William O'Dell Whitmer

Jan 2, 2025

William O'Dell Whitmer, 49, of La Porte, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Brickyard Health-La Porte Care Center.

William was born on August 21, 1975, in KY, to Bonnie S. (Whitmer) Ramey.

He is survived by his children, Iveri Whitmer of La Porte, Effie Ward of Mattoon, IL, Dayton Whitmer of La Porte, Bradley White of Watertown, NY, Taylor Whitmer...

Michael Christian Childs

Dec 30, 2024

Michael Christian Childs, 53, of Hannibal, MO, unexpectedly passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024.

He was born on October 3, 1971, in La Porte, IN, to John J. and Diane M. (Christian) Childs.

Michael is survived by his father, John J. Childs of Palatine, IL; sister, Mary Childs of Palatine, IL; aunts, Carol Christian of Indianapolis and Missy (Larry) Martin of...

Jasmine Rose Webber

Dec 30, 2024

Jasmine Rose Webber, age 28, of Elkhart, Indiana passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024 at Elkhart Hospital. She was born on December 12, 1996 the daughter of Arthur "Buddy" and Heidi (Fields) Webber in Elkhart, Indiana.

She is survived by three children, Nevaeh Rose Webber, Serenity Nicole Roberts, and Kaeden Sage Webber; her parents, Arthur "Buddy" (Bobbie) Webber of Elkhart,...

Wilma M. Stephens

Dec 28, 2024

Wilma M. Stephens, 90, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Brickyard Health-La Porte Care Center.

Wilma was born on October 22, 1934, in La Porte, IN, to Lloyd and Veoria (Emigh) Bartz.

On October 7, 1950, in La Porte, IN, she married Hershell who preceded her in death. Also surviving are her 5 children, David Stephens...

James Henoch

Dec 25, 2024

James Louis Henoch, 75, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at his home.

James was born on April 1, 1949, in La Porte, IN, to Richard and Delores (Vermilyer) Henoch.

Surviving are niece, Lori L. (Jerry, Jr.) Hamlin of La Porte; cousins, Alan (Patty) Miller of The Villages, FL, Robert (Brenda) Miller of...

Elizabeth Blankenship

Dec 22, 2024

Elizabeth Gloria Blankenship, 75, of La Porte, IN, unexpectedly passed away on December 22, 2024 at Northwest Health La Porte, with her family by her side.

Elizabeth was born on July 14, 1949, in La Porte, IN, to Dean and Alice Gloria (Callander) Kreamer.

On May 13, 1977 in Rolling Prairie, IN, she married Carl Blankenship, who survives....

Derrick Baney

Dec 21, 2024

Derrick Ryan Baney, 40, of Glendale, Arizona, formerly of Three Oaks Michigan, passed away on December 21, 2024 at Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital in Glendale, Arizona. He was born on October 4, 1984, in Niles, Michigan, to Teresa Lynn (Turman) Baney and Richard Alan Baney.

Derrick grew up in Michigan, Ohio, and Arizona and was adventurous his whole life. He always enjoyed making...

Emmette Higgins

Dec 21, 2024

Emmette Reginald "Reggie" Higgins, 87, of New Carlisle, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, with his wife and children by his side.

Born on October 26, 1937, in Union County, Mississippi, Reggie was the son of the late John L. Higgins and Jeanette L. (Andrews) Higgins.

He is survived by his beloved wife of many years, Bonnie L. Higgins, and their...

Stella "Weese" L. Perkins

Dec 19, 2024

Stella "Weese" Louise Perkins, 74, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Franciscan Health-Michigan City.

Weese was born on August 14, 1950, in Harriman, TN, to James and Virginia (Howard) Lee.

Surviving Weese are her children, James Perkins of La Porte, Sheila Perkins of Harriman, TN, Chance Young of La Porte, and Brandy (William) Loop of La...

Titus Terrell Craft

Dec 18, 2024

Titus Terrell Craft, 40, of Michigan City, IN, passed away on December 18, 2024, at Northwest Health-Porter.

Titus was born on June 10, 1984, in Michigan City, IN, to Warren Craft and Reola (Haynes) Craft.

Surviving Titus are his 2 children, Adreena Craft of Elkhart and Tiler Craft of Michigan City; parents, Warren Craft and Reola Craft; sister, Tysheka Craft of Atlanta,...

