Ralph H. Lundewall
Apr 19, 2026
RALPH H. LUNDEWALL, age 68, of Hobart passed away at home Sunday, April 19, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born June 5, 1957 to the late Ralph and Lorraine Lundewall, Ralph lived life fully and on his own terms. He was a proud Operating Engineer with Local #150 for over 50 years. Ralph was a man who was always...
Robert S. Evans
Apr 18, 2026
Robert S. Evans, “Bob”, age 75, of Hobart passed away Saturday April 18, 2026, at St Mary Medical Center in Hobart. Bob was born March 13, 1951, in Gary, Indiana to the late Robert S. and Irene (Rongers) Evans. He retired from US Steel with over thirty years of service. Upon retirement, Bob proudly worked maintenance for Hilton Garden Inn...
Margarita Ramirez
Apr 18, 2026
Margarita Ramirez, age 80, of Hobart, passed away on April 18, 2026. She was born on January 21, 1946, in Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico, to the late Petronilo Ramirez and Cleotilde Serrato.
In 1962, Margarita married the love of her life, Jose Medina, and together they built a beautiful legacy centered on love, family, and devotion. She had a passion for singing...
Phillip L. Carrol
Apr 17, 2026
Phillip L. Carrol, age 75, of Hobart passed away in his home with family in attendance. Phill was born June 13, 1950, in Gary, Indiana to the late Leonard Joseph and Betty Rose (Jones) Carrol. He retired from Chicago Communications LLC where he repaired and installed radios for many area Police Departments and companies. Phillip was the rock of his...
Donald Lee Henrichs II
Apr 16, 2026
Donald Lee Henrichs II, age 70, of Lake Station, Indiana, passed away on April 16, 2026, at St. Mary Medical Center. He was born on May 3, 1955, in Michigan City, Indiana, to Esther Marie (née Cavell) Tonevich and the late Donald Lee Henrichs. Donald graduated from Bishop Noll High School in 1973. He dedicated 41 years of hard work...
David C Mardis
Apr 15, 2026
David “Dave” Charles Mardis, age 66, of Portage, Indiana, passed away on April 15, 2026. Dave was born on June 13, 1959, in Gary, Indiana, to Richard Sr. and Martha Mardis. He spent much of his life in Northwest Indiana, where he built a reputation as a hardworking, loyal, and kind-hearted man. He was employed at Cleveland Cliffs since 1979,...
Anthony DeBonis, Jr.
Apr 13, 2026
Anthony DeBonis, Jr., 75, of Hobart, passed away Monday, April 13, at the University of Chicago Hospital with his wife of 46 years, Sheila McCarthy DeBonis, beside him.
Tony, as he was known to all, was born Oct. 14, 1950, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Gary to Anthony and Isabella DeBonis and was raised in Glen Park. He attended St. Joseph...
Karen M. Peksenak
Apr 11, 2026
Karen M. Peksenak (nee McClaran), age 63, a longtime Hobart resident, formerly of Portage, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2026. She was born on March 3, 1963, in Gary, Indiana, to the late Robert and Jean McClaran. Karen worked as a Pet Groomer and was a member of the Portage Missionary Baptist Church. She supported many causes and donated to...
Macarthur Bowen
Apr 9, 2026
Macarthur Bowen “Mac,” age 83, of Lake Station, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026. He was born on June 17, 1942, in Richmond, Virginia, to the late Baker and Maxine Bowen.
On June 17, 1961, Mac married the love of his life, Eleanor Kettwig, in Crown Point. He dedicated many years of hard work to his career before retiring from...
Sandy "Sandman" Luciano
Apr 9, 2026
Sandy “Sandman” Lee Luciano, 53, of Michigan City, formerly Lake Station/Portage, IN passed away on Thursday April 9, 2026, at Northwest Health-Porter Hospital in Valparaiso, with loving family by his side. Sandy was born on November 8, 1972, in East Chicago, Indiana, to the late Earl Liepe and late Jeanette Gaston. Sandy was a longtime, former employee at J&J Pizza...
