Obituary Listing

Feb 7, 2019

Thomas Ray Liden

age 81, of Schererville, IN, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2018. Thomas is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Janet; son, Brian (Laura) Liden; grandchildren, Sarah and Ethan Liden; sisters in law, Joan (late Jack) Mellendorf and Kathy Winiczay; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Thomas spent 40 years...

Feb 6, 2019

Maria Krysa

Age 93, of Schererville, IN, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, February 6, 2019. She is survived by her children, Jerry (Margaret) Krysa, Irene Krysa and Dr. Patricia (Neil Weber) Krysa; son in law, Sonny Greichunos; grandchildren, Allison (Brian) Prisby, Caryn (Fred) Duke, Matthew Krysa, Amy (Brian)...

Feb 2, 2019

Manuel "Mel" David Perez

Age 71, of East Chicago, IN, passed away on Saturday, February 2, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Manuel was the devoted papa to his son, Freddy (Olga) Perez of Merrillville; daughters, Rosalinda Perez of East Chicago, Kayla Perez, Sarah (Aaron) Schwartz and Samantha (Jon) Groen all of Whiting; grandchildren, Jackie...

Jan 31, 2019

Richard D. LaBuda

Age 72, of Griffith, IN, passed away on Thursday, January 31, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Richard is survived by loving daughter, Cyrena (Ned) Galic; granddaughter, Isabella; brother, Kenneth (Marie) LaBuda; sister, Gail (Larry) Benish; and dearest friend, Susie Peterson.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, February 3,...

Jan 25, 2019

Barbara Ann Kornas (nee Slubowski)

age 75, of St. John, IN, formerly of Calumet City, IL passed away Friday, January 25, 2019. Barbara is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Larry; children, Randal Kornas and Kimberley Kornas; grandchildren, Justin and Ethan Kornas; bother in law, Wayne (Carol) Kornas; cousin, Karen Tuttle; and God...

Jan 23, 2019

Jeanine K. Hipp (nee Best)

age 78, of Highland, IN passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2019.  Jeanine is survived by her loving daughters, Cheryl (late, Clark Adkins) Hipp and Jill (Paul) Vandervort; sisters in law, Alice (late, Dorcey) Best and Ruby (late, Charles) Best; many nieces, nephews and cousins; and furry grandchildren, Joey, Dixie, Baxter,...

Jan 22, 2019

Janice G. Smith (nee Ulyat)

age 94, of Hammond, IN, passed away Tuesday, January 22, 2019. She is survived by her loving sons, Gary (Sherry Wilkinson) of Nampa, Idaho and Mark (late, Cheryl Pearce) of Hammond; 5 grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren. Janice is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ralph E. Smith; and...

Jan 22, 2019

Benjamin Flores

Portage, IN

Benjamin Flores was called home Tuesday, January 22, 2019 surrounded by family and friends. He was born to the late Gregorio Flores on May 4, 1944. He shared 50 years of marriage with the love his life Valeria Flores. He is also survived by his four children, Benjamin Flores...

Jan 18, 2019

Susan M. Kantor (nee Murray)

age 62, of Schererville, IN passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, January 18, 2019.  She is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, Carl; daughters, Kathryn (Dana) Trudeau and Lolly (Kevin) Corbett both of Schererville; grandchildren, Ari, Cody and Olivia Trudeau; father, Edward (late Frances)...

Jan 17, 2019

Martha R. Gallagher (nee Nowak)

age 80, of Highland, IN formerly of Terre Haute, IN passed away Thursday, January 17, 2019.  She is survived by her loving sons, Albert (Patricia) of Munster, William of Terre Haute, IN, John (Melissa) of Fishers, IN; grandchildren, Erin, Nicholas, Maggie, William Jr. and James; sister, Mary Ann (late Robert)...

Jan 17, 2019

Victoria "Vickey" M. Mencl

Age 50, of Hammond, IN. Suddenly passed away Thursday, January 17, 2019. Vickey was survived by her children, Daniel (Jenn) of Lake Village, IN, Samantha, Joseph, Kristin, Curtis and Shane, all of Hammond, IN; 3 Grandchildren, Kacie, Damian and Bently; Sister, Lynn (Henry) and brothers Walter and William; Longtime boyfriend, Raul; ...

Jan 13, 2019

Brian J. Gamblin

age 49, of Hammond, IN, passed away Sunday, January 13, 2019. He is survived by his brothers, Ron Gamblin and Larry Gilliam; several nieces and nephews; and several great nieces and nephews.  Brian is preceded in death by his parents, Art and Patricia Gamblin; brother, Art Jr.; and grandparents.

Brian...

Jan 12, 2019

Margaret D. Laskarin

age 94, of Hammond, IN, passed away Saturday, January 12, 2019. Marge is survived by her loving daughter, Nancy (devoted and caring son in law, Mark Purevich) Laskarin; grandchildren, Jon Michaels, Nikki (Steve) Miskowicz and Nicholas (Melissa) Michaels; great grandchildren, Skylar, Mara, Max and Nico Michaels, Siggi Miskowicz; and grand dogs, Willy...

Jan 12, 2019

SUSAN LAMFALUSI

OF ST. JOHN, INDIANA

Susan Lamfalusi (Skager) Susan Lamfalusi (Skager), age 72, passed away on Wednesday, January 9. She was born on October 12, 1946, to parents Edwin and Melissa Skager, and grew up in Gary, IN. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, George, their daughter Melissa and...

Jan 8, 2019

Frank D. Racz

Hammond, IN

On Tuesday, January 8, 2019 Frank Donald Racz, devoted father, age 77 passed away at the Hospice William J. Riley Memorial House in Munster IN.  Frank was born on April 3, 1941 in Hammond, IN. No one loved the city more than he did. His favorite events were The Masters...

Jan 5, 2019

Leonardo L. Ventura

age 90, of Hammond, passed away Saturday, January 5, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Aurora; 8 children; grandchildren; great grandchildren; and brother. He is preceded in death by two wives.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, January 11, 2019 at 11:00 AM DIRECTLY at All Saints Catholic Church,...

Jan 3, 2019

Leslie H. Krager

Hammond, IN

Age 72, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2019. He is survived by his children: Lisa Krager and Tracy (Daniel) Banaszak; 4 grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 44 years, Jacquelyn. In keeping with the wishes of Leslie there will be no funeral services....

Jan 2, 2019

Jonathan Nathaniel Bock

age 25, of Dyer, IN, passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Jon is survived by his beloved parents, Michael and Nancy Bock; sister, Kristen (fiancé Joe Amato) Bock; brother, David Bock all of Dyer; grandmother, Rose (late Bernard) Bock; girlfriend, Desiree Davis; many aunts, uncles and cousins;...

Dec 31, 2018

Warren G. Shulz

Age 72, of Griffith, IN, formerly Calumet City, IL, passed away on Monday, December 31, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Warren is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Donna (nee Ogle); daughters, Lynne (Brad) Norling of Knoxville, TN and Lisa Shulz of Portland, OR; granddaughter, Rylee Norling; sister, Jacqueline...

Dec 30, 2018

Joseph E. Hasik Jr.

Crown Point, IN

Age 84, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 30, 2018 surrounded by his loving family.  Joseph is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Marianne; children, Gail (late Stephen) Koch, Donna (late Don) Keller, Joseph (Mary Lynn) Hasik Sr; grandchildren, Jamie (Scott) Kallas, Joseph (Jennifer) Hasik...