Mrs. Evelyn Anna Rempala, 88, of LaPorte, died Saturday, June 8, 2013, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital after a brief illness.

She was born Aug. 18, 1924, in Benton Harbor, MI, to Emanual and Emily (Shmidke) Kurbis and had lived here since 1951, coming from Benton Harbor.

Evelyn had been a sales clerk for Sears and J.C. Penney Company. She was a LaPorte Hospital volunteer for many years. She loved her family dearly and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

On Aug. 11, 1951, in Benton Harbor, she married Theodore J. Rempala, who preceded her in death on May 14, 2008.

Evelyn was also preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Timothy and Theodore Rempala; one sister, Elsie Clardy; and one brother, Fred Kurbis.

She is survived by one daughter, Nancy (Terry) Sams of LaPorte; four grandchildren, Justin (Kristin) Sams of LaPorte, Jessica Sams of Orlando, FL, Candice Rempala of Minneapolis, MN, and Erin Rempala of South Bend, IN; three great-grandchildren, Kaylee, Keegan and Mackinzie Sams of LaPorte; two sisters, Nancy Tyus of Greenville, SC, and Eleanor Lesch of Lodi, CA; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Essling Funeral Home, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.

Messages of condolence may be posted below on WNLP, as well as at www.esslingfuneralhome.com.

Evelyn Marie (Smith) Johnson, 96, formerly of Mill Creek, IN, died June 10, 2013, at Riverview Manor, Three Rivers, MI.

She was born Nov. 11, 1916, in Mill Creek. A 1934 graduate of Mill Creek High School, she was the daughter of William Jay Smith and Mary Marie (Rensberger) Smith.

On June 3, 1936, she and Floyd Arthur Johnson were married in Tracy, IN. A longtime resident of LaPorte County, she was a homemaker and co-owner of Johnson’s Refrigeration in LaPorte.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years; her parents; three brothers, Donald W., Claude D. and Roy V. Smith; and one daughter-in-law, Alice L. Johnson.

Evelyn is survived by two sons, Floyd W. Johnson of Virginia Beach, VA, and Ronald C. (Patricia) Johnson of Vicksburg, MI; four grandchildren, R. Andrew (Christine) Johnson, Jill C. (Tim) Eastman, Lynn A. (Jason) Wilson and Jay W. (Jasmine) Johnson; six great-grandchildren, Kathryn Johnson, Abigail Eastman, Kyle Johnson, Skyler Wilson, Mitchell Eastman, and Anya Johnson; one brother and his wife, Robert D. (Trudy) Smith,; sister-in-law, Helen Smith; and several nieces and nephews.

A private family service will be held at a later date in Indiana. Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Indiana Lions Eye & Tissue Transplant Bank, 727 E. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46240; or the charity of your choice.

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Schiconey D. Shane, 69, of LaPorte, died peacefully at 2:30 p.m. Monday, June 10, 2013, in his home.

He was born Sept. 5, 1943, in Harlem, NY, to Alfred and Benita Alicia.

Schiconey was a retired professional photographer. He had photographed memorable events such as the anti-Vietnam demonstration march in Washington, D.C., and Woodstock, where he captured images of Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin. Schiconey was a lucky individual who partied with Jimi Hendrix and dated Mama Cass Elliot from The Mamas & The Papas. He also loved boxing and was a 9th degree black belt in karate.

Surviving are his partner of 35 years, Birdie Elder; one stepdaughter, Sandy (Terry) Cauffman; and step-grandchildren, Zachary, Randall, Randa, Joey and several others.

There will be no services. Cremation will take place. Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family c/o Lakeview Funeral Home, 247 W. Johnson Rd., LaPorte, IN 46350.

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Melvin “Mel” M. Lucas Jr., 61, of Rolling Prairie, IN, died June 9, 2013, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.

He was born in Mousie, KY, on Jan. 27, 1952, to Melvin M. and Mary (Stuart) Lucas.

Mel worked as the director of operations at New York Blower. He served on the boards at IU Health LaPorte and Starke County hospitals. Mel served his country honorably, retiring from the Army after 22 years of service. He is a Persian Gulf War Veteran, having received the Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medals and Army Achievement Medals.

On March 30, 1973, he married Rita Cormican, who survives.

