LaGrange, Indiana Obituaries - Surnames Starting with the Letter D

Updated - April 2020

Dabbs, James A.  -  82, of Howe, IN.; died unexpectedly, Friday, June 20, 2008 at Goshen General Hospital, Goshen, IN.  He was born on January 15, 1926 in Durham, N.C. to Chester E. and Mary Elizabeth (Hester) Dabbs.  He came to Howe, IN from Walled Lake, Michigan. He worked as a millwright for Ford Motor Company and was a transporter for Skyline in Howe, IN. He was a Navy Veteran serving his country in World War II and was a member of Meridian Sun Lodge F&AM #76.  On June 20, 1964 he married Betty June Gardner in Garden City, Michigan. She survives in Howe, IN.  Also surviving is a daughter and son-in-law, Susan and James Eoff of Riverside, MI; a son and daughter-in-law, Joe Paul and Lori Dabbs of Virginia Beach, VA; a stepdaughter and son-in-law, Mary Jo and Tim Burcham of Hillsdale, MI; and five step-sons and daughter-in-laws, Marlowe and Barbara Wanks of Redford, MI; Terry and Diane Wanks of Hiram, GA; Larry and Judy Wanks of Bronson, MI; Randy and Beverly Wanks of Sturgis, MI; Ken and Alice Wanks of Lakeville, MI; thirty-six grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren, two sisters, Naomi Wilson and Sara and a brother, Phillip Dabbs all of Cedar Grove, NC.  He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Alan H. Dabbs and a sister, Sharon Majors.  In accordance to his wishes cremation has taken place. There will be no services. – Obituary  in"LaGrange News," from June 23, 2008

Dallas, Lorenzo - "A Noble Life.  A Brief Sketch of the Life, and the Obituary of One of Our MOST VENERABLE CITIZENS.  A Character Worthy of Emulation, Whose Death Occurred at his Home in Clearspring Township, LaGrange, County, Ind., January 16, 1899."  (?s) with reverence we think of a life filled with good deeds, kind acts and generous impulses.  Such a man was the subject of the last sad rites that loving hands could bestow on one whose life is worthy of emulation.  His declining health in the years that have past made it inconvenient and even impossible for him to attend any religious services or other public assemblages, but he was a man of firm religious principles, and whose benevolent acts spoke more eloquently than words.  A graphic picture is indelibly fixed in our mind by the narratives of his generosity as related by our father (when the writer was a boy) of how he assisted in keeping the fleshless hand of want from being thrust in at our door in days when  it looked dark for the humble farmer, and how, in his quiet and modest benevolence, he never made one feel under embarrassing obligations to him.  We have often on long winter evenings enjoyed his hospitality and cheerful fireplace, when the glowing embers seemed to reflect the honest characteristics of the host, and heard him tell of pioneer experiences as only a clear minded man can.  He was the possessor of an excellent memory, even until his death, and could retain reminiscent details to a remarkable degree, and this fact coupled with his knowledge of books and history made him a character to be admired and remembered. - editor  #2  Lorenzo Dallas was born June 28, 1819, in Preeble Co., Ohio, and died Monday, January 16, 1899, at his home in Clearspring Township, LaGrange County, Indiana, aged 79 years, 6 months and 23 days.  His parents, William and Mary (Grey) Dallas, were natives of New Jersey, and in 1818, after their marriage they moved to Preeble Co., Ohio.  Lorenzo lived in that country with his parents until the death of his mother in 1835, then his father with the family moved to Clearspring Township, LaGrange County, Indiana, in 1836.  Lorenzo then was 17 years old.  His father died in November 1847.  In 1842 Lorenzo was married to Sarah Kitchen and moved to his home in Clearspring Township where he had an unbroken residence for more than half a century.  His wife died in  September 1890.  He was the third of fourteen children, three brothers, George, Jeremiah, and Levi still survive him.  Of his eight children, five are living, as are also six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.  All who were acquainted with him, know his character, and the pure, noble Christian life he led, and his genial, honest, and friendly nature.  The funeral services were conducted at the Green Chapel near his home on Wednesday, January 18,.  Rev. John Paul JOnes, of LaGrange, assisted by Rev. J. Folger, of Albion, delivered the sermon, after which the remains were laid for their last resting place by the side of his wife in the cemetery near the church. - source: Herald, Wolcottville, Indiana, January 25, 1899 - Contributed by C. Edsall.

