Obituaries
Clayton R Wireman
Aug 9, 2025
79 year old, Clayton R. Wireman, of DeMotte, passed away August 9, 2025.
On February 28, 1946, Clayton was born to Simon Sr. and Georgia (Joseph) Wireman, in Kniman, Indiana. He was a graduate of Wheatfield High School. Clayton retired in 1980 from the United States Army, where he served as a drill sergeant. He married the love of his life,...
Charles Gerald 'Jerry' Scott
Aug 8, 2025
89 year old, Charles Gerald “Jerry” Scott Sr., of Wheatfield, passed away on August 8, 2025.
On February 12, 1936, Jerry was born to William and Frances (Clark) Scott, in Riverside, Iowa. He graduated from Hobart High School, class of 1955. Jerry married the love of his life, Mary Basiger, on February 23, 1957, in Gary, Indiana, who preceded him in...
Jeffrey A. Lucietta
Aug 2, 2025
59 year old, Jeffrey A. Lucietta, of DeMotte, passed away August 2, 2025, at Aperion Care, DeMotte, Indiana.
Jeff was born on July 5, 1966, to Jerry and Gracie (Garrison) Lucietta, in Hammond, Indiana. Jeff was a member of Kankakee Valley’s class of 1985. He worked as a janitor/custodian for Culver Military Academy for many years.
Jeff is survived by his sister:...
Rita DeCola
Jul 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rita Mary DeCola (née Govert), 95, of Palm Harbor, Florida, formerly of Munster and Wheatfield, Indiana, who passed away July 25, 2025. Born on Mother’s Day, May 11, 1930, in Dyer, Indiana to the late Edward and Magdalena Govert (née Nondorf).
The youngest of 11 children, with two siblings passing...
Marla K. Hall
Jul 19, 2025
65 year old, Marla K. Hall, of Wheatfield, passed away on July 19, 2025.
On January 18, 1960, Marla was born to Robert Dunlap and Phyllis (Kaiser) Cline, in Rochester, Pennsylvania. Marla married the love of her life, James Hall, on July 23, 2022, at their home. She was a member of the Ladies Auxillary Post 301, Kouts American Legion. Marla...
Kristi A Gross-Tillema
Jul 17, 2025
49 year old, Kristi A Gross-Tillema, of Sumava Resorts, passed away on July 17, 2025.
On June 14, 1976, Kristi was born to Thomas and Cheryl (Bales) Gross, in Valparaiso, Indiana. She graduated from Hebron High School, class of 1994. Kristi was a helper, always taking care of everyone. She was a care giver for her community, who was always volunteering...
Eva Brewster
Jul 16, 2025
93 year old, Eva Brewster, of Wheatfield, passed away July 16, 2025, at Avalon Springs Health Campus, Valparaiso, Indiana.
On January 30, 1932, in Wheatfield, Indiana, Eva was born to William E and Eva (Freel) Van Dusen. Eva married the love of her life, Devere Brewster, on March 19, 1950. She was a farmer/homemaker. She always had a beautiful garden and...
Tylor A Pack
Jul 14, 2025
31 year old, Tylor A Pack, of Rensselaer, passed away on July 14, 2025.
On August 21, 1993, Tylor was born to Ronald and Tammy (Salyers) Pack, in Winamac, Indiana. He graduated from West Central High School, class of 2012. Tylor married the love of his life, Staci Bakondi, on April 22, 2017, in Rensselaer, Indiana. He worked as a welder...
Mandy Bates
Jul 13, 2025
49 year old, Mandy S. Bates, of Mulberry, Indiana, passed away on July 13, 2025.
On February 22, 1976, Mandy was born to Dennis Harris and Vivian (Bailey) Marlin, in Rensselaer, Indiana. She graduated from Kankakee Valley High School, class of 1994. Mandy was an artist, who enjoyed sharing the beauty of art with others. She enjoyed painting murals, making and...
Delores Coffer
Jul 9, 2025
Delores Coffer, 92, of Demotte, passed away on July 9, 2025, at home with loved ones around her.
On May 20, 1933, Delores was born to Richard and Dora (Ooms) Van Vuren in Lansing, Illinois. She graduated from Wheatfield High School, class of 1951. Delores married the love of her life and best friend, James Coffer, on September 10, 1954 in...