Also surviving are his beloved sons, Bobby Martin (Sylvia) Lucas of Kempner, TX, and Tony (Lori Roe) Lucas of Leitchfield, KY; grandchildren, Devin Salyers, Brooklyn Campbell and A.J. Lucas; and brother, Richard Lucas of Kentucky.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Jean Lucas.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 13, at the Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, LaPorte. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m. Full military honors will be conducted by Ft. Knox, the National Guard, and the LaPorte Honor Guard during the service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Association, 130 Red Coach Dr., Mishawaka, IN 46545, or the American Heart Association, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674.

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Kathy Sue (Brown) Jemiolo, 48, of LaPorte, died unexpectedly in her sleep Tuesday morning, June, 11, 2013.

Kathy was born March 4, 1965, in Toledo, OH, to Richard Sr. and Marian “Tiny” (Drake) Brown.

She was employed in the Sanitation Department at Alpha Baking Company for 10 years. She regularly attended Agape Christian Church. Kathy was certified as an Indiana EMT and was a loving mother to her children. She was a dedicated “Ma Ma” to her beautiful grandbabies Emily, Evan and Mikie. She spent her days counting down the minutes to “Grandma Thursday.” She spent her life helping people, and her heart and home was always open to anyone in need. She is already greatly missed.

She leaves behind so many people who love her: one daughter, Jennifer Jemiolo of LaPorte; two sons, Michael (Maria) Haverstock Jr. and Steven Jemiolo, both of Rochester, IN; three grandchildren, Emily and Mikie Haverstock III and Evan Shelton; father, Richard A. (Judy) Brown Sr. of LaPorte; two sisters, Terri (T.J.) Youngman of LaPorte and Kristi Brown of Buchanan, MI; one brother, Richard A. (Ronda) Brown Jr. of New Carlisle, IN; three nieces, Chelsea Brown, Stephanie Lawrence and Kaitlynn Long, all of LaPorte; and three nephews, Richard A. Brown III and Dustin and Joshua Long, all of LaPorte.

She was preceded in death by her mother and grandparents.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Essling Funeral Home, LaPorte, with Dr. Rodney Nielsen officiating. Visitation will be Friday, June 14, from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 2:30 p.m. until the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family c/o Michael Haverstock Jr., P.O. Box 1105 South Bend, IN 46624.

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Mrs. Marlene J. Krcilek, 76, of LaPorte, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on June 12, 2013, at 9:20 a.m. at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.

She was born Oct. 19, 1936, in LaPorte to Edward and Shirley (Shafer) Beam and lived here her entire life.

Marlene was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, where she was a Eucharistic minister, choir member, St. Joseph Rosary Sodality member, RCIA sponsor and bereavement minister. She shared her love of the piano with local nursing home residents. She was a wonderful cook and baker and loved hosting her family and friends. She had a charming personality, with a smile and kind words for everyone she met. She was a selfless and devoted wife and mother, and she especially loved her grandchildren.

On Oct. 12, 1957, in LaPorte, she married Gerald N. Krcilek, who survives.

She is also survived by two daughters, Christine (Richard) Ward of LaPorte and Juliet Sabie (Steven Eaton) of LaPorte; two sons, Gerald Matthew Krcilek of Chicago and Charles Krcilek of LaPorte; nine grandchildren, Bob Sabie, Erik Sabie, Christopher Sabie, Hannah Sabie, Nick Krcilek, Alex Krcilek, Sarah Krcilek, Andrew Ward, and Emily Ward; two sisters, Ann Dolph of Michigan City, IN, and Sharon (Arnie) McIlquham of LaPorte; three brothers, Dale (Monica) Beam of Evansville, IN, Lauren (Nancy) Beam of Phoenix, AZ, and Terry Beam of Knox; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one daughter, Pamela Krcilek.

A funeral Mass will be at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Monday, June 17, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Eduardo Malagon officiating. Visitation will be at Essling Funeral Home, LaPorte, on Sunday, June 16, from 4 to 6 p.m. and on Monday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. A prayer service will be held Sunday at 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pine Lake Cemetery, LaPorte, following the Mass.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Society of St. Joseph Catholic Church, 109 C St., LaPorte, IN 46350.

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Mr. Nuelan “Nute” Rehlander, 78, of Fort Myers, FL, and formerly of LaPorte County, died suddenly Tuesday, June 11, 2013, at Gulf Coast Hospital in Fort Myers.

