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Continued from page 1 in Chicago and the Midwest. Gary was transferred to Washington, D.C., in 1997, and served as a national program manager and director of the executive information unit, where he developed electronic intelligence aiding in the identification of criminal organizations. Following the creation of the Department of Homeland Security, he was a member of the transition team that created what is now known as Homeland Security Investigations. He also served as the interim chief information officer for immigration and customs enforcement before returning to Chicago as the deputy special agent for office of investigation/ Homeland Security investigations in Auguat 2004. He was selected as the special agent in charge in 2008.

Over his federal law enforcement career, he was selected for specialized projects leveraging his expertise in the areas of budgetary finance, leadership, organizational change, and law enforcement. He often served temporarily in capacities related to headquarters operations and special events.

In addition to participating in a review of financial systems geared toward improving administrative business processes, he served as acting deputy assistant director for the Financial Crimes and Gang Enforcement Division and later as acting deputy assistant director for operations. He served as the deputy federal security coordinator for Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis in 2012 and the federal security coordinator for the Indianapolis 500 in 2014 and 2015. From June 2013 to October 2015, he led a $450 million development effort to modernize HSI’s intelligence and case management systems on behalf of the agency.

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Louis J. Horvath, 100, passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023.

Louis was born in South Bend on Dec. 10, 1922, to the late John and Rose (Katona) Horvath. On March 24, 1963, in First United Methodist Church, he married the former Weddad (Siade) Horvath, who preceded him in death on May 16, 2015. Surviving are many nieces and nephews.

Louis proudly served in the United States Army during Word War II as a paratrooper. He worked at Bendix Corporation in South Bend until his retirement. He worked on the electronics part of the Talos missile guidance system. He enjoyed golfing, watching sports, especially the Chicago Cubs, and going on daily long walks with his wife.

Louis will be laid to rest in Fairview Cemetery next to his wife, Weddad.

Hahn Funeral Home has been entrusted with handling the final arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Louis’ memory to Center for Hospice, 501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545 or Veterans of Foreign War 360, 1307 E. Jefferson Blvd., Mishawaka, IN 46545.

To leave an online condolence or to share a memory, please visit www.hahnfuneralhomes.com or Hahn Funeral Home Facebook page.

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Raymond “Buddy” Lewis Balogh Jr., 67, Nappanee, passed peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2023, in Wakarusa.

He was born March 13, 1956, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Raymond L. Balogh Sr. and Grace (Wozniak) Balogh.

He is survived by his siblings, Ray (Sharon) Balogh, Gary (Jeanne) Balogh, Rick (Terye) Balogh and Wendy (Lloyd Bradshaw) Balogh; daughter, Lindsey (Joe) Meszaros; sisters-in-law, Georganna Balogh and Patty Balogh; nieces, Klara Balogh, Amanda Balogh, Becca Diaz, Sara (Zach Telschow) Balogh and Elizabeth Balogh; nephews, Hondo (Lindsey) Balogh, Ben Balogh, Andrew Balogh, Robby (Hailey) Balogh and Mike (Reiko) Balogh; grand-niece, Jade Balogh; grand-nephews, Andre Diaz and Sebastian Balogh and Patrick and Westley Balogh; grandsons, William, Andrew and Harrison Meszaros; and his close friend, Diane Miklosh.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Grace; his stepmother, Joyce Balogh; his brother, Frank Balogh; niece, Sonia Balogh; and Lindsey’s mother, Sue Beadle.

He went to Suburban Bethlehem Elementary, graduated from Northrop High School (1973) in Fort Wayne and went to college at IUFW. He attended Valparaiso University Law School in 1977. He worked as a law clerk for Judge Donald Jones in Elkhart County. He practiced law for more than 20 years. He served as head of emergency management under Mayor Dave Miller.

Writing was his true passion. He wrote for the Elkhart Truth starting in 2017 and transitioned to The Papers Inc. in Milford, where he worked for the last 9 1/2 years. He was the author of the book “Biblical Reflections,” as well as coauthoring and editing several more books with colleagues, friends and his brother, Ray.

He was a forever fan of Cleveland sports. He loved baseball and played vintage baseball for the Elkhart County Railroaders. He played fast-pitch softball for many years with his father on the team Ray’s Northcrest Marathon. He was also integral in bringing the minor league team, The Miracle, to Elkhart County.

