Obituaries

Oct 22, 2014

James Edward Gilchrist

"Big Jim"

Hammond

James Edward Gilchrist, age 54, of Hammond, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 22, 2014.

He is survived by 3 sisters: Loretta Sullivan

Sue Waterman

Bette Ann...

Oct 20, 2014

Edgar Ramirez

Hammond/Chicago

Edgar Ramirez, age 27, passed away suddenly on Monday October 20, 2014. He is survived by his parents Patino and Maria Del Rocio Ramirez; one sister, Eatrella Ramirez; nephew, Giovanni Talavera; grandparents: Juan and Maria Ramirez and Jesus Valasco, and many dear friends.

Preceded in death...

Oct 20, 2014

Irian Layne Cunningham

"Layne"

Hammond

Irian Layne Cunningham, age 59, of Hammond passed away peacefully on Monday, October 20,2014.

He is survived by brothers; Dennis and Douglas (Nancy) of Jasper AL, sisters: Deloris Voris and Sandi Hogan of Hammond and Barb Cunningham of Munster, nieces and nephews: Misti (Jody)...

Oct 8, 2014

Melvin Jerome Loggins

Hammond

Melvin Jerome Loggins, age 60, of Hammond, was called to his heavenly home on Wednesday October 8, 2014.

He is survived by his wife Ernestine Loggins (nee Brown), two daughters and three grandchildren.

A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Tuesday October 14,...

Oct 8, 2014

LORRAINE R. CHAPPEY

HESSVILLE, IN

Lorraine R. Chappey, age 88, has joined the angels on October 8, 2014 while residing in Wisconsin after battling Alzheimer's. She was born on May 13, 1926, daughter of Mike and Marie Fertal. She was united in marriage to John A. Chappey on June 1, 1946 and was married for...

Oct 7, 2014

Primitiva "Tulin" Soler

Chicago, IL

Primitiva "Tulin" Soler (nee Cardona) age 59 of Chicago, Illinois was called home to heaven on Tuesday October 7,2014. She is survived by her devoted husband of 41 years, Cristobal Soler; five loving children: Rev. Orlando (Sugey) Soler, Samuel (Sonia) Soler, Mildred Soler, David (Luz) Soler and Damaris...

Sep 30, 2014

Pamela Lynn Schriks

(Nee, Molnar)

Hammond

Pamela Lynn Schriks (nee Molnar), age 60, of Hammond, passed away suddenly on Tuesday September 30, 2014.

She is survived by her husband of 41 years Paul Allen Schriks; three children: Michael (Kristin) Schriks, Deena Schriks and Emily (Josh) Garza; four grandchildren: Addison,...

Sep 30, 2014

Delores M. "the Boss" Vitullo

(nee, Rose)

Hammond

Delores Marie Vitullo, age 66, of Hammond, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, September 30, 2014.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 47 years, George John Vitullo;

3 children: George David Vitullo,

Irene Janowiak,

Sep 30, 2014

Muriel M. Malinich

(Nee, Welke)

St. John/Highland

Muriel M. Malinich, age 87, of St. John, formerly of Highland, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, Septmber 30, 2014.

She is survived by one son: Martin (Denise) Malinich,

2 daughters: Karen (Jim) Fowler and

Sep 24, 2014

Timothy Ray Steuart "Tim" Hammond Timothy Ray Steuart, age 39, of Hammond entered into the gates of Heaven on Wednesday, September 24, 2014. He is survived by his wife of five years, Amanda Steuart (Nee Vibanco); Children: Tristan 13, Ashanti 11, Christian 9, Hannah 7, and The Leland 5; Parents: Doris (Steve) Wright and Leland "Pete" (Lovena) Steuart; sisters:...

Sep 14, 2014

Richard Anthony Kelley

Hammond

Richard "Rick" Anthony Kelley, age 54, of Hammond, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2014. He is survived by his loving wife and companion of 14 years, Susan L. Kelley (nee, Eppl);

4 sisters: Mauna (Al) Davino,

Lora (Donald) Stahl,

Lana (Richard) Riordan,

...

Sep 14, 2014

Leonard A. Lelito

Hammond/Naperville

Leonard A. Lelito, age 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 14, 2014.

He is survived by his six children:  Marilyn (Jack) Murzyn, Dan (Susan) Lelito, Jim (Debbie) Lelito, Joan (Joe) Kelly, Kenneth (Karen) Lelito and Scott (Anne) Lelito, twelve grandchildren; five great grandchildren, one sister; Helen...

Sep 13, 2014

Jobie Edward Cowger

Gary

Jobie Edward Cowger, age 77, of Gary, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 13, 2014.

He is survived by three daughters; Tempie Riddle, Malanie Combs and Jodie (Patrick) Nelson, six grandchildren, six great grandchildren, three sisters; Peggy Gage, Jean Kinney and Vicky Greenslade, one brother; Arnette Cowger,...

Sep 7, 2014

Christie Lyn Jones

Lake Station

Christie Lyn Jones, age 38, of Lake Station, entered into the gates of heaven on Sunday, September 7, 2014.

She is survived by two daughters:

Stormi (Travis) Miller,

Casey (Aaron Campbell) Jones;

One son, Mikey Truckey;

...

Sep 5, 2014

THOMAS L. DERROW JR

HESSVILLE

THOMAS L. DERROW, JR. HESSVILLE, IN Thomas L. Derrow Jr. age 77, of Hessville, IN passed away September 5th, 2014 at Hospice Franciscan Communities in Crown Point after an unexpected episode due to his dementia. He was born March 22, 1937 in East Chicago, IN to the late...

Sep 2, 2014

Carlos F. Rodriguez, Sr.

Hammond

Carlos F. Rodriguez, Sr., age 88, of Hammond, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, September 2, 2014.

He is survived by 5 children:

Carlos (Sandra) Rodriguez, Jr.,

Rafael (Claudia Johnson) Rodriguez,

Susana Rodriguez,

Rosemary (Michael) Rabago,

...

Aug 31, 2014

Bonita "Bonnie" Woitkowiak

Murfreesboro, TN/ formery Calumet City, IL

Bonita "Bonnie" Woitkowiak, of Murfreesboro, TN  is at peace with the Lord beginning August 31, 2014 after a long courageous battle with melanoma and its complications. Due to her strong commitment of faith and traditional family values, she and her husband of 49 years Dennis Woitkowiak...

Aug 29, 2014

Herbert R. Karner

"Ronnie"

Hammond

Herbert Ronald Karner, age 81, passed away on August 29, 2014 at Community Hospital, Munster, IN. He was a life-long resident of Hammond, IN. He is survived by his loving wife, Anna Ruth Karner (nee Davis); sons, Herbert (Pamela) Karner, Norman F. Karner, and Christy Karner; daughters, Deborah...

Aug 29, 2014

Linda Kay Prince

(Nee, Becze)

Hammond

Linda Kay Prince, age 67, of Hammond, entered her heavenly home on Friday, August 29, 2014.

She is survived by her 3 children:

Tommy (Diane) Parker,

Tifany Wiley,

Chester (Heidi) Moneta, Jr.;

6 grandchildren and...

Aug 23, 2014

Thomas Brian O'Dea

"Tom"

Hammond

Thomas Brian O'Dea, age 70, of Hammond, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 23, 2014.

He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Susan L. O'Dea (Nee Tate), 4 children; Eric (Michelle) O'Dea, Paul (Christy) O'Dea, Theresa (Ron) Tarver, Christine (Keith) Rice, 5...