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Walter Thomas Gunn died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, October 13 at the age of 87. A creative and generous spirit, Walt was dedicated to his family. A well-known and respected local businessman and industrial designer, he was a prolific award-winning artist throughout his life in sculpture, watercolor, pastels, and mixed media. He enjoyed music, reading, classic cars, and taking long walks as well as making everyone laugh with his impeccable wit and sense of humor. Walt grew up in Danville, Illinois, and was drafted into the Army after graduating from the University of Illinois in 1959. Upon honorable discharge, his career as an Industrial Designer took him to...

Robert Owen Murphy, Sr. (1926-2023), passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 25, 2023. Robert?" Rob" to the family and also known as "Bob" to his friends?was raised in Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Parish in Irvington in Indianapolis, Indiana, and served in the U.S. Army Air Corps in World War II (1945-46). Rob was a graduate of the University of Notre Dame (1951) and served for twenty-six years as a Special Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He was stationed principally in the Bureau's New York City and Chicago field offices. Following his FBI career, Rob founded and served as president of Security Audit Inc., a security management consulting firm. Security Audit...

Charles "Charlie" Leroy Schosker Sr., a man known for his courage and selflessness, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2023, at the Ernestine Raclin House in Mishawaka, IN. Born on June 23, 1934, in South Bend, IN, Charlie was a steadfast pillar of his family and community, embodying a spirit of dedication and service throughout his life. Charlie was the cherished son of the late Henry and Nellie (Elkins) Schosker. He shared a loving and fulfilling married life with his beloved wife, Doloris Hushower, whom he married on July 16, 1960, in Buchanan, MI. He was a devoted father to Mary Ann Schosker (Walter Trzop) of South Bend, IN, and Charles Leroy Schosker Jr. (Diana) of New Carlisle, IN....

On July 20, 2023, in South Bend, Indiana, we bid farewell to a remarkable woman, Annie Florence Ricks, affectionately known as "Aunt Florence" or simply "Flo". She was born on May 20, 1957, in Oakland, California, and brought joy and laughter to the lives of everyone she touched. Florence was the beloved daughter of the late Columbus B. and Annie Frank Echols Ricks, and a cherished sister to Angie Chamblee (Roland) and Columbus "Burgess" Ricks, Jr. (Hilary). She was deeply loved by her family and had a special bond with her nieces and nephews, Lauren and Alan, Ryan and Nick, Wesley, Amanda (Andrew), and Mikaila (Roland), Jessie, and Philomena, sharing fits of laughter and creating...

Darlys Lee Ugland, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2023, in Surprise, Arizona. Born on August 2, 1934, in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Darlys was a loving and gentle soul who touched the lives of many with her thoughtful and caring nature. Darlys was the cherished wife of Maurice Ugland for 60 wonderful years. Together, they raised a beautiful family, creating a lifetime of memories filled with love and laughter. Darlys is survived by her devoted husband, Maurice, and their children: Laurie (Keith) Schlachter, Julie (Brian) Kaminski, Janell (Tom) Horn, Lynette (Curt) Bard, Jason (Tina) Ugland, and Joe (Tricia) Ugland. She was preceded in death by her...

Darlys Lee Ugland, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2023, in Surprise, Arizona. Born on August 2, 1934, in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Darlys was a loving and gentle soul who touched the lives of many with her thoughtful and caring nature.Darlys was the cherished wife of Maurice Ugland for 60 wonderful years. Together, they raised a beautiful family, creating a lifetime of memories filled with love and laughter. Darlys is survived by her devoted husband, Maurice, and their children: Laurie (Keith) Schlachter, Julie (Brian) Kaminski, Janell (Tom) Horn, Lynette (Curt) Bard, Jason (Tina) Ugland, and Joe (Tricia) Ugland. She was preceded in death by her...

George Robert ("Bob") Bramer passed away on May 20, 2023 at Holy Cross Village, Notre Dame, IN. He was born in Springfield, MO on July 12, 1931. Bob's 91+ years of life reflected his keen interest in the English language. After earning a PhD from the University of Notre Dame, he pursued a career in College English instruction and academic administration, holding positions at various colleges and universities. During his professional career, Bob specialized in rhetoric and communication ethics, focusing on both the positive and negative powers of the English language. He did a considerable amount of speaking and writing about rhetoric, and his published articles included one entitled...

