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Charlotte H. Mitchell

Charlotte H. Mitchell

Nov 30, 2021

Charlotte H. Mitchell, nee Hofstra, age 98, of Munster, IN went home to her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, November 30, 2021.  Beloved wife of the late Stephen P. Mitchell.  Loving mother of Nancy (Lance) Banninga and the late Jimmy Mitchell.  Devoted grandmother of  Steve Banninga and great-grandmother of Sophie Banninga.  Dear sister of the late John (late Shirley)...

Phyllis Ann Sampson

Phyllis Ann Sampson

Nov 26, 2021

Phyllis Ann Sampson, 85, of Janesville, WI, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021. She was born on January 12, 1936 in Calumet City, IL, the daughter of Anthony J. and Helen P. (Steffan) Fehring.

Phyllis worked for the family business as a watchmaker for many years and became the first female President of The Horological Association of...

Gary L. De St. Jean

Gary L. De St. Jean

Nov 26, 2021

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Gary L. De St. Jean, age 77, of Highland, IN passed away on Friday, November 26, 2021.  Loving father of Mark (Amber) De St. Jean, Denise (Justin) Gard, and Joseph “J.J.” (Kelly) De St. Jean. Beloved long-time companion of Annette Watson.  Proud grandfather of Paige Kovats,...

William "Beau" B.J. Hensley

William "Beau" B.J. Hensley

Nov 26, 2021

William “Beau” B.J. Hensley age 65 of Steger, IL passed away on Friday, November 26, 2021.  Beloved Husband of Olivia Jackson.  Loving father of Dawn (Joe) Romero, Brittany (Lewis) Williams, and Joseph Hensley.  Proud grandfather of Jacob and Jordan Romero, Alexa, Leah, Ava, and Ella Williams, Layla Hensley, Josh Jr. and Jayden Jackson.  Dear brother of the late Claude...

Melvin Koster

Melvin Koster

Nov 26, 2021

Melvin Koster, age 88, of Crown Point, IN passed away Friday, November 26, 2021.  Beloved husband of the late Joan Koster, nee DeBreaux. Loving father of James (Laurie) Koster, Kenneth (late Colleen) Koster, and Susan (Jeff) Drenth.  Proud grandfather of Kevin Koster, Becca (Hunter) Pritchett, Kenny Koster, Katie (Humberto) Saucedo, Ryan Drenth, Kyle (Amber) Drenth, and Megan Drenth and...

Leandrew Jones

Leandrew Jones

Nov 25, 2021

Leandrew Jones of Lansing, IL made his transition on Thursday, November 25, 2021 surrounded by his family.  He was born on October 22, 1963 in Laws Hill, MS to the late Jake Jones Jr. and Minnie Lee Jones.  He professed a hope in Christ at an early age.  He was a devoted husband and father.  He leaves to cherish...

Kevin Ray Sutton

Kevin Ray Sutton

Nov 22, 2021

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Kevin Ray Sutton, age 63, of Thornton, IL passed away on Monday, November 22, 2021.  Beloved husband of Joan Sutton, nee Henson.  Loving father of Kevin (Jennifer) Sutton, Kelly (Jordan) Bastian, and Kyle (Stephanie) Sutton.  Cherished grandfather of Helena, Hayden, Faith, Ellie, and Addy.  Dear...

Joseph W. Gardner

Joseph W. Gardner

Nov 21, 2021

Joseph W. Gardner, of Crete, IL, WWII Veteran, entered eternal life on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at the age of 93.  He was born on September 6, 1928.  Joseph is survived by his wife of 69 years, Roseanne Gardner, nee Frangella, and by his beloved children, Anthony (Marcia) Gardner and Gina M. Gardner.  Grandfather to Erik (Erica) Gardner, Drew...

Pearl Reynhout

Pearl Reynhout

Nov 21, 2021

Pearl Reynhout, nee Van Drunen, age 91 of Dyer, IN formerly of South Holland, IL, went home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 21, 2021.  Beloved wife of the late Quirinus “Cork” Reynhout.  Loving mother of Norma (Chuck) VanWyhe, Gwen (Rick) Kooy, Quentin (Jane) Reynhout, James (Beth) Reynhout, and Peggy (Dan) Ferguson.  Devoted grandmother of 16 grandchildren...

Sandra Josephine Maranto

Sandra Josephine Maranto

Nov 20, 2021

Sandra Josephine Maranto, nee Polizzotto, age 90, late of Crete formerly of Harvey, IL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 20, 2021.  Loving wife of the late Russell Maranto.  Devoted mother of Sandra (Richard) Jensen.  Proud grandma of Steven and Bryan; great-grandma of Maddie, Lilly, Blake, and Mia.  Dearest sister of Barbara (Jim) Shinovich, and the late Rose...