He was born Sept. 3, 1934, in Clinton Township, LaPorte County, to Nopel and Neva (Pugh) Rehlander and had lived in Florida since 2010, having moved there from Mishawaka, IN.

Mr. Rehlander was a superintendent of physical plant operations for Purdue North Central. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church and a former member of Westville American Legion and the New Buffalo, MI, Town Board. He was a U.S. Navy veteran.

On Nov. 6, 1954, in Rome, NY, he married Lorraine Winchell, who preceded him in death April 2, 1994. On Dec. 28, 1994, in Leavenworth, Kansas, he married Marsha Kenny, who preceded him in death Jan. 22, 2006. On Aug. 28, 2010, in Westville, IN, he married Judy Herrold, who survives.

He is also survived by two sons, Jeffery (Tracy) Rehlander of Granger, IN, and Raymon Rehlander of Fort Myers; one stepson, Troy (Elaine) Smith of Princeton, IN; one granddaughter, Emily Rehlander; four step-grandchildren, Haleigh Adams, Brianna Boes, Megan Rinehart and Coltin Smith; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Ruth (William) Dietz of DeLand, FL; one brother, Dewey (Rachael) Rehlander of LaPorte; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his first two wives, he was preceded in death by one son, Greg Rehlander, and one brother, Norman Rehlander.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, June 15, at 11 a.m. at Essling Funeral Home, LaPorte, with Rev. Ronald Brauer officiating. Visitation will be Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. Burial will be in Pinhook Cemetery following the service. Military honors will be conducted at the cemetery by the LaPorte Honor Guard.

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Cherished father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Bernard Eugene Tarnow, 82, of Mill Creek, IN, was called home to Jesus on Wednesday, June 12, 2013, to be with his best friend and loving wife of 60 years, Doris (Jones) Tarnow, who died in 2012.

Bernard “Gene” was born March 2, 1931, to Lawrence and Velma Tarnow.

Gene proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. After leaving the military he worked over 40 years at Clark Equipment and Sullair Corporation until he retired. Gene was known as an athlete; an avid basketball player, golfer, baseball player and track star. He was a loyal IU fan and enjoyed friendly wagers with his friends and grandchildren. Gene and Doris both had green thumbs, growing prize vegetables that were shared with all. He was known to his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren as someone who could make them laugh, always quick to tease or tell a joke. He taught his children the love of music early on by playing the harmonica, singing them songs, and teaching them to polka. He taught his family to love and appreciate the beauty of the outdoors and was very proud of his farm. Gene was a member of Mill Creek Baptist Church his entire life. He served faithfully as deacon and trustee for many years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. He modeled work ethic, integrity and loyalty in all that he did. He was a humble man and will be missed so very much by his family. He will always be remembered as a wonderful husband, father and grandfather, a role model for always striving to do the right and honorable thing.

On Dec. 23, 1951, Gene married his high school sweetheart, Doris Jones, while he was on leave from the U.S. Air Force. Jesus opened his arms on Wednesday, June 12, 2013, and took Gene home so that he can once again walk hand in hand with his wife and his best friend Doris.

Gene and his wife have five children who survive them: Debbie (Jay) Singleton, Linda Tarnow, Paula (Garry) Nichols, Teresa (Dale) Tuholski, and Rod (Laurie) Tarnow; 15 grandchildren, Eric Greenwood (deceased), Amy (Chad) Harmon, Jay (Holly) Singleton, Penny (Lenny) Grosswiler, Lisa Daube, Amanda Daube, Jennifer (Ray) Callahan, Joshua Dunkleberger, Phillip (Lindsey) Nichols, Garry Nichols, Andy (Betsy) Tuholski, Michael Tuholski, Kelsey Tuholski, Ben Tarnow, and Grace Tarnow; and 15 great-grandchildren, Nathan Emerick, Jason, Jared and Julie Grosswiler, Abby, Shelby Korbin, and Violet Singleton, Brooklyn Wedow, Lily, Bailee, Cami, and Cali Callahan, and Colin and Mary Jayne Nichols. Also surviving are one sibling, Wayne Tarnow, and loving in-laws, Dale (Jean) Jones, Phyllis (Chuck) Hanna and Carol (Dave) Peery.

