Caryl Volle

Jun 17, 2024

Caryl Ann Volle, 85, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on June 17, 2024 at her home.

Caryl was born on June 11, 1939 in La Porte, IN, to Oliver "Pete" Gust and Mildred Olson.

On July 7, 1962 in La Porte, IN, she married Albert Volle "LVB" who survives. Also surviving are her 2 daughters,...

Jenny Ann Minich

Jun 14, 2024

Jenny Ann (Marsh) Minich, 42, of La Porte, Indiana, went home to be with Jesus, her Lord and Savior, on June 14, 2024. 

Jenny was born on November 16, 1981, in La Porte, Indiana, to John and Debra (Ferguson) Marsh.

On August 28, 2004, she married Andrew Minich who survives. Also surviving are her 2 children, Ella and Wesley Minich, both of...

Florence R. Hobby

Jun 10, 2024

Florence Rae Hobby, 60, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024, surrounded by people who love her at the Ernestine M. Raclin House, Mishawaka. Florence fought up to her last breath. 

Florence was born on May 16, 1964, in East Chicago, IN, to Keith Podell and Nancy Perkins. 

Surviving Florence are her 2 dearly loved daughters, Montana (Jake Milzarek) Hobby of La...

Robert D. Frame

Jun 8, 2024

Robert "Bob" David Frame, 65, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.

Bob was born on April 23, 1959 in La Porte, IN to David and Margaret (Vandall) Frame.

Surviving Bob are his former wife and caregiver, Tami Heimer of La Porte; daughter, Hollie (Randall) Collette of La Porte; granddaughters, Jordan (Ian) Downs of Portage, Kali...

Kurt Alan Ott

Jun 3, 2024

Kurt Alan Ott, 62, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his family. He fought a valiant 2 year fight against cancer.

Kurt was born on August 3, 1961 in La Porte, IN to Robert and Judith (Koritz) Ott.

On September 3, 1988 in La Porte, IN, he married Jodi Fowler who survives. Also surviving are his...

Jeffery Lane Gregory

Jun 2, 2024

Jeffery Lane Gregory, 64, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at Northwest Health La Porte.

Jeff was born on July 20, 1959 in East Chicago, IN to Ernest and Nova (Daugherty) Gregory.

On May 8, 1981, he married Thomasa Owens who survives. Also surviving are his 3 children, Daniel (Michael) Vincent of Nashville, TN, Stephanie (Patrick Lavery, Jr.) Ortt of Valparaiso,...

Phyllis Schneider

May 27, 2024

Phyllis J. Schneider, 86, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024 at Miller's Health and Rehab in La Porte.

Phyllis was born in Knox, Indiana on June 16, 1937 to Clarence and Mary (Jernas) Weidner.

In 1956, Phyllis married Gale Loren Schneider who preceded her in death. Surviving are her daughter, Maureen (Barry) Apter of Benicia, California; 3...

Susan J. Tharp

May 27, 2024

Susan J. Tharp, 67, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024 at Northwest Health-La Porte

Susan was born in Valparaiso, IN, on October 7, 1956 to Dale and Jean (Kaub) Tharp.

She met her wife, Leslie, on June 16, 2000 and never left her side. Also surviving are her 2 children, Christina "Chrissy" and Dale Tharp, "a traveler...

Winford R. Wahlstrom

May 27, 2024

Winford "Wimp" Rodgers Wahlstrom, 91, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on May 27, 2024, at his home, with family by his side.

Wimp was born on November 26, 1932 in Judsonia, AR to Leonard and Elvie (English) Wahlstrom.

On May 25, 1957 in La Porte, IN, he married Doris Mrozinski, who survives. Also surviving are his...

Bonnie Robinson

May 22, 2024

Bonnie Joyce Robinson, 80, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at her home, surrounded by family.

 

Bonnie was born in La Porte, IN, on October 3, 1943 to Fredrick and Myrtle (Weller) Felton.

 

On December 29, 1972 in Portage, IN, she married James, who preceded her in death on May 14, 2022. Surviving Bonnie are her 4...

