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Jerry Crowe, age 90, passed away on November 26, in his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Delmus and Sally (Sproles) Crowe, siblings, Berry Crowe (his twin), James Crowe, William (Jean) Crowe, Barbara (James) Goins, Theresa (John) Campbell, and Reverend Delmus Crowe, Jr. His brother Joel (Mary) Crowe, daughters, Jennifer (Matt) Demske, Sandra Crowe-Ruckert, Theresa (Robert Smith) Crowe, and son Gerald Crowe, Jr. survive. Also surviving are his grandchildren Koty (Lynndy) Rigdon, Tiffany Ruckert, Mark Ruckert, Malary (James Foster) Demske, and Derek Demske, along with great-grandsons, Charley Rigdon and Tripp Demske. Jerry's family moved to Oak Ridge, Tennessee from Atlanta,...

Kim Denise Bowerman passed away peacefully in her home with her family, friends and her best boy, Elliot, by her side. Kim was born on November 28, 1964 to James and Mildred Bowerman. After graduating from high school in 1983, she joined the US Army and served her country for five years while stationed in Germany during the cold war. In 1992, she chose to serve her community by joining the South Bend Police Department, starting off as a patrol officer and then being promoted to work in Narcotics. In 1998, she moved to Florida and became the first female officer for the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department. After retiring from the police department, she put herself through college and...

Roberta H. Meadows, 91, of Elkton, Virgina was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 3, 2023, in Elkhart, Indiana. She was born October 24, 1932, in Waynesboro, Virgina to Ernest Poe Hensley and Violet Morris Hensley. She married Freeman D. Meadows on December 29, 1950. A Celebration of Life service will be held at the Elkton Pentecostal Church at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 18, 2023 in Elkton, VA. A time of food and fellowship will follow at the church's social hall. Roberta will be interred in Elk Run Cemetery alongside of Freeman Meadows. Flowers may be sent to the Elkton Pentecostal Church for the service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to MWH Hospice,...

On November 1, 2023 Pamela Ann LeMere passed away surrounded by her loving family after a short battle with cancer. Pam was born on February 10, 1955 in Mishawaka IN and was the daughter of Richard "Lefty" J. and Janet M. LeMere (Kindig). She was preceded in death by her mother, Janet, her grandparents and her dogs AJ & Buddy. Left to deal with the huge void in their hearts are her father, Lefty, her sister Patti Morris (Mishawaka), her brothers Richard LeMere Jr. (Bobbie) Fortville, IN and Curt LeMere (Janis) Austin, TX and her cat Sniper. Also, her nieces and nephews Jennifer Rutledge, Heidi Pollard (Matthew), and Jeremy Morris, Todd (Bettina), Timothy and Irina LeMere, and...

ELKHART-Teena M. Davis, 68, passed away October 30, 2023, at the Center for Hospice Care the Esther House. She was born April 27, 1955, in South Bend to Ernest & Mary (Luttrell) Horvath. On April 21, 2011 she married Rusty Davis; he survives along with 2 siblings, Judith (Alan) Williams, Carol (Terry) DeSchepper, and numerous other family members. She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Brad Horvath. Teena loved spending time with her husband, was a Doberman and cat enthusiast, and enjoyed her very active social life. Per her wishes cremation will take place and there will be no services. Memorial contributions may be given to the Center for Hospice...

GOSHEN-George F. Nelson, 75, passed away October 3, 2023, at Majestic Healthcare in Goshen. He was born July 7, 1948, in Los Angeles, CA to the late George & Gloria (Kerr) Nelson. Surviving is a daughter, Ann (Christopher) Tapper, 3 grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren, 2 brothers, Jerry (Vickie) Nelson and daughters Christy and Merredith, Glenn (Carol) Nelson, and sons Eric and Devon, and 2 sisters. Also surviving is his best friend, Marsha Cenkush, best friends' daughter, Megan (Jeff) Spurgeon and 3 honorary grandchildren. George was a proud U.S. Army Veteran and a member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America. He was a huge sport enthusiast, enjoyed...

On Thursday the 28th Ken took a break. Ken was known to most as Dad, Papa, Pops, Country Ken (Old 10 Can), Killer Ken (Ice Bikes), or as Rich called him, Old Man. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Jackie and Ken met at the K-Inn Cafe. They operated the restaurant together for a number of years. He and his wife Jackie have been side by side for 50 years. Ken was a teacher at heart. He would take time to teach anyone how to help themselves. He was always the first to tackle any project. A graduate of Key West College with a business degree, he chose an occupation as a cement mason. He often told his wife and children "I poured that". We didn't go anywhere he...

