Obituaries

Artur  "Art" Sorg, Jr.

Artur "Art" Sorg, Jr.

May 23, 2025

Artur "Art" Sorg, Jr., 66, of Mill Creek, IN, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025.

He was born on August 21, 1958, in La Porte, IN, to Gerlinde (Heinrich) and Artur Sorg, Sr.

Art is survived by his 2 sons, Artur "A.J." Sorg III of La Porte and Jeffrey (Ashley Reyes) Sorg of Rolling Prairie; 4 grandchildren, Sophie Sorg of La...

Dorothy Evelyn Adkins

Dorothy Evelyn Adkins

May 19, 2025

Dorothy Evelyn Adkins, 82, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025, at Millers Merry Manor-New Carlisle.

Dorothy was born on July 26, 1942, in Michigan City, IN, to Earl and Dorothy (Yanke) Windle.

Surviving Dorothy are her 2 children, Tammera Shirhall and William Adkins, both of La Porte; 2 grandsons, Jacob (Esmer) Frankinburger of TX and Jonathon Adkins...

M. Marjorie Scarborough

M. Marjorie Scarborough

May 19, 2025

Mary "Marjorie" Scarborough, 90, of Union Mills, IN, passed away on May 19, 2025 at her home, surrounded by the love of her family.

Marjorie was born on December 31, 1934 in La Porte, IN, to John and Mary (Bealor) Amor.

On November 10, 1956 at Salem Chapel United Methodist Church, in La Porte, IN, she married John...

Donna Lou Dadlow-Wood

Donna Lou Dadlow-Wood

May 17, 2025

Donna Lou Dadlow-Wood, 68, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Donna was born on January 12, 1957, in La Porte, IN, to Donald and Mary (Alderfer) Wood.

Surviving Donna are her 3 children, Elicia (James) Garske of La Porte, Danielle (Jammie) Downs of Mill Creek, and Brandon Dadlow of La...

Diane Kay Sennett

Diane Kay Sennett

May 15, 2025

Diane Kay Sennett, 81, of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on May 15, 2025.

Diane was born on September 20, 1943, in Michigan City, Indiana to Emory and Vera (Nash) Hippensteel.

On November 28, 1969, in Michigan City, Indiana, she married James L. Sennett who preceded her in death on March 7, 2021. Surviving are her beloved son,...

Jacob Hoggatt

Jacob Hoggatt

May 13, 2025

Jacob Daniel Hoggatt, 19, of South Bend, IN, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

He was born on November 14, 2005, in La Porte, IN, to Billy and Amber (Shoffner) Hoggatt.

Jacob is survived by his parents, Billy and Amber Hoggatt of South Bend; brother, Jayden Hoggatt of South Bend; grandmother,...

Laura "Laurie" Kathryn Kiger

Laura "Laurie" Kathryn Kiger

May 9, 2025

Laura "Laurie" Kathryn Kiger, 69, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Laurie was born on August 31, 1955, in La Porte, IN, to Myron "Whitey" and A. Kathryn (Wetter) Thornburg.

On October 16, 1998, in Las Vegas, NV, she married Douglas, who survives. Also surviving are her 2 sons, Kyle...

Larry A. Dillard

Larry A. Dillard

May 5, 2025

Larry A. Dillard, 75, of La Porte, IN, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025.

Larry was born on November 29, 1949, in Pontiac, MI, to William and Ramona (May) Dillard.

On August 22, 1969, in La Porte, IN, he married Pauline "Paula" Koepke who survives. Also surviving are his 2 children, Kim (Patrick) Bessegato and Larry Dillard, all of La Porte;...

Mary Ellen Wedow

Mary Ellen Wedow

May 3, 2025

Mary Ellen (Mecca) Wedow passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the age of 73, surrounded by her husband and daughters. She was born on May 10, 1951, in Michigan City, Indiana, to parents Mary and Joseph Mecca. She enjoyed 50 wonderful years of marriage to her devoted husband, Edward Albert Wedow, Jr. They spent most of their life...

Patricia Ann Badders

Patricia Ann Badders

May 3, 2025

Patricia Ann Badders, 93, of New Carlisle, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on February 6, 1932, in Mishawaka, Indiana, Patricia was the daughter of Russell and Gertrude (Werner) Overmyer. On May 5, 1951, she married the love of her life, George Badders, with whom she shared many...

