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Beverly J Zmigrocki
Dec 2, 2019
Beverly J. Zmigrocki age 69 of Griffith passed away on Monday December 2, 2019.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years; Thomas, brother; Michael (Kathy) McQueary, nieces; Ami (Andy) Stout, Jennifer (Chris) Thomas, Tracy Cox (Hickman), Carey Anne (Mac) Stewart, and nephew; Eric (Anita) McQueary.
Beverly was preceded in death by her parents...
Nancy J. Pavelka
Dec 1, 2019
It is with great sadness the family of Nancy Jean Pavelka announces her passing on Sunday December 1, 2019 at age 76.
Nancy will be forever remembered by her children Marty, Rich, and Jenny (Darren McEntire), grandchildren; Morgan (Mike Weage), Amanda, Thomas, Mae, and Matthew, sister; Connie Pepler, and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Nancy...
Donna M (Yursi) Janesko
Dec 1, 2019
Donna M. Janesko age 96 of Merrillville passed away on Sunday December 1, 2019.
She is survived by her children Catherine (Rich) Koby and Patricia Olen, grandchildren; Susan (Mourad) Nafti, Angela Sahm, Dr. Peter (Tessa) Caccavallo, Dion Noel, and Troy (Lynn) Noel, great-grandchildren; Kyleigh (James) Knotts, Jacob Caccavallo, Piper Caccavallo, Sofia Nafti, Parker Noel, and numerous nieces...
Robert L Bair
Nov 25, 2019
Robert L. "B.B" Bair age 76 of Griffith passed away on Monday November 25, 2019.
He is survived by his children; Ronald Bair, Sue (Late Robert) Ally, Aron (Robin) Schuhrke, James Schuhrke, and Cherie (Greg) Hausenfleck, grandchildren; Breanna and Robert Ally, brother; Jack Bair, and several nieces and nephews.
Robert was preceded in death by...
Adriana P Saucedo
Nov 21, 2019
Adriana P. Saucedo age 27 of Portage passed away on Thursday November 21, 2019.
She is survived by her siblings; Paula (Todd) Biller, Diana Meeks, Chris Saucedo, and Stephanie Saucedo, nieces and nephews; Melanie (Goce) Lazoski, David (Alyssa) Johnson Jr., Isiah Mangrum, Rickey Bailey, Chianti Bailey, A'nalia Arroyo-Saucedo, Miquel Rincon, and Christian Rincon, one great niece, three...
Brian N Mccann
Nov 21, 2019
Brian McCann age 51 of East Chicago passed away on Thursday November 21, 2019.
Brian was a man who lived every day to its fullest. He took pride in having served in the Navy. After his time in the military, Brian took chances that eventually led to him enjoying the life of being a Poker dealer in...
Phyllis A. (Govert) Beckham
Nov 16, 2019
Phyllis A. Beckham (nee Govert) age 78 of Griffith, passed away on Saturday November 16, 2019.
She is survived by her son David Beckham; sisters Eleanor Nichels, and Marilyn (Francis) Joyce; brothers Carl Govert and her twin brother Phillip (Mary) Govert, and by her numerous nieces and nephews. Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents Harry...
Corey M Rutkowski
Nov 10, 2019
Corey M. Rutkowski age 29 of Griffith passed away on Sunday November 10, 2019.
Corey attended Griffith High School. He was a very kindhearted and caring person with a great sense of humor. He loved to write music and make songs. Corey loved talking about cars with his dad and joking around with his mom. Corey had...
Samuel A Nye
Nov 10, 2019
Samuel Archie Nye "Peepa" age 95 of Griffith IN passed through the gates of Heaven on November 10, 2019
He was born on April 8th, 1924 in Blackton AR, the loving son of Willard Henry Nye and Myrtle Elizabeth Rodgers Nye. He was preceded in death by his beautiful bride of 70 years Lillie Mae Leonard Nye....
Kent W. Downing
Nov 5, 2019
Kent W. Downing age 53 of Gary, formerly of Griffith passed away on Tuesday November 5, 2019.
Kent is survived by his sister; Jennifer Hill, brother; Kurt (Jannette) Downing, niece; Breanne Downing, special friends Nick, April, Whalen, and Bev Arnold and a host of other close friends.
Kent was preceded in death by his parents...
Virginia "Susie" Ann (Metz) Heusing
Nov 5, 2019
Griffith - Virginia "Susie" Ann (Metz) Heusing, 80, died at home on Tuesday, Nov 5, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. She was born February 10, 1939, in Chicago Heights, IL, the daughter of Charles R. "Dick", and Lucille E.H. (Rice) Metz.
