Bonnie Jean Speicher
Jan 15, 2024
Bonnie Jean Speicher, 90, passed away peacefully January 15, 2024 at Hubbard Hill in Elkhart, IN.
She was born on January 20, 1933 in Elizabeth, Indiana to Ruby and Edgar Morgan. Her husband, Donald Speicher, preceded her in death in 2016. Bonnie was also preceded in death by her three sisters, Pearl, Ruth, and Darlene, and her...
Thomas Earl "Tom" Spesshardt
Jan 13, 2024
Thomas "Tom" Earl Spesshardt, 92, of Edwardsburg, MI, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Greenleaf Health Campus in Elkhart, IN. He was born on August 10, 1931, in Elkhart to the late Earl Ervin and Pearl M. (Hafer) Spesshardt. He was a graduate of Elkhart High School, class of 1950.
Tom was also preceded in...
Brian Keith "Dr. Crash" Mccrary
Jan 13, 2024
It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our dear coworker and friend, Brian Keith "Sailboat Brian" (aka "Dr. Crash") McCrary. Brian fought a courageous battle against cancer, displaying unwavering strength and resilience throughout his journey. He passed away in the comfort of his own home on Saturday, January 13,...
Eddie Joe Hoelyfield, Sr.
Jan 10, 2024
Mr. Eddie Joe Hoelyfield, Sr., 83, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully of natural causes at Creekside Village in Granger on Wednesday, January 10, 2023 at 12:38 pm.
He was born on January 13, 1940 in Hope, Arkansas to the late Wilbur and Beolar (Brown) Hoelyfield and was the loving husband of Sharon (Bryson) Hoelyfield, who survives Eddie...
Laurence "Larry" John Izak
Jan 10, 2024
Laurence "Larry" John Izak, 71, of Elkhart, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at his home.
Larry was born on September 2, 1952 in Gary, IN to the late, Theodore "Ted" and Lucille (Zale) Izak.
He is preceded in death by his father, Ted; daughter, Jaime Chesney; and mother of his children, Deborah K....
Donna Mae (Soderbloom) Townsend
Jan 5, 2024
Donna Mae (Soderbloom) Townsend, 69, of Bristol, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born on February 24, 1954, in Iron River, MI, to the late Carl and Florence (Flaschberger) Soderbloom.
Donna is survived by her loving daughter, Brandie (Mitch Majewski) Hurd; grandchildren, Gregory (Jade Burkholder) Hurd, Tyghten Majewski, and Jimmie,...
Susanne G. (Bangert) Martin
Jan 1, 2024
Susanne Gail (Bangert) Martin, 79, of Elkhart, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024, at East Lake Nursing & Rehabilitation. She was born on June 17, 1944, in Galveston, TX, to the late Erwin and Caroline (Knehans) Bangert.
Susanne is survived by her children, Keith (Lisa) Martin of Elkhart, Mari (Michael) Ritoch of Irvine, CA, and Laura...
Nancy E. Shelley
Dec 31, 2023
Nancy E. Shelley, 78, of Elkhart, passed away unexpectedly to be with the Lord at her residence on Sunday, December 31, 2023. She was born in Champaign, IL on July 5, 1945, to the late Francis and Isabelle (McDaniel) Ward.
Nancy is also preceded in death by her loving husband, Ervin Shelley; former spouse, Hawk Eash; and...
Beverly Jean "Bev" Wilson
Dec 29, 2023
Ms. Beverly Jean "Bev" Wilson, 89, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully of natural causes at Elkhart General Hospital on Friday, December 29, 2023 at 8:55 pm.
She was born on August 9, 1934 in New Paris to the late Carl A. and Ruth (Adams) Wilson and was the loving sister Carol A. Warlick and Phyllis A. (John)...
Steven Edward Hahn
Dec 29, 2023
Mr. Steven Edward "Steve" Hahn, 49, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, December 29, 2023 at 6:25 pm. He had been experiencing some health issues in the recent past and, despite all, Steve's family and church community are rejoicing in his homecoming to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, during this Holiest of seasons.
