Obituaries

Eugene Joseph Eggleston

Eugene Joseph Eggleston

Jul 10, 2020

Eugene "Gene" Joseph Eggleston, 94, of La Porte, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, July 10, 2020.

Eugene was born August 25, 1925 to Joseph and Dora (Kershner) Eggleston in Elkhart, IN.

Gene was a member of The Greatest Generation.  He served in the US Coast Guard as a radio operator in the...

Wendell Howard Fain

Wendell Howard Fain

Jul 10, 2020

Wendell Howard Fain, 79, of La Porte, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his family.

Wendell was born on September 28, 1940 in Casey, IL, to Ralph and Nora (Biggs) Fain.

On January 15, 1972 in Door Village, he married Marilyn Jean Hartle who preceded him in death on...

Donald Robert Dignam

Donald Robert Dignam

Jul 8, 2020

Donald Robert Dignam, 82, of La Porte, passed away on July 8, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his family.   Arrangements are being handled by Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, La Porte.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, July 17, 2020 at Curley Funeral Home, Chicago Ridge, IL.  Burial...

Debra Anne Williams

Debra Anne Williams

Jul 7, 2020

Debra Anne Williams, 66, of La Porte, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at her home, with family by her side. Debra was born in La Porte, IN, on November 28, 1953 to James J. and Rose Ruth (Nowfel) Showley.

On September 30, 2017 in La Porte, IN, she married David "Jay" who survives.  Also surviving...

Judith Kay (Lowery)  Anderson

Judith Kay (Lowery) Anderson

Jul 5, 2020

Judith Kay Anderson, 80, of Walkerton, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2020 at Miller's Merry Manor, Plymouth.

Judy was born on February 12, 1940 in Springfield, MO, to Ernest G. and Fern (Hasty) Lowery.

On June 19, 1965 in La Porte, IN, she married Douglas O. who survives.  Also surviving are her children, Scott...

David Lee Papp, Jr.

David Lee Papp, Jr.

Jul 4, 2020

David Lee Papp, Jr., 51, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2020 at his home.

David was born on January 1, 1969 in La Porte, IN, to David and Elke (Heinen) Papp.

Surviving David are his children, Mitchell Taviner-Papp and Adreanna Taviner-Papp, both of La Porte; 3 grandchildren, Jordyn Taviner, Jadalynn Levandoski, and Aaliyah Taviner,...

Aaron Gene Lovvorn

Aaron Gene Lovvorn

Jun 30, 2020

Aaron Gene Lovvorn, 87, of La Porte, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at Miller's Merry Manor.

Aaron was born on November 1, 1932 in Russellville, AL, to Ruffin and Lucy (Williams) Lovvorn.

In August 1952 in Delphi, IN, he married Berdina Venters who preceded him in death.  Surviving Aaron are his children, Delores...

Ronald William Beard

Ronald William Beard

Jun 27, 2020

Ronald William Beard, 38, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at his residence.

Ronald was born on March 29, 1982 in Harriman, TN, to Charles and Angelia (Miller) Beard.

Surviving are his mother; siblings, Jason (Melissa) Strotheide of Charlotte, MI, Jeanette McMann of La Porte, Charlise (Glenn) Ferguson of Soddy Daisy, TN, and Astin...

Spencer J. Brady

Spencer J. Brady

Jun 27, 2020

Spencer J. Brady, 67, of La Porte, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at La Porte Hospital and Health Services.

Spencer was born on May 9, 1953 in Netcong, NJ, to Phillip and Virginia (Byrd) Brady.

Surviving Spencer are his life partner of over 40 years, Susan Levenhagen of La Porte; special daughter, Carrie...

Kelly J. Snyder

Kelly J. Snyder

Jun 25, 2020

Kelly J. Snyder, 59, of Rolling Prairie, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at her home. Kelly was born in La Porte, IN, on September 27, 1960 to Leland and Shirley (Gierkey) Snyder.

Surviving Kelly are her siblings, Kyle Graber of Fountain Hills, AZ, Kary (Bob) Henning of South Bend, Kathy James of La Porte,...

