Obituary

Robert L. Ackerman, 76, of Lansing, IL formerly of Hammond, IN passed away due to a short term illness, while surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. He is survived by his children; Michael (Kim) Ackerman, Robert (Kim) Ackerman, Brian Ackerman and Sarah (Alan) Matthews, grandchildren; Maddy, Kaitlyn, Khloe, Brandon, Amanda, Alan Michael, Justin, Emma, and Ethan, great grandchildren; Mateo, Israel, Elijah, Noelani, Easton and Izzy, sister; Sandy "Leib" Faulkner, niece; Tammy (Jason) Corzan, great nieces; Alicia Haskins, Astaria Haskins and Tiffani Burney, and his dogs who

Edward Scott Crundwell (1938-2023) Edward (Ed) Scott Crundwell (85) from Portage, Indiana died in peace with God in Demotte, Indiana September 26, 2023 after a long illness. He was born in Gary, Indiana to Louis and Mamie Crundwell in 1938.  He leaves behind his daughter Julia (Matt), son Guy (Hope), and four grandchildren Chloe Matuga, Hugh Crundwell (Savannah), Aidan Matuga, and Nigel Crundwell.  He also leaves behind his family in Christ, the Piekarski family (Eddie, Talli, Bella, and E.J.), and numerous friends and loved ones. He was a veteran of

Peggy Crocker, 66, of Schneider, IN passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023 with her family close by her side. She is survived by her Husband of 42 years; Jim Crocker, her Children; Jimmy (Samantha) Crocker, Jenny (Robert Jr.) Chandler, Jeremy (Anna) Crocker, Jamy (Mike) Baer, Grandchildren; Trey, Jack, Owen, Ada, and Siblings; Neal Beier, Carol Belshaw, Cristy Stavros, David Beier and Lori Beier. Preceded in death by her parents; Dean and Betty Beier, Siblings; Bill Beier, Gary Beier, Mark Beier and her beloved Grandma Gubby, whom she had a

Jerry L. Staff was born May 28th, 1936 and passed at home on September 19th, 2023. Jerry was a Navy Veteran and a hard working millwright. He was such a family man and he always made sure everyone was taken care of and well loved. Jerry is survived by his children; Helen Richards (Bo), Charity Staff, Tarri Sherrick (Jim), Jerry Staff (Beth), and Crystal Wasowicz (Thomas), along with multiple grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jerry was preceded in death by his beloved wife Carolyn J. Staff and his grandson Shane D.

Eric Root, 51, of Gary, IN formerly of Hammond, IN passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 17, 2023. Preceded in death by his Parents; David and Shirley Root, Uncle Phil Arnold and Fiance Heather Fouts. He is survived by his Son; Brandon (Jazlyn) Root, Grandson; Hudson Root and Siblings; Joanne (James) Rinella and Teresa (Mike) Tamme. In observance of Eric's wishes, there will be no services prior to, or following the private cremation.

Terrill G. Alyea April 16, 1944 – September 15, 2023 Terry Alyea, age 79 of Sauk Village, IL passed away unexpectedly but peacefully of natural causes Friday, September 15, 2023. Preceded in death by his wife Diane (Broholm). He is survived by his brother Richard Alyea (Kimberly) and sister Loretta (Bonnie)Taylor; his 2 daughters Terri Alyea & Christy Alyea. Best Papa in the world to Elijah, Avery, Blaine & Isabella (a.k.a. Dinkyboops) He was born on April 16, 1944 in Hammond, Indiana to the late Russell B. and Anne M.