Jun 11, 2023

Janet Sue Mayes, 83, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023 at her home, surrounded by family.

Janet was born on September 28, 1939 in Minneapolis, MN, to Reed and Violet (Crepes) Pennel.

On August 11, 1962 in Youngstown, OH, she married Jerry, who preceded her in death on September 23, 2022.  Surviving Janet are...

Jun 9, 2023

Steve Allen Gray, 67, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

He was born on July 7, 1955 in Fort Payne, AL, to Charles and Mary Jane (Hale) Gray.

Steve is survived by his adored, prized wife of just under 22 years, Pamela S. Gray; children, Daniel (Shauna) Bealor...

Jun 9, 2023

Robert "Rocky" Earl Friend, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 73 on Friday, June 9, 2023, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Rocky was born on January 16, 1950, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to Albert E. and Imogene (Stevens) Friend. As a child, he was adventurous and demonstrated an...

Jun 9, 2023

David L. Hastings, 86, of Rolling Prairie, suddenly passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023.

He was born on April 11, 1937 in La Porte, IN, to Archie and Guelah (Jones) Hastings.

David proudly served in the United States Marine Corps.  After his service, he attended Greer Technical Institute, in Chicago, IL, where he obtained...

Jun 8, 2023

Timmen "Tim" Kelly Roan, 50, of Greenwood, Indiana, was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 8, 2023. A loving father, brother, and son, Tim was a beacon of light and joy to all who knew him. His gentle spirit, quick wit, and analytical mind will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

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Jun 8, 2023

Charles Ray Parrish, 89, of Hamlet, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Charles was born on June 19, 1933 in Trumann, AR, to Jasper and Ethel (Campbell) Parrish.

On January 24, 1976 in La Porte, he married Della Housley who survives.  Also surviving are his daughters, Pam and...

Jun 7, 2023

James "Dick" Blevins, 81, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Miller's Merry Manor, New Carlisle.

Dick was born on August 17, 1941 in Holliday, KY, to Andrew and Cliffy M. (Holiday) Blevins.

Surviving Dick are his daughters, Elizabeth Hasko of La Porte and Jennifer (Michael) Quimby of Rochester; 5 grandchildren, Dustin Hasko, David...

Jun 6, 2023

James Frederic Daly, 87, of Mill Creek, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte.

James was born on January 26, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY, to James Frederic and Virginia (Rose) Daly.

On August 11, 1990 in La Porte, he married Lucille Woodruff, who preceded him in death.  He is...

Jun 2, 2023

Frank "Leo" Levio Gibertini, age 97, of Fish Lake, Indiana, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2023, at Northwest Health La Porte. Leo was born in Chicago, Illinois, on March 14, 1926, to Silvio and Elvira (Abbott) Gibertini. He was a man of many talents, with a heart full of laughter and...

May 31, 2023

Sheri Carol Brown, 62, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

Sheri was born on June 11, 1960, in South Bend, Indiana, to Dick Wilder and Priscilla (Eddy) Tamlin.  She was later adopted by Francis McGinnis.

Sheri graduated from Elston High School in 1978 and lived in Michigan City for many years before moving to...

May 28, 2023

Raymond "Ray" Lloyd Downey, 71, of North Liberty, IN, passed away with family by his side, on Sunday, May 28, 2023 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Ray was born on November 23, 1951, in La Porte, IN, to Daro and Evelyn (Crosby) Downey.  He was the youngest of 3 children.  Ray had 3 half-brothers, as well....

May 28, 2023

Gladys E. Stone, 94, of Knox, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023 at Miller's Health and Rehab.

Gladys was born on May 2, 1929 in Kennett, MO, to Doss and Arzettie (Morgan) Lawson.

On January 17, 1948 in Piggott, Arkansas, she married Thomas W. Stone, who preceded her in death.  Surviving Gladys are her...

May 27, 2023

Alfred "Ted" Dolohery Jr., 90, of La Porte, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Brickyard Healthcare- Terrace Care Center.

Ted was born on December 3, 1932, in La Porte, IN, to Alfred Byrd and Gertrude (Poor) Dolohery.

On June 1, 1957, in La Porte, he married Judith "Judy" Schroeder who survives.  Also surviving...

May 22, 2023

Richard Eugene Lidgard, 88, of La Porte, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 22, 2023.

Richard was born on July 3, 1934 in La Porte, IN, to Dale Louise and Arlene (Hazlett) Lidgard.

On April 26, 1958, in La Porte, he married Alice O'Krey, who preceded him in death.  On October 15, 2005, in La...

May 19, 2023

Carol Lee Jelke, 76, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023.

Carol was born on August 17, 1946 in La Porte, IN, to Roy and Helen (Meister) Smith.

On July 19, 1969 in La Porte, she married Dave, who preceded her in death.  Surviving are her sons, Ryan (Erin) Jelke of La Porte and Bret...

May 16, 2023

Peggy Lynn McRobert, 52, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at her home with family by her side.

Peggy was born on September 12, 1970 in Ann Arbor, MI, to David and Violet (Purdue) Burger.

Surviving Peggy are her husband, Scott McRobert Sr; children, Miracle (Corey) Galloway, Scotty (Tiffany Wray) McRobert, and Preston McRobert;...

May 15, 2023

Kinslee Jo Ligue, 5 months, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023 at Northwest Health - La Porte. Kinslee was born in South Bend, IN, on December 14, 2022 to Erik Jacob Ligue and Brianna Faith Haddox.

Surviving Kinslee are her parents, Erik J. Ligue and Brianna F. Haddox; brothers, David and Deklan Ligue;...

May 14, 2023

Greta Louise Lynch, 75, passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023 at Brickyard Healthcare- Terrace Care Center.

Greta was born on June 18, 1947 in Sidney, OH, to the late Charles and Janet (Swisler) McCullough.

She was married to Gary L. Lynch, who preceded her in death.  Surviving Greta are her daughters, Ganese (Dan) Cincoski...

May 12, 2023

Kathleen Ann Zigler, 79, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

Best known as “Kathy”, the all-knowing, backbone of the La Porte County Fairgrounds, she was the one person everyone went to for information, directions, and help at the fair office, and was indispensable especially before and during the Fair.

May 7, 2023

William Jesse Dare, 72, of La Porte, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 7, 2023. William was born in South Bend, IN, on December 13, 1950 to J. Ward and Naida Lucille (Wharton) Dare.

On August 28, 1971 in Mishawaka, IN, he married Jean Schmidt who survives.  Also surviving are his children, Amy (Rob) Manuszak...