Sep 12, 2022

Joan Lucile Hodowal, 94, of La Porte, IN, passed away on September 12, 2022, having never acknowledged she was indeed quite elderly, a fact that likely contributed to her remarkable longevity. Until the day she left us, our mother also never considered her wardrobe to be complete. Many catalog companies will now see a marked decline in...

Sep 9, 2022

Obituary update:

The family of Lee Daniel Levine regrets to inform you that the memorial service and interment for him has had to be postponed indefinitely due to family illness.

Thank you in advance for your understanding at this very sad time.

For more information, please go to www.cutlercares.com

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Sep 8, 2022

Joan Sylvia Rudnick, 84, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at Northwest Health La Porte.

Joan was born on December 31, 1937 to Elmer and Rose Lapczynski.

On November 18, 1961, she married  Robert Rudnick, who preceded her.  Surviving are her children, Greg (Sharon) Rudnick and Tim (Diane) Rudnick; grandchildren, Bryan...

Sep 6, 2022

Infant Samuel Love Coffman of La Porte, unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2022.

Samuel was born on July 13, 2022 in La Porte, IN, to Timothy Ryan Coffman and Emily Arlene Sischo.

Surviving Samuel are his parents; siblings, Kathleen, Gabriel, Alexander, Victor, and Castiel Coffman; Papa Jeffrey (Cindy) Coffman; grandma, Amy Sischo; aunt,...

Sep 6, 2022

Kaylie Elizabeth Pacione, 19, of Union Mills, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 6, 2022.  She left this earth for something far greater! She was born in Valparaiso, IN, on January 13, 2003 to Clint and Bridget (Christianson) Pacione.

Kaylie was a 2021 graduate of South Central High School.   She was active in cheer, band, National Honor...

Sep 5, 2022

Rebecca Anne Coffeen, 50, of La Porte, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Monday, September 5, 2022.  She passed at home, surrounded by those who loved her.

Rebecca was born on January 6, 1972 in La Porte, IN, to Jack Dale and Mary Marjorie (Gulley) Coffeen.

Surviving Rebecca are her siblings, Robert...

Sep 4, 2022

Douglas P. Taylor, 73, left this world on September 4, 2022 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

He was born on September 7, 1948 to Peter "Scotty" and Edith "Peggy" (Murray) Taylor in La Porte, IN.  For many years, Doug was the owner and operator of Cloudmaker Glass Studios in Michigan City.  He was an...

Aug 31, 2022

Marjorie Dale Guibert, 83, passed away on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at Franciscan Health Michigan City.

Marjorie was born on August 14, 1939 in Chesterton, IN, to Robert E. Brandon and Helen M. (Payne) Brandon-Burke.

On April 20, 1971 in Michigan City, IN, she married Dale who survives.  Also surviving are her sons, Dave (Karen)...

Aug 29, 2022

Kathleen "Kathy" Marie Clemons, 67, of Walkerton, passed away on Monday, August 29, 2022. Kathy was born in La Porte, IN, on June 17, 1955 to Carl and Elaine Carlson.

On December 11, 1978 in Winamac, IN, she married Arnold Clemons who preceded her in death.  Surviving Kathy are her children, Stephanie (Brett) Binversie, Jamie (Jason) Hopkins,...

Aug 28, 2022

Marilyn Jane Grimes, 75, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2022 at her home.

Marilyn was born on July 11, 1947 in La Porte, IN, to Arthur and Mildred (Burke) Grimes.

Surviving Marilyn are her daughter, Ashley (Scott) Martinelli of La Porte; granddaughter, Elizabeth Edlen of La Porte; sister, Carole Grimes of LeRoy, IL; and...

Aug 26, 2022

Matthew Ryan West, 42, of Hanna, passed away on Friday, August 26, 2022. Matthew was born in La Porte, IN, on February 25, 1980 to Terry West and Lori (Berg) Smutzer.

Surviving are his daughters, Katrina and Sienna West and their mother, Heather Kabowski; sons, Braxton and Bradyen West and their mother, Heather West; mother, Lori Smutzer...

Aug 24, 2022

Sanford "Sandy" Augustus Kurth, Jr., 86, passed away on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at Brickyard Healthcare- Terrace Care Center.

Sandy was born on October 21, 1935 in Buffalo, NY, to Sanford and Beatrice (Comeau) Kurth, Sr.

On June 18, 1955, he married Phyllis Byerly who preceded him in death on November 14, 2016.  Surviving Sandy...

Aug 23, 2022

Robert "Bob" M. Fleisher, 85, of La Porte, passed away on Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at his home, surrounded by his family. Bob was born in Bovard, PA, on September 21, 1936 to William Luther and Blanche Ella (Wentzel) Fleisher.

On November 24, 1962 in La Porte, IN, he married Carol McBurney who survives.  Also surviving are...

Aug 16, 2022

Mary Elizabeth Zapala, 75, passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Mary was born on April 30, 1947 in Paducah, KY, to Rex and Mary (Mitchell) Nicholson.

On Januray 6, 1973, she married Richard Zapala who preceded her in death.  Surviving Mary are her children, Kimberly Zapala, Richard (Kim...

Aug 15, 2022

Daniel "Danny" S. Jesko, 80, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, August 15, 2022 at Casa of Hobart.

Danny was born on September 24, 1941 in Chicago, IL, to Walter J. and Anna C. (Hybiack) Jesko.

On October 11, 1969, he married Nancy Pahs who survives.  Also surviving are his daughters, Sherri (Michael) Matthews...

Aug 9, 2022

It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the loss of John Joseph Conway III on August 9, 2022. He was born November 22, 1950, in La Porte, Indiana.

John was preceded in death by his father, John Conway II. He is survived by his mother, Charlotte (Clark) Conway.

John was a life-long resident...

Aug 8, 2022

Richard Lee Eliyas, 73, passed away on Monday, August 8th, 2022, at his home, with his loving wife, Tina, at his side.  He was born on August 18th, 1948, in Port Clinton, Ohio, to Mike and Leona (Ludy) Eliyas.

On December 28th, 1992, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, he married Tina Perkins, who survives. Also surviving is one...

Aug 8, 2022

James Allen Koopman, 50, passed away on Monday, August 8, 2022 at Munster Community Hospital.

James was born on February 26, 1972 in El Paso, TX, to James Koopman and Jennie (Mesman) Kornas.

Surviving James are his father, James Koopman of Lakeville; mother, Jennie Kornas of Gary; sister, Lisa (Josh) Rice of Tyner; brother, Joe...

Aug 8, 2022

Joan Marie Dorencz, 92, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, August 8, 2022 at Brickyard Healthcare- Terrace Care Center, La Porte.

Joan was born on December 10, 1929 in Chicago Heights, IL, to Michael and Marie (Beyer) Mulligan.

Surviving are her children, two sons, Norman (Sandy) Craig of La Porte and Michael (Mary) Craig...

Aug 4, 2022

Naureen Gail Bostelman, 78, of Hudson Lake, passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Naureen was born on February 29, 1944 in Blue Island, IL, to Gustav R. and Ethelyn L.(Mahaffay) Johanson.

On February 29, 1980 in Palos Park, IL, she married Charles S., who survives.  Also surviving are...