Highland, IN Obituaries

Karen Brown, age 70, of Valparaiso, IN, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. Karen’s life was defined by her kindness, her strength, and her unwavering devotion to those she ...

Rodney J. Vitovich of Highland, Michigan passed away on November 29, 2025 at 79 years of age. Beloved husband of Kathy. Loving father of Dawn (Brian) Switzer and the late Rebecca Johnson. Proud gra...

Vickie Ann Legros of Hartland, passed away on November 28, 2025 at 57 years of age. Beloved wife of Matthew for 28 years.  Loving mother of Christina and Jolena Legros.  Daughter of Judith and the la...

In Loving Memory of Herbert “Herb” Lucre Age 79 • Highland Township, Michigan November 19, 2025 With deep love and sorrow, the family of Herbert “Herb” Lucre announces his passing on November 19, 20...

Robin Patricia Riggs was born on March 8, 1960, in Chicago. Robin passed away on November 16, 2025, at the age of 65. She was a resident of Crete, Illinois.

Kathleen Giegerich, aged 78, passed away on April 10, 2025. She was born on October 20, 1946. Kathleen was a resident of Schererville, Indiana.

Word Alone, Faith Alone, Grace Alone On May 3, 1941, Herman Adolf Markwart entered the world in Samter, Germany. He joined his older brothers, Reinhold and Eduard, completing the family born to his p...

Hugh Few passed away on November 3, 2025, at the age of 96. He was born on January 4, 1929.

Laura A. Pluta, age 52, of Hobart, IN, passed away on November 6, 2025. She is survived by her husband of twelve years, Joseph; twin brother, Steven E. Paul of Hobart, IN; siblings, Susan DeCandia of...

Joshua Duff Heaton of White Lake, passed away unexpectedly on November 7, 2025 at 43 years of age. Loving father of Mason and Emmalynn Lucille Heaton. Proud son of Teresa Ann and the late Ronald Gen...

Shirley Sisk, age 97, of White Lake, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 6, 2025. Shirley was a remarkable woman—spirited, kindhearted, and endlessly devoted to those she loved. S...

Rondal Paul Lane, 67, of NWI, passed away on November 1st, 2025 after a hard battle with cancer. Born on April 17th, 1958, in Elizabethton, TN, Ron was the son of the late Rev. Paul Lane and Aloma (n...

Lisa Dawn LaPearl (nee Mager), born on July 21, 1972, passed away unexpectedly on October 31, 2025, at the age of 53. A resident of Highland, she was known for her compassionate, generous, kind-hearte...

On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, Robert Dorrance Wickham died while sleeping peacefully at Caretel Assisted Living Center in Brighton, Michigan at the age of 96. Robert was a warm, welcoming and gregar...

Marie D Hoyt, born on September 12, 1937, in Syracuse, passed away on September 9, 2025, at the age of 87. Marie was a resident of Milford, Michigan.

Edgar George Trudeau, a resident of Milford, Michigan, passed away on October 28, 2025, at the age of 92. He was the beloved husband of Patricia for 72 years and a loving father to Kathleen (John) Bu...

Thomas A. Hughes, born on November 28, 1965, passed away on October 27, 2025, at the age of 59. A visitation will be held at Kuiper Funeral Home, located at 9039 Kleinman Road, Highland, IN, 46322, o...

Carole Anne Alb (nee Blaskovich), 83, passed away peacefully on Oct 25, 2025. Carole was born in East Chicago, IN on August 26, 1942 to John and Katherine Blaskovich. She was preceded in death by her ...

Myrna L. Wilson, a loving mother, grandmother, and deeply faithful woman known affectionately by many as "Granny," passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025, in Crown Point, IN, at the age of 90. My...

Thomas G. Race, age 85, of Highland, IN, passed away on October 27, 2025.  He is survived by his wife, Janice; children, Randy (Janet) and Shelley; grandchildren, Brandon, Bobby (Tiffany), Marisa (Je...

David Edward Crow, of Highland, passed away on October 24, 2025, at the age of 67. David retired from Meck Realty in Highland after 34 years of devoted service. Dave love spending time up north wh...

Donald Thomas Learmont, affectionately known as Don, lived a life marked by unwavering love for his family, a passion for adventure, and a dedication to the community that will be deeply missed. Born ...

James Gordon Bellamy, 78, of Crown Point, IN, passed away peacefully at home on October 23, 2025. Born on March 31, 1947, in Fordsville, KY, James lived a life defined by courage, loyalty, and love ...

Our family is heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Maria Cristina Grados-Danessi, who passed away on October 20, 2025, surrounded by her lovin...

