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Christopher M Arroyo

Christopher M Arroyo

Aug 30, 2026

Christopher Arroyo, a cherished soul who touched many with his sense of humor and open heart, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 30th, 2026, at the age of 38. Born on February 15th, 1988, in Indiana, Christopher brought warmth and joy into the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. 

Christopher was the beloved son of Hector and...

Bessie Boulos

Bessie Boulos

Aug 20, 2026

Bessie Boulos, age 93, of Steger, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 20, 2026.

Bessie will be lovingly remembered by her children, James (Sandra) Boulos, George Boulos, Patricia (Joseph) D’Anna, and Christine (Timothy) Tarrant; her grandchildren, Nicholas (Kristin) Boulos, Anthony Boulos, Samantha (Jordin) D’Anna Katzenberger, James Boulos, Joseph Tarrant, John Tarrant, and Victoria Tarrant; her great-grandchildren, Elisabeth O’ Malley, Grace...

Stephen M. Bieda

Stephen M. Bieda

Aug 15, 2026

Stephen Michael Bieda, age 64, of Valparaiso, IN passed away surrounded by his family on August 15, 2026.

He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Debra Bieda; beloved daughter, Megan Rose Bieda; siblings: Susan Eliot, Frank (late Carol) Bieda, Anthony (Rebecca) Bieda, Mary Bieda, father-in-law, Bong Yohl Kim and many loving nephews, nieces, and cousins. Steve was preceded...

Charles K. Anderson

Charles K. Anderson

Aug 10, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Charles “Chuck” Olaf Kristian Anderson, 83, longtime resident and former Police Commissioner of Griffith, Indiana, and “ye olde” webmaster of The Old Corral B-Western movie website (b-westerns.com), on August 10, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, neighbor, and friend to many.

Chuck is survived by his children Craig...

Chester B. Rhoten

Chester B. Rhoten

Aug 4, 2026

Chester B. Rhoten, aka "Sam", age 90, of Lowell, formerly of Griffith, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

He is survived by his children, John (Pamela) Rhoten and Laurie (David) Sexton. His grandchildren; Bryan (Sarah) Rhoten, Daniel (Katlin) Rhoten, Lindsay (Brandon) Helton, Katie (Bryan Smith) Sexton, and Jason (Ali McLean) Rhoten. He is also survived by...

Barbara A. ` Doppler

Barbara A. ` Doppler

Jul 26, 2026

Barbara A. Doppler, age 101, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026.

Barbara is survived by her children, Charles (Rosie) Doppler Jr., Philip Doppler, and Maria Doppler; grandchildren, Alex (Samantha) Doppler, Nicholas Doppler, Elizabeth (Zack) Nasuta, and Danielle; great-grandchildren, Violet, Brantley, Giovani, Carson, and Jackson; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

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Henry Iwinski

Henry Iwinski

Jul 25, 2026

Henry "Hank" A. Iwinski, age 92, of Schererville, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026.

Henry is survived by his children, Camille (Keith) Stras, Kevin (Tricia) Iwinski, and Allen Iwinski; and grandchildren, Shelby, Kyle, Natalie, and Issac.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Karen; parents, Frank and Lottie Iwinski; and...

Ann J Smith

Ann J Smith

Jul 20, 2026

Ann J. Smith, of Griffith, passed away on Monday July 20th, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Ann is survived by her beloved son, Danny; her mother, Bernadette Sanner; Siblings; Ed (Paula Abbott) Sanner, Robert (Davian) Sanner Jr.; Carol (Dave) Long; her aunt, Andrea Kapera; her godfather, Ray Kapera; her godson, Jesse Sanner; and her...

Katherine A. Kitzmiller

Katherine A. Kitzmiller

Jul 16, 2026

Katherine Ann Kitzmiller, age 84 of Griffith, was called by the Angels on Thursday July16th 2026.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents William & Carmelita Reiss, brother Edward (Betty) Reiss, Brother John Reiss, very special niece Mary Ann Mullins, very special nephew Jason Mesman, best friend Barb Nelson, and 2 special emotional support animals Buddy...

John G. Gregory

John G. Gregory

Jul 10, 2026

John "Dr. Olds" Gregory

November 18, 1952 – July 10, 2026

John "Dr. Olds" Gregory, age 73, of Munster, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026. He is survived by his wife and soul-mate of 46 years, Tina; son, Johnathon  "Smiley" Gregory; grandchildren Xavier & Mikaela Gregory and their mother Tiffany; his loving in-laws Mona...

