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Frank Reed

Frank Reed

Oct 3, 2016

Frank E. Reed July 7, 1954-October 3, 2016 Frank E. Reed, 62, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Monday October 3, 2016 at his home in La Porte, IN. He was born July 7, 1954 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Walter Reed and Leona (Tibbs) Reed. He is survived by his sister, Gale Maracle of Lafayette, IN; several...

Blake Kirkham

Blake Kirkham

Sep 29, 2016

Blake E. Kirkham July 8, 1983 - September 29, 2016 Blake E. Kirkham passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 29, 2016. He is survived by his father, Kent (Maria Rica) Kirkham; mother, Kimberly (Liz Potter) Vermillion; brothers, Zachory (Ashley) Kirkham and Rolando Everett Kirkham; paternal grandmother, Sharon Kirkham; maternal grandmother, Cynthia Bolinger; niece, Kenzie Kirkham; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins;...

John Blind

John Blind

Sep 24, 2016

John S. Blind Oct. 23, 1947 - Sept. 24, 2016 John Sterling Blind finished his final chapter in life on September 24, 2016. He began his story on October 23, 1947, born to Edna Jean and Arthur Sterling Blind. John proudly served in the Air Force from 1967 - 1969 and was a Vietnam Veteran, serving 3 tours of duty...

Dennis Radloff

Dennis Radloff

Sep 23, 2016

Dennis Rae Radloff September 6, 1948-September 23, 2016 Dennis (Denny) R. Radloff, 68, of La Porte died on Friday September 23rd at his home after a lengthy illness. He was born on September 6, 1948 in Hammond, IN to Lara Gisledotter and Horace E. Radloff. He was a supporter of the Local VFW since 1996. Denny was a 30 year...

James Miller Sr.

James Miller Sr.

Sep 22, 2016

James A. Miller Sr. October 12, 1928-September 22, 2016 Mr. James A. Miller Sr., 87, of LaPorte, Indiana, passed away Thursday September 22, 2016 at Miller's Health and Rehab Center in LaPorte, IN. He was born October 12, 1928 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Alfred Miller and Vivian (Peterson) Miller. James worked as a mechanic for 26 years...

Eric Fletcher

Eric Fletcher

Sep 21, 2016

Eric P. Fletcher April 19, 1977-September 21, 2016 Eric P. Fletcher, 39, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away Wednesday September 21, 2016 in La Porte, IN. He was born April 19, 1977 in Warsaw, Indiana, the son of Ronald Fletcher and Linda (Johnson) Fletcher Gregor. Eric was a roofer. He enjoyed the outdoors, loved nature and he always had a...

Boyd Fee

Boyd Fee

Sep 16, 2016

Grover Fee March 6, 1940-September 16, 2016 Mr.Grover Fee , 76, of Kingsford Heights, Indiana, passed away Friday September 16, 2016 at Golden Living Center Fountainview in LaPorte, IN. He was born March 6, 1940 in Jonesville, Tennessee, the son of James Fee and Ethel (Demson) Fee. Grover was a retired truck driver with A.G. Trucking. He loved working outside...

Melba Evory

Melba Evory

Sep 15, 2016

Melba Lee Evory March 20, 1922-September 15, 2016 Melba Lee Evory, 94, of Walkerton, Indiana, passed away Thursday September 15, 2016 at Indiana University Health La Porte Hospital. She was born March 20, 1922 in Port Clinton, Ohio, the daughter of Erwin White and Myrtle (Hough) White. Melba was a member of Huntington First Christian Church, former member of Mary...

Karen Okrzesik

Karen Okrzesik

Sep 14, 2016

Karen M. Okrzesik March 2, 1958-September 14, 2016 Karen M. Okrzesik, 58, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away after a sudden illness on Wednesday September 14, 2016 at Indiana University Health La Porte Hospital. She was born March 2, 1958 in La Porte, Indiana, the daughter of Frank J. Okrzesik and Margaret (Smith) Okrzesik. Karen lived her life with fierce...

Walter Ganshaw

Walter Ganshaw

Sep 13, 2016

Walter William Ganshaw October 15, 1922-September 13, 2016 Walter William Ganshaw age 93, passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at his home in LaPorte, IN. He is survived by his wife, Joyce (Eaton) Ganshaw. Walter was born October 15, 1922 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Walter W. and Rose (Steinberg) Ganshaw who preceded him in death. He proudly served...

