In loving memory of Sarah Lee Jesse On Tuesday, April 13, 2021 Sarah Lee Jesse of Osceola Indiana passed away at the age of 83 following a sudden diagnosis of Leukemia. Sarah was born on March 15, 1938 in Nappanee Indiana to Velma Lopp (Hare) and Velours “Dutch” Lopp who preceded her in death. Sarah Lee was a graduate of Nappanee High School, where she was a member of the band, playing the flute. She was a member of the First Brethren Church where she would play the...

Mrs. Almarie Mainer Smith was born October 4, 1924 to the union of Edmond and Estella Williams Mainer in Register, GA. In 1946 she married Wilford Smith; in that same year they moved to South Bend, IN. After moving to South Bend, she worked as a domestic housekeeper for 40+ years. She was a faithful member of Greater St. John Missionary Baptist Church, where she served in the Missionary Department Sarah’s Circle #2. Anyone who knew her knew you could always find her dressed in her best...

Donald K. Irmiger, Jr. passed away Friday, March 19 in Cardinal Nursing & Rehab. Center. He was 86 years old. There are no services planned at this time.

Ms. Alice M. Anderson of South Bend entered into eternal life on March 4, 2021; she was 79 years of age. Alice was born on December 28, 1941 in Gary, Indiana. She was the eldest in a siblingship of five born to the union of the late Howard and the late Vivian L. (Nelson) Parkes. At an early age she accepted Christ and lived a life that exemplified His teachings of love and kindness toward everyone. Alice attended Union Township High School in LaPorte, Indiana. She excelled in both academic...

Mr. Earvin Olanders Crayton transitioned from this earthly life Thursday, February 25th at 11:23 p.m. He leaves behind his son, Carlos (Melinda) of Oklahoma; his former wife, Keiko of Oregon; his elder brother, Marvin (Vera) of Indiana; a younger sister, Gloria (Ernest) Prentice of California; a half-brother Darryl, and half-sister, LaRissa; and four lovely granddaughters: Tarany, Tyra, Caryn, and Alonia Williams. Also left to mourn are three nieces and five nephews along with great-nieces...

Nellie Kay (Smith) Jennings, age 70 years young, resident of South Bend, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at her home with her husband at her side.    Nellie was born on January 21, 1951 in South Bend, Indiana to her parents, DeWarren Smith and Lucille Smith, who preceded her in death. Nellie is survived and will be greatly missed by her husband of over 30 years, James H. Jennings Jr. of South Bend, Indiana; her two children, Marcus A. LaSane (Brooke) of Granger,...

      Mrs. Hazel Y. Rouse passed away peacefully with family by her side on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka, Indiana. She was born in Freeport, Illinois   on March 15, 1941 to the late Thomas and late Anna (Belle) Green. Hazel was a wonderful sister, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She lived an outstanding life and was a source of strength, support, and encouragement to so many of the people who knew...

Mr. Robert Eugene Weaver, Jr. passed away on Saturday, January 30th  at age 67. There will be memorial service at a future date to be determined.

Decatur Smith, affectionately known as Bodie, beloved husband, father, fun-loving grandfather, brother and uncle passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 following a brief illness; he was 75 years old. He was born in Eudora, Arkansas on December 25, 1945 to the union of Willie Mack and Pearl (Holloway) Smith; they preceded him in death.   Bodie along with his parents and siblings relocated to South Bend, Indiana. As a youth he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at...

We honor the Life of our beloved Kimberly Ann Williams. She was born on June 23, 1966 in South Bend, Indiana. She transitioned out of this life on Wednesday morning January 13, 2021 at Beacon Memorial Hospital after an extended illness; she was 54 years of age. Kim,  a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, was a life time resident of South Bend. She was a fun loving person who enjoyed life and lived it on her terms. She was a homebody and loved to cook, and spend...