Obituaries

Elkhart, Indiana Obituaries

Jeffrey Clair Hostetler

Jeffrey Clair Hostetler

Nov 5, 2019

Jeffrey Clair Hostetler, 61, wore many hats during his too-short life – star athlete, devoted son, antagonistic older brother and loyal friend – but probably none of them as often as his Green Bay Packers beanie. Jeff's life changed dramatically when he became a father. It was his finest role and his daughter, Jordan, was his greatest pride.

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Penny I. Young

Penny I. Young

Nov 4, 2019

Mrs. Penny I. Young, 62, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at her home following a courageous battle with cancer on Monday, Nov. 4, 2019 at 8:12 pm. She was born Feb. 11, 1957 in Charleston, WV to the late Carl Edward and Janice Lee (McNeely) Craigo, and later married James Steven "Steve" Young on Sept. 23, 2000 in Elkhart....

Mary E. Brandenburg

Mary E. Brandenburg

Nov 2, 2019

Mary E. Brandenburg, 68, of Elkhart, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at his residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 22, 1951 in Elwood, IN to the late Shirley and Hellen (Benedict) Hiatt.

She is survived by her loving husband of 31 years, Chester L. Brandenburg; daughter, Shirley (Joshua) Buelna; sons,...

Robert "Bob" E. Craig

Robert "Bob" E. Craig

Nov 2, 2019

Mr. Robert E. "Bob" Craig, Sr., 79, of Granger, passed away at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka following a sudden illness on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019 at 6:23 am. He was born June 18, 1940 in Elwood, IN to the late John "Bus" Craig and Ilah (Hobbs) Troup, and later married Linda M. Lovell in 1973 in...

Marjorie P. Loney

Marjorie P. Loney

Nov 2, 2019

Marjorie P. Loney, 101, of Elkhart, went home to her heavenly father on Saturday morning, November 2, 2019 at Greenleaf Health Campus, surrounded by her family and Pastor Dave Lade. She was born on her grandparent's farm in Foraker, in Elkhart County on September 11, 1918 to the late Roscoe Calvin and Oma Floy (Domer) Schalliol.

She...

Shirley Ann Hall

Shirley Ann Hall

Nov 2, 2019

Shirley Ann Hall, 87, of Goshen, Indiana passed away early Saturday morning, November 2, 2019 at Goshen General Hospital. Shirley was born in Goshen on June 8, 1932, the daughter of the late Harry Alvin and LeAnna Jane (Bates) Blough.  In addition to her parents, her brother Duane Blough and her sister Marian Krebs preceded her in death.

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Jennifer "Jenny" Sue Moosekian

Jennifer "Jenny" Sue Moosekian

Nov 1, 2019

Mrs. Jennifer S. "Jenny" Moosekian, 66, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at Elkhart General Hospital following a sudden illness on Friday, Nov. 1, 2019 at 3:09 am. She was born December 26, 1952 in Pontiac, Michigan to the late Jerome "Jerry" Johnson and Mary J. (Mayo) Johnson Carpenter. She is also preceded in death by her daughter Kelley Blakemore...

Leonard L. Peach

Leonard L. Peach

Nov 1, 2019

Leonard L. Peach, 72, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 1, 2019 at Woodland Manor. Leonard was born on April 15, 1947 in Pittsburg, California to the late James and Evelyn (Miley) Rutledge.

Surviving are his children, April (David) Calloway, Karen (Nathan) King and Heather (Dave Evans) Peach; also surviving are 9 grandchildren and 6...

David L. Quiggle

David L. Quiggle

Oct 31, 2019

David L. Quiggle, 56, of Osceola, Indiana passed away peacefully at his home on October 31, 2019 after a long battle with multiple sclerosis. David was born on October 27, 1963 to Dick and Ila (Eckert) Quiggle in Valparaiso, Indiana. He is a 1982 graduate of Valparaiso High School. He attended Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri where he met...

Shirley A. Baughman

Shirley A. Baughman

Oct 29, 2019

Shirley A. Baughman, 84, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Elkhart Meadows to be reunited with her loving husband, Donald L. Baughman, Sr. who preceded her. She was born September 1, 1935 to the late Clem and Margorie A. (Sumpter) McGary.

She is survived by her children, Paula Taylor, Amanda (Rich) Rose, Donna...

