Judith Ambrose, 76, Plymouth, passed away of natural causes at 8:45 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka. The daughter of Delwin Libby, Judy was born December 12, 1939 in Rockport. On July 19, 1958, Judy and James were married in LaPorte. He preceded her in death Dec. 14, 2013. In 1958 …read more.

Pauline M. Robinson, 106, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016, at the Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth. The Robinson family would like to thank Melodie Overmyer and her staff at Pilgrim Manor for taking such good care of Pauline. Pauline was born on July 8, 1910, in Peru, to Clarence O. and Effie M. …read more.

Robert W. Anthony, 88, and lifetime Plymouth resident, passed away in his home at 3:47 p.m. Sept. 12, 2016. Born in Plymouth, Bob graduated from West High School with the class of 1946. He married Jacqueline (Brooke) Anthony in June of 1950. She would precede him in death in 1997. Bob served in the U.S. …read more.

Francis “Frank” E. Pugh, 78, Bremen, passed away at 3:48 a.m., Monday, Sept. 12, 2016 in St. Joseph Health Systems, Mishawaka.

Virginia M. Thomas, 65, lifetime Plymouth resident, passed away with her husband by her side Monday, Sept. 12, 2016 at the Elkhart Hospice House in Elkhart.

Judith Ambrose, 76, Plymouth, passed away Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016, in the Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center-Mishawaka Campus. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home at this time.

Robert James Beaver Jr., 56, Beech Rd., Bourbon, died at 3:49 a.m. Sept. 9, 2016,  at his residence following a sudden illness. He was born on Aug. 16, 1960, in Chicago, Ill., to Robert Beaver Sr. and Leita (Hall) Beaver and had lived in the Argos Community since 1991, coming from Kingman, Ariz. He worked …read more.

Richard “Dick” C. Kring, 81, of Plymouth, passed away Friday, Sept. 9, 2016 in the Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center-Mishawaka Campus. Dick was born July 15, 1935 in Argos, Indiana, to the late Floyd G. and Helen I. (Price) Kring. He graduated from Plymouth High School in 1954. On June 15, 1956 in Argos, Dick …read more.

Mary Elizabeth (Edel) Aker or Maw Maw, 84, co-founder of Aker Plastics Co. Inc. of Plymouth, passed away of natural causes on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016 at home surrounded by family. Mary was born on Sept. 8, 1932 in Bremen, Indiana to John E. and Inez I. (Frenger) Edel. She graduated from Bremen High School …read more.

Robert James Beaver Jr., 56 of Beech Rd., Bourbon, Indiana died at 3:49 a.m. Fri., Sep. 9, 2016 at his residence following a sudden illness. Arrangements are pending at this time with Earl Grossman Funeral Home. 

Paul J. Bailey, 82, passed away at 10:45 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2016, under the care of The Center of Hospice and Palliative Care. Paul was born on Nov. 22, 1933, in Bremen, to Paul Albert and Edna Mae (Cox) Bailey. Paul retired from NIPSCO after nearly 39 years of service as a construction supervisor. …read more.

Lori A. Snyder, 59, Plymouth, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2016, at home her. Lori was born on Feb. 7, 1957, in Peru, to Kenneth E. and Hazel (Mathis) Gilliland. She will be fondly remembered for her heart of gold and fondness of cats. Lori is survived by her mother: Hazel Gilliland, Plymouth; her …read more.

Frances M. Lemler 94, Bourbon, passed away Monday, Sept. 5, 2016, in Catherine Kasper Life Center, Donaldson. Frances was born the daughter of Frank P. and Vandella (Whitson) Smith on May 29, 1922, in Odebolt, Iowa. After her mother died when she was six years old she moved to Indiana where she lived with different …read more.

Patricia A. Andrews, 79, Bremen, passed away at 11:50 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 4, 2016, in Signature Health Care of Bremen. Patricia was born on Dec. 2, 1936, the daughter of the late Clyde and Alice M. (Huff) Ellis. On Sept. 1, 1956, she married Frank Andrews. He passed away on April 25, 2011. Patricia is …read more.

