Obituary Listing

Jul 26, 2025

Jeffrey "Jeff" Ray Starkey, age 55, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 25, 2025. He was born on September 24, 1969, to Roland and Ann Starkey.

Jeff was known by all who met him as a kind, thoughtful, and caring man. He married the love of his life, Jean Starkey (née Beverage), on August...

Jul 23, 2025

Ilene S. Haluska

age 65, formerly of Whiting, of Marion, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. She was born July 11, 1960, in East Chicago, Indiana.

Ilene was a cherished daughter, sister, and friend. She is survived by siblings: Donald (Maureen Gannon) Haska (Haluska), Mary Beth (Mark) Bogucki, Dorothy Haluska, Andrew (Vikhanh)...

Jul 21, 2025

Darryl J. Kwasny

age 88, of Schererville, IN, longtime resident of Highland, IN and Cape Coral, FL, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025.  He is survived by his children: Dave (Pam) Kwasny, Pamela (late, William) Ladwig, Kathy (Ron) Easterling, Thomas Kwasny, and Carolyn (fiancé Randy Lichnerowicz) Vicino; precious grandchildren: Jessica Zukauskas, Laurren (Justin) Comastri, Molly Kwasny,...

Jul 16, 2025

Mrs. Janaki Bai Kondamuri

August 5, 1933 – July 16, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Mrs. Janaki Bai Kondamuri (91)

(w/o late Padmanabha Rao Kondamuri) who left us this week. She is the mother of Dr. Shanu (Shaun) Kondamuri and Dr....

Jul 12, 2025

Cathy Brotko (nee Bogovich)

Age 72, of La Porte, Indiana (formerly of Highland, Indiana) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, July 12, from complications of Multiple Myeloma. Most people fighting Multiple Myeloma go quietly and quickly, but Cathy fought her illness tooth and nail for twenty years. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton once said, "Afflictions...

Jul 9, 2025

Sandra "Sandy" Hernandez

age 61, of Hammond, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. She is survived by her sons: Rolando "Ro" Lopez and Ramon (Nelly) Lopez; precious granddaughter, Daniella Lopez; brother, Ed (Pat) Hernandez; sisters: Cindy (Manuel) Larios, Margaret Hernandez, Rudy (Patsy) Hernandez, and Katrina (Michael) Badovinac; along with many...

Jul 4, 2025

Rose J. Emmett (nee Legienc)

Age 100, passed away at home, peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend who lived a life defined by love, resilience, and service to others.

She is survived by her beloved children, John (Kathleen) Emmett, Nancy Emmett, Dean (Tami) Emmett, and Andrea (Mel...

Jul 3, 2025

Michael B. Taylor, Jr.

age 54, of Evergreen Park, IL passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Ellen (nee Hillegass); father, Michael B. Taylor, Sr.; sister, Carmen Taylor; nieces, Mariah Clemmons and Cara Gilbert; great-nieces, Taylor Martin and Jillian Martin; cousins: Mark Taylor, Logan Taylor, Darnell Smith,...

Jun 28, 2025

Keith Alan Fuller

Age 72, of Hobart Indiana, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025.  He is survived by his sons, Frank Alan Fuller and Kevin (Crystal Lynn) Lawrence Fuller; stepdaughter, Bryanna Dawn Clark; granddaughters, Morgan Lauren Fuller, Abigail Jo Fuller, and Giuliana Rose Rayborn.

Keith was preceded in death by his beloved granddaughter, Amber...

Jun 27, 2025

Albert George Fetzko (Al)

Albert G. (Al), (Fuji) Fetzko, age 97, of Braselton, GA, formerly of Hammond, IN, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025.

He was born on May 15, 1928 to Andrew & Suzanna Fetzko in Central City, PA.

Al is preceded in death by his wife Theresa "Tess" Fetzko and...

Jun 25, 2025

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;...

Jun 19, 2025

Mary Lynn Spear, age 65, passed away on June 19, 2025, in Hammond, Indiana. Born on April 30, 1960, Mary was a lifelong resident of Hammond. She attended Hammond High School and graduated from Purdue University Northwest with a degree in early childhood education.

Mary dedicated much of her life to the care and well-being of animals....

Jun 17, 2025

Dana G. Ciesielski

March 26, 1945 – June 17, 2025

St. John, IN. – Dana Grace Ciesielski, age 80 of St. John, IN. passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025 peacefully at her home. Dana is survived by her daughter, Tami (Anthony) Wells; sons Brian (Connie) Wortel and Scott Wortel; granddaughters Allison (Mike) Pate, Ashley and...

Jun 11, 2025

Walter D. Maciejewski Jr.

Age 76, of Hammond, IN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Walter is survived by loving children: Andy (Dawn) Maciejewski, Paul Maciejewski, Theresa (Danny) Ostapchuk, and Steve (Jenny) Maciejewski; precious grandchildren: Tyler, Kalie, Lexi, Carissa, and Ellie; beloved great-grandchild, Atlas; in-laws, Jim (Karyl) McCullough, Janice (Joe) Grunstein Kathy (Tom) Montella, and...

Jun 4, 2025

Francisco "Pancho" Dehoyos

Age 69, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. He is survived by his partner, Daryl Dehoyos; children: Francisco Dehoyos Jr., Maria Wells, Margarita Dehoyos; grandchildren: Francisco Miranda, Jose Dilbeck, Neveah Dehoyos, Ena Dehoyos, Adi Dehoyos, Phoenix Wells, Elizabeth Valdez, Tristen Gallegos, Ethan Gallegos, and Dawson Dehoyos; sisters, Elsa and Jenny; brothers, Ricky...

May 21, 2025

Isabelino "Cande" Candelaria

Age 94, of Munster, formerly of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Munster Community Hospital. He is survived by his beloved wife, Ellen; loving children: Carlos (Barbara), Rey (Frances), Mara (Matthew) Candelaria Reardon, and Christian (Kathleen) Candelaria; cherished grandchildren: Josue, David, Israel, Joshua, Isabela, Luca, Eliana, Maya, Christian,...

May 20, 2025

Catherine "Kay" M. Dobrinich

age 86, of Highland, IN passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Catherine is survived by her sister, Rose Marie Dobrinich; nephew, Lawrence "Larry" (Mary Ann) Scrbacic; and nieces, Julia Scrbacic and Rachel Scrbacic. She is preceded in death by her parents, Matthew and Mary Dobrinich; brother, Matthew "Sonny"; and sister, Anne...

May 19, 2025

James "Jim" F. Zatlokowicz

Age 83, of Hammond, IN, passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Elizabeth (nee Nash); children: Christopher (Megan) Zatlokowicz, Susan Moore, and (Ret.) LCDR Jon (Malissa) Zatlokowicz; grandchildren: Ricky (Ty), Tommy, Austin, Kelly, Kaitlyn, Cynthia, Adam, and Alexis; great-grandchildren, Cedric and McKenna, and...

May 16, 2025

Mark Orban

Age 70, of Highland, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 16, 2025.

Mark was a 1973 graduate of Lake Central High School and where he met his wife Linda. A skilled and passionate mechanic from small engines to trains, he was always ready to lend a hand in this...

May 15, 2025

Walter A. Salapski

Age 86, of Schererville, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025. He is survived by his loving children: Michael (Kathy) Salapski, Susan (Dan) Guzek, David (Lena) Salapski, Colin (Betsy) Salapski; grandchildren, Ben (Andrea) Guzek and Steven Salapski. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barbara; parents, Walter and Angeline; and precious granddaughter,...