Obituaries

Charles Paul Hanna

Charles Paul Hanna

Jul 11, 2025

Charles Paul Hanna, 87, of La Porte, IN, passed away on July 11, 2025 at Northwest Health-La Porte.  

A full obituary will be forthcoming.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, La Porte.

Jeffrey Joseph Parsons

Jeffrey Joseph Parsons

Jul 5, 2025

Jeffrey Joseph Parsons, 64, of La Porte, IN, unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025.Jeffrey was born on October 24, 1960, in La Porte, IN, to Woodrow and Dorothy (Jackson) Parsons.On April 19, 1985, in La Porte, IN, he married Laurie Steigely who survives. Also surviving are his 2 children, Tiffany Parsons of Rockville, MD and Michael Parsons of...

William R. Allen Sr.

William R. Allen Sr.

Jul 3, 2025

William R. Allen Sr., 85, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family.He was born on August 5, 1939, in La Porte, IN, to William and Rachel (Willson) Allen.William is survived by his 4 sons, Rick (Sylvia) Allen of La Porte, Randy (Eric Wooden) Allen of Indian Rocks, FL, Rodney...

Gerald Lee Felton Sr.

Gerald Lee Felton Sr.

Jul 3, 2025

Gerald Lee Felton Sr., 92, of La Porte, IN peacefully passed away on July 3, 2025 at his home, surrounded by his family.Gerald was born on November 16, 1932, in La Porte, IN, to Fredrick and Myrtle (Weller) Felten.On September 5, 1959 in La Porte, IN, he married Priscilla Dixon who preceded him in death on November 9, 2018. Gerald...

Veronica "Sue" Stack

Veronica "Sue" Stack

Jul 1, 2025

Veronica "Sue" Stack, 80, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at Brickyard Health-La Porte Care Center.Sue was born on October 3, 1944, in Merrillville, IN, to Clifton and Stella (Renz) Broadaway.In Las Vegas, she married Michael Stack, who preceded her in death. Surviving Sue are her 5 children, Pamela McKee of Rolling Prairie, Laura (Dwayne)...

John Harry Long

John Harry Long

Jun 28, 2025

John H. Long, of Fish Lake, passed away peacefully in his home on June 28, 2025. He was welcomed with open arms by wife, Audrey Long, and son, Troy Long, who preceded him in death.

John was born in La Porte to Raymond and Margaret Long. On September 16, 1967, he married Audrey Long of Fish Lake, Indiana.

He worked as an...

Patrick McMahan

Patrick McMahan

Jun 26, 2025

Patrick "Pat" E. McMahan, 70, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Brickyard Health-La Porte Care Center. Pat was born on August 21, 1954, in La Porte, IN, to Bernie Eugene and Barbara (Hollenberg) McMahan. Surviving are his son, Steven (Candace Walker) McMahan of La Porte; sisters, Bonnie (Dennis) Timm and Cindy Scheidel, both of...

Carol Janik

Carol Janik

Jun 23, 2025

Carol Lynne Janik, 62, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, June 23, 2025.Carol was born on April 7, 1963, in Chicago Heights, Illinois, to William and Helen (Phillippe) White.As a child, Carol moved to Leesburg, Florida where she graduated high school. Carol married Phillip Alfred Janik, Jr., on June 10, 1989. They remained happily...

Sandra "Sandy" Kay Dexter

Sandra "Sandy" Kay Dexter

Jun 22, 2025

Sandra "Sandy" Kay Dexter-Scott passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025, in Michigan City, Indiana. She will be fondly remembered for her outgoing personality, loyalty to family and friends, and her loving and caring nature.

Sandy was born on March 20th, 1944, in South Bend, Indiana, to Herman L. Adams, Jr. and Lois Irene Adams. She was a lifelong resident of...

Irene "Cookie" Orlin

Irene "Cookie" Orlin

Jun 16, 2025

Irene "Cookie" Orlin, 76, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, generosity, and deep love for others.

Born on April 8, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois, Cookie was the beloved daughter of Leon and Laura (Mitchell) Jaskot. Known for her vibrant personality and compassionate heart, Cookie had a gift for...

Beverly Ann Hartman-Hill

Beverly Ann Hartman-Hill

Jun 15, 2025

Beverly Ann (Carlson) Hartman-Hill, age 85, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at her home in La Porte, IN. Her soul went to Heaven and her earthly body has been donated to Indiana University School of Medicine's Anatomical Education Program.

