obituaries

Nov 26, 2020

Linda D. Castilla Avalos, 59 , of Portage, left our world peacefully to become an angel on November 26th, 2020. Linda was born on February 13th, 1961 in McAllen, Texas to Mary (Barrera) and Jose Castilla.

Linda was a daughter, sister, mother, wife, and friend to many. Linda grew up in Portage, Indiana and attended Portage High...

Nov 26, 2020

James M. Spence, age 50, of Portage, passed away Thursday, November 26, 2020 at home. He was born on April 8, 1970 in Gary, Indiana to James and Judith Spence. Jimmy had a heart of gold and would give anyone the shirt off his back. He will always be remembered for his loving spirit. He enjoyed listening to 70's...

Nov 25, 2020

Alex Anderson, age 70, of Hobart passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at the Northwest Health Porter Hospital in Valparaiso.  He was born July 9, 1950 in Falkirk, Scotland to the late Alec and Margaret (Stewart) Anderson.  Alex was a retired quality control inspector for US Steel slab mill.  He was a member of the Loyal Order of the...

Nov 24, 2020

Jacqueline "Jackie" (nee McCaleb) Bartley, age 93, of Portage, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Rittenhouse Village.  She was born in Trimble, Tennessee on October 7, 1927 to the late Thomas and Vetra (nee Hundley) McCaleb.  Jackie played basketball at her high school in Tennessee.  She regularly attended church and loved Jesus.  She was a member of Portage...

Nov 23, 2020

Betty Barrow

Age 89 of New Chicago affectionately known as Maw Maw went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, November 23,2020. She was born on May 15, 1931 to the late Asa and Mae Roark. Betty was a member of First Baptist Church of New Chicago, where she served along side her husband, Bro....

Nov 22, 2020

Beverly A. Fackler (nee Schau) passed away peacefully in her sleep November 22, 2020 at the age of 90.    She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Clifford, after 60 years of marriage, and also her brothers, Richard Schau, Ronald Schau, and David Schau, and her sister, Phyllis Miller (nee Schau).

She is survived by her...

Nov 21, 2020

Leroy Wineinger, age 92, a longtime Hobart resident, passed away of complications related to COVID-19 on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at the Crown Point Christian Village.  He was born on July 10, 1928 in Cuzco, Indiana to the late Levi and Olive Wineinger.  He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy.  Leroy was a co-owner of three pharmacies...

Nov 20, 2020

Richard G. Hines, age 69, of Hobart, passed away Friday, November 20, 2020 at St. Mary Medical Center.  He was born in Gary, Indiana on August 27, 1951 to the late Richard E. and Georgia (nee Wilding) Hines.  Richard loved Blues music and enjoyed computers. He will be remembered as a big sports fan.  He cherished the time spent...

Nov 20, 2020

PATRICIA EDMAISTON, age 71, of Portage, passed away Friday, November 20, 2020 at Golden Living Center.  She was born on January 9, 1949 at in Chicago, IL.  Patty was a graduate of St. Jerome High School and went on to take computer science classes.  She will be remembered for her larger than life personality and her heart of gold....

Nov 20, 2020

Elizabeth Ann Kelly, age 32, of Portage passed away Friday November 20, 2020 at her home with her loving family by her side.  She was born May 25, 1988 in Munster, Indiana. Elizabeth was a client and employee of Opportunity Enterprises while her health allowed. Elizabeth loved her family dearly and will be sorely missed.

Elizabeth is...

Nov 19, 2020

Theodore (Ted) J. Jarosak,Sr., age 94, of Portage, passed away Thursday, November 19, 2020. He was born in Gary, Indiana on April 13, 1926 to the late Joseph and Anna Jarosak. He was the oldest of nine children. Attended Tolleston High School, Gary, Indiana. Enlisted in the US Navy in 1943 during World War II. Served On the Destroyer...

Nov 19, 2020

MARIA DOLORES BRAN, age 80, of Lake Station, passed away Thursday, November 19, 2020. She was born on March 12, 1940 in San Jose, C.C. Jalisco, Mexico.  Maria was a homemaker and above all loved taking care of her family.

She is survived by her sons, Ramon A. Bran, Jose F. Bran; daughters, Ana (Roy) Guzman and...

Nov 19, 2020

Kevin Michael Rhoads

Age 55, of Portage passed away Thursday, November 19,2020 at home. He was born on December 22,1964 in San Diego California to Daniel and Cynthia (nee Kitchen) Rhoads. He worked at Nalco in Schaumburg, IL as a senior site manager for many years. He married the love of his life Jamie (nee Corbett) Rhoads...

Nov 19, 2020

Juanita J. Spicer

Age 84 passed away Thursday, November 19, 2020 at Miller Mary Manor in Portage. She was born on March 27,1936 in Carbondale, Illinois to the late Joseph and Beatrice (nee Jolly) Wright. Juanita was a member of Portage United Pentecostal Church and dedicated her life to her church and family . She will be...

Nov 18, 2020

Irene J. Schechner, age 95, of Portage, passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2020 surrounded by her family at home.  She was born in Starkweather, North Dakota on March 27, 1925 to the late Martin and Ida (nee Hofland) Hofstad.  Irene enjoyed baking and sewing and was very proud of her Norwegian heritage "UFF DA". She will be remembered as...

Nov 17, 2020

Esther S. Plinovich, age 101, passed away Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at Crown Point Christian Village.  She was born in Campbell Hill, Illinois on October 11, 1919 to the late Carl and Emma (nee Bense) David.  Esther was a huge Chicago Cubs fan and a NASCAR fan who liked Jeff Gordon because he looked like her grandson.  She enjoyed...

Nov 16, 2020

Karen P. Quade, age 78, of Portage, passed away Monday, November 16, 2020 at VNA Hospice in Valparaiso.  She was born in Gary, Indiana on March 17,1942 to the late Charles L. and Elizabeth (nee Durham) Quade.  Karen was a member of Nativity of Our Savior Catholic Church in Portage.  She was a member of American Association of Critical...

Nov 16, 2020

Laura Lynn (nee Connors) Vernon, age 47, of Lake Station, passed away Monday, November 16, 2020 at home. She was born on November 2, 1973 in Chicago, Illinois to William and Judith Connors. Laura was a 1992 graduate of Merrillville High School. She worked as a medical assistant for Dr. Milton Gasparis for over 20 years.

She...

Nov 15, 2020

Rachelle A. Riley, age 54 a lifetime Lake Station and Portage resident passed away Sunday, November 15, 2020.  She was born in Gary, Indiana on June 15, 1966 to the late Keith and Joyce Carr.  Rachelle worked for Plina Inc. as a truck driver.  She was a longtime member of the American Legion Post 100 Ladies Auxiliary.  Rachelle loved...

Nov 14, 2020

Ryan B. Thews, age 29 a former Lake Station resident passed away Saturday, November 14, 2020.  He was born on November 9, 1991 in Valparaiso, Indiana.  Ryan grew up in Lake Station.  He worked all over as a Union Painter and  Concrete Finisher in which he was thankful to his uncle Joe for teaching him the trade at age of...