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...

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...

Kenneth R. Metcalf, Sr.

Apr 2, 2025

Kenneth R. Metcalf Sr., 77, of Hamlet, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Northwest Health-Porter, with his loving family by his side.

He was born on August 10, 1947, in La Porte, Indiana, to Kenneth and Catherine (Schroeder) Metcalf.

Kenneth is survived by his 3 children, Kenneth R. Metcalf, Jr. of La Porte, Stephanie M. Watkins of La Porte,...

Richard Allen Vaughan

Apr 2, 2025

Richard Allen Vaughan, 67, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Northwest Health-La Porte.

Richard was born on July 21, 1957, in Michigan City, Indiana, to William A. Vaughan and Nora (Geese) Korbel.

On March 23, 1996, in La Porte, Indiana, he married Gail Szabo who survives. Also surviving are his 5 children,...

Patricia "Patti" Ann Larson

Apr 1, 2025

Patricia "Patti" Ann Larson, 64, of La Porte, IN, unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Patti was born on July 6, 1960, in South Bend, IN to Eugene and Peggy (Keller) Eggleston.

Surviving are her 2 children, Maggie Larson of Odgen Dunes and Max Larson of Michigan City; grandson, Jason Adkins of Ogden Dunes; sister, Susan Eggleston of New Carlisle;...

Shelly Ann Vermette

Mar 31, 2025

After a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her friends and family, Shelly (Stephens) Vermette, 62, of La Porte, IN, passed away on March 31, 2025. A proud mother of seven, Shelly shared her days with her partner, Kent Pittman, and their cherished cat, Terrorist.

She is survived by her sons, Jason, Daniel, Stephen, and Garry; daughters, Samantha and...

Thomas "Hap" Henry Greening

Mar 30, 2025

Thomas "Hap" Henry Greening, 78, of South Bend, IN, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at Miller's Health and Rehab, La Porte

Hap was born on March 28, 1947, in Valparaiso, IN, to Ord and Kathleen (Moore) Greening.

Surviving are his sister, Glenda Fagg of Sullivan, IN; brother, Raymond (Helen) Greening of Michigan City, IN; several nieces and nephews; cousin, Paula...

Jeffrey Jessie Perez

Mar 29, 2025

Jeffrey Jessie Perez, 54, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, March 29, 2025, surrounded by his devoted family.

Jeff was born on July 9, 1970, in La Porte, to Jesus Sanchez and Wanda (Humphrey) Perez.

On November 17, 1995, Jeff married the love of his life, Lauressa Arndt, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She survives, along with...

Karen Ann Towle

Mar 28, 2025

Karen Ann Towle, 72, of La Porte, IN, passed away on March 28, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Karen was born on July 22, 1952, in La Porte, IN, to Donald Mathias and Alice Jane (McLeod) Machler.

On May 12, 1984, in La Porte, IN, she married David Towle who survives. Also surviving are her 3 children, Jennifer (Charles)...

Terry "Paulie" Paul Levandoski

Mar 23, 2025

Terry Paul "Paulie" Levandoski, 64, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Northwest Health-La Porte, surrounded by love.

Born on September 21, 1960, in La Porte, Paulie was the son of Thomas and Eleanor (Smith) Levandoski. From a young age, he was known for his big heart, larger-than-life personality, and his unwavering loyalty to those...

William Joseph Latchford, Jr.

Mar 23, 2025

William Joseph Latchford, Jr., 86, of Mill Creek, IN, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 23, 2025.

William was born on April 13, 1938, in Staten Island, NY, to William J. and Alice S. (Birmingham) Latchford.

On August 20, 1960, in Buffalo, NY, he married Donna Calderaro who preceded him in death on January 3, 2021. Surviving are his...