Lisa Renee Darcusio, 58, of La Porte, Indiana, formerly of New Jersey, passed away Monday, March 11th, 2024 at Community Hospital Munster, IN. 

 

She was born March 23rd, 1965 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, the daughter of Ruth (Garrison) Slocum.

 

Lisa lived in La Porte for the past 3 years. Her faith and love for God were strong, never doubting that His plan guided her life and brought her through many difficult times. Lisa lived and loved with great strength and spirit. As a child, she learned to craft and make jewelry while on long stays in the hospital due to a lifelong illness. She mastered those skills along with becoming an expert cake decorator. She enjoyed giving gifts and used her talents throughout her life to bless her friends and family with offerings that showcased her artistic flair. Lisa was also known for her cooking and loved when folks gathered to eat and celebrate. Lisa was happiest with animals. She studied to be a vet tech and raised many dogs over the years, calling all of them her “babies.” She is survived by her last three, Tiana, Adonis, and Moana. She dreamed of opening a rescue farm with her sister. With love and kindness, Lisa took care of both of her grandmothers in their golden years, knowing that this was part of God's plan. She was loved and cherished by many and will be greatly missed by all whose lives she touched.

 

Lisa is survived by her sisters, Danielle (Gregg Hertzlieb) Ren Hertzlieb of La Porte, IN, Jacqueline (Wilfredo) Millan of Stroudsburg, PA; brother, Bruce Small of Egg Harbor Township, NJ; lifelong friends and "sisters" Florence (Dennis) Lloyd of Egg Harbor Township, NJ, Norma Giambrone of York, PA; nieces, Michelle (George) Tokarski, Heather (Marc White) Bristol, Selena (Adderly Paula) Millan-Paula; nephews Michael Small, Robert Small.

 

Lisa was preceded in death by her mother and by her beloved partner of 30 years, Brian K. Edwards.

 

Arrangements are being entrusted to Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 602 Maple Ave., La Porte, IN. Cremation will take place.

 

Memorial contributions may be made in Lisa's name to the animal rescue of your choice.

 

Online condolences may be made at www.haverstockfuneralhome.com.