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Steven J. Kraus

Steven J. Kraus

Mar 16, 2024

Steven J. Kraus  

September 13, 1956-March 16, 2024

 

Steven J. Kraus, 67, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Saturday March 16, 2024 at his home in La Porte, IN. with his wife by his side.

 

He was born September 13, 1956 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Ernie Kraus and Lora (Orcutt) Kraus.

 

Steve loved to go fishing and going to the park...

Lorena Mae Ritter

Lorena Mae Ritter

Mar 14, 2024

Lorena M. Ritter 

August 12, 1938-March 14, 2024

 

Lorena M. Ritter, 85, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2024 at Brickyard Healthcare- Fountainview Terrace in La Porte, IN.

 

She was born August 12, 1938 in La Porte, Indiana. Her parents were Floyd E. Scott and Maxine (Kirkham) Scott, both who preceded her in death.

 

A lifelong resident of the area, Lorena...

Lisa Darcusio

Lisa Darcusio

Mar 11, 2024

Lisa Renee Darcusio  

March 23, 1965-March 11, 2024

 

 

Lisa Renee Darcusio, 58, of La Porte, Indiana, formerly of New Jersey, passed away Monday March 11, 2024 at Community Hospital Munster, IN. 

 

She was born March 23, 1965 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, the daughter of Ruth (Garrison) Slocum.

 

Lisa lived in La Porte for the past 3 years. Her faith and love for God...

Robert Scott

Robert Scott

Mar 10, 2024

Robert C. Scott  

June 26, 1944-March 10, 2024

 

Robert C. Scott, 79, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Sunday March 10, 2024 at Northwest Health-La Porte.

 

He was born June 26, 1944 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Charles Scott and Kathleen (Heisler) Scott.

 

Robert spent much of his life in La Porte, working for 35 years at Berkel as a Machinist, then...

Eugene Davis

Eugene Davis

Mar 9, 2024

Eugene W. Davis, 95, United States Army Veteran; devoted son ot the late Mary (nee Tappan) and the later Edward Davis; loving brother of the late George Arthur Davis, the late Lillian Fleenor, the later Dorothy Swanson, the later Jesse Sheeley, the late Emma Duncan, the later Donald Davis and the late Clifford Davis; dear friend of Ann Bass and...

Arthur Griffin

Arthur Griffin

Mar 9, 2024

Arthur Griffin passed away Saturday, March 9 at the Bickford of Crown Point with his family by his side. Arrangements are under the direction of Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Robert Shaw

Robert Shaw

Mar 3, 2024

Robert "Bob" Homer Shaw 

June 20, 1945-March 3, 2024

 

Robert "Bob" Shaw, 78, of Knox, Indiana, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2024 at his home. 

 

He was born June 20, 1945 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Walter J. Shaw and Charlotte M. (Berg) Shaw.

 

Bob graduated from La Porte High School and served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War....

Elizabeth Mullins

Elizabeth Mullins

Mar 2, 2024

Elizabeth Mullins 

May 13, 1955-March 2, 2024

 

Elizabeth Mullins, 68, of Kingsford Heights, Indiana, a beacon of warmth and love in the lives of all who knew her, passed away Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN.

 

She was born May 13, 1955 in Tecumseh, Michigan, the daughter of Seldon Armstrong and Martha (Fletcher) Armstrong.

 

On September 18, 1971, in...

Daniel Wheatbrook

Daniel Wheatbrook

Feb 24, 2024

Daniel Lee Wheatbrook  

January 11, 1950-February 24, 2024

 

Daniel Lee Wheatbrook, 74, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Saturday February 24, 2024 at Brickyard Care Center-La Porte.

 

He was born January 11, 1950 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Charles Wheatbrook and Dorothy   (Reese) Wheatbrook., both who preceded him in death.

 

A lifelong resident of the area, Daniel graduated in 1968 with...

Cassandra Lee "Frosty" Vaughn

Cassandra Lee "Frosty" Vaughn

Feb 23, 2024

Cassandra Lee “Frosty” Vaughn

June 30, 1968-February 23, 2024

 

Cassandra Lee “Frosty” Vaughn passed away on February 23, 2024 in Oklahoma City, OK, at the age of 55. She was born on June 30, 1968, in La Porte, IN. Cassandra, known to many as “Frosty”, was a devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend.

 

She was a vibrant and energetic individual who touched...

