Cobb Funeral Home

Christine Jones Garth was born on Feb. 3, 1936 in Grenada, MS; she died Dec. 27, 2022 in her home. She graduated from Central High School in 1955. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Rose and Craig Clark of South Bend . She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years Jake Garth; a daughter, Jerri Richardson and grandson Ruben Howard Richardson, III. Funeral services were held on Mon. Jan. 2, 2023 at St. Augustine Catholic Church and burial at MT. Pleasant Cemetery.

Dale Arthur Womack Jr., 32 of Mishawaka passed away unexpectedly on September 22nd. He was preceded in death by his Mother Stephanie Womack and left behind his Father, Dale Arthur Womack Sr., his sister, Catlin Womack and her Fianc?e, Andrew Joseph Schaar, along with countless friends and loved ones. Dale was a loving Son, brother, and friend to so many. To honor Dale's memory, we are holding a celebration of his life at 2:30PM on October 2nd at the VFW Post 360. We invite anyone who knew him to attend and remember his wonderful life. Cobb Funeral Home 3525 South Michigan Street is handling the arrangements

Sewonie Mincy Sr. was born on May 18, 1926, to the union of the late Rueben Mincy and Carrie (Horton) Mincy. He met the love of his life as a child and later married Mamie Wigfall in 1950. They moved to South Bend, Indiana in 1953 to start a family. Sewonie Sr., was a beloved husband, dad, grandfather called papa, brother, uncle, and friend who departed this life on Saturday, July 30, 2022, at his home with family. Sewonie Sr., leaves to cherish his fond memories: one sister, Ida; his daughter, Bettye Sue; his 6 sons and daughter in law, Sewonie Jr., Perry (Cora), Dewayne, Gregory, Michael, Alan; 6 grandchildren; Syrena, Asyria, Lorenda, Darrius and Michael, Ayunna; 12 great-grandchildren; 4...

Gwendolyn Ann Poindexter 68 years of age peacefully departed this life at her home on Sunday June 26, 2022, at 8:20 p.m. At her request cremation has taken place. A memorial service where family and friends may gather to honor her life will take place on July 9th at 2:00pm at Cobb Funeral Home 3525 S. Michigan St, South Bend, IN 46614.

Larry Harvell Sr. was born June 21, 1949, in Nashville, TN to Grady Sr. and Ada Harvell. He moved to South Bend and spent much of his early years with his grandmother, Edna Harvell who he fondly called "Ma". He attended Washington High School and served in the United States Army and was discharged as Spec 4. Larry's work life included Clark Equipment, Shippers Dispatch, Preston Trucking, AM General and South Bend Community School Corporation. His hobbies included fishing, hunting and, cooking corn at K-Wood Products, Robinson Community Center and for anyone who asked. Larry also had a great love for his family, and he never met a stranger. Preceding him in death, his parents,...

Mr. John Bailey Riffle was born on October 8, 1938 in South Bend, Indiana. He was the youngest of four children born to the late Virgil and the late Ethel (Roberts) Riffle. He passed away peacefully at Beacon Memorial Hospital of South Bend on Monday, September 13, 2021; he was 82 years old. John was educated in the South Bend Community School Corporation. After high school he enlisted in the United States Marines and had the opportunity to travel all over the world while serving his Country. He completed his Tour of Duty in 1961 and received an Honorable Discharge. He returned to South Bend until 1965; he then relocated to Flint, Michigan where he began his career with General Motors. John...

Manns, Calvin, 87, of South Bend, died Tuesday; Cobb Funeral Home , South Bend

Hill, Larry, 68, of South Bend, died Monday; Cobb Funeral Home , South Bend

Williams, Barbara, 70, of Indianapolis, died Thursday; Cobb Funeral Home , South Bend

Hogan, Gregory, 60, of South Bend, died Tuesday; Cobb Funeral Home , South Bend

Louise Whittaker Pack was born to Sophie and Willie Whittaker on September 27, 1930 in Eudora Arkansas. Louise was the oldest of her siblings, whom she loved dearly. Louise went home to be with her heavenly father on July 28, 2021. She leaves to celebrate her life her devoted family; daughters, Brenda (Ricky) House of Delaware OH, Diane (Charles) Harris, Angela (Perry) Patton of South Bend IN; sons Donnie Neely, Lentwood Mainer, Terry (Ida) Mainer of South Bend IN. and Jeffery Mainer of Westerville OH; stepchildren Veronica Warren, Bridgette Pack, Carol Spann; three sisters, Bessie Whittaker of Chicago IL., Gloria Whittaker and Velma Taylor of South Bend, IN. She also leaves a host...

Pack, Louise, 90, of South Bend, died Wednesday; Cobb Funeral Home , South Bend

Harris, Benjamin, 19, of South Bend, died Sunday; Cobb Funeral Home , South Bend

Smith, Alphonso, 65, of South Bend, died Thursday; Cobb Funeral Home , South Bend

The funeral service for Scott Wilson is 12:00 noon Saturday with visitation one hour prior in Cobb Funeral Home. Mr. Wilson passed away on Monday in Memorial Hospital. He was 57 years old. See Cobb Funeral Home's website.

Ms. Vickers funeral service is 11:00 a.m. Saturday with visitation one hour before in Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 918 N. Olive St. Ms. Vickers passed away at home on Tuesday. She was 86. Detailed obituary on Cobb Funeral Home's website.

"Live today like the person you want to be remembered as..." - Raymond E. Johnson Raymond E. Johnson,74 years old, returned to our divine creator at his home on June 1st, 2021. Ray was born to Freeman and Emma (Borntreger) Johnson in South Bend, Indiana on April 14th, 1947. A decorated 2nd lieutenant in the United States Army, he received 2 purple hearts and 2 bronze stars with oak leaf clusters for his service in Vietnam prior to honorable discharge in 1969. Ray was married to Patricia Johnson 50 years ago on September 16th. To this union was born Danyelle (Kellen and Keyon- grandchildren) Johnson, Gabrielle (Andy) Johnson, Aaron Johnson, and Marcus Johnson. Raymond had 5 brothers and 3...

Jackson, Cleveland, 71, of Elkhart, died Saturday; Cobb Funeral Home , South Bend

Stanley Leon Doaks, was born June 21, 1950 in South Bend, IN to the late Leon & Lucy Doaks.. Stanley departed this life Tuesday, May 25, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers Keith Doaks and Michael Doaks. Stanley was a 1972 graduate of John Adams H.S. He married his loving wife Kyna Coleman 6/14/2003. Stanley was a church member of Abundant Faith & Life Ministry. He was employed with AM General for over 25 years and had previously worked at Oliver Manufacturing for 15years. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Stanley (Mr. South Bend) loved Cadillac's and owed several! He was a member of the Convertible Cadillac club in South Bend. Surviving...

Doaks, Stanley L., 70, of Indianapolis, died Tuesday; Cobb Funeral Home , South Bend

Beverly "Deouan" Gray graced the world with her presence on March 13, 1954. Willa Mae Sanchez and Benjamin Tucker Gray Sr. of South Bend, Indiana welcomed and embraced her as their first born child. Being a big sister came naturally for Beverly. Being a no-sense nurturer and a fierce protector of her siblings seemed to be encoded in her DNA! Beverly was born a fighter, and her tenacious spirit helped her endure the bumps and bruises of life--undaunted. Life may have humbled her, but God sustained her, "Blessed be the Lord my strength which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight" (Psalm 144). In 1970, her Eldest daughter, Stacy, was born and four years later, she welcomed her son,...