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Barbara "Barb" J. Baughman

Barbara "Barb" J. Baughman

Aug 14, 2019

Barbara "Barb" J. Baughman nee Shavey, age 84, of Hammond, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2019.

Loving mother of Deborah (Frank) Glanowski, Pamela Campbell, Kevin (Ray) Campbell and Sheila (Craig) Gibbs. Cherished sister of Audrey Wheeler, Dolly Vavrek, Butch (Shali) Shavey, John Shavey and Fred (Kathy) Shavey. Proud Grandmother of Erica (Rich) Fisher, Phil (Jen)...

Harold  Rufus Hull,  Jr

Harold Rufus Hull, Jr

Aug 13, 2019

Harold Rufus Hull, Jr, age 79, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on the evening of Tuesday, August 13, surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his tow loving children, Michael Hull and Elizabeth Hull, his three grandchildren, Natori Hull, Michael Hull and Hazel Hull, as well as many nieces and nephews.

He is...

Raymond  "Ray" Rosales,  Jr

Raymond "Ray" Rosales, Jr

Aug 11, 2019

Raymond "Ray" Rosales JR, passed away on August 11, 2019 while surrounded by those who love him most.

Ray is proceeded in death by his parents, Raymond Rosales SR and Micaela Valdevinos and his beautiful daughter Ramona Rosales.

Ray is survived by his loving and caring wife, Linda Ann Rosales of 37 years and his...

Donald "Don" E. Geib

Donald "Don" E. Geib

Jul 28, 2019

Donald E. Geib, age 77, of Calumet City, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 28, 2019.

Beloved husband for 45 years to Elfrieda "Chris" Geib nee Mayr. Loving father of Karl Geib. Cherished brother of Harry (Mary) Hassen. Proud grandfather of 4. Dearest great-grandfather of 6. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.

He...

Lois  June Spotten

Lois June Spotten

Jul 27, 2019

Lois J. Spotten nee Berdine, age 90, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 27, 2019.

Loving mother of Jeffrey "Jeff" (Vicki) Spotten, Randall "Randy" (Kris) Spotten and Scott Spotten. Cherished sister of Ronnie (Margene) Berdine. Proud grandmother of Brett (Sarah) Spotten, DJ Spotten and Christina (Tom) Jewell. Dearest great-grandmother of Hailey, Scarlet, Luca and...

Baby  Gisselle Reed

Baby Gisselle Reed

Jul 15, 2019

Baby Gisselle Reed was born into heaven on Monday, July 15, 2019. She leaves behind her mommy Emily V. Erenberg and her daddy Anthony D. Reed. Funeral Services were entrusted to the LaHayne Funeral Home, 6955 Southeastern Avenue, Hammond, Indiana 46324. For further information regarding arrangements, please contact the LaHayne Funeral Home at 1-219-845-3600.

No Service Monday, July...

Steve  A Demoff

Steve A Demoff

Jul 10, 2019

Steve A. Demoff, age 71, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2019 with his loving family by his side. He is survived by his wife, Jodie Mae Demoff (Jewett); children: Brian (Alicyn) Demoff, Stephanie Demoff, Anna Sherron, Danielle (Ryan) Kornaus; grandchildren: Jake, Brandon, Lauren, Layla; one brother, Clifford (Linda) Demoff. Preceded in death by his parents: Betty and William Demoff...

Alma Engle

Alma Engle

Jun 21, 2019

Alma E. Engle nee Krause, age 101, of Crown Point, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 21, 2019 with her family by her side.

Alma was born on February 23, 1918 in Hammer, SD to Michael and Emma Krause. Alma is survived by her loving son Chuck (Pamela) Hendricks. She is the proud grandmother of Jodi (Mike)...

Yvonne  "Bonnie" Demas

Yvonne "Bonnie" Demas

Jun 18, 2019

Yvonne "Bonnie" Demas, age 82, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 18, 2019. She is survived by her children: daughter, Debra (William) Mangerson, stepdaughter, Kathleen (Ralph) Holmes; grandchildren: Brianna Mangerson and Christopher Holmes; sister, Sherrian (Michael) Lingo; brother in-law and sister in-law, Chris and Linda Demas; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband of 43...

Marilyn  K. Painter-Dash

Marilyn K. Painter-Dash

Jun 17, 2019

Marilyn K. Painter-Dash nee Rogers, formerly of Hammond, IN, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2019 with her family by her side.

Marilyn was born May 21, 1942 in Lincoln, Nebraska to Millard J. Rogers and Fayetta G. Rogers nee Hancock.