Dallas, Miriam Arlene -  90, of Wolcottville, went home to the lord, on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at Miller's Merry Manor in LaGrange, Ind. She was born on August 15, 1922 in Ligonier, Ind. On July 17, 1948, she married Iris "Ike" Dallas in Kendallville, Ind. He survives in Wolcottville, Ind. Arlene retired from the dietary department at the LaGrange County Hospital. She was a member of the Rome City United Methodist Church. She loved to watch birds and enjoyed wearing her jewelry. She was a wonderful homemaker, wife, grandmother and a friend to all who knew her. Also surviving her is a daughter, Elaine Lambright of LaGrange, Ind., four grandchildren, Shawn (Nicole) Gonser of Wolcottville, Ind., Heather Neiman and her fiancée, Mark Shaver of Rome City, Ind., Brandon (Audra) Lambright of LaGrange, Ind. and Koledon Lambright of Muncie, Ind., five great grandchildren, Caitlyn and Cristyn Gonser, Hannah Lewis, Abigail and Aidon Lambright. A sister, Hilda Hursey preceded Arlene in death. Funeral Services will be held at 1pm on Tuesday, July 23, 2013 at the Frurip-May Funeral Home, 309 West Michigan St., LaGrange, Ind. The Rev. Mike Antal and Rev. Kevin Brower will officiate. Burial will take place at Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange, Ind. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday from 10am until service time. Memorial may be contributed to the Rome City United Methodist Church.

Dangler, Betty J. “Slone” (Hall) - age 59, of South Milford was called home with her family by her side on Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at her South Milford, Indiana home. She was born in Martin, Kentucky on May 5, 1949 to Leslie and Gertrude (Tackett) Hall.  She attended Kendallville High School.  Mrs. Dangler married Don W. Dangler Jr. on November 11, 2003 in Butler, Indiana.  She worked in the same building in Kendallville for 35 years for five different employers; King Seely, Eaton Corp., Teleflex, Siebe and Drivesol until 2007.  Mrs. Dangler was a member of the Harbor of Love Baptist Church in Kendallville. She lived for her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed shopping and flower gardening. Survivors include her Mother, Gertrude and Sam Sawyer of South Milford;  husband, Don W. Dangler Jr. of South Milford; 2 sons and their families, Jerry Napier and fiance Shelly Mahannah and their son Tyler Napier of Kendallville and Terry and Angela Napier with their children Lisa and Kevin Napier of Wolcottville; 3 daughters, Bridgette and Russ Southwood and their children, Sabra and Brent Manns, and Alana Southwood of Avilla and Kim and Matt Green and their children Cameron and Tori Green of Avilla; Leslie and Tommy Sibert and their son Lotus Sibert of Kendallville;  4 brothers, Sheridan and Joyce Hall of Rome City,  Earl and Jewell Bolen of Kendallville, David and Theresa Bolen of Wolcottville, and  Roy Gibson of Kendallville; several nieces and nephews and a close friend, Becky Owens of Kendallville.  She was preceded in death by Shelton Bolen. Visitation will be Friday, August 8, 2008, from 2 to 8 PM at Hite Funeral Home in Kendallville.  Funeral Services will be Saturday, August 9, 2008 at 11 AM at Harbor of Love Baptist Church in Kendallville.  Officiating the funeral service will be Pastor Charles Mosley.  Burial will be at South Milford Cemetery in South Milford, Indiana. Casketbearers will be Josh Bolen, Shane Hall, Tommy Sibert, Matt Green, Russ Southwood, Cameron Green, Brent Manns, Tyler Napier and Kevin Napier.  Honorary Pallbear; Lotus Sibert.  Preferred Memorials may be made to Directed to the Family.  – Noble Co., Indiana Obituary, August 2008

