William T. Wood Jr., 40, of LaPorte, died Thursday, June 25, 2015, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.

He was born Dec. 25, 1974, in LaPorte to William T. Sr. and Helen (Neary) Wood.

William was a member of The Sons of American Legion.

He is survived by his father, William T. (Rita) Wood of LaPorte; his mother, Helen Neary of LaPorte; brother, James Allen Wood of LaPorte; sister, Nichole Rene (Tim) Martin of Fort Wayne, IN; two nephews, Cody and Zackari; two nieces, Jayme and Gwenn; and one great-niece, Layla.

A graveside service will be held at Pine Lake Cemetery, LaPorte, on Friday, July 3, at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor JoEllyn Chadwick officiating. Burial of ashes will follow. Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.

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Robert “Bob” R. Preston, 55, of LaPorte, died Sunday, June 28, 2015, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.

He was born Oct. 28, 1959, in Hammond, IN, to Donald and Doris (Tuttle) Preston.

Bob was an accountant for JW Werntz & Son Supply Company in South Bend, IN, and previously worked at Scott Foresman in LaPorte. He was a member of First Church of God and was an avid sports fan. Bob dearly loved his children.

On Nov. 28, 1986, in LaPorte, he married Tammie L. Plank, who survives.

Also surviving are his beloved children, Ryan Preston of LaPorte and Kayla (Billy Crum) Preston of St. Joseph, MI; mother, Doris Preston; mother-in-law, Ivah Plank; sisters-in-law, Tracy (Thomas) Cioch and Alice Martinez; brother-in-law, Dan (Lori) Plank; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 2, at First Church of God, LaPorte, with Pastor Roger Ash officiating. Visitation will be held at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, LaPorte, on Wednesday, July 1, from 4 to 8 p.m., and at the church Thursday from noon until the service. Burial will follow the service at Pine Lake Cemetery, LaPorte.

Memorial donations may be made to First Church of God, 2020 E. Lincolnway, LaPorte, IN 46350.

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Betty Louise Eader, 84, of LaPorte, went home to be with her Heavenly Father Saturday, June 27, 2015, at Miller’s Health and Rehabilitation in LaPorte following a lengthy illness.

She was born April 25, 1931, in Muskegon, MI, to Louis and Stephanie (Paulin) Newald.

Betty graduated from Muskegon Heights High School and Muskegon Business College. She loved her family, the Lord, and her church. Betty enjoyed working in her yard, snow skiing, playing tennis and going to her grandchildren’s sporting events. She was crowned Miss Muskegon as a teenager and was selected to participate in the Miss Michigan pageant. She was known for being stylish and classy, and loved the years she spent working at Judee’s boutique, where she had a real flair for helping dress women to make them feel beautiful. Although she went through major health struggles toward the end of her life, she never complained and was content with what God had in store for her until the end. She was a member of First Baptist Church and served as Board of Deacons chairperson for many years. She also lent her beautiful singing voice to leading worship choruses every Sunday.

On Feb. 2, 1952, she married Norm Eader and they moved from Shelby, MI, to LaPorte in 1968. He survives.

Also surviving are four children, Steve, Jim and Jeff Eader and Jill (Mike) Hough; two sisters, Judy Coburn of Pentwater, MI, and Shirley Rouse of North Carolina; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her parents and one brother, Ron Newald, all formerly of Muskegon, MI.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at Christ Church, 802 Indiana Ave., LaPorte, with a gathering to follow next door at First Baptist Church’s Hargrave Fellowship Center. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Betty’s life. Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church.

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Jay’Shawn Aaron Weslee Arnold, infant son of Joslyn Baltes, died June 28, 2015, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.

Jay’Shawn is survived by his parents; grandparents, Larry Baltes, Crystal Price and Wayne Price II; aunts, Brooke West, Kati Wilhelm and Adriane Masterson; uncles, Trevor Baltes, Stanely Henderson and Jonah Henderson; and great-grandparents, Reva Bailey, Carl Bailey, Wayne Price Sr., Dianna Price, Jackie Overmeyer, and Mike Overmeyer.

