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
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
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
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
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
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)...
Lawrence W. Depaoli
May 23, 2026
Lawrence W. DePaoli, age 91, of Hammond, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
Lawrence was lovingly known as "Mr. Whoopee" and "Mr. D." He was the beloved husband of over 60 years to Constance "Connie" DePaoli. He is survived by his children, Fred (Jennifer) DePaoli and Carrie Bukowski (Née) DePaoli; and by his cherished grandchildren, Sydney,...
Ginny (Patz) Seltzer
May 20, 2026
Ginny Lou Seltzer, age 77, of Hammond, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Michael "Mike" Seltzer; and her beloved fur babies, Tiger, Mr.Trump, and Tinker Belle.
She was preceded in death by her parents John Patz and Gloria Coleman and all her fur babies including...
Gregory A Bodnar
May 18, 2026
Gregory A. Bodnar, age 60, of Hammond, formerly of Highland, passed away on Monday, May 18th, 2026.
He is survived by his siblings; John (Karen) Bodnar, Suzette Bodnar, Jeffrey (Mary) Bodnar, nieces and nephews; Lara Paige, Jon-Stefan, Danielle, Jessica, Michael, and Mary Grace.
Gregory was preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary Bodnar....
Laddie G. Wells
May 14, 2026
Laddie G. Wells age 78 of Gary, Indiana passed away on Thursday May 14, 2026. He is survived by his son Scott (Kristi) Wells; grandchildren Jason Anderson, Rabekka Rex, Reanna Rex; sister-in-law Laura Wells, and by several nieces and nephews. Laddie was preceded in death by his beloved wife Glenda "Annette"; daughter Kellie Rex; parents Jean and Mary Wells;...
Charlotte Robinson
May 8, 2026
Charlotte Robinson, age 96 of Griffith, affectionately known as Rob Grandma, Great GG, and Char Char, passed away on Friday May 8, 2026.
She is survived by her daughter Cindy (Joe) Appel; grandchildren- Jim (Abby) Borders, Lori (Andrew) Bonnell, and Christopher (Trisha Appel); great grandchildren Riley Appel, Jaxson Bonnell, and Lucas Appel; sister-in-law Dorothy Idzior; nieces and...
Patrick J. Newell
May 6, 2026
Patrick J. "Coach Pat" Newell age 77, of Surprise, Arizona, formerly of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Patrick was the beloved husband of 30 years to Margaret "Peggy" Newell. He was a loving father to Tracy (Christina) Newell and Kimberly "Kim" (Perry Erwin) Newell.
He was the proud grandfather of Jennifer (fiancé Jeff...
Roger S. Hardin
Apr 29, 2026
Roger S. "Hans" Hardin, 63 of Griffith, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
He is survived by his brother, Mike (Denise) Hardin; his nephews, Brad (Maggie) Hardin, Jeremiah (Amanda) Hardin, Nolan (Brianne) Graves, and Garrett (Alison) Graves; and his niece, Deanna (Josh) Wiley. He is also survived by many great-nieces and great-nephews, including Avery, Mackenzie, Olivia,...
Anne M Szewka
Apr 24, 2026
Anne M. Szewka age 64 of Griffith, passed away on Friday April 24, 2026. She is survived by her siblings Richard (Joyce) Szewka and Christy (Rev. Jim) Aniol. Anne is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents Edmund and Christine (nee Micoley) Szewka.
All services will be private....
Ernest Edward Esgate Jr.
Apr 15, 2026
Ernest Edward "Ed" Esgate, Jr., 79, of Munster, Indiana, passed away on April 15, 2026.
Born on November 6, 1946, in Washington, D.C., to Ernie and Millie Esgate, Ed lived a life that took him across the country — from New Jersey and Ohio to California, Michigan, and finally Indiana — carrying with him the warmth and...
Lewis O Belcher
Apr 11, 2026
Lewis O. Belcher, 74, Griffith, passed away April 11th, 2026. He was born in Kentucky to James Cecil and Nina Faye (Johns) Belcher.
Preceded in death by his parents, brother Philip Belcher, brother-in-laws Thomas Bukowski III, Jonah "Buster" Sexton, sister-in-law Judith Barenie, and father-in-law Mervyn Barenie.
Lewis is survived by his wife of 50 years...
Jacqueline Thorpe
Apr 3, 2026
Jacqueline A. "Jackie" Thorpe, age 65, of Valparaiso, passed away on April 3, 2026.
Jackie is survived by her loving husband of 31 years, Don; her son, Justin (Ashlee Dennis) Thorpe; her parents, Antoinette "Toni' and Robert Baumer; her sister, Melissa "Missy" (Tom Grimmer) Bridegroom; her niece, Stephanie (Chuck) Henderson; her nephew, Bobby (Mindy Patrick) Bridegroom; along...
Jesse W. Crabtree
Apr 2, 2026
Jesse Willis Crabtree, age 69, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
Jesse was originally from Loudon, Tennessee. He spent most of his life in Chicago, Illinois, before settling in Hammond, Indiana in his later years. He proudly served his country as a United States Marine Corps veteran and was a dedicated member of...
Deborah G Winter
Apr 1, 2026
Deborah G. Winter, age 67, of Highland, formerly of Dolton and South Holland, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
She is survived by her loving brothers, David Winter and Christopher Winter. Deborah also leaves behind her dear friends, Carolyn Wouters and Julie Contro, who will cherish her memory.
She was preceded in death by...
Carol Ann Mazalan
Mar 29, 2026
Carol Ann Mazalan, age 73, of Griffith, formerly of Portage, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
She is survived by her children, Charlene M. Mazalan and Jason R. Mazalan; her beloved grandson, Noah Mazalan-Robertson; and her aunt, Yolanda M. Foldesi. Carol is also survived by her half-sisters, Cheryl (Fred) Haseman, Joanne Stevenson, Laura (John) Johnson, Jeanette...
