Obituaries

Hazel R. (Smalley)  Levendoski

Hazel R. (Smalley) Levendoski

Jul 8, 2023

Hazel R. Levendoski, 72, of La Porte, passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at her home, surrounded by family and friends. Hazel was born on May 20, 1951 to Howard and Leota (Cochran) Smalley.

On June 8, 1983 in La Porte, IN, she married Jon who survives.  Also surviving are daughters, Margaret Lummis, Cheryl Warner, Kimberly...

Clarence R. Holliday

Clarence R. Holliday

Jul 2, 2023

Clarence R. Holliday, 93, of Walkerton, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.  He left this earth with a great testimony for the Lord.

Clarence was born on January 7, 1930 in Swampton, KY, to Luther Lee and Dora May (Bailey) Holliday.

On June 30, 1951 in Knox, IN,...

Patrick Glen Chenoweth

Patrick Glen Chenoweth

Jun 30, 2023

Patrick Glen Chenoweth, known with affection as Pat, has been called home by our Lord and Savior. His earthly journey began on July 30, 1949, in Danville, IL, where he was born to Elmo Charles "Chuck" and Mable Marie (Conner) Chenoweth. The good Lord decided to call him home on June 30, 2023, and Pat left this world peacefully...

Charlotte Marguerite (Ransom)  Schultz

Charlotte Marguerite (Ransom) Schultz

Jun 29, 2023

Charlotte "Dolly” Marguerite Schultz, 92, of Mishawaka, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at Brickyard Healthcare-Fountainview Care Center, Mishawaka.

Dolly was born on December 16, 1930 in Michigan City, IN, to Arthur C. and Gertrude Dora (Arens) Ransom.

On December 1, 1951, she married Richard John Schultz who preceded her in death.  Surviving Dolly...

Edward Harold Gustum

Edward Harold Gustum

Jun 29, 2023

Edward Harold Gustum, 86, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at his home, surrounded by family.

Edward was born on June 5, 1937 in Duluth, MN, to Harold Oscar and Lily Myrtle Christine (Wickstrom) Gustum.

On June 29, 1969 in Iowa Falls, IA, he married Judith "Judy" Ann Bourne who survives. ...

Gary Richard Travis

Gary Richard Travis

Jun 28, 2023

Gary Richard Travis, 71, of La Porte, unexpectedly passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at Franciscan Health Michigan City. Gary was born in La Porte, IN, on March 24, 1952 to Glenn and Teresa (Gould) Travis.

On November 12, 1971 in La Porte, IN, he married Vicki Steigely who survives.  Also surviving are his children, Dylan...

H. David Reed II

H. David Reed II

Jun 26, 2023

Harold David Reed II, 80, of La Porte, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 26, 2023, at Brentwood at La Porte. Known as Dave to his friends and family, he was a wise, generous, and selfless man who touched the lives of many throughout his time with us.

Dave was born in La Porte, on June 26,...

Sharla Sue (Gillham)  Bluhm

Sharla Sue (Gillham) Bluhm

Jun 25, 2023

Sharla Sue Bluhm, 74, of La Porte, passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at her home, surrounded by family.

Sharla was born on December 23, 1948 in La Porte, IN, to George and Dorothy (Brownlee) Gillham.

On September 24, 1966, she married Phillip L. Bluhm who preceded her in death on February 28, 2019. ...

Mary Frances (Ullrich)  Terzino

Mary Frances (Ullrich) Terzino

Jun 20, 2023

Mary Frances Terzino, 77, died June 20, 2023. She was born December 15, 1945 to Dorothy and Frank Ullrich of Mount Clemens, Michigan.

A journalism graduate of Michigan State University, she began her career as a reporter for the Chicago Tribune. Later, she moved into financial communications at the Northern Trust Company and First National Bank of...

LaVon Eva (Lain)  Hines

LaVon Eva (Lain) Hines

Jun 19, 2023

LaVon Eva Hines, 92, of La Porte, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, June 19, 2023. LaVon was born in La Porte, IN, on October 19, 1930 to George and Edith (Williams) Lain.

