Obituary

Timothy Compton, 65, of Hobart, IN passed away on March 23, 2020. He is survived by his sons: Jeremy (Jennifer) Compton, Adam Kyle Compton, and Andrew Damon, Grandchildren: Zackery Compton, Anastasia Compton, in addition to 10 more grandchildren, and Brother: Mike (Kathy) Compton. Preceded in death by his parents: William and Catherine Compton, and his Sister: Connie Compton. Timothy will be remembered as a sports buff, particularly baseball and NASCAR. A family memorial service will be conducted at a later date.

Diana Hardy, age 64, of Hammond, IN, formerly of Hobart, IN, passed away on March 22, 2020. She is survived by her daughter: Jennifer (Michael) Andrews, Brothers: Ronald Vavercan, Thomas Vavercan, Joseph Vavercan, and Scott (Mindy) Vavercan, Grandchildren: Brittany, Sarah and Benjamin, Nieces and Nephews: Ronald Jr., Veronica, Emily, Tyler and Katie. Preceded in death by her parents: Peter and Loretta Vavercan, and her nephew: Peter Vavercan. Diana valued the friendships she made along the way when she was a former bartender. She enjoyed crafting, spending time with her grandkids

Susan Paulette Fries (nee Vlcek), 58, of Michigan City, Indiana died peacefully at her home on March 22, 2020. She was born October 29, 1961 in Cicero, Illinois. She served in the National Guard. Susan is survived by her husband: William Fries, Children: Robby (Katie), Rebekah (James), Richard (Julie), Stepchildren: Mandy (Bobby), Michael, 8 Grandchildren, and her Mother: Delores Delude. She is preceded in death by her Father: Dennis Delude. There will be a private celebration of life in Susan's honor, amongst her close immediate family.

Arlene Burdick, 68, of South Chicago Heights, IL, passed away on March 19, 2020. She is survived by her children: Joseph (Tina) Burdick of Schererville, IN and Virginia (Steve) Dorsey of Tiffin, OH, Grandchildren: Joseph Burdick of Lansing, IL, Maren Hufnagl of Schererville, IN, Anthony Burdick of Manteno, IL, Giovanni Dorsey of Tiffin, OH, and Mia Dorsey of Tiffin, OH, Great Grandchildren: Aiden Cook, Eli Burdick, and Aurora Burdick. Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Virginia Silvestri, and her husband, Harold Burdick Jr. Arlene enjoyed Bingo, going to

Jeff's life began on May 27, 1952 in Hammond, Indiana as the son of Don and Millie DeArmond, with siblings Linda and Don. Jeff married the love of his life, Gayla Lewis on August 1, 1981. They’ve spent the past 40 years loving, laughing and dancing their way through life together. His legacy will live on through their only son, Jeff DeArmond. He was adored by his Daughter-in-law Kate, and his Grandchildren Grace and Beckham. He worked at Amoco/BP for 35 years, but all that were lucky enough to have

Judy Davis, 78, of Cedar Lake, IN, formerly of Crete, IL passed away on March 9, 2020. She is survived by her husband of 59 years: Eugene Davis, Children: Becky (Brad) West, Kris Davis, and Jeff (Lisa) Davis, Grandchildren: Elyse West, Caitlyn (Glen) Runia, and Chelsea Davis, Sister: Lynn (Myron) Adams, Nephew: Rick (Angela) Adams, and Niece: Suzanne Adams. Judy will be remembered for her love of gardening and quilting.