obituaries

Jan 6, 2026

Edward "Jon" Hudson

Age 41, of Portage, Indiana, passed away on January 6,2026. He was born on December 18,1984, in Valparaiso to Edward L. and Cynthia E. (nee Fadell) Hudson.

Jon worked at Fitzsimmons Home Medical and was formerly employed as a cook and staff member at an assisted living facility. He was known for...

Jan 5, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George Sanetra,  Born June 5th, 1954.  Gone to the Lord January 5th, 2026, husband of Theresa son of the late Chester Sanetra, and Getrude (Janczy) Sanetra, brother of Donald and Robert, uncle to Sam, Shaely and Robert Jr, cousin to the 2521 North greenview crew in Chicago, and...

Jan 1, 2026

Madonna Mae Hough, age 95, of Hebron passed away at her home on January 1, 2026. She was born March 13, 1930, in Albany, Indiana to the late Archie and Mary Morgan. She was a homemaker, wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star Hebron Chapter, and a member of the Christian Church...

Jan 1, 2026

BETHSAIDA "BETSY" ROSADO SALAZAR, age 65, of Hammond, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026. She was born on May 26, 1960, to the late Ramon and Adeline (Lagares) Rosado. Betsy adored Marilyn Monroe and had a vast collection of memorabilia. She was proud of her Puerto Rican heritage and loved to listen to music and dance. Betsy loved animals,...

Dec 31, 2025

Robert A. Ronk

Age 56, of Lake Station, Indiana, Passed away on December 31, 2025. He was born on January 27, 1969, to Robert W. Ronk and the late Constance Reed in Gary, Indiana.

Robert worked as a mechanic, where he was known for a strong work ethic and mechanical skill.

Outside of...

Dec 29, 2025

Sherry Lynn Cyprian, age 58, of Lake Station, Indiana, passed away on December 29, 2025. Sherry was born on September 22, 1967, in Valparaiso, Indiana, where she spent her life surrounded by family, friends and a community she dearly loved. She worked as a dispatcher for Alert Alarm in Merrillville, Indiana, a role well-suited to her caring nature and...

Dec 27, 2025

Maria G. (Garza) Rocha, age 88 of Chesterton passed away Saturday, December 27, 2025. She was born on September 25, 1937, in Cuidad Mier, Tamaulipas, Mexico to the late Fernando and Cenobia Garza. On November 8, 1953, she married Jesus M. Rocha in East Chicago, Indiana who was devoted to her in marriage for 66 years. Maria spent over...

Dec 26, 2025

Charles Clayton Weyant, age 87, a Portage resident since 1960 passed away Friday, December 26, 2025.  He was born on February 11, 1938, in Claysburg, Pennsylvania to the late George and Jessie Weyant.  Charles was a member of the First Baptist Church of Portage where he also served as a Deacon.  Charles loved fishing, softball, and working jigsaw puzzles....

Dec 25, 2025

Jeffery "Jeff" Fitzgerald, age 65, of Hobart, passed away peacefully at home on December 25, 2025, after a courageous and long battle with Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy Type 2.

Jeff was born on August 8, 1960, in Valparaiso, IN, to the late H. Jerry Fitzgerald and Beverly (Ramsey) Fitzgerald. He graduated from Portage High School in 1978, where...

Dec 24, 2025

Caroline "Sue" Miller, age 81, of Hobart passed away Wednesday December 24, 2025, in her home. She was born February 16, 1944, in Dycusburg, Kentucky to William and Louise (Crouch) Duncan. Sue was a Homemaker, loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lake Station. She worked as a receptionist at Northlake...

Dec 24, 2025

Theresa Ann Taillon, age 90, of Hobart passed away Wednesday December 24, 2025, at the St Mary Medical Center.  Theresa was born August 13, 1935, in Gary, Indiana to the late Mark and Marie (Kratzmeyer) Pictor. She was a homemaker, wife, mother, and grandmother. Theresa was very active at St. Bridget Catholic Church and volunteered with several Catholic Charities....

Dec 22, 2025

Cecelia Mary Kenney

Age 84, of Hobart, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 22, 2025, in her daughter's home, surrounded by the love of her family.

Cecelia's life was rooted in her deep love for God, her selflessness and her devotion to her family. Her Catholic faith guided her every day and shaped the...

Dec 21, 2025

MARCIA E. STOTTLEMIRE, age 73, of Hobart, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025. Marcia was born to the late Laco Ray and Betty Louise Skinner in Lorain, OH. She was a dedicated employee of Walmart for 30 years. Marcia enjoyed BINGO and socializing with family and friends. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister,...

Dec 21, 2025

Nancy C. Fintel, age 86, of Hobart passed away Sunday December 21, 2025, at the Brickyard of Valparaiso Nursing Center. Nancy was born May 3, 1939, in Brewers, Kentucky to the late Fred Gallemore and Pauline (Riley) King. She was the owner/manager of Jack's Steakhouse in Mississippi prior to her retirement.

Nancy is survived by her son,...

Dec 21, 2025

Louis Dwight Tanner, age 58 of Eden Prairie, Minnesota passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025.  He was born on September 19, 1967 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Owen and Christine Tanner.  He was formerly a LaPorte, Indiana resident and a former member of the Door Church in Laporte.  Louis was also a member of the Cedar Valley Church...

Dec 15, 2025

Antonio Diaz, age 59, of Portage, Indiana passed away Monday December 15, 2025, at the Aperion Care Nursing Center in Gary. Antonio was born May 24, 1966, to Agapito and Elena (Montes) Diaz in Gary, Indiana. Antonio attended River Forest High School. Antonio will be missed by his loving family.

Antonio is survived by his loving mother,...

Dec 15, 2025

Rita M. Kimbrough Rita Mager Kimbrough, of Staunton, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 15, 2025, at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

Rita was born Rita Ann Mager in Buffalo, New York, to the late Engelbert and Martha (née Kussowski) Mager. A devoted Roman Catholic, her faith guided her daily life.

Rita was preceded in death...

Dec 15, 2025

FRIEDA CUNNINGHAM, age 95, of Hobart, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 15, 2025.

She was born on December 7, 1930, in Freising, Germany. Frieda moved to the United States after marrying an Army soldier in 1953. She and her late husband, Gene Huddleston, had two children, Bill and Melody, whom they raised in East Gary, now...

Dec 14, 2025

Chad B.K, Stratton,

Age 46, of Hobart, Indiana, passed away on December 14, 2025. Chad was a hardworking and talented mechanic at NLMK, where he was known for his skill, dedication, and strong work ethic. Outside of work, he was an avid antique hunter and collector of many things, always finding value and stories in old treasures....

Dec 14, 2025

Teddy Richard Garrity

Age 69, a forty-year resident of Portage, Indiana passed away Sunday, December 14, 2025.He was born on July 28, 1956, to the late James and Gladys (nee Ansell) Garrity. Teddy was a 1974 graduate of Wirt High School and retired from Leads where he worked as a metallurgical technician. He proudly served his country...