All Obituaries

Doris D. Probst, 92 years old, passed away at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, November 11, 2019 at Wedgewood Pines in South Bend.  Mrs. Probst was born on June 6, 1927 in San Augustine, TX to the late Horace C. and Lillian B. (Eppes) DeFee.  She lived in Illinois for many years and worked as a clerk with Metra Railroad.  Along with her parents, Mrs. Probst was preceded in death by her husband, Keiner; son, Steven Thompson; and sister, Lucretia Pedersen. Mrs. Probst is survived by her...

Patricia Nan Kelly, 66, of South Bend passed away Monday, November 11, 2019 at Golden Living Center-Fountainview in Mishawaka.  She was born December 6, 1952 in Benton Harbor, MI to the late Frank G. and Donna H. (Warsko) Kelly. Patty is survived by her brother, Kevin M. Kelly; and a host of family and friends.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded by her sister, Mary K. Kelly. Patty loved music; she played the accordion and handbells.  She attended the Michigan...

Warren L. “Korky” Korkhouse, Sr., 88, of South Bend, Indiana, passed away early Monday morning, November 11, 2019 at the Sanctuary at Holy Cross. Korky was born April 15, 1931 in South Bend, to the late Walter Lee and Blanche W. (Rochon) Korkhouse. On May 15, 1948 in South Bend, he married the former Virginia C. Otolski, who survives. Korky retired from the United States Navy after twenty-one years of service. He served two tours in Vietnam. After retiring from the Navy, he went...

Pauline Marie Studt 89 years old, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2019.  Pauline was born on September 10, 1930 to the late Fred and Matilda (Kierleis) Kellen.  On November 24, 1951, Pauline married the late Clarence George Studt in Niles, Michigan.  Clarence preceded her in death as well as one daughter, Priscilla Studt and her sister, Mary Baggett.  Pauline is survived by her daughters Lo Rayne Hope (James) Johnson, of Delray Beach, Fl, Rhoda M. (Pat) Jordon of...

Irene Anne Panzica, 95, passed peacefully in the embrace of family on November 10. She was born July 25, 1924 in South Bend, IN to Samuel (“Xavier Gembarzewski”) and Elizabeth (Markowski) Gember. On June 5, 1948, at St. Hedwig Catholic Church in South Bend, she married Anthony J. Panzica, whose death preceded hers by 100 days. Irene was also preceded in death by sisters Beatrice Szymczak and Rosemarie Ratajczak; and brothers Arthur Gember and Robert Gember. Together Irene and...

Barbara J. White, 89, of South Bend, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2019 at Grand Emerald Place.  She was born November 28, 1929 in Lansing, MI to the late DeVere and Cecile (Sawin) Ervin.  On June 28, 1947 in Three Oaks, MI, Barbara married William F. White, who preceded her in death on October 25, 1983. Barbara is survived by three daughters, Celia (Len) Moretti, Sherry (Raymond) Landrum, and Wendi (Willard) Vest; six grandchildren, William Moretti, Leonard (Mandy) Moretti,...

Edith Lucille (Hier) Allen, 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, November 10, 2019 at her residence in New Carlisle, IN. She was born on August 28, 1935 in Flushing, MI, to Jessie Eddy and Myrtie Lelah (Luce) Hier, both of whom preceded her in death. On June 16, 1956, Edith married Donald Charles Allen, who also preceded her in death. Edith is survived by her four daughters, Nancy Wineapple, Janice Iwanowski, Maria Allen, and Angela (Melvin) Backus; two sons, Brian (Donna) Allen...

Adrianne Marie Jozwiak, 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, November 9, 2019 at Brookdale of Granger, IN. She was born on May 7, 1936 in South Bend, IN, to Ignatius and Joan (Wcisel) Lupa, both of whom preceded her in death. Adrianne is survived by daughter, Margy (Jerry) Macri of Granger; sons, Kevin (Laura) Jozwiak and Jim (Shawn) Jozwiak; twelve grandchildren, Heather, Heidi, Rebecca, Sarah, Shawn, David, Paul, Gerard, Jacob, Jonathon, Kendra and Alan; and sister, Del...

Diana L. Hulett, 91, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2019 in her home being lovingly cared for by her daughter, Suzan for over 10 years. Diana was born on September 24, 1928 in Asheville, North Carolina to the late Fred and Bertha M. (Wells) Owen.  In 1930, she along with her family moved to Dowagiac, Michigan where she grew up, attending Dowagiac High School.  She worked as a bookkeeper and checker for many years in the Dowagiac and Niles, Michigan area. On June 6, 1946 in...

Harry Scholz, 70, of South Bend, IN passed away at 7:23 p.m. Friday, November 8, 2019 at his home.  He was born on January 15, 1949 in Bad Nauheim, Germany.  Harry is survived by his daughter, Tara Wagoner of South Bend, IN; son, Colin (Kristina) Scholz of South Bend, IN and four grandchildren, Austin Wagoner, Chloe Klopfenstein, Kennedy Scholz and Oliver Scholz all of South Bend, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gunther Scholz and Eva Fell. Harry served his country...

