Edward L. Herr
Aug 9, 2026
Edward “Ed” Lloyd Herr, 66, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026.
Edward was born on August 30, 1959 in Gary, IN to Lloyd Herr and Helen (Gaines) Herr. Ed was married to Susan (Leyden) Herr on December 27, 1980 in Highland, IN.
Edward is preceded in death by his mother, Helen Herr and brother, Daniel Herr.
Edward is survived by...
Michael Ray Vazquez
Aug 7, 2026
Michael Ray Vazquez, 72, of Wakarusa, IN, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026, at The Waters of Wakarusa. He was born in July 19, 1954, in Gary, IN to the late Michael R. Vazquez and Mary Luna Vazquez.
Cremation was chosen and will take place at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St. in Elkhart, IN.
Michael was a hard worker and...
Barbara Ann Nunley
Aug 7, 2026
Mrs. Barbara Ann Nunley, 82, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 7, 2026, at 11:17 a.m.
Barbara was born in Marietta, Ohio, on March 14, 1944, to the late James Robert and Juanita Joy (Laughery) Poland. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Richard B. Poland, and her beloved son, Richard R. Nunley, Jr.
Barbara leaves behind a...
Aristides Bonos
Aug 7, 2026
Aristides “Ari” Bonos, 76, formerly from Lesvos, Greece, unexpectedly passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026, at his residence. He was born on July 18, 1950, to the late Eustratros and Ariadne (Demertzi) Bonos.
Ari is survived by his wife of 20 years, Cathleen Bonos; brother, Yanni Bonos; sister, Laskarina; and many other nieces and nephews.
Burial will take place at Riverside...
Randy Wayne Shafer
Aug 6, 2026
Arrangements for Randy are currently pending here at the funeral home.
Stuart M. Herbert
Aug 5, 2026
Stuart "Stu" Herbert, 70, a lifelong resident of Elkhart and dedicated public servant, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of service, humor, and a deep love for his family and canine companions.
Born in Newburgh, NY and moved to Elkhart in 1973. Stu graduated from Elkhart Central High School in 1973. Driven by a desire to...
Mark E. Stout
Aug 4, 2026
Mark E. Stout, 67, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
Mark was born on July 7, 1959 to the late Boyd E. and Dona C. Stout.
Mark is survived by his children, Bailey (Collin) Howard and Elliott Denton, both of Elkhart; several grandchildren, sister, Janet (Rin) Sonam and brother, Tom (Suzy) Stout of Elkhart.
In his early years, he liked...
Patrick A. Bleiler
Aug 3, 2026
Patrick Allen Bleiler
Age 69
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Patrick Allen Bleiler, age 69. Patrick lived a life defined by service, laughter, generosity, and an unwavering love and dedication for his family. He passed away on Monday after quietly and bravely battling an aggressive cancer.
Patrick is survived by his beloved wife and inseparable life partner, Tanya Bleiler, whom...
Robert "Bob" G. Price
Aug 3, 2026
Robert “Bob” G. Price, 74, of Edwardsburg, MI passed away on Monday, August 3, 2026 at Elkhart General Hospital.
Bob was born on June 4, 1952 in Elkhart, IN to the late William A. Price and Margaret (Meyer) Price.
He is preceded in death by his parents; stepdaughter, Lori Whitten and step granddaughter, Amber Gilley.
Bob is survived by his children, Bob (Wendi)...
Maria M. Naert
Aug 1, 2026
Maria M. Naert, 96, of Elkhart, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at HolistiCare Homes in Elkhart. She was born on November 1, 1929, to the late Hermann H. and Erna Marie Sophie (Boldt) Varenhorst.
Maria is also preceded in death by her loving husband Albert P. Naert; grandson, Christian M. Hiar; and her brother and sister-in-law, Peter (Riekje) Varenhorst....
Warren G. Baumgardner
Jul 31, 2026
Warren G. Baumgardner, 39, of Elkhart, IN passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 31, 2026 at Elkhart General Hospital.
