She is survived by her children, Rick (Cindy) Whitacre, Tamara (David) Gaul, Lori (Robert) Cabanaw, and David Whitacre; her grandchildren, Matthew (Whitney) Sharon Whitacre, 88, of La Porte, Indiana went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 14, 2023, at her home in La Porte, Indiana. She loved spending winters in Clearwater Florida, going to the beaches and watching the sunsets on the ocean. There will be no services or visitation at this time. Procession from the funeral home to St. Peter's Catholic Church will take place from 10:45 - 11:00 a.m. Monday. Submit a loved one's obituary to the La Porte County Herald-Dispatch and Legacy.com. Visitation will be from 9-11 a.m. Monday, April 24th, 2023, at the La Porte First United Methodist Church, 1225 Michigan Avenue, La Porte, Indiana 46350. Sharon was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church, and the Bethany Lutheran Church Ladies Quilting group, she also enjoyed cross-stitching and knitting. All Obituaries | Frank L. Keszei Funeral Home, Inc, Essling Chapel | La Jean was employed for many years as a bookkeeper at Michigan City Yacht Club and Michigan City Tool & Die. Joseph was preceded in death by his brothers, Ronald and Richard Knowlton; and sister, Shirley McDonald. Something good is always happening in the City of La Porte, he said. Together, they enjoyed camping and traveling around the United States in their RV. Donald Laporte Obituary (2022) - Agawam, MA - The Republican - Legacy.com Jean preceded him in death on January 11th, 2022. Sally Russell, 72, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully Monday, April 24, 2023 at Northwest Health in La Porte, IN. View All Obituaries | Join Obituary Email List. Dennis was born in South Bend, IN, on November 24, 1935 to Ivan Warren and Lois Mae (Held) Gardner. Elisa Leanor (Solis) Dorsett, 96, of Kingsford Heights, Indiana, passed away on January 27, 2023, at Miller's Health and Rehab Nursing Home, La Porte, Indiana, surrounded by family. Patricia was born August 25th, 1943, in La Porte, Indiana, to the late Bennie and Kathryn(Hynek) Zarr. Billy P. Sightes, of LaPorte, IN, a loving husband, father, uncle, grandpa, and great-grandpa, passed away peacefully at his home on Thomas R. Brown In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to LaPorte First United Methodist Church, or to a charity of your choice in memory of John. Read Haverstock Funeral Home obituaries, find service information, send sympathy gifts, or plan and price a funeral in LaPorte, IN Memorial contributions may be directed to St. John's Lutheran Church, 111 Kingsbury Avenue, La Porte, IN 46350 or the La Porte County Parks Dept., 0185 SouthHolmsville Road, La Porte, IN 46350. To light a virtual candle, share a story of Hans life or leave a message of comfort for his family, please visitesslingfuneralhome.com. Also surviving are her children, Deborah (Paul) Tuszynski of New Carlisle, Diana Brown of Valparaiso, and Dennis Brown of Pleasant Prairie, WI; 4 grandsons, Alexander, Joseph, Luke, and Jacob Tuszynski of New Carlisle; 2 granddaughters, Torianna and Chloe Brown of Kenosha, WI; as well as many nieces and nephews. He loved holidays and being surrounded by his children and grandchildren. James is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Bunnie Rimbaugh; 2 sons, J.C. Rimbaugh of Plymouth, Chris (Cheri) Rimbaugh of New Carlisle; James L. Rimbaugh Together, they shared 60 wonderful years of marriage before Howard preceded her in death on February 6th, 2004. Jean preceded him in death on January 11th, 2022. Carolyn S. Walter, 80, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Wednesday March 22, 2023 at Golden Living Center in La Porte. Share. To light a virtual candle, share a story of Josephs life or leave a message of comfort for his family, please visitesslingfuneralhome.com. Mary authored poetry, children's stories, and women's fiction, all rooted in the truth of Christ. Her favorite television show was Bones. Sherry is survived by her loving daughters, Judy (Russ) Bernacchi and Lynn Waters, both of La Porte; her seven cherished grandchildren, Becki Conner, Jeffery Briggs, Tony Bernacchi, Julie Sinclair, Kris Lebo, Amata Bernacchi, and Sarah Bernacchi; her 13 adored great-grandchildren, Jeff II, Josh, Faith, Christian, Jackie, Ava, Adeline, Maggie, Walt, Wilhelm, Sadie, Tessa, and Mia; and her six treasured great-great-grandchildren, Jeff III, Jalen, Jehu, Jeff, Jordon, and Charlotte. On June 15, 1968, he married Mona Marcum, who preceded him in death on July 