Loleta Joan Manns
Feb 25, 2015
Loleta Joan (Sullivan) Manns, 72, of Port Isabel, Texas, formerly of San Pierre, Indiana, passed away peacefully with her loving family around her on February 25, 2015.
Born on December 8, 1942, to Louie & Ruby (Alexander) Sullivan in Rensselaer, Indiana. Loleta attended Mt. Ayr school system, followed by Don Robert’s Beauty School. She worked as a hair stylist at...
Sherman 'Glen' Woudema
Feb 25, 2015
77 year old, Sherman “Glen” Woudema of DeMotte passed away February 25, 2015 at his home.
On June 20, 1937, Glen was born to Gerrit and Annetta (Storey) Woudema in Jasper County, Indiana. Glen worked as a carpet and flooring installer most of his life. Glen served in the U.S. Army.
He is survived by his children: Sheila (Mark) Jabaay,...
Lawrence W. Hardesty
Feb 24, 2015
74 year old, Lawrence W. Hardesty of DeMotte, passed away February 24, 2015 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee Illinois.
On February 21, 1941 Lawrence was born to Delmar and Mary (Spink) Hardesty in Gary, Indiana. Lawrence owned Hardesty Auto Service and he repaired the trucks for the Hammond Times. On July 31, 1999 he married the love of his life,...
Jesse Hoover
Feb 24, 2015
56 year old, Jesse Hoover of Monticello, Kentucky, passed away February 24, 2015 in Shelby, Indiana.
Jesse was born on November 24, 1959 to Kenneth and Dixie (York) Hoover in Hammond, Indiana. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He loved his family deeply. Jesse worked in a factory, was a mechanic, and at one time worked...
Toni Lynn Roberts
Feb 9, 2015
Toni Lynn Roberts, 46 years old, of Rensselaer passed away February 9, 2015.
On June 9, 1968, Toni was born to Emmett and Edna (Cunningham) Terry in Crown Point, Indiana. Toni graduated from Lowell High School. On May 9, 1998 Toni married Ronnie Roberts in Shelby, Indiana. Toni enjoyed being a housewife and mother.
Toni is survived by her loving...
Ronald E. Walczak
Feb 5, 2015
71 year old, Ronald E. Walczak of DeMotte passed away February 5, 2015 at his home with his loving family around him.
On September 27, 1943, Ronald was born to Eugene and Aileen Walczak in Hammond, Indiana. Ronald served in the United States Air Force. He then married Carole Picciariello on May 25, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois at Sacred Heart...
Paul Hopkins
Feb 1, 2015
71 year old, Paul Hopkins of Rensselaer passed away February 1, 2015 at his home.
On September 6, 1943, Paul was born to Hargus and Myrtle (nee: Allen) Hopkins in Salyersville, Kentucky. Paul was a Union Carpenter for Local 41.
Paul is survived by his daughters: Wanda (Bob) Kessler, Louise (Darrell) Alexander, 5 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and siblings: Tete ‘Silas’...
Don R Clark Jr.
Jan 22, 2015
54 year old, Don R. Clark Jr., of DeMotte passed away January 22, 2015.
On November 1, 1960 Don was born to Don Sr. and Alice ‘Ermagene’ (nee: Winebrenner) Clark in Gary, Indiana. Don married Christina Boykin (who preceded him) on April 16, 1984. Don was employed in the HVAC field. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge of...
Mary Ann Messer
Jan 22, 2015
73 year old, Mary Ann Messer, of Rensselear passed away January 22, 2015.
On February 21, 1941, Mary Ann was born to Vollie and Eliza (Sexton) Whitaker in Jasper County Indiana. Mary Ann married David Messer on July 14, 1956 in Momence, Illinois. She was a factory worker, a housewife who loved her farm animals and watching her humming birds....
James W. Guertin
Jan 16, 2015
72 year old, James W. Guertin of Wheatfield passed away January 16, 2015 at St. Anthony’s Medical Center, Crown Point, Indiana.
