Submitted by: John C. Monk

Edwin J. Mittleman Nov. 6, 1931 - Feb. 10, 2009
MISHAWAKA - Edwin J. Mittleman, 77, was born to this life on November 6, 1931, in Mishawaka, to Agnes (Barbier) and Edwin J. Mittleman. He graduated from the former Central Catholic High School and attended St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas. He faithfully served in the United States Army and was stationed in Korea. He was employed at Dodge-Reliance and retired after 31 years. On February 10, 2009, Edwin left behind his loving wife, Mary Jane (VanHoecke) Mittleman of 50 years. They were married on May 11, 1957, in St. Bavo Catholic Church in Mishawaka. Also surviving are three children, Michael (Debra) Mittleman, Susan (Joseph) Malcom and Karen Mittleman; three grandchildren, Melissa (Rob) Jackson, Nathan Mittleman and Rebecca Malcom; and three step-grandchildren, Brent (Heather) Plummer, Chad (Megan) Plummer and Breanna Konopinski; and three step-great-grandchildren, Mason, Ryan and Brayden Plummer. Also surviving are six cousins, Mary Hurd, Betty Owing, Rita Hilt, Margie Burnett, Kay Sueid and Maryanne Hanchosky; three sisters-in-law, Vicky Vanderbeke, Elsie Popielski and Dorothy Sabade; several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, and a sister-in-law, Lucy Hillaert. Edwin was a faithful and dedicated member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Mishawaka where he had served as an usher, Eucharistic minister and a member of the Holy Name Society. He was also a member of VFW Post 360, the BK Club and Dodge Retirees Club. As an avid fan, Ed served as an usher for Notre Dame football games for many years. He enjoyed sports, dancing, and movies, and was very fond of his monthly card club. Friends may call from 3 until 8 p.m., with a Rosary at 4:30 p.m., on Friday, Feb. 13th, in the Hahn Funeral Home, 505 W. 8th Street, Mishawaka. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, Feb. 14th, at 9:30 a.m., with visitation one hour prior in Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 4508 Vistula Road, Mishawaka. Burial with military rites conducted by VFW Post 360/American Legion burial team will be at Fairview Cemetery, Mishawaka. The family wishes to thank the care staff of Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center and Our Lady of Peace Hospital. Contributions may be made to Queen of Peace Catholic Church or to a charity of the donor's choice. To leave the family an online condolence or to share memories with the family, please visit our website at www.hahnfuneralhomes.com.

Published in the South Bend Tribune on 2/12/2009