Joseph J. Winkler
Nov 9, 2017
Joseph J. Winkler age 79 of Gary, passed away on Thursday November 9, 2017.
He is survived by his nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Katarina Winkler and by his sisters Elizabeth Wojic and Vera Winkler Kljajic.
Funeral services will be held...
Glenn Hilbrich
Nov 4, 2017
Glenn Hilbrich age 84 of San Jose, California formally of Griffith passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2017
Son of Edith nee Govert and Martin Hilbrich, and older brother to Margie, young Glenn thrived in Griffith, surrounded by extended family including dozens of cousins. Glenn later often reminisced about "dropping by" his Aunts' kitchens on baking day...
Verlon J. Fowler
Oct 30, 2017
Verlon Jr. Fowler, age 75 years, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2017, at Community Hospital, Munster, Indiana, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born on Saturday, February 14th, (Valentines Day) 1942. In Etowah County Attalla, Alabama.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Marcus and Mae Fowler; brothers Dearbus...
John D. Amos
Oct 24, 2017
John D. Amos age 55 of Las Vegas formerly of Griffith passed away on Tuesday October 24, 2017.
He is survived by his wife of 17years Ondina; children Rebecca (Michael) Andree Jr. , Hunter Amos and Tyler Amos; grandchildren Alayna, Mason and Logan; also by his siblings Vicki Lynn Garrison, Sharee Amos, Henry "Mickey" (Suzanne) Amos, Dena...
Sally Rico
Oct 21, 2017
Sally Rico age 89 of Griffith, passed away on Saturday October 21, 2017 surrounded by her family.
She is survived by her sons Rene (Norma) Rico, Ernest Rico Jr., and Robert (Kathleen) Rico; 8 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren; and by her numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents...
Dean L. Christenson Sr.
Oct 12, 2017
Dean L. Christenson Sr. age 66 of LaPorte, Indiana passed away on Thursday October 12, 2017.
He is survived by the love of his life and wife of 40 years Faye; loving children Bridgitte (Roy) Marganti, Lisa (Alan) Buckmaster, Dean (Amy) Christenson Jr., Tara (Randy) Slavin; his cherished 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; parents Milford and...
Sophrona M. (Smith) Brooks
Oct 9, 2017
Sophrona M. Brooks age 80 of Portage, formerly of Griffith, passed away on Monday October 9, 2017.
She is survived by her children Steven Brooks and Lisa (Jerry) Smith; grandchildren Emily R. (Chris) Madison and Joshua W. Smith; great grandchildren Ella Madison, Noah Madison, and one more on the way; mother Edna Smith; and by her brother...
Gerald E. Kennedy
Oct 5, 2017
Gerald E. Kennedy, age 85, of Griffith, passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2017.
He was born in Streator, Illinois to Charles and Elma Kennedy. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his brother, Norman. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Lorraine. Together they were blessed with sons: Kevin (Judy),...
Tina L. Lackner
Oct 3, 2017
Tina L. Lackner age 50 passed away on Tuesday October 3, 2017 as a result of cancer. She is survived by her father Kenneth A. Lackner, daughter Megan Lackner, grandson Michael Lackner, brother Charles J. Goldbeck, nieces Amber, Haley and Madison, and by her best friends Amanda Zivich and Holly L. Felock.
She is preceded in death...
Martha S, (King) Fisch
Oct 1, 2017
Martha S. Fisch age 80 of Griffith, passed away on Sunday October 1, 2017.
She is survived by her husband of 63 years Vern; children Brenda Ghiotto, Mike (Michelle) Fisch, Rob (Linda) Fisch and Kelly (Jr) Fisch; grandkids Crystal (Lenny), Nicole (Luke), Megan, Mike II, Ryan (Paige), Taylor, Sara and Zack; great grandkids Bailey, Benjamin and Oliver....
Rick A. Harms
Sep 29, 2017
Rick A. Harms age 57 of Portage formerly of Calumet Township passed away on Friday, September 29 2017. He is survived by his Sisters Cheryl (Don) Hamilton and Patti (Kip) Spencer; ten nieces and nephews, and by his numerous great nieces and great nephews.
Rick is preceded in death by his Parents Robert and Margaret Harms and...
Trena Lee Mcilroy
Sep 25, 2017
Trena Lee McIlroy age 43 of Valparaiso formerly of Calumet Township passed away on Monday September 25, 2017. She is survived by her children; Mya Velez, Adrian Pabon; parents Rickey (Nellie) McIlroy (Union Carpenter Local #599); grandfather Ethard McIlroy of Gary; uncles Randy (Kim) McIlroy and Billy (Kay) Stokes; aunts Kelly (Tim) Siemen and Mary Stokes and by her...
Lisa M Percak
Sep 18, 2017
Lisa Marie Percak age 54 of Hammond passed away on Monday September 18, 2017 after a brief but brave battle with cancer.
She is survived by her brothers: Steven (late Patricia), Danny (Lisa), Martin, Bruce, and Sister in law; Sue, along with numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Lisa is preceded in death...
Patricia "Pat" A. (Cristea) Farver
Sep 13, 2017
Patricia A. "Pat" Farver age 76 of Griffith passed away on Wednesday September 13, 2017.
She is survived by her daughters: Dawn (Dino) Vitalone, and Kim Farver; grandchildren: Zachary Nicol, Samantha Nicol; sister: Deb (Greg) Molnar and by her niece and nephew.
Pat was preceded in death by her parents John and Rose Cristea.
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Charlotte G. (Fines) Hartman
Sep 7, 2017
Charlotte G. Hartman age 80 of Griffith, IN passed away on Thursday September 7, 2017.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years Walter "Wally"; her children Doug Hartman (Jackie Bajza), Dawn Turner, LeeAnn Corle (Greg Adams); Grandchildren: Terry, Megan, Corey, Justin, Melanie, Trevor, and Amanda;. Great Grandchildren: Travis, Corey Jr., Leigh Leigh,...
Maria R. Maldonado
Sep 6, 2017
Maria R. Maldonado age 84 of Hobart, Indiana passed away on September 6, 2017. She is survived by her children; Lupe (Sam) Adame, Juan(Tere) Maldonado, Blanca(Pancho) Lopez, Carmen(Danny) Barajas, Pablo(Diana) Maldonado, Laz (Carmen) Maldonado, Robert "Beto" (Patty) Maldonado, Martin (Shanda) Maldonado, Frank (Myrna) Maldonado, Amparo(Frank) Porras, Edwardo" LaLo"(Lisa) Maldonado, Sylvia (Carlos) Dominguez. Also by 40 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren,...
