Rev. Richard A. Orlinski
May 18, 2026
Rev. Richard A. Orlinski Age 78, of Hammond, Indiana, was called by the Lord on Monday, May 18, 2026.
Father Richard, former pastor of St. John Bosco, Hammond, is survived by his loving brother, Robert (Geri) Orlinski; many cherished nephews, nieces, cousins, dear friends, and members of the faithful whose lives he touched throughout his years of ministry. He was preceded...
Debra L. Swinford-Allender
May 10, 2026
Debra Lynne Swinford-Allender
Debra L. Swinford-Allender, age 66, of Highland, Indiana, passed away surrounded by loving family on Sunday, May 10, 2026.
Debra is survived by her loving sisters, Cindy (James) Rodgers and Linda (Joe) Kartje; cherished daughters, Christine (Michael Takada) Allender and Holly Kraig (Raevyn) Helton; precious nieces and nephews, Christopher Swinford, Jenna (John) Gensic, Joseph Kartje, Ben (Lindsay) Kartje, Zach...
V. Susan Gryfakis
Apr 22, 2026
V. Susan Gryfakis
Age 80, of Highland, formerly of Hessville, IN, was called by her Lord and Saviour on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
Susan is survived by her loving daughter, Janice M. Gryfakis; beloved nephews, James (Jennifer) Mecha and Richard Reynolds; and dear and special friend, Patti Carpenter. Preceded by her Parents, Herbert and Mary Rose Reynolds; husband Eftyhios “Ef” Gryfakis; brother,...
Genevieve L. Burton
May 15, 2026
Genevieve L. Burton (nee Wise) Age 98, of Portage, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Portage.
Genevieve was a loving mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, and a friend to many. She was a devoted homemaker who had a true passion and talent for quilting and crocheting. In her earlier years, she...
Clara B. Clark
May 6, 2026
Clara B. Clark (nee Clevinger) Age 91, of Hammond, Indiana, was called by the lord on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
Clara is survived by her loving sons, Merrill (Sandi) Clark and Rob (Penny) Clark; precious grandchildren, Heather (Brian) Money, Janelle (Johnny) Knox, and Jordan Clark; cherished great-grandchildren, Will Knox, Hope Knox, Zoe knox, and Elijah Money. She is preceded in death...
JoAnne M. Villa
May 1, 2026
Highland, IN – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of JoAnne M. Villa, age 92, who passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 1, 2026.
JoAnne will be deeply missed by her children: sons, Timothy Villa (Michele), and Pete Villa; daughter, Jackie Masters; grandchildren: Tara and Hannah Villa,...
Cheryl M. Rosen
May 1, 2026
Cheryl “Nonnie” M. Rosen (nee Macko) Age 79, of Highland, Indiana, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Survived by loving husband, Gregory A. Rosen who called Cheryl “My Beautiful Bride” for 57 Years; devoted sons, Thomas Gregory Rosen, Michael Gregory (Teresa) Rosen, and Joseph Gregory Rosen; Nonnie to handsome grandsons, Dr. Michael A. Rosen (Dr. Jordyn...
Noel Wigsmoen
Apr 23, 2026
Noel Wigsmoen, age 72, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2026.
Noel was a proud graduate of Calumet High School, Class of 1972. A talented drummer from Gary, Indiana, he played in several bands throughout the years and had a true passion for music. Noel also loved spending his Sundays on the golf course, enjoying the game he cherished...
John Edward Madrigal
Apr 23, 2026
John Edward Madrigal, of Schererville, formerly of Griffith, IN passed away peacefully on Thursday, April, 23, 2026 at the age of 88.
He was the devoted husband of 68 years to the love of his life, Dolores “Lola” Madrigal (nee Corona). Together they built a beautiful life centered on faith, family, and services to others. He is survived by his loving...
Patricia A. Bearss
Apr 18, 2026
Patricia “Pat” or “Patsy” Ann Bearss (nee Kaznak), age 87, of Highland, Indiana passed suddenly and peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Pat lived a joyful life with fierce independence and a sense of adventure that lives on through her family. Her home was filled with love, encouragement, and fun. She enjoyed living her whole life in the...
