Obituary

Dennis R. Wingard was 54 but would tell you he was 25. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, concerts, sports, hanging out with friends, and having a "good time." He was an avid Notre Dame, Cubs and Bears fan. He loved music and dancing. Dennis believed you have to work hard to play hard. Some of his past careers were water blasting, general contracting and a union painter. He was a loyal husband, sibling and friend. In anyone's time of need, he would assist, regardless if he knew what he was doing

Richard A Kinney, 73, of Michigan City, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2020 after his battle with cancer.  Richard is survived by his wife, Frances Kinney (nee Santos); three daughters, Abigail Kinney, Aimee Kinney Koerner, and Brooke Kinney; step-son, Jarvis Santos; grandchildren, Ian Green, Stephanie Green, Austin (Kristina) Koerner, Logan Koerner, Anthony Bolin, Connor Chmielnicki, and Carter Bolin; great-grandchildren, Thomas Koerner, Bryan Vaughn, and Aurora Vaughn; sister, Beatrice (Ray) Hageman; brother, Steve (Janet) Kinney; and several nieces and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by his mother, Delores J Kinney

Samuel Miller, age 55, passed away August 13, 2020. He is survived by his beloved companion for over 30 years and wife of 13 years; Karen Miller, Children: Justin (Meghan) Miller, Brandon (Sarah) Miller, Jonathan Murchek, Samantha Miller, James Miller, and Michael (Kim) Henrikson, Grandchildren: Scarlet, Christina, Shane, Jake, Gavyn, and Zayne, Father: James Miller, Siblings: Richard (Kyla) Miller, and David (Nikki) Miller. Preceded in death by his Mother, Juanita Miller, and his beloved dog Scooby. Samuel was an avid fisherman who formerly enjoyed detailing cars. He loved the Chicago

Tim Kleber, age 71, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his family on August 7, 2020. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Christine Kleber, Children: Tim Kleber Jr., and Mandy (Tim) Holt, Grandchildren: Jasmine Anderson, Timothy Kleber III, Ruby Kleber, Abigail Kleber, Gabriella Holt and Easton Holt. Preceded in death by his parents William and Eileen Kleber. Tim was the kind of person that once you met him, you'd never forget him! He was a proud Army veteran, and had a passion for old

Ron Mertz, age 62, of Lowell, IN passed away peacefully on July 31, 2020. He is survived by his Wife: Mary Mertz, Son: Josh (Chloe) Mertz, Daughters: Stefany Bach and Jessica (Chris) Penquite, Grandchildren: Ashley, Nicholas, and Linken, Great Grandson: Maddox, Sisters: Cherie Hanson, Kay (Peter) Tavana, Joan (Phil) Orsi, and Audra (Todd) Marzke, and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his Parents: Ronald Mertz Sr. and Ruth Opyt, Brother: Gregg Mertz, and Brother-in-law: Chuck Hanson. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ron's honor to