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James J. Sutkowski
Jan 10, 2022
James J. Sutkowski age 79 of Griffith passed away on Monday January 10th, 2022.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Martha, daughter Kristine (Paul) McDonald, son Alan (Alisa) Sutkowski, grandchildren; Macy Sutkowski, Riley Sutkowski, Josiah Artz, Jackson McDonald, great-grandchildren Jensen Sutkowski and Opal Sutkowski, sister Catherine Sutkowski, and numerous nieces and nephews.
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Eva Maria (Dankesreiter) Perez
Jan 7, 2022
Eva "Effe" M. Perez age 82 passed away Friday, January 07, 2021.
She is survived by her brother Helmuth Dankesreiter of Germany; sister Regina Kreusel of Germany; niece Stefani Kreusel; sisters-in-law; Sandy (Syl) Puclik, Betty (Chuck) Mueller, Judy (John) Sreniawski, Patty (Joe) Mora, Marilyn Perez, Karen (Jose) Quintero and Denise (Noreen) Perez, Brothers-in-law; Rich Perez, Marty (Lenny)...
Dr. John B. Brown
Jan 6, 2022
Dr. John Bardon "Bard" Brown age 94 of Crete, IL passed away on Thursday, January 06, 2022. He is survived by his wife Mary C. Brown (nee McQuaid) of over 60 years. children James (Linda) Brown, Daniel (Susan) Brown, Thomas Brown, John (Nancy) Brown and Catherine (Chris) Beres; grandchildren Amanda, Austin, Julie, Ryan, Nora, Molly, Matthew, Claire, Christopher, Natalie,...
Walter Sobczak Jr.
Jan 3, 2022
Walter Sobczak Jr. "Sonny" age 74 of Lowell, Indiana passed away on Monday January 3, 2022. Wally passed away with his loving wife Tammy and cousin Linda by his side. He is survived by his wife Tammy and sons Jason Sobczak, Jonathan Sobczak, Deputy Sheriff Daniel Sobczak and stepson Johnathan "Stetson" (Stephanie) Sabaitis; grandchildren Matthew, Kenneth, Justin, Joshua, Rachael...
Ryan W. Pammer
Jan 2, 2022
Ryan W. Pammer, age 43, of Saint John, IN, passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2022.
Ryan is survived by his loving wife, Nicole Pammer; mother, Brenda Pammer; his 4 fur babies: Chance, Jackson, Alley and Nash; grandmother, Ivy Kozina; aunts and uncles: Frank (Debbie) Cogswell, Roy (Sandy) Cogswell, Dan (Joyce) Falardeau, Jeffrey (Barbara) Pammer; cousins: Mike,...
Leonard J. Kamiski
Dec 31, 2021
Leonard J. Kaminski age 78 of Highland passed away on Friday December 31, 2021.
He is survived by his wife of 54 1/2 years Candace, daughter Kimberly Kaminski, special nephew Mark (Lauren) Meyers and family, sister Loretta (late Charles) Thompson, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A funeral mass will be held on Thursday January...
Eileen Kubisz
Dec 29, 2021
It is with heavy hearts, our family announces Eileen "Cookie" Kubisz aged 88, of Highland, IN, and formerly of Chicago (Hegewisch) IL, passed away on Wednesday December 29th, 2021, at home. Beloved wife of the late Edmund L. "Mundek '' Kubisz. Loving mother of Jerome Kubisz, Chris (Betsy) Kubisz and Susan (Joe) Murovic. Devoted grandmother of Madalin (Nathan), Joe...
Stanley E Dobosz
Dec 27, 2021
STANLEY DOBOSZ (TARZAN)
GRIFFITH, IN - Stanley Dobosz, 89, of Griffith, went home to God on Monday, December 27, 2021, peacefully in his sleep.
Stan is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Bonnie, daughter Anajean Lewis, and son Michael (Kathy) Dobosz. He is also survived by his grandchildren Mark (Rachel) Lewis, Lindsay Lewis, Michael...
Robert Ronald Urban
Dec 27, 2021
Robert Ronald Urban age 86 of Highland passed away on Monday December 27th, 2021.
He is survived by his daughters Linda (late James) Barlog, Karen Maruszczak, Sandy Judd, grandchildren Amanda (Eric) Sarkady, Jennifer Maruszczak, Jaime Verville, Samantha (Josh) Roa, Aimee Maruszczak, Makayla Mueller, great-grandchildren Finnley and Sullivan Roa, Nolan and Aria Sarkady, Jazlene Escobedo, Brielle Maruszczak, Kyle...
