Obituaries
Bremen, IN. Obituaries
Local Obituaries for families in Bremen and Marshall County, IN.
James D. Steinhagen
Mar 1, 2026
James D. Steinhagen, 57, passed away on March 1, 2026. Jimmy was born on October 11, 1968, in Mishawaka. He grew up in Wyatt and spent the majority of his life in Mishawaka, a community he proudly called home. He dedicated many years of service to the City of Mishawaka, taking pride in serving the town and the people he...
Cheryl K. Bellman
Mar 11, 2026
Cheryl K. Bellman, 78, of Bremen, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 in Elkhart General Hospital. She was born on December 2, 1947 in Bremen to Aurthur, Jr and Dorothy (Hanshew) Hardy. On August 7, 1965, she married James W. Bellman in Bremen Baptist Church. He passed away on March 10, 2026.
She is survived by...
James W. Bellman
Mar 10, 2026
James Wesley Bellman, 79, of Bremen, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 in Waterford Crossing of Goshen. Jim was born on June 26, 1946, in Sturgis, MI to the late Rev. Jesse and Nettie (Rouch) Bellman. On August 7, 1965, he married Cherly K. Hardy in Bremen Baptist Church.
He is survived by his loving wife,...
Joyce A. White
Mar 5, 2026
Joyce Ann White, 82, born on December 15, 1943, and raised in Bremen, Indiana, Joyce was called to her eternal home on March 5, 2026.
Joyce was nurtured in the Lutheran faith and began her formal education at St. Paul’s Lutheran Grade School in Bremen, where the foundations of her lifelong faith were firmly laid. She graduated from Bremen High School...
Beech D. Howard
Feb 23, 2026
Beech D. Howard, 57, of Bremen, IN, passed away on Monday February 23, 2026, at 11:00 am after fighting a tough battle of lung cancer. Beech was born on March 4, 1968 in Bremen, IN to Beech and Reva Howard.
He joins his wife (Marla Howard), father (Beech Howard), and siblings (Tammy Howard, Sharlene Howard, Ricky Howard) with open arms. Beech...
Brian E. Miller
Feb 21, 2026
Brian Edward Miller, 46, of Bremen, passed away unexpectedly at his home on February 21, 2026.
Brian was born to Edward Allen Miller and Maximiana “Mia” Moreno Miller. He carried both his Midwestern roots and his mother’s Filipino heritage with quiet pride. An old soul by nature, Brian was steady, thoughtful, and deeply loyal.
He worked at Meijer as an Overnight Stocking...
Jessica L Feathers
Feb 19, 2026
On Thursday, February 19, 2026, with loved ones at her bedside, Jessica passed peacefully from her earthly home. Jessica is now in the presence of her Lord and Savior and has been reunited in heaven with the loved ones who have gone before her. What a celebration that must have been!
Jessica was born on January 18, 1983, to Douglas and...
Shirley A. Miller
Feb 14, 2026
Shirley Ann Miller, age 69, passed away peacefully and was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 6:32 am, Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Born on March 13, 1956 in Akron, OH to Loren and Clara Yoder, Shirley is survived by her husband Kenny, children Matt (Brita) Miller, Greg (Sarah) Miller, and Angie (Brad) Yoder, grandchildren Carson,...
Goldie M Buckner
Feb 13, 2026
Goldie M. Buckner, 95, of Bremen, passed away peacefully at 6:25 am, Friday, February 13, 2026 in her home surrounded by family. Goldie was born on January 9, 1931 in Clear Lake, WI to Frank and Nora (Stewart) Hrdlichka. On October 2, 1948, she married Harvey “Harv” Buckner. He passed away on Sept. 16, 2004.
She is survived by four children:...
Eugene F. Perrot
Feb 3, 2026
Eugene F. Perrot, 89, born on a cold winter night on December 20, 1936, on the family farm, ½ mile from Bremen to two wonderful parents, Fred and Opal Perrot, passed away at 9:48 am, Tuesday, February 3, 2026 in his home.
Gene grew up on the farm, following in his father’s footsteps, learning the skills of farming from father to...
