Jun 6, 2023

James Frederic Daly, 87, of Mill Creek, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

James was born on January 26, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY, to James Frederic and Virginia (Rose) Daly.

On August 11, 1990 in La Porte, he married Lucille Woodruff, who preceded him in death.  He is...

Jun 2, 2023

Frank "Leo" Levio Gibertini, age 97, of Fish Lake, Indiana, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2023, at Northwest Health La Porte. Leo was born in Chicago, Illinois, on March 14, 1926, to Silvio and Elvira (Abbott) Gibertini. He was a man of many talents, with a heart full of laughter and...

May 31, 2023

Sheri Carol Brown, 62, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

Sheri was born on June 11, 1960, in South Bend, Indiana, to Dick Wilder and Priscilla (Eddy) Tamlin.  She was later adopted by Francis McGinnis.

Sheri graduated from Elston High School in 1978 and lived in Michigan City for many years before moving to...

May 28, 2023

Raymond "Ray" Lloyd Downey, 71, of North Liberty, IN, passed away with family by his side, on Sunday, May 28, 2023 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Ray was born on November 23, 1951, in La Porte, IN, to Daro and Evelyn (Crosby) Downey.  He was the youngest of 3 children.  Ray had 3 half-brothers, as well....

May 28, 2023

Gladys E. Stone, 94, of Knox, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023 at Miller's Health and Rehab.

Gladys was born on May 2, 1929 in Kennett, MO, to Doss and Arzettie (Morgan) Lawson.

On January 17, 1948 in Piggott, Arkansas, she married Thomas W. Stone, who preceded her in death.  Surviving Gladys are her...

May 27, 2023

Alfred "Ted" Dolohery Jr., 90, of La Porte, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Brickyard Healthcare- Terrace Care Center.

Ted was born on December 3, 1932, in La Porte, IN, to Alfred Byrd and Gertrude (Poor) Dolohery.

On June 1, 1957, in La Porte, he married Judith "Judy" Schroeder who survives.  Also surviving...

May 22, 2023

Richard Eugene Lidgard, 88, of La Porte, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 22, 2023.

Richard was born on July 3, 1934 in La Porte, IN, to Dale Louise and Arlene (Hazlett) Lidgard.

On April 26, 1958, in La Porte, he married Alice O'Krey, who preceded him in death.  On October 15, 2005, in La...

May 19, 2023

Carol Lee Jelke, 76, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023.

Carol was born on August 17, 1946 in La Porte, IN, to Roy and Helen (Meister) Smith.

On July 19, 1969 in La Porte, she married Dave, who preceded her in death.  Surviving are her sons, Ryan (Erin) Jelke of La Porte and Bret...

May 16, 2023

Peggy Lynn McRobert, 52, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at her home with family by her side.

Peggy was born on September 12, 1970 in Ann Arbor, MI, to David and Violet (Purdue) Burger.

Surviving Peggy are her husband, Scott McRobert Sr; children, Miracle (Corey) Galloway, Scotty (Tiffany Wray) McRobert, and Preston McRobert;...

May 15, 2023

Kinslee Jo Ligue, 5 months, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte. Kinslee was born in South Bend, IN, on December 14, 2022 to Erik Jacob Ligue and Brianna Faith Haddox.

Surviving Kinslee are her parents, Erik J. Ligue and Brianna F. Haddox; brothers, David and Deklan Ligue;...

May 14, 2023

Greta Louise Lynch, 75, passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023 at Brickyard Healthcare- Terrace Care Center.

Greta was born on June 18, 1947 in Sidney, OH, to the late Charles and Janet (Swisler) McCullough.

She was married to Gary L. Lynch, who preceded her in death.  Surviving Greta are her daughters, Ganese (Dan) Cincoski...

May 12, 2023

Kathleen Ann Zigler, 79, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Best known as “Kathy”, the all-knowing, backbone of the La Porte County Fairgrounds, she was the one person everyone went to for information, directions, and help at the fair office, and was indispensable especially before and during the Fair.

May 7, 2023

William Jesse Dare, 72, of La Porte, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 7, 2023. William was born in South Bend, IN, on December 13, 1950 to J. Ward and Naida Lucille (Wharton) Dare.

On August 28, 1971 in Mishawaka, IN, he married Jean Schmidt who survives.  Also surviving are his children, Amy (Rob) Manuszak...

May 5, 2023

Robert "Bob" James Tallant, a lifelong resident of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2023, at the age of 69.  Born on June 9, 1953, to William "Jim" and Ruth (Griewank) Tallant, Bob was known for his adventurous spirit and love for life.

Bob is survived by his loving children, Jennifer Tallant of Austin,...

May 4, 2023

Richard "Pikey" Roy Hahn, 92, passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Brickyard Healthcare- Terrace Care Center in La Porte.

Richard was born on April 25, 1931 in Michigan City, IN, to Raymond and Clara (Ludwin) Hahn.

On January 10, 1953 at St. John's Church in Michigan City, he married Barbara J. Rohde who...

May 3, 2023

Darryl Wade Bunch, known affectionately as DB, was a man of great intelligence, boundless adventure, and keen analysis. Born on the third of November in the year 1958, in LaPorte, Indiana to Violet & Hoy Bunch, he embarked on a journey that would span the course of his life until the second of May, 2023, when he took his...

May 2, 2023

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Apr 30, 2023

Frank Robert Buss, 80, peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023 at his home.

Frank was born on February 7, 1943 in La Porte, IN, to Frank  and MayEtta (Littleton) Buss.

On May 25, 1991 in La Porte, IN, he married Jasmine L. Quandt who survives.  Also surviving are his children, Robert A. Buchwalter...

Apr 30, 2023

Carolyn Gail Goley, 64, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023 at Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, KY.

Born in Ary, KY, she was the daughter of George and Pearlie (Banks) Howard, born to them on February 1, 1959.  Carolyn had a huge love for daytime TV shows, her plants, and spending time with her...

Apr 25, 2023

Jeffrey "Jeff" Knoll Ransom, 49, of Brownsburg, tragically passed away from a house fire on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.  Jeff's beloved dog, Penny, also perished in the fire.

Jeff was born on March 10, 1974 in La Porte, IN, to Richard Keith and Nancy Jean (Knoll) Ransom.

He is survived by his son, Lawrence "Knoll"...