A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Patton Cemetery, LaPorte.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Joslyn Baltes, c/o Crystal Price, 2900 Monroe St., LaPorte, IN 46350.

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Norman K. “Norm” Keeler, 91, of Michigan City, IN, died Thursday, July 2, 2015, at 10:14 a.m. at Franciscan St. Anthony Health, Michigan City.

He was born Sept. 25, 1923, in Michigan City to John and Mary (Goralski) Keeler.

Norm worked for many years as a delivery person with Voegler Beer Distributing Co., LaPorte. He was a salesperson for Swartzlander Motors and retired as a maintenance supervisor at the LaPorte County Courthouse. He was a veteran of World War II. Norm was a member of Queen of All Saints Catholic Church, where he also served for many years as an usher. He was also a member of Knights of Columbus Michigan City Council 1951, past president and member of St. Joseph Young Men’s Society and a charter member of American Legion Skwiat Post 451. Norm enjoyed golfing and fishing, and was a Notre Dame football and Chicago Cubs fan.

On July 6, 1946, in Michigan City, he married Lorraine Palmer (celebrating their 69th wedding anniversary on the date she now buries him); she survives Michigan City.

Also surviving are nephew, Robert (Patricia) Lozanski of Las Vegas, NV; four nieces, Rosanne (George) Domato of Oak Forest, IL, Debbie (Edward) Mellinger of Evanston, IL, Connie (Mike) Hiss of Lake Forest, CA, and Elaine (Ken) Shoup of Evansville, IN; and several great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces, great-great-nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Chester Janasiak Sr., and three stepbrothers, Chester Janasiak Jr., Carl Janasiak and Eugene Janasiak.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 6, at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church, Michigan City, with Rev. Christopher Stanish officiating. Visitation will be Monday at the church from 10 a.m. until the Mass. American Legion Skwiat Post 451 and VFW Post 2536 will conduct full military services Monday at the church. Cremation will follow and private family burial will take place in St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Michigan City. Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, Michigan City, is handling arrangements.

Contributions may be made to Queen of all Saints Catholic Church Building Fund, 606 S. Woodland Ave., Michigan City, IN 46360.

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A graveside service for Mary Susan Stull Handley, who died Nov. 4, 2014, will be held at 12:30 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2015, at Pine Lake Cemetery, LaPorte. A reception will follow at Best Western Inn in LaPorte.

Mary Susan Stull was born Jan. 6, 1921, in Bloomington, IN, the first child of Reginald and Ardys Stull. She died in Tyler, TX, on Nov. 4, 2014. Her beloved younger brother, Richard Brooks Stull, passed away in 1984.

She graduated from Bloomington High School with honors in 1937, and from Indiana University with Phi Beta Kappa honors in 1941. While at IU she was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority and president of the Debate Team, majored in Speech and Theater, and was president of IU Women, working closely with University President Herman B. Wells. While at the university, she met Stanley Dwight Handley of LaPorte, a member of the Delta Upsilon fraternity. They were married shortly after graduation in 1941 and soon were involved in moving around the country with the U.S. Army Air Corps.

Daughter Judith Susan was born in 1943, Richard Dwight in 1946, and David Stull in 1948.

After the war, when Dwight began work with Brown & Bigelow Company, the family moved back to LaPorte, where Sue and Dwight were involved in many community activities. Sue made good use of her theater experience with The Little Theatre Club, and her love of Shakespeare’s works with the Shakespeare Club. Dwight was an active Rotarian, and through Rotary initiated Career Day at LaPorte High School. They were also highly involved at the Presbyterian Church of LaPorte, where they raised their family. When Judi, Dick and Dave reached junior and senior high school, Sue received her master’s degree from Rosary College, studying at the Sorbonne in Paris for part of the program. Her teaching career led her to develop creative and award-winning techniques to help junior high school students learn French and have great fun at the same time.

