Obituaries

Aug 24, 2018

Aug 16, 2018

78 year old, John P Kostelyk Sr. of DeMotte, passed away August 16, 2018 at his home.

On June 14, 1940, in East Chicago, Indiana, John was born to John C. and Florence (Wilkins) Kostelyk. John married Emily Pauling (who preceded him). John was a truck driver for the Teamster’s Local #705 for 30+ years. John later married Janice (Clausen)...

Aug 12, 2018

29 year old, David Lee Cantrell Jr., of Valparaiso, passed away August 12, 2018.

On November 28, 1988, in Merrillville, Indiana, David was born to David Cantrell Sr., and Lisa (Field) Cantrell.  David worked in food service for McDonald’s.

David is survived by his parents: father: David Lee Cantrell Sr., mother: Lisa (Field) Cantrell, sons: Zane Lee Moore and Benjamin...

Aug 9, 2018

70 year old, Delmer ‘Dale’ Dobson, of Rensselaer, passed away August 9, 2018 with his loving family around him.

On December 18, 1947, in Vest, Kentucky, Delmer was born to Adam and Mary (Terry) Dobson. Delmer served in the U.S. Army. He worked construction, and he worked beside his dad at U.S. Steel Gary Works. His hobbies include fishing, fixing...

Aug 7, 2018

Teddy Ray Thomas, age 78, of Roselawn, IN passed away August 7, 2018.  He was born on April 16th, 1940 in Tietersville, KY to the late John and Ruby (Blair) Thomas. Ted married the love of his life, Judith Lynn Moyer, on July 18th, 1964.  They spent 54 wonderful years together.

Ted was a member of the U.S. Army.  He...

Aug 7, 2018

60 year old, James R. Martin of Rensselaer, passed away August 7, 2018.

On September 9, 1957, in Valparaiso, Indiana, James was born to Jacob and Thelma (Mize) Martin. James worked for Rose Acres for 15+ years. Jim was a very kind and loving person who would do anything to help a person in need. He loved to float on...

Aug 5, 2018

89 year old, Joan M. Hinman, of Francesville, passed away August 5, 2018.

On Marcy 26, 1929, Joan was born to E. P. and Susie (Bradley) Joseph in Jackson, Kentucky. On November 19, 1947, Joan married the love of her life, John J. Hinman in Indianapolis, Indiana. Joan work as a RCA factory worker for almost 16 years.

Joan is...

Aug 4, 2018

19 year old, Corey J. Holm-Hansen, of DeMotte, passed away August 4, 2018.

On November 3, 1998 in Crown Point, Indiana, Corey was born to Shawn Holm-Hansen and Julie (Curless) Holm-Hansen. He graduated from Covenant Christian. Corey was a mechanic for TMS International and Local #150 Operating Engineers and RUIM Equipment. Corey was a member of First Christian Reformed Church....

Aug 3, 2018

Aug 3, 2018

85 year old, Josephine Conley, of DeMotte, passed away August 3, 2018.

On September 13, 1932, in San Angelo, Texas, Josephine was born to John Sr. & Ada (Gore) Mills. Josephine played the violin for the Philharmonic Orchestra, in San Angelo, Texas. She also attended Hardin-Simmons University for 2 years. Josephine married the love of her life, Denny Conley in...

Aug 1, 2018

91 year old, James D. Koons of DeMotte, passed away at his home on August 1, 2018.

On August 8, 1926, in Ringwood, Oklahoma, James was born to Daniel and Lula Pearl (McDermeit) Koons. James graduated from high school in Ames, Oklahoma. He served in the U.S. Army for 23 years and retired as a Master Sergeant. James married the...

Jul 25, 2018

Nancy Young, 55 years, of Lake Village passed away July 25, 2018 at her home with her loved ones around her.

On November 24, 1962, Nancy was born to Major and Mona (Campbell) Barnes in Gary, Indiana. Nancy had a degree in Advertising. She worked in the Advertising field, and as a floor inspector for Ford Motor Company. She attended...

Jul 25, 2018

Peter ‘Pete’ Loveland, 74 years, of Wheatfield, passed away July 25, 2018.

Peter was born on August 19, 1943, to Clarence William and Lucille Emily (Weimer) Loveland in Port Huron, Michigan.  Peter worked as a pharmacist for Hooks Drugs and Fagen Pharmacy for many years.  He married Jeannette Payne on April 1, 1970, who preceded him on December 17, 2006....

Jul 25, 2018

78 year old, Jessie ‘Jo’ Smith of Wheatfield, passed away July 25, 2018 at VNA Hospice.

On July 18, 1940, in Boatland, Tennessee, Jo was born to Floyd and Bertha (Hammonds) Warden. Jo went to visit a friend and fell madly in love with George Smith whom she wed on July 11, 1959, in Crown Point, Indiana. Jo worked for...

Jul 21, 2018

86 year old, Donald E. Black, of Wheatfield, passed away July 21, 2018.

On July 13, 1932, in Hobart, Indiana, Donald was born to Harold and Minnie (Schultz) Black. Donald married the love of his life: Karen Ann Myers on November 2, 1957, in Wheatfield, Indiana. Don served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, he was a member...

Jul 20, 2018

82 year old, Randall Murray of Wheatfield, passed away July 20, 2018 at his home with his loving family around him.

On May 7, 1936, Randall was born to Timothy ‘Frank’ and Isabel (Hall) Murray in Crown Point, Indiana. He graduated from Crown Point High School. He served in the U.S. Army. Randall married the love of his life, Janet...

Jul 18, 2018

73 year old, Bruce A. Woolever, of Wheatfield, passed away July 18, 2018.

On November 2, 1944, in Valparaiso, Bruce was born to William Lowell and Mildred (Carter) Woolever. He graduated from Wheatfield High School class of 1962. Bruce married the love of his life Harriet Irvine, on May 8, 1965. Bruce was a farmer for many years and then...

Jul 16, 2018

18 year old, Christopher James McCorkel, of Winamac, passed away July 16, 2018.

On November 11, 1999, Chris was born to Christopher Bailey and Michelle (McDaniels) McCorkel. Chris worked construction for M & N Builders. He loved hunting, fishing and family. Chris especially loved to scrounge for all sorts of garage & yard sale bargains to create all types of...

Jul 15, 2018

73 year old, Beverly May Dahm, of Wheatfield, passed away July 15, 2018 with her loving family around her.

On May 24, 1945, Beverly was born in Rensselaer, Indiana to Joe and Harriet (Schoonveld) Hamstra. Beverly attended DeMotte High School, and married Henry B. Dahm Sr. on March 17, 1962 in DeMotte, Indiana. She was a member of the Bethel...

Jul 12, 2018

63 year old, Rebecca ‘Becky’ Przybylski, passed away July 12, 2018 at Bethshan Association, Palos Heights, Illinois.

On January 10, 1955, Becky was born to Robert E. Przybylski and Gayle (Armstrong) Knip at LaPorte, Indiana. Becky enjoyed making crafts, playing games and participated in Special Olympics when she was younger. She especially enjoyed people!

Rebecca is survived her mother: Gayle...