Obituaries

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)...

Apr 16, 2022

John Steven Krzan

Hammond, IN

May 29, 1967 – April 16, 2022

John Krzan, age 54, of Hammond entered into eternal life on Saturday, April 16, 2022.

He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Betty Krzan (Nee Jazyk); parents: Dennis and Suzanne Krzan as well as many aunts, uncles,...

Apr 15, 2022

Gladys M. Greene nee Necessary Hobart Gladys M. Greene, age 73, of Hobart, entered the gates of heaven on Good Friday, April 15, 2022. She is survived by her loving husbands of 42 years, Michael G. Greene; 3 children: son, Bobby (Donna) Light, 2 daughters: Tammy (Jay) Sanders and Michelle (David) Jacinto; six grandchildren: Jessica, Jeremy and Justin Light,...

Apr 11, 2022

Frances Rose Dewitt

March 5, 1923 ~ April 11, 2022 (age 99)

Franciska "Frances" Rose Dewitt, 99, passed on April 11, 2022 after a very good life. She was born to Ferdinand Horvath and Lidvina Horvath in Michlitz, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany on March 05, 1923.

She married Michael John DeWitt in 1951 and together...

Mar 26, 2022

Eula Pitts

Hammond

Eula Pitts, age 88, of Hammond, entered the gates of heaven on Saturday, March 26, 2022.

He is survived by his 3 children: Kenneth Lee (Deborah) Pitts, Maria Diane (Michael) Makarewich, Gloria June Robbins; eight grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins...

Mar 18, 2022

Joan "Johanna" Zacok

(nee, McTaggart)

Munster

Joan Zacok, age 100, of Munster went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 18, 2022.  She is survived by her daughter, Gail Zacok; two sons: Neal (Diane) Zacok and Mark (Jamie) Zacok; eight grandchildren: Andrea (Josh) Franklin, Zachary (Rebecca) Zacok, Craig (Meghan) Zacok, Kyle...