MaCayla Rose Boone

Apr 15, 2025

MaCayla Rose Boone, 22, of La Porte, IN, tragically passed away on April 15, 2025.

She was born on December 5, 2002, in Valparaiso, IN, to Johnny and Christina (Levenduski) Boone.

MaCayla is survived by her parents, Johnny and Christina Boone of La Porte; sisters, Chantel and Emma Boone, both of La Porte; grandmothers, Thelma Boone of La Porte, Doris Levenduski of...

Sherrie Lynn Jones

Apr 14, 2025

Sherrie Lynn Jones, 70, of La Porte, IN, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2025, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family.

Sherrie was born on August 19, 1954, in La Porte, IN, to Harold and Shirley (Handtke) Bachman.

On June 27, 2014, at Beechwood Golf Course in La Porte, she married Timothy Jones, who survives. Also surviving...

Carolyn Marie Kibby

Apr 11, 2025

Carolyn Marie Kibby, 55, of South Bend, IN, unexpectedly passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025.

Carolyn was born on March 20, 1970, in Michigan City, IN, to Harold and Emma (Kroening) Schultz.

Surviving Carolyn are her 3 children, Payton (Jesse Sugden) Kibby of Mattawan, MI, John Kibby III of New Carlisle, and Riley Kibby of Michigan City; stepdaughter, Kristen (Vince) Collins...

Donna J. Naughton

Apr 9, 2025

Donna J. Naughton, 80, of Mill Creek, IN, passed away on April 9, 2025, at Addison Pointe, surrounded by her family.

Donna was born on November 24, 1944, in Gary, IN, to Gordon F. and Dorothy E. (Wilson) Lamb.

On December 10, 1996 in TN, she married John Naughton, who survives. Also surviving are her 2 sons, David Lowden of Chesterton and...

Christopher R. Justice

Apr 7, 2025

Christopher "Chris" R. Justice, 52, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Northwest Health La Porte.

Chris was born on November 10, 1972, in Ironton, OH, to Charles and Anna (Walters) Justice.

Surviving Chris are his 8 children, Austin Justice of La Porte, Shelby Escobedo of La Porte, Chelsy Scarborough of Portage, Chloe Justice of La Porte,...

Tabitha J. Dills

Apr 3, 2025

Tabitha (Fletter) Dills, age 37, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at University Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana as the result of a heart condition. Tabitha was born on March 24, 1988, in Goshen, IN, to Perry and Vickie (Mullins) Fletter.

She is survived by her husband, James Michael Dills; sons, Alex, Nolan, and Ashton; along...

Trudy Lamb

Apr 3, 2025

Trudy Lynn Lamb, 74, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Northwest Health-Porter.

Trudy was born on August 18, 1950, in Mill Creek, Indiana, to Robert and Edith (Brown) Hamilton.

On August 27, 1983, in La Porte, Indiana, she married Kip Lamb who survives. Also surviving are her children, Samantha Allspaugh, William and...

Kenneth R. Metcalf, Sr.

Apr 2, 2025

Kenneth R. Metcalf Sr., 77, of Hamlet, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Northwest Health-Porter, with his loving family by his side.

He was born on August 10, 1947, in La Porte, Indiana, to Kenneth and Catherine (Schroeder) Metcalf.

Kenneth is survived by his 3 children, Kenneth R. Metcalf, Jr. of La Porte, Stephanie M. Watkins of La Porte,...

Richard Allen Vaughan

Apr 2, 2025

Richard Allen Vaughan, 67, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Northwest Health-La Porte.

Richard was born on July 21, 1957, in Michigan City, Indiana, to William A. Vaughan and Nora (Geese) Korbel.

On March 23, 1996, in La Porte, Indiana, he married Gail Szabo who survives. Also surviving are his 5 children,...

Patricia "Patti" Ann Larson

Apr 1, 2025

Patricia "Patti" Ann Larson, 64, of La Porte, IN, unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Patti was born on July 6, 1960, in South Bend, IN to Eugene and Peggy (Keller) Eggleston.