Davis, Mrs. Sam - "SAM DAVIS DEATH OCCURS IN CALIFORNIA" -  Word has been received by a son, Murl Davis of Shipshewana, of the death of Mrs. Sam Davis of San Francisco which occurred in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Florence Hancock, Wednesday morning. Her death followed a stroke suffered Sunday, from which she never regained consciousness. Mrs. Davis was a former resident of Shipshewana where her son and wife still reside in the home of George Truesdale. The funeral service will be held tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. in San Francisco.   Mrs. Davis was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Poynter, life-long residents of Shipshewana, and was married to Mr. Davis about 54 years ago. In 1924 they left Shipshewana to take up their residence in Seattle WA. Mr. Davis passed away in 1927 and a son Orlie of Seattle preceded her in death last fall. Those surviving are two sons; Eric of Seattle and Murl of Shipshewana; three daughters, Mrs. Floss DeRosa, Mrs. Florence Hancock and Mrs. Vera Miller all of San Francisco, and 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.- Contributed to the LaGrange GenWeb by Jim Knowles, Feb. 1943

Davis, Walter E.  -  age 62, of 5835 N 210 W., Howe, Indiana died Tuesday December 9, 2008 at 12:32 P.M. at his residence.  He was born on February 1, 1946 in Greenfield, Ohio to Robert & Sarah Jane (Mootispaw) Davis.  He married Debra Poynter on August 22, 1986 in Howe, Indiana.  Mr. Davis was one of the original investors/owners of the Greenfield Research Industries in Howe, Indiana and was an integral part of the daily operations of the business.  After retiring from GRI, he was a sales associate for the Howe-LaGrange Agency in Howe, Indiana retiring from there in the nineties.  He was a former member of the Howe Lions Club, the Northeast Indiana Real Estate Association, The LaGrange County Sewer Board and the LaGrange County Chamber of Commerce.  After his retirement, he spent his later years with his wife and 3 dogs in Howe, Indiana.  He is survived by his wife - Debra Davis of Howe, Indiana; 2 sons - Mark Allen & (Janet) Davis of Knoxville, Tennessee, Shawn Patrick Davis of Sabina, Ohio; 2 daughters - Alana Michelle & (Richard) Bryant of Greenfield, Ohio and Leann Davis of Hillsboro, Ohio; 1 step-daughter, Michelle Lynn & (Brett) Heffernan of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; 1 brother, John T. & (Lisa) Davis of Midway, Ohio; 6 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceeded in death by his parents, 1 brother, Robert Davis; 2 sisters, Pat Pinwell and Barb Fleming. According to his wishes, cremation will take place.  Memorial Contriburtions may be made to the American Lung Association or to the A.R.K. – LaGrange Co., Indiana Newspaper Obituary, Dec. 2008

Day, John O.  -  age 88, died Sunday December 8th  2013 at Parkview LaGrange Hospital, LaGrange IN.  He was born on April 6th 1925 in Wolcottville, Indiana to Walter Young and Audrey (Day) Garlets.  He was a Veteran of the United States Army Air Core from 1945 to 1947 He was awarded the WWII Victory Metal and the Army of Occupation Metal.  He married Margie Haag on February 14th 1953 in Lapaz, IN. She preceded him in death on September 2nd 2013. He was employed as a Truck Driver for Ohio Fast Freight from 1960 until his retirement in 1993.  He was a member of the American Legion Post #215, VFW, and the Teamsters. He enjoyed collecting tractors, working on  tractors and working on his truck.  He used to race cars and also sponsored drivers.  He is survived by 1 son - Michael & Sandy Day of Ontario, IN.  3 daughters - Danielle & Stephen Loveland of South Milford, IN, Johnnetta Harper of Ontario, IN and Tammaria & Robert William Jr. of Howe, IN.  He is preceded in death by his parents and wife. Visitation will be held Thursday December 12th 2013 from 11 AM to 2 PM at Carney-Frost Funeral Home LaGrange, IN.  The funeral will be held on Thursday at 2 PM immediately following visitation with the Rev. Carldean Merrifield officiating.  Burial will be in Ontario Cemetery, Howe, IN with Military Rights performed by the American Legion Post #215, LaGrange, IN.

