Leonard F. Vincett, 74, of La Porte, Indiana passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2019. Leonard was born December 13, 1944 in New York to Harry and Marian (McDonald) Vincett Jr.  Leonard was married five times and most spouses preceded him in death. Leonard retired in 2012 after 25 years of service with Interstate Auto Transport as a car carrier.  He served his county in the United State Army in Vietnam. Leonard is survived by two daughters, Christene (Greg) Lewis of La Porte,...

Michael L. Kreighbaum, 66, of Walkerton, Indiana passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2019. Michael was born March 5, 1953 in La Porte County to Leroy Kreighbaum and Barbara (Meeks) Stifle. On September 1, 1973 Michael married Linda Dove who survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Patricia (Kevin) Weathers of La Porte, Indiana and Michelle (Robert) Noveroske of La Porte, Indiana; two sons, Brian (Christine) Kreighbaum of Lafayette, Indiana and Glenn Kreighbaum of Laguna Hills, California;...

Christy Haws, 44, of New Carlisle, Indiana passed away Thursday, February 21, 2019. Christy was born October 13, 1974 in Merrillville, Indiana to Donald and the late, Patricia (Mikula) Short. On January 12, 2010 Christy married John Haws who survives.  She was a Prosecuting Attorney in St. Joseph County, Indiana. Christy is survived by her husband, John; daughters, Mya Ann Elizabeth and Autumn Louise Haws; a son, Evan Christian Haws; her father, Donald Short of Mill Creek, Indiana;...

Justin Lawson December 10, 1987 – May 10, 2019 On Friday, May 10, 2019, Justin Lawson passed away unexpectedly in Michigan City, Indiana. Justin was an amazing friend, brother, son, and father.  He was so full of life and had so many plans.  He was the co-owner of Spooltek, in La Porte.  Justin loved to spend time with his family and friends.  You could always find him with his brother Josh at the dyno or racetrack.  It didn’t matter if you had known...

Norma Gross Faulstich, 90, of La Porte, Indiana passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019. Norma was born October 2, 1928 in Michigan City, Indiana to the late Karl and Lena (Heichel) Brinckman. Norma married John Gross in Michigan City, Indiana, who preceded her in death in 1968.  Then, on June 8, 1991 in La Porte, Indiana she married Francis Faulstich who preceded her in death on July 4, 1993. She was a retired Elementary school teacher for Maple School, Park School, and Lincoln School for...

Willis (“Willie”) Edward Saulsgiver passed away peacefully at St. Anthony’s Hospital on Thursday, May 9th, 2019, after a brief illness.  Cremation will take place.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Frank L. Keszei Funeral Home, Essling Chapel, La Porte, Indiana.  A private burial will take place at a later date.  Donations can be made to the Union Mills Conservation Club in his memory.  Willis was born on March 28th, 1930 to David and Mary...

Harold Lester Bynum, 75 of Hurst, Texas passed away Monday, May 6, 2019 in LaPorte, IN.  He was born on October 7, 1943 in Gary, Indiana to Lemmie J. and Flossie (Jones) Bynum. Lester was employed by American Home Foods for over 35 years and retired from the plant in Fort Worth, Texas in 1999.  He was a supervisor.  Lester was ordained as a Deacon at First Baptist Church Kingsford Heights and continued his service as a Deacon with St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Euless,...

David Edward Hoops, 60, of La Porte, Indiana joined Jesus Friday, May 3, 2019. David was born December 26, 1958 in La Porte, Indiana to Gilbert and Marie (McCall) Hoops. David leaves behind two sons, Joshua Hoops and Brian Hoops both of La Porte, Indiana; six grandchildren; his father; and three sisters, Shellie, Lori and Diana.  He was preceded in death by his mother; two sisters, Terri and Thelma; and three brothers, Larry, Kenny and Robert. Graveside services and burial will...

Brian A. “Bubba” Barker, 45, of La Porte, Indiana passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2019. Brian was born January 30, 1974 in La Porte, Indiana to Donald and Sharon (Spence) Barker. Brian was the manager of New Durham Hardware in Westville.  He graduated from Purdue in 2000 earning his Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering Technology.  He was best known for his unwavering devotion and commitment to family and friends.  He was an active supporter of the...

Gerald Edwin Henrichs, 69, of Hamlet, Indiana passed away Saturday, April 27, 2019. He was born August 28, 1949 in La Porte, Indiana to Henry Johnson and Violet Lillian (Jonushaitis) Henrichs. On May 26, 1984 Gerald married Dorinda McGugin who survives. Gerald also leaves behind two step-sons, Eric Allen Standefer of La Porte, Indiana and Christopher Charles Standefer of Indianapolis, Indiana; two sisters, Melodie Gatz of Michigan City, Indiana and Linda (Charles) Bowker of South...