LaVena Edith Moore

Feb 17, 2025

LaVena Edith Moore, 79, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025, at her home.

LaVena was born on November 28, 1945, in Hamilton, IL, to Lee and Elvie Williams.

On October 15, 2005, in La Porte, IN, she married C. Michael "Mike" Moore, who survives. Also surviving are her 4 daughters, Amy Schammert of St. Cloud, FL, Christy...

Donna J. Cranmer

Feb 14, 2025

Donna J. Cranmer, age 87, of Elkhart, Indiana passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025 in at the Center for Hospice Esther’s House in Elkhart. She was born on May 29, 1937 in Elkhart and was the daughter of Maurice Longenecker, DDS and Frances (Mahin) Longenecker. On August 14, 1955, she married Harold Cranmer in Elkhart. 

 She is survived by her...

Allen David Dreske, Jr.

Feb 14, 2025

Allen David Dreske Jr., 81, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Northwest Health-La Porte.

Allen was born on February 7, 1944, in La Porte, IN, to Allen and Angela (Putchaven) Dreske.

Surviving Allen are his 2 stepsons, Timothy (Kristine) Bell of Lafayette and Todd Bell of Ames, IA; step-grandchildren, Sarah, Tyler and Camron; and sister-in-law, Sheila...

Dennis Wayne Metcalf

Feb 11, 2025

Dennis Wayne Metcalf, 80, of Walkerton, IN, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family.

Dennis was born on December 16, 1944, in La Porte, IN, to Kenneth and Catherine (Schrader) Metcalf.

On February 16, 1964, in La Porte, he married Brenda L. Barger, who preceded him in death on October 31, 2016. Later, on May...

David Ernest Reberg

Feb 9, 2025

David Ernest Reberg, 88, of La Porte, IN, passed away peacefully at his home on February 9, 2025.

David was born on October 4, 1936, in La Porte, IN, to Leonard and Lenora (Menzel) Reberg.

Surviving is his friend, Gale McCarty.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

David graduated from La Porte High School and later proudly served in the United States...

Debra K. Hoops

Feb 9, 2025

Debra K. Hoops, 70, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Northwest Health-La Porte.

Debra was born on September 14, 1954, in La Porte, IN, to Edward and Evelyn (Young) Schmidt.

On October 24, 1981, she married Jesse Ray Hoops, Jr. who preceded her in death on September 7, 2015. Surviving are her...

Michael "Beatle" Lee Fields

Feb 8, 2025

Michael Lee Fields, 45, of Elkhart, IN passed away Saturday, February 8, 2025. He was born on January 26, 1980 in Jasper, Alabama to Michael Fields and Judy Anglemyer. 

Michael was known as “Beatle” to many friends and family. He loved to fish and was a big Michigan Wolverines fan. Beatle had a great sense of humor and thought he was...

Robert "Bob" Howard McKeehan

Feb 8, 2025

Robert "Bob" Howard McKeehan, 90, of Mill Creek, IN, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Northwest Health-La Porte.

Robert was born on August 25, 1934, in La Porte, IN, to James and Bertha (Ervin) McKeehan.

Surviving are his nieces, Anita (Ken) Rosentreter of Mill Creek and Niya Miller of Michigan City; nephews, Kenneth Rosentreter of Fish Lake and Bradly Rosentreter...

Katharine Emma Werner

Feb 4, 2025

Katharine Emma Werner, 67, of Kingsford Heights, IN, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Katharine was born on January 22, 1958, in Gary, IN, to John and Olive (Hendrick) McMeans.

On July 28, 2001, in Union Mills, IN, she married Ivan who preceded her in death. Surviving Katharine are her 2 children, Katharine Mink...

Lewis "Louie" R. Reese

Feb 4, 2025

Lewis "Louie" R. Reese, 83, of Mill Creek, IN, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Miller's Health and Rehab.

He was born on July 22, 1941, in La Porte, IN, to Lewis and Alice (Wiltfong) Reese.

On May 5, 1963, in Walkerton, IN, he married Nancy Cripe who preceded him in death. Surviving are his brother, Greg (Donna) Reese of...

