Sandra Joy Stone
Mar 3, 2016
In loving memory of Sandra J. Stone, who passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 3, 2016. She was a hard worker, kind to all and had a contagious laugh. She loved life and will be sadly missed. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She leaves behind her loving son, Kenneth (Lisa); grandchildren, Daniel (Natasha),...
Lynn E. George
Mar 3, 2016
LYNN E. GEORGE, age 63, of Portage, passed away peacefully in the presence of her loving family, Thursday, March 3, 2016 at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. She was born in Gary on December 16, 1952 to the late Harry and Miriam Schultz. Lynn married the love her life, Basil George, on July 24, 1971 at the Chapel of the Dunes in...
Janice L. Adamski
Mar 3, 2016
Janice L. Adamski, age 71, of Portage, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2016 at home. She was born on March 15, 1944 in New Orleans, LA to the late Franklynn and Helen Lanier. On August 26, 1967 she married the love of her life, John Adamski II. Jan will always be remembered by those who love her as a woman...
Wayne Lester Gale
Mar 2, 2016
Wayne L. Gale, age 85, of Portage passed away Wednesday March 2, 2016 with much of his family at his side. Wayne was born June 3, 1930 in North Judson, Indiana to the late Lester and Esther (Cawby) Gale. He served in the U.S. Army Infantry Division, from Nov. 1951 – Nov. 1959, which included service during the Korean War....
Charles R. "Chuck" Kuznicki
Mar 1, 2016
CHARLES R. "CHUCK" KUZNICKI, age 84, of Portage, passed away at home on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, after a year-long battle with cancer. Self-sacrificing patriarch of a large, loving family, he was known for his warm smile, dedication to his wife and family, and a strong desire to be of service to others. Affectionately known as "Mr. K" at Tittles...
Joyce D. Lemmon
Mar 1, 2016
Joyce D. Lemmon, age 73, of Lake Station, IN, formerly of Carrsville, KY, passed away Tuesday March 1, 2016. She was born on November 8, 1942. Joyce was a graduate of Livington Central High School in Burna, KY. She retired from US Steel -North Roll Shop in 2007. She got the most pleasure from her family and the flowers in...
Lorraine Hillan
Mar 1, 2016
Lorraine Hillan, age 91, of Hobart, passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at her home. She was born on June 29, 1924 in Gary, IN to the late Oliver A. and Julia A. Robbins. Lorraine graduated from Emerson High School in Gary, Indiana in 1943. She was a retired Clerical worker for the Lake County Government Complex, Clerk's Office. She...
William J. "Whitey" Shukitis
Mar 1, 2016
William J. "Whitey" Shukitis, III., age 79 of Lake Station passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2016. He was born on August 14, 1936 in Georgetown, Illinois to the late William and Adele Shukitis. William served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. He served as local chairman for the BRAC, Lodge 905. William retired from the E J and E...
Gregory Francis Stofko
Feb 28, 2016
Gregory Francis Stofko, age 85, of Portage, Indiana passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 28, 2016. Gregory was born on June 2, 1930 in New Eagle, Pennsylvania. He gave service to his country in the United States Army while stationed in Korea during the Korean War. He was retired after 35 yrs. of service in the Metallurgical department at Midwest...
Ruth A. Jarvis
Feb 28, 2016
Ruth A. Jarvis, age 73, of Portage, passed away peacefully Sunday, February 28, 2016 after a long chronic illness. She was born on February 3, 1943 in Greenville, Kentucky to Hubert and Ruth Etta Wilkins. Ruth graduated from Greenville High School in 1961. After High School, she attended Beauty School. On December 24, 1960 she married the love of her...
Robert A. Estrada
Feb 26, 2016
Robert A. "Bob" Estrada, age 55, of Gary passed away Friday, February 26, 2016 at home. He was born on January 18, 1961 in Gary, Indiana to Joseph and Lupe Estrada. Bob was a 1980 graduate of Wirt High School. He enjoyed working on cars and cooking for family and friends. He will always be remembered as a loving son,...
