Obituaries

Elkhart, Indiana Obituaries

Cindy Lou Ann (Goodger)  Roland

Cindy Lou Ann (Goodger) Roland

Aug 14, 2024

Cindy Lou Ann (Goodger) Roland, aged 63 of Cassopolis, Michigan passed on August 14, 2024, at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan after her battle with cancer.

Cindy was born on November 12,1960 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to parents Joseph Leo Goodger and Katherine Geneva (Matlock) Goodger.

Cindy was an avid dancer and loved her music. She...

Ellen Sue Dickey

Ellen Sue Dickey

Aug 13, 2024

Ellen Sue Dickey, 70, of Elkhart, passed away at the Center for Hospice, Esther's House in Elkhart on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, after a courageous battle with Cancer. She was born on July 29, 1954, in Granite City, IL to Donald and Beulah "Boo" (Harding) Gauen.

Ellen is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Lois...

Lawrence Gene "Larry" Slaughter

Lawrence Gene "Larry" Slaughter

Aug 12, 2024

Lawrence Gene "Larry" Slaughter, 96, of Elkhart, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024, at his home surrounded by loving family. He was born on October 6, 1927, in Albion, MI, to the late William James and Jennie Bertha (Austin) Slaughter. On May 27, 1972, Larry married the love of his life, Beverly (Arnold) McMillan, in Elkhart.

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Christopher Todd "Chris" Kopp

Christopher Todd "Chris" Kopp

Aug 11, 2024

Christopher Todd "Chris" Kopp, 63, of Elkhart passed away at home, Sunday, August 11, 2024.

If anyone knows the whereabouts of Chris' additional family, please reach out to us at 574-264-2425.

Arrangements are pending at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin Street, Elkhart.

Tom Levoy Norment

Tom Levoy Norment

Aug 10, 2024

Tom L  Norment 75 passed away after an extended illness. He was born February 10 1949 in Manchester, Tennessee to Thurman (Bernadine) Norment.  He was preceded in death by his wives Donna (2023), Trudy (2014), parents, 3 sisters and 3 brothers.

He is survived by 4 sons, Tommy G (Kathy) Norment of Elkhart IN, Charlie L (Shannon)...

Jacqueline "Jackie" L. Bailey

Jacqueline "Jackie" L. Bailey

Aug 10, 2024

Jacqueline "Jackie" L. Bailey, 80, of Goshen, IN, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at Maples of Waterford in Goshen. She was born in Lima, OH on November 19, 1943, to the late Willis H. and Gladys L. Pfeiffer.

Jackie is also preceded in death by her daughter, Melissa Middaugh; granddaughter, Amanda Arnett; brother, Gregory W....

Michelle Lynn Shelley

Michelle Lynn Shelley

Aug 10, 2024

Michelle Lynn Shelley, 54, of Elkhart, passed away Saturday, August 10, 2024 at her residence after a sudden illness. Michelle was born in Elkhart on March 12, 1970 to the late Ervin Shelley and Nancy E. (Ward) Shelley-Eash. In addition to her parents, her first spouse Jessica Shelley preceded her in death. Surviving is her wife Holly Marie Province;...

Sandra Kay "Sandy" Fookes

Sandra Kay "Sandy" Fookes

Aug 10, 2024

Sandra "Sandy" Kay Fookes, 77, of Elkhart, went Home with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at North Woods Village in Mishawaka.

Sandy was born on December 1, 1946 in Waterloo, IA to the late, Manus Jones and Jessie (Billington) Werhan. Sandy married the love of her life, James "Jim" E. Fookes...

Margaret Ann (Myers)  Grieb

Margaret Ann (Myers) Grieb

Aug 6, 2024

Margaret Ann Grieb, of Elkhart, peacefully passed away of natural causes on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 5:00 PM at the Esther House Center for Hospice Care in Elkhart.  Her life was a beautiful and meaningful journey of 96 years.

Margaret was born on January 24, 1928 in Elkhart to the late Aaron R. and Harriett R....

Sandra Lee Gray

Sandra Lee Gray

Aug 5, 2024

Sandra Lee Gray, 73, of Elkhart, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born in Elkhart on February 11, 1951, to Jack Gray and Barbara Lou (Brooks) Bradley who proceed her in death.