Dolores E. Mccoy

Dolores E. Mccoy

Nov 19, 2021

Dolores Estelle McCoy, of Crete, IL passed away peacefully with family by her side on November 19, 2021 at Franciscan Hospital in Dyer, IN.  Beloved wife of the late Kenneth R. McCoy Sr.  Loving mother of Kenneth (Mary) McCoy Jr., William (June) McCoy, Therese (late Rich) Goveia, Grace (Martin) Muller, Mary (Bruce) Johnson, and John (Jackie) McCoy.  Cherished grandmother...

Kimberly D. Kotecki

Kimberly D. Kotecki

Nov 18, 2021

Kimberly D. Kotecki, nee Paolella, age 56, of South Chicago Heights, IL, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2021.  Beloved wife of Leon Kotecki.  Loving mother of Jason (Nicole) Kotecki and Zachary (Courtney) Kotecki.  Cherished grandmother of Leah and Mara.  Dear sister of Tom (Reimi) Willett and Tim Willett.  Caring daughter of Bing (late Karen) Willett.  Kimberly will be...

Michael J. Snyder

Michael J. Snyder

Nov 17, 2021

Michael J. Snyder, age 64, of St. John, IN, his long, hard-fought battle with cancer ended on Wednesday, November 17, 2021.  Loving husband of Denise J. Snyder, nee DolleMolle.  Devoted father of Kevin M. (Magdelynn) Snyder and Gary D. (Alexa) Snyder.  Proud grandfather of Cooper Michael, Ava Madeline, and due in March, Camden Michael.  Cherished son of George (late...

Marcia Kaye Schaaf

Marcia Kaye Schaaf

Nov 16, 2021

Marcia Kaye Schaaf , nee Alderden, age 72, of St. John, IN, formerly of Lansing, IL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 16, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Fred Schaaf Jr.  Devoted mother of Fred (Terri) Schaaf, late Mike (Kelly) Schaaf, Sheryl (Eric) Bontrager, and Daniel (Sarah) Schaaf.  Proud grandmother of Matthew, Kyle and...

Kamil J. Karwat

Kamil J. Karwat

Nov 16, 2021

Kamil J. Karwat, age 37, of Crown Point, IN, passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 2021.  Beloved husband of Anna Karwat, nee Syska.  Loving father of Makenzie and Karter Karwat.  Cherished son of Jan and Halina Karwat; son-in-law of Tadeusz and Magdalena Syska.  Dear brother of Damian (Dorothy) Karwat; brother-in-law of Justyna Syska.  Grandson of Helena and Maciej Baraniak. ...

Tanda M.D. Kitchens

Tanda M.D. Kitchens

Nov 15, 2021

Tanda M.D. Kitchens, nee Patterson, age 44, of Dyer, IN, passed away Monday, November 15, 2021.  Beloved wife of John Kitchens. Loving daughter of Judy and the late Windell Patterson Sr. Step-mother of Kyle Kitchens. Dear sister of Tara (Joe) Angelini, Teresa Patterson, and Windell Patterson Jr.  Aunt of Emma Angelini and soon to be born nephews Nathan and...

William Joseph Mclaughlin

William Joseph Mclaughlin

Nov 14, 2021

William Joseph McLaughlin better known as Bill, Billy, Dad or Papa, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2021 at the age of 64 surrounded by his family who adored him. And how could you not? He was the most caring, selfless, and loving man.

Born May 31,1957 to Barbara (Busse) and John McLaughlin in Evergreen, IL he...

Grace C. Jabaay

Grace C. Jabaay

Nov 14, 2021

Grace “Gracie” C. Jabaay, nee VanderWal, age 78, of Lansing, IL went home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 14, 2021.  Beloved wife of Robert Jabaay.  Loving mother of Michele (Mike) Martin, Scot (Jill) Jabaay, Candace (Dave) Lantz, Eric (Melissa) Jabaay, Wendi (Jim) Holleman, Toni (Peter) VanDrunen, and Tami (Mike) Bultema.  Cherished grandmother of 28 grandchildren.  Dear...

Marian Edna Injerd

Marian Edna Injerd

Nov 14, 2021

Marian E. Injerd, nee Wahlstrom, age 96, of Whitehall, MI, formerly of Crete, IL passed away on Sunday, November 14, 2021.  Beloved wife of the late Philip Injerd.  Loving mother of Scott (Rebecca) Injerd and Daniel (Carol) Injerd.  Cherished grandmother of Kari, Shelly, Erik, Jack, Russell, Elaina, Camryn, Dana, Lisa, Rachel, and Russell; great-grandmother of Claire, Olivia, Ava, Cooper,...

Eileen J. Kupiainen

Eileen J. Kupiainen

Nov 13, 2021

Eileen J. Kupiainen, nee Buchler, age 84, of Crete, IL passed away peacefully on November 13, 2021.  Beloved wife of the late James J. Kupiainen.  Loving mother of Debbie (Gordon) Accetturo, Sue (Tom) Smaga, Jim Kupiainen Jr., and Dennis (Melva) Kupiainen.  Cherished grandmother to seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.  Dear sister of Joann (late David) Pedric, Doug (Joan) Buchler,...

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