Irvin W. Myers, 88, passed away at 2:15 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016, at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth. Irvin was born in Danville, Ill., on July 8, 1928, to William Glenn and Hazel (Sadler) Myers. He graduated from Oakwood High School in Oakwood, Ill. On Nov. 26, 1953 in Bloomington, Ill., Irvin married the …read more.

Kenneth E. Gilliland, 91, of Plymouth, Indiana, passed away Friday, Sept. 2, 2016, at 6:03 PM in Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth, Indiana. Kenneth was born May 23, 1925 at Steele, Alabama to Sylvester and Dora Rodgers Gilliland, the oldest of six brothers and sisters. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy …read more.

Irvin W. Myers, 88, passed away at 2:15 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016 at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home in Plymouth. Arrangements are pending with Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home at this time.

William Niswonger, 77, Plymouth, passed away peacefully Monday, Aug.  29, in his residence. He was born November 16, 1938 in Mishawaka, to the late Ray and Violet (Goucher) Niswonger. Bill married Marilyn A. (Sandera) Siebenmark on October 24, 1984 in Louisville, Kentucky, and she survives. He enlisted in the United States Army in March of …read more.

Dallas Jay Stouder, 82, Tippecanoe, passed away at 5 a.m. Aug. 30, 2016, in his home. Dallas was born July 12, 1934, to Clarence and Bertha (Metzler) Stouder at home in Etna Green. He was born into a large family of 11 brothers and sisters and grew up in Etna Green his whole life. Dallas …read more.

Janice J. Carter, 87, formerly of Plymouth, passed away Monday, Aug. 29, 2016, in the Miller’s Merry Manor of Culver.

Donnabelle Lucille Bernhardt, 89, Culver, died Sunday, Aug. 28, at the Life Care Center in Rochester, following a long illness.

Antal (Tony) Marton, formerly of Culver, passed away peacefully at his home in Mt. Dora, Fla. Aug. 26, 2016 with family at his side after a brief illness.

Lifetime resident Michael Ousnamer, 71, passed away Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016, at his Plymouth home following an illness in the company and care of his family.

Phyllis May Martin, 89, Tippecanoe, passed away at 2:05 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 28, 2016 at her residence.

William “Bill” C. Niswonger, 77, of Plymouth, passed away Monday, Aug. 29, 2016, in his residence. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

Mary E. Cook, 84, Plymouth, passed away Thursday, Aug. 25, 2016 in the Elkhart Hospice House surrounded by her loving family

Terry Lee “T.P.” Prater, 55, a Walkerton resident for the past ten years and formerly of Plymouth, passed away due to natural causes Thursday, Aug. 25, in the Parkview Regional Medical Center – Ft. Wayne.

Michael Ousnamer, 71, Plymouth, passed away Saturday morning, Aug. 27 at his home in the company of his wife Sharon and children. Service arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

Phyllis  M. Martin,  89, Tippecanoe passed away Sunday, August 28, 2016 at her residence. Arrangements are pending at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Michael Ousnamer, 71, Plymouth, died Saturday, Aug. 27, at his home in the company of his wife Sharon and children. Service arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

A memorial gathering for James L. Hoff, 50, who passed away unexpectedly on Aug. 16, will be held from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, August 27th at the home of Liz and Jeff Shireman located at 9237 E. 12B Road, Argos, Indiana. Jim was born on March 16, 1966 in Plymouth, Indiana to Joe D. and Jennifer …read more.

Edna Mae Keyser Couts Keltz Wagoner, 93, Plymouth, peacefully went to be with the Lord Aug. 24, 2016.

Edward E. Warren Sr., 100, South Bend, passed away at 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, at home.  He was born on April 30, 1916, in Culver to the late Adril and Amanda (Wiser) Warren.  On Oct. 23, 1943, in South Bend, he was united in marriage to the former Virginia B. Harding. Mr. Warren is …read more.

James Allen Austin, 51, Houston, Texas died along with his wife, Summer Anne Austin, 38, in a private plane crash near the West Houston Airport on July 8, 2016.

Jim Napier, 57, Culver, died Aug. 22, 2016 at the Hospice House of South Bend.

Anne K. Schafer, 98, New Carlisle, passed away peacefully Friday, Aug. 19, in Hamilton Grove Community, New Carlisle. She was born Sept. 16, 1917 in Lincoln, Neb., to the late George and Margaret (Lieder) Dies. In 1937 in Nebraska, Anne married Jacob J. Schafer, who preceded her in death on Feb. 29, 1995. Anne is …read more.

