Larry A. Dillard

May 5, 2025

Larry A. Dillard, 75, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025.

Larry was born on November 29, 1949, in Pontiac, MI, to William and Ramona (May) Dillard.

On August 22, 1969, in La Porte, IN, he married Pauline "Paula" Koepke who survives. Also surviving are his 2 children, Kim (Patrick) Bessegato and Larry Dillard, all of La Porte;...

Mary Ellen Wedow

May 3, 2025

Mary Ellen (Mecca) Wedow passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the age of 73, surrounded by her husband and daughters. She was born on May 10, 1951, in Michigan City, Indiana, to parents Mary and Joseph Mecca. She enjoyed 50 wonderful years of marriage to her devoted husband, Edward Albert Wedow, Jr. They spent most of their life...

Patricia Ann Badders

May 3, 2025

Patricia Ann Badders, 93, of New Carlisle, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on February 6, 1932, in Mishawaka, Indiana, Patricia was the daughter of Russell and Gertrude (Werner) Overmyer. On May 5, 1951, she married the love of her life, George Badders, with whom she shared many...

Jimmy Spicer

May 1, 2025

Jimmy "Jim Bob" Rae Spicer, 62, of Michigan City, IN, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and family.

He was born on November 11, 1962, in Valparaiso, IN, to Tommy Lawson and MaryAnn (Spicer) Nunez.

On April 26, 2012, he married his childhood sweetheart and love of his life, Brenda Spicer,...

Rita Kay Howard

Apr 30, 2025

Rita Kay Howard, 58, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Rita was born on October 26, 1966, in Michigan City, Indiana, to Clyde and Betty (Munn) Jausch.

On November 5, 1981, in Michigan City, she married the love of her life, Terry Lynn Howard, who preceded her in death. Together,...

Mary Catherine Hansen

Apr 29, 2025

Mary Catherine Hansen, 76, of La Porte, IN passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Mary was born on May 18, 1948, in Chicago, IL, to Stanley and Charlotte (Norton) Portlock.

In June of 1966, in Lansing, IL, she married Raymond J. Hansen, who survives. Also surviving are her 2 children, Lisa (Rick) Mackey of...

Mary "Jane" Loeffler

Apr 27, 2025

Mary "Jane" Loeffler, 78, of La Porte, IN, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, April 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family - the very people she cherished most in this world.

Born on August 3, 1946, in La Porte, IN, to Clarence and Leathe (Haag) Hilgendorf, Jane lived a life full of joy, laughter, and kindness. She...

Kevin James Absher

Apr 24, 2025

Kevin James Absher, 51, of Valparaiso, IN, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Northwest Health-Porter.

He was born on August 7, 1973, in Las Cruces, NM, to James and Sally (Apodaca) Absher.

Kevin is survived by his 2 beautiful daughters, Jasmyne Absher of Fort Worth, TX and Angel Absher of Las Cruces, NM; parents, James (Sally) Absher of La...

Christine M. Rago

Apr 23, 2025

Christine M. Rago, of La Porte, IN, fought a brave battle and passed away on April 23, 2025.

She is survived by her loving soulmate and wife, Laurie. Together they shared over 34 years of love and laughter.

She is the loving mother currently of 6 Border Collies, 2 cats, 2 llamas, as well as several sheep and chickens. Chris was an...

Leo Mae Ritter

Apr 23, 2025

Leo Mae Ritter, 79, of Kingsbury, Indiana, passed away on April 23, 2025, at Brentwood of LaPorte, surrounded by her family

Leo Mae was born on October 4, 1945, in Casey, Illinois to Oliver and Ruby (Bennett) Cooley.

On August 31, 1968, in Kingsbury, IN, she married Edward Leonard Ritter, Jr. who preceded her in death on August...

Jeanne Marie Swanson

Apr 21, 2025

Jeanne Marie Swanson, 97, of La Porte, IN, passed away on April 21, 2025, at Settlers Place.

