Obituary

Kristie Rae Eck-Elliott "Kris" age 55, of Hobart passed away on September 12th, 2024 peacefully in her home. She was a Christmas miracle, born on December 25th, 1968 in Gary, IN. She graduated from Hebron High School in 1987 and graduated from Ball State University with a degree in sales and marketing. Kristie was a mom, a gigi, a daughter, a sister, an aunt, a cousin, a niece, a wife, and a best friend. If you asked her what she was most proud of, it would be her kids and

Leonard Kaye, 78, of Gary, IN, formerly of Plainfield, IL, passed away on September 3, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 21 years; Stacy Kaye, children; Cynthia Gies, Jeff (Wendy) Kaye and Jerald Kaye, grandchildren; Lindsey, Matthew, Tyler and Lyla, and sister-in-law; Patricia Konn. Leonard was preceded in death by his parents; Leonard Konieczny and Helen Eckert, and brother; Lawrence Konn.

Beloved husband, brother, father, uncle, and grandfather Ames William Martin Sr. went to be with his Lord on Monday, September 2nd, 2024. He leaves behind his bride of 43 years, Sherry Lee (whom he loved with his whole soul); six children, Maria (Trevor) Woodworth, Elizabeth (Ali) Khadem, Abigail (Brad) Mitzelfelt, Ames Martin Jr., Josiah Martin, and Ian Martin; nine grandchildren, Mia, Silas, Liam, Everett, Esther, Jesse, Julius, Clayton, and David;  two sisters, Jaime (George) Stein and Regina (Lloyd) Bohl;  two brothers, James (Donna) Martin and Shaun (Robin) Martin; many beloved