Benjamin Troy Owens 46, passed away peacefully at home on February 18, 2021 in Kennard, IN surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with cancer. He was born on February 23, 1974 to Terry (Beverly) Owens of Indianapolis, IN and Mary Beth (Drysdale) Pribble and stepfather Gary Pribble of Kennard, IN. Ben was a graduate of Knightstown High School, served in the Army National Guard and saw active duty in Bosnia. Ben was a loving and kind son, friend and father. Ben was also a man of few words like his Grandpa Bob Kern. He absolutely loved fishing, panning for gold, hunting mushrooms, cooking and searching for arrowheads. Ben is survived by his parents; daughter Samantha; long...

Funeral Monday, February 22, 2021 at 1:30PM at South Side General Baptist Church 1615 S. Spring St. Mishawaka, IN 46544. Visitation Sunday, February 21, 2021 from 3PM-5PM at the church. Burial will be in Chapel Hill Memory Garden.

John Edward Kloski 90, of South Bend, IN passed away on Tuesday February 9, 2021 in Granger, IN. He was born to the late Edward and Mary (Wozniak) Kloski on August 28, 1930 in East Chicago, IN. John proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a man of many traits and enjoyed working with his hands. John retired from Wheelhorse after 25 years as a repair technician. He is survived by his 2 sons Anthony (Phyllis) Kloski and Christopher (Lesa) Kloski; his daughter Rosie Weller(Brian)Christofield ; his brother Bernard Kloski; significant other Patsy Forgue; 8 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife Joanne(Steenbeke)...

Timothy "Tim" Allen Price, 52, of Mishawaka, IN passed away on February 8, 2021 in Mishawaka. He was born on July 9, 1968 in Elkhart, IN to the late Clifford E. and Alice K.(Grover) Price. He married DeAnna Lynn Smethers on May 23, 1992 in River Park at the Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife DeAnna; his son Richard Allen (Susanne Durski) Price; 2 daughters Katelyn Deane(Sean Pearson) Price and Hanna Elizabeth Kimber Price; his sister Barbara (Paul)Smith grandchildren Owen Reid Branson, Gavin Alexander Price, Ashlynn Rose Price and Greyson Bentley Weber; his brother Michael(Glenda) Price and several nieces and nephews and other family members. In addition to his parents he...

Donna Geraldine (Slough) Hamma 86, of Mishawaka, IN passed away on February 4, 2021 in South Bend. She was born on September 24, 1934 to the late Gerald and Mildred (Jones) Slough in Elkhart, IN. She is survived by her daughter Deborah (Clyde) Owens; her son Bobby Baker; significant other Curtis Sharp and several grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband Robert, she was preceded in death by her son Richard Baker. Services for Donna will be held on Thursday February 11, 2021 from 1PM-2PM at Chapel Hill Funeral Home 10776 McKinley Hwy Osceola, IN 46561. Burial will follow in Chapel Hill Memory Gardens in Osceola, IN.

Roger Dale Stogsdill 70, of Peru and formerly of Granger passed away on February 2, 2021 in Vienna, MO. The South Bend native was born on December 2, 1950 to the late Homer and Lucille (Hopper) Stogsdill and attended Clay High School. Roger started his career at White Farm Equipment then continued on to own and operate R.S. Construction while serving as a volunteer firefighter at Harris Township Fire Dept. and before retiring he was head of Maintenance at Holy Cross. Roger used his construction knowledge to buy, renovate, and rent many rental properties in the Mishawaka area. His passion was racing Stock Cars at South Bend Motor Speedway, building Hot Rods, collecting coins, hunting,...

Leona F. (Laskowski) Lebiedzinski, 96 years young, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2021. She lived most of her life in South Bend and Osceola but was born in Chicago, Illinois on March 27, 1924 to the late Frank and Mary (Michalski) Laskowski. She lived independently in her home in Osceola, Indiana for 63 years. In 1946, she married Richard F. Lebiedzinski, who preceded her in death in 1970. She is survived by her children, Sue (Joel) Friesner of Osceola, Indiana, Jim (Joni) Lebiedzinski of Prescott, Arizona, and Jane (Gary) Stearns of Douglas, Wyoming. She has four grandchildren, Beth Friesner of Galveston, Texas, Eric (Heather) Friesner of Osceola, Indiana, Cody (Brandon) Thomas,...