Day, Margie P.  -  age 90, died Monday September 2, 2013 at Parkview LaGrange Hospital, LaGrange, IN.  She was born on December 19, 1922 in Mongo, IN to Harley & Edna (Gochenaur) Haag.  She was a veteran of the United States Coast Guard.  She married John Day on February 14, 1953 in Lapaz, IN.  He survives in LaGrange, IN.  Margie loved her family and life in the country.  She enjoyed visiting with family and friends, reading, music, jigsaw puzzles and spoiling her many pets throughout her life.  Some of special vacations were with sisters and brothers to the bunkhouse up north.  She is survived by her husband, 1 son – Michael & Sandy Day of Ontario, IN.  3 daughters – Danielle & Stephen Loveland of South Milford, IN, Johnnetta Harper of Ontario, IN and Tammaria & Robert Williams Jr. of Howe, IN.  1 brother – Ralph "Dean" Haag of Marcellus, MI.  3 sisters – Phyllis & Donald Wilson of Woodburn, IN, Janet & Harvey Miller of LaGrange, IN and Jeanette Sisson of LaGrange, IN.  6 grandchildren – Mark and Matthew Kline, Jason Day, Kaylan Harper, and Conner and Hunter Williams.  4 great-grandchildren – Griffin Day, Logan, Morgan and Hayden Kline.  She was preceded in death by her parents, 5 sisters – Laurine Myers, Dorothy Devlin, Doris Harker, Jean Frutig and infant Ruth.  3 brothers – Harley Haag Jr., Delbert “Sam: Haag and Bud Haag.  According to her wishes cremation will take place.  A graveside burial will be held in Ontario Cemetery on Saturday September 21, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. with military rites performed by the American Legion Post #215. 

Deal, Marian P. -  90, of LaGrange died Wednesday May 30, 2007 at her residence.  Ms. Deal was born on September 22, 1916 in Mongo, IN to Fred G. and Carlie G. (Grubb) Deal; they both precede her in death.  Living her lifetime in LaGrange County she was a paralegal at the law office of Jeffrey A. James in LaGrange, IN, a member of the First United Methodist Church in LaGrange, LaGrange DeLaFayette Chapter of DAR, and the Mu Chapter of Kappa Kappa Kappa Sorority.  She is survived by a brother Albert L. & Connie Deal of Spring Lake, MI, three nieces Ann Vandenberg of Caledonia, MI, Emily Dood of Kalamazoo, MI, and Martha Butler of Grand Rapids, MI.  Funeral services will be held on Saturday June 2, 2007 at 11:00 am at the Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange with Rev. Denise Heller officiating. Visitation will be held from 2-5 pm on Friday June 1, 2007 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange, IN.  Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church, LaGrange, IN. -LaGrange Co., Indiana Obituary

Dearduff, Sue -  age 64, of Sturgis, MI died Saturday July 13, 2013 at Sturgis Hospital, Sturgis, MI.  She was born on February 22, 1949 in Sturgis, MI to Vernie C. & Dorothy B. (Merchant) Saddison.  She was previously employed at Javelin, Kenco and Multiplex as a laborer.  She enjoyed spending time with her family, wood working, crafts, baking and spending time at the lake.  She is survived by;  1 son – Carry Dearduff of Muncie, IN.  4 daughters – Cathy Brammer of Muncie, IN, K ay & Alan Vanderbosch, Sonya Dearduff and Katina Dearduff all of Sturgis, MI.  Carney-Frost Funeral Home, LaGrange, IN.  2 brothers – Terry Saddison and Louis Saddison.  1 sister – Thelma Dillen.  19 Grandchildren – William Fiala, Courtney Miles, Taylor Dearduff, Amber Dearduff, Kayla Berry, Christopher Burkhead, Nikki Prichard, Jason Bickel, Alan Vanderbosch, Ashley Lucas, Bridgett Burkhead, Alexis Vanderbosch, Tyler Dearduff, Megan Rettschlag, Joey Dearduff, Axel Schrader, Kisty Schrader, Kissyfur Dearduff and Honey Wood.  15 great grandchildren – Corey, Kaleb, Camden, Davey, Ava, Indica, Dawson, Alyssa, Nevaeh, Zayden, Zoiee, Jasmine, Mackenzie, Makaylee and James.  2 nephews – Lando Dillen and Jerid Dillen.  3 nieces – Cyndi, Theresa and Kristin.  She was preceded in death by her parents and 1 granddaughter.  Burial will be in Sturgis Cemetery on Saturday July 20, 2013 at 12:00 p.m.  A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday July 20, 2113 at1:00 p.m. at Williams Lake on Krontz Road in Sturgis, MI.  Burial will be in Sturgis Cemetery Sturgis, MI.  

