obituaries

Sep 11, 2023

Susan Jeanette Phipps

Age 61, of Valparaiso passed away September 11,2023 at her home. She was born on February 2, 1962, in Joliet, Illinois to the late Wesley Dean and Mary Lucille (nee Moss) Phipps. Susan worked most of her life working at many restaurants as a waitress. Susan enjoyed dancing and listening to music, arts, crafts,...

Sep 10, 2023

Edward Lee Bellinger, age 74 of Hammond passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023, at Franciscan Healthcare Crown Point. He was born on April 1, 1949, in Gary, Indiana to the late Merle and Goldie Bellinger. After graduating from Hobart High School, he proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He...

Sep 9, 2023

Cornelia "Lynn" Martin

Age 66 passed away Saturday, September 9,2023 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Hobart. She was born on September 26,1956 in Siegen, Germany to the late David Newsom and Wanda Weaver. Cornelia was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 5365 and the American Legion Post 100 both of Hobart. On March 6, 2006,...

Sep 8, 2023

Charlene F. Tschopp, age 79, of Lake Station, IN was called home to the Lord on Friday, September 8, 2023.  She was born September 15, 1943, in Gary, IN to the late Charles and Opal (nee Malott) Smith.

In addition to raising her eight children, Charlene spent her career as a private duty home healthcare aide, caring...

Sep 5, 2023

RONALD D. NORTHEY, AGE 78, of Hobart, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at Aperion Care. Ron was born on February 22, 1945 in Gary, Indiana.  Ron graduated from LaCrosse High School and went on to proudly serve his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He was a life member of the VFW Post #5365.  Ron...

Sep 4, 2023

Martha L. DeBoe, age 88, of Lake Station passed away Monday September 4, 2023, in her home. Martha was born July 13, 1935, in Crittenden County, Kentucky to the late Harry C. and Sarah (DeBoe) Vaughn. She was the owner manager of the Wheeler Inn prior to its closing in 2000. She loved cooking for her family and sharing...

Sep 3, 2023

Ernestina Benitez-Avelino, age 70 of Hobart, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023. She was born on December 11, 1952, in Tuxpan, Guerrero, Mexico to the late Epifanio Benitez and Ausencia Avelino. She was very active and enjoyed shopping, music, and dancing. As a stay-at-home mother, she dedicated her life to taking care of her family.

She is...

Sep 2, 2023

Theresa Marie Peters, 55, of Portage, IN, passed away peacefully on September 2nd, 2023, in her home. Born on September 21st, 1967, in Valparaiso, IN, Theresa was a free and independent spirit, deeply passionate about working with her hands and embracing the thrill of riding motorcycles. She had an unwavering dedication to her family and could often be found...

Sep 2, 2023

George A. Wheeler Jr.

Age 75, of Portage passed away on Saturday, September 2,2023 at Regency Hospital in Portage. He was born on January 8, 1948, in Gary, Indiana to the late George A. and Mae (nee Detterline) Wheeler. George proudly served his country in the United States Navy, where he received a National Defense Service Medal,...

Sep 1, 2023

Samuel G. Anguiano, age 74 of Hobart passed away Friday, September 1, 2023, at home. He was born on June 27, 1949, in Autlan de Navarro, Jalisco, Mexico to the late Refugio and Magdalena Anguiano. He retired from General Motors where he worked as a welder. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, riding his bike, and watching Soccer....

Aug 31, 2023

Blanca Santos, age 91, of Hobart, was called home to the Lord Thursday August 31, 2023, at the home of her daughter. She was born November 22, 1931, in Ciales, Puerto Rico to the late Emilio and Eduarda (Rivera) Rivera. She retired as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the surgical department at St. Mary Medical Center with twenty-five years...

Aug 31, 2023

Stephanie L. ODerio (nee Saunders), age 42, of Gary, IN and formerly of Jefferson City, MO, passed away suddenly on Thursday, August 31, 2023.

Stephanie was born on August 30, 1981, in Lebanon, MO to Mitchell and late Dewey (nee Kelsey) Saunders.   She attended Nixa High School.  Stephanie married Dan ODerio on October 5, 2001, and spent...

Aug 30, 2023

Mary Nell Gilland (nee McClure), age 87, of Miller, IN and formerly of Marion, KY, passed away on August 30, 2023.

Mary was born on July 12, 1936 in Marion, KY to the late Robbie and Lura (nee Cooper) McClure.  She was a graduate of Crittenden County High School, Class of 1956.  Two days after graduation on...

Aug 28, 2023

August P. Gessler, age 18 of Hobart passed away unexpectedly Monday, August 28, 2023, at his home. He was born on August 23, 2005, in Crown Point to Adam Gessler and Rebecca Marie Moser. August loved music and was a talented guitarist. He also loved art. August is at peace now.

He is survived by his parents,...

Aug 27, 2023

Eric Matthew Haynes, 21, of Hobart passed away on August 27, 2023. Eric was born in Hobart on July 18, 2002, to his loving parents Billy Joe and Kelly Haynes of Valparaiso. He is the beloved youngest brother of Billy and David Haynes.

Eric is survived by parents: Bill and Kelly Haynes, brothers: Billy (Vanessa Kroledge) and...

Aug 26, 2023

ROBERT E. MILLS, SR. Age 74, of Portage, formerly of Hobart, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023.  He was born on January 18, 1949, to the late Edman and Laurene (nee Owens) Mills.  Robert was a Bethlehem Steel retiree, where he worked for more than 40 years as an electrical engineer.  Robert loved spending time with his family, he...

Aug 25, 2023

Awilda E. Jimenez (nee Baez) passed away Friday, August 25, 2023, at home. She was born on August 6, 1945, in San Juan, Puerto Rico to the late Felix and Maria Baez. On June 10, 1965, she married Faustino Jimenez, Sr. in Gary, Indiana and together they raised five children. Awilda loved her family and dedicated her life to...

Aug 21, 2023

Marilyn A. Naggatz, age 89, of Valparaiso passed away Monday August 21, 2023, in Hobart. Marilyn was born September 13, 1933, in Omaha, Nebraska to the late Arthur and Gladys (Miller) Meyer. She was a retired elementary school teacher that taught in three states. She was a very active member of Augustana Lutheran Church in Hobart. She was the...

Aug 20, 2023

Oval Childers, 89, of Lake Station, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023.  He was born July 19, 1934, in Brook, Kentucky to the late Charlie and Bessie May (Robinson) Childers.

Oval married his late wife, Francis, on March 1, 1959, in Calumet, Indiana and together they raised three children.  Oval was a millwright with U.S. Steel.  In...

Aug 20, 2023

Junita June Briesacher, age 92, of Valparaiso passed away Sunday August 20, 2023, at the Aviva Valparaiso Assisted Living Center. June was born October 10, 1930, in Gary, Indiana to the late Clarence and Azorah (Bristow) Daniels. June was a retired Kindergarten Teacher with the Porter Township Schools with twenty-five years of service. June loved crafting and always enjoyed...