Obituaries

Jul 5, 2026

Calvin Carl Jenks, age 76, of Knox, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by the love of his family, on Sunday, July 5, 2026.

Born on October 12, 1949, in Porter County, Indiana, Calvin was the son of the late Clark C. Jenks and Inez E. (Hayes) Jenks. He graduated from Elston High School in Michigan City with the...

Jul 29, 2026

Janice R. Lockhart, age 95, a lifelong resident of LaPorte, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at Miller's Health & Rehab in LaPorte.

Born on January 4, 1931, in LaPorte, Janice was the daughter of the late Chandler and Rose (Crane) Piper. On June 26, 1948, she married the love of her life, Lyle...

Jul 24, 2026

Stanley Dopieralski, Jr., age 89, of New Carlisle, IN passed away as he wished- peacefully in his own home on Friday, July 24, 2026.

Stanley was born on July 18, 1937 in South Bend, IN to the late Stanley, Sr. and Marian (Clem) Dopieralski. He was a graduate of New Carlisle High School, Class of 1956. Through a mutual friend at...

Jul 23, 2026

Jul 22, 2026

Robert W. Kegebein, age 83, of LaPorte, Indiana, and The Villages, Florida, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, July 22, 2026, at Northwest Health–La Porte.

Known affectionately as “Bob” to his family and friends, he was born on April 29, 1943, in LaPorte, Indiana, to the late Paul and Josephine (Bales) Kegebein. A lifelong connection to his hometown began with his graduation...

Jul 19, 2026

Betty J. Jones, age 92, of LaPorte, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Northwest Health in LaPorte, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of love, service, family, and adventure.

Betty was born on February 14, 1934, in Petersburg, Indiana, to the late Daniel and Lola (Johnson) Luke. On August 9, 1952, she married the love of her life, Ralph H....

Jul 18, 2026

Nancy B. Grimm, age 91, of LaPorte, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on Saturday morning, July 18, 2026.

Nancy was born on March 20, 1935, in Michigan City, Indiana, to the late Carl and Mary (Sopko) Novak. On December 31, 1955, she married the love of her life, Donald Grimm, in Chicago, Illinois. Together, they built a...

Jul 11, 2026

Wilma Jean Giesler, age 80, of LaPorte, IN, passed away Saturday on July 11, 2026.

Wilma was born on May 30, 1946, in Lexington, Kentucky, to the late Jim Noel and Edith Gourley. Wilma and her family moved to LaPorte, Indiana, on Memorial Day in 1953, where she embraced her responsibilities and family life from a young age. She was a...

Jul 8, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Justin Charles Paton on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.

Justin was born on February 2, 1975, in Johannesburg, South Africa to Andrew and Carol Paton. His education took him across the globe, ultimately leading him to the United States, where he attended Eastern Nazarene University. In 2006, Justin met the love...

Jun 26, 2026

Wanda Lee Kinsey (nee Tanksley), age 79, of Mill Creek, IN, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026.

Wanda was born on April 4, 1947 in Molden, Alabama to the late Price and Lucy (nee Chaney) Tanksley. In 1959, she and her family moved to Mill Creek, IN where Wanda resided for the rest of her life. Wanda attended Mill Creek...

Jun 22, 2026

Nancy L. Daedone, age 81, of New Carlisle, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, June 22, 2026, at Miller's Merry Manor in New Carlisle.

Born on February 4, 1945, in LaPorte, Indiana, Nancy was the beloved daughter of the late Harold Boniface and Lois (Upp) Boniface. She graduated from Rolling Prairie High School with the Class of 1963 before pursuing her...

Jun 21, 2026

Charles Benjamin "Chuck" Ackerson, age 75, of LaPorte, Indiana, passed away on Sunday morning, June 21, 2026, at Northwest Health–LaPorte.

Born on September 11, 1950, in LaPorte, Chuck was the son of Donald Ackerson and Lorraine A. (Johnson) Ackerson. He attended LaPorte High School before proudly answering the call to serve his country in the United States Army, serving honorably from...

Jun 21, 2026

Brian L. Roseman, age 75, of LaPorte, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by the love of his family, on Sunday evening, June 21, 2026.

Born on June 10, 1951, in Valparaiso, Indiana, Brian was the beloved son of the late Ralph and Frances (Ziegler) Roseman. He graduated from North Judson High School with the Class of 1969 and went...

Jun 20, 2026

Bryan Allen Johnson, a beloved son, brother, and cherished friend, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the age of 51. He was born on January 13, 1975, and spent most of his life in Rolling Prairie, Indiana, where he made lasting memories and friendships that will forever be treasured.

Bryan was a steadfast member of the construction community, working...

Jun 17, 2026

Thelma F. Sanders, age 95, of LaPorte, Indiana, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Silver Birch of Michigan City.

Born on May 29, 1931, in Hanna, Indiana, Thelma was the cherished daughter of the late Russell Heath and Lillian (Rollins) Heath. She lived a long and remarkable life defined by resilience, kindness, and...

Jun 15, 2026

Patricia D. Meikle, age 87, of Rolling Prairie, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Monday morning, June 15, 2026.

Born in Chicago, Illinois, on June 11, 1939, Patricia was the daughter of the late Edward Stepanek and Mae (Kebr) Stepanek. Her earliest childhood friend was Nancy (Mae Koski Kwaiatkowski). They would open their childhood adjacent kitchen windows...

Jun 14, 2026

Beverly Jean Parrett, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, at the age of 80. 

Born on March 2, 1946, in La Porte, Indiana, Beverly dedicated her life not only to her family but also to her esteemed work at the La Porte County Assessor's Office. Her meticulous nature made her an integral part of...

Jun 14, 2026

John Paul Zupko, Sr., age 79, of LaPorte, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, June 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at the Indiana Veterans Home in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Born on May 24, 1947, in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, John lived a life defined by dedication, hard work, and unwavering devotion to those he loved. Following his graduation from high school...

Jun 11, 2026

George W. Fultz, age 84, a lifelong resident of Rolling Prairie, peacefully left this world to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 11, 2026.

Born on June 16, 1941, in LaPorte, Indiana, George was the son of the late George and Elinor (Strauch) Fultz. He graduated from Rolling Prairie High School with the Class of 1960, where he...

Jun 2, 2026

Barbara Lynn (Good) Fortin, age 65, of La Porte, passed away peacefully at Northwest Health-La Porte on Monday evening, June 1, 2026.

Born in South Bend, Indiana, on October 25, 1960, Barbara was the cherished daughter of the late Robert Good and Joella (Burdue) Good.

On June 16, 1978, she married the love of her life, Gene L. Fortin, beginning a devoted partnership that spanned nearly...