Erna Yarck
Jun 10, 2026
Erna Yarck, born April 4, 1920, in Hammond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026, in Valparaiso, Indiana at the age of 106. She was a beloved woman whose life was marked by warmth, kindness, and a profound dedication to her faith and family.
A lifelong Christian, Erna faithfully attended the chapel service every Saturday at Valparaiso Care and Rehab,...
Michael N. Malone
Jun 8, 2026
Michael N. Malone, born November 1, 1980, passed away on June 8, 2026. Though his time was brief, Michael’s life was marked by kindness and a spirited engagement with the world around him.
Michael pursued his education at The Art Institute Miami Dade College, reflecting a deep appreciation for creativity and design. His professional journey included roles as a Security Guard...
George J. Boldi, Jr.
Jun 3, 2026
George J. Boldi, Jr., of Calumet Township, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
George is survived by his children: George J. (Lynn) Boldi III, Deanna (Henry) Van Dyke, David Boldi and Joseph (Jennifer) Boldi; grandchildren: James, Chandler, Elizabeth, Olivia, Kiley, George IV, Gabriella, Ivy, Jacob; great grandson, Hayden; sisters: Judy Park and Orlaina Francis. He was preceded in passing by...
Mary A. Wong
May 23, 2026
Mary A. Wong, 94, of Munster, IN, passed away peacefully on Saturday May 23, 2026
Mary is survived by her children: Dr. Cathy Wong (John Smolnicky, DDS), Helen Mehok, JD (Emery Mehok), Patty Nuzzo (Joe Traina) and Peter Wong, JD; her granddaughter, Nicole Nuzzo; grand dogs: Hector and Tootsie Roll; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in her passing by...
Dawna L. Satterfield
May 17, 2026
Dawna L. Satterfield passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the age of sixty-seven.
Dawna was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers: David and Doug. She is survived by her daughter, Nicole Satterfield; and her sister, Diane Satterfield, who remains a source of support and care throughout Nicole's life.
Nicole, being raised by her Uncle David and Aunt...
Mark T. Lee
May 8, 2026
Mark T. Lee, age 66, of Hammond, IN, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026.
Mark is survived by his son, Jeremy (Amanda) Lee; wife, Maureen Luchene; stepdaughter, Allison Luchene; grandchildren: Aubrey and Jeremy Jr.; brother, Michael (Tina) Lee; nephew, Paul Lee. Mark was preceded in passing by his father, Hollis Lee; mother, Roberta Polite and stepfather, Bill Polite.
Friends are invited...
Joseph Anthony Grubesic
May 4, 2026
Joseph Anthony Grubesic, age 62, of Hammond, IN, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026.
Joe is survived by his daughter, Kaitlin (Brandon) Barehead; siblings: Marianne (John) Schriver, Carolyn (Brian) Brogdon and Donna Pattri; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in passing by his parents: Joseph and Betty Grubesic; and his brother, David Grubesic.
Joe was a huge Chicago...
Sue A. Haney
Apr 25, 2026
Sue A. Haney, age 87, of Hammond, IN, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Sue is survived by her daughters: Rhonda Evans and Kim Haney (Kim Macchiarella); grandchildren: twins: Jim (Lauren) Evans and Ron (Brittany) Evans, Stephanie Evans; great granddaughters: Harper Evans and Penelope Evans. Sue was preceded in passing by her parents: Oscar and Iva Milliner; husband, Ronald Haney;...
Daniel Charles McCabe
Apr 4, 2026
Munster Donut lost its most loyal customer on April 4, 2026. After 11 years of kicking cancer’s butt, Daniel Charles Patrick McCabe felt generous, so he decided to call it a stalemate.
Dan entered the world with a permanent chip on his shoulder, having been the second person born in Anaconda, Montana, on January 1st, 1953, to the loving (and likely...
Azucena R. Martinez
Mar 9, 2026
Azucena R. Martinez, age 93, of Hammond, IN, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026.
Azucena is survived by her children: Blanca Conrad, Joseph (Rosario) Martinez, Graciela (late Philip) Brewer and Tony (Lynnette) Martinez; grandchildren: James, Thomas, Emily, Victoria, Andres Sr., Juan Jr., Blanca Rosa, Camryn, Mallory, Hanna and Justin; many great and great-great grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins. She was...