19, 2021. can stop at any time. The Rosary will be recited Friday evening at 6:00 PM in the Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel. Private services and burial were entrusted to Frank L. Keszei Funeral Home, Essling Chapel, 1117 Indiana Avenue, La Porte, Indiana. The family prefers contributions in memory of Lois be made to the following GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/lois-laporte-lois-we-miss-you. Tom's devotion to his family was evident in his 70-year marriage to the love of his life, Jean L. Lenick, whom he married on June 14th, 1952, at the La Porte United Methodist Church. Born on September 18th, 1925, in La Porte, IN, to J. Thomas Keel and Minnie (Schweder) Keel, Sherry lived a life full of love, laughter, and devotion to her family, friends, and community. After the army John worked as an industrial engineer in the semi-trailer and RV industries. Bobs outgoing personality, positive attitude always made you feel good about yourself & was one of his many great attributes. On June 29, 1968 she married the love of her life, Pete Russell at St. Peter's Catholic Church in La Porte. She was born January 5,1941 in LaPorte, Indiana to the late Bruno Jasinowski and Estelle J (Reznick). A lover of music, he met his soul mate at a dance at the Civic Auditorium, and the greatest love story of all time began. La Porte Obituaries - Latest Obituaries in La Porte, IN - Echovita Arrangements have been entrusted to Frank L. Keszei Funeral Home, Essling Chapel in La Porte, Indiana. Jeff was preceded in death by his sister, Christina Ransom; maternal grandparents, Harold and Betty Knoll; and paternal grandparents, Arthur and Lois Ransom. She loved Halloween and the Nightmare Before Christmas. Visitation will be Friday, April 21st, 2023 from 5 to 7 p.m., at Frank L. KeszeiFuneral Home, Essling Chapel, 1117 Indiana Avenue, LaPorte. December 26, 1929-April 23, 2023 Memorial contributions may be directed to Holy Family Parish, 201 Bach Street, La Porte, IN 46350. This is an updated list of obituaries from various funeral homes in and around LaPorte County, Indiana. Using his degree, his father & brothers created a successful greenhouse business, which was one of the largest in the Midwest. Richard Pletcher Obituary (1954 - 2022) - LaPorte, IN - La Porte County Agraduate of La Porte High School, Patricia worked in receiving for Kabelin's, retiring in 2000. He retired in 1995 to pursue interests of golf, world travel, and wintering in Hawaii. Yes, flower arrangements are fulfilled and delivered by local florists from La Porte. A self-taught bookkeeper/accountant, she worked at several businesses during her lifetime, evenuntil a month before her passing. Jean attended LaPorte High School and graduated from LaPorte Business School. He completed a one year internship at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN, and then established a family practice in La Porte, IN in 1962. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Valeria "Val" Kniola, 89, Trail Creek, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, April 18th, 2023 at 8:55 pm in her home. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Linda Tripp and Carol Sorrendino; and brother, Lynn E. Tripp. Billy P. Sightes, of LaPorte, IN, a loving husband, father, uncle, grandpa, and great-grandpa, passed away peacefully at his home on April 25th, 2023 at the age of 91. She was also a Build A Bear enthusiast. All Rights Reserved. Arlene enjoyed playing bingo (favorite number was B14) but her greatest joy was attending church. The League of Women Voters of La Porte County is sponsoring a candidate forum (La Porte, IN) - People in a long line of vehicles waited for up to one hour today for a give away at the new Biggby Coffee in La Porte. She was also a Parish nurse. He is also survived by his sons, Robert (Debbie) Gardner of La Porte, Patrick (Debra) Gardner of La Porte, Doug (Shari) Gardner of Michigan City, Dennis (Dawn) Gardner Dennis Pat Gardner, 87, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023 at his home, surrounded by loved ones. They built their forever home in Daytona Beach in 1996. Jeff worked at NAPA (Genuine Parts Corporation) as an automotive parts salesman for over 20 years. Our licensed professional Funeral Directors will assist you with all the decisions and details necessary to ensure that everything is just right. