Obituaries

Aug 14, 2022

Wilmer Edgar Neyhart

Hammond

April 16,1935-August 14, 2022

Wilmer E. Neyhart, age 87, of Hammond was welcomed into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 14, 2022. He is survived by three children: Robert (Amy) Neyhart, Cindy (Brian) Smith and Dennis (Angela) Neyhart; thirteen grandchildren: Cora, Andrew, Stephanie, Stacy, Caleb,...

Aug 7, 2022

Jeffrey L. Spence

Hammond, IN

July 12, 1960 – August 07, 2022

Jeffrey Spence, age 62, of Hammond passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 7, 2022.

He is survived by his fiancée and soulmate of twenty-four years: Sherry Lynne Burgess; stepchildren: Randy Burgess Jr. and Michael Burgess; grandfather of many; brother:...

Aug 6, 2022

Joe Polo Martinez

Cedar Lake, IN

January 22, 1966-August 6, 2022

Joe P. Martinez, age 56, of Cedar Lake was called home to be with his Lord on Saturday, August 6, 2022. He is survived by his loving mother, Aida L. Martinez; siblings: Ramiro (late Patricia) Perez, Linda (Gianni) Calvopina, Rich Martinez, Federico...

Aug 5, 2022

Mary M. Hillyer

nee McKinley

Hammond, IN

October 29,1929 – August 5, 2022

Mary M. Hillyer, age 92, of Hammond passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, August 5, 2022.

She is survived by her daughter, Darlene Burke of Hammond; grandchildren: Debbie Otarski, Larry...

Aug 3, 2022

Mary E. Yuritic "Cookie"

nee Canady

Hammond, IN

March 4, 1935 – August 3, 2022

Mary E. Yuritic, age 87, of Hammond passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 3, 2022.

She is survived by her daughter, Alice (Aaron J.) Zemelko; grandchildren: Aaron Edward and Andrew Michael Zemelko; sisters: Dolores...

Aug 1, 2022

David Concepcion

Hammond, IN

January 22, 1986 – August 1, 2022

David Concepcion, age 36, of Hammond passed away suddenly on Monday, August 1, 2022.

He is survived by his mother, Margarita Concepcion; two brothers: Frank and Samuel Concepcion.

Preceded in death by his father Francisco Concepcion.

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Aug 1, 2022

Joan R. Klekot

nee Fritz

Hammond, IN

July 16, 1932 – August 1, 2022

Joan R. Klekot, age 90, of Hammond passed away on Monday, August 1, 2022.

She is survived by her 3 sons: Bruce (Kathy) Klekot, Gary Klekot and Terry Klekot; grandchildren: Jeremy (Nicole) Klekot, Mallorie Hanchar...

Jul 29, 2022

Lewis J. Wetzel I

Hammond, IN

November 04, 1937 – July 29, 2022

Lewis J. Wetzel I, age 84, of Hammond passed away peacefully while camping at his "Happy Place" on Friday, July 29, 2022.

He is survived by his two daughters: Kathleen (David) Kwiatkowski of Schererville and Cindy (Bobby) Sullivan...

Jul 26, 2022

Melanie J. Avenatti

nee Kujawa

Hammond, IN

August 22, 1957 – July 26, 2022

Melanie J. Avenatti, age 64, of Hammond passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 26, 2022.

She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Louis J. Avenatti; two sons; Gregory and Ricky Avenatti; brother, Mike...

Jul 26, 2022

Earl R. Wilson Jr.

Hammond

June 28, 1938-July 26, 2022

After spending his last days at home with family surrounding him, Earl R.Wilson Jr. left this home for his heavenly home in the early hours of July 26th.

Born June 28th, 1938 to Earl R.Wilson Sr. and Shirley Lorena(Green) Wilson in...

Jul 9, 2022

Karen F. Brown

Hammond

April 8, 1942-July 9, 2022

Karen Faye Brown, age 80, of Hammond was welcomed into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 9, 2022. She is survived by her niece, Lori (Lon) Childress with whom she made her home; great niece and nephew Loni (fiancé Andy...

Jul 2, 2022

Dorothy Marie Martin

nee Anderson

Hammond, IN

June 29, 1926 – July 2, 2022

Dorothy Marie Martin, age 96, of Hammond passed away peacefully at Cedarhurst of Dyer on Saturday, July 2, 2022.

She is survived by her nieces: Sharon Morrison, Kay (Mike) Hansen, and Nancy (Hans) Teunissen; nephew,...

Jun 27, 2022

James D. "Jim" Albin

Hammond, IN

October 30, 1949 – Jun 27, 2022

James D. Albin, age 72, of Hammond passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 27, 2022 surrounded by his loving family.

He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Flotella (nee Steele); children: Christopher (Sarah)...

Jun 26, 2022

Michael Joseph Bewley

Michael Joseph Bewley, age 35, of East Chicago, IN, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 26th, 2022.

Michael is survived by his parents Franklin and Sandra Bewley, fiancé Christine Aviles, daughter Azalya Bewley (Andreyea Stack), son Giovonnie Bewley (Ofelia Marsiliano), son Michael Aviles-Bewley, brother David (Alleyce) Bewley, sister Kristina...

Jun 15, 2022

Nancy Jean Rodda

Schererville/Hammond IN

May 1, 1940 – June 15, 2022

Nancy Rodda, age 82, of Schererville entered the gates of Heaven on Wednesday, June 15, 2022.

She is survived by her two brothers: Roger (Shirley) Rodda and Donald (Chris) Rodda as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends....

May 25, 2022

Janet Tabaczynski

nee Hojnacki

Hammond

June 20,1953-May 25, 2022

Janet Tabaczynski, age 68, of Hammond, passed away peacefully at home while surrounded by her family on Wednesday, May 25,2022.

She is survived by her loving husband, Martin Tabaczynski; 2 daughters: Tracy and Audrey Tabaczynski; grandson, Gannon Tabaczynski; siblings: Debbie...

May 17, 2022

Janis Dail Williamson

(Née Qualls)

Hammond, IN

August 15, 1943 - May 17, 2022

Janis Williamson, age 76, of Hammond, IN went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 17, 2022.

She is survived by her 3 children: Tammy (Charles) Rhodus, Penny (Chris) Gibbs and...

May 16, 2022

Nicholas Frank Plesha

Hammond, IN

February 8, 1941 – May 16, 2022

Nicholas F. Plesha, age 76, of Hammond passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, May 16, 2022.

He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Randi M. Plesha (Nee Gross); daughter, Nadia (Daniel) Allen; son, Christopher Plesha;...

May 9, 2022

Patricia Ann Bence

Nee Thomas

Highland

July 12,1945-May 9, 2022

Patricia Ann Bence, age 76, of Highland was called home to be with her Lord on Monday, May 9, 2022. She is survived by three children: Bryan (Lori) Coster, Barry (Suzanne) Coster and Jill Johnson; grandchildren: Ryan, Katie and Braden Coster;...

Apr 25, 2022

Benny Reyna Sr.

Hammond, IN

April 28, 1958 – April 25, 2022

Benny Reyna Sr., age 63, of Hammond entered eternal life on Monday, April 25, 2022.

He is survived by his children: Robert Reyna, Benny Jr. Reyna, Brittany Reyna, Isaiah Reyna; grandson, Gabriel Reyna; siblings: Chino (Tammy) Reyna, Cruz (Arnett)...