Bud felt called to serve in Mississippi after Hurricane Katrina. There he spent time organizing a cleanup and restoration of a women’s college. He always remembered this time and his service there fondly. He was an active member at Christian Center Church in South Bend, leading adult Bible studies.

He was known for his quick wit, wordsmithing, caring nature and strong faith.

Visitation for Bud will be held from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, July 27, at Hartzler-Gutermuth-Inman Funeral Home in Elkhart. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 28, with visitation an hour prior to the service at Faith Lutheran Church in Goshen.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Rose Garden Recovery Community in Syracuse, where he served as board president.

U.S. Navy Veteran

William M. O’Blenis, 91, Rochester, passed away at 4:44 a.m. Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Hickory Creek of Rochester.

He was born July 27, 1932, in Rochester, the son of Milton Ray and Eva B. (Wolfe) O’Blenis. On Sept. 5, 1951, in Rochester, he married Earline Cloud; she survives.

Mr. O’Blenis was an U.S. Navy veteran serving during the Korean War. He retired from the United States Postal Service and had also operated his own construction business, O’Blenis Construction. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Elk’s Lodge serving as past exalted ruler, Odd Fellows Lodge, American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He enjoyed woodworking, guns and John Deere tractors.

Survivors include his wife, Earline O’Blenis, Rochester; children, Timothy (Sandra) O’Blenis, Rochester, Lisa D. (Steven) Smith, Sedgwick, Kan., and Deena K. (Richard) Smith, Rochester; grandchildren, Karen O’Blenis, Walkerton, Jennifer O’Blenis, Mishawaka, Stacey (Steven) Heinzman, Rochester, Aaron (Kalyn) Ranstead, Rochester, Cory (Jennifer) Smith, Rochester, Mich., and Michael (Minori) Smith, Houston, Texas; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Alvena Mollencupp.

Private services are planned. Burial will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Shirley G. Caseley

Shirley G. Caseley, 79, Star City, died Wednesday, July 26, 2023, in Winamac, in the presence of her family.

At Shirley’s request no services will be scheduled.

Online condolences may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Alan F. Keiser, 54, Kewanna, died unexpectedly Saturday, July 22, 2023, at his residence.

He was born on July 14, 1969.

He is survived by his wife, Rebecca A. Keiser, Kewanna; children, Natasha (Josh) Davis, Angelica (Devin) Daugherty, Becca Keiser (Codey Dalka), Alan F. Keiser II and Jessica Hope (TJ) Redlin; 12 grandchildren and one on the way; siblings, Harold “Bud” (Bonny) Keiser, Donny (Val) Keiser, Gwen Adams, Melody (Martin) O’Bryant, Gidget (Glenn) Booth, Ty (Shannon) Brody, Kathy Brody Ballinger, Connie Keiser, Carrie Keiser, Jay Keiser, Chucky Keiser and Cindney Keiser; mother and father-in-law, Deborah and Billy Crider; brothers-in-law, Brian Hurt, Jerry Hurt and Jimmy Mosley; and sister-in-law, Melissa Hurt.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Keiser and Marlene (Zulegar) Childers; sister, Kathy Brody; and sister-in law, Crystal Mullins.

Services were held Monday, July 31, in Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Metzger Chapel, Kewanna. Interment was in the Citizens IOOF Cemetery, Kewanna.

Online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

Tommie L. Lemke, 76, died Sunday, July 23, 2023, in Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. She was born on Nov. 3, 1946. On Nov. 27, 1964, she married Robert J. Lemke; who preceded her in death on Dec. 2018.

She is survived by her daughter, Deborah (Barry) Woodward, Plymouth; sisters, Barbara (Jack) Smelser, Phoenix, Ariz., Peggy (John) Middleton, Springfield, Miss., Mary Elliott, Sebring, Fla.; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Juanita (Sexton) Sprinkle.

A graveside service will take place at a later date in the National Memorial Cemetery, Phoenix, Ariz.

Arnold Richie

Arnold Richie, 88, North Judson, died Thursday, July 27, 2023, in Winamac.

He was born July 28, 1934.

On Dec. 24, 1954 he married Hazel Caudill; she survives.

