Herbert F. Waldron

age 87, of Hammond, IN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Herbert is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Arlene; children, Herbert Jr (Denise) Waldron, and Patrick (Lisa) Waldron; five step-children: Melinda (Steve) Frock, Tom (Deborah) Sales, Keenan Sales, (Preceded in death)Trent Sales (Touby Sales, and Brian (Carol Boldi) Sales; two grandchildren, Stephanie (Nick) Stewart and Matthew (Connie) Waldron; and three great-grandchildren: Zachary, Natalie, and Austin Stewart. Brother Harold Waldron. He was (Preceded in death) by his son, Jeffery (Michelle) Waldron, and parents, Harold and Mary Waldron.

A proud Cubs fan through and through, Herbert loved spending his afternoons watching baseball and cheering for the Chicago Sky. He enjoyed taking day trips with the bank, and sharing stories that were often punctuated by his trademark jokes and infectious laughter.

Back in the day, he loved going out for breakfast, always finding joy in teasing and joking with the waitresses. His warm humor and easy-going spirit brought smiles to everyone around him.

Herbert always wanted to be an undertaker. He attended mortuary school and got his apprenticeship certificate. He worked in a funeral home in East Chicago. He became allergic to the embalming fluid and had to stop—so he became a printer instead and worked in that profession for 48 years. The last 19 years he was employed with the School City of Hammond as manager of the print shop. He was also a member of the Lions Club and Exchange Club.

A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Solan Pruzin Funeral Home, 14 Kennedy Avenue, Schererville, IN. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 11:30 AM with Pastor John Richy officiating. Entombment to follow at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens.

Herbert will be deeply missed and fondly remembered for the stories he told, the laughter he shared, and the life he built with those he loved.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Hospice of the Calumet Area.