Rick A Kalemba of Cedar Lake, IN, September 13, 1959 – January 15, 2013

Posted on January 17, 2013 by burns

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Rick A. Kalemba, age 53, of Cedar Lake, IN, surrounded by his family went to be with his Lord on January 15, 2013 after a long battle with cancer. Rick was a Veteran of the U. S. Navy, and a member of American Legion Cedar Lake Post 261. He was a Plant Operator at the Bio Plant at Waste Management of Calumet City, IL with 32 years of service until his illness forced his retirement. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed all sports especially the Chicago Bears, the Cubs, and NASCAR. Family was most important to Rick as were his trips to Florida. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Joseph & Bernice Kalemba; Frank & Ann Perz; his father-in-law, Edward Szymoniak and brother-in-law, Eugene Szymoniak, and his best bud, Copper. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Theresa; his beloved daughters, Jennifer Kalemba of Belvidere, IL and Ashley Kalemba at home; his grandson, Hunter Allen Wittlock; parents, Leo & Josephine Ann Kalemba; brother, Leo Kalemba, Jr, of Delray Beach, FL; sister, Debra (Brent) Graff and niece, Heather Graff of Boynton Beach, FL; mother-in-law, Jeaneanne Szymoniak, sister-in-law, Gale (Robert) Paterson; brother-in-law, Edward Szymoniak; his faithful canine friend, Precious; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. It was Rick’s wishes that funeral services be private and there will be no visitation.

Burns Funeral Home, 10101 Broadway, Crown Point, IN in charge of arrangements.www.burnsfuneral.com

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Andrew A Pastor of Gary, IN, November 25, 1914 – January 15, 2013

Posted on January 16, 2013 by burns

Andrew A. “Chico” Pastor, age 98, of Miller, passed away on Tuesday, January 15, 2013. Andy was born in Gary and raised his family in Miller. He graduated from Froebel High School and was a dedicated employee of U. S. Steel for 43 years. He was looked upon as a dad and handyman to all within the neighborhood. He is a member of St. Mary of the Lake Church.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Lillian and grandson, Colin. He is survived by his children, Debbie Pastor, Bob (Kim) Pastor, Andrea (Michael) Cancelliere; grandchildren, Lindsay & Jordan Pastor; Catie & Kiley Arthur; great-grandson, Jacob Laurinaitis; and many loving cousins. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Burns Funeral Home, 10101 Broadway, Crown Point, IN. Rev. Thomas Mischler officiating. Service will terminate at the funeral home. Friends may visit with the family at Burns Funeral Home on Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. www.burnsfuneral.com

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Esther L. Tittle of Valparaiso, IN, June 11, 1917 – January 11, 2013

Posted on January 15, 2013 by burns

Esther L. Tittle, age 95, of Valparaiso, IN, formerly of Gary, Griffith, and Merrillville, passed away on January 11, 2013. Esther is survived by son, Robert (Nancy) Tittle, three grandchildren, Dina (Sean) Byvoets, Michael (Christy) Tittle, and Amy (Ryan) Harrington, and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, Robert James, brother, Everett Stewart, and sister, Fern Blank. Esther was retired from the Human Resources Dept. of Gainer Bank and formerly worked at Slicks Cleaners and Tittle Brothers Packing Co. She was a very active member of the First Congregational Church in Gary, IN and later, Peace United Church of Christ in Merrillville, IN, where she served as Treasurer, Financial Secretary, and was a member of the church council. Esther was a member of P.E.O., Gary Women’s Club, and various bridge groups. In addition, she volunteered at Contact Cares for over twenty-five years. She will remembered for her passion for travel, love of family and friends, and dedication to her church.

