View Kyrian Sims Elkhart Kyrian Tyshon Sims was born sleeping on November 28, 2019 at 4:26 PM at Elkhart General Hospital.  He is survived by his mother, Tychea Grey; brothers, Ja’Shon and Cameron Grey; one sister, Na’Kyra Grey; and grandparents Shamiko Grey and Clarence Sims. There will not be any services.  Palmer Funeral Home-River Park Chapel and Southlawn Cremation Services are assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to the family at… Kyrian Tys…

View Edna Knox Edna Jean Knox, 87, formerly of South Bend, Indiana passed away on Monday, November 25, 2019 at Settler’s Place, La Porte, Indiana surrounded by her loving family.  Edna was born on January 8, 1932 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Clifford Denver Churchill and Gertrude Mabel (Rans) Churchill and remained a lifelong resident.  In 1951, in South Bend, Indiana Edna married Leonard Trojanowski, who preceded her in death.  On November 16, 1991, in South Bend, Indian…

View Geraldine “Gerry” Hoffman South Bend Geraldine “Gerry” Hoffman, 84, passed away suddenly on Friday, November 22, 2019 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka, IN. She was born on August 24, 1935 in South Bend, Indiana to the late John F. and Verna B. (Stafanski) Durskey.  Gerry retired from Edison Middle School as a lunch room attendant.  She previously waitressed at Stage Coach Inn in River Park and the Villa Capri, South Bend.  Gerry is survived by her husband, …

View Jeral “Jerry” Holmes North Liberty Jeral A. “Jerry” Holmes, 85, of North Liberty, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2019 at the Trailpoint Village, South Bend. Jerry was born October 26, 1934 in South Bend, to the late Alton and Ethel (McCarty) Holmes.  In 1952 Jerry enlisted in the United States Army during the Korean conflict; he was honorably discharged in 1955. Jerry was a Press Operator in the shipping department at Wells Aluminum; retiring in 1997 after thirty-eight years of se…

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View Larry Brown, Sr. Mr. Larry G. Brown, Sr., 68, passed away on the morning of Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at Memorial Hospital in South Bend. Larry was born on March 17, 1951 to the late Wendell and Alberta (Hayes) Brown. Larry was a talented musician who made his living playing music. He was a life-long resident of the area. On February 13, 1973, Larry was united in marriage to Elizabeth Naomi Gladney, who preceded him in death on August 5, 2010. Larry enjoyed the time he got to spend wi…

View Theresa Wibbens Theresa M. Wibbens, 96, of South Bend passed away Monday, November 25, 2019 at the Center for Hospice surrounded by her loving family.  She was born September 1, 1923 in Plati, Italy to the late Joseph and Marian (Zirilli) Catanzarite.  On June 29, 1946 in South Bend, she married Virgil J. Wibbens, who preceded her in death on April 13, 2012. Theresa is survived by her daughter, Dr. Cheryl (Dr. Neil) Wibbens-Lesh; son, John (Tess) Wibbens; seven grandchildren, E…

View Tadeusz Stanaszek Granger Tadeusz A. Stanaszek, 78, residing in Granger, passed away at 4:00 am Tuesday, November 19, 2019 in Bell Tower Health & Rehab, Granger. He was born December 17, 1940 in Maków Podhalanski, Poland to the late Michaí and Anastazja (Nicieja) Stanaszek.   On September 1, 1962, Tadeusz married the former Krystyna Jara, who survives. In addition to his loving wife of 57 years, he is survived by a daughter, Eva (Mike) Pavolko of Mishawaka; and grandchildren, Me…

View Loraine Perkins North Liberty Loraine (Adams) Perkins, 82 years old, of North Liberty, was reunited with her loving husband at 6:48 p.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2019 on their 56th wedding anniversary. She was surrounded by her family and her beloved dog, Katie, at her home. Loraine was born on January 11, 1937 in North Liberty to the late LeRoy and Emily (Blad) Adams. She remained a lifelong resident of North Liberty. On November 23, 1963 in North Liberty, Loraine and Howard L. Perkins…

