David J. Lutes Sr.
May 18, 2026
David J. Lutes Sr., 79, formerly of South Bend, passed away at Creekside Village in Mishawaka. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI, on September 18, 1946, to the late Ernest G. and Catherine Elizabeth (Rakowska) Lutes.
David is survived by his wife, Vickie Lutes; sons, Richie (partner Jerrilyn Lechlitner) Lutes and David (Terri) Lutes; daughter, Angela (James) Wooden; stepson, James “Jim”...
Phylis Eileen Harrandon
May 17, 2026
Arrangements for Phylis E. (Sites) Harrandon are pending here at the funeral home and will be published soon.
Patrick J. Duffy
May 17, 2026
Patrick “Pat” James Duffy, 71, of Goshen, went Home to His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at Greencroft in Goshen after a prolonged battle with Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy. His strength, resilience, and determination to recover have been an inspiration to everyone around him.
Pat was born in Pawtucket, RI on July 27, 1954 to the late...
Maryann Engle
May 16, 2026
Services for Maryann are pending here at the funeral home and will be published shortly.
Marvelean Mariah Williams
May 10, 2026
Ms. Marvelean Mariah (Bolen) Williams, 46, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully at The Brickyard Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center on Monday, May 10, 2026 at 12:25 a.m., following a lifetime of courageously battling chronic illness with extraordinary strength, grace, and determination. Though her body often struggled, her spirit never did. Marvelean faced life’s hardships with a resilient heart, an enduring...
Ron Steven Holmes
May 10, 2026
Ron Steven Holmes, 73, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026 at his home.
Ron was born on November 9, 1952 in Evansville, IN to the late, Raymond L. Holmes and Margie Lee (Gibson) Holmes. Ron married the love of his life, Susan (Grimes) Holmes on June 1, 1991 at Augustine Lutheran Church in Elkhart.
He is preceded in death...
Philip "Phil" G. Lux
May 9, 2026
Philip G. Lux
Philip was born in Flint, Michigan, on December 15, 1928. His family, mother, father, and older sister, Irene, moved to Elkhart, Indiana in 1931. His father passed away shortly after and his mother later married Edward F. Lux who adopted Irene and Philip.
Philip graduated from Elkhart High School in 1947 and was just completing his first year at...
Shirley Jean Young
May 8, 2026
Ms. Shirley Jean (Martin) Young, 81, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully from natural causes at Brickyard Healthcare Center in Elkhart on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 5:52 p.m. Though tiny in stature at just 4’11”, Shirley’s personality, heart, and spirit filled every room she entered. She was a woman whose warmth could brighten even the darkest day, and whose...
Ruth Funderburk
May 7, 2026
Ruth N. Funderburk, 76, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, May 7, 2026 at Center for Hospice Care.
Arrangements are pending at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, IN 46514.
An obituary will be posted soon.
Juanita Clay Varney
May 7, 2026
Juanita “Anita” Clay Varney, 91, of Bristol, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at her home.
Anita was born in Huddy, KY on October 22, 1934 to the late, Delmer F. Lee and Bessie (Clay) Lee. She married the love of her life, Thomas “Tom” G. Varney in Ft. Wayne, IN on December 23, 1953. He passed away on June...
Christine D. Webb
May 6, 2026
Mrs. Christine Dianne (Charles) Webb, 67, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully within the quiet comfort of her home on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 2:18 pm, following a period of declining health. Though her family’s hearts are heavy with loss, they find comfort in knowing that Christine’s gentle spirit, loving heart, and unforgettable personality will continue to live on...
Billie L. Malott
May 6, 2026
Billie LaDelle Malott, 94, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at her home.
Billie was born on October 18, 1931 in Holland, MI to the late Joseph Sisson and Harriet Louise (Smith) Sisson.
She was married to first husband and father of her children, Charles Firestone and later her second husband, Charlie Malott. Both whom have passed.
Billie is...
Jeanette Fay Cripe
May 5, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jeanette Fay (Sauder) Cripe
April 19, 1939 – May 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeanette Cripe of Elkhart on May 5, 2026, at the age of 87.
Jeanette was a compassionate and devoted nurse, a loving mother to her sons Greg and JAB (Brett), and a cherished sister. She graduated from...
Marvin Eugene Minegar
May 3, 2026
Mr. Marvin Eugene Minegar, 95, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at 11:20 a.m., surrounded by the comfort of a life well-lived.
Born in Elkhart on February 11, 1931, Marvin was the son of the late William Henry and Mabel Helen (Fish) Minegar. He was preceded in death by his dear wife of...
Deborah Turner
May 2, 2026
Deborah Turner, 73, of South Bend, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at her home.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, IN 46514 is assisting the family.
Nancy Alice Zoller
May 1, 2026
Nancy Alice Zoller, 88, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born in South Bend, IN on November 18, 1937, to the late Louis C. and Ethel (Shafer) Layfield.
Nancy is survived by her husband, Edward J. Zoller; children, David C. (Amanda) Hilde and Suzanne K. (Cameron) Snyder; step children, Michael (Stephanie) Zoller,...
Kathy A. Smith
Apr 30, 2026
Kathy Ann Smith, 62, of Elkhart, was born on November 26, 1963, to the late George Franklin McNeal and Janet Ann Linton, who survives her. Kathy also had two brothers, Tim (Robin) Linton and Jeff (Erin) Bowers [Jeff precedes Kathy in death] and a host of loving nieces and nephews. She was known by many names—Grandma, Momma, Mrs. Smith, Sister,...
Tina M. Allen
Apr 29, 2026
Tina Mae Allen, 59, of Elkhart, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at her father’s home surrounded by loved ones.
Tina was born on November 15, 1966 in Elkhart, IN to Ronald Allen and Rose Ann (Viers) Allen.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Rose Ann Allen and sister, Terry Ann Von Blon.
Tina is survived by her son, Adam...
Terri June (Bess) Meehan
Apr 28, 2026
Ms. Terri June (Bess) Meehan, 64, of Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 7:20 a.m., following an illness.
Born on June 8, 1961, in Elkhart, Indiana, Terri was a woman who made an impression wherever she went—not because she tried to, but because being fully, genuinely herself was simply her...
Kathleen A. Holmes
Apr 28, 2026
Kathleen Ann Holmes, age 85, of Mishawaka, Indiana passed away with her family by her side on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Her passing follows a long and courageous battle with complications from viral encephalitis - a journey she navigated with the same quiet strength and dignity that defined her entire life.
Born on January 13, 1941, in South Bend, Indiana, Kathleen...
