Obituaries

Sep 6, 2019

Dorothy L. Carter

(Nee Vester)

Dorothy L. Carter age 98 of Hammond entered into her savior's presence on Friday September 6, 2019.

Dorothy is survived by her son in-law and caregiver David A. Hanish; two sisters in-law, Mary Jo Minier and Tina Carter; several nieces, nephews and friends.

Preceded in death...

Sep 3, 2019

Wilfrido Miranda                                                                                                                                                    Lewis Center, Ohio

Wilfrido Miranda, the most loving husband, son, and brother, passed away at the young age of 35 at his home on Tuesday, September 3, 2019.  Wilfrido was born on April 3, 1984 in Ciudad Hidalgo, Michoacán, Mexico to Jacinto and Austreberta.  He grew up in Chicago, IL and moved to Columbus, OH...

Sep 3, 2019

Alva Beatrice Arnett                                                                        (nee Russell)

Hammond

Alva B. Arnett, age 76 of Hammond passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 3, 2019.

Alva is survived by two sons: Richard Eugene Arnett and Amos Ray Arnett Jr., niece Marie Harrigan; three sisters in-law: Juanita Holbrook, Curtis Miller, Gale Harris; numerous friends.

Preceded in...

Aug 31, 2019

LaVerne Scott

(Nee Orr)

Hammond

LaVerne Scott, age 88, of Hammond, passed into the presence of her savior peacefully on Saturday, August 31, 2019. She is survived by one daughter, Wendy Scott; three sons: Nathan, Kenneth and Michael (Becky) Scott; six grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; one brother, Walter Frank (late Violet) Orr; numerous...

Aug 25, 2019

Peter Michael Bradovich

"Sonny"

Hammond

Peter Michael Bradovich, age 92, of Hammond, entered into the gates of heaven on Sunday, August 25, 2019.

He is survived by one sister, Rosalie (John) Gallegos; numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 45 years, Elizabeth "Betty"...

Aug 19, 2019

Bill S. Carter

"Billie"

Bill Carter age 98 of Hammond entered into his savior's presence on Monday August 19, 2019.

Billie is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Dorothy Carter (Nee Vester); son in-law and caregiver David A. Hanish; one sister, Mary Jo Minier; several nieces, nephews and friends.

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Aug 16, 2019

Gerald K. Wilck

Hammond

Gerald Keith Wilck, age 83, of Hammond, entered into the gates of heaven on Friday, August 16, 2019.

He is survived by one son, Gerald (Rita) Wilck Jr.; grandson, Steven Wilck; two step grandchildren: David Cook and Laurie Shea; two great grandchildren: Hannah and Jackson Wilck; brother, Raymond (Hanne)...

Jul 28, 2019

Jeffery Allen Ray

Hammond

Jeffery Allen Ray, age 42, of Hammond, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 28, 2019.

He is survived by his mother; Sharyn Ray; three siblings: Tracy Szczudlak, Scott Bruce, Amy (Jim) Harris; three children; Josh Ray, Makenzee Ray and Guiles Blondeel; niece and nephews: Ashley (Eli) Lewandowski, Billy Szczudlak,...

Jul 27, 2019

Larry K. Brown

Hammond

Larry Brown was welcomed into the presence of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at the age of 79.            Larry is survived by his wife Nikki R. Brown; children: Sylvia M. Brown, Jeffery (Esther) Brown, Cathy (Mike) Jones, and Larry Evans; 3 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; sister, Patty...

Jul 26, 2019

Betty Jean Perry

(nee, White)

Hessville

Betty Jean Perry, age 58, of Hessville passed away unexpectedly at home in her sleep on Friday, July 26, 2019.

She is survived by her mother, Velma White Cuff; Companion, Partner, Supporter & Best Friend, Kenny Carns; Children: Tabitha (Bryant) Anderson, Ashley and Logan Perry;...