Warren was born on September 10, 1986 in Elkhart, IN to Ron Baumgardner and Sue (Wilson) Baumgardner.
Warren is survived by his parents, Ron and Sue Baumgardner; siblings, Craig (Wendy) Baumgardner and David Baumgardner (Kayla Scott); grandmother, Wanda Baumgardner; nephews and nieces, Madison...
Ken W. Sloat
Jul 27, 2026
Ken Walter Sloat, 69, of Edwardsburg, MI passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026 at his home.
Ken was born on April 16, 1957 in Elizabethtown, PA.
Ken is survived by his children, Sabastian Sloat and Alexandria Sloat; mother of his children, Jessica Ernest; several brothers and sisters; close friends like brothers, Stephen Stott and Mark Wesner.
Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Ken...
Ronald W. Taylor
Jul 26, 2026
Ronald W. Taylor, 75, of Elkhart, IN passed away after an extended illness on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at his home.
Ron was born in Elkhart, IN on December 11, 1950 to the late Jack and Lois (Boyer) Taylor. He is survived by the love of his life, Sue (Turpin) Taylor.
Ron is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sue Taylor...
Gloria E. Young
Jul 24, 2026
Gloria E. Young, 89, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Raclin House. She was born in Dubuque, IA on May 15, 1937, to the late Cristo Milcoff and Elizabeth (Gulyash) Milcoff.
Gloria is preceded in death by her siblings, George, Julia, John, Mary, Leo, Betty, Rich, Don, Vic, Roger, and Ronnie. She is survived by her loving...
Ms. Ollie Mae Gilbert
Jul 24, 2026
Ms. Ollie Mae Gilbert, 80, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully at Brickyard Healthcare Facility in Elkhart on Friday, July 24, 2026, at 12:35 p.m., following an extended illness.
Born in Blytheville, Arkansas, on June 26, 1946, Ollie was the beloved daughter of the late Calvin and Mary (Swift) Gilbert. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Nathaniel Gilbert, Nathan...
William C. "Bill" Hasha
Jul 23, 2026
William C. “Bill” Hasha, 67, of Elkhart, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at Esther’s House in Elkhart, IN. He was born on July 2, 1959, in Los Angeles, CA.
Bill is survived by his loving wife Patricia Lee (Kucinich) Hasha, whom he married in Elkhart on March 14, 2012. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Mary Kucinich. Bill...
Bonnell Harper
Jul 22, 2026
In Loving Memory of Bonnell Harper
Bonnell Harper, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, at the age of 83.
She was born on March 21, 1943, in Elkhart, Indiana, to Anna M. Harris (Williams) and Ray Glend.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Deidra Harper; her mother and...
Sensei Richard Allen Hooven
Jul 20, 2026
Richard Allen "Rich" Hooven
Richard Allen "Rich" Hooven, affectionately and respectfully known throughout the martial arts community as "Sensei Hooven," passed away peacefully within the familiar comforts of his Elkhart home on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 10:33 p.m., following an extended illness. He was 76.
Born in South Bend on October 1, 1949, Rich was the son of the late Francis...
Linda L. Kelly
Jul 18, 2026
Ms. Linda Lou Kelly, 83, of Elkhart, passed away peacefully within the familiar comforts of her own home with her family at her side on Saturday, July 18, 2026, following an extended illness.
Born in Chicago, Illinois, on February 23, 1943, Linda was the daughter of the late MSG Roy C. Hanson, US Army and Grace Mary (Fairfield) Spencer. She lived...
Marietta Wilkerson
Jul 17, 2026
Marietta Wilkerson, “Mimi,” 96, of Elkhart, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2026, at Hubbard Hill Estates Retirement Home. She was born on March 13, 1930, in Seymour, IN to the late John and Esther Marie (Lahne) Peters.
Marietta is also preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Donald “Don” Wilkerson; brother, Robert Peters; and sisters, Kay Skinner,...
