Beverly Ann Cipowski

Beverly Ann Cipowski, nee Detvay, age 88, of Schererville, IN, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family Friday, March 27, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Michael J. Cipowski. Loving mother of Susan (John) Grelak, Sheryl (Kim Karl) Kirchner, late Michael Cipowski, and the late Sheila Cipowski. Cherished grandmother of Melissa (Joel) Joshu, John(Melody) Grelak, Alexandra (Joshua) Greiner, Alyssa (Steven) Vignos-Price, KC (Abby) Kirchner, Kyson (Brittany) Kirchner, and Kellen Kirchner. Great grandmother of Remy, John, Charlotte, Francesca, Alice, Maevyn, Kinzy, Lily, Lola, and Judd. Dear sister of Sharon (Charles Dorin) Slivka and the late Marilynn Somerfeld. Kind aunt of several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Andrew and Martha Detvay. Beverly was loved by many and will be deeply missed.

Beverly retired from Purdue. She enjoyed interacting with young adults so much that she continued working until age 81. She was a lifelong member of Our Lady of Knock (now known as Jesus Shepherd of Souls). She was also a member of Women’s Guild, Red Hats and Franciscan Hospital Volunteers. She enjoyed her Mondays socializing and playing Bunco with a group of friends. She was a cancer survivor and a Pink Ribbon Society member.

Visitation Monday, April 6, 2026 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane Dyer, IN. Prayer service Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. from the funeral home to Our Lady of Knock Catholic Church 501 163rd St., Calumet City, IL for 10:00 a.m. funeral Mass. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery – Calumet City, IL. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com