Obituaries

Donna J. Naughton

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

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

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

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 Falecia Lamb; stepdaughter, Sandra...

Kenneth R. Metcalf, Sr.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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...

Kevin Jeremy Childress

Kevin Jeremy Childress

Mar 16, 2025

Kevin Jeremy Childress, 36, of Rolling Prairie, IN, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at University of Chicago Medical Center.

Kevin was born on June 21, 1988, in La Porte, IN, to Robert and Edna "Diane" (Ferguson) Childress.

He is survived by his father, Robert Childress; sister, Keshia Childress of Rolling Prairie; stepbrother, Jason Childress of Fort Myers, FL and Chad...

Alan Gator Brooks

Alan Gator Brooks

Mar 14, 2025

Alan Gator Brooks, 63, of Michigan City, IN, passed away on March 14, 2025 at Northwest Health-Porter.

Alan was born on December 11, 1961, in Michigan City, IN, to Kenneth and Sharon (Wienke) Brooks.

Surviving are his 2 children, Benjamin (Cora) Brooks of South Bend and Kathy Brooks of the Philippines; 4 grandchildren, Keith, Leon, Ashley, and Princess Azumi Brooks-Lumanglas, all of...

Richard Ernie Walker

Richard Ernie Walker

Mar 13, 2025

Richard Ernie Walker, 76, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Northwest Health La Porte, surrounded by his family.

He was born on July 1, 1948, in Michigan City, IN. Richard was the son of William Foster and Nina E. (Wines) Walker.

Richard married Teresa Smith, the love of his life, who survives. Also surviving are his...

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