Marilyn is survived by her loving children Deborah "Debbie" L. (Peter) Krukowski of Lake...

Sharon  K. Schalkle

Sharon K. Schalkle

May 25, 2019

Sharon Kay Schalkle nee Cantrell. Devoted wife, mother and grandmother passed away on May 25, 2019 in Hammond IN with her family by her side.

Sharon was born April 20, 1953 in East Chicago IN to Manse Fred Cantrell and Betty Kay Cantrell nee Roberts. Sharon worked for Merry Maids for many years.

Sharon is...

Barbara  Lynn Osmon

Barbara Lynn Osmon

May 23, 2019

Barbara "Barb" L. Osmon nee Seaman, age 73, of Valparaiso and formerly of Hammond, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2019.

She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas "Tom" B. Osmon and the devoted mother of Bill Osmon.

On June 12, 1965 in Hammond, IN, she married Tom Osmon with whom they celebrated 53...

April  Star Tomlinson

April Star Tomlinson

May 18, 2019

April Star Tomlinson, age 39, of Rolla, MO and formerly of Hammond, passed away where she resided on Saturday, May 18, 2019.

Loving mother of Jorge Barajas of Berwyn, IL, Joshua Romano of Berwyn, IL, and Preston Shanks of Owensville, MO. Beloved sister of Erica Argentine of Arlington Heights, IL. Proud aunt of Nicolet Argentine. Fond niece...

Harry  S Morris

Harry S Morris

May 18, 2019

Harry S. Morris, age 89, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2019. He was born in Steff, Kentucky on September 29, 1929 to the late Lucille and Clifford Morris. Harry proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps and was honorably discharged in 1952 after six years of service. The following year he married his loving wife, Audry....

Merry  Kathleen Copp

Merry Kathleen Copp

May 4, 2019

"Kathy"

Merry Kathleen Copp (Ross)

Merry Kathleen Copp, age 75, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2019. She was born to the late Wilma and Herbert Ross on April 21, 1944 in Hammond, Indiana. Merry was a Hammond High Graduate, Class of 1962. Merry enjoyed arts and crafts, as well as going to the Hammond Civic...

George  C. Lawson

George C. Lawson

Apr 27, 2019

George C. Lawson, age 88, of Whiting, IN, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2019 at Sebo's Nursing and Rehabilition Center, in Hobart, where he was a resident for 3 years.

He was the husband of late Patricia Lawson nee Brown, father of Wanda (Pablo) Unate and late Charlie L. Lawson, pawpaw of Michael Unate, and brother of...

Harold  P. Shevchenko

Harold P. Shevchenko

Apr 22, 2019

Harold P. Shevchenko, age 91 of Hammond, passed peacefully on Monday, April 22, 2019.

Cherished husband and sweetheart of Delores J. Shevchenko nee Thomas. Beloved father of Gerald (Chris) Shevchenko, Joanne (Randy) Eenigenburg, and Joy (Martin Carter) Chnupa. Loving brother of Melvin (Betty) Shevchenko and Iris Gifford. Proud grandfather of Drew (Melinda) Eenigenburg, Dan (Katie) Eenigenburg, Dale...

Howard  L. Gift

Howard L. Gift

Apr 21, 2019

Howard L. Gift, age 74, of Hammond, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 21, 2019.

Services were private and intrusted to LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME , 6955 Southeastern Avenue, Hammond, Indiana 46324.

For further information, please contact LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME at 219/ 845-3600.

Private Services Sunday, April 21, 2019 Email Details

Emma  Alma Truhn

Emma Alma Truhn

Apr 14, 2019

Emma A. Truhn nee Koartge, age 100, of Westville and formerly of Hammond, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 14, 2019.

Loving mother of Allen H. (Mary L.) Truhn of Westville, IN. Proud grandmother of Jeffrey (Charity) Truhn and step-grandmother of Vanessa Schwegman and Michael (Brenda) Schwegman. Devoted great-grandmother of Hunter and Tanner Truhn and step-great-grandmother of...

Robert "Bob" "Grumpy" C. Mybeck

Robert "Bob" "Grumpy" C. Mybeck

Apr 11, 2019

Robert "Bob" C. Mybeck aka "Grumpy", age 90, of Hammond, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2019.

Loving father of Mark (Karen) Mybeck and Marcia Mybeck. Devoted brother-in-law of Mary Lou Mybeck. Fond uncle of numerous nieces and nephews. Proud friend to his pets Brandi and Pepper.

Preceded in death by his wife of 56 years,...

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