Dorothy M Kolodzie
Jun 29, 2018
Dorothy M Kolodziej, age 92, passed away Friday, June 29, 2018. She is survived by her daughter, Sandy Kolodziej-Gonzalez; daughter-in-law, Valerie Kolodziej; grandchildren: Christopher (Julie DiDomenico) Kolodziej, Michael (Rachel) Kolodziej, Danny (Dr. Alexandra Arges) Kolodziej, Mark (Monica Fonseca) Gonzalez; great-granddaughter, Amelia Kolodziej. Preceded in death by her son, Dan Kolodziej. A Memorial Gathering will take place on Saturday, July...
Evelyn Grace Lunsford
Jun 27, 2018
Evelyn G. Lunsford nee Bennett, age 79, of Hammond, IN, passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2018. Loving mother of Margaret A. King and Carolyn S. Elders. Beloved sister of Kent Schalkle, Kerry (Sharon) Schalkle, Peggy Schalkle, and Joe Schalkle. Proud grandma of Jason Lunsford, Eve (Gerald) Noble, Timothy Ian Elders, and Benjamin Elders. Dearest great-grandma of 15. Fond aunt...
Edward Woodrow Lewis
Jun 24, 2018
Edward Woodrow Lewis, age 82, passed away Sunday, June 24, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Shelby Lewis; son, Steven Lewis; daughter in law, Kelli Lewis; grandchildren: Erik (Brei) Lewis, Megan Lewis, Jaci (Dominick Franze) Lewis, Samantha and Aaron Lewis; great grandchildren: Tyler Matthews, Carson and Ellie Lewis, Wesley Redding; sisters: Elizabeth and Evelyn of...
Jeremy J. Morris
Jun 19, 2018
Jeremy J. Morris, age 32, US Army Veteran of the Iraq War, of Munster, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 19, 2018. Loving husband and best friend of Laura Nelly Morris nee Campos. Beloved son of Richard J. Morris and Sandra A. Morris nee Stripling. Devoted brother of Eric Morris and Monica Morris. Cherished son-in-law of Jesse and Rosa...
Beatriz Acosta-Garza
Jun 15, 2018
Beatriz Acosta-Garza, age 94, passed away Friday, June 15, 2018. She is survived by her children: Martin Acosta, Reno (Sonia) Acosta, Maria (David) Reyes, Jose (Marisa) Acosta; grandchildren: Alex Acosta, Sammy Acosta, Sarita Reyes, David Adam Reyes, Brandon Acosta, Ariana Biaz, David Biaz; brother, Jose Alfredo Canchola; sisters: Zenaida Barrera and Alicia Hernandez; and by many nieces, nephews and extended...
Sandra J Harnisch
Jun 6, 2018
Sandra J. Harnisch nee Twiggs, age 69, of Middleburg, FL and formerly of Chicago, IL, passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2018.Devoted mother of William "Billy" J. (Becky) Harnisch, Jr.Proud grandmother of 4.Dearest great-grandmother of 2. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Loyal friend to her dog Mini. Preceded in death by her husband William J. Harnisch, Sr, her...
Mary E Parker
Jun 1, 2018
Mary E. Parker, age 65, passed away Friday, June 1, 2018. She is survived by her husband of 36 years, Jerry Parker; children: Michelle (Tony) Melgoza, Tonia (Eugenio) Vazquez, Joe (Elizabeth) Hurley, Jose Hurley; 20 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and many brothers, sister, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her daughter, Cheryl Hunt and her parents, Louis and Marjorie...
Michael Sanders
Jun 1, 2018
Michael "Mickey" Sanders
Of Crown Point, Indiana
Formerly of Hammond, Indiana
September 27, 1928 – May 31, 2018
Michael was born to an immigrant family from Hungary. He graduated from Hammond High School in 1945 and enlisted in the Marine Corps 1946. He received an honorable discharge in 1948. He was...
Michael "Mike" C. Giba
May 29, 2018
Michael "Mike" C. Giba, age 69 of Hammond, IN, passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday, May 29, 2018. Loving Husband of Sherry Giba nee Pinkham. Beloved Father of David M. Giba, Linda M. Giba, Melissa (Fiancé Riann Schwabe) Montgomery, Heather (Robert) Martin, and Kyle Montgomery. Devoted Son of Michael Giba. Brother of Tony (Donna) Giba. Proud...
Sharon Sue Mauch
May 16, 2018
Sharon S. Mauch, age 72, lost her second battle with cancer on Wednesday, May 16, 2018. Sharon always said that being a mother was her one true calling. After the exhaustion of raising 5 children, Sharon decided to go work for American Sale, where for 2 decades she was known for her festive Christmas tree decorating. Sharon was a...