DOWAGIAC, MI- Margaret Eleanor Martin, 97, of Dowagiac, MI, passed away Saturday September 16, 2023, at the Caretel Inns in St. Joseph, MI. She was born January 26, 1926, in Dowagiac, Michigan to Lee & Edith (Townsend) Struble. On November 23, 1947, in Dowagiac, Michigan she married James Roland Martin. He preceded her in death on August 24, 2023, in Dowagiac, Michigan. Surviving is a son, Kevin (Melissa) Martin of Niles, MI; 5 grandchildren, Dane (Katherine) Martin of Murrells Inlet, SC, Katie (Daniel Lewin) Martin-Browne of Durham, NC, Dr. Gaby Martin of San Francisco, CA, Lexie Martin-Browne, Mady (Michael Tahmasian) Martin both of Chicago, IL and 1 great-grandson, Gabriel Lewin...

Phyllis Joy McDonald (Johnson) was born May 28, 1936, to Dewey Henry Johnson and Edwina Dorothy Johnson (Stong) and lived a full life until September 2, 2023, when she was reunited with her husband, family, friends and Savior. She was the fifth child born to Dewey and Edwina; all her siblings, Dewey Paul (Sonny), Richard Marvin, Alice Joann, Gerald Lee, Nancy Gayle, and Darlene Sue preceded her in death. Phyllis was married on December 21, 1962, to Ernest M. McDonald (deceased) and was married nearly 60 years at his passing. Their union gave them a son, Ernest M. or Ernie McDonald II (Lisa Murr), and a daughter Susan Hancock (Michael Hancock). Phyllis was a lifelong teacher who graduated...

DOWAGIAC, MI- James Roland Martin, 96, of Dowagiac, MI, passed away Thursday August 24, 2023, his residence in Dowagiac, MI. He was born December 17, 1926, in Mishawaka, IN to Anthony J. & Pauline (Pendl) Martin. On November 23, 1947, in Dowagiac, MI he married Margaret Eleanor Struble. She survives along with a son, Kevin (Melissa) Martin of Niles, MI; 5 grandchildren, Dane (Katherine) Martin of Murrells Inlet, SC, Katie (Daniel Lewin) Martin-Browne of Durham, NC, Dr. Gaby Martin of San Francisco, CA, Lexie martin-Browne, Mady (Michael Tahmasian) Martin both of Chicago, IL and 1 great-grandson, Gabriel Lewin of Durham, NC. Additional survivors include a special niece, Renee Hauser...

SOUTH BEND-Sara L. Carr, 25, passed away August 14, 2023, at her home in South Bend. She was born September 21, 1997, in South Bend. Surviving are her parents, Patrick & Leslie (Cundiff) Carr, a sister, Samantha Cundiff, paternal grandparents, Tom (Karen) Carr, Brenda (Douglas) Laymon, and maternal grandmother, Dorothy Bone. Also surviving is her fianc?, Justin Gaff, additional siblings, Cameron & Caitlin Sheler and numerous other family members. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfathers, Herbert Cundiff and Solomon "Sox" Bone. Sara enjoyed singing, going to the beach, shopping, playing video games, spending time with her family especially her nieces and nephews...

MISHAWAKA- Gloria Jean Brown, 54, of Mishawaka, passed away suddenly on August 8th, 2023 at Memorial Hospital surrounded by family. She was born on May 30th, 1969 in Danville, Illinois to Morris & Kathy Starkey. She is survived by her parents, sisters, 5 children, and 7 grandchildren. Her children are Holly (Dominic) Hall, Kevin (Jessica) Brown, Zachary (Danielle) Brown, Austin (Janelle) Brown, Paul (Jason) Brown. Known by many as Shiny Glo or Momma Glo, Gloria's tenacious spirit and optimism live on in memory. She persevered through countless challenges, but nothing kept her down. As a passionate Christian, she held daily bible studies and devotionals. She adored frogs and acquired...

August 04, 2023, Candy Kay Wiener, 67, of South Bend, IN, passed away with family by her side. Family meant everything to Candy. Candy was fiercely loyal to her large family. Candy, the fifth of seven children, was born on September 19, 1955 to Herschel and Mary (Smith) Willis. Not a day went by that she didn't talk or text with one of her sisters, JoMary (John) Temple, Connie (Bob) Price, Roxane (Pat) Temple, Crystal Willis, and Tina (Doug) Kaczorowski. Candy's brother Ron (Mona) Willis is the lone man in the group of sisters. After graduating from LaSalle high school in 1973, Candy had a chance encounter with Sterling W. Wiener at Boonie Doons, both claiming the other started the...

MISHAWAKA-Vickie K. Popke, 66, passed away July 17, 2023, at Silver Birch of Mishawaka. She was born June 5, 1957, in St. Joseph, MI. Surviving is her stepmother, Darlene Bryan, a son, James (Kellie) Popke, 2 grandchildren, Hunter and Kinsley. Also surviving are 5 siblings, Brad, Bill, Vivian, Susan, and Becky. She was preceded in death by her father, Jim Bryan (who passed on July 19, 2023), her mother, Beverly Bryan, and a sister, Denise. Vickie was very maternal and adored children. She liked going to casinos and most of all making memories with her family. She was also a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in St. Joseph, Michigan. Per her wishes cremation will take place...

