Rochelle Davis
Aug 30, 2024
Ms. Rochelle Davis, 73, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 30, 2024, at 2:45 pm, surrounded by love and comfort in the home of her dear friend and caregiver, after bravely facing an extended illness. Born on February 9, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Bernice Johnson, Rochelle brought light, laughter, and warmth to everyone she...
Robert Gene 'Bob" Leedy
Aug 28, 2024
Robert Gene Leedy, lovingly known as "Bob," lived a life full of adventure, love, and dedication. Born on August 26, 1946, in Warsaw, Indiana, Bob spent 78 years making memories that will forever be cherished by those who had the honor of knowing him. On the morning of Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at 9:15 am, Bob passed away peacefully...
Dante Michael Campbell
Aug 27, 2024
Dante Michael Campbell, 30, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at 10:01 pm. Born on March 22, 1994, in Atlantic City, NJ, Dante blessed the world with his presence—and a sharp wit that kept everyone on their toes. His parents, Michael G. and Debra C. (DeMetz) Campbell, remain at home, holding the memories...
Robert "Bob" Charles Dixon, Sr.
Aug 27, 2024
Robert "Bob" Charles Dixon, Sr., 81, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
Bob was born on May 14, 1943, in Bristol, IN to the late, John and Myrtle (Richmond) Dixon. He is married to Cindy A. (Ewing) Dixon on September 29, 2007, at St. John of the Cross Episcopal Church.
He is...
Bonnie L. Davis-Gipson
Aug 25, 2024
Bonnie Lou Davis Gipson, 90, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at Elkhart Medows. She was born in Wawaka, IN on August 28, 1933, to the late Ernest T. Gerkin and Margaret M. (Poyser) Moore.
Bonnie is also preceded in death by her husband, William "Bill" C. Gipson; children, Richard Carl Ogle Jr. and...
Marilyn Rose (Buhr) Schmidtendorff
Aug 25, 2024
Marilyn Rose Schmidtendorff, 79, of Union, MI passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at her home.
Marilyn was born on September 25, 1944 in Washington, IN to the late Dean and Betty (Worman) Buhr. She married the love of her life, Lonnie Schmidtendorff, on April 5, 1976, who passed away in 1995.
Marilyn...
Kenneth "Ken" Joseph Mcgregor
Aug 24, 2024
Kenneth Joseph McGregor, the loving husband of Judith L. McGregor, and devoted father of three sons, Kenneth Jr., Jacob, and Michael, died on Saturday August 24 at 6pm, following a long illness. He was 80 years old.
"The finest man I've ever known," says his son, Michael.
A longtime resident of Elkhart, "Ken" McGregor was...
Philip "Troy" Marshall
Aug 24, 2024
Philip Troy Marshall, affectionately known as "Troy", joined Heaven's Orchestra on August 24, 2024, at the age of 63, passing quietly in his sleep. Born on August 12, 1961, in Huntington, Indiana, he was the beloved son of Philip C. and Connie S. (Hunt) Marshall, who survive Troy in Huntington, Indiana. At the time of his passing, he resided...
Nancy Harriett Vanpatten Blough
Aug 22, 2024
Nancy Harriett VanPatten Blough, 82, of Shipshewana, IN passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024 and joins her husband, Stephen Kent "Steve" Blough, 74, of Shipshewana, IN, who passed away before her.
Nancy is survived by her sons, James L. Clements Jr. and Christopher C. Clements; grandchildren, Sussudio Clements, Courtney Thomas, Erin Clements and Parker Clements; daughter...
John Earl Arter, Jr.
Aug 16, 2024
John Earl Arter Jr., 66, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at Greenleaf Health Campus.
John was born on December 5, 1957 in Elkhart, IN to John E. Arter Sr. and Martha (Hall) Salisbury. He married the love of his life, Janice Williams, whom survives.
John is predeceased by his father, John...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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