Obituaries
Karen Jane Garrett
Apr 11, 2026
Karen, a devout Catholic her entire life, was fiercely independent, graceful and deeply loyal. She carried herself with a quiet, unwavering confidence. Karen loved life on her own terms and in the end, left this world the very same way.
Karen married Ray Garrett on July 11, 1959, where they created a union that would stand the test of time. Together...
Rhonda L. Moser
Jun 28, 2026
Rhonda L. Moser, 74, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Northwest Health-Porter.Rhonda was born on September 3, 1951, in Rensselaer, IN, to Maurice Potts and Shirley Maxine (Graham) Wilda.On September 18, 1981, in La Porte, IN, she married Tommy "Tom" Ray Moser. Also surviving are her son, Steven (Candy) Moser of Kingsbury; granddaughter, Ashely...
James Louis Sherwood
Jun 28, 2026
James "Jim" Louis Sherwood, 83, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at his home, surrounded by family.Jim was born on August 1, 1942, in Wellsboro, IN, to Wallace and Josephine (Vitoux) Sherwood.On September 21, 1963, in St. John's Lutheran Church, he married Susan Kalsow who survives. Also surviving are his son, William Sherwood; sister, Carol...
Raymond Dean Rheinholtz
Jun 27, 2026
Raymond "Ray" Dean Rheinholtz, 88, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at University of Chicago Medical Center in Chicago, IL. Raymond was born on October 8, 1937, in La Porte, IN, to Harry and Elsie (Sweder) Rheinholtz. On March 21, 2015, in La Porte, IN, he married Sharron Sturgill who survives. Also surviving are his...
Keegan Fayzon Roberts
Jun 24, 2026
Keegan Fayzon Roberts, 13, of Michigan City, IN, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.He was born on September 4, 2012, in La Porte, IN, to Dakoda D. Roberts and Samantha J. (Henry) Roberts.Keegan is survived by his parents; sister, Makenzie Roberts of Michigan City; brothers, Dylan and Xavier Roberts of Michigan City; grandparents, Angela (John) White of Michigan City,...
Dennie Ray Fugate
Jun 20, 2026
Dennie Ray Fugate, 75, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026.Dennie was born on May 25, 1951, in Ary, KY, to Dewitt Fugate and Dora Ritchie.On May 29, 1976, in La Porte, IN, he married Glenda "Lee" Downs who survives. Also surviving are his son, Clinton Fugate of La Porte; daughter-in-law, Darla Tylisz of La Porte;...
Nancy Lynn Laufmann
Jun 19, 2026
Nancy Lynn Laufmann, 85, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026, at Miller's Merry Manor-Walkerton.Nancy was born on October 22, 1940, in Memphis, TN, to Lloyd and Nancy (Welch) Rawdon.On August 18, 1962, in Trenton, TN, she married Bernard "Bernie", who survives. Also surviving are her 2 daughters, Lori (David) Chambers of La Porte and Lisa...
Linda Ann Boardman
Jun 11, 2026
Linda Ann Boardman, 75, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Northwest Health-La Porte.Linda was born on September 7, 1950, to George and Annette (Wolcott) Moulder.On June 20, 1970, in Ormond Beach, FL, she married Stephen who preceded her in death on September 25, 2016. Surviving Linda are her 2 daughters, Michelle (Jason Cogswell) Boardman...
David F. Porter
Jun 9, 2026
David F. Porter, 81, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on June 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.Born on April 28, 1945, to Frederick "Fritz" Porter and Marguerite Porter, David lived a life defined by hard work, integrity, and love for those closest to him.David dedicated many years of his life to Weil-McLain before retiring at the age...
James Darrel Williams
Jun 8, 2026
James "Gunner" Darrel Williams, 64, of La Porte, IN, passed away on June 8, 2026.He was born on September 27, 1961, in Valparaiso, IN, to Darrel and Jerilynn (Groff) Williams.Surviving James are his 6 children, Reverend-Christopher Williams of Chesterton, Melissa Williams of Michigan City, Jessica Williams of FL, Tyler Williams of Michigan City, Kash Williams of Michigan City, and Kasandra...
