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...

Frances Hojnacki, 102, passed away at 9:10am Thursday, April 26, 2018 in Hospice House.   Frances was born on January 2, 1916 in South Bend to Stephen and Bertha (Brahlick) Hornyak.  She was a school crossing guard who loved animals, children, bingo, gardening and was a wonderful cook and baker.  Frances never had a surgery during her lengthy lifetime.  On August 24, 1934 in South Bend she married Eugene A. Hojnacki.  He died on August 11,...

Constance R. “Connie” Paszli, 77, of South Bend passed away at 4:35pm Saturday, April 28, 2018, under hospice care.   Connie was born on October 16, 1940 in Gary, Indiana to the late Earl and Oma Hazel (Ausenbaugh) Six.  She married John V. Paszli on January 24, 1959; they celebrated 50 years until his death in 2009.  Connie was also preceded in death by a youngest son Russell Allen Paszli, and sister Marlene Six.   Surviving...

Betty Medich-Barker, 92, passed away at 7:25am Thursday, April 19, 2018 in Hospice House.   Betty was born on August 18, 1925 in South Bend to George and Mary (Murial) Medich.  She was employed by American Chain and Cable and Bendix.  Betty was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Serbian Orthodox Church, was President of its Ladies Auxiliary, member of the Eastern Star #594 and a 1944 Riley High School graduate.  On April 16, 1955 she married Fredrick...

Anthony Perusich, 87, passed away Sunday, April 22, 2018 in his residence.   Anthony was born on June 4, 1930 in South Bend to Albert and Elizabeth (Kuzmich) Perusich. He was a lifetime member of St. Anthony’s Society where he enjoyed bowling for many years. Tony retired from South Bend Water Works, and was a United States Navy veteran serving during the Korean War.  He loved Notre Dame Football, golfing, gardening and especially his grandchildren.  On...