Obituary Listing

Mar 28, 2018

Juanita Munoz Vela

1929 – 2018

She transitioned into her new life in God's Heaven on Wednesday, March 28 th .  We have faith that she was embraced with loving arms and being blessed with all that is joyful and that she is at Peace.

Juanita grew up in "The Valley" of Texas,...

Mar 18, 2018

Stanley A. Nalewski

age 94, of East Chicago, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018. Stanley is preceded in death by his devoted wife of 67 years, Iona and is survived by his loving children: Mickie (Jeff) Stur, Kathy Nalewski, Stanley R. Nalewski, Patti (Eddy) Centkowski, Judith Ann Rutovic and Tina (Rich) Bronisz; brother Alex Czajkowski; grandchildren: Heather...

Mar 13, 2018

Shirley Jean Johnson

of Hammond, formerly of South Chicago, passed into eternity on the morning of Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at the age of 83. Shirley leaves behind to cherish and honor her memory her four children: Bernard (Roya) Blackman, Pamela (Abraham) Dale, Jackie Webb and Alichia (Michael) McKenney; five grandchildren: Darius Dale, Allison (Victor) Bates-Martinez, Candice...

Mar 13, 2018

Betty M. Ramberg (nee Dertow)

age 80, of Griffith, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2018. Betty is survived by her loving children: Victoria (Frank) Mosca of Schererville, IN; Mark Ramberg of Greenfield, IN; Thomas (Sandra) Ramberg Sr., of Georgia; Timothy Ramberg, of Plainfield, IN; five grandchildren; one great grandchild. Betty was preceded in death by her beloved...

Mar 7, 2018

Nicholas Luna age 88, of Schererville, formerly of East Chicago, IN, passed away Wednesday March 7, 2018 he is survived by his son, Nicholas(Valerie)Luna Jr.; granddaughters, Alana & Marisa; sister, Estella(late Ernesto) Gonzalez; brother, Ralph(Mira)Luna; 2 nephews, Rene Luna, Ernesto(Keri)Gonzalez; niece, Stanka(Jerry)Lavish; and many good friends. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife...

Mar 7, 2018

Abundia P. Castor

age 99, of Munster, IN, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her residence on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Abundia is the loving mother of Dr. Conrado P. Castor (Ester), Sonny (Cynthia), Eduardo (Teresita), Leandro (late Carlota and Adoracion), Marc (Teresita), Johnny, Christina, Catherine (Stephen) Gunty, Aurea (Dan) Duncan and...

Mar 1, 2018

Christopher George Follett Age 37, of Hammond, IN, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2018. Chris is survived by his loving wife Megan (nee Kikalos); mother, Patricia Follett of Watertown MA; father, Joseph Follett of Providence RI; sister, Mary (Joseph) Moylan and nieces Hannah, Olivia and Aine of Watertown MA; brother, Andrew of Providence RI; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Nick...

Feb 26, 2018

Anne C. Lacko (nee Yelinich)

age 95, of Highland, IN, went home to the Lord on Monday, February 26, 2018.  Anne is survived by her loving daughters, Pam (Bob) Kelley and Diane (Clyde) Lacko Pries; four grandchildren, Bobby (Jenny) Kelley, Jonathan Kelley, Kelly (Andy) Kofod and Crystal (Rob) Elkins; seven great grandchildren, Megan, Nathan, Collin,...

Feb 18, 2018

Thomas E. Fissinger

age 80, of Munster, IN, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2018. Tom is survived by his loving wife, Ginger; sons, Gary (Pam) and Russell; daughter in law, Jamie; grandchildren, Ryan (Katie), Jacob, Alison, Kelsey and Lucas; great grandchild, Kylie; brother in law, George (Carol) Mazar; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He...

Feb 17, 2018

Novelene "Nonni" Yatsko Walters

passed away, Saturday February 17, 2018.  Survived by her sister Barbara "Ginger" (Mark) Massari of California and nieces Christina Massari and Gabriella Massari, also of California. The girls were her everything. She also leaves behind numerous family members and a group of very close friends known as: "The Steel Magnolias". Nonni was preceded...

