Paul E. Mayhew

Ken Earl Went, 77 years old of Edwardsburg, passed to his rest Sept 18, 2025 at his home after an illness. He was born Dec 1, 1947 in Elkhart, the son of Chedrick and Arlina Marie (Bressler) Went I. He grew up in the Michiana area and graduated from White Pigeon High School, then entered into the United States Army during the Vietnam War. His last employment was for Bayer Corp, in the Tool-Crib. Ken was married to Linda Darlene Went and she passed Mar 21, 2012. He is survived by daughter Tina (Brian) Helbling of Edwardsburg and Son Jeff (fianc?- Christina) Went of Edwardsburg and three grandchildren, Kyle Went, Brandon Helbling and Autumn Went. There is one great-grandchild and a sister...

Michael Patrick Connell, 75 years old of Edwardsburg, passed to his rest Aug 19, 2025 after an extended illness, with his family by his side. He was born Mar 8, 1950 in Dowagiac, MI, the son of William and Jean (Brooks) Connell and has lived in the area all his life. He was an Educator for 34 years in the Edwardsburg School System, mostly teaching 6th grade. He loved coaching Football, Track, and Girl's Volleyball. When his sons began playing Soccer, he coached them. He also enjoyed negotiating contracts for the EEA. Mike was married July 29, 1972 in Edwardsburg to Kathy L DeSchepper, and they have two sons, Chad (Jill) Connell of Carmel, IN and Trevor (Amanda) Connell of St Joseph, MI and...

Richard Eugene Jimison, 93 years old, of Edwardsburg, passed to his rest July 19, 2025 at Raclin House in Mishawaka, after a brief illness. He was born Mar 2, 1932 in Culloden, W. VA, the son of William Reed Jimison and Lola Inez Lee. He retired from American Axle of Three Rivers after several years of work. He was a Veteran of the United State Marine Corps. Richard was married Nov 29, 1953 in Elkhart to Nellie M VanDicpenbos, and she passed July 1, 2012. Surviving are their children, Carla (Don) Baker of Granger, Eugene (Linda) Jimison of Elkhart and Janice Jimison of Edwardsburg. There are 6 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Family who have preceded him in passing, are his...

Carol Marquerite Temple 78 years old of Cassopolis, passed in her home on July 14, 2025 after an illness. She was born Dec 13, 1946 in Thunder Bay, Canada, the daughter of Ralph John Wesley Lee and Dorita Pape, and has lived in the Cassopolis area for several years. She had been a school bus driver in the Edwardsburg and Cassopolis Public Schools System. One of her enjoyments was in the Cass County 4-H program, helping the younger ones to do good deeds and habits in their lives. Besides being an attentive Mother, she enjoyed being active in her Community and her family and friends. She lived the 'Farm-Life' and loved to bake, cook, and do gardening. She was able to assist those in need by...

Thomas (Tom) Allen Martin, 84 years old of Edwardsburg, MI, passed to his rest April 17, 2025 at Elkhart General after an extended illness. He was born in Monticello, IN to Richard and Sara Lou (Puterbaugh) Martin. He retired from a career in Sales and Administration for Elixir Industries in 2002. He is survived by his companion of many years, Paula Ferguson of Edwardsburg and family, son: William Campbell (Colleen) Edwardsburg, MI, grandchildren: Justin (Savannah Olson) Campbell of Chicago, IL and Jacob (Becca) Campbell of Mishawaka, IN. Also surviving is his niece Cheryl (Gary) Madej of Aiken, SC and cousin Dianna Wilson of Frostproof, FL with whom he had a special bond. He was...

Mary Ellen Makowski, 81 years old of Delton, Michigan and formerly of Niles and Edwardsburg Michigan, passed to her rest on March 26th, 2025 at Bronson Hospital of Kalamazoo after an illness. She was born in Dowagiac Michigan, the daughter of Orrin John Deming and Vera Alva (Lee) Deming. Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her husband Edward A. Makowski in 1994. Also preceding her in death were her parents Orrin and Vera Deming, as well as her sisters Elsie Petcher, Nora Feirick, Nina Aldrich, and Esther Brown. Mary Ellen is survived by her son Brian Makowski and his wife Nicole Massanari of Delton, and daughters Johanna and Samantha. Mary Ellen enjoyed reading books and spending time...

Charles Eugene Smith, Sr, 79 years old of Edwardsburg , passed to his rest Feb 28, 2025 at The Chalet of Niles, after an illness. He was born April 8, 1945 in South Bend, to Lloyd and Nellie (Lyons) Smith, being a member of the ' founding Smith Family of Smith Chapel and Cemetery fame'. He grew up in Edwardsburg, and the Edwardsburg Public School System. In 1964 he entered the United States Navy and served abroad the USS Picking. After the Navy, he became a press operator in the musical instrument industry until his retirement. Charles is survived by 3 children, Becky Percy, Charles Smith Jr of Berrien Springs and Todd (Katherine) Smith of Niles. There are 8 grand children and a sister...

