Obituaries

Mar 3, 2019

Richard D. Josway

"Rick"

Hammond

Richard D. Josway, age 58 of Hammond passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2019. He is survived by: three brothers: Steven, Joseph (late Ann Marie) and Thomas Jr. (Janet) Josway; sister, Frances (Gene) Kovacs; one uncle Frank (Debbie) Josway; numerous beloved nieces, nephews, friends and his dogs.                                                                                        Preceded...

Feb 27, 2019

Helen L. Hoffrogge

Nee Bowker

Munster/Hammond

Helen Hoffrogge, age 80, of Munster, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, February 27th 2019. She is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great and great-great nieces nephews and dear friends.

Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 43 years, Ralph L. Hoffrogge; Parents, Orval...

Feb 23, 2019

Peter Lemos

"Pete"

Hammond

Peter Lemos, age 82 of Hammond passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on February 23,2019. He is survived by: his loving wife of 60 years Martha Lemos, children Monica (Mike) Espinoza, Joseph (Anita) Lemos, and Robert Lemos. Grandchildren: LaTisha (Matthew) Upchurch, Cameron Lemos, Conner Lemos, Julian Espinoza,...

Feb 21, 2019

Bettye M. Ferry

Highland

Bettye Marie Ferry, age 91, of Highland, entered into the gates of heaven on Thursday, February 21, 2019.

She is survived by four granddaughters; Kimberly (Thomas) Inhausen, Kathleen (Raul) Guzman, Jacquelyn (RJ) Averilla, Jennifer (Clint) Colston; seven great grandchildren: Nicole (Tony) Carroll, Thomas (Sam) Imhausen, Chelsea (Juan) Ceja, Caitlin...

Feb 20, 2019

Timothy R. Snow

"Tim"

Hammond, IN

Timothy Ray Snow, age 55 of Hammond, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, February 20, 2019.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Rebecca I. Snow (nee Morris); two children: Tim and Robert Snow; two grandchildren; Dillon and Madelyn Snow; mother, Joyce Snow;...

Feb 20, 2019

David C. West

"Big Dave"

Hammond David C. West, age 50, of Hammond passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday February 20, 2019.

Big Dave is survived by three children: Amanda (Adriel) Ruiz, Matthew West and Erin West; three grandchildren: Braylon Osorio, Brielle Ruiz and Seth Ruiz; ex-wife Christine (David) Fleming, and...

Feb 17, 2019

Theresa K. Osborne

(Nee, Jones)

Hammond, IN

Theresa K. Osborne, age 52 of Hammond, passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2019 after a lengthy illness.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 25 years, John H. Osborne; 3 children: James Moss "estranged", Angel Moss and Nancy Moss; 5 grandchildren; Brianna...

Feb 11, 2019

Elizabeth Mary Bardoczi

"Betty"(Nee Brabbs)

Hessville

Elizabeth M. Bardoczi "Betty" age 93 of Hammond passed away peacefully on Monday, February 11, 2019 in her home.

Betty is survived by her loving husband and best friend of 71 years, Emery James Bardoczi Sr., their son, William (Margaret) Bardoczi; daughter-in-law, Ida Mae Bardoczi;...

Jan 15, 2019

Juanita Mae Nance

Nee Walker

Hammond

Juanita Mae Nance, age 88, of Hammond, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, January 15, 2019. She is survived by; two sons, Dennis (Laurie) Noel and James Swann; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one brother, Dennis (Sandra) Walker; one sister in-law, Judy Walker; numerous nieces, nephews, great and...

Jan 15, 2019

Antonio Prieto

"El Pajaro"

Gary

Antonio Prieto, born July 13, 1928, died peacefully at the age of 90 on January 15, 2019.  He retired from EJ&E Railroad in 1990 after 33 years of work.  His life's passion, besides his family, were music—specifically the accordion. As a self-taught musician he founded the "música norteña"...

