All Obituaries

Gloria Galvan, age 74, of Highland, Indiana, passed away July 16, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. surrounded by her husband, son, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren by her side. She is survived by her husband George Galvan, children, Gwen and George Galvan, daughter-in-law, Cynthia, grandchildren, Eliot, Olivia, Morgan, Drake, and Xochitl that loved her dearly. Gloria was born in Laredo, Texas.  When she was 3 years old, her family moved to Indiana.  She attended East Chicago Washington High...

It is with unexpected sadness that Arturo (Art) Mendez, age 54, passed away July 14, 2021.  Survived by his wife: Paula Mendez, parents, Salomon and Celia Mendez; sisters, Juana Mendez and Elizabeth Gonzalez; brother-in-law, Roberto Gonzalez, who was like a brother to him; niece, Celia Seiser; nephews, Julian, Jeremy, and Janero Gonzalez; his fur babies, Licks and Mona.  Also, a host of aunts and cousins here in the United States and Mexico.   He was preceded to eternity...

It is with unexpected sadness that Arturo (Art) Mendez, age 54, passed away July 14, 2021.  Survived by his wife: Paula Mendez, Parents, Salomon and Celia Mendez; Sisters, Juana Mendez and Elizabeth Gonzalez; Brother-in-law, Roberto Gonzalez, who was like a brother to him; Niece, Celia Seiser; nephews, Julian, Jeremy, and Janero Gonzalez; his fur babies, Licks and Mona.  Also, a host of aunts and cousins here in the United States and Mexico.   He was preceded to eternity...

The life of our hero began on August 16, 1935, in Gary, Indiana.  His mother witnessed him scooting on the floor before he could walk and the lifelong nickname of "Scoota" was born. He was formally raised by his great-aunt Jannie and his great-uncle Floyd.  He spent many halcyon summers vacillating between the paved streets of Gary, IN. and the dirt roads of Louisiana.  His southern haunts would find him barefooted "gowan down the road a piece." by the way...

Shannon  A. A. Walker, affectionately called "Lady" or  Ms. Lady, age 55, gained her heavenly wings in the late evening of June 30, 2021, at Methodist Southlake Hospital. Lady joined eternity with her first born child, Christopher "Tuffy" Youngblood, Jr.;  mother, Johnnie M. McNeil; father, Lawrence Walker; father of children, Christopher Youngblood, Sr. and other beloved family. She was a life-long resident of Gary, Indiana, who accepted Christ at an...

Margie Marie Wooley was born on October 12, 1929, in Wilburton, Oklahoma to the union of James Utah Gray and Eardie Campbell Gray.  Margie made her transition on Thursday, June 24, 2021. Margie was united in matrimony to Herman Carl Wooley on August 12, 1947.  They were blessed with two beautiful children.  After sixty years of marriage, the Lord called Herman to his reward.  Margie was a very devoted wife and mother, and maintained a very pristine home.  She also...

Martha Martinez, age 89 of East Chicago, IN passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.  She is survived by her late husband, Fidel and her 9 children: Ricardo, Lidia, late Fidel, Jr., Rachael (Jesus), Juanita (Phillip), Alice (Ildefonso “Poncho”), Deborah, Susana (Luis), and late Angel; 25 grandchildren and 36 great grandchildren 2 great great grandchildren.  A private burial service was held and she was laid to rest at...

Marvil Timothy Johnson ( Moo-Moo) was born on October 20th, 1992 in Oak Lawn, IL. He was the son of Marvil and Tawana Johnson. The family relocated from Blue Island, IL to Merrillville, IN where he received his early education from Hosford Park Elementary and Lake Ridge Middle School. He later earned his diploma from Merrillville High school. From early on Marvil was a bubbly and friendly soul. His infectious smile warmed many hearts and definitely lit up any room that he was in. He was a...

Higinio “Kino” Gutierrez Martinez Sr. July 24, 1935 – May 20, 2021 EAST CHICAGO, INDIANA – Higinio “Kino” Gutierrez Martinez Sr., 85, originally of Doctor González, Nuevo León, Mexico, passed away May 20, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Andrade Martinez. He is survived by his five children Imelda Lydia Martinez, Norma Alicia Martinez, Higinio Martinez Jr., Rosa Anna (Eddie) Moncada, Mario Martinez, and numerous...

Sergio Roman 1938-2021   Schererville, IN- Sergio Roman (Campos), age 82, formerly of Chicago, IL, passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021, in Memphis, TN, close to family. Sergio is preceded in death by his parents and wife, Mary (Malena) Roman.  He is survived by four siblings, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.   He was born in Tacambaro, Michoacan, Mexico.  He was a silk screener and worked at several companies...