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Robert W. Conrad

Robert W. Conrad

May 30, 2026

Robert W. Conrad, 96, Naples, and formerly of Goshen, Indiana, died Saturday, May 30, 2026 at a care center he had lived in the past two years.

Conrad was a longtime reporter and editor for The Goshen News until his retirement.

A memorial service will take place at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home in Goshen, Indiana, on Monday, June 22, 2026. The family will...

Kay Marlys Deolyn Cripe

Kay Marlys Deolyn Cripe

Mar 22, 2026

Kay Marlys Deolyn Cripe (nee Pederson) passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

She was born a preemie baby on June 20, 1934, in Wahpeton, North Dakota, to Lawrence August and Esther (Blumer) Pederson. The doctor didn’t expect her to live, but her dad took one look at her and said,...

Teresita Diaz

Teresita Diaz

Jun 18, 2026

Teresita Diaz, 72, Goshen, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Indiana Health University Hospital in Indianapolis.

She was born April 24, 1954, in San Antonio, Texas, to Jose and Nestora (Estrada) Hernandez.

Surviving are children Jose M. Diaz, Sonia (Steve) Williams, Mike (April) Diaz, Mark Diaz, and Christina (Michael) Cline, all of Goshen; former husband Manuel S. Diaz, Goshen; grandchildren...

Yuliya Miroshnichenko

Yuliya Miroshnichenko

Jun 15, 2026

Yuliya Miroshnichenko, 44, died Monday, June 15, 2026 from injuries sustained in an auto accident.

She was born April 24, 1982 in Lugansk, Ukraine to Pavel Sazhnev and Vera Sohnenko.

They survive along with her husband Yevgeniy “Eugene” Miroshnichenko, a daughter, Dariya and sons, Nikita, Iliya, and Aleksey, all at home.

Preceding her in death, an infant son Alex.

Other survivors include five sisters,...

Patricia "Pepper" Haarer

Patricia "Pepper" Haarer

Jun 15, 2026

Patricia “Pepper” Haarer, 79, died Monday, June 15, 2026, at Brentwood Assisted Living in Elkhart, where she had been for the last 3 years.

She was born on March 19, 1947, in Collins, Indiana, to Courtney and Mary (Allen) Parks.

Pepper married Richard L. Haarer in Columbia City, on May 15, 1971. He passed away on January 30, 2013.

Surviving Patricia are daughter,...

Neil B. Graves

Neil B. Graves

Jun 13, 2026

Neil B. Graves, 77, of Goshen, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on June 8, 1949, in Bedford, Indiana, to the late Herman and Juanita (Brown) Graves.

On April 15, 1983, Neil married Susan (Schrock) Graves in Goshen, sharing 43 years of marriage and building a beautiful life...

Susan B. Ogle

Susan B. Ogle

Jun 11, 2026

Susan “Sue” Bea Ogle, 75, of Goshen, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026 after an extended illness. Sue was born on December 2, 1950, in Goshen, Indiana, to Harvey O. Elder and Bonnie D. (Sinner) Elder.

A lifelong resident of the Goshen area, Sue was known for her big laugh and commitment to her family. She attended Goshen High...

Catherine R. Albert

Catherine R. Albert

Jun 10, 2026

Catherine R. Albert, age 72, of Wakarusa, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, surrounded by her family.

She was born on November 17, 1953, in Elkhart to Carl Long and Norma (Pfaller) LeCount. Catherine grew up in the area and graduated from Goshen High School.

Catherine was a woman who found immense joy in the simple things in life....

Kathryn D. Rohn

Kathryn D. Rohn

Jun 8, 2026

Kathryn D. Rohn, 77, of Goshen died at her son’s home on Monday, June 8, 2026 while she was receiving hospice care.

She was born October 15, 1948 in Goshen to Everett Perrin and Marjorie (Miller) Perrin.

She is survived by a son, Lyndal “Lee” (Wendy) Rohn, Goshen; grandchildren, Nathan Rohn, Anna Rohn and Jacob (fiancé Alyssa Mast) Rohn; and three siblings,...

Michael "Smiley" Wright

Michael "Smiley" Wright

Jun 8, 2026

Michael Brian Wright, age 50, of Goshen, Indiana, unexpectedly passed away on June 8, 2026. While our hearts are broken by this loss, we are grateful for the years, memories, laughter, and love he shared with all who knew him.

Born on November 27, 1975, in Evergreen, Colorado, Michael was the beloved son of Raymond and Bonnie (Gentry) Wright. He lived...