Naomi R. McFarland, 90, of South Bend, passed away at home on Friday, March 10th. She was born June 2, 1932 in Muskego, WI to the late Earl and Martha (Gegg) Brown. On April 29, 1955, Naomi married Rev. John Harold McFarland, who preceded her in death on April 5, 2014. Naomi is survived by her sons, Rev. John T. (Mabel) McFarland of New Carlisle, OH; Lt. Col. Jeffrey T. (Doren) McFarland of Loundon, TN; Christian M. (Rhoda) McFarland of Nappanee, IN and Peter B. McFarland of South Bend, IN; and daughters, Susan P. Brown of Plano, TX; Beth Ann McGinnis of Fort Wayne, IN; Carole L. McFarland of Rock Valley, IA and Jill M. McFarland of Nappanee, IN. She is also survived by 19 grandchildren...

John E. "Jack" Regan (82) passed away on Friday, February 13, 2023 in Notre Dame, IN surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 24, 1940 to the late Robert M and Patsy (Fay) Regan in Mankato, MN where he was raised through high school. He was a 1962 graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a BA in accounting, and in 1967 earned a JD degree from William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul, MN. He obtained his CPA certificate in 1965 and was admitted to practice law in Minnesota in 1967. Jack married his high school sweetheart, Carol Ann Lucke, on September 8, 1962 in St. Paul. They had two daughters, Shawn Marie and Shannon Jean, and one son, John Brendan Regan. Following...

Bobby Williams, of Granger, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2022 at Memorial Hospital at the age of 72. He was born on March 27, 1950 in Anderson, IN to the late Harry E. and Donna Lou (Shipley) Williams. Bob was a 1968 graduate of Madison Heights High School in Anderson and earned a golf scholarship to Morehead State University. Golf was the passion of Bobby's life, he would often introduce himself as: Bobby Williams, Golf Pro. Over the years he worked as a PGA Golf Professional at Killbuck Golf Course in Anderson, IN, Yule Golf Club in Alexandria, IN., Muncie Elks in Muncie, IN., and the Boca Raton Resort & Club in Boca Raton, FL. Bobby was a kind and giving soul who would do...

Matthew T. Pawlak, of Mishawaka, passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at the age of 59. He was born on September 29, 1963 to Richard and Annetta (Vadun) Pawlak in Monroe, MI. On June 21, 2009 he was united in marriage to Tricia McDonald who survives. Along with his wife of 13 years, Tricia, he is survived by his parents, Richard and Annetta, sons, Clarke Pawlak of Mishawaka, Noah Pawlak of Florida, brothers, Mark (Karen) Pawlak of Holland, MI., Timothy Pawlak of San Diego, CA., and Anthony (Melanie) Pawlak of Ypsilanti, MI., and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert and Alicia McDonald of Three Rivers, MI. along with a host of extended family. Born and raised in Monroe, MI.,...

Lynda Sue Bauschka, age 65, of Granger, IN, passed away Saturday morning, September 24, 2022, in her home after an epic 17-year battle against multiple myeloma. Lynda was born on October 12, 1956, at Fort Monmouth, NJ, the daughter of Donald and Liz Gordon of Pewaukee WI, who survive. On July 12, 1980, in Greendale, WI, Lynda married Anton "Tony" Bauschka, her high school sweetheart, who survives. Also surviving are her children, Christopher Bauschka of Madison, WI, and Kathrine E. Bauschka of New Hudson, MI. She is also survived by her brother, Kenneth D. (Susan) Gordon of Wisconsin. Lynda grew up in Greendale, WI, and graduated in 1974 from Greendale High School. She then went on to earn...

Three weeks before her 92nd birthday, Lorraine Louise Wizieck passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2022, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka. Lorraine was born in Michigan City, IN, where she resided and graduated from Michigan City Elston High School. She married Eugene John Wizieck, who preceded her in death after 64 years of marriage. She was also preceded by two sisters and a brother. The family moved to South Bend, and Lorraine became a member of St. Anthony de Padua Catholic Parish, where she remained for the past 59 years. She enjoyed the long-lasting friendships with those in Michigan City as well as South Bend. She and her husband both enjoyed traveling to visit...

Sara Jeanne (Davidson) Talbot passed away peacefully on August 24, 2022 in Indianapolis, IN, at the age of 85. Surviving are her daughters, Katherine Talbot, Tracy (Andy) Feeney, Peggy (Lance) Streitmatter; and sisters, Karen Sale, Donna (Jim) Sweet, and Cheryl Turner. Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 9, 2022 at Palmer Funeral Home - Hickey Chapel in South Bend. Visitation from 11:00am-3:00pm, with a service immediately following. Please see full obituary at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.