On July 2, 1949, in La Porte, LaVon married Howard E. Curry. On June 12, 1975 in La Porte, she married...

Ruby May (Brito)  Jones

Ruby May (Brito) Jones

Jun 19, 2023

Ruby May Jones, 68, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023 at Life Care Center of Michigan City. She was born in Colorado Springs, CO, on July 3, 1954 to Tony and Dessie (Atencio) Brito.

Ruby enjoyed over 20 years of marriage to John Jones, who preceded her in death.  Surviving Ruby are her...

Stephen Edward Blazek

Stephen Edward Blazek

Jun 18, 2023

Stephen Edward Blazek, 84, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Stephen was born on August 9, 1938 in Chicago, IL, to Stephen and Mary (Klobubar) Blazek.

On June 27, he married Dorothy Bubalo, who survives.  Also surviving are his children, Stephen (Mary) Blazek of La Porte, Daniel Blazek...

Janet Sue (Summers)  McAlpine

Janet Sue (Summers) McAlpine

Jun 15, 2023

Janet Sue McAlpine, 76, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at her home with family by her side. Janet was born in Chicago Heights, IL, on July 28, 1946 to S.J. and Hazel (Reeder) Summers.

On August 19, 1967 in Park Forest, IL, she married Thomas W. McAlpine who survives.  Also surviving are...

Janet Sue (Pennel)  Mayes

Janet Sue (Pennel) Mayes

Jun 11, 2023

Janet Sue Mayes, 83, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023 at her home, surrounded by family.

Janet was born on September 28, 1939 in Minneapolis, MN, to Reed and Violet (Crepes) Pennel.

On August 11, 1962 in Youngstown, OH, she married Jerry, who preceded her in death on September 23, 2022.  Surviving Janet are...

Steve Allen Gray

Steve Allen Gray

Jun 9, 2023

Steve Allen Gray, 67, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

He was born on July 7, 1955 in Fort Payne, AL, to Charles and Mary Jane (Hale) Gray.

Steve is survived by his adored, prized wife of just under 22 years, Pamela S. Gray; children, Daniel (Shauna) Bealor...

Robert "Rocky" Earl Friend

Robert "Rocky" Earl Friend

Jun 9, 2023

Robert "Rocky" Earl Friend, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 73 on Friday, June 9, 2023, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Rocky was born on January 16, 1950, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to Albert E. and Imogene (Stevens) Friend. As a child, he was adventurous and demonstrated an...

David L. Hastings

David L. Hastings

Jun 9, 2023

David L. Hastings, 86, of Rolling Prairie, suddenly passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023.

He was born on April 11, 1937 in La Porte, IN, to Archie and Guelah (Jones) Hastings.

David proudly served in the United States Marine Corps.  After his service, he attended Greer Technical Institute, in Chicago, IL, where he obtained...

Timmen "Tim" Kelly Roan

Timmen "Tim" Kelly Roan

Jun 8, 2023

Timmen "Tim" Kelly Roan, 50, of Greenwood, Indiana, was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 8, 2023. A loving father, brother, and son, Tim was a beacon of light and joy to all who knew him. His gentle spirit, quick wit, and analytical mind will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

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Charles Ray Parrish

Charles Ray Parrish

Jun 8, 2023

Charles Ray Parrish, 89, of Hamlet, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Charles was born on June 19, 1933 in Trumann, AR, to Jasper and Ethel (Campbell) Parrish.

On January 24, 1976 in La Porte, he married Della Housley who survives.  Also surviving are his daughters, Pam and...

James "Dick" Blevins

James "Dick" Blevins

Jun 7, 2023

James "Dick" Blevins, 81, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Miller's Merry Manor, New Carlisle.

Dick was born on August 17, 1941 in Holliday, KY, to Andrew and Cliffy M. (Holiday) Blevins.

Surviving Dick are his daughters, Elizabeth Hasko of La Porte and Jennifer (Michael) Quimby of Rochester; 5 grandchildren, Dustin Hasko, David...

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