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Elaine Marguerite (Erdmann) Kernodle, 103, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025, in South Bend, Indiana, after residing in the Michiana area since 1971. Elaine was born on August 10, 1921, in West DePere, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Clara Agnes (Shalhoub) and the late Dr. Winford Carl Erdmann. She graduated from Green Bay East High School and later earned her RN degree from St. Maryundefineds School of Nursing, associated with the Mayo Clinic. She married Captain Harold Lee Kernodle (USAF) of Hampden Sydney, Virginia, on April 11, 1946. Elaine subsequently received her Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) certificate from the Medical College of Virginia, as one of the...

Lorraine B. Prorok, a kind and gracious woman, passed away on the afternoon of September 14th at the age of 96 in her residence at StoryPoint, Granger. Lorraine was born on June 8th, 1928 in Buffalo, New York, to Bertha and Joseph Nowak. She graduated high school in 1946 from Villa Maria Academy in Cheektowaga, New York. On September 29, 1956, she married Joseph Prorok and they went on to enjoy 55 years of a marvelous life together defined by mutual respect and true, true love. After being a homemaker for many years, Lorraine joined the late 1960's wave of women entering the workforce and held a variety of office and customer relations jobs in the Buffalo area, ultimately working for UPS...

Peter St.Clair passed away Sept. 6, 2024. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, Nov. 2 at 10:30 a.m., with visitation starting at 9 a.m., at the White Oak Christian Church, 3675 Blue Rock Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45247. Full obit at www.McGannHay.com.

Thomas Erwin Slager passed away peacefully on August 12, 2024, at the age of 95. He was born the last of 10 children in Muskegon, Michigan to the late Peter and Mabel (Caswell) Slager on June 15, 1929. Tom is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Maria; daughters, Deb and Betsy; sons, Pete (Becky), Mark (Melinda) Slager, Jim (Mandy), Rob (Teresa) and Joel Meyers; grandchildren: John (Loritta), Robert, Thomas (Valarie), Andrew (Kayla) and Lucas Slager, Danielle (Matt) Warren, Mackenzie, Greyson, Bennett, Donovan, Robert, Bridget and Maura Meyers; great-grandchildren, Chris, Hailey, Liam and Avery Slager, Chloe, Jackson, Isabella, Gunner and Maverick Warren; and many nieces, nephews and...

Arthur J. (Art) Nicholas, age 101 of Englewood, Florida, passed away on May 2nd, 2024. He is survived by his wife Hazel; brother William; two children: Teri Nicholas (Larry LeMaire) and Jeffrey (Julie) Nicholas; son-in-law Dallis Lindley; ten grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren. Born in Lansing, Michigan in 1923, Art was preceded in death by his parents John and Jocelyn (Krantz) Nicholas, two brothers, a daughter, a son, and two grandchildren. After graduation from Lansing Central High School in 1941 Art served in the U.S. Navy from 1941 to 1946. He was an original member of the U.S. Navy Frogmen and the Scouts and Raiders Underwater Demolition...

Joseph Albert Garbacz, Jr, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2024 at the age of 79. He was born to the late Joseph Albert Garbacz Sr. and Elizabeth Veronica (Sadecki) Garbacz on October 17, 1944 in Harvey, Illinois. Joe is preceded in death by his wife, Jane (Bondhus) Garbacz and sons; Bryan and Daniel Garbacz. Joe is survived by his sister, Anita (James "Mike") Andrasco; his brothers, Robert (Laura)Garbacz; Frank (Joan) Garbacz; daughter-in-law, Ellen (Wilson) Garbacz; brother-in-law, Steve Bondhus; and several nieces and nephews. Joe served in the Army during the Vietnam War where he earned a Bronze Star for outstanding meritorious service in military operations. After returning...

Sally Hamburg, 87, died on April 24, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer. A retired, award-winning nonprofit leader and former teacher, Sally was cherished by her family, friends, and the entire South Bend, Indiana community. Known for her warmth, joyous spirit, and dedication to bettering others, she taught elementary school students in Madison, Wisconsin, and was an early leader in a nonprofit serving Indiana special needs families. Born in Chicago, Illinois to Walter and Muriel Schulman on November 25, 1936, she attended the University of Michigan, where she met her husband, Roger, who passed away in 2022 after 63 years together. She later graduated from Roosevelt University and has...

