Obituaries

Sep 15, 2026

Thomas J. Pizano Sr., age 75, of Hammond, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

Thomas is survived by his children, Thomas (Matilda) Pizano Jr., Roseann (Brian) Casillas, Mechelle Rogers, Melanie Willens, Robert Wigsmoen, and Ana Wigsmoen; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brothers, John (Debbie) Pizano and Louis (Fran) Pizano; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Sep 15, 2026

Kathy Ann Troksa, age 76, of Griffith, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so deeply. She was the best wife, mother, and Mimi anyone could ever ask for.

She is survived by her husband, George, of 50 years, who devotedly cared for her every day these past couple of years. The two first...

Sep 10, 2026

Jerry E. Hayes, of Griffith, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026.

Jerry is survived by his wife of 18 years, Vicki; son, Wade; daughters, Alyssa, Savannah, and Keira; stepsons, Joshua Erwin and Jon Erwin; parents, Gerald and Carolyn Hayes; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Jerry was a driver for Universal Trucking and a member of the Griffith VFW.

He loved golfing,...

Sep 9, 2026

Sandra K. Raby, age 67, of Griffith, Indiana, formerly of Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.

She is survived by her children: Rebecca (Danny) Shadwell, and Jeremy Raby; sisters: Janice (Greg Phelps) Haas, and Wanda Brock; brother, Timmy (Lynn) Warren; grandson Austin Johnson of Tennessee, uncle, Billy Joe (Cheryl) Womack; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and her beloved four-legged...

Sep 5, 2026

Michael A Kitzmiller, age 59 of Griffith, was called by the Angels on Saturday September 5th, 2026.

Mike was preceded in death by his mother Katherine Ann Kitzmiller, grandparents William & Carmelita Reiss, uncle Edward (Betty) Reiss, uncle John Reiss, aunt Christine Ann Bailey, and cousin Jason A Mesman

Mike is survived by his brother Thomas Kitzmiller (Sonja Anderson), sister Carla Kitzmiller...

Sep 2, 2026

Angeline Olivotto, age 99, of Griffith, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.

She is survived by her children, Deena (Richard) Rush, Mario (Angela) Olivotto, and Joseph (Lisa) Olivotto; grandchildren, Richard (Kim) Rush, Patrick (Nicole) Rush, Mario (Danielle) Olivotto III, Gina (Justin) Koepl, Annie (Josh) Wolfong, and Joseph Olivotto; great-grandchildren, Nicolas, Gabriel, Reese, Arianna, Whitney, Marabel, and Luca; and her...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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,...