Obituary Listing

Jun 28, 2023

Maxine Hamm (nee Fenstermacher)

age 87, of Hammond, IN, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, June 28, 2023. Maxine is survived by her children: Dave (Debbie) Hamm, Debbie (Jim) Dolato, Don Hamm, and Donna Chance; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; and sister-in-law Michele (late, Larry) Hamm. She is preceded in death by; parents,...

Jun 24, 2023

Alejandro "Alex" Hernandez, affectionately known as Papa or Jando, age 94, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 24th. Alejandro was born April 5, 1929 in Barranquitas, Puerto Rico to Pedro and Marcolina Hernandez.  He grew up on his family farm alongside his nineteen siblings and is survived by five.

Alejandro served his country in the US Army...

Jun 22, 2023

Samantha Stewart (nee Bowman)

age 55, of St. John, IN, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 22, 2023.  Samantha is survived by her siblings, Jessica "Holly" Heinrich and Jeffrey (Rhonda) Bowman; nieces and nephew: Rhys (Emily) Heinrich, Amanda (Rob) Hackett, and Paige (Matias) Mildenberger; great nieces and nephews: Bryce, Declan, Isla, Ella, and Gemma; uncles: Douglas Bowman,...

Jun 20, 2023

Lynden "Buster" C. Harmon, Jr.

Age 70, of New Carlisle, IN, formerly of Calumet City, IL, passed away Tuesday, June 20.  He is survived by his sister, Teresa "Tina" (Darryl "Spike") Cosek; niece, Becky (Jason) Clouse; Breakfast Club: Joan and Rodney, Mallory and Don, John, Joe, and Kenny; and canine best buddy, Dillon. Preceded in death by...

Jun 19, 2023

Suzanne "Sue" L. Maciejewski (nee McCullough)

Age 73, of Hammond, IN, formerly of Calumet City, IL, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023. Sue is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Walter; children: Andy (Dawn) Maciejewski, Paul (Holli) Maciejewski, Theresa (Danny) Ostapchuk, and Steve (Jenny) Maciejewski; precious grandchildren: Tyler (Jessica), Kalie, Lexi, Carissa, and Ellie;...

Jun 16, 2023

Theresa Anastasia Larkin (nee Negele)

age 89, of Dyer and formerly of Hammond, was called by the Lord on Friday, June 16, 2023. Theresa is survived by her loving children: James (Claudia) Larkin, Mary (late, Mark) Kucek, and Rex Larkin; precious grandchildren: Ian Larkin, Erin (Blair) Komasinski, Lauren (Mike) Stafford, Colin Larkin, Courtney (Prashanth) Eladasari, Kristen (Brent)...

Jun 16, 2023

Dorene C. Boutwell (nee Doodeman)

Age 83, of Highland, IN, formerly of Lansing, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, June 16, 2023. Dorene is survived by her daughters, Kari Boutwell-Moffett and Dawn Boutwell-Largent; precious grandchildren: Jacob (Julie) Wolff, Karlie Wolff, Jennifer Moffett, and Mark Moore II; and great-grandchildren, Ella Rae and Scarlett Josephine Moffett....

Jun 14, 2023

Eddie Lopez, 75 of Highland, Indiana, passed away at his home on June 14, 2023, surrounded by family and loved ones.  Eddie was an athletic, active, funny and charming man who could always be counted on to be supportive of his family and friends.  He is survived by his loving siblings: Anibal Igartua Sr. and Naida (Ed) Quintela; nephews...

Jun 12, 2023

Rita S. Weaver (nee Wells)

age 66, of Hammond, IN, passed away on Monday, June12, 2023. She is survived by her loving children: Michelle (Steve) Wegrzyn and Michael (Brooke) McMahan; mother, Donna Wells; precious grandchildren: Kate (Joey) Rader, Lindsay Sisk, Mason Wegrzyn, Karrington Wegrzyn, Jeffrey McMahan, Jaxson McMahan, and Bryce McMahan; siblings, Darwin (Denise) Wells and Belinda...

Jun 3, 2023

Harry Norman Percianoff, 94 1/2 years old, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, June 3rd. He passed peacefully at home with his family.

