Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home

06/19/2026

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06/17/2026

Christine R. Eaton

Christine R. Eaton, 68, was called home to the Lord on June 15, 2026 at IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis. Born on December 11, 1957 in Rochester, IN, Chris was the daughter of James and Velva (Mollenhour) Rogers.

She graduated from Tippecanoe Valley High School in 1976 and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Manchester University. In 2002, Christine furthered her education by obtaining a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy. This accomplishment marked the beginning of her dedicated career as an occupational therapist, serving at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center and later with the Plymouth Community School Corporation through their JESSE Program.

Family and faith were what meant the most to Chris; she cherished time spent with her children and grandchildren. Whether making memories over the holidays or just spending a weekend together, she was the happiest when she was spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed reading in her quiet time and planning her next trip to Myrtle Beach, one of her favorite places to visit.

Chris was a longtime member of Grace Baptist Church in Plymouth.

Chris is survived by her children, Rachelle Raines, Ryan Eaton, and Kyle Eaton along with their father, Larry Eaton; grandchildren, Bryce, Emily, Kami, Evan, Elizabeth, Emmitt, and Addelynn; and her siblings, Gregory Rogers and Darla Jill Arnett.

She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Velva.

Family will be ready to accept visitors beginning at 12:30PM on Friday, June 19, 2026 at Grace Baptist Church, 1830 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth, IN 46563. Funeral services will be held immediately following at 1PM with Pastor Matthew Elliott officiating.

A private burial will take place at the Rochester IOOF Cemetery in Rochester, IN.

Memorial contributions can be directed to the American Liver Foundation, PO Box 299, West Orange, NJ 07052.

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06/15/2026

Tiofilo L. Mata

Tiofilo L. Mata, 62, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend.

Born on August 20, 1963, in LaPorte, Indiana, he was the son of Marcelino and Maria (Langoria) Mata. In 1989, he married Penny K. Smith, who preceded him in death on January 6, 2000.

Tiofilo was a man who was always on the move. He took pride in being neat, organized, and attentive to every detail of his life. He enjoyed fishing, never missed a Notre Dame football game, and was a tremendous cook—especially when it came to making tacos.

To his family, Tiofilo was an amazing and strong-willed man who fought tirelessly, especially for those he loved. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren, whom he loved dearly, and who adored him in return.

He is survived by his children, Ashley Marie Mata of Charleston, Illinois; Allison Nicole (Andrew) Olivarez of Plymouth; Lachandra Lynn Mata of Bourbon; and Dylan Dean (Ashlee) Mata of Plymouth. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Isabella, Nevaeh, Gavin, Maddix, Kenyon, Alexa, Juelz, Andrew Jr., Kingston, Angelo, and Janaya; his siblings, Marcelino (Lois) Mata Jr., Isabel Mata, and Viola Mata; as well as many beloved nieces and nephews, and his sister-in-laws: Crystal and Tanya.

Tiofilo was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Penny; his siblings, Jose, Juanita, Sylvia, George, Maximino, Ricardo, and Diana; his granddaughter, Angel.

In accordance with the family's wishes, services will be held at a later date.

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06/15/2026

Dennis R. Tkachik

Dennis Tkachik, 76, passed away at his second home on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

Born on June 2, 1950, in Joliet, Illinois, Dennis was the son of John and Pearl (Lacore) Tkachik. He attended Gardner South High School in Wilmington, Illinois.

Dennis worked for 41 as a machinist for R.R. Donnelly in Dwight, Illinois, until his retirement. On June 27, 1995, he married Alice Selner in Reno, Nevada. She survives.

Independence and contentment are two words that best describe Dennis. Welding and machining were trades and skills he learned from his father at an early age, and he proudly carried on that tradition throughout his life. A talented gunsmith, Dennis enjoyed making black powder fi****ms and often devoted himself to his craft before taking time to eat or sleep.

Dennis loved the outdoors and treasured time spent in the wilderness, especially in Missouri and Alaska. Turkey hunting was among his favorite pastimes.

He is survived by his loving wife, Alice Tkachik; his children, Kimberly (Richard Reynolds) Tvrz, Shelia (West) Mason, and Chad (Myra) Hollar; his grandchildren, Justice (Savanah) Tvrz, Kaitlin Kahn, Dominique (Spencer) Sieferman, and Morgan Hollar; great-grandchildren: Mia, Cole, Nova Tvrz; Hannah, Adam, Keaton, Ryland, Elena Siefert; his siblings, Ronald Tkachik and Donna West; and his former wife Diana (Titus) Snow.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his grandsons, Sammy Rash and Hunter Tvrz.

In accordance with the family's wishes, services will be held at a later date.

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06/15/2026

06/14/2026

Happy birthday to the U.S. Army! Thank you to all the servicemen and women who do so much to keep us all safe!

06/12/2026

Today, we celebrate and honor a very special member of the Johnson-Danielson family, Jim Smart, as he begins an exciting new chapter in life.

After years of dedicated service, Jim is retiring and relocating to California to be closer to family and embrace one of life's greatest joys—being a grandparent.

Jim has been much more than a member of our team; he has been a trusted presence in the lives of countless families throughout our community. His compassion, professionalism, and ability to tell each person's unique story with dignity and grace have made a lasting impact on those we serve. He has truly been a staple of both our funeral home and our community.

While we will miss Jim dearly, we are incredibly happy for him as he embarks on this well-earned new adventure. We are deeply grateful for his years of service, friendship, and commitment to helping families honor the lives of their loved ones.

Please join us in thanking Jim for his many contributions and wishing him and his family all the best in California. Congratulations, Jim—you will always be part of the Johnson-Danielson family. ❤️

06/12/2026

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06/09/2026

You may not know all the ins and outs of funeral planning, but that’s okay. Preplanning is about taking the unknown and making it known.

We can help you create a personalized and meaningful tribute that will bring comfort to your family for years to come. What a beautiful and simple gift!

Call today to at 574.936.2829 to schedule a visit with one of our caring and knowledgeable staff members or visit www.johnson-danielson.com/plan-ahead.

06/09/2026

Ruth A. Blystone

Ruth A. Blystone, 74, passed away at home on Sunday, June 7, 2026.

Born on October 17, 1951, in Gary, Indiana, Ruth was the daughter of Joseph and Rose (Carrico) Valovich.

Ruth worked for Miller’s Super Value and later as a cashier for Speedway. She was known for her friendly and outgoing personality and was never afraid to speak her mind. Above all, Ruth was an exceptional listener who offered support, understanding, and encouragement to her family and many friends throughout her life.

Ruth also had a love for Chinese food and considered herself a connoisseur, especially enjoying hot and sour soup and chicken with garlic sauce.

She is survived by her sons, David (Becky) Blystone of Rochester and Jeffrey (Teresa) Blystone of Bremen; her siblings, Joan (Everett) Lee and Tony (Linda) Valovich; and her grandchildren, Jonathan, Benjamin, and Jonah, as well as several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Gloria Kotel and Rose (Bud) Sorg; and her brothers, Joseph Valovich Jr. and Charles Valovich.

In accordance with Ruth’s wishes, no formal services will be held.

“Forever loved and remembered by all who knew her.”

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