Obituaries

Evelyn Eileen Miller

Evelyn Eileen Miller

Aug 30, 2023

Evelyn "Eileen" Miller, 90, passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Miller's Health and Rehab.

Eileen was born on July 5, 1933 in Crawfordsville IN to Andy "Sherman" Bullock and Lizzy (Prows) Bullock-Largent.

On August 27, 1956 in Ladoga, IN, she married Donald who preceded her in death. Surviving Eileen are her 3 children,...

Walter Allen Singleton, Sr.

Walter Allen Singleton, Sr.

Aug 30, 2023

Walter "Butch" Allen Singleton Sr., 78, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on August 30, 2023 at Northwest Health-La Porte.

Walter was born on April 16, 1945 in La Porte county, IN to Perry and Margaret "Peg"(Worthington) Singleton.

On February 8, 1964 in Mill Creek, IN, he married Betsy Norris Singleton who survives. Also surviving...

Judith Kay (Owens)  Marlatt

Judith Kay (Owens) Marlatt

Aug 27, 2023

Judith Kay Marlatt, 62, passed away on August 27, 2023, in Rolling Prairie, IN.

She was born on February 24, 1961, in Hammond, IN Judith is survived by her daughter, Melissa Owens of Rolling Prairie; son, Scott Owens of Rolling Prairie; and grandchildren, Cody and Ciara Owens, both of Rolling Prairie. She is preceded in death by...

Sally Ruth (Philipi)  Borman

Sally Ruth (Philipi) Borman

Aug 26, 2023

Sally Ruth Borman, 73, unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Northwest Health-La Porte.

Sally was born on March 4, 1950 in Gary, IN.

On July 4, 1986 in Lake Station, IN, she married Edwin who survives.  Also surviving are her children, Douglas Borman of Michigan City and Sarah Lamb of La Porte;...

Richard "Rick" Addison Coburn, Sr.

Richard "Rick" Addison Coburn, Sr.

Aug 19, 2023

Richard "Rick" Addison Coburn, Sr., a loving, hardworking and selfless man, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Northwest Health - La Porte, at the age of 82. Born on July 1, 1941, in Morgantown, WV to Robert and Thelma Mae (Savage) Coburn, Rick grew up to become a person of remarkable...

Helen Ivis (Wilcox)  Bradley

Helen Ivis (Wilcox) Bradley

Aug 18, 2023

Helen Bradley (Wilcox) passed away in La Porte on August 18, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Robert F. Wilcox and A. Leone Wilcox (nee Rommel), and her husband of 62 years, John H. Bradley. Helen is survived by two sons, Frederick W. Bradley (Kim) of Lafayette, IN and Christopher H. Bradley (Jane)...

Deborah Lynn (Barnes)  Duncan

Deborah Lynn (Barnes) Duncan

Aug 15, 2023

Deborah Lynn Barnes-Duncan, 63, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on August 15, 2023, in La Porte, IN. She was born on December 18, 1959, in Michigan City, IN, to Robby Barnes and Edith (Dabkowski) Barnes. Known for her funny, adventurous, and selfless spirit, Deborah's life was a demonstration of love, resilience, and dedication.

Deborah was...

Betty Marie (Cooley)  Inman

Betty Marie (Cooley) Inman

Aug 15, 2023

Betty Marie Inman, a beloved resident of Kingsford Heights, passed away peacefully at the age of 82 on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at Northwest Health - La Porte. Born on March 5, 1941, Betty was the cherished daughter of Oliver Leo and Ruby Della (Bennett) Cooley. Known for her loving, friendly, and thoughtful nature, Betty's life was a testament...

Richard Mikel Smith

Richard Mikel Smith

Aug 13, 2023

Richard Mikel Smith, 72, of La Porte, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023 at Aperion Care Arbors at Michigan City. Richard was born in Chicago, IL, on October 16, 1950 to Kenneth Clifford and Dorothy Marie (Sonniker) Smith.

On July 19, 2008 in La Porte, IN, he married Andrea who survives.  Also surviving are his children,...

Michelle Lorraine (Carlson)  Johnson

Michelle Lorraine (Carlson) Johnson

Aug 5, 2023

Michelle Lorraine Johnson, a beloved mother, daughter, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at the age of 50 on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Northwest Health - La Porte. Born on September 3, 1972, in La Porte, Indiana, Michelle was a lifelong resident and a cherished member of the community.

