Obituaries

Mar 17, 2023

Arturo L. Sanchez

"Art"

Hammond

April 21,1973-March 17, 2023

Arturo L. Sanchez, age 49, of Hammond, was suddenly called home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 17, 2023. He is survived by his six siblings: Odessa (George) Garcia, Armando (Lupe) Sanchez Jr., Pete (Juanita) Sanchez, Sandra (Jaime) Jimenez, Thelma...

Mar 8, 2023

Andrew D. Kras

Hammond, IN

May 30, 1956 – March 8, 2023

Andrew D. Kras, age 66, of Hammond peacefully passed away at home on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 while surrounded by his loved ones.

He is survived by his son Randy Kras, brother, Hank (Judy) Kras, sisters: Karol Pelczar, Mary...

Mar 3, 2023

Glenn E. Houchin

October 5, 1948 — March 3, 2023

Glenn E. Houchin, age 74, of Hammond passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 3, 2023 in his home. He is survived by his siblings, Jenny (late Larry) Nicpon, James Houchin, Linda (Tom) Eaton, Maggie Houchin, Kerry (late Jimbo) Pettit and Cindy Gordon, numerous nieces, nephews,...

Feb 27, 2023

Michele Renae Spence

Nee Peeples

Hammond

Michele Renae Spence was born on August 1st, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois to the union of John Leflore Peeples and Esmine Mae Peeples.

Michele received her high school diploma in 1988 and continued her education at Sawyer and Purdue University college, she pursued a career...

Feb 21, 2023

Nathan Shea Hogan

"Nate"

February 26, 1975 — February 21, 2023

Nathan S. Hogan, age 47, of Hammond entered into the presence of the Lord on Tuesday, February 21, 2023.  He is survived by his mother, Sandi Hogan; two beloved children: Odhran McDaid and his mother Joanne McDaid; and Kaylie Dowd and her...

Feb 14, 2023

Judith Ann Edens

nee Gorak

Hammond, IN

January 19, 1939 – February 14, 2023

Judith A. Edens, age 84, of Hammond entered the presence of the Lord on Tuesday, February 14, 2023.

She is survived by her 2 daughters: Sandra (John) Reid and Paula (Kevin) Callahan; 3 sons: James...

Feb 9, 2023

Debra Louise Rossi

Nee Rootes

Hammond, IN

June 21, 1952 – February 9, 2023

Debra L. Rossi, age 70, of Hammond entered into the presence of the Lord on Thursday, February 9, 2023.

She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Robert R. Rossi Sr.; three sons:...

Feb 1, 2023

Janice E. Turner

(née Casey)

On Wednesday, February 1, 2023, Janice E. (Casey) Turner, loving wife, mother, and Nana, passed away at the age of 65 surrounded by family. Janice was born in Hammond, IN on May 16, 1957 to Guy and Laverne (Thackston) Casey. She married John on March 13, 1977; they raised one...

Feb 1, 2023

Dennis " Denny" Danko

October 26, 1940-February 1, 2023

Dennis Danko, age 82 of Hammond, IN passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Pamela Danko (nee Reinert), his children Joe Danko, Laura (Steve) Powell, Barbara Garland, Bill (Catherine) Danko,...

Jan 26, 2023

William John Gay

Merrillville/Hammond

June 23, 1926-January 26, 2023

William J. Gay, age 96 of Merrillville formerly of Hammond passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 26, 2023.

William is survived by his loving wife of 76 years, Patricia R. Gay (nee Neff); one son, William T. (D.D. Landry) Gay of Las...

Jan 17, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Virginia (Diaz) Rodriguez. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jan 10, 2023

Vivian F. Cessna

Nee Sammons

Hammond, IN

October 15, 1950 – January 10, 2023

Vivian F. Cessna, age 72, of Hammond entered into the presence of the Lord on Tuesday, January 10, 2023.

She is survived by her companion of 35 years: Donald R. Pena; three daughters: Rebecca Repasi,...

Jan 10, 2023

Joseph Leon Grabarczyk

Hammond

December 25, 1956-January 10, 2023

Joseph L. Grabarczyk, age 66 of Hammond passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 10, 2023.

Joseph is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Karen Lee Grabarczyk (nee Gaddy); two sons: Joseph L. Grabarczyk Jr. and Jake Patrick Grabarczyk; two grandchildren:...

Jan 8, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Ann E. Evancic. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jan 3, 2023

Frank L. Bardoczi Sr. Hammond April 11, 1935-January 3, 2023

Frank L. Bardoczi Sr., age 87, of Hammond, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 3,2023. He is survived by two children: Frank L. (Diane) Bardoczi, Jr., and Susan Bardoczi as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and good friends.

Preceded in death by his loving wife...

Dec 31, 2022

Johnny R. Weir

Hammond

December 23, 1945 - December 31, 2022

Johnny "John" R, Weir passed away on December 31, 2022, after a brief illness.  He was surrounded by loving members of his family.  John was a beloved and devoted husband of 46 years, a loving father and grandfather.  John was a United...

Dec 25, 2022

George W. Shropshire

Hammond, IN

November 7, 1945 – December 25, 2022

George W. Shropshire, age 77, of Hammond entered the gates of heaven on Christmas Sunday, December 25, 2022.

He is survived by three children: Timothy G. Shropshire, Christopher (Ila) Shropshire, Sherri Nealis; six grandchildren: Robert and Cole Shropshire, Jacob...

Dec 21, 2022

Michael Julius Howard

"Duck"

Hammond, IN

December 11, 1965 – December 21, 2022

Michael J. Howard, age 57, of Hammond passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2022.

He is survived by his daughter, Autumn Howard Fiancé Andrew; granddaughter, McKenna Lukacs and sister,Dawn.

Preceded in death by his...

Dec 17, 2022

Dorothy M. Bardoczi

(Nee Hausman)

September 23, 1929-December 17, 2022

Dorothy M. Bardoczi, age 93, of Hessville, passed away peacefully on Saturday December 17, 2022. Dorothy was the youngest of five children born to Margaret (nee Kasper) and Otto Hausman. She was born in East Chicago and lived most of her life in...

Dec 14, 2022

Dora Ann Camp

Hammond

May 28, 1963-December 14, 2022

Dora Ann Camp passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday December 14th, 2022, in Hammond, Indiana.

Dora was born on May 28th, 1963, to her beloved parents Novan and Darlene Camp in Hammond, Indiana. She is always remembered as having a...