Joseph E. Richards
April 13, 1970 – April 12, 2019

Joseph E. Richards was born on April 13th, 1970 in Mishawaka, Indiana. Son of the late Thomas Richards, and wife Carol. He is survived by his brother, Edward Richards, and his niece Nichole Sao of Mishawaka and nephew Corie Richards of Elkhart. The love of his life being Muscle Cars “Mopar” earning him the nickname of “Hemi Joe” You could always find him in his shop tinkering on his next project, or on his way to the next swap meet. Always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. He passed peacefully away April 12, 2019, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center with loved ones and friends by his side. He will be greatly missed. There will be no visitation or services; the family is honoring Joseph’s wishes to be cremated. A service will be held at a later date at Fairview Cemetery. Bubb Funeral Chapel assisted the family with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Dennis K. Dale
December 16, 1943 – April 12, 2019

Dennis K. Dale, 75, of Elkhart, passed away at his home on Friday, April 12, 2019. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Victoria L. Dale…one son, Brian A. Dale, of Corydon, IN and two granddaughters, Mallory D. Dale and Meghan E. Dale, both of Ferdinand, IN. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Roger R. Dale.

Dennis was born December 16, 1943 to Cecil E. and Leona K. Dale. Dennis served as a Business Representative for Local 150 of the International Union of Operating Engineers, District #6 for 17 years. Additionally, Dennis was a Past President of the Local 150 Operating Engineers State Branch Council, Vice President of the Indiana State Building Trades Council and Secretary/Treasurer of the St. Joseph Valley Building & Construction Trades Council. Dennis served as a Trustee of the AFL-CIO Council and was a Board Member of the Elkhart Urban Enterprise Association. For his service and dedication to the members of Local 150, Dennis was honored with the Sagamore of the Wabash award by the State of Indiana.

Dennis was a member of the Calvary United Methodist Church in Elkhart.

Dennis was an avid golfer and treasured time spent with his family and friends.

A memorial service for Dennis K. Dale will take place at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday April 18, 2019 at Bubb Funeral Chapel in Mishawaka. Friends may visit the family from 10:00a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the FaithMission in Elkhart.

René Irene Niswonger
November 19, 1965 – April 10, 2019

René Irene Niswonger53, of East 5th Street, Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away at her home on Wednesday, April 10th, 2019. She was born in Blue Island, Illinois on November 19th, 1965 to Terrence and Ruby (Guess) Heatherly who both preceded her in death. René is survived by her four daughters: Amanda Heatherly, Samantha Niswonger, Laura Niswonger and Krystal (Alex) Niswonger . Also surviving are her brothers and sisters, Richard (Darlene) Heatherly, Michael (Eloise) Heatherly, Debra (Thomas) Simon, Patty Heatherly, Terrence (Dee) Heatherly, Joseph Heatherly and Jacqueline (Rick) Majors along with many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Two grandchildren, Noah and Jacob also survive. Funeral services for René will be held at Bubb Funeral Chapel, 3910 North Main Street, Mishawaka on Tuesday April 16th, 2019 at 2:00pm. Friends will be received from 12:00pm until the time of the services on Tuesday.

Mary M. Horvath
March 29, 1955 – April 8, 2018

Mary M. Horvath, 64, of South Bend, IN., passed away on Monday, April 8, 2019 after a short illness.

Mary was born on March 29, 1955 in South Bend to Richard and Jane (Lingenfelter) Kabzinski.On February 9, 1980 in South Bend, Mary married Joseph Horvath. Joseph survives along with a daughter, Allisea Horvath, Mary’s siblings, Rickie (Norb) Rybicki, Kathy Fain, Debbie (Dan) Carrico, Tommy (Donna) Boyd, Robert (Shirley) Kabzinski, Richard (Jill) Kabzinski and Cathy (Doug) Reed.Mary was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Oralee Kabzinski and a brother, Greg Boyd.

Mary retired from St. Joseph Catholic School in Mishawaka after 18 years of service working as a teacher’s aid and office secretary. Mary was an avid bowler for many years.

Visitation for Mary will be on Friday, April 12, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Bubb Funeral Chapel, 3910 N. Main Street, Mishawaka with a service starting at 2:00 p.m. Father Terry Fisher will officiate the services. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75231 or to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123. A luncheon will take place following the service at Bowler’s Country Club, 55839 Pine Road, South Bend, IN 46619.

Verta Ann Fischer

March 21, 1926 – April 8, 2019

Verta Ann Fischer, 93, died on Monday, April 8, 2019, with her daughter by her side in Carmel, Indiana, from natural causes. Ann was born in England, Arkansas, on March 21, 1926, to parents Harley and Nora.  Ann was preceded in death by her five siblings: Amual, Ody, Ray, Audrey, and Doyle. Ann lost her brother Ody in World War II and her baby brother Doyle in the Korean War.

Ann met her husband Max at a VFO dance hall, and they married on January 5, 1951, at Max’s parents’ home in Schererville, Indiana.

After briefly living in California and Iowa, they settled in the South Bend area.  Ann was preceded in death by her husband Max in 2009 and her son Terry in 2015. She is survived by her daughter, Pam Fischer, of Indianapolis, Indiana; grandson Matt (Jenni) Fischer, of Nappanee, Indiana, and great granddaughters Allison and Olivia; granddaughter Katie Fischer, of Chicago, Illinois; granddaughter Sarah (Clayton) Tubbs of Elkhart, Indiana, and great granddaughters Lilly and Alexa; and daughter-in-law, Deb Fischer, of Nappanee, Indiana.

Ann was an avid bridge player and loved to read. Ann frequented the library multiple days a week and instilled a love of reading in her children Terry and Pam; Pam credits her mom’s passion for reading as the reason she became a high school English teacher.

All who know Ann noted her style and grace; she took a keen interest in fashion and was notorious for her designer bags.  To the end, Ann carried herself with tremendous dignity. She was a true southern belle.

Ann’s life will be celebrated on Saturday, April 13, 2019, with a calling at 10:00 a.m. followed by a funeral at 11:00 a.m. at Bubb Funeral Chapel on 3910 N Main Street, Mishawaka, Indiana, 46545, with a procession to St. Joseph Memorial Park where she will be laid to rest by her husband’s side in the mausoleum.

A heartfelt thanks to the staff in the Bridge to Recovery at The Forum in Indianapolis, Indiana, who took such care with Ann in her final three years as her health declined.  They preserved her dignity, and her family will be forever grateful for their care of Ann. Memorials in Ann’s name may be given to The Forum at the Crossing Staff Appreciation Fund at 8505 Woodfield Crossing Blvd, Indianapolis, IN, 46240.