Burns Funeral Home

Burns Funeral Home Burns Funeral Home & Crematory is a family owned and operated business, serving families in Northwest Indiana since 1908.

Joyce passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving children.Joyce was a sweet and beautiful sou...
02/20/2026

Joyce passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving children.
Joyce was a sweet and beautiful soul whose kindness, grace, and gentle spirit touched everyone who knew her. She was a devoted mother and the heart of her family. Her love was heartfelt and unconditional, and...

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David J. Grabczak, age 75, of Hobart, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, six days shy of his 76th bir...
02/18/2026

David J. Grabczak, age 75, of Hobart, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, six days shy of his 76th birthday. He was a devoted father, partner, grandfather, uncle, and friend to countless people in our community.
David was known around the region as the “HVAC Guy” and “The Nicest...

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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” W. Mattson, cherished husband, father, grandfather, ...
02/17/2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” W. Mattson, cherished husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, who died on February 2, 2026, at the age of 82.

Bob’s career was defined by a strong work ethic, and a remarkable rise from humble beginnings. Starting in...

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Lori Lyn Knoche (McMahan), age 52, of Valparaiso, Indiana, passed away peacefully after an extraordinary and courageous ...
02/17/2026

Lori Lyn Knoche (McMahan), age 52, of Valparaiso, Indiana, passed away peacefully after an extraordinary and courageous battle with re**al mucosal melanoma.
Born in Valparaiso, Indiana, Lori lived a life defined by strength, compassion, and a vibrant, larger-than-life personality. For 32 years,...

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Tracy L. Frye, age 65, of Kouts, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on February 12, 2026.Tracy was...
02/16/2026

Tracy L. Frye, age 65, of Kouts, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on February 12, 2026.

Tracy was a devoted mother, proud grandmother, cherished sister, and loyal friend to many. She was born on April 27, 1960, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. She later made her home in...

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Susan Alva Clavier, age 77, passed away surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. Born on February 28, 1948—or, ...
02/16/2026

Susan Alva Clavier, age 77, passed away surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. Born on February 28, 1948—or, as she proudly reminded everyone, a leap-year baby—Susan loved to joke that she was “19 going on 20,” forever younger than all her children. Her sense of humor and lighthearted...

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Gavin Edward Riddle, age 60, of Gary, IN, died at home on Friday, February 13, 2026—leaving behind a garage full of stuf...
02/16/2026

Gavin Edward Riddle, age 60, of Gary, IN, died at home on Friday, February 13, 2026—leaving behind a garage full of stuff his family is only beginning to understand. If you’re in need of vintage car parts or a well-worn concert T-shirt, please observe an appropriate period of mourning before...

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of James (Jim) Booker, 88, of Hobart, Indiana. He passed away peace...
02/16/2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of James (Jim) Booker, 88, of Hobart, Indiana. He passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026. Jim was born in Crittenden County, KY.
Survivors include his son, Randy Booker of Naples, FL; daughter, Victoria Russo of Hoffman Estates, IL; and...

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Nicole (Niki) M. (Zarowny) Janovsky, age 50, of Demotte, formerly of Hammond, Indiana, passed away suddenly on February ...
02/15/2026

Nicole (Niki) M. (Zarowny) Janovsky, age 50, of Demotte, formerly of Hammond, Indiana, passed away suddenly on February 12, 2026.

She is survived by her husband of seventeen years, Chris; son Preston; mother, Marilyn Zarowny; sister, Tiffany Zarowny; and lifelong friend Jennifer (Joe) Lucas....

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Dennis B. Leonard, age 73, of Hobart, passed away at home surrounded by his family on February 13, 2026. Dennis was incr...
02/14/2026

Dennis B. Leonard, age 73, of Hobart, passed away at home surrounded by his family on February 13, 2026. Dennis was incredibly blessed and loved. Dennis was born in Gary on November 19, 1952. He met the love of his life, Camille (Kim Thomas) in high school, and they were married for 51 incredible...

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Mary E. Bradford (née Andrews), a beloved sister, aunt, and native resident of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away peacef...
02/13/2026

Mary E. Bradford (née Andrews), a beloved sister, aunt, and native resident of East Chicago, Indiana, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, at the age of 89.

Mary was a graduate of Washington High School and attended Purdue University. She began her working life as a teenager at Dairy...

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Frederick Pittman, age 64, of Merrillville, IN passed away on February 8, 2026. He was born in Valparaiso, Indiana on J...
02/12/2026

Frederick Pittman, age 64, of Merrillville, IN passed away on February 8, 2026. He was born in Valparaiso, Indiana on July 16, 1961. Fred received his bachelor’s degree from Purdue Calumet in Hammond, Indiana. He was an elementary teacher and loved teaching elementary kids. Before teaching he...

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