Jimmy Spicer

Jimmy Spicer

May 1, 2025

Jimmy "Jim Bob" Rae Spicer, 62, of Michigan City, IN, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and family.

He was born on November 11, 1962, in Valparaiso, IN, to Tommy Lawson and MaryAnn (Spicer) Nunez.

On April 26, 2012, he married his childhood sweetheart and love of his life, Brenda Spicer,...

Rita Kay Howard

Rita Kay Howard

Apr 30, 2025

Rita Kay Howard, 58, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Northwest Health - La Porte.

Rita was born on October 26, 1966, in Michigan City, Indiana, to Clyde and Betty (Munn) Jausch.

On November 5, 1981, in Michigan City, she married the love of her life, Terry Lynn Howard, who preceded her in death. Together,...

Mary Catherine Hansen

Mary Catherine Hansen

Apr 29, 2025

Mary Catherine Hansen, 76, of La Porte, IN passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Mary was born on May 18, 1948, in Chicago, IL, to Stanley and Charlotte (Norton) Portlock.

In June of 1966, in Lansing, IL, she married Raymond J. Hansen, who survives. Also surviving are her 2 children, Lisa (Rick) Mackey of...

Mary "Jane" Loeffler

Mary "Jane" Loeffler

Apr 27, 2025

Mary "Jane" Loeffler, 78, of La Porte, IN, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, April 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family - the very people she cherished most in this world.

Born on August 3, 1946, in La Porte, IN, to Clarence and Leathe (Haag) Hilgendorf, Jane lived a life full of joy, laughter, and kindness. She...

Kevin James Absher

Kevin James Absher

Apr 24, 2025

Kevin James Absher, 51, of Valparaiso, IN, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Northwest Health-Porter.

He was born on August 7, 1973, in Las Cruces, NM, to James and Sally (Apodaca) Absher.

Kevin is survived by his 2 beautiful daughters, Jasmyne Absher of Fort Worth, TX and Angel Absher of Las Cruces, NM; parents, James (Sally) Absher of La...

Christine M. Rago

Christine M. Rago

Apr 23, 2025

Christine M. Rago, of La Porte, IN, fought a brave battle and passed away on April 23, 2025.

She is survived by her loving soulmate and wife, Laurie. Together they shared over 34 years of love and laughter.

She is the loving mother currently of 6 Border Collies, 2 cats, 2 llamas, as well as several sheep and chickens. Chris was an...

Leo Mae Ritter

Leo Mae Ritter

Apr 23, 2025

Leo Mae Ritter, 79, of Kingsbury, Indiana, passed away on April 23, 2025, at Brentwood of LaPorte, surrounded by her family

Leo Mae was born on October 4, 1945, in Casey, Illinois to Oliver and Ruby (Bennett) Cooley.

On August 31, 1968, in Kingsbury, IN, she married Edward Leonard Ritter, Jr. who preceded her in death on August...

Jeanne Marie Swanson

Jeanne Marie Swanson

Apr 21, 2025

Jeanne Marie Swanson, 97, of La Porte, IN, passed away on April 21, 2025, at Settlers Place.

Jeanne was born on December 5, 1927, in Michigan City, IN,to James and Laura (Cloutier) McNamara.

On November 24, 1949 in Peru, IN, she married Charles Swanson, who preceded her in death. Surviving Jeanne are her 4 children, James (Linda) Swanson of La Porte, Robert...

Suki Cho

Suki Cho

Apr 19, 2025

Suki Cho passed away on April 19, 2025, at the age of 82 in Baraga, Michigan.

Born in Yonan, North Korea, she escaped to South Korea with her Christian family in 1951. Separated from her parents and older brother shortly after escaping, she spent the Korean War orphaned on Gyodong Island, where, at eight years old, she lived with her four-year-old...

Geraldene "Jeri" Henning

Geraldene "Jeri" Henning

Apr 18, 2025

Geraldene "Jeri" Emma Henning, 89, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 18, 2025, at Settlers Place, surrounded by love and gentle care.

Born on April 14, 1936, in La Porte, Indiana, Jeri was the daughter of Otto and Marian (MacArthur) White. Her life was marked by quiet strength, faithful service, and a deep love for her family...