Sep 13, 2018

Ralph E. Howes, 96, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, September 13, 2018 at his home. Ralph was born in Chicago, IL, on December 25, 1921 to Edward B. and Katherine (Bethig) Howes.

On February 1, 1947 in La Porte, he married Margaret S. Zwerg who preceded him in death.  Also surviving are his son, Ralph...

Sep 12, 2018

Joseph Banghart, 74, of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at IU Health La Porte Hospital. Joseph was born in Waukegan, IL, on July 15, 1944.

On February 6, 1998 in Las Vegas, NV, he married Rose M. Phillips who survives in La Porte.  Also surviving are his children, Scott (Tracy) Banghart of Rolling...

Sep 7, 2018

Robert Curtis Wagoner, 84, of La Porte, passed away on Friday, September 7, 2018 at Franciscan Health Michigan City. Robert was born in Alford, IN on January 14, 1934 to Curtis Wagner and Jennie (Harker) McRay.

Robert was married to his wife of over 60 years, Mary Etta Wagoner who preceded him in death on January 22,...

Sep 5, 2018

Retha Louise Ford, 77, of Westville, passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2018.

Retha was born on August 6, 1941 in Mc Minnville, TN, to William and MaryLucille(Womack) Perry.

On June 9, 1956 in La Porte, IN, she married Royce Gene Ford who survives.  Also surviving are her beloved children, Jerry (Christina) Ford of Union...

Sep 5, 2018

Roger L. Beecher, 63, of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Roger was born in Pensacola, FL, on September 20, 1954 to David P.and Barbara (Komb) Beecher.

On December 22, 1986 in Atlanta, GA, he married Donna Clark who survives.  Also surviving are his beloved children,...

Sep 3, 2018

Dr. Walter Herold  Reeves, 87, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, September 3, 2018 at Settlers Place Senior Living. Walter was born in Chicago, IL, on May 18, 1931 to Herold and Betty (Cihla) Reeves.

On June 25, 1960 in Kankakee, IL, he married June Hubert who survives in La Porte.  Also surviving are his beloved...

Sep 2, 2018

Echo Irene Coleman, 94, of La Porte, passed away on Sunday, September 2, 2018 at Fountainview Terrace.

Echo was born on November 3, 1923 in Carrier Mills, IL, to James B. and Hazel (Hoodcock) Purnell.

On June 23, 1945 in New Bedford, Massachusetts, she married Calvin G. Coleman who preceded her in death on March...

Aug 31, 2018

David Venoy Cox, 68, passed away on Friday, August 31, 2018 at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka, IN.

David was born on October 10, 1949 in La Porte, IN, to Harry and Elizabeth (Garner) Cox.

On November 10, 1967 in Kingsbury, IN, he married Doris Stover who survives.  Also surviving are his beloved...

Aug 28, 2018

Margueritte "Marge" Jane Carriveau, 90, of La Porte, passed away on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Hobart. Marge was born in Griffith, IN, on April 7, 1928 to Robert David and Cora (McCabe) Burris.

On August 20, 1948 at City Church in Gary, IN, she married Richard David Carriveau, Sr. who preceded...

Aug 24, 2018

Kazimierz Clifford Pienta, 26 days old, of La Porte, passed away on Friday, August 24, 2018 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend. Kazimierz was born in South Bend, IN, on July 29, 2018 to Peter Pienta and Ashlyn Mayes.

Surviving are his parents; his sister, Violet Wolfe; and several grandparents, aunts, and uncles.

Cremation has...

Aug 24, 2018

Sandra "Sandy" Jean Harley, 73, of Mill Creek, passed away on Friday, August 24, 2018 at her home. Sandra was born in Westville, IL, on April 5, 1945 to Glen Edward and Norma Jean (McIntosh) McDaniel.

On April 4, 1992 in La Porte, IN, she married Roger Arlen Harley who preceded her in death.  Surviving are her...

Aug 20, 2018

Craig E. Scott, 80, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, August 20, 2018 at his home. Craig was born in La Porte, IN, on December 29, 1937 to Hoyt and Joan (Hyman) Scott.

On August 31, 1991 in La Porte, IN, he married Sandra "Sandy" Adams who survives in La Porte.  Also surviving are his daughters,...

Aug 18, 2018

Lawrence "Larry" W. Ray, 86, of North Liberty, passed away on Saturday, August 18, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Larry was born on July 17, 1932 in Dearborn, MI, to Curtis William and Thelma (George) Ray.

On December 19, 1953 in La Porte, IN, he married Sherry Kay Jones who preceded...

Aug 16, 2018

Gwen L. Thorgren, 59, of La Porte, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, August 16, 2018. Gwen was born in Portsmouth, OH, on March 31, 1959 to Walter L. and Helen J. (Payne) Downey.

On May 27, 1978 in La Porte, IN, she married Eric who preceded her in death.  Surviving are her beloved children,...

Aug 14, 2018

Rosie Geneva Fain, 64, of La Porte, passed away on Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at her home.

Rosie was born on November 7, 1953 in Michigan City, IN, to Robert and Hazel (Callahan) Willford.

On May 5, 1973 in New Buffalo, MI, she married Larry D. Fain who survives.  Also surviving are her beloved children,...

Aug 14, 2018

Lois Stayback, 87, of La Porte, passed away on August 14, 2018 at her home with her family by her side. Lois was born on December 23, 1930 to Frank and Dorothy (Garloff) Hutton.

In 1953, she married Robert Stayback who preceded her in death in 1978. Surviving are her son, William Stayback; daughters, Tari (Al) Taylor...

Aug 13, 2018

Doyal Arlo Holt, 79, of Rolling Prairie, passed away on Monday, August 13, 2018.

Doyal was born on July 9, 1939 in Red Rock, AR, to ArleyArlo and Sendie (Shattswell) Holt.

In 1959 in Kingsford Heights, IN, he married Carol Ann Avery who preceded him in death.  Surviving are his sons, Danny and David Holt...

Aug 11, 2018

Melvin "Mel" J. Shinn, 95, of La Porte, formerly of Hanna, passed away on Saturday, August 11, 2018 at his home with his family by his side.

Mel was born in North Liberty, IN, on January 14, 1923 to Walter and Erma (McKean) Shinn.

On May 10, 1952, he married Evelyn (Benke) Shinn who preceded...

Aug 5, 2018

Robert "Bob" Charles Cooper, 75, of Union Mills, passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2018 at his home.

Bob was born in South Bend, IN, on April 25, 1943 to Max Robert and Marcia O. (Hendrickson) Cooper.

On March 26, 1976 in Mishawaka, IN, he married Karen Kammrath who survives in Union Mills. Also surviving...

Aug 3, 2018

Sheila M. Galloway, 74, passed away on Friday, August 3, 2018 at Miller Health and Rehab.

Sheila was born on June 18, 1944 in Winchester, KY, to William and Emma (Allen) Bruckman.

Surviving are her beloved children, Lana (Kirt) David and Kevin (Davena) Galloway, both of La Porte; grandchildren, Hayden (Hollie) David of Michigan City,...