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Lucille M. Klein
Nov 5, 2018
Lucille M. Klein nee Dywan, age 97, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, November 5, 2018. Loving mother of Sandra L. (late Phillip) Hodonos of Fort Myers, Florida, Maralyn (late Daniel) Gaza of East Chicago, Indiana, and Noreen M. Gilham of Highland, Indiana. Proud grandmother of 8 and great-grandmother of 7. Cherished sister-in-law...
Dennis H. Terry
Nov 1, 2018
Standout Hammond citizen Dennis Harold Terry passed away peacefully on the morning of November 1, 2018. In his 66 years, Dennis committed to a lifetime of Hammond activism, first as a community organizer, then rising to numerous leadership positions in civic organizations and government. He is survived by his wife Carol, daughter Christina (Jordan), stepson James (Julie), grandson...
Robert "Bob" Harold Craig
Oct 26, 2018
Robert "Bob" H. Craig, age 89, US Army Veteran of the Korean War, of Calumet City, Illinois, passed away Friday, October 26, 2018. Loving father of Lyle R. Craig and Amy B. Craig. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Betty I. Craig nee Buck, his parents Clarence and Grace Craig,...
Michael "Mike" Giba
Oct 18, 2018
Michael "Mike" Giba, age 97, US Marine Corps Veteran of WWII, of Highland, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, October 18, 2018. Beloved Father of Anthony "Tony" (Donna) Giba. Loving Brother of Helen Gumkowski. Proud Grandfather of Jennifer Giba, Jacob Giba, David Giba, and Linda Giba. Dearest Great-Grandfather of Hanna Giba and Brianne Giba....
Terry "Kenny" Kenneth Yeager
Oct 14, 2018
Terry "Kenny" Yeager, age 86, US Army Veteran of the Korean War, of Hammond, passed away peacefully Sunday, October 14, 2018. Loving husband for 63 years to Arlene M. Yeager nee Scherette. Beloved father of Thomas "Tom" Yeager and his companion Lillian Sajdyk. He was preceded in death by his parents, Van K. Yeager and Doris Yeager nee...
Eva B. Gluth
Oct 11, 2018
Eva B. Gluth nee Giometti, age 88, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 11, 2018. Eva is survived by her nephew, James (Karen) Jocha of Beecher, Illinois, loving cousins, Albert (Carole) Barelli, Louis Fata, and Fred (Sheron) Fata, many second cousins, extended family, and dear friends. Preceded in death by her "true love" and husband of 23 years,...
Larry Duane Potts, Sr
Sep 30, 2018
With his loving arms, our Father reunited Larry Duane Potts, Senior with his Mother Allie Evylee Potts and his Father Barrett Barnet Potts. Larry had 4 brothers, Ray Potts, Garry Potts, Kenneth Potts, Randy Potts, and 2 sisters, Sharon Mnatko and Rhonda Manish. He leaves behind his ex-wife Minnie Trump, his daughter Kristie Potts, his son Larry Potts,...
Sergio K. Rodriguez
Sep 13, 2018
Sergio K. Rodriguez, age 38, of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away suddenly on Thursday, September 13, 2018. Beloved Partner of Tyron Kimbrough. Loving Son of Cynthia M. (Tomas) LeBron. Devoted Brother of Sonia Trinidad, Roberto LeBron, Cynthia (Kurt) Sumner, Megan (Larry) Mayes, Miranda (Trisha Alvarez) LeBron, Raquel (Tai) Crump, Aaliyah LeBron, and Serena Ortiz. Fond Uncle of John,...
Tom Osmon
Sep 9, 2018
Thomas "Tom" B. Osmon, age 76, of Valparaiso and formerly of Hammond, passed away Sunday, September 9, 2018. He was the beloved husband of Barbara, the devoted father of Bill, the dear brother of Gloria Burk of Merritt Island, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Geneva Osmon, In Laws Glen and Mildred Seaman, and nephew...
Ruth Ann Dinga
Sep 4, 2018
Ruth Ann Dinga nee Moore, age 76, of Merrillville and formerly of Munster, passed away Tuesday, September 4, 2018. Loving mother of Deedee Brooks and Crissy (Walter) Spasevski. Proud grandma of Alexa Spasevski, Aleece Spasevski, and Shane Brooks. Fond aunt. Preceded in death by her husband of 38 years Edward D. Dinga, her parents Chester and Pearl Moore,...
