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SOUTH BEND- Rose A. Holle, 83, of South Bend, died Wednesday July 14, 2021, at the home of her daughter in Osceola. Rose was born September 6, 1937, in DePue, Illinois to Joseph and Petra (Vasquez) Cruz. She graduated from DePue High School and later moved to Chicago, Illinois. She married Richard L. Holle, and they relocated to South Bend, Indiana. She was proceeded in death by her parents, 3 brothers: Jesse Cruz, Trinidad (Tina) Cruz, and Manuel (Inga) Cruz, her sister, Refugia (Ray) Gusman and her nephew and niece, Kerry Michael Cruz, and Sara (David) Holman. Surviving are 3 children, Julia (Ernie) Holle of Osceola, Richard L. (Sue) Holle, Jr., of Mishawaka, and Jovita M. Holle of...

ELKHART - William (Bill) A. Fackelman of Elkhart, Indiana passed away on Monday, June 12, 2021, at the age of 72. Bill was born in Elkhart, Indiana on July 19, 1949, to Fred and Carol Fackelman. He was one of nine children. Bill enlisted in the United States Army where he was stationed in Vietnam 2 yrs. After his tour in Vietnam, Bill was stationed in Fort Hood, Texas where he met the love of his life, Jody M. Schellhase. They were married June 19, 1971. After he served his time in the military, Bill and Jody came to reside in Kerrville, Texas. During his time in Kerrville, Bill attended Schreiner University where he received an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice. In July 1976 Bill...

CONSTANTINE, MI - Steven Earle Chrisman, 71, of Constantine passed away Sunday, July 11,2021, at his home. He was born June 7th,1950, in Three Rivers MI to Harry Harvey and June Evelyn (Parker) Chrisman. He was their only child. On August 27th, 2005, in Sturgis MI, he married Deborah A. (Parlin) Hall, who survives along with her daughter Kasey (Connor) Spearow. Also surviving is Steve's daughter Stephanie (Shane) Chrisman, several cousins, including Theresa, who kept him up to date on the family, nieces, a nephew, Matt Owens, who was his constant companion when shooting sports were going on, and his former partner Malinda Quirin and her sons Andy (Christina) Salisbury and Kevin (Trina)...

Larry L. Knox, 78, passed away July 5, 2021 at Golden Living Center in Elkhart. He was born April 6, 1943 in Mishawaka to Russell & Verda (Gooch) Knox. He was preceded in death by his parents, 1 grandson, 2 brothers, Robert Knox and Richard Knox. Surviving are 4 children, Angelia (David) Young, Russell (Paula) Knox, Sherri (Greg) Holmes, Phil Knox, 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Larry enjoyed golfing, traveling, having an good time and his dogs. Per his wishes cremation will take place and an open house will be held privately. Memorial contributions may be given to the Alzheimer's Association. Elkhart Cremation Services has been entrusted with the...

EDWARDSBURG, MI- at Elkhart General Hospital following a short battle with several cancers. He was born on March 14, 1939, in Greencastle, PA to the late Daniel and Frances (Hartford) Bingaman. Harold farmed in Chambersburg, PA and moved to Indiana in 1965. He then moved to Michigan in late 1995. For 4 years he was a plant manager at an automotive stamping plant in Goshen. Then he had B Line Express in Elkhart, a transportation company for 11 years operating 45 semis all over the United States. Following that he had It's the Pitts Bar and Restaurant in Union, Michigan for 19 years. His final occupation was transporting RV's and travel trailers for 21 years starting with Star...

MILLERSBURG, IN- Carolyn Jean Miller, 85, of Millersburg, died Friday July 2, 2021, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born May 21, 1936 in Richmond, Indiana to Oscar and Mittie Bessie (Alexander) Baker, She married William R. Miller, Sr. He preceded her in death on June 6, 1987. Surviving are five children, Bill Miller of Mishawaka, IN, Tony (Vicki) Miller of Willoughby Hills, OH, Doug Miller of Millersburg, IN, Dee Miller- Jahant of Cincinnati, OH, Scott A. (Tanya) Miller of Goshen; 13 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Oscar, Jr., Harold, and Tom Baker. Carolyn was formerly employed as a waitress at...

Clarence J. Black, 73, passed away June 30, 2021 at Elkhart General Hospital. He was born April 19, 1948 in Celina, Ohio to Clarence & Josephine (Billerman) Black. On August 17, 1968 he married the love of his life Sheryl Mohr; she preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Susan. Surviving are 3 wonderful children, Stephanie (Brent) Seals, Sherrye Black, Eric Black, 5 grandchildren, Kendall, Thomas, Kaia, Satchel, Nadia 3 great-grandchildren, Kinslee, Kielee, Sophia. Also surviving are 2 siblings, Dick (Connie) Black, Roberta (Walt) Schmidt, numerous other family members. Clarence and Sheryl also had many other "adopted" children,...

Walters, Scherrie, 73, of South Bend, died Wednesday; Elkhart Cremation Services , Elkhart

SOUTH BEND- Jefferey Allen Perman, 49, of South Bend, died Thursday June 17, 2021, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend surrounded by his family. He was born October 20, 1971, in Elkhart to Larry L. and Cathleen (Swegan) Perman. Surviving is a daughter, Ash-lee (Daniel) Townsend of Elkhart, 1 grandson Killian Townsend and 1 granddaughter Willow Townsend. Also surviving is his mother and stepfather Cathleen (Ronald) Perman-Kiess of Decatur, IN and 2 siblings Joice A. Perman and Jeremy A. Perman both of Three Rivers, MI. He was preceded in death by his father. Jefferey was formerly employed as a cook and upholster in Elkhart and South Bend. He attended the Decatur Lighthouse...