Douglas "Doug" L. Dispennett

Douglas "Doug" L. Dispennett

Jun 5, 2026

AS OF 6/15/2026 SERVICES FOR DOUG ARE POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE, DUE TO OTHER FAMILY HEALTH ISSUES. UPDATES WILL BE POSTED AS THEY BECOME AVAILABLE.

Douglas “Doug” L. Dispennett, 72, passed away with family by his side on Friday, June 5, 2026, at University Hospital in Indianapolis after a two-and-a-half-year battle with cancer.

He was born on July 6, 1953, in Goshen,...

Judy Jarrett

Judy Jarrett

Jun 5, 2026

Judy Stucky Jarrett passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 14, 1946, to Laura (Bachman) and James C. “Jim” Stucky.

Judy lived much of her life in Syracuse, graduating from Syracuse High School in 1964. After attending Ball State, Judy became a stewardess with American Airlines, retiring as a flight attendant after...

Tonia Kidd

Tonia Kidd

Jun 4, 2026

Tonia Kidd, 86, of Elkhart, passed away on June 4, 2026.

She was born on May 25, 1940, in Stanislauchick, Ukraine, to Ivan and Fedora “Dora” (Demerza) Zahursky.

Tonia is survived by her son, Steve Borzeniatow; her grandchildren, Shera Hershberger, Dalton Roose, Mason (Melissa) Borzeniatow, and Megan (DeVon) Johnson; her sisters, Zina (Bill) Smith and Nadia (Bill) Wegehoft; seven great-grandchildren, with one...

Craig G. Erickson

Craig G. Erickson

Jun 1, 2026

 Craig G. Erickson, 83, of Middlebury died Monday, June 1, 2026, at Goshen Hospital.

He was born September 16, 1942, in Poplar, Montana to George Lloyd Erickson and Ida Mae (Holland) Erickson. They preceded him in death along with a brother, Steve Erickson.

In 1964 he married LeAnn Hruby in Morris, Minnesota.

She survives along with three children, Michelle Hayes, Indianapolis, Shawn Erickson,...

Patrick Grant Miller

Patrick Grant Miller

May 30, 2026

On the last weekend of May, Patrick Grant Miller, 41, transitioned peacefully out of this life. Patrick was born on June 8th, 1984, as a beautiful redheaded baby. From a young age, he was known for his quick mind, deep curiosity, informed wit, and love for mischief. A natural born leader, Pat was known throughout his neighborhood for his adventurous...

Larry A. "Red" Miller

Larry A. "Red" Miller

May 27, 2026

Larry A. “Red” Miller, formerly of Goshen, passed away on the morning of May 27, 2026, in Indianapolis. He was born on October 4, 1941, in Goshen, to Paul B and Maryellen (Kowatch) Miller. Larry is survived by a brother, Lynn (Judy) Miller; niece Megan E. (Shaun) Wilson; nephew Robert P. (Trysha) Miller; and 4 great-nephews, Joshua, Avery, Bennett, and...

Stanislaw “Stan” Pohybko

Stanislaw “Stan” Pohybko

May 26, 2026

Stanislaw “Stan” Pohybko, 78, of Goshen passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Center for Hospice Care, Esther’s House, Elkhart.

He was born May 10, 1948 in Hamburg, Germany to Gregory and Anna (Lacik) Pohybko. They preceded him in death.

Survivors include a daughter, Natasha (Andrew) Pohybko Wood of Bexhill on Sea, England; his beloved grandchildren, Roman and Rocco Pohybko Wood,...

Elmer A. Wall

Elmer A. Wall

May 26, 2026



Elmer Alvin Wall was born October 30, 1929, son of Abram D. and Mary (Hiebert) Wall in Mountain Lake, Minnesota.

Elmer grew up on a farm and attended a wonderful one-room country school. He graduated from Mountain Lake High School in 1947. He furthered his education by attending Bethel College, North Newton, KS, and Goshen Biblical Seminary where he received his...

Betty D. Stutsman

Betty D. Stutsman

May 24, 2026

Betty D. Stutsman, 98, of Goshen, peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026 surrounded by her family.

She was born December 24, 1927, in Goshen to Clarence and Wilma (Bunger) Gouker.

On June 22, 1947, she married the love of her life, Richard J. Stutsman, in Goshen. Together they shared 67 years of marriage until his passing in August of 2015.

Betty...

Marie Slaga

Marie Slaga

May 24, 2026

In Loving Memory of Marie Therese Slaga May 5, 1934 – May 24, 2026

With deep love and gratitude for a beautiful life lived, the family of Marie T. Slaga, age 92, of Goshen, Indiana, announces her peaceful passing on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Greencroft Healthcare.

Born on May 5, 1934, in Utica, New York, Marie was the beloved daughter of...

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