Virginia graduated from Momence Community High School in 1956 and went on to attend...
Rachel D Przewoznik
Nov 3, 2019
Rachel Przewoznik age 34 of Monon, formerly of Hammond passed away on Sunday November 3, 2019.
She is survived by her siblings; Joseph Przewoznik, Ronni Przewoznik (Jessica), and Tony (Roberta) Przewoznik, loving nieces; Nevaeh Przewoznik, Samantha Przewoznik, and Magen Kennoi, nephew; Edward Przewoznik, her best friends Michelle Walczak, Maegan, Lauren, Natalie, Arianna, Kellie, and Beth, uncles; Norm...
Juanita "Joann" (Paz) Trevino
Nov 2, 2019
Juanita "Joann" Trevino age 75 of Hammond, passed away on Saturday November 2, 2019. She is survived by her husband of 55 years Simon E.; children Simon L. (Tammy) Trevino, Gabriel (Deborah) Trevino, Marco (Courtney) Trevino; grandchildren Amanda, Carissa, Valentino (Lisa), Alyssa, Sara, Wyatt, Miranda, and Helena; great grandchildren Enrique and Mia; siblings Anna Maria (Alfonso) Moreno, Luis Paz...
Shirley R. (Bourrell) Donsbach
Nov 1, 2019
Shirley R. Donsbach age 83 of Hobart formerly of Calumet Township, passed away on Friday November 1, 2019.
She is survived by her children Vickie (Dave) Cather and Luke (Rhonda) Donsbach; grandchildren Justin, Holly, Brittani, Austin, Nick, Tyler, Luke, and Kyle; daughter-in-law Carol Donsbach and by several nieces and nephews. Shirley was preceded in death by her...
Fredrick P Garrard
Oct 31, 2019
Fredrick Paul Garrard, better known as "The Deacon" by his friends and family, passed peacefully in his sleep at the age of 80 on October 31, 2019 at his lifelong home in Griffith. Fred was born on June 9, 1939 in Gary, IN. to Harry and Pauline Clarkson Garrard.
Fred attended Valparaiso University on a basketball scholarship....
Lorretta D. Bean
Oct 24, 2019
Loretta D. Bean age 69 of Hammond, Indiana passed away on Thursday October 24, 2019. She is survived by her Husband of 45 years Donald, children Sheri Thompson, Dan (Sandra) Thompson, Don (Marytherese) Bean and David Bean and by her numerous grandchildren and three great grandchildren, brother Craig (Becky) Metcalf and her four legged companion Charlie ll.
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Nanette K Raduenz
Oct 23, 2019
Nanette K. Raduenz, age 61, of Dyer passed away on Wednesday October 23, 2019. She is survived by her husband of 35 years Gary, son Michael (Julie), with granddaughter Zoey; siblings Diane Kowalisyn, Pam Kowalisyn, and Nick Kowalisyn; nephew, Alex (Stephanie) Kowalisyn with son Bentley; niece Shawna (Keith) Coleman with children Lillian and Maverick; and by numerous cousins and...
Dreama A. Jeffries
Oct 10, 2019
Where there is grief there was so much love. Dreama was such a compassionate mother, loving wife, and phenomenal friend. The privilege to know her gave the ability to laugh hysterically and love unconditionally. Dreama A. Jeffries age 59 of Hammond, passed away on Thursday October 10, 2019. She is survived by her husband of 18 years William "Bill";...
James "Jim" W. Fauth
Oct 10, 2019
James "Jim" Fauth age 88 of Highland Indiana passed away on Thursday October 10, 2019 at his residence with his family by his side. He is survived by his wife of 43 years Ruth, Children, Marlene Huffman, David Fauth, Diana Buikema, Dawn Fauth and Tracy (Curtis) Day, Eight grandchildren, sisters; Carol Kurowski, Margie Jarczyk, Sandy Hjemvick and Marilyn Fauth,...
Fred N Zwoll
Oct 7, 2019
Fred N. Zwoll Of Highland passed away on Oct 7, 2019. He is survived by his daughter Gabriella Zwoll:; mother Katheryn,and his sister Jodi (Steven) Krcelich.
Preceded in death by his father Fred W. Zwoll. Funeral services were private. For more information please contact White Funeral Home at (219) 924-4100 or visit us at www.whitefuneralhome.com
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