Dominic B. Laneve

Dominic B. Laneve

Jun 23, 2020

Dominic B. Laneve, 22, of Kingsford Heights, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Dominic was born on September 24, 1997 in Valparaiso, IN, to Dave Laneve and Stacy (Battleday) Moore.

On December 30, 2018 in Kingsbury, IN, he married Alexandrea Eberhart who survives.  Also surviving are his daughter,...

Judith "Judi" Susan Kingsolver

Judith "Judi" Susan Kingsolver

Jun 19, 2020

Judith "Judi" Susan Kingsolver, 59, of Kingsford Heights, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2020 at La Porte Hospital and Health Services. Judi was born in La Porte, IN, on December 9, 1960 to Lowell and E. Delores Kay (Turner) Kingsolver.

Surviving Judi are her children, Dee Dee Kingsolver of Mount Washington, KY, Anthony "Tony" Kingsolver of...

William "Billy" Robert Flatt

William "Billy" Robert Flatt

Jun 18, 2020

William "Billy" Robert Flatt, 59, of La Porte, passed away on June 18, 2020 at his home.  Cremation has taken place with Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center.

Michael A. Biege

Michael A. Biege

Jun 17, 2020

Michael A. Biege, 33, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Porter Regional Hospital.

Michael was born on January 6, 1987 in Batesville, AR, to Peggy L. (Biege) Albertson.

Surviving are his children, Sarah and Haley; brother, Cody Bean of South Bend; many aunts, uncles, cousins and loving family members and friends.

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George Edward Lasky

George Edward Lasky

Jun 14, 2020

George Edward Lasky, 80, of La Porte, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2020 at Porter Regional Hospital. George was born in Little Falls, MN, on July 30, 1939 to Walter H. and Mary K. (Matis) Lasky.

On December 27, 1974 in La Porte, IN, he married Phyllis (Hunt) Wright who preceded him in death on March...

Gary Ray Dillard

Gary Ray Dillard

Jun 13, 2020

Gary Ray Dillard, 70, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at his home.

Gary was born on November 29, 1949 in Pontiac, MI, to Billy and Ramona (May) Dillard.

He married Linda Cooper Joseph who preceded him in death.  Surviving Gary are his children, Stephen (Victoria) Leonard of Mount Juliet, TN, Lori Leonard of...

James "Jim" Albertson

James "Jim" Albertson

Jun 12, 2020

James "Jim" A. Albertson, 50, of Rolling Prairie, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2020. Jim was born in La Porte, IN, on December 4, 1969 to Robert and Patricia (Humphrey) Brewer.

Surviving Jim are his sons, Daniel (Charlee) Albertson of La Porte and Justin (Segen) Albertson of Roswell, NM; mother, Patricia Brewer of Westville; 6 grandchildren,...

Jeremy Douglas Reed

Jeremy Douglas Reed

Jun 5, 2020

Jeremy Douglas Reed, 42, of La Porte, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2020. Jeremy was born in Valparaiso, IN, on September 22, 1977 to William and Vicki J. (Austin) Reed.

Surviving Jeremy are his children, Damon, Dakota, Derek, Dylon, Deanna, and Oliver; father, William Reed of La Porte; brother, Tim (Amy) Reed of Westville; grandmothers, Johnnie...

Bernard "Bucky" Haag

Bernard "Bucky" Haag

Jun 4, 2020

Bernard "Bucky" Haag, 84, of Veedersburg, IN passed away peacefully at home on June 4, 2020 with his wife, Karel, and daughters, Beth and Jennifer, at his side.

He was born on September 23, 1935 in La Porte, IN, to Bernie and Mary Haag.  He graduated from La Porte High School in 1954.  During his four years...

Adrienne Barbara Hope Binversie

Adrienne Barbara Hope Binversie

Jun 3, 2020

Adrienne Barbara Hope Binversie, 48, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at Golden Living Center, La Porte.

Adrienne was born on September 5, 1971 in Michigan City, IN, to Janice (Wilhelm) Williamson.

Surviving Adrienne are her son, Gage Binversie; mother, Janice Williamson; 4 brothers, Chad, Chaylon, Joshua, and Ryan Williamson; nieces, Kati McLemore, Kira...