Funeral service will be held on Friday, January 18, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Peace United Church of Christ, 1001 W. 73^rd Ave., Merrillville, IN 46410. Pastor Joan Meier officiating. Interment at Calumet Park Cemetery in Merrillville. IN. Friends may visit with the family at the church on Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (time of service). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Peace United Church of Christ. www.burnsfuneral.com

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Anne M. Schwab of Crown Point, Indiana, February 29, 1924 – January 14, 2013

Posted on January 15, 2013 by burns

Anne M. Schwab, age 88, of Crown Point, IN, passed away on Monday, January 14, 2013. Anna enjoyed the outdoors and most of all spending time with her grandchildren & great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick and son, Michael. She is survived by her children, Marie (Robert) Maravilla and Ronald Schwab; 3 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren.

Friends may visit with the family on Friday, January 18, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home, 10101 Broadway, Crown Point, IN. Funeral service will be held on Friday, January 18, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home. Rev. Joseph Vamos officiating. Service will terminate at the funeral home. www.burnsfuneral.com

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William Petrelli of Crown Point, Indiana, May 27, 1929 – January 12, 2013

Posted on January 15, 2013 by burns

William Petrelli, age 83, of Crown Point, passed away on Saturday, January 12, 2013.

William was a veteran of the Army Air Corp., former owner of Billy Bear’s Sports Bar and a member of Our Lady of Consolation Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Pierre Aprati and Odea Thise and his brother Ernie Petrelli.

William is survived by his wife Doryce, and sons, Joseph Liszczak and Derrick Liszczak; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held at 7:00 pm, Wednesday, January 16, 2013, Burns Funeral Home & Crematory, 10101 Broadway, Crown Point, IN. Friends may visit with William’s family on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.www.burnsfuneral.com

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Oscar Gardner of Flossmoor, IL, April 20, 1915 – January 14, 2013

Posted on January 14, 2013 by burns

Oscar Gardner of Flossmoor, IL, passed away on January 14, 2013 at 97 years old. He was preceded in death by his father Meyer, his mother Rose, his wife of 64 yrs Anita, and his brothers Henry, Leon, and Marshall. He is survived by son Garry (Judy) of Downers Grove, IL, son Donn (Barbara) of Frankfort, IL, son Rick (Colleen) of Austin, TX, grandchildren David (Laura), Amy, Mark (Jenaye), Scott, Joseph, Molly, great-grandchildren Joshua, Anne, MJ, and Madeleine, nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. He was born in Chicago, IL, grew up in Whiting, IN and lived many years in Gary, IN, where he and his wife were the owners and operators of the Blackstone Shop. Together they also owned a wholesale showroom at the Apparel Center in Chicago for 30 years. Oscar was a long time member of Temple Israel, in Gary, IN. He was loved by everyone who had the honor of knowing him.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 17, 2013 at 10 am at Burns Funeral Home, 10101 Broadway, Crown Point, IN with Rabbi Andrea Cosnowsky officiating. Interment at Temple Israel Cemetery, Portage, IN. Friends are invited to meet with the family at Burns Funeral Home on Wednesday from 5:00-8:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. burnsfuneral.com

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Oscae Gardner of Flossmoor, IL, April 20, 1915 – January 14, 2013

Posted on January 14, 2013 by burns

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Juanita Vega of Valparaiso, IN, January 1, 1929 – January 12, 2013

Posted on January 13, 2013 by burns

Juanita Vega, age 84, ofValparaiso, an area resident for over 50 years, passed away Saturday, January 12, 2013.

Juanita was a member of theLakeStationPentecostalChurch.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Tomas Vega, in 1993, her daughter, Martita Vega, and son Carlos Vega. She is survived by her daughter Elba Vega of Hobart; five grandchildren: Priscilla, James, Jose Carlos, Madeline, and Tony; five great-grandchildren, and her siblings inPuerto Rico.

Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, January 15, 2013, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Burns Funeral Home, 701 E. 7^th St.,Hobart. Prayer services will be held at 6:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the Burns Funeral Home. Interment will follow atCalumetParkCemetery,Merrillville,IN.

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Ida Yolanda Ortiz of Portage, IN, June 29, 1956 – January 12, 2013

Posted on January 13, 2013 by burns

Ida Yolanda Ortiz (nee Chabes) age 56 of Portage.