Jan 15, 2019

Kenneth Ray Pribble

Hessville

Kenneth Ray Pribble, age 89 entered the gates of heaven peacefully on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at VNA Hospice Center. Survivors include his loving wife of 68 years, Betty JoAnn Pribble (Nee Von Almen); 3 sons: Randy, Larry (Barbara) and Kevin (Angela) Pribble; 3 grandchildren: Angela (Bobby) Figueroa, Michele (Bobby) Klut...

Jan 3, 2019

Harold Chester Liming

Hammond

Harold C. Liming, age 98 entered into the gates of heaven on Thursday, January 3, 2019.  He is survived by two sisters in-law: Barbara Liming and Joyce Liming; several nieces, nephews, great and great great nieces, nephews and many friends both here and in Florida.                                        Preceded in death by his beloved...

Jan 2, 2019

Mario F. Quintanilla Sr.

East Chicago

Mario F. Quintanilla, age 92 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at his home with his loving family by his side. He is survived by children: Cynthia A. Sosby and Mario F. (Carolyn) Quintanilla Jr.; grandchildren: Steven Rasala, Rebecca (Paul) Luebcke, Edwin (Daniella) Sosby; great grandchildren: Victoria,...

Dec 29, 2018

Joyce J. Hrycak                                                                (Nee Backus)

Hammond

Joyce J. Hrycak, age 76, of Crown Point and Valparaiso passed away on Saturday, December 29, 2018.

She is survived by two children: Twila Hobson and Gerald (Debbie) Fulkerson; grandchildren: Tonya Fulkerson Wilson, Thomas Hobson, (Jen) Hobson, Shane Ward, Blake Rivett and special niece and nephew whom...

Dec 28, 2018

Grace Lucille Dunbar

(Nee Dawson)

Hammond IN/Florida

Grace Lucille Dunbar age 85, of Hammond passed away Friday, December 28, 2018.  She is survived by her son David Pry; grandchildren: David K. Pry and Samantha Pry; great grandchildren: Harley and Presley; sister in-law, Carol Dawson; nephews: Richard (Jackie) Dawson, special nephew, Robert Dawson, Raymond...

Dec 25, 2018

John Charles Stemper Jr.

Hammond IN

John C. Stemper Jr, age 77, of Hammond passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2018 at Sebo's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hobart.  He is survived by his companion; Florence Stricklin; son John E. (LuAnn) Stemper; grandchildren: Aaron, Michael and Daniel Stemper; friend Simone Stemper; nephews, Robbie and Shannon Crider;...

Dec 22, 2018

Barbara Marie Tomaszewski

(Nee, Lett)

Munster/Hammond

Barbara M. Tomaszewski, age 80, of Hammond, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 22, 2018. She is survived by 4 children: Daniel (Sally) Tomaszewski, Larry (Jennifer) Tomaszewski, Gary (Tamara) Tomaszewski and Pam (Trever) Kinley;

14 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; 3 sister's: Dolores (late Tony) Sacco,...

Dec 20, 2018

Hammond

Marilyn Evers

(Nee Rymarczyk)

Marilyn Evers, age 64 of Hammond, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 20, 2018 after a long illness. She is survived by three children: Christopher Evers, Melissa Michelle Evers and Timothy Evers; three grandchildren: Kalli Lannin, Mason and Aubrey Evers; mother, Helen Rymarczyk; sister, Diane (Edward) Svetanoff; three...

Dec 9, 2018

Ann Marie Hudzik                                                                                                                (Nee Jantos)

Ann Marie (nee Jantos) Hudzik was born Tuesday, May 18, 1920 in Hegewisch, IL.  She passed away Sunday, December 9, 2018 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Hobart, IN.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph (died April 26, 1939) and Victoria (nee Kulpa) Jantos (died January 31,...

Dec 5, 2018

Delia Rosa Samardzich

(Nee, Mucha)

Hammond, IN

Delia Rosa Samardzich, age 90 of Hammond, passed away entered the gates of heaven on Wednesday, December 5, 2018.

She is survived by her beloved children: Tomislav (Maria) Samardzich, Miro (Mary Grace) Samardzich, Milovan (Gloria) Samardzich and Rodimir (Illiana) Samardzich; 7 grandchildren; 2 great...