Jean Ann Rupp, 75, passed away May 25, 2023, at her home in Elkhart, IN. She was born September 2, 1947, in Bloomington, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents, John J. & Wanda M. (Wooten) Frantz, her husband, Jonathan Rupp, and a brother, Jack L. Frantz. Surviving are 2 children, James Rupp, Susan Barnhart, a nephew, Dean Frantz (Patricia Wilcox), a niece, Dawn Thompson, several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Jean was a 1965 graduate of Bloomington High School in Bloomington, IL and married her husband, Jonathan on December 31, 1971. She was employed at State Farm Insurance Companies, formally volunteered at Grace Arbor in Lawrenceville, GA, Ryan's...

NILES-James "Jim" H. Denno, 78, passed away April 26, 2023, at the Center for Hospice Care the Raclin House in Mishawaka. He was born March 29, 1945, in Niles, MI. On December 31, 1998, he married Judith; she survives along with 5 children, Tammy, Jared, Ryan, Rich, and Christine. Also surviving are 5 grandchildren, 2 brothers, Ed Denno and David Kennedy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wyman Denno and Evelyn Kennedy and a sister, Sandy Bowers. Jim was a proud U.S. Army Veteran that enjoyed camping, riding his motorcycle, and most of all spending time with his family and grandchildren. Per his wishes cremation will take place and burial will be held at a later date in...

SOUTH BEND-Walter F. Spansail, 31, passed away April 25, 2023, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend. He was born September 29, 1991, in South Bend. Surviving are his parents, Walter & Jane Spansail, a brother, John Spansail and numerous other family members and friends. Walter enjoyed tinkering in the garage, spending time with his family, and was an amazing uncle. Cremation will take place and there will be a memorial service at a later date. Memorial contributions may be given to the family. Elkhart Cremation Services has been entrusted with the arrangements.

ELKHART- Pamela J. (Holsinger) Russell, 54, of Elkhart, passed away Friday April 14, 2023, at her residence in Elkhart. She was born August 18, 1968, in South Bend, Indiana to Thomas James and MaryLee (Millemon) LaPara. On February 14, 1996, in Elkhart she married London L. Russell. He survives along with 3 children, Amber (Nathan) Schwartz of North Liberty, IN, Dallas Russell of Syracuse, IN, Abel Russell of Elkhart; 10 grandchildren and her parents MaryLee (Joe) LaPara of Osceola, IN and Nancy Holsinger, of Elkhart, IN. As well as 5 siblings, Tracy Holsinger, Steve (Jayne) Holbert, Doug (Jeri) Holbert all of Elkhart, Terri (Dave) Watson of Constantine, MI, Michael LaPara of Osceola,...

NILES- Dixie Lee Songer, 83, of Niles, passed away Wednesday April 5, 2023, at Riveridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Niles. She was born February 12, 1940, in Wabash, Indiana to Paul & Midge (Tiedge) Hinderlider. Surviving are 3 children, Daniel (Naomi) Songer of Niles, MI, Kimberly (Ron) Zebell of Buchanan, MI, Cliff (Vinnia) Songer of Sierra Vista, AZ; 10 grandchildren, Christy & Jeff, Daniel & Veronica, Mikalah & Devin, Chad & Stacie, Andrew & Sascha, Garrett, Jenna, Michielle, Codee, Bekka and 11 1/2 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are 2 sisters, Nancy Beaver of Otis, Oregon and Vicki (Nick) Carter of South Bend. She was preceded in death by...

GOSHEN-Sharon was born June 21, 1944 in Mt Vernon, Illinois to Ross and Gladys (Williamson) Lisenby. She married James (Jim) Edward Hoke on March 12, 2001, in Elkhart. Jim passed away March 20 2014. Surviving are her daughter Sherry (Kevin) Finn of Goshen, brother Ross Ward (Alma) Lisenby Peoria, Il. , sister Mildred Ingram and Beverly Johnson of McLeansboro, Il. Four step daughters Pamela Parker, Moline, Il., Patty (Rodney) Frick, Osceola, Peggy (Richard) McCollough, Elkhart and Linda Sanders, Effingham, Il. Three grandchildren, nine step grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and ten step great grandchildren. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents. Sharon worked at Elkhart...

ELKHART, - Josephine Lubensky, 97, passed away at 9:34 AM on March 23, 2023, at Hubbard Hill Community. She was born November 27, 1925, in Owego, NY to Joseph & Catherine (Yurish) Jastremsky. Josephine later moved to New Castle after she married Stanley Lubensky. They were married 66 yrs before his passing in 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, & all of her 9 siblings. Surviving family members include her 3 children, Mark (Jane) Bens, NC, Philip (Jodi) Lubensky , South Bend, In. & Teresa Lubensky , Wiley, Tx. To read full obituary go to:https://www.elkhartcremation.com/obituary/ Josephine-Lubensky Family & friends are welcome to join us for an intimate...