All Obituaries

Susan Lynn Mendez (Gombos)  was Born and raised in East Chicago Indiana. She is proceeded in death by her sisters Kathleen  And Virginia  Gombos and her daughter Taunya Lawley! She lives on through her Husband Pablo Mendez and her Son Luis Mendez and Daughter Amora Mendez and her 10 Grandchildren!  She was a loving caring beautiful strong woman who worked hard  and took care of her family. 

Peggy Joyce Berry aka "Peggy Sue", age 74, of Gary, Indiana, passed away on February 20, 2021.  Peggy was the life of the party !  She never met a stranger.  She loved to dance and have fun with her friends and family.   Peggy is preceded in death by her parents, James Walter Moss and Rosie Mae Moss; her daughter, Karan Sue Berry, and her grandson, Steven Good II, her siblings, Helen (Wayne) Taylor, Roland (Gladys) Moss, Harlan (Stella) Moss, James Moss,...

On Thursday, February, 18, 2021, Luis "Pipo" Perez, loving husband of Josephine Perez and father of five children, passed away at the age of 81. Pipo, as he was affectionately known by relatives and friends, was born on June 9, 1939, in Lares, Puerto Rico to Luis and Quinita (Gonzalez) Perez.  Raised in Puerto Rico, Pipo left for the United States in 1959.  After meeting his beautiful future wife, Josephine Lugo.  They married on March 17, 1962 and from this union...

KeShawn Larron Mayo, Jr. age 6, was born to Briana Johnson and KeShawn Sr. in Merrillville, Indiana.  He is survived by his parents; brother, Karter Thomas; maternal grandmother (Nannie) Dorothy Johnson, grandfather, Delvon Kelly; great-grandmother, Wanda Coleman; paternal grandmother, Wuannetta Person; uncles, Steven (Leasha) Williamson, Gregory and Brennan Goode, Kenzel and Kerrie; aunts, Danyelle Johnson, Ciera, Kendia and KeKe.  Preceded in death by great-grandfather, Kenneth...

Hydee (Aidee) Gonzalez, 64, of Dyer, IN. passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2021.  Hydee was born in East Chicago, IN, and preceded in death by parents Rafael and Julia Gonzalez.  She was one of six siblings.  Our hearts are heavy with great sorrow of her loss.  Hydee was born with her heavenly wings.  She lived a life free from sin and amazing strength that endured the challenges she faced due to her special needs.  Hydee loved God and gospel music.  Hydee...

Mr. Donny R. Lott passed away on January 27, 2021.  He was a veteran of The United States Marine Corp.  Military burial at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois.  Due to Covi-19, services for Mr. Lott will be private per family request.  The family solicits your continued prayers.  God bless the Lott families.

DeVonne Lewis, age 88, of Merrillville, IN., went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 24, 2021.  DeVonne was born and raised in the Lafayette, IN. area.  He was a resident of Merrillville, Indiana for 48 years.  DeVonne was an Army veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict.  He earned his Bachelor of Theology degree from Indiana Baptist College, Indianapolis, Indiana.  DeVonne worked as a brick-layer for over 40 years and was an active member of the...

Mrs. Juanita Nunez, age 95, passed away on January 22, 2021, with loving and devoted family by her side.  Due to Covid-19 restrictions services for Mrs. Nunez will be PRIVATE ! The family asks that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.  The Nunez family will celebrate the life and legacy of Mrs. Nunez later in the year.  In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Hospice Of The Calumet Area in her memory.  God bless...

Mr. Gerardo Xavier Ortiz, Sr., was born to Rudolph and Julia Ortiz, on March 24, 1960, in East Chicago, Indiana.  Jerry married the love of his life, Martha Perez 34 years ago and to the union were blessed with three beautiful children. He leaves to cherish his memory: loving and devoted wife, Martha Ortiz; three loving children, Dr. Gerardo X., Jr., David and Melanie Ortiz; four loving brothers, Arty (Eva), Rudolph "Buster" (LuAnn), Eddie (Rhonda), and Ray Ortiz; two...

Rafael Cortes, 75, of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away Friday, January 8, 2021.  He was born in Utuado, Puerto Rico to Manuel and Angela (Gonzales) Cortes on June 30, 1945.  On August 4, 1973 he married the love of his life, Beatriz Vega-Cortes.  In addition to his wife, he leaves two children to cherish his memories; Rafael “Juni” Cortes, Jr., and Aidaleen Cortes; four grandchildren, Deja Kerns, Ivelisse Cruz, Anjalise Rivas, Daniel A. Rivas, Jr. and grand...