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...
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...
Thomas Michael Hines
Dec 26, 2025
Thomas Michael Hines, 85, of Elkhart, IN passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, December 26, 2025.
Tom was born on November 8, 1940 in Ludlow Falls, OH to the late, Lewis Randall Hines and Gracie (Hicks) Hines. Tom married the love of his life, Cynthia (Janowczyk) Hines, on October 31, 1995 in Elkhart.
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Teru F. Hendrey
Dec 25, 2025
Teru F. Hendrey, 98, of Edwardsburg, MI passed away on Christmas Day at Greenleaf Health Campus.
Teru was born in Formosa, Taipei aka Taiwan, on September 13, 1927.
She is preceded in death by 2 brothers and 3 sisters; and granddaughter, Maranda Lee Smith.
Teru is survived by her daughter, Dee Dee (Terry) Smith of Edwardsburg, MI; grandson, Andrew Smith (Brandy) and great...
Larry E. Banter
Dec 25, 2025
Larry E. Banter, 81, of Elkhart, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at Valley View Nursing Home.
Arrangements are pending at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, IN 46514.
Phyllis E. Surowiec
Dec 24, 2025
Phyllis E. Surowiec, 90, of Elkhart, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at Riverside Village in Elkhart. She was born on December 31, 1934, in Ulm, Arkansas to the late Ward and Sybil (Ferrell) Duncan.
Phyllis is also preceded in death by her loving husband of 61 years, Robert J. "Bob" Surowiec; son, Michael Surowiec, and...
James Allen "Jim" Kirts
Dec 22, 2025
James Allen "Jim" Kirts, 64, of Swartz Creek, Michigan, passed away peacefully within the familiar comforts of his own home on Monday, December 22, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Though his passing leaves a quiet space behind, Jim's life was anything but quiet—and those who knew him will remember a man who lived fast, laughed often, and loved deeply.
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Brandon Lee ((The Gentle Giant)) Cross
Dec 22, 2025
Brandon Lee Cross, 49, of Goshen, passed away peacefully within the familiar confines of his own home on Monday, December 22, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., following an extended illness. True to the way he lived his life, Brandon did not leave this world alone—his family was there, surrounding him with love, laughter, and the comfort he so freely gave...
Thelma Ann (Mann) Bixler
Dec 21, 2025
Services and the obituary are currently pending for Thelma here at the funeral home website and will be posted shortly!!
Doris Helen Hasse
Dec 21, 2025
Doris Helen Hasse, 90, of Elkhart, went Home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 21, 2025.
Doris was born on January 27, 1935 in New York City, to Josef and Valeria (Zolandz) Stann. She married the love of her life, Robert "Bob" Hasse, at Calvary Baptist Church in New York City on October 6, 1956. ...
James Patrick Quinlan, Sr.
Dec 20, 2025
James Patrick Quinlan, 71, of Elkhart, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at his home.
James was born on July 18, 1954 in South Bend, IN to James Peter Quinlan Sr., and Mary (Atherton) Quinlan.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Quinlan and niece, Heather Quinlan.
James...
Leonard D. Cook
Dec 19, 2025
Pastor Leonard Duane Cook, 79, of Elkhart, was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 19, 2025, at his residence. He was born in Kendallville, IN on May 25, 1946, to the late Estin and Mary Alice (Wadsworth) Cook.
Leonard was also preceded in death by his sister Joy. He is survived by his loving wife, Janet K....
Mary Anna Doncaster
Dec 19, 2025
Mary Anna Doncaster, 91, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025 at Waterford Crossing in Goshen.
Mary was born in Elkhart, IN on March 7, 1934 to James Arthur McLain and Helen (Angel) McLain. She married the love of her life John Doncasteron August 10, 1963 in Elkhart.
She is preceded in death...
Paula Elaine (Troutwine) Dailey
Dec 18, 2025
Paula Elaine Dailey, 98, of Goshen, went Home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
Paula was born on June 7, 1927 in South Bend, IN to the late, Paul A. and Nancy "Ellen" (Lovell) Troutwine. She married Walter "Doc" S. Dailey in Laporte, IN in November of 1972. Doc passed away...
Patricia Ann (Liken) "Pat" Donofry
Dec 16, 2025
Patricia Ann (Liken) Donofry, age 86 of Bristol, IN, died Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at the Center for Hospice Care Esther's House in Elkhart, IN.
Pat was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on August 17, 1939, to the late Russell Breckenridge Liken and Alberta Luella Liken (Muehlbronner). Pat had one older brother, Charles E. Liken and one stepbrother,...
