Apr 8, 2025

James Lee Austin Junior, 86, of South Bend passed away at his home with his loving family beside him on April 8, 2025.

James was born on May 21, 1938, in Altheimer, Arkansas to the late James and Vivian (Farris) Austin Sr.  He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Clyde Austin Sr and Clarence Austin...

Apr 7, 2025

Judith Ann Edelman, 81, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born on October 31, 1943, in South Bend, Indiana, to Lowell and Elsie (Kitchen) Lidecker, Judith was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend who lived a life full of love, generosity, and selflessness.

Judith's 50-year...

Mar 31, 2025

Robert "Bob" Cloyd Montgomery September 9, 1936 – March 31, 2025

Robert "Bob" Cloyd Montgomery, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away at Elkhart General Hospital on Monday March 31, 2025 at the age of 88. He was born on September 9, 1936, in Cassopolis, Michigan, and was preceded in death by his parents Cloyd...

Mar 27, 2025

James "Red" Temple August 28, 1930 - March 27, 2025

James "Red" Temple, 94, of Granger, passed away peacefully after a brief illness at the Center for Hospice, Raclin House in Mishawaka on March 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

James was born on August 28, 1930, in South Bend to the late Angus...

Mar 24, 2025

James W. Rippy, 97, of Elkhart, IN, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025.

James was born on March 1, 1928, in Bradford, Indiana, to William Vivian and Etta Grace (Keehn) Rippy. He grew up with a strong sense of family and community, traits that would remain a cornerstone of his life. James' enduring work ethic and...

Mar 24, 2025

Donna Irene Gay, 96, peacefully passed away on March 24, 2025, at the Caring Cottage home in South Bend, after a brief period of illness.

Donna was born on October 11, 1928, in Mishawaka, Indiana, to the late Howard and Bessie Irene (Havens) Beery, Donna was a loving daughter, sister, wife, and mother. She was preceded in...

Mar 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas N. Prymak, 76, of Prosper, Texas on March 23, 2025.

Thomas was born on August 12, 1948 in Indiana, Pennsylvania to Kathryn L. Prymak (néeMaloney) and Nicholas T. Prymak, and was preceded in death by both parents.

In 1970, Thomas earned a B.S....

Mar 21, 2025

Obituary for Leland E. Hayes

Leland E. Hayes, age 78, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. His passing marks the end of a remarkable life full of love, service, and joy.

Leland was born on July 24, 1946, in Cypress Inn, Tennessee. Leland was the son...

Mar 19, 2025

March 11, 1942 – March 19, 2025

Elkhart, IN - Patricia Sue Woolwine, 83, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, in Elkhart, IN, after a period of declining health.

Patricia was born on March 11, 1942, in Monarch, West Virginia, to the late Alex and Kathryn (Hobbs) Stewart. She married Charles W. Woolwine on...

Mar 14, 2025

Anthony F. LaCava, age 89, of Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025. Born on April 28, 1935, in Hartford, Connecticut, to Louis and Carmella (Toce) LaCava, Anthony's life was marked by unwavering dedication to family, hard work, and a deep sense of pride in his service to both his country and his community. As a young...