Baby Arabella Samara Mata
Feb 28, 2018
Baby Arabella Samara Mata, age 2 months, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away suddenly Wednesday, February 28, 2018. Beloved daughter of Rachel S. Szwed and Nico Mata, Sr. Loving sister of Gregory Mata, Nico Mata, Jr., and Isaiah Mata. Cherished granddaughter of Sylvanna L. Castellano and Gustavo Mata, and Olympia Salas and Jamie Szwed.
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Verna L Rush
Feb 27, 2018
Verna L Rush, age 97, of Crown Point, Indiana passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 27, 2018. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 52 years, John Rush. Left to cherish her memory is loving brother, Warren Stawitcke, Sr; caring grandchildren, Don (Lynette) Barrell, John (Michele) Barrell and Mitzie (Patrick) O'Connor; 10 great grandchildren; many...
Wincle S. Hudson
Feb 26, 2018
Wincle Jay Hudson passed away peacefully on Monday, February 26, 2018. Wincle was born on April 30, 1917 to the late Luther and Elva Stribling in Carthage, Mississippi. She is preceded in death by her husband Rufus Hudson Sr.; 2 brothers: Eugene Stribling and F.C. Jones, 1 sisters: Bessie Langdon, 4 stepsister: Annie B. Gillie, Lubertha Fort,...
Frank A. Drost
Feb 23, 2018
Frank A. Drost , age 92, a Whiting resident since 1971, formerly of East Chicago, passed away peacefully at Munster Med-Inn. He is survived by three children: daughter, Marilyn (Frank) Learman, Diane Drost, son Thomas. Brother: Robert (Ilene) Drozd. Sister-in-law Mila (late Frank) Wilk. Granddaughter: Christa Drost of Henderson, NV and great granddaughters: Amber and Autumn Drost-Samson....
Everett H. Towle, Jr.
Feb 21, 2018
Everett H. Towle, Jr, age 66, of Burnham, Illinois and formerly of Gary, Indiana went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 21, 2018. Loving Father of Amy (Shane) Heath and Sarah (Jason) Yott. Cherished Brother of Betty (late Russell) Wegner, Jim (Cheri) Towle, and Gary (Michele) Towle. Proud Grandpa of Kaitlyn Heath, Shayna Heath, Amia...
David Kaczorowski
Feb 17, 2018
David Kaczorowski, age 68, of Gary, Indiana, passed away Saturday, February 17, 2018. Loving Brother of Catherine "Cathy" (Jeffery) Smith. Fond Uncle of Victor Parra, Christina Parra, and Michelle Smith. Dearest Great-Uncle of Anthony Parra and 7 other Great-Nieces and Great-Nephews. Preceded in death by his Parents the late George Kaczorowski and the late Harriet Kaczorowski nee...
Jack Richard Affeld
Feb 13, 2018
Jack Richard Affeld, age 76, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2018. Beloved brother of Nancy (Rex) Bucher. Private Arrangements entrusted to LaHayne Funeral Home, 6955 Southeastern Avenue, Hammond, Indiana. For further information regarding arrangements, please contact LaHayne Funeral Home at (219) 845-3600.
Betty J Houk
Feb 9, 2018
Betty J. Houk, of Hammond, IN, passed away Friday, February 9, 2018 at the age of 88. She died peacefully at home surrounded by the family she loved. Betty was born in Morocco, IN to the late Alfred and Grace Caul. She is survived by her two daughters: Patricia Houk and Debbie (Bill) Conover; grandchildren Matt (Melissa) Houk, Jay...
Kyle Kasper
Jan 17, 2018
Kyle James Kasper, age 27, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2018. Kyle was born in Munster, Indiana on November 16, 1990 to his biological parents, Dana Stock (nee Herakovich) and Patrick Dex O'Connor. Kyle attended Gavit High School in Hammond, Indiana and was a talented writer and artist. One of his favorite writers was Kurt Vonnegut. Kyle learned how...
Patricia L. Chrisman
Jan 15, 2018
Patricia L. Chrisman nee Bryson, age 81, of Hamond, passed away Monday, January 15, 2018 at her home. She was born in Maple Rapids, Michigan to the late James and Olive Bryson on June 01, 1936. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, two children: Nancy A. (Derek Hoselton) Chrisman and Douglas R. Chrisman; one grandchild: Derek...
