Obituaries

Robert James Tallant

Robert James Tallant

May 5, 2023

Robert "Bob" James Tallant, a lifelong resident of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2023, at the age of 69.  Born on June 9, 1953, to William "Jim" and Ruth (Griewank) Tallant, Bob was known for his adventurous spirit and love for life.

Bob is survived by his loving children, Jennifer Tallant of Austin,...

Richard "Pikey" Roy Hahn

Richard "Pikey" Roy Hahn

May 4, 2023

Richard "Pikey" Roy Hahn, 92, passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Brickyard Healthcare- Terrace Care Center in La Porte.

Richard was born on April 25, 1931 in Michigan City, IN, to Raymond and Clara (Ludwin) Hahn.

On January 10, 1953 at St. John's Church in Michigan City, he married Barbara J. Rohde who...

Darryl Wade Bunch

Darryl Wade Bunch

May 3, 2023

Darryl Wade Bunch, known affectionately as DB, was a man of great intelligence, boundless adventure, and keen analysis. Born on the third of November in the year 1958, in LaPorte, Indiana to Violet & Hoy Bunch, he embarked on a journey that would span the course of his life until the second of May, 2023, when he took his...

Francisco Benavidez, Jr.

Francisco Benavidez, Jr.

May 2, 2023

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Frank Robert Buss

Frank Robert Buss

Apr 30, 2023

Frank Robert Buss, 80, peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023 at his home.

Frank was born on February 7, 1943 in La Porte, IN, to Frank  and MayEtta (Littleton) Buss.

On May 25, 1991 in La Porte, IN, he married Jasmine L. Quandt who survives.  Also surviving are his children, Robert A. Buchwalter...

Carolyn Gail (Howard)  Goley

Carolyn Gail (Howard) Goley

Apr 30, 2023

Carolyn Gail Goley, 64, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023 at Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, KY.

Born in Ary, KY, she was the daughter of George and Pearlie (Banks) Howard, born to them on February 1, 1959.  Carolyn had a huge love for daytime TV shows, her plants, and spending time with her...

Jeffrey Knoll Ransom

Jeffrey Knoll Ransom

Apr 25, 2023

Jeffrey "Jeff" Knoll Ransom, 49, of Brownsburg, tragically passed away from a house fire on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.  Jeff's beloved dog, Penny, also perished in the fire.

Jeff was born on March 10, 1974 in La Porte, IN, to Richard Keith and Nancy Jean (Knoll) Ransom.

He is survived by his son, Lawrence "Knoll"...

Donna Charlene (Tripp)  Brown

Donna Charlene (Tripp) Brown

Apr 25, 2023

Donna Charlene Brown, 84, passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at her home, surrounded by those who dearly loved her.

Donna was born on December 21, 1938 in Syracuse, NY, to George and Lucille (Donaldson) Tripp.

On July 8, 1961 in Onondaga Hill, NY, she married Donald Leonard Brown, who survives.  Also surviving are...

Dennis Pat Gardner

Dennis Pat Gardner

Apr 24, 2023

Dennis Pat Gardner, 87, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023 at his home, surrounded by loved ones. Dennis was born in South Bend, IN, on November 24, 1935 to Ivan Warren and Lois Mae (Held) Gardner.

On June 15, 1957 in Michigan City, IN, he married Barbara Ganschow who survives.  He is also...

Mary Florence (Grover)  Allen

Mary Florence (Grover) Allen

Apr 16, 2023

Mary Florence Allen, 68, surrounded by her family, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, April 16, 2023.

She was born on December 8, 1954  in Brazil, IN, to George and Lucille (Kaminski) Grover.

On October 5, 1974 in La Porte, IN, she married John Richard Allen Jr., who...

Shirley (Johnson)  Kaber

Shirley (Johnson) Kaber

Apr 15, 2023

Shirley Johnson Kaber, 95, passed away at Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center on Saturday, April 15, 2023 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.  Shirley had moved, to Manitowoc from La Porte in September of the previous year, to be closer to her daughter and son-in-law.

Shirley was born August 18, 1927 in La Porte to the late Evans H. and...

