Alvis Cox
Mar 9, 2016
ALVIS COX , age 90, of Portage, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2016 while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Knox County, KY on November 8, 1925 to the late Walter and Sarah (nee Moore) Cox. Alvis retired from US Steel after 30 years of service. He enjoyed participating in the Turkey Shoot at the American Legion...
Robert Michael Nevarez
Mar 9, 2016
Robert Michael Nevarez Sr., age 52, of Hobart, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2016. He was born on September 17, 1963 in Pico-Rivera, California to Olga (nee Melendez) Nevarez and Ralph Nevarez. Robert was a self-employed trucker. In his free time, Robert enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather,...
Ruby L. Dial
Mar 8, 2016
Ruby L. Dial, age 100, of Francesville and formerly of Portage passed away Tuesday March 8, 2016 in Crown Point. Ruby was born July 11, 1915 in Wilkinson, West Virginia to the late Carl and Maggie (Collins) Swims. Ruby retired from the Sunbeam Corporation in 1979, where she worked in production. Ruby is survived by two daughters: Patricia (Rev. Lee)...
John Gavelek
Mar 7, 2016
John Gavelek, age 77, of Hobart, passed away Monday, March 7, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 18, 1938 in Gary, Indiana to the late Henry and Mary Wolfe. John began his career at Nipsco, in 1959, working his way up to being the head of the gas street department. In his free time, John...
Daniel C. Gonzalez
Mar 7, 2016
Daniel C. "Danny" Gonzalez, age 74, of Portage, passed away Monday, March 7, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 11, 1942 in Laredo, Texas to the late Jesus and Concepcion Gonzalez. He spent his career working as a steelworker for Arcelor Mittal Steel. In his free time, Danny was an avid car enthusiast and spent...
Alfred S. Govorchin
Mar 7, 2016
Alfred S. Govorchin, age 84, of Valparaiso, formerly of Hobart, passed away Monday, March 7, 2016. He was born on January 4, 1932 in Gary Indiana to the late Samuel and Mary (nee Medanic) Govorchin. On July 11, 1975 in Highland, Indiana, he married, Bernice (nee Grakey) Govorchin. He retired after a 32 year career in education. He was a...
Norma C. Mccord
Mar 6, 2016
Norma C. McCord, age 88, of Hobart passed away Sunday March 6, 2016 at her home. Norma was born June 3, 1927 in South Pittsburgh, Tennessee to the late Samuel and Ellen Elizabeth (Cheek) Carter. Norma was a homemaker, mother, and grandmother. She loved spending time with her family and with her Church. Norma was a member of the Crown...
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...
