All Obituaries

       Richard Erow Jr., age 78 of Chesterton, IN, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on January 12, 1946 in Argos, IN to Richard and Bernice (Brokus) Erow, both of whom preceded him in death.         On November 12, 1964, he married the love of his life, Susan (Spencer) Erow, who preceded him in death on May 18, 2021.          He is survived by his...

Ruth Marie “Babe” Poparad Obituary        Mother, Grandma, Aunt Babe Poparad, age 101 of Porter, Indiana, passed away peacefully in her home on March 28, 2024.  She was born June 8, 1922 in Porter.  She is survived by her sister, Alberta “Jean” Ellis, son Paul (Mary Ann) Poparad, daughter-in-law Betsy Poparad, four grandchildren Amanda (Ben) McDaniel, David (Mary Ann) Poparad, Nathaniel (Nancy) Poparad, Benjamin (Natacia) Poparad,...

       Delores Mina Brooks (née Grieger), age 100, of Monticello, Indiana passed away peacefully Monday night, March 25, 2024 with her daughter Bonnie holding one hand and her granddaughter Cindy holding the other hand.  Delores was an active, vibrant centenarian who was living independently up until an unfortunate fall and hip fracture on March 7.        Delores was born at home in Chesterton, Indiana on November 21, 1923, to the late...

       Sally M. W. Tollefson, age 94 of Chesterton, IN, passed away on March 15, 2024.  She was born on March 8, 1930 in Schenectady, NY to Jack and Muriel (Morrison) Wiebe, both of whom preceded her in death.         She is survived by her loving sons, CPT Walter E. Tollefson of Belton, TX and James E. Tollefson of Chesterton, IN; her brother, John Kirk Wiebe of Westminster, MD; and by her numerous nieces and nephews.      ...

       Steven Frederick Berger, 69, born October 2, 1954 passed away March 12, 2024 at his residence in Chesterton. Steve was born in Valparaiso, Indiana and lived most of his life in the Chesterton/Valparaiso area.        He was preceded in death by his mother, Carola Phillips, his stepfather Clyde Phillips, and his beloved basset hound, Sasha.        Steve was a former truck driver and loved NASCAR and cooking.  Steve was...

       Cynthia Salinas McClure, age 69 of LaPorte, IN, passed away on March 7, 2024. She was born on March 26, 1954 in Knox, IN to Fermine and Marie (Stacey) Salinas, both of whom preceded her in death.        On January 5, 1974 at Saint Patrick Catholic Church, she married the love of her life, Thomas McClure, who survives in LaPorte, IN. She is also survived by her loving children, Scott McClure of Porter, IN and Tieyana McClure of LaPorte, IN; her...

Beverly Ann Hudgins   Born January 2, 1933 and taken home by our Savior on March 5, 2024          Beverly Ann Hudgins, 91, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away on March 5, 2024. She passed away in her home where she was living with her daughter and family.        Beverly was born on January 2, 1933 in Buffalo, New York. She was the only daughter of William and Gladys Sharp. She grew up in Buffalo and spent summers in the country where...

       Norida Rainey, age 85 of Chesterton, IN, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on June 21, 1938 in Monessen, PA to John and Helen (Banas) Senich, both of whom preceded her in death.         On June 24, 1961 in Monessen, PA, she married the love of her life, Joseph Rainey, who survives in Chesterton, IN.         She is also survived by her...

       Judy I. Post, age 72 of Chesterton, IN, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 31, 1951 in Rensselaer, IN to Robert and Clara (Cambe) Clarke, both of whom preceded her in death.        She is survived by her loving husband, Thomas Post of Chesterton, IN; her loving children, Thomas Post of Whiting, IN and Tammy (Dan) Wiseman of Chesterton, IN; her treasured...

Garry Paeth April 5, 1957 - February 14, 2024 Peacefully and surrounded by his family, Garry Paeth passed away on February 14, 2024 at the age of 66 years.   He was born on April 5, 1957 In Evergreen Park, the son of Orville and Eleanor (Drexel) Paeth. He graduated from Bloom High School in 1975 and went to work as a police officer, a volunteer firefighter, and for emergency medical services.   Garry’s passion for law enforcement and breaking news kept his home filled...