Edward Allen Schill 78, of Granger, IN passed away on January 31, 2021 at Hospice House in Elkhart, IN. He was born on July 7, 1942 to the late Edward and Mabel (Herroun) Schill in Chicago, IL. Edward proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He married Dorinda "Penny" (Edwards) Schill on March 17, 1977, she survives. He enjoyed spending time with family and watching the Chicago Bears and White Sox. He was a huge animal lover, especially dogs. Edward is survived by his wife Penny; sons Eddie (Erica) Schill and Steve (Stephanie) Schill; daughter Jodi Schill; his brother Bob (Jan) Schill; grandchildren Haley, Ethan and Emma. A private service...

Margaret Ann Branch 82, of Mishawaka, IN passed away on January 30, 2021 in Mishawaka. She was born to the late Herman Leo and Pearl Slater on May 14, 1938 in the British West Indies. Margaret was a woman of God and a sweet loving lady. She loved her family dearly. She enjoyed reading and music. She was known for giving greeting cards for all occasions. In addition to her parents and husband Michael, she is preceded in death by her twin son Paul Hale. She is survived by her 4 children Janet (Rick) Whiteman, Leroy Hale, Diane (Brian) Taylor, Paula Mooth; 6 grandchildren Beth (Kevin) Schwartz, Tommy Jr. (Scherrie) Hartman, Richard (Allie) Whiteman, Ryan (Amy) Whiteman, Amanda...

August 14, 1948 - January 16, 2021 MISHAWAKA - Karen Cassandra Stemes, 72, passed away at her home on Behney Avenue, Mishawaka on Saturday, January 16th, 2021. She was born in Plainview, Texas on August 14, 1948 to Richard C. and Beatrice Hamman. On October 4, 1969 she married the love of her life, Thomas Lee Stemes. They just celebrated their 52nd Wedding Anniversary. He is survived by their four children: Cassandra Stemes of Mishawaka, Jennifer (William) Murrmann of Elkhart, Kimberly (Brandon) Hale of Mishawaka, and Thomas (Amanda) Stemes, JR. of Osceola. Seven grandchildren; Melony Murrmann, Hilary (Louis) Juarez, Noah Murrmann, Karissa (Eddie) Bennett, Christian Stemes, and Sarah and...

Geraldine "Gerri" (Cormeny) Hojnacki peacefully entered eternal life on January 5, 2021. Her spirit is carried on by her two children, Sherri (Tony) Gaugler of Elkhart, IN and Jeffrey (Debra DuRall) Hojnacki of South Bend IN, three grandchildren, Lindsay (Jason) Gour of Granger, IN and Cole (Nicole) Gaugler of South Bend IN, Danl DuRall of Colorado and one great-grandson, Jacob Gour, as well as cherished extended family and friends from every walk of life. For the full obituary please go to https://www.chapelhillmemorial.com/obituaries.default.

Charles P. Meziere, 86, of Mishawaka Indiana, passed away on Friday, January 1, 2021. He was born in Campti, Louisiana to Joseph Leo and Ada (Sanchez) Meziere. The family moved to Oak Grove, Louisiana where as a young man Charles met the girl who would become the love of his life, Wanda Ann Wood. Charles joined the U.S. Army in 1956 and served 2 years before returning home from Germany and marrying Ann in 1958 - which lasted 60 years until her passing in 2018. Soon after marrying, they relocated to Mishawaka. Later in life, Charles returned to the Catholic Church and was a devout practitioner of the faith the remainder of his life. Charles worked most of his life as a Shop Foreman in...

Jimmie Sue Parrish 87, of Mishawaka, IN passed away on January 1, 2021 in Mishawaka. She was born to the late Homer and Mary (Risner) Joiner on April 7, 1933 in Florence, Alabama. She married Evan Parrish, he precedes her in death. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Jimmie is survived by her daughters Carol "Elaine" Brevard and Brenda Parrish; her grand daughters Tracey Parrish and Tabitha Kiner also 4 other grandchildren; several great grand children and 5 great great grand children. In addition to her husband Evan and parents, she was preceded in death by her 2 brothers Glen and Cecil Joiner. Services for Jimmie are private. A public graveside service and burial will be...

