Jun 28, 2019

Ezra Douglas Holbrook, 77, of La Porte, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2019 at La Porte Hospital and Health Services. Ezra was born in Prestonsburg, KY, on March 24, 1942 to Sollie and Zella Mae (Prater) Holbrook.

January 1963 in Norton, VA, he married his beloved Stella (Owsley), who preceded him in death on August 12,...

Jun 26, 2019

Liam was born on February 10, 2019 to Alex Schlagel and Kelsey Siddall in LaPorte, IN and unexpectedly passed away June 26, 2019 in their home at just 4 months old.

Since his birth, Liam has been stealing the hearts of everyone who had the pleasure of knowing and loving him. He enjoyed trying new foods and...

Jun 25, 2019

Ron LeRoy Blanchard, 52, of Rolling Prairie, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at Center for Hospice and Palliative Care in South Bend.  He fought a valiant, decade long battle against Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.

Ron was born on January 13, 1967 in Fairfax, VA, to LeRoy Blanchard and Toni Sollars, who survive.

On September 25,...

Jun 21, 2019

Allen E. Sabo, 81, of La Porte, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2019 at Fountainview Terrace.

Allen was born on March 6, 1938 in Valparaiso, IN, to John J. and Marcella (Condit) Sabo.

Surviving are his children, Felicia (Bruce) Clark of La Porte, Kelaine (David) Harman of Washington, IN, Darren Sabo of West Hollywood,...

Jun 18, 2019

Richard John Howell, 89, of Union Mills, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at Golden Living Center La Porte.

Richard was born on July 9, 1929 in Tracy, IN to Leo and Kathryn (Grage) Howell.

On March 7, 1959 in Union Mills, IN, he married Janet Louise Heironimus who survives.  Also surviving are his...

Jun 15, 2019

Annie Lorine Wilke, 74, of Michigan City, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at her home, with her loving family by her side.

Annie was born on September 26, 1944 in Stanton, TN, to John T. and Nancy J. (Simpson) Jackson.

On May 9, 1964 in Michigan City, she married Ronald, who preceded her...

Jun 11, 2019

Richard Simon, 86, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at Miller's Merry Manor.

Richard was born on July 15, 1932 in Chicago, IL, to Martin and Gizella (Kesce) Simon.

On September 30, 1953 in Michigan City, he married his high school sweetheart, Karen Sadenwater, who preceded him in death, after 64 wonderful years of...

Jun 8, 2019

Michael Douglas Kiger, 15, of La Porte, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at La Porte Hospital. Michael was born in La Porte, IN, on July 14, 2003 to Ron M. Papke and Angie M. (Kiger) Miller.

Surviving are his father, Ron M. (Jessica) Papke of Trail Creek; mother, Angie M. Miller of La Porte; brother,...

Jun 8, 2019

Bernadine Izola Bishop, of La Porte, passed away on the 8th day of June, 2019 at the home of her granddaughter, Lisa Pierzakowski.

Bernadine was born on July 22, 1924 in Heyworth, IL, to Benjamin and Vera (Cunningham) McCray.

Surviving are her daughter, Karen (Clif) Snyder of La Porte; 4 grandchildren, Daniel (Regina) Snyder, Lisa...

Jun 5, 2019

Lucille "Ciel" Nora Plunkett, 88, of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Lucille was born in Chicago, IL, on November 20, 1930 to Joseph N.and Matilda C. (Kraatz) Machtemes.

Surviving are her sister, Geri Manning of Elk Grove Village, IL, as well as numerous nieces and...

Jun 3, 2019

Jerry A. Lough, 80, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2019 at Franciscan Health Michigan City .

Jerry was born on March 16, 1939 in Gary, IN, to Henry C. and Ruth (Weaver) Lough.

On February 4, 1961 in E. U. B. Church, Gary, IN, he married Carole A. Miller who survives. ...

May 31, 2019

Ellis Jr. Martin, 90, of Michigan City, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2019 at his home.

Ellis was born on November 29, 1928 in Guin, AL, to Valentine and Cleo (Riddle) Martin.

On June 7, 1997 in La Porte, IN, he married Doris Mae Hubbard who survives.  Also surviving are his beloved children, Angela...

May 29, 2019

Richard Louis Moreau, Sr., 71, of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at La Porte Hospital.

Richard was born in Gary, IN, on August 12, 1947 to Kenneth Leroy and Kathleen Sue (James) Moreau.

On September 28, 1968, he married Beverly Jean (Truett) Moreau who survives.  Also surviving are his beloved children,...

May 26, 2019

Sheila Anne (Brannon) Pinda, 65, of South Bend, passed away, after a brief illness, on Sunday, May 26, 2019 at Center for Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc.

Sheila was born on March 20, 1954 in Eupora, MS, to Joseph Wiley Brannon, Jr. and Sarah Kathleen (Grammar) Brannon.

On September 20, 2002 in Michigan City, IN...

May 26, 2019

Robert Simon of LaPorte, Indiana passed on Sunday, May 26, 2019.  Robert was the son of Richard and Karen (Sadenwater) Simon, eldest brother to Roger (Sherry) Simon, Wendy (Wayne) Vance and John (Lorie) Simon, and friend to countless others. Robert’s adventure began 62 short years ago in Gary, Indiana. A family man, he spent 42 wonderful years married to...

May 25, 2019

After a long and bravely fought battle, John (Jack) A. Wilczynski, 58, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Jack was born on July 25, 1960 in Gary, IN, to John and Helen (Lissy) Wilczynski.

On June 30, 1979, he married his love and best friend,...

May 24, 2019

Wade Edward Kanney, 100, of La Porte, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2019 at Miller Health and Rehab.

Wade was born on July 23, 1918 in La Porte, IN, to Vincent A. and Helen C. (Wade) Kanney.

Surviving are many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers,...

May 24, 2019

Pastor Kevin Gene Galloway, 50, of La Porte, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2019.

Kevin was born on April 23, 1969 in La Porte, IN, to Gene Galloway and Sheila Galloway.

On January 6, 1990 in Bedford, IN, he married his best friend, Davena Fields, who survives.  Also surviving are his beloved children, Zachary...

May 23, 2019

Philip Bruce Thornburg, 66, of Rolling Prairie, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at home. Philip was born in La Porte, IN, on December 29, 1952 to Myron "Whitey" Albert and Anna  Katherine "Kate" (Wetter) Thornburg.

On October 8, 1994 in La Porte, IN, he married Jan (Scott) who survives.  Also surviving are his father, Myron...

May 22, 2019

Wilma F. Lewis, age 95 , of La Porte, IN, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at La Porte Hospital. Wilma was born in Mc Leansboro, IL, on January 6, 1924 to Harry G. and Nora M. (Gibbs) Gunter.

On May 25, 1943, she married Howard A. Lewis in St. Louis, MO.  Surviving are her beloved...