Sandra is survived by her sister, Barbie (Scott) Temple and a host of nieces and nephews.

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Walter Arthur "Corkie" Cochrane, Jr.

Walter Arthur "Corkie" Cochrane, Jr.

Aug 4, 2024

Walter Arthur "Corkie" Cochrane, Jr., 72, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at Woodland Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation.

Arrangements are pending at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St, Elkhart, IN 46514.

An obituary for Corkie will be posted soon.

Todd Raymond Yeager

Todd Raymond Yeager

Aug 4, 2024

Todd Raymond Yeager, 62, of Elkhart passed away too soon on Sunday, August 4, 2024 at East Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Todd was born on September 1, 1961 in Elkhart to Ray Allen Yeager and Sandra June (Morse) Garrant. He married Lisa Yeager on November 25, 2005 in Elkhart.

He is preceded in death...

Cameron Kay (Dunnuck)  Mullet

Cameron Kay (Dunnuck) Mullet

Aug 2, 2024

Mrs. Cameron Kay (Dunnuck) Mullet, 76, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024, at her home. She was born on November 17, 1947, in Elkhart, to the late James I. and Beverly (Marshall) Dunnuck. On June 16, 1984, in Nappanee, Cameron married the love of her life, Steven S. Mullet.

Cameron is survived by her...

Brenda Sue Thrasher

Brenda Sue Thrasher

Aug 1, 2024

Brenda Sue Thrasher, 63, of Edwardsburg, MI passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at her home.

Brenda was born on August 15, 1960 in South Bend, IN to Willie Thrasher and Alice (Warren) Thrasher.

She is preceded in death by her father, Willie Thrasher.

Brenda is survived by her children, Becky Crew...

Jeannine Whalen

Jeannine Whalen

Aug 1, 2024

Jeannine Whalen, 93, of Elkhart, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at her residence. She was born in Elkhart, IN on August 14, 1930, to the late Donald and Mildred Helen (Fisher) Defreese.

Jeannine is also preceded in death by her husband, William "Bill" Whalen and son, David Juday. She is survived by her daughters, Debra...

Ben B. Leslie

Ben B. Leslie

Jul 30, 2024

Ben B. Leslie, 67, of Elkhart, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2024 at his residence. Ben was born on September 15, 1956 in Elkhart, to the late Ben E. Leslie and LaVerne G. (Cox) Leslie. Ben is survived by his children, son Justin Leslie, daughter Crystal L. (Joshua Tritto) Cartee; six grandchildren, Kassidy Cartee, Damion Cartee, Camron Tritto, Mason...

Veronica May (Savoie)  Louiselle

Veronica May (Savoie) Louiselle

Jul 28, 2024

Veronica May (Savoie) Louiselle, 81, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at Brickyard Healthcare's Elkhart Campus. She was born on May 6, 1943, in Munising, MI, to the late Clarence Alexander and Opal Delila (Kiersey) Savoie. In July of 1974, Veronica married the love of her life, Floyd Louiselle. He passed away on March 20, 2013,...

Cory Lee Hurlbut

Cory Lee Hurlbut

Jul 27, 2024

Cory L. Hurlbut, 38, of Elkhart, peacefully entered into his eternal rest on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 2 PM at Goshen General Hospital in Goshen, IN. He was faithfully surrounded by his loving family and friends throughout his brave battle against melanoma cancer.

Cory was born on May 5, 1986, in Mishawaka, IN to Randy Custard...

Jerry Allen Beathea, Sr.

Jerry Allen Beathea, Sr.

Jul 26, 2024

Jerry Allen Beathea, Sr., passed away on July 26th, 2024 at the age of 58. Jerry was a man who found joy in the simple pleasures of life—whether it was working with his hands, sharing a joke, or enjoying music at full volume. His creativity, quick wit, and ever-present sly smile made him a magnetic presence, cherished by all...

John L. Neff

John L. Neff

Jul 25, 2024

John L. Neff, 86, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at his residence. He was born in South Bend, IN on January 26, 1938, to the late Devoe and Emma (Toth) Neff.

John is also preceded in death by his brother-in-laws, Cortlin Casselman, Claude "Jim" Adams Jr., and Gerald "Jerry" VanOoteghem; in-laws, Robert...

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