Obituaries

Jun 23, 2017

FT. MYERS BEACH, Fla. — Chester C. "Kaz" Kazmierczak, 90, of Ft. Myers Beach, Florida and formerly of Elkhart, passed away peacefully of natural causes at his home on Friday, June 23, 2017.

He was born Aug. 12, 1926 in South Bend to the late Clements and Lillian (Nowak) Kazmierczak, and later married Norma Jarrell, who passed...

Jun 23, 2017

ELKHART — Douglas M. "Doug" Boley, Sr., of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at his home with his family at his side following an extended illness on Friday, June 23, 2017 at 12:30 am.

He was born in Claremore, Oklahoma on March 30, 1942 to the late Clark and Elba (Fant) Boley, Sr. and later married Nannette S....

Jun 22, 2017

ELKHART — Donna A. Languell, 75, former resident of Wilson, North Carolina, passed at home in Elkhart on June 22, 2017.

She was born March 24, 1942, to the late Norman and Mary (Carpenter) Gaugler. Donna Married Leamon V. Holt in 1960 and then in 1987 married Keith Languell.

After marrying Keith, they moved to...

Jun 21, 2017

ELKHART — Darrell L. Frost, 69, of Elkhart, passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at his home.

Darrell was born on July 11, 1947 in Parke County, Indiana to the late Richard J. and Eleanor (Vance) Frost.

He married the former Star Raider on Nov. 19, 1968. Star passed away October 3, 1993.

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Jun 20, 2017

ELKHART — Franklin E. "Frank" Templeton, 74, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at home following an extended illness Tuesday, June 20, 2017.

He was born, in Everettstown, New Jersey, Nov. 8, 1942, to the late Clarence and Emma (Bidewell) Templeton and later married Joan M. Barnes in Conway, North Carolina, March 10, 1961. She survives him at...

Jun 19, 2017

ELKHART — Carol Ann Shoecraft, 80, Elkhart, went to her eternal life June 19, 2017 with her loving daughters at her side. Carol was born December 26, 1936 in Elkhart to the late Harry and Blondel (Cummins) Eyman. Carol was an avid bowler, loved to crochet and her cats. Carol was a member of New Creation Fellowship Church.

Jun 19, 2017

ELKHART — Dora Mae Blue, 85, of Elkhart, died Monday, June 19, 2017, at East Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Dora was born Jan. 3, 1932, in Magoffin County, Kentucky, to Joseph and Blanche Neely.

On June 16, 1951, she married Robert D. Blue in Mishawaka. He survives along with three sons, Timothy (Julia) Blue...

Jun 17, 2017

ELKHART — Judith "Judy" Marks, 76, of Elkhart, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2017, at home with her loving family at her side.

Judy was born July 4, 1940, to the late Walter and Marie Steinagale.

She was married to late Lawrence Marks.

Judy was a loving mother, enjoyed gardening, traveling and care...

Jun 16, 2017

OSCEOLA — B. Scott Pontius, 57, of Osceola, passed away Friday morning, June 16, 2017, at his residence after an unexpected illness.

He was born on May 8, 1960, in Elkhart to Donald E. and Janet M. (Grant) Pontius Jr.

Surviving is a daughter, Sara M. Pontius and Michael Maggert; and his son, Kevin S....

Jun 14, 2017

ELKHART - Brigitte C. (Skelton) Tucek, 77, of Bristol, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at Center for Hospice Care, Elkhart, surrounded by her loving family. Brigitte was born on December 18, 1939 in Leipzig, East Germany. She married Robert A. Tucek on May 4, 1979 in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Surviving is her husband of 38 years, Bob...

Jun 11, 2017

ELKHART - Mia (meme) Klair Hilger, 3, Elkhart was granted her Angel Wings on Sunday, June 11, 2017 passing away at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born on April 23, 2014 in Mishawaka, IN.

Mia was a very happy little girl. She loved playing outside, on her "pone", watching netflix, and bossing her best friend (and little...

Jun 10, 2017

ELKHART — Judith Ann Heinl, 77, of Elkhart and formerly of Homewood, Ill., passed away Saturday, June 10, 2017 at Golden Living Center. Judith was born on March 22, 1940 in East Brady, Penn.,  to the late John Robert and Mabel (Hawk) Muir. Surviving is a sister Pamela S. (Richard) Zinsmeister of Elkhart; 2 nephews, Jeffrey of North Port,...

Jun 9, 2017

ELKHART — Jeffery M. Miller, 26, of Elkhart, passed away at his home Friday, June 9, 2017.

He was born, in South Bend, Aug. 8, 1990, to Marti (Miller) Mendoza and later married Holly Phillips. They both survive him.

Also surviving are children Chase, Abigail, Lexi and baby Naomie (who is on the way) and...

Jun 9, 2017

SOUTH BEND — Eldon E. Senour, 86, of South Bend, passed to his rest on Friday, June 9, 2017 at his home, surrounded by love and family. He was born on May 23, 1931 in Mishawka to the late Warren and Thelma (DeSunesac) Senour. He married Sandra J. Linkous on May 25, 1991 in Owensboro, Ky. Sandra survives, as...

Jun 8, 2017

ELKHART -

Demetre C. "Jimmy" (the Greek) Bartzis, 88 of Elkhart, passed away peacefully of natural causes at Elkhart General Hospital on Thursday, June 8, 2017.

He was born in Krines of Korinthias, Greece on Dec. 18, 1928 to the late Christos and Magdelina (Thefonis) Bartzis and later married Linda L. Christopher in 1985. She...

Jun 7, 2017

ELKHART - Robert W. "Bob" Windmiller, 66, of Elkhart, passed away June 7, 2017 at Golden Living Center after an extended illness. Bob was born on Oct. 27, 1950 in Elkhart to the late Wayne E. and Shirley (Hoffman) Windmiller, and lived in this area his entire life. He is survived by 2 sons, Michael L. (Stephanie) Windmiller, Robert...

Jun 6, 2017

ELKHART — Rachael A. Garrett, 75 of Elkhart passed away Tuesday, June 6, 2017 in her home with her family at her side.  Rachael was born November 18, 1941 in Elkhart to the late Ray and Gurley Fisher. She was married to the late Clyde Garrett. She retired from the Elcona Country Club after 28 years of service. She...

Jun 6, 2017

ELKHART —

Ms. Michelle R. (O'Neil) Hines, 42, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully of natural causes at her home on Tuesday, June 6, 2017.

She was born Jan. 9, 1975 in Elkhart to David and Carol (Hoover) O'Neil, who survive her in Elkhart.

Also surviving is her son Ian M. Hines; her sister...

Jun 5, 2017

ELKHART — Kenneth K. "Kinky" Wyatt, 83, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully Monday, June 5, 2017.

He was born in Paducah, Kentucky, June 20, 1933, to the late Kelzie and Maude Wyatt, and later married Faye Attkisson in September of 1955, who survives at home.

Also surviving are children Kathy Holt, Kenny W. Wyatt and...

Jun 5, 2017

ELKHART — Kathy Snyder, 66, of Elkhart, passed away Monday, June 5, at her home after an apparent heart attack. Kathy was born on March 8, 1951 in Toledo, OH to the late Salvatore and Bernice (Sobieski) Tabone. Survived by her husband of 35 years Ed Snyder; son James Rhoades; 4 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren; and brothers, Phillip Tabone,...