Jun 25, 2023

Sharla Sue Bluhm, 74, of La Porte, passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at her home, surrounded by family.

Sharla was born on December 23, 1948 in La Porte, IN, to George and Dorothy (Brownlee) Gillham.

On September 24, 1966, she married Phillip L. Bluhm who preceded her in death on February 28, 2019. ...

Jun 20, 2023

Mary Frances Terzino, 77, died June 20, 2023. She was born December 15, 1945 to Dorothy and Frank Ullrich of Mount Clemens, Michigan.

A journalism graduate of Michigan State University, she began her career as a reporter for the Chicago Tribune. Later, she moved into financial communications at the Northern Trust Company and First National Bank of...

Jun 19, 2023

LaVon Eva Hines, 92, of La Porte, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, June 19, 2023. LaVon was born in La Porte, IN, on October 19, 1930 to George and Edith (Williams) Lain.

On July 2, 1949, in La Porte, LaVon married Howard E. Curry. On June 12, 1975 in La Porte, she married...

Jun 19, 2023

Ruby May Jones, 68, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023 at Life Care Center of Michigan City. She was born in Colorado Springs, CO, on July 3, 1954 to Tony and Dessie (Atencio) Brito.

Ruby enjoyed over 20 years of marriage to John Jones, who preceded her in death.  Surviving Ruby are her...

Jun 18, 2023

Stephen Edward Blazek, 84, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Stephen was born on August 9, 1938 in Chicago, IL, to Stephen and Mary (Klobubar) Blazek.

On June 27, he married Dorothy Bubalo, who survives.  Also surviving are his children, Stephen (Mary) Blazek of La Porte, Daniel Blazek...

Jun 15, 2023

Janet Sue McAlpine, 76, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at her home with family by her side. Janet was born in Chicago Heights, IL, on July 28, 1946 to S.J. and Hazel (Reeder) Summers.

On August 19, 1967 in Park Forest, IL, she married Thomas W. McAlpine who survives.  Also surviving are...

Jun 11, 2023

Janet Sue Mayes, 83, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023 at her home, surrounded by family.

Janet was born on September 28, 1939 in Minneapolis, MN, to Reed and Violet (Crepes) Pennel.

On August 11, 1962 in Youngstown, OH, she married Jerry, who preceded her in death on September 23, 2022.  Surviving Janet are...

Jun 9, 2023

Steve Allen Gray, 67, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

He was born on July 7, 1955 in Fort Payne, AL, to Charles and Mary Jane (Hale) Gray.

Steve is survived by his adored, prized wife of just under 22 years, Pamela S. Gray; children, Daniel (Shauna) Bealor...

Jun 9, 2023

Robert "Rocky" Earl Friend, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 73 on Friday, June 9, 2023, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Rocky was born on January 16, 1950, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to Albert E. and Imogene (Stevens) Friend. As a child, he was adventurous and demonstrated an...

Jun 9, 2023

David L. Hastings, 86, of Rolling Prairie, suddenly passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023.

He was born on April 11, 1937 in La Porte, IN, to Archie and Guelah (Jones) Hastings.

David proudly served in the United States Marine Corps.  After his service, he attended Greer Technical Institute, in Chicago, IL, where he obtained...

Jun 8, 2023

Timmen "Tim" Kelly Roan, 50, of Greenwood, Indiana, was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 8, 2023. A loving father, brother, and son, Tim was a beacon of light and joy to all who knew him. His gentle spirit, quick wit, and analytical mind will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

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Jun 8, 2023

Charles Ray Parrish, 89, of Hamlet, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Charles was born on June 19, 1933 in Trumann, AR, to Jasper and Ethel (Campbell) Parrish.

On January 24, 1976 in La Porte, he married Della Housley who survives.  Also surviving are his daughters, Pam and...

Jun 7, 2023

James "Dick" Blevins, 81, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Miller's Merry Manor, New Carlisle.

Dick was born on August 17, 1941 in Holliday, KY, to Andrew and Cliffy M. (Holiday) Blevins.

Surviving Dick are his daughters, Elizabeth Hasko of La Porte and Jennifer (Michael) Quimby of Rochester; 5 grandchildren, Dustin Hasko, David...

Jun 6, 2023

James Frederic Daly, 87, of Mill Creek, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

James was born on January 26, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY, to James Frederic and Virginia (Rose) Daly.

On August 11, 1990 in La Porte, he married Lucille Woodruff, who preceded him in death.  He is...

Jun 2, 2023

Frank "Leo" Levio Gibertini, age 97, of Fish Lake, Indiana, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2023, at Northwest Health La Porte. Leo was born in Chicago, Illinois, on March 14, 1926, to Silvio and Elvira (Abbott) Gibertini. He was a man of many talents, with a heart full of laughter and...

May 31, 2023

Sheri Carol Brown, 62, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

Sheri was born on June 11, 1960, in South Bend, Indiana, to Dick Wilder and Priscilla (Eddy) Tamlin.  She was later adopted by Francis McGinnis.

Sheri graduated from Elston High School in 1978 and lived in Michigan City for many years before moving to...

May 28, 2023

Raymond "Ray" Lloyd Downey, 71, of North Liberty, IN, passed away with family by his side, on Sunday, May 28, 2023 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Ray was born on November 23, 1951, in La Porte, IN, to Daro and Evelyn (Crosby) Downey.  He was the youngest of 3 children.  Ray had 3 half-brothers, as well....

May 28, 2023

Gladys E. Stone, 94, of Knox, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023 at Miller's Health and Rehab.

Gladys was born on May 2, 1929 in Kennett, MO, to Doss and Arzettie (Morgan) Lawson.

On January 17, 1948 in Piggott, Arkansas, she married Thomas W. Stone, who preceded her in death.  Surviving Gladys are her...

May 27, 2023

Alfred "Ted" Dolohery Jr., 90, of La Porte, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Brickyard Healthcare- Terrace Care Center.

Ted was born on December 3, 1932, in La Porte, IN, to Alfred Byrd and Gertrude (Poor) Dolohery.

On June 1, 1957, in La Porte, he married Judith "Judy" Schroeder who survives.  Also surviving...

May 22, 2023

Richard Eugene Lidgard, 88, of La Porte, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 22, 2023.

Richard was born on July 3, 1934 in La Porte, IN, to Dale Louise and Arlene (Hazlett) Lidgard.

On April 26, 1958, in La Porte, he married Alice O'Krey, who preceded him in death.  On October 15, 2005, in La...