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Elena Ramírez

Elena Ramírez

Nov 14, 2024

Elena Ramirez, age 88 of Hammond, IN passed away surrounded by her family on November 14, 2024.

Elena was born in Morelia Michoacan, Mexico on June 22, 1936 by Agustin De La Torre & Piedad Calderon. She is survived by 3 children: Jose (Maria) Ramirez, Antonio (Ana) Ramirez, Lydia (Luis) Hernandez; 6 grandchildren: Jaime(Katiria) Hernandez, Antonio (Rosemary) Ramirez, Abigail LLerena, Christina...

Francisco "Kiko" Gallarzo

Francisco "Kiko" Gallarzo

Nov 7, 2024

Francisco “Kiko” Gallarzo of Hammond, Indiana passed away on November 7th, 2024. He was 64 years old. 

Born on May 20th, 1960 in Santiago Papasquiaro, Mexico he immigrated to the US when he was 18 years old. He was an avid boxing fan, seafood lover, and loved to travel back to his hometown when possible to visit family members.

A devoted husband...

Florencio "Lenchito" Falcon Munoz

Florencio "Lenchito" Falcon Munoz

Oct 28, 2024

Florencio Falcon Munoz “Lenchito” as he was known by many friends age 57 passed away Monday October 28, 2024 at St Catherine Hospital, East Chicago surrounded by his close friends Carlos and Christina Huerta. He is survived by 4 children and a few grandchildren, brothers and sisters. Preceded in death by his mother Luisa and father Macario.

Lencho was born in...

Margarita Lopez

Margarita Lopez

Oct 24, 2024

Margarita passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024 at St. Catherine Hospital, East Chicago with her loving family at her side.

On October 24, 2024 our beautiful mother margarita Lopez gained her wings.

Her life was full of love, laughter and ups and downs. To sum it all up, she was all about “Family”.

A wife of 50+ years, a godmother, sister, aunt, friend, our...

Joseph Klisiak Sr.

Joseph Klisiak Sr.

Oct 11, 2024

Joseph passed away suddenly at his home, Merrillville, IN. Friday, October 11, 2024.

Born and raised in Hammond, Indiana, Joe was a down-to-earth and fun-loving guy who loved to make others laugh. Taking on many roles in his lifetime, he was a son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend. Joe spent many years as a dedicated, Union sheet metal worker for Local 20. 

He...

Jose Luis Perea

Jose Luis Perea

Oct 8, 2024

Jose Luis Perea Delgado passed away peacefully October 8, 2024 at the age of 85 surrounded by his loving family. 

He was born in San Luis Potosí, Mexico on August 25, 1939 to Sr. Maximino Perea and Sra. Maria Delgado. He was raised in Genaro Codina, Zacatecas with his 11 siblings (8 males and 4 females) of which he was the...

Dolores Basulto Aranda

Dolores Basulto Aranda

Oct 2, 2024

Dolores passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at St. Catherine Hospital, East Chicago surrounded by her loving family.

The obituary is private.

Please see Service Schedule for details.

Efigenia Cholula de Mendez

Efigenia Cholula de Mendez

Sep 24, 2024

Efigenia Cholula de Méndez

Efigenia Cholula Montesinos passed away on September 24, 2024, in East Chicago, IN, surrounded by her family at the age of 93.

 She was born in Tezoatlán de Segura y Luna, Oaxaca, on August 14, 1931, to +Miguel Cholula and +Marcelina Montesinos. Her adoptive parents were Francisco Herrera and Josefa Luna.

On May 13, 1954, Efigenia married +Miguel Angel...

Martin G. Gonsiorowski

Martin G. Gonsiorowski

Sep 21, 2024

Martin Gerald Gonsiorowski, 75, passed away peacefully at his home in Hammond on September 21, 2024. Born on April 10, 1949, Martin dedicated his life to serving his country and nurturing his family. 

A proud Navy veteran, Martin served during the Vietnam War, embodying the values of loyalty and courage throughout his military tenure. After his service, he continued to support...

