Donna L. Wells
Mar 18, 2026
Donna L. Wells
Donna Wells, age 90, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
Donna is survived by her daughter, Belinda (Greg) Britton; son, Darwin (Denise) Wells; along with several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, 2 brothers and 1 sister. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, James Wells; daughter, Rita (late, Jimmy) Weaver; son, Donald...
Cveta Prentoska
Mar 13, 2026
Cveta Prentoska, age 81, of Crown Point, IN, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026.
Cveta is survived by her loving daughter, Zaklina (Spase) Zupanoski; loving son, Tane (Latinka) Prentoski; precious grandchildren, Georgie (Ivana), Christopher (Adriana), Victor, Marko, Nikola, and Angelina; great grandchildren, Natilija, Gabriel and Emilija; sisters, Luba (late, Slave) Gikoski and Lojza (Petko) Jovceski. She is preceded in death...
Elaine Balio
Mar 10, 2026
Elaine (nee Gaza) Balio
Elaine Balio, age 64, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away surrounded by loving family on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Elaine is survived by her dear love and companion of many years, Dwayne Godbolt; loving son, John (Tammy) Balio, Joseph (Anita) Balio; precious grandchildren, Dylan, Lucas, Paige, Alexander, Sebastian, and Alina; sister, Georgeanne (Randy) Lammertin. She was preceded in death...
Kathleen "Kathy" J. Swinford
Mar 10, 2026
Kathleen “Kathy” J. (nee Abraham) Swinford
Kathleen J. Swinford, age 85, of Highland, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Kathleen is survived by her loving daughters, Debra (late, Mike) Swinford-Allender, Cindy (James) Rodgers, and Linda (Joe) Kartje. She was the proud grandmother of Christopher Swinford, Jenna (John) Gensic, Joseph R. Kartje, Benjamin (Lindsay) Kartje, Zachary...
Jeraldine "Jerry" M. Scheive
Mar 1, 2026
Jeraldine “Jerry” M. (nee Dolatowski) Scheive
Jeraldine M. Scheive, age 85, of Hammond, IN, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 1, 2026. She is survived by her loving children, Marie (Don) Wilson, Joanne (Jimmy) Wright, Henry (Mary Jo) Scheive and Roy Scheive; precious grandchildren, Tyler Scheive, Shelli (Eric) Pinkie and Jenelle (Richard) Orelup; precious great grandchildren, Andrew Christman, Khaleesi Orelup, Averie...
Diane C. Merz - Zawadzki
Feb 24, 2026
Diane C. Merz - Zawadzki Age 81, of Dyer, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Diane is survived by her beloved husband of 49 years, James E. Zawadzki; her loving daughter, Sherri L. Wolff; precious grandchildren, Lauren (Travis) Daily, Sarah (Brandon) Sanchez, Michael J. (Kaylee) Wolff, Emery Merz, and Declan Merz; sweet great-grandchildren, Colton, Savanah, Raelynn, Remi and...
Anthony "Tony" Richard Narducy Jr.
Feb 23, 2026
Anthony Richard Narducy Jr “Tony”
Age 36, of Hammond, Indiana, was called suddenly called home by the Lord.
Tony was a man whose presence could light up any room. Known for his contagious laugh and larger-than-life personality, he leaves behind a legacy of love, loyalty, and unforgettable memories. Growing up in Chicago was defining part of whom Tony was. The city shaped...
Tracy A. Martinez
Feb 22, 2026
Tracy A. Martinez Age 60, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
Tracy was a devoted and loving wife of Richard Martinez, sharing 40 beautiful years of marriage filled with friendship, laughter, and unwavering love. Together they built a life rooted in loyalty and deep companionship – truly each others greatest friend.
She was...
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...
Eugene A. Krupinski
Feb 16, 2026
Eugene Andrew Krupinski
Gene Krupinski of Hammond, IN passed away at home while in hospice on Monday, February 16th, 2026. Born on July 10, 1936, in Hammond, IN to Rudy Szany and Genevieve Czajka, adopted and raised by Sigmunt and Genevieve Krupinski. Preceded in death by parents, wife Jolayne (Matusiak) Krupinski, brother Rudy Szany, and brother Dennis (Glenda) Krupinski. He was...
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.
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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”...