Curious about their children’s involvement in Campus Crusade for Christ (now called Cru) at Indiana University, Dwight, Sue and Judi attended a Cru-sponsored conference for the laity. Their spiritual renewal resulting from that experience launched several small discussion groups in homes. Sue’s involvement in Bible Study Fellowship led her to teach scores of women through the Community Bible Study curriculum, and led many to a new faith and appreciation of the life-changing impact of Jesus Christ.

Sue is survived by sons Richard (Suzanne), a radiologist in Tyler, TX, and David (Andrea), a Presbyterian pastor in Evanston, IL. Judi (Doug Hilbish) passed away in 1993 when son David (Kristin) and daughter Susan (Ryan Minnear) were in college and high school. During Judi’s 11-year treatments for cancer, Sue “Nana” was like a second mother to Dave and Susan.

Sue and Dwight’s marriage of 68 years spawned seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Sue and Dwight were also very close to her brother, Dick Stull, his wife, Mary, and their children, Jeff, Cindy and Amy. They and their families have also been impacted by the warm love and contagious faith of Sue and Dwight. Dwight’s two brothers, the late Harold Handley and wife Barbara, and the late Kenneth Handley and wife Jane, added to the Handley family four beloved nephews and nieces: Ken and Marti, and Sara and Steve. They and their families have likewise felt Sue and Dwight’s love, faith, and support.

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Norma Jean (Hall) White, 86, died Thursday, July 2, 2015, at home surrounded by her family.

She was born Oct. 19, 1928, to Ernest C. and Estelle R. Hall.

Norma found great joy in watching hummingbirds visit her bird feeders each year. Naturally, her hair was always perfect. Her servant’s heart inspired her family. Norma and her husband Robert enjoyed spending winters in Brookside Bluff, FL.

On April 26, 1947, she married Robert O. White. She tolerated Robert’s often adolescent and giggle-inducing, self-enhancing humor for 68 years, always with a smile, a laugh and an “Oh, Robert!”

Surviving are her husband, Robert; children, Mike (Mary) White of Beavercreek, OH, and Barb (Joe Jr.) Kuharic of South Bend, IN; grandchildren, Andrea (Noel) Rahme of Durban, South Africa, Stacey (Josh Sr.) Cline of Granger, IN, Joe Kuharic III of South Bend, Kim (Joel) Lear of Michigan City, IN, Kelley Kasprzyk of LaPorte, and Mollie White of Beavercreek; great-grandchildren, Josh Jr., Alexis, Mariah, Macie and Kaila; nephew, Judge Kim (Susan) Hall; niece, Jane Larson; sister-in-law, Doris Hall; son-in-law, Bob Pinda; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Carol Pinda, and her brother, Jim Hall.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held Thursday, July 9, at 6 p.m. at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, LaPorte. Visitation will be held Thursday from 4 p.m. until the service. A cremation committal will take place at 11 a.m. Friday, July 10, at Kingsbury Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please call or hug your parents today.

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Harold Lloyd Scovel, 75, of Michigan City, IN, entered eternal life on Friday, July 3, 2015.

A life well lived by a man well loved, Harold was born in Kendall, MI, in 1939 to Myrtle (Scovel) Lowry.

Harold retired from US Steel-Gary Works in 1999 and pursued his hobbies of collecting, model building and bargain hunting. He served the church in various functions throughout his life, completing his service as a deacon. During his active years, Harold spent many hours working with children through Boy Scouts, AWANA Youth Ministry and Vacation Bible School. He was the “game master,” creating and building many fun activities for children and their families. When he was no longer able to keep up with the children, he turned his attention to the elderly, helping with errands, chores and being company for those alone.

As a child, he moved to Michigan City where he met and married Linda Lou Bowman on July 1, 1961. Married for 54 years, Harold and Linda raised their three daughters, Cyndi, Cheryl and Candice, in a home filled with love and laughter.

