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Maxine Marie Hochstetler, 90, of Bremen, passed away at 1:50 am, Sunday, April 21, 2024 in Signature Health Care of Bremen. Maxine was born on February 23, 1934 to the late John B. and Bertha (Robinson) Williams. On August 27, 1955, she married Harold "Red" Hochstetler. He passed away on February 2, 2019. She is survived by three children: Brian (Sandy) Hochstetler of Bremen, Brad Hochstetler of Atlanta, GA and Teresa (Mark) Kobold of Mishawaka, six grandchildren: Nathan (Rachel) Hochstetler of Pendleton, IN, Ryan Hochstetler of North Liberty, Kyle (Devon) Kobold of Loudonville, NY, Loucas Kobold of Atlanta, GA, Megan (Ben) Russo of Mishawaka and Matthew (Kelley) Kobold of Denver, CO and...

Donn LaVern Horein, 81, passed away on April 16, 2024. He was born August 31, 1942 to the late John and Lou Horein. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Terry (and his wife, Kay), Tim and Tom, and survived by his brothers, Rex (Julie) and Dennis (Karen). Also surviving is his sister-in-law, Brenda. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Brenda Billie; three children: Curtis (Amy) Horein, Barbra Buss and Stewart Shearon and Ken Horein; three grandchildren: Brandon (Tia) Buss, Valerie (Brian) Collins, Nickolas (Carolyn) Horein and two great grandchildren: Cambria Horein and Virginia Buss. Donn graduated from Madison Township High School and Purdue University. He worked for Kroger...

Curtis Michael Coil, 58, of Bremen, passed away on February 21, 2024 at home. He was born on August 29, 1965, in LaGrange, IN. Curtis's family soon realized that he had several special needs that would require life-long care. What they did not realize at the time was what a special person Curtis would become. Even without the ability to use language, Curtis was a skilled communicator and had a great sense of humor. He connected with people and touched hearts. In 1992, Curtis became one of the first residents of Birkey Group Home in Bremen, IN. He lived a rich life enjoying many friends in the Bremen community and being cared for by extraordinary caregivers. They became his extended...

We are sad to announce the passing of Vern Alden Stanley, 90, of South Bend, Indiana. Vern passed away February 14, 2024. Vern was born January 4, 1934, in Winchester, Indiana to Cora Pauline (Daugherty) and Robert Stanley. He graduated from Winchester High School in 1952. He then attended Earlham College and graduated in 1956. Following college, he served in the 101st Army Airborne for two years. Vern met his wife, Sue Ellen Reese, while they worked at Associates in South Bend. They were married on September 28, 1963, in Bremen, Indiana. They made their home in South Bend, Indiana, where they raised three sons, Robert, Vern, and Ralph. Vern retired from the St. Joseph County Highway...

Laura Lee England, 67, of Bremen, passed away February 13, 2024 at her home. She was born on April 26, 1956 to William D. Staton and Mary Ann (Baer) Penrose in South Bend. Laura was a graduate of Bremen High School and Ferris State University. On November 9, 1974 she married Phil England, who preceded her in death in 2013. She was also preceded in death by her parents; a son, Damian England; and two sisters. Laura is survived by her sons, Dustin (Annette) England of Zionsville and Derek England of Carmel; grandchildren, Chaz and Zack England; a brother, David (Ellen) Staton of Plymouth; and several nieces and nephews. Laura worked for many years as a registered nurse at the former Saint...

Susan Lynn (Dean) Bonifacius, 74, of Bremen, passed away at 10:18 pm, Saturday, February 10, 2024 in Warsaw Meadows Care Center, Warsaw. Susan was born on February 27, 1949 in Goshen to Robert and Geneva (Ganger) Dean. She is survived by three children: Julie Bonifacius of Bremen, Jeff (Natalie) Bonifacius of Bremen and Laura Corwin of Edwardsburg, MI; nine grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She is also survived by two siblings; Peggy Germann and Tom Dean. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Donald and two brothers, Larry and Ronald Dean. Susan loved spending time with her grandchildren and will be dearly missed by all. Per her wishes, cremation will take place and a...

Keith Alan Roeder, 76, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2024 in the home that he built. Keith was born November 9, 1947 to Eldon Eugene Roeder and Wanda Joy (Snyder) Roeder of Bremen, IN. Keith graduated from Bremen High School in 1965. He was drafted and honorably served in the United States Army from 1968 to 1970, including a tour of duty with the 70th Engineering Battalion in Vietnam. On August 15, 1969, he was married to Marcia Lee Clauss in Honolulu, Hawaii while on military leave for rest and recuperation. Keith completed a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering technology from Purdue University in 1972. Keith operated a family farm in Bremen, IN for most of his life. He...