DeRose, Lillian Darlene (Carpenter) - 66, of Boca Raton, FL died Tuesday August 19, 2008 at Hospice by the Sea Care Center in Boca Raton, FL.  Living in Howe, Ind. until 1983, she was a member of the Howe United Methodist Church in Howe and a former employee at Machine Rite in LaGrange, IN. She moved to Boca Raton in 2000 and was a homemaker.  Mrs. DeRose was born on September 16, 1941 in Howe, Ind. to Carl L. and Dorothy V. (Rayner) Carpenter; they both precede her in death.  On May 27, 1978 she married Richard K. DeRose in Howe, IN; he survives in Boca Raton.  Also surviving is a daughter Deborah DeRose-Williams of Boca Raton, FL; a son David Douglas Hoff of Edmonton, KY; a step-daughter Kimberly DeRose of Mishawaka, IN; a step-son and daughter-in-law Jeff & Jackie DeRose of Mishawaka, IN; six grandchildren Blake and Clay Williams, Michael, Elizabeth, and Kaitlyn DeRose and Colton Hoff; two sisters and a brother-in-law Shirley Heupel of Cottleville, MO, and Lois and Ron Hathaway of Bailey, CO; and two brothers and sisters-in-law Richard and Cindy Carpenter of Ledyard, CT and Charles and Carol Carpenter of Galien, MI.  A memorial service will be held on Saturday September 6, 2008 at 1:00 pm at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, IN. Rev. Dewey Miller will officiate the memorial service. Burial of cremains will be in Brighton Cemetery in Howe, IN. Visitation from 11:00 am until the service time on Saturday at the funeral home.  Memorials may be given to Autism Speaks.  – Source:  LaGrange Co., Indiana Obituary, August 2008

Dintaman, Carl E.  -  91, of LaGrange died Thursday April 26, 2007 at the home of his daughter Carol Birky in Goshen, IN.  Carl was born on July 17, 1915 in Wakarusa, IN to George and Edna Pearl (Yoder) Dintaman; they both precede him in death.  Living his lifetime in LaGrange County he was a retired grain and cattle farmer. He was a lifetime member of Shore Mennonite Church in Shipshewana, IN and was active in Church Planting in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and in Kentucky.  On April 4, 1939 he was married to Salina Christner; she preceded him in death on October 21, 1973.  Surviving are three daughters Phyllis Stutzman of Goshen, IN, Carol & Vernon Birky of Goshen, IN, and Pamela Dintaman & Larry Gingrich of Lititz, PA, three sons Philip & Judy Dintaman of Howe, IN, Carl P. & Darlene Dintaman of Goshen, IN, and Stephen & Betsy Dintaman of Klaipeda, Lithuania, fourteen grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a son-in-law Ronald Stutzman, and two sisters Ruth Mishler and Esther Dintaman.  A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday May 2, 2007 at 5:00 pm at Shore Mennonite Church in Shipshewana, IN with Revs. Carl Horner and Brent Eash officiating the services. The burial will be held on May 2, 2007 at 4:00 pm in Shore Cemetery, Shipshewana, IN. There will be visitation from 2-8 pm at the church on Tuesday May 1, 2007.  Memorials may be made to the Shore Mennonite Church or the Amigo Centre of Sturgis, MI. -LaGrange Co., Indiana Obituary

