Obituaries
Catherine 'Kay' Hesh
Mar 8, 2022
77 year old, Catherine L. ’Kay’ Hesh, of DeMotte, passed away March 8, 2022 at her home with her loving family around her.
On July 28, 1944, Kay was born to Charles and Lillian (Atchinson) Womack, in Chicago, Illinois. She married the love of her life, James Hesh, on June 9, 1962, in Fair Oaks, Indiana. Kay worked as...
Joshua Betts
Mar 7, 2022
37 year old, Joshua Betts, of Wheatfield, passed away March 7, 2022, as a result of an auto accident.
On October 14, 1984, Joshua was born to Mike and Christine (Tanner) Betts at Michigan City, Indiana. Josh was a graduate of Kankakee Valley High School. Josh was an entrepreneur, who owned and ran a resale shop in Wheatfield.
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Lynn A. Barker
Mar 7, 2022
44 year old, Lynn A. Barker, of Wheatfield, passed away March 7, 2022 at her home with her loving family around her.
On January 12, 1978, Lynn was born to Dale and Rita (Schuljak) Klingaman, in Crown Point, Indiana. She graduated from Lowell High School, class of 1996. Lynn and Scott ran into each other by chance on September...
James K Wallace
Mar 6, 2022
James K. Wallace, 81, of Palmetto, Florida, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 6, 2022, at Manatee Memorial Hospital.
Born June 18, 1940, in Valparaiso, Indiana, Jim was one of four children of the late Woodrow and Mary Catherine (Spagna) Wallace. After graduating high school, Jim proudly served as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps for four...
Anthony Steinmetz, Sr.
Feb 25, 2022
79 year old, Anthony ‘Tony’ Steinmetz Sr., of DeMotte, passed away Friday, February 25, 2022 at Franciscan Health Crown Point, Indiana.
On May 24, 1942, Anthony Wayne Steinmetz, was born to Anthony and Elsie (Blaser) Steinmetz. He graduated from Kansas City Public High School, class of 1961. After graduation he joined the Marines and proudly served his country from...
Susan Dawn Pope
Feb 23, 2022
66 year old, Susan Dawn Pope, of Rensselaer, passed away at her home on February 23, 2022.
On August 3, 1955, in Rensselaer, Indiana, Susan was born to Kenneth and Helen (Bowman) Norris. Susan was a housewife/homemaker, who loved her family.
Susan is survived by her son: Joseph (Renee) Bays, 4 grandchildren, siblings: Roger, Jan, Mike, Kenny, Dennis,...
Barbara Ann O'Brien
Feb 22, 2022
85 year old, Barbara Ann O’Brien, of DeMotte, passed away February 22, 2022.
On January 26, 1937, in DeMotte, Barbara was born to George and Grace (DeYoung) Schaefer. She was a graduate of DeMotte High School, worked as a clerk at the hardware store, and loved being a housewife.
Barbara is survived by her children: Ron (Jill) Cates,...
James Sherman Jordan Sr
Feb 21, 2022
83 year old, James Sherman Jordan Sr., of Wheatfield, formerly of Hobart and Valparaiso, Indiana, passed away February 21, 2022.
On October 18, 1938, James was born to Leonard and Oma (Powell) Jordan in Elkton, Kentucky. He lived most of his life in the Hobart and Valparaiso areas. He worked as a millwright at U.S. Steel for 45+ years....
Georgia Gose
Feb 19, 2022
Georgia Gose, age 79, of Liberty Township, Ohio; formerly a resident of Valparaiso, Indiana, peacefully passed away at home on February 19, 2022.
Georgia was born in Gary, Indiana on August 17, 1942. She grew up in Northwest Indiana and Southern Florida. Her passions included water skiing and the ocean itself. She was a member of the American Institute...
Novalee Angel Kathleen Phillips
Feb 18, 2022
2 year old, Novalee Angel Kathleen Phillips, of Wheatfield passed away February 18, 2022.
On March 6, 2019, Novalee was born to Brandon Keith Phillips and Megan Ann Marie Phillips in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Novalee is survived by her parents: Megan and Brandon, siblings: Tristan Perez, Braxton Phillips, Jasmine Phillips, maternal grandfather: Chris Cook, paternal grandmother: Angel Kyle, paternal...