Donald Eugene Weiss, 92, went to be with the Lord on January 24, 2024. He was born to Hilbert and Bernice Weiss on November 21, 1931, the seventh of eight siblings: Lester, Vera Mae, Bob, Virginia, Evelyn, Deloris, and Larry, who was born nine years after Don. He was born at home, on Indiana State Road 331, just south of Wyatt. During these years of the Depression, the family moved from farm to farm, ending up west of LaPaz. He graduated from LaPaz High School in 1949. He met his future bride, Kaye Beals, through the LaPaz Bible Club, of which her folks were sponsors. They were married on June 16, 1961, in Plymouth, IN, after both had graduated from Bob Jones University. Don's major at BJU...

Loving father, grandfather, & husband, Lowell Keith Martin, 88, of Bremen, passed away at 2:25 a.m. on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at the Community Hospital of Bremen. Lowell was born on August 30, 1935, at the home of his parents (at 111 Dewey Street, Bremen), Brison and Chloe (Kipfer) Martin. He graduated from Bremen High School in 1953 and he married DeMariss "Dee" Horvath on February 25, 1956. Lowell & Dee lived in Bremen where they raised five children and hosted decades of family reunions. Lowell's bride, Dee, has been waiting for Lowell to join her in Heaven since October 27, 1998. Lowell was a humble community servant, with a charismatic sense of humor and he left a legacy...

Tom H. Keck, 75, of Bremen, passed away at 2:05 pm, Sunday, January 14, 2024 at his residence with his wife by his side. Tom was born on February 17, 1948 in Plymouth Parkview Hospital. On September 11, 1993, he married Diann Bellman, who survives. He is preceded in death by his parents, Sherman "Lardy" and Lorene (Hodges) Keck and a brother, James Keck. After graduating from Bremen High School in 1966, he attended Indiana University in Bloomington and graduated in 1970. After that, he attended graduate classes at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, MI. He served in the Indiana National Guard, Warsaw Post. Tom was an avid football fan, cheering his favorites, the Denver Broncos and...

Raymond Louis Zentz, 92, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, December 22, 2023 in Goshen, IN. Mr. Zentz was born and raised in Argos, IN. Parents Claude Zentz and Eva (Kelsey) Zentz raised six boys, eldest to youngest?Richard, Raymond, Russell, Donald, Larry and James. Raymond was preceded in death by brothers Richard, Donald and Larry. Brothers Russell and James, both of Argos, survive. Spouse Wanda (Anders) Zentz and Raymond married in January 1951. The family stayed in Argos for a time, then moved to Bremen in 1962. The family lived in the house that Raymond and Wanda built themselves until their move to the Greencroft Community in Goshen in 2020. Surviving children are Susan...

Lois Jean (Matzat) Nielsen was born on November 2, 1959 in Knox, Indiana, the youngest of four children to Harold and Lelia (Kastner) Matzat. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter Lutheran Church and attended grade school at St. Peter Lutheran School in North Judson, IN. She graduated from North Judson - San Pierre High School and attended Purdue University where she received her Associates of Science in Nursing and then Valparaiso University where she received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing. She made her nursing career her mission, treating people with understanding and patience. She married Curtis M. Nielsen in 1985 and was blessed with three children. She was a witness to them...

Barbara Ann (Manges) Laidig, 80, of Bremen, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2023 at her home surrounded by her beloved family after a short fight with cancer. Barbara loved Jesus and was passionate about sharing her faith with others through her many years of teaching Sunday School, being an Awana leader and middle school youth leader at Community Gospel Church. She was a faithful attender of Nappanee Missionary Church and was actively involved in small church and women's Bible study. She was a prayer warrior for her family and friends for many years. She was a dedicated farmer's wife and excellent homemaker. She had a large garden and loved to can, freeze and cook for her family...

Janet Irene Levy, 82, of Bremen, passed away at 2:48 am, Monday, November 13, 2023 in Miller's Merry Manor of Plymouth. Janet was born on April 17, 1941 in Plymouth, the daughter of the late John and Nellie (Tomlinson) Knoblock. On June 21, 1959, she married Michael Levy. Janet is survived by her loving husband, Michael; three daughters, Lenae (Brad) Robinson of Bremen, Annette (Dave) Walter of Bremen, and Karyn (Josh) Van Houten of Plymouth; son-in-law, Mike Lakins of Bremen; bonus daughter, Wendy Stevens of Bourbon, and dear friend, Marilyn McCray of Bremen She is also survived by nine grandchildren; Jennifer (Jayson) Bohn, Wes Robinson, Kelsey (George) Phillips, Kortney Suranyi, Alex...

