Aug 15, 2023

Betty Marie Inman, a beloved resident of Kingsford Heights, passed away peacefully at the age of 82 on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at Northwest Health - La Porte. Born on March 5, 1941, Betty was the cherished daughter of Oliver Leo and Ruby Della (Bennett) Cooley. Known for her loving, friendly, and thoughtful nature, Betty's life was a testament...

Aug 13, 2023

Richard Mikel Smith, 72, of La Porte, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023 at Aperion Care Arbors at Michigan City. Richard was born in Chicago, IL, on October 16, 1950 to Kenneth Clifford and Dorothy Marie (Sonniker) Smith.

On July 19, 2008 in La Porte, IN, he married Andrea who survives.  Also surviving are his children,...

Aug 5, 2023

Michelle Lorraine Johnson, a beloved mother, daughter, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at the age of 50 on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Northwest Health - La Porte. Born on September 3, 1972, in La Porte, Indiana, Michelle was a lifelong resident and a cherished member of the community.

She was the loving daughter of Lorraine (Carlson)...

Aug 2, 2023

Mary Wadsworth-Cooke, 89, of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.  She was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, on June 14, 1934 to Freda (Grundeling) and Frederick Buekes.

In addition to being a loving wife and mother, Mary was a cherished friend.  Her warm smile, infectious laughter, and genuine interest in others, endeared her to...

Jul 28, 2023

Judith O. Greenberg, 89, of Rolling Prairie, IN and Chicago, IL, passed away quietly on Friday, July 28, 2023, at her home, surrounded by family Judith was born on November 2, 1933 in Indianapolis, IN, to Dennis and Georgia (Brass) O'Harrow. After a whirlwind romance, she married Aubrey J. Greenberg in Chicago, IL, on October 30, 1957. Surviving Judith...

Jul 22, 2023

James Edward Leston, 96, of Lombard, IL, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

James was born on May 16, 1927 in Elmhurst, IL, to Stephen Nicholas and Anna Elizabeth (Hanseder) Leston.

On June 19, 1948 in St. Alexander Church, Villa Park, IL, he married June Mildred Hofmann, who...

Jul 21, 2023

Jamie R. Steele, 47, passed away on Friday, July 21, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Jamie was born on February 21, 1976 in South Bend, IN, to Kenneth and Theresa Steele.

Surviving Jamie are his children, Kendra Steele and Jacob Seidner, both of La Porte; significant other, Sara Seidner of La Porte; parents,...

Jul 19, 2023

Ronald “Ron” S. Cmiel was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 17, 1934, to the late Stanley and Frances (Pokuta) Cmiel.

Ronald began working at an early age with his father from whom he learned the family dairy business in Chicago.  He was very active in The Boy Scouts of America, and attended DePaul College Prep and...

Jul 18, 2023

Angeline "Angie" Hazel Lewis, a loving, kind and faith-filled woman, passed away peacefully at the age of 88 on Monday, July 18, 2023, at Hamilton Communities in New Carlisle. Born on January 20, 1935, in Chesterton, Indiana, Angie was the daughter of Earl and Laurabell (Walker) Wheeler.

Angie was united in marriage to LeRoy Nathaniel Lewis Jr....

Jul 17, 2023

Carma Louise Ledesma, 41, of Michigan City, unexpectedly passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023 at Franciscan Health, Michigan City.

Carma was born on July 21, 1981 in Michigan City, IN, to Larry D. and Rosie Geneva (Willford) Fain.

On August 13 2011 in Michigan City, IN, she married Antonio Ledesma III, who survives.  Also...

Jul 14, 2023

Karen S. Oman, 60, of Michigan City, passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023 at Franciscan Health Michigan City.

Karen was born on June 16, 1963 in Michigan City, IN, to Sylvester "Sy" and Donna (Stutts) Metts.

On January 30, 1993 in Michigan City, IN, she married Ronnie E. Oman Sr., who survives.  Also surviving...

Jul 11, 2023

John Adam Wegiel, a loving, adventurous, and intelligent man, passed away at the age of 85 on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at Brentwood at La Porte. Born on October 28, 1937, in La Porte, Indiana, to Adam and Sophia (Rosinski) Wegiel, John's life was a testament to his strong character and deep love for his family and country.

Jul 10, 2023

Cheryl Lee Lower, 66, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Cheryl was born on January 29, 1957 in Michigan City, IN, to Chester and Selma (Robbins) Zimmerman.

On May 18, 1991 in La Porte, IN, she married Dennis who survives.  Also surviving are her children, Christopher (Lisa) Hicks...

Jul 8, 2023

Hazel R. Levendoski, 72, of La Porte, passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at her home, surrounded by family and friends. Hazel was born on May 20, 1951 to Howard and Leota (Cochran) Smalley.

On June 8, 1983 in La Porte, IN, she married Jon who survives.  Also surviving are daughters, Margaret Lummis, Cheryl Warner, Kimberly...

Jul 2, 2023

Clarence R. Holliday, 93, of Walkerton, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.  He left this earth with a great testimony for the Lord.

Clarence was born on January 7, 1930 in Swampton, KY, to Luther Lee and Dora May (Bailey) Holliday.

On June 30, 1951 in Knox, IN,...

Jun 30, 2023

Patrick Glen Chenoweth, known with affection as Pat, has been called home by our Lord and Savior. His earthly journey began on July 30, 1949, in Danville, IL, where he was born to Elmo Charles "Chuck" and Mable Marie (Conner) Chenoweth. The good Lord decided to call him home on June 30, 2023, and Pat left this world peacefully...

Jun 29, 2023

Charlotte "Dolly” Marguerite Schultz, 92, of Mishawaka, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at Brickyard Healthcare-Fountainview Care Center, Mishawaka.

Dolly was born on December 16, 1930 in Michigan City, IN, to Arthur C. and Gertrude Dora (Arens) Ransom.

On December 1, 1951, she married Richard John Schultz who preceded her in death.  Surviving Dolly...

Jun 29, 2023

Edward Harold Gustum, 86, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at his home, surrounded by family.

Edward was born on June 5, 1937 in Duluth, MN, to Harold Oscar and Lily Myrtle Christine (Wickstrom) Gustum.

On June 29, 1969 in Iowa Falls, IA, he married Judith "Judy" Ann Bourne who survives. ...

Jun 28, 2023

Gary Richard Travis, 71, of La Porte, unexpectedly passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at Franciscan Health Michigan City. Gary was born in La Porte, IN, on March 24, 1952 to Glenn and Teresa (Gould) Travis.

On November 12, 1971 in La Porte, IN, he married Vicki Steigely who survives.  Also surviving are his children, Dylan...

Jun 26, 2023

Harold David Reed II, 80, of La Porte, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 26, 2023, at Brentwood at La Porte. Known as Dave to his friends and family, he was a wise, generous, and selfless man who touched the lives of many throughout his time with us.

Dave was born in La Porte, on June 26,...