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ADELINE C. PIECHOCKI
Adeline C. Piechocki, 79, of Mishawaka, passed away on Wednesday (March 17, 2010) in Southfield Village. Adeline was born March 24, 1931, in St. Joseph County to the late Joseph and Catherine (Wroblewski) Rayski. On Aug. 1, 1953, she joined Raymond Piechocki in marriage. He passed away Dec. 26, 2008. She is survived by three children, John Piechocki of Lake Village, Jan Effertz of Osceola and
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BARBARA J. SIPE
Barbara J. Sipe, 72, of Elkhart, died Tuesday afternoon (March 16, 2010), at Hubbard Hill Estates. Barb was born May 6, 1937 in Star City to Kenneth and Elsie (Hamilton) Bonnell. Surviving are her son, Mark (Diana) Osborn of Elkhart; grandchildren Trisha (Jon) Lechlitner and Trent Osborn; great-granddaughter Addison Lechlitner; sister Shirley (Ron) Robertson of Tullahoma, Tenn.; and two
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BILLY G. LITTLE
Billy Gene Little, 82, of Milford, died at 7:50 p.m. Tuesday (March 16, 2010) at home. He was born July 5, 1927, in Fort Wayne and adopted by Mack and Jessie Little. He married Lee (Miller) Little. He is survived by his wife; sons William "Mac" (Shanna) Little of Louisiana, Rick (Sharon) Robinson of New Mexico and Ron (Kathy) Robinson of Goshen; daughters Vicki (Doug) Brouwer of Fort Wayne, Judy
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CAROL E. HOOVER
Carol Edna Hoover, 72, a Plymouth resident for the last 37 years, died at 11:26 p.m. on Sunday (March 14, 2010) at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Plymouth. The daughter of Warren and Nettie (Martin) Hoover, Carol was born in Goshen on Jan. 11, 1938. A 1956 graduate of Wakarusa High School, Carol held degrees from Goshen College, Purdue University and Indiana University South Bend. She taught
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ISABELLE M. WENGER
Isabelle M. Wenger, 85, of Elkhart, died at 3:34 p.m. Tuesday (March 16, 2010) at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born Nov. 30, 1924, in Elkhart, the daughter of Arthur and Leita (Wagner) Rowe. She married John Robert Wenger on Aug. 2, 1953, in Elkhart. He died Dec. 24, 1999. Surviving are daughter Kate Irelan of Elkhart; son John (Torrey) Wenger of Kalamazoo, Mich.; sister Irene Wozniel of
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LELAND M. HAINES
Leland M. Haines, 74, of C.R. 111, Goshen, died of natural causes at his residence of eight years at 4:52 p.m. Tuesday (March 16, 2010). He was formerly of Northville, Mich. He was born Feb. 28, 1936, to Percival J. and Emma (Schrock) Haines in Dowagiac, Mich. He married Katie (Yoder) Haines on May 29, 1964 in Arthur, Ill. She survives. Also surviving are sons Jeffrey (Mary) Haines of North East,
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LYNN S. WOODWARD
Lynn S. Woodward, 65, of North Little Rock, formerly of Elkhart, Ind., passed away Monday (March 15, 2010). She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi International Sorority, Laureate Alpha Alpha Chapter, Bossom Buddies and Lakewood United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Robert "Bob" Woodward of North Little Rock; two sons and daughters-in-law, Bradley and Kim Woodward of
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MARTHA A. ARENTSEN
Martha A. (Kubik) Arentsen, of Elkhart, passed away Tuesday (March 16, 2010) at the age of 92 in Riverside Village. She was born July 30, 1917, in Chicago to the late Felix and Anna (Skala) Kubik. She married Harvey Arentsen in June of 1937. He precedes her in death. She is survived by three daughters, Diana (Claude) Tipton of Elkhart, Susan Arentsen of Fort Atkinson, Wis., and Joann (Richard)
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MARY JANE NEFF
Mary Jane Neff, 92, of C.R. 50, Syracuse, died Wednesday (March 17, 2010) at her residence. Arrangements are pending at Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home, 311 S. Main St., Goshen.
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MATILDA M. MCCARTY
Matilda M. McCarty, 101, of Winter Park, Fla., formerly of Elkhart, Ind., died Monday (March 15, 2010) in Winter Park. She was born Oct. 27, 1907, in South Bend, Ind., to Ferdinand and Emily (Holke) Schmidt. She married Benjamin Goldstone Feb. 12, 1937, in South Bend. He died in 1942. She married William McCarty on July 13, 1957, in Elkhart. He died in 1979. Surviving are great-nieces Karen
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THOMAS J. LORMAN
Thomas J. "Tom" Lorman, 53, of Granger, died at 5:45 p.m. Monday (March 15, 2010) at his home. He was born May 16, 1956, in Geneva, Ill., to James P. and Willamae (Anderson) Lorman. On June 19, 1998, in Wetumpka, Ala., he married Maureen P. Medlen. She survives along with three sons, T.J. (Charmane) Lorman of Elkhart, and Tyler and Jim Lorman, both of Granger. Also surviving are five
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VERDA BILLMAN
Verda Billman, 102, of LaGrange, died Tuesday (March 16, 2010), at Miller's Merry Manor in LaGrange. She was born March 5, 1908, in Haviland, Ohio, to Elijah and Leefee Ellen (Cashel) Carmean. They both preceded her in death. On Oct. 1, 1927, in Haviland, she married James Wallace "Jack" Billman. He preceded her in death on Oct. 21, 1991. Surviving are two daughters and one son-in-law, Mary Linda
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Guest Book
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LYNN S. WOODWARD
Bob, I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. You have my deepest sympathy. Has been a long time since I've seen eith
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SARA A. OLSEN
Our hearts & prayers are with the family. We love you all & will miss Sara.
