Obituaries

It is with profound sadness that the family of Bennie Powell announce his passing on September 21, 2020 at the age of 69. Bennie was hardworking, strong, loving and gentle. He was a very traditional and simple man. He loved his family and was deeply devoted to his wife and three children.Family was of the utmost importance to him and as long as he was

Joe Jones passed away on September 22, 2020. He is survived by his daughter; Jenean White, son; Tracey Jones, sisters; Jimetta House, Linda Gibson, and brothers; Terry House and Carl House.

Mary Smar was called home on September 22, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anna and Nick Baran, three brothers, Nick Jr., John and Mike. Also preceded in death by her husband Joe and son Michael. Mary enjoyed her job at Illinois Bell, Indiana Bell, and later retired from Inland Steel as a PBX operator. Mary is survived by her three loving

Don Moore, 75 of Griffith, IN passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife (Diane) by his side Sept. 21, 2020. Don was born in Baltimore MD, June 21, 1945 to Ralph and Hazel Moore. Don was a Vietnam veteran and a mechanic at Inland Steel (Arcelor Mitral). He retired in 2016. He enjoyed riding his Harley and tinkering with anything mechanical. He married

Christopher Patai, 62, of Hammond, IN passed away on September 9, 2020. He was a big Chicago Bears and Blackhawks fan, and had a passion for fishing and photography. Christopher was preceded in death by his parents; Charles and Julia Patai, and brother; Chuck Patai. He is survived by his siblings; Tim Patai, Katherine Patai, Gina (Kevin) Rushing, and Maria Patai, nieces and nephews; Derek,

Carolyn May Wakeman (nee Shalley), age 92, passed away on September 9, 2020. She was born March 31, 1928 in Adel, Iowa. Carol grew up in Iowa and married Jack Wakeman June 19, 1954.They moved to Thornton, IL and raised their three daughters there. Carol was on the School Board and created and made the stained glass piece in the town library. After Jack retired