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Lois Kay Pusser

Lois Kay Pusser

Jun 18, 2021

Lois Kay Pusser age 66 of Gary passed away on Friday June 18, 2021.

She is survived by her children Robert (Christina) Pusser, Sabrina (Fiancée Carl McKenzie) Pusser, grandchildren Angelina, Aubrey, Morgan, Kaydon, and several nieces and nephews.

Lois was preceded in death by her parents, husband Percy, and sister Ann.

Funeral services...

Allen L Swanson

Allen L Swanson

Jun 2, 2021

Allen L. Swanson age 51 of Munster passed away on Wednesday June 2nd, 2021.

He is survived by siblings; Sherry (Ray) Brownfield, Carl Swanson, Rose Mary (Mike) SwansonOgorek, Margie (Mike) Cowan, second mother Donna (Wayne) Crisp, nieces Marci (Adam) Haines, Michelle (Matt) Sheridan, Emily Cowan, Grace Cowan, great-nieces and nephews Andrew, Savannah, Lucas, Benjamin, Addison, Dylan, Ethan,...

Leroy Sims

Leroy Sims

May 30, 2021

Leroy Sims was born July 12, 1941 in Lee County, AL to Mary Lee Sims and Roosevelt Moore, both of whom preceded him in death.  He resided in Birmingham with his grandparents, Will and Iola Sims until relocating to the Auburn/Loachapoka, AL area.

After graduation, he moved to Northwest Indiana and began a career at Inland Steel...

Janet Maude (Wiseman)  Wilson

Janet Maude (Wiseman) Wilson

May 29, 2021

Janet M. Wilson age 86 of St. John, formerly of Griffith, passed away on Saturday May 29, 2021. She is survived by her daughters Cherilynn (Kevin) Klebs, Carole Anne (Steven) Steele, and Dianne (Jim) Carmody; grandchildren Christopher Mihalich, Craig (Katie) Mihalich, Michael (Tabitha) Steele, Patrick (Joanna) Steele, Zachary Vinciguerra, Matthew Carmody, Ben Klebs, and Marissa (Tim) Cope; great grandchildren...

John A Sukta

John A Sukta

May 26, 2021

John A. Sukta age 78 of Crown Point, formerly of Merrillville, passed away on Wednesday May 26, 2021.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years; Diana, son Joseph (Renee) Sukta, granddaughters; Hannah, Lexi, grandson Ryan, sister Barbara O'Donnell, brother-in-law Richard (Ruth) Ramsey, and numerous nieces and nephews.

John was preceded in death by...

Joy Ann Govert-Dembowski

Joy Ann Govert-Dembowski

May 25, 2021

Joy Ann Govert-Dembowski age 76 of Michigan City formerly of Griffith, IN.

Joy A Govert, passed away at 4:39 a.m., Tuesday, May 25, 2021, in her home with her beloved husband at her side. Joy was born on December 2, 1944, in Griffith, to Maurice J and Anna (nee Elman) Govert and she was the 'JOY' of...

Juventino Lara Jr.

Juventino Lara Jr.

May 25, 2021

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Ronald W Bartnicki

Ronald W Bartnicki

May 23, 2021

Ronald W. Bartnicki, age 79 of Griffith, passed away on Sunday, May 23, 2021.

He is survived by his children Dan (Anna) Bartnicki and Karyn (Phil) Gross; Grandchildren: Aidan, Leah, Kevin, and Addison; sister: Patricia Bartnicki. Preceded in death by Judith Bartnicki (wife) and Bruce Bartnicki (brother).

Wake will be held Thursday, May 27, at...

Kathleen D Thompson

Kathleen D Thompson

May 4, 2021

Kathleen D. Thompson, age 59 of Calumet Township passed away on Tuesday May 4th, 2021.

She is survived by her daughter Chloe Thompson, mother Wilma Kovacich, brothers Jeffrey Kovacich, Steve (Lori) Kovacich, nephews Steven and Gavan, cousin Michelle Bruemen, and her beloved cat Sibley.

Cremation was chosen and there are no services scheduled at this...

Dianna Lynn (Pelfrey)  Gilsinger

Dianna Lynn (Pelfrey) Gilsinger

Apr 29, 2021

Dianna Lynn (nee Pelfrey) Gilsinger age 58, of Gary passed from this life, surrounded by family, on Thursday April 29th, 2021.

Dianna is survived by her husband Thomas Gilsinger, sons Clint (Megan) Pelfrey of Bloomington, IN, Timothy Gilsinger of Gary, IN, daughter Amber Gilsinger of Gary, IN, grandsons Logan and Everett Pelfrey, step grandson Silas Miller, and...

