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Carol A. Wesch

Carol A. Wesch

Mar 11, 2025

CArol A. Wesch passed away Monday, March 10 at Northwest Health-La Porte with her family by her side. Arrangements are under the direction of Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Adam P. Temple

Adam P. Temple

Mar 8, 2025

Adam P. Temple passed away in his home Saturday, March 8 in New Carlisle, IN. Arrangements are pending with Haverstock Funeral Home anc Cremation Services.

Michael Weaver

Michael Weaver

Mar 7, 2025

Michael Weaver passed away Friday, March 7 at Addison Pointe Health Care in Chesterton, IN. Arrangements are pending with Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

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...

Howard H. Vough

Howard H. Vough

Feb 16, 2025

Howard H. Vough passed away Sunday, February 16 at Northwest Health-La Porte.

Arrangements are being entrusted to Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 602 Maple Ave., La Porte, IN where the family will receive friends for a visitation Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 2 p.m. military honors will be presented.

Lynn Marion Fulford

Lynn Marion Fulford

Feb 11, 2025

Lynn Marion Fulford passed away Tuesday, February 11 in her home with her husband and daughter by her side. Arrangements are pending with Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

LouAnn Slaven

LouAnn Slaven

Feb 7, 2025

LouAnn Slaven 

July 3, 1941-February 7, 2025

LouAnn Slaven, 83, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Friday, February 7, 2025, at her home.

She was born July 3, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Henry Uchacz and Lillian (Wyduch) Uchacz.

Growing up in Chicago, Illinois, LouAnn graduated from Visitation High School. On January 7, 1977, in Chicago, she married Michael A. Slaven, who...

Mariann Midlar

Mariann Midlar

Feb 4, 2025

Mariann G. Midlar, 76, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home, Tuesday, February 4, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.

She was born November 16, 1948 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of James Abraham Garfield Midlar and Rae Beatrice (Slocum) Midlar.

A lifelong resident of the area, Mariann was a baptized Episcopalian. Mariann was the first woman officer and patrolwoman...

William E. Emberton

William E. Emberton

Feb 4, 2025

William E Emberton 

May 23, 1945-February 4, 2025

William E Emberton, 79, of Walkerton, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Miller's Merry Manor in Walkerton, IN.

He was born May 23, 1945 in Monroe County, Kentucky, the son of Hulet E Emberton and Renia (Gearls) Emberton. 

William lived in Chicago, Illinois, before moving to the Walkerton, IN area in 1986. He attended...

Peggy Knoll

Peggy Knoll

Feb 2, 2025

Peggy Anne Knoll 

November 18, 1960-February 2, 2025

Peggy Anne Knoll, age 64 of Michigan City, IN passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2025. She was born with Angelman Syndrome in Waterloo, IA on November 18, 1960 to Airman William Knoll and Susan Hickman. 

Peggy's nicknames were "Giggles" or "Snicklefritz" and she was known for her joyfulness and happy demeanor. She had...

Mark Anthony Penn

Mark Anthony Penn

Jan 29, 2025

Mark Penn passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025 in New Haven, Indiana. Cremation to take place with private burial of cremated remains. Arrangements under the direction of Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

Darilyn Lowery

Darilyn Lowery

Jan 27, 2025

Darilyn Lowery, 75, of New Carlisle, Indiana, passed away Monday, January 27, 2025 at home, surrounded by her loved ones. 

She was born February 10, 1949 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of Frank Hartsaw and Wanda (Summit) Hartsaw, both who preceded her in death.

A lifelong resident of the area, Darilyn graduated from Rolling Prairie High School. On April 7, 1977...

Sharon Grace

Sharon Grace

Jan 27, 2025

Sharon Lee Grace 

March 9, 1941-January 27, 2025

Sharon Lee Grace, 83, of La Porte, Indiana, left her earthly bonds on Monday, January 27, 2025 at Brentwood Assisted Living in La Porte, IN.

The oldest child of seven, she was born March 9, 1941 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of Edwin Whorwell and Ruth (Jones) Whorwell, who preceded her in death. She...

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