Obituaries

Elkhart, Indiana Obituaries

Katherine C. Villalobos Gonzalez

Katherine C. Villalobos Gonzalez

Oct 20, 2026

Katherine Chiquinquira Villalobos Gonzalez de Alizo, 36, of Elkhart, was called to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at her residence. She was born on September 29, 1990, in Maracaibo, Zulia, Venezuela to the late Jhonny Enrique Villalobos Montiel and Magally Del Carmen Gonzalez Moran, who survives her.

Katherine is also survived by her loving husband, Victor Alizo...

Lisa Kauble

Lisa Kauble

Oct 18, 2026

Lisa Kauble, 60, of Granger, IN, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, after a brief stay at Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness in South Bend.

Lisa was born on February 14, 1966 in Kokomo, IN, to the late Richard and Marilyn (Mitzelfelt) Ault.

She is survived by her daughters, Ashley Kauble and Kristin (Justin) Garner; her grandchildren, Braden, Colton, Emerson, and...

Robert E. McMannis

Robert E. McMannis

Oct 18, 2026

Robert E. McMannis, 89, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Brickyard Healthcare in Elkhart. He was born in Elkhart, IN on November 21, 1936, to the late Percy and Geraldine (Reed) McMannis.

Robert is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Barbara McMannis; children, Carol Cowen of Indiana, Geroge Hanson of Michigan, Barbara Hagy of Indiana,...

Alan S. Wenzel

Alan S. Wenzel

Oct 15, 2026

Alan S. Wenzel, 48, of Elkhart, passed away after a courageous battle with Cancer on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Raclin House, Center for Hospice Care. He was born in South Bend, IN on August 8, 1978, to Steve and Suzanne (Kitkowski) Wenzel, who survive him.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. with...

Michael James Baker

Michael James Baker

Oct 13, 2026

Michael James Baker, 72, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in the presence of his wife, Sandy.

Michael was born on March 17, 1954, in New Paris, Indiana, to James Leroy Coy and Nancy Baker. He married the love of his life, Sandy Lou Tirschek-Baker, on August 11, 1984, at Trinity on Jackson Church.

Mike is survived by his...

Kelly Sue Ann McClane

Kelly Sue Ann McClane

Oct 11, 2026

Kelly Sue Ann McClane, 42, of Elkhart, gained her wings on Sunday, October 11, 2026. She was born in Elkhart, IN on September 11, 1984, to the late Danny Vanover Sr. and Debra (Sheffer) Maple, who survives.

Kelly is also survived by her son, Kingston Oswalt; siblings, Christopher (Debbie Bonher) Vanover, Anthony S. (Heather Monroe) Vanover, Danny R. Vanover Jr., Crystal...

Chad James Bellows

Chad James Bellows

Oct 11, 2026

Chad “Slick” James Bellows, 53, of Edwardsburg, MI, passed away too soon on Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Chad was born on May 30, 1973, in South Bend, IN, to Jimmy Casper Bellows and Suzanne Mary (Calhoun) Bellows.

He is survived by his parents, Jimmy and Suzanne Bellows; brothers, Mitch (Jana) Bellows of Sturgis, MI, and Tyler Bellows of Constantine, MI; sister, Jenny...

Sharon Rose Angel

Sharon Rose Angel

Oct 11, 2026

Sharon Rose Angel, 90, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Hubbard Hill.

Sharon was born on August 11, 1936, in Elkhart, Indiana, where she was raised by her parents, Loren and Jean Wells. She married the love of her life, Jerry Angel on November 5, 1955 in Elkhart.

Sharon graduated from Concord High School and worked as the...

John E. Poe

John E. Poe

Oct 10, 2026

John Edward Poe, born on February 5, 1964, passed unexpectedly at home on October 10 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and family who will forever cherish the love he gave and the life he lived.

In 1998, John met his soulmate and life partner, Julie Gaspar. Together they shared a bond built on love, companionship, and many memories made...

Priscilla Joann Partin

Priscilla Joann Partin

Oct 10, 2026

Priscilla JoAnn Partin, of Goshen, Indiana, passed away on October 10, 2026, at the age of 76. She was born on March 5, 1950, in Dayton, Ohio.

JoAnn will be remembered as a joyful and playful woman whose presence brought laughter wherever she went. She had a great sense of humor, was a lot of fun to be around, and had...

