Feb 20, 2019

Erna Kathleen Boyer (Sprung), a long-time resident of Elkhart, IN, born on January 1, 1933, in Sargeant, MN passed away at the age of 86 on February 20 th , 2019 in Wakarusa, IN.

Erna was the loving wife of Ernest. She is also survived by her son Brent, and his wife Linda and by her daughter,...

Feb 18, 2019

Todd M. Klosowski, 46, of Elkhart, passed away on February 18, 2019.  He was born on June 5, 1972 to James M. and Sandra (Smith) Klosowski, Sr. in South Bend, Indiana.  On October 5, 1996, Todd married Lisa Jump and she survives.  He worked in retail management.  Todd had a passion for computers and the latest technology in electronics. ...

Feb 17, 2019

Mary Edith Krakowski, 89, of South Bend, died on February 17, 2019 at home.  She was born on June 10, 1929 in Atlanta, Missouri to Frank and Bernice (Carter) Crosby.  On December 3, 1960, Mary married Richard Krakowski and he preceded her in death in 2007.  Mary worked for many years as a meat wrapper, having worked at A&P,...

Feb 15, 2019

Madeleine E. Van Zant, age 105, residing at St. Paul's Retirement Community, formerly of Lincoln Way East, in Mishawaka, passed away quietly on February 15, 2019. Madeleine was born on November 8, 1913 in Manteno, Illinois to the lat Alexis O. Surprenant and Lucille Giroux.

Madeleine married Frederick A. Van Zant on June 29, 1935. Fred and...

Feb 14, 2019

MISHAWAKA, IN- Richard E. Cramer, age 85, passed away on February 14, 2019 at his home.

He was born August 21, 1933 in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late Franklin and Beulah (Groh) Cramer. Richard was inducted into the United States Army in November 15, 1955 and served during the Korean War. On March 13, 1955 Richard married...

Feb 11, 2019

MISHAWAKA, IN- Eric C. Helge, age 51, passed away at St. Joseph Regional on February 11, 2019.

He was born November 12, 1967 in Gary, Indiana to the late Maurice Helge and Paricia (Tapp) Byers. Eric was a 1988 graduate from Portage High School. On November 4, 1990 Eric was united with the love of his life...

Feb 10, 2019

EDWARDSBURG, MI- Jon F. Hullinger, age 50, passed away on February 10, 2019.

He was born September 11, 1968 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Ferris and Betty (Stone) Hullinger. Jon worked as a Financial Appraiser for Joseph & Blake in Chicago, IL. He enjoyed Fishing, boating, car cruising and the outdoors.

Jon is...

Feb 9, 2019

MISHAWAKA, IN- Lois E. Naragon, age 87, passed away peacefully at her home on February 9, 2019. She was born July 31, 1931 in Bremen, Indiana to the late George and Florence (Foeckler) Schlemmer. Lois married Chester Naragon on December 10, 1950 and with this happy union was blessed with 2 sons, Dean and Garold. She enjoyed painting, creating...

Feb 7, 2019

Clarence W. Bertrem, 64, of Bristol, died on February 7, 2019 at Elkhart General Hospital.  He was born on February 17, 1954 to Elmer and Florrie (Chaney) Bertrem in Waycross, Georgia.  On July 4, 2009, Clarence married Brenda Hoople and she survives.  Clarence worked as a forklift driver for different suppliers to the Recreational Vehicle industry.  He enjoyed woodworking,...

Feb 7, 2019

Bonnie (Yvonne) M. Lewis, 93, of Niles, MI, died on February 7, 2019 at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN.  Bonnie was born on January 4, 1926 in Mishawaka to Harry R. and Ethel (Shipp) Greene.  On December 5, 1942, Bonnie married Joseph F. Lewis and he preceded her in death on March 14, 2002 after 59 years of...