Obituary Listing

Jun 29, 2022

Sheila R. Zolkes (nee Lannin)

age 75, of Munster, IN, passed away on Wednesday, June 29, 2022.Sheila is survived by her husband of 36 years, Peter Zolkes; sister, Marsha (John)Toth; brothers, Patrick Lannin and David Lannin; sister-in-law Holly Sciackitano; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and precious dog Sammie.

Preceded in death by her parents, Jerry...

Jun 21, 2022

Myra A. Schilling (nee Pasternak) age 73, of Hammond, IN, passed away on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. Myra is survived by her daughter, Debbie (Bob) Morey; grandchildren: Megan (Andrew) Carter, Stormie Schilling, James Schilling and Nichole (Danny)Perez great-grandchildren: Karly and Brooke Ferrarini, John Andres, Jr., and Rayden Garcia; brother, Henry (Tammy) Owens; niece, Ginger (Joe) Owens Ward; and great...

Jun 19, 2022

George "Jurek" Znika, age 76, of Demotte IN passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, June 19, 2022. He is survived by his two sons, John (Jennifer) and Steven (Marina); two precious grandchildren, Viktoria and Lana; one sister in Croatia; several nephews and other extended family; and mother of his children, Ivana Znika. Preceded in death...

Jun 17, 2022

Gregory "Greg" M. Sajdyk, age 41, of Hammond, IN passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022. Greg is survived by his parents, James Sr. and Kathleen Sajdyk; brother, James F. Sajdyk, Jr.; sister, Lisa Sajdyk; two sons; one daughter; two grandchildren; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

Greg enjoyed Chicago Bears football, pro wrestling, and fishing....

Jun 17, 2022

Michael Copak, age 75, of Crown Point, formerly of East Chicago, IN passed away peacefully with his family by his side on June 17, 2022. Beloved husband of Carol Copak; loving father of Joseph (Mariya) Copak, Brian (Irene) Copak, and Rosalie (William) Mulcahy; cherished grandfather of Michael, Teodor, Violet, Esme, Victor, Sean and Edward; dear brother of Jerry Copak...

Jun 16, 2022

Mark Edwin Michau

age 53, of Crown Point, IN formerly of Calumet City, IL, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, June 16, 2022. Mark is survived by his beloved wife of 18 years, Diana Michau (nee Schmit); daughter, Rebecca; grandchildren, Lilliana, Darrell, Devin and Dylan; dear parents, Ray E. and Ann Michau Jr.; brother,...

Jun 15, 2022

Bonnie S. Jania  (nee Owczarski)

Bonnie S. Jania, 72, of Griffith, IN passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. Bonnie is survived by her husband of over 51 years Richard Jania; children, Geoff (Dawn) Jania, Scott Jania and Ryan Jania; sister, Judy (Jimmy)Bonee; nephew, David Bonee; niece, Sherry (Dennis)Lower; several other nieces, nephews and cousins; and precious...

Jun 12, 2022

Nirdosh J Kumar

Our beloved mother, Mrs. Nirdosh J Kumar, passed away on June 12, 2022 at her home in Dyer Indiana.  She was born on November 7, 1933 in India and was preceded in death by her husband, Lt. Col. Jitendra Kumar.

She is survived by her brother Mr. Raj Kishan Khanna, sisters Mrs....

Jun 9, 2022

Michael Reyes

age 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 9, 2022. Michael is survived by his two daughters, Lisa (Brian) OBrien and Sheryl (Mark) Kozy; grandchildren:  Natalie (Joey) Edmonds, Nina (Mauricio) Lopez, Lauren Kozy, and Denham Kozy; great-grandchildren: Christian, Emmett, Emerson, and Mila; sister, Sally Sowards; friend, Alexa Evans; and his beloved dog and best friend...

Jun 8, 2022

Carmen Celia Delgadillo (nee Rodriguez)

Carmen Celia Delgadillo, 75, of Schererville, IN passed away peacefully on June 8, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Carmen is survived by a legacy of family members; husband of 54 years Jose Delgadillo and two children Rene (Irma) Delgadillo and Bibi (Marc) Escobedo; grandchildren Marc (Catherine) Escobedo, Michael (Erica) Escobedo, Christopher...

