April 14, 2023

J.T. Redmond, 81, of Elkhart passed away at his home on Friday, April 14, 2023.  J.T. was born on May 4, 1941 in Tutwiler, Mississippi to Sam and Irene Redmond. He married Bobbie J. Harris, she preceded him in death on August 15, 2020.

J.T. retired from Midland Ross Trucking. He enjoyed spending time at...

April 11, 2023

Carole Jo Hernandez, 61, of Elkhart passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. Carole was born on April 19, 1961 in Plymouth, IN to Thomas and Virginia Gilbert.

Carole worked for Elkhart Products for over 25 years. When she wasn’t working, she was shopping or cooking for her family. When...

April 10, 2023

Douglas Lee Mattix, 76, of Elkhart, passed away Monday April 10, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born October 31, 1946 in Hammond, IN to Robert and Cynthia Mattix.

After graduating high school, he attended Purdue University, Calumet. Doug honorably served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam war. He...

April 6, 2023

Ronald Gordon Witt, 65, of Elkhart, he was known to family and friends as one of the most positive, loving, and supportive individuals one could meet, returned to the arms of his Lord and his wife on Thursday April 6, 2023. Born to Larry and Sharon Witt on August 11, 1957, Ron's passion for his church and his family...

April 5, 2023

Paul G. Sweitzer, 77, of Cassopolis, MI passed away Wednesday April 5, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. Paul was born October 27, 1945 in Elkhart, IN to Richard and Theresa Sweitzer. He married Kathryn “Kathy” Kiriazis on November 29, 1969 at Chapel Hill Missionary Church in Union, MI.

Paul graduated from Cassopolis Public Schools...

April 3, 2023

Payton Timothy Lochotzki, 15, of Elkhart passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023. Payton was born on October 23, 2007 to Miles T. and Jennifer L. Lochotzki in Elkhart, IN.

Payton was a wonderful son and amazing big brother, grandson, nephew, and friend. He was an extremely talented baseball player and musician. He played for both the...

April 1, 2023

Alden Jaleel Watts, 22, of Mishawaka, IN passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023. Alden was born on July 26, 2000 in Alabaster, Alabama to William and Stephanie Watts.

Alden enjoyed working out, lifting weights, doing calisthenics and playing basketball. He also enjoyed watching action movies. He was known for making people laugh, especially when he would...

March 28, 2023

Jerry Al Bozzo, 74, of Elkhart, passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at Elkhart General Hospital. He was born September 17, 1948 in Elkhart to Albert and Virginia Bozzo.  He married Marcella “Marcie”  Iemma on June 26, 1971 at St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church  in Elkhart.

Jerry graduated from Elkhart High School. After graduation he honorably served...

March 24, 2023

John Glen Homan, 55, of Elkhart passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023. He was born on January 31, 1968 in San Bernardino, CA to William Glen and Artyce Homan. He married Laura Smith on January 7, 1989 at New Creation Fellowship in Granger, IN.

John moved from California to Bend, Oregon when he was small, he...

March 23, 2023

JorgeAnn Tooker of Elkhart passed away on Thursday March 23, 2023 at the Ernestine M. Raclin House, at The Center for Hospice Care, in Mishawaka, Indiana. JorgeAnn was born February 24, 1943 in Braddock, Pennsylvania to John George and Virginia Marie (Tischler) Macko. She married the love of her life Robert Willis Tooker, on October 26, 1963 in Las...

March 23, 2023

Brenda J. Miller, of Bristol, IN passed away on Thursday March 23, 2023 at home, surrounded by family. Brenda was born on December 24, 1959 in Lansing, MI. to Robert G. and Ruthie Bates. Brenda married the love of her life Charles N. “Chuck” Miller, III on March 9, 1996 at Augustana Lutheran Church in Elkhart, IN.

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March 22, 2023

James Foster, 80, of Goshen, passed away Wednesday March 22, 2023 at his home. He was born November 27, 1942 in Hugheston, WV to James M. and Dolly (Ransom) Foster.

On June 30, 1965 in Elkhart, he married Patty Sue McGraw.

After graduating high school, James served his country in the US Army Airborne Paratroopers...

March 15, 2023

Janet Mae Merrick, 89, of Elkhart passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at Greenleaf Health Campus in Elkhart, IN. Janet was born on June 15, 1933 in South Bend, IN and raised by Grant and Essie Lewis. She married Gale D. Merrick on December 29, 1989.

Janet graduated from Riley High School, class of 1951. For...

March 12, 2023

Charles “Charley” Anthony Nye, 87, of Elkhart passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Majestic Healthcare in Goshen, IN. Charley was born on July 1, 1935 in Elkhart, IN to Carlos and Lulu Nye.

Charley graduated from Elkhart High School and went on to honorably serve his county in the United States Army, during 1953- 1957...

March 9, 2023

Carol Ann Clark, 88, of Elkhart transitioned into Heaven on March 9, 2023 with her family by her side. Carol was born on December 1, 1934 to Fred W. and Anna I. Erb in Elkhart. She married the love of her life William “Bill” Clark on April 7, 1956 at the Nazarene Church in Elkhart.

Carol graduated...

March 6, 2023

Adam Addonte Jenkins, 41, of South Bend, IN passed away on Monday, March 6, 2023 at Goshen Hospital surrounded by his family. Adam was born on December 21, 1981 in Chicago, IL to Johnny and Juanita Jenkins. He married his best-friend and the love of his life Ana Barrios on February 28, 2015 in Elkhart, IN.

Adam...

March 3, 2023

Tracy Lynne Burlage, 53, of Mishawaka, passed away Friday March 3, 2023 at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. She was born June 19, 1969 in Ft. Wayne, IN to Richard and Mary Freiburger. Tracy married Todd Burlage on July 1, 2000 at Lakeside Park in Ft. Wayne.

Tracy graduated from Northrop High School in Ft. Wayne. She worked...

March 3, 2023

Karen Sue Long, 72, of Goshen, passed away Friday March 3, 2023 at Goshen Hospital. She was born October 4, 1950 in South Bend, IN  to Richard E. and Shirley Jackson. She married the love of her life, Larry Eugene Long who preceded her in death on May 23, 2018.

Karen graduated from LaVille High School in...

March 1, 2023

Robert J. “Bob” Beers, 94, of Elkhart, passed away Wednesday March 1, 2023 at home. He was born on May 30, 1928 in Hillsdale, MI to Robert H. and Celia R. Beers. He married Joan C. Freed on November 27, 1952 in Elkhart and she preceded him in death on November 22, 2010.

Bob honorably served his...

February 24, 2023

Daniel “Danny” Glenn Bodlovich, 70, of Hobart, IN, passed away Friday February 24, 2023 at Saint Mary Medical Center, Hobart. Danny was born June 15, 1952 in Gary, IN to Dan and Vallie Bodlovich. On November 9, 1978 he married Linda Sue Singleton at Dunlap United Methodist Church.

Danny retired from the US Army after 24 years...