Lori L. Verhaeghe
Jan 24, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lori L. Verhaeghe, 69, a loving wife and mother whose life was defined by devotion to her family and the depth of her love. She valued family above all else, finding her greatest joy in time spent with those she cherished. Her love was generous, steady, and unconditionally felt deeply by everyone,...
Eligio Gonzalez
Jan 21, 2026
Eligio Gonzalez, 59, of Bremen, passed away at 2:29 am, Wednesday, January 21, 2026 in Northwest Health of Portage, IN. Eligio was born on March 15, 1966 in Jalisco, Mexico to Emigdio Gonzalez and Maria del Rosario Gallegos.
He is survived by three children: Cecilia, Jorge and Samuel Gonzalez and two grandchildren. He is also survived by eight siblings: Maria, Luz,...
Teddy L. Huber
Jan 20, 2026
****UPDATE****
DUE TO UPCOMING WINTER STORMS, THIS HAS BEEN POSTPONED FOR ONE WEEK.
MOVED TO SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2026.
Ted Huber, longtime football coach, mentor, and leader in Indiana athletics, passed away on January 20, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by excellence, integrity and a lifelong commitment to young people and the game of football.
Huber devoted his professional...
Brian J. Town
Jan 15, 2026
Brian J. Town, 55, of Bremen, passed away unexpectedly at 4:30 pm, Thursday, January 15, 2026 in Memorial Hospital of South Bend. Brian was born on December 28, 1970 in Bremen to William and Mary Beth (Squires) Town.
He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Leslie; three children: Kayla (fiancé Korey Alexander), Eric and Daniel Town, all of...
Michael McIntyre
Jan 9, 2026
Michael McIntyre, 66, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family, on Friday, January 9, 2026, in Indianapolis, after a short but hard-fought battle with cancer.
Born November 6, 1959, in Toledo, Ohio to John and Sandra McIntyre, Mike lived a life defined by quiet integrity and a steadfast commitment to doing things right. Showing up (preferably early) was the only option.
His...
Patti S. Stephan-Hoskins
Jan 7, 2026
Patti S. Stephan-Hoskins, born on May 21, 1966, in South Bend, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on January 7, 2026. She was the beloved daughter of the late Robert L. and Janet L. (Ziegler) Stephan, daughter-in-law of the late Sonya Hoskins and sister to the late Mark Stephan.
Patti is survived by her devoted husband, Kyle Hoskins,...
Loretta J. Huff-Smith
Jan 7, 2026
Loretta June Huff-Smith, 94, of Bremen, passed away peacefully at 7:21 p.m., Wednesday, January 7, 2026 surrounded by her beloved family. Loretta was born on June 25, 1931, the daughter of Stephen and Edna (Ewald) Hochstetler. On June 26, 1949, she married James B. Huff, her husband of 63 years. Jim passed away on January 23, 2012. She married John...
Katherine L. Adams
Jan 2, 2026
Katherine “Kathy” Louise Adams 78 of Bourbon, Indiana passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026 in Plymouth Indiana. Kathy was born July 28, 1947 in Elkhart, IN. She was the daughter of Frances and Helen (Hill) Freel. Her parents and brother, Dennis Freel preceded her in death.
On December 20, 1975 she married Carl “Bud” Adams Jr. in Plymouth Indiana. Together,...
Jon S. Carrothers
Dec 31, 2025
Jon S. Carrothers, 84, of Bourbon, passed away at 1:05 pm, Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in Memorial Hospital. Jon was the son of Leighman Carrothers and Nora (Lucas) Blankenship. Jon was in the Air Force during the Korean War. On June 28, 1995, Jon married Loretta Inks. Jon is survived by his wife and two daughters: Molly Carrothers, Elizabeth Carothers...
Daniel R. Allen
Dec 24, 2025
A Legend Has Left the Building: Celebrating Daniel Richard Allen
January 21, 1948 - December 24, 2025
Danny, the cherished last living member of the Oscar and Viola Allen family of thirteen, passed away on Wednesday December 24, 2025 at the age of 77. Danny was able to leave this world peacefully at home under the care of his family and Hospice...
