Obituaries
Michael R. Carter
Nov 21, 2025
62 year old, Michael R. Carter, of DeMotte, passed away November 21, 2025.
On January 18, 1963, in Hammond, Indiana, Michael was born to Howard and Lula Belle (Losh) Carter. Michael graduated from Kankakee Valley High School. He was a factory worker. Michael enjoyed watching NASCAR, and playing computer games.
Michael is survived by his children: Andrew Carter, Raeanna Carter, Catherine Carter,...
Jennifer A. Hill
Nov 20, 2025
47 year old, Jennifer A. Hill, of Hebron, passed away on November 20, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.
On August 8, 1978, Jennifer was born to Roger Sr. and Therese (Jensen) Sills, in Hobart, Indiana. She graduated from Merrillville High School, class of 1997. Jennifer married the love of her life, Jason Hill on December 18, 1999, in Hammond, Indiana...
Linda Sue Williams
Nov 18, 2025
64 year old, Linda Sue Williams, of Rensselaer, passed away on November 18, 2025.
On February 2, 1961, Linda was born to Charles Williams Jr. and Joy (Wright) McCartney, in Rensselaer, Indiana. She worked at Stark Truss and loved her job, where she worked hard and enjoyed every minute of it. Linda enjoyed traveling, reading, and animals, especially cats. She loved...
Nathian E Bailey
Nov 18, 2025
56 year old, Nathian E. Bailey, of Wheatfield, passed away on November 18, 2025.
On July 30, 1969, Nathian was born to Frank Bailey and Susan (Bailey) Wall in Winamac, Indiana. He graduated from Kankakee Valley High School, class of 1987. Nathian worked as a carpenter, and owned his own company, Homeland Constructions. He enjoyed being outside: fishing, travelling, and most...
Kathy L Stamper
Nov 18, 2025
70 year old, Kathy L. Stamper, of DeMotte, passed away on November 18, 2025.
On November 14, 1955, Kathy was born to James and Eva (Drapac) McGregor, on US 30 enroute to the hospital. She graduated from Highland High School, and received her Paralegal Degree from St. Joseph College. Kathy barely used her paralegal degree, instead, she spent her life owning...
James 'Jim' Ahrendt
Nov 17, 2025
76 year old, James ‘Jim’ Ahrendt, of Kingman, Indiana, formerly of DeMotte, passed away on November 17, 2025, at home with his family around him.
On March 7, 1949, Jim was born to Ralph and Tillie (Borys) Ahrendt, in Harvey, Illinois. He graduated from Hammond Tech High School, class of 1967. Jim married the love of his life, Patricia ‘Pat’ Dinga...
Patricia Hunter
Nov 10, 2025
84 year old, Patricia Hunter, of San Pierre, passed away on November 10, 2025.
On August 6, 1941, Patricia was born to Forrest and Eunice (Brown) Thomas, in Coldwater, Kansas. She graduated from Tefft High School, class of 1959. Pat married the love of her life, Larry Hunter, on December 10, 1960, in Malden, Indiana. She was a spectacular artist who...
Kenneth 'Kenny' Collins
Nov 8, 2025
61 year old, Kenneth ‘Kenny’ Collins, of Rensselaer, passed away November 8, 2025.
On October 25, 1964, in Breathitt, Kentucky, Kenny was born to Mort and Cella (Allen) Collins. He worked for Monon Trailer. He enjoyed collecting coins, working on things/tinkering, playing video games, tinkering on cars, tractors, and lawn mowers.
Kenny is survived by his children: Shanna Schwanke, Nicholas Collins, Tashena...
John Rush Jr
Nov 8, 2025
77 year old, John A Rush Jr., of Wheatfield, formerly of Chetek, Wisconsin, passed away on November 8, 2025, at Parkview Haven in Francesville.
On September 1, 1948, John was born to John Rush Sr. and Norma (Erickson) Wolf, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was a veteran of the United States Army. John worked as a bus driver in Minneapolis most of...
Jerry L. Wolf
Nov 8, 2025
79 year old Jerry Wolf of Wheatfield, passed away November 8, 2025 at his home.
Jerry Wolf, born December 24, 1945, to Elmer and Louise (Gessa) Wolf. He was a lifelong resident of Wheatfield, Indiana. He graduated from Wheatfield High School in 1963. Jerry married Ora (Allen) Schanlaub on April 22, 1995, who survives. Previously, married to Connie Gourley, with whom...