Edward "Ed" J. Skrundz
Apr 18, 2026
Edward (Ed) J. Skrundz
of Schererville, formerly of East Chicago, IN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the age of 65. He was born on March 9, 1961, to the late Joseph and Benedicta (nee Rockley) Skrundz.
Ed, who will be deeply missed, was a loving brother to John (Connie) Skrundz and Mary Anne Levander. He is also survived...
Regina M. Kirincic
Apr 17, 2026
Regina M. Kirincic (nee Gualandi)
of Highland, formerly of East Chicago, IN, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17, 2026, at the age of 67. She was born on February 2, 1959, to the late Gene and Betty (nee Street) Gualandi.
Regina, who will be deeply missed, was a devoted wife of 48 years to Joe Kirincic and a loving mother to...
Franklin L. Champion
Apr 17, 2026
Franklin L Champion, of Schererville, IN, passed away peacefully after a brief illness, on Friday April, 17th, 2026 at the age of 55. He was born August 4, 1970, in Hammond, IN to the late Mary C. Champion and late William G Champion Sr.
He was the devoted husband of 30 years to the love of his life, Mary Jean Champion....
Sharon "Sherry" K. Heiss
Apr 15, 2026
Sharon “Sherry” K. Heiss (nee Knaver), age 77, passed away peacefully at her home in Leesburg, Virginia on April 15, 2026. Sherry was born August 20,1948 and grew up in the Hessville section of Hammond, IN. She always considered Northwest Indiana as her “home”, cherishing memories with family and friends and returning to the “region” whenever she had the chance.
Sherry...
James "Jim" D. Obacz
Apr 15, 2026
James “Jim” D. Obacz
Age 88, of Calumet City, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Jim is survived by his loving children, James D. (Kim) Obacz Jr, Bruce (Sherri) Obacz, Tina (late, Paul) Bock, Larry (Susan) Obacz Sr., Valerie (Byron) Kirkpatrick; and 13 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 14 great great grandchildren. Preceded by his dear wife of 42...
Edwin "Ed" J. Szalony
Apr 14, 2026
Edwin "Ed" Szalony
Age 65, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
Edwin is survived by his loving mother, Alice J. Szalony (Surowiec); brother, James A. Szalony; and aunt, Patricia (Fred) Long. He is also survived by many dear cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Edwin J. Szalony Sr.
Edwin was a proud graduate of...
Rafael C. Colón
Apr 12, 2026
Rafael Carlos Colón
Age 51, of Indianapolis, Indiana, went to be with His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, April 12, 2026.Rafael is survived by his loving Mother, Anita Félix; Father, Rafael Colón; and his Step-Mother, Luz Colón.; late grandparents, Carlos F. Ramos; Modesta F. Ramos; Rafael Colón Sr., Camerina Colón; and (living) Pablo (late, Carmen Luz) López-Vargas. He will...
Feliciano "Felice" C. Bucio Jr.
Apr 12, 2026
Feliciano Cervantes Bucio Jr.
of Crown Point, formerly of Hammond, IN, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at the age of 52. He was born on December 23, 1973, to Feliciano Sr. and the late Erma Bucio.
Feliciano, who will be deeply missed, was a devoted husband of 15 years to Kristin Bucio and a loving father to Braiden, Colton,...
Jerome "Jerry" A. Nowak
Mar 31, 2026
Jerome “Jerry” A. Nowak
Jerome A. Nowak, age 89, of Griffith, Indiana, formerly of Hegewisch, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Phyllis Nowak (nee Hoven); devoted children, Donna (late, Terry) Redmond, Sue (Richard) Bocian, Jerry – Lani Velez Nowak, and Ann (Greg) Twardosz; precious grandchildren, Stephanie (Justin) Gardner and Jerome...
Steve Bandura
Mar 30, 2026
Steve Bandura
Age 95, of Griffith, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 30, 2026.
Steve is survived by his loving sons, Timothy (Kathleen) Bandura, Steven (Nan) Bandura, and Gerald (Joyce) Bandura; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 70 1/2 years, Sophie Bandura (nee Depa); loving brothers, Andrew (late, Florence) Bandura, Michael (still living,...
