Alford's Mortuary

Mr. Bobby Newbill, 76 of South Bend departed this life on Tuesday November 28, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday December 7, 2023 at St. Augustine Parish beginning at 3 P.M. Friends may visit with the family an hour prior. To visit full obituary please visit www.alfordsmortuaryinc.com and leave condolences.

Mother Victoria M. Parks-Bullard of South Bend transitioned from labor to reward on Thursday November 9, 2023 at the Earnestine M. Raclin Center For Hospice. Homegoing services for Mother Parks-Bullard will be held on Saturday November 18, 2023; 12 Noon at Progressive M.B. Church. Friends may visit with the family an hour prior. To Visit full obituary please visit www.alfordsmortuaryinc.com

Mrs. Sylvia B. Myers, 79, of South Bend (formerly of Gary) was born on November 27, 1943 and departed this life on September 9, 2023 at her residence. Services will be held on Saturday September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m. EST time in the chapel of Alford's Mortuary, 1222 Napier Street, South Bend, IN 46601. Visitation will be held at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at Highland Cemetery. To visit full obituary please visit www.alfordsmortuaryinc.com.

Homegoing Services for Mother Lillie Mae Johnson will be held on Saturday August 12, 2023; 11 A.M at Greater Holy Temple C.O.G.I.C. Friends may visit with the family an hour prior, burial will follow at Highland Cemetery. To see full obituary please www.alfordsmortuaryinc.com.

Homegoing services for Mother Lille Mae Johnson will be held on Saturday August 12, 2023; 11 A.M at Greater Holy Temple C.O.G.I.C. Friends may visit with the family an hour prior, burial will follow at Highland Cemetery. To see full obituary please visit www.alfordsmortuaryinc.com.

Bobbie Winfrey Sessom better known as Momma, Granny or GG, went home to be with the lord on Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023 at St. Joseph Hospital with her loving family by her side. Bobbie was born on October 20th, 1930, to Brownie Abbott Guiden and Eric (Dude) Guiden in Bradford, TN. Bobbie accepted Christ at an early age and with his love she relocated to South Bend IN. Where she found employment with Ziker's Cleaners and was employed for over 25 years until the Lord had seen fit to release her from her physical labor when her right hand was savored and restored in 1977. Yet, during this time, it did not stop or slow her down not one bit. She wore many hats as an active and faithful...

Marion Oliver Johnston, IV of South Bend passed away on July 15, 2023. Life began for Marion in Fort Rucker, AL the 2nd child born to Marion Oliver and Helen Johnston. Marion enjoyed his family, traveling, cards, and playing with his nieces and nephews. Marion is survived by his mother Helen Johnston, a sister Sonja Johnston of Las Vegas, NV, Aunts Madeline Johnston, Betty Johnston of Sau, GA, and Sara Graham. Best friend Gray Nixon of Detroit, MI along with a host of nieces and nephews. Marion was preceded in death by his father Marion Oliver Johnston III, grandparents LeRoy and Leona Allen, and Marion Oliver 1st, Marion Oliver 2nd Johnston. Edward and Elore Moragne, Florence Moragne,...

Jesse J Harrison Jr, 69, of South Bend, IN, passed away on Sunday, June 4th, at Saint Joseph Hospital following an extended illness. He was surrounded by family and friends. Nicknamed "Shadow" at an early age, he was born to Jesse Sr and Ruby Jo Harrison on September 15, 1953, in South Bend. Jesse grew up on Chicago St in an area affectionately known as "The Lake". He attended Harrison Elementary School and graduated from Washington High School in 1972. He later served in the United States Navy from 1978 - 1979. Jesse worked for Wells Electronics, a variety of janitorial/maintenance companies and retired from his true passion, interior and exterior house painting, in 2012. Jesse loved...

Catherine 'Cat' Chase was born June 10, 1930, to the late Frank Dixon, Sr. & Ethel Dixon (Downing) in Milledgeville, GA. She received her eternal wings on May 31, 2023, at the Life Care Center in Fort Wayne, IN. She was a loving, hardworking, and faithful woman. Catherine moved from Milledgeville, GA to South Bend, IN to start a new life with unlimited opportunities. She graduated from Central High School, South Bend, IN. After graduating, she began her career in Hospitality. After marriage and giving birth to 4 children, with dedication and hard work, she purchased two homes and retired from St. Joseph Medical Center after 31 years of service as a surgical sterilization...

Born on October 25, 2001, in South Bend, IN, passed away on May 26, 2023. A courageous, funny, smart, and inspiring young man, Xavier made an unforgettable impact on the lives of those who knew him. During his time at LaSalle and Adams High Schools, Xavier was an accomplished baseball player, earning the title of 2020 Homecoming King and graduating as Valedictorian from Adams High School. He was attending Ball State University, enrolled in the College of Business, with dreams of making a difference in the world. In the words of Nelson Mandela, "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world," and Xavier passionately pursued his academic goals. Xavier is survived...

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sandra Lighthall, who left this world on Friday, May 12, 2023 at Memorial Hospital due to complications from surgery. She was a beacon of light, a pillar of strength, and the epitome of love. Although we mourn her loss, we celebrate the extraordinary life she lived and the everlasting impact she had on all who had the privilege of knowing her. Born on April 25, 1954, to Georgiana and T.C. Jamison, adopted and raised as an infant by Leslie and Alfonso Grissom, who all preceded her in death. Sandy brought joy and laughter wherever she went. She possessed a friendliness that was contagious and a heart...

Steven "Pug" Duane Perkins was born December 20th, 1964 in Springfield, Illinois. Steven was called home to glory January 30th, 2023, after a long thorough health battle. Steven was born to Elworth and Rosa B. Perkins and moved to South Bend, Indiana in 1965. Steven attended Studebaker School, where he ran track and field and learned to work on cars in his youth. "Pug" loved cars and his children and knew no stranger. He loved everyone, enjoyed fishing, feeding the ducks, dancing, and spending time with his family and kids. Pug was an avid bowler and would strike anyone out at any time. Pug loved to take his children to feed the ducks, fishing, car shows, and instructed his children,...

Mrs. Louise G. Bailey, our beloved Mother, Grandmother and Aunt, peacefully passed on to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 29, 2023 at 107 years of age. She was born October 12, 1915 to Mac and Mary Amerine in Deckerville, Arkansas. She was the oldest of six children. The family moved to Jonesboro Arkansas early in her childhood. In Jonesboro she met and married Reverend Robert Brown Burks who preceded her in death. Later in life she married Mr. Curtis Bailey who also preceded her in death. In 1948 the Burks family moved to South Bend, Indiana and shortly after she joined St. John Missionary Baptist Church where she continued to be a faithful and dedicated member until her passing....

Visitation for Mr. Austin will be held on Saturday October 29, 2022 at Pentecostal Cathedral C.O.G.I.C from 9 A.M- 11 A.M. Services will begin at 11 at the church. Burial will follow at Highland. Cemetery. To visit full obituary please visit www.alfordsmortuaryinc.com.