All Obituaries

Phyllis A. Beckham (nee Govert) age 78 of Griffith, passed away on Saturday November 16, 2019.  She is survived by her son David Beckham; sisters Eleanor Nichels, and Marilyn (Francis) Joyce; brothers Carl Govert and her twin brother Phillip (Mary) Govert, and by her numerous nieces and nephews. Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents Harry and Anna Govert, sister Cecelia Mae Certa, and brothers Jerry Govert and Roy Govert. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday November 20,...

Samuel Archie Nye "Peepa" age 95 of Griffith IN passed through the gates of Heaven on November 10, 2019 He was born on April 8th, 1924 in Blackton AR, the loving son of Willard Henry Nye and Myrtle Elizabeth Rodgers Nye. He was preceded in death by his beautiful bride of 70 years Lillie Mae Leonard Nye. He was also preceded by his son Samuel Archie Nye Jr. And a great- grandson Nathanael James Edward Green, his brothers Lloyd Arthur Nye, Buehl Ardell "Buddy" Nye, and his...

Corey M. Rutkowski age 29 of Griffith passed away on Sunday November 10, 2019. Corey attended Griffith High School. He was a very kindhearted and caring person with a great sense of humor. He loved to write music and make songs. Corey loved talking about cars with his dad and joking around with his mom. Corey had a love for animals and kids, he had a genuine and contagious smile that brightened the room when he walked in. He is survived by his parents Michael and Nancy Rutkowski,...

Griffith - Virginia “Susie” Ann (Metz) Heusing, 80, died at home on Tuesday, Nov 5, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. She was born February 10, 1939, in Chicago Heights, IL, the daughter of Charles R. “Dick”, and Lucille E.H. (Rice) Metz.    Virginia graduated from Momence Community High School in 1956 and went on to attend Business College in Kankakee, Il. Following college, she worked for Mortell's Department Store as a secretary. Virginia...

Kent W. Downing age 53 of Gary, formerly of Griffith passed away on Tuesday November 5, 2019. Kent is survived by his sister; Jennifer Hill, brother; Kurt (Jannette) Downing, niece; Breanne Downing, special friends Nick, April, Whalen, and Bev Arnold and a host of other close friends. Kent was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Carol Downing. Friends may meet with the family on Monday November 11, 2019 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at WHITE FUNERAL HOME located at 921 W. 45th Ave.,...

Rachel Przewoznik age 34 of Monon, formerly of Hammond passed away on Sunday November 3, 2019. She is survived by her siblings; Joseph Przewoznik, Ronni Przewoznik (Jessica), and Tony (Roberta) Przewoznik, loving nieces; Nevaeh Przewoznik, Samantha Przewoznik, and Magen Kennoi, nephew; Edward Przewoznik, her best friends Michelle Walczak, Maegan, Lauren, Natalie, Arianna, Kellie, and Beth, uncles; Norm (Janet) Przewoznik, Mike (Ginni) Seltzer, and David (Deborah) Seltzer. Rachel was...

Juanita “Joann” Trevino age 75 of Hammond, passed away on Saturday November 2, 2019. She is survived by her husband of 55 years Simon E.; children Simon L. (Tammy) Trevino, Gabriel (Deborah) Trevino, Marco (Courtney) Trevino; grandchildren Amanda, Carissa, Valentino (Lisa), Alyssa, Sara, Wyatt, Miranda, and Helena; great grandchildren Enrique and Mia; siblings Anna Maria (Alfonso) Moreno, Luis Paz Jr, late Henry (Janice) Paz, Magdelena (Santos) Corpus, Esperanza (late Salvadar)...

Shirley R. Donsbach age 83 of Hobart formerly of Calumet Township, passed away on Friday November 1, 2019. She is survived by her children Vickie (Dave) Cather and Luke (Rhonda) Donsbach; grandchildren Justin, Holly, Brittani, Austin, Nick, Tyler, Luke, and Kyle; daughter-in-law Carol Donsbach and by several nieces and nephews. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents Raymond and Myrtle Bourrell, husband Louis, son Herb, and by her daughter Myrtle Marie. Friends may meet with the...

Fredrick Paul Garrard, better known as “The Deacon” by his friends and family, passed peacefully in his sleep at the age of 80 on October 31, 2019 at his lifelong home in Griffith. Fred was born on June 9, 1939 in Gary, IN. to Harry and Pauline Clarkson Garrard.   Fred attended Valparaiso University on a basketball scholarship. He was a proud Eagle Scout. He taught at Taft Middle School, spent time as a security guard that touched the lives of many celebrities at The...

Loretta D. Bean age 69 of Hammond, Indiana passed away on Thursday October 24, 2019. She is survived by her Husband of 45 years Donald, children Sheri Thompson, Dan (Sandra) Thompson, Don  (Marytherese) Bean and David Bean and by her numerous grandchildren and  three great grandchildren, brother Craig (Becky) Metcalf and her four legged companion Charlie ll. Preceded in death by her parents Wayne and Florence Metcalf, brothers Larry and Gary Metcalf, and her four-legged companion...