Sally J Scaggs
Jan 13, 2018
Sally J Scaggs, age 87, passed away Saturday, January 13, 2018. She was born to the late Roy and Eva Witter on June 19, 1929 in Hammond, Indiana. She was the youngest of nine children and a lifelong Hammond resident. Sally was a school lunch lady for the School City of Hammond and retired after 25 years of service....
Pamela E. O'Reilly-Rios
Jan 6, 2018
Pamela E. Rios nee O'Reilly, age 55, of Hammond, Indiana passed away suddenly Saturday, January 6, 2018. Loving mother of Susan Rios, Lino Rios, III, and Edwin Rios. Devoted sister of Michael O'Reilly, Jr., Louise Williams, Susan O'Reilly-Avery, and Patricia Calhoun. Proud Nana of many grandkids. Fond aunt and great-aunt of numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death...
Lyle L. Holcomb
Jan 6, 2018
Lyle L. Holcomb, age 60, of Hammond, Indiana passed away Saturday, January 06, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband for 19 years to Pamela "Pam" N. Holcomb nee Welch. Loving father of Bill (Katie) Dowell and Autumn Holcomb. Proud grandpa of Liam Dowell and 1 on the way. Dearest brother of many and fond uncle of...
Michael T. Sudac
Dec 28, 2017
Michael T. Sudac, age 84, passed away Thursday, December 28, 2017. He was born on February 3, 1933 to the late John and Rose Sudac in East Chicago, Indiana. In 1981, Michael retired from Inland Steel with 30 years of service. He enjoyed playing Pinochle, going to the casino and was a Member of the VFW Post 369. He...
Laura E Martinez
Dec 23, 2017
Laura E. Martinez (nee Boudreau), age 68, passed away Saturday, December 23, 2017. She was born on February 18, 1949 to the late Edwin and Grace Boudreau in Chicago, Illinois. Laura enjoyed her puzzles, playing solitaire and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by two children: Daniel Sanford, Diane L. Sliwa; grandchildren: Kyle Sliwa, Alexis Sanford; sister,...
Paul Chartos
Dec 23, 2017
Paul Chartos, age 93 passed away Saturday, December 23, 2017. He was born to the late Balint and Mary Chartos on July 26, 1924. Paul was a lifelong Hammond resident. He proudly served his country in the Navy as a Ship Fitter. He was a police officer for the Hammond Police Department and retired in 1989 as Sergeant. He...
Frances B. Arens
Dec 17, 2017
Frances Barbara Arens, of 98, of Munster, Indiana and formerly of Hammond, Indiana passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2017. Loving sister of Rosemary (Lester) Meyer. Beloved aunt of Susan (Everett) Meyer Sandefur, Carole (Lonnie) Kent, Karen (Mark) Singleton, Linda (Chuck Pear) Meyer, and Karl (Rose) Meyer. Fond grand-aunt of Sophia Meyer, Victoria Meyer, Alec Meyer, Colin...
Betty S. Haskins
Dec 16, 2017
Betty S. Haskins nee Bartlett, of Hammond, Indiana and previously of Whiting, Indiana, passed away on December 16, 2017 at the age of 85. Betty is survived by her sons Barry and Bryan Haskins; sister Doris Midkiff and brothers Chuck and Cliff Bartlett; grandchildren Shane (Jill) Haskins, Cassie (Dustin) Greenya, Trent Haskins, Grant (Annie) Haskins, Allison, Katie, and...
James Robert Mcgaha
Dec 14, 2017
James R. McGaha, age 68, passed away Thursday, December 14, 2017. He was born in Huntsville, Alabama to Roy and Jessie McGaha on May 15, 1949. James retired from Inland Steel with over 30 years of service. He enjoyed drinking coffee and visiting with his friends at the Red Rooster Restaurant. He will truly be missed by all who...
Dennis M. Mcfarland
Dec 5, 2017
Dennis "Denny" M. McFarland, age 64, US Army Veteran of the Vietnam Era, of Hammond, passed away on Tuesday, December 05, 2017. Loving husband for 41 years to Marlene McFarland nee Baker. Cherished brother of Virginia "Jo" (late John) Palinca and Don McFarland. Proud Grandpa of Michael Keilman and step-grandpa of Devine Davis. Fond uncle and great-uncle to...
