Chapel Hill Funeral Home

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brennan Matthew Decker. He passed away in his home on November 9, 2024, in Mishawaka, Indiana at the age of 33. Brennan is survived by his wife Marianne Decker of Mishawaka, his parents Gary and Tressa Decker of Granger, and brother Brady Decker of Mishawaka. He is also survived by his grandmother, Jan Jagerman, his in-laws Roger and Fran Howard, and a large loving family of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and countless friends and colleagues. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Carol Decker (Grandma Carol) and Arnold Decker, and maternal grandfather Ira Jagerman (Papa). Brennan was born on February 7, 1991,...

Mishawaka - Brenda Ann Broadway, 65, passed away unexpectedly at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center on November 2nd, 2024. Brenda was born on June 14, 1959, in South Bend to the late George and Jacqueline (Currie) DeBow. Brenda finished her degree from Penn high school in 1979, where she made many lifelong friends. Brenda married the love of her life, Knowel Broadway, on August 4, 1989. She worked at various factories throughout her life, including Patrick Metals and AM General. Brenda loved horses, her two cats - Bear and Merle, enjoyed watching westerns and old black and white movies. She was always rocking to music from the 70s, liked going to concerts, and enjoyed crocheting. The...

Maryann Theresa (Krzyzaniak) Butterbaugh, 93 passed away peacefully on October 19, 2024. Maryann was born on September 5, 1931, to John and Mary (Sobkowski) in South Bend. She graduated from Washington High School. On June 16, 1951, she married Kenneth W. Butterbaugh and went on to have 5 children. Maryann worked in medical records at the South Bend Clinic and then Memorial Hospital. Maryann enjoyed nature, music, reading, games and watercolor painting. Maryann was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her siblings. Maryann is survived by her children; Denise (Thom) Kinney, Kevin (Kathy) Butterbaugh, Laura (Phil) Woods, Derek (Leslie) Andrews, Neil (Dayna) Butterbaugh, 11...

Robert Gene Taylor, 90, of Elkhart, Indiana passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Bob was born on November 24, 1933, in LaPorte, Indiana, to the late John Alvin and Grace Helen (Foresman) Taylor. Bob graduated from Riley High School in 1952 where he played basketball. He then graduated from Ball State University in 1956 where he played football. He also received his Master's degree from Notre Dame University. Bob retired from Riley High School after teaching for 40 years in the South Bend Community Schools. He was inducted into the Riley High School Hall of Fame in 1998. He then went on to serve as adjunct professor at Indiana University at South Bend....

Granger-Cathy Lee Owen, 72, passed away with her loving husband Mike and leader dog Willow by her side Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Center for Hospice, Mishawaka. Cathy was born November 20, 1951 to Robert F. Wilma and Marilyn (VonBaden) Wilma in Mishawaka, Indiana. Cathy married her junior high school sweetheart, Michael Owen, on June 24, 1972. She attended kindergarten at Lasalle Elementary, grades 1 through 6 at St. Bavo, Mishawaka, 7 and 8th at Emmons Junior High, where she was a cheerleader and DAR award recipient, grade 9 through graduation from Mishawaka High School, where she was a member of National Honor Society, received the GAR award and was active in volleyball. Cathy...

Brentwood, TN - Joyce Williams Doyle, 82, passed away on Monday, August 19th, 2024, in her Tennessee home. Joyce was born on October 19, 1941, in South Milford, IN, to the late Kenneth and Ruby (Cook) Williams. As the youngest of four siblings, she started Osceola primary school at the age of 5 and graduated from Mishawaka High School at the age of 16, before continuing her education at Goshen College and the Art Institute of Chicago. Joyce always had a plan and could rarely be held back from achieving it. Joyce was a "Boss" and lived a full life breaking glass ceilings as an Executive in the Recreational Vehicle and Mobile Home industry for 50 years. She was often recognized nationally,...

Edward Farrell Evans known as Farrell, Ed, Eddie, and Pa to friends and family, passed away at the age of 97. He moved into Majestic Care of Goshen on May 20. He died of natural causes on July 24, 2024 at Majestic Care in Goshen. We are grateful to the Veteran's Administration, Majestic Care of Goshen, and Center for Hospice. Ed was born on May 5, 1927 in South Bend to Lavina Jeffries Evans and Frank Evans. He grew up on Franklin Street in South Bend with his parents and eleven siblings. He and his brothers played a lot of baseball at Lippincott Park near their home. Ed married Dola Mae Carriger Evans on August 10, 1950. He retired from Yellow Freight Lines in August, 1988. A proud...

