Dana Beth Knapp
Jan 18, 2026
Dana Beth Knapp, 70, of Elkhart passed away unexpectedly from an automobile accident on Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Dana was born in Ft. Wayne, IN on May 13, 1955 to the late, Bernard and Hurleen (Feltman) Blumenthal. She married the love of her life, Claude “Robert” Knapp in 1991.
Dana is survived by her husband and best friend, Robert Knapp of Elkhart;...
Ashley Elizabeth Brugh
Jan 17, 2026
Arrangements for Ashley are pending here at the funeral home and will be posted shortly!
Frederick "Fred" J. Voorde
Jan 17, 2026
Frederick Joseph “Fred” Voorde, 84, of Elkhart, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Elkhart General Hospital. He was born in South Bend, Indiana, on April 24, 1941, to the late Albert and Alvera (Bernaert) Voorde.
He was preceded in death by his son, Neal F. Voorde. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Sarah (Bicard) Voorde,...
Sarah B. Wilson
Jan 16, 2026
Sarah “Sandy” Belle Wilson, 81, of Elkhart, went home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, January 16, 2026 at her home.
Sarah was born on July 16, 1944 in Washington, D.C. to the late James Dunham and Daisy (Wood) Dunham.
She is preceded in death by the father of her children, Richard D. Barrett in 2000.
Sarah is survived by...
Eugene James Scott
Jan 15, 2026
Eugene “Scottie” James Scott, age 55, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Elkhart General Hospital, surrounded by family and friends.
Eugene was born on July 14, 1970, in Niles, Michigan, to the late Jeffrey Scott and Linda Gilbert-Jones, who survive.
He was united in marriage to Victoria Cockerham. Eugene was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and...
Larry "Pocahontas" Ray Moore
Jan 12, 2026
Larry "Pocahontas" Ray Moore, 69, formerly of Hayti, MO, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026 at Woodland Manor in Elkhart.
There will be a celebration of life service at a later date.
Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, IN 46514 is assisting the family.
An obituary will be posted soon.
James Dalton "Jim" Rader, Sr.
Jan 10, 2026
James Dalton “Jim” Rader, Sr., 82, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at Elkhart General Hospital on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 4:14 p.m., following an illness borne with quiet strength and dignity. Surrounded by the love and presence of his family, Jim entered into eternal rest, confident in the promises of his Lord and Savior.
Jim was born on April 15,...
Nancy Carol Wright
Jan 9, 2026
Nancy Carol Wright, 71, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026 at Elkhart General Hospital.
There will be no services at this time.
An obituary will be posted soon.
Carolyn L. Corbett
Jan 9, 2026
Carolyn L. Corbett, 94, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Brickyard Healthcare Center in Elkhart. She was born in Bellefontaine, OH on February 18, 1931, to the late Lester and Myrtle (Davis) Parker.
Carolyn is also preceded in death by her spouses, Jack Kaiser and Nelson Corbett; a grandchild; brother, Lester Parker; sisters, Roberta Berry, Kathyrn Stevens,...
Nancy M. Rowe
Jan 9, 2026
Nancy M. Rowe, known by most as "Grammy", 85, of Elkhart, peacefully passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026 after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her family at Esther's House at the time of her passing.
Born on July 20, 1940 in Gary, Indiana, Nancy was the loving daughter of the late, Harry and Marjorie (Fowler) Weitze, who resided...
Lisa M. Kemp Williams
Jan 7, 2026
Lisa M. Kemp Williams, 58, of South Bend, IN was called home to be with her Savior on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. She was born in Elkhart, IN on February 2, 1967, to the late Ronnie Kemp and Barbara Kemp, who survives her.
In addition to her mother, Lisa is also survived by her son, Chris (Bobbi) Kemp; grandson, Draece Kemp;...
Randal Allen "Randy" McDowell
Jan 7, 2026
Randal Allen “Randy” McDowell, 62, of Goshen, passed away peacefully at Elkhart General Hospital on Wednesday, January 7, 2025, at 3:55 a.m., following a brief but fiercely fought battle with cancer. True to the way he lived his life, Randy faced his illness with courage, grit, and an unshakable sense of humor. He was surrounded by the love of his...
Capt. John T. Holloway, EFD, Retired
Jan 4, 2026
Capt. John Theodore Holloway, EFD, Retired, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully from complications from Alzheimer’s disease at Eastlake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Elkhart on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 1:46 a.m.
John was born on March 6, 1937, in Rochester, Indiana, the beloved son of Donald W. and Hattie Belle (Batchelor) Holloway. On December 1, 1956, in Elkhart, he married...
Susan Marie Walker
Jan 4, 2026
Susan Marie Walker, 73, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at Greencroft Nursing Home.
Susan was born on December 10, 1952 in New York, NY to the late Russell and Barbara Marie (Hayes) Mann.
She is preceded in death by the father of her children, Ronald Walker.
Susan is survived by her children, Paul (Sara) Walker, Laura (Mark) Yoder, Lisa...
Natasha M. Martin
Jan 3, 2026
Natasha Marie Martin, 45, of South Bend, passed away in her home on January 3rd 2026. Born in Elkhart on April 27, 1980, to Laura Casselman and Lowell (Willie) Wilkins, Natasha dedicated her life to the people she loved most.
A devoted wife to Frederick James Martin Sr. for 28 years, Natasha’s primary joy and purpose was her family. She took...
Ronald L. Moore
Jan 3, 2026
Ronald L. “Ron” Moore, 79, of Elkhart, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Elkhart, IN on October 7, 1946, to the late Robert and Betty (Knight) Moore.
Ron is also preceded in death by his brother, Robert Moore and grandson, Mitchell “Mitch” Dubash. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Carol...
Karen Sue Marvel
Jan 2, 2026
Karen Sue Marvel, age 69, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away on January 2, 2026. Born in Elkhart, Karen spent most of her life deeply rooted in the community she loved, faithfully serving her family and others with unwavering devotion.
Karen was the beloved wife of Charles William Marvel and a devoted mother to Tamara Lynn Smith (Aaron) of Elkhart, Melissa Ann...
Willie L. Woods
Dec 27, 2025
Mr. Willie L. Woods
March 8, 1949 – December 27, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear loved one, Willie L. Woods, who passed away in his sleep in the quiet, familiar surroundings of his Elkhart home on Saturday, December 27, 2025. He was 76.
He was born on March 8, 1949 in Brighton, Tennessee to...
Wade L. Weldy
Dec 27, 2025
Wade L. Weldy, 86, of Elkhart, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Esther's House in Elkhart, IN. He was born on December 10, 1939, in Wakarusa, IN to the late Floyd and Marion (Schrock) Weldy.
Wade is survived by his wife of 64 years, Janice Weldy; daughters, Tammy (Randy)...
Jeffery S. Gouker
Dec 27, 2025
Jeffery Scott "Jeff" Gouker, of Goshen, passed away at Memorial Hospital of South Bend on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 3:55 p.m. In a moment filled with quiet divine poetry, Jeff suffered a health episode as he and his beloved wife were entering their church to worship—his new Bible still clutched in his hand. That final moment of devotion has...
