Larry E. Banter
Dec 25, 2025
Larry E. Banter, 81, of Elkhart, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at Valley View Nursing Home.
Arrangements are pending at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, IN 46514.
Phyllis E. Surowiec
Dec 24, 2025
Phyllis E. Surowiec, 90, of Elkhart, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at Riverside Village in Elkhart. She was born on December 31, 1934, in Ulm, Arkansas to the late Ward and Sybil (Ferrell) Duncan.
Phyllis is also preceded in death by her loving husband of 61 years, Robert J. "Bob" Surowiec; son, Michael Surowiec, and brothers, Willard, James, and...
Harold L. Wilkins
Dec 22, 2025
Harold L. Wilkins, 65, of Elkhart, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Methodist Southlake Hospital in Merriville, IN. He was born in Elkhart, IN on August 17, 1960, to the late James and Violet Wilkins.
Harold is also preceded in death by his wife of over 30 years, Diana L. Wilkins and his baby brother, James Wilkins. He...
James Allen "Jim" Kirts
Dec 22, 2025
James Allen "Jim" Kirts, 64, of Swartz Creek, Michigan, passed away peacefully within the familiar comforts of his own home on Monday, December 22, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Though his passing leaves a quiet space behind, Jim's life was anything but quiet—and those who knew him will remember a man who lived fast, laughed often, and loved deeply.
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Brandon Lee ((The Gentle Giant)) Cross
Dec 22, 2025
Brandon Lee Cross, 49, of Goshen, passed away peacefully within the familiar confines of his own home on Monday, December 22, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., following an extended illness. True to the way he lived his life, Brandon did not leave this world alone—his family was there, surrounding him with love, laughter, and the comfort he so freely gave...
Thelma Ann (Mann) Bixler
Dec 21, 2025
Thelma Ann Bixler, 89, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at Bell Tower Health and Rehabilitation Center in Granger on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 6:00 a.m. Her life was marked by steady devotion, quiet perseverance, and a love that revealed itself through care for others.
She was born on June 26, 1936, in St. Joseph County, Michigan, the eldest daughter of...
Doris Helen Hasse
Dec 21, 2025
Doris Helen Hasse, 90, of Elkhart, went Home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 21, 2025.
Doris was born on January 27, 1935 in New York City, to Josef and Valeria (Zolandz) Stann. She married the love of her life, Robert "Bob" Hasse, at Calvary Baptist Church in New York City on October 6, 1956. ...
James Patrick Quinlan, Sr.
Dec 20, 2025
James Patrick Quinlan, 71, of Elkhart, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at his home.
James was born on July 18, 1954 in South Bend, IN to James Peter Quinlan Sr., and Mary (Atherton) Quinlan.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Quinlan and niece, Heather Quinlan.
James...
Leonard D. Cook
Dec 19, 2025
Pastor Leonard Duane Cook, 79, of Elkhart, was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 19, 2025, at his residence. He was born in Kendallville, IN on May 25, 1946, to the late Estin and Mary Alice (Grossman) Cook.
Leonard was also preceded in death by his sister Joy. He is survived by his loving wife, Janet K....
Mary Anna Doncaster
Dec 19, 2025
Mary Anna Doncaster, 91, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025 at Waterford Crossing in Goshen.
Mary was born in Elkhart, IN on March 7, 1934 to James Arthur McLain and Helen (Angel) McLain. She married the love of her life John Doncasteron August 10, 1963 in Elkhart.
She is preceded in death...
Paula Elaine (Troutwine) Dailey
Dec 18, 2025
Paula Elaine Dailey, 98, of Goshen, went Home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
Paula was born on June 7, 1927 in South Bend, IN to the late, Paul A. and Nancy "Ellen" (Lovell) Troutwine. She married Walter "Doc" S. Dailey in Laporte, IN in November of 1972. Doc passed away...
Patricia Ann (Liken) "Pat" Donofry
Dec 16, 2025
Patricia Ann (Liken) Donofry, age 86 of Bristol, IN, died Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at the Center for Hospice Care Esther's House in Elkhart, IN.
Pat was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on August 17, 1939, to the late Russell Breckenridge Liken and Alberta Luella Liken (Muehlbronner). Pat had one older brother, Charles E. Liken and one stepbrother,...
William Douglas Stephens
Dec 15, 2025
William "Bill" Douglas Stephens, 89, of Elkhart, passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025 at Elkhart General Hospital.
Bill was born on May 10, 1936 in Elkhart, IN to the late, William J. Stephens and Lillian E. (Price) Stephens. Like a modern love story, he married the love of his life, Sally (Hussey) Stephens on June 15, 1963 in Spring Valley,...
John P. Mullikin
Dec 10, 2025
John Paul Mullikin, 66, of Elkhart, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at Elkhart General Hospital. He was born on July 9, 1959 in Jackson, TN to the late William Ledford Mullikin and Margaret (Fortune) McKee. He was the youngest of 8 children and was preceded in death by his brothers, William...
Shirley Ruth (Neterer) Mccreary
Dec 7, 2025
Shirley Ruth (Neterer) McCreary, 95, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully of natural causes at HolistiCare group home on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 4:43 a.m.
Born on May 24, 1930, in Edwardsburg, Michigan, Shirley was the beloved daughter of Franklin "Frank" and Mildred (Smith) Neterer, whose gentle guidance and sturdy values shaped her entire life. She carried...
Virginia M. Scarberry
Dec 7, 2025
Virginia Mae Scarberry, 76, of Elkhart, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Esther's House in Elkhart, IN. She was born in South Charleston, WV on July 19, 1949, to the late Hershel and Ethel (James) Cyrus.
Virginia is also preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Paul E. Scarberry and her brothers, Roger and...
Hobert "Hobie" Lee Mckinney
Dec 7, 2025
Hobert "Hobie" Lee McKinney, 86, of Elkhart passed away after an extended illness on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Hobie was born on April 12, 1939Â in Pigion, KY to the late, Everett and Nellie (Akers) McKinney. He is survived by his wife, Ruby (Berry) McKinney. They were married on September 2, 2002 in Elkhart, IN.
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Virginia Lee Roberts
Dec 6, 2025
Virginia Lee Roberts, 94, of Elkhart, was called to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Greenleaf Health Campus in Elkhart. She was born in Trumann, Arkansas on March 2, 1931, to the late Harry and Estella (Taylor) Woods.
Virginia is also preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Arlie R. Roberts;...
Betty "Nana" Viola Griffin
Dec 6, 2025
Betty "Nana" Viola Griffin, 95, of Elkhart, went home to her Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at her home.
Betty was born on August 3, 1930 in Elkhart, IN to the late Lawrence and Nettie Dorrier. She married the love of her life, Ernie L. Griffin on November 11, 1946. He passed away on...
Jen'A Louise Atwell
Dec 5, 2025
Jen'a Louise Atwell, 65, of Elkhart passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025 at her home.
Jen'a was born on November 22, 1960 in Elkhart, IN to Harold Leroy Michalski and Barbara Louise (Davis) Lung.
She is preceded in death by her first husband, Scott Teague.
Jen'a is survived by her children, Corey...
