Wanda B. Lucas, 93, of New Carlisle, passed away peacefully at 11:13 p.m., Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at Morton Plant Hospital, Clearwater, FL. She was born August 31, 1927, in Ora, Indiana, to Chester C. and Dorothea M. (Brooks) Scott. Wanda graduated from Knox High School in 1945. On November 21, 1947, in Ora, Indiana, she married Louis E. Lucas, Sr., who preceded her in death October 24, 2015. Wanda and Louis could often be found dancing, water skiing and playing card games. Wanda was a member of First Christian Church, Rolling Prairie. She was also a member of the Eastern Star. Wanda enjoyed traveling and taking walks, but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren,...

Christina Marie McCasland, 36, of South Bend, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. She was born October 23, 1984, in Harvey, Illinois, to Richard George McCasland, Jr. and Dianna Lynn (Cross) McCasland. Christina was a homemaker with an artistic knack for drawing. She was a self-willed, caring, funny and intelligent daughter, mother, sister, granddaughter and friend. Christina will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Surviving are her parents, Dianna Boo and David Boo II of San Pierre; two children, Mason Sullivan, age 17 and Faith Sullivan, age 16 both of McGee, Mississippi; five siblings, Steven Boo and Ben Boo both of Valparaiso,...

Hyland A. Nolan Jr., 86, Navy Veteran, of Long Beach, Indiana, passed away peacefully Sunday, February 28, 2021. Retired Partner of Nolan Construction Co. and beloved husband of the late Martha (Johnson) Nolan. Dear brother of James (Mary Fran), Terrence (Margaret), Patrick and Dorothy (Alex Sprovtsoff) Nolan; brother-in-law to Charlotte Nolan; uncle to many nieces and nephews. Preceding in death were his parents, Hyland Nolan Sr. and Dorothy (Kirby) Nolan; siblings, Diane (Michael) McDermott, Howard Nolan and Dennis (Paula) Nolan; and sister-in-law, Jacqueline Nolan. Private services will be held. Lakeview Funeral Home & Crematory, 247 W. Johnson Rd., La Porte, Indiana, (219)...

Joseph F. Thoman, 97, of La Porte, passed away peacefully at 5:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 2, 2020 in his home. Joe always liked to have an objective and one of his last was to reach the age of 97. Mission Accomplished!! Joe's parents, Joseph and Viola (Schmissuer) Thoman, died when Joe was five years of age as a result of two separate accidents. His mother lived for six months after the family car was involved in a collision. She made arrangements for extended family to care for her four orphans. At the age of seventeen, he met and married his first wife, Helga Sandburg. They had two beautiful children, John and Paula, but World War II interrupted their lives. Joe signed up for the...

Jean Mary Deacon, 85, of Rolling Prairie, IN, passed away peacefully at 4:08 p.m., Friday, August 7, 2020 at La Porte Hospital, La Porte, IN. She was born August 22, 1934, in Chicago, IL, to Henry and Margaret (Phillips) Killham. Jean enjoyed reading, trivia games, movies, decorating and traveling the world when she was a travel agent. Surviving are her three children, Lawrence Deacon of Mokena, IL, Debra (George) DiMatteo of Henderson, NV and Patrick Deacon of Rolling Prairie, IN; six grandchildren, Jamie (Craig Anderson), Justin (Whitney) and Jon DiMatteo and Kayla, Kara and Kristin Deacon. Preceding in death were her parents; husband, Charles Deacon; sister, Beverly Kurtz;...

Our dad, best friend and brother, William "Bill" Chapman passed away July 23, 2020 in Valparaiso, Indiana. Born to Seffie and Walter Chapman of Rensselaer, Bill grew up to be a great athlete and fisherman and held an admirable work ethic at BP, where he was a skilled pipefitter. He married Nancy Wagner and together they raised five children. His enjoyment of fishing and love for his family and good friends developed into a decades-long tradition of excursions to his favorite Northern Ontario fly-in outpost. Although the road trips were fun, it's also where Bill most enjoyed spending time with his family and became the wonderful dad, grandpa and friend he was known to be. Bill's hearty...

Theodora "Teddy" Elizabeth Lau, 92, of New Carlisle, passed away peacefully at 8:10 p.m., Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at Hamilton Grove, New Carlisle. She was born June 25, 1927, in Porter, Indiana, to Theodore Amos and Elizabeth (Kinder) Hires. Teddy was known for her baking and sewing. Her cookie jar was always full and her homemade comforters will always be warm. She was Mom, Ma and Grandma to so many more than just her family. She was blessed with many, many "kids" over the years and will truly be missed. On December 26, 1945, in Steger, IL, she married Everett "Bud" Frances Lau, who preceded her in death. Also preceding in death her parents, Theodore Hires and Elizabeth Spencer;...

