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Michael J. Milanec

Michael J. Milanec

Aug 31, 2021

Michael J. Milanec age 68 of Griffith passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday August 31, 2021.

He is survived by his son David (Serenity) Milanec; grandchildren Aubrienne and Andre, as well as other step grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents John and Pearl Milanec, and by his brother David Warren...

Melba J. (Burgess)  George

Melba J. (Burgess) George

Aug 25, 2021

Melba J. George age 85 of Hammond passed away on Wednesday August 25, 2021. She is survived by her children Dwayne (Jessie) George, Rodney George and "adopted" son Jim Wisniewski; grandchildren Ashley, Ali and Kyra George; great granddaughter Alayna George

Preceded in death by her parents Isaac and Maggie Burgess, husband Willie, siblings Lois, Marie, Katie, Daniel,...

Rollin  "Bob" R. Jerred Jr.

Rollin "Bob" R. Jerred Jr.

Aug 23, 2021

Rollin R. "Bob" Jerred, Jr., age 68, of Griffith, Indiana, and Queen Creek, Arizona, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021.  He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Carla, his son Bobby Jerred of Crescent City, California, his daughter Lauren King of Chandler, Arizona, his son Mike Jerred of Attica, Indiana, and his son Kevin Jerred of...

Thomas Allan Witham

Thomas Allan Witham

Aug 13, 2021

Thomas Allan Witham age 78 of Lowell, passed away on Friday August 13, 2021, peacefully at home with his wife Nancy by his side. He leaves behind his wife of 37 years Nancy; daughter Deborah (Mike) Biron of Batavia, OH.; mother-in-law Norma M. Owens of Schererville, IN., brother-in-law Pastor Terry W. Owens of Schererville, IN., brother James W. (Virginia)...

Frank J Harrison

Frank J Harrison

Aug 10, 2021

Frank J. Harrison Jr., age 82 of Highland, IN. passed away on Tuesday August 10th, 2021.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years; Sue, daughter Mary Kay (Paul) Bohney, granddaughter Kayla (Corey) Gerenda, and several nieces and nephews.

Frank was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Mary Harrison, and sisters Ann...

Marvin K. Quinn

Marvin K. Quinn

Aug 7, 2021

Marvin K. Quinn age 90 of Wilmore KY, formerly of Griffith passed away on Saturday August 7th, 2021.

He is survived by his daughters; Pam (Mike) Kovera, Rosemary (Brian) Nowitzki, grandchildren; Dan (Jennifer) Kovera, Craig Kovera, Tamra Nowitzki, Megan Nowitzki, great-grandchildren; Evan, Aidan, Carter, Cooper, nieces Barbara Napier and Suzanne Willerton, and special niece Jeanette Lesich.

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Mary E Sowles

Mary E Sowles

Jul 28, 2021

Mary E. Sowles age 75 of Gary passed away on Wednesday July 28th, 2021.

She is survived by her siblings; Charles Jack Sowles, Henry Gene (Shellene) Sowles, James Riley (Thelma) Sowles, Charles John (Susan) Sowles, Albert Earl (Maria) Sowles, Donna C. (James) Rexroat, Robert Owen (Kathy) Sowles, Karen S. Everly, sister-in-law Alice Sowles, her "grandkids", numerous nieces,...

Patty "Grams" (Burkybile)  Bridegroom

Patty "Grams" (Burkybile) Bridegroom

Jul 28, 2021

Patty "Grams" Bridegroom age 86 of Griffith. passed away at her home on Wednesday July 28, 2021 surrounded by her family.

She is survived by her children Ed (Sue) Bridegroom, Valerie (Richard) Beck, and Vanessa (Jeff) Farr; grandchildren Eric, Alison, Josh, Jon, David, Kristen, Amber, Clarissa, Bobby, and Stephanie; 14 great grandchildren and survived by her sister...

August A. Schischka

August A. Schischka

Jul 27, 2021

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Peter K. Sanders

Peter K. Sanders

Jul 24, 2021

Peter Kenneth Sanders passed away at his home in Griffith, Indiana on July 24, 2021.  Peter was born on October 21, 1932, to his beloved parents Kenneth Peter and Hazel Pauline Sanders. He grew up in Gary, Hegewisch, the East Side, and Marktown, East Chicago, Indiana.  Upon his graduation from East Chicago Roosevelt High School, Peter attended Indiana University,...

Thomas D. Dunlap

Thomas D. Dunlap

Jul 24, 2021

Thomas D. Dunlap age 69 of Crown Point, formerly of Florida and South Holland, Illinois, passed away on Saturday July 24th, 2021.

He is survived by his wife Ann; children Jaime (Andrew) Long and Michael (Ania) Dunlap; grandchildren Jackson, Andrew, and Alexander; brother Tod (Terri Ann) Dunlap; sisters Teri (Ron) Glaum and Tammy (Dan) Genesio; and by...

