John W. Mihich, JR, age 24, of Munster, passed away unexpectedly after a lifelong illness Tuesday, July 31, 2012. Beloved Son of John W. and Nancy J. (Lampitt) Mihich, SR. Loving Brother of Rachel E. Mihich, Sarah E. Mihich, and Martha M. Mihich. Special Friend of Dan (Peggy) Vidt, Ann (Andy) Delchambre and their kids Vincent and Micah Delchambre, D.J. (Dawn) Vidt and their kids Abigail and Daniel Vidt. Dearest Nephew of Linda (John) Vajda, Sandy Jaremczuk, Mike (Audrey) Mihich, Michelle (Don) Cronch, Ben (Kim) Lampitt, and David (Chiko) Lampitt. Cherished Cousin to many. John graduated with a BS in computer graphic tech / animation from Purdue in Lafayette. He played the Euphonium at Memorial Junior High in Lansing, Munster High School, and Purdue. John always committed 100% and gave 1000%. He was loved by many and will be missed by more. Friends are invited to meet with the family on Saturday, August 4, 2012 from 10 AM until time of Memorial Service at 11 AM at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 7227 Hohman Ave., Hammond with Rev. Karl Frincke, officiating. Interment Private. Services entrusted to LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME, 6955 Southeastern Ave. Hammond. Memorials may be made to Lurie Children's Hospital, Riley children's Foundation, or the Church. For further information regarding services, please contact LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME at 219/ 845-3600.