Obituaries

Susan Vaughn

Susan Vaughn

Jan 29, 2024

Susan Vaughn

Susan Diane Vaughn, age 74 passed away at her LaPorte, IN home on January 29th 2024. 

Susan was born on May 25th 1949 in Gary, Indiana. She grew up alongside her three siblings and attended Lew Wallace High School where she graduated in 1967. She worked in Sheet & Tin at US Steel in Gary. She enjoyed photography, caring for...

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...

Marilyn Taylor

Marilyn Taylor

Jan 24, 2024

Marilyn  Ruth Taylor  

October 27, 1930-January 24, 2024

Marilyn Ruth Taylor, 93, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at her home.

 She was born October 27, 1930 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of Orlando Wilson Jones Jr. and Johanna (Studt) Jones.

 A life-long resident of the area, Marilyn was a 1948 graduate of Rolling Prairie High School. On...

Dennis Cunningham

Dennis Cunningham

Jan 22, 2024

Dennis Ray Cunningham  

July 23, 1986-January 22, 2024

 

Dennis Ray Cunningham, 37, of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away Monday January 22, 2024 at Franciscan Hospital, Michigan City, IN.

 

He was born July 23, 1986 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Jane Cunningham.

 

A lifelong resident of the area, Dennis was a simple and loving man who adored his family, especially his cousins.  He...

Larry F. Bush

Larry F. Bush

Jan 18, 2024

Larry F. Bush  

March 11, 1954-January 18, 2024

 

Larry F. Bush, 69, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Northwest Health-La Porte, IN

 

He was born March 11, 1954 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Lucy (Albertson) Bush-Ellis.

 

On August 11, 1979, in La Porte, IN, he married Pamela Kay Rehlander, who survives.

 

He is also survived by his son,...

Kenneth Peting

Kenneth Peting

Jan 18, 2024

Kenneth Robert Peting, age 96, passed away peacefully at his home in Beach City, Texas on Thursday, January 18, 2024. He was born in La Porte, Indiana on April 20, 1927 to Louis Peting and Burtress Mills.

Kenny (Ken) was a WWII veteran, John Deere mechanic, tool and die maker, Plant manager at Laporte Plastics and worked in sales at Stove...

Hollie Lawson

Hollie Lawson

Jan 17, 2024

Hollie Ann Lawson  

January 19, 1989 - January 17, 2024

 

Hollie Ann Lawson, 34, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Wednesday January 17, 2024 in South Bend, IN.

 

She was born January 19, 1989 in South Bend, IN, the daughter of Bill Lorence and Stacy (Lawson) Schmitz.

 

A lifelong resident of the area, Hollie really loved spending time with her family and friends, especially...

Victoria L. Burge

Victoria L. Burge

Jan 17, 2024

Victoria Lynn Burge  

September 8, 1967-January 17, 2024

 

Victoria Lynn Burge, 56, of Hanna, Indiana, passed away Wednesday January 17, 2024 at Northwest Health-La Porte, IN.

 

She was born September 8, 1967 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of James Stewart and Kandace (Hoaglund) Stewart-Rice, both who preceded her in death.

 

A lifelong resident of La Porte County, Victoria graduated from La Porte High...

David Baughman

David Baughman

Jan 14, 2024

 

David DaVon Baughman  

May 16, 1950-January 14, 2024

 

David Baughman, 73, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Sunday January 14, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his family.

 

He was born May 16, 1950 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of David Baughman and Edna (Boyer) Baughman.

 

A lifelong resident of the area, David...

Charles Goodman Jr.

Charles Goodman Jr.

Jan 13, 2024

 

Charles Goodman Jr.

May 16, 1974-January 13, 2024

 

Charles Goodman Jr., 49, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Saturday January 13, 2024 at Northwest Health-La Porte.

 

He was born May 16, 1974 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Charles Goodman Sr. and Beverly (Cooley) Goodman.

 

Charles was a twin who loved spending time with his...

Duana J. Mann

Duana J. Mann

Jan 12, 2024

 

Duana Jane Mann

November 1, 1926-January 12, 2024

 

Duana Jane Mann, 97, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Friday, January 12, 2024, after a brief illness.

 

She was born November 1, 1926 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of Francis Willard and Florence (Bradley) Edgerton.

 

A lifelong resident of the area, Duana attended Christ Church...

Charles Daniel Lindsley

Charles Daniel Lindsley

Jan 9, 2024

 

Charles Daniel Lindsley

May 10, 1942-January 9, 2024

 

Charles Daniel Lindsley, 81, of Koontz Lake, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his family.

 

He was born May 10, 1942 in rural St. Joseph County, IN, the son of Daniel Lindsley and Irma (Wolff) Lindsley.

 

Charles, a lifelong resident of...

Rebecca Sue Shott

Rebecca Sue Shott

Jan 9, 2024

 

Rebecca Sue Shott  

October 5, 1956-January 9, 2024

 

Rebecca Sue Shott, 67, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Tuesday January 9, 2024 at home, with her family by her side.

 

She was born October 5, 1956 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of Carl Bilderback and Penny (Kolar) Bilderback.

 

A lifelong resident of the area,...

Kristy Harlow

Kristy Harlow

Dec 31, 2023

 

Kristy Kay Harlow  

June 29, 1970-December 31, 2023

 

Kristy Kay Harlow, 53, of Union Mills, Indiana, passed away Sunday December 31, 2023 at her home, surrounded by her loved ones.

 

She was born June 29, 1970 in Michigan City, Indiana, the daughter of Donald Wayne Ashmore and Carolyn (Eberhart) Ashmore.

 

A lifelong resident of the...

Pamela Dixon

Pamela Dixon

Dec 30, 2023

 

Pamela Lynn Dixon  

December 7, 1968-December 30, 2023

 

Pamela Lynn Dixon, 55, of Rolling Prairie, Indiana, passed away Saturday December 30, 2023 at Brickyard Terrace Care Center, La Porte, IN.

 

She was born December 7, 1968 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of Ralph Everill and Myrna (Hunt) Everill.

 

A lifelong resident of the...

Rodney Hoffer

Rodney Hoffer

Dec 29, 2023

 

Rodney Hoffer

February 23, 1967-December 29, 2023

 

Rodney Hoffer, 56, of New Carlisle, IN, passed away Friday, December 29, 2023 at Northwest Health-La Porte.

 

He was born February 23, 1967 in South Bend, Indiana, the son of Richard Hoffer and Donna (Hatten) Hoffer.

 

A lifelong resident of the area, Rodney graduated from New Prairie High...

Norma Carper

Norma Carper

Dec 29, 2023

Norma Carper passed away peacefully at Miller's Re-Hab in La Porte, IN. The family has chosen cremation with no services at this time.

Arrangements are under the direction of Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services 602 Maple Ave. La Porte, IN 46350 219.362.3333.

On-line condolences may be made at www.haverstockfuneralhome.com

 

Harold Miller

Harold Miller

Dec 28, 2023

 

Harold A. Miller  

January 12, 1935-December 28, 2023

 

Harold A. Miller, 88, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Thursday December 28, 2023 at Community Hospital in Munster, IN.

 

He was born January 12, 1935 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Walter Miller and Madeline (Wilt) Miller.

 

Harold was a lifelong resident of the La...