Harold is survived by his wife, Linda Scovel; daughter, Cyndi Scovel and husband John Gross of Michigan City; daughter, Cheryl Hadley and husband Keith Hadley of Eaton Rapids, MI; daughter, Candice Nemeth and husband Joe Nemeth of Plainfield, IL; grandchildren, Elodie Nemeth, Kyler Hadley, Ciena Hadley, Jason Gross, Michelle Landess, Julia Valdivieso, Tracey Pollock, and Brad Gross; great-grandchildren, Michael Landess, Leah Pollock, Savannah Pollock, Alyssa Pollock and Annabelle Gross; and his four younger siblings, Calvin N. Taylor, David L. Taylor, Duane J. Taylor and Marye (Dixie) Kutch, to whom he will be remembered as caretaker, protector, friend – big brother.

Visitation will be held Friday, July 10, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, LaPorte. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 11, at Galena Baptist Church with Deacon Ron Bauer officiating. Burial will follow at Heckman Cemetery. Family, friends and those whose lives were touched by Harold are invited to reminisce over lunch at Galena Baptist Church following the services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Galena Baptist Church, 1748 E. 1000 N., LaPorte, IN 46350, in memory of Deacon Harold L. Scovel.

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Patricia Ann Ledgerwood left behind grieving friends and family when she died in the early hours of July 6, 2015, at Golden Living Nursing Home, LaPorte, after an extended period of deteriorating health.

She was born Dec. 16, 1937, in Indianapolis, attended Arsenal Technical High School and married Walter Eugene (Bud) Ledgerwood, with whom she spent over 50 years as matriarch of the ever-growing family from their home in Union Mills, IN. As residents of Hamlet and Union Mills, she and Bud were past members and youth counselors at Tracy United Methodist Church and were longtime associates of the LaPorte Airport and the LaPorte Aero Club. She loved her family with a passion and sacrificed much of her personal life to ensure their health and well-being during critical points in all of their lives. She loved to cook and never let anyone leave her door hungry, she raised African violets, and verdant greenery was everywhere in and around their home. She was renowned for her tendencies to buck trends, to not go with the flow, and to meet all of life’s challenges head on.

Preceded in death by her parents, William and America Polston, her sister Nancy Decker, and her brother-in-law Donald Mann, she is survived by her husband, Walter (Bud) Ledgerwood; four sisters, Barbara (Dick) Newkirk, Janice Mann, Betty (William) Aughe and Billie (Wayne) Urton; and was mother to Leonard (Melanie) Ledgerwood, Charlotte (Scott) Bolka, Kevin (Ricki) Ledgerwood. Her life was further blessed by nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Essling Funeral Home-Frank L. Keszei, funeral director, LaPorte. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, July 10, at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Union Mills Cemetery.

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Richard G. Hagler, 66, of Hamlet, IN, died at his home Monday, July 6, 2015.

He was born Feb. 3, 1949, in Hammond, IN, to Marie (Jennings) and Charles Hagler.

Richard retired from RWR Tech Services. He was a decorated veteran, having served in the U.S. Army, Infantry, 1st Air Cavalry, during the Vietnam War.

Richard is survived by his wife of 38 years, Terri L. Hagler; two sons, Robert (Jessica) Hagler of Hamlet and Steve (Danielle) Hagler of LaPorte; one daughter, Julie Carpenter of South Bend, IN; his mother, Marie Hagler of Munster, IN; seven grandchildren, Anthony, Kylee, Allison, Andrew, Kayla, Tara, and Blake; one sister, Kitty Hagler; and one brother, Charles Hagler.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Hagler.

Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, July 10, at Essling Funeral Home-Frank L. Keszei, funeral director, LaPorte. A memorial service will be held Friday at 4 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial of ashes will be in Arlington National Cemetery.

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Isaiah Michael Hartz, 19, of LaPorte, died Sunday, July 5, 2015, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.

He was born Feb. 17, 1996, in Michigan City, IN, to  Kwasi U. Norwood and Angelique “Angel” Hartz.

Isaiah graduated from LaPorte High School in 2014. He played football and enjoyed sports, cooking and going to church.

