Obituaries

Feb 20, 2021

Sondra J. Welch, age 82 of Hammond, IN passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2021.  She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Elmo; daughter, Brenda (Scott Alsip) Welch; grandson, Derik (Rosemary) Masepohl; sisters: Donna Hasten, Joyce Doughty and Janice Hansen; Half sisters: Lilly Wagonblast and Harriet Elea; and great granddaughter, Lola Jean-Marie.  Sondra was preceded in passing...

Feb 16, 2021

Alberto "Beto" Garcia Jr., age 66 of Hobart passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021.

He is survived by his siblings: Grace (Armando) Valenzuela, Irene Wilson, Dora (Al) Zakarias, Maria Esther (Jesse) Hernandez, David Garcia, Angelina (Manuel) Rivera, Irma (late Federico Jr.) Flores, Maria Elena (Rex) Anderson and Lucia (Rolando) Alvarez; fond uncle of numerous nieces and nephews;...

Feb 15, 2021

Jean Springer nee Golab, age 84 of Robertsdale, IN passed away Monday, February 15, 2021.  Jean is survived by her sons; Kevin (Pamela) Springer of Indianapolis, IN., Brian Springer of Robertsdale, IN. and Ken (Ann Broeker) Springer of Alexandria, VA.; grandchildren: Abigail, Hannah, and Lillian Springer; and numerous nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in passing by her husband,...

Feb 12, 2021

Warren F. Stawitcke Sr. age 91, of Whiting, IN passed away on Friday, February 12, 2021.  Warren is survived by his sons: Warren (Pam) Stawitcke Jr. and Claude (Tracy) Holifield; his grandchildren: Heather, Christopher, Kevin, Christi and Stacy; and his great grandchildren: Donald, Cameron, Madison, Avriana, Everley, Isaac, Aubrey, Logan and Harper. He was preceded in passing by his...

Feb 8, 2021

Isaiah "Ike" Johnson, age 67, of Hammond, IN., passed away February 8, 2021 at his home.

Ike is survived by his nephew, David W. (Drenda L.) Thomas; niece, Peggy Sue Gorecki; nephew, Eugene R. Powers; sister-in-law, Sue Johnson; friend, Peter E. (Debbie) Krukowski; and his great nephews: Mark C. Moes, Jennifer Moes, Timmy (Emily) Thomas, David (Sherrironica)...

Jan 29, 2021

Noel Rak, age 71, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 29, 2021. He leaves behind his brothers Guy (Joanne) Rak of Whiting, Indiana and Joel Rak of Chicago, Illinois, and his sister Sue Rak of Hammond, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Mary Rak, his brothers Bruce Rak of Hammond, Indiana...

Jan 23, 2021

Liam Michael Niklaus Nieves, of Hammond, Indiana was born into heaven on Saturday, January 23, 2021.

Beloved son of Margarita R. Nieves and Chris M. Nieves. Cherished brother of Priscilla Nieves, Chris Nieves and Julian Nieves. Dearest grandson of Juan and Linda Vargas, and Jimmy Nieves. Adored nephew of numerous aunts and uncles, and cousin to many....

Jan 23, 2021

Armando Luis Mireles, age 76, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021 due to complications of Covid-19.

Armando is survived by his son, Michael Mireles; his two grandchildren, Michael Jr. and Luna (Chad Thoren); his siblings: Linda (Alfredo) Celestin, Wanda Vilma (Steve) Cavazos, Victor (Lynda) Mireles, Ray (Dolly) Mireles and Manuel (Marie) Mireles; numerous nieces and nephews.  He...

Jan 13, 2021

James "Jim" E.  Riley, age 74, of Hammond, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 12, 2021. Beloved husband of 47 years to Sylvia K. Riley nee Stemper. Devoted father of James (Lauren) Riley II and Kevin (Desiree) Riley. Proud grandfather of Naomie Riley, Sarah Riley and Brittany Riley. Fond uncle of numerous nieces and nephews. Friend to his dogs...

Jan 10, 2021

Curtis W. Gullett, age 92 of Hammond, Indiana passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2021.  Curtis is survived by his children: Sue Holland, Deborah (Robert) Comley, Sue (Gary) Helton, Leah (Jeff) Thornley and Sheila (Craig) Gibbs; siblings: Fern Oaks and Peg (Hubert) Ware; longtime companion, Bobette McCall; and his dog, Peanut. Curtis was a Grandfather and a  great-grandfather to...