Eleanor Mae Fritzen Huenecke

Dec 18, 2024

Eleanor Mae Fritzen Huenecke, 90, of La Porte, IN, passed away on December 18, 2024 at Trustwell Living at Settlers Place Assisted Living, La Porte.

Eleanor was born in Michigan City, on November 21, 1934, to LeRoy and Isabel (Christenson) Fritzen.

On June 5, 1954, at St. John's Lutheran Church, she married Herbert Edward Huenecke, who preceded her...

Barbara Lynn Smeester

Dec 16, 2024

Barbara "Barb" Lynn Smeester, 68, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, at Brickyard Healthcare-Terrace Care Center.

Barb was born on October 9, 1956, in La Porte, IN, to George Smeester and Florence Reed

Surviving Barb are her half-sister, Jill (Mewbourne) Carlson of Westville, as well as Barb's extended family.

She was preceded in death by her parents and...

Florence Goblisch

Dec 16, 2024

Florence "Flo" Denise Goblisch, 59, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024.

Flo was born on December 10, 1965, in Evergreen Park, IL, to Robert and Carol (Bennett) Goblisch.

In April 2020, at Creek Ridge County Park in Michigan City, she married Michael Mittler, who survives. Also surviving are her son, Robert E. Mittler of La Porte; 2...

Donna Garwood

Dec 15, 2024

Donna Kay Garwood, 85, of LaPorte, IN, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family.

Donna was born on January 21, 1939, in LaPorte, IN, to Charles and Henrietta (Martinsen) Whitmer. 

On December 27, 1959, she married the love of her life, Carl Garwood, who survives. Also surviving are her children, Brian (Carey) Garwood, David (Dixie)...

Robert "Bob" L. Wideman

Dec 13, 2024

Robert "Bob" Leonard Wideman, 94, of New Carlisle, IN, passed away on December 13, 2024 at Hamilton Communities.

Bob was born on October 19, 1930 in Rolling Prairie, IN, to Charles and Ruth (Wallace) Wideman.

On August 14, 1954, in Mill Creek, he married Jeanette Stombaugh, who preceded him in death. Surviving are his 3 daughters, Cheryl (Steve) Lenig of New Carlisle,...

Violet Mae Manino

Dec 13, 2024

Violet Mae Manino, 88, of La Porte, IN, passed away on December 13, 2024, at Rittenhouse Senior Living.

Violet was born on December 9, 1936 in Yawkey, WV, to Zelva (Brown) and Troy Adkins.

On October 3, 1959 in Chicago, IL, she married Louis Manino, who preceded her in death. Surviving Violet are her 2 children, Nancy Hill of La Porte and...

Diane Mary Christian Childs

Dec 9, 2024

Diane Mary Christian Childs, 77, of Palatine, IL, passed away from complications due to Alzheimer's on December 9, 2024, at her home, surrounded by family.

Diane was born on June 5, 1947, in Chicago, IL, to Frank J. and Ann M. (Branand) Christian.

On August 9, 1969, in La Porte, she married John J. Childs, who survives. Also surviving are her 2...

Patsy Ann Demo

Dec 8, 2024

Patsy Ann Demo, 73, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024.

Patsy was born on November 1, 1951, in Pendelton, OR, to Henry and Evelyn (Sacks) Demo.

Surviving are her husband, Dave Tibbs; 3 brothers, Steve Demo of Valparaiso, Jim Demo of Westville, and Bill Demo of Houston, TX; as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded...

William "Billy" Heiss, Jr.

Dec 8, 2024

William "Billy" Heiss Jr., 73, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Community Hospital-Munster.

Billy was born on November 8, 1951, in La Porte, IN, to William and Hope (Harding) Heiss.

He married Martha Bonilla, who survives.

Billy was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Beverly Spradling.

Cremation has taken place with Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation...

Noah Allen John Dalton

Dec 6, 2024

Noah Allen John Dalton, 27 weeks gestation, beloved son of Wyatt C. Dalton and Gabrielle A. N. Chandler, of La Porte, was born sleeping on Friday, December 6, 2024, at Riley's Children's Hospital.

Surviving Noah are his parents; brother, Liam Dalton of La Porte; grandparents, Darcy and Shane Bish of Michigan City and James Chandler of Clearwater, FL; great-grandmother, Annette Golik...