John E. Davis, Jr.
Feb 15, 2022
61 year old, John E. Davis Jr., of Wheatfield, passed away February 15, 2022.
On July 20, 1960, John was born to John Sr. and Loretta (Woods) Davis, in Chicago, Illinois. He worked for the Local 423 in Columbus, Ohio. John loved to fish, and buy and sell cars.
John is survived by his children: Risha (Jeff) Wiggs,...
John C Hensley
Feb 15, 2022
72 year old, John C. Hensley, of Rensselaer, passed away February 15, 2022.
On November 20, 1949, John was born to Farish and Eliza (Trusty) Hensley in Rensselaer, Indiana. He married the love of his life, Phyllis Cross, on December 9, 1967, at Eveston Risner’s house in DeMotte, Indiana. He was self-employed and owned Hensley Sewer & Drain, and...
Rosemary Kompare
Feb 14, 2022
75 year old, Rosemary Kompare, of DeMotte, passed away at her home, on February 14, 2022.
On May 24, 1946, in Lachen, Switzerland, Rosemary was adopted by Eugene and Wanda (Hoeff) Bartlett. Rosemary was a seamstress. She loved her animals dearly. She enjoyed gardening and sewing.
Rosemary is survived by her honorary daughter: Bonny (Scott) DeArmond, siblings: Heidi (Eric) Emde,...
Howard W Myers
Feb 6, 2022
86 year old, Howard W. Myers, of North Judson, passed away February 6, 2022.
On January 17, 1936, in Dolton, Illinois, to Herbert and Nela (Blanchette) Myers. Howard served in the U.S. Navy. Howard later worked as a 142 Teamster, truck driver. He enjoyed going to the races, working on cars, motorcycles, watching sports, and NASCAR.
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Katherine Shepherd
Jan 29, 2022
75 year old, Katherine Shepherd, of Francesville, passed away January 29, 2022.
On May 11, 1946, Katherine was born to John and Mary Ann (Bolen) Grigsby in Quicksand, Kentucky. Katherine was a CNA, and worked at Rose Acre Farms. She enjoyed quilting, canning and fishing.
Katherine is survived by her loving family: children: David (Dee) Cornett, Donna Cornett,...
Tim Black
Jan 29, 2022
65 year old, Tim Black, of Wheatfield, passed away January 29, 2022.
On October 16, 1955, Tim was born to Richard and Lillian (Campbell) Black, in Lake Station, Indiana. Tim worked for IFI. He enjoyed living in Wheatfield.
Tim is survived by his fiance’ Jackie Podegracz, and her children: Ricky, Joey, Jimmy, Diane, and Kiki, and her granddaughter:...
Peggy J. Lade
Jan 28, 2022
68 year old, Peggy J. Lade, of Rensselaer, passed away January 28, 2022.
On February 12, 1953, Peggy was born to Charles and Barbara (Honn) Mc Gee, in Brook, Indiana. Peggy married Murlin D. Lade in Rensselaer, Indiana, on November 1983. She enjoyed being a housewife.
Peggy is survived by her loving family: husband: Murlin, children: Kathy Brown,...
Victor M. Rodriguez
Jan 28, 2022
On January 28, 2022, Victor M. Rodriguez, age 72, went to be home with our heavenly Father surrounded by his family.
Victor was born in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, on July 13, 1949, to Margarito and Delores (Alamanza) Rodriguez. Victor served in the U.S. Army National Guard. He attended St. Peter’s Catholic Church of Winamac. He married the love of...
Frank Henry
Jan 28, 2022
75 year old, Frank Henry, of DeMotte, passed away January 28, 2022.
On May 7, 1946, in Putnam County, Tennessee, Frank was born to Les and Ethal (Cartwright) Henry. Frank served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, where he earned a Purple Heart., Frank worked for White Co. Advertising for 35+ years. He married Judith Whicker on...
Alfred Peters
Jan 27, 2022
60 year old, Alfred Peters, of DeMotte passed away January 27, 2022 at his home.
On October 25, 1961, Alfred was born to Roland Sr., and Jean Brinza) Peters in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania. He attended high school at Portage, and then worked for the Local 1005 Carpenter’s Union. Alfred liked to play horseshoes, raced stock car races, and just drive...
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