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Eliazar Aguirre

Eliazar Aguirre

Jun 20, 2013

Eliazar Aguirre "AL" Hammond Eliazar Aguirre, age 42, of Hammond passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2013 as the result of a car accident. He is survived by 3 children: Cristian , Eliazar and Kassandra Aguirre and their mother, Gabriela Aguirre; Mother: Martha Aguirre, 2 sisters; Lupe Mata and Maribel (Ilidoro) Nevarez; 2 brothers: Jose and Sigilfredo Aguirre; Numerous nieces,...

Mayzie L.  (Martin)  Tucker

Mayzie L. (Martin) Tucker

Jun 6, 2013

Mayzie "Sandy"L. Tucker (nee, Martin) Hammond Mayzie "Sandy" Tucker, age 76 of Hammond entered into eternal life on Thursday June 6, 2013 after battling cancer for over a year. She is survived by her beloved husband of 37 years, Wendell R. Tucker; 4 children: Randy Byrd, Jewell (Aida) Tucker, Terry (Yvonne) Tucker Angie Evans; 12 grandchildren; 1 brother, Tom (Hattie)...

Gilbert Rebeles

Gilbert Rebeles

Jun 1, 2013

Gilbert Rebeles Sr Hammond Gilbert Rebeles Sr, age 23, of Hammond, IN passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 1, 2013 in La Crosse, WI.       He is survived by his mother Ann Margaret Quiroz, step father Johnny Young; 1 son Gilbert Rebeles Jr., 1 sister; Julia Rebeles , 1 brother; Julian Robert Rebeles Sr., 2 nieces; Kamalia and Kamora Wells, 1...

Jerline (Hendon)  Green

Jerline (Hendon) Green

May 18, 2013

Jerline Green (Nee, Hendon) Hammond Jerline Green, age 83, of Hammond, passed away peacefully on Saturday May 18, 2013. She is survived by her six children; Diane (Dave) Chumbley, Rob Green, Michael (Peggy) Green, Brian (Tina) Green, Kim Weis and Dan (Terri) Green. Fourteen Grandchildren, several great grandchildren and a host of dear friends. Preceded in death by her beloved...

Susan Lynn (Stur)  Harrington

Susan Lynn (Stur) Harrington

May 15, 2013

Susan L. Harrington (Nee, Stur) Hammond/Highland Susan L. Harrington, age 66, of Highland, formerly of Hammond, passed away peacefully on Wednesday May 15, 2013 at Vibra Hospital in Crown Point. She is survived by her sister, Mary J. (Jack) Nelson and brother, Frank R. Stur; brother-in-law, Charles Mills; one niece, Kimberly Mills, one great niece, Moriah J. Reel and a...

Clara Pauline (Riddlebarger)  White

Clara Pauline (Riddlebarger) White

May 10, 2013

Clara Pauline White (nee, Riddlebarger) Hammond Clara Pauline White, age 83, of Hammond, IN, peacefully passed away at home on Friday, May 10, 2013. She is survived by three children; E. Carl White Jr., Becky (Dale) Andree and Regina (Mike) Wilson. Four grandchildren Shawn (Mary) Andree, Angela (Jason) Metz, Brian Andree and Tracy Wilson. Three great-grandchildren; Audrey Wilson, Brandon Andree...

Kevin Allen

Kevin Allen

May 4, 2013

Kevin D. Allen Indianapolis/Hammond Kevin D. Allen, age 48, of Indianapolis, IN, formerly of Hammond, IN passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2013. Survived by his step-father: Jerry Hepner of Martinsville, IL; many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Preceded in death by his mother, Cathy Hepner, brother, Gary D. Allen, Jr., grandparents: Bob and Daisy Merrill and grandmother, Mary...

Emma Francis (Rettig)  Rachau

Emma Francis (Rettig) Rachau

May 1, 2013

Emma Francis Rachau Fran (nee Rettig) Hammond Emma Francis Rachau age 87 of Hammond, Born January 9,1926, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. She is survived by her many nieces, nephews,and a host of dear friends. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 23 years John "Yogi" Rachau. Parents George and Clara Rettig. Sisters Mary Jo...

Dimple Mae (Reynolds)  Stahl

Dimple Mae (Reynolds) Stahl

Apr 29, 2013

Dimple Mae Stahl (Nee, Reynolds) LaPorte/ Hessville Dimple Mae Stahl, age 74, of LaPorte, IN, formerly of Hessville, passed away on Monday April 29, 2013. She is survived by her 2 children: James (Angie) McElroy and Arthur Stahl; 3 step-children: Mary Beth Stahl, Gary (Rhonda) Stahl, and Linda (Donald) Stover; 2 grandchildren: Cody and Lexa Stahl; 2 brothers: Eldon (Martha)...

Anna Marie (Falls)  Meza

Anna Marie (Falls) Meza

Apr 25, 2013

Anna Meza East Chicago Anna Meza, age 55 of East Chicago passed away peacefully at the Riley Hospice on Thursday, April 25, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by 2 sisters: Diane Contreras and Cindy Feliciano; 2 brothers: Berney Falls and Jesse Briones, Jr.; Longtime soulmate, Demis Rodriquez Preceded in death by her mother, Rita Robledo;...