Jul 22, 2019

Laurie Marie Lannin                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Nee Fehlberg                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Hammond

Laurie M. Lannin, age 64, of Hammond, passed away suddenly on Monday, July 22, 2019. She is survived by two children: Stacy Lannin (Marcos Perez) and Shawn Lannin; three grandchildren: Hailey Lannin, Dominick and Arianna Soco; one brother, Kenneth (Nikki) Fehlberg; numerous nieces, cousins, friends and her cat, Buddy. Laurie was...

Jul 14, 2019

John Andrew Hogewoning

Hammond

John Andrew Hogewoning, age 55, of Hammond, entered into the gates of heaven on Sunday, July 14, 2019.

He is survived by: two sisters: Patricia Hogewoning and Sylvia (Orrin) Langdon; one brother, Vanson (Jen) Van Pelt; niece, Tammy (Todd) Kinney; nephews: Karl (Ralesha) Hogewoning, Dalton and Brian Van Pelt,...

Jul 8, 2019

Gina L. Baldner

(Nee, Listro)

Hammond, IN/Calumet City, IL

Gina Linda Baldner, age 70, of Calumet City, IL entered into her heavenly fathers presence on Monday, July 8, 2019.

She is survived by her daughter, Annette (David) Snyder; two precious granddaughters: Ariel and Chloe Snyder; brother, Sammy (Christine) Listro; sister, Anita...

Jul 4, 2019

Donna Sue Bewley

Hammond

Donna Sue Bewley, age 59, of Hammond, entered into eternal life suddenly on July 4, 2019 in Sarasota, FL.

Donna was a lifetime resident of the region, born and raised in Hammond. She recently retired from School City of Hammond after over 30 years as a Physical Education Teacher....

Jul 3, 2019

Jeanette Adele Gard

(Nee, Fairse)

Hammond/Merrillville/Munster

Jeanette Adele Gard, age 94, of Munster entered into eternal life on Wednesday, July 3, 2019.

She is survived by her children:

David C. (Diana Krist-Gard) Gard of Schererville, IN and

Deborah (Ronald) Kelderman of Lexington, SC

9 grandchildren;...

Jun 29, 2019

Robert D. Bellamy

Anderson/Hammond

Robert D. Bellamy, age 64, of Anderson, entered into the gates of heaven on Saturday, June 29, 2019.

He is survived by one son, Ryan (Gina) Bellamy of Anderson; grand dog, Joey; Dawn Linvill; Jeremy (Taylor) Linvill; brother, Gary Pierce of Hebron; Chris Bulak who was like a second...

Jun 26, 2019

Victoria Hartlerode

(Nee, Pirau)

Hammond, IN

Victoria Hartlerode, age 94, of Hammond, entered into her heavenly home on Wednesday, June 26, 2019.

She is survived by her two sons: Earl Willis (Kay) Hartlerode and Robert Thomas Hartlerode; one brother, Ron Pirau; special niece Mary Pirau; five grandchildren: Karin Jackson, Debra (Mark)...

Jun 26, 2019

Regina Rose Eaton

(Nee Deming)

Hammond

Regina Rose Eaton, age 55, of Hammond, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, June 26, 2019.

Gina is survived by her two daughters: Crystal Eaton and Samantha (fiancée Daniel Smitka) Eaton; four grandchildren: Richard and Savannah Eaton and Anna and Danny Smitka; father, Donald J. Deming;...

Jun 20, 2019

Kimberly Ann Massie, 59, passed away unexpectedly June 20, 2019 of cardiac arrest. Kimberly was born in North Aurora, IL to Donald and Ann Hosler on January 15, 1960. Kim graduated from West Aurora High School in 1978, then attended Waubonsee School of Nursing. She was also a member of Union Congregational Church before she moved to Indiana. When...

Jun 15, 2019

Cynthia M. Companiott

(nee, Marcinkovich)

Hammond, IN

Cynthia M. Companiott, age 78, of Hammond passed away peacefully at VNA Hospice Center in Valparaiso on Saturday, June 15, 2019.

She is survived by her six children: George (Heather) Companiott, Chris (Nikki) Companiott, Michelle Companiott, Nicholas (Robin) Companiott, Shari (Ron) Heller, Susanne Companiott;...