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Joann Stanly Obituary

Joann J. Stanly, 89, of La Porte passed away peacefully at 11:17 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2025, at Northwest Health-Porter.

She was born on Sept. 21, 1935, in Michigan City to Arthur and Lola (Lyon) LaBorn.

On May 25, 1956, in the Presbyterian Church in Michigan City, Joan married her high school sweetheart, Ray Stanley, who preceded her in death.

Surviving is her daughter, Connie Stanley; one son, Scott (Cheryl) Stanley; two granddaughters, Kylie (Greg) Larson and Kristin (Alex) Berce; and great-grandchildren, Neil Larson, Claire Larson, Owen Berce and Lewis Berce.

She was also preceded by her beloved sisters, Ann McKee, Norma Schultz, Ellen Benca and Grace Gruenberg; beloved brothers, Harvey LaBorn and George LaBorn; as well as all of her pets through her life that she loved so much.

At Joann's request, there will be no service. Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, 247 W. Johnson Rd, La Porte, 219-362-3100, is caring for the arrangements.

Please send condolences to the family at www. LakeviewFHC.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Michiana Humane Society, 722 Hwy. 212, Michigan City, IN, 46360, and/or to a charity of the donor's choice, in memory of Scott and Connie's mother and best friend, Joann Stanley.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by La Porte County Herald-Dispatch on Jan. 31, 2025.

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Laurie Hallin Jones

January 31, 2025

I'm so sorry for your loss, Connie and Scotty. As it is a loss to all of us in the family. My heart and thoughts are with you at this time. Aunt Joanie is with her beloved husband, my Uncle Ray. Love, Laurie Hallin Jones

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