Robert G Harper

Robert G Harper

Apr 25, 2021

Robert G. Harper age 74, of Merrillville went to be with the Lord on April 25th, 2021.

He is survived by his wife Arlene; daughters Carolyn (Kevin) Sultz and Cindy (Brent) Sneller; grandchildren Nidra, Chantae, Deyki, Kyla, Brandon, Maddie, Clay, Michelle, Ashley, Carmello and Kevy; caregiver Christine Corey; sisters Randi and Nicki Harper; Sister-in-law Patti Seldon and...

Judith "Judy" Ann (Fortner)  Young

Judith "Judy" Ann (Fortner) Young

Apr 25, 2021

Judith "Judy" Young (nee Fortner), age 63 of Griffith, IN., passed away on Sunday April 25, 2021. She is survived by her sons Dale Young Jr, Tyler Novak, & Anthony (Candace) Young; Grandkids Victoria Bayer & Chase Young; her father Richard Fortner; siblings Nancy (Mike) Stout, Richard Jr. "Butch" (Gail) Fortner, & Michael (Marcy) Fortner; and by numerous nieces,...

David W Moore

David W Moore

Apr 22, 2021

David W. Moore age 29 of Griffith passed away on Thursday April 22, 2021.

He is survived by his mother Donna Moore, brother Joe (Elizabeth) Moore, sister Sara (Dewey) Tucker, nieces Isabella, Sadie, nephews Michael, Jack, and grandfathers Ronald Schmidt and Ronald Albin.

David was preceded in death by his father Lonnie Moore, grandmothers Helen...

Edwin "Ed" E. Power

Edwin "Ed" E. Power

Apr 19, 2021

Edwin E." Ed" Power age 74 of Hobart, passed away on Monday April 19, 2021. He is survived by his wife of 55 years Marleeta "Marti"; children Scott (Channing) Power, and Nicole (David) Binion; grandchildren Denver Cole (Ana), Madison Grace, Carson David, Eden Carina, and Ellis James; sister Judy (Tommy) Mitchell, and by his nieces and nephews. He was...

Roger Dale Totten

Roger Dale Totten

Apr 18, 2021

Roger Dale "Boom Boom" Totten of Hammond, a teacher to many and a friend to all passed away Sunday April 18, 2021 of natural causes at the age of 71, during a trip to his beloved state of West Virginia.

Roger was born in Madison West Virginia and as a child he enjoyed playing in the creeks,...

Kenneth A. Hardin

Kenneth A. Hardin

Apr 11, 2021

Kenneth Albert Hardin, born November 10, 1927, was called home by God on April 11, 2021

A beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather leaves behind his legacy of unconditional love and respect

to be reunited with his loving wife of 50 years Betty S. Hardin.

Survived by sons Roger Hardin (Griffith), Michael (Denise Graves)...

Mary K. Seiber

Mary K. Seiber

Apr 10, 2021

Mary Katherine Seiber of Griffith, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2021.  She is survived by her son David (Karin) Seiber, her grandson David Tossberg, and her sister Deanna (Rex) Ward.

She was preceded in death by J. D, her husband of 63 years, and her daughter Tammy.  Others who preceded her were her parents, David...

Julius Pater

Julius Pater

Apr 9, 2021

Julius Pater age 91 of Hammond, passed away on Friday April 9, 2021. He is survived by his sons Greg Pater and Gary Pater; grandchildren Nichole (Ryan) Hefner, Courtney, Tyler, Gary Jr, Sean, Craig, Kasea Shrock; great grandchildren Kylie, Kason, Phoenix, Raven, and August; and by his Numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by...

Steven H. Borders

Steven H. Borders

Apr 1, 2021

Steven H. Borders age 68 of Griffith, passed away on Thursday April 1, 2021 surrounded by his family. He is survived by his children: James (Abigail) Borders and Lori (Andy) Bonnell; grandson Jaxson Bonnell; Mother Norma Borders; sister Kathy Borders; brothers Donald Borders, Randy (Loretta) Borders, Thomas (Chris) Borders, and Bill (Sandi) Borders; numerous nieces and nephews; mother -in...

Phyllis A. (Bohling)  Bohney

Phyllis A. (Bohling) Bohney

Mar 25, 2021

Phyllis A. Bohney age 84 of Griffith, Indiana, died peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Thursday March 25, 2021.

She is survived by her children: Jim (Mary) Bohney, Mark Bohney, Mary (Joseph) Arnold, Paul R. (Mary Kay) Bohney, Julie (Daniel) Buksa and Amy (Roger) Wilhite, fifteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren, her sisters Judy Byer and Sharon...

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