Obituaries

Dawn Herman

Dawn Herman

Apr 4, 2025

Dawn E. Herman, age 75, of Pocahontas, Iowa. passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at home.Dawn Elaine Mecklenburg was born on April 15, 1949 in La Porte, IN; daughter of Henry "Hank" and Evelyn (Johnson) Mecklenburg. Dawn attended and graduated from La Porte High School in 1967, and graduated from South Bend (IN) Beauty School in 1968. On November...

James L. Williamson

James L. Williamson

Apr 3, 2025

James L. Williamson

April 17, 1940-April 3, 2025

James L. Williamson, 84, of New Carlisle, Indiana, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025 at his home, surrounded by his loved ones.

He was born April 17, 1940 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Lee Williamson and Eloise (Nickerson) Williamson.

A lifelong resident of the area, James graduated from Rolling Prairie H.S., class of 1958,...

Jamie Pravecek

Jamie Pravecek

Apr 2, 2025

Jamie Lynn Pravecek

July 21, 1958-April 2, 2025

Mrs. Jamie Lynn Pravecek, 66, of White Pigeon, Michigan, formerly of La Porte, IN, passed away Wednesday April 2, 2025 at Elkhart General Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born July 21, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of William Mabry and Carol (Arvin) Mabry-Cass. She moved from Lansing IL to La Porte...

Verneda "Edie" Jones

Verneda "Edie" Jones

Mar 28, 2025

Verneda "Edie" Jones, departed this world on March 28, 2025, at the cherished age of 97, at Hamilton Grove Communities. Born on May 14, 1927, in the small town of Monon, Indiana, Edie's journey was marked by resilience, love, and a zest for life that left an indelible impact on all who knew her. 

Edie, a devoted daughter of Alfred and...

Maurica Edgecomb

Maurica Edgecomb

Mar 19, 2025

Maurica Michelle Edgecomb

June 6, 1959-March 19, 2025

Maurica Michelle Edgecomb, 65, of New Carlisle, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at Hamilton Communities, Inc. in New Carlisle, IN.

She was born June 6, 1959 in Michigan City, Indiana, the daughter of Robert Dale Edgecomb and Catherine (Hoffmaster) Edgecomb.

Maurica was a lifelong resident of the area and a devoted Christian. She was...

Francis Griffith III

Francis Griffith III

Mar 15, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Francis Geoffrey Griffith III (Wiff, Jeff) on December 5, 2024 at the age of 78. Jeff was born on October 12, 1946 to Francis Geoffrey Jr and Rita in San Luis Obispo, California. Just 9 days after his 17th birthday, Wiff enlisted in the United States Army on October...

Joan Forrester

Joan Forrester

Mar 15, 2025

Joan Forrester

September 9, 1946 -March 14, 2025

Joan Forrester, 78, of Walkerton, Indiana, passed away Friday, March 14, 2025 at her son’s Thomas’s home, surrounded by loved ones.

She was born September 9, 1946 in Detroit Lakes, MN, the daughter of Herbert Ronning and Olga (Tolerude) Ronning.

Joan graduated from Audubon High School in Minnesota, class of 1965. Shortly after graduating, she moved...

Darlene M. Wawok

Darlene M. Wawok

Mar 14, 2025

Darlene Mae Wawok

October 14, 1940-March 14, 2025

Darlene Mae Wawok, 84, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Friday, March 14, 2025 at Northwest Health-Porter, IN.

She was born October 14, 1940 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of Jesse Milroy Freese and Mary Elizabeth Marcella (Wiltfong) Freese.

A lifelong resident of the area, Darlene attended La Porte High, then worked for American Home...

Jerry W. Hunt

Jerry W. Hunt

Mar 12, 2025

Jerry W. Hunt

May 29, 1943-March 12, 2025

Jerry Wayne Hunt, 81, of Kingsford Height, Indiana, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, departed this life on Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

Jerry was born May 29, 1943, in McClemoresville, Tennessee, to D.H. Hunt and Augusta (Hillsman) Hunt. On August 28, 1965, Jerry married the love of his life, Margaret (Buchanan), and they were blessed...

Carol A. Wesch

Carol A. Wesch

Mar 10, 2025

Carol A. Wesch, 78, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Monday, March 10, 2025 at Northwest Health-La Porte, IN.

She was born July 1, 1946 in La Porte, the daughter of Kenneth Lain and Beatrice (Landwer) Lain.

A lifelong resident of the area, Carol graduated from Elston High School, class of 1964. She worked in the meat department at 5 Star market...