David Leon Wyatt, 68 years old of Edwardsburg, passed to his rest Feb 21st, 2025 at his home after an apparent heart attack. He was born June 11, 1956 in Elkhart, IN and has lived in the Michiana area all his life. For many years he was associated with the R.V. and Truck conversion Industry, being a Supervisor and Plant Manager. He was previously married to Linda (Snyder) Wyatt, and after the divorce, she is surviving, also surviving is his mother Faye Wyatt of Elkhart. His children, Joshua (Amanda) Wyatt of South Bend, Melissa Elder of Centerville and Rhonda Wagner of Constantine. Other survivors are his step-children Stacey (Jake-fiance) Roberts of Niles, Jackie (T.J.) Roberts of Elkhart...

Jennifer Louise Nowak, 46 years old, from Edwardsburg, passed Feb 14, 2025 in Edwardsburg. She was born Nov 21, 1978 to Daniel Doran and Erlinda Lou (Trevino) Nowak in South Bend. Jennifer is preceded in passing by her sister Marie Medina, Niece Krystal Haas, her Grandparents Ray and Ofelia Longoria. Jennifer is survived by her daughter Zora Nowak, her mother Erlinda Glover, her father Daniel Nowak, her brother Matthew Nowak, her sister Melissa (John) Norwick, sister Kris Correll and brother Lee Haas. Other survivors are aunt and uncle Arnold and Viola Grover, Aunt Vel Duiven, Aunt Laura and Uncle Fred Lowe. Also surviving are many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. She is now with God....

Marian Louise (Ishamel) Teter June 3, 1939 - January 25, 2025 EDWARDSBURG MI Marian L. Teter was born June 3, 1939 in Coloma, MI and entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Marian was the second born of four children to her now deceased parents, Walter Hovey Ishmael, and Adeline Louise (Messal) Ishmael. Marian was born and briefly raised in Coloma, MI, before moving to her childhood home in Watervilet, MI. She was incredibly intelligent, loved school, and graduated from Watervilet High School in 1957 with honors as the "outstanding girl" (valedictorian) of her class. Marian married the love of her life, Jack L. Teter Sr., on November 4, 1961. Jack and Marian were...

Cynthia Jane (Mayhew) Ranschaert, 67 years old of Edwardsburg, MI passed to her rest Jan 20, 2025 at the Raclin House Hospice in Mishawaka after having a stroke exactly five months earlier. She was born Apr 12, 1957 at Camp LeJune, NC, the daughter of Paul E and Betty L. (Hambrick) Mayhew. Cindy's Dad was a Hospital Corpsman for the Navy, stationed at Camp LeJune, and she was born in the Naval Hospital. When her Dad ended his service, the family moved to Niles, before coming to Edwardsburg in 1958 when the Mayhew Family started the Paul E Mayhew Funeral Home. Cindy attended the Edwardsburg Public School System, where she graduated in the Class of 1975, and then continued her education at...

Richard (Dick) Leroy Peck, Edwardsburg, MI passed away December 26, 2024, at age 78, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. He was born in Fairfield, IA in 1946 to the late Maynerd and Mary Peck, and lived in Brighton, IA until college. Surviving is his wife, Diana of 55 years, sons, Chad (Allyson) & John (Maria), two grandchildren (Collin and Sophie), and five siblings. He was preceded in death by his son, Douglas, two siblings, and his parents. In his early years he lived and worked on his uncle's farm in the summers, treasuring every part of farm life. He graduated from the University of Iowa with a BS degree in civil engineering. He started his career with the DOT and finished...

Allen A Wait, 94 years old of Edwardsburg and Union, passed to his rest Dec 25, 2024 at the Timbers of Cass County, Dowagiac. Allen was married May 27, 1950 in Elkhart to Joyce Brooks, and she passed. He is survived by a daughter Shirley (Chester) Critizer of Berrien Springs and a son Robert (Marsha) Wait of Mishawaka. Family who preceded Allen in passing are his parents Hershel and Ethel (Lawver) Wait, his beloved wife Joyce, and his siblings, Julia Kline, Thelma Wait, Maxine Wait, Howard Wait, Harold Wait and James Wait. Allen was employed in the R.V. Industry assembling the many units he managed in the factory. He enjoyed helping his family and neighbors with anything he could repair...

Jackson Brady, 71, of Edwardsburg passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, December 22, 2024, after battling pancreatic cancer. He was born in Deckerville, MI, and lived in that area until he was 10 years old, when his family relocated to Cassopolis. He graduated from Ross Beatty High School in 1971 and enlisted in the Army. Jackson was assigned to the 101st Airborne Division on August 18th, 1971, as a 17R Vulcan Crewman. After attending the Vulcan Air Defense training at Ft. Bliss, TX, he left for Ft. Benning, GA, for Basic Airborne training and eventually was stationed at Ft. Campbell, KY, until May 18th, 1973, when he received an Honorable Discharge. During his time at Ft. Campbell,...