Shane D Conley
Nov 3, 2025
27 year old, Shane David Conley, of Rensselaer, passed away on November 3, 2025.
On May 12, 1998, Shane was born to David and Brenda (Frye) Conley in Knox, Indiana. He enjoyed being outdoors: whether that was hunting, fishing, trapping, collecting rocks, or riding around on his motorcycle. Shane loved the solar system and learning about the moon and stars.
Shane is...
Yolenda 'Sissy' Robinson
Oct 31, 2025
76 year old, Yolenda ‘Sissy’ A. Robinson, of Remington, passed away on October 31, 2025.
On April 2, 1949, Sissy was born to Howard and Yolenda (Mannozzi) Robinson, in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. She graduated from Gary Edison High School class of 1967. Sissy was an animal lover, who enjoyed taking care of her pets, and was a caretaker of friends and...
Daniel J. Nelson
Oct 31, 2025
47 year old, Daniel J. Nelson, of Morocco, passed away October 31, 2025 at his home.
Daniel was born on June 21, 1978, to Robert ‘Swampy’ Burns and Kathy Diane (Ables) Nelson, in Harvey, Illinois. He married the love of his life, Karlena Patillo, in Rensselaer, Indiana. Daniel was a plant technician for AMP Americas, which converted natural gas. He liked...
Jeffrey Buckley
Oct 30, 2025
79 year old, Jeffrey ‘Jeff’ Buckley, of Rensselaer, passed away on October 30, 2025, at home with his family around him.
On November 21, 1945, Jeff was born to Arthur and Ida (Rawlinson) Buckley, in Ashton-U-Lyne, Lancashire, England. He married the love of his life, his childhood friend, Marilyn Williams-Burke, on March 26, 1993, in Duckinfield, England. Jeff was a member...
Eugene 'Gene' Zylstra
Oct 29, 2025
85 year old, Eugene ‘Gene’ Zylstra, of DeMotte, passed away on October 29, 2025, in VNA Hospice of Valparaiso.
On August 16, 1940, Gene was born to Clarence and Gertrude (Kingma) Zylstra, in Rensselaer, Indiana. He married the love of his life, Katherine Hefner, on July 14, 1984, in DeMotte, Indiana. Gene worked as a mechanic at Barile Ford in Valparaiso,...
Robert 'Bob' Kenda
Oct 27, 2025
82 year old, Robert ‘Bob’ Kenda, of DeMotte, passed away on October 27, 2025.
On September 11, 1943, Bob was born to John and Helen (Blasco) Kenda, in Whiting, Indiana. He was a United States Army veteran. Bob married the love of his life, Patricia Lentz, on May 14, 1966, at St. Casmier’s in Hammond. He was a man who enjoyed...
Betty J. Smith
Oct 23, 2025
81 year old, Betty J. Smith, of Valparaiso, passed away October 23, 2025 at her home.
On June 2, 1944, Betty was born to Musker and Lillie (Wilson) Ford, in Hammond, Indiana. Betty married the love of her life, James Smith on September 15, 1962, in Black Oak, Indiana. She loved to crochet, and cook. She enjoyed taking care of her...
Donald 'Gene' Cooper
Oct 20, 2025
55 year old, Donald ‘Gene’ Cooper, of Mt. Ayr, passed away on October 20, 2025, at home with his family around him.
On May 20, 1970, Gene was born to Donald Sr. and Mary (Dill) Miller, in Valparaiso, Indiana. Gene married the love of his life, Heather Brunton, on April 27, 2002, in Mt. Ayr. He spent his life doing what...
Cleone Downing
Oct 14, 2025
79 year old, Cleone Downing, of Wheatfield, passed away October 14, 2025 at her home, with her loving family around her.
On December 17, 1945, Cleone was born to Elmer Sr., and Rosetta (Scott) Luke, in Dowds, Iowa. She married the love of her life, Victor Downing, on January 8, 1966, in Crown Point, Indiana. She worked for Park View Haven...
Eligah Joseph
Oct 11, 2025
90 year old, Eligah J. Joseph, of Buffalo, passed away October 11, 2025.
On March 18, 1935, Eligah was born to Ep and Susie (Bradley) Joseph in Rensselaer, Indiana. Eligah was a factory worker for RCA (Radio Corp America) in Monticello. He married the love of his life, Betty L. Owens on July 26, 1972, at the Buffalo Christian Church. He...
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