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BILLY G. LITTLE
My husband and I are very sorry for your loss. My husband, being from Milford, has known Bill for a very long time. As a
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BILLY G. LITTLE
So sorry to hear about Billy's passing. It was good to see you again while Billy was being treated. My heart goes out to
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C. PATRICK YOUNGWORTH
John,
Sorry about your loss. As time goes on it hurts less. You and your family have been in my prayers.
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LESTER E. SPRINGER
Les you will missed by me and every body at The Bristol American Legion and at The Elkhart D.A.V.
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THOMAS E. BENDER
Brian and Peggy,
We just want to let you know that we have you and your family in our prayers. Let us know if there is a
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LESTER E. SPRINGER
Les you were a part of our lives for alot of years. paige and travis looked up to you as grandpa... we enjoyed your comp
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JOAQUIN R. ARROYO
Tony, On behalf of Mr. & Mrs. Walter and the Walter extended family we would like to offer our condolences. Tony, we ha
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THOMAS E. BENDER
Grandpa,
You were a dear man with a lot of love to give. I wish that you didn't have to leave this earth in the way tha
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LESTER E. SPRINGER
My thoughts and Prayers go out to Les' kids - they have all been thru alot. Les was my closest neighbor for 28 years and
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ALEXANDER HERUS
We are saddened to hear of Alex's passing. We have held many found memories with Alex and have been blessed to have know
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LESTER E. SPRINGER
Cheryl, Brad and Jeff,
Thinking of you, your dad was a great friend to my parents I have many memories of growing up spe
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THOMAS E. BENDER
Charlie,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. I remember when you lost your first wife and I was by Carries
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THOMAS E. BENDER
I had the pleasure to work with Mr Bender at Eby Auto for a number of years at the parts dept..A Great Man ..I remember
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JAMES S. MEISER
i knew jim all of my life,he was a very nice person and will be missed by all who knew him Bill Dempster
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THOMAS E. BENDER
Mr.Bender you are a very good and decent man, I'm sure you will be greatly missed . May your family have our deepest hea
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EVERETT J. RUMMEL
Laura and Family:
Our Prayers are with you during this time. I'm sure Everett will be greatly missed.
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KATHLEEN D. HOPPERS
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. My prayers are with you and your family.
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LESTER E. SPRINGER
Les was a good friend. He stood up for us when we got married, and was there for us thru the years. You will be missed L
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LESTER E. SPRINGER
Because BLOOD is thicker than water, Les and I have been lonely and greiving for 2 1/2 years. NO ONE can take away the
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THOMAS E. BENDER
TOM WAS A GREAT MAN AND NEIGHBOR. HE WAS OUR SALVATION SO MANY TIMES WITH WORKING ON OUR CARS! HE WOULD ALWAYS KNOW WH
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JAMES S. MEISER
My condolences to you and your family. If I may be of any help please do not hestitate to call me.
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DOLORES M. GANCZAK
It has been a pleasure getting to know Dolores. I know I have enjoyed driving her home when she had her car worked on.
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LESTER E. SPRINGER
Les was such a sweet man and will be missed. I will never forget his kind smile and loving hugs!We all will miss you at
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BRUCE A. BROOKS
Always in a good mood and laughing, those are two things you noticed about Bruce. Never too busy to help or lend a hand.
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BRUCE A. BROOKS
Always positive, laughing and in a good mood, those are the first things one always noticed about Bruce. At work, if I h
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LESTER SPRINGER
I was one of his dear grandchild and we shared memories together and we will never forget him I hope he had a good life
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C. PATRICK YOUNGWORTH
Patrick also had a step daughter that he legally adopted. MY name is Angel (Youngworth) Rhett. This means he also has
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LESTER SPRINGER
Les was a great man & shared alot of years with my family. I loved him dearly & he will be missed . I'm most deeply sor
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MATILDA MCCARTY
I remember Tilly when she went to St. John's United Church of Christ. Years ago she was a member of the Tabitha Club alo
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ANDREW M. BOWSER
TO THE ANDREW BOWSER FAMILY;
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. I AM MARY BLACKBURN AND ADAM BLACKBURN
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LENORA STARK
Your mother and father were such nice people. I used to see them at the Olympia Candy Kitchen. They will both be great
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C. PATRICK YOUNGWORTH
Someone so special...
...can never be forgotten. You & ur family are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know how much
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C. PATRICK YOUNGWORTH
You were a truly dear friend and neighbor that always gave of your time and help when needed.God will now have the "gree
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Area Obituaries
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July 5, 1947-March 16, 2010
From: GOSHENNEWS
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April 19, 1928-March 15, 2010
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From: GOSHENNEWS
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From: GOSHENNEWS
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Jan. 11, 1938-March 14, 2010
From: GOSHENNEWS
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From: HERALDPALLADIUM
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From: HERALDPALLADIUM
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Oct. 27, 1907-March 15, 2010
From: GOSHENNEWS
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From: HERALDPALLADIUM
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Aug. 25, 1957-March 15, 2010
From: GOSHENNEWS
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Nov. 30, 1924-March 16, 2010
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From: HERALDPALLADIUM
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From: HERALDPALLADIUM
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From: HERALDPALLADIUM
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From: HERALDPALLADIUM
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March 5, 1908-March 16, 2010
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Feb. 28, 1936-March 16, 2010
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