Seven siblings preceded him in death: Richard, Lloyd, William, Patricia, Mary, David, and Wendell.

The family will receive friends Monday, June 17, from 4 to 7 p.m. and Tuesday, June 18, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LaPorte. A life celebration will be held to honor and celebrate Gene’s life on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Jeff Zigler officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, Mill Creek.

Memorial contributions may be made to VNA Hospice of LaPorte, P.O. Box 250, LaPorte, IN 46350; or South LaPorte County Special Education Cooperative, 602 F St., LaPorte, IN 46350.

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Barbara A. (Spencer) Hannon, 83, of LaPorte, died at 7:22 p.m. June 13, 2013, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.

She was born Nov. 10, 1929, in LaPorte to George and Dorothy (Kistler) Spencer.

Barbara was especially proud of being a farmer and was an advocate for preserving farmland. She attended Purdue University, attained a master’s degree in elementary education and taught at Westville for nearly 20 years. While teaching elementary, she also coached high school girls basketball. She loved watching sports, gardening, baking, painting, and staying connected to her family. She volunteered on the board for the Westville Public Library and was an avid reader. Her talent for baking (especially apple slices) was well known in the community. She also frequently hand-painted greeting cards and wrote personal notes to family and friends. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Otis, IN. Barbara was a well loved and respected wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend. She was a dedicated member of the community and contributed as an educator, mentor, coach, advocate, confidant, and role model.

On Jan. 2, 1950, at St. Peter Catholic Church in LaPorte, she married Bernard J. “Barney” Hannon, who preceded her in death on Jan. 17, 2006.

Her parents also preceded her in death.

She leaves behind four daughters, Christine Hannon, Lou Ann Robinson, Joyce (Dr. Tim) Kistler and Janet (Harold) Qualkinbush, all of Indianapolis; two sons, Mark Hannon and Shawn (Julie) Hannon, both of LaPorte; 12 grandchildren; two great-grandsons; two sisters, Carol (Erik) Riise of Hobart, IN, and Nancy Bohlin of LaPorte; two brothers, Bob (Pauline) Spencer of LaPorte and Bill (Sharen) Spencer of Lowell, IN; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 21, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Otis, with Rev. Jerry Schweitzer officiating. Visitation will be at Essling Funeral Home, LaPorte, on Thursday, June 20, from 3 to 7 p.m. and at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the service. Burial will be in Pinhook Cemetery following the Mass.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church, 101 N. Church St., Otis, IN 46391; or Pinhook Methodist Church, c/o Phyllis Marks, 7353 W. Ind. 2, LaPorte, IN 46350.

Messages of condolence may be posted below on WNLP, as well as at www.esslingfuneralhome.com.

Susan Jane (Bargholz) Heiden, 71, died peacefully at 4 p.m. Friday, June 14, 2013, in her home after a lengthy illness with cancer.

She was born March 8, 1942, in LaPorte to Benno and Helen (Rollins) Bargholz.

Susan taught in the Michigan City and LaPorte Community school systems as an elementary teacher, retiring after 33 years of service. She held a bachelor of science degree from Indiana University and a master’s degree from Purdue University.

On Sept. 28, 1963, in the Presbyterian Church, Union Mills, IN, she married Ronald W. Heiden, who survives.

Also surviving are three children, Gregory, David and Katrina (Patrick) Wieland; one sister, Pamela (Steve) Malec of South Bend, IN; one brother, Kevin (Tammy) Bargholz of LaPorte; many cousins in Illinois, Arizona and Indiana; a number of nieces and nephews living locally and in Europe and Texas; and her brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Barbara Heiden of Sarasota, FL.

Her parents and one younger sister, Judith (Bargholz) Otter, preceded her in death.

It was Susan’s wish to be cremated. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 22, at Pine Lake Cemetery, LaPorte, in the new North Section along Severs Road. Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to VNA Hospice, 901 S. Woodland Ave., Michigan City, IN 46360.

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Albert “Brad” Woodle Jr., 58, of Stillwell, IN, died peacefully at 3:43 a.m. Sunday, June 16, 2013, in his home surrounded by his family.

He was born Oct. 7, 1954, in Chicago to Albert Sr. and Faye (Vaughn) Woodle.