View Ethel O’Banion Ms. Ethel M. O’Banion, 82, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Monday, November 18, 2019 at Memorial Hospital in South Bend. Ethel was born on the late Ollie and Bertha (Conley) Bailey in Salyersville, KY on April 10, 1937. Ethel spent most of her life in New Carlisle. On June 6, 1960, Ethel was united in marriage to Norman T. O’Banion, who preceded her in death on June 21, 2007 after 47 years of marriage. Ethel was a devoted mother, a loving grandmother,… Ms. Eth…

View Richard “Dick” Jankowski South Bend Richard “Dick” A. Jankowski, 85, lifelong South Bend resident, passed away Wednesday morning, November 20, 2019 at Brookdale in South Bend. He was born November 28, 1933 in South Bend to the late Frank W. and Lucille (March) Jankowski.   Dick served his country honorably in the United States Army. He worked in construction management and retired from both Rieth Riley and Selge Construction Companies. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church…

View Velma Royster Ms. Velma Marie Royster, 57, of South Bend, born in Leland, Mississippi on February 10, 1962 to the union of the late Jessie Johnson and Charlie Ceal Johnson, passed away at her home in South Bend at 12:17 A.M. on Sunday, November 17, 2019. Velma was preceded in death by her father Jessie Johnson, mother Charlie Ceal Coleman, grandfather Johnny B. Coleman and brother Karlitos Johnson. She was a member of Greater New Jerusalem Baptist Church. She was employed at Measle Eleme…

View Joann McClure Joann, 93, was born to Earl and Alyda Schuhardt and grew up in Grand Rapids, MI.  She received a B.A. in Economics from Kalamazoo College in 1948.  On Sept. 9, 1950, she married Jerry McClure and his job brought them to South Bend, IN in 1951.  After raising four children with Jerry, Joann commuted to Western Michigan College, earning a Master’s degree in Library Science in 1973.   She then worked as a manager for the St. Joseph County Public Librar…

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View Vanessa Bradford On Friday, November 15, 2019, surrounded by her family, Vanessa Bradford was called from Earth to Heaven’s reward at the age of 60. Vanessa was born in Parma, MO on March 10, 1959 to Issac Wheeler and the late Clemmie L. Beane. She grew up in Bernie, MO and was raised by Ophelia Beane and the late Mitchell Beane upon her mother’s death. She attended and graduated from Bernie High School in Bernie, MO. After graduating, she moved to South Bend, IN where she attended and g…

View Shawn Irvin Mishawaka Mr. Shawn A. Irvin of Mishawaka, IN. passed away unexpectedly in Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Hospital on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 in Mishawaka, Indiana at the age of 51. Shawn is survived by a son, Shawn Anthony Irvin Jr. of Niles, Michigan and a brother, Kevin (Diane) Irvin of South Bend, Indiana.  Shawn was born on November 1, 1968 in Dowagiac, Michigan and attended Dowagiac schools.   Shawn was raised in a loving home in Dowagiac, Michig…

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View James Edwards James N. Edwards, 85, passed away on November 18, 2019 at his residence in South Bend. James was born on June 11, 1934 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late James N. Sr. and Erma Edwards. James moved to South Bend in 1998, having previously resided in Gary, IN. On April 27, 2002, James was united in marriage to Margaret (Blount) Edwards, who survives. James was a United States Navy veteran who proudly served his country during the Korean Conflict and was faithfully employed as a tr…

View Jeffrey DuBois South Bend SOUTH BEND – Jeffrey A. DuBois, 66, residing in South Bend, Indiana passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka, IN following a second battle with lymphoma. Jeff was born in South Bend on January 12, 1953 to James and Dolores Joann (Halter) DuBois. He was a 1971 graduate of South Bend Clay High School. Throughout his career Jeff worked for various companies including Borden Dairy, Gra-Bell Truck Line, and Patrick I…