Michelle R. McFall

Michelle R. McFall

Oct 7, 2026

In Loving Memory of Michelle R. McFall 

January 13, 1968 – October 7, 2026 

Michelle R. McFall, 58, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at her home.

Born on January 13, 1968, in Elkhart, Indiana, Michelle was the daughter of the late Ron and Diane (Spencer) McFall. 

She leaves behind her beloved children, Brandon (Kaitlyn Ryan) McFall, Ashley McFall,...

Roberta "Bobbie" Smeltzer

Roberta "Bobbie" Smeltzer

Sep 30, 2026

Roberta “Bobbie” Earlene Smeltzer, 78, of Elkhart, IN passed away surrounded by her family on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

Roberta was born on September 30, 1948 in Elkhart to the late, Robert Earl McLain and Ruby Jean (Stouder) Duncan. She was married to the love of her life, Ronald Smeltzer on October 20, 1967 at Calvary United Methodist Church.

She is preceded...

Jose Salud Ortiz

Jose Salud Ortiz

Sep 29, 2026

Jose Salud Ortiz, 85, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Cueramaro, Mexico to Margarito Ortiz and Gregoria Gonzalez.

Visitation will take place on Monday, October 5, 2026, at Concord Event Center, 3719 S. Main St. in Elkhart, IN from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Mass will...

Randall "Randy" Lee Bass

Randall "Randy" Lee Bass

Sep 29, 2026

Randall Lee Bass, 66, of Elkhart, IN passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones.

Randall was born in Charleston, WV on April 13, 1960 to the late Estel and Doris (Hartwell) Bass. He married the love of his life, Judy (Stouder) Bass on August 20, 1983.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Estel and Doris...

Elaine Kay Griffen

Elaine Kay Griffen

Sep 29, 2026

Elaine Kay Griffen, 79, of Elkhart, went Home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at her home.

Elaine was born on March 10, 1947 in Elkhart, IN to the late, Lennis and Opal (Gall) Cook.

She is preceded in death by her brothers, Richard, Drexel and Donald Cook.

Elaine is survived by her children, Debi (Tim) O’Bryant...

Carole Jean Buskirk

Carole Jean Buskirk

Sep 27, 2026

Carole Jean (Nicholas) Buskirk, 75, of Dowagiac, MI, passed away Sunday evening, September 27, 2026, at the Orchards rehabilitation center in Three Rivers, MI after a long fight with Alzheimer’s. She was born June 3, 1951, in Kalamazoo, MI, the daughter of Thomas and Harriette Nicholas.

Carole is preceded in death by her parents; brother, David; and sister-in-law, Sylvia. She leaves...

John Anthony Checchio Jr.

John Anthony Checchio Jr.

Sep 27, 2026

John A. Checchio Jr., 61, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away on September 27, 2026, at Elkhart General Hospital following long-term health complications.

John was born on April 21, 1965, to John A. Checchio Sr. and Janice Y. “Bonnie” Checchio. He grew up in Elkhart and graduated from Elkhart Central High School.

John had many interests, but he especially loved the Big Band...

Cheryl L. Arnold

Cheryl L. Arnold

Sep 24, 2026

Cheryl L. Arnold, 78, of Elkhart, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born in Elkhart, IN on September 03, 1948, to the late Alfred and Lelah (Hook) Beaver.

Cheryl was also preceded in death by her husband, Roy G. Arnold Sr.; son, Stuart D. Arnold; brother, James Alfred Beaver; granddaughter, Elizabeth; and soul canine...

Ron J. Fumarolo

Ron J. Fumarolo

Sep 22, 2026

Ronald “Ron” Jon Fumarolo, 66 , of Elkhart, went Home to his Lord and Savior, Jesus on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.

Ron was born on December 11, 1959 in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada to the late Orlando “Londy” Fumarolo and Rose (Bibbo) Fumarolo. He married the love of his life, Cindy (Carter) Fumarolo on August 18, 1984.

Ron is preceded in death...

Ruth Sue Spesshardt

Ruth Sue Spesshardt

Sep 22, 2026

Ruth Sue Spesshardt, 88, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at the home she lived in for over 60 years.

Ruth was born on December 30, 1937 in Mishawaka, IN to the late, Albert and Gladys (Hook) Quier.

She is preceded in death by her daughters, Vickie Sue Spesshardt in 1958 and Pammy Jo Spesshardt-Kehoe in 2004; siblings, Alice,...

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