Burns Funeral Home

02/05/2026

James Franklin Escott, Jr, age 88 of Merrillville, formerly of Gary, IN., passed away January 28,2026. He was born in Gary and a graduate of Lew Wallace High School. Jim was a U.S. Army Veteran. Jim retired from U.S. Steel Gary Works, after 39 years of service, from 1961- 2000. He loved...

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02/05/2026

Bill Kennelly, 58, passed away on February 3, 2026, at 7:39 a.m., leaving this world the same way he lived—on his own terms, with Black Sabbath playing and family by his side.
Bill was born to Jeanette (Broadhurst) and John Curtis Kennelly and grew up alongside his sister, Ruthie (Kennelly)...

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02/05/2026

Mildred “Millie” Piazza, age 90, of Lake Village, Indiana, formerly of Lowell, Indiana, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026. She was born on November 1, 1935, in Gary, Indiana.
Millie worked as an office secretary at AdCraft Printers in Merrillville, Indiana, where she met the love of her...

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02/04/2026

Craig Hutchens, age 65, of Hobart, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026.
He was born on September 6, 1960 in Gary, Indiana to Robert T. “Hutch” and Maxine Joan (nee Bercaw) Hutchens.
Craig is survived by siblings- Robert “Bobby Paul,” Mark (Carrie), Dean, David (Rhonda), Karen (Jim) Long,...

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02/03/2026

Donald Hughes, 91, of Lakes of the Four Seasons, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026. He was born on September 26, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois to his late mother, Martha and father, Robert Hughes, as one of five siblings. Donald attended Hearsh High School and later graduated from the...

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02/03/2026

Mitchell L. Sertic, 74, of Hebron, Indiana, passed away on January 31, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Mitch was born in Gary, Indiana, and was a proud graduate of Griffith High School and Purdue University. He went on to build a long and successful career as a...

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02/02/2026

Donna “Dee” Evans-Hein (Davitt), age 83, passed away on January 30, surrounded by her loving husband and family.
Born on February 8, 1942, in Cook County, Illinois, Dee grew up in Gary, Indiana, and was a proud 1960 graduate of Horace Mann High School. After graduating, she moved to Merrillville,...

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01/30/2026

Chris Ramirez passed away unexpectedly following a heart attack. His sudden passing is a profound loss to his family, friends, and the many communities he served.

Born on October 4, 1982, he was a brother, uncle, beloved son, and friend. He was known for his sarcastic wit and for the way he...

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01/28/2026

Lawrence L. Meseberg, age 78 of Crown Point, passed away January 15, 2026. He loved traveling and visiting different casinos. Lawrence was a United States Army Veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Margaret Meseberg; brother-in- law, Jack Kuna. Lawrence is survived by his...

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01/27/2026

Celebrating James Francis Burns as he reaches a 50 year milestone of being an Indiana Licensed Funeral Director.

We all thank you for your leadership and dedication! Here’s to 50 more!!!!

01/27/2026

Scott Kaech, a cherished son, beloved brother, loving husband, devoted father, caring uncle, and friend to many, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at the age of 39. Born on August 27, 1986, Scott’s life—though far too short—was defined by love, family, hard work, and living life without...

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01/27/2026

Jenny (Valle) Proto of Crown Point, Indiana left an indelible mark on the lives she touched before passing away on January 16, 2026, following a brave battle with cancer. Jenny's love for life never wavered.

Jenny was born on March 15, 1945, from Calumet City, IL. To Domenico & Giovonnina Valle...

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