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,...
Allen "Big D" D. Dixon
Nov 15, 2017
Allen "Big D" D. Dixon, age 43, of Hammond, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 15, 2017. Loving father of Monica "Monie" M. Dixon and Nicholas "Nick" D. Dixon. Beloved son of Allen J. Dixon. Cherished brother of Donna (Pablo) Sosa and James (Leela) Dixon. Devoted boyfriend of Phyllis Brown and her son Phillip Brown. Dearest brother-in-law...
Kathleen "Katy" Andres
Nov 8, 2017
Kathleen "Katy" Andres nee Keys, age 79, of Hammond, passed away surrounded by her family on Wednesday, November 8, 2017. Loving mother of Janet Andres, who was the light of her life. Proud grandma of Stephanie Andres and Michelle Andres. Dearest great-grandma of Alannah McDowell and Jayden Hunter. Beloved sister of Donald "Don" (Cathy) Keys. Special mother-in-law...
Doris J. Henderson
Oct 29, 2017
Doris J. Henderson, age 79, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2017. She was born in Anderson, Indiana on May 3, 1938 to the late Kenneth and Martha Gift. Doris enjoyed animals and loved children. She was a collector of many things. Some of her hobbies included: gardening, knitting, crocheting, puzzles and watching NASCAR. She leaves to cherish her...
Valente Rosas-Negrete
Oct 23, 2017
Valente rosas-Negrete, de 82 años, de Chicago, falleció después de una valiente pelea con cancer el Lunes, 23 de Octubre de 2017 rodeado de su familia. Amado esposo de Consuelo Rosas Munoz. Amoroso padre de José (Josefina) Rosas, Rubén (Consuelo) Rosas, Refugio (Margarita) Rosas, Juan (Gloria) Rosas, María de los Ángeles (Isidro) Díaz, María de Jesús Rosas, Valente...
Joseph "Joe" A. Majoch, Jr.
Oct 14, 2017
Joseph "Joe" A. Majoch Jr., age 74, US Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, of Hammond, passed away Saturday, October 14, 2017. Loving father of Bryan (Sherry) Majoch. Cherished brother-in-law of Frances Majoch. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his wife Doryne L. Majoch nee Milius, his parents Joseph A. Majoch, Sr, and...
Margaretha P. Motes
Oct 8, 2017
Margaretha Paulina Motes nee Hladek, age 97, of Merrillville, Indiana and formerly of Hammond, Indiana and Uvalde, Texas, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2017. Born in East Chicago, Indiana on July 6, 1920 to the late Andrew and Paula Hladek. Margaretha proudly served her country for two years during WWII in the U.S Marine Corps and earned the...
Kathleen Ann Petrak
Sep 29, 2017
Kathleen Ann Petrak, age 74, passed away Friday, September 29, 2017. Born on December 04, 1942 in East Chicago, Indiana to the late Matthew J. and Catherine F. Petrak. Kathleen retired from Conrail after 35 years of service. She enjoyed bingo and watching the Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Bears. Kathleen was a devoted Sister and Aunt....
Lonnie "Jerry" J. Gartin
Sep 28, 2017
Lonnie "Jerry" Gartin, age 64, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away suddenly Thursday, September 28, 2017. Devoted father of Jeroam "Jerry" Roberts, Carl Roberts, and Wayne (Jackie) Roberts. Devoted brother of Sammy, Norma Jean and Laura. Proud "Pops" of Corissa Graves, Serenity Roberts, Jordan Roberts, Evan Robets, Tyrion Roberts, Cody Roberts, Devin Roberts, Julia Roberts, and Shai Roberts. Dearest...
Israel Cortez
Sep 21, 2017
Israel Cortez, age 25, of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away after a courageous fight on Thursday, September 21, 2017 surrounded by his family and God. Beloved husband of Leilani Cortez Alarcon. Loving father of Saori Cortez and Matteo Cortez. Devoted son of Javier Cortes and Gabriela Cortes Armenta. Cherished brother of Jazmin (Omar) Cortes and Javier (Liz)...
Ellen Louise Rigg
Sep 20, 2017
Ellen Louise Rigg (nee Shade), 72, of Whiting, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2017. She was born July 16, 1945 in East Chicago, the daughter of Edward and Emma Shade and is survived by her loving husband of 50+ years Marvin Rigg; three children: Christopher Rigg (Kim Nixon of Texas, Erin (Frederico) Dehoyos of Whiting and Kevin Rigg...
Dolores E. Vezer
Sep 16, 2017
Dolores E. Vezer, age 77, passed away Saturday, September 16, 2017 with her loving daughter by her side. She was born to the late William and Mary Graves on May 24, 1940 in Hammond, Indiana. For many years Dolores work for Active Security at Hammond Water Company. She leaves to cherish her memory, three children: Bill (Julie) Vezer,...
Albert "Al" G. Emond
Sep 15, 2017
Albert "Al the People's Pal" G. Emond, Sr., age 89, US Army Veteran of WWII and the Korean War, of Hammond, passed away Friday, September 15, 2017. Beloved Husband for 64 years to Barbara "Bobbie" M. Emond nee Matovina. Loving Father of Cathy (Barry) Roach, Albert (Mona) Emond, Jr., David Emond, Jeffrey (Cindy) Emond, and Janet (Moose) Pawloski....
Robert E. Sneed
Sep 4, 2017
Robert E. Sneed, age 80, US Naval Veteran, of Hammond, passed away suddenly at home on Monday, September 4, 2017. Beloved husband for 51 years to Ruth Ann Sneed nee Miller. Loving father of James (Peg) Crocker, Carl Crocker, Colleen (Tom) Ksiazek, Robert T. (Michael Morando) Sneed, Joe (Kim) Sneed, Dawn McCarthy, and Richie (Nancy) Sneed. Devoted brother...
Randy "Rat" A. Tretter
Aug 30, 2017
Randy "Rat" A. Tretter, age 55, US Air Force Veteran, of Hammond, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday, August 30, 2017. Loving father of Kayla (fiancé Ladarero Mitchell) Barrentine and Sara Tretter. Beloved son of Shirley A. Fusko nee Ziembicki. Devoted brother of David (Angie) Tretter, Terry (Mollyann) Tretter, and Rosemary (Michael) Alvarez. Proud grandfather...
