Obituaries
Bremen, IN. Obituaries
Local Obituaries for families in Bremen and Marshall County, IN.
Landa "Big L" Stone
Jul 26, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Landa Elwood Stone, who passed away on July 26, 2026, at the age of 87.
Born on March 29, 1939, in Salyersville, Kentucky, Landa lived a life marked by determination, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to his family and community. He grew up in Argos, Indiana, where he graduated...
Wilson BonDurant
Jul 25, 2026
Wilson Andrew BonDurant, of Sylvania, OH, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family early Saturday morning, July 25, 2026, after a courageous journey with myotubular myopathy with which he was diagnosed with at birth. Wilson was born in Toledo, OH on April 3, 2026, to Thad and Nichole BonDurant.
Though his time on earth was brief, Wilson touched the hearts...
LeRoy H. Anderson
Jul 19, 2026
LeRoy H. Anderson, 86, of Bremen, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026. LeRoy was born on September 4, 1939 to the late Harry and Elsie (Hoch) Anderson. On August 26, 1960, he married the former Jeanne Savage. She passed away on July 30, 2013. He is survived by four children: Edith (Luke) Workman of Bremen, Karen (Doug) Warren of...
Leslie R. Turner
Jul 13, 2026
Leslie Robert Turner, age 66, of Bremen, IN, passed away Monday, July 13, 2026 after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born in Peru, IN on July 18, 1959 to Joseph Gene and Carolyn Sue (Mayberry) Turner, both of whom preceded him in death.
He is survived by his loving wife, Judy; two sons: Jason Turner (Chrissy Amaral) and Joshua...
Philo "KENT" Bennett
Jul 8, 2026
Philo Kent Bennett, age 90, passed away at home surrounded by his family in the early morning of July 8, 2026 at Lake of the Woods near Bremen, Indiana,
Born in Norway, KS on February 20, 1936, he was son of the late Philo Harry and Mildred Buer Bennett.
He attended Indiana University for one year before transferring to Ashland College where...
Thomas Eugene Spencer
Jul 5, 2026
Beloved father, son and brother, Thomas Eugene Spencer “Dino”, 59, of Bremen, the Lord called him to be in Heaven with his dad Cecil Spencer, on July 5, 2026. Eugene was born on October 12, 1966, in Scottsburg, IN to Cecil O. and Wilma (Reynolds) Spencer.
Eugene is survived by his son: Michael Hummel; mother: Wilma Spencer; three siblings: Debra Gail...
Timothy L Corl
Jul 2, 2026
Beloved son, brother, cousin, and uncle Timothy Lee Corl, 69, of Syracuse, formally of Bremen, broke on through to the other side on July 2, 2026. Affectionately known as “Uncle Tim” to the masses, in addition to his own nieces and nephews, Tim was known for his generosity, his gift of storytelling, and his relentless pursuit of a good time.
Introduced...
Patrick "Jake" Galloway
Jun 26, 2026
Some people are remembered for what they did. Patrick Jacob “Jake” Galloway will be remembered for who he was.
Jake was born on March 21, 1948, to Chuck and Ethel Galloway. As the youngest of five boys, he learned early that life was about keeping up, standing your ground, and finding your place in a family where love was often expressed...
Jeffrey D. Stayton
Jun 23, 2026
Jeffery Dean Stayton, age 60, of Bremen passed away June 23, 2026. He was born August 20, 1965, in Bremen, IN to the late John Stayton and Betty (Luse) Stayton. He was preceded in death by both his parents. Jeff was a 1984 graduate of Bremen High School. Immediately after graduation he served his country honorably in the United States...
Margery A. Baumgardner
Jun 23, 2026
Margery Ann Baumgardner, 96, of Bremen, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Margery was born on January 21, 1930 in Bremen to the late Orvil and Ada (Zentz) Haas. On June 18, 1948, she married Edward Baumgardner. He passed on November 4, 1987. She is survived by two children: John (Cheryl) Baumgardner of Bremen, IN and David Baumgardner of...
