All Obituaries

Arturo L. Sanchez “Art” Hammond April 21,1973-March 17, 2023  Arturo L. Sanchez, age 49, of Hammond, was suddenly called home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 17, 2023. He is survived by his six siblings: Odessa (George) Garcia, Armando (Lupe) Sanchez Jr., Pete (Juanita) Sanchez, Sandra (Jaime) Jimenez, Thelma Lopez, Nora (Johnny) Best; many nieces, nephews, great nieces, nephews and friends.     ...

Johnny R. Weir Hammond December 23, 1945 - December 31, 2022 Johnny “John” R, Weir passed away on December 31, 2022, after a brief illness.  He was surrounded by loving members of his family.  John was a beloved and devoted husband of 46 years, a loving father and grandfather.  John was a United States Army veteran, he was stationed in Korea and Germany from 1964-1967. John’s interests included reading, keeping up with current events and gardening,...

Andrew D. Kras   Hammond, IN May 30, 1956 – March 8, 2023 Andrew D. Kras, age 66, of Hammond peacefully passed away at home on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 while surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his son Randy Kras, brother, Hank (Judy) Kras, sisters: Karol Pelczar, Mary (Larry) Lawrence; companion, Karen and her children and grandchildren; as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by his parents: Henry and Dolores Kras; son, Andrew D. Kras Jr.,...

Michele Renae Spence Nee Peeples Hammond Michele Renae Spence was born on August 1st, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois to the union of John Leflore Peeples and Esmine Mae Peeples. Michele received her high school diploma in 1988 and continued her education at Sawyer and Purdue University college, she pursued a career at Heartland for many years, and then employed at The University of Chicago. Michele dedicated her life to Christ the year of 1998 and continued to serve the Lord at her home...

Glenn E. Houchin October 5, 1948 — March 3, 2023 Glenn E. Houchin, age 74, of Hammond passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 3, 2023 in his home. He is survived by his siblings, Jenny (late Larry) Nicpon, James Houchin, Linda (Tom) Eaton, Maggie Houchin, Kerry (late Jimbo) Pettit and Cindy Gordon, numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Glenn and Hester Houchin. A celebration of the life of Glenn Houchin will be planned at a...

Nathan Shea Hogan “Nate” February 26, 1975 — February 21, 2023 Nathan S. Hogan, age 47, of Hammond entered into the presence of the Lord on Tuesday, February 21, 2023.  He is survived by his mother, Sandi Hogan; two beloved children: Odhran McDaid and his mother Joanne McDaid; and Kaylie Dowd and her mother Rhonda Dowd; companion Olympia A. Perez; brothers of 35 years, Herbie Barrientez, Jason Eastlund, Shawn and Jason Vandermeer, Ronnie Uylaki; loving aunts,...

Judith Ann Edens nee Gorak Hammond, IN January 19, 1939 – February 14, 2023 Judith A. Edens, age 84, of Hammond entered the presence of the Lord on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. She is survived by her 2 daughters: Sandra (John) Reid and Paula (Kevin) Callahan; 3 sons: James (Susan) Edens, Jeffery (Kelly) Edens and Darrell Edens; 13 grandchildren: Meredith, Charisse, Alanna, James, Brian, Kimberly, Christopher, Patrick, Caleb, Seth, Darrell, Judith and Amber; 21 great-grandchildren;...

Debra Louise Rossi Nee Rootes Hammond, IN June 21, 1952 – February 9, 2023 Debra L. Rossi, age 70, of Hammond entered into the presence of the Lord on Thursday, February 9, 2023. She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Robert R. Rossi Sr.; three sons: Robert R. (Deby) Rossi Jr. of Crown Point, David (Cheryl) Rossi of St. Louis MO, Mike (Joy) Rossi of Crown Point; daughter, Heather (Don) Martin of Hammond; grandchildren: Megan Rossi of Crown Point, Ashlie (Melissa)...

Janice E. Turner (née Casey)   On Wednesday, February 1, 2023, Janice E. (Casey) Turner, loving wife, mother, and Nana, passed away at the age of 65 surrounded by family.      Janice was born in Hammond, IN on May 16, 1957 to Guy and Laverne (Thackston) Casey. She married John on March 13, 1977; they raised one son, Joshua, and three daughters, Anji, Lisa, and Sara.      Janice had an overall passion for music. Much of her life was spent singing,...

Dennis “ Denny” Danko  October 26, 1940-February 1, 2023 Dennis Danko, age 82 of Hammond, IN passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 surrounded by his family.     He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Pamela Danko (nee Reinert), his children Joe Danko, Laura (Steve) Powell, Barbara Garland, Bill (Catherine) Danko, James (Sherri) Danko, and Annie (Dave) Amos, as well as his beloved grandchildren Claire, Emma, Alicia, Jaden, Henry, Olive, Jack,...