Surviving are her 2 children, Maggie Larson of Odgen Dunes and Max Larson of Michigan City; grandson, Jason Adkins of Ogden Dunes; sister, Susan Eggleston of New Carlisle;...

Shelly Ann Vermette

Mar 31, 2025

After a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her friends and family, Shelly (Stephens) Vermette, 62, of La Porte, IN, passed away on March 31, 2025. A proud mother of seven, Shelly shared her days with her partner, Kent Pittman, and their cherished cat, Terrorist.

She is survived by her sons, Jason, Daniel, Stephen, and Garry; daughters, Samantha and...

Thomas "Hap" Henry Greening

Mar 30, 2025

Thomas "Hap" Henry Greening, 78, of South Bend, IN, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at Miller's Health and Rehab, La Porte

Hap was born on March 28, 1947, in Valparaiso, IN, to Ord and Kathleen (Moore) Greening.

Surviving are his sister, Glenda Fagg of Sullivan, IN; brother, Raymond (Helen) Greening of Michigan City, IN; several nieces and nephews; cousin, Paula...

Jeffrey Jessie Perez

Mar 29, 2025

Jeffrey Jessie Perez, 54, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, March 29, 2025, surrounded by his devoted family.

Jeff was born on July 9, 1970, in La Porte, to Jesus Sanchez and Wanda (Humphrey) Perez.

On November 17, 1995, Jeff married the love of his life, Lauressa Arndt, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She survives, along with...

Karen Ann Towle

Mar 28, 2025

Karen Ann Towle, 72, of La Porte, IN, passed away on March 28, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Karen was born on July 22, 1952, in La Porte, IN, to Donald Mathias and Alice Jane (McLeod) Machler.

On May 12, 1984, in La Porte, IN, she married David Towle who survives. Also surviving are her 3 children, Jennifer (Charles)...

Terry "Paulie" Paul Levandoski

Mar 23, 2025

Terry Paul "Paulie" Levandoski, 64, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Northwest Health-La Porte, surrounded by love.

Born on September 21, 1960, in La Porte, Paulie was the son of Thomas and Eleanor (Smith) Levandoski. From a young age, he was known for his big heart, larger-than-life personality, and his unwavering loyalty to those...

William Joseph Latchford, Jr.

Mar 23, 2025

William Joseph Latchford, Jr., 86, of Mill Creek, IN, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 23, 2025.

William was born on April 13, 1938, in Staten Island, NY, to William J. and Alice S. (Birmingham) Latchford.

On August 20, 1960, in Buffalo, NY, he married Donna Calderaro who preceded him in death on January 3, 2021. Surviving are his...

Anthony "Joey" Joel Shannon

Mar 22, 2025

Anthony "Joey" Joel Shannon, 64, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at his home.

Born on June 22, 1960, in Dayton, Ohio, Joey was the beloved son of George J. Shannon and Helen G. (Shoffner) Shannon-Hatchel. Known for his kind heart, sharp mind, and quiet strength, Joey touched the lives of those around him in...

Eddie Baud

Mar 19, 2025

Eddie Ray Baud, 77, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Eddie was born on September 20, 1947, in La Porte to Raymond L. and Angeline (Wellinski) Baud.

He is survived by his sister, Rayetta Sandy of La Porte; his brother, Tom (Amy) Baud of Danbury, CT; and his beloved niece, Samantha Baud. Eddie was preceded in...

Thomas Russell Salat, Sr.

Mar 18, 2025

Thomas Russell Salat, Sr., 73, of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away on March 18, 2025 at Northwest Health La Porte, surrounded by his loving family.

Thomas was born on April 10, 1951, in Michigan City, Indiana to Jack Salat and Irene (Batzel) Salat-Archer.

On August 15, 1970, in Michigan City, Indiana, he married Anita Emerick, who survives. Also surviving are his 3...

Bob Curry

Mar 18, 2025

Bob Richard Curry, 73, of Michigan City, IN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Northwest Health La Porte.

Bob was born on May 6, 1951, in Dowagiac, MI, to Bill and Charlotte (Doberstein) Curry.

On October 10, 1981, he married the love of his life, Deborah Richards, who survives. Also cherishing his memory are his...