Obituary

In memory of Gerald D. Burns: Born May 25, 1956 and went home on January 14, 2021 to be with his heavenly father. He was a loving son, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend. He considered himself a Tracker; he knew every word to every Star Trek episode, and he could quote the Bible word for word.  The world will be a sadder place without his smile and laughter. He is loved and will be missed by many. Per his wishes, his ashes have been spread over Guntersville Lake, Alabama.

  Joan Laverne Palmer, age 76, passed suddenly on January 12, 2021 while surrounded by family.  She was born in Halls, Tennessee, and she lived in Hobart, Indiana for 55 years.   Joan loved people, especially children.  She drove a school bus for Hobart Township for over 30 years. Her favorite route was her special needs children from Hobart, Lake Station, and Crown Point.  Her students were very important to her and she was loved by all.  She also was a long-time recess aide at Meister Elementary.   She was known for

Penny "GG"( Schroeder)  Carter passed away on January 11,2021, surrounded by her somewhat dysfunctional family. Penny was born on November 9, 1946 in Michigan City, Indiana. She was the fourth of nine children. In 1966, while working as a secretary at the Indiana State Prison, she met her future husband. Don't worry, he was a guard, not a prisoner. After only three dates, they eloped and were married on December 31st.  Penny continued to live at home for six weeks before finally telling her parents. Contrary to what Penny's mother

Olive Irene Bales (nee Broomhead), 98, passed away January 8, 2021 surrounded by her  family. She was born on December 31, 1922 in Lansing IL to the late Joseph and Lillian (Drunecke) Broomhead. She married Raymond Bales and together they raised 2 children. She was a homemaker and an excellent cook. In her spare time, she enjoyed bowling and playing cards with her husband, friends and family. She also enjoyed drawing, dancing to big band music and gardening with her neighbor, Dot. She was number 7 of 12 children. The

Sandra Lee (Werth) Woods, age 68, of Cedar Lake, IN passed away early in the morning on January 1st, 2021. She was a beloved wife of Thomas W. Woods for a wonderful 51 years. Loving mother of Thomas Jr. (Dawn), Michael  (Lisa) and Jason (Jenny). Sandy was the proudest grandmother of Mikey (fiance Demi), Alyssa, Ashley, Owen and Nate. Sandy was an aunt to many nieces and nephews. She was an amazing daughter, mother, sister, aunt, and grandmother. She is also survived by her mother, Maxine M. DeSonia and sister Karen