All Obituaries

Dawn M. Verleye, 58, a lifelong resident of South Bend passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 7, 2024. Dawn was born in South Bend on October 25, 1965 to James and Elaine (Matthys) Verleye. Dawn graduated from Marian High School and obtained a bachelor’s degree in biology from St. Mary’s College.  She worked in the chemistry Dept. for the University of Notre Dame. Dawn loved to read.  She enjoyed cross stitching, word puzzles, and Hallmark movies.  She loved...

With heavy hearts but treasured memories, we announce the passing of Doraann Stauffer, a cherished soul and beacon of light to all who knew her. Born on November 20, 1930, in South Bend, Indiana, to the late Courtney and Helen Rose Bowman, Doraann spent a life rich in love and service before leaving us on May 6, 2024, in the same beloved town of her birth. Doraann's journey through life was marked with the joy of family and the pride of her career. She was the devoted mother of Mark...

George David Proctor Sr, 87, of Mishawaka passed away on Sunday May 5, 2024 at his home. George was born on July 28, 1936 in Lincoln, IL to the late George Benjamin and Geraldine Elizabeth (Berndt) Proctor.  George graduated from Mishawaka High School class of 1954 and became a United States Marine.  He proudly served his country in Vietnam earning the Bronze Star.  He then continued working as a photographer for the military.  George was a...

Joan Marie (Kadelak)Brown passed away on May 5, 2024, in Granger, Indiana, at the age of 82. Joan was born on January 15, 1942, in Gary, Indiana, to Michael and Margaret (Praschak) Kadelak. She was a kind, loving, and generous individual, cherished by all who knew her. Joan attended Tolleston High School in Gary, Indiana where she met her high school sweetheart, Richard. She dedicated 30 years of her career as transportation secretary at Goodwill Industries. Joan found solace and...

Joseph P. Osborne passed away Sunday, May 5, 2024 in his home surrounded by family. He was born July 20, 1939 in Indianapolis to the late Clem and Erma (Rector) Osborne. Joe graduated from Southport High School in Indianapolis then went on to attend GMI (Now Kettering) in Flint, MI where he graduated with a Mechanical Engineering degree in 1963. He was a member of Alpha Gamma Upsilon with many lifelong friends from those days. On January 30, 1965 at the Speedway Christian Church, Speedway,...

Evelyn Anna Smith, aged 68, of Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2024, in the comfort of her Mishawaka home, surrounded by the warmth of her loving family. Born on January 24, 1956, to the late Loyal and Evelyn Bare in South Bend, she was a beacon of light and joy in the lives of all who knew her. Evelyn dedicated her life to her family, serving as a devoted wife to her husband Jeffry Smith, a nurturing mother to her children, Lynn Gaddy and Ahmanda Smith of South Bend,...

Mary Jane Billhimer, 101 years old, passed away at 12:40 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at the home of her daughter in Mishawaka.  Mrs. Billhimer was born on May 9, 1922 in South Bend to the late James and Iva O. (Long) Ullery.  She has remained a lifelong resident of South Bend.  On May 31, 1941 in South Bend, Mary and Milford Glenn Billhimer were united in marriage.  Milford preceded her in death on April 10, 2018 after 76 years of marriage.  Her sister, Esther...

Donna Jean Ernsberger, a lifelong resident of South Bend, Indiana, passed away at 10:05 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 19, 1941, she was the eldest daughter of Violet Eva (Klingerman) and Carroll Wesley “Dub” Chapman’s five children. Donna's strong work ethic began early. At age 13, she began working at Chapman's Supermarket, owned by her parents, on S. Michigan Street. After graduating from Riley High...

Patricia Ann Vail, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2024, in Mishawaka, Indiana, at the age of 73. Born on August 10, 1950, in South Bend to Phyllis Hendrickson and Enis Brown. Patricia's gentle spirit and warm heart touched the lives of all who knew her. Patricia attended local schools in South Bend and carried the lessons of her youth throughout her life. She found her calling as a seamstress, a profession where her meticulous attention to detail and...

Roger Homman, born on November 5, 1965, in South Bend, Indiana, left the world as peacefully as he lived, on May 3, 2024, surrounded by the memories of his cherished hometown. Roger walked the earth with a joyful heart, a friend to many, and will be remembered for embodying the spirit of kinship and care. His career as a paraprofessional at Logan Center was a testament to his unwavering commitment to service, where he left an indelible mark on the community. Roger’s devotion to his...