Steven H. Budnik
Hammond

Steven H. Budnik, 92, of Hammond passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, October 9, 2012.
Steven was survived by 3 daughters: Eva Lawrence,
Laura Bohannon and Ruth (Manolis) Mamouzelos;
Grandchildren: Hollie (Gabe) Sanchez, Mary (Chris) Anders, Eugene Bohannon, Jr., Alexia and Gabriella Mamouzelos and Summer Lawrence;
former wife, Doris Biller;
numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews;
his loyal canine companion, "Sammi".
Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Eva Budnyk; 2 sisters, Mary and Anne; 3 brothers, Paul, Michael and Andrew.
Steve was born and raised in the Indiana Harbor section of East Chicago and was a 1940 graduate of East Chicago Washington High School. He has lived in Hammond for the past 40 years. Steve
was an optician , he owned and operated the Unique Eyeware Shop in Calumet City, IL for many years before his retirement.
A Home Going Celebration for Steven Budnik will be held on Friday, October 12th at 7:00 p.m. at Bocken Funeral Home, 7042 Kennedy Avenue, Hammond (Hessville). A time of visitation with the family will be held on Friday evening from 5:00 p.m. until  8:00 p.m. at  Bocken Funeral Home.
Affectionately known as "Hollywood Steve", he was an avid photographer whose favorite subjects included local events, classic cars, nature and "eye-catching" people. He was a member of First Baptist Church and the Ukranian National Association. Steve was a lover of music and he greatly enjoyed conversations over cocktails. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all.
For more information you may call Bocken Funeral Home at (219)-844-1600 or visit us at: www. bockenfunerals.com

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