Obituaries
Elkhart, Indiana Obituaries
Abundio Zagal Melgoza
Jul 5, 2026
Abundio Zagal Melgoza, 91, of Ekhart, IN, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Teloloapan, Guerrero, Mexico on July 27, 1934.
Mass will take place on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 1108 S Main St, Elkhart, IN 46516. Visitation will...
Frank E. Atkinson
Jul 2, 2026
Frank E. Atkinson, 96, of Elkhart, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026 at Center for Hospice Care in Elkhart.
Frank was born in Monroe, LA on May 5, 1930 to the late, Hubert and Vivian M. (Barnaby) Atkinson. He is preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy “Dot” Ann (Steffel) Atkinson on December 14, 2006.
He is also preceded in death...
Ferne M. Dansfield
Jun 30, 2026
Ferne M. Dansfield, 84, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at her home. She was born on March 8, 1942, in Chicago, IL to the late Elmer and Marion (Bauer) Slabbaert. Besides being a longtime Elkhart resident, she lived most of her life in St. Joseph, MI.
Ferne is survived by her loving husband, Ramon “Ray” Dansfield; children,...
Donald L. Fisk
Jun 29, 2026
Donald “Don” Leroy Fisk, 72, of Elkhart, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Don was born in Hillsdale, MI on August 1, 1953 to Ford Franklin Fisk and Olive Jean (Lehman) Fisk. He married the love of his life, Laura (Williams) Fisk on September 17, 1994 in Mishawaka, IN.
Don is survived by his wife of close to 32 years,...
Larry Fleischman
Jun 29, 2026
Ken "Larry" Fleischman, 76, of Elkhart, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026 at Elkhart General Hospital.
There will be no services for Larry. He will be cremated.
An obituary will be posted soon. Thank you!
Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, IN 46514 is assisting the family.
Lois Middleton-Curry
Jun 28, 2026
Ms. Lois Middleton Curry, 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at 9:35 a.m. at Evergreen Commons Nursing Center in East Greenbush, New York, following an extended illness. Earlier this year, Lois relocated to New York to be lovingly cared for by her niece, Wendy Barnett. As her health declined, she became a resident of Evergreen Commons, where...
Hazel A. Walters
Jun 27, 2026
In Loving Memory and Joyful Celebration of Life
Hazel Arnell Walters
January 25, 1940 – June 27, 2026
"Well done, good and faithful servant... Enter into the joy of your Lord." — Matthew 25:23
With grateful hearts and deep sadness, we celebrate the beautiful life of Hazel Arnell Walters, who peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June...
Robby Lynn Peters
Jun 25, 2026
Robby Lynn Peters, 55, of Elkhart, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at Elkhart General Hospital.
Robby was born on July 28, 1970 in South Bend Osteopathic Hospital to Stewart “Stu” Gene Peters and Theresa “Terri” Kay (Hawkins) Peters.
He is preceded in death by his father, Stewart G. Peters on May 3, 2020, and nephew Jaxcin E. Williams on...
Keven Scott Hollar
Jun 25, 2026
Mr. Keven Scott Hollar, 66, passed away peacefully in the comfort and familiarity of his own home on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 6:12 a.m. Although he faced health challenges for much of his life, Keven never allowed them to define him. Instead, he was known for his joyful spirit, kind heart, and genuine love for people. He lived a...
Rick A Roberts
Jun 24, 2026
Rick A Roberts, 78, of Elkhart, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at home with his family. Rick was born in Hollywood, CA, on August 15, 1947. His parents are the late Frederick and Collene (Woodward) Roberts. On April 16, 1994, he married the former Brenda Kay Nellist, she survives him.
Rick graduated from Kokomo High School and later earned...
Tamyra S. Rosenberry
Jun 21, 2026
Tamyra Suzette Rosenberry, 78, of Bristol, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Elkhart General Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born on November 6, 1947 and married Dwayne Rosenberry in December of 1981 where they shared a beautiful home and had a wonderful, blended family that she loved immensely.
Tamy is survived by her daughters, Michelle “Shelly” (Todd)...
Joe Clark McCollough
Jun 21, 2026
George “Joe” Clark McCollough, age 67, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026, in Elkhart, Indiana, the city where his story began on December 12, 1958.
Joe was many things throughout his life: a jeweler, an audio-video engineer, a craftsman, a gardener, a devoted father, a proud grandfather, a beloved brother and son, and a loyal friend. Above all else, however,...
Garry Carroll Courier
Jun 19, 2026
Garry Carroll Courier, 76, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026 at Elkhart General Hospital.
Garry was born on August 29, 1949 in Springfield, IL to the late, Dan L. Courier and Alberta (Toliver) Courier. He married Kathy (Wokeck) Courier in 2007.
Garry is preceded in death by his son, Gary Brian Courier in 2021.
Garry is survived by his wife...
Norma Jean Ravenscroft-Bailey
Jun 18, 2026
Norma Jean Ravenscroft-Bailey, 92, of Elkhart went Home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at her home.
Jean was born in Elkhart, IN on December 30, 1933 to the late, William Stilwell and Henrietta (Gaines) Stilwell.
She is preceded in death by her first husband of 57 years, Richard Ravenscroft and most recently her second husband,...
Lenda Diane Crume
Jun 17, 2026
Mrs. Lenda D. Crume, 81, passed away peacefully at her Elkhart home on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 6:50 a.m.
She was born on August 2, 1945, in Lunsford, Arkansas, to Glenda L. Taber. On May 31, 1988, in Elkhart, she married the love of her life, Tsu Gong Zhu, who survives.
Along with her devoted husband, Lenda is survived by her...
Daniel "Dan" Frank Garl Sr.
Jun 17, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Mr. Daniel Garl, Sr., who left us on June 17, 2026. Born on May 5, 1943 in Cassopolis, Michigan, Daniel lived a life full of warmth, laughter, contemplation, and invaluable wisdom.
Dan was a man of great character, embodying a blend of patience, tolerance and an intentional approach to...
Richard Lee Spesshardt
Jun 16, 2026
Richard Lee Spesshardt, 90, of Edwardsburg, MI passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at his home.
Richard was born on August 30, 1935 in Elkhart, IN to the late, Earl and Pearl (Hafer) Spesshardt. His wife, Virginia (Davis) Spesshardt whom survives after 47 years of marriage.
He leaves behind a family that he dearly loved and cared for.
Richard grew up on...
Nina Sangeeta Holdread
Jun 15, 2026
Nina Sangeeta Holdread, 54, of Bristol, IN passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026.
Nina Sangeeta Holdread, 54, of Bristol, IN passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026.
Nina was born on July 31, 1971 in London, England, to the late, Harshad Doshi, MD and Bharati Doshi.
She married the love of her life, David “Dave” Holdread on June 18, 2014 in Oahu,...
Christopher Michael "Topher" Bucks
Jun 13, 2026
Mr. Christopher Michael “Chris” Bucks, affectionately known to those closest to him as “Topher,” passed away unexpectedly within the familiar comforts of his Elkhart home on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 3:48 p.m. He was 25 years old.
Born in Elkhart, Indiana, on September 9, 2000, Chris was the beloved son of Jaimee Michelle (Steve) Kamp of Bristol and John Christian...
Wayne R. Myers
Jun 13, 2026
Wayne Roy Myers, 87, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Wayne was born on June 27, 1938, in Syracuse, Indiana, to the late Leonard and Vera (Mitchell) Myers. On December 6, 1968, he married the love of his life, Sharon Myers, at Trinity Lutheran Church.
Wayne is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years,...
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