Ricky A. Sumpter
Jun 18, 2026
Ricky Alan Sumpter, 64, of Bremen, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of his devoted wife, children, family, and dear friends.
Ricky was born on June 27, 1961, in Knox, Indiana, to the late Douglas and Mary (Ketchum) Sumpter. On May 28, 1983, he married his 8th-grade crush, Linda Weldy. Together, they shared 43...
Connie L Helmuth
Jun 2, 2026
Connie L. Helmuth, 79, of Bremen, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026 in Community Hospital of Bremen. Connie was born on December 19, 1946 in Warsaw, the daughter of the late Richard and Jeane (Priser) Faurote. On September 3, 1971, she married Crist “Ed” Helmuth. He passed away on November 20, 2024.
Connie worked for First Source Bank for 10 years...
Patricia A. Anderson
May 25, 2026
Patricia Anne (Rash) Anderson was born on July 29, 1939, in LaPaz, Indiana, to William Jennings Rash and Evelyn May (Moore) Rash.
Pat graduated from LaPaz High School in 1957 and married her high school sweetheart, Edward A. Anderson, on September 8, 1957. They shared 63 wonderful years of marriage until his passing on December 2, 2020. Their son, Jon, was...
Danny L. Thornton
May 23, 2026
Danny Thornton, a devoted husband, father, skilled craftsman, and avid outdoorsman, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026.
Born to the late Mark and Betty Thornton, Danny grew up with a deep appreciation for hard work and nature. On November 16, 1968, he married the love of his life, Ruth Hertel. Together, they shared over 57 years of marriage, building a...
Ruth M Haag
May 19, 2026
Ruth M. Haag, 96, of Bremen, passed away at 8:55 am, Tuesday, May 19, 2026 in Signature Health Care of Bremen. Ruth was born on September 8, 1929, in Madison Township to Ralph and Myrtle (Fritz) Flory. On December 20, 1951, she married Floyd Haag. He passed away on August 23, 2015. She is survived by three children: Alice K....
Michael Myers
May 14, 2026
Michael Jon Myers
January 15, 1968 – May 14, 2026
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7
Michael Jon Myers, 58, of South Bend, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, at Bremen Community Hospital at 1:29pm, surrounded by his loving mother, daughters, close family, and dearest friends.
Mike was born...
R T Henke
May 4, 2026
R.T. (Ronald Thomas) Henke (89) of Bremen, IN passed away on May 4, 2026, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend surrounded by family. R.T. was born at home on April 28, 1937, in Addison Township, IN. The son of Carl Elmer Henke and Lucile Fern (Linville) Henke. On August 20, 1961, he married Virginia “Ginny” Kay Hensler. He is survived...
James L. Reed
Apr 28, 2026
James “Jim” LaVon Reed, 84, of Bremen, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Center for Hospice-Raclin House of Mishawaka. Jim was born on June 16, 1941, in Plymouth to Herman and Opal (Kaufman) Reed. On April 28, 1963, he married Joyce Baker.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce; daughter: Julie Reed-Cox of Mishawaka and a granddaughter: Angelina Cox....
Douglas L. Golden
Apr 27, 2026
Douglas Lamont Golden, 91, of Bremen, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 27, 2026, in his home surrounded by family members. Doug was born on December 22, 1934, in Plymouth, the son of the late Edward and Beatrice (Schumaker) Golden. On June 6, 1955, he married Mabel Louise Jones.
He is survived by his loving wife, Louise; four children: Lori (Jim)...
John D. Smith
Apr 20, 2026
John Dale Smith, 95, of Bremen, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026, in Community Hospital of Bremen. He was born to Theodore and Dorothy (Wagley) Smith on June 3, 1930, in Bremen. On September 6, 1953, John married Shirley Schweisberger. They built a life together for 61 years. She passed away on December 20, 2014. He later married Loretta...