“Yet those who wait for the Lord will gain new strength; They will mount up with wings like eagles. They will run and not get tired, They will walk and not get weary.” – Isaiah 40:31. Surrounded by loved ones, Ida Yolanda Ortiz went home to Jesus on the morning of January 12, 2013 after a three year battle with ovarian cancer. There to greet her in Heaven was her son Pete “Day-Day” Chabes, father Eusevio Chabes, and brothers Guadalupe and Jesse Chabes. She is survived by her husband Federico Ortiz and leaves behind five beloved children: Angelica (Javier) Aguilera, April (Anthony)Santana,Victoria(Jose Luis) Gonzalez, Federico Ortiz, Jr. and Andrew Ortiz along with six grandchildren: Diego and Eusevio Aguilera, Lily-Ida and Jonathan Santana, and Gabriella and Julian Ortiz and mother Lillian Romero Chabes. Ida came from a large and loving family, her brothers and sisters were: Joseph (Carol) Chabes, Frank Chabes, Juanita Chabes, Rudy (Eileen) Chabes, Arthur “Duke” Chabes, Lonnie (Belinda) Chabes, Adeline (James) Vargas, Ricky Chabes and Carmen (Jerry) Regalado. She had many nephews and nieces she loved very much, some of whom she mothered and cared for during various times in their lives. If you needed help, she was the one to turn to.

A devoted Catholic woman, she was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church inLakeStationand worked for 11 years atBroadwayMethodistHospital. Always a beauty, she reigned as the Queen of the Mutualista in 1970. Ida lived life to the fullest. She enjoyed listening to Mexican music, dancing, cooking for loved ones, and the camaraderie of her family and friends. In her final days, Ida said that the greatest accomplishment in her life was her children. Ida will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Friends are invited to visit with the family on Monday, January 14, 2013, from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Burns Funeral Home, 701 E. 7^th Street,Hobart. Funeral services start at the Burns Funeral Home on Tuesday January 15, 2013 at 9:15 a.m. to St. Francis Xavier Church,2447 Putnam Street,LakeStation, for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Services will end at the church.

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Kathryn E Nichols of Hobart, IN, September 21, 1913 – January 12, 2013

Posted on January 13, 2013 by burns

Kathryn E. Nichols, age 99, ofHobart, formerly ofHenry,ILandLake Station,IN, passed away Saturday, January 12, 2013. Kathryn Was retired from U. S. Steel, with 50 years of service.

She is survived by great nieces and nephews: Karen (Al) Barrasas, Kathy (Dennis) Becker, Kim Coleman, Paula (Bill) Simon, Paul (Lynda) Coleman, Julie (son Tim) Tracy, Scott (Heather) Coleman, Greg (Janela) Coleman and numerous great-great and great-great-great nieces and nephews.

Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, January 15, 2013, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Burns Funeral Home, 701 E. 7^th Street, Hobart with funeral services following at 6:00 p.m.

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Rick A Kalemba of Cedar Lake, IN, September 13, 1959 – January 15, 2013

Andrew A Pastor of Gary, IN, November 25, 1914 – January 15, 2013

Esther L. Tittle of Valparaiso, IN, June 11, 1917 – January 11, 2013

Anne M. Schwab of Crown Point, Indiana, February 29, 1924 – January 14, 2013

William Petrelli of Crown Point, Indiana, May 27, 1929 – January 12, 2013

Oscar Gardner of Flossmoor, IL, April 20, 1915 – January 14, 2013

Oscae Gardner of Flossmoor, IL, April 20, 1915 – January 14, 2013

Juanita Vega of Valparaiso, IN, January 1, 1929 – January 12, 2013

Ida Yolanda Ortiz of Portage, IN, June 29, 1956 – January 12, 2013

Kathryn E Nichols of Hobart, IN, September 21, 1913 – January 12, 2013