She was the loving daughter of Lorraine (Carlson)...

Mary (Grundeling)  Wadsworth-Cooke

Mary (Grundeling) Wadsworth-Cooke

Aug 2, 2023

Mary Wadsworth-Cooke, 89, of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.  She was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, on June 14, 1934 to Freda (Grundeling) and Frederick Buekes.

In addition to being a loving wife and mother, Mary was a cherished friend.  Her warm smile, infectious laughter, and genuine interest in others, endeared her to...

Judith O. (O'Harrow)  Greenberg

Judith O. (O'Harrow) Greenberg

Jul 28, 2023

Judith O. Greenberg, 89, of Rolling Prairie, IN and Chicago, IL, passed away quietly on Friday, July 28, 2023, at her home, surrounded by family Judith was born on November 2, 1933 in Indianapolis, IN, to Dennis and Georgia (Brass) O'Harrow. After a whirlwind romance, she married Aubrey J. Greenberg in Chicago, IL, on October 30, 1957. Surviving Judith...

James Edward Leston

James Edward Leston

Jul 22, 2023

James Edward Leston, 96, of Lombard, IL, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

James was born on May 16, 1927 in Elmhurst, IL, to Stephen Nicholas and Anna Elizabeth (Hanseder) Leston.

On June 19, 1948 in St. Alexander Church, Villa Park, IL, he married June Mildred Hofmann, who...

Jamie R. Steele

Jamie R. Steele

Jul 21, 2023

Jamie R. Steele, 47, passed away on Friday, July 21, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Jamie was born on February 21, 1976 in South Bend, IN, to Kenneth and Theresa Steele.

Surviving Jamie are his children, Kendra Steele and Jacob Seidner, both of La Porte; significant other, Sara Seidner of La Porte; parents,...

Ronald "Ron" S. Cmiel

Ronald "Ron" S. Cmiel

Jul 19, 2023

Ronald “Ron” S. Cmiel was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 17, 1934, to the late Stanley and Frances (Pokuta) Cmiel.

Ronald began working at an early age with his father from whom he learned the family dairy business in Chicago.  He was very active in The Boy Scouts of America, and attended DePaul College Prep and...

Angeline "Angie' Hazel Lewis

Angeline "Angie' Hazel Lewis

Jul 18, 2023

Angeline "Angie" Hazel Lewis, a loving, kind and faith-filled woman, passed away peacefully at the age of 88 on Monday, July 18, 2023, at Hamilton Communities in New Carlisle. Born on January 20, 1935, in Chesterton, Indiana, Angie was the daughter of Earl and Laurabell (Walker) Wheeler.

Angie was united in marriage to LeRoy Nathaniel Lewis Jr....

Carma Louise (Fain)  Ledesma

Carma Louise (Fain) Ledesma

Jul 17, 2023

Carma Louise Ledesma, 41, of Michigan City, unexpectedly passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023 at Franciscan Health, Michigan City.

Carma was born on July 21, 1981 in Michigan City, IN, to Larry D. and Rosie Geneva (Willford) Fain.

On August 13 2011 in Michigan City, IN, she married Antonio Ledesma III, who survives.  Also...

Karen S. (Metts)  Oman

Karen S. (Metts) Oman

Jul 14, 2023

Karen S. Oman, 60, of Michigan City, passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023 at Franciscan Health Michigan City.

Karen was born on June 16, 1963 in Michigan City, IN, to Sylvester "Sy" and Donna (Stutts) Metts.

On January 30, 1993 in Michigan City, IN, she married Ronnie E. Oman Sr., who survives.  Also surviving...

John Adam Wegiel

John Adam Wegiel

Jul 11, 2023

John Adam Wegiel, a loving, adventurous, and intelligent man, passed away at the age of 85 on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at Brentwood at La Porte. Born on October 28, 1937, in La Porte, Indiana, to Adam and Sophia (Rosinski) Wegiel, John's life was a testament to his strong character and deep love for his family and country.

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Cheryl Lee (Zimmerman)  Lower

Cheryl Lee (Zimmerman) Lower

Jul 10, 2023

Cheryl Lee Lower, 66, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Cheryl was born on January 29, 1957 in Michigan City, IN, to Chester and Selma (Robbins) Zimmerman.

On May 18, 1991 in La Porte, IN, she married Dennis who survives.  Also surviving are her children, Christopher (Lisa) Hicks...

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