Sensei Hooven," passed away peacefully within the familiar comforts of his Elkhart home on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 10:33 p.m., following an extended illness. He was 76.
Born in South Bend on October 1, 1949, Rich was the son of the late Francis...
Linda L. Kelly
Jul 18, 2026
Ms. Linda Lou Kelly, 83, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully within the familiar comforts of her own home with her family at her side on Saturday, July 18, 2026, following an extended illness.
Born in Chicago, Illinois, on February 23, 1943, Linda was the daughter of the late MSG Roy C. Hanson, US Army and Grace Mary (Fairfield) Spencer. She lived...
Marietta Wilkerson
Jul 17, 2026
Marietta Wilkerson, “Mimi,” 96, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2026, at Hubbard Hill Estates Retirement Home. She was born on March 13, 1930, in Seymour, IN to the late John and Esther Marie (Lahne) Peters.
Marietta is also preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Donald “Don” Wilkerson; brother, Robert Peters; and sisters, Kay Skinner,...
Carolyn Lou Roll
Jul 12, 2026
Carolyn Lou Roll was born in Washington, Indiana, on August 22, 1934. to Arvil Everett Roll and Lula Jane Roll. She was the seventh of ten children. She had two children: Nancy Jane Selig, who passed away in 2023, and Daniel Joseph Lee, who resides in Elkhart, Indiana.
Carolyn attended Elkhart High in Elkhart, Indiana, and worked various retail sales jobs...
Ms. Jessie Jackson
Jul 11, 2026
Ms. Jessie Jackson, 79, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully following an illness at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Ft. Wayne on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
She was born in Elkhart on January 28, 1947 to the late John Ray and Jewel Jackson, her mother who still survives in town. She is also survived by her sisters Nancy and Marlette and her...
Ronald Eugene Allen
Jul 10, 2026
Ronald Eugene Allen, 89, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026 at his home.
Ronald was born in Elkhart, IN on August 7, 1936 to the late, Russel C. and Bertha M. (Adams) Allen. He married the love of his life, Rose Ann (Viers) Allen on February 5, 1956 in Elkhart, IN. She passed away on April 23, 2025.
He...
James A. McCavitt
Jul 9, 2026
James A. McCavitt, 62, of Elkhart, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Elkhart, IN on September 6, 1963. He is survived by his daughter, Kylyn (McCavitt) Stopper.
James was raised in South Haven, MI before returning to Elkhart County. He was a hard-working handy man who helped resale items after estate sales. James...
Chief Shaun D. Edgerton, EFD, Retired
Jul 9, 2026
Shaun D. Edgerton, age 64 of Elkhart, Indiana passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 9, 2026, following an extended illness. Shaun lived life on his own terms, and his passing was no exception. In accordance with his wishes, he spent his final hours in the familiar comfort of his Elkhart home surrounded by the people he cherished most.
Born in Elkhart,...
Ned A. Gruver
Jul 8, 2026
Ned A. Gruver, 81, of Elkhart, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at Greenleaf Health Campus. He was born on August 2, 1944, to the late Hugh and Inez (Bickle) Gruver.
Ned is survived by his wife of 56 years, Brenda E. Gruver; children, April (Jack) Blankenbaker, Scott (Jules) Gruver, and Kevin (Julie L.) Gruver; grandchildren, Courtney (Austin) and Brock;...
Mitzi Darlene Hardesty
Jul 7, 2026
Mitzi Darlene Hardesty, 64, of Middlebury, IN went Home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Mitzi will have a celebration of life service at a later date.
An obituary will be posted soon.
Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, IN 46514 is assisting the family.
Diana Lynn Malcom
Jul 6, 2026
Mrs. Diana Lynn Malcom, 79, of Elkhart, peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord while surrounded by the love of her family in the familiar comfort of her own home on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 8:58 a.m., following a lengthy illness that she faced with quiet strength, unwavering faith, and remarkable grace.
Born in Elkhart on April 22, 1947,...
Abundio Zagal Melgoza
Jul 5, 2026
Abundio Zagal Melgoza, 91, of Ekhart, IN, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Teloloapan, Guerrero, Mexico on July 27, 1934.
Mass will take place on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 1108 S Main St, Elkhart, IN 46516. Visitation will...
Frank E. Atkinson
Jul 2, 2026
Frank E. Atkinson, 96, of Elkhart, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026 at Center for Hospice Care in Elkhart.
Frank was born in Monroe, LA on May 5, 1930 to the late, Hubert and Vivian M. (Barnaby) Atkinson. He is preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy “Dot” Ann (Steffel) Atkinson on December 14, 2006.
He is also preceded in death...
Ferne M. Dansfield
Jun 30, 2026
Ferne M. Dansfield, 84, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at her home. She was born on March 8, 1942, in Chicago, IL to the late Elmer and Marion (Bauer) Slabbaert. Besides being a longtime Elkhart resident, she lived most of her life in St. Joseph, MI.
Ferne is survived by her loving husband, Ramon “Ray” Dansfield; children,...
Donald L. Fisk
Jun 29, 2026
Donald “Don” Leroy Fisk, 72, of Elkhart, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Don was born in Hillsdale, MI on August 1, 1953 to Ford Franklin Fisk and Olive Jean (Lehman) Fisk. He married the love of his life, Laura (Williams) Fisk on September 17, 1994 in Mishawaka, IN.
Don is survived by his wife of close to 32 years,...
Larry Fleischman
Jun 29, 2026
Ken "Larry" Fleischman, 76, of Elkhart, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026 at Elkhart General Hospital.
There will be no services for Larry. He will be cremated.
An obituary will be posted soon. Thank you!
Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, IN 46514 is assisting the family.
Lois Middleton-Curry
Jun 28, 2026
Ms. Lois Middleton Curry, 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at 9:35 a.m. at Evergreen Commons Nursing Center in East Greenbush, New York, following an extended illness. Earlier this year, Lois relocated to New York to be lovingly cared for by her niece, Wendy Barnett. As her health declined, she became a resident of Evergreen Commons, where...
Hazel A. Walters
Jun 27, 2026
In Loving Memory and Joyful Celebration of Life
Hazel Arnell Walters
January 25, 1940 – June 27, 2026
"Well done, good and faithful servant... Enter into the joy of your Lord." — Matthew 25:23
With grateful hearts and deep sadness, we celebrate the beautiful life of Hazel Arnell Walters, who peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June...
Robby Lynn Peters
Jun 25, 2026
Robby Lynn Peters, 55, of Elkhart, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at Elkhart General Hospital.
Robby was born on July 28, 1970 in South Bend Osteopathic Hospital to Stewart “Stu” Gene Peters and Theresa “Terri” Kay (Hawkins) Peters.
He is preceded in death by his father, Stewart G. Peters on May 3, 2020, and nephew Jaxcin E. Williams on...
Keven Scott Hollar
Jun 25, 2026
Mr. Keven Scott Hollar, 66, passed away peacefully in the comfort and familiarity of his own home on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 6:12 a.m. Although he faced health challenges for much of his life, Keven never allowed them to define him. Instead, he was known for his joyful spirit, kind heart, and genuine love for people. He lived a...