Grant "G" L. Blashill
Aug 27, 2018
Grant Lester Blashill, lovingly known as "G" to his family, was born November 1st, 1955. He passed away August 27, 2018 after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Avis. He is survived by his brothers Ronald (late Donna), Robert (Diane) and Roger (Cathleen), his sister Roberta (Tommie), and several nieces and...
Ruth Elizabeth Beilby
Aug 11, 2018
Ruth Elizabeth Beilby, age 94, passed away Saturday, August 11, 2018. She was born to the late Dewey "Jack" Crowder and Laura Peterson on July 24, 1924 in Covington, Indiana. Ruth retired from Carson Pirie Scott & Co. in August of 1987 after 29 years of service. She leaves to cherish her memory two children: Laurvilla (Charles) Jeffrey of...
Betty J Chartos
Aug 4, 2018
Betty Chartos Of Hammond, Indiana Betty Chartos, age 85, passed away Saturday, August 4, 2018. She was born in Beardstown, IL and lived most of her life in Hammond, IN. Betty is survived by her daughters: Dawn Miklusak and Teresa Chartos (Tom Ferguson); cherished granddaughter, Megan (Logan) Mitchell; great-grandchildren: Allison and Matthew Mitchell; loving sisters: Jan Anderson, Nancy (Carroll) Lovekamp,...
Maxine Luptak
Jul 31, 2018
Maxine Luptak nee Coppage, age 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 31, 2018. Maxine loved her family and her friends. She'd wake up early to get her housework done and then look forward to relaxing on the couch talking to her sisters for hours until the phone battery went dead…then after all the daily news and old...
Kiara Danielle Murphy
Jul 31, 2018
Kiara Danielle Murphy, age 22, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She leaves behind her loving parents Sharmaine R. Davis nee McGhee and Chris Davis There will be a Celebration of her life on Saturday, August 11, 2018 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM and also from 1:00 PM until 3:00...
Concepcion Guerrero
Jul 16, 2018
Concepcion "Connie" Guerrero, age 93, of Gary, passed away peacefully Monday, July 16, 2018. Loving mother of Diane Franco, Lilia Guerrero, Maryellen (Felix) Sendejas, Rose Mary Guerrero, and her daughter in her heart, Linda Rodriguez. Beloved sister of Raul (late Ernestine) Alvarado and Robert (late Betty) Alvarado. Proud grandmother of 13. Dearest great-grandmother of 19. Fond aunt of numerous...
Marian L Dufresne
Jul 15, 2018
Marian L. Dufresne, age 92, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2018. She is survived by her children: John Robert (Debbie) Dufresne, James A (Barbara) Dufresne, Paul Raymond Dufresne; grandchildren: Taylor and Zane Dufresne, Jill (Todd) Potrykus, Rob Dufresne, Kevin (Amanda) Watson, Michael Watson; greatgrandchildren: Kayla and Hunter Potrykus, Cortney, Blake, Leila and Paige Watson; beloved lifelong friend, Mary LeVan....
Jayne Gyure
Jul 9, 2018
Jayne Gyure nee Fritz, of Farmington Hills, MI and formerly of Hammond, IN, age 85, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 9, 2018. Loving mother of R. Scott (Laura) Gyure and Dale Allen (Jan) Gyure. Cherished sister of Charles (Carolyn) Fritz. Proud grandmother of Vanessa (Jeremy) Hershman, Sarah Gyure, Daniel J. (Lauren) Gyure, Matthew Gyure and Jeffrey Gyure. Preceded...
Kathren "Kay" Ida Hansen
Jul 7, 2018
Kathren "Kay" I. Hansen nee Hard, of Calumet City, IL, age 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, July 7, 2018. Beloved wife for 60 years to Wayne Hansen. Loving mother of Diane (Terry) Baker and David (Susan) Hansen. Cherished sister of Daniel (Linda) Hard. Proud grandmother of Shane (Dianna) Baker and Connor Baker. Dearest...
Jennifer L. Najera
Jul 2, 2018
Jennifer L. Najera nee Hayes, age 56, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 02, 2018 Private arrangements were entrusted to LaHayne Funeral Home, 6955 Southeastern Avenue, Hammond, Indiana. For further information in regards to arrangements, please contact LaHayne Funeral Home at 219/ 845-3600.
SERVICES PrivateMonday, July 02, 2018
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