Jeanne was born on December 5, 1927, in Michigan City, IN,to James and Laura (Cloutier) McNamara.

On November 24, 1949 in Peru, IN, she married Charles Swanson, who preceded her in death. Surviving Jeanne are her 4 children, James (Linda) Swanson of La Porte, Robert...

Suki Cho

Apr 19, 2025

Suki Cho passed away on April 19, 2025, at the age of 82 in Baraga, Michigan.

Born in Yonan, North Korea, she escaped to South Korea with her Christian family in 1951. Separated from her parents and older brother shortly after escaping, she spent the Korean War orphaned on Gyodong Island, where, at eight years old, she lived with her four-year-old...

Geraldene "Jeri" Henning

Apr 18, 2025

Geraldene "Jeri" Emma Henning, 89, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 18, 2025, at Settlers Place, surrounded by love and gentle care.

Born on April 14, 1936, in La Porte, Indiana, Jeri was the daughter of Otto and Marian (MacArthur) White. Her life was marked by quiet strength, faithful service, and a deep love for her family...

MaCayla Boone

Apr 15, 2025

MaCayla Rose Boone, 22, of La Porte, IN, tragically passed away on April 15, 2025.

She was born on December 5, 2002, in Valparaiso, IN, to Johnny and Christina (Levenduski) Boone.

MaCayla is survived by her parents, Johnny and Christina Boone of La Porte; sisters, Chantel and Emma Boone, both of La Porte; grandmothers, Thelma Boone of La...

Sherrie Lynn Jones

Apr 14, 2025

Sherrie Lynn Jones, 70, of La Porte, IN, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2025, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family.

Sherrie was born on August 19, 1954, in La Porte, IN, to Harold and Shirley (Handtke) Bachman.

On June 27, 2014, at Beechwood Golf Course in La Porte, she married Timothy Jones, who survives. Also surviving...

Carolyn Marie Kibby

Apr 11, 2025

Carolyn Marie Kibby, 55, of South Bend, IN, unexpectedly passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025.

Carolyn was born on March 20, 1970, in Michigan City, IN, to Harold and Emma (Kroening) Schultz.

Surviving Carolyn are her 3 children, Payton (Jesse Sugden) Kibby of Mattawan, MI, John Kibby III of New Carlisle, and Riley Kibby of Michigan City; stepdaughter, Kristen (Vince) Collins...

Donna J. Naughton

Apr 9, 2025

Donna J. Naughton, 80, of Mill Creek, IN, passed away on April 9, 2025, at Addison Pointe, surrounded by her family.

Donna was born on November 24, 1944, in Gary, IN, to Gordon F. and Dorothy E. (Wilson) Lamb.

On December 10, 1996 in TN, she married John Naughton, who survives. Also surviving are her 2 sons, David Lowden of Chesterton and...

Christopher R. Justice

Apr 7, 2025

Christopher "Chris" R. Justice, 52, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Northwest Health La Porte.

Chris was born on November 10, 1972, in Ironton, OH, to Charles and Anna (Walters) Justice.

Surviving Chris are his 8 children, Austin Justice of La Porte, Shelby Escobedo of La Porte, Chelsy Scarborough of Portage, Chloe Justice of La Porte,...

Tabitha J. Dills

Apr 3, 2025

Tabitha (Fletter) Dills, age 37, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at University Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana as the result of a heart condition. Tabitha was born on March 24, 1988, in Goshen, IN, to Perry and Vickie (Mullins) Fletter.

She is survived by her husband, James Michael Dills; sons, Alex, Nolan, and Ashton; along...

Trudy Lamb

Apr 3, 2025

Trudy Lynn Lamb, 74, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Northwest Health-Porter.

Trudy was born on August 18, 1950, in Mill Creek, Indiana, to Robert and Edith (Brown) Hamilton.

On August 27, 1983, in La Porte, Indiana, she married Kip Lamb who survives. Also surviving are her children, Samantha Allspaugh, William and...