Obituaries

May 24, 2020

Estella Galvan (nee Verduzco) Age 89

Estella Galvan passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24, (on her Birthday) at St. Catherine Hospital, East Chicago.

She is survived by her loving children John Galvan, Sandra (Felix) Escamilla, Linda Castel, Cynthia Melton, Raymond Galvan, Sonia (Charlie) Arrevalo and Gavino Galvan.

24 Grandchildren and 58 Great Grandchildren.

Preceded in death by...

May 20, 2020

Cecelia Stefanski (nee Bober) age 89, of St. Germain, Wisconsin, former resident of Highland, Indiana, passed away peacefully May 20, 2020, at Arden Court assisted living center, Palos Heights, Illinois.

Cecelia was born September 6, 1930 in Kakolowka, Poland and emigrated to Paris, France during WWII, where she married her late loving husband John Stefanski Dec. 26, 1949. The...

May 19, 2020

Jose will be cremated and taken to his birth place of Mexico by his loving family.

May 15, 2020

Roger passed away May 15, 2020 at St. Catherine Hospital, East Chicago.

A complete obituary is pending.

A private cremation was held

May 9, 2020

Stella Sobilo

(Sailor)

Stella (nee Kenar) Sobilo, Age 96, of East Chicago, passed away peacefully at home on May 9th. She is preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Stanley Sobilo Sr. and her son Larry (Lorna) Sobilo as well as 11 sisters and brothers.

She is survived by her daughters Denise Sobilo, Adrianne (John) Ansay, Stacey (Robert)...

May 7, 2020

Mildred “Millie” Horvath

Mildred “Millie” Horvath age 92 and longtime resident of East Chicago, Indiana for over 50 years, passed away at Community in Munster, Indiana.

Millie spoke both English and Serbian. She was an avid fan of The Wheel of Fortune. Preceded in death by Nikola “Nick” Mitvosky her life partner. Dear mother of the late William “Billy” Horvath,...

May 4, 2020

Vincent Paul Sanchez of Hammond was 31 years old who died unexpectedly.

He was the youngest son born to the proud parents of Carlos & Dianna Sanchez and is survived by his 2 older brothers, Carlos and Matthew and 1 baby sister, Raquel and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Vincent was a graduate of Andrean High School and...

Apr 23, 2020

Dina Maria Villagomez was 61 years young, born January 29, 1959.

She was the only child born to Johnathan and Linda Villagomez together. They gave birth to their baby girl together in Gary Indiana. Dina lived an enormous life! She attended Washington Elementary High School and went on to become the best woman she could be. She held down different...

Apr 12, 2020

Private Cremation was held.

Apr 11, 2020

Joseph Roethler, of Hobart, IN, died unexpectedly on April 11, 2020 at the age of 37.

Joseph is survived by his children Joseph Roethler Jr. and Jaxson Roethler his mother, Linda Roethler (nee Berumen his twin sister, Jennifer Roethler and his brother, Wayne Roethler; and nephews Kyler Adduci , Grayson Orban, and Ethan Hall.

Predeceased by his father, Wayne R. Roethler, his...

Mar 31, 2020

Armandina Gloria Reyna (nee Rodriguez)

July 25, 1932 – March 31, 2020 God sent his Angels to collect our beautiful and amazing mother. Until we see you again, we will miss your presence, unconditional love, kindness, generosity, thoughtfulness, sense of humor, laughter, inspiration and determination.

We know you led a wonderful life and we will celebrate you and...

Mar 19, 2020

A complete obituary is pending.

Feb 27, 2020

 

Guadalupe “Lupe” Vasquez

February 27, 1952-February 27, 2020 (age 68)

Guadalupe departed this life on her 68th birthday with her loving family by her side. 

Guadalupe was born and raised in East Chicago, IN.  She attended Washington High School.  She was a devoted mother and grandmother.  She had a big heart and giving spirit.  Not only did she raise...

Feb 2, 2020

Anna passed away peacefully Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Rittenhouse Health Care in Portage.

A private cremation will take place Thursday, February 6, 2020.

May God grant her eternal rest.

Jan 28, 2020

Antonio passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at University of Illinois Health, Chicago with his loving family by his side.

A visitation will be held Friday, January 31, 2020 from 9:00 am to 12 pm. at Acevez Funeral Home,

and a service at 11am with Pastor Jose Valle officiating.

A burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Hammond

Jan 8, 2020

Arnaldo passed away tragically, Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at Christ Advocate Hospital, Chicago, IL.

He is survived by his son Arnaldo Rodriguez. Grandchildren are Niko, Selina, and Alize Rodriguez.

Great grand children include Ja'Noel and Ace Rodriguez.

Sisters are Maria de los Angeles Rodriguez, Migdalia Rodriguez and Luz Rodriguez.

Brothers are Elis and Edwin Rodriguez.

A Memorial Gathering will be held...

Jan 5, 2020

Jan 3, 2020

Marian Goral April 1, 1923 - January 3, 2020

A decorated veteran, Marian, like many other members of the Greatest Generation was proudest of his military service in WWII. Born in Poland, into a family of 12, Marian was a teenager when he and his siblings were arrested during the Soviet invasion of Poland.

They were forcibly deported into...

Dec 29, 2019

Samuel Perez, age 84 of Valparaiso, Indiana, formerly of East Chicago, IN., passed away peacefully on December 29, 2019.

He is survived by his loving children Michael (Monica) Perez, Tina Perez (Brian Gabel), grandchildren Amanda and Bella, brothers Frank and Joaquin Perez, sister Mary Fernandez, many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends, most notably, nephew Danny Perez. 

Sam was preceded...

Dec 25, 2019

Steven R. Alamillo Munster, Indiana Steven Rene Alamillo age 54 of Munster, IN. passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at Community Hospital Munster with his loving family at his side.

Born in East Chicago, IN. to Rene and Norma (nee Garnett) Alamillo his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years Laura Alamillo.

His children...