Sherry K. (Keel)  Waters

Sherry K. (Keel) Waters

Apr 14, 2023

Sherry K. Waters, a friendly, intelligent, and faith-filled woman, passed away peacefully in La Porte, IN, on April 14, 2023. Born on September 18, 1925, in La Porte, IN, to J. Thomas Keel and Minnie (Schweder) Keel, Sherry lived a life full of love, laughter, and devotion to her family, friends, and community.

On February 3, 1944,...

Harrel Dean Jarrett, Jr.

Harrel Dean Jarrett, Jr.

Apr 11, 2023

Harrel Dean Jarrett, Jr., 56, passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Harrel was born on May 28, 1966 in La Porte, IN, to Harrel D. Jarrett, Sr. and Pamela R. (Zellers) Johnson.

Harrel is survived by his sisters, Dawn Jarrett and Valerie Jarrett; and niece, Tonya Jarrett.

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Wilbur "Bill" Warren Gaut, Jr.

Wilbur "Bill" Warren Gaut, Jr.

Apr 7, 2023

Wilbur "Bill" Warren Gaut, Jr., 74, passed away on Friday, April 7, 2023, at Northwest Health-LaPorte, surrounded by loved ones.

Bill was born on August 12, 1948, in South Bend, IN, to Wilbur W. Gaut Sr. and Mary L. (Holcomb) Gaut.

Our own rockstar, "Little Willie" was known by many for the song California Sun...

Randy Christopher Curless

Randy Christopher Curless

Apr 6, 2023

Randy Christopher Curless, 61, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2023 at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago.

Randy was born on October 30, 1961 in La Porte, IN, to Albert Edwin and Juanita "Neet" Mae (Kindig) Curless.

On December 5, 1981 in New Carlisle, IN, he married Angela M. Zelasko, who survives.  Also...

Mary (Baker)  Welch

Mary (Baker) Welch

Apr 5, 2023

Mary Baker Welch, age 90, died on Wednesday, April 5, 2023.  She was born October 25,1932 in Zanesville, Ohio to Dean M. and Mary Patterson Baker.  Mary graduated from Willis High School in Delaware, Ohio, attended Ohio State University and completed courses at Purdue University.

On August 11, 1951, in Delaware, Ohio, she married Donald A. Welch...

Eleanore Helen (Hekter)  Kruger

Eleanore Helen (Hekter) Kruger

Apr 4, 2023

Eleanore "Elly" Helen Kruger, 94 of La Porte, IN, died on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

She was born on August 1, 1928 in Chicago, IL, to Fritz and Frida (Lichlblaw) Hekter.

Mrs. Kruger was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, St. John's Thrift Shop volunteer, Swanson Senior Center, Healthport, and Retired Telephone Operators...

Christopher J. Miller

Christopher J. Miller

Apr 4, 2023

Christopher J. Miller, 55, of LaPorte, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday April 4, 2023, at his home, from a rare, aggressive, and relentless form of pancreatic cancer.

A kind, fun-loving, and considerate man, Chris will forever be known for his ability to find a friend (or girlfriend) in any crowd… the guy you want to share the...

Ruth Kay (Zonyk)  Garbacik

Ruth Kay (Zonyk) Garbacik

Apr 3, 2023

Ruth "Kay" Garbacik, 78, of Michigan City, IN passed away unexpectedly in her home on April 3, 2023.

Kay was born in Huntington, IN on July 4, 1944, to Michael and Ruth (Smith) Zonyk and she proved to be quite the ‘firecracker’ from that day on! She was big sister to Jay and Jan Zonyk, both of...

Philip Webb McLoughlin

Philip Webb McLoughlin

Apr 3, 2023

Philip Webb McLoughlin, 54, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Philip was born on June 17, 1968 in La Porte, IN, to Philip and Oma Jean "Jean" (Denney) McLoughlin.

Surviving are his sisters, Pamala McLoughlin and Vickie Harmon; brother-in-law, Delbert Brooks; granddaughter, Farrah Voris; nieces, Jasmine Landers, Savannah...

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