Charlene Tyler

Dec 4, 2024

Charlene E. Tyler, 80, of Michigan City, IN, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Charlene was born on June 2, 1944, in Chicago, IL. Her parents were Lethel Gregory, Paul Allen, and Florence (Amos) Gregory.

Surviving Charlene are her 2 children, Sharon Smith of Michigan City and Cliffton (Terri) Stephney...

Rita G. Buss

Dec 3, 2024

Rita G. Buss, 95, of La Porte, IN, passed away on December 3, 2024, at Brentwood at La Porte.

Rita was born on June 1, 1929, in La Porte, IN, to Thomas and Margaret (Tucker) Gallagher.

On June 25, 1949, at the St. Joseph Sanctuary in La Porte, IN, she married Walter W. Buss, who preceded her in death. Surviving Rita are...

Doreen Legner

Nov 30, 2024

Doreen Andrea Legner, 68, of La Porte, IN, unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at her home.

Doreen was born on February 21, 1956, in La Porte, IN, to Rudolph and Patricia "Pat" (Ryan) Legner.

Surviving Doreen are her 4 children, Jessica (Christopher) Harding of La Porte, Cy Konieczny of La Porte, Darrell Becker of La...

Jeffrey Scott Council

Nov 30, 2024

Jeffrey Scott Council, 57, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.

Jeff was born on October 6, 1967, in Gary, IN, to David H. Council and Kathleen (Schmidt) Council.

Jeff graduated from Hobart High School in 1986. In 1990, he graduated from Indiana University Northwest with a degree in criminal justice. In 1991,...

Margaret Ann Fillmore

Nov 27, 2024

Margaret Ann Fillmore, 68, of Mishawaka, IN, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Margaret was born on June 24, 1956, in Waterloo, AL, to Bufford and Onita Tefteller.

She and her late husband, Delbert "Duke", celebrated over 30 years of marriage.

Surviving Margaret are her 3 sons, Brian (Kayla) Parker of Osceola, Keith (Robin) Parker of...

Barbara Jean Alban

Nov 24, 2024

Barbara Jean Alban, 84, of La Porte, IN, passed away, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, November 24, 2024.

Barbara was born on June 3, 1940, in La Porte, IN, to Charles and Mildred (Codding) Fowler.

On July 2, 1960, in La Porte, IN, she married Phillip "Phil" Alban, who preceded her in death. Surviving Barbara are her 2 daughters, Julie (Shawn)...

Carol Ann Kwolek Olander

Nov 23, 2024

Carol Ann Kwolek Olander, 82, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Northwest Health La Porte.

Carol was born on September 21, 1942, in Gary, IN, to Joseph and Emilia (Lysek) Kwolek.

Surviving Carol are her 2 daughters, Karen (Greg) Parrish of La Porte and Kathy Gledich of Largo, FL; 2 grandsons, Ethan (Tori) Parrish of Rolling...

Chester Mathew Kozlowski

Nov 22, 2024

Chester Mathew Kozlowski, 101, of La Porte, IN, passed away on November 22, 2024 at West Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation.

Chester was born on September 4, 1923 in La Porte, IN, to John and Julia (Pataluch) Kozlowski.

Surviving Chester are his sister, Agnes Craig of Michigan City; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; 4 sisters, Sofie...

Roberta Alice Henry

Nov 22, 2024

Roberta Alice Henry, 84, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024, at her home.

Roberta was born on November 27, 1939, in Barnesboro, PA, to Robert E. Hicks and Lillian A. Daugherty

On March 7, 1964, in Buffalo, NY, she married Howard, who preceded her in death. Surviving Roberta are her 5 children, David...

Suzanne "Susie" A. Pezzuto

Nov 20, 2024

Suzanne "Susie" Alice Pezzuto, 80, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at her home.

Susie was born on May 26, 1944, in Brooklyn, NY, to Irving and Elonor Osseross.

Surviving Susie are her husband, David Pezzuto of La Porte; 3 daughters, Virginia, Greer, and Stephanie Summer, all of NY; stepchildren, Chris (Tammy) Pezzuto of Knox, Tim (Jackie)...

Patricia "Patti" S. Dotson

Nov 20, 2024

Patricia "Patti" Sue Dotson, 64, of La Porte, IN, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at home on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.

Patti was born on November 29, 1959, in Chicago, IL, to Roger and Virginia (Buckels) Ward.

