Mishler Funeral Homes

03/30/2026

The team at Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center is here to guide you with care, whether you need help now or want to plan ahead.
📍 Milford: (574) 658-4197
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03/27/2026

Have you shared your wishes with your family?
Join us for a relaxed, informative workshop designed to help you understand your options and plan with confidence.

03/23/2026

Raymond E. Cox

Raymond E. Cox, 85, of Bremen, passed away at 6:06 am, Sunday, March 22, 2026 in Memorial Hospital. Ray was born on October 3, 1940 in Bremen to the late Floyd and Deloris (Sauer) Cox.

He is survived by his wife, Donna Cox of Bremen, seven children: Tami (Greg) Copenhaver of Mishawaka, Peni (Lawrence) Lippert of Bloomington, IN, Dale (Maggie) Denham of Mishawaka, Gary (Jeremiah) Cox of Mishawaka, Dave (Lisa) Cox of Bremen, Doug (Kerrie) Neal of Downer’s Grove, IL and Jerry Neal of South Bend; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister: Helen (Carl) Moser of Bremen. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Barbara Cox; son, Brent Cox; sister, Shirley Hoover and grandsons, William Sandoval and Joshua Campbell.

Visitation will be held from 12:00-2:00 pm, Friday, March 27, 2026 in Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen. A graveside service will immediately follow at the Bremen Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the family to help with funeral expenses.

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03/23/2026

Making your wishes known now can make all the difference later—have you had that conversation?

03/20/2026

🍀 Sharing a Little Joy 🍀
Congratulations to our St. Patrick’s Day giveaway winner!
Thank you to everyone who joined in—we appreciate being part of such a thoughtful and supportive community.

03/19/2026

Did you know cremation still allows for a full, meaningful service?
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03/17/2026

HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY ☘️
Wishing you a day filled with
peace, kindness, and a little luck.

03/16/2026

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Giveaway – Milford Location! 🍀
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03/13/2026

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Giveaway – Milford Location! 🍀
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03/12/2026

Cheryl K. Bellman

Cheryl K. Bellman, 78, of Bremen, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 in Elkhart General Hospital. She was born on December 2, 1947 in Bremen to Aurthur, Jr and Dorothy (Hanshew) Hardy. On August 7, 1965, she married James W. Bellman in Bremen Baptist Church. He passed away on March 10, 2026.

She is survived by three children: James “Jamie” (Amy) Bellman, Bryan (Kristin) Bellman and Kari Bellman, all of Bremen; six grandchildren: Carson (Bess) Bellman of San Diego, CA, Claire (Colton) Story of Danville, IL, Cannon Bellman of Bremen, Madelyn Bellman of Bremen, Laney Bellman of Bremen, and Morgan (Ian Shriner) Smith of Bremen and two great grandchildren: Braxton and Wrenley Shriner. She is also survived by a stepmother: Dolores Hardy of Mishawaka, sister: Vicki Maust of South Bend and brother: Matt (Marilyn) Hardy of Washington State. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and two brothers: Dennis and David Hardy.

She loved the Lord and her family beyond words. Cherie has always been very involved in Bremen Missionary Church where she played piano for several years. Always first to volunteer to help others in any way possible. She was never one to be in the public eye, yet always the one behind the scenes to make certain things went as perfectly as possible. This same approach carried over to their success of Bellman Oil Co. that she co-founded with her husband, Jim.

In her spare time, she made it a point to never miss an event of her children or grandchildren. She was always willing to share her love of music and singing with all of the kids. When one of them took an interest, Grandma was the biggest supporter.

She always took great pride in her home and her landscaping which carried over to her second home in Florida. Here is where she fell in love with searching and collecting sea shells and long boat rides with her family. She and Jim became experts in finding dolphins and learning how to get them to follow along on their boat rides.

Visitation will be held from 3:00-8:00 pm, Friday, March 13, 2026, in Bremen Missionary Church, 2958 Elm Rd., Bremen. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Bremen Missionary Church with Pastor Kurt Litwiller officiating. Burial will follow in Bremen Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be made to: Bremen Missionary c/o Church Youth & Children Ministries, 2958 Elm Rd, P.O. Box 122, Bremen, IN 46506.

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03/11/2026

James W. Bellman

James Wesley Bellman, 79, of Bremen, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 in Waterford Crossing of Goshen. Jim was born on June 26, 1946, in Sturgis, MI to the late Rev. Jesse and Nettie (Rouch) Bellman. On August 7, 1965, he married Cherly K. Hardy in Bremen Baptist Church.

He is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl of Bremen; three children: James “Jamie” (Amy) Bellman, Bryan (Kristin) Bellman and Kari Bellman, all of Bremen; six grandchildren: Carson (Bess) Bellman of San Diego, CA, Claire (Colton) Story of Danville, IL, Cannon Bellman of Bremen, Madelyn Bellman of Bremen, Laney Bellman of Bremen, and Morgan (Ian Shriner) Smith of Bremen and two great grandchildren: Braxton and Wrenley Shriner. He is also survived by two siblings: Mark (Janet) Bellman of Bremen and Joyce-Scott of Mishawaka. He is preceded in death by his parents and four siblings.

He loved the Lord, his family and his church. A lifetime local businessman and founder of Bellman Oil Co., Jim was always willing to volunteer for leadership and public servant roles that included several positions within the church, volunteer fire department, The Gideons and numerous roles within clubs and business circles. Personal interests have always included drag racing, snowmobiling and Lake Michigan fishing. An avid member of South Haven Steelheaders and a Hall of Fame member of the Hoosier Coho Club with his Break Time fishing team. He always enjoyed sharing his pride in each of children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 3:00-8:00 pm, Friday, March 13, 2026, in Bremen Missionary Church, 2958 Elm Rd., Bremen. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Bremen Missionary Church with Pastor Kurt Litwiller officiating. Burial will follow in Bremen Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family would like all donations to be made to: Bremen Missionary Church Youth & Children Ministries, 2958 Elm Rd, P.O. Box 122, Bremen, IN 46506.

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