Obituaries

May 15, 2025

Judith "Judy" Kay Demler-Roscoe, 66, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at her home.

Judy was born on April 28, 1959 to Robert D. Demler and Carol M. (Olds) Demler in South Bend. Judy was married to Kenneth Roscoe on November 19, 2008 in Las Vegas, NV. He passed away on May 27,...

May 15, 2025

Rev. Dale Linhart, 87, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025. A devoted pastor in the United Methodist Church, Dale faithfully served congregations in Swayzee, New Paris, Churubusco, and LaGrange.

Born on July 16, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio, Dale was the son of Howard and Julia Linhart and grew up in the Minerva area. He attended Taylor...

May 15, 2025

Master Sergeant Gordon Leroy "Gordie" Sherven Sr., U.S. Army, Retired, of Venice, Florida and formerly of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 11:02 a.m., while traveling near Immokalee, Florida. He was 83. A devoted patriot, proud veteran, and beloved family man, Gordie lived a life rooted in service—to his country, his fellow veterans, his...

May 13, 2025

Robert Wayne "Bob" Kamp, 78, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully—though rather unexpectedly—in the emergency department of Elkhart General Hospital on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 11:55 p.m., surrounded in spirit by those who loved him most.

Bob was born on November 6, 1946, in Elkhart to the late Wayne and Helen (Gordy) Kamp. A proud Hoosier...

May 13, 2025

Charles "Charlie" Weaver, 79, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St. in Elkhart, IN.

May 11, 2025

Ronald "Ron" J. Goorhouse, 79, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025 at his home.

Ron was born on July 4, 1945 in Hillsdale, MI to the late John and Elizabeth (Thompson) Goorhouse.

Ron is preceded in death by his first wife, Betty (Lester) Goorhouse in 1989; second wife, Grace (Edmonds) Cook-Goorhouse in...

May 9, 2025

Dale E. Crist, 93, formerly of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025, at Allisonville Meadows Assisted Living in Fishers, IN.

Dale was born in Elkhart on August 25, 1931, to the late John U. Crist and J. Ruth (Huffman) Crist. He lived for many years in Elkhart, IN, and spent over three decades in White...

May 8, 2025

Kathleen Ann Kulp, 73, of Goshen, passed away from an extended illness on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at home.

Kathy was born on November 27, 1951 in Mishawaka, IN to Henry Orsund and Betty Jane (Kindy) Orsund. She married Dennis A. Kulp on March 28, 2006 in Elkhart.

She is preceded in death by her...

May 6, 2025

Mrs. Karla Ann Schwartz, 66, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully in the loving embrace of her home, surrounded by her family, in the early hours of Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 2:17 a.m., following a fierce and fearless battle with cancer. True to her nature, she faced her illness with the same grit, humor, and grace that she...

May 5, 2025

Firefighter/EMT Thomas J. Swichtenberg, 65, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away suddenly but peacefully in his own backyard while tending to his beloved chickens on Monday, May 5, 2025, around 5:00 p.m. Though unexpected, his passing came in a place he cherished, doing something he loved, beneath the open sky he often paused to appreciate.

Tom was born...

May 5, 2025

Paul Willard "Pauly" Chapman, 63, of Elkhart, IN, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Monday, May 5, 2025. He was born on November 8, 1961, in Glen Cove, New York to the late Paul William Chapman and Mildred (Kistner) Baker.

Paul is also preceded in death by his sister, JoAnn (Quincy Sr.) Bontrager. He is survived...

May 1, 2025

Paula Sue (Haney) Minegar, 74, of Elkhart, formerly of Union, MI, passed away after an extended illness on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Greenleaf Health Campus. She was born on February 22, 1951, in Elkhart to the late Perry and Eleanor (Arko) Haney.

Paula was also preceded in death by her twin brother, Mark Haney. She is...

Apr 30, 2025

Robert "Bob" Lee Markley, 97, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, with his family by his side.

Born on November 22, 1927, in Goshen, Indiana, Bob was the son of the late Lee E. and Madge M. (Riley) Markley. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Jean (Harper) Markley—his best...

Apr 30, 2025

Mrs. Barbara Jean "Bobbie" Allen, age 64, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 2:24 a.m., surrounded by the love of her family and the quiet comfort of her own home. After a courageous and grace-filled battle with cancer, Bobbie's journey came to a close just as she had lived...

Apr 30, 2025

Kevin Lee Smith, 65, of Elkhart, passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at his residence. He was born in Mishawaka, IN on June 3, 1959, to Charles William and Patricia Mae (Vanator) Smith.

Kevin is survived by his mother, Patricia Smith; siblings, Carlene, Linda, and Chuck Smith; and a host of nieces and nephews as well...

Apr 28, 2025

Daniel Bernard "Dan" Miller, age 79, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 12:57 a.m., surrounded by the enduring love of his family and the quiet comforts of his own home. After a long and valiant battle with illness, Dan's journey came to a gentle close with his devoted...

Apr 27, 2025

Sheila Irene Rowley, age 76, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 8:55 a.m., surrounded by the familiar comforts of her home, following an extended illness. Her passing marks the conclusion of a life defined by love, generosity, and quiet strength.

Sheila was born in Elkhart on April 22, 1949, to the...

Apr 27, 2025

John Waldo Ernest passed away on April 27, 2025, following a brief illness. He was at peace going home to meet his Lord and Savior.

He was born in Goshen, IN on December 29, 1953, to Dean L. Sr and Doris (Mansfield) Ernest.

He is survived by a daughter, Stephanie Marner; 2 granddaughters; 6 great...

Apr 25, 2025

Thomas Andrew Phoebus, 67, of Elkhart, passed away after a short illness at his home on Friday, April 25, 2025. Tom was born on April 21, 1958 in Elkhart to the late Jack Andrew and Evelyn Marie (Cleveland) Phoebus. He lived in the Edwardsburg area for many years until moving to Elkhart.

Tom graduated from Elkhart Memorial...

Apr 24, 2025

ELKHART: Former Mayor and Fire Chief, Richard Lee "Dick" Moore, 91, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Hubbard Hill, in the comfort of his family. Dick was born on April 13, 1934 in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late Carl F. and Merle (Wambaugh) Bartlett Moore.

Dick married his best friend Nancy Lee (Cook) on...