Feb 16, 2018

Terry Edward Branstrom, age 69, of Hammond, passed away on February 16, 2018, at his home with his family by his side following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.  Terry was born in Evergreen Park, Illinois on February 14, 1949, where he lived the first few years of his life.  His family also lived in Salt Lake City, Utah...

Feb 15, 2018

Donald Edward Johnsen, age 92, of Hammond, passed away on February 15, 2018 at Towne Centre in Merrillville.  Don was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and uncle.  He is survived by his children: Louise Johnsen, Linda (Tom) Hoolehan, Susan (Robert) Dabrowski, Donald (Linda) Johnsen, Teresa Johnsen, Raymond (Carol) Johnsen, David Johnsen, Charles (Patricia) Johnsen, Gregory (Debbie)...

Feb 14, 2018

Steven P. Kuric

age  92,  of  Highland, passed away at Community Hospital February 14, 2018.  He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and friend.  Steven is survived by his daughter Dr. Joan Kuric (Chicago, Highland), son  Dr. Steve  Kuric, (Dr.Judi Kuric, Louisville KY), and daughter Caroline (Bill, Jamul, CA), 4 grandchildren -Kyle Kuric (Dr....

Feb 12, 2018

Duane "Dewey" J. Wenzel

age 80, of Schererville, IN formerly of Lansing, IL passed away Monday, February 12, 2018. Duane is survived by his sons: Nick (Vicky), Mike (Marilyn), Otto (Debbie) and Matt; daughter Traci (Jim) Ciarelli; 13 grandchildren, Erik, Ryan, Grace, Katie, Julia, Ashley, Lauren, Sara, Tim, Luke, Peter, Sam, and Teddy; sister, Janell...

Feb 12, 2018

Nancy C. Macenski age 80 of Munster passed away on Monday February 12, 2018. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years Charles, 3 Children: Charles D.(Chris)Macenski, Christopher L. Macenski, Mark R. (Amy)Macenski, 4 Grandchildren: Jonathan, Christina, Steven, Luke, Brothers: Harold Daniel, Larry Daniel, Sister: Kay Ross.

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Feb 11, 2018

Ann Elizabeth Resetar (nee Stahura) age 90, formerly of Hammond, IN, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 11 , 2018, in Highland, IN, at the home of her daughter and son-in law, Claudia and Mark Varichak.  She was born July 8, 1927, in McAdoo, PA, to John and Anna (Samek) Stahura.

Ann was preceded in death by...

Feb 10, 2018

Patricia Jenkins

Of Schererville, Indiana

On Saturday, February 10th, this earth lost a sweet angel to heaven. Patricia Jenkins was born on October 21, 1945, daughter of Harry and Lola Glenn. Patricia lived an amazing life blessed with 3 generations of children and grandchildren. Patricia had a powerful love for her...

Feb 8, 2018

William Gage Houldieson

age 17, of Hammond, left our world on Thursday, February 8, 2018. Survived by his father William D. "Billy" (Cheri Rose Pfeifer) Houldieson; stepfather Juan Luna;  siblings: Denise Paige (Jerrold Lee) Houldieson, Lacey Jade Davila, Gabriel G. Houldieson, Alaina M. Daniel, Julia R. Daniel, Olivia and Isaiah; paternal grandparents: Nina Wiseman and Scott E....

Feb 6, 2018

age 91, of Calumet City, IL, passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2018. Maryann is survived by her children: Laura (Tom) Peterson and Russell (Peggy) Hnatusko; grandchildren: Brian and Dalene Youngblood, Andrew Kimak and Kyle Hnatusko; son-in-law Michael Kimak; many nieces and nephews. Maryann was preceded in death by the love of her life, husband of 37 years Russell Robert...

Feb 4, 2018

Jennifer Lynn Rosas (nee Faught)

Age 37, of Hammond, IN, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2018. Jennifer is survived by her loving daughter, Briana Roman; fiancé, Randy Toney; mother, Carol (stepdad, Wayne) Simmons; brother, Kyle Simmons; step sisters, Emily and Jessica Simmons; dear niece, Hailey; aunts and uncles, Ann (late Doug) Crook, Deloris (Red) Fulte,...