Obituaries

Jan 14, 2018

Thomas D. Eaton of the Miller Beach section of Gary, Indiana, passed away in the early morning of Sunday, January 14, 2018, after a long battle with cancer.

Tom was born on April 14, 1937 in Perrysville, Pennsylvania to Harry D. & Virginia Eaton, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his sister, Anita Underwood,...

Jan 12, 2018

Mary Pacurar Malick, age 89, of Schererville (formerly of East Chicago and Griffith), passed away on Friday, January 12, 2018.  She is survived by her children: Greg (Alice) Malick, Dawn (Gary) Borella, Mary (Barry) Haddon; grandchildren Samantha and Kara Borella, Edward and Brittney Malick; Daughter-in-law Jennifer Malick; Brother John Pacurar.  She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews,...

Jan 9, 2018

James R. "Jim" Buehler age 61 of Griffith, passed away on Tuesday January 9, 2018.

He is survived by his children Kristen (Ryan) Stablein, Rob Buehler; grandson Jackson Stablein; brothers Mark (Heidi) Buehler, Doug (Paul Mueller) Buehler, Robert (Kathy) Buehler, and by his many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Jim was preceded in death by his...

Jan 6, 2018

William T. Hartman Jr. age 79 of Griffith, passed away on Saturday January 6, 2018. He is survived by his children Debra Hartman, Keith Hartman, and Craig (Nancy) Hartman; grandchildren Amanda, Jay, Ben, Carly (Andrew), and Hanna; great granddaughter Saylor. He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, cousins, and by his First Christian Church family. William was preceded...

Jan 5, 2018

Jeffrey Huff Sr. age 57 of Gary passed away on Saturday January 5, 2018. He is survived by his son Jeffrey Huff Jr; sister JoAnn Poulter and four legged companion Snow.

Jeffrey was preceded in death by his Mother Evelyn Hoskins, brother Terry Hoskins and sister Deborah Frost.

Memorial service will be held on Saturday...

Jan 2, 2018

Mary M. Radziwiecki (nee Wajda) age 92 of East Chicago passed away peacefully on the morning of January 2, 2018 at her home. She is survived by her loving son, Dr. Ted (Henrieta) Radziwiecki, her cherished sister, Genevieve (late Paul) Wojdyla of Hammond and many special nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Frank and...

Dec 26, 2017

An obituary is not available at this time for Cynthia Marie Lopez. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 25, 2017

Richard L. Smiddy age 84 of Steger, Illinois passed away on Monday December 25, 2017. He is survived by his brothers; Russell (late Betty) Smiddy, Jim (Julie) Smiddy; eight nieces and nephews and many grandnieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Russell and Irene; wife Louise (nee Irby) Smiddy.

All services...

Dec 22, 2017

Dolores A. Hauer (Ferry) age 80 of Cedar Lake formerly of Terra Haute passed away on Friday December 22, 2017. She is survived by her children Rose (Les) Alexander, Joan (Jack) Garmany, Donald Ferry, John Ferry, Paul Ferry and Renee (Butch) Miller; fourteen grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren and by her siblings; Joan Chervenko, Dorothy Fox and Mary Jo (Ish)...

Dec 21, 2017

John Gilbert Neil, 58, of Herndon, Virginia, passed away on December 21, 2017. He is survived by his mother, Helen Neil (Pantazis) of Griffith, Indiana; siblings Laura Loudenber (Scott) of Griffith and Tom Neil (Patty) of Dallas, Texas; niece and nephew, Sarah and Kevin of Dallas; and longtime close friend Lisa McTavish of Herndon. John was preceded in death...

Dec 21, 2017

Juan A. Garcia age 66 of Hammond passed away on Thursday December 21, 2017.

He is survived by his wife Alma; children Juan R. Garcia, Claudia (Saul) Terrazas, Blanca Garcia and Omar Garcia; grandchildren Saul, Samuel, Alexandra and Parker several brothers and sisters.

