Obituaries

Jerrold Dean Worthington

Jerrold Dean Worthington

Mar 13, 2020

Jerrold Dean Worthington, 87, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, March 13, 2020.

Jerrold was born on May 2, 1932 in La Porte, IN, to John and Vertie (Anderson) Worthington.

On June 6, 1959 in La Porte, IN, he married Mary Ann Lindwall who survives.  Also surviving are his children, Christine (Robert) Duttlinger...

Robert "Hop" Wayne Eldridge

Robert "Hop" Wayne Eldridge

Mar 12, 2020

Robert "Hop" Wayne Eldridge, 72, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at La Porte Hospital. Robert was born in La Porte, IN, on February 20, 1948 to Wayne and Claire (Hohn) Eldridge.

On December 30, 1971 in La Porte, IN, he married Catherine Fitzpatrick who survives.  Also surviving are his children,  Benjamin Eldridge...

Sharon Ann Urban

Sharon Ann Urban

Mar 11, 2020

Sharon Ann Urban, 79, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at Trail Creek Place.

Sharon was born on August 7, 1940 in Milford, MI, to Gilbert and Madeline (Deriemaker) Urban.

Surviving are Sharon's siblings, Doris (Frank) Kotecki of Manistee, MI, Gilbert (Michael) Urban of Phoenix, AZ, Dean (Robert) Urban of La Porte, and Kirk...

Aria Elizabeth Scarborough

Aria Elizabeth Scarborough

Mar 10, 2020

Aria Elizabeth Scarborough, anxiously awaited little one to Felisha Stout and Lucas Scarbrough of Kingsford Heights, passed away due to complications at 2:45 pm CST on March 10, 2020 in Michigan City. Aria is survived by her parents; her 3 brothers, Colson of Kingsford Heights, Ryder and Landyn of La Porte; grandparents, Scott and Jennifer Stout of Union Mills...

Patricia Marie Johnson

Patricia Marie Johnson

Mar 9, 2020

Patricia Marie Johnson, 36, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2020 at La Porte Hospital and Health Services.

Patricia was born on April 9, 1983 in Terre Haute, IN, to Frank and Deborah (McMeans) Johnson.

Surviving Patricia are her parents; sister, Peggy Johnson of Mishawaka; nephew, Gerald Johnson of Mishawaka; as well as numerous aunts...

Lorraine J. Osterstock

Lorraine J. Osterstock

Mar 9, 2020

Lorraine J. Osterstock, 89, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2020 at her home with her family by her side.

Lorraine was born in Easton, PA, on September 10, 1930 to William J.and Lena B. (Bickford) Jones.

On September 11, 1948 in Nazareth, PA, she married Robert Osterstock, Sr. who preceded her...

Lonnie J. Garner

Lonnie J. Garner

Mar 9, 2020

Lonnie Jay Garner, 42, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2020 at his residence.

Lonnie was born on March 14, 1977 in La Porte, IN, to Lonnie and Patty (Davis) Garner.

Surviving are Lonnie's children, Felicia Garner of Michigan City and Colton Garner of Reynolds; brother, Ronnie Garner of Wabash; stepsister, Lacey Garner of La...

Brenda C. Murray

Brenda C. Murray

Mar 8, 2020

Brenda Carol Murray, 67, of La Porte, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at Franciscan Health of Michigan City.

Brenda was born on December 29, 1952 in La Porte, IN, to Loyal and Mary Jane (Bettuo) Harley.

On January 9, 1971 in La Porte, IN, she married John Kenneth, who survives.  Also surviving are...

Elizabeth (Garner) Cox Nickell

Elizabeth (Garner) Cox Nickell

Mar 5, 2020

Elizabeth E. (Garner) Cox Nickell, 96, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Memorial Hospital, South Bend, Indiana.

Elizabeth was born on October 15, 1923 in Tennessee, the daughter of Venoy and Amanda (Ramey) Garner.

Elizabeth worked at the Kingsbury Ordinance Plant during WWII.  After WWII, she became an LPN and worked for many...