Jacqueline L. Estep
Mar 3, 2026
Jacqueline L. Estep, 89, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026. Born on January 20, 1937, in Hammond, Indiana, she spent her life surrounded by the warmth of family and friends, and her legacy will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Jacqueline retired from U-Haul Tap-A-Lite after a fulfilling career, cherishing the...
David Quail
Feb 26, 2026
David M. Quail, age 66, passed away on Thursday, February 26,2026.
David is survived by his son, Joseph Quail; grandson: Joseph Wilder Quail; brothers: Steven (Noreen) Quail and Michael (Murphy) Quail; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in passing by his parents: LeRoy and Esther Quail; sister, Debra; brother, Richard.
David was a retired Carpenter. He loved fishing and riding motorcycles.
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Darene C. Dorton
Feb 13, 2026
Darene is survived by her husband of 46 years, Darryl Dorton; her children: Marissa Dorton and Ariel (Gregory) Flores; granddaughter, Autumn Flores; her sister, Leigh Dettmering; niece, Jan; nephews: Daniel and Charles; cherished friend Georgia Allen; her feline companions: Pheonix, TC, Muffin and Allie. Darene was preceded in passing by her parents: Orville and Mary Dettmering; and her sisters: Donna...
John E. Cory, Sr.
Jan 26, 2026
John E. Cory, Sr., age 96, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026.
John is survived by his children: John E. (Jack) & Gayle Cory, Jr., and Jackie & Lloyd Mulvihill. His Grandchildren: Amy & Tom Ingram, Tracy & Dan Igras, Jake & Lisa Cory, Mark & Allison Cory, Amanda & Derek Wartman and Shannon Mulvihill and her...
Rhonda Rae (Stephenson) Rettig
Jan 25, 2026
Rhonda Rae Rettig (nee Stephenson), 72, passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026, at St. Mary's Hospital in Hobart, IN.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years Bob Rettig of Hammond, IN; her daughter Ashley (Don) Jarvey of Hammond, IN; two sisters Sandy Goldston of Knoxville, TN and Mary (James) Craft of Palmyra, VA, two brothers Ron (Donna) of...
Kenneth C Culver
Jan 20, 2026
Kenneth Culver, age 71, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Kenny is survived by: Tommy (Lisa Chen) Culver, David Culver, Danny Culver, Merri (Gary) Luce and Dorothea (Bryon) Higginbotham; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in passing by his father, Tommy Culver; mother, Georgia Farabee; and siblings: Kathy, Linda, Buddy and Janice....
John C. Theis, Jr.
Jan 2, 2026
John C. Theis, Jr. age 85, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026.
John is survived by his daughter, Mary Jane "MJ" (son in law, Jerry) Poracky; grandchildren: Thomas (Laura) Poracky and Kristen (Anthony) La Rocca; great grandchildren: Landon, Sydney and Sevastian. He was preceded in passing by his parents: John and Thelma Theis; son, John C....
Randal "Randy" Kent Jackman
Dec 26, 2025
Randal "Randy" Kent Jackman, age 65, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025.
Randy is survived by his children: Amanda (Jorge Solis) Jackman and Randall Jackman; grandchildren: Lilliana, Lynnette, Laila, Daniela and Mateo; his mother, Bonnie Jackman; sister, Ronda (Bob) Hussey; Roger (Debbye) Jackman; fiancée, Linda Maksimik; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in passing by...
Billie Wayne Nelson, Sr.
Dec 22, 2025
Billie Wayne Nelson Sr., age 68, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away December 22, 2025. He was born on January 4, 1957, at St. Catherine's Hospital in East Chicago.
Bill was a lifelong resident of the Hammond area and attended Hammond Technical Vocational High School. He spent many of his professional years working as an Electric Motor Mechanic,...
Johnny Boles
Dec 13, 2025
On Saturday, our beloved John Boles went to be with his Lord and Savior. He is now resting in the arms of Jesus, which was his life-long dream. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and loved by so many.
Johnny is survived by his children: James (Cynthia) Boles, Angela (Jack) Walk and Belinda...
