All Obituaries

Ronald D. Czajkowski, 73 years old, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023 surrounded by his family. Ronnie was born on April 19, 1949 to the late Jerome “Harry” Edward Czajkowski and Evelyn Szymanski Zalas. Along with his parents, Ronald was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth and sister Celeste. Left to cherish the memory of Ronnie is his loving wife of 47 years, Sheila Anne (Walker); children, Paul David Czajkowski, Kimberly Hahn and Bryan Sult; and grandchildren,...

Susan Mary Curtis, 73 years old, passed away on January 19, 2023 at Woodland Manor in Elkhart. Susan was born on March 1, 1949 in South Bend, IN to the late Chester E and Rosalie A (Abraham) Carr. Susan married the love of her life, Bob Curtis, who precedes. Susan is also preceded in death by her brothers; Paul Carr and Greg Carr. Left to cherish their memories, Susan is survived by her sister-in-law, Kathleen Carr; nephews, Abraham (Janet) Carr and Jon (Deanna) Carr; and her nieces,...

Dawn M. DeMeyer, 56, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Saturday, January 14, 2023. Dawn was born on February 04, 1966. Left behind to cherish Dawn’s memory are her daughters, Bethany (Nicholas) Miglieri, Lauren File, and Sydney Bryant; grandson, Leonardo Miglieri; her loving parents, Barbara & Larry Bergen; a sister, Terri DeMeyer, and brothers, Chris Bergen & Michael (Amanda) Bergen; along with a host of nieces and nephews. Dawn was a Registered Nurse, with a career...

Joshua Michael Glenn, 45, left the earth with a song in his heart on Saturday morning, January 14, 2023, at his home under the care of Hospice and surrounded by love. When Josh was diagnosed with colon cancer in August of 2018, he said if cancer was looking for a fight he was going to give it one, and that is exactly what he did. He fought a courageous and admirable battle, full of optimism. Josh was born on August 14, 1977 in South Bend to John Michael “Mike” Glenn and Rita...

William “Jake” Elledge, Sr., 76 years old, passed away peacefully at his home the night of January 14, 2023 with his family at his side. He struggled with Multiple Sclerosis for over 27 years. He faced everyday with courage and a positive attitude.   Jake was born on January 23, 1946 in Mark Tree, AR to the late Lester and Goldie Elledge. Jake married the love of his life Diana and they shared a beautiful life together. There was adversity but also immense joy. It was a...

James F. Marek Jr., 82 years old, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023. He was born November 2, 1940 to the late Carolyn (Lambert) and James Marek Sr. in LaPorte, IN. On September 30, 1978 in South Bend, James married the love of his life, Carolyn M. Higgins, who preceded him in death on September 17, 2017. Left to cherish his memory is his daughter; Natasha Yvonne Kaczmarek; sons, Joshua Geldner and Carlos Marek; his sister, Linda Young; his grandchildren; and many nieces and...

Mishawaka - Margaret M. Christ, 94 years old, peacefully passed away on January 11, 2023 in her home, after battling dementia for several years. Margaret was born on May 29, 1928 in Mishawaka to the late Walter and Clara (Stoeckinger) Steif. Along with her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her infant son, Francis Joseph Jr; brother, Fred (Priscilla) Steif; and her sister Betty (Leo) Matt. On August 30, 1952 in St. Monica Catholic Church, Margaret married the love of her life of 70...

Barbara Jane Francis Dudley (nee Engler) passed away on January 8, 2023, in Chicago at age 86.  A long-time resident of South Bend, Indiana, Barb was the beloved wife of the late Vern, loving mother of Christine (Andy Raucci) Dudley, and devoted sister to Donna (Paul) Barulich and sister-in-law to Twyla (the late Gerald) Dudley.  She was the daughter of the late Ernest T. Engler and Evelyn “Fern” (nee Pearson) Engler.  Proud aunt of Michael (Cindy) Dudley, Sara...

Carol A Podemski, 80, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving husband and nurse. Carol was born on March 2, 1942 in South Bend, to the late Felix and Irene Opaczewski. Along with her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her son, Keith Podemski; and her brother, Daniel Opaczewski. Left to cherish the memory of Carol is her loving husband, Thomas Podemski; and sisters, Barb Fisette, and Cindy (Gary) Shindledecker. Carol was co-owner of Carothers...

Linda M. Andersen, 68 years old, passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at the Grand Emerald Place in South Bend. Linda was born on April 24, 1954 in Madison, WI and her parents were the late James and Mary (Sailor) Kovacsics. On August 24, 2004, Linda married the love of her life, Paul Andersen, who preceded her in death on October 1, 2009. Left to cherish the memory of Linda are her children, JoAnne Jester, Thomas (Emma) Klempay Sr., and Robert J. Klempay; son-in-law, Gregory Jester;...