All Obituaries

Gwendolyn Rochelle Brady of South Bend, Indiana departed from this life on July 5, 2020 at 12:15 p.m. in Memorial Hospital. Gwendolyn’s life began on January 6, 1959 in South Bend when she was born to Ruthie (Wright) and James Brady. She was employed in community work in South Bend. She leaves to mourn her loss, a son, Anthony Brady of South Bend, Indiana; her mother, Ruthie Brady of Chicago, Illinois; grandchildren: Anthony Brady Jr., Aniah Brady, Ayden Brady, and...

Randal W. Byrd, 75, of Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2020. Arrangements are pending.

Today we pause to honor the life and legacy of community servant, Tajuanna LaNette (Ponnie) Norris a loving daughter, mother, and grandmother who tragically left this life on June 28, 2020. Ponnie was born on January 25, 1973, to Regina Morrell and Robert Norris. Ponnie was a lifelong resident of South Bend, Indiana who graduated from LaSalle High School. Ponnie would go on to receive an Associate's Degree in cosmetology from Vouge Beauty College and then became a Certified Medical...

Born November 22, 1955, in South Bend, Indiana, to father, Rogers, and mother, Geraldine Johnson, who both preceded her in death. She departed this life on June 28, 2020, from natural causes. Cheryl was a lifelong resident of South Bend, where she grew up on the West Side of town and graduated from Central High School. She was the backbone of her family and the life of any party, both of which she enjoyed being. She also loved laughing, spending time with her family, and cooking their...

Albert L. Jones, 77, of  South Bend, Indiana, passed away on June 25, 2020.  He had a King’s departure from Earth to Heaven, surrounded by his loving family with praise and worship. Born December 13, 1942 in Memphis, Tennessee, he was the son of Lorene Graham and Frank Jones Jr. Albert was married to Janet (DeBerry) Jones on August 24, 1968, a marriage of over 50 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Janet; their four children: Olevia...

Mr. George E. Matthews was born on August 24, 1959, in St. Louis, Missouri to Mr. And Mrs. Matthews who preceded him in death. George moved and resided in South Bend, Indiana where he met and married Helen Henderson on August 14, 1974.  She preceded him in death.  Four children were born to this union: Cynthia Collier (Willie) of Marietta, Georgia, and Donna Bermuder (Julio) of South Bend, Indiana, who both survive, Mary Jean Scott and Eugene Hoskin preceded him in...

Lottie B. Brownlee, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend of so many, departed this life on June 7, 2020, at the age of 84. Lottie was born on October 5, 1935, in Tyronza, Arkansas to the union of Jake and Clide “Patsy” (Tyler) Thomas. Lottie accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Cherry Beam Missionary Baptist Church in Tyronza, Arizona. She attended Tyronza Consolidated and later Marked Tree public schools. Lottie met...

Myrine Harris was born on September 29, 1930, to Pat Mentor and Ethel Lee Doss Rogers. She is the mother of five Daughters and one Son. Myrine is affectionately known as Rene, My, Mama, and Granny. Prior to moving to South Bend, Indiana Myrine resided in Dallas, Texas. Shortly after moving to Indiana Myrine Harris married Gloster Harris. Myrine and Gloster remained married for 39 years until his home-going. She loved God and was a member of New Life Fellowship Ministry...

Missionary Mary Lee Fulce was born on April 29, 1925 in Leland, Mississippi to Rosie Lee and Ollie Drumond. She departed this life on June 5, 2020 at the age of 95 at Holy Cross Rehabilitation and Wellness Facility. Missionary Fulce was a very religious and caring Christian who loved everyone unconditionally and treated everyone with respect. She served as a Missionary at the Wayside Church of God in COGIC, Elder Lockhart, Emmanual COGIC, Elder Coates and her current membership at Miracle...

On June 5, 2020, Bishop Simon Samuel Tabb, 90, passed away in his residence to be with the Lord. Bishop Tabb was born on February 14, 1930 in Jackson, Mississippi. He was the fourth of 10 children to Simon Peter and Lenola McCoy Tabb. We acknowledge one adopted son. In 1933 they moved to Jasper, Alabama. There, he was called to preach at an early age under the leadership of Pastor S. H. Netters. As a young child, after the death of his father, his mother and siblings settled in St....