Obituaries
Elkhart, Indiana Obituaries
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,...
Roy Martin "Papa Amen" Parker
Jun 12, 2026
Mr. Roy Martin Parker, lovingly known by his grandchildren as “Papa Amen” because of his unapologetic and unwavering love for the Lord, passed away peacefully within the familiar comforts of his own home, surrounded by his faithful and loving family, on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 2:30 p.m., following an extended illness. Though his earthly journey has ended, his family...
Janae A. Lawrence
Jun 12, 2026
Janae Ann Lawrence, 64, of Elkhart passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026 at her home.
Janae was born on March 22, 1962 in Elkhart, IN to the late, Lester LeRoy Brown and Mary Irene (Oaks) Brown.
Janae is survived by her daughter, Rose Marie (Rob) Bertrem and her close sisters, Tonya Marie Emmerson and Lauree Brown and many extended family members.
In...
Brandon K. Wills
Jun 10, 2026
With broken hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Brandon K. Wills, 28, of Elkhart, on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
Born on May 14, 1998, to beloved mother Angela (Delks) Weaver and David E. Wills Jr., Brandon filled our lives with love, laughter, and joy from the very beginning.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Jerry and Merry...
Lucinda Ann "Cindy" Evans
Jun 9, 2026
Mrs. Lucinda Ann “Cindy” Evans, 82, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully within the familiar comfort of her daughter’s home on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 11:30 a.m., following an extended illness. Though her family now mourns her absence deeply, they also celebrate a life that was filled with perseverance, laughter, loyalty, and a deep love for the people she...
Hubert Lee Lowry Sr.
Jun 9, 2026
Hubert Lee Lowry Sr., 87, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Esther’s House in Elkhart, IN. He was born on March 30, 1939, in Bedford, KY to the late James Clinton Lowry Sr. and Francis Ann Lowry.
Hubert is also preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Venetta E. Lowry; sons, Hubert Lee Lowry Jr....
Pamela Jean Huffer
Jun 9, 2026
Pamela “Pam” Jean Huffer, 61 of Elkhart passed away after an extended illness at her home.
Pam was born in South Bend, IN on December 10, 1964 to the late Larry Hankins and Andria Jean (Colbert) Starkweather. She married the love of her life, Charles “Dan” Huffer on October 5, 2018 in Elkhart, IN.
She is preceded in death by brothers, Danny...
Jason W. Holland
Jun 5, 2026
Jason W. Holland, 50, of Bristol, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Bristol on January 14, 1976, to the late Doug Holland and Christine A. (Frank) Rice, who survive him.
Jason is also survived by his children, Payton Holland and Ashton Suranyi; siblings, Matthew P. Holland and Michelle Rice; stepsisters, Mindi Bean and...
Shirley R. "Renea" Covington
Jun 5, 2026
Mrs. Shirley R. “Renea” Covington, 56, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully at Eastlake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center with her faithful and loving family gathered closely by her side on Friday, June 5, 2026, at 1:09 p.m., following an extended illness. Though her family’s hearts are heavy in her absence, they take comfort in knowing that Renea’s life was one...
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