Sauk Village man was loving, friendly

Darrell Ramos was a friendly person who always helped others, said his wife, Dianna Ramos.

Teacher Janet Hetterscheidt and Times Columnist Philip Potempa in June 2001

Times Columnist Philip Potempa with teacher Janet Hetterscheidt, following his return to North Judson-San Pierre High School to serve as commencement speaker in June 2001.

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C.P. man raised, raced horses

Funeral services were held April 16 at Rees Funeral Home, Winfield Chapel in Crown Point, with interment at Graceland Cemetery in Valparaiso.

Former Hammond woman was devoted to family

Rita Pecher left her children a legacy of faith and love of learning, daughter Debbie Rohling said.

WWII veteran loved his family

World War II veteran Michael Patrick O’Reilly Sr. was a great listener who loved his family, his grandson Charles Williams said.

Valpo man was excellent gardener

Robert Neeley was a simple man who loved his family and enjoyed giving to others, his family members said.

Valpo woman was nurturing, caring

Geneva Smith was a natural caregiver who helped her mother raise her siblings, raised her own children and worked as a nurse, said her daughter, Mary Kauffman.

Tribute Robert Neeley

Services for Robert Neeley were May 2 at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel. Entombment was in Graceland Cemetery Mausoleum, Valparaiso.

Valpo woman was avid artist

Marlies Glickauf was a welcoming hostess, a passionate traveler, and an avid artist, said her daughter, Annette Sleek.

Valpo woman was nurturing, caring

Services for Geneva Smith were April 30 at Moeller Funeral Home. Burial was in Graceland Cemetery.

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Former Griffith man was public servant

The only thing Ray Durbin loved more than serving the public was being with his family.

Portage woman was strong, kind

Beatrice Patterson was a kind, generous woman who was always willing to help others, her children said.

Valpo man touched many lives

Steven Weber had a fantastic sense of humor and could find something to laugh about in every situation he faced, said his wife, Dr. Deni Weber.

Valpo man known for sense of humor

Wendell Ahlbrand was always quick with a smile and never knew a stranger, said his wife, Diana Ahlbrand.

Valpo man touched many lives

Services for Steven Weber were April 29 at Liberty Bible Church, Chesterton. Burial was in Angelcrest Cemetery. Moeller Funeral Home, Valparaiso, handled arrangements.