Fred R. Larson
Apr 8, 2026
Fred Russell Larson, a centenarian whose life was defined by service, faith, and family, passed away peacefully in Hobart on April 8, 2026, at the age of 100. Born on January 29, 1926, in Creston, Iowa, Fred was the son of the late Oscar and Mabel (Swanker) Larson. A proud member of the "Greatest Generation," Fred served his country during...
Alice L. Milner
Apr 6, 2026
Alice L. Milner, of Hobart, a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 6, 2026, at St. Mary Medical Center. She was born November 25, 1946, in Gary, Indiana to the late Jack and Harriet (Jeremiah) Ford. In her final days, Alice was surrounded by the love of her family- just as she spent her life...
Michael E. Vereb
Apr 4, 2026
Michael Ernest Vereb, 34 of Valparaiso departed this life on April 4, 2026, just days before his 35th birthday. Michael was born on April 6, 1991, to Michael C. Vereb and Rosie Vereb. He lived a life full of personality and energy, known by all as someone who was goofy, fun-loving, and truly one of a kind—a real character who...
Bonnie Marie Buchanan
Apr 3, 2026
Bonnie Marie Buchanan, 72, of Valparaiso, Indiana, passed away on April 3, 2026.
Bonnie was born on September 8, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, to Richard and Shirley Godfrey.
Bonnie was a proud wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She shared 42 wonderful years of marriage with the love of her life, James Buchanan, building a life centered around love, family, and laughter.
She...
Phyllis K. Anderson
Apr 2, 2026
Phyllis K. Anderson, age 89, of Lake Station passed away Thursday April 2, 2026, in her home with her family at her side. She was born December 13, 1936, in Gary, Indiana to the late Charles and Lillian (Douthitt) Sykes. Phyllis retired from Gainer Bank in 2000. She was a long-time member of Community Presbyterian Church in Lake Station. Phyllis...
Pauline Mergl
Apr 1, 2026
Pauline (née Erwin) Mergl, age 88, of Portage, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026. She was born on May 16, 1937, to the late, Charles and Evelyn Erwin in Gary, Indiana. Pauline was a proud graduate of Hobart High School, Class of 1955. Following graduation, she worked as a secretary at Hobart High School until 1958 and later retired after...
Vernon Harold Stangebye
Apr 1, 2026
Vernon H. Stangebye, age 73, of Portage and formerly of Chicago, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. He was born on April 24, 1952, in Gary, Indiana, to the late Norman and Marjorie Stangebye.
Vernon was a graduate of Indiana University Bloomington, and shortly after completing his studies, he set out on an unforgettable journey—hitchhiking across Europe and Africa. That...
Terri Lynn Pruitt
Mar 31, 2026
Terri L Pruitt
Age 69 of Valparaiso, Indiana, passed away on March 31, 2026. She was born on July 4, 1956, in Gary, Indiana, to Shelba Weiler and the late Frank Szpakowski.
On February 17, 1973, in New Chicago, Indiana, Terri married the love of her life, Rich Pruitt, beginning a lifelong journey filled with love and devotion. Terri worked as a...
John Michael Hilton Sr.
Mar 31, 2026
John Michael Hilton, Sr., age 74, of Portage, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026. He was born on October 27, 1951, in Gary, Indiana, to the late James and Rose Hilton.John dedicated many years of his career as a maintenance supervisor for Inland Steel. Outside of work, he was a talented musician who enjoyed playing guitar in several classic rock...
Colette S. Jeselskis
Mar 31, 2026
COLETTE S. JESELSKIS, age 82, of Valparaiso, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 13, 1944, in Chicago, IL, to the late Irwin and Margaret Braud. Colette treasured her years on Flint Lake, where she enjoyed water volleyball and fishing alongside her beloved late husband, Paul. She was an avid reader...
