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Elkhart, Indiana Obituaries

James "Jim" W. Mccreary

James "Jim" W. Mccreary

Apr 14, 2020

James "Jim" W. McCreary, 75, of Elkhart, passed away at his home with his family by his side on Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at 8:00 am.

He was born April 18,1944 in Manchester, KY to the late Lawrence and Annie (Hampton) McCreary. Jim married the love of his life, Betty Jean (Payne) McCreary on Memorial Day, May...

Marie "Oma" J. Weber

Marie "Oma" J. Weber

Apr 13, 2020

Marie "Oma" J. Weber, 91, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully Monday, April 13, 2020 at her residence. Marie was born in Vierzighuben, Czech Republic on November 11, 1928 to the late Johann and Amalia (Stindl) Neumeister. Marie married Walter Weber on April 21, 1951.They moved to the United States of America in 1957. Walter passed away on November 23,...

Deborah K. Schott

Deborah K. Schott

Apr 13, 2020

Bristol: Deborah K. Schott, 64, of Bristol, passed away unexpectedly on Monday morning, April 13, 2020 at her home. Deb was born on April 24, 1955 in Elkhart. She married her true love Jerry L. Schott on May 12, 1975.

Surviving is her husband of 44 years Jerry L. Schott; two daughters, Kristi (Phil ) Pernokis, Tracy...

Florence E. Harrett

Florence E. Harrett

Apr 12, 2020

Florence E. Harrett of Elkhart, Indiana passed from this world at the age of 96 on Easter Sunday April 12, 2020.

Florence Harrett is preceded in death by her parents, Edgar W. Fox  and Janet (McKay) Fox of Kewadin Michigan and her late husband, Ernest Harrett.  In addition, Florence is preceded in death by her siblings:  Malcolm...

Garold L.  "Gary" Sanders

Garold L. "Gary" Sanders

Apr 10, 2020

Mr. Garold L. "Gary" Sanders, 61, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully following an extended illness at his home on Friday, April 10, 2020 at 2:30pm.

He was born August 25, 1958 in Elkhart to the late Eugene L. Sanders, Sr, and Carol Ann (Scott) Sanders Newman, who survives him in Three Rivers, MI. He later married Patricia...

William "Bill" C. Gipson

William "Bill" C. Gipson

Apr 7, 2020

Mr. William C. "Bill" Gipson, 86, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully following an extended illness at the Center for Hospice care in Elkhart on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. He was born Feb. 04, 1934 and is survived at home by his wife, Bonnie L. Davis Gipson. Also surviving are children Mark and Kevin (Jessie) Gipson, Jon (Jennifer) Davis, Paula...

Virginia C. Gullett

Virginia C. Gullett

Apr 6, 2020

Virginia C. Gullett, 82, of Elkhart, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Monday, April 6, 2020 at 1 pm. She was born in Manchester, Tennessee on June 16, 1937 to the late Bart and Dorothy Rust.  She was preceded in death by her two brothers, DV Fletcher and Charlie Rust.

Surviving is her...

Phillip "Phil" Amiss

Phillip "Phil" Amiss

Apr 5, 2020

Phillip "Phil" Amiss, 71, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at his residence in Elkhart. He was born in Ohio on August 31, 1948 to the late Harold Amiss and Henrietta (Rivers) Heverling.

Phil is survived by his loving wife, Susan A. (Zollinger) Amiss; brother, Harold "Jack" (Judy) Amiss; several nieces; and a host of loving...

John R. Cox, Sr.

John R. Cox, Sr.

Apr 2, 2020

John Roger Cox Sr., 81, of Edawrdsburg, Michigan, passed away Thursday afternoon, April 2, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on August 22, 1938 in Goshen, Indiana to the late Fred H. and Elva (Mellin) Cox. He married his true love Sharon Kay Cox on January 3, 1957 in Elkhart. Surviving is his wife...

Judy A. Neff

Judy A. Neff

Mar 31, 2020

Judy A. Neff, 70, of Edwardsburg, MI, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2020, to be reunited with her husband, Ronald "Ron" L. Neff, who passed away before her in 2008. She was born on May 4, 1949 to the late William and Dorothy (Camedell) Zimmerman.

She is survived by her children, Branden Sutherland, Paula (Mike) Hann,...

