Obituary Listing

Dec 11, 2025

Jean Poulos, 96, of Crown Point, Indiana, passed away on December 11, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonidas and Alexandria Liakopoulos; and her brother, Alexander Liakopoulos.

Jean retired from Prudential Insurance in downtown Chicago after many years of service. She was a Church Organist for 75+ years. She started at age 14 at...

Dec 8, 2025

Charles "Tuna" Thomas  Khun

Charles "Tuna" Thomas Kuhn, age 81, of Schererville, Indiana, passed away surrounded by loving family. Born September 13, 1944 in Schererville, Charlie lived a life defined by hard work, love, and storytelling.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mike and Leona Kuhn; brothers, Mel Kuhn and Norman Kuhn; and...

Nov 29, 2025

Shirley M. Bernacky (nee Novis), age 80, of Dyer, Indiana, Born in Chicago, Illinois. Shirley devoted her life to faith, family, and the countless children she nurtured.

For over two decades, she ran a small daycare in her home, caring for 27 children who became like extended family. Being around those children was truly her greatest purpose...

Nov 27, 2025

Joseph Gurnak

Age 78, of Dyer, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, November 27, 2025.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Patricia Gurnak. Patti and Joe were high school sweethearts since they were 17 years old. Children, daughter and son-in-law, Kellyn Gurnak Gawel and Carter Gawel,...

Nov 25, 2025

Robert R. Szany – "Szany"

Age 52, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away surrounded by the love of his family.

He is survived by his dear wife and friend, Lisa Hodge; his loving children, Kimmie (Aaron) Floor, Tyler (Mackenzie) Betustak, Zachary (Francesca) Szany, and Nick George; precious grandchildren, Eleanor and Mason Floor; beloved sister, Melissa King;...

Nov 25, 2025

Cheryl Lyn Baugh  (Hawkins)

August 21, 1947 – November 25, 2025

Cheryl Lyn Baugh, affectionately known as "Maga" (a cherished family nickname born from a playful twist on "grandma"), passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 25th, 2025, at the age of 78.

Cheryl was a true matriarch in every season of...

Nov 24, 2025

Charlene Collins

Age 82, of Hammond, Indiana, was called home by the Lord on Monday, November 24, 2025. She is survived by her loving children, Stephanie N. Collins, Kenneth (late, Andrea) B. Collins; precious grandchildren, Bryon N. Collins, Stephen Charles Collins, and Elisha Jon Michael Collins; her sisters, Maxine (late, Milton) Reed and Cora (Franklin) Breckenridge. Charlene...

Nov 24, 2025

Chris "Pops" Hernandez

It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Chris "Pops" Hernandez, the beloved patriarch of our family. Pops was a man of unwavering strength, quiet wisdom, and boundless love. He had a way of making everyone feel seen, heard, and valued, always reminding us, no matter the circumstance, that...

Nov 23, 2025

Corinne "Corky" Beavers (nee Kurzeja)

Age 88, of Schererville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 23, 2025. She was born on March 10, 1937, in Hammond, Indiana, to the late Frank and Julia (Lewicki) Kurzeja.

Corinne was a proud 1955 graduate of Hammond Tech, where she formed lasting friendships and set the foundation for...

Nov 21, 2025

Vincent "Jim" Spataro

Age 87, of Highland, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 21, 2025. He is survived by his loving children, Natalie (Bob) Rauworth, Denese (Mike) Paszko, Vince Spataro, Diann (Eldon) Lindsay; precious grandchildren, Steffanie (Patrick) Lowczyk, Amanda (Andrew) Schrader, Rachel (Joe) Russotti, Christian Paszko, Kevin Paszko; great-grandchildren, Sadie, Edmond, Emmett, Emery, Castiel; brother, Joe...

Nov 19, 2025

Judith "Judy"  L. Lecyk (nee Levin)

Age 69, of Crown Point, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. She was born on March 3, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Jerome Levin and Dorothy (Epstein) Levin.

Judith was married to her beloved husband, Mark Lecyk, for 44 wonderful years. Together they built...

Nov 6, 2025

James " Jim" Boughamer

Age 73, of Highland, formerly of Hammond, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, November 6, 2025.

He is survived by his devoted brother, Paul (Barbara) Boughamer, and many beloved family members Ken (Carol) Clark; Jennifer Clark,  John (Alice) Clark, Bobby Clark, Danielle and Dan Leglar, Donna...

Nov 3, 2025

Rebecca Jeanne Gunter (nee Katayanagi)

Age 75, of Schererville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 3, 2025. She is survived by her loving son, Charles "Buck" (Sabrina) Gunter; loving daughter, Kim (Brian) Heusinkveld; precious grandchildren, Isabella, CJ, Liam, Austin (Kat), Kaylie, Kennedy, Isabella, and Rebecca; great-grandson, Aurelius.

Rebecca was preceded in death by her...

Oct 30, 2025

Helen (nee Wagner) Fulk passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, after 99 vibrant years on this earth. She is survived by her children Don (Cindy) Fulk, Sandy (Terry) Brown, and Tom (Cheryl) Fulk; her beloved grandchildren Matt (Amy) Fulk, JoElen (Christopher) Degenais, Jennifer Brown, Adam Fulk, and Steven (Kaitlyn) Fulk; and her cherished great-grandchildren Abby Fulk, Ben Fulk,...

Oct 16, 2025

Phillip Dennis Siadak

Age 75, of Lansing, Illinois passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Born on September 7, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, Phillip was the beloved son of the late Joseph Siadak and Frances N. (nee Szymanski) Siadak.

He is survived by his loving sons, James Siadak and Seth Siadak. Phillip was a...

Oct 16, 2025

Catherine "Katie" Jelovcic (nee Vild)

age 90, of Portage, IN, was called home by the lord on Wednesday, October 16, 2025. Catherine is survived by her loving daughter, Nadine (Mark) Derek; cherished grandchildren, Christine (Chauncey) Kasmark and Katie (Justin) Nicol; great grandchildren, Clay Kasmark, Charlotte Kasmark and Oliver Nicol. She is also survived by her brother, Tom...

Oct 11, 2025

Darlene F. Gore (nee DeGard)

Age 78, formerly of Hammond, of Merrillville, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

She is survived by her dear love of 40 years, Walter Lesniak; loving son, Jason (Tracy) Gore, precious grandchildren; Cody (Brie) Gore and Chris Ruiz; great-grandchildren, Claire, Reid and Graham. Darlene...

Oct 10, 2025

Juan P. Garcia, 74 September 26, 1951 – October 10, 2025

Juan P. Garcia, age 74, of Portage, Indiana, passed away on October 10, 2025. He was born on September 26, 1951, in San Benito, Texas, to the late Crispin and Aurora Garcia.

Juan is survived by his loving daughters, Jennifer Rodriguez and Evangelina (Antwone)...

Oct 9, 2025

Thomas John Summers, Sr.

Thomas John Summers Sr., age 80, passed away peacefully in Zionsville, IN on Thursday, October 9, 2025. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Madeline Rose (Udowski) Summers, and his parents, Louis (Luka) C. and Ann (Anka) C. Summers. He is survived by his children, Andrea (Ted) Winkler, Thomas (Jessie Miskar)...

Oct 8, 2025

Katina "Tina" Gornick age 63, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.

She is survived by her loving daughter, Brianna; fiancé, Thomas Jones; siblings, Marlenee Provenzano, John (Jo Ellen) Klut, Darlene (late, Larry) Pruitt, Jason (Tina) Klut, Brian (Julie) Klut, and Sheryl Jones; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, loving aunts, and her...