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Letitia “Letty” Ann (Blaess) Foster, 84, of South Bend passed away on Sunday April 28, 2024, at Primrose Retirement Community in Mishawaka. Letty was born on April 11, 1940, in Howell, Michigan to the late Walter and Dorothy (Hoover) Blaess. Letty married Robert Foster on December 21, 1959, in Lansing Michigan, Sharing over 60 years of marriage before his passing in 2020. Letty was the first female bus driver for the Penn Harris Madison School Corporation. She drove for over...

Louis W. Parks,76, a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away in his home on April 28, 2024. Born on September 24, 1947, in Elkhart, IN, to the late Lewis and Dorothy (Woodruff) Parks. On September 23, 1972, Louis married the love of his life, Joan (Hutson), in Mishawaka. Their union was blessed with three sons: Thomas W. Parks and Erich T. Parks, both of whom have passed away and Todd Andrew Parks of South Bend.  Louis is also survived by sister, Rose Green of...

Robert J. Tschida of Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on October 17, 1951, in Mishawaka, where he spent his entire life. Preceded in death by his parents, Robert Leo Tschida and Ruby Hammond Hermann, Robert is survived by his sisters, Marcia (Sam) Bourdon of Mishawaka and Amy Seger; along with his three brothers, Jeff, Scott, and Randy Tschida, all of Valparaiso, Indiana. Robert served in the United States Navy and dedicated many years of...

Robert Stanley “Bob” Wolf, age 76, of Vonore, Tennessee, passed away at home on April 27, 2024. Bob was born in South Bend, IN on January 23, 1948 to the late Marian A. (Harris) and John C. Wolf. On May 20, 1972 he married Patricia A “Patti” Pecze, and they were blessed to love each other for 52 years. Bob and Patti have two sons, Charles A. Wolf (Amanda) of Granger, IN and Joseph W. Wolf (Amy) of Independence, KY.  Bob was so proud of his grandchildren, Ryan...

Loretta A. Despres, 93, residing in South Bend, IN passed away at 6:10 pm Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Sanctuary At St. Paul’s Assisted Living in South Bend, IN. She was born April 3, 1931 in Lebanon, NH to the late Paul LaBarre and Agnes (Goodell) LaLiberte. On August 22, 1953, Loretta married Leo A. Despres, who preceded her in death on April 3, 2019. She was also preceded in death by her beloved, dog Chip. She is survived by five daughters, Christine Despres of Housatonic, MA,...

Keith N. Buck, 69, a lifelong resident of South Bend passed away on Thursday April 25, 2024 at Memorial Hospital. Keith was born on December 28, 1954 in South Bend to the late Wayne and Naomi (Norton) Buck.  Keith graduated from Riley High School then attended Bethel College. Keith was an artist.  He loved music and creating and enjoyed painting.  He was also an author who loved to write and put his ideas onto paper. Keith met and married Brenda Piasecki, sharing many years...

Larry W. Mowery, a cherished husband, caring father, and doting grandfather, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 25, 2024, in South Bend, IN. Born on August 18, 1937, in Ullin, IL, Larry's life journey was marked by devotion to his family, a profound commitment to his community, and a lifetime of service to his country. Graduating from Ullin High School in the class of 1954, Larry soon found his calling to serve his country in the United States Air Force. His patriotism was...

Amelia Diane Bigelow, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2024, at her home in South Bend, IN. Born on May 2, 1954, in Kalamazoo, MI, Amelia’s true passion was her family, making a warm and welcoming home that touched the hearts of all who entered. She lived an extraordinary life, marked by the love she extended to her large family. Survived by her beloved sons, Johnny (Angelique) Courtney, Donny, Chad, Lawrence II, and Channing Bigelow; Amelia’s legacy also includes her...

Paulette Marcelle Stanage, a beacon of love and warmth, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2024, in Mishawaka, Indiana, at the age of 99. Born on January 30, 1925, in Lille, France, to the late Paul and Alma (Freitag) Polaërt, Paulette's life journey was marked by her unwavering devotion to her family, her passion for service, and her kind-hearted nature. Paulette's early years in France laid the foundation for a life characterized by resilience and grace. Her transition to...