Pamela (Pam) Bolock, 69, passed away at her home on December 19, 2024. Pam was born in Mishawaka, IN and graduated from Mishawaka High School in 1973. Pam moved to Anderson Rd with her husband, Cort Bolock, in 1979 where she and Cort raised two children and continue to live in the same house today. Pam was an amazing bookkeeper and office manager and loved working. Pam worked several long term jobs over her life including Stateline Diesel, Bowles Well Drilling, CNC Supply, and Martin's Supermarket. Pam was currently a full time employee of Martin's Heritage Square working in the deli where she enjoyed her team members and the customers. She was a hard worker and a model employee. Pam was...

John Kedik, a gentle yet fun-loving soul with a knack for teasing and a caring heart, left us on December 8, 2024, at 94 years old. He was born March 27, 1930, in Mishawaka, Indiana, the son of Frank and Anna (Waja) Kedik, and has lived in Michiana all his life. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, receiving the Korean Service Ribbon, one Bronze Service Star, and other ribbons and medals. He retired from Bendix, working in the Foundry in the Aerospace division. John was married on December 18, 1965 in South Bend to Barbara Ann Turner. She survives with two daughters, Sharon (Dave) Witkowski of Elmira, MI and Melinda (William) Stockwell of Dowagiac as well as granddaughters,...

Nancy Gail (North) Mead was born on March 14, 1939, in Galesburg, MI to Ruth Lenora Shafer and John Andrew North. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Nancy graduated from Marshall High School in 1957 and frequently claimed that the 1950's were the best of times. She furthered her education at Wright Beauty Academy and Kellogg Community College. Nancy worked at Edwardsburg Elementary while her children were in school, a role she found deeply rewarding. Nancy met Clark Elgin Mead in September 1958, and the couple married on June 25, 1960. They celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary this year, a testament to their enduring love and commitment. Throughtout...

Sharon Lee Kendle, 80 years old of Edwardsburg, passed to her rest May 23, 2024 at home after an illness. She was born May 15, 1944 in Niles and lived most of her life in Edwardsburg, graduating from Edwardsburg High School in 1962. She worked for 34 years in the RV Industry doing office work in bookkeeping. Then she obtained an Associate Degree in accounting to continue that work. Later she was the Librarian for the Edwardsburg Library. Sharon lost her parents, Standard Phillips and Grace Eilizabeth (Warburton) Phillips. In her first marriage she had a daughter Shari Lynette White, before her divorce. She then married Thomas D. Kendle in 1982 and he survives with daughter Shari Lynette...

Norman Richard Booth took his last dance step on earth at home on Eagle Lake, Edwardsburg, Michigan. Son of Helen "Miggs" and Norman Ralph Booth, Sr., Dad is survived by his sister, Norma Lu Meehan, children, Shawn Buzalski, Valerie McHugh, Jeffrey Booth (Deborah), Jodie Freeland (Ed), and stepson, Michael Grabill (Mindy). He was the proud Grandfather of nine (Michael Martin, Nick, Kate and Jessica Buzalski, Tim McHugh, Mia and Kayla Freeland, Gabby and Colton Grabill) and three great-grandchildren (Reese, Piper and Maverick Buzalski). Never one to shy away from his bootlegging ancestry Dad was a fun-lovin' hell raiser when opportunity presented itself but grounded on good manners,...

Dawn Rae (Helmlinger) Dickey passed away in her home on May 4th, 2024, in Niles, MI after a 4-month battle with cancer. She was born on September 16th, 1957, to Art Helmlinger and Beverly Stroup in Niles, MI. On June 27th, 1981, she married the love of her life, Ross Dickey. They raised 5 children: Matthew (Jennie) Dickey of Niles, MI; Michael Dickey of Valparaiso, IN; Rebekah Dickey of Springfield, VA; Daniel (Amanda) Dickey of Seoul, South Korea; and Trent Dickey of Niles, MI. They have two granddaughters, Addison and Ella Dickey. Dawn graduated from Brethren Christian in 1975. She was the backbone of Dimensions In Tooling in Granger, IN, the company her husband started in their...

Sharon Ann Glass, 82 years old of Cassopolis, passed to her rest April 30, 2024 at her home. She was born Feb. 25, 1942 in Mishawaka, the daughter of Orville and Valera (Fisher) Sampson. Besides caring for her five children, she also did office cleaning. Surviving are her children, Darlene (Steve) Comer, Yvonne (David) Kelly, Steve (Dana) Glass and Shannon (Michelle) Glass. There are 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great- grandchild. Family who preceded her in passing are her parents and a daughter, Christine Tanner. Family and friends may gather on May 18th, 2024 from 12:30-1:00 PM at the Apastolic Lighthouse, 30402 M-62, Dowagiac, where the Service of...