Thomas M. Holtzer

Thomas M. Holtzer

Jul 15, 2021

Thomas M. Holtzer age 58 of Griffith, formerly of Chicago, passed away on Thursday July 15, 2021. He is survived by his wife of 28 years Kristine, daughters Jillian and Victoria Holtzer; grandson Colin; sister Wanda Napier; niece Angela (Bob) Dils.

Preceded in death by his parents Solomon Holtzer and Ruby Napier, son Thomas Michael Holtzer II,...

Joseph Fabian

Joseph Fabian

Jul 8, 2021

Joseph "Joe" J. Fabian

November 29, 1941 - July 8, 2021

Joseph J. Fabian, age 79, of Highland, IN passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021.  He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Nell; daughter Christine (Hank Lott); sons Joseph and Michael; grandsons Roger and Avery, and canine companion Buddy; sisters in law,...

Phillip Brandon Michael

Phillip Brandon Michael

Jul 7, 2021

Phillip "Brandon" Michael age 38 of Logansport, IN passed away on Wednesday July 7th, 2021.

He is survived by his mother Donna (Jay) Eeingenberg, sister Kimberly (Jeffrey) Couch, aunts; Debra (Perry) Zack, Diana (Perry) Hershman, and nieces and nephews; Anna, Jaylynn, Denver, Kaydance, Jeremiah, and Autumn

Phillip was preceded in death by his father Sonny...

Reyna Rodriguez

Reyna Rodriguez

Jul 7, 2021

Reyna Rodriguez age 87 of Griffith, Indiana formerly of Chicago, Illinois passed away on Wednesday, July 7th, 2021.

She is survived by her children; Dolores (late Norberto) Melendez, Felix Rodriguez Jr., Nancy Rodriguez, Peggy (Rodolfo) Reyes, Alexandra (Raymond) Hernandez, grandchildren; Roberto, Nepaul, Esteban, Veneza, Norberto Jr., Adrian, Alexander, Emmanuel, Reyna, Raymond Jr., Anastasia, Gabriel, and great-grandchildren; Esteban...

Gary Lester Deyoung

Gary Lester Deyoung

Jun 28, 2021

Gary Lester "the Colonel" DeYoung age 64 of Munster, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday June 28, 2021. He is survived by his wife of 38 1/2 years Teresa; son Andrew DeYoung; Mother Carolyn DeYoung; sister Laurie (Joe) Yothment; brothers Gerald (Caroline) DeYoung and George (Joanne) DeYoung; and by his nieces, nephews, cousins and...

Shawn E. Mincy

Shawn E. Mincy

Jun 26, 2021

Shawn E. Mincy age 51 of Griffith passed away on Saturday June 26th, 2021.

He is survived by his daughter Harlynn "Harley", sons Anthony and Joseph, mother Carol Martin, sister Lynsey (Chris) Auguano, brothers Nathan Martin, Dale Parmeley, aunts Rhonda (Steve Tharp) Martin, Pam (Bob) Barnaby, Kathy (Joe) Walczak, Karen Summers, Tina (Beau) Mincy-Brooks, Julie Mincy, uncles...

Helen F. (Broschart)  Miller

Helen F. (Broschart) Miller

Jun 26, 2021

Helen F. Miller of Griffith passed away on Saturday June 26, 2021.

She is survived by her children; Richard Jr. (Lori) Miller, Mary Kay Roney, Paul (Beth) Miller, 13 grandchildren; Matthew, Megan, Macie (Fiancé Jovica Perisic) Miller, Christopher Jr. (Sarah) Roney, Raquel (Geoff) Benson, Audrey, Sophie, Andrew (fiance Ave Healey) Roney, Laurel (Ben) Pauza, Alexis (Gabe) Saliba,...

Maria L Quintero

Maria L Quintero

Jun 22, 2021

Maria L. Quintero age 95 of Griffith passed away on Tuesday June 22nd, 2021.

She is survived by her children; Jorge (Bertha) Quintero, Amelia (Jorge) Gonzalez, Jose (Karen) Quintero, Abe (Adriana Barragan) Quintero, Alberto (Marina) Quintero, many grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren, daughter-in-law Rosaura Quintero, many nieces, nephews, and her two sisters.

Maria was...

Sandra K. "Sandy" Mills

Sandra K. "Sandy" Mills

Jun 20, 2021

Sandra "Sandy" K. Mills age 67 of Hammond passed away on Sunday June 20, 2021.

She is survived by her husband of 29 years; Robert Mills, children Danny (Fiancé Dawn) Heath, Darlene (Billy) Prince, Michael "Shane" (Becca) Heath, Sheila Ritz, Sharon (Larry) Morgan, Kambria Heath, stepchildren Christopher Mills and Jeanine Zellers, 25 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, sisters Donna...

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