Ruby June Battles Geyer, 94, Lakeville, passed away at 7:23 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23, in Hospice House of South Bend. She was born on June 12, 1922, to Millard and Cora (Klinkner) Battles. On March 16, 1946, she married Dale Geyer. He preceded her in death on Oct. 12, 2009. She was a 1940 graduate …read more.

Infant Oliver Ira Fitz Artist, 10 days old, Plymouth, passed away at 12:23 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, 2016 at IU Health Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis.

Jennifer A. Miller, 45, Plymouth, passed away Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016 at home.

R. Neil Cripe, 86, Bremen, celebrated his arrival in heaven Aug. 21, 2016 following a lengthy illness.

Consuelo Duran-DeRamirez, 64, Argos, died at 5:05 a.m. Aug. 21, 2016, at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka. She had been in declining health for the past couple of years. Consuelo was born on April 26, 1952, in Zacatecas, Mexico, to Manuel Duran and Delores Frias-Duran and had lived in Argos since 2010. In May …read more.

Ronald E. Woolley, 72, of Plymouth, passed away at 7:45 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 20, 2016, in the Hospice House of St. Joseph County.

Pedro G. Vasquez Jr., 47, passed away Sunday morning, Aug. 21, 2016, at his Plymouth home following an illness. Service arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home  

Caroline L. Moeller, 88, Bremen, peacefully went home to the Lord Saturday, Aug. 20, 2016. Caroline was born Nov. 14, 1927, in Pawtucket, R.I., the daughter of the late George and Sophia (Troeger) Bauer. Caroline is survived by three daughters: Susan (Robert) Myers, Columbia Station, Ohio, Robin (Myron) Sunderman, Clarinda, Iowa, and Wendy (Thomas) Coxey, …read more.

Pauletta “Ann” (Hess) Mays, 75, passed away at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth, on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016. Ann was born in Rushville on April 25, 1941, to Harold and Lola (Stevens) Hess. She graduated from Connersville High School with the class of 1959. She worked as a ward clerk for 27 years at the St. …read more.

Loretta Mae Thomas, 78, Bremen, passed away at 5:40 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016 in Hubbard Hill Estates, Elkhart.

Eugene C. “Gene” Peters, 86, Plymouth, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016, in his residence. He was born Jan. 14, 1930, in Chicago Heights, Ill., to the late August L. and Minnie (Rinkenberger) Peters. Eugene graduated from Lowell High School in 1948. He was an operating engineer for the Local Union 150 for 45 years. …read more.

James L. Hoff, 50, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016. Jim was born on March 16, 1966, in Plymouth, to Joe D. and Jennifer (Linn) Hoff. He graduated from Plymouth High School with the class of 1985. He worked as a welder for Newmar and Real Products. Jim enjoyed working …read more.

Loretta Mae Thomas, 78, Bremen, passed away at 5:40 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016, in Hubbard Hill Estates, Elkhart. Loretta was born at home on June 25, 1938, to Herschel and Pearl LaVerne (Young) Fisher. She graduated from Bremen High School in 1956. On June 8, 1958, she married her true love, Lee B. Thomas. …read more.

Wanda “Alice” Good, Plymouth, formerly of Lakeville, passed away at 12:05 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14, in her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was 89 years old. She was born Dec. 21, 1926, Plymouth, a daughter of Donald and Dorothy (Schrom) Green, and has remained a lifelong resident of Marshall County On Nov. 8, …read more.

Sandra Stayton York, 78, Plymouth, passed away at 11:55 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14, 2016, at her home with her family at her side. Sandra was born May 18, 1938, in Argos, to Willard “Pete” and Virginia (Hessler) Stayton. She was a lifelong resident of the area. She and her husband, Don, spent winters in Florida …read more.

Irvin was born on March 13, 1925, at Burr Oak, to Roy and Goldie (Kring) Overmyer and was a lifelong resident. Irvin was a brick layer. He belonged to Brick Layers and Allied Craft workers. He was a long time member of the Odd Fellows Lodge, Maxinkuckee Lodge #373, and was a Past Grand Master, …read more.