Brad worked for I/N Kote for 23 years. He was a fun-loving man and a jokester to the end. Brad enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family and friends.

On July 7, 2007, in Stillwell, he married Vickie Konowitz, who survives.

Also surviving are three children, Sean (Sarah) Powell of Plymouth, IN, and Eric Powell and Ashley (Jimmy) Keehn, both of LaPorte; two sisters, Doris (Mark) Harrington of Stillwell and Debbie (Noah) Wiltfong of Mill Creek, IN; grandchildren, Pamela and Jimmy Keehn, for whom he lovingly cared for the last three years, and grandchildren, Olivia, Brooke and Abby Powell; nephews, Brandon and Andy Kiff, Nathan Bealor and Brady Woodle; special nieces, Amy, Angie and Lorrin; and numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, friends and family.

His parents and one sister, Donna (Don) Bealor, preceded him in death.

A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, LaPorte, with Peter Nielson officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday from 1 p.m. until the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 102454, Atlanta, GA 30368.

Messages of condolence may be posted below on WNLP, as well as at www.LakeviewFHC.com.

Mrs. Ruth C. McDonald, 92, of Merrillville, IN, and formerly of LaPorte, died Sunday, June 16, 2013, at Town Center Nursing Facility, Merrillville.

She was born Nov. 22, 1920, in LaPorte to Kasten and Catherine (Tomalunas) Sabones. She has lived in the Merrillville area since 2005.

Ruth retired from Pacific Telephone and Telegraph as a line assigner in California. She was a graduate of Hammond High School.

Ruth will be greatly missed by her niece, Frances (Robert) Cashmer, and a wonderful, caring friend, Amy Walker.

She is also survived by one son, Robert (Marlene) Urban of Schererville, IN; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three sisters, Eleanor Sabones of San Mateo, CA, Adeline Devanney of Palm City, FL, and Leota Williams of Burlingame, CA; and several nieces and nephews.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Allen Urban; one grandson, Jason Urban; two infant sisters; a third sister, Frances (Schuler) Kucharski; and four brothers, Edward, Walter, Alfred and Bruno Sabones.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, June 20, at 10:30 a.m. at Pine Lake Cemetery, LaPorte, with Rev. Ian Williams officiating. Essling Funeral Home, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Messages of condolence may be posted below on WNLP, as well as at www.esslingfuneralhome.com.

Aaron Edward Todd, 19, of Terre Haute, IN, and formerly of LaPorte, died June 16, 2013, at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis.

He was born in Michigan City, IN, on July 28, 1993, to Randy and Andrea (Wolfenbarger) Todd.

Aaron enjoyed playing video and computer games with friends, working on and repairing electronics, music, creative writing, theater production, reading, spending time with friends, and enjoying his cat Tyglet. He loved music and, more importantly, loved to share the music he loved. Aaron loved his nieces and nephew and strove to be the best uncle he could be. Despite his long illness, Aaron graduated with his class from Terre Haute North High School on June 3, 2012. He had a wonderful, quirky sense of humor and was happiest when spending time with friends. Aaron was a wonderful son, brother and uncle and a great friend to many, and would go out of his way to take care of those he loved. He moved into his first apartment in February of this year where he lived with Tyglet, who will also miss him greatly.

Aaron is survived by his parents, Randy and Andrea Todd of Terre Haute; two brothers, Jason Andrew Todd of Chicago and Brandon Kent Todd (Nicole) of Bloomington, IN; sister, Alexandrea Jean Todd of Terre Haute; two nieces, Courtney Hogue of Terre Haute and Olivia Todd of New Market, IN; one nephew, Samuel Todd of Terre Haute; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Fred D. and Pearl S. (Pace) Wolfenbarger and Alfred Edward “Ed” and Dorothy D. (Darnell) Todd; and two aunts, Norma Jean (Wolfenbarger) Shippee and Nancy Gail Todd.

A Celebration of Life memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at LaPorte First Church of God with Pastor Roger Ash officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Thursday from 1 p.m. until the service. Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, LaPorte, is handling local arrangements.

A memorial service will also be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 29, at The First Congregational Church of Terre Haute with Rev. Dawn Carlson officiating.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Family of Aaron Todd, c/o Andrea Todd, 2900 Monroe St., LaPorte, IN 46350.

