All Obituaries

Evelyn R. Steinbaugh, 92, of Mishawaka, IN passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2022, in her home.  Evelyn was born in South Bend, IN on February 10, 1930, to the late Henry and Nellie (Elkins) Schosker.  On March 18, 1950, in South Bend she married the late Vertsel “Jay” Steinbaugh who preceded her in death on January 5, 2010.  She is also preceded in death by her son, Brian Steinbaugh; brother, Elwood Schosker; and sister, Sharon Schosker.  She is survived by...

Arthur Craig Yeakey, 81, of Mishawaka, IN passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022. Arthur was born in Mishawaka on October 2, 1941, to the late Wilber and Regina (Yoder) Yeakey. On October 15, 1977, in Plymouth, IN, Arthur married the former Mary Griewank who survives. Also surviving are his sons, Chip (Marissa) Yeakey and Andy (Nicole Wolf) Yeakey; grandchildren, Norman, Milena, and Carter Yeakey; and siblings, Charlene (Mike) DeNeve and Arletah (Raymond) Hochstetler. Arthur is preceded...

  Jeffrey Michael Dean, 61, of Mishawaka passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022, in his home.  Jeff was born in Mishawaka on October 12, 1961, to the late Frances & Joan R. (Van De Voorde) Dean.  Jeff is also preceded in death by his sister, Susan Dean and brother, Joseph Dean.  Jeff is survived by his children, Melissa (Derek) Fisher, Sara (Chad) Carrico, Erin Ziegler and Joshua Dean; 7 grandchildren; sisters, Kim Dean, Mary (Dan) Juckett, Cheryl (Gary) Hathcoat...

Nancy Ann Kitt, 62, of Mishawaka, IN passed away at home on Thursday, December 1, 2022.  Nancy was born in Mishawaka on March 26, 1960, to the late Stanley and Ruth (Stetzel) Harkins.  Nancy is preceded in death by her parents; her son, Aaron Stratton; and a brother, Don Harkins.  She is survived by her sister, Amy Burnham and a niece, Kara Eshelman.  Nancy loved going out with her friends.  She especially loved listening to and supporting local bands.  When...

Anna V. Sharp, 90, of Mishawaka, IN, passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2022.  Anna was born in Decatur, MI, to the late George & Anna May (Houseman) Vliek. Ann is preceded in death by her parents; son, Steven A. Sharp; sisters, Grace McCullough and Esther Bella; and brothers, Harry Vliek, Ward Vliek, Louis Vliek, George Vliek, and Henry Vliek.  Ann is survived by her daughter, Patricia A. Sharp; daughter-in-law, Marcia Sharp; granddaughters, Lisa (Rogelio) Lopez and Victoria...

Karen Gay Brita, 76, of Goshen, IN passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2022.  Karen was born in Elkhart, IN on February 26, 1946, to the late Marion Minierand Freda (Duesler) Binkley. She is survived by her children, Christine (Brad) Blackburn, Timothy Fisel and Jennifer Hamilton; grandchildren, Hannah (Terry) Lombardi, Shelby (Dale) Schwek, Bradley Blackburn, Pahge Kline, Clifford Hamilton and Gabrielle Hamilton; great grandchildren, Hunter Looney, Lindsey Lombardi, Brentley Blackburn...

Audrey M. Sobecki, 88, of Mishawaka passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2022. Audrey was born on December 6, 1933, in Mishawaka to Jerome and Eva (Pletcher) DeWeirdt.  She was preceded in death by her parents; Jerome and Eva (Pletcher) DeWeirdt and her siblings, Germaine DeWispelaere, Evelyn DeWeirdt, Leona Burkus and Robert DeWeirdt. On June 5, 1954, in South Bend as the former Audrey DeWeirdt, she married Ervin J. Sobecki, he preceded her in death on January 2,...

Douglas Leonard Fox, 46, of Mishawaka passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2022. He was able to give the gift of life through the Indiana Organ Donor Program. Doug was born in South Bend, Indiana on November 19, 1976, to Dennis Fox and Sandra (Kleinfeldt) Westphal. He is survived by his wife, the love of his life and soulmate, Carrie (Fisher) Fox; children, Vicky Fox, Austin Fox, Taleah Fox, Evan Fox, Kayla Stambaugh, Haley Stambaugh, Sierra Stambaugh, and Justin Stambaugh; mother, Sandra...

Jerome “Jerry” McMahon passed away at the age of 90 on November 28, 2022. He was born on April 13, 1932, to Anna (Westerbeck) and Howard McMahon in Cincinnati Ohio.  He was the 7th of 8 brothers.  His parents and his brothers preceded him in death.  He started his career at the age of 8 in the “Family Business” selling newspapers.  His corner was 9th and Main Street in downtown Cincinnati.  He always wished he was born rich instead of good...

Keith Edward Ellis, 33, moved on from this world Wednesday, November 23, 2022, and was able to give the gift of life through Indiana Organ Donation Program on November 25th. His heart continues to beat even now.   Keith was born on June 20, 1989.  He leaves behind 3 beautiful children, Keith Jr., Kiara and Keigon; his mother, Claudia Miller; stepfather, Kris Miller; brothers, Stephen Torrijas and Jacob Voss; and a stepsister, Brinlee Miller.  He will also be immensely...