All Obituaries

Leslie Ellen Hahney-Swayze, 42 of La Porte, Indiana passed away Monday, April 29, 2024.She was born on February 5, 1982. Our sweet Leslie sadly passed away unexpectedly in her sleep early Monday morning. Leslie brightened our worlds more than she could ever imagine. Leslie had a passion for drinking as much pop as she could get her hands on, specifically “dark pop.” We spent several thousand hours watching Dirty Dancing, Too Wong foo thanks for everything, Curly Sue, and Home...

Beverly Jean Luther, 76, of New Carlisle, Indiana passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Hamilton Community. She was born on July 4, 1947, in Valparaiso, Indiana to the late James J. and Thelma Mae (Bruemmer) Clark. She was a homemaker raising four daughters. She graduated from Westville High School. In 1965 Beverly married Dennis Luther who preceded her in death on May 21, 2021. Surviving are her daughters, Debbie (Bill) Bonner of New Carlisle, Diane (Randy) Kirby of Bremen, Indiana,...

Keith Peter “Moose” Johnson, 73, of Rolling Prairie, Indiana passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Moose was born on July 29, 1950, in Chicago to the late Martin and Jeanette (Kroll) Johnson. Moose worked at the Knute Rockne Plaza on the Indiana Toll Road in the maintenance department. He graduated from the class of 1971 at Rolling Prairie High School. He is survived by siblings, Sandy Johnson of Rolling Prairie, Debbie (Duane) Johnson of Buchanan, Michigan, Mark Johnson of...

Leslie Ellen Hahney, 42, of L aPorte, Indiana passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024. Arrangements are pending. 

Robert Eugene Carpenter went to be with Jesus while he slept peacefully the morning of April 20, 2024 in his home in LaPorte, Indiana. Bob was 79. He was born in 1945 in Owosso, Michigan. Remaining are his wife Dianne, three children, seven grandchildren, and a great-grandson. They married 57 years ago just before he graduated with honors from Michigan State University with a bachelor’s in civil engineering. His career was in construction. For almost two decades he was president of...

Casimir John Baczkiewicz, Jr, 64, of La Porrte, Indiana passed away Monday, April 15, 2024 at Community South Hospital in Indianapolis due to complications of pneumonia.  Cas was born on February 9, 1960 to Casimir and Irene (Ziarnek) Baczkiewicz. Cas was the most kind-hearted, brilliantly artistic, and quick-witted son, brother, uncle, and father. Cas is survived by his stepson, Steven Hyde of Killeen, Texas; sisters, Cindy Dye of Dallas Fort Worth, Texas, Judy (Jim) Kmiec of La...

Suzanne Locke, 84, of La Porte, Indiana passed away peacefully on April 17, 2024. She was born on September 7, 1939 to Steven and Mary (Hrasko) Sandor. Suzanne was a graduate of San Pierre High School in North Judson, where she formed many lifelong friendships that she treasured dearly. On September 7, 1958 she married Donald E. Locke with whom she shared a beautiful life. Together they were the loving parents of two children, Joseph (Lisa) Locke of Macy, Indiana and Jeanein Locke of La...

Robert J. "Bob" Kendick, a cherished member of the Saugany Lake community and a beacon of courage and friendliness, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2024, at the age of 91. Born on June 26, 1932, in Gary, Indiana, to the late Joseph and Mary (Kallok) Kendick, Bob was a man who lived a life marked by dedication, service, and warmth. Bob's early years in Gary laid a strong foundation for a life of commitment and hard work. After bravely serving his country in the U.S. Army during the...

Lois V. Horvath, a cherished pillar of the La Porte community and a beacon of kindness and adventure, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2024, at the age of 97. Born on May 9, 1926, in La Porte, Indiana, to the late Emil and Mildred (Schlaudraff) Fink, Lois's life was a testament to the love and joy she brought to everyone around her. Lois, a lifelong resident of La Porte, graduated from Mill Creek High School and soon after embarked on a fulfilling career as a secretary with Farm...

Matthew Mercier, 62, of Lansing, Illinois passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Matt was born on July 28, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, to his parents Ray and Dolores Mercier. Matt spent his life in the South Suburbs of Chicago. His early life was spent in Roseland; at the age of 4, his family moved to Riverdale. Matt attended several schools during his early education years due to his specialized needs and the emergence of rights for the disabled and special education laws. He attended New...