Gladys M. Barbee

Gladys M. Barbee

Mar 29, 2020

Gladys M. Barbee, 95, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2020 at East Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation.

Gladys was born on September 13, 1924 in Salt Lick, KY to John and Nancy (Hawkins) Harper. She was married to J.L. Barbee, on Sept. 21, 1938 in Moorefield, KY.

She is preceded in death by...

Bonnie J. Sponseller

Bonnie J. Sponseller

Mar 29, 2020

Bonnie Joan Sponseller, 94, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, March 29, 2020 at the home of her daughter Debra Sponseller. She was born on June 13, 1925 in Nappanee to John and Mary Jane (Reed) Haloway. She married her true love Richard D.  "Irish" Sponseller on Feb. 19, 1947 in Nappanee. Richard passed away in Aug. of...

Marvin I Mock

Marvin I Mock

Mar 29, 2020

Mr. Marvin I. Mock, 73, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 29, 2020 at 4:00 am following an extended illness.  He was born November 17, 1946 in Oraldo, FL and later married Sandra Eastman, who precedes him in death as do his parents.

Surviving are step-sons Shawn (Jessica) Marzini of Ark City,...

Robert "Bob" J. French

Robert "Bob" J. French

Mar 28, 2020

Robert J. "Bob" French, 78, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at his residence in Cassopolis, MI after an extended illness. He was born on April 3, 1941 to the late John and Edith French.

Bob is survived by his loving wife, Melissa K. (Murphy) French; children, Jodi (Jim Meadows) Murphy, Dawn Murphy, and Robert (Chelsi)...

David "Dave" P. Delks

David "Dave" P. Delks

Mar 28, 2020

David P. Delks, 58, of Elkhart passed away at his home on Saturday, March 28, 2020.  He was born September 12, 1961 in Louisville, KY to Gerald F. Delks of Indianapolis who survives him, and Merry C. (Harris) Delks, who preceded him in death.

Surviving is his daughter Courtney Mary Delks; brothers Steven (Stacie) Delks from Crestwood,...

Cathy M. Lytell - Arnett

Cathy M. Lytell - Arnett

Mar 27, 2020

Cathy M. Lytell-Arnett, 63, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2020 at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born on November 4, 1956 to the late Burton L. "Burt" Arnett and Gloria L. Arnett, who survives at home.

She is also survived by her daughter, Melody Jellson; brother, Danny J. Arnett; sister, Sandy L. (Terry) Smith;...

Jeffery L. Conklin

Jeffery L. Conklin

Mar 26, 2020

Jeffery Lynn Conklin, 71 passed away on Thursday March 27, 2020.

Jeff was the only son of the late Jack and June (Tidey) Conklin of Plainwell Michigan.  He was born on April 30th 1948 at Borgess Hospital, Kalamazoo Michigan.

After graduating from High School in New Orleans, Louisiana, Jeff earned his Certificate of Apprenticeship in...

Philip J. Dejohn, Sr.

Philip J. Dejohn, Sr.

Mar 26, 2020

Mr. Philip J. DeJohn, Sr., 82, of Granger, passed away peacefully with his daughter at his side following an extended illness at Heritage Point Assisted Living Center in Mishawaka on Thursday, March 26, 2020.  He was born Sept. 14, 1937 in Newaygo, MI to the late Philip and Stephanie E. (Lezauski) DeJohn. He later married Mildred A. Wildoner in...

Claude "Jim" J. Adams, Jr.

Claude "Jim" J. Adams, Jr.

Mar 26, 2020

UPDATE:  Services celebrating Jim's life will be held beginning at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, August 29 at New Hope United Methodist Church, 28765 CR 4, Elkhart, IN 46514. Face coverings and social distancing are encouraged at while at the church.

Claude James "Jim" Adams Jr., 83, of Elkhart, passed away early Thursday morning at Elkhart General Hospital after...

Lois J. Antonelli

Lois J. Antonelli

Mar 25, 2020

ELKHART – Lois J. Antonelli, 93, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 25, 2020.

She was born January 27, 1927 in Elkhart to the late Dwight & Lillian (Wise) Stickel. Lois married Louis A. Antonelli on June 25, 1952 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Elkhart. He preceded her in death on July 24,...

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