Dolister, JoAnne M. (Sheeley)  -  67, of Shipshewana, died Monday, September 29, 2008 at her residence.  She worked as a vendor at various Flea Markets around the country for 28 years including the Shipshewana Flea Market. She raised her family in Paw Paw, IL; from 1968 to 1980. JoAnne came to the LaGrange County area in 1988 from Illinois.  She was born on March 22, 1941 in Quincy, IL. to the late, Elmer and Ethel (Bangor) Sheeley.   On May 16, 1959 she married Tom R. Dolister in Aurora, IL. He survives in the Shipshewana area.  Also surviving are two daughters and a son-in-law, Sindy and Albert Jacquez of Elkhart, IN; and Susan Cline of LaCrescenta, CA.; three sons and a daughter-in-law, Randy and Joyce Dolister of Lee, IL., Robert Dolister of Edwardsburg, MI. and Rick Dolister of Aurora, IL.; ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild and brother, Eugene Sheeley of Yorkville, IL.  In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no public visitation or funeral services. Arrangements are being handled by Frurip-May Funeral Home, LaGrange, IN. -LaGrange Co., Indiana Obituary

Dulinsky, Joan M.  (Johnloz) -  56, of Wolcottville, IN., died Monday, May 23, 2005, at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home in Fort Wayne, IN.  She was born September 27, 1948 to William Johnloz of Bluffton, IN and the late Faye A. Jackson.
On May 17, 1968 she married Herbert L. Dulinsky in Murry, IN.; he preceded her in death on May 11, 2004. She moved from Bluffton, IN to LaGrange County in 1968. She was an Assistant Manager for S&S Oil Company in Howe, IN.
Surviving are a Daughter and Son-in-law, Tami and Darrell Hudson of Wolcottville, IN, one Son and Daughter-in-law, Troy & Susan Dulinsky of Washington, IL., three Granddaughters, Heather, Carrie and Amanda Sparkman all of Wolcottville, IN., a Brother and Sister-in-law, Richard A. & Betty Johnloz, Sr. of Bluffton, IN.  Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 25th from 4-8pm at the Frurip-May Funeral Home, were Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, May 26th at 1pm. The Rev. Earl Rose will officiate and burial will be at Woodruff Cemetery in rural Wolcottville, IN. Memorials may be directed to Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home, 5910 Homestead Rd., Fort Wayne, IN 46814-LaGrange Co., Indiana Obituary

Dupras, Andre O.  - 80, of LaGrange, IN passed away on Saturday September 3, 2005 at Millers Merry Manor in LaGrange, IN. Mr. Dupras was born on October 16, 1924 in Montreal, Canada to Antonio and Antoinette (Coutlee) Dupras. He was a house painter and had been in the Canadian Navy during World War II. On February 10, 1951 he married Claire D. Leduc in Montreal Canada, she survives. They moved here from Chicago, IL in 2000. He is survived by his wife Claire D. Dupras, 3 daughters Mrs. Richard (Lise) Jarema of Howe, IN, Mrs. Todd (Sylvia) Cockrell of Valparaiso, IN and Jocelyne Garibay of Schererville, IN, 8 grandchildren, and 2 sisters Terese Gilbert and Claire Bourjois; he is preceded in death by his parents and a son Raymond Dupras who passed away in 1981, 3 brothers Jean Marie, Pierre, and Antonio Dupras and his sister Marguerite Frejeau. Services for Mr. Dupras will be held on Wednesday September 7 at 6:00pm at the Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange with visitation from 2 until service time. Pastor Mark Denney will be officiating over the service. Burial will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given to the Alzheimers Association.  -LaGrange Co., Indiana Obituary

Dupras, Claire D. (Leduc) - 80, of LaGrange, IN died Monday, November 17, 2008 at Miller's Merry Manor in LaGrange. Mrs. Dupras moved to LaGrange in 2000 from Midlothian, IL. She had work for World Generators in Chicago and also at Burger King in Alsip, IL. She had attended the LaGrange Church of God.  Mrs. Dupras was born on January 31, 1928 in Montreal, Canada to Arthur and Lea (Guilbeault) Leduc.On February 10, 1951 in Montreal, Canada she married Andre O. Dupras. Mr. Dupras preceded her in death September 3, 2005.  Surviving are three daughters and two sons-in-law, Lise and Richard Jarema of Howe, IN, Sylvie and Todd Cockrell of Valparaiso, IN, and Jocelyne Garibay of Schererville, IN; nine grandchildren; a sister, Pauline Murphy of Canada; and three brothers, Jacquez, Claude, and Raymond Leduc all of Canada.Also preceding her in death were her parents, a son Raymond Dupras in 1981, two sisters, and a brother.  Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 21, 2008 at 6:00 pm at Frurip-May Funeral Home with Rev. Brian VanOsdol officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange, at a later date.Visitation will be at the funeral home from 2 pm until the service time on Friday. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association. – Source: LaGrange Co., Indiana Obituary Nov. 2008

