All Obituaries

Lisa Evans Coleman, 67, passed away at home with her sister, Shelly and neighbor, Kayle by her side on Friday, March 06, 2026. Lisa was born on July 30, 1958 in Lancaster, SC to the late Billy E and Patricia (Neal) Evans. Lisa was also preceded in death by her husband, Timmie D. Coleman in 2017; and brothers, Dennis Evans, Michael Evans, William Evans, and Christopher Evans. Left to cherish their memories of Lisa are her sisters, Shelly Lappin and Betsy Evans; brother, Kevin Evans; ...

Marvin Henry Schmalfeldt, 73, passed away on Tuesday, March 03, 2026 at home with his wife by his side. Marvin was born on March 20, 1952 in Benton Harbor, MI to the late William and Ida Schmalfeldt. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Bill, Fred, & Edmond Schmalfeldt, and sisters, Ida Jones & June Andrews. On April 03, 2014, Marvin married the love of his life, Kelley Schmalfeldt. She survives along with his sons, Ryan & Adam Schmalfeldt; step-son, Brad Molhoek who ...

Dolores “Dolly” Remedios (Ritschard) Fischer peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, March 1, 2026 at Southfield Village in South Bend. Dolly was born on January 11, 1936, to Frederick and Remedios (Ojanguren) Ritschard. She was the youngest of four children and the only daughter, a position she embraced fully, developing a sparkling sense of humor, a love of fun and adventure, and what can only be described as a delightfully “fun-sized princess” ...

Justin “J.K.” James Kruszewski, 47 years old, peacefully passed away on Sunday, March 1st 2026, leaving his family and friends, heartbroken. Justin was born on December 23, 1978 in South Bend, Indiana. He was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, and friend. Justin is survived by his parents, Dawn and Rony Young, and James and Tina Kruszewski. He also leaves behind three children, Justin Jr., Jayden, and Braelynn Kruszewski; his sister, Jocelyn, her husband Eric Erlacher, and ...

Joan G. Kovach, 91, peacefully passed away at home on Friday, February 27, 2026 surrounded by family and friends. Joan was born on February 13, 1935 in South Bend, IN to the late Joseph J and Margaret A (Nemeth) Kovach. Joan is also preceded in death by her loving companion of 25 years, “Buck” Cecil Buck, Jr.; her sister and best friend, Barbara Kovach; brothers, Joseph Kovach, Charles Kovach, and Richard Kovach. Left to cherish their memories of Joan are her niece, Gena ...

Sue Ann (Van Lake) Shidaker September 5, 1959 – February 25, 2026 Sue Ann (Van Lake) Shidaker, 66, a proud lifelong west side South Bend resident, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Sue was born on September 5, 1959, to the late Lawrence Van Lake and Katherine “Katie” (Kratz) Blasko. She attended St. Adalbert’s and Washington High School, and remained devoted to her west side roots throughout her life. Sue worked for the Coffee Mug  for several years ...

Beverly Rose Szczypiorski, 76 years old, peacefully passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026 surrounded by her family at Millers Merry Manor in New Carlisle. Beverly was born on December 4, 1949 in Chicago, IL to the late Edwin and Ella (Temmel) Paschen. She is also preceded in death by her sister, Geraldine Miller-Versaw; and son-in-law, Bill Gallippo.  Left to cherish the memory of Beverly is her loving husband of 50 years, Ronald Szczypiorski; children, Lori (Steven Taylor) ...

Mariano Garcilazo Morales, 83, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Memorial Hospital.   Mariano was born on August 1, 1942 in Rancho La Viga Michoacan, Mexico. His parents were Agustin and Socorro Morales Bedolla Garcilazo. On February 1964 he married the love of his life, Maria Julia Garcilazo.   Mariano is proceeded in death by his siblings, Ipolito Garcilazo Morales, and Adela Garcilazo Morales.   Left to cherish their memory of Mariano is his loving wife, ...

Francisco Murillo, 86 years old, peacefully passed away on February 15, 2026 Center for Hospice in Mishawaka. Francisco was born on December 3, 1939 in Santa Rosa, Zacatecas, Mexico, to the late Francisco Murillo and Maria Ramires. Francisco is survived by his wife, Antonia (Canales) Murillo; his children, Alberto Murillo, Pablo Murillo, Inocencio Murillo, Santos Murillo, Jose Cruz Murillo, Carmen Murillo, Ventura Murillo, Maria Amparo Murillo, Maria Carolina Murillo, and Maria Esther ...

Hazel "Chata" Salinas, 65, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Hazel was born on March 28, 1960 in Houston, TX to Jesus G. and Rita T. (Torres) Valdez. She is preceded in death by her mother, Rita Valdez and her brother, Guadalupe Salinas Jr. Left to cherish the memory of Hazel is her father, Jesus Valdez; children, Stephanie (Grant) Ginter, Cristina (Arisbeth) Estrada, Javier Estrada, Nancy (Robert) Pena, Roman Estrada, Tony Estrada ...