Gertrude "Trudy" A. Magliocca
May 4, 2018
Gertrude "Trudy" A. Magliocca nee Klisurich, age 78, of Hammond, IN, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, May 4, 2018. Very loving wife and friend for 60 years to Joseph J. Magliocca. Beloved mother of Frank J. (Jim Emslander) Magliocca, Theresa (Jake Jaceczko) Magliocca, and Paula Hammersley. Devoted sister of George J. (Kristin S.) Klisurich...
Michael "Mike" R. Wegner
Apr 29, 2018
Michael "Mike" R. Wegner, age 28, of Homer Glen, Illinois, passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 29, 2018. Beloved son of Randy and Amy Wegner. Loving brother of Tiffany Wegner and Cody Wegner. Dearest grandson of Pamela Ray and Brad and Joyce Henke. Cherished nephew of Henry and Crystal Slusher, Greg and Melissa Rodriguez, Troy and Anita Skarzynski,...
Ray E. Johnson
Apr 5, 2018
Ray E. Johnson, age 78, US Army Veteran, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away Thursday, April 05, 2018. Proud Uncle of many Nieces and Nephews. Preceded in death by his Parents Fred Johnson Sr. and Julia P. Johnson nee Royer; his Siblings Fred Johnson, Max Johnson, Delores Novak, and F. Eldon Johnson. Funeral Service were entrusted to LaHayne Funeral Home...
Timothy "Tim" J. Keilman
Mar 31, 2018
Timothy "Tim" J. Keilman, age 55, of Gary, passed away suddenly, Saturday, March 31, 2018. Loving father of Timothy R. (Jaimee) Keilman, Kimberly A. Keilman, and Matthew W. Keilman. Beloved brother of Robert "Tom" (Mary) Keilman, Anthony "Tony" Keilman, Lisa M. Keilman, and Michael "Mike" (Crystal) Keilman. Proud grandfather of Michael Robert Keilman and Chase Alexander Keilman. Fond Uncle...
Harvey David Unruh
Mar 19, 2018
Harvey D. Unruh, age 55, US Naval Veteran, of Hammond, passed away Monday, March 19, 2018. Loving Father of David H. Unruh. Cherished Brother of Jerry (Toby) Hayden, Linda Gambino, Gloria (Roger) Waddel, James Unruh, Sharon (Todd) Ruggles, Raymond (Terri) Unruh, and Bruce (Susan) Unruh. Proud Uncle of many Nieces and Nephews.
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Floyd A Deen
Mar 14, 2018
Floyd A. Deen, age 83, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2018. Funeral Services will take place Monday, March 19, 2018 11:00 a.m. at LaHayne Funeral Home. Friends are invited to visit with the family on Monday, March 19, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will take place at St. John-St. Joseph cemetery of Hammond, Indiana....
Shirley A. Hayes
Mar 14, 2018
Shirley A. Hayes nee Harland, age 67, of Gary and formerly of Hammond, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, March 14, 2018. Loving Mother of Michelle Jimenez, Tabitha Beck, Suebrina (fiancé Teofilo DeLeon, Jr.) Beck, Billyjean (fiancé Leo Barba) Hayes, and Sarajean Hayes. Proud Grandmother of Michael Gutierrez, Joshua Joseph, Christina Joseph, Desmond Rainey,...
Lena M Buie
Mar 11, 2018
Lena M. Buie, age 69, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2018. A Memorial Service will take place on Thursday, March 22, 2018 4:00 p.m. at LaHayne Funeral Home. Friends are invited to visit with the family on Thursday, March 22, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service.
SERVICES Family GatheringThursday, March 22, 2018 2:00...
Frances B. Krajack
Mar 7, 2018
Frances B. Krajack nee Klumbis, age 98, of Bridgeview, IL and formerly of Clarendon Hills, IL and Gary, IN, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Beloved wife of the late John S. Krajack and loving mother of the late Bernadette Krajack. Family and friends are invited to meet on Thursday, March 15, 2018 from 10 AM until...
Michael J Cwiklinski
Mar 6, 2018
Michael J. Cwiklinski, age 69, passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2018. He was born to the late Vince and Genevieve Cwiklinski on January 12, 1949 in Hammond, Indiana. After 20 years of service Michael retired in 1994 from EJ&E Railroad. As an avid Chicago Cubs fan, he rejoiced at the 2016 victory! Go Cubs Go! He enjoyed hunting, fishing...
