Obituaries
Mary Jane Sharp
Jul 25, 2025
Mary Jane Sharp, 92, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, at her son's home.Mary was born on August 15, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois to John Joseph and Mary (Jenkins) Meyer.Surviving are her sons, Paul (Kathy) Mc Gowan of La Porte, James Mc Gowan of Chicago, Illinois and Christopher Mc Gowan of Frankfort, Illinois; grandchildren, Rebecca...
David Daniel
Jul 24, 2025
David Ellis Daniel, 4 months old, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on July 24, 2025.
David was born on March 22, 2025, in Valparaiso, Indiana to William Daniel and Haley Marie Litke.
Surviving are his parents; sisters, Carrie-Anne and Ellie Litke; grandparents, Paul and Ramona Daniel, Jeff Litke, Diane Litke, Burt Litke, and Mary Daniel; and several aunts and uncles.
A...
Bobbi Delores Nowatzke
Jul 18, 2025
Bobbi Delores Nowatzke, 61, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, July 18, 2025.Bobbi was born on January 4, 1964, in La Porte, IN, to Robert and Linda (Probst) Nowatzke.On August 25, 2007, she married Michael "Mike" E. Beaver who survives. Also surviving are her 3 children, Damon (Bonnie) Nowatzke of Walkerton, Bridget (Andrew) Olson...
Karen Lee Asbell
Jul 13, 2025
Karen Lee Asbell, 68, of La Porte, IN passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Northwest Health-La Porte.Karen was born on September 16, 1956, in Kennett, MO, to Richard and Margaret (Shank) Schneider.Karen is survived by her children: Tommy (Nadean) Shanks of Mariposa, CA, Katie (Joey) Holt of Carthage, NC and Elija (Shaina) Poulos of La Porte, IN; grandchildren: Lee Shanks, LeeAnne Shanks,...
Judith Barnhart
Jul 11, 2025
Judith Carole Barnhart, 82, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Trustwell Living at Settlers Place.Judith was born on November 6, 1942, in South Bend, IN, to Louis O. and Florence Virginia (Parker) Martin.Surviving Judith is her son, Craig Barnhart of La Porte.She was preceded in death by her husband, Forrest D. Barnhart Jr.; parents;...
Charles Paul Hanna
Jul 11, 2025
Charles Paul Hanna, 87, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Northwest Health-La Porte. Charles was born in Ohio on February 8, 1938, to Floyd and Bernice (Todd) Hanna. On June 20, 1959, at First Baptist Church in La Porte, Indiana, he married Phyllis Jones who survives. Also surviving are his children, Pam Gray, Michael (Juanita) Hanna...
Brian Michael Sardeson
Jul 10, 2025
Brian Michael Sardeson, 51, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at IU Health White Memorial in Monticello, Indiana.
Brian was born on January 22, 1974, in La Porte, IN, to Lynda L. (Schultz) Sardeson and John H. Sardeson Jr.
Surviving are his child, Ashley of La Porte; grandson, Aiden Baker; mother, Lynda Sardeson of...
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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