On March 8, 1996, in Geneva, IL, she married Donald who survives. Also surviving are her children, Sean (Patty) Tomei of Portage and Christopher...

David Alan Hooper

Nov 19, 2024

David Alan Hooper, 82, of La Porte, IN, passed away on November 19, 2024 at Brickyard Healthcare-Terrace Care Center.

David was born on August 30, 1942 in La Porte, IN, to the late Howard and Dorris Williamson Hooper.

A graduate of Purdue University, David was a history teacher at South Central Schools. He enjoyed coaching basketball and was an avid golfer. David...

Mayme Marie Stump

Nov 19, 2024

Mayme Marie Stump, 91, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully with family at Brentwood on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Mayme was born August 25, 1933, to Walter and Mina (Faris) Ewert in Vincennes, IN. She studied at Lanphier High School in Springfield, Illinois, graduating as the class valedictorian. After, she attended Indiana Central College (now the University of Indianapolis)...

Amorah Lynn Payton

Nov 15, 2024

Amorah Lynn Payton, 9 months, of Westville, IN, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Riley's Children's Hospital.

Amorah was born on February 12, 2024, in Indianapolis, IN, to Tyler and Anastasia (Lawrence) Payton.

Surviving Amorah are her parents; sisters, Amelia and Avionna Payton; grandparents, Phillip (Carissa) Lawrence, Wendy (Joseph) Baumgartner, and Tara (Jason) Payton; great-grandparents, Amy (Bob) Kollar, Barbara Leach,...

Marilyn Davis Savich

Nov 15, 2024

Marilyn Davis Savich, 69, was welcomed into eternity on November 15, 2024 by her Lord and Savior Jesus and by those who loved her and have gone before her: first husband, Larry Davis; parents, Wayne and Connie Johnson; best friend, Darcee Murphy; brother, Jerry Johnson; mother-in-law, Phyllis Davis; father-in-law, Eugene Davis; and aunt, Thelma Pataluch. She is survived by many...

Mary Hausen

Nov 14, 2024

Mary Estelle Hausen, 70, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, November 14, 2024.

Mary was born on August 15, 1954, in Chicago, IL, to William Hausen and Ida Carlson.

Surviving are her children, Robert Hausen of La Porte and Kimberly Hausen of Philadelphia, PA; grandchildren, Abel and Abagail Hausen of La Porte; siblings, Ruth Hausen of...

Marilyn Joyce Lindeman

Nov 9, 2024

Marilyn Joyce Lindeman, 88, of Manistee, MI, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Brickyard Health-La Porte Care Center.

Marilyn was born on August 24, 1936, in Manistee, MI, to Arthur and Anna (Petersen) Nelsen.

On July 16, 1955, in Manistee, MI, she married Richard who preceded her in death. Surviving Marilyn are her 3 children, Laurie (Randy) Lindeman-Shook of Argyle,...

Bennie Contreras

Nov 7, 2024

Bennie Contreras, 81, of Monticello, IN, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Northwest Health-Porter.

Bennie was born on January 18, 1943, in Omar, WV, to Cecil and Georgia (Hall) Contreras.

Surviving Bennie are his daughters, Lisa (Bruce) Chronister and Deborah ; 4 grandchildren, Danielle (Ryan) Vespo, Nicole Szymkowski, Ashley (Noyan) Olcum and Elyse Cook; 4 great-grandchildren; significant other, Mary;as well...

Beverly Ann Hurt

Nov 7, 2024

Beverly Ann Hurt, 75, of La Porte, IN, passed away on November 7, 2024 at Trail Creek Place.

Beverly was born on February 19, 1949 in South Bend, IN, to Edward and Evelyn (Orlowski) Zarembka.

Surviving Beverly are her 5 children, Jason C. Hurt, Lynsey (Marcin) Ksiezyc, Kimberly (Jerry) Fancett, Paulina Lawton, and William Hurt; 4 grandchildren; life partner, Rick Galvas; as...

Janet Fern Allen

Nov 5, 2024

Janet Fern Allen, 69, of La Porte, IN, passed away on November 5, 2024 at Miller's Health and Rehab.

Janet was born on September 24, 1955 in Tulsa, OK, to Cyril H. and Marion J. (Dailey) Miller.

On May 12, 2014 in Las Vegas, NV, she married William "Bill" Allen who survives. Also surviving Janet are her brother, William Miller; niece, Rachel...