Nancy K. Mathias, 75, of La Porte, passed away peacefully at 9 a.m., Monday, June 1, 2020 in her home. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at 6 p.m. CT, Thursday, June 4, 2020 at Lakeview Funeral Home & Crematory, 247 W. Johnson Rd., La Porte, (219) 362-3100. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. CT until time of service Thursday at the funeral home. Please send condolences to the family at www.LakeviewFHC.com. Memorial contributions may be directed to American SIDS Institute at www.sids.org or La Porte Salvation Army, 3240 Monroe St., La Porte, Indiana 46350.

Diane Lynne Kozicki, 74, of La Porte, Indiana, formerly of Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 3:16 p.m., Saturday, May 30, 2020 at VNA Hospice Center, Valparaiso, IN. She was born October 30, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois, to Frank and Lorraine (Bergen) Halper. Diane loved life, her family and friends. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the nurses and staff at Horton VNA Hospice Center in Valparaiso, Indiana. She was a beloved wife to Jerome for 55 years; cherished mother to Christopher (Siobhan); proud grandmother to Deirdre, Cormac and Maeve; and an aunt and sister-in-law to many. Preceding in her death were her parents; and brother, Frank Halper. Cremation will take...

Daniel G. Cunningham, 88, of La Porte Co, IN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 23, 2020 at home. He was born on November 5, 1931, in Glencolmcille, Co Donegal, Ireland to Daniel and Anna (O'Byrne) Cunningham. Dan earned a medical degree from the University College Galway and completed his pediatric training through Loyola University at Mercy Hospital in Chicago. In his fifty years as an academic pediatrician, Dr. Cunningham excelled as a kind doctor and role model for scores of young physicians. His work inspired a lifelong commitment to global health. Dan was a rare combination of someone who had a love of life and a firm understanding of what was important: the simplicity of...

Erin Jo Sanders, 33, passed away in her home Thursday, April 30, 2020 of a drug overdose. She was born November 7, 1986, in La Porte, Indiana. Erin was a beloved daughter and granddaughter. She had a special bond with her grandparents. Erin was a proud graduate of La Porte High School, Class of 2005. She had a huge heart for animals, especially cats. Erin loved baking shows, driving her car, true crime mysteries, rollercoasters, haunted houses and arts and crafts. She struggled with life on a daily basis. It is our hope that she has found the peace that eluded her on earth when God and her grandparents welcomed her into their heavenly home. Surviving are her parents, Ron and Nancy...

On Saturday, March 7, 2020, Carol peacefully passed away at age 68 at Addison Pointe Health and Rehabilitation Center in Chesterton, Indiana. Carol was born January 28,1952 in Muncie, Indiana, to Robert and Edwina (Bath) Raisor. Carol grew up in Michigan City, Indiana. For the last twenty years, Carol resided at Michigan City Life Care Center and most recently at Addison Pointe in Chesterton, Indiana. Carol was an honor student and graduated in 1971 from Elston High School. Prior to her illness, Carol was active and outgoing and enjoyed cheerleading from 6th through 9th grades. Carol had a passion for reading. She was also a huge fan and owner of dozens of old-time, golden era...

Ross Noel Wolford, 76, of South Bend, passed away peacefully at 11:50 a.m., Friday, March 6, 2020 at Brentwood of La Porte. He was born in South Bend, Indiana, to Noel and Mary (Slabaugh) Wolford. Ross honorably served his country, as Petty Officer, in the United States Navy from 1964 to 1970. He was an active duty navy recruit from 1964 to 1968. During his service in 1965, he was an Aviation Ordinance Missile Technician. While he served two years in the Mediterranean Sea, he was part of the Special Landing Forces in the Vietnam War. Ross was a Cable Repair and Splicer Technician for Indiana Bell Phone Company from June of 1988 to July of 1995. He enjoyed drawing and sketching, loved...

Dean Ray Wherley, 81, of Michigan City, passed away peacefully in his wife's arms at 9:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 15, 2020 in his home. He was born January 2, 1939, in South Bend, Indiana, to Otis Conrad and Donna V. (Bryant) Wherley, Miles. Dean graduated from Riley High School in 1957. He was an industrial sewing machine mechanic for Joyce Sports Wear, Gary and was a supervisor at Westville Correctional Facility, retiring from Indiana State Prison. Dean enjoyed golfing, bowling in leagues and loved taking his family camping. He was an excellent mechanic but especially a great husband and father, who will be greatly missed. On September 2, 1961, in South Bend, Indiana, he married the...