Elizabeth A. Ebbole, 87, of Granger, IN, passed away at home on Friday May 17, 2024. She was born on July 13, 1936 in South Bend, IN to Joseph and Juliana (Pachika) Serritella. She married Robert Ebbole on October 27, 1956. He preceded her in death on January 28, 2022. She is survived by her children: David (Lynn) Ebbole, Daniel (Heather) Ebbole, Douglas (Susan) Ebbole, Karen (Kenneth) Vargo and Julie (Scott) Lewis; 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Marlene Tokay. In addition to her husband, Elizabeth was preceded in death by a great-grandson, Garren Trovatore. Mrs. Ebbole was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Parish in Elkhart and a member of...

A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 4:00 PM at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, located at 10776 McKinley Highway, Osceola, Indiana 46561

Maurice (Mauri) Donovan Stewart, age 89, of South Bend, Indiana, a loving serene man, Notre Dame and Green Bay Packers enthusiast, passed away on Wednesday, February 28th, 2024. He was born on September 18, 1934, in Charleston, IL to the late Kenneth and Gladys (Hutts) Stewart. He married his long time love of his life Joyce Hock having had 35+ years together. He is preceded in death by one daughter Sandy Callaway and one son Jeff Stewart Maurice is survived by one daughter, Cindy Reihl and one son Patrick Stewart from an earlier marriage. He is survived by his long time love Joyce Hock Stewart, her children who affectionately called him Poppi or Pops; Linda (Jerome-late) Sloma, Rhonda...

Tami Thomas 65 of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away on February 10, 2024. Tami is survived by her husband David Thomas; daughters Margarita Hernandez, Bettie (Steven) Hoover, April Zillman; brothers Ricky Purucker of Elkhart, Indiana, Keith Vail Jr., of Niles, Michigan, David Vail of Niles, Michigan, Roger Vail of Elkhart, Indiana, and Charles Vail of Louisville, Kentucky; sisters Karen Juarez of Niles, Michigan and Juanita Wilson of Allendale, South Carolina; 11 grandchildren (with one on the way); and 2 great-grandchildren. Tami was proceeded in death by her parents Keith Allen Vail Sr. & Doris (Purucker) Vail and a sister Brenda Vale Radke. Tami loved puzzles and diamond art. She...

David Leroy Schieber 85, of Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away on February 03, 2024. He was born to Arnel and Frances Schieber on January 09, 1939, in Osceola, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his parents Arnel and Frances Schieber; wife Mary June (Wendleboe) Schieber; brothers Bill and Gary Schieber; sister Nancy (Ellingson); son David A. Schieber; grandson Gary Schieber, and great-grandson Gavin Fricke. Leaving behind his only brother Alan Schieber, his children Merrie Hatton, Mark Herrington, Cindy VanDePutte, Deborah (Gary) Thompson, Edward (Cheryl) Schieber; 18 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandsons. David was an Army veteran and a lifelong member of the...

David Schieber 85, of Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away on February 03, 2024. He was born to Arnel and Frances Schieber on January 09, 1039, in Osceola, Indiana. He was preceded in death by both f his parents Arnel and Frances; wife Mary Jane (Wendleboe) Schieber; brothers Bill and Gary Schieber; sister Nancy (Ellingson); son David A. Schieber; grandson Gary Schieber, and great-grandson Gavin Fricke. Leaving behind his only brother Alan Schieber, his children Merrie Hatton, Mark Herrington, Cindy VanDePutte, Deborah (Gary) Thompson, Edward (Chery) Schieber; 18 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandsons. David was an Army veteran and a lifelong member of the DAV. He...

John W. Norman, Jr., 93, of South Bend, Indiana died on January 27, 2024 at Healthwin after an extended illness. He is survived by sons Mark Norman (Joy) and Paul Norman (Debra), stepdaughter Maralee Holdren (Thomas), stepson Duncan MacMillan, grandchildren Luke Norman, Hope Norman, Kaitlyn Norman, Jacqueline Wiley, Alexandra Goodnight, Kristin Mishler and Erin MacMillan, great-grandchildren Noah Mishler, Gideon Mishler, Bryant Wiley and Zariyah Wiley, and special friend Betty Martha Haines. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lynn Prough Norman, parents John W. Norman and Lodema Douglas Norman, brothers Donald Norman and Larry Norman, and sisters Doris "Evelyn" Norem and Betty Berg....