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Joseph was an active member of the American Legion Post 297 in New Carlisle, Indiana, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). He is survived by their 5 children, Gail McAuliffe (the late Robert) of Flintstone, GA; Dr. Larsen Kneller (Jaunda) of La Porte; Dr. Larry Sprecher (Melodie) of Eau Claire, WI; Douglas Kneller (Mindy) of Deland, FL; and Phil Sprecher (Kim) of Noblesville, IN. Shirley was born August 18, 1927 in La Porte to the late Evans H. and Ruth (Thorson) Johnson. He is survived by his son, Lawrence "Knoll" Ransom of Brownsburg; parents, Richard and Nancy Ransom, of Kent, OH; sisters, Jennifer (Jeffry) Branthoover of Hudson, OH and Julie (Josh) Chaney of Tallmadge, OH; brother, John (Candice) Ransom of Kent, OH; as well as 10 nieces and nephews. She passed away at home knowing that she is dearly loved and will never be forgotten. Arrangements are being entrusted to Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 602 Maple Avenue, La Porte, IN where the family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow at 5:00 p.m. with Pastor Eric L. Wooding, officiating. Burial will follow at Pine Lake Cemetery. A time of visitation will be from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. (CST) on Sunday, April 30th, 2023 at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center and from 9:30 - 10:45 a.m. on Monday, May 1st, 2023 at the funeral home. Planning a funeral and making arrangements is a challenging time for families. Burial will take place at Union Mills Cemetery. Visit this link to create a free obituary then read the advantages of creating an obituary on Echovita and either click Start now or Create an obituary for your loved to begin. Arrangements have been entrusted to Frank L. Keszei Funeral Home, Essling Chapel in La Porte. Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. (La Porte County, IN) - The spotlight for two consecutive days will be on candidates for local offices in the May primary. The teen later died at a hospital. Burial will follow in St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Michigan City, Indiana. On November 24th, 1951, in La Porte, she married Robert Herod who preceded her in death March 7th, 2019. Most importantly, Mary dearly loved spending time with her grandchildren. Bill received his Bachelor's degree from Harding University and his Masters degree from Arkansas State University. She was born August 2th, 1933 in Michigan City, Indiana to the late Stanley Jasniewski and Lillian (Roskie) Jasniewski-Marciniak. La Porte County Herald-Dispatch obituaries and death notices from funeral homes and families. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Lois Faye Nelson; great grandparents, Gilbert H. and Lois Corss, James L. and Olive Jean LaPorte, Floyd and Avis Williams, Bernice Nelson; great aunts, Rose Wright, Cindy Williams; and great uncle, Eric Williams. John R Woods, 98, of LaPorte, IN, peacefully passed away following a brief illness on April 23rd, 2023. She is survived by her parents, Robert II and Michelle LaPorte of Cassopolis: grandparents, Robert I and Connie LaPorte of South Boardman, Mike and Laurie Nelson of Morley; aunts, Tammy (Brian) Hartsell of Traverse City, Teresa LaPorte of Cassopolis, Heather Nelson of Battle Creek, Marjorie (Tyler) Ward, Rebecca (Dustin) Neal, both of Morley, Amanda (Ron) Kremers of Grand Rapids; uncles, William (Ginger) LaPorte of Edwardsburg, Michael (Amanda) Nelson of Michigan, Jack (Gabbie) Shephard of Morley; cousins, Kody Hartsell, Austin Hartsell, Savannah Hartsell, Dale LaPorte, Cody Nelson, Katie LaPorte, Mackinzie Nelson, Zane Shephard, Colt Neal, Charlie Neal, Clay Neal, Ava Ward, Emma Ward, Annie Nelson; and a host of extended relatives. On June 16th, 1951 in La Porte, she married James William Kruger, who passed away June 28th, 1995. Tom's devotion to his family was evident in his 70-year marriage to the love of his life, Jean L. Lenick, whom he married on June 14th, 1952, at the La Porte United Methodist Church. Lois was full of life. by Trust in God, Trust also in me. 4747 Veterans Blvd Metairie, LA MARIANNE LAPORTE OBITUARY Marianne Ciaccio Laporte, age 80, of New Orleans, Louisiana passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving friends and family on. