Obituaries

Mar 17, 2024

Apolinary “Paul” Pulkowski, 77, of South Bend, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 17, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 6, 1947, in a displaced persons camp after World War II in Hohenfels, Germany to the late Apolinary and Franciszka (Matyaszek) Pulkowski.

After receiving sponsorship from a family in Virginia, the...

Mar 15, 2024

**SERVICE UPDATE** There will be a time to visit with family and friends during an informal Celebration of Life event on Sunday, April 28th, from 2-5pm, at Knights of Columbus Hall, 61533 Ironwood Dr. South Bend, IN 46614.

Daniel Wayne Lawrence, 76, of South Bend took his final bow on Friday, March 15, 2024, at...

Mar 9, 2024

Benita June “Nita” Bickel, age 82 of Mishawaka, went to be with the Lord on March 9, 2024.  Nita was born September 17, 1941, in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late Benjamin and Margaret (Phelan) Taghon.  She was a graduate of Mishawaka High School, class of 1959, and on October 27, 1962, she married Raymond Bickel at Queen of Peace...

Mar 7, 2024

Charles Eugene "Chuck" Wiley, age 70, of South Bend, passed away at Memorial Hospital on March 7, 2024. Chuck was born on July 11, 1953, in Wichita, Kansas, and was adopted by the late Eugene and Virginia (Hyatt) Wiley. Born of Cherokee descent, Chuck was extremely proud of his Native American heritage. He was a graduate of Kingman High...

Mar 3, 2024

Dorothy Mae (Devine) Thomas, 86, of Mishawaka entered heavenly rest on Sunday, March 3, 2024, with her family by her side. She was born in Hattiesburg, MS on October 4, 1937, to the late Clifton and Mattie Devine.

Surviving are her four children LeeDora Blanton of Elkhart, Marlon Lewis of Indianapolis, Arunita Thomas and Foster Thomas, Jr....

Feb 4, 2024

Nilda Sevilla Riley, age 66 of Niles, Michigan, passed away with her family by her side on Sunday, February 4, 2024, after a hard-fought battle with cancer.  She was born September 23, 1957, in Leyte, Philippines to the late Clemente and Eusebia (Sevilla) Credo.  She met William Riley while he was stationed in the Philippines, and they quickly fell...

Feb 1, 2024

Dominic Cutugno, age 73 of Mishawaka, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024.  Dominic was born August 6, 1950, in Bovalino Marina, Reggio Calabria, Italy to the late Francesco and Maria (Spano) Cutugno.  Dominic immigrated to the United States at the age of 18 and earned his US Citizenship shortly thereafter. Dominic's journey as a hairstylist began as he apprenticed...

Jan 26, 2024

Rebecca Ann “Becky” Holbert, age 71 of New Carlise, Indiana, passed away with her loving husband by her side on January 26, 2024. Becky was born September 16, 1952, in Mishawaka, Indiana to the late Ralph and Angela (Steenbeke) Weber and graduated from Marian High School.  On May 8, 1975, she married James A. Holbert at St. Joseph Catholic...

Jan 25, 2024

Frank M. Price, a resident of Mishawaka, was called to his Heavenly Home on Thursday, January 25, 2024, ending his two-year battle with cancer. He was 69. Frank was born July 18, 1954, in Danville, Illinois. After graduating from Rossville High School, he attended Tennessee Temple Bible College where he met his future wife, Joanna Monroe. They were married...

Jan 18, 2024

Rodney “Rod” Johnson, 64, of South Bend was unexpectedly called home on Thursday, January 18, 2024. He was born in Brainerd, Minnesota to Merlin and Charlotte (Goochey) Johnson on September 22, 1959. He met his sweetheart at college and married Kathryn “Kathy” Parson of Weeping Water, Nebraska on December 30, 1983.

Together they raised two daughters, Ruth...

Jan 15, 2024

Jimmy J. “Jim” Walenga, age 92 of Mishawaka, went to be with the Lord in Heaven on Monday, January 15, 2024.  His son and daughter were at his side.  Jim was born January 19, 1931, in Calumet City, Illinois to the late James and Lottie (Stein) Walenga. Jim was raised on the South side of Chicago and moved to...

Jan 13, 2024

Jesus B. “Jesse” Vasquez, age 64 of Plymouth, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024, with his family by his side.  Jesse was born October 20, 1959, in Plymouth, Indiana to the late Pedro and Guadalupe (Ramirez) Vasquez.  He attended Plymouth High School and later worked for many years in the Michiana area as a welder. His work...

Jan 9, 2024

A beautiful soul departed this earth on January 9, 2024.  Janice Marilyn (Ward) Petty, 86, was born on her aunt’s farm in Nappanee, Indiana, on November 5, 1937, to Paul and Mabel Ward.  Family who preceded her in passing include her parents and siblings Kenneth Ward and Karen Strang.   Surviving siblings are Roger Ward, Pam Fershin, Marsha Reed, and...

Dec 27, 2023

Richard “Dick” Lee Willson, 87, died peacefully December 27, 2023, in St. Paul, MN.

Dick was born the eldest of two children to Milo and Angeline Koellen Willson in Baraboo, WI, on February 17, 1936. He was raised in Rockford, IL, where he attended Rockford West High School and played baseball and football. Throughout his childhood and...

Dec 17, 2023

As we gather together during this season of reflection and remembrance, the Cruz Family and our staff extend a heartfelt welcome to our Holiday Remembrance Service. This special occasion is a time to honor and celebrate the lives of those we hold dear, cherishing the memories that bring warmth to our hearts.

In the spirit of unity...

Dec 14, 2023

Daniel Walter Wojciechowski Jr., age 73 of Mishawaka, passed from his earthly life on Thursday morning, December 14, 2023. He had been brought home with the help of Heartland Hospice on Monday to spend his last days with his wife and family.

Dan was born October 20, 1950, to Geraldine Arpasi and Daniel Walter Wojciechowski, Sr. in...

Nov 25, 2023

Lois Y. Gherardi, 83, of Mishawaka, Indiana passed peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, November 25, 2023. She was born in Evergreen Park, IL on July 10, 1940, to the late Primo and Minerva “Minnie” (Olenti) Gherardi.

Surviving are her two children, John Jay (Catherine) McVay and Heath (Michelle) McVay, both of LaPorte, seven...

Nov 21, 2023

James Robert “Jim” Rist, age 65, passed away at his home in South Bend on November 21, 2023. Jim was born July 16, 1958, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Robert James and Shirley Ann (Schneider) Rist.  Following his high school graduation, Jim studied at Ivy Tech where he obtained his training as a welder.  He was employed for several years...

Nov 20, 2023

Michael Joseph DeWinter, age 72 of Mishawaka, passed away peacefully with his wife Anne by his side in St. Joseph Regional Medical Center on Monday, November 20, 2023. Born June 21, 1951, in Mishawaka to the late August and Marguerite (Brown) DeWinter, he had a life characterized by dedication to family, his love for music, and a strong faith....

Nov 15, 2023

Robert Lee “Rob” Botham, age 46, passed away with his family by his side at his home in South Bend on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Rob was born April 8, 1977, in Everett, Washington.  Following his graduation from Concrete High School in Washington, Rob heard the call of his country and enlisted in the United States Air Force where...