All Obituaries

Jeanette Feiertag died peacefully in her sleep on June 18, 2020, in DeKalb, Ill., having lived on this earth for 95 years and one day. Jeanette was born June 17, 1925, at her home in Hammond, Ind., to Henry C. Meincke and Augusta (Wilkening) Meincke. Jeanette was the youngest of seven children, including Henry, twins Arthur and Walter, Ruth, and twins Edna and Esther. Walter, Edna and Esther died as young children. Jeanette was baptized as an infant at St. John Lutheran Church in Whiting,...

Patricia J. Houk of Hammond, Indiana. passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at the age of 68. Patty was born in Hammond, Indiana to the late Ivan and Betty Houk. She is survived by her two sons: Matthew (Melissa) Houk and Jay (Sylvia) Houk. Grandchildren: Christopher (Faith, Fiancée) Houk, Tyler and Serenity Houk. Sister: Debbie (Bill) Conover and Nieces Michelle (Tom) Smith and Melissa Conover. Aunt Marilyn and Tom Hough and numerous cousins. Patty worked as a secretary at The Hammond...

Margaret Spisak, age 77 of Demotte passed away peacefully on Friday June 5, 2020. Margaret was born in East Chicago, Indiana and was a graduate of George Washington High School. Margie worked at Indiana University and later at Inland Steel Company where she retired after 30 years of service. Margie was also a licensed cosmetologist. Margie had many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins, who will treasure their memories of time with Margie. Margie also cherished the many lifetime friendships...

Jackie was born November 21, 1971 and departed her life Sunday, May 24, 2020 being only 48 years old. Jackie’s hometown was Burlington Wisconsin and lived in Hammond Indiana. The daughter of late Leo Bonn and late Joan Steinhoff. She was united in the marriage on July 26,2010 to Daniel Culver. Jackie is survived by 1 son Justin Bonn and 4 step-son, Jason Nelson, Danny Dozier, Daniel Culver and Jonathon Culver. 2 siblings Catherine Bonn and Lora Bonn. Also 2 sisters-in-law Dorothea (Bryon)...

Paul "Paulie" J. Rickert, age 54, went home to be with Jesus on Thursday, May 14, 2020. Paulie was born on February 12th, 1966 in Chicago, IL to Virginia V. Rickert. He leaves behind his good friends Kathy Jo Poe, Patrick Poe along with their daughter Aarica Poe of Hammond, IN. Paul is also survived by his brothers Tim Rickert of Dalton, GA and Daniel Kord of Youngsville, LA, and his nephews Tim Johnson of Resaca, GA, Brian Johnson of Loudon, TN, Michael Kirkland of North Charleston, SC,...

George “Jim” “Slim” “Papa” James Kizman came into the world Father’s Day June 16, 1940 in Chicago IL. He was the second child of George James Kizman and Ann Mary (Paskus) Kizman. He went to be with the Lord on May 12, 2020 after a long courageous battle with cancer and other issues. He was proud of and loved his family. He left behind to miss him his loving wife of 57 years Sandra Joan (Pauley) Kizman. His three children, Richard James and Barbara Joyce (Maury) Kizman, Bonnie...

Nikolaos Petros Argyropoulos was born in Soulari, Arcadia, Greece on August 10, 1938 and passed away in Crown Point, Indiana on Monday, May 11, 2020. He was 81 years old. He served conscription in Greece for 2 years. He enjoyed watching wrestling, war movies and soccer. He was from Hammond, Indiana and formerly of Hegewisch and was active with Assumption Greek Orthodox Church. Nikolaos is survived by his children Petros Argyropoulos and Ioanna (Antonio) Reyna. His grandchildren Nicholas and...

Elizabeth “Betsey” Hartigan nee Walker, age 90, a lifelong resident of Hammond, IN, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2020. She is survived by a son David (Connie) of Boise, ID; grandchildren Tiffany and Jeffrey; sister-in-law Mary Hartigan of CA, brother-in-law Terry (Eunice) Hartigan of CA; 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 Memorial Service will be held at a...

Margie R. Sweeney, age 87, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, May 05, 2020. Margie was born on August 02, 1932 in Greenville, Kentucky to Noah Sweeney and Maude Sweeney nee Brasher. She will be deeply missed by his many friends and family. Burial was held at Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville, Kentucky. Arrangements were entrusted to LaHayne Funeral Home, 6955 Southeastern Avenue, Hammond, Indiana 46324. For further information, please contact LaHayne Funeral Home at 219/ 845-3600. ...

Sherry L. Beeson nee Davis, age 59, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2020. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 29 years, Larry Beeson, her parents Howard and Selma Davis, and her brothers, Howard Jr and Edward. Sherry is survived by her devoted brothers and sisters; Walter Davis, Donna Davis Harris, Judy Davis, Peggy (David Sr) Peterson and Ronald (Tammy) Davis. Her dearest goddaughter, Samantha; and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great...