Obituaries

Mar 31, 2020

Armandina Gloria Reyna (nee Rodriguez)

July 25, 1932 – March 31, 2020 God sent his Angels to collect our beautiful and amazing mother. Until we see you again, we will miss your presence, unconditional love, kindness, generosity, thoughtfulness, sense of humor, laughter, inspiration and determination.

We know you led a wonderful life and we will celebrate you and...

Mar 19, 2020

A complete obituary is pending.

Feb 27, 2020

 

Guadalupe “Lupe” Vasquez

February 27, 1952-February 27, 2020 (age 68)

Guadalupe departed this life on her 68th birthday with her loving family by her side. 

Guadalupe was born and raised in East Chicago, IN.  She attended Washington High School.  She was a devoted mother and grandmother.  She had a big heart and giving spirit.  Not only did she raise...

Feb 2, 2020

Anna passed away peacefully Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Rittenhouse Health Care in Portage.

A private cremation will take place Thursday, February 6, 2020.

May God grant her eternal rest.

Jan 28, 2020

Antonio passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at University of Illinois Health, Chicago with his loving family by his side.

A visitation will be held Friday, January 31, 2020 from 9:00 am to 12 pm. at Acevez Funeral Home,

and a service at 11am with Pastor Jose Valle officiating.

A burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Hammond

Jan 8, 2020

Arnaldo passed away tragically, Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at Christ Advocate Hospital, Chicago, IL.

He is survived by his son Arnaldo Rodriguez. Grandchildren are Niko, Selina, and Alize Rodriguez.

Great grand children include Ja'Noel and Ace Rodriguez.

Sisters are Maria de los Angeles Rodriguez, Migdalia Rodriguez and Luz Rodriguez.

Brothers are Elis and Edwin Rodriguez.

A Memorial Gathering will be held...

Jan 5, 2020

Jan 3, 2020

Marian Goral April 1, 1923 - January 3, 2020

A decorated veteran, Marian, like many other members of the Greatest Generation was proudest of his military service in WWII. Born in Poland, into a family of 12, Marian was a teenager when he and his siblings were arrested during the Soviet invasion of Poland.

They were forcibly deported into...

Dec 29, 2019

Samuel Perez, age 84 of Valparaiso, Indiana, formerly of East Chicago, IN., passed away peacefully on December 29, 2019.

He is survived by his loving children Michael (Monica) Perez, Tina Perez (Brian Gabel), grandchildren Amanda and Bella, brothers Frank and Joaquin Perez, sister Mary Fernandez, many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends, most notably, nephew Danny Perez. 

Sam was preceded...

Dec 25, 2019

Steven R. Alamillo Munster, Indiana Steven Rene Alamillo age 54 of Munster, IN. passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at Community Hospital Munster with his loving family at his side.

Born in East Chicago, IN. to Rene and Norma (nee Garnett) Alamillo his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years Laura Alamillo.

His children...

Dec 20, 2019

Alice Quijas, age 81, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 20, 2019.

Beloved mother to Theresa, Ruben and Gerald Melendez, MaryLou Melendez-Keddy and Laura Samaniego.

She also leaves behind nine grandchildren, two great-grandsons, nieces, nephews and siblings - most notably her dear sister, Mary Sanchez. S

he was also preceded in death by her son, Ronald Melendez and...

Dec 13, 2019

A complete obituary is pending.

Dec 12, 2019

A complete obituary is pending.

Dec 9, 2019

 

 

MaryAnn O’Connor (Bachusz) age 73, of East Chicago (formerly of Hammond and Valparaiso), was gathered into the Lord’s arms in her home on December 9, 2019.

She is survived by her four children, Christine (Ponciano) Quiroga, Michael (Deanna) O’Connor, Erin O’Connor, and John (Michelle) O’Connor; nine grandchildren, Matthew and Marcus Quiroga, Ryan, Nicholas, and Miranda O’Connor, Reuben...

Dec 6, 2019

Mary “Maria” (nee Groszek), age 94 of East Chicago, Indiana passed away Friday, December 6, 2019 She is survived by her husband Ludwik Brzek. Daughters Sophia (Gregory) Bembenista of Munster, Ann Brzek of Arlington Heights, IL. Son Ted (Denise) Brzek of Highland. Grandchildren: Steven (Lindsey) Bembenista of Fon Du Lac, WI; Julie (Dale) Norman of Schererville; Kelly Wojnarowski of Arlington Heights,...

Nov 22, 2019

Rafael passed away Friday, November 22, 2019 suddenly at his home.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 26, 2019 from 4 to 8 pm, at the Funeral Home, with a Prayer Service at 5 pm with Rev. Eduardo Malagon Officiating.

A complete obituary is pending.

Oct 25, 2019

Keith passed away suddenly Friday, October 25, 2019 at his home.

He is survived by his parents Tina Perez and Manuel Soto.

Brother Steve Swingler. Aunt Tyna Swingler and husband Anthony.

Numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends too many to mention.

And his special dog DJ.

Preceded  in death by Grandparents, Darlene and Arthur Swingler, Otilio and Frances Soto.

A...

Oct 20, 2019

Lifelong East Chicago resident Edmund Peter Kenar, son of Edmund F. Kenar and Frances Zajac Kenar, slipped away from us October 20, 2019. He was the beloved brother of Beatrice (Kenar) Van Liew and Paula Kenar, brother-in-law of Buzz Patterson his roommate, uncle of Johanna (Alex) Van Liew Webb, great uncle of Madeleine Webb, and beloved cousin of many. He...

Oct 15, 2019

David age 34 of Calumet Township passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at Methodist Hospital, Gary.

A complete obituary is pending.

A private cremation was held and a Memorial Gathering will be at a later date.

Oct 15, 2019

Romelia “Romie” Perez, age 83, of Merrillville, Indiana passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She is survived by her children Delia Hernandez of Merrillville, Indiana, Daniel (Martha) Perez of Portage, Indiana and David (Andrea) Perez of Mesa, Arizona honorable former daughter in law Tonya Ortiz.  Brothers Manuel (Sonia) Sanchez of Hammond,...