View Dave-Erasto Andedo Granger Dave-Erasto Andedo, 32, of Granger, Indiana, passed away at his residence on Monday, November 11, 2019. Dave was born July 27, 1987 in Nairobi, Kenya, to George and Paschalina (Ongare) Andedo. Dave went to Hillside Academy Kampala for a British system 4 year Cambridge University Ordinary Level programme.  He was identified to sit for the 4th year examination in the third year because of his exemplary performance, graduating in 2005.  He then joined Na…

View Charles Niblick South Bend Charles E. “Charlie” Niblick, 83, of South Bend passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at Hospice House.  He was born on July 2, 1936 in South Bend to the late Charles Niblick and Helen (Yustwan) Hill.  On June 30, 1979 in South Bend, he married the love of his life, Kathy (Deeds) Niblick who survives. Also surviving are his sons, Shawn Niblick and Eric Niblick; daughter, Penny (Michael) Linner; stepson, Jesse (Pam) Taylor; stepdaughter, Julie (Char…

View Pauline Studt Elkhart Pauline Marie Studt 89 years old, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2019.  Pauline was born on September 10, 1930 to the late Fred and Matilda (Kierleis) Kellen.  On November 24, 1951, Pauline married the late Clarence George Studt in Niles, Michigan.  Clarence preceded her in death as well as one daughter, Priscilla Studt and her sister, Mary Baggett.  Pauline is survived by her daughters Lo Rayne Hope (James) Johnson, of Delray Beach, Fl, Rho…

View Warren “Korky” Korkhouse South Bend Warren L. “Korky” Korkhouse, Sr., 88, of South Bend, Indiana, passed away early Monday morning, November 11, 2019 at the Sanctuary at Holy Cross. Korky was born April 15, 1931 in South Bend, to the late Walter Lee and Blanche W. (Rochon) Korkhouse. On May 15, 1948 in South Bend, he married the former Virginia C. Otolski, who survives. Korky retired from the United States Navy after twenty-one years of service. He served two tours in Vietnam. After reti…

View Irene Panzica Irene Anne Panzica, 95, passed peacefully in the embrace of family on November 10. She was born July 25, 1924 in South Bend, IN to Samuel (“Xavier Gembarzewski”) and Elizabeth (Markowski) Gember. On June 5, 1948, at St. Hedwig Catholic Church in South Bend, she married Anthony J. Panzica, whose death preceded hers by 100 days. Irene was also preceded in death by sisters Beatrice Szymczak and Rosemarie Ratajczak; and brothers Arthur Gember and Robert Gember. Together Irene a…

View Edith Allen New Carlisle Edith Lucille (Hier) Allen, 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, November 10, 2019 at her residence in New Carlisle, IN. She was born on August 28, 1935 in Flushing, MI, to Jessie Eddy and Myrtie Lelah (Luce) Hier, both of whom preceded her in death. On June 16, 1956, Edith married Donald Charles Allen, who also preceded her in death. Edith is survived by her four daughters, Nancy Wineapple, Janice Iwanowski, Maria Allen, and Angela (Melvin) Backus; tw…

View Harry Scholz Harry Scholz, 70, of South Bend, IN passed away at 7:23 p.m. Friday, November 8, 2019 at his home.  He was born on January 15, 1949 in Bad Nauheim, Germany.  Harry is survived by his daughter, Tara Wagoner of South Bend, IN; son, Colin (Kristina) Scholz of South Bend, IN and four grandchildren, Austin Wagoner, Chloe Klopfenstein, Kennedy Scholz and Oliver Scholz all of South Bend, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gunther Scholz and Eva Fell. Harry serve…