Susan K. Flora, 72, Culver, passed away Aug. 10, 2016 at her home with her family at her side.

Harold “Hattie” A. Bagley, 86, formerly of Lake of the Woods, died Aug. 11, 2016, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. He was born in Pontiac, Mich., on July 29, 1930, to Frank and Mary (Cunningham) Bagley. Hattie was the oldest of eight children who include: Francis Atkinson; Jean Horvath; David Bagley; Terry Bagley;  Leslie Eppert, …read more.

Brian F. Royer, 47, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2016, in his Argos home. Brian was born the son of Frank D. and Carole S. (Rogers) Royer on July 28, 1969, in Logansport. He received his education at West Central High School. By trade Brian was a welder and worked in production for …read more.

Brian F. Royer, 47, passed away unexpectedly at his Argos home on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2016. Service arrangements are being planned at this time and are pending with Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

Sheila L. McNeal was born in South Bend Aug. 14, 1951 to Richard A. and Doris L. (Dawson) Green. Sheila married the love of her life, Gene A. McNeal Sr. Sept. 16, 1967. She worked for Bremen Glass for 32 years in production until her retirement. Sheila enjoyed bowling and was on many leagues with her …read more.

Kitty Ann Garnand, 64, former Plymouth resident, passed away on Aug. 9, 2016, in her home. Kitty was born on March 28, 1952, in Plymouth to Kenneth B. and Hilda M. (Lamborn) Bowman. She graduated from Plymouth High School. Beloved mother of daughter, Kelly Lynn Sheets, and son, Matt Todd Garnand. Her unconditional love, support …read more.

Kathy Dawn Schaeffner, 60, resident of Macy for the last twenty years, passed away early Tuesday morning, Aug. 9, 2016, in her residence.

Kitty A. Garnand, 64, and former Plymouth resident, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016, in her home in LebanonP. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home

Orion F. “Budd” Treat Jr., 85, passed away peacefully at home on Aug. 8, 2016, with his wife of 63 years, Ajean, and son, Gary, by his side. Budd was born in Pittsfield, Mass., on Dec. 19, 1930, to Virginia (Miller) Treat, originally from Plymouth, and Orion F. Treat Sr. The family moved back to …read more.

Longtime Plymouth retail merchant Budd Treat, 85, passed away peacefully at his home in the company of his family, Aug. 8, 2016. Services are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

Faith A. Kersey, 64, Culver, passed away Aug. 6, 2016. Faith was born to Eugene and Doris (Hawkins) Jefferies Sr. on January 30, 1952 in Argos. She was married to Steven Kersey on July 4, 2001 in Plymouth. Faith is survived by her husband Steven; sons: Charles (Lisa) Hite, Plymouth; and Timothy (Angel) Baltes, Sullivan; …read more.

Jeanette A. “Jan” Sanders, 84, of Culver, passed away August 7, 2016 at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver.

Kenneth “Kenny” A. Garland, 97 of 625 Oakhill Ave., Plymouth, Indiana and formerly of the Argos community died on Aug. 6, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. at the Miller’s Merry Manor Assisted Living apartments where he passed peacefully in his sleep. Kenny was born on April 27, 1919, in Culver, to William and Gladys (Humes) Garland. …read more.

Dorothy M. Griewank, 85, Plymouth, passed away at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 5, 2016, in the Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home. Dorothy was born on April 5, 1931, in Miami County, to Darwin and Mildred (Han) Baker. On June 20, 1948, Dorothy became the bride of Roy D. Griewank in a ceremony in South Bend. Roy preceded …read more.

Evelyn L. Reichard, 91, a resident of Pretty Lake, Plymouth since 1950, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016, in her home of natural causes. Evelyn was born in Rochester, on Nov. 22, 1924, to William and Ersa (Johnson) Garver. She attended schools in Rochester, Tippecanoe, Culver and graduated from Argos High School. On Jan. 10, …read more.

Evelyn L. Reichard, 91, a resident of Pretty Lake, Plymouth since 1950, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016, in her home. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth, with Pastor Charles Krieg officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 11 a.m. until the time …read more.

