Obituaries in Gary, IN

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It is with deep love and gratitude for a life well lived that we announce the passing of a devoted husband proud stepfather Army veteran and cherished friend. For over 50 wonderful years he was a loving and steadfast husband sharing a bond built on loyalty laughter and unwavering commitment. His mar...

Arthur Lewis left his earthly home for a peaceful eternity on Sunday February 82026. He was born in Oxford Mississippi on June 15 1938 and made his way with his family to Gary IN at the age of six. After graduating from Roosevelt High School in 1957 he spent a short stint in the Army and was honorab...

Judge Bourn Jr. was born on November 26 1936 in Magnolia Mississippi and entered eternal rest on January 31 2026. Judge Jr. lived a life marked by perseverance that was defined by dedication and a quiet strength guided by faith and a deep love for work family and friends. Judge Jr. received his educ...

Valerie Ann Williams 78 of Gary Indiana passed away peacefully on Friday February 13 2026. Valerie was born June 7 1947 to Annietta Louise and Josephus Wilson in Dayton Ohio. She became a Gary resident over 40 years ago and remained a proud resident of Gary until her passing. Valerie obtained her ba...

DeWayne Edward Rodgers lived a life full of laughter love and unforgettable energy. From his early days at Banneker all the way through Roosevelt High School DeWayne built friendships that would last a lifetime. He was a proud Panther playing football and bringing his heart to the field. Off the fie...

was born to the late Clem Varner and Adlena Borom Varner on September 2 1926 in Hurtsboro Alabama. Ludie went to be with the Lord on February 9 2026 at 1133 a.m. was a faithful member of Zion Missionary Baptist Church of East Chicago Indiana diligently attending the 730 am early morning service unti...

LeBirda Richmond was born on June 17 1938 in Hernando Mississippi to Archie Richmond and Cleo Chambers. She was the second of their two children and was lovingly raised by her stepfather Tom Nix whose guidance and presence played a significant role in shaping her life and the strong values she carri...

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Elder Henry F. Butler Jr. was born on September 21 1951 in Harlan County Kentucky to the union of Henry Butler Sr. and Sarah Jane Tuggle Butler. He was the fifth of thirteen children raised in a large closeknit family. Henry attended Calumet High School in Gary Indiana where he distinguished himself...

Michelle Rene Borom was born on November 4 1965 in St. Paul Minnesota to Phillip Borom and Ora Lee Patterson. Michelle was raised in Youngstown Ohio by her maternal Grandmother Mrs. Cora M Borom Gilbert. Michelle started her studies at Youngstown State University and shortly after decided to focus o...

Katherine "Kathy" Brewer was born on February 25 1941 to the late Willis and Leona Brothers. She was raised and educated in Chicago Illinois where she attended both high school and college. In May of 1967 Katherine married William "Bill" Brewer. Together they relocated to Gary Miller Indiana where t...