Thomas "Tom" "Tommy" C. Vaughn
Feb 20, 2026
Thomas “Tom” “Tommy” C. Vaughn
Age 82, of Highland, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on Friday, February 20, 2026.
Tom is survived by his loving sister, Patsy Vaughn – Kille; sister-in-law, Stephanie Vaughn; his dear friend, Rita Wenglarz; aunt, Marge Osborne; and many cherished cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Anne Vaughn; brother, Jim...
Cynthia Jean Johnson
Feb 17, 2026
Cynthia J. Johnson Age 83, of Lansing, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Cynthia was a devoted wife and mother whose greatest joy in life was her family. They shared an especially close bond, built on love, laughter, and unwavering support for one another. She is survived by her two loving daughters, Kimberly Johnson and Christine (Eric) Jarmusz.
She...
Michael "Mike" S. Ogorek
Feb 17, 2026
Michael “Mike” S. Ogorek
Age 74, of Munster, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, following a brief period of medical complications.
Born and raised in Hammond, then moved to Munster, Indiana, in his teens; Mike was a proud graduate of Munster High School, Class of 1969. He went on to dedicate many years of service to NIPSCO, from which he...
Robert "Bobby" J. Villa
Jan 3, 2026
Robert “Bobby” J. Villa
age 76, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 3, 2026. He was born on March 22, 1949, in East Chicago, Indiana. He is survived by his loving daughter, Shaunna Villa; son-in-law, Kenny Hofmann, grandsons; Ty and Nolan Hofmann and many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his wife of 35 years, Rochelle Villa; his parents, Peter and...
Albert "Al" A. Villarreal
Feb 8, 2026
Albert “Al” A. Villarreal
Age 64, of Highland, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
Al is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Gloria C. Villarreal; his loving sons, Albert V. Villarreal and Anthony A. Villarreal; and many cherished family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Sally...
Richard L. Dixon, Jr.
Feb 5, 2026
Richard L. Dixon Jr.
Age 34, of Hammond, Indiana, was called by the Lord on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
He is survived by his loving parents, Richard L. Dixon Sr. and Kathleen Dixon; dear siblings, Lisa M. (Dra) Porter, Bryan L. Dixon, John A. Dixon and Nicholas Dixon; many beloved aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Preceded by his grandparents.
Solan – Pruzin Funeral...
Carmen Eva Burgos
Feb 5, 2026
Carmen Eva Burgos Age 80, of Hammond, Indiana, formerly of Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Carmen was a devoted and loving mother who dedicated her life to caring for others. She is survived by her loving children, Herminia Aponte, Mercedes Soto, Marisol Aponte and Jessica Aponte; her precious grandchildren; and her cherished...
Daniel "Danny" R. Potter
Feb 1, 2026
Daniel “Danny” R. Potter
Age 61, of Hammond, Indiana, was called by the Lord on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Known affectionately as Danny, he is survived by his loving children, Michelle (Matthew) Sheridan, Elizabeth Trevino, and Jessica (Jeramiah) Lain; precious grandchildren, Brandon, Andrew, Christian, Kylie, Savannah, Niko, Lucas, Benjamin, Alina, Madelyn, Jeramiah Jr, and Danibelle “Dani”, who proudly carries her grandfather’s name...
Emil Riccio
Jan 26, 2026
Emil Riccio
Age 78, of Munster, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, January 26, 2026.
Emil is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Janis Riccio (nee Ganz); beloved children, Josef (Helen) Riccio and Jenna Riccio; cherished grandchildren, Petar Riccio and Luci Riccio; his brothers, Benny (Carol) Riccio and Louie (Leslie) Riccio; sister, Lena (late, Michael)...
Robert J. “Bobby D.” Dereski
Jan 20, 2026
Robert J. “Bobby D.” Dereski
Age 45, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Robert is survived by his loving parents, Robert Dereski and Guadalupe (nee Moreno) Dereski; his beloved sister, Marisa (Daniel) Alexander; and his cherished nephew, Hunter Alexander. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends...
Ana C. Ruiz
Jan 19, 2026
Ana C. Ruiz
Age 45, of Munster, Indiana, formerly of South Holland, Illinois passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Monday, January 19, 2026.
