Leona May Pearce, 84, of La Porte, Indiana passed away Thursday, September 19, 2019. Leona was born July 23, 1935, in Michigan City, Indiana to James and Katherine (Novak) Szymkowski. On November 30, 1954, in Michigan City, Indiana Leona married Melvin Pearce who preceded her in death on December 19, 1989. Leona was a beloved mother and wife and was a quality inspector at Crown Electronics in Elkhart, Indiana. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in La Porte and graduated from...

Mary Ellen McPolin, 102 of Manteno, Illinois passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2019, residing in Miller Rehabilitation Center, Kankakee, Illinois.  Mary Ellen was born April 17, 1917 in Chicago, Illinois to loving parents, the late John Ryan and Bridget (Reilly) Ryan Matthews.  Step-father, Peter Matthews. Mary Ellen was a checker with High-Low Grocery Store. In August of 1941 Mary Ellen married John J. Murray who preceded her in death in December of 1943.  On June 8, 1946...

Randy M. “Bear Mizia, 65 of La Porte, Indiana passed away Friday, September 13, 2019.  Randy was born, October 1, 1953 in La Porte to Damian J. and Clara I. (Lisek) Mizia.  He retired from La Porte High School as a Custodian and had previously been employed with the Federal-Mogul Corporation, Dietrich Industries, and Allis-Chalmers.  Randy attended Sacred Heart Parish School, graduated from La Porte High School in 1971 and attended Ball State University and Purdue North...

Rick A. Lisnov (Jul. 10, 1954 – Sept. 12, 2019) Beloved Partner, Son, Brother, and Uncle. Rick is survived by his partner Nancy Brown, siblings Barbara Jo Pippin, Lisa Fine, Shari Lisnov, and Marc Lisnov. and his nephew Kyle Pippin. Rick was preceded by his parents Cy Lisnov and Barbara Browning, his stepmother Harriet Lisnov, and his sister Robin Lisnov. Rick (Ricky) was a longtime resident of South Bend and in his final years resided happily at Cardinal nursing home. Rick’s...

Margaret “Sue” Briskey, 81, of La Porte, Indiana passed away Thursday, September 12, 2019. Margaret was born February 6, 1938 in Harriman, Tennessee to the late Velma Testament. On September 8, 1984 in La Porte, Indiana Margaret married Leo J. Briskey who preceded her in death on September 12, 1989. Margaret is survived by daughters, Rhonda McKinney of La Porte and Lisa (Chad) Miller of Kokomo, Indiana; stepchildren, Michael & Tim Briskey, Jane Beaver, and dozens and...

Margaret A. Miller, 88, of La Porte, Indiana passed away Wednesday, September 11, 2019. Margaret was born May 7, 1931 in La Porte, Indiana to Clarence and Jesse (Bear) Schroeder. On May 30, 1952 in La Porte, Indiana Margaret married Harry L. Miller who preceded her in death on April 21, 2000. They shared a long loving marital relationship for 48 years.  Margaret is survived by seven daughters, Constance (Gordon) Walker of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Cathlene (Randall) Mumma of La Porte,...

Rosemary A. DeWolf, 92, of La Porte, Indiana passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, September 9, 2019. Rosemary was born July 2, 1927 in La Porte to Leo and Elizabeth (Wagner) Minich. On September 29, 1951 in La Porte, Indiana, Rosemary married William E. DeWolf who preceded her in death on December 29, 2012. Rosemary was employed as Deputy Clerk Treasurer for the city of La Porte Clerk Treasurer’s office. She graduated in 1945 from Kingsbury High School...

Ted E. Keller, 89, of La Porte, Indiana passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2019. Ted was born February 26, 1930 in La Porte, Indiana to the late George and Mary (Lizak) Keller. On September 15, 1956 in La Porte, Indiana Ted married Dolores F. (Schmidt) who survives. Ted attended La Porte High School and Union #1485 Building Trades School and was a carpenter. He was employed by Oscar C. Knoll and Sons for 18 years.  Then he and his wife owned and operated the Bottle Shop and...

Felix T. Konecki Devoted husband of Lorraine, nee Cuthbertson; Loving father of Susan (Dr. Steven) Kaiser, Robert (Hilda), and Christopher (Colleen); Proud grandpa of Megan, Michael, Molly, Michelle, Madeline, and Caleb; Preceded in death by his siblings, Mae (Frank) Czworniak, Isabel (John) Wsol, Evelyn (John) Kafka, and Dolores (Jim) Mertl); Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL; and...

William “Ben” Otwinowski, 86, of La Porte, Indiana passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2019. Ben was born October 7, 1932 in Poland to the late John and Helen Otwinowski. Ben worked at New York Blower and was a self-employed Tailor.  He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church having deep faith and loved to attend church. He devoted his whole life to his family. Ben served in the Army in Poland before coming to America 1963. On September 26, 1955 Ben married Helena...