Obituaries
Patrick McMahan
Jun 26, 2025
Patrick "Pat" E. McMahan, 70, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Brickyard Health-La Porte Care Center. Pat was born on August 21, 1954, in La Porte, IN, to Bernie Eugene and Barbara (Hollenberg) McMahan. Surviving are his son, Steven (Candace Walker) McMahan of La Porte; sisters, Bonnie (Dennis) Timm and Cindy Scheidel, both of...
Carol Janik
Jun 23, 2025
Carol Lynne Janik, 62, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, June 23, 2025.Carol was born on April 7, 1963, in Chicago Heights, Illinois, to William and Helen (Phillippe) White.As a child, Carol moved to Leesburg, Florida where she graduated high school. Carol married Phillip Alfred Janik, Jr., on June 10, 1989. They remained happily...
Sandra "Sandy" Kay Dexter
Jun 22, 2025
Sandra "Sandy" Kay Dexter-Scott passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025, in Michigan City, Indiana. She will be fondly remembered for her outgoing personality, loyalty to family and friends, and her loving and caring nature.
Sandy was born on March 20th, 1944, in South Bend, Indiana, to Herman L. Adams, Jr. and Lois Irene Adams. She was a lifelong resident of...
Irene "Cookie" Orlin
Jun 16, 2025
Irene "Cookie" Orlin, 76, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, generosity, and deep love for others.
Born on April 8, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois, Cookie was the beloved daughter of Leon and Laura (Mitchell) Jaskot. Known for her vibrant personality and compassionate heart, Cookie had a gift for...
Beverly Ann Hartman-Hill
Jun 15, 2025
Beverly Ann (Carlson) Hartman-Hill, age 85, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at her home in La Porte, IN. Her soul went to Heaven and her earthly body has been donated to Indiana University School of Medicine's Anatomical Education Program.
Beverly was born on May 24, 1940, to William and Dora (Kroll) Carlson at her grandparents' home in Ashkum, IL.
As...
Randall "Randy" Martin Coleman
Jun 14, 2025
Randall "Randy" Martin Coleman, 69, of La Porte, IN, passed peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Randy was born on April 5, 1956, in Hanover, NH to the late James E. Coleman Jr. and Rita D. (Mills) Coleman.
On August 9, 1980, in La Porte, IN, he married Linda Kay Combs who preceded him...
Jason Michael Goers
Jun 12, 2025
Jason Michael Goers, 37, of Knox, IN, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.Jason was born on August 3, 1987, in South Bend, IN, to Jacqueline (Griffin) Davis and Jeffery Goers.Surviving Jason are his mother, Jacqueline (Paul) Davis of Knox; brother, Nicholas (Amanda) Davis of Knox; grandfather, Charles Griffin, Sr. of Mishawaka; aunts, Ginger...
Patricia Gail Gault
Jun 11, 2025
Patricia Gail Gault, 91, of La Porte, IN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, under hospice care.
Patricia was born on May 11, 1934, in Huron, South Dakota, to Emmett and Ethel (Donahue) Patterson. A proud graduate of the Class of 1952, she later moved to Springville, Indiana, and began her working career in Gary before settling in La...
Frank Joseph Mancuso, Sr.
Jun 11, 2025
Frank Joseph Mancuso, Sr., 59, of La Porte, IN, passed away on June 11, 2025, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family.He was born on January 17, 1966, in Hanover, NY, to Gillis and Shirley (Austin) Mancuso.Frank is survived by his children, Joshua (Tiffany) Mancuso of Dewittville, NY, Derick (Allie) Nesvold of New Carlisle, Frank Mancuso, Jr....
Michael "Mikie" Frank Calderone
Jun 11, 2025
Michael "Mikie" Frank Calderone, 47, of Michigan City, IN, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Franciscan Health-Michigan City.Mikie was born on November 19, 1977, in Chicago, IL, to Ignatius and Nancy (Dabkovich) Calderone.Surviving are his sister, Denean Calderone of Michigan City; brother, Ignatius Calderone of KY; nephews, John O'Banion of Michigan City, Connor O'Banion of Fish Lake, and...
