Mary M. Barkewitz Obituary

The family of Mary M. Barkewitz of Peru, Indiana announces her passing on September 16, 2026. Mary, born on January 22, 1935, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Mary for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Mary’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Chester R. Handschke and Isabelle Handschke (Mattingly); and her husband Eugene B. Barkewitz. She is survived by: her daughters, Cindy Handschke Borrelli (Joe Borrelli) of Palm Harbor, FL and Rachel Barkewitz Dominessy (Russell Dominessy) of Peru; her grandchildren, Lindsay Lopez Borrelli (Abe Lopez Ortega), Lauren Borrelli and Taylor Dominessy (Michael Reynolds); her great grandchild Stone Giuseppe Lopez Borrelli; and her siblings, Eugene Handschke and Amy Handschke Frazier.