All Obituaries

Rita Mae Egenhoefer, affectionately known by those who knew and loved her as Bonnie, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on February 27, 2021.  Although diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, she enjoyed life at home while being lovingly cared for by her devoted husband, until additional medical problems resulted in her surrendering to the Almighty. Bonnie is preceded in death by her parents, Barbara and Theodore Kenowski, sisters Lorraine Koraleski and Diane Kenowski,...

Walkerton – Roy French, 67, passed away 1:30 pm on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at his home. Roy was born December 6, 1953 in (Tuckerman), Arkansas to the late (Billy W.) French and Edith E. (Isbell) Nichols. Roy was united in marriage to the former Cindy Sue Berger, who passed April 1, 2008.  Roy leaves behind daughters, Amy Jo (James) Aschenbrenner of North Liberty, IN and Angy Dee French of Ishpeming, MI; three grandchildren: Noah, Elijah, and Beau Aschenbrenner; a brother,...

Wilma Louise Habart, 82, of South Bend passed away on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka, IN. She was born on February 27, 1938 in Peru, IN, to the late Charles and Doris (Griffith) Harris. On August 18, 1957 in South Bend, IN, she married Herbert Wesley “Wes” Habart, who preceded her in death on July 26, 2009. Surviving are her two sons, Steven Habart of Kalamazoo, MI and Kent Habart of Niles, MI; six grandchildren, Courtney...

Phoebe Faith McCartney passed away at birth at 6:09 a.m. Thursday, February 25, 2021 at St. Joseph Health System Mishawaka. Phoebe is survived by her parents, Gary and Brooklyn (Ankin) McCartney, one sister, Paislee McCartney, two brothers, Phoenix and Parker McCartney, her paternal grandparents, Kimberly and Gary McCartney and her maternal grandparents, Katina and Ken Jr., Ankin.. Cremation will take place. There will be no services at this time. Palmer Funeral Home...

Dorothy “Marie” Kruk, 65, residing in South Bend, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend. She was born on April 19, 1955 in Lydick, Indiana to John and Dorothy Simon. On April 21, 1979 in South Bend, Indiana, Dorothy was united in marriage to Richard Kruk, who survives. In addition to her loving husband, she is survived by her daughter, Melissa Kruk of South Bend, Indiana; her grandchildren, Kyana and Kierra Watford; her...

Herb S. Tebo, 68, residing in Mishawaka, Indiana passed away at 9:09 p.m. on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at his residence.  Herb worked as a mechanic and maintenance supervisor at Gates Chevrolet for fifty-two years.  He was born on March 23, 1952 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Harold R. and Florence A. (Fritz) Tebo and remained a lifelong resident. On June 15, 1996 in Middlebury, Indiana Herb was united in marriage to C. Sharon (Burks) Tebo, who survives.  Along with his...

Morris D. Mathews, 94 years old, peacefully passed away Monday, February 22, 2021 at Sanctuary at St. Paul’s in South Bend. He was born April 29, 1926 in South Bend, IN to the late Morris M. and Hazel (Ridenour) Mathews. On November 23, 1946 in South Bend, Morris married the love of his life, Wanda Anderson, who preceded him in death in 2004. Morris was a lifelong resident of South Bend. Morris proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II in the 6th Armored...

Julie A. Flanagan, 62, passed away unexpectedly at her residence on February 22, 2021.  Julie attended Jackson and Riley High Schools, earned a B. Ed. at Indiana University Bloomington and an M. Ed. from IUSB. During her long career in education in South Bend, she taught at St. Jude's Elementary School, a juvenile detention facility, and Navarre and Jackson Middle Schools. Although illnesses and the school system often made it difficult in recent years, she never gave up trying to...

Willie Weeks, 86, of Granger passed away at 5:00 a.m. Sunday, February 21, 2021 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center from heart complications.  Willie was born September 24, 1934 in Cypress Inn, TN to the late Lily C. (Burns) and Charley Weeks and had lived in the Michiana area since 1949 coming from Tennessee.  He was preceded in death by his five brothers and sisters, Paul, Eugene, Virginia, Juanita, and Catherine.  On November 17, 1952 in South Bend he married...

Eleanor Jeanne Clauser (Fettel) was born on June 7, 1931, and she entered the presence of her Lord, Jesus Christ, on February 21, 2021.  She joins her beloved husband, James Clauser, as well as her mother, Helen Fettel, her father, Linn Fettel, and her sister, Bonnie Whiteford.  Jeanne is survived by her sons, Gary Clauser, and Brian (and Sandy) Clauser, as well as her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jeanne spent her life humbly serving the Lord; she was a faithful organist...

