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Joanne L. Huddlestun, age 93 ofConstantine,died February 23, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born July 7, 1928 in South Bend,a daughter of Lewis L and Lillian R (Dickson) LaCosse. Joanne graduated from John Adams High School, South Bend. On December 20, 1947 she married Donald Huddlestun in South Bend. Surviving are her husband of 74 years Donald Huddlestun, Constantine, children Robert (Nancy) Huddlestun, Mishawaka, Amy Gunther, Constantine, Charlie (Cathy) Huddlestun, Elkhart, Beth Anne (Bruce) Shoup, Zionsville, grandchildren Donald Huddlestun, Tracy Huddlestun, Eric (Bridgett) Gunther, Meg (Michael Massatt) Gunther, Dustin (Jillian) Huddlestun, Tyler (Jamie) Shoup,...

Pamela Kay (Bakehorn/Townsend) Harman, age 70, beloved wife and mother, passed away peacefully October 9, 2021 at her home. She was born September 29, 1951, and grew up in Wabash, IN with her parents, Joseph and Barbara (Martin) Bakehorn and sister Linda. Pam resided in Elkhart, IN for over 20 years where she worked as a house painter. She later cleaned houses while raising her children. Her recent years were spent in Union, MI with her husband Tim after their marriage on June 24, 2006. Together they made many memories riding motorcycles across the country, riding through every state except Delaware. Surviving Pam are her husband, Timothy Harman of Union, MI; sons Jeremy (Brandy) Houser...

Delton Hershberger, 66 of Centreville, passed away on May 12, 2021 at his home. He was born in Elkhart on November 3, 1954, a son of Herman and Maryellen (Shipman) Hershberger. He graduated from High School in South Bend and went on to serve in the U.S. Army and National Guard. Delton was a jack of alll trades, and worked for Alco Steel in South Bend and Uniroyal of Mishawaka. Delton is survived by his sons Dominic, Scott, and Troy Hershberger; many grandchildren; brothers Daniel, Dwayne, and Douglas Hershberger; sister Deborah Cannon; and numerous foster and adopted brothers and sisters. He was preceded in death by his parents. Relatives and friends will be received at Firm Foundation...

Joan Cecelia (Falvey) Carlson was born at home in Knox, Indiana on June 21, 1923 to James P. and Gertrude Falvey, and died at home in Constantine, Michigan on February 13, 2021. Joan grew up in a wonderful household in Knox with siblings Bill, Jean, Kenny, Jan, Joyce and Tom (with another sister, Margaret, dying in infancy). 

Joan had a life-long passion for poetry and songs, and as a young girl learned many 19th century songs and poetry from an old neighbor. "Aunt" Mary Byers, which she enjoyed singing and reciting until very recently. Academically, Joan had several limericks published in the Chicago Tribune while attending Knox High School, excelled in mathematics, placing third...

Timothy J. Pote, 62 of Constantine, passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at his home. He was born on June 27, 1958 in Animosa, IA, a son of Tom and Kathryn (McNamara) Pote. Tim obtained a Bachelors of Science Degree from Indiana University, South Bend, with a double major in History and Political Science. In 1986, he married Diane Kruk; they were later divorced. Tim was co-owner of Castaway Iron and Metal in White Pigeon. He formerly worked for Sturgis Iron and Metal and Himco Waste Away. Tim loved fly fishing and was a member of the St. Joseph River Valley Fly Fishers. He also enjoyed politics, woodworking, guitar, and all things scrap metal. Surviving are his children...

Robert James Babcock Jr. Age 66 Chapin, SC formerly of Union, MI died peacefully at his home February 22, 2020. He was born January 26, 1954 in South Bend, IN a son of Robert and Sheila (Gustafson) Babcock Sr. Robert graduated from Constantine High School in 1972. On June 23, 1973 he married Carla Creakbaum in Elkhart. Robert began his career with the Cass County Sheriffs Dept. in 1974 retiring as Detective in 2004. He was a member of and Former Deacon at Porter Baptist Church, Gideon's International and the Southwest Enforcement Team, "SWET". Robert was a loving and caring husband and father and cherished his grandchildren. Surviving are his father Robert (Helga) Babcock, Sr., South...