Bonnie Faulstich

Bonnie Faulstich

Feb 17, 2024

Bonnie Cheryl Faulstich  

November 13, 1949-February 17, 2024

 

Bonnie Cheryl Faulstich, 74, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Saturday February 17, 2024 at Millers Health and Rehab, La Porte.

 

She was born November 13, 1949 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of George Beaver, Jr. and Bernadette (Schiele) Beaver-Catlin.

 

On December 12, 1970, in La Porte, she married the love of her life, Walter...

Mildred Freyer

Mildred Freyer

Feb 14, 2024

Mildred Freyer passed away Wednesday, February 14 at Northwest Health-La Porte. Arrangements under direction of Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services. 

Mildred will be laid to rest in Iowa.

Jane Claire Ragle

Jane Claire Ragle

Feb 12, 2024

Jane Claire Ragle  

June 30, 1944 - February 12, 2024

 

Jane Claire Ragle, 78 Years, of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away peacefully Monday, February 12 at Silver Birch Assisted Living Facilities.

 

She was born June 30, 1944 in Westville, Indiana, the daughter of Delbert Ragle and Martha "Beulah" (Hilton) Ragle.

 

Jane, who moved to this area from Chicago five years ago, earned her Master's...

Sammy Ann Robbins

Sammy Ann Robbins

Feb 11, 2024

Sammy Ann Robbins  

December 30, 1939-February 11, 2024

 

Sammy Ann Robbins, 84, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Sunday February 11, 2024 at Brickyard Care Center-La Porte, IN.

 

She was born December 30, 1939 in Decatur, Illinois, the daughter of Robert Latch and Helen (Jenkins) Latch.

 

Sammy Ann led a fascinating life enjoying and involved in so many things. She was a member of...

Herman Richard Jonushaitis

Herman Richard Jonushaitis

Feb 8, 2024

Herman "Richard" Jonushaitis  

June 15, 1933-February 8, 2024

 

Herman "Richard" Jonushaitis, 90, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Thursday February 8, 2024 at Brickyard Care Center-La Porte.

 

Herman Richard Jonushaitis was born June 15, 1933 in La Porte, IN to Mike and Anna (Nauseda: Jonushaitis, both are deceased. Herman was proceeded in death by his 4 brothers Otto (Lillian) Jonushaitis; Ewald (Ann) Jonushaitis:...

Ruth Baugh

Ruth Baugh

Feb 5, 2024

Ruth L. Baugh 

March 27, 1935-February 5, 2024

 

Ruth L. Baugh, 88, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Monday, February 5, 2024 at Acres of Indiana in New Carlisle, IN.

 

She was born March 27, 1935 in St. Joseph County, Indiana, the daughter of Andrew Amor and Naomi (Diedrich) Amor.

 

A lifelong resident of the area, Ruth worked in data entry for Howmet. On...

Susan Vaughn

Susan Vaughn

Jan 29, 2024

Susan Vaughn passed away Monday, January 29 in her apartment at Cambridge Square. Arrangements are pending with Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Robert Goethals

Robert Goethals

Jan 26, 2024

Robert Louis Goethals

June 22, 1927 - January 26, 2024

 

 

Bob Goethals, Dad, Grandpa, Uncle Bob and Mr. Friendly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on January 26, 2024.

Born in Union Center, IN on June 22, 1927 to Charles and Verneatha Goethals, Bob was a lifelong resident of the area.

 

On June 25, 1955, he married Alice Doms at St Joseph...

Magda Hasse

Magda Hasse

Jan 26, 2024

Magda Christiane Hasse 

April 26, 1926-January 26, 2024

 

Magda Christiane Hasse, 97, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Friday, January 26, 2024 at Settlers Place in La Porte, IN.

 

She was born April 26, 1926 in Westerland, SYLT, the daughter of Max and Toni Mangelsen.

 

A long-time member of the Trinity Lutheran Church of La Porte, Magda sang soprano in the church choir and...

Robert Swaby

Robert Swaby

Jan 25, 2024

Robert Thomas Swaby  

April 26, 1943-January 25, 2024

 

Robert Thomas Swaby, 80, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024 at Hamilton Grove Communities in New Carlisle, IN.

 

He was born April 26, 1943 in Sullivan, IN, the son of Orval and Laura (Ladson) Swaby.

 

Robert graduated from Sullivan High School and then served in the United States Air Force and Indiana...

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