Obituaries

Mar 10, 2021

John E. Morris

December 17, 1940 - March 10, 2021

John E. Morris, age 80, of Hammond, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. He is survived by his daughter, Joanne (Don) Davis; 2 sons, Barry Morris and Brian (Lorraine) Morris; granddaughter, Anna Morris; one brother, Rob Morris; numerous dear friends.

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Mar 6, 2021

William Thomas Ramsey "Bill" Hammond, IN William T. Ramsey, age 93, of Anderson formerly of Hammond entered into eternal life on Saturday, March 6, 2021. He is survived by his two sons: Michael Ramsey and Steven Ramsey; daughter,  Debra (Edward) Langan; 5 Grandchildren; 7 Great-Grandchildren; Brother, B.J Ramsey; sisters: Yvonne and Bonnie. Preceded in death by his wife of...

Mar 2, 2021

Carmen Tovar

July 13, 1949-March 2, 2021

Carmen Tovar,  age 71, late of the East Side entered into the house of her heavenly Father on Tuesday , March 2, 2021.

She is survived by her mother, Carmen B. Tovar; daughter, Veronica (Pedro) Gutierrez; two sons, Robert A. and Michael A. Ruiz; four grandchildren:...

Feb 17, 2021

Margaret R. Dragus

(Nee Johnson)

Highland, IN                                                                                          January 19, 1948-February 17, 2021

Margaret Dragus, age 73, of Highland entered into eternal life on Wednesday, February 17, 2021.

She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Daniel Dragus;  children: Christopher and Michelle Dragus; two grandchildren: Mikaela and Josephine Dragus; sister: Patricia...

Feb 14, 2021

Carolyn L. Halas

(Nee Skowronski)

Hammond

December 13, 1943-February 14, 2021

Carolyn L. Halas,  age 77, of Hammond, IN entered into the house of her heavenly Father on Sunday, February 14, 2021.

She is survived by two sons, Deacon Michael (Bobbie) Halas and David (Debbie) Halas; three grandchildren: Jessica,...

Feb 11, 2021

Ann Marva Fossett

Gary, Indiana November 10, 1938 - February 11, 2021 Ann Marva Fossett, age 82, of Gary, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2021. Ann, known by all as "Marva", was born and raised in Gary, Indiana. She was the daughter of Eddie Clifford Bibbs and Addie Flossie Bibbs (née Polk). She graduated from...

Feb 8, 2021

Salvador Martinez

Hammond, IN

Salvador Martinez, age 81, of Hammond passed away peacefully on Monday, February 8, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loved ones.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years; Hermelinda Martinez (Nee Melgoza); four children: Sandy (Chris) Flores, Leo (Patty) Martinez, Salvador (Dulce) Martinez and Ana (Ruben)...

Feb 8, 2021

Carol Elaine Skorupa-Hardesty

(Nee Gimson)

Hammond, IN

Carol E. Skorupa-Hardesty, age 92, of Hammond passed away peacefully on Monday, February 8, 2021 at her home.

She is survived by four children: Chris Skorupa, Rudy (Peggy) Skorupa, Laura (Scott) Ford, Kathleen (David) Jazyk; Daughter-in- law Pam Skorupa; siblings: Lavern Goble and Gene...

Feb 6, 2021

Richard Thomas Ross  Jr.

Hammond, IN

Richard Thomas Ross Jr., age 58, of Hammond entered into eternal life on Saturday, February 6, 2021.

He is survived by his  four sisters: Linda (Koo) Young, Joyce (Scott) Grimes, Diane (John) Flores, Kathy (James) Harper; one brother, Patrick Ross; his dog Angel and many nieces, nephews...

Feb 5, 2021

Kerry Allen Skorupa

Hammond                                                                                                  August 22, 1957-February 5, 2021

Kerry Allen Skorupa, age 63, of Hammond,  passed away peacefully on Friday, February 5, 2021 surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with cancer.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years: Pamela Gay Skorupa (nee Sanders); two sons: Eric (fiancée...