Evelyn Lenick

Evelyn Lenick

Sep 7, 2016

Evelyn I. Lenick May 25, 1929 - September 7, 2016 Evelyn I. Lenick age 87, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. She is survived by her daughters, Lori (Troy) Hutchinson of MI and Dorothy Didion of CA; grandchildren, Katee Crowder and Kyle Hutchinson; siblings, Lynn (Richard) Moe of CA, Joe (Arlene) Solmos of La Porte, IN and Mary...

Mr. Ronald Gross

Mr. Ronald Gross

Aug 30, 2016

Ronald Lee Gross age 64, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 with his loving family by his side. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Tammy Gross; children, Ronda (Richard) Brown and Ronald Gross Jr.; grandchildren, Matthew Kalucki, Andrew Kalucki, Kimberly Kalucki, Madyson Gross and Dylan Gross; brother, Louis (Bonnie) Gross; sister in law, Alice Gross...

Dorothy Masek

Dorothy Masek

Aug 29, 2016

Dorothy M. Masek June 22, 1921-August 28, 2016 Dorothy M. Masek age 95, peacefully passed away at the Alamo Nursing Home in Kalamazoo, MI on Sunday, August 28, 2016. She is survived by her son, Ronald (Arlene) Masek; daughter in law, Tammy Masek; grandchildren, Stefanie (Jacob) Blockland, Dennis (fiance Courtney Enochs) Masek, David (Alex) Masek and Jason Masek. Preceded in...

Dorothy Graham

Dorothy Graham

Aug 23, 2016

Dorothy Diane Graham May 30, 1943-August 23, 2016 Dorothy Diane Graham, age 73, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 with her loving husband by her side. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Dwight Graham; daughter, Kimberly Graham; grandchildren, Sarah and Shawn; several nieces and nephews and her faithful canine companion, Baxter. Preceded in death by...

Linda Dimmett-Parker

Linda Dimmett-Parker

Aug 22, 2016

Linda G. Dimmett-Parker June 19, 1961-August 22, 2016 Linda G. Dimmett-Parker age 55, peacefully passed away on Monday, August 22, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her husband, Dan Parker; daughter, Courtney (Nicholas) Tylka and soon to be born grandson, Justin Bradley Tylka; sons, Phillip (Kelsey) Bird and Stephen (Kristyn) Bird; sisters, Jennifer Dimmett and Julie...

Gail Hull

Gail Hull

Aug 22, 2016

Gail A. Hull April 17, 1948 - August 22, 2016 Gail A. Hull age 68, passed away on Monday, August 22, 2016. She is survived by her loving daughter, Donna Hull; daughter #2, Missy (Bob) Lang; father, Duane F. Williamson; sister, Wendy (Michael Kulasa) Blair; former son in law, David (Lori) Leslie; and her feline companion, Baby Dew. Preceded in...

Jim Anderson

Jim Anderson

Aug 19, 2016

Jim D. Anderson September 1, 1947 - August 19, 2016 Jim D. Anderson age 68 of La Porte passed away August 19, 2016 with his loving family by his side. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary Jo (nee Zeidler) Anderson; children, Michael Vernon (Jodi) Anderson, Jolie Michele (Steven) Pavent and Jill Marie (Phil) White; grandchildren, Bryce...

Kristin Doane

Kristin Doane

Aug 18, 2016

Kristin Rene' Doane January 31, 1986-August 18, 2016 Kristin Rene' Doane age 30, unexpectedly passed away Thursday August 18, 2016 at Indiana University Health La Porte Hospital in La Porte, IN. She is survived by her parents, Henry and Barbara (nee Binkley) Doane and her twin brother, Michael Doane of Kalamazoo, MI.. Preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Duke...

Mrs. Laura Forrester

Mrs. Laura Forrester

Aug 17, 2016

Laura L. Forrester May 30, 1957 - August 17, 2016 Laura L. Forrester passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 17, 2016. Laura had a passion for the beach as well as helping anyone in need. She regularly went out of her way to make others feel loved. Laura is survived by her husband, William Forrester; her two sons,...

Herschel Relford

Herschel Relford

Aug 13, 2016

Herschel Lee Relford March 7, 1944-August 13, 2016 Mr. Herschel Lee Relford, 72, of Rolling Prairie, Indiana, passed away Saturday August 13, 2016 at his home. He was born March 7, 1944 in Mexico, Missouri, the son of Elmer Relford and Aileen (McKenzie) Relford-Lee. He was Veteran of the US Marine Corp during the Vietnam War and he was a...

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