Lance D. Malling

Lance D. Malling, 84 years old, passed away on Wednesday, December 5, 2023 at his residence in South Bend.

Lance was born on July 5, 1939 in South Bend, to the late Alfred and Theresa (Fritz) Malling. He is also preceded in death by his daughter, Brigitte Malling.

Left to cherish the memory of Lance is his son, Erik (Karen) Malling; his grandchildren, Riley & Kasha Malling; his brother, Karl Malling; and his aunt, Bernie Hardig.

Lance was a wonderful father, an entrepreneur, party animal, hell raiser, golfer, mentor and a very generous man. He started Blue-Prince in 1975 and was one of the original owners of Hacienda. Children were dear to his heart as well as his corvettes. He was loved by many and will be missed and remembered by all.

Friends and family will be received from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Monday, December 11, 2023 with a Rosary to be prayed at 6:45 pm, all at St. Joseph Funeral Home, 824 S Mayflower Rd, South Bend.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 225 S. Mill St., Mishawaka. Burial will immediately follow at Riverview Cemetery, South Bend.

Donations in honor of Lance D. Malling may be made to Hannah’s House, 410 S Spring St, Mishawaka, IN 46544.

Online condolences can be made at sjfh.net.

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