Orlando Avila Armstrong

May 22, 2024

Orlando Avila Armstrong, 57, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at his home, with family by his side.

Orlando was born on February 28, 1967 on the small island of Terciera in the Azores, Portugal to Earl and Betty (Wilkins) Armstrong.

Surviving Orlando are his 3 children, Amanda Beadles of Kingsford Heights, Sarah (Dillon) Schoff of La Porte,and John Van Dusen...

Donna Marie Wagner

May 21, 2024

Donna Marie Wagner, 87, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her family.

Donna was born May 28, 1936, to Paul A. Hay and Mary (Baker) Hay in Somerset Township, Somerset, PA, in a small town called Zimmerman, which was a coal mining town. She attended a one room school...

Debra Hughes

May 18, 2024

Debra Joann Hughes, 72, of Hamlet, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, May 18th, 2024, surrounded by family and friends.

Born Debra Joann Shreves on May 17th, 1952, to a large family, Deb was one of nine children. She attended South Central High School, graduating in 1970. After graduation she lived a quiet and compassionate life with her husband, Joe Edward Hughes....

Raymond Jack Ambers

May 14, 2024

Mr. Raymond Jack Ambers, 95, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, with his family by his side. He was born on September 25, 1928, to the late Joseph and Anna (Kwasigroch) Ambers, in Chicago Heights, IL.

On March 21, 1953, he married his loving wife, Charlotte Goodson, from La Porte, IN. Every spring, they celebrated their anniversary. They enjoyed 71...

Helen Alice Hendricks

May 14, 2024

Helen Alice Hendricks, 91, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her family.

Helen was born on December 16, 1932 in Groton, MA, to Harold and Alice (Forrest) Weymouth.

On December 20, 1986 in La Porte, IN, she married Charles Hendricks, who survives. Also surviving are her 3 daughters, Linda Kesling, Janet Kesling, and Sandra Kesling; 2...

Victor Hull

May 10, 2024

Victor Leland Hull, 64, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on May 10, 2024 at Brickyard Health-La Porte Care Center.

Victor was born on January 27, 1960 in La Porte, IN, to Theodore and Mary (Harding) Phillips.

At St. John's, over 30 years ago, he married Brenda Barnes, who preceded him in death on May 1, 2024. Surviving Victor are his 4...

Gerald Dale Marshall

May 9, 2024

Gerald Dale Marshall, 67, of La Porte, IN, passed away on May 9, 2024 at VNA Hospice of Valparaiso. Gerald was born in La Porte, IN, on June 13, 1956, to Darl C. and Jeannette L. (Rutz) Marshall.On February 28, 1998 in La Porte, IN, he married Lisa Holt who survives. Also surviving are his 3 sons, Gary (Amy) Marshall of...

Sammie Convie Clowers

May 7, 2024

Sammie Convie Clowers, 68, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at Hamilton Communities.

He was born on July 5, 1955, in Chicago, IL, to Convie and Daisy (Stegall) Clowers.

Sammie is survived by his 3 siblings, Marilyn (Pete) Bealor, Dale (Fem) Clowers, and Betty (Gary) Huston, all of La Porte; as well as many nieces...

Michael William Felton

May 5, 2024

Michael William Felton, 69, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at Brickyard Healthcare-Terrace Care Center.

Michael was born on January 23, 1955 in La Porte, IN, to Norman and Lillian (Brown) Felton.

On July 19, 1976 in La Porte, IN, he married Kay Novak who survives. Also surviving are his 2 children, Melissa "Missy" Felton and William Felton, both of La...

Douglas Anderson

May 1, 2024

Douglas Oliver Anderson, born October 28, 1940 in La Porte, peacefully passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Preceding him in death are the love of his life, his high school sweetheart and wife of 55 years, Judith K. (Lowery); his beloved sister, LouAnn Steele; and his cherished parents, Mr. Oliver and Mrs. Elizabeth Anderson.

Well known for his determination and entrepreneurship,...