Adam P. Temple

Adam P. Temple

Mar 8, 2025

Adam Patrick Temple

July 20, 1978-March 8, 2025

Adam Patrick Temple, 46, of New Carlisle, Indiana, passed away Saturday March 8, 2025 at his home.

He was born July 20, 1978 in South Bend, Indiana, the son of Patrick Arthur Temple and Roxann (Willis) Temple.

A lifelong resident of the area, Adam graduated from New Carlisle High School, class of 1997. He began his...

Michael Weaver

Michael Weaver

Mar 7, 2025

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Michael J. Weaver

August 22, 1949-March 7, 2025

Michael J. Weaver, 75, of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away Friday March 7, 2025 at Addison Pointe in Chesterton, IN.

He was born August 22, 1949 in Chicago, Illinois. He departed this life on March 7, 2025.

Michael was proceeded in death by his mother, Emily Serbent and step-father Carl Serbent. He is survived and leave...

Jeannette Degner

Jeannette Degner

Mar 3, 2025

Jeannette M Degner

September 3, 1923-March 3, 2025

Jeannette Degner, 101, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Monday, March 3, 2025 at Settlers Place in La Porte, IN.

She was born September 3, 1923 in Michigan City, Indiana, the daughter of Carl Lueth and Ameila Adeline(Weiler) Lueth.

Jeannette graduated from Elston High School in Michigan City, class of 1942. She married Lorenz "Larry" Degner,...

Donald Eugene Sawyer Jr.

Donald Eugene Sawyer Jr.

Feb 28, 2025

Donald Eugene Sawyer Jr., 54, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Friday February 28, 2025 at Franciscan Health, Michigan City, IN.

He was born September 26, 1970 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Donald Sawyer Sr. and Sandra Irveen (Churchill) Sawyer.

A lifelong resident of the area, Donald served in the United States Army, stationed in Panama. On August 23, 2017,...

Katherine Crail

Katherine Crail

Feb 28, 2025

Katherine Sue Crail, 76, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Friday February 28, 2025 with her loving husband and her family by her side. 

She was born February 17, 1949 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of Harry E. Morrison Sr. and Charlotte R. (Wise) Morrison.

A proud graduate of La Porte High School, Class of 1967. Katherine dedicated her life to...

David Masterson

David Masterson

Feb 27, 2025

David W Masterson 

July 9, 1949-February 27, 2025

David W. Masterson, 75, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Thursday February 27, 2025 at Franciscan Health Michigan City. 

He was born July 9, 1949 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Donald Masterson and Jean (Gurtis) Masterson.

A life long resident of the area, David graduated from South Central High School, where he was apart...

Harriet Kathryn Buchanan

Harriet Kathryn Buchanan

Feb 25, 2025

Harriet Kathryn Buchanan, 101, of Niles, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Brickyard Care Center Mishawaka.

She was born January 8, 1924 in Laporte, Indiana, the daughter of Roy Zellers and Anna Marie (Schindler) Zellers.

As the owner of Mode O'Day in Niles, Michigan, Harriet applied her keen sense of style and entrepreneurship with grace and vitality. Her talents extended...

Erik Anton Buzalski

Erik Anton Buzalski

Feb 24, 2025

Erik Anton Buzalski March 26, 1981-February 24, 2025 Erik Anton Buzalski, 43, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Monday February 24, 2025 in Chesterton, IN. 

He was born March 26, 1981 in Michigan City, Indiana, the of Richard Buzalski and Vicky (Ellis) Buzalski. 

Erik earned his bachelor's degree and embarked on a successful career as a mechanical engineer at MSI. His passion...

Linda Rozinski

Linda Rozinski

Feb 23, 2025

Linda Joan Rozinski 

June 17, 1946-February 23, 2025

Linda Joan (Hopkins) Rozinski, of La Porte, Indiana, gracefully departed from this world on February 23, 2025, at the Brickyard Care Center, where she spent her final days surrounded by the love and warmth she so generously shared throughout her life. She was born on June 17, 1946, in Winslow, Indiana, and during her...

Gerald (Jerry) Piotrowicz

Gerald (Jerry) Piotrowicz

Feb 17, 2025

Gerald 'Jerry' Ray Piotrowicz 

November 15, 1943-February 17, 2025

Gerald ‘Jerry’ Ray Piotrowicz, 81, of La Porte, Indiana passed away on February 17th at home, surrounded by his wife, Barbara, and his son, Brian. 

Jerry was born on November 15th, 1943, in La Porte, Indiana to Esther Peterson and William Puckett. He was later adopted by Stan Piotrowicz.

He graduated President of his class...