Obituary

Michael Allen Christensen Sr., age 52, died at home surrounded by family on November 14th, 2021 in Gary, Indiana. He was born on July 2nd, 1969 in East Chicago, Indiana to parents Robert and Pamela Christensen. Michael married his high school sweetheart, Loretta(Lori) Christensen, on May 15th, 1989 and had 4 children. He joined the Army on May 16th, 1989 and served his country in the 814th Engineer company where he spent time in Germany. He was an employee of United Steel Workers Union 1010 and was a crane operator at Cleveland

On Sunday, November 7, 2021, Catherine Theresa Terry gained her angel wings. Theresa was surrounded by loved ones, and passed away peacefully at home. Our mother, Theresa was one of the strongest woman to ever walk this earth, and our family was blessed to have her. She fought a tough 3 year battle with cancer, and never gave up. Theresa enjoyed playing cards, games on her tablet, and watching golden girls reruns. Most of all she enjoyed being a grandma. She will be missed dearly. Theresa is survived by her

Maria Almaraz Cadena passed away at the age of 91 on November 5th 2021 she is survived by her husband of 69 yrs; Luis R. Cadena, One sister Minerva A. Trevino, One daughter Irma Diaz (husband Benito Diaz JR.) and One son Hector Cadena; Three Grandchildren Lorena M. Diaz, Benito Diaz III, Sonia L. Diaz; Great Grandchildren Kathryn I. Diaz, Benito Diaz IV, Rafael E. Cruz, Lillian G. Cruz, Daniel A. Rosado and Gabriel S. Rosado and many nephews and nieces, Preceded in death by parents; Juan Almaraz and Tomasa Almaraz and

Randy Lee Crim passed away peacefully at home at the age of 77 on November 1, 2021 with his wife of 53 years, Susan (Steinke) Crim at his side. A follower of Jesus Christ, Randy was born on September 1, 1944 in Borden, Indiana. He was a graduate of Merrillville (Indiana) High School and had served in the Indiana Army National Guard in the Corps of Engineers. Randy retired from a 40+ year career as a self-employed hard-surface flooring and tile installer in 2005. His hobbies over the years had

Adele M. Van Cleef age 78 of Valparaiso, Indiana passed away October 28, 2021. She was born June 12, 1943 to the late Stanley and Jenny Cieliesz; Dear sister to Chester Cieliesz of  Las Vegas, Nevada. Adele worked for Nickels Bakery for over 25 yrs.  She was a member of St. Hedwig catholic church for years until she began to attend St. Teresa of Avila. Adele was a feisty, straight to the point and loving person. She loved having lunch with friends, going to the movies and spending time with

Joseph (affectionately known as Joe) Edward McClendon-Brough was born October 20, 1999. He departed this life on October 29, 2021.  Joe loved music and sports and showed great talent.  He played baseball from the tender age of four to the age of sixteen, and Miller Little League was Joe’s second family.  He is also remembered for his love of music, language and humor. Joe used singing, acting and poetry as beautiful ways to express himself and enjoyed reading books on a wide variety of subjects.  Joe attended Wirt-Emerson Visual and