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Norman Meyers, 65, of LaPorte, died peacefully at 11:48 a.m. Monday, June 17, 2013, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.

He was born Feb. 29, 1948, in LaPorte to Donald and Emily Joyce (Shoemaker) Meyers.

Norman worked with his brother as a mechanic and was involved in a leadership development business of his own. He enjoyed bicycling, canoeing, off-roading, working on vehicles, hiking, and spending time with family, especially with his brother and great-grandchildren. Norman attended Friendship Baptist Church of Salem Heights.

On March 8, 1969, at Springville Methodist Church in LaPorte, he married Sharon (Krueger), who survives.

Also surviving are one son, Steven (Laura) Meyers of LaPorte; three brothers, Daniel (Karen) Meyers of LaPorte, Allen (Gail) Meyers of Riverview, FL, and Brian (Robin) Meyers of Woodstock, IL; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Ben and Kelsi; adoptive children, Danny Lindsey and Kelly Varro; numerous family and friends; and six great-grandchildren.

His parents preceded him in death.

A funeral celebrating his life will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 22, at Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, LaPorte, with Pastor Randy Cook officiating. Visitation will be Saturday from 2 p.m. until the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family in memory of Norman Meyers c/o Lakeview Funeral Home, 247 W. Johnson Rd., LaPorte, IN 46350.

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Mr. David “Bodie” Trusty Sr., 56, of LaPorte, died Friday, July 5, 2013, at his home.

He was born July 26, 1956, in Knox, IN, to Ora and Lowvillie (Campbell) Trusty.

David worked as a mechanic and was self-employed. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, traveling and working on cars, and he spent a lot of time playing pool and pitching horseshoes with his friends.

He is survived by his longtime girlfriend, Shari Baughman; two sons, David Trusty Jr. and Steven Ray Gallegos; daughter, Julie Ann Baughman; grandchild, Kamron Roark; parents, Ora and Lowvillie Trusty; three brothers, Clarence Trusty, Henderson Trusty and Wayne Trusty; sister, Geneva Trusty; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

David was preceded in death by his grandparents.

The family will receive friends at Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LaPorte, on Wednesday, July 10, from 10 to 11 a.m. A life celebration will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Ransom Ebersole officiating. Cremation will follow.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the family of David Trusty Sr. c/o Haverstock Funeral Home, 602 Maple Ave., LaPorte, IN 46350.

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Mrs. Margaret L. “Marge” Stevens, 86, of Panama City Beach, FL, and formerly of LaPorte, died June 17, 2013 at her home.

She was born Feb. 10, 1927, in Genoa, IL, to Clarence and Mary (Leonard) McMackin. Marge had lived in Panama City Beach for 16 years, moving there from LaPorte. She was a homemaker.

On Jan. 3, 1944, in LaPorte, she married Raymond L. Stevens, who preceded her in death on Sept. 6, 1988.

She was also preceded in death by one daughter, Judith Haslock; two sisters, Gertrude Jones and Theresa Jackson; and one brother, Clarence McMackin Jr.

She is survived by one grandson, Larry Michael Scott of Panama City Beach; one sister, Helen Meyers of LaPorte; one great-grandson, Joseph Saldivar of Panama City Beach; and one great-granddaughter, Elizabeth Wood of Panama City Beach.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, July 13, at 1 p.m. at Pine Lake Cemetery, LaPorte. Essling Funeral Home, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.

Messages of condolence may be posted below on WNLP, as well as at www.esslingfuneralhome.com.

Mrs. Shirley Arlene Groth, 77, of LaPorte, died Sunday, July 7, 2013, at Golden Living Center Fountainview in LaPorte.

She was born Aug. 21, 1935, in LaPorte to Jeffrey Wilhelm.

Shirley trained horses and dogs. She enjoyed teaching people and doing crafts. Shirley enjoyed cooking and especially enjoyed spending time with her family.

She is survived by her daughter, Carla (James) Eikelberg of LaPorte; grandchildren, Alex, Joshua, Jacob and Hannah; sister, Dorothy Layman of Rolling Prairie, IN; brother, Frank Wilhelm of LaPorte; and several nieces and nephews.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents and son, Roger Groth.

A memorial service will be held at Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LaPorte, on Thursday, July 11, at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor JoEllyn Chadwick officiating. Burial of ashes will follow at Posey Chapel Cemetery, LaPorte.

Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice.

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Mr. Jason R. Rabe , 23, of Three Oaks, MI, and formerly of LaPorte, died Monday, July 8, 2013, in New Carlisle, IN.

He was born May 22, 1990, in LaPorte to Robert and April Lynn (Entner) Rabe.

Jason enjoyed working for Service One Marina. He also enjoyed taking care of his dog, Buddie. He especially enjoyed spending time with his niece.

He is survived by his father, Robert Rabe of Rolling Prairie, IN; mother, April Lynn Rabe of Three Oaks; brother, Justin Tyme Rabe of Mountain Home, ID; and sister, Justine Rabe of LaPorte.

There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at Haverstock Funeral Home, LaPorte, on Saturday, July 13, at noon. Burial of ashes will take place at Posey Chapel Cemetery, LaPorte.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Jason Rabe c/o Haverstock Funeral Home, 602 Maple Ave., LaPorte, IN 46350.

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William C. McDermott, 86, of LaPorte, died peacefully at 12:05 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, 2013, at Indiana University Health LaPorte Hospital.

He was born April 29, 1927, in LaPorte to Raymond and Mabel (Voss) McDermott.

William was a certified professional engineer for Allis-Chalmers – Agco for 51 years. As a young man, he was well known as a pitcher in fastpitch softball. William enjoyed bowling and won Bowler Of The Year. He also loved playing golf, swimming and woodworking. He loved to create birdhouses and Door Prairie Barn reproductions. William was an active member of the Polish Falcons.

On May 29, 1969, in LaPorte, he married Ann (Johnson) McDermott, who survives.

Also surviving are three daughters, Elizabeth (Dennis) Moser of Moscow, KS, Judy (David) Kenninger of Brownsburg, IN, and Mary (David) Goughnour of Thorton, CO; two sons, Michael (Debora) McDermott of LaPorte and Mark (Terri) McDermott of Union Mills, IN; one brother, Jim McDermott; 16 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were his parents; his first wife, Phyllis Bowers; two sisters, Marilyn Bennett and Carol Woods; and one brother, Robert McDermott.

A funeral will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, July 13, at Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, LaPorte, with Pastor Chris Armiger officiating. Visitation will be Saturday from 1 p.m. until the service. Burial will be in Pine Lake Cemetery, LaPorte, at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 601 W. Edison St., Mishawaka, IN 46545; or LaPorte Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box 250, LaPorte, IN 46352.

Messages of condolence may be posted below on WNLP, as well as at www.LakeviewFHC.com.

Mr. George Lewis Hart, 84, of Columbus, IN, died July 10, 2013, at Our Hospice of Central Indiana in Columbus.

He was born July 14, 1928, in Michigan City, IN, to Charles and Elizabeth (Ball) Hart.

Enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps at age 17, George was proud of his service in China, where he rebuilt bridges following World War II. He remained an avid member of the China Marine Corps, attending numerous reunions throughout his life. Many a family event found George entertaining with stories of his years spent overseas. George was an avid fisherman all his life, with regular trips to Canada and throughout the Midwest. Having lived his adult life by the water, his grandchildren fondly remember him teaching them to bait a hook and fish. George was also an aspiring golfer and he kept the scorecards for 40 years to prove it. But most importantly, he taught all his grandchildren the importance of showing up, as he was a dedicated regular at their softball, soccer, baseball and football games and practices. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his loving wife, Cecelia Martin Hart; stepchildren, Steven John Martin (Gretchen Anderson) and Michelle Martin Colman (David), of Bloomington, IN, and Kevin John Martin (Patricia) of Indianapolis; his adoring grandchildren, Gabriel, Sam and Emily Colman and Helen and Zechariah Martin; his sister, Margaret Muinch (William) of South Bend, IN; and brother, John Patrick Hart of New York City.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Mary Graham, Helen Louise Simonson, Catherine Hart and Patricia Kohne.

A graveside service with full military honors will be conducted at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 13, at Pine Lake Cemetery, LaPorte, with Deacon Chris Hawkins officiating. Essling Funeral Home, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to Our Hospice of Central Indiana, www.ourhospice.org, 2626 East 17th St., Columbus, IN 47201.

Messages of condolence may be posted below on WNLP, as well as at www.esslingfuneralhome.com.