Obituaries
Michael Kessinger
Dec 17, 2024
56 year old, Michael ‘Mike’ Kessinger, of DeMotte, passed away December 17, 2024 at home with his loving family surrounding him.
On May 11, 1968, Michael was born to Martin ‘Lyle’ and Esther (Feleki) Kessinger in Valparaiso, Indiana. Mike was a graduate of Kankakee Valley High School, class of 1986. He worked as a mechanic at Charlie Roberts in Rensselaer, and...
Guy O. Gray
Dec 12, 2024
92 year old, Guy O. Gray, of DeMotte, passed away December 12, 2024, with his loving family around him.
On February 10, 1932, in St. Petersburg, Florida, Guy was born to William and Leta (Middaugh) Gray. He graduated from Bridgeport, Illinois, class of 1950, home of the Bulldogs. Guy served in the U.S. Army, and he was a 150 Operator. He...
Kenneth James Ackerman
Dec 9, 2024
59 year old, Kenneth James ‘Pussmo’ Ackerman, of Wheatfield, passed away on December 9, 2024.
On July 27, 1965, Ken was born to Robert and Tina (Blokyzl) Ackerman in Newton, New Jersey. He graduated from Kankakee Valley High School, class of 1983. Ken enjoyed going fishing, football, and watching NASCAR.
Ken is survived by his sons: Kyle (Breann) Risner, Kenny Ackerman, Larry...
Nicholas A Cox
Dec 8, 2024
36 year old, Nicholas A. ‘Nick’ Cox, of Wheeler, passed away December 8, 2024.
On August 14, 1988, Nick was born to Anthony and Michelle (Mills) Cox in Leominster, Massachusetts. He married the love of his life, Ashley Major, on October, 24, 2020, in Wheatfield, Indiana. Nick loved to sit by a campfire, go fishing, play bags and horseshoes, and just...
Mary Jane 'Janie' Mitchell
Dec 8, 2024
79 year old, Mary Jane ‘Janie’ Mitchell, of Wheatfield, passed away December, 8, 2024, at home with her family around her.
On December 5, 1945, Janie was born to James and Marjorie (Shinkle) Davis in Hammond, Indiana. She graduated from Mt. Ayre Schools, class of 1964. Janie married the love of her life, Elvis Mitchell, on July 17, 1964, at Thayer...
Debbie M. Davis
Dec 4, 2024
68 year old, Debbie M. Davis, of Rensselaer, formerly of Decatur, Illinois, passed away December 4, 2024 with her family around her.
On January 28, 1956, Debbie was born to George H. Thompson II and Roma (Lewis) Thompson in Sparta, Illinois. She was a homemaker who spent her life raising her children and loving her family. Debbie enjoyed fishing, camping, traveling,...
Leonard Mak
Dec 1, 2024
81 year old, Leonard Mak, of DeMotte, passed away December 1, 2024, Northwest Health, Valparaiso, Indiana.
On March 9, 1943, Leonard was born to Peter and Ida (Whittenberg) Mak in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from Fair Oaks Schools. Leonard served in the U.S. Navy. He married the love of his life, Janice Stein, on August 7, 1971, in Remington, Indiana. Leonard...
James Province
Nov 9, 2024
82 year old, James E. Province, of Rensselaer, passed away November 9, 2024, at his home, with his loving family around him.
On August 3, 1942, James was born to Luther ‘Luke’ and Edith (Mays) Province in Briceville, Tennessee. James was a truck driver, who loved to drive. He drove school bus, tour bus, and truck driver. James also served in...
Raymond R Flanigan
Nov 2, 2024
84 year old, Raymond R. Flanigan, of DeMotte, passed away November 2, 2024, at his home.
On May 26, 1940, Raymond was born to Ralph and Ruby (Hamilton) Flanigan, in Gary, Indiana. He graduated from Hobart High School. Raymond married the love of his life, Janice Webster, on May 19, 1985, at the United Methodist Church, in Kniman, Indiana. Raymond was...
Mark Brown
Oct 31, 2024
71 year old, Mark Brown, of Wheatfield, passed away October 31, 2024 with his loving family around him.
On December 8, 1952, Mark was born to Ray and Hertha (Larsen) Brown in Hammond, Indiana. He was a huge fan of the Chicago Cubs baseball team, word searches, and watching his family’s kids sporting events.
Mark is survived by his siblings: Toni (Paul)...
