Alberta Jean Barone, 92, of South Bend passed away Wednesday June 13 at Healthwin Specialized Care.   She was born January 13, 1926 to the late Vernon and Ethel Reed Daly.  She lived her entire life in the area.  She preferred to be called Jean. On December 26, 1952 she married the love of her life, Louis Barone.  He preceded her in death on September 19, 1997.    Prior to marrying and starting a family Jean worked at Wygant...

A. Bill Fabyan, 91, passed away at 7:00am Monday, June 11, 2018 in his residence.   Bill was born on June 20, 1926 in South Bend to John and Anna (Nemethi) Fabyan.  He was employed by Singer, Studebaker, Torrington, and Uniroyal.  Bill was a World War II Army veteran, a member of Our Lady of Hungary Church and American Legion Post 357.  On July 1, 1972 Bill married M. Arlene Gregory who survives along with sons Jim Spencer and Richard Spencer, 10...

Dorothy H. Nyari, 93, passed away peacefully after a long illness at 8:44am Saturday, June 9, 2018 at the Sanctuary at St. Paul’s   Dorothy was born on July 22, 1924 in South Bend to the late Victor and Helen (Walkowiak) Zalas.  On August 1, 1942 in South Bend she married Louis A. Nyari who preceded her in death on December 5, 1986.  She was also preceded in death by her step father Edward Zakrocki, her sister Esther Szczechowski (2013) and her only...

Anne Hermina (Berlakovich) Pallo, 91, passed away peacefully with two of her daughters by her side, Friday, June 1, 2018 at Tanglewood Trace. She was born September 23, 1926 in South Bend, Indiana to the late John and Helen (Varga) Berlakovich. Preceding her in death were her husband of 64 years, John Pallo, her brothers John and Frank Berlakovich, and her sister Mary Berlakovich. Anne is survived by her daughters, Susan (Carl) Baxmeyer of South Bend, IN., Sandra (David) Reno of...

Friday morning May 18, 2018, Gizella M. Barilich, 93, was reunited in heaven with her beloved husband of 71 years.   Gizella was first generation American born to Frank and Elizabeth (Taits) Domnanovich, April 20, 1925. As well as being a proud American, she valued her Croatian heritage and maintained ties with the Croatian community in South Bend and her relatives in Austria. She married the love of her life, “her sweetheart” Steve Barilich, on October 4,...

On October 24, 1926 Jean was born at home to Louis and Irene (Jankovits) Borsody. She died of natural causes peacefully at the home of her daughter. She was an elegant lady, just like her mother, part of a different generation, true matriarchs looking after their families. We are blessed that she left behind letters and keepsakes she collected over the years, treasured glimpses of her past.     Surviving are her children Jeanne Ann (John) Gadd, Eileen...

Albert B. Vanderheyden, 80, passed away Friday, April 27, 2018 in Physicians Regional Hospital, Naples, Florida.   Albert was born on December 8, 1937 in South Bend to Rene and Mary (Blondia) Vanderheyden.  He was the owner of Vanderheyden Eavestrough, a member of the YMCA, DFV German Club and Home Builders Assoc.  Al loved to play handball and golf and was a Boy Scout Troop Leader.  On October 3, 1959 in South Bend he married the former Sharon Snyder...

Paul D. Williams Sr., 82, passed away Saturday, May 19, 2018 in his residence.   Paul was born on August 5, 1935 in South Bend to William and Eva (Heath) Williams.  On August 28, 1954 he married the former Sandra Jean Hildebrand.  He is survived by his loving wife Sandra to whom he was married 63 years, along with 4 daughters Debbie (Niel deceased) Kluszczynski, Margie (Michael) Andert, Susan (Chris) Schaefer and Pamela Klowetter. A son Paul DeWayne Williams...

Elizabeth R. “Beth” Slater, 80, passed away at 3:55pm Saturday, May 12, 2018 surrounded by her family.   Elizabeth was born on November 27, 1937 in South Bend to Victor and Mary (Jaskowiak) Rogowski.  Beth was a member of the Michiana Polka Mass Singers (Music Director), Harvest House, Forever Learning Institute, Polonaise, Golden Cluster, Hospice Volunteer and American Legion Post 357 Ladies Auxiliary.  She was employed by Peddlers Porch, worked...

Joseph J. Koloszar, 100, passed away Saturday, May 5, 2018 of natural causes.   Joseph was born on March 5, 1918 in South Bend to Fabian and Rose (Koczan) Koloszar.  Joe retired in 1983 from St. Joseph Bank and Trust as a Vice-President, where he was employed for 37 years.  He was a bowler for many years and was a member of the South Bend Bowling Hall of Fame. He also participated in his later years in the Senior Olympics and has many gold medals to his...