Jan 7, 2021

Otis Eugene Howard, age 60 of Hammond, IN. passed away on January 7, 2021.  Otis is survived by his children: Otis L. (fiancé Gitaura Wade) Granberry, Edgard E. Howard, Aradine (Tyion) Grayson, Osha Rogers and Darrius Coleman; his special children; Gejuan Howard, Quanee A. Granberry and Chanel Coleman; his siblings: Milton Howard, Frank Howard, Willie Howard and Janette Howard...

Dec 25, 2020

Dana W. O'Neal-Best, age 57 of Hammond, Indiana passed away December 25, 2020 in Hobart, Indiana.

God sent out an S.O.S. looking for one of his best creations to return home. So, on December 25, 2020, in the earliest hours of Christmas morning, Dana O'Neal-Best answered that call to leave her vessel here on earth and start...

Dec 25, 2020

Ann M. Frangello, age 69 of Knox, IN passed away December 25, 2020 in Munster, IN.

Ann is survived by her son, Dale A. (Elvyra) Hindson; grandchildren: Jessica Hindson, Aaron Hindson, Tabitha Hindson, Joshua (Pam) Hindson, and Emma Hindson; siblings: Joyce (David) Smith, Janene (Joe) Rossi, Ralph (Beverly) Mulvihill and Lindsay Kilpatrick; nieces and nephews: Eric Smith,...

Dec 19, 2020

Timothy Danzell McHenry "Timmy the Tooth" aged 25, passed away December 19, 2020.

Timothy leaves behind his loving mother, Donna (Johnathan); sisters: Whitney (Richard), Tonyla and Ashley; brothers: Eric (Vanessa), Tevin; father, Anthony; brothers: Antoine, Tony, Shawn, John, Deanthony, Christian and Cameron; grandmothers, Barbara (Albert) and Leola; Grandfather, Frank (Minnie); his fiancé, Deshanae and their son, Aydien;...

Dec 19, 2020

Dean "Scott" Bates, age 54, passed away in his home Saturday, December 19, 2020 in Hammond, Indiana.  Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Shirley J. Bates nee Moran; his siblings, Diane (Dan) Hodge of Rensselaer, Indiana, Dawn Bates of Colorado, Chad Bates of Hammond, Indiana; uncle, George Bates; aunt, Sandra (late Fred) Urbanski; nieces and nephews, Jennifer,...

Dec 12, 2020

Aaron F. Fuerte, age 33 of East Chicago, IN passed away on Saturday, December 12, 2020.

Aaron is survived by his parents, Alfonso Fuerte of East Chicago, IN. and his mother, Aida Fuerte nee Galvan of Austin, TX.; siblings: Melissa Galvan, Daniel (Crystle) Galvan and Jesse Fuerte; many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends; and his dog companion,...

Dec 10, 2020

John Kennerk, age 74 of Lynwood, IL passed away December 10, 2020.  John is survived by his wife of 46 years, Anne Kennerk nee Creevy; children Cathy (Allen) Forbes, Jack (Molly) Kennerk, Phillip (Amy) Kennerk and Steve Kennerk; siblings, Judy (late Pete) Finke, Harry (Linda) Kennerk, Hannah (late Dick) Wilson, Steve (Carol) Kennerk, Dan (Sally) Kennerk and Tom Kennerk;...

Dec 2, 2020

Arnold "Arnie" Michael Zingo, Age 81 of Hammond, U.S. Army Veteran, passed away Wednesday December 2, 2020.  He is survived by his children; Mark B. Zingo of Henderson, NV, Barbara (Sean) Blashill of Valparaiso, IN and Brian M. (Ashley) Zingo of Granger, IN; his sister, Sharon (late Paul) Klus; his grandchildren: Megan Zingo, Michael Zingo, Carter Blashill, Kennedy Blashill,...

Nov 25, 2020

Pamela S. Diaz age 67 of Hammond, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, November 25, 2020.  She is survived by her Children Keith (Shaydra) Domagalski and Shellie Dye; grandchildren: Michael, Logan, Matthew, Jacob, Collin, Jeremy, Jax, Lilliann and Anabelle; great granddaughter Aleeyah; sister Pat (late Jim) Whitaker; and by her companion Kevin Pazor. Pamela was preceded in death by her...

Nov 21, 2020

Anton Wayne Maleckar was born on July 13, 1947 and passed away on November 21, 2020 in Dyer, Indiana. Anton, or "Tony" as he was known, is survived by five children: Robert (Socorro) Maleckar, Tammy (Kenneth) Worgan, Millie (Mark Tishey) Maleckar, Spring Maleckar, and Barbara (Santos) Corpus; six grandchildren: Melissa Maleckar, Amber (Jesse) David, Brittany (Brandon) Hutchison, Jonathan Maleckar,...