Dustin William James Cullen, 34, Bremen, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2016. Dustin was born on May 17, 1982, in Plymouth to the late Michael Davis and late Rashel (Jackson) Burkett. He is survived by his wife: Viki; three children: Caythan Ray Davis Cullen; Liliana Renee Cullen; and Dean Joseph Davis Cullen; sister: Dawn …read more.

Larry Wayne Reaker, 53, Bremen, passed away Monday, Aug. 1, 2016. Larry was born on March 10, 1963, the first of three children of Marlow “Sonny” and Darlene Reaker. He is survived by his parents; wife: Risa; and four children: Jesse (Kristen) Greenlee, Nappanee; Tessa Reaker, Battle Creek, Mich.; Taylor (Stephanie) Weidner, Lapaz; Brandon Reaker, …read more.

Marilyn Kay Couts, 54, a resident of Plymouth since 1974, passed away Monday, Aug. 1, 2016, at Community Hospital of Bremen. Marilyn was born Dec. 23, 1961, in Knox, to the late Harold P. and Edna H. (Miles) Couts. She had worked through Marshall-Starke Development Center as well as Manitou Training Center in Rochester. She …read more.

Ernesteen M. “Tiny” Livinghouse, 92, Plymouth, passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2016 in the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth campus. Tiny was born Feb. 25, 1924 in Quality, Ky. to Harvey and Ona (Johnson) Anderson. On Dec. 5, 1944 Tiny became the bride of Roy Livinghouse in a ceremony in Tennessee. Roy preceded …read more.

Shirley A. Fleming, 70, Plymouth, passed away at 6:22 a.m. Saturday, July 30, 2016, in her home with her family at her side. Shirley was born on April 12, 1946 in Plymouth to Charles and Marie (Beam) Wilhelm and was a lifelong resident. Shirley retired in 2012 from American Containers of Plymouth. Shirley will be fondly …read more.

Dorothy Jane (Lawrence) Hammel, 88, formerly of Plymouth, living in Indianapolis for the past 11 years, passed away on July 28, 2016, in Zionsville Meadows with her loving family by her side. Dorothy was a three time cancer survivor. She was born on January 26, 1928, in Plymouth, to Grover and Erma (Cummins) Lawrence on …read more.

William D. Spencer Jr., 66, a former Plymouth resident, passed away under hospice care at 3 p.m. Friday, July 29, 2016, in the I.U. Health – Goshen following an extended illness. For the past three years, Bill has resided in Lagrange. Bill was born in Carlinville, Ill., on September 6, 1949, the son of William …read more.

Henry E. Watkins, 70, formerly of Argos, passed away at 9:45 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27, 2016. Henry was born in LaPorte County to George H. and Ethel (Sutherlin) Watkins. He worked in the steel mill industry most of his life and recycled items. Henry is survived by his children: Gary Beatty, Knox; Michelle (Rick) …read more.

Michael D. Rohrbaugh, 65, Plymouth, formerly of South Bend, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2016, in the Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth. Michael was born on Aug. 11, 1950, in South Bend, to Carl and Thelma (Skelton) Rohrbaugh. Michael enjoyed many years as an independent truck driver until his health no longer allowed him …read more.

Melvin C. Walter, 63, Culver passed away on Friday, July 23, 2016.

Melvin C. Walter, 63, Culver, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2016. Melvin was born on Nov. 24, 1952, in Laporte. He was one of several children born to Raymond (Pauline Tinkey) Walter who are deceased. Melvin was an avid hunter, fisherman, and outdoorsman. When he wasn’t on the water or in a tree stand, …read more.

Michael D. Rohrbaugh was born on Aug. 11, 1950 and passed away July 26, 2016 and resided in Plymouth, Ind.  Arrangements are pending at Van Gilder Funeral Home.  

Former Grovertown resident John Richard Carter, 90, entered eternal life at 5:50 p.m. Friday, July 22, 2016, in the Catherine Kasper Life Center, Donaldson. John has resided at the Maria Center for the past three years. John was born on Oct. 17, 1925, in Eldorado, Ark., to William H. and Katherine P. (Macnab) Carter. After …read more.

