Obituaries

Josephine Espinoza

Jan 8, 2021

Josephine Espinoza (nee Morin)

September 18, 1934-January 8, 2021

Josephine Espinoza, a resident of Gary Indiana, passed away peacefully at the age of 86, on January 8, 2021, resulting from Covid-19.  Josephine is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Esteban Espinoza; her son, John Lorenzo Espinoza; her son in-law, Genaro Sanchez; her...

Robert E. Usselman

Jan 5, 2021

Robert E. Usselman "Bob" Whiting, IN April 1, 1932-January 5, 2021

Robert E. Usselman, age 88, of Whiting passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. He is survived by one brother, Joe Usselman; 2 nieces: Tracy (Martin)Martinez and Amy (Rob) Mecklin; 1 nephew, Joe Usselman Jr.; great nieces, Emily...

Kathleen Sue (Bocken) Navarro

Dec 24, 2020

Kathleen S. Navarro

Nee Bocken

June 17, 1950-December 24, 2020

Kathleen S. Navarro (née Bocken) was a caring wife, mother, gamma/y, sister, aunt and friend.  She passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2020 with her children by her side.  Preceded in death by parents: George and Cecelia Bocken, husband: Darrell Navarro, brothers: Ron,...

Martin Robert Bardoczi

Dec 22, 2020

Martin Robert Bardoczi Sr. "Bob" Hammond November 12, 1933-December 22, 2020

Martin "Bob" Bardoczi Sr., age 87, of Hammond, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 22, 2020. He is survived by 3 children:  Martin "Bob" (Dennette) Bardoczi, Jr., Margaret (Joseph) Einsele, Anna (Bill) Vanover; 4 Grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; 1 brother, Frank (late Audrey) Bardoczi; 2 sisters-in-law,...

Deborah Elaine (Shoaf) Lacko

Dec 19, 2020

Debbie Lacko  (Nee Shoaf)

Hammond, IN

August 4, 1952-December 19, 2020

Debbie Lacko, age 68, of Hammond,  passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 19, 2020

She is survived by her rock of a husband Raymond of 40 years; two children: Angie (Brian) Novak and Tim (Sarah) Lacko; four amazing grandchildren: Lucas,...

Dallas Eugene Shelton

Dec 16, 2020

Dallas E. Shelton

"Gene"

Hammond, IN

Dallas Eugene Shelton, age 93, of Hammond,  was called home to heaven on Wednesday, December 16, 2020.

He is survived by his four sons; Danny (Debbie) Shelton, David (Debi) Shelton, Dale (Sherrie) Shelton and Steven (Marisela) Shelton. 14 Grandchildren and 10 Great-Grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews...

Ramona Parker

Dec 10, 2020

Ramona Parker

(nee White)

November 13, 1936-December 10, 2020

Ramona Parker, age 84, of Hobart, IN, formerly of Lansing, IL entered into the eternal presences of her Lord  Thursday, December 10, 2020.

Ramona is survived by 3 children: Sandy A. (late Nick) Super, Gary C. (Anita) Parker and Brian K. (Rosanne)...

Richard Decker

Dec 7, 2020

Richard A Decker, 73, passed away December 7th at home. He is survived by his loving wife Nancy of 53 years, children Jennifer (Charles) Morey, son Michael, brother Scott, sister Rosemary, grandchildren Nathan and Meghan Morey and his four-legged companion, Mazie. Preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Jessie Decker. Richard was retired from DuPont and spent most...

Shirley Ann (Daniels) Burgess

Dec 2, 2020

Shirley Ann Burgess

(Nee Daniels)

Hammond

Shirley Ann Burgess, age 80, of Hammond,  passed on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family after a courageous battle against cancer.

She is survived by one daughter: Diana Burgess; two grandsons: Brandon (Rachel) Burgess and Jonathan (fiancée Jazmin) Burgess; one...

Felix Torres

Dec 2, 2020

Felix Torres

March 19, 1929-December 2, 2020

Hammond

Felix Torres, age 91, of Hammond, formerly a longtime resident of Gary, passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2020.

He is survived by his children: Anna (Antonio) Holguin, Alice (Antonio) Martinez, Virginia (Epifanio) Feliciano, Felix III (Judy) Torres, and Maria (Felipe) Hernandez; grandchildren:...