Eileen M Janovsky
Dec 26, 2021
Eileen Janovsky age 96 of Griffith passed away on Sunday December 26, 2021.
She is survived by her daughter Rose (Dennis) Colbert of DeMotte, nine grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren, siblings Harriet Woosley, Geneva (John) Harder, Kenneth (Karen) Koeneman, sister-in-law Carol Koeneman, brother-in-law Lester Kegebein and numerous nieces and nephews.
Eileen was preceded in death by her...
Helen M Farley
Dec 24, 2021
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Daniel C. Ramirez
Dec 23, 2021
Daniel Charles Ramirez age 33 of Hobart, Indiana passed away on Thursday, December 23rd, 2021. He was born in Hammond, Indiana on May 24th, 1988.
He is survived by his daughter: Emily Ramirez; mother Deborah Ramirez-Bravo; Father: Daniel Jevyak; brothers: Thomas Jevyak, Ryan Jevyak, Tyler Ramirez, Collin Stover; and sisters Angelique Dougherty, Kaitlyn "Kitty" Jevyak, and Oriana...
Scott Charles Kaska
Dec 20, 2021
Scott C. Kaska age 54 of Gary, formerly of Westchester, IL, passed away on Monday December 20th, 2021.
He is survived by his wife of three years, Kristina, sister Jean (Don) Koegel, and aunt Bernice Miller.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday December 29th, 2021, beginning at 12 NOON at St. Mary's Catholic...
Donna Mae (Erdelles) Silva
Dec 18, 2021
Donna Mae (nee Erdelles) Silva peacefully left this life on Saturday December 18th, 2021, to be reunited with her heavenly father and her son, Paul Jason. What a glorious day for Donna, but a heartbreaking one for the family who adored her.
Donna was preceded in death by her son Paul Jason Silva, parents Nicholas and Josephine...
Elias Joseph Williamson
Dec 7, 2021
Elias Joseph Williamson age 20 months of Hammond passed away on Tuesday December 7th, 2021.
He is survived by his mom, Katlynn Williamson, brother Colton Williamson, grandparents William and Jennifer Fox, great-grandparents, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Cremation was chosen and there are no services scheduled at this time.
Elias enjoyed being...
Everett P Hardel
Dec 4, 2021
Everett P. Hardel, age 88, of Crown Point, Indiana went to his heavenly home following a brief illness on December 4, 2021. Everett was the son of the late Frances and Paul Hardel and is survived by his wife, Beverly Hardel and sister, Elvira Bard (97) of Utica, Michigan.
Born in 1933, Everett grew up in San...
Beverly Jean Shelby
Dec 1, 2021
Beverly Jean Shelby AKA (Big Grandma) of Hammond Indiana
Daughter of the late Arthur and Helen DeWolf . Departed this life at her eldest daughter's house in St Louis Missouri surrounded by her family on Dec 1, 2021 at the age of 88.
She is survived by her children Patty (Mike) Andrews , Sharon (Don)...
Kenneth C Stamper
Dec 1, 2021
Kenneth C. Stamper age 83 of Crown Point passed away on Wednesday December 1st. 2021.
He is survived by his children; Laurie Kae Penman (Michael Schaefer), Lynda Lou (Fred) Brey, Lisa Gaye (Charles) Gamblin, grandchildren; Dylan (Amanda) Stamper, Bobbie Sue (Mike) Kvachkoff, Nick (RaeAnna) Brey, Kurt (Kendal) Brey, Trent Brey, Lauren (Ricky) Rodriguez, great-grandchildren Brianna, Olivia, and...
Larry Anthony Bloomer
Nov 30, 2021
Larry Anthony Bloomer age 59 of Griffith passed away on Tuesday November 30th, 2021.
He is survived by his siblings; Mike (Julie) Bloomer, Charlie (Vicky) Bloomer, Lorrie (David) Fox, Tim (Linda) Bloomer, many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and his four-legged companion Dingo.
Larry was preceded in death by his mother Barbara Bloomer and brother Danny...
Jerome "Jerry" D Dombrowski
Nov 29, 2021
Jerome "Jerry" D. Dombrowski age 75 of Hammond passed away on Monday November 29, 2021.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years; Linda, daughter Crystal (Dean) Burrell, siblings David (Dana) Dombrowski, Lorraine Walston, Steven Dombrowski, four-legged companions Hope, Faith, Max, Chewbacca, Katie, and his winged companion Mr. B the Bird.
Jerome was preceded...
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