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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Mar 26, 2023

Alice Jean "AJ" Helmken, a faith-filled, loving, and kind woman, passed away on March 26, 2023, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. Born on March 22, 1947, in Michigan City, IN, Alice dedicated her life to her family, her work, and her community.

On May 11, 2002, in La Porte, IN, Alice married the love of her life,...

Mar 21, 2023

Ronald Earl Curry, Jr., 62, passed away on Tuesday, March 21, 2023.

Ronald was born on October 11, 1960 in La Porte, IN, to Ronald Curry, Sr. and Carol (Wolfenbarger) Alward.

Surviving Ronald are his children, Jerome Curry of Fort Wayne, Jamie Berrum of Fort Wayne, Jody Curry of Fort Wayne, Jessica Curry of La...

Mar 16, 2023

Vernelle Jean Bush, 76, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Vernelle was born on February 12, 1947 in Chicago, IL, to Warren and Jean (Warren) Bush.

Surviving Vernelle are her brother, Lloyd (Bertha) Bush of Saint Joseph, MI; and nephew, Tim Bush of Saint Joseph, MI.

...

Mar 16, 2023

Mary Ann Huber, 85, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at Trail Creek Place.

Mary was born on July 29, 1937 in La Porte, IN, to Lester and Ruth (Parthun) Diederich.

On August 6, 1955 in La Porte IN, she married Raymond Francis Huber, Jr. who preceded her in death.  Surviving...

Mar 9, 2023

Leonard "Len" John Urban, 76, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte, surrounded by close family members.

Len was born on April 23, 1946 in Melrose Park, IL, to Richard and Emily Urban.

On September 13, 1969 in East Chicago, IN, he married Cecilia Ann Sobolewski,...

Mar 9, 2023

Jean Aldona Clagg, 80, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Brickyard Healthcare- Terrace Care Center. Jean was born in Lithuania, on September 27, 1942 to Joseph and Elena (Elsteris) Rudzinskas.  She married Don Clagg in January 1961.

Surviving Jean are her daughter, Aldona "Cris" C. Clagg of La Porte; sisters, Ann Ziegler...

Mar 9, 2023

Gary Lee Havens, 78, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Brickyard Healthcare - Terrace Care Center.

Gary was born in La Porte, IN, on February 14, 1945 to Eugene Alfred and Dorothy O'June (Lashbrook) Havens.

Surviving are his children, Christopher (Robin) Havens of La Porte and Juli (Jason Gohsman) Verkler...

Mar 9, 2023

Barbara "Barb" J. Hooper, 73, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Settlers House.

Barb was born on September 5, 1949 in Queens, NY, to Anthony and Lillian (Walthers) Wroblewski.

Surviving Barb are her sisters, Linda Askew of Amsterdam, NY and Jayne DeBois of Mastic, NY; and dear friends, Cindy Ault, Lorraine Tighe and...

Mar 8, 2023

Mary Ann Carr, 79, of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at her home.

Mary Ann was born on June 10, 1943 in Chicago, IL, to Phillip A.and Helen Jean (LaMarche) Frye.

Surviving are her beloved daughter, Patricia Carr of La Porte; 6 grandchildren, Grace Elkins, Senn Zellers, Andrew Revak, Kiya Long,...

Mar 5, 2023

Dana Nelson Muret, beloved wife of Don Muret and proud mother of Madeline Claire and Carolyn Audrey, died on March 5, 2023, after a short illness. Dana was born on July 20, 1963 in northwest Indiana and graduated from Andrean High School in Merrillville, Indiana.

She obtained her bachelor’s degree in social work from Ball State University...

Mar 5, 2023

Stanley "Stan"  Kukla, Jr., 59, of La Porte, passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at St. Mary Medical Center, Inc. Stan was born in La Porte, IN, on April 25, 1963 to Stanley Adam and Pauline (Mrozinski) Kukla.

On May 31, 2008,  in La Porte, he married Tammy who survives him.  Also surviving are his sons,...

Mar 4, 2023

Todd Eric Williamson, 40, of La Porte, passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 4, 2023.

Todd was born on December 31, 1982 in La Porte, IN, to Todd Eric Rose and Michelle (Williamson) Combs.

Surviving Todd are his children, Asher and Leah Williamson of La Porte; mother, Michelle; stepfather, Brian Combs of La Porte; grandmother,...

Mar 3, 2023

LeRoy "Roy" Langford, 91, passed away on Friday, March 3, 2023 at his home, surrounded by his family.

He was born on January 6, 1932 in Rose Hill, AL, to Eula Mae (Moore) and Hugh Langford.

Roy was a 1950 graduate of Straughn High School and a 1956 graduate of Auburn University.  Between high school...

Feb 28, 2023

Rosalie June Brettin, 92, of La Porte, passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2023.

Rosalie was born on June 21, 1930 in Chicago, IL, to John and Rose (Kirschenstein) Rademacher.

On November 5, 1949, she married Edward Brettin, who preceded her in death on November 7, 2007.  Surviving Rosalie are her children, Carolyn Brettin of...