Roy K. Stotts, 84, of North Judson, passed away peacefully at 12:15 a.m., Friday, January 10, 2020 at Wintersong Village, Knox. He was born June 20, 1935, in Hammond, Indiana, to Glenn H. and Anna E. (Stonecipher) Frank. Roy was a chemist for many years. He retired as a machinist in 1986 from Hadaday Corp, Dyer, IN. He was also employed for eleven years in the maintenance department at St. Catherine's Hospital, East Chicago. Roy enjoyed gardening, doing puzzles and watching wrestling and game shows. He had been an adudent for the S.A.L. of the American Legion Post #92, North Judson. On March 15, 1952, at the Church of Christ, in Black Oak, Indiana, he married Delores "Dee" K. (Hoffman)...

Keri Cecile Moran, 48, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly at 8:10 a.m., Monday, January 6, 2020 at La Porte Hospital. She was born June 28, 1971, in Chicago, IL, to Cornelius Murray Anthony and Judith Bernadette (Boleski) Moran. Keri was a loving mom who dedicated her life to her children. She was a perennial caretaker who was always there for others. Keri had an expansive network of family and friends who loved and deeply cared for her. She never met a stranger, having conversations with everyone she met. Keri worked as restaurant manager and bartender for Portofino Grill, La Porte, for 15 years. Keri enjoyed traveling, reading, gardening, cooking, the sunshine and spending...

David R. Behan, 72, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly at 10:05 a.m., Saturday, December 21, 2019 at Franciscan Health Hospital, Michigan City, Indiana. He was born October 20, 1947, in Petoskey, Michigan, to James and Dorothy (Holloway) Behan. David honorably served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was a concrete finisher for Plasterers' and Cement Masons' 692 Local 438. David was a supporter and committee member of the La Porte County 4-H Horse and Pony EZ Riders. He was a sportsman and outdoorsmen who enjoyed deer hunting and fishing with his family and friends. David was an avid Notre Dame fan, watching games regularly. He enjoyed spending...

Catherine Ann VanHorn, 65, of Michigan City, IN, formerly of Key Biscayne, FL and Kokomo, IN, passed away unexpectedly at 3:38 p.m., Monday, December 16, 2019 at Franciscan Health Hospital, Michigan City. She was born March 5, 1954, in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, to Robert Edward and Joan (Arveson) Knolinski. Catherine graduated as valedictorian from Haworth High School, Kokomo and with honors from the University of Chicago, earning her Doctor of Jurisprudence, PhD. She also received her bachelor's degree in journalism and political science from Indiana University. Catherine was an attorney, practicing in IL and FL. She was formerly a district manager for the IRS, newspaper reporter...

Lou M. Botts, 72, of Westville, Indiana, formerly of Columbus, Georgia, passed away peacefully at 10:47 p.m., Thursday, November 28, 2019 in her home in Westville. She was born January 23, 1947, in New Kensington, PA, to James Paul and Betty Elizabeth (Nolf) Glock. Lou worked for many years for Lewis Jones Grocery Store, Columbus, Georgia, where she was delighted to work with the customers and co-workers. She was an avid Atlanta Braves fan who was a loving strong woman who loved her family and friends. She had a caring, big heart that enjoyed doing for others. Lou was considered the "Angel" of her neighborhood in Georgia. Surviving are her four children, Lauri (Ron Thurman) Timm of...

Doris Jean Wolff, 90, of La Porte, passed away peacefully at 3:04 p.m., Saturday, November 23, 2019 at La Porte Hospital after a short illness. She was born January 12, 1929, in North Liberty, Indiana, to Edgard and Anna M. (Schroeder) DeMunck. Doris Jean and her husband were farmers in La Porte County for over 60 years. She spent countless hours in the fields, plowing, planting and harvesting the crops right along with Gene, while also tending to a large garden, canning all the vegetables and taking care of the housework. In their "spare" time they enjoyed square dancing and belonged to a penuchle card club with five other couples for over 20 years. As a young girl, she learned to crochet...

Julie Michelle Yuhouse, 52, of New Carlisle, passed away unexpectedly at 10:29 a.m., Thursday, October 3, 2019 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka. She was born October 26, 1966, in South Bend, Indiana, to Julius and Patricia (Gordon) Yuhouse. Julie was a sales representative for E-Pak Machinery, La Porte, for seven years. She loved animals and enjoyed spending time with her beloved family and grandson. On July 4, 2003, in Las Vegas, Nevada, she married the love of her life, Chad Wayne Dyer, who survives. Also surviving are her parents, Julius and Patricia Yuhouse of New Carlisle; one son, Brandon (Starsha Powers) Wykoff of Tulsa, Oklahoma; one sister, Jill Yuhouse of...