Alice Elizabeth Johnson

Feb 1, 2025

Alice Elizabeth Johnson, 91, of La Porte, IN, passed away on February 1, 2025 at Northwest Health-La Porte.

Alice was born on February 18, 1933 in East Chicago, IN, to Perry and Stella (Garrison) Black.

On April 12, 1952, in Hammond, IN, she married Melvin Johnson who preceded her in death. Surviving Alice are her children, Kathy Corbett...

Richard "Rich" Francis O'Rourke

Feb 1, 2025

Richard "Rich" Francis O'Rourke, 67, of La Porte, IN, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, February 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on May 11, 1957, in Manteno, IL, Rich was the son of Joseph and Anna O'Rourke.

A devoted father and grandfather, Rich is survived by his four children, Sarah (Joseph) Stewart, Barbara (Marcus) Ritter, Kristopher O'Rourke,...

Linda Kay Coleman

Jan 28, 2025

Linda Kay Coleman, 64, of La Porte, IN, passed peacefully in her home on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. In her final days, she was surrounded by her husband of 44 years, Randy Coleman; daughter, Nicole (Joel) Florek of La Porte; and grandchildren, Amelia, Maybelle, Jonathan, and Benjamin. Also surviving are Linda's uncle, Dennie (Lee) Fugate of La Porte; siblings, Tina...

Wilma Mae Long

Jan 28, 2025

Our beloved family matriarch, Wilma Mae (Dove) Long, born March 19, 1938, in Jasper, IN, to Winford and Opal (Hill) Dove, passed away peacefully in her own home surrounded by so much love, laughter, comfort and peace from her beloved family and friends on January 28, 2025. She was at peace knowing she was going to join the Lord. We...

Jo-Ann Trapp

Jan 24, 2025

Jo-Ann "Jo" Theresa Trapp, 82, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Center for Hospice Care in Mishawaka.

Jo-Ann was born on February 25, 1942, in Chicago, IL, to Stanley and Francis (Button) Pulaski.

On September 10, 1960, she married Charles Edward Trapp who survives. Also surviving are her sons, Mark (Juli) Trapp of La Porte and...

Donald Carlson

Jan 24, 2025

Donald "Chip" Braund Carlson Jr., 75, of Rolling Prairie, Indiana, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025, peacefully in his home with his wife and son by his side after a brave battle with cancer.

Donald was born on February 17, 1949, in Grove City, Pennsylvania, to Donald B. and Jeanne L. (Wolfe) Carlson, Sr.

He is survived by his wife of...

Jason Crum

Jan 22, 2025

Jason Scott Crum, 43, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at his home.

Jason was born on March 7, 1981, in La Porte, IN, to Billy Crum, Sr. and Brenda (Rogers) Holt.

Surviving are his sons, Nicholas Crum of La Porte, Andrew Crum of La Porte, and Owen Crum of Japan; mother, Brenda Rogers Holt; father, Billy...

Barbara Clark

Jan 21, 2025

Barbara "Barb" Ann Clark, 86, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at Brickyard Terrace.

Barbara was born on January 29, 1938, in La Porte, IN, to Kenneth and Charlotte (Reiser) Baker.

Barb married Joseph Raymond "Ray" Clark who preceded her in death. Surviving are her children, Michael (Angela) Clark of Oak Lawn, IL, Kathi (Gary) Tilling of...

Philip Herrold

Jan 21, 2025

Philip "Phil" Richard Herrold, 38, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on January 21, 2025, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Philip was born on September 12, 1986, in La Porte, Indiana to Richard G. and Julianna M. (Medema) Herrold.

Surviving are his parents; uncle and aunt, Dr. Robert Earl (Anne) Herrold of Chicago, Illinois; cousins, Dr....

Van Risley

Jan 18, 2025

Van Alan Risley, 57, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 18, 2025.

Van was born on September 29, 1967, in La Porte, Indiana, to Charles N. Risley and Kathleen E. (Rickenbaugh) Meaney.

Surviving are his children, Syan Risley and Pearce Risley, both of La Porte; 3 bonus children; 8 grandchildren; life...