Nannie L. Morgan, 102, residing in South Bend, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2021 at her home. She was born on December 18, 1918 in Hopkins County, Kentucky to Owen and Alma Graddy, who precede her in death. Nannie worked as an attendant at Burton’s Laundry. On September 12, 1943, she was united in marriage to Earl “Red” Morgan, who preceded her in death on August 25, 2006. Nannie is survived by her children, Sandra Snider of South Bend, Gary (Elaine...

Nancy M. (Reynolds) Morrison, 74, of Mishawaka passed away Friday, February 19, 2021 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.  She was born February 10, 1947 in Howe, IN to the late Dale and Margaret (Olinghouse) Reynolds.  On July 30, 2011, she married James Morrison, Sr., who preceded her in death on October 13, 2014. Nancy is survived by her son, Patrick (Aliza) Reynolds of Bristol, IN; granddaughter, Sierra Reynolds; great-granddaughter, Raylynn; and two brothers, Hank Reynolds...

Arlie S. (Stutts)  Holland  March 29, 1923 - February 18, 2021 Arlie S. (Stutts) Holland, residing in Mishawaka, IN, passed away at 4:55 a.m. Thursday, February 18, 2021at Bell Tower in Granger, IN, at the age of 97. She was born March 29, 1923 in Wayne County, TN, the daughter of the late Kenneth W. & Edna (Beatty) Stutts. On November 9, 1946 in Corinth, Mississippi, she was united in marriage to William Leslie Holland. Together, they enjoyed nearly 60 years of marriage...

Christine Ann Werntz, 69 years old, passed away at 7:36 p.m. on Thursday, February 18, 2021 surrounded by her family at the Methodist Hospital in Merrillville, IN.  Christine was born on October 22, 1951 in South Bend to the late Harold and Eilene (Freeze) Snyder.  She was a lifelong resident of Lakeville, IN.  Christine retired on February 23, 2013 as a registered nurse at Memorial Hospital after 40 years of service. On October 6, 1973 at the North Liberty Church of Christ,...

Bernard “Bernie” G. Roberts Sr. passed away on February 18, 2021. Bernie was born on august 9, 1931 to the late Conrad C. and Thelma A. (Joyal) Roberts. He grew up in Mishawaka and was a graduate of Central Catholic High School. Right after high school he worked at the Studebaker plant in South Bend until he felt the need to join the U.S. Navy when the Korean War Conflict started. He joined in 1951 and served on the U.S.S. Greenwich Bay and the U.S.S. Coral Sea, taking two...

Judy Ann Pendexter, 78, passed away Thursday February 18, 2021 at Golden Living Center, Mishawaka, Indiana. Judy was born December 2, 1942 in Portland, Maine.  She moved to Plymouth, Indiana in 1972 and worked in the manufacturing industry. She is survived by her son, Patrick (Chris) Pendexter of South Bend and four grandchildren, Olivia, Nola, Nicholas and Francisco.  Judy is preceded in death by her mother, Hilda Roberts and her sister, Betty Seagraves. Judy was a devout...

Robert M. Jordan, 64, of South Bend, passed away at 9:10 a.m. Thursday, February 18, 2021 in his residence. Robert was born on January 14, 1957 in Stevensville, MI. On July 1, 1989 in South Bend, Robert married Barb Martin. Barb survives along a son, B J Jordan along with his two sisters, Sharon Lambert and Carolyn Pitts long with two sisters in law, Betty Pangallo and Billye Purdy and many nephews and nieces and his two fur babies, Carter and Angel. He was predeceased by his parents and...

Mr. Ronald “Ronnie” King, Jr., 45, of South Bend, Indiana, departed this life on Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. He was born on April 21, 1975, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Patricia Ann Thomas and Ronald King. He was the youngest of his siblings. Ronnie attended Riley and Clay High School and was a lifelong resident of South Bend, Indiana. Ronnie had a winning and captivating smile—everyone who came in contact with him, loved him....

Jesse L. Burch, 95, passed away at 6:55am on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 in Southfield Village with his loving wife by his side. Jesse was born on September 16, 1925 in Ontario, Canada to the late Thomas and Ruth (Williamson) Burch. Jesse is survived by his wife, Catherine L. (Jeune) Burch; daughter, Holly (Jim) Brown; and sisters, Audrey Burch of Kitchener, Ontario and Deborah (Paul) Philbrick of Woodstock, New Brunswick. Jesse loved and took much pride in his home, inside and out. There...

Karen J. Horvath, 84, of South Bend, IN., passed away at 9:55 a.m. on Monday, February 15, 2021 at Miller’s Merry Manor in New Carlisle.  Karen was born on December 17, 1936 in South Bend to J.A. and Wilma (Goodrich) Miller.  She went to business school and became an administrative assistant for many years.  On October 6, 2001, Karen married Louis Horvath.  They lived happily in South Bend throughout their golden years. Louis survives, along with two daughters,...