Obituaries

Apr 14, 2025

Mr. Rex Allen Sutterby, 65, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 5:34 p.m., after a long and courageous battle with COPD. Surrounded by the love and presence of his devoted family, Rex left this world as he lived—steadfast, loved, and deeply cherished.

Rex was born on December 29, 1959,...

Apr 11, 2025

Jimmy Frank Robinson, 64, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025.

Born on September 24, 1960, in Osceola, Arkansas, Jimmy was the beloved son of the late Eddie McElroy and Cleola Robinson.

He is preceded in death by his siblings: Theodore R. Robinson, Eddie Robinson, Jr., Leroy Robinson, Sadie Pegues, Ella M. Peoples,...

Apr 10, 2025

Johnny Ray Rushing, 63, of Elkhart, went home to his Lord and Savior, Jesus on Thursday, April 9, 2025 at his home.

Johnny was born on February 10, 1962 in Pocahontas, AR to the late, John Charles Rushing and Loretta (Watts) Rushing. He married the love of his life Virginia (Smith) Rushing on  October 25, 2000 in...

Apr 9, 2025

Dennis Konecny Life Story

Dennis Henry Konecny, 83, of Elkhart, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by family and love. Dennis was born on May 24, 1941, in Great Falls, Montana to the late Henry V. and Lucille C. "Lu" (Restelli) Konecny. In addition to his parents, brothers Jerome, Thomas...

Apr 9, 2025

Terry Van Wormer, 68, of Elkhart, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Esther's House in Elkhart. He was born in Elkhart on January 18, 1957, to the late Burton Van Wormer and Marleen (Leinhart) Mann.

Terry was also preceded in death by his sister, Mary Jo Van Wormer. He is survived by his wife of...

Apr 8, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ms. Martha Lee Williams March 15, 1950 – April 8, 2025

Ms. Martha Lee Williams, 75, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully and surrounded by love on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 11:38 a.m. at the Ernestine A. Raclin Hospice House in Mishawaka, Indiana. After a courageous and grace-filled battle with a prolonged...

Apr 8, 2025

Carmeno "Carmen"  Borsa, 93 , of Edwardsburg, MI passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at his home.

He was born on August 6, 1931 in Elkhart, IN to the late, Angelo Antonio Borsa and Paulina (Macari) Borsa. He married the love of his life, Laura Ann (Cooper) Borsa on August 30, 1953 in San Francisco, CA....

Apr 6, 2025

Marilyn Smart-Whittington, 71, departed this life on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at home.

She was born in Chicago, IL on January 29, 1954, to the late Lewis and Dorothy (Gilmore) Smart, Jr.

Marilyn graduated from Elkhart Central High School in 1972. She accepted Christ at an early age and joined Cannan Baptist Church. She later...

Apr 4, 2025

Janet Louise Mull, 92, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully of natural causes at the Hubbard Hill Retirement Community on Friday, April 4, 2025, at 5:55 p.m., surrounded in spirit by the love of her family.

Born on February 16, 1933, in South Bend, Indiana, Janet was the cherished daughter of the late John and Catherine (Koseff)...

Apr 4, 2025

Jill Ann Tevlin, age 60, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, April 4, 2025, at 1:15 p.m., after facing cancer with immeasurable courage and grace. She was surrounded by the unwavering love of her family in the home she had filled with laughter, warmth, and countless cherished memories.

Born in Mishawaka, Indiana,...

Apr 3, 2025

Kenneth H. Twa, 83, of Elkhart, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Elkhart General Hospital. He was born in Elkhart, IN on September 7, 1941, to the late Charles W. and Loretta (Stang) Twa.

Kenneth is survived by his loving wife, Peggy Twa of Elkhart; children, Michael Twa of Marion, AR and Kenlynn (James) Cashen...

Apr 1, 2025

Gertrude "Gert" Johnson ,79, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Decatur, IL on July 22, 1945, to the late Benjamin and Ella V. (Williams) Forrest.

Gert was also preceded in death by her children, Vernon Johnson and Rosie Jean Johnson; and siblings, Alvin Forrest, Bennie Forrest Jr.,...

Apr 1, 2025

Donald "Don" Royce Holder, Sr. 84, of Punta Gorda, FL, formerly of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at the Port Charlotte Hospice House. He was born in Linton, IN on January 4, 1941, to the late Ernest and Virginia (Cullison) Holder.

Don is also preceded in death by his wife, Alice A. (Nunez) Holder;...

Apr 1, 2025

Sandra F. Patton, 85, of Osceola, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at her home.

Sandra was born on July 4, 1939 in Goshen, IN to the late, George Chrispyn and Alice (Baugher) Fairfield. She married the love of her life, Allen J. "James" Patton on February 24, 1957 at First Baptist Church in Goshen. He...

Mar 30, 2025

Rosemary Diver, 79, of Goshen, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at Cottage Gardens in Goshen. She was born in Trenton, MI on April 17, 1945, to the late Loreto and Frances (Caruso) Dentico.

Rosemary was also preceded in death by her husband, Jack Diver and sister, Jerri Dentico. She is survived by her children, Ty...

Mar 29, 2025

Doris  Marie Brouse, 97, formerly of Union, MI passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Greenleaf Health Campus in Elkhart.

Doris was born on June 3, 1927 in Plymouth, IN to Ora and Leona (Eaton) Snyder. She was married to her late husband, Warren Brouse in 1982.

She is preceded in death by the...

Mar 25, 2025

Leon M. Ringenberg, 84 of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Esther's

Hospice House in Elkhart.  He was born in Warsaw, IN on March 9, 1941, to the late Max Evard and Evelyn Maxine (Whitehead) Ringenberg.

Leon was preceded in death by his eldest son, Randy (Pat, widow) and sisters Penny Annette...

Mar 25, 2025

Marilynn Kay Anson, 78, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully but unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 8:41 p.m. in the emergency department at Elkhart General Hospital. Though her departure was unforeseen, she was surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and an unwavering devotion to her family, friends and faith.

Born on...

Mar 24, 2025

John Albert "Johnny" Banks, 72, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025,at 9:27 a.m., leaving this world the same way he lived in it—on his own terms – peacefully in his favorite chair with a cup of coffee, and possibly thinking about the next Alabama football game.

Born on April 11, 1952, in Latrobe,...

Mar 24, 2025

BRISTOL: Diana E. (Vargo) Rohrer, 78, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, March 24, 2025 at her residence. Diana was born on October 3, 1946, in Elkhart to Nichlos S. and Freda J. (Detwiler) Vargo. On June 28, 1969 she married Daniel R. "Dan" Rohrer in Elkhart. Dan died October 23, 2012.

Surviving are three children, Danielle...