All Obituaries

Margarita Godinez, née Fernandez, age 63, of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away on March 6, 2026, in Michoacán, Mexico. One of nine children, Margarita was born and raised in Michoacán, Mexico. She married Francisco Godinez, who would become her husband of 47 years. Together they built a life dividing their time between Indiana and Michoacán while raising their children and providing them with the best opportunities possible. Margarita had a deep appreciation ...

Judy “Gogo” Goins, age 73, of Chesterton, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at home.  Judy is survived by husband of 54 years, Doyle Goins; 2 daughters:  Tyonia Blankman and Regina (Mike) Glover; 7 grandchildren: Sarah (Brandon) Morariu, Chadwick Blankman, Cody Blankman, Zachary (Miranda) Bratcher, Ashley Blankman, Bentley Glover, and Grayson Glover; 8 great grandchildren: Aiden Morariu, Monica Blankman, Benjamin Morariu, Everly Blankman, Miles Morariu, ...

Timothy “Timmy” Gerard Garcia, age 49, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026.  Timothy is survived by his mother, Antonia (nee Garcia) Sena; father, Gary Sena; 2 sisters: Sarah Sena and Amber Enos; 2 brothers: Jordan Sena and George Garcia; special niece, Cadence “Misty” Heart Sena; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  Preceded in death birth father, Timothy Goyette; sister, Robin Elaine Goyette; and grandmother, Antonia ...

Kenneth “Kenny G” Espinosa, age 55, of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026.  Kenny is survived by mother, Norma Espinosa Moreno; and raised 4 beautiful children with Angelita Torres:  Kenneth Espinosa, Jr., Alyssa (Angelica) Espinosa, Anthony (Mercedes) Torres, and Jacqueline Espinosa; 8 grandchildren:  Jacob, Justin, Jaden, Julian, Anthony, Ayden, Londan, and Lillian; 3 siblings:  Jacqueline Espinosa Vargas, Manuel Moreno, and Jorge ...

Gary, IN –  Eva (Quintanilla) Paz Ortiz, a woman of unwavering faith and the beloved heart of her family, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026 at the age of 92.  A lifelong, devout Catholic, Eva  lived her life as a testament to the teachings of the Church. Her rosary was never far from her hand, and her trust in God provided her with immense strength as she navigated the journey of a long and meaningful life. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Artie ...

Catalina (Garcia) Saucedo, age 84 of East Chicago, IN passed away Friday, February 27, 2026 at home.  She is survived by 5 children: Annabel Shore, Antonio Saucedo Jr., Arturo (Erlinda) Saucedo, Armando Saucedo, and Adriana (Joseph) Robles; 6 grandchildren: Glen Patrick Shore Jr., Alexandra (Leonel) Reyes, Sabrina Saucedo, Carlos Castillo, Alejandro Castillo, and Ysabella Robles; 2 great grandchildren: Leonzo Reyes Saucedo and Emeterio Reyes Saucedo; sister in-law, Nancy (late Esteban) ...

Vanessa Cruz, age 45 of East Chicago, IN passed away Saturday, February 21, 2026 at home surrounded by her loving family. With deep sorrow but steadfast faith in God’s promise of eternal life, we celebrate the beautiful life of Vanessa Cruz, a devoted mother, cherished daughter, beloved sister, proud grandmother, and faithful woman of God Vanessa was known for her unforgettable laughter - warm, radiant, and contagious. Her joy filled rooms and lifted hearts. She had a gift for ...

Michael "Mikey" Keith Ryan, age 53, of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026.  Michael is survived by his wife of 33 years, Caribel (Garcia) Ryan; 3 children: Ernesto Salazar, Jordan (Ashley) Ryan and Edward Ryan; grandson, Liam Ryan; mother, Nancy (Vince) Menzyk; brother, Shawn Ryan; sister, Jaime (Dave) Gryzb; niece, Rachel (Brad) Mattes; and nephew, Steven Ryan.  Preceded in death by his father, Michael T. Ryan; and grandmother, Dolores ...

Fernando Gerónimo Pérez, age 27 of Hammond, IN formerly of La Union,  Zacapa, Guatemala passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 at home.  He is survived by parents, Isaac Geronimo Ramirez and Esmeralda Perez; brother, Nolvis Bartolome Geronimo Perez; paternal grandparents, Mercedes Ramirez and Bartolome Geronimo; maternal grandfather, Abraham Perez, maternal aunts:  Luz Mercedes Perez, Irma Perez and Alicia Ramirez; paternal aunt, Martina Geronimo Ramirez; ...

Israel Angel Morales Hernandez, age 75 of East Chicago, IN passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026.  (Complete obituary to follow soon). Private cremation services were provided by FIFE FUNERAL HOME, 4201 Indianapolis Blvd., East Chicago, IN. To share an online condolence, logon to www.fifefuneralhome.com