Larry Donald Bannwart

Jul 10, 2024

Larry Donald Bannwart, 71, of North Liberty, IN, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his family.

Larry was born in Michigan City, IN, on September 1, 1952, to Merle and Barbara (Deutscher) Bannwart.

Larry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Jean (McEnterfer). Also surviving are his 4 sons, Jeremy (Susan) Bannwart, Jamie (Kim Butts)...

Carol Ann Applegarth

Jul 9, 2024

Carol Ann Applegarth, 86, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at Residence at Coffee Creek.

Carol was born on December 25, 1937, in La Porte, IN, to Merlin and Fern (Kemp) Porter.

She married Leo William Applegarth, who survives. Also surviving are her 3 children, William G. (Renee) Applegarth of La Porte, David J. (Debbie) Applegarth of La Porte, and Elizabeth...

Donna Jean Teter

Jul 8, 2024

Mrs. Donna Jean Teter, 90, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on July 8, 2024 at Miller's Health and Rehab.

Donna was born on November 9, 1933 in La Porte, IN, to John and Doris (Glanders) Mayer.

On September 29, 1951 in La Porte, she married Thomas D. Teter, who preceded her in death. Surviving Donna are her children, Nancy (Chad) Addie...

James Albert Burris

Jul 5, 2024

James Albert Burris, 92, was ushered into the arms of Jesus on July 5, 2024. He has fought the good fight and he has finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day and not only to...

William Michael Finney

Jul 5, 2024

William "Bill" Michael Finney, 73, passed away on Friday, July 5, 2024 at his home.

Bill was born on October 18, 1950, in Michigan City, IN, to William and Dorothy (Tarwater) Finney.

On April 1, 1996 in Michigan City, IN, he married Virginia "Jenny" Duncan who survives. Also surviving are his 4 sons, Michael, Ty, Trey, and Frank Finney; several grandchildren; several...

Austin Jay Jones

Jul 4, 2024

Austin Jay Jones, 29, of La Porte, Indiana, unexpectedly passed away from a vehicle accident, on Wednesday, July 4, 2024.

Austin was born in La Porte, IN, on October 25, 1994 to Kelly J. and Jennifer J.(Blint) Jones.

On May 18, 2018 in Columbia, IN, he married Chloe Holley who survives. Also surviving are his 3 sons, Avery J., Adrian E., and...

Barbara Mary Jonas

Jun 30, 2024

Barbara Mary Jonas, 88, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on June 30, 2024, at Brickyard Health-La Porte Care Center.

Barbara was born on March 31, 1936 in La Porte, IN, to Robert and Elizabeth (Parks) Brown.

On January 15, 1955 in La Porte, IN, she married Robert Jonas who preceded her in death. Surviving Barbara are her 2 sons, David Michael...

Keith Robert Williams

Jun 30, 2024

Keith Robert Williams, 71, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on June 30, 2024, at his home after a valiant fight against cancer.

Keith was born on June 1, 1953, in Frankfort, IN, to Louis and Marjorie (Jenkins) Williams.

On October 29, 1999 in La Porte, IN, he married Betty Whaley who survives. Also surviving are his children, Eric Williams, Alicia Williams,...

James Edwin Lukac

Jun 29, 2024

James "Jimmy" Edwin Lukac, 70, passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Franciscan Health-Michigan City. 

Jimmy was born on October 3, 1953, in La Porte, IN, to Steve and Louise (Okeley) Lukac. 

Surviving Jimmy are his 4 brothers, Jerry (Tawnya) Lukac Sr. of La Porte, Steve Lukac Jr. of Bensenville, IL, Billy (Peggy) Lukac of La Porte, and Tom "Byrd" (Susan)...

William Scott Reed

Jun 26, 2024

William S. Reed passed away at the age of 76, June 26, 2024, at his home.

William was born in La Porte to Harold and Virginia (Knoll) Reed on January 24, 1948. Along with his parents; a sister, Rosemary; and brother, David; preceded him in death.

In 1986, Bill married Barbara Fox. Surviving are his wife; son, Andrew; daughter, Brooke (Stephen); stepson,...

Diane Purtha

Jun 24, 2024

Diane Carol Purtha, 66, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024 in La Porte.

