All Obituaries

ELKHART-Thomas “Jay” E. Legg Jr., passed away March 10, 2026.  He was born February 12, 1965, in Elkhart.   On July 1, 1989 he married Lori Williams; she preceded him in death.  He was also preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Sr. & Eugenia (Parsons) Legg, and a brother, Charles Legg.   Surviving is a son, Ethan (Carly) Legg, and a grandson, Oliver.   Thomas enjoyed bowling, playing cards, going to the casino, and watching T.V.  He was a ...

Virginia Krou,96, of Nappanee, IN passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Warsaw, IN. She was born on August 6, 1929, to Lula and Russell Warren in Nappanee, IN. On October 8, 1949, she married Elmer Krou Jr, and they were married for 57 years. Virigina is survived by her children Debra Pletcher of Winona Lake, IN, Michael Krou (Dawn) of Punta Gorda, FL, Stephen Krou of Hernando Beach, FL, as well as grandchildren Derek Guard, Erin (Kyle) Stickley and ...

Marian Esther Hostetler, 94, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026 in Goshen, IN. She was born in Orrville, OH, on February 9, 1932, to Harry Mervin Hostetler and Esther Ellen Hostetler. Marian will be remembered for her Christian commitment, shown through mission work, teaching, generous sharing of time and money, and her fierce independence. She is survived by her sisters, Doris (James) Miller and Beth (Lee Roy Jr.) Berry, 11 nieces and nephews, and many other family members. She was ...

Joyce Arlene Chambers, 80, went to be with our Heavenly Father on March 6, 2026. Joyce was born on January 19, 1946, in Mishawaka, Indiana, to Howard and Dorothy Leslie. In 1964, she married William Chambers Sr. in Knox, Indiana, beginning life filled with love, faith, and devotion to family. Joyce had a deep love for Jesus and carried her faith with her throughout her life. She found joy in simple things, especially the companionship of her beloved dogs, who brought her comfort and ...

John R. Gietzen, 77, of Elkhart, Indiana, went home peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Center for Hospice Care in Elkhart. John was born on February 10, 1949, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Gerald (Jerry) and Kathleen (Kay) Gietzen. On December 26, 1970, he married the love of his life, Susan (Sue) Balder, with whom he shared more than 55 years of marriage filled with devotion, laughter, and countless cherished memories. In the early years of their ...

ELKHART-Bernard “Butch” E. Crusie, 80, passed away March 5, 2026, at his home in Elkhart.  He was born December 22, 1945, in Sheldon, IL.   He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond & Ellen (Fawbash) Crusie, his wife, Myra Crusie, 2 siblings, John, and Mary.   Surviving are 2 children, Gene (Michelle) Crusie Jr., Paul (Nicole) Crusie, 8 grandchildren, Joshua (Madison), Spencer (Kaisee), Nicholas (Amanda), Hannah, Delanie, Sydney, Noah, McKenna, 6 ...

SOUTH BEND- Ronald Martin Werntz, 77, of South Bend, IN, passed away Thursday March 5, 2026, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend.  He was born July 28, 1948, in South Bend, Indiana to Charles R. & Eva Frances (Martin) Werntz.  He married Patricia Izdepski who survives.  Additional surviving relatives are a son, Dietrich A. (Emily) Werntz of South Bend, IN; 1 brother, Michael D. Werntz of Lakeville, IN; 1 niece, Abby (Phil) Hoffman of Greenwood, IN; 1 nephew, Michael D. ...

ELKHART-Madge C. Wiesman, 94, passed away March 2, 2026, at Valleyview Healthcare.  She was born December 18, 1931, in Elkhart.   Surviving is her son, Ronald “Skeet” Wiesman, 4 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.   She was preceded in death by her father, Howard Miller, mother, Jessie (Stout) Baker, her companion of 42-years, Jimmy Weirauch, 3 children, Earl Wiesman, Jody Bayes, Eric Wiesman, 1 grandson, and 3 siblings, ...

    Ruperto Hernandez, a devoted father, community member, and hardworking man, passed away on March 2, 2026. He was born on August 1, 1947. Ruperto lived a life centered on family, service, and dedication to those around him. Ruperto was known for his strong work ethic and commitment to providing for his family, working diligently throughout his life. He took great pride in being part of a large, loving family and cherished the time he spent with them. Outside of work, Ruperto ...

Betty L Mann, 75, of Elkhart, Indiana passed away at The Waters of Wakarusa on March 1, 2026.  She was born July 29, 1950, in Elkhart, Indiana to Jerry and Cleo Hayes. On February 21, 1969, she married James “Jim” Mann, he survives along with 2 children, Brett (Kelli) Mann of Goshen, Indiana and Damie (Greg) Jones of Edwardsburg, Michigan. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Sandra Shupert, Jerry Hayes and Dennis Hayes. Betty was an adventurous ...