Dr. Charles "Chuck" Edward Hassel, 94, went on to his next adventure on Sunday, November 12, 2023. Charles was born on September 11, 1929, in Mishawaka, IN to Edward and Elsie (Hiatt) Hassel. He graduated from Mishawaka High School on June 2, 1948, and went onto study at Ball State University, graduating from the Teachers College in May of 1953. While at Ball State, he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity as well as Senior Class president. On May 9, 1954, he married Janice Schurr of Bremen, IN. Together they had three children: Jill (Ted) Jones of Bremen, IN, Michael (Lisa) Hassel of Round Rock, TX, and Matthew (Jill) Hassel of Bremen, IN. Janice preceded him in death on March 19,...

John was dearly loved by all as he knew no strangers and could strike up a conversation with anyone. He was devoted to his wife and family and always prioritized spending time with grandchildren. John Allen Reaker, 76, of Bremen, Indiana died at home on November 1, 2023, and entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. His wife is Sue Reaker and his children are Tod Stillson (wife Ellen) and Tia Bennett (husband Joe). Grandchildren are Amy Murray (husband Cameron), Aaron Bennett (wife Liz), Annie Bennett, Andrew Bennett, John Stillson (wife Cheyenne), Jessica Nate (husband Garrick), Caleb Stillson, Hannah Stillson, and Sara Stillson. John was born in Bremen to George and...

Rulo G. Siefer, 94, of Bremen, passed away peacefully at 12:30 am, Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Caring Junction Nursing Home of Mishawaka. Rulo was born on September 27, 1929, in Bremen to the late Marvin J and Ardis M. (Fisher) Siefer. Rulo was a lifetime resident of Bremen and graduated from Bremen High School in 1947. On November 20, 1949, he married the love of his life, Barbara Mummey. They spent 69 years together before she passed away on December 11, 2018. Rulo served his community as Clerk Treasurer and was a very active member of the First United Church of Christ, Bremen. He enjoyed wintering in Florida and palling around with his best friend, Barbara. Rulo is survived by his...

We are sad to announce the passing of Sue Ellen Stanley of South Bend, Indiana. Sue's life began March 12th, 1937. She passed away September 6th, 2023 at Beacon Memorial Hospital, South Bend. Sue was born in Plymouth, Indiana to Ralph and Jeanette Reese. The family soon moved to Bremen, IN and she graduated from Bremen High School in 1955. Sue met her husband Vern A. Stanley while they worked at Associates in South Bend. They were married September 28th, 1963. Together they raised three good sons, Robert, Vern, and Ralph. Sue enjoyed music and the many trips she and her husband made to Branson, MO. She loved gathering with family and friends to enjoy good food. Sue was a long-time...

Don Jay Bunge, 100, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2023, in his Bremen, Indiana, home where he lived since 1955. Don was born July 22, 1923, in DeKalb County, Indiana, the third of six children of Jay and Oma Ashleman Bunge. Growing up during the Great Depression, he learned to take responsibility early in life. As a young boy, his father gave him a long list of chores he had to accomplish each day. Only occasionally, he finished in time to run off to his favorite spot, the river, to fish or swim. By the time he turned eleven, his life-long philosophy, "Get up and get movin'," had to be implemented. He began working at a nearby dairy earning $2.50 a week plus two gallons of...

Margaret Elizabeth Zeltwanger, 92, of Bremen, passed away peacefully at 10:03 am, Monday, August 21, 2023 in her home. Margaret was born in Lombard, IL on October 17, 1930 in her parent's home at the start of the great depression. She graduated from Elgin High School in 1948 and married the love of her life, Earl Zeltwanger, on June 8, 1952. They were married 65 years and lived their entire life in northern Indiana where they raised their seven children. She was a homemaker most of her life as well as supporting her husband in his careers. Later in her life, she was an integral part of founding Wyatt Farm Center with Earl and worked as the bookkeeper. Marge served alongside her husband...

Joyce Sime passed away on July 10, 2023 at the age of 95. She was born on April 13, 1928, the daughter of Edward and Tessie (Brockey) Swartz. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack(John) Sime in 2021. Joyce lived an active life, surrounded by many friends in North Ft Myers Florida. She recently returned to Bremen to be close to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren who were the light of her life. Joyce was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She never met a stranger, loved a good deal, and was well known for her pies, chocolate cake, sugar cookies, which she loved to share with neighbors and family. She is survived by her children: Jeff and Sue...