All Obituaries

In Loving Memory of Elias Vega Elias Vega, 89, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a life filled with love, family, and cherished memories, as well as a legacy that will live on through the many lives he touched. Elias was the beloved husband of Guadalupe Vega, with whom he shared 66 years of marriage. Together, they built a family filled with love, strength, and generations of memories. He was a devoted and loving father to Laura (Jose) Betancourt, Eva (Albert) Cornejo, Froylan Vega, ...

CECILIA ANNE “CECE” CRUZ (NEE ROSADO) With great sorrow, the family of Cecilia Anne Cruz informs you of her passing on Aug. 10, 2026. She was 68 years old. She is survived by her husband, Eliezer Cruz, and son, Alejandro Francisco Cruz. She is also survived by her brothers, Francisco (Alma), Jose Vicente (Trina), and Patrick (Angie); her sisters, Elsa Valdez and Delia Maria Gallegos; brother- and sister-in-law, Otenel and Sara Cruz; and numerous nieces, nephews, and ...

Rebecca Castro Madrigal, age 84, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 30, 2026. Rebecca was born on March 15, 1942, in Humacao, Puerto Rico, to Juan and Juana Castro. She began her studies in nursing in Puerto Rico before relocating to Lorain, Ohio, where God would begin writing an even greater chapter of her life. There, she faithfully answered His calling as a missionary, dedicating herself to sharing the Gospel and teaching the Word of God. While in Lorain, Rebecca ...

Sergio “Chencho” Cardona, age 75 of East Chicago, IN passed away Monday, July 27, 2026 at home.  He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Ana Rosa “Honey” Cardona; 3 children: Sergio, Jr. (Claudia) Cardona, Daniel C. (Evelia Magaña) Cardona, and Maribel (Efren Gonzalez) Cardona; 7 grandchildren: Sergio, Alejandra, Maria F., Daniel, Luis E., Victoria “Vicky”, and Efren “Guero”; great grandchild, Angel; brothers, sisters, nieces and ...

Jesus Arredondo, age 98 of East Chicago, IN passed away Monday, July 27, 2026 at home.  He is survived by his wife, Maria S. (Rivas) Arredondo;  (Complete obituary to follow soon). A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 10:00 am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 3510 Deodar Street, East Chicago, IN with Rev. Julio Bedoya officiating.  Private cremation to follow.  Visitation at the FIFE FUNERAL HOME, 4201 Indianapolis Blvd., East Chicago, IN ...

Michael S. Oprisko, age 38 of Portage, IN passed away Saturday, July 26, 2026.  He was born June 7, 1988 at Methodist Hospital in Merrillville, IN.  Beloved father to his son, Apollo and daughter, Aya; also survived by his parents, Mark and Cheryl Ann (nee Heck) Oprisko; brother, Alexander "Alex" Oprisko and niece, Emma; sister, Elizabeth "Liz" Oprisko and nephew Theodore; Ex-wife, Katlyn Oprisko.  Michael loved his children Apollo and Aya, family, and late ...

Israel Martinez Joachin, age 32 of East Chicago, IN passed away Thursday, July 23, 2026 at home. (Complete obituary to follow soon). Funeral and Burial will be held in Yautepec, Morelos, Mexico. Israel was a butcher at Fuerte Meat Market in East Chicago, IN.  To share an online condolence, logon to www.fifefuneralhome.com

Johnanna “Annie” Scziglak (nee Matelski), age 65, of Whiting, Indiana, unexpectedly passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Annie was the devoted daughter of the late John and Carol Matelski; cherished wife of Frank Myrosznyczenko; loving mother of Joseph (late Karen) Scziglak and Jaclyn Tiemens (Steve Bradich); and proud grandmother of Dezeray and David Wells. She was the beloved sister of Gayla (Albert) Davis, the late Cheryl Matelski, John Matelski and Catheryn Matelski. ...

Gregoria "Mami Gollita" Favela Soto, age 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at her home surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on May 9, 1940, in Rancho de Favelas, Santiago Papasquiaro, Durango, Mexico. She was the beloved mother of Juanita Favela Barragan, Moisés Favela, Sofía Favela Aviles, Concepción Favela, Alejandro Favela, and her cherished son, Santiago Favela, with whom she is now reunited. She also leaves behind her ...

Nilda Rosa Martinez, age 78 of Michigan City, IN formerly of Gary, IN and East Chicago, IN passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026.  She is survived by 4 children: Jesus (Maritza) Martinez, Fermin (DeeMarcia) Martinez, Felix Martinez, and Jimma Martinez -Arnett;  grandchildren: Sheila, Jasmine, Antonio, Victoria, Victor Jr., Joshua, Jacob, Juan, Lashauna, Ebony, Patrick, Ashley, Ronald, Felix Jr., Milia Julia, and Marcos; many great grandchildren; siblings: numerous nieces and ...