John Lee Babcock, of Mishawaka, was born October 2, 1940, in Logansport, IN. He was the son of Dr. Troy and Katherine (Kammerer) Babcock of Logansport and Culver, IN. They preceded him in death, as well as his two sisters and brothers-in-law: Mary Katherine Crise (John R.), and Dorothy Williams (Dr. Charles). John is survived by his wife of 51 years, Linda (Laskey); and their three children, Patricia Babcock McGraw of Antioch, IL, Michael (April) of Mishawaka, and Gregory (Ana) of Green Bay, WI. John and Linda have seven grandchildren, Matthew, Kelsey, Garrett, Abigail, Blair, Ava, Jackson; and several nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews. John was a 1958 graduate of Culver...

South Bend, IN-James went to be with his Lord surrounded by his loving children. James was born to Richard Vogel and Mary Beier. Left to honor his memory are his beloved children: Lucy, James, Victoria & Louis. Remorsefully surviving siblings, Richard (Michelle), Travis (Michelle), Doug (Carrey), Cathy (Mike), Rose (Randy) & Mark (Jam) along with a host of beloved nieces & nephews. Rejoining his brother Ronald. James had a heart of gold and loved God and his family deeply. His life has been a blessing for those who knew him and he was always willing to lend a helping hand. He was very loved by his family and will be forever remembered. Visitation will be held from 5-6 pm on...

Granger, IN-Elizabeth "Betty" Schultz, 94, passed away on Thursday, May 6, 2021. She was born on February 5, 1927, in South Bend to Louis and Mary (Kish) Horvath. On October 26, 1963, she married Henry Schultz who survives. Betty graduated from Our Lady of Hungary Grade School and Riley High School. In 1944 she went to work for Oliver Farm Equipment, which was later known as White Farm Equipment and worked there for 31 years. She was secretary of Local #1096 for a time. She enjoyed bowling at the Elks where she served as President of Elks Tues. Ladies Morning League. She also enjoyed playing golf and doing crossword puzzles. She was a member of the American Legion #161 for over 50...

Schultz, Elizabeth , 94, of Granger, died Thursday; Hahn Funeral Home , Mishawaka

Elsie DeCook, 100, passed away Thurs May 6, 2021. She was born to the late Basil & Emma Peresyn. Surviving is her son, Phil DeCook. A private graveside service will take place. Hahn Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Vogel, James, 52, of South Bend, died Thursday; Hahn Funeral Home , Mishawaka

De Cook, Elsie, 100, of Mishawaka, died Thursday; Hahn Funeral Home , Mishawaka

Kevin B. Batchlor, 52, passed away on Wed, May 5, 2021. Kevin was born in South Bend on July 22, 1968, to Bill Batchlor and Marvetta (Runnels) Mead. On July 16, 1999, he married Billie Howard who survives. Also surviving are his sister, Constance Mead; and brothers, Timothy Batchlor and Glenn Mead. A memorial service will be held at 11 am Mon, May 10th at Hahn Funeral Home in Mishawaka with visitation 1 hour prior. Due to current public health and safety standards, face are masks required. To leave an online condolence or to share a memory, please visit www.hahnfuneralhomes.com.

Batchlor, Kevin B., 52, of Mishawaka, died Wednesday; Hahn Funeral Home , Mishawaka

Mishawaka, IN-Caresse Renee Kinzie, 73, passed away on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. Renee was born in Mishawaka, IN on August 14, 1947, to the late Ross & Honey Lou (Anderson) Ziemendorf. On June 3, 1994, in Mishawaka, Renee married Kenneth Kinzie who survives. Also surviving are her children, Kellie (Pete) Crane, Brent (Melissa) Watson, Adam Kinzie, and Aaron (Rita) Kinzie; grandchildren, Danielle, Kyley, Marcos, Jose, Mateo, Austin, A.J. Jr., Reese, and Adian. No formal services at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Hahn Funeral Home has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. To leave an online condolence or to share a memory, please visit...