William Dennis Deem

Nov 18, 2020

William Deem

"Bill"

William "Bill" Dennis Deem, age 67, of Hobart, IN passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020 after a quick battle with lung cancer.

Bill is survived by his wife of 28 years, Sherry (nee Mullins); children: Janell (Eric) Gill, Kristy Adamson (nee Kammer), Daniel Deem, Jason (Jessica) Kammer, and Desirae Deem;...

Jaime Calzada

Nov 17, 2020

Jaime Calzada

Hammond, IN

Jaime Calzada,  age 29,  of Hammond, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 .

He is survived by his father, Jose Antonio Calzada-Galvan; mother, Maria Mendieta; six siblings: Yanet, Sara, Edgar, Natalie, Yanely and Daniela Calzada; grandparents: Sara Galvan- Mercado and Rogelio Calzada- Mendoza; one nephew, Leonel C....

Aaron Flores

Nov 14, 2020

Aaron Flores,  age 47,  of Houston, Texas, passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2020 .

He is survived by his mother: Emma Almanza; four siblings: Anita Flores-Garza, Raymond Flores, Emanuela Almanza-Rios and Miguel Angel Almanza; thirteen nieces, five nephews, nine great nieces and thirteen great nephews.

Preceded by his father Robert Flores Jr.; brother Robert...

Lawrence G. Devore

Nov 9, 2020

Lawrence Devore

February 10,1927-November 9, 2020

Lawrence G Devore, age 93 of Hammond went home to be with the lord on Monday November 9th, 2020.  He was born on February 10, 1927 in East Chicago, IN to Andrew and Anna (Muha) Devore.  On September 15, 1951 he married the love of his life, the late,...

Thomas E. Umlauf

Nov 7, 2020

Thomas E. Umlauf

Age 62, of Hammond, Passed away November 7, 2020.

Tom was born May 3, 1958 in Hammond, Indiana.

Preceded in death by his father, James B. Umlauf and

His mother, Flora B. Umlauf and sister, Mary Umlauf.

Tom was the fond brother of Jacqueline(Russell) Mars,

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Irisg G. (Gilfillan) Skalka

Nov 6, 2020

Iris G. Skalka

Nee Gilfillan

Hammond

Iris G. Skalka, age 91, of Hammond,  passed away on Friday, November 6, 2020.

She is survived by two daughters: Karen (Kevin) Erwin and Jean (David) Denst; three grandsons: Andrew Denst, Michael and Richard Erwin; several nieces, nephews and friends.

Iris is preceded...

Ronald Denver Broderick

Nov 5, 2020

Ronald Denver Broderick

Hammond

Ronald Denver Broderick, age 64, of Hammond,  passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 5, 2020 at his home.

He is survived by his parents: George and Charlotte (Nee Fentress) Broderick; two children: Ronald Denver (Jodilyn) Broderick Jr. and Emily (Dan) Ridenour; four grandchildren: Amelia Ridenour, Abigail Ridenour, Jackson and...

Carl Wm. West

Oct 26, 2020

Carl W. West

Hammond

Carl W. West, age 80, of Hammond,  passed away on Monday, October 26, 2020.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Charlene West (Nee Alley); daughter, Kelly (Dwayne) Johnson; brother, Ronald (Linda) West; sister, Carol (Jerry) Steele;close family friends: Betty and James Wheatley and numerous nieces and...

Johnny D. Colsten

Oct 22, 2020

Johnny D. Colsten

Munster

Johnny D. Colsten, age 86, of Munster, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 22, 2020.

He is survived by his beloved wife of  61 years, Elaine L. Colsten (Nee Habegger); daughter, Keren (John Harasty) Colsten; son, Jeffery (Cheryl) Colsten; six grandchildren: Jonathan (Erica), Jessica and...

Lucille S. Thomas

Oct 22, 2020

Sona Lucille Thomas

Hammond

Sona Lucille Thomas, age 96, of Hammond was called home to be with her Lord on Thursday, October 22, 2020. She is survived by four children: Patricia (late James) Bence, Joe L. (Ruth) Thomas, James (Patricia) Thomas, Cindy (Dennis) Adam; thirteen grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great...