obituaries

Dec 18, 2023

Joanne Catherine Troutman (nee Fitzsimmons), age 86, of Hobart passed away Monday, December 18, 2023. She was born on October 22, 1937, in Gary, Indiana to the late James and Mary Fitzsimmons. On May 25, 1957, she married Terry Troutman and together they raised four children. She was a kind and loving person who truly never met a stranger....

Dec 16, 2023

Randy Wayne Trover, age 64, of Hobart passed away Saturday, December 16, 2023. He was born on March 7, 1959, in St. Charles, Kentucky. Randy proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy. He retired from The Times Newspaper, where he worked as a press operator. He was a BBC movie buff and really enjoyed...

Dec 16, 2023

Thomas "Tommy" Gonzales, age 68, of Miller Beach Indiana, passed away on December 16, 2023. He is survived by his two children Dawn (Johnny) Martinez of Crown Point IN and Michael (Elizabeth) Gonzales of Munster IN; the loves of his life, five grandchildren Johnny & Dominic Martinez and Ayden, Julian & Madelyn Gonzales; eight siblings and a plethora of...

Dec 15, 2023

James E. Osika, age 76, of Portage, Indiana, passed away with his loving wife by his side on Friday, December 15, 2023.

He was born on October 16, 1947 in Gary, Indiana to the late Barney and Ann Osika.  He was a member of the Portage Missionary Baptist Church and attended the men's Monday night bible study.  ...

Dec 15, 2023

Shandra Morris, age 61, of Lake Station passed away on Friday December 15, 2023. She was born on January 25, 1962, in Sutton, West Virginia to the late Garry Allen and Evelyn W. Morris. She worked at Arman's as a customer service associate for many years. Shandra was a very kind, supportive soul and would help anyone she could....

Dec 15, 2023

Nancy L. Zazado (nee Vereb), age 84, of Portage, IN, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023.

Nancy was born on August 21, 1939 in Grindstone, PA to the late William and Irene (nee Totin) Vereb.  She was a graduate of Red Stone Township High School, Class of 1957.  Nancy married William C. Zazado, "Bill", on June...

Dec 14, 2023

In Loving Memory of Michael D Benka

April 5, 1948 - December 14, 2023

Michael D Benka, a dedicated husband, father, and cherished friend, peacefully passed away on December 14, 2023. Born on April 5, 1948, Michael's life was characterized by service, love, and a deep commitment to those closest to him.

A...

Dec 14, 2023

MaryAnn Bearss, 88, of Portage, was called home to be with the Lord Thursday, December 14, 2023.  She was born October 7, 1935, in Gary, Indiana to the late Gilbert D. and Dallas I. (Monahan) Tucker.

MaryAnn married the love of her life, Kim Bearss, in September of 1958 and they were together for 60 years until...

Dec 13, 2023

Aletria "Kay" Mardis-Storkman, age 66, of Hobart passed away Wednesday December 13, 2023, at St Mary Medical Center in Hobart. Kay was born November 20, 1957, in Gary, Indiana to the late Richard and Martha (Alvey) Mardis. Kay was a Certified Nursing Assistant for over thirty years and worked for many local nursing centers ending at Addison Pointe Health...

Dec 13, 2023

Thomas E. Coates, age 78, of Hobart passed away Wednesday December 13, 2023, in his home with his family by his side. Thomas was born April 10, 1945, in Gary, Indiana to the late Milton and Alfreda (Kossow) Coates. He worked for 19 years as a respiratory therapist for St Mary Medical Center, he also worked for Buy Low...

Dec 12, 2023

Tamara Sue Davison

Age 62, of Chesterton passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Valpo Care and Rehab, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 14, 1960, to Harold E. Fifield and Joyce E. (nee Hamilton) Fifield. Tamara loved the outdoors, going to the beach, baking, and doing crafts. Some of her favorite things...

Dec 11, 2023

Donna Faye Coburn

Age 85, of Chesterton, passed away December 11, 2023. She was born March 5, 1938, in Harrisburg Illinois to Richard and Veva Foster, who preceded her in death.

On January 29, 1959, she married James Coburn who preceded her in death in 1980. After being widowed as a young mother, Donna worked...

Dec 10, 2023

Libby A. Krasoczka (nee Skiba), age 87, of Hobart passed away Sunday, December 10, 2023, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on February 12, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Leo and Clara Skiba. Libby was an incredibly talented artist, fishing expert, master handywoman extraordinaire, loved her pool time, and a free spirit. She always...

Dec 8, 2023

Roger Lee Hill, age 79, of Portage, IN passed away on Friday, December 8, 2023.

Roger was born on August 26, 1944 in Leon, WV to the late Mont and Bessie (nee Howell) Hill and was one of twelve children.  He was a member of the Labor Union 81 and retired in 1993.  After retiring, Roger worked...

Dec 8, 2023

Jerry Lee Evans, age 80, of Hobart, passed away Friday, December 8, 2023. He was born on March 15, 1943, in Gary, Indiana to the late Jeff and Thelma Evans. He was a 1960 graduate of River Forest High School.  On August 7, 1965, he married Donna Evans in Hobart. Jerry was a dedicated tradesman and worked as a...

Dec 4, 2023

Janis Kaye Moore, 79, of Portage, passed away Monday, December 4, 2023.  She was born April 12, 1944, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and adopted by the late Raymond T. and Helma A. (Mieras) Moore at six days old.

Janis grew up in Iowa where she earned a bachelor's degree in journalism at the University of Iowa.  She...

Dec 3, 2023

Debra Marie Renn

Age 70, of Hobart passed away Sunday, December 3, 2023, at her home. She was born on September 17, 1953, in Gary, Indiana to the late Mickey and Virginia Mucha. Debra was a 1971 graduate of River Forest, and she retired from Jewel Osco in Munster after 33 years, where she worked as a...

Dec 3, 2023

Cassandra "Cassie" (nee Padlo) Belshaw

Age 75, of Portage, passed away Sunday, December 3, 2023, at her home. She was born on October 15, 1948, to the late Stanley A. and Janice (nee Clement) Padlo Sr. in Gary, Indiana. Cassie was a 1966 graduate of Tolleston High School in Gary. She married the love of her life...

Dec 2, 2023

Olive Evelyn Shinabarger, age 82 of Hobart passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on December 1, 1941, in County Antrim in Northern Ireland to the late Noel and Thomasena Wright. She spent her younger years moving to many different countries before finally settling in the United States. On...

Dec 2, 2023

Flemenia "Mena" Wilson, 88, of Lake Station, Indiana passed away Saturday, December 2, 2023.  She was born June 10, 1935, in Chicago Heights, Illinois to the late Dominick and Rose (Panici) Rossi.

Mena is a first-generation United States citizen, her parents immigrated here from Italy and raised a large family with twelve children. Mena was married to...