James E. Murphy
May 28, 2015
James E. Murphy, age 89, of Portage passed away Thursday May 28, 2015 at the Brookdale of Portage Assisted Living Center. James was born October 11, 1925 in Japton, Arkansas to the late Claude and Ovie (Jackson) Murphy. James was a millwright that retired from Bethlehem Steel in 1998. James will be greatly missed by his family and friends. James...
Bobby G. Powell
May 27, 2015
BOBBY G. POWELL, age 83, of Hobart, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015. He was born on November 26, 1931 in Sturgis, KY. He served in the United States Army and was a retiree of EJ & E Railroad. Bobby will be deeply missed. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Doye (nee Benton); daughter, Cheryl L. Powell;...
Richard B. Lach
May 27, 2015
Richard B. Lach Portage, Indiana Age 79, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at Millers Mary Manor in Portage, Indiana. He was born on April 7, 1936 to the late Bruno and Lenora (Nee Pikula in Gary, Indiana. Richard was a retired Industrial Salesman for G.W. Berkheimer. On May 3, 1958 Richard married the love of his life Virginia Petritis...
Neva Madeline Akers
May 25, 2015
Neva Madeline Akers,"Grandma" a Northwest Indiana resident passed away Monday, May 23, 2015. She was born on April 21, 1929 in Grafton, West Virginia to the late James Carl and Hazel Vurl (nee Wiseman) Rutherford. She moved to Brandner, Ohio where she raised her 2 children with her husband Cleve Brown. Madeline worked 40 years at Ottawa Rubber Co. She...
Warren Mckay
May 25, 2015
Warren McKay, age 76, of Lake Station passed away Monday May 25, 2015 at the Vibra Hospital of North West Indiana in Crown Point, Indiana. Warren was born August 5, 1938 in Harrisburg, Illinois to the late James and Ethel (Karnes) McKay. Warren worked as a florist for Galler's Florist in Gary for 16 years prior to going to work...
Mary Louise Tino
May 25, 2015
Mary Louise Tino, age 101, of Portage, passed away Monday, May 25, 2015. She was born on February 9, 1914 in Sample, Kentucky to the late Charles and Hattie Armstrong. Mary Louise had a wonderful sense of humor. She enjoyed cooking and was an excellent seamstress. She will always be remembered as a dedicated wife, sister, aunt and friend to...
Freddie Leon Rich Sr.
May 24, 2015
Freddie Leon Rich Sr., age 77, of Hobart, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2015. He was born on September 4, 1937 in Robinson, Illinois to the late Franklin and Ollie Rich. Freddie was very active in the Hobart community. He dedicated a lot of time to coach and umpire Hobart Girls Softball, Little League and Soccer. He was an honorary...
Helen Rae Coleman
May 23, 2015
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of Helen Rae Coleman (Bateman). Helen went to be with our Lord on Saturday, May 23, 2015, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 19, 1932 in Noland, AK., the daughter of Lena Margaret Tracy and Ray Davis. Helen graduated from Wheeler High School...
Gary E. Goodwin
May 22, 2015
GARY E. GOODWIN, age 84, of Hobart, passed away May 22, 2015 while surrounded by his family. He was a lifelong Hobart resident. Gary married Skip (nee Cole) on November 29, 1952 at St. Joseph the Worker in Glen Park. He retired from EJ & E as a General Foreman. Gary was a member of the American Legion Post #54...
Carleton D. Keever
May 21, 2015
CARLETON D. KEEVER, age 82, of Portage, passed away on May 21, 2015. He was born in Gary on June 12, 1932 to the late Orlando and Lena Keever. Carl served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Inland Steel as a recorder after many years of service. He is survived by his wife, Mary Keever;...
Konstantinos M. Karakozis
May 21, 2015
Konstantinos M. Karakozis, age 72, of Portage passed away Thursday May 21, 2015 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born May 28, 1942 in Chios, Greece to the late Mihail and Kalliope (Mihalas) Karakozis. Konstantinos was a chef for the Rosewood Family Restaurant. He was an avid cook; he was a loving Husband, Father and Papou. Konstantinos...
Robert Lewis Sufana
May 20, 2015
Robert Lewis Sufana, age 92 a Portage resident since 1956 passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at his home. He was born on August 17, 1922 to the late John and Mary Sufana. He served his country in the U.S. Army. Bob retired from Inland Steel. He served as past adjunct at American Legion Post 260 in Portage. He was...
Timothy F. Sullivan, Jr.
May 20, 2015
TIMOTHY F. SULLIVAN, JR., age 74, of Portage, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2015. He was born on October 14, 1940 in Chicago, IL. Timothy had been a Portage resident since 1985 coming from Homewood, IL. He earned his Bachelors and Masters Degrees from Depaul University and a Doctorate from John Marshall Law School. Timothy was employed as a teacher...
David L. Shedrow
May 20, 2015
DAVID LEE SHEDROW, age 64, of Hobart, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2015. He was born on June 15, 1950 to Clarence and Vera June Shedrow. David was a Parachute Rigger in the US Army Infantry and was a member of the American Legion Post #20 in Crown Point. He worked as pipefitter and as a member of the...
Donald Lee Halford
May 19, 2015
Donald Lee Halford, age 58 of Lake Station passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at Vibra Healthcare in Crown Point, Indiana. He was born to Russell and Rosemary (Marrilynn) Halford. Donald lived in the area his entire life. Don was a man who worked hard and well to provide for his loved ones. His generosity knew no bounds. Every...
Thomas A. Croll
May 18, 2015
Thomas A. Croll, age 91, of Hobart, passed away Monday, May 18, 2015. He was born on February 11, 1924 in Berlin Heights, Ohio to the late Warren and Sophia Croll. Tom proudly served his country as a Signalman second class in the United States Navy during World War II, and was awarded a Purple Heart. He graduated from Emerson...
Marilyn Marie Ousley
May 17, 2015
Marilyn Marie Ousley (Nee Cardwell) 52, of Lake Station passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2015 at home. She was born on April 2, 1963 to the late Charles and Loretta (nee Gayheart) Cardwell in Chicago, Illinois. Marilyn was a Lake Station and Hobart area resident for over 25 years coming from the Chicago area. Marilyn was a member of...
Peter Charles Tomaga
May 17, 2015
Peter C. Tomaga, age 47, of Hobart, IN, passed away on May 17, 2015 at St. Mary's Medical Center. Peter was born on February 4, 1968 in Gary, Indiana. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Hobart. Peter worked Maintenance for Arcelor Mittal. On May 20, 1989 Peter married the love of his life Sandra Schaeffer at Emmanuel...
Eric M. Kunstman
May 17, 2015
Eric M. Kunstman, age 40, of Portage, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 17, 2015. He was born on August 9, 1974 in Crown Point, Indiana. He was a mechanic for Fed Ex and enjoyed working on cars and trucks in his free time. Eric will be remembered as a loving son, brother and friend. He is...
James Robert Coster
May 17, 2015
James Robert Coster, age 77 of Portage passed away Sunday, May 17, 2015. He was born on August 25, 1937 in Gary, Indiana to the late James and Virginia Coster. He graduated from Merrillville High School in 1955 and went on to serve his country in the U.S. Navy on the ammunition ship USS Mt. Baker. He was a member...