SOUTH BEND- Jefferey Allen Perman, 49, of South Bend, died Thursday June 17, 2021, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend surrounded by his family. He was born October 20, 1971, in Elkhart to Larry L. and Cathleen (Swegan) Perman. Surviving is a daughter, Ash-lee (Daniel) Townsend of Elkhart, 1 grandson Killian Townsend and 1 granddaughter Willow Townsend. Also surviving is his mother and stepfather Cathleen (Ronald) Perman-Kiess of Decatur, IN and 2 siblings Joice A. Perman and Jeremy A. Perman both of Three Rivers, MI. He was preceded in death by his father. Jefferey was formerly employed as a cook and upholster in Elkhart and South Bend. He attended the Decatur Lighthouse...

Bryan M. Collins was a son, brother, cousin, grandson, nephew, friend, martial artist and comedian. He died unexpectedly on June 11, 2021. He leaves behind his father, George A. Collins, his mother Becky (McClure) Collins, brother, Neal Collins, sister, Erin Gietzen (Charlie) and two nephews. He's remembered for his way with words, from leading the Penn Debate Team to victory to using his quick wit and extensive vocabulary in local stand-up comedy. Bryan was one of the founders of the original DIY Comedy Club and Production in South Bend. He loved martial arts, obtaining his Black Belt in 1997 and coached the local 1999 team at the National AAU Tae Kwan Do competition. He competed in...

Krauser, Sharon, 76, of Goshen, died Sunday; Elkhart Cremation Services , Elkhart

Rickie C. Ward (65) passed away on June 4 at the Center for Hospice Care, Elkhart. Rickie was born in South Bend on November 14 to Lester D. Ward and Lavonda (Cannon) Ward. Survivors include his wife Gale Wood-Ward, Elkhart; son Matthew J. Wood (Genevi?ve) and 10-month old grandson ?li Olivier Wood, Ottawa, Canada; mother Lavonda Ward, Granger; sister Telisa Companion (Greg) and niece Gina Companion, Elkhart; and numerous beloved in-laws and out-laws. He was preceded in death by his father. Rickie was a graduate of Elkhart Memorial Class of 1974 and a member of the URW. Elkhart Cremation Services is entrusted with his care. In keeping with his wishes there will be no visitation or...

Rickie C. Ward (65) passed away on June 4 at the Center for Hospice Care, Elkhart. Rickie was born in South Bend on November 14 to Lester D. Ward and Lavonda (Cannon) Ward. Survivors include his wife Gale Wood-Ward, Elkhart; son Matthew J. Wood (Genevi?ve) and 10-month old grandson ?li Olivier Wood, Ottawa, Canada; mother Lavonda Ward, Granger; sister Telisa Companion (Greg) and niece Gina Companion, Elkhart; and numerous beloved in-laws and out-laws. He was preceded in death by his father. Rickie was a graduate of Elkhart Memorial Class of 1974 and a member of the URW. Elkhart Cremation Services is entrusted with his care. In keeping with his wishes there will be no visitation or...

Huston, Dale, 65, of Mishawaka, died Friday; Elkhart Cremation Services , Elkhart

Hildebrand, David, 64, of Elkhart, died Wednesday; Elkhart Cremation Services , Elkhart

Lainhart, Gaile, 51, of South Bend, died Tuesday; Elkhart Cremation Services , Elkhart

Qualls, Roy, 74, of Osceola, died Saturday; Elkhart Cremation Services , Elkhart

MISHAWAKA- Sheila Gail Leazenby, 63, of Mishawaka, died Thursday May 20, 2021 at her residence. She was born October 25, 1957 in Ft. Wayne, Indiana to Julian P. and Velma J. (Farris) Adkins. On April 23, 1983 in Osceola, Indiana she married Kent D. Leazenby, Sr. He preceded her in death on June 3, 2016 in Mishawaka, IN. Also preceding in death were her parents, a son Jason Poole Adkins, a brother Ronald Dale Adkins and a nephew Dylan Bailey. Surviving is a son Kent D. Leazenby, Jr., of Mishawaka; 2 grandchildren Breanne Leazenby and Russell Leazenby;6 siblings Theresa Brown of Springfield, TN, Debbie Jones, Pamela (Mike) Estes both of Osceola, Dewayne (Tina) Adkins, Peggy Stump...

OSCEOLA-Terry L. Schmidt, Sr., passed away May 17, 2021 at his home in Osceola. He was born November 25, 1946 in Ft. Wayne, IN to Richard & Marilyn (Borkenstein) Schmidt. On July 2, 1994 in South Bend he married Linda (Sefton); she survives along with 6 children, Derek (Claudia) Schmidt, Terry "T.J." Schmidt, Jr., Jeremy (Lisa) Schmidt, Matthew (Whitney) Schmidt, Amy (Bob) Fadorsen, Marcy (Bill) Rensberger, 17 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are 6 siblings, Rick, Tim, Ted, Tammy, Steve and Suzi. He was preceded in death by his parents and 1 brother, Martin. Terry enjoyed fishing, golfing, and playing cards. Family was the most important thing to him...

EDWARDSBURG-Richard "Ryan" Dillavou, 34, passed away May 15, 2021 at Elkhart General Hospital. He was born September 23, 1986 in Niles, MI. He was preceded in death by his father, Ricky Dillavou. Surviving is his mother, Tammy Samuels, 2 brothers, Jeremy Dillavou, Dustin (Sarah) Samuels, maternal grandmother, Susan Wells and numerous other family members. Ryan was a very kindhearted man that always put others ahead of himself. He enjoyed babysitting, cooking, music, playing saxophone, kayaking, drawing and doing yardwork. He lived life to the fullest and always managed to be the life of the party. Memorial donations may be given to his Go-Fund me page. Elkhart Cremation...