Diane was born in La Porte, Indiana, on October 3, 1957 to Clement and Sylvia (Dubbert) Purtha.

Surviving are her beloved children, Carol (Joshua) Mansfield of Union Mills and Marie (Joe) Boo of Kingsford Heights; 5 grandchildren; siblings, Steve (Diane) Purtha of La Porte, Dennis...

Arlene Cohan

Jun 19, 2024

Arlene B. Cohan, 77, of La Porte, IN, passed away on June 19, 2024 at Chesterton Manor.

Arlene was born on January 12, 1947, in Gary, IN, to Archabold and Rose (Lovine) Cohan.

Surviving Arlene are her brother, Arthur Cohan of La Porte; nieces, Ann (Jim) Shaffer of La Porte, Adele (Chris) Riffle of Burghill, OH,...

Robert Allerton

Jun 18, 2024

Robert "Uncle Rotten" Marion Allerton II, 58, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, surrounded by those who love him.

Robert was born on April 7, 1966, in Benton Harbor, MI, to Robert and Patricia (Thorton) Allerton.

Surviving Robert are his daughter, Darlana Allerton of New Orleans, LA; sisters, Avalon Esposito of Columbus, OH, Julie Frobeter of Niles, MI, and Melissa Smith...

Caryl Volle

Jun 17, 2024

Caryl Ann Volle, 85, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on June 17, 2024 at her home.

Caryl was born on June 11, 1939 in La Porte, IN, to Oliver "Pete" Gust and Mildred Olson.

On July 7, 1962 in La Porte, IN, she married Albert Volle "LVB" who survives. Also surviving are her 2 daughters,...

Jenny Ann Minich

Jun 14, 2024

Jenny Ann (Marsh) Minich, 42, of La Porte, Indiana, went home to be with Jesus, her Lord and Savior, on June 14, 2024. 

Jenny was born on November 16, 1981, in La Porte, Indiana, to John and Debra (Ferguson) Marsh.

On August 28, 2004, she married Andrew Minich who survives. Also surviving are her 2 children, Ella and Wesley Minich, both of...

Florence R. Hobby

Jun 10, 2024

Florence Rae Hobby, 60, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024, surrounded by people who love her at the Ernestine M. Raclin House, Mishawaka. Florence fought up to her last breath. 

Florence was born on May 16, 1964, in East Chicago, IN, to Keith Podell and Nancy Perkins. 

Surviving Florence are her 2 dearly loved daughters, Montana (Jake Milzarek) Hobby of La...

Robert D. Frame

Jun 8, 2024

Robert "Bob" David Frame, 65, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.

Bob was born on April 23, 1959 in La Porte, IN to David and Margaret (Vandall) Frame.

Surviving Bob are his former wife and caregiver, Tami Heimer of La Porte; daughter, Hollie (Randall) Collette of La Porte; granddaughters, Jordan (Ian) Downs of Portage, Kali...

Kurt Alan Ott

Jun 3, 2024

Kurt Alan Ott, 62, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his family. He fought a valiant 2 year fight against cancer.

Kurt was born on August 3, 1961 in La Porte, IN to Robert and Judith (Koritz) Ott.

On September 3, 1988 in La Porte, IN, he married Jodi Fowler who survives. Also surviving are his...

Jeffery Lane Gregory

Jun 2, 2024

Jeffery Lane Gregory, 64, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at Northwest Health La Porte.

Jeff was born on July 20, 1959 in East Chicago, IN to Ernest and Nova (Daugherty) Gregory.

On May 8, 1981, he married Thomasa Owens who survives. Also surviving are his 3 children, Daniel (Michael) Vincent of Nashville, TN, Stephanie (Patrick Lavery, Jr.) Ortt of Valparaiso,...

Phyllis Schneider

May 27, 2024

Phyllis J. Schneider, 86, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024 at Miller's Health and Rehab in La Porte.

Phyllis was born in Knox, Indiana on June 16, 1937 to Clarence and Mary (Jernas) Weidner.

In 1956, Phyllis married Gale Loren Schneider who preceded her in death. Surviving are her daughter, Maureen (Barry) Apter of Benicia, California; 3...