Shelly Ann Vermette

Mar 31, 2025

After a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her friends and family, Shelly (Stephens) Vermette, 62, of La Porte, IN, passed away on March 31, 2025. A proud mother of seven, Shelly shared her days with her partner, Kent Pittman, and their cherished cat, Terrorist.

She is survived by her sons, Jason, Daniel, Stephen, and Garry; daughters, Samantha and...

Thomas "Hap" Henry Greening

Mar 30, 2025

Thomas "Hap" Henry Greening, 78, of South Bend, IN, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at Miller's Health and Rehab, La Porte

Hap was born on March 28, 1947, in Valparaiso, IN, to Ord and Kathleen (Moore) Greening.

Surviving are his sister, Glenda Fagg of Sullivan, IN; brother, Raymond (Helen) Greening of Michigan City, IN; several nieces and nephews; cousin, Paula...

Jeffrey Jessie Perez

Mar 29, 2025

Jeffrey Jessie Perez, 54, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, March 29, 2025, surrounded by his devoted family.

Jeff was born on July 9, 1970, in La Porte, to Jesus Sanchez and Wanda (Humphrey) Perez.

On November 17, 1995, Jeff married the love of his life, Lauressa Arndt, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She survives, along with...

Karen Ann Towle

Mar 28, 2025

Karen Ann Towle, 72, of La Porte, IN, passed away on March 28, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Karen was born on July 22, 1952, in La Porte, IN, to Donald Mathias and Alice Jane (McLeod) Machler.

On May 12, 1984, in La Porte, IN, she married David Towle who survives. Also surviving are her 3 children, Jennifer (Charles)...

Terry "Paulie" Paul Levandoski

Mar 23, 2025

Terry Paul "Paulie" Levandoski, 64, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Northwest Health-La Porte, surrounded by love.

Born on September 21, 1960, in La Porte, Paulie was the son of Thomas and Eleanor (Smith) Levandoski. From a young age, he was known for his big heart, larger-than-life personality, and his unwavering loyalty to those...

William Joseph Latchford, Jr.

Mar 23, 2025

William Joseph Latchford, Jr., 86, of Mill Creek, IN, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 23, 2025.

William was born on April 13, 1938, in Staten Island, NY, to William J. and Alice S. (Birmingham) Latchford.

On August 20, 1960, in Buffalo, NY, he married Donna Calderaro who preceded him in death on January 3, 2021. Surviving are his...

Anthony "Joey" Joel Shannon

Mar 22, 2025

Anthony "Joey" Joel Shannon, 64, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at his home.

Born on June 22, 1960, in Dayton, Ohio, Joey was the beloved son of George J. Shannon and Helen G. (Shoffner) Shannon-Hatchel. Known for his kind heart, sharp mind, and quiet strength, Joey touched the lives of those around him in...

Eddie Baud

Mar 19, 2025

Eddie Ray Baud, 77, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Eddie was born on September 20, 1947, in La Porte to Raymond L. and Angeline (Wellinski) Baud.

He is survived by his sister, Rayetta Sandy of La Porte; his brother, Tom (Amy) Baud of Danbury, CT; and his beloved niece, Samantha Baud. Eddie was preceded in...

Thomas Russell Salat, Sr.

Mar 18, 2025

Thomas Russell Salat, Sr., 73, of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away on March 18, 2025 at Northwest Health La Porte, surrounded by his loving family.

Thomas was born on April 10, 1951, in Michigan City, Indiana to Jack Salat and Irene (Batzel) Salat-Archer.

On August 15, 1970, in Michigan City, Indiana, he married Anita Emerick, who survives. Also surviving are his 3...

Bob Curry

Mar 18, 2025

Bob Richard Curry, 73, of Michigan City, IN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Northwest Health La Porte.

Bob was born on May 6, 1951, in Dowagiac, MI, to Bill and Charlotte (Doberstein) Curry.

On October 10, 1981, he married the love of his life, Deborah Richards, who survives. Also cherishing his memory are his...

Kevin Jeremy Childress

Mar 16, 2025

Kevin Jeremy Childress, 36, of Rolling Prairie, IN, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at University of Chicago Medical Center.