Andrew P. Blasko, 94 of Osceola, IN passed away on Friday, December 25, 2020. He was born on June 24, 1926 to the late John and Theresa (Szollosy) Blasko in Mishawaka, IN. On his 30th birthday June 24, 1956, he married Suesanna Grossnickle. Andrew and Suesanna shared 56 years of marriage until her passing on February 18, 2013. Andrew had a great sense of humor and worked hard to provide for his family. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of the V.F.W. Post 360. In addition to his parents and wife's passing, he was the youngest of 12 siblings who preceded him in death, Margarita, John Jr., Mike, Charlie, Joe, Tony Sr. and Frank Blasko, Helen Mandich, Rose...

Robert Heeter, 70, of Osceola, IN, passed away on December 22, at Elkhart General Hospital. He fought so hard, but COVID-19 took this wonderful husband, father and grandfather away from us. He was born on Feb 8, 1950 in Mishawaka to Robert and Bonnie (Frick) Heeter. Bob graduated from Penn High School in 1969. He served in the army from December 1970 through July 1972 and was an Armor Crewman in Germany for 10 months. After the army, Bob worked as a silk screen operator for 26 years. Bob then shifted gears and became a bus driver. He first drove for United Limo, but then found his "favorite job" driving a school bus. For 14 years, he was known as "Mr. Bob". He loved driving the...

Edna I. Bacewic, 92, of South Bend, died Monday August 17, 2020. She was born in Starke County on October 24, 1927, the daughter of (the late) Harry O. and Mary (Regnaw) Jordan. Edna retired from Wells Aluminum and she was an avid sports fan; she followed tennis, NASCAR & drag racing and was an enthusiastic fan of the Chicago Cubs. Edna enjoyed the time she spent with her family & friends, and was always ready for a card game with them. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Bacewic; her grandson, David Gramm and her sisters, Anna Jernas and Bertha Singleton. Edna is survived by her daughters, Wanda Paidle of South Bend and Sharon (Brian) Reinhold of Mishawaka; her sons,...

Margurite Ruth Ahls Whitfield, 95, of Granger, IN. passed away at home on August 17, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Herrin, Illinois on January 9, 1925, Margurite was the daughter of Andrew and Ollie (Hunt) Ahls. Margurite worked at Uniroyal, eventually retiring after 35 years. She married Charlie Whitfield on May 17, 1946 in Mishawaka. They were blessed with two daughters, Gail and Kelly. Charlie and Margurite enjoyed over 65 years of marriage until his passing on September 3, 2011. She is survived by her daughters Gail Horein of South Bend and Kelly Birk of Granger, four grandchildren, Ryan (Margo) Birk, Lisa (Nick) Dudeck, Annie (Corbin) Davis,...

Shirley Jean (LaRowe) Chastain, 81, of Edgerton, OH, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones in her home on August 17, 2020, in Elkhart, IN. Visitation services will be held at Chapel Hill Funeral Home 10776 McKinley, Osceola, IN on August 20th at Noon, with a service following at 2 pm. Burial will immediately follow at Chapel Hill Cemetery. She is survived by sons Chuck (Rachel) Chastain of Peru, IN and Gene Chastain of Elkhart, IN, and many other family members. A complete obituary can be seen and condolences can be left at www.chapelhillmemorial.com

Ginter, Timothy J., 42, of West Lafayette and formerly of Elkhart, died Monday; Arrangements through Chapel Hill Funeral Home, 10776 McKinley Hwy. , Osceola

Leo A. "Butch" Johnson, 82, of South Bend, died Sunday, August 16, 2020 at Memorial Hospital. Butch was born in Niles, Michigan on March 11, 1938, the son of (the late) Leo A. Johnson, Sr. and Marie (Knudson) Johnson. Butch was a veteran who served his country proudly in the US Army, stationed in Korea. He retired from AM General after 37 years with the company. He was an avid fan of Notre Dame Football and also enjoyed motorcycles, especially Harley-Davidsons. A former summer resident of Diamond Lake, Butch was an avid fisherman and also a bowler, having participated in several leagues over the years. He is survived by Vickie J. Johnson of Granger; daughter, Lynn Anne Johnson of South...

Tschida, Robert Scott "Scottie", 34, of Elkhart, died Sunday; Arrangements through Chapel Hill Funeral Home, 10776 McKinley Hwy , Osceola