Jasumati Joshi
May 14, 2025
Joshi family is saddened to announce passing away of their mother, matriarch of the family, Jasumat Jayantial Joshi on 5/14/25 .
She has left behind her 3 children: Smita, Divya and Mahesh; 3 grandchildren: Chetan, Vishwa and Aditya; one great-granddaughter, Anuskha; daughter-in-law; Vandana; son-in-law Rajash Thaker; and granddaughter-in-law, Hetal. She has passed on to join her 2...
Patricia Rotheker
May 13, 2025
Patricia Rotheker (nee Ostapchuk)
age 78, of Valparaiso, IN, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. She is survived by her beloved children; Michael (Christine) Rotheker, Mark (Regina) Rotheker, Matthew Rotheker and Melissa (Mike) Rotheker; grandchildren; Ashley, Aidan, Sarah, Emily, Felix, Ibrahim, Layla, Zayn and Isaac; great grandchildren; Trenton and Adryahna; nieces, Amber Scheidler, Jonda Rotheker and...
Monica Drzewiecki
May 13, 2025
Monica M. Drzewiecki (nee Karwatka, Hayes)
Age 77, of Schererville, IN passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025. She is survived by her son, James Drzewiecki (Meghan); grandchildren: Brandon and Michelle Hayes and Sophie and Sarah Drzewiecki; sisters, Arlene Gawrys and Judith Mitchell. She is preceded in death by her first husband, Roy Hayes; second husband, Ed Drzewiecki;...
Allen "Al" Mills
May 7, 2025
Allen " Al" L. Mills
Age 54 , of Highland, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. He is survived by his loving children, Evan and Ella Mills; brothers, Scott (Patti) Mills and Steve (Beth) Mills; mother of his children, Arica Smith-Mills; nieces and nephews: Kayla, Addy, Ryan, and Jacob; good friends,...
Barry N. Budnyk
Apr 30, 2025
Barry N. Budnyk
age 67, of Hammond, IN, passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Barry is survived by his sister, Tanya (Brian) Norton; nephews, Brian N. Norton and Taylor Norton; niece, Aspen Norton; mother of his son, Lisa Martinez Smith; close friends Sherry Price and Family; and his union Brothers of local 41. Preceded in death...
Aldona R. Bercier
Apr 30, 2025
Aldona "Ellie" R. Bercier
age 78, of East Chicago, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. A beloved mother, grandmother, and friend to many, Ellie brought light, laughter, and warmth to every life she touched.
She is survived by five children whom she loved dearly, and she proudly raised six children in total. Ellie...
Loretta F. Quiles
Apr 28, 2025
Loretta Quiles
age 65, of Hammond, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 28, 2025. A beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Loretta is survived by her loving children: Rena Quiles, Lucia (Dwayne) Archie, and Jesse Quiles; her cherished grandchildren: Scottie, Tatyana, Christopher and Khania Ray; Seferina Quiles-Ceja, Lorenzo Ceja, Alejandro and Xavier Sofer and Jesse Quiles Jr....
David Schneider
Apr 27, 2025
David R. Schneider
February 6, 1946 - April 27, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of David R Schneider, a devoted husband, dedicated parent, compassionate friend, and respected attorney, who left us on April 27, 2025 at the age of 79. He was born February 26, 1946 in Cincinnati, Ohio...
Victor Garza
Apr 19, 2025
Victor Manuel Garza
Age 75, of East Chicago, IN passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Maria (del Carmen Ramos) Garza; children, Karina (Pedro) Flores, Cristina (Juan) Carbajal and Victor A. (Maritsa) Garza; precious grandchildren Maria de Jesus Carbajal, Juan Manuel Carbajal, Ava Victoria Flores and Bella...
Bernardine "Bunny" A. Baum
Apr 18, 2025
Bernardine "Bunny" A. Baum
Age 89, of East Chicago, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025. She is survived by her loving brother Frederick (Sandy) Baum; sister-in-law Patricia Baum; niece Cassandra Baum; nephews, Peter J. Baum and Michael (Jessica) Baum; and several cousins and dear friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Peter J. Baum and Ann...
