Obituary

Max “Bup” G. Gill, Jr. A much-loved husband, father, son and brother, Max Gene Gill, Jr., 58, of Portage, Indiana passed away peacefully on November 29, 2019. He had bravely confronted Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. He was born December 14, 1960 in Gary, Indiana, and resided in Portage, Indiana for the past 13 years. He graduated from Merrillville High School in 1979 and went on to play football at Northern Illinois University, recently being honored as one of the top 50 Huskie football players

Raymond Long, 65, of Hobart, IN passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 24, 2019. He is survived by his children; Theresa Long-Krepela, Raymond Timothy Long, Mary Reyes, and Kimberly Powell, siblings; Ray Long, Paula Long and George Long. Preceded in death by parents; Paul and Ethel Long and siblings; Sandra Long and Ronnie Williams. A public visitation will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, November 29, 2019 at First Church of the Nazarene, 9330 Kennedy Ave., Highland, IN, service at 11:00 am, and a luncheon immediately to follow at the

Edith Kadisak-Osburn, 90, of Crown Point, IN passed away on November 23, 2019. She is survived by her Children; Roger (Celeste) Kadisak, Rella (Felix) Harvey, Russell (Lisa) Kadisak, Randy (Lyn) Kadisak, Rita Landers, and Ray (Terri) Kadisak, numerous Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren, and Siblings; Robert Rose and Nolan Rose. Edith pursued her Doctorate degree, to become a college professor and social worker, and thoroughly enjoyed her profession. A private family gathering will be held at a future date.

Michael R. Walt Jr., age 64, of LaPorte, IN passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2019. He is survived by his Daughter; Kristin Nunez, Grandchildren; Kaylee Kuta, Audrianna Nunez, Gabriella Nunez, Abigail Kuta, and Karter Kuta, Sisters; Beverly (Nate) Perry, Barb (Dennis) Ladewski, numerous Nieces and Nephews, close friends; Helen Campbell and Scott Morton. Preceded in death by his parents; Michael Walt Sr. and Josephine Walt (nee Casto). Michael enjoyed going to the racetrack, spending time with family and friends, and working on cars. A private service, to be announced

Joseph G. Koranek (Joe), of Crown Point, Indiana, passed away November 17 at the age of 39.  Joe was born in Winfield, Illinois on July 8, 1980.  He was a graduate of Purdue University Calumet and worked in finance for 18 years at Centier Bank.  Joe enjoyed running and spending his days off with his son; going to lunch and the park.   Joe is preceded in death by his father and mother (George and Christine Koranek).  Joe is survived by his wife, Emily Koranek (nee Waggoner); his son, Harrison