He is survived by his parents; grandparents, Dyana (Ron) Kinsey and John (Diann) Hartz, all of LaPorte, and Patricia Orzech of Michigan City; great-grandmother, Mary Mitchell of Michigan City; four siblings; and many aunts and uncles, including a special aunt, Amy Hartz of LaPorte.

He was preceded in death by grandparents, Henry and Luella Norwood, and all of his great-grandparents.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday, July 10, at 11 a.m. at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, LaPorte, with Pastor Sandy Tarr officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 9, from 5 to 9 p.m. and Friday from 10 a.m. until the service. A cremation committal will take place following the service and burial will take place at a later date in Patton Cemetery, LaPorte.

Memorial donations may be made to the family c/o Angel Hartz, 2900 Monroe St., LaPorte, IN 46350.

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Mr. Barry L. Moyer, 62, of LaPorte, died Friday, July 3, 2015, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.

He was born June 18, 1953, in LaPorte to Robert A. Moyer Sr. and Muriel L. (Erickson) Moyer-Berryman.

Barry was a veteran representative at Work One for the Indiana State Employment Dept. He was director of World Registry of Black Belt Martial Arts Organization and Federation. Barry was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during the Vietnam War. He was a man of great integrity and discipline. Barry loved his family and his dog.

On Feb. 16, 1974, in Portage, IN, he married Lynette (Callahan) Moyer, who survives.

He is also survived by his mother, Muriel L. Berryman of LaPorte; two daughters, Julie (Lonnie) McFadden of LaPorte and Chrissy (John) Santo of Pahrump, NV; four grandchildren, Elizabeth, Alyssa and Jon McFadden, and Paul Santo; three sisters, Vickie (Larry) Deutscher, Pam (Walt) Armstrong and Judy Steigely, all of LaPorte; and three brothers, Robert A. Moyer Jr. and Jeff (Laura) Moyer, both of LaPorte, and Dale (Carol) Moyer of Waco, TX.

Barry was preceded in death by his father.

The family will receive friends at Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LaPorte, on Thursday, July 9, from 3 to 6 p.m. A life celebration will be held Thursday at 6 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Bill Barnes officiating. A military service will be conducted by the LaPorte Honor Guard at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Family of Barry L. Moyer.

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Robert D. Beckwith, 65, of Kissimmee, FL, and formerly of LaPorte, died Monday, July 6, 2015, at Osceola Regional Medical Center in Kissimmee.

He was born Feb. 20, 1950, in Chicago to Robert W. and Eileen (Platt) Beckwith.

Robert worked as Director of Marketing at Aggressive Hydraulics. He was a business entrepreneur and consultant. Robert was a member of the Vietnam Military Police Dog Alumni.

On June 24, 1972, he married Constance (McGuire) Beckwith, who survives.

Also surviving are his beloved children, Christopher (Anne) Beckwith of Wilmington, NC, and TJ (Melissa) Beckwith of Westfield, IN; three grandchildren, Wendy, Brody and Allison Beckwith; two sisters, Lorraine (Joseph) Campea of Kissimmee and Lisa Orisich of Arnold, MD; and two brothers, Matt Beckwith of Fayetteville, GA, and John Beckwith of Riverview, FL.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Joseph Beckwith.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 11, at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, LaPorte. Visitation will be Saturday from 1 p.m. until the service.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the National Stroke Association, 9707 E. Easter Lane, Suite B, Centennial, CO 80112.

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Donna C. Bowers, 99, of Union Mills, IN, died Tuesday, July 7, 2015, at Miller’s Health and Rehabilitation in LaPorte.

She was born March 9, 1916, in Union Mills to John and Caroline (Barker) Grage.