Daniel "Dan" Surma

Daniel "Dan" Surma

Mar 4, 2020

Daniel "Dan" Surma, 65, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at Swedish Covenant Hospital, Chicago. Daniel was born on January 7, 1955 in La Porte, Indiana to Fredrick and Sylvia (Duell) Surma.  He graduated from La Porte High School in 1973 and Moody Bible Institute in 1978.  He received a BA Music from the American...

Gordon L. Hamlin

Gordon L. Hamlin

Mar 2, 2020

Gordon L. Hamlin, 53, of La Porte, passed away on March 2, 2020 at Franciscan Health, Michigan City.  A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Charles H. Wilson

Charles H. Wilson

Mar 1, 2020

Charles H. Wilson, 71, of La Porte, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at his home. Charles was born in Chesterton, IN, on March 5, 1948 to Everett Edward and Dorothy Gladys (Striker) Wilson.

On December 23, 1983 in Greenfield, Ohio, he married Betty Benson who survives.  Also surviving are his 5 children, Earl (Kendall) Wilson,...

Ronald William Schrier

Ronald William Schrier

Feb 17, 2020

Ronald William Schrier, 57, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020 at his home. Ron was born in La Porte, IN, on August 11, 1962 to Henry H. and Kathaleen L. (Cowgill) Schrier.

He is survived by his sisters, Cynthia (Chris Sexton) Schrier of La Porte, Lauri (Calvin) Chapman of South Bend, and Pat...

Shirley Ann (Richie)  Fort

Shirley Ann (Richie) Fort

Feb 16, 2020

Shirley Ann Fort, 78, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, February 16, 2020.

Shirley was born in Kentucky on September 1, 1941 to Henry and Ethel (Creech) Richie.  She moved to Indiana as a young child.  Shirley grew up in Starke County and graduated from North Judson High School in 1959....

Baby Justice

Baby Justice

Feb 16, 2020

Baby Justice passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2020 at La Porte Hospital and Health Services.

He was born on February 16, 2020 to Chloe Justice.

Surviving are his mother; grandparents, Cori (Ronnie) Walker and Chris (Michelle) Justice, all of La Porte; aunt, Chelsy Scarborough of La Porte; uncle, Chevy Justice of La Porte; and...

Kyle Thomas Schweder

Kyle Thomas Schweder

Feb 15, 2020

Kyle Thomas Schweder, 28, was received in heaven on February 15, 2020 at LaPorte Hospital and Health Systems.

Kyle was born on February 8, 1992 in LaPorte, IN, to Nancy (Teter) Addie and Dennis Schweder.

Kyle is survived by his 2 year old son, Leo; parents, Nancy (Chad) Addie and Dennis Schweder, all of LaPorte;...

Dr. Seth "Syd" S. Philbrook

Dr. Seth "Syd" S. Philbrook

Feb 11, 2020

UPDATE:

Dr. Seth S. Philbrook, 97, of La Porte, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 19, 2021, at La Porte First United Methodist Church with Pastors Evan Lash and...

Ann Catherine Riedstra

Ann Catherine Riedstra

Feb 10, 2020

Ann Catherine Riedstra, 80, of Rolling Prairie, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2020 at Franciscan Health, Michigan City, surrounded by family.

Ann was born on August 7, 1939 in Chicago, IL, to Bernard and Jennie (DeVries) Lenters.

On February 25, 1956 in Oaklawn, IL, she married James Ronald who preceded her in death.  Surviving...

Erma J. Meyers

Erma J. Meyers

Feb 10, 2020

Erma J. Meyers, 91, of Hesston, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2020, at Hamilton Communities in New Carlisle.

Erma was born on June 13, 1928, in Berrien County, MI to Charles R. and Vera (Claypool) Zebell.

On September 11, 1945, she married Lee R. Meyers at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in La Porte, IN. ...

Wilbert A. Smith

Wilbert A. Smith

Feb 6, 2020

Wilbert A. Smith, 69, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at La Porte Hospital and Health Services.

Wilbert was born on August 9, 1950 in La Porte, IN, to Wilbert and Cora (McGee) Smith.

Surviving are his daughters, Rebecca (Matthew) Lindsey of Westville and Roberta (Mark) Flotow of La Porte; 6 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren;...