Obituaries

Nov 23, 2025

Eugene C. "Gene" Sutton, 85, of Elkhart, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Greenleaf Health Campus in Elkhart. He was born in Lakey, KY on June 24, 1940, to the late Chester and Marie (Oney) Sutton.

Gene is also preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Alice F. (Cole) Sutton; stepmother, Mollie...

Nov 22, 2025

Nicholas David Ermis (Nick) was born on February 3, 1983 to David and Janet (Hardman) Ermis in Elkhart Indiana. He passed away at home, in Goshen, on November 22, 2025 when Jesus called him to heaven.

Nick will be sorely missed by his wife, Angelina Ram, his parents, his sister, Andi Ermis, his stepsons, Dan Ram, Minh...

Nov 21, 2025

Alyce “Jean” Schieber, 79, of Osceola, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025.

Jean was born on May 21, 1946, to Ralph and Martha Gardner, who precede her in death. On July 3,1965, she married the love of her life, William “Bill” Schieber. They shared 43 years of marriage before Bill’s passing in 2008.

Jean had a gentle heart and a creative...

Nov 20, 2025

Liam Marcus Perry McCullough, 13, of Goshen, passed away too soon on Thursday, November 20, 2025.

Liam was born in Elkhart, IN on August 4, 2012 to Mickel A. McCullough and Deonna S. Pompey.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bobby Perry, Roy Galsby, Tina McCullough and his Aunt Clarissa Walters.

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Nov 19, 2025

Allen "Squeak" E. Nord, 96, of Elkhart, IN went home to meet his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

Allen also known to many as "Squeak" was born on August 11, 1929 in Elkhart, IN to the late, Harry H. and Iva (Jones) Nord. Allen was married to his first wife, Ruby P. Smith, who...

Nov 18, 2025

Bonnie A. Rose, 82, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the Center for Hospice Care in Elkhart. She was born in Jackson, MI to the late George Sanford and Beatrice (Garlick) Johnson.

Bonnie is also preceded in death by her son, Rodney Sanford and her sister, Maria J. Johnson. She is survived by...

Nov 17, 2025

Debra Ann "Deb" Coppinger, 72, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 12:19 p.m., following an extended illness. Though her body grew tired, her spirit—rooted firmly in her Christian faith—remained strong and unshaken until her final breath.

Deb was born on March 5, 1953, in...

Nov 14, 2025

Dakota Jasmine Barnes, 28, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025

Dakota was born in Mishawaka, IN on October 6, 1997 to Jerry Lee Hill Jr., and Rusty (Blake) Kelly.

Dakota is survived by her adored sons, Wyatt Allen Huff and Atreus Barnes; mother, Rusty (Jason) Kelly and father, Jerry "Jay" L. Hill...

Nov 14, 2025

Sherry LaVon Moore, 86, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Elkhart on November 15, 1938, to the late Arthur L.  and Fern E. (Mast) Fruchey.

Sherry is also preceded in death by her husband, Larry Eugene Moore; brothers, Larry and John Fruchey; sister, Beverly King; and faithful...

Nov 13, 2025

Sheila Fay Ball, 60, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at Elkhart General Hospital with her family at her side on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 5:40 p.m., following an extended illness. Born on July 17, 1965, in Elkhart to the late Riley and Shirley Ann (Hoopingarner) McClure, Sheila came into the world with a spark that, over the years,...

Nov 10, 2025

Lois Marie Jewell September 19, 1947 – November 10, 2025

Lois Marie Jewell, 78, of South Bend, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, November 10, 2025.

She was born in Elkhart on September 19, 1947, to E. Louis and Agnes E. (Torok) Long.

Left to cherish Lois' memory are her children, Max...

Nov 5, 2025

Lucia Linda "Lucy" Jenkins, 81, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 6:51 a.m. at Waterford Crossing in Goshen, following a brief illness.

Born on March 25, 1944, in New York City to the late Bartholomew "Bart" and Loretta (Connelley) Corsentino, Lucy grew up with the quick wit, toughness, and unapologetic sparkle that...

Nov 5, 2025

Anna Marie Alderson, 84, formerly of Elkhart, went home to her Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 in Georgia.

Ann was born on March 21, 1941 in Osceola, IN to the late, Kenneth DeBowe and Lucille (Stoner) Hartman.

Ann is preceded in death by her infant son, Ken W. Alderson and sister, Rose...

Nov 5, 2025

Vada June Rogers, 85, of Elkhart, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Brentwood Assisted Living in Elkhart. She was born on April 25, 1940, to the late Russell J. and Ethel Mae (Sult) Robinson.

June is also preceded in death by her husband, James "Jim" Rogers; son, Kevin Rogers; and brother, Glen D. Robinson. She...

Nov 4, 2025

Sharon Lynn Howey, 80, of Elkhart, passed away after a lengthy battle with Cancer on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at Center for Hospice Care, Esther's House.

Sharon was born on October 2, 1945 in Standish, MI to the late, Lyle and Onalea (Kitchen) Maybouer.

Sharon is preceded in death by her ex-husband, Otis and her...

Oct 29, 2025

Russell J. "Rus" Coleman, 75, of Goshen, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, at Elkhart's Center for Hospice Care Esther's House on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 8:50 p.m., following a brief illness.

He was born on February 11, 1950, in Goshen to the late David "Skip" Coleman and Dorothy "Dot" (Keister) Smalley. On February 13, 1999,...

Oct 27, 2025

James Leslie "Jimmy" Hettmansperger, 42, of Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 27, 2025.  He was born in South Bend, IN on November 29, 1982, to James and Donna (Helman) Hettmansperger, who survive him.

Jimmy is also survived by his sisters, Stephanie Hettmansperger and Michelle Hettsmansperger; niece, Jasmine Branson; aunt, Rhonda Weaver; and an extended host...

Oct 27, 2025

Aaron C. Gillespie, 55, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully but unexpectedly at his home on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 3:10 p.m.

He was born on December 26, 1969, in Bowling Green, Ohio, to William Sherman Gillespie of Elkhart and Cheryl E. "Shari" (Paul J.) Peery of Weston, Ohio.

Aaron is also survived by his...

Oct 27, 2025

Eunice Joy Ball, 101, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 27, 2025, surrounded by family at Brentwood Assisted Living Community in Elkhart.

Born on November 2, 1923, in rural Elkhart County to Moses and Josephine (Gardner) Wilson, Eunice lived a long, full life that spanned more than a century of history, hard work, and humor.

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Oct 26, 2025

Pastor Steven Steele, 69, of Jones, Michigan went home to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, October 26, 2025.

The second youngest of fourteen children, Steven was born on December 12, 1955, in Niles, Michigan, to the late Alvin and Doris (Brown) Steele.

On August 5, 1978, he married the love of his...