Obituaries

Apr 24, 2025

Melford Wayne Bonner, 71, of Niles, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on April 24, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on July 20, 1953, in Artesia, California.

After dating for five years, Wayne married the love of his life, Cynthia Ann "Cyndie" Kushnerick, who preceded him in death on January 31, 2025....

Apr 23, 2025

Richard C. "Dick" Denman, 81, of Elkhart, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Elkhart General Hospital. He was born in Mishawaka on June 21, 1943, to the late Wayne Elson and Virginia Jane (McCreary) Denman.

Dick is also preceded in death by his brothers, Ronald, Larry, Keith, Gene, and Duiane Denman. He is survived by...

Apr 23, 2025

PLEASE NOTE THE VISITATION HAS CHANGED TO THIS SUNDAY FROM 2-4PM.

Rose Ann Allen, 86, of Elkhart, went home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at her home.

Rose Ann was born on June 8, 1938 in Grundy, VA to Roosevelt and Georgia (Keen) Viers. She married the love...

Apr 20, 2025

Jose Gregorio Gonzalez Riera, 38, of Elkhart, IN passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025.

Per Jose's family's request, he will be cremated and there will be no services at this time.

José Gregorio González Riera, de 38 años y residente de Elkhart, Indiana, falleció el domingo 20 de abril de 2025.

A...

Apr 20, 2025

Lynn M. Grove, 84, of Elkhart, IN went to be with his Lord and Savior on Easter Sunday, April, 20, 2025 at Elkhart General Hospital.  Lynn was born on April 27, 1940 in Elkhart, IN to the late Gilbert and Vivian (Wallin) Grove.  He graduated from Concord High School in 1958.

Lynn is survived by his wife,...

Apr 15, 2025

Ron E. Smeltzer, 71, of Elkhart, was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Elkhart General Hospital, following a brief and sudden illness. He was born in Elkhart, IN on July 27, 1953, to the late Robert W. and Mary Ann (Knoll) Smeltzer.

Ron was also preceded in death by his...

Apr 14, 2025

Mrs. Jinx Elaine Flynn, 78, of Edwardsburg, Michigan, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Monday, April 14, 2025, at 2:20 p.m. She was surrounded by her family and the comforting memories of a life well lived.

Jinx was born on July 15, 1946, in the quiet town of Delong, Indiana, to the late Wayne H. and...

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;...