Duzan, Juanita J.  (Bupp) -  71, of LaGrange died Saturday December 16, 2006 at Parkview LaGrange Hospital.  Mrs. Duzan was born on September 16, 1935 in Sturgis, MI to Harvey and Myrtle (Staples) Bupp; they both precede her in death.  Living her lifetime in LaGrange she had worked at Dometic Corporation as a Press Operator for 25 years and had been a nurses aide at Miller’s Merry Manor.  She was married On April 23, 1955 in Howe, IN to Virgil Duzan; he preceded her in death on November 13, 1969.  She is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law Mrs. Darrel (Connie) Halsey of Angola, IN and Debra Duzan of LaGrange, IN, three sons and 2 daughters-in-law Kenneth and Tamra Duzan of LaGrange, IN, Steven and Kathryn Duzan of Wolcottville, IN, and Jeff Duzan of LaGrange, IN, 7 grandchildren Ashley, Aaron, Andrew, Thomas, Kalie, and Jeffrey Duzan and Amber Halsey, a brother Harvey Bupp of Sturgis, MI, and five sisters Virginia Lough of Sturgis, MI, Gladys Nelson of LaGrange, IN, Lois Wurtsburgh of Centreville, MI, Naomi Shotzman of Sturgis, MI and Arlene Livingston of Sturgis, MI. She is also preceded in death by two brothers Kenneth and Claude Bupp and a sister Esther Groves.  Services will on Tuesday December 19, 2006 at 10:00 am at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange with Rev. Mike Hamm officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday December 18th from 5-8 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange, IN.  Memorials may be made to the LaGrange County Cancer Society.  -LaGrange Co., Indiana Obituary

Dykstra, Clarence "Dyke" - 87, of Zephyrhills, FL died Monday July 7, 2008 at Heritage Park Nursing Home in Dade City, FL.  Dyke lived in LaGrange from 1980 until 1986. He came from Plymouth, IN and moved to Florida in 1986. He was a Golf Course Superintendent.  Mr. Dykstra was born on March 8, 1921 in Racine, WI to Thomas and Cora (Post) Dykstra. On May 29, 1943 he married Elaine R. Campbell in Racine, WI; Mrs. Dykstra preceded him in death on March 6, 2002.  Surviving are two daughters, Laura J. Dykstra of Ann Arbor, MI, and Nancy J. Williams of Princeton, NJ; seven sons and five daughters-in-law, Mark T. Dykstra of Sarasota, FL; Dr. Robert A. and Diane Dykstra, Dr. Thomas P. and Emily Dykstra, and Timothy J. Dykstra all of Fort Wayne, IN; John C. and Maggie Dykstra of Eden Prairie, MN; Gary J. and Kim Dykstra of Atlanta, GA, and Jay D. and Erinn Dykstra of Manchester, CT; eighteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Clare Purnell of Lake Geneva, WI, and Nell Hile of Racine, WI; and four brothers, Rein Dykstra of Sturtevant, WI; Thomas Dykstra and Si Dykstra both of Racine, WI and Andy Dykstra of Pawley's Island, SC.  Preceding him in death were his parents, his wife, and three sisters.  A funeral service will be held on Monday, July 14, 2008 at 10:00 am at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, IN with Rev. Fred Haseke officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, LaGrange, IN. Visitation will be held from 2-5 pm on Sunday July 13, 2008 at the funeral home.  Memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation. – Obituary in the "LaGrange Standard," from July 7, 2008, Indiana    

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