obituaries

Sep 13, 2018

Alison A. Ganz (nee Hynes), age 53, of Crown Point, passed away September 13, 2018.  She was born in Chicago, Illinois on September 11, 1965 to Thomas and Faith (nee Curtin) Hynes.  Alison was an auditor for Nissan.  She was a fan of the Bears and Judge Judy.

Alison is survived by her parents; daughter, Nicole (Jered)...

Sep 13, 2018

Elba M. Rodriguez, age 85, of Portage, passed away Thursday, September 13, 2018. She was born on January 8, 1933 in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico to the late Julio and Ana Cardona. Elba was a dedicated member of Nativity of Our Savior Catholic Church. She loved her family dearly and her children meant everything to her.

She is...

Sep 12, 2018

Doris J. Turner (nee Jones), age 80 of Portage passed away Wednesday, September 12, 2018.  She was born on May 25, 1938 in Greenville, KY. Doris was a Portage resident since 1979 and was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Hobart.

She is survived by two sons, Jeff Turner,  John Turner both of Portage,...

Sep 12, 2018

AMY RENEE HOLLAND, age 42, of Hobart, passed away Wednesday, September 12, 2018.  She was born on August 28, 1976 in Merrillville.  Amy was a graduate of Edison High School and was a server at Teibel's. She was a foodie and loved cooking for others and enjoying a good meal.  Amy was a good friend who was always helping...

Sep 10, 2018

Elisabeth Martha Frieda Moye (Nee Pahl), age 84, of Portage passed away on Monday September 10, 2018.  She is survived by her loving children, Esta (Alfons) Schubert, Brenda Langham, Frank Hunter and Stewart Hunter; her loving step-daughters, Lynda (John) Smith and Debbie Smith; beloved grandchildren, Brandon (Amber) Schubert, Mark (Angie) Schubert, Ryne Hunter, Ben Hunter and Katie Hunter; beloved...

Sep 9, 2018

Kathleen A. Fay, age 64, of Hobart passed away Sunday September 9, 2018.  She was born September 13, 1953 in Gary, Indiana to the late Luther "Jack" and Lillian (Talbot) Cooper.  Kathy worked for several Dry Cleaning Companies in the Hobart area prior to becoming a lunch lady for the Hobart Schools.  She loved spending time with her family....

Sep 9, 2018

DAVID A. CARPENTER, age 77, of Portage, passed away Sunday, September 9, 2018 at Golden Living Center.  He was born on May 15, 1941 to the late Clifford and Leona Carpenter (nee Niksch).  David was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Hobart.  He had an amazing amount of fortitude and an incredible spirit throughout the challenges he faced...

Sep 8, 2018

Gerald "Jerry" Keith Anderson, age 75, went to be with his Savior peacefully on Saturday morning, September 8, 2018. He was born in Gary, IN on September 9, 1942, to Henry and Ora Odell Anderson, both of whom preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Ellen Marie (Woodruff) Anderson; his two children, Jeff Anderson (Melissa) &...

Sep 8, 2018

KEVIN LEE KATONA, JR., age 29, of Miller, passed away Saturday, September 8, 2018.  He was born on July 25, 1989 in Valparaiso; IN. Kevin was a lifelong Northwest Indiana resident and was currently a member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, Local #1005. He enjoyed "chillin" with his brothers and cousins and friends, being on the boat, and...

Sep 8, 2018

Mickey Shoaf, age 81, of Lake Station and formerly of Temple, Texas passed away Saturday, September 8, 2018. She was born on May 13, 1937 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Robert and Agnes Sinks.

She is survived by her brother, Peter Sinks of Wauwatosa, WI; niece and caregiver, Maureen (Jeff) Lenzo of Lake Station; many, many...

Sep 8, 2018

Donna M. Wilson, age 83, of Valparaiso, formerly of Hobart, passed away Saturday, September 8, 2018.  Donna was born in Jamestown, Indiana on May 4, 1935, to the late Arnold and Elva McHargue.  She retired from American Bridge in 1984 with 30 years of service.  Donna was a devoted Christian.  She loved reading her bible, painting, and spending time...

Sep 6, 2018

John Walter Bartusiewicz, age 71, of LOFS, Crown Point passed away Thursday, September 06, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Chicago Heights, Illinois on June 10, 1947 to the late Walter J. and Stella A. (nee Bielskis) Bartusiewicz.  John retired from Wittenberg Village in Crown Point as a Health Care Administrator.  He...

Sep 5, 2018

Sheila R. Auerbach, age 83, of Hobart and formerly of Riverdale, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, September 5, 2018. She was born on July 5, 1935 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Henry and Agnes Brockmeyer. Sheila was a longtime member of Queen of Apostles Catholic Church in Riverdale. In recent years, she was a member of Assumption of the...

Sep 5, 2018

FRANCES M. SPRINGMAN, age 94, of Valparaiso, passed away Wednesday, September 5, 2018.  She was born in Monticello, IL on August 8, 1924 to the late Thomas and Ella Potts.  Frances was a faithful member of Bible Baptist Church.  She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister and friend.

Frances is...

Sep 3, 2018

Paul F. Bowdish, age 84, of Portage, passed away Monday, September 3, 2018.  He was born in Chicago, Illinois on July 30, 1934 to the late Joseph and Victoria (nee Klemick) Bowdish.  He served in the Untied States Army and then later in the United States Navy in Korea. Paul was an officer at the Elks Lodge in Ft....

Sep 3, 2018

JOSEFINA RIVERA, age 86, of Lake Station, and formerly of Gary, passed away Monday, September 3, 2018 at home while surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Barrio Mariana II, Humacao, Puerto Rico on November 27, 1931 to the late Liborio Maldonado and Juana Fontanez.  Josefina was a faithful parishioner of St. Francis Xavier and also belonged to...

Sep 3, 2018

John C.  Ursta, age 74 a longtime Gary and Portage resident passed away Monday September 3, 2018 at the Golden Living Nursing Home in Portage.  He was born on September 6, 1943 in Gary, Indiana to the late John and Mary Ursta.  He served his country in the U.S. Army helping to guard the Berlin Wall. John retired from...

Sep 3, 2018

Samuel "Tony" Antonio Rosado, age 34, of Lake Station, passed away suddenly on Monday, September 3, 2018.  He was born in East Chicago, Indiana on November 12, 1983.  Tony was a member of the Braveheart Ryderz Motorcycle Club in Gary, Indiana.  He enjoyed riding, dancing, drawing and living life freely.  Because of Tony's willingness to help others, 22 lives...

Aug 27, 2018

David Torres, age 38, of Valparaiso passed away Monday August 27, 2018 at his home.  David was born March 23, 1980 in Merrillville, Indiana to Jose and Millie (Renta) Torres, Sr.  David was a Chief Operator for BP North America in Whiting. He was a devoted family man; a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle and cousin. He enjoyed...

Aug 26, 2018

THOMAS LANCE SUGGS, age 48, of Portage, passed away Sunday, August 26, 2018 while surrounded by his loving family.  Thomas was born on March 24, 1970 in Dallas, TX.  He was employed as a steelworker at Arcelor Mittal.  Lance loved to golf, watch movies and spend time with his family.  He will be remembered for his sense of humor...