Helen V. Kuntz, 98, Buchanan, Mich., formerly of Bremen, passed away at 4:07 a.m., Sunday, July 24, 2016 in Buchanan Meadows. Helen was born on December 8, 1917 in Bremen to the late Elmer E. and Vera E. (Wener) Kuntz. Helen graduated from James Whitcomb Riley High School, class of 1935. She went on to …read more.

Tyrus “Ty” Peter Ely, 32, South Michigan Street, Argos, died at 12:21 a.m. Saturday, July 23, 2016, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend, following a brief illness. Ty was born July 17, 1984, in Redford, Mich., to Jim Ely and Gloria (Gilman) Ely. He has lived in the Argos community since 1998, coming from Michigan. Ty …read more.

Sharon A. Daugherty, 54, Argos, formerly of Plymouth, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2016, at the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center Mishawaka campus. Sharon was born Nov. 19, 1961, in Orange County, Calif., to Frank P. III and Charlotte (Muslin) McNeill. Sharon worked at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home as a certified nursing assistant for many …read more.

John R. Carter, 90, entered eternal life Friday evening, July 22, 2016 at Catherine Kasper Life Center, Donaldson. Service details are being finalized at this time and will be announced on Sunday. Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth, is in charge of arrangements.

Gretchen Ilene Kimble, 100, of Bremen, passed away at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Earl Miller, 80, passed away July 19, 2016 at Miller’s Merry Manor in Plymouth, with his family by his side.

George Smith, 81, passed away in his home on Tuesday evening July 19, 2016, with his daughters and sister at his side. George was born on Jan. 22, 1935, in McRoberts, Ky., to Mike Smith and Hazel Carter Murphy. In February 1954, George enlisted into the U.S. Army and served our country during the Korean …read more.

Linda Ruth Williams, 71, Plymouth, passed away early Saturday morning, July 16, 2016, in Culver at her daughter’s residence surrounded by her family.

John L. Himes, 70 Plymouth, passed away Thursday, July 14, 2016 at home with his family by his side. John was born the son of Virgil L. and Beverly J. (Green) Himes in Warsaw Aug. 12, 1945. John was retired from the city of Plymouth, where he worked for the sStreet department for many years. …read more.

Burl Leroy Nifong, 80, Indianapolis, and formerly of Marshall County, died at 4 p.m. July 8, 2016, at Community Hospital North, Indianapolis. He had been in declining health for several months. Burl was born on April 20, 1936, in Plymouth, to Noble Nifong and Cora Alma (Stone) Nifong. He has lived in the Indianapolis since …read more.

Micah Schmucker, infant son of Eddie and Susan (Miller) Schmucker, Bremen, was stillborn on Tuesday, July 12, 2016, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Breanna Sue Lemler, 21, Bourbon, passed away Sunday morning July 10, 2016, in Alabama as a result of a single vehicle accident.

Breanna Sue Lemler, 21, Bourbon, passed away Sunday morning, July 10, 2016, in Alabama as a result of a single vehicle accident.

Butch died suddenly on Friday, July 15, in the Corona Regional Medical Center in California. Butch was a former Lake of the Woods resident and has made Corona his home for the past few years.

Lester D. Read, 90, passed away in his home on Saturday, July 9, 2016, with his family by his side.

Rebecca Ann Wilcockson, 57, passed away peacefully with her family surrounding her on Friday July 8, 2016. She had courageously fought cancer for three and a half years. Rebecca was born October 8, 1958, to William A. and Alberta M. Wilcockson in Plymouth. Rebecca attended Saint Michael Grade School and Plymouth High School, graduating with …read more.

Erik Scott Clark, 71, Bourbon, went to be with the Lord June 23, 2016 with his family holding him in their arms.

Alvin D. Elmore II, 44, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Friday, July 1, 2016. Alvin was born in Elwood, in December, to Alvin D. Sr. and Valerie K. (Lantzer) Elmore. He attended Elwood High School. Alvin was currently working for Zimmer Biomet Inc., Warsaw as a metal processor. He is survived by his …read more.

After a long and successful life Max L. Ginder passed away at the Catherine Kasper Home in Donaldson on Sunday, July 3, 2016. Max was born in Porter Cross Roads, Porter County, to Charles and Hazel (Miller) Ginder. As a child the family moved many times, but always had interesting adventures as told by Max …read more.