All Obituaries

Manuel Palacios, Sr, October 11 1933 ~ September 23 2020. On September 23, 2020. Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather had to say goodbye. God called him home. Manuel was born in Laredo, Texas to Simon and Guadalupe Palacios. He met the love of his life Josefina and they have celebrated 66 years of marriage. They have four children together Manuel (Jewel) Palacios, Jr, Javier (Kelly) Palacios, Josefina (Juan) Sanchez and Alfredo (Merida) Palacios. They have...

Grace Ruth Muenich (nee Schrum), granddaughter of Region pioneers, passed away peacefully in her home with family at her side early September 13, 2020. She was 108 years old. Remaining true to her German farmer roots, Grace always maintained that the secret to longevity was to live a life filled with hard work. She is survived by her daughter Carol, grandchildren James (Julie) and Chrissy (Jordan), great grandson James, numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews, and her caregiver and companion...

Kenneth A. Parsley of Hammond, IN passed away on September 11, 2020.  He is survived by his daughter, Jacqueline (Jason) Rivera; His three grandchildren Aiden, Adriana & Aubrey; mother, Leona Parsley; brother, Jerry (Mary) Parsley; uncle, Ken (Paulette) Rogers; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Kenneth was preceded in death by his father, Boyd Parsley. Kenneth enjoyed participating in Antique shows and loved listening to his music.  

Jeremiah Allen Mauraides received his angel wings on September 11, 2020.  He is survived by his Parents Jasmin and Darrell, Grandparents and many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.  

Dios te viò cansada, Hizo lo que pensò mejor para ti; Puso Sus brazos alrededor de ti Y dijo, "Ven y descansa." Abriò arriba Sus rejas doradas En un dìa tan doloroso para nosotros Y con Sus brazos alrededor  de ti Suabemente te protegiò. Rompiò nuestros corazones al perderte No fuiste sola; Una parte de tus hijos se fuè contigo El dìa que DIOS te  llamò a su lado . Por nueve meses me...

Arlene M. Yeager nee Scherette, age 88, of Hammond, IN, passed away peacefully Friday, August 28, 2020. Beloved mother of Thomas “Tom” (Lillian Sajdyk) Yeager. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years Terry Kenneth Yeager, her parents Leo and Cecilia Scherette, and her brothers Ronald and Gene (late Betty) Scherette. Arlene was a region resident her entire life, graduating from East Chicago Washington High School. She retired from Sears in 1977. She was an animal...

Ronald E. Newton, 79, passed away Friday, August 21, 2020 at Community Hospital in Munster, Indiana. Ronald was born June 23, 1941 in Portsmouth, Ohio, the son of the late Burton Newton and Mary Newton nee Eba. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Delila “Liza” Newton nee Skeens. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Zachary.  Ronald Graduated in 1959 from Portsmouth High school. He served in the Navy from 1959 to 1962. He retired from J.B. Hunt as a...

Elizabeth “Betsey” Hartigan nee Walker, age 90, a lifelong resident of Hammond, Indiana, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2020. She is survived by a son David (Connie) of Boise, Idaho; grandchildren Tiffany and Jeffrey; sister-in-law Mary Hartigan of California, brother-in-law Terry (Eunice) Hartigan of California; several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband Wayne in 1985. In accordance with Betsey's wishes, she will be cremated, and there will be no funeral. A...

Gregory S. Spencer, age 60, passed away August 25, 2020.  He is survived by his children; Rosie Reeves, Todd Martinez, Joseph(Gerri) Spencer and Amber York; His siblings; Linda Reeves, Jeff Spencer and Jesse Spencer; Several Grandchildren; and his best friend Zachary Scott Spencer.  Preceded in death by his parents Geneva(Donald) York, son Gregory, and his brother Dwayne. Gregory was formerly employed by Youngstown Sheet and Tube.  He was a proud member of the National...

Beth Ann Carter age 75 of Hammond, IN passed away on Saturday August 1, 2020.  She is survived by her sons; Brian Carter, Pierce Carter and Kirk Carter; brother, Mark Morrison;  beloved pets; Holly, Buddy and Harry Caray.  Preceded in death by her parents Edward and Evelyn Morrison and husband Charles D. Carter. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday August 5th, 2020 at 10:00a.m., with Rev. James Williams officiating.  Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in...