Harry is survived by his children Jerome, Harry, Mary (Al) Thomas, Scott (Michelle). Grandchildren Josef (Brandi), John (Angela) Burkhardt, Patrick (Gina), Stormie, Rachel, Renee and Ashley.  Multiple great and great-great grandchildren.

Jun 2, 2023

Michael "Bongo" V. Lube

age 60, of Skokie, IL, formerly of Hammond, IN, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 2, 2023. He is survived by his children: Michael "Mikey" S. (Ashley) Lube, April (Kenny) Jones, and Amber Lube; partner and love of 15 years, Trina Lane; mother, Sandra Romero (nee Zeinert); grandchildren: Allison, Trae, Alana, Emma, Eli,...

Jun 1, 2023

Alejandro "Alex" Salinas

age 58, passed away on Thursday, June 1, 2023. Alejandro is survived by his loving wife of almost 35 years, Cynthia Lopez and precious daughter, Nicole Salinas. Also surviving Alex are his brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Taide Salinas; and three brothers.

May 30, 2023

Joel T. Duncan

Age 61, of Merrillville, IN, passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2023.  Joel is survived by his loving wife of almost 15 years, Debbie (nee Hall), children: Bill (Cheryl) Jackomis, Jason (Tiffany) Duncan, Tabitha Duncan, and Aaron (Lea Ann) Duncan and spouse; brothers, sisters, and many grandchildren and in-laws.  Preceded in death by his...

May 29, 2023

Tina L. Novosel

age 58, of Gary, formerly of Highland, IN, passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023. She is survived by her sons, Daniel Hickel and Michael Hickel; mother, Margaret (nee Keiser); siblings: Donald Novosel, Jr., David Novosel, Dennis (Kathleen) Novosel; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and one great nephew. Preceded in death by...

May 29, 2023

Luke T. Rhoades

age 20, was called by the Lord on Monday, May 29, 2023. Luke is survived by his loving parents, Joseph T. and Bernadette Rhoades; sister, Leia Rhoades; and many dear family members.

Luke was a 2021 graduate of Highland High School. Luke enlisted in the Army as a Combat Medic Specialist and...

May 27, 2023

Bohdan "Bob" Balacky

Age 96 of Plainfield, IL, formerly of Dyer and Hammond, IN passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 27, 2023. He is survived by his daughter, Sonia (Douglas) Middleton; grandson, Alexander Middleton; brother Oleh, sister, Romka; and nephews, Vasil (Osanka) and Roman. Preceded in death by his wives, Mildred Balacky and LaVergne Balacky; and son,...

May 26, 2023

EUGENE "GENE" JAMES PARKER, of Crown Point, IN, passed into eternal rest on May 26,2023, at the amazing age of 100. Eugene passed following a brief illness surrounded by his loving family.  Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Evangeline parents, Albert and Clara Parker, brother Donald 'Mickey' Parker. Eugene grew up in Hammond IN. He served his country...

May 20, 2023

Felipe ("Phil") Morales Jr., AKA Chinaman to all his friends and family back home in East Chicago, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his mother and step-father, Lucy and Eliseo Guzman; father Felipe Morales Sr.; siblings Mary Martinez and Johnny Morales; brother-in-law Cruz Lopez; nephews Odilon Garibaldi and Cisco Garcia;...

May 16, 2023

Thomas "Tom" E. Young

September 16, 1948 – May 16, 2023

Age 74, of Crown Point, formerly of Hammond, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Kathy (nee Hill); two daughters, Amy (Carl) Franklin and Karen (Jeff) Redar; beloved Grampy of...

May 16, 2023

Patricia "Patty" Therault age 62, of Hammond, passed away at home surrounded by loving family on Tuesday, May 16th, 2023. Patty is survived by her beloved mother and best friend, Jean Therault (nee Shaffer); dear siblings, Kathy (Kenny) Pirtle, Harold Jr. "Buddy", Carol Lipscomb and Laura Therault; many loving nieces, nephews and dear friends; special friend, Dawn Ellis; and...