...
James O. Comadoll
Dec 27, 2023
James O. "Jim" Comadoll, 63, of Elkhart, passed away on December 27, 2023, at Elkhart General Hospital. He was born on January 21, 1960, to the late Cecil Comadoll Sr. and Barbara (Wogaman) Bowen.
Jim was also preceded in death by his brothers, Cecil Comadoll Jr. and Daniel Comadoll; sister, Connie Dalton; and loving canine companions, Bud,...
Nancy Lee (Zimmerman) Derosa
Dec 26, 2023
Nancy Lee (Zimmerman) DeRosa, 64 of Elkhart, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday Morning, December 26, 2023 at her residence. Nancy was born October 25, 1959 in Flint, Michigan to the late Daniel L. and Barbara R. (Kline) Zimmerman. Survivors include her Husband of 22 years Carlo V. DeRosa whom she married September 28, 2001; daughter Kacey Kilmer; step daughter Karlie...
Donna Kay Schmucker
Dec 25, 2023
Ms. Donna Kay Schmucker, 65, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Monday, December 25, 2023, at 1:17 am. She had been experiencing some health issues in the recent past and, despite all, Donna's family rejoiced her entrance into Heaven on such a special and Holy day.
She was born in Elkhart...
Johnny Lee "Jason" Wood
Dec 24, 2023
Mr. Johnny Lee Jason "Jason" Wood, 54, of Elkhart, passed away in the early morning of Sunday, December 24, 2023 near Bremen, Indiana.
He was born in Gwinnett County, Georgia on September 26, 1969 to the late Johnny and Ruby (Collins) Wood and is also preceded in death by a wife, Tracie Yaratch Wood, and siblings David...
Norma K. Wilson-Replogle
Dec 24, 2023
Norma K. Wilson-Replogle, 76, of Elkhart, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at her residence. She was born on September 21, 1947. She is preceded in death by her parents and her son, Marty Russell.
In accordance with Norma's wishes, cremation was chosen and will take place at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin...
Henry "Pete" House, Sr.
Dec 23, 2023
Henry "Pete" House, Sr., 78, of Elkhart, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Elkhart General Hospital.
Pete was born in Lambert, MS on December 12, 1945 to the late Thomas and Nehoma (Jones) House. Pete married the love of his life, Ora Lee (Williams) House on April 1, 1967.
He is preceded in...
Joseph Richard "Joe" Plank
Dec 22, 2023
Joseph Richard "Joe" Plank, 79, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023, at his home. He was born on July 6, 1944, in Elkhart, to the late Theodore "Ted" and Naomi (Hamlin) Plank. In October of 1980, he married the love of his life, Sandy Dentino, in Saugatuck, MI.
Joe is survived by his loving...
Timothy Charles "Timmy" Manning
Dec 18, 2023
Timothy Charles Manning "Timmy" 66, of Goshen, passed away at 6:50 p.m. on Monday, December 18, 2023 at Goshen Hospital. Timmy was born into a loving family on January 21, 1957, in Chicago to Charles D. Manning, deceased, and Mary (Suffern) Manning. He is survived by his mother Mary Manning, Siblings, brothers, Charles (Kari), Shawn (Lori Bell), John (Sheila)...
Harriet "Gidget" R. Porter
Dec 18, 2023
Harriet "Gidget" Porter, 76, formerly of Tomahawk, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023 at her home in Elkhart, IN.
Harriet was born on January 24, 1947 in Columbus, OH to the late Carmen and Caterina "Kay" (Luciano) Eternicka. She was married to her husband Pete Porter, who passed away in 2017.
She is...
Alan F. Hawkins
Dec 17, 2023
Alan F. Hawkins, age 71, peacefully fell asleep in death on Sunday, December 17, 2023. Alan was born on February 1, 1952 in Elkhart, Indiana to Woodrow and Leah Hawkins. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wonderful sister Marcia Irene Leal. On May 16, 1970 at the age of 18 he was baptized as one...
