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...
Jeannette J. Johnson
Dec 3, 2017
Jeannette J. Johnson, age 72, passed away Sunday, December 3, 2017. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 13, 1945 to the late Joseph and Sophie Jopek. Jeannette enjoyed playing Mario party on Wii and spending time with her grand and greatgrandchildren. She loved camping, teaching us to cook like her and being sarcastic! She will truly be...
Dorothy M. Dycus
Dec 2, 2017
Dorothy M. Dycus, age 99, passed away Saturday, December 2, 2017. Born to the late Ray and Estella Rupert in East Chicago, Indiana on November 22, 1918. In her younger years, Dorothy worked for Citizens Federal Savings and Loan in Hammond for five years. Dorothy enjoyed traveling with her husband, cooking and spending time with her family. She is...
Leonard G. Ferry
Nov 29, 2017
Leonard G. Ferry, age 92, US Naval Veteran of World War II, of Hammond, passed away suddenly but peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 29, 2017. Loving husband for 62 years to Ellen T. Ferry nee Reimer. Fond great-uncle to Kenny (Kylie) Borman and special friend to Cindy (late Randy) Marinaro. Preceded in death by his parents Anthony...
Johnny "John" Abell
Nov 28, 2017
Johnny "John" Abell, age 65, of Hammond, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2017. Loving father of Julie A. Abell, Brian M. Abell, and Keith E. Abell. Cherished brother of Jerry (Pam) Abell and Gayla. Proud and devoted grandpa of Karen Abell, Abigail "Abby" Blashill-Abell, and Brandon M. Abell. Preceded in death by his wife Sharon K....
Josephine E. Mika
Nov 21, 2017
Josephine E. Mika nee Kolodziej, age 95, of Munster, Indiana, lifetime resident of the Calumet Region, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at Munster Community Hospital. She is survived by her nephew Lee Kolodziej (dear friend Peg Petersen), and beloved friend and longtime caregiver Darlene Cleveringa as well as multiple nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death...
Ruth Ann Sneed
Nov 15, 2017
Ruth A. Sneed nee Miller, age 75, of Hammond, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 15, 2017. Loving mother of James (Peg) Crocker, Carl Crocker, Colleen (Tom) Ksiazek, Robert T. (Michael Morando) Sneed, Joe (Kim) Sneed, Dawn McCarthy, and Richie (Nancy) Sneed. Devoted sister of Marlene (late Raymond) Burkhardt, Raymond (Judy) Miller, Catherine Adams, Karen Tormey,...