Wayne L. Wagner 90, passed peacefully into the arms of his loving savior, surrounded by his family after a long illness at Briarcliff Memory Care. Wayne was a lifelong resident of Mishawaka and graduated from MHS in 1952. Wayne retired from Bayer Corporation in 1995. Wayne is survived by his loving and caring wife of 8 years, Sharon Wagner, Debra (James) DeVreese, Gary (Trudy) Wagner and Donna Frazier, 11 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild due in July. Preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Arivilla Wagner, sister Ruby Berreth, his first wife Leola Wagner and grandson David Wagner. Wayne's life celebration will be held at 12 noon at Elkhart...

Linda Carol Manis left this world with dignity and grace on January 11, 2024.She was born on July 23, 1948 in Cincinnati Ohio. She graduated in 1966 from New Richmond Highschool. She grew up next door to her cousins who were more like her brothers and sisters. Linda enjoyed antiques, quilting, and miniatures. She had a smile that would light up a room. She is preceded in death by her parents, Arnold Correll and Norma Brown. Her in-laws, Harry and Hazel Manis. Her brother-in-law James Manis. And her brother and sister-in-law, David and Judy Correll. She is survived by her loving husband and caregiver, John. Her children, Jodie, JD, and Jessica Manis. Her grandson John James Manis and...

Mumford, Wanda Lee Coonfare, died peacefully Sunday, January 7, 2024 in Mishawaka, IN while surrounded by her family. She was 95 years old. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Roy Clark Mumford. She is survived by a son, Louis Paul Mumford (Nancy) of Niles, MI and a daughter, Susan Angela Caldwell (Rick) of Hurricane, WV; grandchildren Terry Schadler (Linda) of Niles, MI, Robin Kilmartin (Wyatt) of Hebron, KY, and Anna Caldwell of Hurricane, WV; three great grandchildren Drew, Caden, and Evan; and half siblings Delbert Coonfare of Missouri and Nona Schneider of Michigan. Wanda was born on February 5, 1928. Her mother died when she was 4 years old. She was raised by her...

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 12, 2024 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am at Chapel Hill Funeral Home with a funeral service to be held at 11:30am.

Timm Darr, 60 of Granger, Indiana, passed away on December 15, 2023. He is survived by his wife Gina ( ), his mother Carol (Staffeldt) Darr, son Trevor Darr and daughters Corinna Darr & Dominique (Drew) Irons, brothers Kevin (Linda) Darr, Todd (Michelle) Darr, nephews Tyler & Theo, nieces Sara (Grady), Emily (Kevin), Maddie and Aubrey, Sister-in-law Angie (Greg) Coda, as well as his great nieces Lucy, Aria and nephews Owen, Benson and Wells . He was preceded in death by his father Richard "Dick" Darr. Timm was proud to have served our country in the Army National Guard. He loved to golf, cheer for the Cubs and spend time outdoor with his friends. He had a great...

Janel Mull, 70 of Mishawaka Indiana, passed away on December 13, 2023. A loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by her devoted husband Bruce and son Corey (Eryka Kettering) Mull, a daughter Brooke Gentry, and a sister Karen (Curt) Anderson. Janel was blessed with three grandchildren: Jared Gentry and Alison & Benjamin Mull. She was specially blessed with one great grandchild, Jonah Gentry. She was preceded in death by her parents Elke Lewellen and Jacqueline (Tuesley) Lewellen and her brother Brad Lewellen. Janel worked for Notre Dame and Martin's Supermarkets and was married to her loving husband for 51 years. Janel was an amazing cook who loved...

Dallas E. Glassburn, 81, of South Bend, IN passed away on Tuesday Nov. 28, 2023 at home. He was born in South Bend, IN on July 3, 1942 to Dallas F. and Vada (Miller) Glassburn. He married Carol A. (Maiden Name) on June 17, 1970. She preceded him in death on Oct. 16, 2010. Dallas is survived by 2 sons: Christpher Glassburn and Chris Erlacher; 3 daughters: Paula C. Riley, Theresa Fennessee and Deanna Wardlow; 3 Grandchildren: Nakita M. Glassburn, Mann and Marcos Riley; 6 Special Grandchildren: TJ, Trashana, Tamarrow and Travon Fennessee and Anthony and Oliver Newsome; 5 Great-Grandchildren: Darianna Easton, Darious Easton, Jr., Danayzia Easton, Darious Easton, II and Chozer Riley. He also...