Obituary Listing

Nov 21, 2024

Arnulfo "Arnold" Guerrero

Age 65, of Highland, IN, formerly Gary, IN, was called by the Lord on Thursday, November 21. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Rosa (nee Ortiz); daughter, Monique Guerrero; mother, Maria Celia Guerrero; dear godsons, Christopher (Anna) Loy and Johnny (fiancé Raya Miller) Chavez; sister, Isabel (Arthur) Govea; in-laws: Jesse...

Nov 20, 2024

Christine "Teenie" Ferrini

Age 52

Hammond, IN

It is with heavy heart that the Husband and Family of Christine "Teenie" Ferrini announce the news of her sudden passing on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.

This soul-crushing event can only be countered with fierce testament to a life so deeply and passionately lived....

Nov 18, 2024

Stephanie Spolarich of Schererville, IN passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024.

She is survived by her sister Anita (late Raymond) Sejna, special cousins, Michele (late Mark) Schmanke and Kim Pieszchala.  Also, lifelong friends Pam Lacko Kelly, Diane Lacko Pries and Jane Nowakowski.

Stephanie wore many hats through her long career in nursing.  She was...

Nov 17, 2024

Brandon Juan Cruz was a devoted and hardworking man who earned the admiration of all who knew him. For over 17 years, he owned and operated "We Buy Gold" in Gary, Indiana, building a successful business that reflected his determination and showcased his entrepreneurial spirit.

Brandon's life was deeply rooted in faith and family. As an active...

Nov 15, 2024

Kellie (Dines) Jurick, aged 55, of Munster, IN passed away peacefully with her son by her side on November 15, 2024. Kellie was known for her kind, caring, and fun-loving nature.

Kellie grew up in Calumet City, IL before meeting the love of her life, Ted, at the young age of fifteen. They married in 1992 and...

Nov 13, 2024

Maxine Zajac

age 71, formally of Calumet City, IL, of Warsaw, IN,  passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Maxine is survived by granddaughter, Tonya Rosolowski (Cristian Garcia); great-grandchildren, Elliot Garcia Rosolowski and Evan Garcia Rosolowski; sister, Anna (Barry) Hurt; brother, Timmy (Jean) Matczak; nieces, Anna Visak, Christina Castro, and Maria; and five great-nieces and nephews. Preceded...

Nov 11, 2024

Scott Reed

Age 58, of Valparaiso, formerly of Griffith, IN, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 11, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Jennifer Reed (nee Giacomin); best friend and son, Spencer; dad, Ray Setmayer, brother, Mark (Kathy) Reed; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; in-laws, Frances and Arthur Giacomin, brother-in-law, Jon (Nanette)...

Nov 1, 2024

Dominic David Angel Garibay "Dom" Age 22, of Hammond, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 1, 2024. He is survived by his mother, Elizabeth Montejano; father, Carl Garibay; siblings: Carl Jr., Eric, Azriel, and Paris; grandparents: Julian and Guadalupe Montejano, and David (late) Bernadette Garibay; dear love, Hailee and her daughter, Azaree; and many aunts, uncles, and dear cousins....

Oct 29, 2024

Deborah Bogard "Debbie" (nee Bindas)

age 73, of Schererville, IN, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. She is survived by her children: Shawn (Darla) Kelly, Niki (Tony) Watson, Lisa (Chris) Waller, Edward (Stacey) Bogard; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings: Christine (late, John) Whitesell, Karen (Robert) Browder, and Sharon (Randall) Diehl; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins....

Oct 25, 2024

Marcella I. Mrjenovich (nee Baffo)

age 98, of Dyer, IN, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024.  She is survived by her loving children:  Ronald (late) Marilou, Glenn (Joanne), Wayne (late) Jenny, John (Cynthia Grueber), and Doreen (Derrel) Peterson; granddaughters: Rori (late, Tom) McDougal, Mary Denise (late, Matthew) Cienkus, Tammi (Anthony) Perry, Tara (Keith) De Rolf, Jamie...

Oct 25, 2024

Louise E. Elkin (nee Magnabosco)

Age 60, of Hobart, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024. She is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Richard; beloved son, Eric Elkin; sisters: Jill (Bill) Fecht, Jamie (late, Jerry) Steffy, and Tracy (Brian) Nagle; several nieces, nephews; countless dear friends; and precious dog, Rocky. She was preceded in...

Oct 24, 2024

Barbara J. Salapski (nee Szot)

Age 85, of Schererville, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2024. She is survived by her loving husband, Walter Salapski; children: Michael (Kathy) Salapski, Susan (Dan) Guzek, David (Lena) Salapski, and Colin (Betsy) Salapski; grandchildren, Ben (Andrea) Guzek and Steven Salapski, siblings: Robert (Sally) Szot), Ronald (Phyllis) Szot, and Rita (Bob) Johnstone....

Oct 21, 2024

June 30, 1935 – October 21, 2024

Shirley M. Mang, age 89, of Chesterton, Indiana/formerly of Schererville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 21, 2024, with family by her side. She is survived by her children, Chip (Wendy) Mang and Robin (Nate) Lewis; grandchildren Cody Mang, Hunter Mang, Alexandra (Kyler) Kimble and Grant (Emily) Lewis. She...

Oct 20, 2024

John A. Banka

age 68, of Hammond, IN, went home to be with the Lord, on Sunday, October 20, 2024. John is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Judy Banka; beloved daughter, Natalie Banka; many cherished brothers- and sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and his loyal canine companion, Chico. He is preceded in death by...

Oct 17, 2024

Janice V. Vargo

age 73, of Griffith, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024. She is survived by her son, Larry J. (Mary Jo) Vargo; sister, Joyce (late, Kenneth) Hathaway; granddaughter, Mary Alice Vargo (Hunter Harris), Margaret Elizabeth Vargo, and Madison Ann Vargo; and niece, Merri V. Hathaway (Jon Willis). Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph...

Oct 13, 2024

Mary "Jane" Fisher (nee Wasko) 84, passed away peacefully after a short illness on Sunday, October 13, 2024. She was born December 2, 1939 in East Chicago. She is survived by her brother, John Wasko; her beloved children: Laura Fisher-Pramuk, Christopher Fisher, and Jill Fisher; and her precious grandchildren: Nicole Pramuk, Sarah Pramuk, Izabella Fisher and Ezra Fisher.

Oct 11, 2024

Barbara Ann Stanford passed away peacefully on October 11, 2024, in Munster, IN after 84 years of love and adventures.

Barbara Ann Stanford (nee Middleton) was born November 6, 1939, in Stoke on Trent, England to George and Evelyn Middleton (nee Dolson), two months after the start of World War II. During that time, cities and large...

Sep 29, 2024

Steven Maruszczak

age 79, of Hammond, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024. Steven is survived by his sister, Rosalie (late, Charles) Faso; aunt, Marge Martin; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Steven and Jean Maruszczak; sisters, Marie Maruszczak and Donna McWilliams; as well as many loving aunts, uncles, nieces,...

Sep 28, 2024

Sandra L. Leeney

Age 77, of Highland, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024. She is survived by her loving sister, Barbara (Robert) Shutko; sister-in-law, Carol Leeney; cousin who was more like a sister, Catherine Askew; five nieces and nephews, nine great-nieces and nephews; and in-law, Bill Oyste. She was preceded in death by her parents Thomas...

Sep 26, 2024

Bertha A. Guerrero (nee Castellanos)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bertha Alicia Guerrero (nee Castellanos), of St. John, Indiana, who departed this world after a courageous battle with illness.  She passed away surrounded by the love of her family on September 26 at the age of 76.

Bertha was...