All Obituaries

Full obituary to come. Services will be held on Thursday, October 28, 2021 12:00 PM at Palmer Funeral Homes - West Chapel, 2702 Lincoln Way West, South Bend, IN 46628. Friends may call on the family for visitation for one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Entombment with military honors to follow at Highland Cemetery. Online expressions of sympathy may be left at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.

Full obituary to come. Services for Ms. Cathy Thomas will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Palmer Funeral Homes – West Chapel, 2702 Lincoln Way West, South Bend, IN 46628. Friends may call on the family for one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Pastor Patty Tucker will officiate. Online expressions of sympathy may be left at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.

Barbara J. Reihl of Mishawaka, passed away at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the age of 86.  She was born on October 31, 1934 in Mishawaka to the late Luther and Virginia (Manuwal) Lee.  Barbara was a lifelong resident of the area and attended Ironwood United Pentecostal Church.  On September 25, 1954 in Mishawaka she was united in marriage to Charles Reihl who preceded her in death on November 15, 2006. Barbara devoted her life to her...

Richard Dale Croy, of Lakeville, passed away at his home on Saturday, October 16, 2021 with his family by his side at the age of 77.  Richard was born on April 22, 1944 in Culver, IN to the late John H. and Aletha (Feece) Croy.  Richard worked as an Ironworker. On March 22, 1963 he was united in marriage to Evelyn Mann in Walkerton, IN.  Richard was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, he will be dearly missed by all that knew him.  Over the...

Brian Michael Gervais MM1, 61, of Chula Vista, California passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 8, 2021 at La Jolla VA Hospital in San Diego, CA. He was born April 15, 1960 to Raymond and Jane (Charnoski) Gervais. Brian graduated from Mishawaka High School as the class of 1978. He lettered in both Cross Country and Drum Major in Band. He was enlisted in the United States Navy from 1978 until 1984. He worked on nuclear-powered surface ship, USS Proteus, and the nuclear-powered...

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Elaine Rae Reynolds, 55, passed away at Memorial Hospital in South Bend on Thursday, October 14, 2021. Elaine was born on May 19,1966 to Laverne Coalmon. A life-long resident of South Bend, Elaine graduated from LaSalle High School and later took courses at Brown Mackie College. For many years, she was employed at Memorial Hospital and Saint Joe Care Center West as a CNA. Elaine enjoyed watching movies, listening to music, cooking, and spending time with family. Left to cherish...

Joan Lois Birch, 92, of South Bend, IN, passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021, at home, surrounded by her family. She was born on August 28, 1929 in Western Springs, Illinois to the late Norbert and Eleanor (Lange) Seegers. Joan attended high school in Western Springs, Illinois. She attended Rockford College and then Valparaiso University, where she met her husband, Theodore Birch. On June 13, 1953 in Western Springs, Joan married Ted, who preceded her in death on August 3, 2020. Joan...

Goldie M. Ivarson Harrison, passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at the age of 99.  She was born on February 26, 1922 in Brown Branch, MO to the late Tom Dechard and Sylvia (Holcomb) Hudson.  Goldie worked in accounts receivable at Associates Investments and also as a waitress at Morris Park Country Club for many years. In February of 1941 she was united in marriage to Hans Ivarson, who preceded her in death on May 25, 1990.  Goldie would go on to meet and marry her...

Richard E. Barnette, 95, of Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away at 3:05pm on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. Richard was born on November 26, 1925 in Mishawaka, IN to Edwin and Eva (Lowman) Barnette. Richard is survived by his wife, Betty; his daughter, Donna (Sam) Warren of Cassopolis, MI; his sons, Dale Barnette of Nashville, TN and Daniel Barnette of McCormick, SC; his sister, Carol Ann Pallo of South Haven, MI; three grand children; and six...

Roger D. Cave, 86, passed away at 11am on Thursday, October 14, 2021, in Heritage Pointe. Roger was born on September 29, 1935, in North Manchester, IN to the late Milford and Cora Pauline (Wentland) Cave. Roger was also preceded in death by his sisters, Maralee Mauk and Kathleen Cave, and his brother, Jerry Joe Cave. On July 27, 1963, in Buchanan, MI, Roger married Sunny D. (Stephan). She survives along with daughters, Christine Hillebrand and Paula J. Cave; his brothers, Terry (Leona)...