"Smitty" Wilgus James Smith
Jun 10, 2025
Wilgus James "Smitty" Smith, 94, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Brickyard Healthcare-Terrace Care Center.Smitty was born on August 1, 1930, in Decoy, KY, to Charles and Laura (Davis) Smith.On June 4, 1955, in La Porte, IN, he married Zoe Ann Glanz who survives. Also surviving are his 3 children, Vicki (Mark) Schwinkendorf of La...
Betty Lois Ash
Jun 9, 2025
Betty Lois Ash, 72, of La Porte, IN, passed away on June 9, 2025, at Northwest Health-Porter. She was born on September 3, 1952, in Jackson, MS, to Austin and Hallie Mae (Warner) Denney.Betty is survived by her 3 children, Gina Bernacchi of Sawyer, Mi, Lynn (Kim) Tindle of La Porte, and Marty Tindle of La Porte; 15 grandchildren, Britney,...
Kelli Ann Hicks
Jun 6, 2025
Kelli Ann Hicks, 51, of Michigan City, IN, tragically passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025, in TN, doing something she truly loved.Kelli was born on October 4, 1973, in New Carlisle, IN, to Gerald and Judy Hicks.On September 14, 2024, she married James "Jim" Stanley, who survives. Also surviving are her daughter, Hanna Martinez of New Carlisle; parents, Gerald...
Eddie Lynn Dowdy
Jun 6, 2025
Eddie Lynn Dowdy, 69, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Northwest Health La Porte.Eddie was born on July 20, 1955, in Waco, TX, to J.D. and Willie (Bodie) Dowdy.On October 18, 2004, in Southlake, TX, he married Margaret Turner who survives. Also surviving are his 5 children, Jay Dowdy, Maria Ethridge, Amanda Davill, Nena...
Cheryl L. Creed
Jun 4, 2025
Cheryl L. Creed, 66, of Valparaiso, IN, formerly of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Northwest Health-Porter.Cheryl was born on November 13, 1958, in La Porte, IN, to Fred J. "Freddy" and Lois L. (Scott) Ott, formerly of La Porte, IN.Surviving Cheryl are her 2 sons, Joshua E. "Josh" (Jodie R.) Creed of La Porte, IN...
Danny (Daniel) "Boone" Metts
Jun 2, 2025
Danny "Boone" Edward Metts, 72, of Hanna, IN, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at Avalon Springs Health Campus.
He was born on January 1, 1953, in La Porte, IN, to Mervin "Buster" and Mary "Mardell" (Coil) Metts.
Danny is survived by his 3 sisters, Regina Wilson of Kingsford Heights, Virginia (Jeff) Childs of Columbia City, and Delores (Ron) Everly of...
David "Dave" Ray Kintzele
May 31, 2025
David "Dave" Ray Kintzele, 69, of Walkerton, IN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on June 24, 1955, in Michigan City, IN, Dave was the son of Aloysius and Virginia (Hansen) Kintzele. He was later raised and lovingly guided by his stepfather, Henry "Bud" Kintzele.
On February 13, 1988, in Memphis, TN,...
Joan Louise Bass
May 28, 2025
Joan Louise Bass, 67, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Northwest Health La Porte.
Joan was born on January 18, 1958, in Oak Park, IL, to James H. Sr. and Bernice A. Clark, nee Schroedle.
On May 25, 1974, in Forest Park, IL, she married Walter "Wally" P. Bass, who survives. Also surviving are her daughter,...
Myrtle Marie Skinner
May 26, 2025
Myrtle Marie Skinner, born May 24, 1932, passed away May 26, 2025, at the age of 93.
With a warm and charming personality, Myrtle enjoyed her friends and meeting new people. Myrtle was a talented artist, painting landscapes of the Texas countryside. These paintings earned many blue ribbons at local talent shows. Her other hobby was spending hours playing the guitar....
Gail Yvonne (Schultz) Euler
May 25, 2025
Gail Yvonne (Schultz) Euler, 73, of La Porte, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on January 5, 1952, in Michigan City, IN, Gail was the cherished daughter of Harold and Mary Schultz.
Gail, known affectionately as "Petie," was joyfully reunited in her heavenly home with her beloved parents; siblings, Ida Wells, Carl...
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