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Randy A. Guyberson

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Randy Guyberson Obituary

March 9, 1950 - Aug. 6, 2008
SOUTH BEND - Randy A. Guyberson, 58, of East Dayton Street, passed away on August 6th from injuries sustained in a homicide at his residence. Mr. Guyberson was born on March 9, 1950, in South Bend, and had resided in the Michiana area his lifetime. He is survived by a sister, Marlene (John) Heater of Lakeville; and five brothers, William J. Guyberson Jr. of Plymouth, Bradley (Gloria) Guyberson of Elkhart and Jeffrey (Sherry) Guyberson of Edwardsburg, Dallas (Wilma) Reed of Denver, CO, and Terry (Loretta) Reed of Salazar, OK. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews, along with a very special friend, Bernice Wilson of Walkerton, and a very caring friend, Joyce Thornton. He was preceded in death by his parents, William J. and Lucille (Shufty) Guyberson Sr. Randy was a 1968 graduate of Jackson High School in South Bend and was known for writing short stories. He is listed in Who's Who in America. He retired from being a chef who cooked meals for people who could not leave their homes. He was a former owner of Grammy Spot in Wyatt, IN. Randy was a very caring person, loved to make candy and give gift boxes of his candy at Christmas time. He loved animals and trained dogs for numerous people. He was disabled himself and always reached out to help others. He wanted to help people with addiction to drugs and offered them a place to stay in his home if they would help him. He always said, if I can help one person to get their life turned around, that would be the greatest gift for him. Mr. Guyberson was a true Christian and worshiped faithfully. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mishawaka, IN. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16th, in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 930 Park Place, Mishawaka. Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to service time in the church. Cremation has taken place and burial will take place at Sumption Prairie Cemetery, South Bend. The family request, in lieu of flowers, please make all memorial contributions to the family at 13459 2A Road, Plymouth, IN 46563. The HANLEY and Sons "Southwest Chapel" Funeral Home, located at West Ireland Road/Indiana 23, South Bend, handled arrangements and extends its deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers to the Guyberson family.

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Published by South Bend Tribune on Aug. 14, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Randy Guyberson

13 Entries

Allsop Neal

August 28, 2008

I know Randy for about 8 years and he helped me out with a son who used drugs and they got close and after a long time David finally got clean and grow up. I thank Randy for that and the times Randy went with me to the count house. I will always remember his compassion and his desire to help my son David. Thank you Randy I will miss you and my prayers are with you and your family

John Metz

August 15, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go all to all the family and friends of Randy. Your family will be in our prayers as you go through these difficult times. Although he is no longer with us now, please celebrate all the good times that you had with him in your memories now and in the future.

Patricia Hans

August 15, 2008

I knew Randy briefly a few years ago. My daughter was involved with a man who used drugs and Randy was doing his best to help my daughter's boyfriend straighten out his life. I will always remember his compassion and his desire to actively help those who needed it. God bless, Randy - I hope you know that David is finally clean and growing up and trying to be a father to his little girl. You didn't do it all in vain, altho I know it must have seemed that way sometimes. My prayers are with your family.

Lydia & Dave Newhalfen

August 15, 2008

To the Guyberson, Reed Family, Uncle Dallas & Aunt Wilma:
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

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Dalene Thomas(Yost)

August 14, 2008

To all of the Guyberson Family members who loved and enjoyed their very "dear" family member.
Please know that my thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.

Karmen Duke

August 14, 2008

I did not know Randy but my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God bless you in this your time of sorrow.

Leana Sanders

August 14, 2008

We lived across the street from Randy in 1999 for aver 1 year. Randy was so kind to my family and I. He always was willing to offer help and have conversation. I can not believe that something so terrible happened to him. He was truly a kind and charitable person.

Lori Null

August 14, 2008

I was just thinking about Randy last Friday as I walked through a store where I had once bought him a a big slab of chocolate. I first met him when I lived in North Liberty. I would mow his lawn for him because he had chronic fatique, and he would invite me in to taste his latest creations. His house was filled with things that he had restored and was always very neat and tidy. I especially remember his Charlie McCarthy doll. We made candy together at Christmas time. When we moved away, he visited us and we visited his home in South Bend. I know God has taken Randy to a wonderful place that is deserving of his gentle and giving nature.

Robert Piechocki

August 14, 2008

Randy was always such a caring person, even if it meant giving more than he could. I will miss him coming to the bank to ask for advice. My heart goes out to the family, and in the hope that Randy is in a much better place for all the deeds he did on this earth.

Debbie (Kub) (Chapman) Barton

August 14, 2008

Reading Randy's obituary it talked about him making candies at Christmas time. I remember YEARS ago Randy joining my (and his) ex-sister-in-law Debbie to learn how to 'bake' cookies and other treats for Christmas baskets. He always told his he could 'cook' just about anything but could not 'bake'. He tried and tried and ended up with flops. So he ended up being the 'candy maker' for our Christmas baskets. You will be missed Randy!!

Cathy & Douglas Finch

August 14, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Loralee Reed

August 14, 2008

To the Guyberson/Reed family: my heart goes out to everyone, especially you Uncle Randy, I will love you and miss you.

Jim Ruth

August 14, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. Though I didn't know Randy, he shared many of my same concerns for the hurting. I know the loss must be heart wrenching, but he died doing what he loved to do, with the passion God placed in his heart. He is dancing on streets of gold in Heaven right now, with some of the same folks he helped but went before him. Make sure you're ready spiritually to see Randy again some day. Won't you give your life to Christ today, if you haven't already? Blessings to all of you.

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