Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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;...
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