Beverly was born on May 24, 1940, to William and Dora (Kroll) Carlson at her grandparents' home in Ashkum, IL.

As...

Randall "Randy" Martin Coleman

Randall "Randy" Martin Coleman

Jun 14, 2025

Randall "Randy" Martin Coleman, 69, of La Porte, IN, passed peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Randy was born on April 5, 1956, in Hanover, NH to the late James E. Coleman Jr. and Rita D. (Mills) Coleman.

On August 9, 1980, in La Porte, IN, he married Linda Kay Combs who preceded him...

Jason Michael Goers

Jason Michael Goers

Jun 12, 2025

Jason Michael Goers, 37, of Knox, IN, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.Jason was born on August 3, 1987, in South Bend, IN, to Jacqueline (Griffin) Davis and Jeffery Goers.Surviving Jason are his mother, Jacqueline (Paul) Davis of Knox; brother, Nicholas (Amanda) Davis of Knox; grandfather, Charles Griffin, Sr. of Mishawaka; aunts, Ginger...

Patricia Gail Gault

Patricia Gail Gault

Jun 11, 2025

Patricia Gail Gault, 91, of La Porte, IN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, under hospice care.

Patricia was born on May 11, 1934, in Huron, South Dakota, to Emmett and Ethel (Donahue) Patterson. A proud graduate of the Class of 1952, she later moved to Springville, Indiana, and began her working career in Gary before settling in La...

Frank Joseph Mancuso, Sr.

Frank Joseph Mancuso, Sr.

Jun 11, 2025

Frank Joseph Mancuso, Sr., 59, of La Porte, IN, passed away on June 11, 2025, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family.He was born on January 17, 1966, in Hanover, NY, to Gillis and Shirley (Austin) Mancuso.Frank is survived by his children, Joshua (Tiffany) Mancuso of Dewittville, NY, Derick (Allie) Nesvold of New Carlisle, Frank Mancuso, Jr....

Michael "Mikie" Frank Calderone

Michael "Mikie" Frank Calderone

Jun 11, 2025

Michael "Mikie" Frank Calderone, 47, of Michigan City, IN, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Franciscan Health-Michigan City.Mikie was born on November 19, 1977, in Chicago, IL, to Ignatius and Nancy (Dabkovich) Calderone.Surviving are his sister, Denean Calderone of Michigan City; brother, Ignatius Calderone of KY; nephews, John O'Banion of Michigan City, Connor O'Banion of Fish Lake, and...

"Smitty" Wilgus James Smith

"Smitty" Wilgus James Smith

Jun 10, 2025

Wilgus James "Smitty" Smith, 94, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Brickyard Healthcare-Terrace Care Center.Smitty was born on August 1, 1930, in Decoy, KY, to Charles and Laura (Davis) Smith.On June 4, 1955, in La Porte, IN, he married Zoe Ann Glanz who survives. Also surviving are his 3 children, Vicki (Mark) Schwinkendorf of La...

Betty Lois Ash

Betty Lois Ash

Jun 9, 2025

Betty Lois Ash, 72, of La Porte, IN, passed away on June 9, 2025, at Northwest Health-Porter. She was born on September 3, 1952, in Jackson, MS, to Austin and Hallie Mae (Warner) Denney.Betty is survived by her 3 children, Gina Bernacchi of Sawyer, Mi, Lynn (Kim) Tindle of La Porte, and Marty Tindle of La Porte; 15 grandchildren, Britney,...

Kelli Ann Hicks

Kelli Ann Hicks

Jun 6, 2025

Kelli Ann Hicks, 51, of Michigan City, IN, tragically passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025, in TN, doing something she truly loved.Kelli was born on October 4, 1973, in New Carlisle, IN, to Gerald and Judy Hicks.On September 14, 2024, she married James "Jim" Stanley, who survives. Also surviving are her daughter, Hanna Martinez of New Carlisle; parents, Gerald...

Eddie Lynn Dowdy

Eddie Lynn Dowdy

Jun 6, 2025

Eddie Lynn Dowdy, 69, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Northwest Health La Porte.Eddie was born on July 20, 1955, in Waco, TX, to J.D. and Willie (Bodie) Dowdy.On October 18, 2004, in Southlake, TX, he married Margaret Turner who survives. Also surviving are his 5 children, Jay Dowdy, Maria Ethridge, Amanda Davill, Nena...