Jun 1, 2022

Wayne A. Johnson

age 74, of Hammond, passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. Wayne is survived by his sons: Darren Johnson, Bradley Johnson, Gregory Johnson, and Kevin Johnson; one grandson, Hunter Johnson; one sister; one brother; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, John and H. Maxine Johnson (nee Tucker)....

May 26, 2022

Arnette Christine Bosch (nee Smith) age 70, of Merrillville, IN, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 26, 2022 after achieving their long-planned desire to retire to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. She is survived by her loving husband of 17 years, Michael Bosch; her son Lee (Donna Betsanes) Morris; her sister Jolene (Joe Gasiorek) Smith; nephew Steven (Jen) Kuchar and their...

May 24, 2022

Steven A. Bramer, Sr. age 63, of Hammond, IN, passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2022.  Steven is survived by his loving wife of 42 years Ana (nee Torres); children: Steven A. (Megan) Bramer Jr., Danielle (Demecio) Martinez, Stephanie (Alfonso) Vidaurri; 13 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; siblings, Paul (Marge) Bramer, Karen Bramer and Janice Bramer; in laws, Socorro (late,...

May 20, 2022

Rose Ann Williams, age 78, died peacefully in her home in Griffith on May 20, 2022. She was born on July 25, 1943.  She was a 1962 graduate of Hammond Tech-Voc High School. Mrs. Williams resided most of her life in her hometown of Hammond, IN. At the age of 61 she married Dannie Ray Williams and at age...

May 16, 2022

Timmy C. Sessum age 62, of Hammond, IN, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on Monday, May 16, 2022. Timothy is survived by his children, Tim A. (Ashley) Sessum, Ryan, Tiffany (Andy) Nunez, Nicholas Sessum and Eric Graves; precious grandchildren, Tim Jr., Marcelina, Julian, Shaine, Ariana; Kevin, S.A., Miguel, Gabby, Isaac, Evie, Lilly, and Veda; great-grandchildren, Viviana and...

May 15, 2022

Joanne Solan Mitchell

age 90 of Munster, IN passed away peacefully with her son Jim at her side on Sunday, May 15, 2022. She is survived by her loving children, Melissa (Rob) Long, John (Renae) Mitchell and James Mitchell; grandchildren, Rob (Jody) Long and Valerie Long; and great grandchildren, Rob and Jay. Preceded by her parents, John...

May 14, 2022

Robert M. Virus

Robert M. Virus, age 68, of Hammond, IN passed away after a struggle with cancer on Saturday, May 14, 2022.  Robert is survived by his brother Reverend Keith Virus; aunts, uncles, and cousins. Preceded in death by his parents, Mike and Francis Virus; and precious pets, "Killer" and "Mr. Buddy White Foot".

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May 12, 2022

Luis Del Rio age 72, of East Chicago, IN passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022.  He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Maria Rita Del Rio, children; Rafael Del Rio, Laura Venegas and Veronica Del Rio; grandchildren, Josh, Alexa, Anjelina, Marco, Alan, Kassandra, Alejandro and Emily; great granddaughter, Milana; sister, Beatriz (late, Roberto) Certa, brothers, Alfonso...

May 11, 2022

Sylvia W. Hayes age 85, passed away on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Sylvia is survived by her two sons, Roy Glover and Michael (Amy) Meziere; grandchildren; Michelle (Aaron)Jansma, Nicole (Cary)Czerniawski, Chris Meziere and Justin Meiere; great-grandchildren; Bailey Karlen, Levi Jansma, Liam Jansma, Luca Jansma and Anthoney Meziere; brother Dirk Hayes and sister Cynthia (Ted)...

May 10, 2022

Franklyn J. Chavez

age 83, passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Franklyn is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years Dawna; daughters, Misty (Brent)Theodore and Malisa Chavez; son, Mark (Kara)Chavez; grandchildren, Zachary, Samantha (fiancé, Will), Ashland (Dylan), Nick, Amber, Alexis and Eric and 15 precious great grandchildren.  Special thank you...