Obituaries

Oct 31, 2024

Ms. Leah Grace Miller Borntreger, (nee Thompson) of Elkhart, gracefully and peacefully made her exit from this realm and into her Savior's hands after 95 years of a beautifully well-lived life.  Her passing took place on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 12:55 pm at the Elkhart Place Assisted Living Center in Elkhart.

Leah was born in rural...

Oct 26, 2024

Barbara Joan (Hess) Funkhouser, 88, of Howe, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Majestic Healthcare of Goshen. She was born on February 3, 1936, in Elkhart, to the late Harold and Agnes (Hettinger) Hess.

Barbara is survived by her loving children, Robert Jr. (Michelle), Paul (Connie), and Peter (Gina) Funkhouser, and Julie (Dale) Guerra;...

Oct 24, 2024

Judy was born in Elkhart, IN to Edward & Harriet (aka Eleanor) Storms. She died surrounded by family on October 24, 2024.

She attended St Vincent DePaul & graduated from Elkhart High School.

Judy is survived by her spouse, Billy & daughters Michelle (Gary) Tompkins, Christine Trigg, Stephanie McClane & Jennifer (Mike) Mejeur.  Also surviving...

Oct 23, 2024

Master Grant Lee Ward,55, better known as Grant or Pops, was born on July 16, 1969, in Elkhart, IN, to Carol Ward and Bill Ward. Grant left this world on October 23, 2024. Although Grant was known for his stubborn and hardheaded ways, he was a kind, loving, and caring man. Grant left behind his three children, Nicole Foster...

Oct 23, 2024

Ms. Nanal Lou (Randolph) Goorhouse, 75, of Elkhart, went home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born at home in Hazard Co., KY, on September 12, 1949, to the late John Sr. and Stella Mae (McIntosh) Randolph. On November 13, 1976, Nanal married the love of her...

Oct 22, 2024

Patricia "Pat" (Long) Lovely-Krauzer, 82, formerly of Elkhart, passed away from an extended illness on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at The Center for Hospice Care in Mishawaka.

Pat was born on October 1, 1942 to the late, Marvin Edward Long and Mary Maxine Winmiller (Hoon) in Elkhart, IN. Pat was married to James Krauzer. He passed away...

Oct 22, 2024

Richard G. Irons, 80, of Elkhart, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at Valley View Healthcare Center, Elkhart. Richard was born at the family home in Osceola, Indiana, to the late Harry and Mary Ann (Beadle) Irons. In addition to his parents, two sons, Kenny Irons in 1988 and Richard Irons in 1993, and his brothers, Jerry and Charles...

Oct 21, 2024

Shirley Ann (Sekela) Adams, 82, of Elkhart, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024, at her home surrounded by loving family. She was born on April 8, 1942, in Butler, PA, to the late John Sr. and Evelyn (Barna) Sekela. On September 5, 1959, in Butler, PA, Shirley married the father of her children, Oscar Massart. He passed away...

Oct 20, 2024

Kevin William Misener, 11, of Millersburg, was taken into the loving arms of the Lord on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. He was born on January 20, 2013, in Goshen, IN to Erica Combes and Shawn Misener, who survive him.

Kevin is also survived by his stepfather, Ernie Combes; stepmother Heather McLean; siblings, Kayleigh...

Oct 17, 2024

Gene Carson Davis went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 17 at the ripe old age of 92. He was loved by all who knew him for his kind ways, gentle humor and the ever-present mischievous twinkle in his eye. He had a generous spirit, a big welcoming smile and would give the shirt...

Oct 17, 2024

On October 17th, 2024, in her home, surrounded by her loving family, Janice Gayle (Malcom) Books, 80, of Elkhart, was called home to be with the Lord. She was immediately reunited in Heaven with her beloved daughters Tara Leigh (1967), Tina Jo Motz (2020), mother Imogene Malcom (2002), and brothers James, Kenneth and Roy Malcom, and she now rests...

Oct 16, 2024

Murdis Louise Hines, lovingly known as Weezie, 89, of Elkhart was called to be with her Savior on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born in Tipton County, TN on January 24, 1935, to the late Emmit and Nellie (Jackson) Hines.

Louise was also preceded in death by her siblings, Emmit Hines Jr.,...

Oct 15, 2024

Mary Ann Veronica Osuch, 83, of Elkhart, went home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at her home.

Mary Ann was born on February 9, 1941 in Chicago, IL to Chester J. Osuch and Genevieve (Shimanis) Osuch. Mary Ann married the love of her life, Lawrence "Larry" Kruse on November 11,...

Oct 13, 2024

Sweet, tiny infant Lucian Conan Johnson, exactly 2 months old, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully with his mommy and daddy at his side following an unexpected trip to the emergency room on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 4:47 am. It is believed that tiny Lucian had an unseen congenital anomaly that triggered his passing. He was born in South...

Oct 13, 2024

The time has come for Mom's Celebration of Life!

This Saturday, April 26, 2025 is the Celebration of Life for Sherryl (Redman) VanNoty. Per her request, the family has chosen to honor her by bringing family and friends together for a potluck meal at the Elkhart County Historical Museum Auditorium, 304 West Vistula St, Bristol, IN 46507....

Oct 13, 2024

Sharon Diane (Pettit) Hicks, 77, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at home surrounded by loving family. She was born on January 8, 1947, in Elkhart, to the late Homer and Delores (Quick) Pettit.

Sharon is survived by her loving husband, Timothy Hicks; son, Jeffrey (Anna) and Eric Hicks; grandchild, Banji Hicks; siblings, Robert...

Oct 12, 2024

Jennifer L. "Jenny" Beck, 76, of Elkhart, passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the Esther House in Elkhart. She was born on May 14, 1948, to the late Norval and Jean Waldref.

Per Jenny's wishes, there will be no services held at this time. Cremation was chosen and will take place at Billings Funeral Home,...

Oct 12, 2024

Ms. Vicki Annette Poling, 65, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 7:30 pm at the Brickyard Rehabilitation Center, following an extended illness. Born in Elkhart on December 21, 1958, to the late Byrl Gene and Mary Ellen (Christophel) Poling, Vicki's life was filled with love, dedication, and creativity.

Vicki is survived by...

Oct 9, 2024

Jack C. Wagers, 61, of Elkhart, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at his home. He was born on September 4, 1963, in Elkhart, to the late Jake Calvin and Ann (Frantz) Wagers.

Jack is survived by his children, Jack C. (Ashley Luipold) Wagers II of Elkhart, Jacob Wagers of Goshen, and Nicole McKesson of Elkhart;...

Oct 8, 2024

Kayla Marie Campell, 33, of Union, MI passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2024, at her home after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Elkhart on Monday, November 26, 1990, bright and early in the morning to her parents, Jeffery and Erika (Sacro) Campbell.

Kayla is survived by her brother, Jason (who came into this...