obituaries

Jul 17, 2024

Theodore "Teddy" T. Tuzinski, age 43, of Lake Station passed away Wednesday July 17, 2024, at his father's home. He was born May 22, 1981, in Hobart, Indiana, to Theodore and Clara Sue (Agent) Tuzinski. He enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. He also loved talking about cars, especially Shelby gt500 mustangs. He adored his niece Kayden...

Jul 17, 2024

BECKY R. DITCH, age 56, of Hobart, passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024, while surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on October 3, 1967, to the late Marvin and Bertha Hudson. She worked for many years at Wal Mart.  Becky was an avid bowler and enjoyed being part of the bowling community. She was also a devoted...

Jul 16, 2024

Alfred Creech

Age 68, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. He was born on June 14th, 1956, in Hazard KY, the son of Arvel and Beatrice (nee Combs) Creech. He was married to the love of his life, Shelia (nee Jones) Creech on March 27th, 1978. They spent 29 loving years together before her passing in...

Jul 15, 2024

Jaziah Reed Williams, beloved one year old son of Michelle Cozart Livingston and Charles Williams, Jr. passed gently into the arms of our Lord on Monday, July 15, 2024. He was born on March 9, 2023, in Gary, Indiana. In his short time here, he left an indelible mark on his family. Always smiling, he was the light of...

Jul 10, 2024

Joseph Leroy Jacob, age 64, of Lake Station passed away at St Mary Medical Center in Hobart. Joe was born February 25, 1960, in Gary, Indiana to the late Paul and Elaine (Hamilton) Jacob. He was self employed painter and wall paperer. Joseph enjoyed fishing when he was younger. His favorite TV show was the Three Stooges.

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Jul 9, 2024

Deborah Lynn Serrato (Helge), 70 years young of Portage, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024. She went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior surrounded by her daughter, BobbyJean; her ex-husband and best friend, Bob; and her granddaughters, Serena and Justina. She was born on January 21, 1954, in Valparaiso, Indiana to the late Maurice and Patricia Helge....

Jul 7, 2024

John Carter Sholey, affectionately known as Pops, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 7, 2024. He was born on February 25, 1946, in Winchester, Tennessee. Pops will always be remembered for his strong work ethic. He held many positions over the years and worked every day until he was hospitalized. He spent his happiest...

Jul 5, 2024

Joseph Manuel Paniaguas, 73, of Portage passed away in his home with his family on July 5, 2024.  He was born July 31, 1950, in Gary, Indiana to the late Manuel and Jennifer (Nee: Esposito) Paniaguas.

Joe was a brilliant man with Bachelor's Degree in Astrophysics and Master's Degrees in Physics from Indiana University, Bloomington. He attained...

Jul 3, 2024

PATRICIA A. WENDT, age 80, of Portage, passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2024. She was born in Chicago, IL on August 2, 1943, to the late John and Mary Toczylowski. Patricia loved her family and the time she spent with them.  She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, sister, companion and friend.

She was also...

Jul 3, 2024

Pamela Rae Yetsko (Nee Bliss), age 69, of Portage passed away Wednesday July 3, 2024, at Northwest Health Porter in Valparaiso. Pam was born July 8, 1954, in Gary, Indiana to the late Raymond E. and Hilda M. (Leath) Bliss. She retired from Lakeshore Bone and Joint Institute with over twenty years of service as a Switchboard Operator Receptionist....

Jul 2, 2024

Carol Jane Fesko (née Yaros), aged 81, passed away on July 02, 2024, in Phoenix, AZ. Born on January 16, 1943, Gary, IN, to the late Stephen and Evelyn (Pest) Yaros, she lived a life marked by her enduring kindness, feistiness, cheerful smile, and class.

Carol, aka Corky, graduated from River Forest High School and had a...

Jul 1, 2024

Wilma L. Gawthrop (nee Morgan) lived a long life of 100 years and witnessed generations grow in the city of Hobart, Indiana. She married Albert L.Gawthrop in 1947 and spent her life with him until his death in 2007. Wilma passed peacefully on the afternoon of July 1st, 2024. She was a woman who held her faith strong and...

Jun 29, 2024

Michael David Martinez III

Born June 29, 2024, passed away in the arms of his parents Monica and Michael David Martinez Jr. at Franciscan Hospital in Crown Point. He was born with big feet and hands and an angel's face. Although he was here for such a short time, he brought so much joy to so many...

Jun 28, 2024

Raymond Sierra, age 84 of Portage passed away Friday, June 28, 2024.  He was born on January 1, 1940, in Gary, Indiana to the late Benerando and Mary Sierra.  Raymond was the International Vice President of the Long Shoreman's Association, the Executive Vice President of Local 1317 of Cleveland, OH, President Emeritus of Local 1969 of Portage, and the...

Jun 28, 2024

Rebecca Ann Buehler, 62, of Hobart passed away Friday, June 28. She was born August 16, 1961, in East Chicago, Indiana to the late Steven and Mathilda (nee: Stofko) Krcmaric.Becky Married Jack Buehler and together they raised two children. Becky was a character who knew how to have fun. Her laughter was infectious, and she enjoyed entertaining others as...

Jun 28, 2024

Thomas E. Jeffers, age 84 of LaPorte passed away Friday, June 28, 2024. He was born on April 30, 1940, in Buffalo, West Virginia to the late Neal and Mildred Jeffers. On July 15, 1959, he married Henrietta Hackney in Lebanon, Virginia. Tom retired from US Steel after twenty years of working as a roll turner. He then went...

Jun 25, 2024

Mauro J. Colunga- Gonzalez

Age 67 passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Northwest Health Porter Hospital. He was born on August 24, 1956, in Charcas San-Luis-Potosi, Mexico to Amelia Gonzalez and the late, Isidro Colunga. On November 25, 1989, Mauro married the love of his life, Sue Krumrie in Portage, Indiana.  He was self-employed and lived...

Jun 24, 2024

Lindsey Marie Anderson (Brum), age 34 of Hobart, passed away Monday, June 24, 2024, at her home surrounded by family and friends. She was born on January 15, 1990, in Munster, Indiana to Scott and Karen Brum. Lindsey was currently employed as a Paramedic for the Lake Station Fire Department. She was a passionate animal lover and a voracious...

Jun 22, 2024

Judith Connell, age 64 of Hobart, passed away after a long battle with cancer on Saturday, June 22nd, 2024. She was born on October 18th, 1959, in Gary, Indiana to Lawrence and Margaret Connell.

Judy was currently employed at Liberty Elementary School as the lunch supervisor where she was loved by her "kids." Also currently employed by...

Jun 21, 2024

Alice Boone (nee Del Castillo)

Age 85 of Florida formerly of Northwest, Indiana passed away Friday, June 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 3, 1939, in Gary, Indiana to the late Joseph Del Castillo and Frances Zaitz. Alice was a retired administrative assistant at U.S. Steel, owned her own business, and...