Obituaries
Sandra "Sandy" Joan Palen
Feb 12, 2026
Sandra "Sandy" Joan Palen, 83, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Miller Health and Rehab.She was born on April 25, 1942, in Gary, IN, to Paul and Pansy (Leonard) Nulf.On May 27, 1961, in La Porte, IN, she married Robert "Bob" Palen who survives. Also surviving are her daughter, Debra (Dwight) Akins of La Porte;...
Kathryn J. Hastings
Feb 10, 2026
Kathryn J. Hastings, 86, of Rolling Prairie, IN, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.She was born on March 04, 1939, in South Bend, IN, to Sally and Donald Badgley. On May 09, 1959, she married her long-time sweetheart, David Hastings.
Kathryn retired from Beacon Medical Group (former I Street Clinic) after 27 years. She spent her...
Lynn Keel Waters
Feb 10, 2026
Lynn Keel Waters, 80, of La Porte, IN, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born on December 10, 1945, in La Porte, IN, to Howard Vernon and Sherry K. (Keel) Waters. Surviving Lynn are her 3 children, Rebecca "Becki" (Martin) Conner of La Porte, Jeffrey (Marcie) Briggs of Hanna,...
Roberta "Bobi" L. Tennis
Feb 6, 2026
Roberta “Bobi” L. Tennis, 69, of La Porte, Indiana, was called home on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Northwest Health-La Porte.
Bobi was born on August 15, 1956, in Buchanan, MI, to Thomas and Diane (Woodrick) Martell.
On April 4, 1987, in La Porte, Indiana, she married Brad A. Tennis who survives. Also surviving are her children, Anna (Joel) Neary of La...
Thomas "Thom" Lance Herrold, II
Feb 5, 2026
Thomas "Thom" Lance Herrold, II, 53, of La Porte, IN passed away peacefully, following a brief illness, on February 5, 2026.
Thom was born on July 12, 1972, in Okinawa, Japan before relocating to Wabash, IN.
Thom attended Ball State University in Muncie, IN and spent his career in IT and liquid packaging.
He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas "Thom"...
Nancy Lee Biller
Feb 5, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Nancy Lee (Renfro) Biller, who peacefully left this world on February 5, 2026.She was truly one of a kind--kind, funny, a little ornery in the very best way, and a friend to everyone she met. Her laugh was loud and contagious;...
Judith "Judy" C. Mackey
Jan 26, 2026
Judith C. “Judy" Mackey, age 82, of Columbia City, Indiana, passed two days after celebrating her 82nd birthday with her loved ones. She was born on January 24, 1944 the daughter of James and Helen (Kolbe) Worsfold. On February 24, 1962, she married Henry “Rooks” Mackey and together they shared over 62 years of marriage prior to Rooks passing on...
Jeffrey John Dunk
Jan 26, 2026
Jeffrey "Jeff" John Dunk, 78, of La Porte, IN, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, January 26, 2026.Jeff was born on March 26, 1947, in Terre Haute, IN to John and Laura "Ellen" (Day) Dunk.Surviving are his sister, Jan Resler; daughters, Alison Dunk-Timm, Melissa (Steve) Nolan, Kristie Dunk- Jorgensen, and Jamie (Dave) Beckman; son-in-law, Jason Timm; 9 grandchildren,...
Dixie Ann Paul
Jan 26, 2026
Dixie Ann Paul, 77, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026 at Franciscan Health-Michigan City.Dixie was born on December 1, 1948, in La Porte, IN, to Willard and Yolanda (Tennis) Henning.On October 15, 1966, in Benton Harbor, MI, she married Jim Paul who survives. Dixie and Jim enjoyed 59 years of marriage. Also surviving are her...
Norma Jean Lubs
Jan 23, 2026
Norma Jean Lubs, 89, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Settlers Place.Norma was born on March 28, 1936, in Mancelona, MI, to Lloyd and Olive (Sheriff) Fleet.On August 5, 1955, in La Porte, IN, she married Larry Lubs, who preceded her in death. Surviving Norma are her 4 children, Larry (Laurie) Lubs of Carmel,...
Jason L. Metcalf
Jan 21, 2026
Jason L. Metcalf, 52, of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
He was born on March 24, 1973, to Virgil and Georgia "Jo" May (Sullivan) Metcalf.