Robert J. 'Butch' Peters
Jun 28, 2025
Robert J. ‘Butch’ Peters, 81, of Wheatfield, passed away on June 28, 2025, at his home with his loving family around him.
On January 4, 1944, Butch was born to Frank and Helen (Marsh) Peters, in East Chicago, Indiana. He married the love of his life, Karen Kleven, on March 27, 1981, in Whiting, Indiana. Butch spent his life working as...
Anthony 'Tony' Sodo III
Jun 27, 2025
70 year old, Anthony ‘Tony’ Sodo III, of DeMotte, passed away June 27, 2025.
On January 15, 1955, Tony was born to Anthony II and Gloria (Bittner) Sodo, in Hammond, Indiana. He married his beloved wife, Jill (Thomas) McKain on October 19, 2019 at the Edinburgh United Methodist Church. Tony worked as a machinist in tool and die at Hadaday Industries...
Robert 'Bob' Krygier
Jun 24, 2025
86 year old, Robert D. Krygier, of DeMotte, passed away on June 24, 2025, at his home with his loving wife by his side.
On June 13, 1939, Bob was born to Stanley and Ann (Duhon) Krygier in Hammond, Indiana. He spent 35 and a half years as a firefighter for the Hammond Fire Department. On May 20, 2011, Bob married...
Michael T Geise
Jun 12, 2025
Michael T. Geise, 76, of Rensselaer, passed away on June 12, 2025, at his home with his family around him.
On April 14, 1949, Michael was born to James and Joan (Wright) Geise in Chicago, Illinois. He married the love of his life, Lynn Rentner on December 7, 1968. Michael was a self-employed auto mechanic who enjoyed buying and fixing up...
Renee' A Tampauskas
May 24, 2025
46 year old, Renee’ Ann Tampauskas, of Crown Point, passed away on May 24, 2025, at the William J. Riley Memorial Residence of Munster.
On July 19, 1978, Renee’ was born to Frederick and Agnes (Jamrosz) Stavitzke, in Hammond, Indiana. She graduated from Lake Central High School, class of 1996, and achieved her RN degree from South Suburban Community College in...
Mindy Gross
May 22, 2025
45 year old, Mindy Gross, of Mt. Ayr, passed away May 22, 2025.
On August 8, 1979, Mindy was born to mother: Joyce (Vaughn) Rowinski and daddy: Michael Rowinski. Mindy liked to read, write, and color. She worked as a cook at Curtis Creek Golf Course. Mindy also worked in home health care. She attended Bur Oak Community Church.
Mindy is survived...
Thomas J Cook
May 20, 2025
78 year old, Thomas J Cook, of Wheatfield, passed away on May 20, 2025, at home with his family around him.
On July 13, 1946, Thomas was born to Alvin and Betty (Thorp) Cook, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was a veteran of the United States Navy. Thomas married the love of his life, Brenda Evans, on September 13, 1967. He worked...
Paul B Neely
May 19, 2025
62 year old, Paul B. Neely, of Rensselaer, passed away on May 19, 2025.
On January 31, 1963, Paul was born to Robert Sr. and Julia (Lapinski) Neely, in Rensselaer, Indiana. He worked in excavation, enjoying being outdoors. Paul enjoyed attending services at Faith Pentecostal Church of God. He was a fan of tinkering, racing at Shadyhill Speedway, and collecting antiques....
Phyllis A Steinhart
May 19, 2025
80 year old, Phyllis A. Steinhart, of Wheatfield, passed away on May 19, 2025, at home with her family around her.
On July 18, 1944, Phyllis was born to Charles and Ruth Rizzo in Chicago, Illinois. She married the love of her life, Ron Steinhart, who preceded her. Phyllis enjoyed watching tv, Bingo, the home shopping club, and Farmville. Her happiest...
Dacia K Potts
May 18, 2025
31 year old, Dacia Potts, passed away on May 18, 2025, after an automobile accident.
On June 8, 1993, Dacia was born to Brian Potts and Angela (Jordan) Fellmy, in Rensselaer, Indiana. She enjoyed music and making tie dye art.
Dacia is survived by her parents: Brian (Brenda Manns) Potts, Angela (Jason) Fellmy, and daughter: Aubree Bender.
Dacia was preceded in death by...
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