Feb 4, 2021

George W. Strickland

Hammond                                                                                                               March 17, 1935-February 4, 2021

George W. Strickland, age 85, of Hammond,  passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 4, 2021.

He is survived by his nephews, Don (Sandy) Strickland and Gary Strickland, niece, Sharon (Nick) Menatos as well as several other nieces, nephews and friends including special friend and...

Jan 27, 2021

Dorothy A. Sutkowski

(Nee Yoder)

Munster

December 3, 1922-January 27, 2021

Dorothy A. Sutkowski age 98, of Richardson, Texas, formerly of Munster, IN and Naperville, IL entered into the gates of Heaven on Wednesday, January 27, 2021.

She is survived by one son, Mark (Jane) Sutkowski of Naperville, IL...

Jan 26, 2021

David R. Pry                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Hammond, IN

David R. Pry, age 59, of Hammond,  passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.

He is survived by his children: David K. Pry of Hammond, and Samantha (Kyle) Stiles of Plymouth, IN; his grandchildren: Presley, Harley and KJ; his companion and best friend, David...

Jan 25, 2021

Dona Kay Snoddy "GiGi"

(Nee Dobosi)

Hammond, IN

September 23, 1944-January 25, 2021

Dona Kay Snoddy, age 76, of Hammond,  passed away peacefully on Monday, January 25, 2021 with her loved ones by her side.

She is survived by one daughter, Jacalyn (Robert) Brabbs;  grandchildren: Shelby (Wesley) Short and...

Jan 21, 2021

Don E. Moore Sr. Don Edward Moore Sr., age 60 passed away suddenly January 21, 2021. Don is survived by his devoted wife Angelique Moore of 20 years, together for 30 years, his Children: Tanesha Moore, Don Moore Jr., Daniel Clark, Angelique Riley, Christian Moore,and Lakesha Moore, his loving mother Sallie Moore, and his brothers and sisters.

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Jan 21, 2021

Robert D. Geren

"Bob"

Robert D. Geren, age 70, of Munster, passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021.

He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Bertha I. Geren (Nee Villarreal); children: Fernando (Sarah) Lopez, Veronica (fiancée Michael Gomez) Lopez; grandchildren: Elijah Gomez, Juelisa Gomez, Elana Lopez, Gabriella Gomez, Ethan Lopez,...

Jan 14, 2021

Ruth Mattingly

(Nee Richardson)

Hammond, IN

March 15, 1921-January 14, 2021

Ruth Mattingly, age 99, of Hammond  passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 14, 2020.

She is survived by her three daughters Suzette (Chuck) Sterba, Cheri (Vernon) Rumsey and Bonnie (Jeff) Towne; four grandchildren: Danielle Denehie, Monte  Denehie, Jason...

Jan 13, 2021

J. Edward Johnston                                                                                                                                                          October 19, 1942-January 13, 2021                                                                                                                       Gary, IN

J. Edward Johnston, 79, passed away January 13, 2021  in a Chicago nursing home, surviving two years after a massive stroke in 2018. He is survived by his wife of 49 years Monica (nee O'Neill), son Padraig and partner Matthew, as well as his brother Dan (Barb)...

Jan 12, 2021

George John Husick

"Coach"

George J. Husick, age 60, of Maricopa, Arizona formerly of Chicago and Cicero, IL passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021.

George is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Norma Jean (nee Cissna); children: George (Jessica) Corona, Jeremiah (Sylvia) Corona, Anita (Michael) Larain, Amanda Husick, Tom Husick, Michael...

Jan 8, 2021

Michael John "Mikey" Weir

August 29, 1981 - January 8, 2021

Michael John Weir, "Mikey"   passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones on  Friday, January 8, 2021, after a brave 18-month battle with cancer.   He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, brother-in-law, nephew, cousin and friend.  Mikey was an avid reader, music lover...