Obituaries

Jan 17, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Virginia (Diaz) Rodriguez. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jan 10, 2023

Vivian F. Cessna

Nee Sammons

Hammond, IN

October 15, 1950 – January 10, 2023

Vivian F. Cessna, age 72, of Hammond entered into the presence of the Lord on Tuesday, January 10, 2023.

She is survived by her companion of 35 years: Donald R. Pena; three daughters: Rebecca Repasi,...

Jan 10, 2023

Joseph Leon Grabarczyk

Hammond

December 25, 1956-January 10, 2023

Joseph L. Grabarczyk, age 66 of Hammond passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 10, 2023.

Joseph is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Karen Lee Grabarczyk (nee Gaddy); two sons: Joseph L. Grabarczyk Jr. and Jake Patrick Grabarczyk; two grandchildren:...

Jan 8, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Ann E. Evancic. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jan 3, 2023

Frank L. Bardoczi Sr. Hammond April 11, 1935-January 3, 2023

Frank L. Bardoczi Sr., age 87, of Hammond, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 3,2023. He is survived by two children: Frank L. (Diane) Bardoczi, Jr., and Susan Bardoczi as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and good friends.

Preceded in death by his loving wife...

Dec 31, 2022

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...

Dec 25, 2022

George W. Shropshire

Hammond, IN

November 7, 1945 – December 25, 2022

George W. Shropshire, age 77, of Hammond entered the gates of heaven on Christmas Sunday, December 25, 2022.

He is survived by three children: Timothy G. Shropshire, Christopher (Ila) Shropshire, Sherri Nealis; six grandchildren: Robert and Cole Shropshire, Jacob...

Dec 21, 2022

Michael Julius Howard

"Duck"

Hammond, IN

December 11, 1965 – December 21, 2022

Michael J. Howard, age 57, of Hammond passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2022.

He is survived by his daughter, Autumn Howard Fiancé Andrew; granddaughter, McKenna Lukacs and sister,Dawn.

Preceded in death by his...

Dec 17, 2022

Dorothy M. Bardoczi

(Nee Hausman)

September 23, 1929-December 17, 2022

Dorothy M. Bardoczi, age 93, of Hessville, passed away peacefully on Saturday December 17, 2022. Dorothy was the youngest of five children born to Margaret (nee Kasper) and Otto Hausman. She was born in East Chicago and lived most of her life in...

Dec 14, 2022

Dora Ann Camp

Hammond

May 28, 1963-December 14, 2022

Dora Ann Camp passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday December 14th, 2022, in Hammond, Indiana.

Dora was born on May 28th, 1963, to her beloved parents Novan and Darlene Camp in Hammond, Indiana. She is always remembered as having a...

Nov 27, 2022

Sandra Jayne Gomez

(nee Kingery)

Pullman, MI/Hammond, IN

April 21, 1952 – November 27, 2022

Sandra J. Gomez, age 70, of Pullman, Michigan entered into the presence of the Lord on Sunday, November 27, 2022.

She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Rolando Gomez; two daughters: Jessica...

Nov 27, 2022

Wilene A. Dzurochak

(nee Hunziker)

October 17, 1933-November 27, 2022

Wilene Dzurochak, age 89, of Highland IN (formerly Hammond IN, and Plainfield WI) passed away on November 27, 2022 after 2 years of significant health challenges. While tiny in stature, she was strong-willed with a big personality and a kind heart. Her absence...

Nov 16, 2022

Elizabeth Ellen Liesenfelt  "Liz"

Nee Wolfenberger

Hammond, IN

January 29, 1938 – November 16, 2022

Elizabeth Liesenfelt, age 84, of Hammond entered into the presence of the Lord on Wednesday, November 16, 2022.

She is survived by 1 son, James (Holly) Liesenfelt ; 3 Daughters: Heidi (Dave) Liesenfelt, Barbara...

Nov 7, 2022

Garry Lee Belford

Hammond, IN

November 22, 1952-November 7, 2022

Garry L. Belford age 69 of Hammond was welcomed into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Monday, November 7, 2022, while surrounded by his loving family.

Garry is survived by his devoted wife of 50 years, Barbara A. Belford...

Nov 7, 2022

Linda G. Rickert    (nee Olesen)

Griffith

August 3, 1949-November 7, 2022

Linda G. Rickert, age, 73 of Griffith, was called to her heavenly home on Monday, November 7, 2022.                                                                                                    She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Jack A. Rickert; two children: Keith Rickert and Dawn (Earl) Brammer; seven grandchildren: Brittnee,...

Oct 28, 2022

Ann L. Kutie

(Nee Gavura)

Hammond

March 12, 1923-October 28, 2022

Ann L. Kutie,  age 99, of Hammond, IN entered into the house of her heavenly Father on Friday, October 28, 2022.

She is survived by two daughters, Joann (Randy) Novakowski and Lois (David) Haskins; seven grandchildren: Natalie (Duane)...

Oct 20, 2022

Jerry Gale Slaven

Hammond, IN

August 7, 1955-October 20, 2022

Jerry G. Slaven, age 67, of Hammond entered eternal life on Thursday, October 20, 2022.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Pamela Slaven; two children: Sherry (friend Charles) Klut and Steve (Natalie) Slaven; nine grandchildren: many great grandchildren;...

Oct 18, 2022

Clayton W. Anderson

Hammond

Clayton W Anderson, 98, died on October 18, 2022. He was born on May 13, 1924 in Chicago, Illinois.  He grew up in Chicago earning a degree in accounting.  He worked as a CPA while working on his Doctorate earning his PhD from Northwestern in 1969.  He married Pricilla Waitt in...

Oct 14, 2022

Melvin H. Drudge Jr.

Gary, IN

September 2, 1941-October 14, 2022

Melvin H. Drudge Jr., age 81, of Gary entered eternal life on Friday, October 14, 2022.

He is survived by two daughters: Allison (Michael) Galich and Regina (Kevin) Swivel; former wife and mother of children, Diana Drudge; 5 grandchildren: Ashley...

Oct 13, 2022

Ruby M. Snyder

Nee Luce

Crown Point/Hammond

Ruby M. Snyder, age 85, formerly of Hammond, was welcomed into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 13, 2022.

Ruby is survived by her son Dale (Diana) Snyder; son-in-law Jeff (LaVaughn) Relinski; grandchildren: Amanda (William) Oliver, Christopher Snyder, Ashley (Matthew)...