Earl W. Mcdowell
Feb 24, 2016
Earl W. McDowell, age 69, of Hobart passed away Wednesday February 24, 2016 at the St Mary Medical Center in Hobart. Earl was born October 31, 1946 in Paintsville, KY to the late Earl W. and Ruebena (Picklesimer) McDowell, Sr. He retired from the Frito-Lay, Corporation as a Route Salesman. Earl proudly served his country in the US Marine Corps...
Romualdo, "Ray" Gonzalez
Feb 23, 2016
Romualdo "Ray" Gonzalez, age 87, a long-time resident of Gary passed away Tuesday February 23, 2016 at St. Mary Medical Center in Hobart. He was born December 23, 1928 in East Chicago, Indiana to the late Francisco and Angelina (Ortiz) Gonzalez. Romualdo retired as a supervisor at Inland Steel in 1989. Mr. Gonzalez was a life-long member of Holy Rosary...
Robert J. Miller
Feb 22, 2016
Robert J Miller, age 67, of Portage, passed away Monday, February 22, 2016. He was born on February 26, 1948 to the late Fred Anthony Miller and Jean Marie (nee Robert) Miller. He worked at AT&T and Lucent Technologies. Robert was a 1966 graduate of Lew Wallace High School and proudly served his country in the Presidential Squadron in the...
David Ferguson
Feb 20, 2016
David Ferguson, age 28, of Portage passed away Saturday February 20, 2016. David was born May 30, 1987 in Hammond, Indiana to David Alan Ferguson and Mary (nee Lavely) Ferguson. David is survived by his daughter, Lilah Marie Ferguson; mother, Mary Ferguson of Portage; sister, Amber Ferguson of Tennessee; three brothers, Adam Ferguson of Portage, Joshua Ferguson of Chicago and...
Bonnie Mae Wenzel
Feb 16, 2016
BONNIE MAE WENZEL, age 84, of Hobart, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2016. She was born on April 7, 1931 in Gary, Indiana to the late Joseph and Naomi Sisson. Bonnie retired from Anderson Co. in 1996 after 37 years of employment. She was affiliated with the Women of the Moose Lodge #1507 and Lodge #249. She is survived by...
Joseph Michael Skrzypek, Jr.
Feb 16, 2016
Joseph Michael "Joey" Skrzypek, Jr., age 33, of Michigan City, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2016. He was born on November 14, 1982 in Würzburg, Germany to Joseph Skrzypek, Sr. and Joann Larosa. Joey proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army. He was currently employed as an Ironworker and was a member of the Ironworker's...
Laura A. Zieba
Feb 16, 2016
Laura Zieba, age 57 of Hobart passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2016. She was born on March 8, 1958 in Evergreen Park, Illinois. She was a longtime Hobart resident and a member of the twins club of Northwest Indiana. Laura loved taking care of her family, loved living life, loved to laugh, and was an incredible baker. She is survived...
Emily Jean Keyes
Feb 16, 2016
Emily Jean Hensel Keyes, age 93, of Valparaiso, Indiana passed away Tuesday February 16, 2016 in Chesterton, Indiana. Emily was born December 16, 1922 in Princeton, Illinois to the late Vilas and Lillian (Walter) Hensel. She was an elementary school teacher retiring from the East Maine Christian Academy. Emily's life was centered around her church and her family. Emily is...
Agnes "Aggie" Hunter
Feb 15, 2016
AGNES "AGGIE" HUNTER, age 81, of Hobart, passed away Monday, February 15, 2016. She was born in Detroit, MI on February 13, 1935 to the late John and Edna Josephine Picard. Aggie worked at Budd Company until they closed in 1972 and was a member of Assumption B.V.M. Church. She was a lifelong fan of the Detroit Red Wings and...