Kevin was born on June 21, 1988, in La Porte, IN, to Robert and Edna "Diane" (Ferguson) Childress.

He is survived by his father, Robert Childress; sister, Keshia Childress of Rolling Prairie; stepbrother, Jason Childress of Fort Myers, FL and Chad...

Alan Gator Brooks

Mar 14, 2025

Alan Gator Brooks, 63, of Michigan City, IN, passed away on March 14, 2025 at Northwest Health-Porter.

Alan was born on December 11, 1961, in Michigan City, IN, to Kenneth and Sharon (Wienke) Brooks.

Surviving are his 2 children, Benjamin (Cora) Brooks of South Bend and Kathy Brooks of the Philippines; 4 grandchildren, Keith, Leon, Ashley, and Princess Azumi Brooks-Lumanglas, all of...

Richard Ernie Walker

Mar 13, 2025

Richard Ernie Walker, 76, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Northwest Health La Porte, surrounded by his family.

He was born on July 1, 1948, in Michigan City, IN. Richard was the son of William Foster and Nina E. (Wines) Walker.

Richard married Teresa Smith, the love of his life, who survives. Also surviving are his...

Paul "Mike" Michael Singleton

Mar 13, 2025

Paul "Mike" Michael Singleton, 74, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family.

Mike was born on September 7, 1950, in Valparaiso, Indiana, to George and Delores "Jean" (Heinold) Singleton.

On November 27, 1971, in La Crosse, Indiana, he married Roberta "Bobbie" Wright who survives. Also surviving are his 3 brothers, Allen...

Sylvia Annette Thompson

Mar 10, 2025

Sylvia Annette Thompson, 88, of La Porte, IN, passed away on March 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Sylvia was born on July 2, 1936 in Wanatah, IN, to Lawrence and Pauline (Bruck) Machler.

Surviving Sylvia are her 3 sons, Daniel (Terry) Thompson, Ronald (Vickey) Thompson, and Brian (Anna) Thompson; 5 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; 1 great, great-grandchild; sister, Lillian Norton; as...

Mari Edd Gayda Smutzer

Mar 9, 2025

Mari Edd Gayda Smutzer, 70, of Union Mills, IN, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

Mari was born on October 23, 1954, in La Porte, IN, to Edward J. and Patricia (Cummings) Gayda, who passed when Mari was very young. At the tender age of two and a half, Mari was lovingly adopted by Mary Jane Gayda, upon the marriage...

Robert McCuen

Mar 6, 2025

Robert "Mac" Arthur McCuen, Sr., 83, of Knox, Indiana was born to Eternal Life on Thursday, March 6, 2025 surrounded by his family.

Robert was born on January 1, 1942, to Clarence Arthur and Beuliah Ernestine (Galloway) McCuen in Murphysboro, Illinois.

On May 28, 1966, in Cairo, IL, he married Elizabeth Ann Casper. They were married for 52 years before she passed...

William "Bill" Junior Bertsch

Feb 28, 2025

William "Bill" Junior Bertsch, 90, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025, at Miller's Health and Rehab.

Bill was born on November 28, 1934, in Honduras, IN, to William and Wilma (Beer) Bertsch.

On July 7, 1985, in Champaign, IL, he married Betty Mandeville, who survives. Also surviving are his 3 daughters, Cynthia "Cindy" Sanders of Valparaiso, Kristina...

Lorna M. Cooksey

Feb 28, 2025

Lorna M. Cooksey, 93, of La Porte, IN, passed away on February 28, 2025 at Oak Woods Manor.

Lorna was born on May 2, 1931, to Walter and Ilo Lavon (Eaglebarger) Nifong.

On January 16, 1950 in Plymouth, IN, she married Arthur Cooksey, who preceded her in death. Surviving Lorna are her 3 daughters and son-in-law, Janet (Jack) Kenyon of New Carlisle,...

Jack Wayne Fantin

Feb 27, 2025

Jack Wayne Fantin, age 79, passed away February 27, 2025, at home after a three year battle with cancer.

Jack was born on April 28, 1945 to Lester A. Fantin and Helen J. (Koves) Fantin.

He graduated from Merrillville High School Class of 1963. Fresh off the farm, he joined the US Army. He was a Vietnam Era Veteran, having served from...