obituaries

Mar 12, 2014

Dorothy M. Justus, age 71, of Lake Station passed away March 12, 2014. She was born November 21, 1942 in Evanston, Illinois to the late John and Dorothy Sherman.

She is survived by her daughters, Tammy Walters, Sandra Justus, Robin (Thomas Rohleder) Justus and Donna Justus; grandchildren, Cassie Elkins, Christopher Keith, Ashley Justus, Brandon Walters, Brittney...

Mar 10, 2014

Thelma Hickman (nee Brown), age 74, a lifelong resident of Hobart, IN passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, March 10, 2014 surrounded by her close friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Leonard, in 2011; her parents, Forest (Brownie) and Jane Brown. She graduated from Merrillville High School, received her BA from...

Mar 10, 2014

William Joe Cooper, age 52 of Portage passed away Monday, March 10, 2014. He was born on October 17, 1961 in Gary, Indiana to the late Leroy Glen and Mary Jane Cooper. He was a longtime Northwest Indiana resident and had worked as a Diesel Mechanic for many years. He is survived by his son, Matthew Cooper of Michigan City,...

Mar 10, 2014

Carl E. Loman, age 70, of Lake Station passed away Monday March 10, 2014 at Methodist Hospital Gary. Carl was born May 27, 1943 in Louisville, KY to the late Herbert and Bettie (Abel) Loman. Carl was a veteran of the US Army Reserves. He was a retiree of US Steel. Carl was a member of New Albany American Legion...

Mar 9, 2014

Jose A. Santos, age 81, of Valparaiso passed away Sunday March 9, 2014 in the Porter Regional Hospital in Valparaiso, Indiana. Jose was a retired steelworker. He retired from LTV Steel in 1983. Jose was born March 3, 1933 in Cayey, Puerto Rico to the late Pablo and Concepcion (Fuentes) Santos. Jose was the Patriarch of his family and will...

Mar 8, 2014

Betty Jane Peek, age 84, of Portage, IN passed away Saturday, March 8, 2014. She was born October 13, 1929 in Shelbyville, Tennessee to the late Enos and Julia Reed. Betty was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and was loved by all who knew her. She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. Betty is survived...

Mar 8, 2014

Robert J. Goudie, age 85 of Portage passed away Saturday, March 8, 2014. He was a longtime Portage resident and was formerly of Orland Park, Illinois. He was born on August 29, 1928 in Blue Island, Illinois to the late James and Gladys Goudie. Robert served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. He worked as a Salesman for Paul...

Mar 7, 2014

Christopher W. Brown, 53 of Woodbridge, VA died on March 7, 2014 at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. He was born on September 25, 1960 in Indiana. With 24 years of dedication to the Prince William County Service Authority, he was the supervisor of the Meter Department. Christopher was an avid Cubs fan, and baseball was more than a sport...

Mar 4, 2014

VIESLAVA "VESHA" WALDORPH, age 91, of Hobart, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2014. Vesha was born in Chicago on July 9, 1922 to Vincent and Frances Jarosh. She grew up in Glen Park and graduated from Lew Wallace where she was very active in student organizations. Vesha had lived in Hobart since 1954 where she was a member of Community...

Mar 4, 2014

David F. Dixon Jr. Portage, Indiana Age 66, passed away Tuesday, March 04, 2014 at St Mary Medical Center in Hobart. He was born on February 25, 1948 to David F. and Beatrice (nee Sorrell) Dixon Sr. in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He was a retired Millwright from U.S. Steel, a lifetime member and a 4yr. commander of the S.A.L Post 260...

Mar 4, 2014

WINIFRED J. "WINNIE" SCHNEIDER, age 69, of Portage, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2014. She was born in Chicago, IL on May 27, 1944 to George and Philomena Workman. Winnie was a homemaker who was artistic and enjoyed crafting. She was a former honorary member of Portage Jaycees. Winnie will be deeply missed and remembered as a loving wife, mother...

Mar 2, 2014

David "Davey" Gaughan Jr. Lake Station, Indiana Age 25, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2014. Davey was born on May 9, 1988 to David and Cynthia (nee Nicwander) Gaughan in Chicago, Illinois. He worked in parts and services for the Indiana Department of Transportation. Davey was an avid sports lover; he enjoyed softball, baseball, rock climbing, bean bags and golf....

Mar 2, 2014

Christopher Joseph Schlosser, age 82, a longtime Hobart resident passed away Sunday March 2, 2014 at his home. He was born September 15, 1931 in Jackson Heights New York to the late Michael and Betty (Lettang) Schlosser. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He retired from the Coca Cola Company where he had worked as a Service...

Feb 27, 2014

Paul Kenneth "Carpet Paul" Horbovetz, age 58 of Hobart passed away Thursday, February 27, 2014. He was born on February 1, 1956 in Gary, Indiana. Paul graduated from Lew Wallace High School, Class of 1972. He worked as a master craftsman and carpet and flooring installer. He was a Jack of all trades. Paul was a musician and flute player...

Feb 27, 2014

Anne Therese Recupido, age 56, of Westville ended her courageous fight with lymphoma on Thursday, February 27, 2014. Anne was born November 21, 1957 in Riverdale, Illinois to the late Frank and Eleanore (Nugent) Recupido. Anne was a loving companion, sister, and aunt. She was loved by all her family and friends and will be greatly missed. We send her...

Feb 27, 2014

Irvin "Ed" Cartagena, Sr., age 53, of Lake Station passed away February 27, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 3, 1961 in East Chicago, Indiana to the late Cruz and Maria Cartagena. He was a veteran of the US Navy and a member of the VFW Post #100 in Lake Station. He is survived by...

Feb 26, 2014

Robert Lee "Bob" Farley, age 71 a longtime Hobart resident passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2014. He was born on April 30, 1942in Marion, Kentucky to the late Jessie and Clara Farley. He worked for the City of Hobart Street Dept. for 42 years retiring in 2006. Bob was a longtime member of the Bible Baptist Church in Portage. He...

Feb 26, 2014

Herman "Sid" Wilson, age 79 a longtime Northwest Indiana resident passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2014. He was born on January 3, 1935 in Aliceville, "Sapps", Alabama to the late Joseph and Dovie Wilson. He retired from U.S. Steel after many years of service. Herman enjoyed horseshoes, cleaning cars, gardening, being outside in nature and giving the kids a hard...

Feb 24, 2014

JIMMY K. BALL, age 74, of Portage, passed away Monday, February 24, 2014 at Saint Mary Medical Center. He was born on September 27, 1939 to the late James and Cora Ball. He was a 48-year resident of Portage. Jimmy retired from Ford Motor Company. He was a member of Emmanuel Baptist of South Haven. Jimmy enjoyed fishing and hunting...

Feb 19, 2014

Richard Dale Wrolen, age 68, of Hobart passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at the Kindred Vencor Lake Shore Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. Dale was born October 13, 1945 in Belleville, Illinois to the late George M. and Celeste (Clemmens) Wrolen. Dale was a US Air Force Veteran and retiree of US Steel where he worked as a Hooker. He...