Bremen, IN. Obituaries

Apr 9, 2025

Allan (Al) R. Suttor, 93, of New Carlisle, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 in his home.  He was born on April 6, 1932 in Paulding, OH, the son of the late Edward and Matilda (Metzger) Suttor.  On November 9, 1952 in Milford, IN, he married Verla Martin. He is survived by his loving wife of 72...

Apr 4, 2025

Shirlee Ann Barnard, age 77, formerly of Bremen IN peacefully passed away Friday, April 4, 2025. Shirlee was born November 7, 1947, in Bremen Indiana to Paul and Helen (Weil) Reed. Shirlee is survived by her two daughters: Sherry Kasprzak and Susie (Mark) Muszynski, along with three grandchildren: Sarah (Kj) Karczewski, Mary Muszynski and Kimberly Kasprzak; her three great...

Apr 3, 2025

James R. (Jim) Leman, 82, Syracuse, Indiana, passed away, Thursday, April 3, 2025 at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago following a renewed bout with cancer. He was born September 1, 1942 to Samuel E. and Ruth M. (Widmar) Leman of Bremen, Indiana, who preceded him in death. A confirmed bachelor, he never married. Jim is survived by his sister, Mary...

Apr 1, 2025

Charles Allen Stoneburner, 93, of Leesburg, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at 9:50 am, Tuesday, April 1, 2025.  Charles was born on November 23, 1931 in Sidney, IN, to the late Charles and Daisy (Holderman) Stoneburner.  On April 6, 1957, he married Catharine Ott.  She passed away on June 16, 2017.

He is survived by three...

Mar 26, 2025

Rebecca “Sue” Reaker, age 77, of Bremen, Indiana, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on March 26, 2025, unexpectedly dying in her sleep. Born on March 2, 1948, Sue’s life was a beautiful and resilient story—marked by grit, grace, and an unshakable devotion to those she loved. She overcame challenges that would have stopped many, rising time...

Mar 19, 2025

Gloria Jean Martin, 74, of Lapaz, Indiana, went home to meet her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 19, 2025, at 9:09 am. The youngest of three children, Gloria was born on April 30,1950 in Philipsburg, PA. Daughter of the late Claude Watson and Isabel (Peters) Watson. In 1968, Gloria graduated from Erie High School. On June 11,...

Mar 16, 2025

Ellen Elaine Hershberger, 85, of Bremen, passed away peacefully at 8:05 am, Sunday, March 16, 2025 in Signature Health Care surrounded by family.  Ellen was born on October 15, 1939 in Bremen, the daughter of the late Russell and Louise (Lawson) Schutz.  On July 28, 1957, she married Richard Hershberger.  She is survived by her loving husband of 67...

Mar 4, 2025

Joshua Steven Van Houten, 43, of Plymouth, IN, left us too soon on March 4, 2025. He was born and raised in Cloverdale, VA, before moving with his family to Brimfield, OH where he graduated from Field High School. Josh continued his education at Manchester University (North Manchester, IN), where he played football and earned a degree in Social...

Mar 3, 2025

George J. VanDeKeere, 82, of Bremen, passed away peacefully in his home on Monday, March 3, 2025, surrounded by family. George was born on January 30, 1943 in Mishawaka to the late August and Rachel (Poelvoorde) VanDeKeere.  On October 1, 1966, he married Judith Affeld in South Bend. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Judy;...

Feb 22, 2025

Richard Alan Coffel, 78, of Bremen, passed away at 8:47 am, Saturday, February 22, 2025 in Elkhart General Hospital with his sons by his side. Richard was born on April 30, 1946 in Mishawaka, the son of the late Raymond and Evelyn (Siefer) Coffel.   He married Linda Grysiewicz on September 1, 1967. Richard is survived by his loving wife,...

Feb 18, 2025

Dawn Marie Egenlauf, born on January 24, 1965, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home in Bremen, Indiana, on February 18, 2025. She was a beacon of kindness and strength, known for her unwavering willingness to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Dawn was a beloved friend and a cherished mother and grandmother, embodying the nurturing...

Feb 18, 2025

Edward Anthony Karwatka, 63, was born on November, 28, 1961 in Bremen and he passed away on February 18, 2025 at Community Hospital East in Indianapolis. Ed was beloved by his family, friends, and church community. He will be remembered for his kind and gentle nature, his beaming smile, and his love of dogs, especially German Shepherds. He is...

Feb 7, 2025

Phyllis Suzanne Quenan, 67, of Bremen went to be with the Lord at 6:15 pm, Friday, February 7, 2025 at Lutheran Hospital of Ft. Wayne.  Phyllis was born on March 9, 1957, the daughter of Floyd “Doug” and Norma (Walters) Boundy.  She is survived by three children: Kelly Mammon, Erin Quenan and Justin (Priscilla) Quenan all of Bremen; nine...

Jan 28, 2025

Brad V. Erickson, 63, of Bremen, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 in his home.  Born on November 3, 1961, in Hammond, IN, Brad lived a life of service and faith. Brad had a deep love for his country, serving as a paratrooper and jump instructor in the 82nd Airborne Division of the United States Army, instilling...

Jan 27, 2025

Emma Sue Shroyer, 69, of Bremen, passed away at her home on January 27, 2025.  Emma was born on April 26, 1955 in Terre Haute, IN, the daughter of the late William A. and Patty L. (Pontius) Shroyer Emma was a mortgage underwriter for most of the area and she lived at the Lake of the Woods for years...

Jan 23, 2025

Leo W. “Sonny” Sahlhoff, Jr, 85, formerly of Bremen and rural Walkerton, stepped gently into the loving arms of Jesus on Thursday morning, January 23, 2025 at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. Leo was born on November 19, 1939, in Bremen to Leo and Esther (Schlundt) Sahlhoff, Sr., the sixth of eight children.  Leo was baptized into Christ on December...

Jan 19, 2025

Donna Sue Roberson, 63, of Bremen (Farmland) passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, January 19, 2025. She retired from Universal Bearings in 2021 after 21 years of holding multiple positions. In those 21 years she worked hard to support her family and made lifelong friendships that she cherished. She was the definition of love, kindness and selflessness. She was the epitome...

Jan 18, 2025

Jo E. Laidig, 90, from Mishawaka peacefully passed away on the early morning of January 18, 2025. On a cold and snowy evening, Jo Eileen Sherland entered this world.  She was born at home in Bremen, IN to Lester Alonzo & Marjorie Bernice (Wynn) Sherland on January 3, 1935.  As a young girl, Jo lost her birth father, and...

Jan 16, 2025

Marjorie E. Holderman, 80, of Lapaz, went to be with the Lord at 4:50 am, Thursday, January 16, 2025 in The Waters of Wakarusa.  Marge was born on May 26, 1944 in Plymouth to the late Harley and Erma (Reaker) Carpenter.  On September 26, 1959, she married Louis N. Holderman.  He passed away on September 1, 2002. Marge is...

Jan 16, 2025

Eloise “Elly” J. Brenneman, 93, of Elkhart, passed away at 8:42 am, Thursday, January 16, 2025 in Elkhart Co. Hospice House.  Elly was born on June 16, 1931 in Bremen to the late Glenn and Flossie (Berger) Balsley.  She is survived by two children: Beth (Edward) Kovatch of Mishawaka and Brenda (Paul) Fizer of Elkhart; son in law: Mark...