Pamela Jean Jamison, 71, residing in South Bend, Indiana passed away at 1:35 a.m. Thursday, October 14, 2021, at Milton Home, South Bend.  Pam was born August 14, 1950, in Chico, California.  Pam is survived by her daughters, Sandy (Timothy) Middleton of South Bend and Nancy (David) Kilts of Eatonville, Washington; three grandchildren, Joshua Middleton, Crystal Garcia, and Elizabeth Kilts; great grandchildren, Kristina Raymond and Aaron Garcia; four sisters, Linda Refvem, Maya...

Deborah J. Licini, 73, of Granger, IN passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka.  She was born October 8, 1948 in South Bend to the Louis and Myra (Hodgins) Walz.  On October 31, 1984 in Marco Island, FL, Debbie married Richard A. Licini, who survives. In addition to her loving husband of nearly 37 years, Debbie is survived by her daughters, Melissa (Joe) Moody of St. Joseph, MI, Katie Licini of Granger, IN, and Kelly (Colin) Moore...

Timothy Carlton McKee, 77, originally of South Bend, Indiana, passed away on October 13, 2021 after a brief battle with pneumonia.  Tim was born on March 9, 1944 in South Bend to loving parents Glenn Richard McKee and Laura Louise McKee (Niven).  Tim was raised alongside his cherished younger siblings, Sue and Danny.  Tim served proudly in the USMC, on active duty and active reserves, from 1961-1968.  Tim attended Indiana University - Bloomington, earning a B.S. in...

Chimanbhai “Chim” P. Patel, 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, October 13, 2021 at his residence in Granger, IN. He was born on July 1, 1927 in Vasad, India, to Purshotambhai Chhotabhai Patel and Gangaben Patel, both of whom preceded him in death. On February 23, 1959, in Baroda, India, Chim married the former Rama Patel, who survives. In addition to his wife of 62 years, Chim is survived by his daughters, Smita (Rakesh) Chopra of Cypress, CA, and Manisha Patel of...

Kathryn “Kace” C. Schalliol, 76, of Granger, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Center for Hospice-Raclin House. Kathryn was born on June 16, 1945 in Peru, IN to the late Hilbert and Katherine (Richmond) Wacknitz. Kathryn is survived by her husband, James Schalliol, M.D.; her sons, Monroe, Michael, and Kevin Alfrey; five grandchildren, Simon, Abigail, Zackary, Ryan, and Zoe Alfrey; one great-grandchild, Calvin Alfrey; and one brother, Steve (Sylvia)...

Nancy Carmichael, 66, passed away at 3:49am on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, in her home, with her loving family by her side. Nancy was born on July 22, 1955, in Crawfordsville, to the late Bill E. and Phyllis D. (Black) Gatliff. Nancy was also preceded in death by a sister, Cynthia Wallace. Nancy is survived by her daughters, Stephanie Carmichael of South Bend and Stacey (Andrew Campbell) Carmichael of England; sisters, Sheryl (Tim) Starnes and Julie (Dale) Taylor all of Crawfordsville, IN,...

Cory Jon McKee was called home to heaven on October 12,2021 at 10:00 PM.  He is survived by his mother, Elizabeth Kelley McKee; his older brother Jeff McKee; and five children, Chandler, Camden, Mackenzie, Ariana and Cory McKee Jr. Cory was an All-Star athlete, growing up playing football.  He loved being the joker of the family and friends. Cory would always do something funny to make you laugh and smile while around him.  Cory McKee was one of those rare good-hearted men...

Nancy E. Hollister, 91, passed away at 10:36pm on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, in Wedgewood Pines Assisted Living. Nancy was born on February 5, 1930, in South Bend to the late Ralph King and Ann W. (Kurtz) Brown. On April 8, 1956, Nancy married Victor D. Hollister and he passed away on December 21, 2016.  Nancy is survived by sons, John V. (Cindy) Hollister and Richard A. (Kathy) Hollister; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Nancy was a cashier...

Mary L. Collins, 82, Mishawaka, passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at Golden Living Center in Mishawaka. She was born November 16, 1938, in Mishawaka. She had first married Richard Williams and then later married Paul Thomas Collins, both preceded her in death. Mary is survived by a grandson, DeWayne Williams; brother, Jerry Warner; cousin, Kathy Mahler; stepchildren, Tanya, Joe “Tommy”, Carolyn “Cookie”, and Tisha; step grandchildren, Scott, and Heidi; and four...