Arthur E Green
Oct 31, 2024
76 year old, Arthur E Green, of Wheatfield, passed away October 31, 2024.
On January 9, 1948, in Los Angeles, California, Arthur was born to Arthur T, and Clarabell (Hammerley) Green. Arthur was a bartender, and he liked to play pool and shuffleboard. He also liked to play cards. He collected vintage neck ties.
Arthur is survived by his brother: Charles (Betty)...
Donald 'Duck' Oliver
Oct 30, 2024
49 year old, Donald ‘Duck’ Oliver, of DeMotte, passed away October 30, 2024, at his home.
On November 10, 1974, Donald was born to Donny and Mabel (Neeley) Oliver in Lafayette, Indiana. He was a member of the Local #41, Laborers. He enjoyed rabbit hunting and fishing.
Donald ‘Duck’ is survived by his brother: Frank Golab.
Donald was preceded in death by his...
Marla D. Thurman
Oct 25, 2024
71 year old, Marla D. Thurman, of Wheatfield, passed away October 25, 2024 with her family around her.
On June 14, 1953, Marla was born to Chester Sr., and Maryann (Lamb) Webb in San Bernadino, California. She graduated from high school, and attained a BA in science. She worked as a nurse for many years. Marla enjoyed gardening, crocheting, and talking...
Diane Marie Dobson
Oct 24, 2024
84 year old, Diane M. Dobson, of DeMotte, passed away October 24, 2024, in DeMotte, Indiana at her home with loving family around her.
On March 12, 1940, in Carroll, Iowa, Diane was born to Clarence and Lillian (Scharnweber) Sampson. She graduated from high school. She married the love of her life, William A. Dobson, in Carroll, Iowa, on August 6,...
Rex B. Jones
Oct 24, 2024
68 year old, Rex B. Jones, of Rensselaer, passed away October 24, 2024.
On February 22, 1956, Rex was born to Jesse Ray and Ireva (Robbins) Jones in Rensselaer, Indiana. He was a driver for the Jasper County Highway Department. Rex married the love of his life, Michelle Tynes, on May 16, 2021 in DeMotte, Indiana. He was a guitar player,...
Mary Joan Corman
Oct 21, 2024
Mary Joan ‘JD’ Corman, 87 years old, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 21, 2024.
On December 13, 1936, Joan was born to Robert and Mary (Ingrahm) Linn in Weiner, Arkansas. She was a homemaker. Besides spending time with her friends and family, Joan enjoyed her trips to Arkansas with family, shopping, playing cards, her love for art, and her family...
Susan R Robbins
Oct 14, 2024
59 year old, Susan R. Robbins, of Rensselaer, passed away October 14, 2024.
On February 23, 1965, Susan was born to Dillard and Ruby (Meadows) Pinkerman in Rensselaer, Indiana. She worked as a waitress and bartender. Susan enjoyed watching races at Shady Hill. She loved visiting friends, playing cards and Yahtzee, but especially spending time with her grandchildren.
Susan is survived by...
Shirley Swart
Oct 14, 2024
88 year old, Shirley L. Swart, of Elkhart, formerly of DeMotte/Rensselaer, passed away October 14, 2024.
On October 20, 1935, Shirley was born to James Sr. and Evelyn (Bultema) Wiers in Lansing, Illinois. She graduated from DeMotte High School, class of 1953. Shirley married Leonard ‘Joe’ Swart on December 7, 1953, in DeMotte, Indiana. She was a Real Estate Agent/Broker in...
Randi L. Wicker
Oct 12, 2024
54 year old, Randi L. Wicker, of Goodland, passed away on October 12, 2024.
On August 12, 1970, Randi was born to James Wicker and Lynette (Marion) DeWitt in Brook, Indiana. She worked as a bartender. Randi enjoyed music, crafts, felting, and making dream catchers.
Randi is survived by her children: Tiana (Tabitha Jacobs) Wicker, Asher Wicker, Hunter Wicker, siblings: Micki (Todd)...
Mary Lou Gilbert
Oct 7, 2024
Mary Lou Gilbert, of Wheatfield, passed away peacefully at home on October 7, 2024.
Mary Lou was born on September 20, 1932, the daughter of Frances (Coplin) Childers and Jack Childers. She was the eldest of four children. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her sister: Maxine Sweitzer, her brother: Donald Childers, and twin great granddaughters. She is survived...
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