Coreene Ann Krawiec of Highland, MI passed away on Wednesday October 22 peacefully in her sleep at the age of 81. She was born on December 19, 1943 in Detroit, MI where she grew up and learned the val...

Wilbert Lewis Norfolk was born on September 18, 1949 in Covington, TN, to Mary Frances Norfolk and William Tipton, Jr.. Both are deceased. Wilbert passed away on October 19, 2025, at the age of 76. He...

We are saddened to announce the peaceful passing of Cecil McClendon, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, on October 15, 2025, at the age of 83. B...

Jennifer Lynn Humitz, affectionately known as Jen, was a beacon of love and joy whose life journey began on September 17, 1981, in the heart of Dearborn, Michigan. Her radiant spirit graced the world ...

Maureen "Mary" Snyder (nee O'Dea), born on February 5, 1941, passed away on October 13, 2025, at the age of 84. She was a lifelong resident of Hammond, IN. She is survived by her four loving children...

Richard D. Wright, Sr., a beloved and cherished man of God, passed on to glory on October 11, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on May 19, 1940, in Hammond, IN, Richard was a faithful, brave, and compassio...

Mary Kathleen (Garvie) Porretta, 71, of Howell, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born September 18, 1954, in Detroit, Mary spent her life between...

Our loving sister, Linda Miller, born on July 20, 1949, entered heaven peacefully on Thursday, October 9th, 2025, at the age of 76. Heaven has gained another angel. She was a resident of Crown Point...

Chris Smith, age 59 of Dearborn, Michigan passed away on October 9, 2025. Chris was born on January 1, 1966, in Wayne County, Michigan, is fondly remembered for his generosity, and steadfast devotion ...

Sharion Marks, 82, of Highland, IN, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2025, with her family by her side. Sharion was born on December 6, 1942, to Orison and Garnette Hatfield in McAndrews, KY. She was ...

Clarissa A. Fuller, 91 of Lowell, IN, peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones on October 6, 2025. Born on March 18, 1934 in Mapletown, PA to parents Richard and Rose Marie Fuller (Semple), C...

Kathy Schwertfeger (Lavan) of Porter, IN, passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of October 2nd, 2025. She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Jeff Schwertfeger; four children, Debby...

Robert Fredrick Kornatowski, age 74 of White Lake, Michigan, passed away on October 4, 2025. Robert was a supervisor of the glass Department at Tropical Distributers. He took great pride in his work a...

Frances Scanlon, beloved mother, grandmother, and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025, in Farmington Hills, Michigan, at the age of 90. Born on July 12, 1935, in Hempstead, New ...

Robert A. Bittke of Merrillville, IN, passed away on October 3, 2025 peacefully in his home at age 80. He is survived by his children, Richard (Jessica) Bittke, Edward (Michelle) Bittke, Jennifer (Th...

Henry Donald Block, born December 30, 1930, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away peacefully at the age of 94 on September 29, 2025. He was a loving brother, uncle, father, grandfather, great-grandfathe...

Nancy Kay (Blakeley)Chatterson White lake Michigan. Passed away on September 28, 2025 at the age of 80. She was surrounded by the love of her family. She was born November 26, 1944 in Berkeley Michiga...

Edward Joseph Murzin, age 73, of White Lake, Michigan passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025.

Patricia C. Lenz (née Laier), age 92, of Griffith, Indiana, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025. She was born on October 7, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Frank and Anna (née Muell...

John L. Klann of Highland, Michigan passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 96 years of age. Klann, John Leo was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 2, 1929, the son of Walter Herman and Gladys (...

Jon Preston Kruse of Highland, Michigan, slowly slipped away on Friday, September 19, 2025, at just 77 years of age. He was surrounded by his loving family. Jon was the beloved husband of Doris Landr...

Rosendo Chavarria, 97, of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones on September 18, 2025. He was born on June 12, 1928, in Tizapan el Alto, Jalisco, Mexico, to the late...

Alice Patricia Best, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, age 88, of Munster IN, passed away Wednesday September 17, 2025. She is survived by her children, Douglas (Vicki) Best and Nancy (Alex) Pap...

Janet Kay Cottingham, age 86, of Griffith, IN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. Janet’s life was filled with love, kindness, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of fami...

June Marie Thomas, of Highland, Michigan, passed away on September 12, 2025. A spirited and proud southern woman, June lived her life with strength and passion. She had a spitfire spirit and a heart f...

Sarah Sue Ammerman, age 86, of Hixson, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025.