Jason is survived by his fiancé, Michelle Janas, of La Porte; sons, Ron (Dawn) Metcalf of Hamlet, Jamie (Kayla) Metcalf of La Porte, Mark Metcalf of La Porte, and Sam Metcalf of La...
Peter Martin Ulrich
Jan 20, 2026
Peter "Pete" Martin Ulrich, 79, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Ernestine M. Raclin House. Pete was born on August 2, 1946, in La Porte, IN, to Arthur and Joan (Berry) Ulrich. He is survived by his 2 children, Jeffrey (Mindy) Ulrich of Grosse Pointe, MI and Jillian (Dave) Rolling of Valparaiso; 5 grandchildren,...
Peggy Ann Watson
Jan 19, 2026
Peggy Ann Watson, 69, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, at Franciscan Health-Michigan City.Peggy was born on October 6, 1956, in Lafayette, IN, to Francis Watkins and Patricia (Smith) Best.On June 25, 1993, she married Clay Watson who preceded her in death. Surviving Peggy are her 2 sons, Heath Watkins of La Porte and John...
Jerry D. Anglemyer
Jan 18, 2026
Jerry D. Anglemyer, 77, of Cassopolis, MI passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026 at home. He was born on October 22, 1948 to Eugene and Frances (Eaglebarger) Anglemyer in Elkhart, IN.
Jerry will be greatly missed by his children, Craig (Margie) King, Duane (Stacy) King, Aleisha Gratzol, Chaad (Shay) Anglemyer, Jerame (Tierah) Anglemyer, Alex (Britney) Anglemyer; grandchildren, Laura, Blossom, Christian, Donald...
Richard "Rick" Emory Sheaffer
Jan 18, 2026
Richard "Rick" Emory Sheaffer, 75, of La Porte, IN, peacefully passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family.Rick was born on January 16, 1951, in La Porte, IN, to Lorin and Dorothy (Folk) Sheaffer.On April 6, 2014, in Montego Bay, Jamaica, he married Deborah Ryden who survives. Also surviving are his...
Barbara Ann Kolasa
Jan 16, 2026
Barbara Ann Kolasa, 83, of La Porte, IN, peacefully passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at her home, with family by her side.Barbara was born on August 1, 1942, in La Porte, IN, to Robert and Doris (Levanhagen) Hough.Surviving Barbara are her son, Richard "Rich" Kolasa, Jr. of La Porte; granddaughter, Kara Kolasa of La Porte; great-grandchildren, Caiden Weiss, Audrey...
Lawrence F. Simpkins
Jan 16, 2026
Lawrence F. Simpkins, 69, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Northwest Health La Porte.Lawrence was born on December 22, 1956, to George and Mary (McCarthy) Simpkins.Surviving are his son, Kyle Simpkins of La Porte; sisters, Jackie Scott, Beth Simpkins, and Gloria Wheeless; beloved dogs, Moose and Missy; as well as many nieces and nephews.He...
Linda Susan Swanson
Jan 15, 2026
Linda Susan Swanson, 76, of La Porte, IN, peacefully passed away on January 15, 2026, in her home, surrounded by her family.Linda was born on May 25, 1949, in Toledo, OH, to James and Laura Hall.On May 23, 1998, in Battle Creek, MI, she married James Swanson, who survives. Also surviving are her daughter, Deborah Osborne of Redondo Beach, CA;...
Susan Ann Harbart
Jan 13, 2026
Susan A. Harbart of New Carlisle, Indiana, passed away at 11:25 p.m. on January 13, 2026, at the age of 79.Sue was born on September 27, 1946, to Carmen and Regina Rodino of Elkhart, Indiana. She was the third of ten children.On August 27, 1966, she married Robert John Harbart of Michigan City, Indiana. She was preceded in death by...
Jodell Ann Johanson
Jan 13, 2026
Jodell Ann Johanson, 78, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at St. Mary Medical Center in Hobart, Indiana.Jodell was born on November 16, 1947, in Fargo, North Dakota, to Delward and Beverly (Legler) Berg and grew up with her family in La Porte, Indiana.On May 7, 1966, Jodell married Gordon Johanson. They were married for...
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