Martha Rachel (Wallace)  Brokaw

Martha Rachel (Wallace) Brokaw

Apr 25, 2013

Martha Rachel Brokaw (nee, Wallace) Hammond Martha R. Brokaw age 76 of Hammond entered into eternal life on Thursday, April 25, 2013. She is survived by her beloved husband of 23 years, David E. Brokaw; 4 children: Debbie Hastings, Pam (Greg) Palikan, Marsha (Bill) Sorge, Danny (Cindy) Hastings; 5  grandchildren: Destine, Michael, Stephanie, Daniel and Michelle; 5 great grandchildren; Stepsons:...

Leone L. (Scott)  Krcelich

Leone L. (Scott) Krcelich

Apr 21, 2013

Leone L. Krcelich (nee, Scott) Granger, IN Leone L. Krcelich, age 82, of Granger, IN, formerly of Schererville, IN and Lynwood, IL, was ushered into the arms of God on Sunday, April 21, 2013. She is survived by her beloved husband of 60 years, Waldemar "Wally" "Junior" Krcelich; 6 Children: Lorraine "Tilly" (Dr. Steven) Fettke, Nicholas (Sherry) Krcelich, Paula (James)...

Shirley Catherine (Goodson)  Goodson

Shirley Catherine (Goodson) Goodson

Apr 15, 2013

Shirley "Cathey" Goodson Griffith/Hammond Shirley Cathey Goodson, age 57, of Griffith formerly of Hammond, went home to her Lord and Saviour on Monday April 15, 2013  after a courageous battle against a terminal illness. She is survived by her Mother, Rev. Shirley Goodson 1 daughter, Tracie (Carlos) Hernandez 1 son, David (Marchea Boyd) Fox 4 grandchildren: Sierra, Carlos, Ryan and...

Janie Lynn (Artibey)  Nagy

Janie Lynn (Artibey) Nagy

Apr 14, 2013

Janie Lynn Nagy (nee, Artibey ) Whiting Janie Lynn Nagy, age 50 of Whiting passed away peacefully at her residence on Sunday, April 14, 2013. She is survived by her mother, Sandra Lee Artibey McHenry; sister, Daneen Green; 3 brothers: David, William and Mark Artibey; 2 nephews, 2 great nephews, one great niece and many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear...

Harry Gerald Neyhart

Harry Gerald Neyhart

Apr 8, 2013

Harry Gerald Neyhart Highland Harry Gerald Neyhart, age 93 of Highland, peacefully went to his heavenly home on Monday April 8, 2013 . He is survived by his three loving children Gary Neyhart of Schererville, Karen (Neil) Thomas of Schererville and Janet (Michael) Garcia of Highland. 7 wonderful grandchildren; Julie, Ryan (Gina), Jason Neyhart and Bob (Marcie), Dan (Emily) Phares,...

Fern M. (Byerley)  Ross

Fern M. (Byerley) Ross

Mar 11, 2013

Fern M. Ross (nee, Byerley) Dyer/Hammond Fern M. Ross, age 82 of Rio Rancho, NM, formerly of Dyer and Hammond entered into eternal life on Monday, March 11, 2013. She is survived by 4 daughters: Nancy (Doug) Cunningham of Jasper, AL, Shirley (Ray G.)Blanco of Rio Rancho, NM, Margie (Joe) Glod of Blum, TX, Sher (Henry) Szybiak of Hammond; one...

Joan C.  (Machusek)  Mcwilliams

Joan C. (Machusek) Mcwilliams

Mar 4, 2013

Joan C. McWilliams (nee, Machusek) Hammond Joan C. McWilliams, age 68 of Hammond was born on January 4, 1945 and entered into eternal life on Monday, March 4, 2013. She is survived by her beloved husband of 45 years, Charles. Joan was a loving mother to her 2 daughters, Lisa Writt and Jennifer McWilliams; Proud grandma to her 4 grandchildren:...

John Michael Lukacek

John Michael Lukacek

Mar 3, 2013

John M. Lukacek Hessville John M. Lukacek, age 78, entered the gates of Heaven on Sunday, March 3, 2013 to join his beloved wife of 49 years, Lucille Marie (nee, Walczak) Lukacek. He was born on July 15, 1934 has been a lifetime resident of Hammond and a graduate of Bishop Noll High School, class of 1952. July of 1952...

Anne Marie (Pilarczyk)  Knapik

Anne Marie (Pilarczyk) Knapik

Feb 20, 2013

Anne Marie Knapik (nee, Pilarczyk) Hammond Anne Marie Knapik, age 90, entered into the gates of heaven and was reunited with her loving son, Kenneth on Wednesday, February 20, 2013. She is survived by her beloved husband, Marion Knapik. They celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on Feb. 7, 2013. 4 children: Marion Charlene (John) Kraulis, Duane (Robin) Knapik, Mary Sue...

Edna D. (Pierscinski)  Cichocki

Edna D. (Pierscinski) Cichocki

Feb 17, 2013

Edna Cichocki (nee, Pierscinski) Hammond Edna Cichocki, age 88, was ushered into the arms of God on Sunday, February 17, 2013. She is survived by her daughter, Gayle (John) Tokarz of Hebron; 2 sons: Frank "Rick" (Karen) Cichocki of Dyer, Thomas (Debra) Cichocki of Hebron; 7 grandchildren: Dr. Frank R. (Rosie) Cichocki, Jr., Aaron (Karen) Cichocki, John Tokarz III, Lisa...

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