Beloved daughter, Nora Blaine Walters, was born sleeping on November 7, 2019 at 5:38 AM at Saint Joseph Health System in Mishawaka, Indiana. Nora weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long. Nora had lots of brown and blonde hair, and full cheeks like her brother. Nora was able to snuggle with mommy and have her first dance with daddy. Nora happily played with her brother one day when he pushed on mommy’s tummy and Nora kicked back. Nora is survived by her mother and father,...

Jackie Welsh Nuner, age 61, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family, after a brief illness at 2:17 p.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2019. Jackie was born on July 2, 1958 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Jack and Joyce Welsh. Jackie had three sisters, Judith Stone who preceded her in death, Jeanne Welsh of Granger, IN and Janet Auker of Rock Island, IL Jackie was blessed with five children, Mandy Purser Johnston of Mishawaka, Michael Purser of Lakeville, Emma Nuner of South...

Anthony DeWayne Byrd, 49, passed away on the morning of Wednesday, November 6, 2019 after battling an extended illness. Anthony was born on July 7, 1970 in South Bend, IN to James Lee and Laura (Waters) Byrd. Anthony was employed as a cook for Applebees in Mishawaka and was a devoted father, son, extended family member and friend. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Anthony is survived by his mother, Laura Byrd, of South Bend; four daughters: Ashley Bingham, Aisekal McCallum,...

Judith Fay Sanders, 68, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Elkhart General Hospital. Judith was born on July 7, 1951 in Dowagiac, Michigan to the late Billy and Evelyn (Robinson) Ackerman. Judith is survived by her sisters, Cathy Johnson of Elkhart, Rosie Young of Niles, Michigan, Tina Ackerman of Elkhart; brothers Billy Ackerman of Elkhart, Dennis Ackerman of Traverse City, Michigan, Danny Ackerman, Ricky Ackerman and Chris Ackerman all from Kingsley, Michigan. Per the wishes...

Lillie Mae Fisher, affectionately known to many as “Grandma” or “Mama Lillie”, surrounded by family, peacefully transitioned from her earthly home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 5th, 2019.  Lillie was born to the union of Henry & Victoria Sanders in Carlton, Arkansas on July 31st, 1926.  She was the eighth of nine children; Claude, Eliza, Ivory, Floyd, Willie, Grover, Margeret & Vivian. She received her formal education from elementary...

William “Bill” Robert Mitchell, 65, passed away in the early morning hours of November 4, 2019 after a three year illness. Bill was born in South Bend on June 28, 1954 to Robert and Margaret Mitchell, who preceded him in death.  He was a 1972 graduate of St. Joseph High School and earned his MBA from Indiana University.  Bill was a rabid Notre Dame football fan and he loved the Cubs, The Chicago Bears, IU basketball and Notre Dame hockey. Bill retired from the Robert...

Laverna Marie Barsoda, 88, of Osceola, Indiana passed away on November 3, 2019 at Sprenger Health Care, Mishawaka, Indiana.  Laverna was born on January 9, 1931 to the late Eugene and Tootsie (Knilsnie) Bare. Laverna is survived by her son, Richard Lueneberg of Osceola and three grandchildren.  She is preceded in death by her first husband, Leon Lueneburg; second husband, Bill Barsoda; son, David Lueneberg; three sisters, Pat Migera, Norma Buel and Mary Gesto. Celebration of Life...

Wanya G. Burnside, affectionately known as “Ye Ye,” transitioned peacefully from his earthly home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 3, 2019. Wanya was born to QuiYana Burnside on May 2, 1998 in South Bend, Indiana. He attended elementary school at Learning For Life SDA Academy and then Middle School at Jefferson Middle School, where he discovered a love for football, excelling as he played position of running back. He and his team won championships his 7th and 8th grade...

Onorene “Oney” Leed, 79, of LaPaz passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019 in her home. She was born June 13, 1940 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Peter and Elizabeth (Gibson) Fraschetti. Oney is survived by her three daughters, Michelle (Cliff) Rice, Janet Robinson and Kelly Leed; seven grandchildren, Jesse, Justin, Laine, Jeremy, Nathan, Alyssa and Michael; seven great-grandchildren, Remington, Trinity, Tristan, Hayleigh, Harmony, Nolan and Nash; two brothers, August...

Joyce C. Shirley, 68, of South Bend, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019 at the Center for Hospice.  Joyce was born January 31, 1951 in Bremen, Indiana, to the late Eldon Devon and Mary A. (Hall) Hartzell.  She graduated from Nappanee High School.   On April 20, 1985 in Nappanee, she married Charles W. Shirley; he survives. Joyce was an LPN with several different nursing homes as well as working at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center - Mishawaka.  She attended...