On December 30, 1942, James was born to Exor and Mary (Trumble) Guertin in Kankakee, Illinois. James served in the US Army during the Vietnam Era. On November 4, 1967, James married the love of his life, Zilla Mae...
John Norris
Jan 15, 2015
70 year old, John Norris of Rensselaer, passed away January 15, 2015 at St. Anthony’s Medical Center with his loving family around him.
On March 22, 1944, John was born to Elmer and Gertrude (French) Norris in Ludington, Michigan. John served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era. He married the love of his life, Audrey Potter on...
Gertrude Vliek
Jan 14, 2015
86 year old, Gertrude Vliek of DeMotte, passed away January 14, 2015 at Aperion Care of DeMotte.
On April 14, 1928, in Michigan, Gertrude was born to Harold and Dorothy (Doxtater) Drake. She graduated from Hammond High School. Gertrude married George Vliek on December 29, 1946, in Michigan. George and Gertrude owned the Griffith Family Market.
Gertrude is survived by her...
Jo Ann Pyzynski
Jan 12, 2015
65 year old, Jo Ann Pyzynski of Fair Oaks passed away January 12, 2015 at St. Anthony’s Hospice Center.
On November 9, 1949, Jo Ann was born to Clyde and Mary (Cory) Skinner in Hammond, Indiana. Jo Ann was a lifetime area resident. She worked for Reeder Auto Group as a factory worker for 15 years, and was a member...
James Gourko
Jan 1, 2015
80 year old, James Gourko of Wheatfield, passed away January 1, 2015 at his home.
On February 14, 1934, James was born in Gary, Indiana to Christos (Chris) and Anna (nee: Schizco) Gourko. James attended Tefft schools and graduated in 1953. After high school James was an ammunition handler, then in 1955 he worked for Thermal Products in North Judson,...
Walter K. Isaily
Dec 31, 2014
79 year old Walter K. Isaily of Wheatfield passed away December 31, 2014.
On October 5, 1936 in Hebron, in Palistine, Walter was born to Khaled and Rasmia Isaily. Walter graduated from Israel schools and attended college there. He came to America and attended school to become a surgeon. Walter married Janis Williams on December 23, 1975 in Chicago, Illinois.
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Esther Richards
Dec 30, 2014
90 year old, Esther Richards of Rensselaer, passed away December 30, 2014 at her home.
On March 30, 1924, Esther was born in DeMotte, Indiana to Joseph and Martha (Volkmann) Ruisard. Esther graduated from DeMotte High School. She loved working at Wal-Mart in the ladies department, and did so until she was 85 years old. Esther loved watching birds during...
Gloria J Motylewski
Dec 22, 2014
85 year old, Gloria J. Motylewski of Francesville, passed away December 22, 2014.
On December 6, 1929, Gloria was born in Brookfield, Illinois to Russel and Henrietta (Liska) Gross. Gloria attended Lion’s Township Schools in Illinois. She worked for Illinois Bell, which is now AT&T as a secretary for 20 years. Gloria married the love of her life George J....
Tyler D. Mendyke
Dec 12, 2014
21 year old Tyler D. Mendyke of Wheatfield, passed away December 12, 2014.
On September 15, 1993 Tyler was born in Crown Point, Indiana. Tyler attended Kankakee Valley High School and worked for Fritz Enterprises, USS Gary Works. Tyler was a member of the Sons of American Legion Post 406. Tyler loved hunting deer and fishing.
Tyler is survived by...
David R. Long
Dec 2, 2014
59 year old, David R. Long of Wheatfield, passed away December 2, 2014, at Porter Regional Hospital.
On September 9, 1955, David was born to Irvin E. and Clara B. (Crawford) Long in Marion, Illinois. David was a Recreational Counselor for Westville Correction Facilities for over 20+ years. He loved hunting, fishing, collecting antiques, and going to the movies. He...