Kinzie, Caresse Renee, 73, of Mishawaka, died Tuesday; Hahn Funeral Home , Mishawaka

South Bend, IN-Florence B. Smith, 64, passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021. Florence was born in Lansing, MI on July 10, 1956, to the late Robert & Doris (Bell) Hicks. On July 10, 1976, in Evart, MI, Florence married Ronald Smith who preceded her in death on June 9, 2015. Florence is survived by her children, Tracy Smith and Brad (Angela) Smith; grandchildren, Thomas (Sarah) Cruz, Brandon Cruz, Cheyenne Smith, and Jordan Smith; great-grandchild, Eligio Cruz; sisters, Frances Barentine, Rosemary Fitzpatrick, Janice Gibbons, and Edith Spitzley; and a brother, Robert Hicks. Florence is preceded in death by her sisters, Patricia Evans and Marylee Hicks. Per Florence's wishes, no formal...

Smith, Florence B., 64, of South Bend, died Saturday; Hahn Funeral Home , Mishawaka

South Bend, IN-Karen Engle Spears, 81, passed away at home on Friday, April 30, 2021. Karen was born on May 10, 1939, to the late Peter and Helen (West) Hyska. On July 5, 1986, Karen married James Spears who preceded her in death on February 17, 2015. They raised 9 children, Terri Engle, Kelly (Fred) Owens, Richard (Ann) Engle Jr., Douglas (Robyn) Engle, David (Marietta) Engle, Dean (Sandi) Engle, James Spears Jr., John (Theresa) Spears, and Joseph Spears; 16 grandchildren, Michelle, Samantha, Barbara, Martha, Jessica, Jackie, Eddie, Robbie, Danielle, Christina, Donnie, Avonlea, Jennifer, Emma, Hannah, Steven, Matthew, and Andrew; 27 great-grandchildren. Preceding Karen in death is her...

Engle-Spears, Karen, 81, of South Bend, died Friday; Hahn Funeral Home , Mishawaka

James, "Jim," Lee Hahn, 64, of Elkhart, IN passed away peacefully from COVID pneumonia on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at Elkhart General Hospital. His loved ones were by his side as he went to be with his Lord and Savior. Jim was born to the late Dale and Eloise (Williams) Hahn on March 9, 1957. He graduated from Penn High School where he broke several basketball records. He was a stellar basketball player at Ball State University where he was a three-year captain. He was a member of the Elkhart County Sports Hall of Fame, the Ball State Athletics Hall of Fame, and the Concord Athletics Hall of Fame. Upon graduation from Ball State, he taught and coached basketball at Schmucker Middle...

James, "Jim," Lee Hahn, 64, of Elkhart, IN passed away peacefully from COVID pneumonia on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at Elkhart General Hospital. His loved ones were by his side as he went to be with his Lord and Savior. Jim was born to the late Dale and Eloise (Williams) Hahn on March 9, 1957. He graduated from Penn High School where he broke several basketball records. He was a stellar basketball player at Ball State University where he was a three-year captain. He was a member of the Elkhart County Sports Hall of Fame, the Ball State Athletics Hall of Fame, and the Concord Athletics Hall of Fame. Upon graduation from Ball State, he taught and coached basketball at Schmucker Middle...

Hahn, Jim, 64, of Goshen, died Thursday; Hahn Funeral Home , Mishawaka

De Keizer, Marian, 89, of Mishawaka, died Thursday; Hahn Funeral Home , Mishawaka

MISHAWAKA - Marian (Mammolenti) De Keizer, 89 passed away peacefully with all of her children by her side. Marian was the second child born to her Italian immigrant parents Pietro and Theresa Maria (Martino) Mammolenti who came from Calabria, Italy. Marian was the first of their children born in America. Pietro moved to America first to find work and then in1930 Theresa joined him with their first child, a daughter Rose. Soon after Marian was born their family grew with Rose and Marion and seven sons: Roy (Pat), Milio (Carol), Sam (Marilyn), Bob (Jean), Jim (Shirley), Pete (Pat), and Joe (Carol). Sadly, Rose (Gerry Marsh), Roy, Sam, and Bob preceded Marian in death. On June 12, 1954,...

Danneker, George , 83, of Mishawaka, died Sunday; Hahn Funeral Home , Mishawaka