May 19, 2023

Carol Lee Jelke, 76, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023.

Carol was born on August 17, 1946 in La Porte, IN, to Roy and Helen (Meister) Smith.

On July 19, 1969 in La Porte, she married Dave, who preceded her in death.  Surviving are her sons, Ryan (Erin) Jelke of La Porte and Bret...

May 16, 2023

Peggy Lynn McRobert, 52, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at her home with family by her side.

Peggy was born on September 12, 1970 in Ann Arbor, MI, to David and Violet (Purdue) Burger.

Surviving Peggy are her husband, Scott McRobert Sr; children, Miracle (Corey) Galloway, Scotty (Tiffany Wray) McRobert, and Preston McRobert;...

May 15, 2023

Kinslee Jo Ligue, 5 months, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte. Kinslee was born in South Bend, IN, on December 14, 2022 to Erik Jacob Ligue and Brianna Faith Haddox.

Surviving Kinslee are her parents, Erik J. Ligue and Brianna F. Haddox; brothers, David and Deklan Ligue;...

May 14, 2023

Greta Louise Lynch, 75, passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023 at Brickyard Healthcare- Terrace Care Center.

Greta was born on June 18, 1947 in Sidney, OH, to the late Charles and Janet (Swisler) McCullough.

She was married to Gary L. Lynch, who preceded her in death.  Surviving Greta are her daughters, Ganese (Dan) Cincoski...

May 12, 2023

Kathleen Ann Zigler, 79, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Best known as “Kathy”, the all-knowing, backbone of the La Porte County Fairgrounds, she was the one person everyone went to for information, directions, and help at the fair office, and was indispensable especially before and during the Fair.

May 7, 2023

William Jesse Dare, 72, of La Porte, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 7, 2023. William was born in South Bend, IN, on December 13, 1950 to J. Ward and Naida Lucille (Wharton) Dare.

On August 28, 1971 in Mishawaka, IN, he married Jean Schmidt who survives.  Also surviving are his children, Amy (Rob) Manuszak...

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,...

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...

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...

May 2, 2023

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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...

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...

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"...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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.

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...