obituaries

May 30, 2024

Age 34 passed away Thursday, May 30, 2024. He was born on May 29, 1990, in Valparaiso to Catherine Renee (Purcell) Vandiver and the late James Hoover. He was a 2009 Edison High School graduate in Lake Station, and he worked as a truck driver for Strack & Van Til. Jacob was an avid Norte Dame fan and enjoyed...

May 30, 2024

Margaret H. Beal

Age 97 passed away Thursday, May 30, 2024, in Upshur, Texas. She was born on March 19, 1927, in Hammond, Indiana to the late Verus and Louise (nee Gillis) Gerhardt. On September 16, 1944, Margaret married the love of her life, Russell C. Beal Sr. in Gary, Indiana, and they spent 71 loving years...

May 30, 2024

"Skooter" Howard F. Beals, 69, of Lake Station passed away peacefully in his home Thursday, May 30, 2024.  He was born June 1, 1954, in Sebree, Kentucky to the late Henry Beals and Katherine Hoseapple.

Skooter moved to the Northwest Indiana area when he was a teenager and graduated from Portage High School.  He joined the Army...

May 30, 2024

Patrica Burnham of Portage passed away on May 30,2024. She was born on June 4, 1942, to the late Walter and Stella (Nee Dobis) Orlowski in Gary, Indiana. Patrica dedicated her life to caring for her family. She enjoyed camping, fishing, bowling and slot machines. Pat will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, cousin and friend....

May 29, 2024

Marie Vaznonis, 99, of Portage passed away May 29, 2024.  She was born March 31, 1925, in Gary, Indiana.  She was married to Frank Vaznonis and they raised a son, Tom, who both preceded her in death.  According to Marie's wishes, there will be no funeral service.

May 28, 2024

Eric V. Wieneke, age 45, of Hobart passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2024. He was born on March 4, 1979, in Hammond, Indiana. Eric was a family-oriented man and dedicated his time to his sons, his girlfriend, and her children. He had a heart of gold and would help anyone in need. He was a big football fan and...

May 26, 2024

James J. "Jim" Kish, age 67 of Gary passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024.  He was born on January 29,1957 to the late Joseph Sr. and Helen Kish.  Jim attended Andrean High School and graduated from Lew Wallace High School.  He was the owner and operator of the Conoco Station in Hobart.  He also worked as an Ace...

May 26, 2024

JOSEPH A. "JOE" PEREZ, age 78, of Valparaiso, passed away, Sunday, May 26, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on March 20, 1946, in Lares, Puerto Rico to the late Juan L. and Maria Perez.  Joe retired from US Steel (formerly Midwest) as a steelworker after many years of service. He was an avid...

May 23, 2024

Michael A. Mosher, age 69, of Portage passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024, in the comfort of his home. He was born on September 20, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Robert and Marcella Mosher. Mike retired from the Teamsters Union where he worked as a truck driver for 45 years. He loved riding his Harley and enjoyed...

May 17, 2024

Jose A. "Tony" Perez

Age 80, passed away Friday, May 17, 2024, at St. Mary Medical Center in Hobart. He was born on May 8, 1944, to the late Isias and Vicenta (nee Velez) Perez in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. He married the love of his life Teresa Moreno on June 2, 1982. He was a member of...

May 16, 2024

Earline Staggs (nee Brozel), age 67 of Gary passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024. She was born on September 3, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Chester and Hannah Brozel. Earline was a dedicated member of Christian Community Church of Christ in Hammond. She was an animal lover and enjoyed taking walks and going to breakfast after church....

May 15, 2024

Robert V. "Bob" Janulis age 78, peacefully passed away May 15, 2024, at his home in Valparaiso. He was born December 14, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Chester and Alvina (nee Bornikis) Janulis. Robert proudly served his country in the United States Air Force Strategic Air Command (SAC) where he was an Aircraft Mechanic on B-52 Bombers....

May 14, 2024

Mary Claudette "Claudie" Ursitti, 82, of Crown Point, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 14 in her home with her children by her side.  She was born July 11, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Arthur and Dorothy (Nee: Powers) Will.

Claudie attended Thornton High School in Harvey, Illinois.  She married Leondo Ursitti...

May 13, 2024

Wayne Eugene Jestes, II, age 40, of Whiting passed away Monday May 13, 2024, at Community Hospital in Munster. Wayne was born November 21, 1983, in Dallas, Texas to Wayne Eugene and Joyce (Easter) Jestes, Sr. He was a Handyman of Trades and a Mover. Wayne enjoyed his guns, fishing, and driving, but most of all he enjoyed spending...

May 12, 2024

Dennis "RIP" George Ripley, age 68, passed away Sunday May 12, 2024, in his home. He was born July 18, 1955, in Gary, Indiana to the late George and Christina (Reid) Ripley. Dennis was a disabled Crane Operator. He loved camping, cooking, and taking care of his home.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Susan (Goble)...

May 10, 2024

Denise Christy, age 74, of Portage and formerly of Hobart passed away in her home unexpectedly. Denise was born June 1, 1949, in Gary, Indiana to the late Albert and Myrtle (Beck) Nault. Denise retired from Allen Landscaping after eighteen years as their in-house Bookkeeper. She was a member of VFW Post 5365 Women's Auxiliary, attended the Bonner Senior...

May 8, 2024

Michelle Ann Tiller, age 63, of Lake Station passed away in her home May 8, 2024. Michelle was born September 28, 1960, in Chicago Heights, Illinois to the late Anthony and Hildie (Fine) Jocius. Michelle's greatest joy was spending as much time as possible with her grandchildren. Family meant everything to her.

She is survived in death...

May 7, 2024

Please note that the date of the Funeral Mass for Arthur K. Richa has been changed to Tuesday, May 14, 2024.

Arthur Kenneth Richa, age 85 of Hobart passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He was born on January 12, 1939, in Kankakee, Illinois to the late Kenneth and Vivian Richa. In 1962, he married Sandra Elam...

May 7, 2024

Annette (Sissy) Tepavcevich, of Hobart and formerly of Hegewisch, IL passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024. She was born October 22,1952, in Chicago, Illinois. Annette loved to be with her family and friends. She was an employee of the Chicago Board of Education at Washington High School. Sissy enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, most of all...

May 7, 2024

Patty Lynn Peterson

Age 72 of Chesterton, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at her home. She was born on February 10,1952 to the late Donald and Patricia (nee Hertaus) Fife in Gary, Indiana. Patty retired from St Mary Medical where she worked in the Emergency Room as an administrative assistant. On April 15, 1994, Patty...