Patricia Ann McAdams (Sister Joseph Kieran, IHM) ended her journey on earth on August 1, 2022, as she walked peacefully into the arms of God. Patricia was born Feb 28, 1942, as the fourth child of Frank and Helen (nee Tierney) McAdams. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents and nephew Bobby McAdams. She is survived by her sisters and brothers: Helen Fallon (Mike), Camille (Sister Helen Loretta, IHM), Frank (JoAnne) Ann McAdams, SSJ, Jim (Dolores), David (Nancy), Marylou Palilonis (Charlie), Rob (Eileen) and Therese. She is also survived by 16 nieces and nephews and their spouses and 25 grand nieces and nephews. Patricia was taught and formed by the Sisters of St Joseph at St Leo...

Patricia Ann McAdams (Sister Joseph Kieran, IHM) ended her journey on earth on August 1, 2022, as she walked peacefully into the arms of God. Patricia was born Feb 28, 1942, as the fourth child of Frank and Helen (nee Tierney) McAdams. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents and nephew Bobby McAdams. She is survived by her sisters and brothers: Helen Fallon (Mike), Camille (Sister Helen Loretta, IHM), Frank (JoAnne) Ann McAdams, SSJ, Jim (Dolores), David (Nancy), Marylou Palilonis (Charlie), Rob (Eileen) and Therese. She is also survived by 16 nieces and nephews and their spouses and 25 grand nieces and nephews. Patricia was taught and formed by the Sisters of St Joseph at St Leo...

Richard "Rick" A. Kish, Jr., 69, residing in Streetsboro, OH, passed away Monday, July 4, 2022, in Cleveland's Regency West Hospital in Middleburg Heights, OH. He was born July 30, 1952, in South Bend to the late Richard A. and Frances (Payne) Kish, Sr. Rick was a graduate of John Adams High School in South Bend. He worked as a software developer for Mutual Medical for 21 years before retiring in August 2021. Rick had a great interest in comic books and movies. Rick is survived by his sister, Diana L. Kish of South Bend, as well as many other family members and friends, who will miss him dearly. Funeral services for Rick will be held at 1:00 pm Tuesday, July 12, 2022, in the Palmer...

Francis "Frank" C. Eder, age 94, of St. Paul's Retirement Community, South Bend, passed away Monday afternoon, February 7, 2022 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka. Frank was a self-employed mason for many years. He was born on December 12, 1927 in Chicago to the late John W. and Emma (Robl) Eder, and he lived in this area since 2011, coming from River Forest, IL. Frank served his country honorably in the United States Navy. He graduated from Triton Junior College. On June 26, 1965, in Sycamore, IL, Frank married Mary Kathryn (Conlon) Eder who preceded him in death on October 19, 2017. Frank's daughter, Alicia Eder, and Frank's six brothers, John, Bob, Pete, Bill, Charlie and...

John D. Adams, longtime resident of Cranberry, PA, and residing now in Granger, IN, passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022 at the age of 82. John was born to the late John T.S. and Ellen Margaret Mary (Keown) Adams on January 19, 1940 in Brownsville, PA. On September 26, 1964, he married the love of his life, Mary Ellen Freiland, who preceded him in death in May 2018. John graduated from Brownsville High School and then Carnegie (Tech) Mellon University where he received his degree in chemical engineering. His work as plant manager moved the family throughout the United States and Canada, and each new location was a place that became a warm and welcoming home for Mary Ellen and his three...

Jane Walsh Berrettini, 83, formerly of Dixon, IL passed away Thursday, December 30, 2021 in Notre Dame, Indiana. She was born to James Walsh Jr. and Margaret Davis Walsh in La Salle, Illinois on January 10, 1938. On October 29, 1960, she married her loving husband of almost 60 years, Paul Louis Berrettini, who preceded her in death on July 23, 2020. Surviving are her daughters, Maureen Cramer of Bonita Springs, FL and Caroline Berrettini of West Hartford, CT; sons, Mark (Marcelle) Berrettini of Portland, OR and Paul W. (Katie) Berrettini of Granger, IN; six grandchildren, Caitlin (Joel), Jackson Paul "JP", Mia, Nicholas, James, and Louie; great-grandson, Declan; brother, James (Gwen) Walsh...