All Obituaries

Rita J. Williams, 75, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026. Born on April 25, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, Rita was the daughter of the late Jack and Dorothy (Balletto) Heitz. Rita worked as a bartender at Buck's Tavern, where she enjoyed meeting people and formed many lasting friendships over the years. She was known for her kind and genuine nature and for the love and devotion she showed to her family. On July 21, 2024, she was preceded in death by her beloved ...

LaDonna M. “Irish” Liggett, 92, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 13, 2026. She was born on July 17, 1933, in La Porte to the late Lawrence and Kathryn (Pytynia) Marcinkoske. LaDonna was a proud graduate of La Porte High School, Class of 1951. She dedicated 12 years of service to La Porte Transit before beginning a new chapter in California. On February 15, 1970, LaDonna married Gene Liggett, and together they made their home in San Diego, ...

Frances M. Muller, 94, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026. Frances was born on January 3, 1932, in Union Mills to Lawrence and Cecilia Grott, who preceded her in death. She is lovingly remembered by her sons, Peter (Christine) Muller of La Porte, Paul (Cindi) Muller of La Porte, Frank L. (Debi Wease) Muller of La Porte; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and her brother, Norman (Gerri) Grott of Union Mills. In addition ...

JoAnn Francesconi, 86, of La Porte, IN passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026. She was born March 28, 1940, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania to the late Emidio James and Anna (De Maio) D’Orazio. On May 7, 1960, JoAnn married Robert (Bob) Lee Francesconi who preceded her in death on April 1, 2025. A 1958 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School, JoAnn was always happy to share that she fulfilled her dreams by marrying her high school sweetheart and raising a family together with Bob. A ...

Sharon Ann Hebbe, 82 of Westville, Indiana passed away Friday, June 5, 2026. She was born on June 24, 1943 in Michigan City, Indiana to the late Walter and Eleanor (Pytynia) Garboski. Sharon was a secretary in the Purchasing Department with Whirlpool for 10 years, retiring in 1971. She was a member of Holy Family Parish, St. Joseph Church. On September 24, 1966 Sharon married Donald Hebbe who preceded her in death on February 22, 2023. Surviving are her sons, Kevin (Catherine) Hebbe of ...

Obituary for James Francis Miller LaPorte, Indiana – April 19, 2026 In the words of Jim Miller, “You never know what a day will bring.” On April 19, 2026, James Francis Miller, 76, passed away peacefully, surrounded by those who loved him most. Jim was born on March 29, 1950, in LaPorte, Indiana, to Jack and Ruth Miller. He is survived by his brothers, Bob and Pat Miller, and brother-in-law and sister-in-law, David and Noreen Pieschala. He grew up in LaPorte and graduated ...

Darla Jane Belzowski, 73, of La Porte, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 28, 2026. She was born on December 4, 1952. Darla devoted many years to working as a bookkeeper for her husband’s business, Mike’s Small Engine Service, as well as with the U.S. Directories phone book company. She was known for her caring nature, love for her family, and dedication to those around her. On December 4, 2001, Darla married Michael E. Belzowski, who preceded her in death on April 26, ...

Robert C. Hubert, Sr. 80 of La Porte, Indiana passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Robert was born on August 20, 1945 in Fall River, Massachusetts to the late Edward and Lorraine (Couture) Hubert, Sr. Robert was self-employed providing Internet Marketing. He is survived by his children, Sandy (Todd) Smith of Niles, Michigan, Nancy (Rick) Scarborough of Plymouth, Indiana, Robert (Melissa) Hubert, Jr. of Florence, Arizona, and Christopher Hubert of Plymouth, Indiana; an adpoted daughter, ...

Betty Rose (Granat) Hockney, 95, of Zionsville, Indiana, formerly of Union Mills passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Betty was born on October 27, 1930, in South Bend, Indiana, to the late Frank and Sophie Granat. She stayed busy raising her three boys and all their activities. Holidays were large get-togethers always served with a feast, and Jello. She especially loved when her children and grandchildren could get together. After a few years of assisting the Hanna School ...

A wonderful life was lived and lost when Mary Magdalene “Mimi” (Boardman) Toschi took her last breath on January 13, 2026. She died peacefully at home surrounded by her daughter and her cherished caregiver Janyl. Everyone who had the pleasure of meeting Mimi said she never spoke a harsh word and was the sweetest woman. Mimi was born in LaPorte and spent sixty-eight years teaching the joy of music to children. She began her career at Boston Middle School as a music teacher and ...