Ana was a devoted and loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, godmother and friend. She is survived by her beloved husband of 21 years, Gabriel Ruiz; her 2 precious daughters, Gabriela “Gaby” and Jisele, who were...
James "Jim" Allan Szubryt
Jan 19, 2026
James “Jim” Allan Szubryt
Age 84, of Highland, Indiana, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026.
Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Mary Szubryt (nee Martin); loving children, James Paul (Sue) Szubryt, Kathleen (John) Knoppe, Michael (Tracey) Szubryt, Robert Szubryt, and Adam (Ellen) Szubryt; 17 precious grandchildren and 8 adored great-grandchildren; loving siblings, Joseph (Poungpet) Szubryt, Bernadette “Bernie”...
Minerva A. Trevino
Jan 16, 2026
Minerva A. Trevino (nee Almaraz)
Age 90, of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 16, 2026.
Minerva was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life centered around faith, family and service to others. A longtime member of Holy Trinity Croatian Church, her faith remained an important part of her life.
She was a dedicated homemaker and...
Arlene P Sasser
Jan 10, 2026
Arlene P. Sasser (nee Kosmoski)
Age 93, of Schererville, IN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Arlene was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was rooted in love and family. She is survived by her loving daughters, Paulette (Tom) Petro and Leanne (Les) Balogh. She was a cherished grandmother to Natalie (Kevin) Babcock and Doug (Kristen) Balogh;...
James "Jim" Ronald Knapp
Jan 9, 2026
James “Jim” Ronald Knapp
Age 83, of Peoria, IL formerly of Hammond, IN, passed away Friday, January 9, 2026.
Jim is survived by his loving sister Judy (Walter) Zukowski; and several dear nieces and nephews who will cherish his memory. He is preceded by his beloved mother, Gladys (nee Burton) Knapp.
Jim was a proud graduate of Purdue University in Lafayette, where he...
Phyllis D. Elo
Jan 8, 2026
Phyllis D. Elo (nee Zencka)
age 89, of St. John, Indiana, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026. Phyllis is survived by her loving children: John R. (Rae) Elo, Philip (Lori) Elo, Brian (Melanie) Elo, Timothy (Lisa) Elo; grandchildren, Melanie (Mike) Pieper, Daniel (Nicole) Broholm, Charlotte, Abigail, Jack, Grace, Darby, Nolan and Cordelia Elo; great grandchildren, Lucy and Max Pieper; siblings, Marsha...
Barb M. Knezevich
Jan 8, 2026
Barbara “Barb” M. Knezevich (nee Blazevich)
Lovingly known as “Barb,” age 92, of Highland, formerly of Hessville, IN, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
She is survived by her devoted children, Michael (Barbara Friedel) Knezevich; Sandy (Jim) Berklan, and Cindy (Dean) Koliboski; her precious grandchildren, Matt (Katie) Berklan, Ryan Knezevich, Nick (Amy) Berklan, and Elayna...
Leslie Ann Gonzalez
Jan 7, 2026
Leslie Ann Gonzalez (nee Sokit)
Age 76, of East Chicago, IN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 6, 2026. She was born to the late, Chester and Clara Sokit and lived a life defined by dedication to family, hard work, and compassion for others.
Leslie worked for many years in the construction industry, where she was employed in payroll. She retired from...
Zora Cloghessy
Jan 2, 2026
Zora Cloghessy (nee Matich)
Age 97, late of Highland, IN, formerly of East Side, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026. Born in Indianapolis on October 26, 1928 to the late Vujo and Spophie Matich.
Zora worked at Lowery Brothers for 42 years, where she retired in 1991. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, David J. Cloghessy Sr. She...
Jill Noelle Margala
Jan 1, 2026
Jill Margala (nee Meyer), age 61, of Schererville, Indiana. Born on September 19, 1964 in Palatine, Illinois, she passed away on January 1, 2026 surrounded by family and friends, after living a life of faith, defined by caring for and helping others.
A graduate of Lake Forest College, Jill was a caring grade school teacher before moving into the corporate world....