Steven Martin Paul passed away at the age of 62 on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Steve was born in Minot, North Dakota on January 5, 1962 to Herbert Leroy Paul and Dolores Alberta (Sawatzke) Berge. Steve is survived by his three children, Logan, Levi and Peyton Paul; mother Delores (Paul) Burge; brothers, Mike and David Paul; sisters, Mary Jensen, Jan Kramer, Colleen Schatz, Susan Johnston, and Karen Brandt. Steve was a loving father before anything else. He attended every event that his children were involved in. He loved living his life through seeing their joy, happiness and success. He earned a Bachelor's degree in business where he worked in the RV industry for over 30 years. He will be...

Paul S Sandock, 71, of Carmel, Indiana, died on January 29th, 2024. He was born April 7th, 1952 in South Bend, Indiana to Melvin and Betty Sandock. Paul is survived by, his wife, Debbie (Katz) Sandock; his children, Melissa (Scott) Allen, Gail Sandock, Jeremy (Yaara) Sandock, and Jennifer (Michael) Weinstein; his fourteen grandchildren, Connor, Ari and Tristan Allen, Spencer Sandock, Eden, Yosef, Hallel, Elyashiv, Tamar, Yishai, and Eliyahu Sandock, and Aaron, Olivia, and Ethan Weinstein; and his brother, Dr. Mark (Susan) Sandock. Paul started his sales career in the early 1970s working in the family business, B&S Sandock. His ability to sell a ketchup popsicle to a woman in white...

Joseph (Joe) Salzgeber, age 82 of Granger, Indiana (previously of Parma, Ohio) passed away on January 12, 2024. He was born in Clevelend, Ohio on July 9, 1941 to the late Joseph F. and Evelyn Mabel (Hauth) Salzgeber. He was the beloved husband of 56 years to, Shirley A. (Crawford) Salzgeber; devoted father to, Joseph Jr., Steven and Jeffrey Salzgeber; loving uncle to, fifteen nieces and nephews; and great-uncle to twenty-six. Joe was preceded in death by his dear siblings, Robert (Barb) Salzgeber, Alan (Karen) Salzgeber, and Marion (Carl) Miller. He graduated from St. Francis de Sales School in Parma, and St. Edward High School (Class of 1959) in Lakewood, Ohio. Joe was proud to have...

Rev. William Atwood "Bill" Troth stepped from this world into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, October 24 of 2023 in Granger, Indiana. He was born July 4th, 1936 to Florence "Billie" and Ed (Edward L. senior) Troth. He was raised in their home along with his older brother Ed (Edward L. junior) Troth. In 1958 he graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in building construction, then served the United States Army as a First Lieutenant. He was ordained to the ministry at Lakeside Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas, and graduated from Dallas Theological Seminary in 1981 with a ThM. In 1959, after discharge from the Army, he met Helene Arzana Martin. 28 days...

Funeral services will be Wednesday, at 3:30 p.m. at Sinai Synagogue. Full obituary at www.mcgannhay.com

Jacquelin A. Czarnecki, 91, passed away September 4, 2023. Survivors include six children: Gregory (Kathy), Linda, Kenneth (Joy), John, Kara (Ralph) and Steven; twelve grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday, Sept. 8 from 1-2:30 p.m., with a Rosary being prayed at 2:30 p.m., at the McGann Hay, Granger Chapel, 13260 SR23. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Valley Memorial Park. Full obituary may be viewed at www.McGannHay.com.

Howard Fredrick Silberman, 81, passed away on August 16, 2023 in Joplin, MO. He was born on October 17, 1941 in South Bend, IN to the late Frank and Julia Silberman. Howard is survived by, Cheryl Silberman, Patricia Copley, Jennifer McMillian and his beloved dog Annebelle. He was preceded in death by; wife, Barbara; and sisters, Helen and Francis. Howard was a member of the Elks and Moose Lodges. He loved cars, his dogs and French and Cajun music. In his early years, Howard boxed, raced cars and played the violin. He never met a stranger. Funeral Services will be held for Howard on Sunday, August 20, 2023 at 5:30 pm., at the Hebrew Orthodox Cemetery in Mishawaka, IN.