Donna had retired from T.P. Laboratories. After retirement she and her husband, Elmer, managed Hiigli Farm Bed & Breakfast for nearly 20 years. She was a member of Bethel Presbyterian Church of Union Mills. Music was Donna’s passion; she started a band program at the high school with her son, Eddie, called the Teen Notes. Later on she played piano with a dance band composed of musicians from North Judson called The Drifters. She performed with them for 22 years. After a short break she joined the Fun Follies and was a member for 25 years and the director for 22 years. The highlight of the Follies was when they performed twice at the Indiana State Fair. Donna and Elmer had also been King and Queen at the Union Mills festival three years in a row. Donna received the Living Legend Award of LaPorte County in 2004 from the Swanson Activity Center. She was a member of the Swanson Center Sunshine Group, which every Tuesday and Friday served hot meals and entertained the guests.

On June 21, 1936, in Auburn, IN, she married Elmer C. Bowers, who preceded her in death Jan. 13, 2013.

Donna was also preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Katherine Howell; and daughter-in-law, Nancy Bowers.

She is survived by her son, Edwin (Karen) Bowers of LaPorte; three step-grandchildren; eight step-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and great-great-nieces/nephews.

The family will receive friends at Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LaPorte, on Saturday, July 11, from noon to 2 p.m. A life celebration will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. John Beehler officiating. Interment will follow at Union Mills Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Presbyterian Church, 110 Hamilton St., P.O. Box 155, Union Mills, IN 46382; or Swanson Senior Center, 910 State St., LaPorte, IN 46350.

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Sophie K. Nowak, 87, of LaPorte, died Tuesday, July 7, 2015, at the University of Chicago Hospital.

She was born Oct. 1, 1927, in Chicago to Josef and Maria (Gorel) Kacmarek.

Sophie retired from Howmet as an executive secretary after 28 years of service. She was a member of St. Joseph Parish and the Rosary Sodality in LaPorte and Queen of All Saints Choir and Adoration Chapel of Queen of All Saints Parish in Michigan City, IN. She was also a member of the supervisory committee at Generations Federal Credit Union in LaPorte. She enjoyed researching genealogy after her retirement and was an avid shopper.

On Sept. 1, 1956, in Chicago, she married Carl Robert Nowak, who preceded her in death Aug. 29, 2007.

She was also preceded in death by sisters, Mary Jo Zelezinski, Anna Kacmarek and Kathryn Rimdzius; and brothers, Michael, Andrew and John Kacmarek.

Sophie is survived by her children, Robert (Christine) Nowak, Gregory (Robina) Nowak, Lynnette Nowak, Kelan (Lisa) Nowak, and Jacqueline (Kenny) Hargis, all of LaPorte; grandchildren, Jennifer Grise, Jonathan, Ashley, Nikolaus, Nathan, Tyler, Brittany, and Callie Nowak, Brittany Hargis, and Katie and Andrew Harrell; great-grandchildren, Halo and Briella Nowak, and Aven, Julian and Kai Grise; a sister, Sister Mary Martha Kacmarek, OSB of Warren, OH; and a brother, Joseph Kacey of Westchester, IL.

Visitation will be held Sunday, July 12, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Essling Funeral Home-Frank L. Keszei, funeral director, LaPorte, with the Rosary to  be recited at 6:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, July 13, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, LaPorte. Family and friends may gather at 9 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in St Joseph Cemetery, LaPorte.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Share Foundation, 6617 N. 300 E., LaPorte, IN 46350.

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Mrs. Georgiana “Butch” Haverstock, 89, of Rolling Prairie, IN, died Tuesday, July 7, 2015, at Settlers House in LaPorte.

She was born Sept. 12, 1925, in LaPorte to Lloyd and Geneva (Bowman) Hager.

On Nov. 18, 1946, in Mill Creek, IN, she married Lloyd Haverstock, who preceded her in death March 26, 2004.

Georgiana was also preceded in death by her parents, five sisters and three brothers.

She is survived by her three sons, James (Susanne) Haverstock of Bloomington, IN, Jack (Ronda) Haverstock of Rolling Prairie and Tim (Becky) Haverstock of Rolling Prairie; four grandchildren, Scott Haverstock, Shauna Barnhart, Kyle Haverstock and Ryan Haverstock; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Barbara Makena of LaPorte; and two brothers, William Hager of LaPorte and Tom Bunch of Logan, UT.