Sharon Kay Campbell

Sharon Kay Campbell

Oct 29, 2019

Sharon Kay Campbell, 84, of Elkhart, passed away of natural causes, Tuesday morning, October 29, 2019, at Elkhart General Hospital, surrounded by her family.

Sharon was born October 15, 1935, in Bourbon, Indiana to the late Harry and Francis (Kester) Ganger. Survivors include her loving children, Charles Stout and wife Carol, Steve Stout and wife Kathleen, Mike...

William J. Avery

William J. Avery

Oct 26, 2019

William J. Avery, 69, of Elkhart, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 29, 1949 to the late Wilfred J. and Lois Mae (Sones) Avery.

William graduated from Penn in 1968 where he excelled in football and wrestling. He won a full scholarship in...

Sandra L. (Stokley)  Ellsworth

Sandra L. (Stokley) Ellsworth

Oct 26, 2019

Mrs. Sandra L. Ellsworth, 70, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family following an extended illness on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019 at 10:36 pm. She was born May 16, 1949 in Ames, WV to the late Joe and Betty (Gilkerson) Stokley; but she was raised by the late Clyde Bowe whom she always...

Donald "Don" E. Kidder

Donald "Don" E. Kidder

Oct 25, 2019

Donald E. "Don" Kidder, 76, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2019 at his residence with his family by his side to be reunited with his loving wife, Sharon K. Kidder, who preceded him on August 31, 2010. He was born on March 21, 1943 to the late Lee E. and Helen F. (Dodge) Kidder.

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Donald Lee Clark

Donald Lee Clark

Oct 23, 2019

Mr. Donald Lee Clark, 65, of Lagrange, passed away peacefully at his home following a sudden illness on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019. He was born Nov. 20, 1953 in Constantine, MI, to the late Robert and Lou (Young) Clark.

Survivors include his beloved spouse of 20 years Pamela Bowens; children Robert Clark, Daniel Evink and Stacy Clark;...

Stephen C. Kucela

Stephen C. Kucela

Oct 21, 2019

Stephen C. Kucela Sr., 72, of Elkhart, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2019 at Golden Living Center in Elkhart. He was born on February 3, 1947 in Elkhart to the late Richard Kucela Sr. and Bette (Zook) Kucela McNeal.

He is survived by his children, Stephen C. (Nicki) Kucala Jr., Kimberly Ward, Amanda (Philip) Skees, Daniel...

Dahyabhai J. Patel

Dahyabhai J. Patel

Oct 20, 2019

Dahyabhai J. Patel, 73, of Elkhart passed away at home on Sunday, October 20, 2019. Billings Funeral Home and Cremation Services are assisting the family with Private Services.

Demetrio "Mick" Flores, Jr.

Demetrio "Mick" Flores, Jr.

Oct 19, 2019

ELKHART: Demetrio "Mick" Flores Jr., 45, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday morning, October 19, 2019 at his home. He was born on March 4, 1974 in Saginaw, Michigan. He leaves behind three children, Demetrio Flores III, Isabel Duran, Selena Vargas; 4 grandchildren, Miguel Flores, Angelina Zaragoza, Avelina Duran, Rey Flores; his mother Eva Angelina Flores; father Demetrio Flores, Sr.;...

Bette L. Henderson

Bette L. Henderson

Oct 18, 2019

Bette L. Henderson, 79, of Elkhart, passed away Friday, October 18, 2019 of natural causes at Hubbard Hill Estates. Bette was born on February 21, 1940 in Parks Township, Pennsylvania to the late Glenn R. and Eleanor M. (Shaffer) Donaldson. She married the Rev. Charles O. Henderson Jr. on December 8, 1956 in Leechburg, Penn.; he died November 27,...

April Jean (Hardesty)  Randall

April Jean (Hardesty) Randall

Oct 14, 2019

Mrs. April Jean Randall, 55, of Constantine, MI, passed away at Three Rivers Hospital, following a sudden illness on Monday, Oct. 14, 2019 at 10:39 pm. She was born July 19, 1964 in Goshen, IN to Hubert and the late Shirley A. (Norton) Hardesty.

Survivors include her father Hubert (Janet) Hardesty; children Jessica (Scott) and Jory (Cristin);...

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