JoAnne Ramey, 75, passed away peacefully August 10, 2023. Born January 11, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Emil and Violet (Wachowski) Bonk. Her brother, Larry Bonk, also preceded her in death. JoAnne was married to the love of her life, Thomas Ramey, for over 50 years. He survives her. They were blessed with two children, Jeffrey (Margaret) Ramey and Jennifer (Michael) Benassi. Also left to cherish her memory are four grandchildren: Jacob and Samuel Ramey, and Natalie and Logan Benassi; two siblings, Cheryl (Steve) Kubacki and Mary Jo Bonk; and numerous extended family members and friends. JoAnne graduated from Lincoln High School, where she was a Pom Pom Squad leader, a member of...

Jean Elizabeth Wallace, age 82, passed away peacefully in her sleep after a very brief illness. Born March 29, 1941 in Detroit, MI, she was the only child of the late Robert and Doris (McFaul) Whyte. On August 24, 1974, Jean married the love of her life, David Clark Wallace, Jr, who preceded her in death earlier this year. To their union, they were blessed with two sons, David (Amanda) Wallace of Granger, IN and Rob (Krystina) Wallace of Mishawaka, IN. Also left to cherish her memory are six grandchildren and a sister-in-law, Sandra Wallace of Waterford, MI. As a young adult, Jean traveled the country with the American Youth Hostels. She made friends all over the U.S., sharing an...

Alberta "Spike" Musselman left quietly for a reunion with her husband and family on June 14, 2023 and is now in the arms of the Lord. She was 92. Spike was born on February 27, 1931 to the late Roy and Geraldine Wyatt. Spike spent her life as a librarian, musician, teacher and wife. Spike wanted to be cremated and will be buried with her husband, Glen in Canada.

George John Zubrickas, 71, passed away unexpectedly on April 12, 2023, due to cardiac issues. Born March 8, 1952, he was the son of the late Stasys and Hedwig (Haming) Zubrickas. On December 28, 1978, George married the love of his life, Judith Ann Langoni. She survives him. Also left to cherish his memory are four siblings: Gunther (Eileen) Zubrickas, Ruth Adent, Regina (John) Payne and Renata (Rene) Hebert; his dear pet bird, Toby; and many loving nieces and nephews; and their children. George was an extremely loving and devoted husband to Judith. He was kind and generous to everyone he met. A very intelligent man, he attended the University of Illinois where he received his...

John C. Kite died on March 10th, 2023 at his Vigo County residence, Last Camp. He was born January 1, 1939 in Fairview Park, Indiana to Doris Snowberry Kite and Conrad Kite. He attended Fairview Grade School and was a graduate of Clinton High School with the class of 1955. He served on active duty with the United States Navy from 1957 to 1959, and was on duty at the Beirut, Lebanon incursion in 1958 aboard the U.S.S. William C. Lawe (DD763). He was released from active duty in August, 1959 and was honorably discharged in 1962, holding the rank of Yeoman Second Class. After return to civilian life, he attended Indiana State University from which he received a B.S. degree in 1963. He was...

At the young age of 61, LeAnn M. Money passed away peacefully on January 21, 2023, with her family beside her. Born November 8, 1961, in Mishawaka, IN, she was the daughter of the late Robert D. Crawford and Shirley A. (Turney) Carpenter. Her Uncle, Richard L. Turney, Jr.; and one grandchild also preceded her in death. On July 3, 1999, LeAnn married the love of her life, David Money; he survives her. Also left to cherish her memory are: three children, Chad (Krystle) Herremans of Superior, CO, Gavin (Allison) Herremans of Jones, MI and Timothy (Brooke) Herremans of Denver, CO; two step-children, Megan (Ryan) Wagner of Raleigh, NC and Michael Money of Edwardsburg; sister, Lisa Mason of...

Daniel T. Poe, 78, passed away peacefully in his home, with family by his side, on December 22, 2022. Born February 20, 1944, Dan was the son of the late Harold and Dorothy (Weller) Poe. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Pam Poe; brother, Harold "Hal" Poe; and sister, Vicky Goff. On December 20, 2001, Dan married Lisa Payne, who lovingly cared for him to the end. Also left to cherish his memory are three children, Andy (and Darla) Poe of Mishawaka, Erin Poe of Phoenix, AZ and Robbie Poe of Osceola; sister, Eileen Louvis of Oakton, VA; along with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dan was a loving and devoted husband and father. He founded and operated Gymnastics...