Leticia S. Martinez

Leticia S. Martinez

Sep 17, 2024

Leticia (nee Garcia) Martinez

November 1, 1968 – September 17, 2024

Leticia passed away unexpectedly on September 17, 2024, at the age of 55, and is survived by her husband, Arthur, and son, Joseph, and will be missed by her family, many friends, and her pets. She is preceded in death, by her parents Hector and Maria Garcia. She had an infectious...

Leonard "Lenny" Kulasa

Leonard "Lenny" Kulasa

Sep 17, 2024

Leonard “Lenny” Kulasa, age 79, of Griffith passed away on September 17, 2024. He was born on January 1, 1945 to the late John and Helen (nee Jasiak) Kulasa. As a native of East Chicago, Lenny attended St. Stanislaus Grade School and graduated Roosevelt High School Class of 1963. He also attended Purdue University. Lenny remained a lifelong parishioner of...

Katheryn Fox

Katheryn Fox

Sep 16, 2024

Katheryn passed away Monday, September 16, 2024 at St. Catherine Hospital, East Chicago.

A private cremation will be held. 

A complete obituary is pending.

Anna Witczak

Anna Witczak

Aug 13, 2024

Anna passed away peacefully at her home.

A complete obituary is pending.

Raymond "Ray" Mital

Raymond "Ray" Mital

Aug 1, 2024

Raymond passed away suddenly at St. Catherine Hospital.

A complete obituary is pending.

A private Cremation was held

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Gerald "Gerry" J. Bocek

Gerald "Gerry" J. Bocek

Jul 31, 2024

Gerald "Gerry" passed away suddenly at his home.

A complete obituary is pending.

A private Cremation was held.

Juan Carlos Meza Garcia

Juan Carlos Meza Garcia

Jul 29, 2024

Juan C. Meza Garcia age 57 of Hammond, passed away suddenly at his home on July 29th 2024.

Juan was born on June 18 1967 in Mexico. he was a hard working man that had big plans in life. He had 3 sisters and one brother. He came to the United States for a better life.  He worked really hard to provide...

Brian C. Rudick

Brian C. Rudick

Jun 29, 2024

Brian C. Rudick age 50 of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on June 29 at Community Hospital.

He was the son of Roland and Sandra Rudick. Survived by his Brother Michael Rudick(Wife

Katie and Neices Miranda and Haley.Girlfriend Victoria Gloria (and her children Ceaser, Aaliyah,

and Geovany. Brian was a Graduate of Clarke High School. Employed at Amazon. Volunteered

for little brothers of the elderly....

Tomas "Tommy" Martinez

Tomas "Tommy" Martinez

Jun 22, 2024

Tomas “Tommy” Martinez

Born May 10, 1958 / Died June 22, 2024

Born in East Chicago, Indiana. Preceded in death by parents Ignacio D Martinez & Maria T Martinez (nee Villarreal), brother Alfred Cadena (Iris), sister Rosalinda Navejar (Kenny), nephews JC, Luis, Damone JR and Adrian. 

 Survived by brothers & sisters Eliseo Martinez (Alicia), Elvira Martinez, Pilar Martinez (Perla), Martha Calderon, Nacho Martinez...

Richard Anthony Stansu

Richard Anthony Stansu

Jun 12, 2024

Richard Anthony Stansu age 32, of East Chicago Indiana suddenly passed away on June 12th, 2024. 

Richard was born on May 2nd, 1992 in Olympia Fields, IL. He grew up in the Chicagoland area. Richard is preceded in death with his mother Roberta Stansu. He is survived by His wife Jessica M Garrett, His four children Lynevaeh Kapphan, Kayliana Degenais, Richard...

Juana "Guany" Flores

Juana "Guany" Flores

Jun 9, 2024

Juana “Guany” Flores was born in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico. She is preceded in death by her father Santiago Rivera, her mother Isabel Leon, her brother Jon Rivera, and her husband Joaquin Flores. She is survived by her children Noel (Leticia) Flores, Noemi (Elyse) Flores, grandchildren Isaac, Mia, and Marissa, her brothers Luis and Javier, her sisters Gloria, Daisy, and...

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