There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Rolling Prairie Animal Shelter.

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Robert James Rudnick, 80, of LaPorte, died Wednesday, July 8, 2015, at his home.

He was born Oct. 12, 1934, in Michigan City, IN, to Earl L. Sr. and Loretta (Heise) Rudnick.

Robert worked as an electrician at U.S. Steel Mill for 34 years. He was a member of Rolling Prairie VFW 9423 and Mason Lodge 290, and he enjoyed fishing and golf.

On Nov. 18, 1961, in Rolling Prairie, he married Joan (Lapczynski) Rudnick, who survives.

Also surviving are his children, Gregory (Sharon) Rudnick and Timothy (Diane) Rudnick, both of LaPorte; grandchildren, Bryan (Erin) Rudnick of Kendallville, IN, Hattie Rudnick of LaPorte, Jeanna Miller of LaPorte, Chad Ulam of Phoenix, AZ, and Jacob and Brett Ulam of Michigan City; great-grandchildren, Zayne, Zoey and Zachary; sister, Nancy (Tom) Urbanski of Ocala, FL; and many nieces, nephews and loving family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Earl Rudnick Jr.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 18, at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, LaPorte, with Rev. Evan Lash officiating. Visitation will be held Friday, July 17, from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. until the service.

Memorial contributions may be directed to VNA Hospice, 901 S. Woodland Ave., Michigan City, IN  46360, or the charity of the donor’s choice.

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Frederick Cuono Tardi, 70, of LaPorte, died peacefully at 8 a.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2015, at Hospice Franciscan Communities in Michigan City, IN.

He was born Nov. 30, 1944, in Chicago to Leo Sr. and Dorothy (Mancini) Tardi.

Frederick was a veteran who honorably served in the United States Navy. He grew up in Chicago and spent summer months in Michigan with his family. Frederick had a passion for fast cars and motorcycles, but most of all spending time with his family, friends and grandchildren.

On Sept. 13, 1990, in LaPorte, he married Debbie (Christian) Tardi, who survives.

Also surviving are one daughter, Heather Sigman of Florida; one son, Sean Tardi of Michigan; one stepson, Robert (Jami) Christian, and one stepdaughter, Megan Christian, both of LaPorte; one sister, Virginia Tardi of Colorado; two brothers, Leo (Julie) Tardi Jr. and Guy (Sandy) Tardi, both of Michigan; and 11 grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were his parents and one sister, Mary Keane.

A private family service will be held at a later date. Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.

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Michael Allen Hinchley Jr., 24, of South Bend, IN, died unexpectedly Monday, July 6, 2015, in Michigan City, IN.

He was born Jan. 4, 1991, in Valparaiso, IN, to Michael Hinchley Sr. and Tina Day

Michael loved his dog, Dhea, cars and children. He was a hard worker with a funny sense of humor and enjoyed making people laugh. Michael will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his parents, Tina (Jim) Massey of  Hanna, IN, and Michael (Jennifer) Hinchley Sr. of South Bend; two sisters, Stacy (Freddie) Day of Chicago and Bryanna Kaehler of Portage, IN; one brother, Cameron (Kellie) Price of LaPorte; one nephew, Xavier; one niece, Karley; and several cousins, aunts and uncles.

Preceding him in death were his grandparents, Jerry Hinchley and Linda Bruns, and great-grandparents, John “Bud” and Hazel Hinchley.

A funeral service celebrating his life will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, July 13, at Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, LaPorte, with Pastor Randy Brechner officiating. Visitation will be held Monday from 3 p.m. until the service.

Memorial contributions may be directed to www.gofundme.com/yszgc4.

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

Harold Eugene Russell, 75, of Rolling Prairie, died peacefully at 8:08 p.m. Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital.

He was born June 7, 1940.

Services will be held at a later date. Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Kankakee Township Fire Department, P.O. Box 214, Rolling Prairie, IN 46371.

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