Rex Harper Jr.

Rex Harper Jr.

Jul 8, 2026

Rex Harper Jr., of DeMotte, formerly of Gary, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, July 8th, 2026.

He leaves behind a loving family who will cherish his memory, including his children, Rex (Willie Jackson) Harper III, Harlen (Michelle) Harper, Mary (Shane) Plott, Gerald Harper, and Tabbitha (Matt) Kuhn. He was a proud grandfather to Sherry, Timothy, Joey, Anna,...

David W. Keslin

David W. Keslin

Jul 7, 2026

David W. Keslin, age 72, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

David is survived by his loving son, Anthony (Autumn Reynolds) Keslin; his cherished grandson, Conner Keslin; his mother, Mary Keslin; his brother, Joe Keslin; his sister, Sueann Zylstra; several nieces and nephews; and his girlfriend, Theresa Bryant.

He was preceded...

Gregory Francis

Gregory Francis

Jul 5, 2026

Gregory Francis, age 76, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 5, 2026.

Gregory is survived by his beloved wife, Janis Francis; his children, Richard (Casey) Francis, April (Jason) Purcell, and inherited children Amy (Kevin) Trezak, Brad (Jodi Kateiva) Joseph , and Amber (Colin) Carmichael.

He was a proud Papa to Izaiah Purcell, Kaylie Horsley, Jayden...

Corinne F. (Kirsch)  Denny

Corinne F. (Kirsch) Denny

Jun 26, 2026

Corinne F. Denny age 78 of Cedar Lake, formerly of Griffith, passed away on Friday June 26, 2026. She is survived by her son Matt (Molly) Denny; grandsons George and Henry; sister Kim (Larry) White; brother Tom (Pat) Kirsch; and by several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents John and Ruth Kirsch, husband Gordon,...

Robert F. Baxter

Robert F. Baxter

Jun 25, 2026

Robert F. Baxter ("Bob"), age 91, of Highland, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 25th, 2026.

Bob was born in Nauvoo, Illinois to Richard "Dick" and Eula (Wilkens) Baxter. Preceded in death by an infant son, brothers Tom and Dan and twin sisters, Mary and Martha.

Bob is survived by wife, Vera, of 68 years,...

Cindy S. Jennings

Cindy S. Jennings

Jun 17, 2026

Cindy S. Jennings, age 75, of Griffith, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

Cindy was the beloved wife of 46 years to Cyril "Al" Jennings. She was a devoted mother to Amy (Jason), Harder, Amanda Jennings, and Emily (Michael) Powers. Cindy was a proud grandmother to Jeremy, Alexis, Jacob, Devon, Kendall, and Dylan, and was overjoyed...

James D. Gallagher

James D. Gallagher

Jun 9, 2026

James "Jimmy" D. Gallagher, aka "Bosco", age 55, of Hammond, passed away on June 9, 2026.

Jimmy is survived by his beloved daughter, Angel Gallagher; his father, Dennis "Denny" Gallagher and stepmother, Frances "Vee" Gallagher; his sisters, Teresa Davenport, Michele Stroud, and Kerry Gallagher; his stepbrothers, Allen Beeler III and Jeff Beeler; his stepsister, Kandi Nesbitt; and...

Francisco "Frank" Silva

Francisco "Frank" Silva

Jun 5, 2026

In Loving Memory of Frank Silva

Frank Silva, age 90, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026, at home surrounded by the love of his family.

Frank was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He was known for his kind heart, gentle spirit, sense of humor, and deep love for his...

Dianne Parish

Dianne Parish

May 28, 2026

Dianne E. Parish aka Sissy, 83, of Battle Creek, Michigan, formerly of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on May 28, 2026.

She is survived by her children: Kimberly L Moore and James E. Parish II. Grandson; Brandon D. Herbert and his wife Nicole. Her great- grandchildren; Riley and Oliver "Ollie". Several nieces and nephews, and especially Jacob Saylor,...

Julie (Ramsey)  Montealegre

Julie (Ramsey) Montealegre

May 28, 2026

Julie Joy (Ramsey) Montealegre, age 47, of Hebron, Indiana, formerly of Highland, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026.

Julie is survived by her beloved husband of 21 years, Edgar "Butch" Montealegre; her children, Donald Grinker and Marissa Montealegre; her mother, Janet Ramsey; her siblings, Jennifer (Daniel) Parnell, David A. (Cindy) Ramsey Jr., William "Tony" (Chris)...

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