Josina Kay Miser
Jun 3, 2026
Josina Kay Miser, 89, of Rolling Prairie, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
Josina was born on March 18, 1937, in La Porte, IN, to Stanley and Katherine (Trainor) Black.On October 1962, she married Lloyd Delbert Miser, Sr. who preceded her in death in 1993. Surviving are her children, Kenneth (Teresa) Paxson, Lynn (Daniel) Hutts,...
William "Billy" Clinton Robinson III
Jun 2, 2026
William "Billy" Clinton Robinson III, 71, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Trustwell Living at Settlers Place.
He was born on May 20, 1955, in Gary, IN, to William C. Clinton, II and Helen V. (Kapshandy) Robinson.
Surviving Billy are his siblings, Valerie Reitz of Las Vegas, NV, Michael Sturonas of Las Vegas, NV, Janet Jackson...
Gerald Leroy Lukac Sr.
Jun 2, 2026
Gerald Leroy Lukac Sr., 75, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully, following a brief illness, on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.Born in La Porte, Indiana on March 3, 1951, to Stephen and Louise (Okley) Lukac, Sr.Shortly after graduation from La Porte High School in 1969, Gerald enlisted in the United States Army, serving as Morse...
Jackie Emil Koester
Jun 2, 2026
Jackie Emil Koester, 77, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Brickyard Healthcare-Terrace Care Center. Jackie was born on August 2, 1948, in Freeport, IL, to Earl and Charlene (Delzell) Koester. On September 21, 1974, in Chadwick, IL, he married Linda Schlagenhaufen who survives. Also surviving are his son, Zachary (Renee Boda) Koester of Clearwater,...
Geraldine "Gerrie" Allen
Jun 1, 2026
Geraldine "Gerrie" Allen, 78, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026, at Northwest Health-La Porte.She was born on January 23, 1948, in Henderson, KY, to Cletus Parrish and Virginia (Mortis) Craddock.Gerrie is survived by her 2 children, Tommy Sunn and Tracy Sunn, both of La Porte; stepsons, Michael Allen and Kelly Allen, both of La Porte;...
Patrick Joseph Dedic
May 29, 2026
Patrick Joseph Dedic, 27, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026, at the University of Chicago Medical Center.He was born on September 18, 1998, in Chicago, IL, to Jerry Dedic and Paula Getautas.Patrick is survived by his mother, Paula Getautas of La Porte; father, Jerry Dedic of IL; siblings, Jerry Dedic Jr. of Valparaiso, Corey Dedic of Crown...
Gayle Briggs Martyn
May 21, 2026
Gayle Briggs Martyn, 87, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at StoryPoint senior living in Chesterton, IN.
Gayle was born on January 15, 1939, to James Gaylen and Elsie Briggs. As the oldest of five children, she was raised on the family farm outside of Marshalltown, Iowa. She graduated as an RN from Methodist Kahler School...
Suzette Marie Yackus
May 16, 2026
Suzette Marie Yackus, 76, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Northwest Health-La Porte.Suzette was born on November 13, 1949, in South Bend, IN, to George and Mary (Cooreman) Landuyt.On April 11, 1970, in New Carlisle, she married Daniel Yackus, who survives. Also surviving are her 4 children, Angela (Doug) Yackus-Lenig of Rolling Prairie, Jennifer...
Gerald Wayne Jackson
May 15, 2026
Gerald Wayne "Jerry" Jackson, of La Porte, Indiana, peacefully passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Northwest Health--La Porte. Jerry lived courageously with heart failure and other chronic illnesses.Jerry was born on November 8, 1974, in La Porte, Indiana, to Eldon "Buck" and Patricia Ann (Johnson) Jackson. He attended La Porte High School and spent much of his life...
Marvin "Marv" Allen Thomae
May 12, 2026
Marvin "Marv" Allen Thomae, 86, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
Marvin was born on April 4, 1940, in Gary, IN, to Bert and Annabel (Inscho) Thomae.On August 3, 1963, in Library, PA, he married Helen Grace Smith who survives. Also surviving are his children, Todd Thomae of La Porte, Scott Thomae of...
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