Obituaries

May 25, 2025

Jay A. Krull, 71, of Goshen, passed away on Sunday May 25, 2025, at Majestic Care of Goshen. He was born on October 8, 1953, in Goshen to the late Gerald "Jerry" and Elizabeth (Johnson) Krull. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Mari Hall.

Jay, a graduate of World Harvest Bible College, was a...

May 24, 2025

Julianne "Julie" (Kuhner) Scalise, 87, passed away early Saturday morning, May 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family at Esther's House, Center for Hospice Care, Elkhart. Julie was born

on February 4, 1938 in Sharon, Pennsylvania to the late Rudolph and Christine (Schuster) Kuhner. After graduating high school, Julie attended Mercyhurst College in Erie, PA...

May 23, 2025

Carol Ann Moyer, age 68, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully in the comfort and familiarity of her own home on Friday, May 23, 2025, at 3:37 p.m. after a period of declining health. Her transition was quiet and serene, just as she lived much of her life—surrounded by love, strength, and grace.

Carol was born on...

May 23, 2025

Larry Eugene Moore, 87, of Elkhart, passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, May 23, 2025 at the home he built.

Larry was born in Elkhart, IN on January 4, 1938 to the late, Millard E. Moore and Pauline W. (Close) Moore. He married the love of his life, Sherry LaVon (Fruchey) Moore on  May 20,...

May 21, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Mr. Leon Williams

Mr. Leon Williams, 70, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully at Riverside Village nursing facility on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at 3:30 p.m.

Leon was born on September 17, 1954, in Blytheville, Arkansas, to the late Radford and Lucille (Chandler) Williams. He was preceded in death by his...

May 20, 2025

Ana Gladys Benavides, 72, of Goshen, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Goshen Hospital. She was born in San Salvador, El Salvador on November 6, 1952, to the late Pedro Jose Cotto Cortez and Ana Maria Gonzalez Benavides.

Gladys is survived by her children, Rubens Alexander Monge Benavides, Ricardo (Crystal) Benavides, Lupe Yesenia Benavides; grandchildren,...

May 20, 2025

Annie L. Kantz, 63, of Bristol, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at her home.

There will be gathering to celebrate Annie's life from 4pm to 7pm on Friday, May 30, 2025 at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, IN 46514.

Memorial Contributions may be directed to Cancer Resources of Elkhart County, 23971...

May 19, 2025

Pamela Diane Prinz, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on May 19, 2025, at the age of 75.

Born on November 2, 1949, in Wichita, Kansas, to Charles and Mary (Wood) Hutton, she moved to Norfolk, Virginia as a child and graduated from Old Dominion University with a degree in nursing. She worked...

May 18, 2025

James Anthony "Tony" Nelson, 71, of Union, MI, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at his residence after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Rector, AR on February 20, 1954, to the late Marvin Alonzo Nelson and Jenette (Merdith) Floyd.

Tony is survived by his loving wife and companion of 54 years, Sally...

May 15, 2025

Judith "Judy" Kay Demler-Roscoe, 66, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at her home.

Judy was born on April 28, 1959 to Robert D. Demler and Carol M. (Olds) Demler in South Bend. Judy was married to Kenneth Roscoe on November 19, 2008 in Las Vegas, NV. He passed away on May 27,...

May 15, 2025

Rev. Dale Linhart, 87, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025. A devoted pastor in the United Methodist Church, Dale faithfully served congregations in Swayzee, New Paris, Churubusco, and LaGrange.

Born on July 16, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio, Dale was the son of Howard and Julia Linhart and grew up in the Minerva area. He attended Taylor...

May 15, 2025

Master Sergeant Gordon Leroy "Gordie" Sherven Sr., U.S. Army, Retired, of Venice, Florida and formerly of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 11:02 a.m., while traveling near Immokalee, Florida. He was 83. A devoted patriot, proud veteran, and beloved family man, Gordie lived a life rooted in service—to his country, his fellow veterans, his...

May 13, 2025

Robert Wayne "Bob" Kamp, 78, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully—though rather unexpectedly—in the emergency department of Elkhart General Hospital on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 11:55 p.m., surrounded in spirit by those who loved him most.

Bob was born on November 6, 1946, in Elkhart to the late Wayne and Helen (Gordy) Kamp. A proud Hoosier...

May 13, 2025

Charles "Charlie" Weaver, 79, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St. in Elkhart, IN.

May 11, 2025

Ronald "Ron" J. Goorhouse, 79, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025 at his home.

Ron was born on July 4, 1945 in Hillsdale, MI to the late John and Elizabeth (Thompson) Goorhouse.

Ron is preceded in death by his first wife, Betty (Lester) Goorhouse in 1989; second wife, Grace (Edmonds) Cook-Goorhouse in...

May 9, 2025

Dale E. Crist, 93, formerly of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025, at Allisonville Meadows Assisted Living in Fishers, IN.

Dale was born in Elkhart on August 25, 1931, to the late John U. Crist and J. Ruth (Huffman) Crist. He lived for many years in Elkhart, IN, and spent over three decades in White...

May 8, 2025

Kathleen Ann Kulp, 73, of Goshen, passed away from an extended illness on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at home.

Kathy was born on November 27, 1951 in Mishawaka, IN to Henry Orsund and Betty Jane (Kindy) Orsund. She married Dennis A. Kulp on March 28, 2006 in Elkhart.

She is preceded in death by her...

May 6, 2025

Mrs. Karla Ann Schwartz, 66, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully in the loving embrace of her home, surrounded by her family, in the early hours of Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 2:17 a.m., following a fierce and fearless battle with cancer. True to her nature, she faced her illness with the same grit, humor, and grace that she...

May 5, 2025

Firefighter/EMT Thomas J. Swichtenberg, 65, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away suddenly but peacefully in his own backyard while tending to his beloved chickens on Monday, May 5, 2025, around 5:00 p.m. Though unexpected, his passing came in a place he cherished, doing something he loved, beneath the open sky he often paused to appreciate.

Tom was born...

May 5, 2025

Paul Willard "Pauly" Chapman, 63, of Elkhart, IN, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Monday, May 5, 2025. He was born on November 8, 1961, in Glen Cove, New York to the late Paul William Chapman and Mildred (Kistner) Baker.

Paul is also preceded in death by his sister, JoAnn (Quincy Sr.) Bontrager. He is survived...