Alexander Lopez
Apr 18, 2025
Alexander Lopez
Age 70 ,of Highland, Indiana, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025. He is survived by his loving son, Alexander C. Lopez; ex-wife and caregiver, Lydia Lopez (nee Koremenos); brothers: Antonio (late, Lynn) Lopez, Alvaro (Maryann Becich) Lopez, and Arnold Lopez; sister, Rosa Oliver; Â many nieces, nephews, and cousins, including dear cousin Martha Rodriguez; and...
John A. Earl
Apr 17, 2025
John A. Earl
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of John A. Earl, 61, of Hammond, IN. John passed away April 17, 2025 in Boston, MA surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his parents Jim and Jen Earl, beloved older brothers Jimmy and Jerry Earl, father...
Lisa Marie Christian
Apr 17, 2025
Lisa Marie Christian (nee Fogarty)
Age 54, of Hammond, IN, went home to be with the Lord on April 17, 2025. She is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Mitchell Christian; children: Desiree Christian (William), Tasha Rosario (Michael), Elizabeth Thacker; grandchildren: Donovan Brown, Ariannah Berumen-Owens, Elijah Berumen-Owens, Patrick Rosario, Maya Owens, Mason Owens, Rylee Owens,...
Jesus G. Herrera
Apr 16, 2025
Jesus G. Herrera
Age 84, of Hammond, IN passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife Eladia G. Herrera (nee Garcia); sons, Noe (Rosa) Herrera and Mauro (Liz) Herrera; daughters, Emma (Jesus) Salazar and Eladia (Humberto) Garcia; grandchildren, Brandon Salazar, Lisa Leiva, Selina Garcia, Monica Herrera, Victoria DeFrank, Caitlin Herrera,...
Annette Ferrara
Apr 13, 2025
Annette Ferrara
Age 68, of Dyer, formerly of Dolton, IL, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025. Annette is survived by her siblings: Salvatore (Dorothy) Ferrara, RoseAnn (Red) Hayes, Philip (Sony) Ferrara; many precious nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, and dear cousins. Also surviving Annette are her lifelong friends, Beverly Heinrich...
Gilberto "Gene" Reyes Roman
Apr 10, 2025
Gilberto "Gene" Reyes Roman
Age 65,of Hammond, Indiana, formerly of New York, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 10, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife just short of 30 years, Gloria; children: Thomas (Shelly), Jason, and Frances; precious granddaughter, Reina Gloria, who brought him endless joy; sisters: Elba Feliciano, Catalina Reyes, and Lydia Reyes; and...
Marilyn Rezak
Apr 8, 2025
Marilyn Rezak
Age 75, was born to eternal life on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
She was born in Gary, IN on January 16, 1950 to the late Paul and Mary Rezak. She is survived by her sister, Janet (Gary) Kosinski, brother, Thomas (Stacy) Rezak, nieces & nephews, Robert, David (Maria), Kathryn (Keith Papula, fiancé) Kosinski,...
Sharon J. Greer
Apr 7, 2025
Sharon J. Greer (nee Miller)
age 78, of Dyer, passed away peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her loving family on April 7th, 2025. She is survived by her children, Deborah (David) Hunt and Kenneth "Brian" Greer; grandchildren: Daniel Greer and Heather Greer; sister, Doreen (Walter) Lenckos; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceded in death by...
Cesar P. Sanchez
Apr 5, 2025
Cesar P. Sanchez
(July 1, 1963 – April 5, 2025)
With a heart as big as his laughter and hands that built both dreams and family, Cesar Parache Sanchez lived life with unstoppable strength and boundless love. A devoted husband to April Sanchez, proud father of three to Joey A. Sanchez, Tanya M. Sanchez, and...
Chandubhai D. Patel
Apr 3, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Chandubhai D. Patel, a loving husband, father, and friend who departed this life on April 3, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on October 1, 1947, Chandubhai's presence was truly remarkable, bringing warmth and joy to every gathering. His kindness and generosity made everyone feel at ease, as if they...