View Patricia Kelly South Bend Patricia Nan Kelly, 66, of South Bend passed away Monday, November 11, 2019 at Golden Living Center-Fountainview in Mishawaka.  She was born December 6, 1952 in Benton Harbor, MI to the late Frank G. and Donna H. (Warsko) Kelly. Patty is survived by her brother, Kevin M. Kelly; and a host of family and friends.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded by her sister, Mary K. Kelly. Patty loved music; she played the accordion and handbells.  Sh…

View Doris Probst Doris D. Probst, 92 years old, passed away at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, November 11, 2019 at Wedgewood Pines in South Bend.  Mrs. Probst was born on June 6, 1927 in San Augustine, TX to the late Horace C. and Lillian B. (Eppes) DeFee.  She lived in Illinois for many years and worked as a clerk with Metra Railroad.  Along with her parents, Mrs. Probst was preceded in death by her husband, Keiner; son, Steven Thompson; and sister, Lucretia Pedersen. Mrs. Probst is su…

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View Adrianne Jozwiak Granger Adrianne Marie Jowiak, 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, November 9, 2019 at Brookdale of Granger, IN. She was born on May 7, 1936 in South Bend, IN, to Ignatius and Joan (Wcisel) Lupa, both of whom preceded her in death. Adrianne is survived by daughter, Margy (Jerry) Macri of Granger; sons, Kevin (Laura) Jozwiak and Jim (Shawn) Jozwiak; twelve grandchildren, Heather, Heidi, Rebecca, Sarah, Shawn, David, Paul, Gerard, Jacob, Jonathon, Kendra and Al…

View Barbara White South Bend Barbara J. White, 89, of South Bend, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2019 at Grand Emerald Place.  She was born November 28, 1929 in Lansing, MI to the late DeVere and Cecile (Sawin) Ervin.  On June 28, 1947 in Three Oaks, MI, Barbara married William F. White, who preceded her in death on October 25, 1983. Barbara is survived by three daughters, Celia (Len) Moretti, Sherry (Raymond) Landrum, and Wendi (Willard) Vest; six grandchildren, William Moretti,…

View Judith Sanders Elkhart Judith Fay Sanders, 68, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Elkhart General Hospital. Judith was born on July 7, 1951 in Dowagiac, Michigan to the late Billy and Evelyn (Robinson) Ackerman. Judith is survived by her sisters, Cathy Johnson of Elkhart, Rosie Young of Niles, Michigan, Tina Ackerman of Elkhart; brothers Billy Ackerman of Elkhart, Dennis Ackerman of Traverse City, Michigan, Danny Ackerman, Ricky Ackerman and Chris Ackerman all from Kingsley, M…

View Anthony Byrd Anthony DeWayne Byrd, 49, passed away on the morning of Wednesday, November 6, 2019 after battling an extended illness. Anthony was born on July 7, 1970 in South Bend, IN to James Lee and Laura (Waters) Byrd. Anthony was employed as a cook for Applebees in Mishawaka and was a devoted father, son, extended family member and friend. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Anthony is survived by his mother, Laura Byrd, of South Bend; four daughters: Ashley Bingham, Aisek…

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View Jackie Nuner South Bend Jackie Welsh Nuner, age 61, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family, after a brief illness at 2:17 p.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2019. Jackie was born on July 2, 1958 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Jack and Joyce Welsh. Jackie had three sisters, Judith Stone who preceded her in death, Jeanne Welsh of Granger, IN and Janet Auker of Rock Island, IL Jackie was blessed with five children, Mandy Purser Johnston of Mishawaka, Michael Purser of Lakevi…

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View Ronald Coney South Bend Ronald Gerald Coney July 10, 1941 – November 2, 2019 SOUTH BEND – Ronald Gerald Coney, 78, residing in South Bend, Indiana passed away Saturday, November 2, 2019 at Signature Health and Rehabilitation, South Bend. Ronald was born on July 10, 1941 in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late Cecil Gerald Coney and Mary Lucille (Reeder) Coney and has been a lifelong resident of this area.  For many years, Ronald was under the compassionate care of Corvilla, Incorporated, …