Lionel H. Herdman Jr.

Feb. 6, 1965 - Dec. 26, 2012

ELKHART - Lionel H. Herdman Jr., 47, of Elkhart, passed away Wednesday morning, Dec. 26, 2012, at Elkhart Hospice House after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born Feb. 6, 1965, in Elkhart to Lionel H. Sr. and Delores (McGraw) Herdman.

Surviving are daughters Brandy (Doug) Leedy of Elkhart and Brook Herdman of Granger; granddaughters Ambria, Kyndrie and Adaleigh; sisters Carol (Keith) Logan of Elkhart, Diana (Dave) Baker of Syracuse, and Angela (Steve) Deese and Fonda (Tony) Arroyo, both of Elkhart; mother and stepfather Delores and Richard Max of Elkhart; and his former wife, Toni (Rusty) Mosby of Elkhart.

His father, Lionel H. Herdman Sr.; niece Jessica Shultz; and his nephew Tony "Bubba" Arroyo preceded him in death.

Lionel worked as a professional painter and with D & L Construction Co. He was a 1983 graduate of Elkhart Central High School and an avid Notre Dame fan. Most important to Lionel was his family and spoiling his granddaughters.

Funeral services celebrating Lionel's life will begin at noon with calling starting at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 28, 2012, at Elkhart County Community Baptist Church, 23805 Sunnyside Ave., Elkhart. Pastor Ed Ritchie will officiate. Burial will follow in Olive (West) Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to United Cancer Services of Elkhart Co.

Arrangements for Lionel are under the care and direction of Billings Funeral Home Elkhart.

To share a memory or send a condolence visit www.billingsfuneralhome.com.


Memories and Condolences

Brent & Mary Kay Heffner, Edwardsburg, MI

Dear Sweet Brook, we are feeling your loss as deeply as you are since Brent and I have both felt the pain and heartache of losing a parent. Time does help lessen the pain. He will always be in your heart and you will never forget him. We know he had to be so very proud of your accomplishments and commitment to get through nursing school. We are also very proud of you! We just want you to know we love you and ask God to hold you close, and allow Him to comfort and give you strength during this difficult time.

Melissa Williams, Baltimore, MD

So sorry for your loss. We are thinking of your family.

Susan Harter, Elkhart, IN

So sad to hear of his passing. May God comfort all his close family.

Wanda Cataldo, Elkhart, IN

Dear Diane, So sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. May God give you peace at this time of sorrow. Love Always, Wanda & Frank

Brittany Welles, Elkhart, IN

Brandy & Doug, Hey Girl. I'm so sorry to hear about your Daddy. He sure fought hard this last year and Thank God he got to meet his newest grandbaby. My heart and prayers go your way for your heart, your girls heart, and your family. My God comfort you in this time. Take Care.

Laurie Van Kirk, Elkhart, IN

Thankful his suffering is over and praying for the family. May your New Year be one of joy and delight as you rest assured he is in the loving arms of our wonderful Saviour.

Amy Max, Elkhart, IN

Prayers to the family. So sorry for your loss.

penny norwood, nappanee, IN

so sorry girls...know u are loved...aunt penny

Dawn Singleton, Elkhart, IN

So sorry for your loss. We ( The Richmond's) grew up with the Herdman's.We can't say how sorry we are. My you always remember the good times. Mary, Dawn, Annette, Tab and Heather

Michele Lucchese, Vandalia, MI

Dear Brandy and Brooke - I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing - always remember him at all your functions when you were in grade school. Prayers to you and your family - your mom too~~~