He is also survived by his daughters, Rhonda Kletz, Francesville, Gale (Chuck) Forman, Constatine, Mich.; son, Guy (Sherry) Richie, North Judson; nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

He was also preceded in death by parents, Zack and Polly Richie; brothers, William, Henry, Edward, Pierce and Alex Richie; sisters, Armenda Danti, Alice Kajer, Daisy Marshall and Naomi Miller.

Services were held Monday, July 31, in Braman & Bailey Funeral Home, North Judson, with Rev. Art Good officiating. Interment took place following the funeral service in the Highland Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Kids Closet, North Judson or the Starke County Humane Society.

Daniel Schmicker, 53, Buffalo, died Saturday, July 22, 2023.

He was born on Oct. 19, 1969.

He is survived by his fiancee, Regina Sowder, Buffalo; sons, Zachary (Brianna) Schmicker, Lucerne, Aaron (Samantha) Heims, Monon, Dalton (April) Sowder, Monticello, Blake Sowder, Winamac; daughter, Danielle (John) Conway, LaPorte; five grandchildren; brothers, Tom (Mary Beth) Schmicker, Winamac, Tim (Rochelle) Schmicker, Winamac, Ted (Erin Brugh) Schmicker, Logansport, Tobe Schmicker, Winamac, Tony (Michelle) Schmicker, Crossville, Tenn., Todd (Michelle) Schmicker, Winamac, John (Kelly) Schmicker, Winamac, Rob (Teri) Schmicker, Winamac; sisters, Anne Holbrook, Winamac, Lenora (Doug) Hoover, Star City, Mary (Marc) Schultz, Fort Wayne, Teresa (Todd) Fleece, Marion; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Louis “Bob” and Mildred Barbara Weaver Schmicker; son, Cody Heims; nephew, Brandon Suter; and a brother-in-law, Kenny “ Hot Rod” Holbrook.

Private funeral services will be held. Interment will take place at St. Peter’s Cemetery, Winamac.

Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Thomas

Lee “Toby”

Williams, 46, Winamac , died on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, in his home.

He was born on Sept. 30, 1976.

He is survived by his father, John H. Williams, Winamac; sister, Jeanette (Steve) Cooper, Enterprise, Ala.; brothers, Leonard “Frankie” Williams, Winamac, Frank Thompson, Elkhart, Terry Howerton, Lafayette; several nieces and nephews; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley A. (Thompson) Williams; a brother, Johnny Williams; infant sister, Donna Sue Williams. No Services will be held.

Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Cremation Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary,Winamac.

Wanda Sue Moss, 73, Winamac, died Thursday, July 27, 2023, in Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

She was born on March 1, 1950.

She is survived by her sons, James L. (Amanda) Moss, Jr., Timothy N. Moss; four grandchildren; two greatgrandchildren; mother, Irene Coldiron; sisters, Carol Davis, Ruth (Mike) Toosley, Ruby Coldiron; brother, Gary (Patty) Coldiron; sister-in-law, Deb Coldiron; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her infant son, Johnny L. Moss; brothers, Terry Coldiron and Larry Coldiron.

Visitation will be from 1-3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4, in Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Private Burial will take place in Winamac Cemetery, Winamac.

Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Cremation Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Robert Joseph Struck

Robert (Bob, RJ) Joseph Struck, 86, died at 9:44 p.m. Thursday, July 27, 2023.

He was born on July 28, 1936. On Nov. 23, 1957, he married Roberta Barnhisel.

They started a family, Dyanne (Rick)

Fivecoate (deceased), Kim (Lester) Walden, Lynda (Jeff) Shrock, Dennis Struck, Kary (Mason) Kuhn; nine grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; siblings, Stephen, Dolly, John, Marie, Bill, Sue, Joe, Eleanor and Irene.

Funeral service will take place at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 4, in Hartzler

Funeral Home, 305 W. Rochester St., Akron, with Michael Barnhisel officiating. Interment will take place following the service in the Gaerte Cemetery with graveside military honors performed.

Visitation hours will be held from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3, in Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron.

Bob was honored to be a part of an Honor Flight with his daughter. Donations can be made in his memory to help others at Honor Flight Northeast Indiana P.O. Box 5, Huntertown, Ind. 46748 or the Miami County 4-H Counsel.

Share a memory or an online condolence at www.hartzlerfuneralservices. com.