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. To send flowers James Arthur Jim Rodgers, 51, of LaPorte, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, after a long, courageous battle with lung and . Condolences may be shared with the family online atwww.cutlercares.com. December 11, 1942-March 22, 2023 In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either St. Vincent De Paul FoodPantry, 109 C. Street, La Porte, Indiana 46350, or LaPorte County Small Animal Shelter, 2855 W. State Road2, LaPorte, Indiana 46350. Surviving are daughter, Debbie (Tom) Irk of Michigan City, Indiana; two sons, Mark (Cindy) Kniola of Port Charlotte, Florida, Jeff (Pat) Kniola of Fishers, Indiana; seven grandchildren, Michael (Brier) Irk, Jennifer Irk, Amber (Matt) Wanke, Adam Kniola, Matt (Joy) Kniola, Katy (Ashton) Faramelli, and Carson Kniola; four great-grandchildren, Brilee Irk, Connor Wanke, Rowan Kniola, and Remi Kniola; sister, Vicky Grott of South Carolina; three brothers, Phillip Marciniak of Greensburg, Indiana, David Marciniak of Michigan City, Indiana, Michael (Sharon) Marciniak, Jr. of Michigan City, Indiana. Brother Murray (Joan) Johnson and her Sister Laura Hill. Donna graduated with a BA in Education from New York State University in Plattsburgh and later achieved her Master in Education from the University of Connecticut. On June 10, 1960, she married Arnold N. Sharrow who preceded her in death on February 15, 2001. Trevor Michaels. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Tuesday May 2nd, 11:00am, at SaintMary of the Lake Church, 718 W. Buffalo Street, New Buffalo, with Father Ed Cronin officiating. They were two of the most important parts of his life. On August 26, 1939 in Waterloo, Indiana she married Harold D. Gettys. He cherished his family & was a devoted husband, father, grandfather & great grandfather. Marianne Laporte Obituary (2022) - Metairie, LA - The Times-Picayune She passed away on February 17, 2023, in Bemidji, MN. He was described as a selfless, soft-spoken man. He carried this through-out his life as he loved and cared for many. She loved school. She Billy Parnell Sightes Stacey Scheppner, a loving mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2023, in La Porte, Indiana. Tom is also survived by his brother Dan and was preceded in death by his brother Ken. Joseph Knowlton, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on April 14th, 2023. On May 17th, 1958, Hans married Irmgard Baer who survives with their children, John Winter of La Porte, Tammy Bryant of La Porte, Linda Hanson, Charleston, Tennessee; grandchildren, Nicole Zaiko, Sacha Gee-Burns, Melissa (James) Kist, Britne Winter, Bree Winter, and Harley Bryant; great grandchildren, Kobe Hayward, Lexi Burns, Mia Burns, Benjamin Kish, Peyton Kist, and Austin Kist; many nieces and nephews; and a brother Horst Winter of Demont, Indiana. Her sons, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were the center of her life. Harrel was born on May 28th, 1966 in La Porte, IN, to Harrel D. Jarrett, Sr. and Pamela R. (Zellers) Johnson. Posted Today At 11:43am (La Porte, IN) - The 10 finalists for this year's Hoosier Star competition in La Porte reside locally and throughout the region, and will compete in their respective divisions for the title of HOOSIER STAR! Marion fought in the Korean War serving as Garage Foreman. Sherry was also preceded in death by her parents. He served as the president of Lions Paw Grand HOA for over 10 years. Also surviving are his children, Chad C. (Kelli) Curless of New Carlisle, Ryan A. Laporte Obituaries - Latest Obituaries in Laporte, MN - Echovita Family and friends will gather Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 12:00 noon in Wagner Family Funerals Connelly Chapel, 202 North Broadway Street, Cassopolis. She miraculously survived and fulfilled her goal while using her additional time to serve theneedy. Also surviving are her children, Elizabeth Allen of La Porte and John R. (Carrie) Allen III of Walkerton; 5 grandchildren, Claudia, Caitlyn, and John R. Allen IV, all of Mary Florence Allen, 68, surrounded by her family, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, April 16, 2023. She enjoyed indulging in Walker's Shortbread Cookies and taking road trips with her husband and family. To light a virtual candle, share a story of Sharons life or leave a message of comfort for her family, please visitesslingfuneralhome.com. Shirley retired from the Bethany Lutheran Church office, where she was a lifetime member and served as Secretary and Assistant Treasurer for many years. She is survived by her children, Rick (Cindy) Whitacre, Tamara (David) Gaul, Lori (Robert) Cabanaw, and David Whitacre; her grandchildren, Matthew (Whitney) Whitacre, Zachary Whitacre and Jared Gaul; and two great-grandchildren, Georgia and Verity. Jeff was born on March 10, 1974 in La Porte, IN, to Richard Keith and Nancy Jean (Knoll) Ransom.