Juan was preceded in death by his parents Jose and Rose.

Dec 21, 2017

Peggy J. Thiel age 85, of Griffith, passed away on Thursday December 21, 2017. She is survived by her husband of 66 years George; Children: Michael Thiel, Larry (Robin) Thiel, Sandra (Sam) Chen; grandchildren Joshua (Elizabeth), Matthew, Tommy, Danny, Candice, and Carson; great grandchildren   Andrew, Kate, George, and Betty. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and...

Dec 19, 2017

Angie Slacian age 87 of Dyer, Indiana Passed away on Wednesday December 19, 2017. She is survived by her "adopted" daughter; Cynthia Hutchison; and by her nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents Charles and Aniela Slacian; 5 brothers and 4 sisters. A Memorial Service will be held on February 24, 2018 ...

Dec 18, 2017

Connie L. McCarter-Sanasack age 78 of Dyer passed away on Monday December 18, 2017. Born and raised in Hammond to Burns and Lenore Gerber. She left Tech High School in 10th grade to marry Larry McCarter who preceded her in death. She learned the trade of book keeping and tax preparation and retired at the age of 70 from...

Dec 18, 2017

Theresa R. Darnell (nee Drapac) age 85 of Griffith, passed away on Monday December 18, 2017. She was a devoted mother and grandmother to Carla (Bob) Jerred, Mary Darnell, Andrea Darnell, Kenneth T. (Becky) Darnell, Dan (Karen) Darnell, and Ted Darnell; grandchildren Bonnie, Ben, Jackie, Janna, Lauren, Kevin, Erin, Michael, Kenny, Jamie, Chloe, Marissa, and by her numerous great...

Dec 17, 2017

Thomas J. Doppler age 81 of Florida, formerly of Griffith, passed away on Sunday December 17, 2017. He is survived by his children Naida Doppler, Kathy (Kenny Buzea) Bedell, Cindy (Dale) Daniels, Delores(Joel) Roper, Tom (Theresa) Doppler, John (Beth) Doppler, and  Carl (Maribel) Doppler; 18 grandchildren; 7great grandchildren; brother Chuck (Barbara) Doppler, and by his numerous nieces and nephews....

Dec 12, 2017

Michael R. Schaller age 81 of Griffith passed away on Tuesday December 12, 2017.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years Margaret; children Andrea (Al) Hein, Michael Edward Schaller and Gregory (Mary) Schaller; grandchildren Calvin, Patrick (Christina), Ashley, Kara (Matt), Jeremy and by his sister Jeanette (Ed) Zolper. He was preceded in death by his...

Dec 11, 2017

Alfredo "Bizo" Cadena Sr. age 61 of East Chicago, passed away on Monday December 11, 2017. He survived by his wife, Iris, of 40 years; children Alfredo (Edith) Cadena Jr., Priscilla (Ricardo) Leal, Mario (Magali) Cadena, and Nicolette Cadena; grandchildren Anelisa, Arturo, Aaliyah, Mario Jr., Audriana, and Miguel; siblings Arturo Cadena, Adan (late Hope) Cadena, Alicia (Carl) Pantoja, and...

Dec 11, 2017

Patricia Sue Kumiega (nee Walker) age 68 of Griffith, passed away on Monday December 11, 2017. She is survived by her daughter Kim (Brad) Steapleton ; grandchildren Tyler, Madison, Allison, and Teddy; siblings Sandra (Ron) Milne, Donna Turner, Don Walker, and Dennis Walker; daughter-in-law Stefanie Kumiega; special friend Bob Bloom; and by her four legged companion Dutchess. She was...

Dec 10, 2017

Lisa A. Rodriguez age 48 of Highland, passed away on Sunday December 10, 2017. She is survived by her mother Shirley Rodriguez; father Jesse Rodriguez; and by her numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her brother Justin and by her grandparents.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday December 14th...